Stibo Systems Named a Visionary in the Maqic Quadrant for Master Data Management of Product Data
ATLANTA--Stibo Systems, the leading Strategic Information Management Technology and Solutions Company, today announced that it has been positioned in the Visionaries quadrant of the November 2012 Magic Quadrant for MDM of Product Data Solutions, by Gartner Inc. (NYSE: IT - News).Many organizations of all sizes and across many industries struggle to
Airplane Mechanic's Need for Speed Leads to U.S. Dept. of Defense Innovation Award for Delta Sigma
MARIETTA, Ga.-- An airplane mechanic's need for speed has led to a revolutionary change in how large, complex products are built. A pioneering technology called ProjectionWorks is saving aircraft manufacturers hundreds of hours and has earned its inventor, Delta Sigma Company of Kennesaw, Ga., one of the nation's top manufacturing innovation
AGCO Launches Mobile App for Professional Farmers
New AGCOMMANDiPhone/iPadApp Offers First-in-class Fleet ManagementDULUTH, Ga.-- AGCO, Your Agriculture Company (NYSE: AGCO), today announced the availability of AGCO's latest global mobile application built to serve agriculture professionals on-the-go, allowing them to manage their operation from anywhere, anytime. AGCO's industry-leading
Consolidated Container Company Announced Intention to Acquire Substantially all of the Assets of
ATLANTA-- Consolidated Container Company (CCC) announced today its intention to acquire substantially all of the assets of plastic container manufacturer Madras Packaging, located in Atlanta, Georgia, and Argos, Indiana. This marks the second acquisition announced by CCC since its acquisition by Bain Capital in July of this year. CCC acquired
Coca-Cola Releases 2011-2012 Global Sustainability Report
Report Highlights Sustainability-Minded Innovations Critical to Formula for GrowthATLANTA -- The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) today issued its ninth annual Sustainability Report and second Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Report highlighting the Company's efforts to create value for shareowners while enhancing well-being for people and
Zep Inc. to Acquire Vehicle Care Division of Ecolab
ATLANTA--Zep Inc. (NYSE:ZEP), a leading producer and marketer of a wide range of cleaning and maintenance solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase all of the assets of Ecolab Vehicle Care, a division of Ecolab Inc. (NYSE: ECL), for approximately $120 million. Sales and adjusted EBITDA for Ecolab's
Submit Your Abstract for Smithers Pira's Digital Print for Packaging 2013
Two day event will take place June 5-6, 2013 in Atlanta, GADigital Print for Packaging 2013FALMOUTH, Maine --Smithers Pira is pleased to announce the 2nd annual U.S. version of Digital Print for Packaging 2013. This event will take place Wednesday, June 5 Thursday, June 6 in Atlanta, GA.There will be many opportunities for brand owners,
Food Logistics Magazine Recognizes Logility as a Top 100 Technology Provider for Ninth Consecutive
Logility Voyager Solutions Help Food & Beverage Companies Gain a Competitive Advantage through Supply Chain Efficiency and Greater VisibilityATLANTA-- Logility Inc., a supplier of collaborative solutions to optimize the supply chain, today announced Food Logistics magazine has selected Logility for the ninth consecutive year for inclusion
RockTenn Announces Acceleration of Next Quarterly Dividend
NORCROSS, Ga.-- RockTenn today reported its Board of Directors declared the acceleration of the February 2013 dividend of $0.225 per share on its Class A Common Stock to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 17, 2012. The dividend, which will be paid on December 24, 2012, represents an annual dividend
50th DAC Announces First Ever Training Day to Keep EDA Updated on Latest Design Techniques
Tracks on SystemVerilog, SystemC, and the ARM Cortex Family of ProcessorsDesign Automation Conference 2013LOUISVILLE, Colo.-- The 50th Design Automation Conference (DAC), the premier conference devoted to electronic design, design automation, IP and embedded systems and software, will feature, for the first time, a day of training tracks to keep
VITEC Announces TurboVideo2 Technology: Sub One-Frame H.264 Encode/Decode in a Professional Portable
Redefining Low-Latency IPTV Streaming, VITEC's MGW Sprint portable, rugged appliance encodes or decodes FULL HD 1080p video content in 4 milliseconds, delivering a glass-to-glass encoding + IP streaming + decoding service in under 1 frame delayVITEC, a worldwide leader in advanced video solutions, today announced they will demonstrate their new,
ipDatatel Releases Dual Path Cellular/Internet Broadband Alarm Transceiver, BAT CDMA
HOUSTON--ipDatatel today announced the release of their cellular/Internet broadband alarm transceiver, the BAT CDMA. The BAT CDMA provides low cost, dual path communications for alarm and home automation signaling via cellular and/or broadband transmission.The 2G cellular technology will sunset by the end of 2016, requiring a transition by 3
Superior Essex Introduces the Reduced Diameter 10Gain XP Category 6A Unshielded Twisted Pairs (UTP)
Superior Essex Communications LP announces the new and improved 10Gain XP Category 6A Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables with an industry-leading, nominal diameter of 0.275 inches. The redesigned 10Gain XP cable offers customers a smaller cable size that allows for higher cable density in conduits, pathways, and shelves. In addition, the smaller
Bretford Upgrades Mobile Whiteboard With Universal Mounting Bracket
Bretford Manufacturing, Inc., a United States manufacturer of technology-enabled furniture for agile learning and business environments, has upgraded its Mobile Interactive Whiteboard (EDUIWB-AL) with a universal mounting bracket designed for ultra short throw projectors weighing 20 pounds or less. The newly updated interactive whiteboard works
IDT and PLX Technology Announce Termination of Proposed Transaction and IDT Withdraws Exchange Offer
SAN JOSE, Calif. & SUNNYVALE, Calif.--Integrated Device Technology, Inc. (IDT) (NASDAQ: IDTI), the Analog and Digital Company delivering essential mixed-signal semiconductor solutions, and PLX Technology, Inc. (PLX Technology) (NASDAQ: PLXT), a developer of I/O interconnect silicon and complimentary software, today announced that they have
New User-Friendly Avery Dennison Performance Tapes Web Site Lets Visitors Quickly Find Adhesive
PAINESVILLE, Ohio-- A new user-friendly web site that enables visitors to easily locate adhesives and pressure-sensitive tape solutions for virtually any product application has been launched by Avery Dennison Performance Tapes, a business unit of Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY).The site is a central global hub for detailed product and
Lincoln Black Label Elevates Craftsmanship, Quality, Service with Unique Luxury Offerings
>The Lincoln Motor Company introduces Lincoln Black Label for customers who desire the ultimate in personal service and luxuriously appointed vehicles>Lincoln Black Label versions of MKZ and MKC will feature one of four unique interior design themes, showcasing the use of premium materials such as Venetian leather, Alcantara and designer wood
Digi-Key and Freescale Unveil Design With Freedom Product Design Contest Winners
Electronica 2014MUNICH--Digi-Key Corporation, the industry leader in electronic component selection, availability and delivery and Freescale Semiconductor and ARM today announced the winners of the Design With Freedom product design contest, in conjunction with the electronica conference in Munich. The competition encouraged European design
Kulicke & Soffa Launches the Quantis QFN Capillary
SINGAPORE--Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: KLIC) ("Kulicke & Soffa", "K&S" or the "Company") today announced the launch of the QuantisTM QFN Capillary, a copper wire bonding capillary based on the Company s latest and most advanced ceramics composite platform, for improved wear resistance, extended life span and superior bonding
SGS Announces Next Chief Executive Officer
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Southern Graphics Inc. ( SGS ), a global leader in design-to-print graphic services to the consumer products packaging industry, announced today that its Board of Directors has named Aidan Tracey as the company s next Chief Executive Officer, effective January 20, 2015. Aidan will also be elected to the SGS Board.SGS is a great
JENSEN HUGHES Brand Launches After Historic Merger
BALTIMORE--Following the merger of Rolf Jensen & Associates (The RJA Group) and Hughes Associates on June 27, 2014, a new company name has emerged - JENSEN HUGHES - for what is now the largest and most experienced specialty engineering consulting firm in the world. The new name builds on the brand equity and goodwill established over a combined
CORRECTING and REPLACING Delta Technology Holdings Limited Provides Update on Operations
Recent decline in crude oil prices having positive impact on 2014 margins and net incomeJIANGSU, China--Please replace the release due to changes in the second paragraph.The corrected release reads:DELTA TECHNOLOGY HOLDINGS LIMITED PROVIDES UPDATE ON OPERATIONSRecent decline in crude oil prices having positive impact on 2014 margins and net
Delta Technology Holdings Limited Provides Update on Operations
Recent decline in crude oil prices having positive impact on 2014 margins and net incomeJIANGSU, China--Delta Technology Holdings Limited ( Delta or the Company ), (formerly CIS Acquisition Ltd.)(NASDAQ:CISAW) announced today an update on its operations, which have recently been positively impacted by improvements in the specialty chemical market
Westinghouse Significantly Expands Fuel Supply in Ukraine
KIEV, Ukraine--Westinghouse Electric Company and the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company (NNEGC Energoatom) today agreed to significantly increase fuel deliveries to Ukrainian nuclear power plants through 2020. This increased cooperation between Westinghouse and Energoatom will bring diversification and security of nuclear fuel supplies for
Ford, AccuWeather Keep Drivers Weather-Ready with Hyper-Local Forecasts Minute-by-Minute Through
DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Motor Company and AccuWeather are joining together to integrate one of the country s leading weather apps featuring hyper-localized weather forecasting into the vehicle.The new integration of AccuWeather for Ford SYNC AppLink will bring our customers the most up-to-date weather information while on the roadThe new integration
Quality Products Announces Privatization Transaction
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Quality Products, Inc.(Pink Sheets: QPDC) (the Company ), a manufacturer and distributor of aircraft ground support equipment ( Columbus Jack & Regent Manufacturing ) and industrial products ( Multipress , Pacific Press , & Fenn ), today announcedthat, as a result of the filing by the Company of a Certificate of Ownership
Media Advisory: Details of Ford Motor Company s December 2014 U.S. Sales Conference Call
DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) will release its December 2014 U.S. sales results at approximately 9:30 a.m. ET Monday, January 5, 2015. At 10:00 a.m. ET, Erich Merkle, Ford U.S. sales analyst, will host a conference call for the investment community and news media to discuss the results and related market trends. He will be joined by
General Cable Announces Sale of Its Interest in Phelps Dodge Philippines
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky.--General Cable Corporation (NYSE: BGC) (the Company) announced today that it has completed the sale of its interest in Phelps Dodge International Philippines, Inc. (PDP) for cash consideration of $67 million. The Company sold its 60% interest to its joint venture partner, A. Soriano Corporation (Anscor). Proceeds from the sale
Jack Boss Named as President and CEO of Momentive Performance Materials Inc. and MPM Holdings Inc.;
WATERFORD, N.Y--Momentive Performance Materials Inc. ( Momentive or the Company ) today announced that John G. ( Jack ) Boss has been named Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company and its indirect parent, MPM Holdings Inc. ( MPM Holdings ), and that Bradley J. Bell has been named Chairman of the Board of MPM Holdings, each effective as
Six Key Predictions for Manufacturing in 2015
The face of manufacturing in America has undergone more woeful changes than many of us in the industry care to remember. The recent past has been particularly painful, with economic downturns driving manufacturing overseas to take advantage of lower labor costs, and a generally depressed level of manufacturing activity becoming the norm.However,
Why Europeans Do Pricing Better
I am one of the fortunate ones who have a foot in both the European and North American continents. I am a native Scandinavian who lives in Los Angeles and runs the US division of one of the leading pricing software companies, Stratinis. As such I feel I have a unique perch to compare how companies in both zones approach the pricing function. And
Avianca Holdings and Its Subsidiaries Carried More Than 2.2 Million Passengers in November 2014
BOGOTA, Colombia--In November, the subsidiary companies of Avianca Holdings S.A. (NYSE: AVH) (BVC: PFAVH) (*) transported 2,242,870 passengers, up 7.3% compared to November 2013. Capacity, measured in ASKs (available seat kilometers), increased 7.7%, while passenger traffic, measured in RPKs (revenue passenger kilometers), increased 5.7%.The load
Eaton Named Integration Partner of the Year by Leading Global Supply Chain Management Firm
GALESBURG, Mich.--Power management company Eaton has been named an Integration Partner of the Year by global supply chain management firm Inspirage in recognition of the Vehicle Group s innovation related to business process and system improvements.This solution will accelerate the Vehicle Group s business performance in support of our continued
Survive the Coming Tech Tsunami. Overcome Your Humanness
You may know that over the next 10 to 20 years, according to two experts, 66 percent of U.S. employees have a medium-to-high risk of being displaced by smart robots and machines powered by artificial intelligence. (Just read the study byUniversityofOxfordresearchers Carl Benedikt Frey and Michael Osborne.) But heres a twist you may not have
USW Raises Renewed Concerns about WTO Appellate Body Decisions on U.S. Countervailing Duty Measures
PITTSBURGH, - United Steelworkers (USW) International President Leo W. Gerard today expressed deep concern with the WTO Appellate Body and especially its continuing interference in the administration of U.S. trade remedy laws through interpretations of WTO agreements. "Yesterday's decision by the WTO Appellate Body regarding Hot-Rolled
Ford Earns 2015 Glassdoor Employees Choice Award; Company Named Among 50 Best Places to Work in the
DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Motor Company has been honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award, recognizing the 50 Best Places to Work for 2015. The Glassdoor award program aims to recognize the best places to work in the United States based entirely on employee feedback, providing a transparent look at companies.I am proud to celebrate the Glassdoor
LTE Networks Must Thwart Security Threats, Says Vitesse
CTO Martin Nuss Tells MEF Audience That Securing Macro and Small Cell Devices, Networks, and Timing Will Be Key to Securing LTE NetworksSEOUL, South Korea--Recent analyst reports forecast the total number of LTE connected devices shipped worldwide will exceed 1.89 billion devices by the end of 2019, exposing mobile security threats as one of the
TowerJazz Announces Successful Transfer of Fairchild Semiconductor s Discrete Devices to TowerJazz
Committed long term agreement for production of thousands of wafers per month, expected to result in Fairchild becoming one of TowerJazz s top customersMIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel--TowerJazz (NASDAQ: TSEM)(TASE: TSEM), the global specialty foundry leader, announced today that Fairchild Semiconductor has started mass production at TowerJazz Panasonic
Orion Engineered Carbons Announces Resignation of Head of Innovation
LUXEMBOURG--Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC), a worldwide supplier of specialty and high-performance Carbon Black, today announced that Dr. Barry Snyder will resign from his position as Senior Vice President, Innovation, effective December 31, 2014, for personal reasons.Over his tenure, Barry played a key role in the transformation of
USMTO News Release for October Manufacturing Technology Orders
Manufacturing Technology Orders Up 3.8% in 2014 October U.S. manufacturing technology orders totaled $417.80 million according to AMT The Association For Manufacturing Technology. This total, as reported by companies participating in the USMTO program, was down 35.0% from September and down 6.2% when compared with the total of $445.64 million
Imerys Ceramics Announces Price Increase for Ball Clay and Kaolin Products in North America
ROSWELL, Ga.--Imerys Ceramics North America announced today that it will increase prices up to 15% on all of its ball clay and kaolin products manufactured in the United States, effective January 1, 2015, subject to any provisions in individual contracts. The price increase supports investment in manufacturing, quality systems, maintenance,
Lincoln Motor Company Adds Premium Sound of Revel Audio Systems to Its Luxury Vehicles
>The Lincoln Motor Company announces exclusive collaboration that will add premium sound of Revel audio systems to Lincoln s lineup of luxury vehicles>Revel uses a scientific approach to replicate a sophisticated home-audio experience for each unique Lincoln cabin>Revel audio systems, including Revel Ultima , will debut with launch of the
Evoqua Introduces Proven Vantage Reverse Osmosis (RO) System for Asian Industrial Water Treatment
Energy efficient thin film composite membranes ensures optimum water quality and lower cost of ownershipDesigned for wide range of industrial applications such as food and beverage, microelectronics, laboratories, power and solar industriesEasily expandable between two to eight membrane units to provide increased flow demand to meet future needs
ADS Announces Barclays and Deutsche Bank Securities Waive Lock-up Restriction for Follow-on Offering
HILLIARD, Ohio--Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (NYSE: WMS) ( ADS or the Company ) announced today that Barclays Capital Inc. and Deutsche Bank Securities Inc., the joint book-running managers and representatives of the underwriters in the recent initial public offering of 14,500,000 shares of the Company s common stock, are waiving a lock-up
Myers Industries Announces Launch of New Corporate Website
New content-rich site provides clear snapshot of the business and is accessible from any mobile deviceAKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) today announced the launch of a dynamic new corporate website at www.myersindustries.com. The new Myers Industries website features a clean, modern design, easy-to-navigate functionality and is
Exact Launches New Partner Program for Exact Macola Reseller Community
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Exact, a leading provider of business software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) launches the new Exact Macola Unity Partner Program, enabling value added resellers and solution providers to drive revenue, maximize profitability, and increase customer satisfaction. This industry-leading program further validates
Textron Specialized Vehicles Acquires Douglas Equipment
AUGUSTA, Ga.--The Textron Specialized Vehicles group of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), through Textron Ground Support Equipment UK Limited, has acquired the Douglas Equipment business from Curtiss-Wright Flow Control (UK) Limited, a subsidiary of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Douglas Equipment is a manufacturer of ground support equipment (GSE) in the
Axalta and Kinlita Sign Joint Venture Agreement to Provide Coatings to China s Commercial Truck
SHANGHAI--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, and Shanghai Kinlita Chemical (SZSE: 300225), a renowned player in China s industrial coatings industry, have today signed an agreement to form a joint venture in China.With Kinlita s supply positions and strong marketing capability in the
Myers Industries Names Michael Valentino as Vice President, General Manager of Myers do Brasil,
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) announced today that Michael Valentino has joined the Company as Vice President, General Manager of Myers do Brasil, Novel, Scepter and Ameri-Kart.Mike s extensive background in strategic leadership makes him a valuable asset to the Myers team. His proven track record of driving new product
Lacks Sponsors EyesOn Design Award for Design Excellence - Production Vehicleat the North American
NOVI, Mich.--Lacks Wheel Trim Systems LLC, a business unit of Lacks Enterprises, Inc., is proud to sponsor the 2015 EyesOn Design Award for Design Excellence - Production Vehicle. The award recognizes designers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and vision in vehicle design for a production vehicle. The award will be presented on Tuesday,