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74,924 Reasons to Upgrade a CO2 Laser to a Laser Photonics Fiber Laser System
Due to all the options available to end users, selecting the right laser for an application can be an arduous process and deciding to upgrade from a CO2 to a fiber laser system may bring even further challenges. Laser Photonics can help answer those tough questions and has provided customers with a new tool to compare systems. - March 25, 2009 - Laser Photonics
New Laser Photonics FiberTower™ Networking Feature Controls Numerous Systems from One Computer
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech fiber and CO2 laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, announced today the latest networking capabilities available on the 2009 FiberTower™ Series Fiber Laser Marking and Engraving Systems. This new feature,... - March 25, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics Unveils First Ever 10-Kilowatt Laser Cutting System
New Ten Kilowatt Fiber Laser System is the Highest Power Laser Cutting Machine Ever Made - March 25, 2009 - Laser Photonics
FEECO International Celebrates 58th Anniversary Embracing Environmental Concerns
FEECO Celebrates its 58th Anniversary while working on developing process and equipment solutions aimed at providing an Eco-Centric viewpoint to the Environment. - March 25, 2009 - FEECO International, Inc
Veridiam Medical Introduces Advanced Spin Welding Capabilities for Specialized Joining of Plastics to Metals
New Spin Welding capability adds to Veridiam Medical’s array of specialized medical device component manufacturing operations. The Spin Welder allows plastic components to be quickly, cleanly, and permanently attached to metal assemblies. - March 25, 2009 - Veridiam Medical
IndustrialSAVER Debuts Its Wyoming Measuring Equipment & Industrial Test Directory
The online auction site and marketplace for the manufacturing community has launched its new Wyoming Industrial Test & Measuring Equipment Directory for the state of Wyoming and beyond. - March 25, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
BusinessKM Marketing Services Appoints Craven Media as Western US Representative
The Federal Reserve expects the economy to begin recovery by midyear, and in anticipation of the turnaround, BusinessKM, a San Diego based marketing services company has appointed Craven Media of Pasadena, CA as it exclusive representative for the western third of the U.S. as part of their business expansion plans. - March 25, 2009 - BusinessKM, Inc.
Announcing the CANYON™Series Fiber Laser Engraving Systems from Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech Fiber and Co2 laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, announced today the release of their new deep engraving laser line, The Canyon Series. The Canyon Series uses specialized pulse configurations of a fiber laser... - March 23, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics Develops New TurboPiercing™ Technology and “Cutting-on-the-Fly" Process
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech Fiber and CO2 laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, announced the development of a new TurboPiercing™ Technology and “Cutting-on-the-Fly” process for the Titan Series fiber laser cutting machine... - March 23, 2009 - Laser Photonics
New Software from Laser Photonics Makes Information Retrieval More Efficient for Laser Marking
Laser Photonics announced today a new automation utility for its FiberScan C3 software. - March 23, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Announcing The Stealth™ Automated Fiber Laser Marking System from Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech Fiber and Co2 laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, announced today the release of a new automated laser part marking system, The Stealth. The Stealth is the first automated laser part marking system that is... - March 23, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Lauren Manufacturing Introduces New Low Density EPDM Sponge for Continuous Extrusion Profiles
Lauren Manufacturing has developed a new low density EPDM sponge product for continuously extruded profiles. The compound is capable of maintaining a 6-8 pound per cubic foot density on closed cell sponge profiles and can be processed through both LCM salt bath and microwave/hot air curing... - March 22, 2009 - Lauren Manufacturing
Lauren Mfg iDea Seal Added to AAMA Verified Components List
Lauren Manufacturing’s iDea™ Seal recently passed AAMA 701/702-04 for Replaceable Fenestration Weatherseals and will be added to the American Architectural Manufacturers Association’s Verified Components List. The iDea™ Seal has a co-polymer design which benefits window and... - March 22, 2009 - Lauren Manufacturing
The Offshore Group Announces the Date of Its Annual Manufacturing in Mexico Conference
Mark your calendar to plan to attend the largest gathering of Maquiladora Industry executives in Mexico. - March 22, 2009 - The Offshore Group
BusinessKM Marketing Services Appoints Ad Sales Plus as Eastern US Representative
The Federal Reserve expects the economy to begin recovery by midyear, and in anticipation of the turnaround, BusinessKM, a San Diego based marketing services company has appointed Ad Sales Plus of Danbury, CT as it exclusive representative for the eastern third of the U.S. as part of their business expansion plans. - March 22, 2009 - BusinessKM, Inc.
Alaska Industrial Tools Directory Debuts on Buy American Industrial Trade Site
Buy American, an international trade portal designed to promote U.S. industrial goods has launched a new directory to connect buyers and suppliers of hand tools and power tools in Alaska - March 22, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
ENCAP Preservers to Celebrate Its 10th Anniversary
ENCAP, LLC, a mid-west based environmentally friendly manufacturer celebrates 10 years of continued success. - March 21, 2009 - ENCAP, LLC
Laser Photonics Develops New Oven-Less Annealing Process
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech solid state and CO₂ laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, announced today the development of a new laser based oven-less process for annealing glass coatings. Traditionally, to anneal a coating on glass,... - March 20, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics Awarded Industry Innovation Award - Economic Development Commission Recognizes Significant Impact on the Photonics Industry
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech fiber and CO₂ laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications, recently received the William C. Schwartz industry innovation award for having significant impact in the photonics industry. The Metro Orlando Economic... - March 20, 2009 - Laser Photonics
NewAge(R) Industries Launches an E-Newsletter Focusing on Plastic and Rubber Tubing and Hose to Educate and Inform
A new e-newsletter titled “extrusions” has been developed as a communication tool that offers information and advice on the selection of, and many uses for, plastic and rubber tubing and hose. “extrusions” covers topics such as materials of construction, buying tips, and FAQs. Intended for monthly release, the e-newsletter is designed to educate customers and others who must specify and purchase tubing, hose, and fittings. - March 20, 2009 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Laser Photonics Keeping American Jobs with American Workers
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech Fiber and Co2 laser systems for material processing strives to maintain and hire American workers. Additionally, Laser Photonics products are made in the USA. - March 19, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Laser Marking for 100,000 Hours Non-Stop Shows Quality of Laser Photonics Systems
Today, businesses must meet a wide array of quality assurance standards before ever releasing a product to the public. Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech Fiber and Co2 laser systems for marking, cutting and engraving applications takes quality assurance and product... - March 19, 2009 - Laser Photonics
Laser Photonics Fills Overseas Orders for the Titan Fiber Laser Cutting Machine
Laser Photonics, the industry leader in developing high-tech fiber and Co2 laser systems material processing, has started 2009 with a larger number of orders coming in from overseas customers for the Titan Series Fiber Laser Cutting Machine than projected. The Titan Series is a large flatbed... - March 19, 2009 - Laser Photonics
O2Mobile Warehouse Now Supports Sage MAS 500 Advanced Manufacturing
SmartCode (TM) technology that supports O2Mobile Warehouse for Sage MAS 500 ERP for process manufacturing now extends to the Advanced Manufacturing module. O2Mobile enables workers to increase productivity and accuracy. - March 19, 2009 - Escape Velocity Systems (EVS)
South-Tek Systems Welcomes Project Engineer Jason Ingoe
Nitrogen generator engineering and manufacturing company South-Tek Systems recently hired Jason Ingoe for the position of Project Engineer responsible for the Engineering and Design of the company product line. - March 19, 2009 - South Tek Systems
Coastal Logic Partners with Dassault Systèmes to Provide Powerful PDF Rendering and Batch Printing Integrations for ENOVIA MatrixOne
Coastal Logic, Inc., leading developer of add-on software applications for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Enterprise Content Management (ECM) organizations, partnership with Dassault Systèmes for ENOVIA MatrixOne integrations. - March 19, 2009 - Coastal Logic, Inc.
ERP Webinar Reports IT Cost Savings for One Coatings Manufacturer
Deacom, Inc. President Jay Deakins recently presented a webinar in conjunction with Paint and Coatings Industry (PCI) Magazine, discussing the software selection and implementation process of American Inks and Coatings and explaining the benefits of using integrated ERP manufacturing software. - March 19, 2009 - Deacom
Filmetrics Launches Thin-film Photovoltaic Dedicated Metrology Systems
High-speed, reliable, and affordable metrology solutions for every class of thin-film photovoltaic material used in today's industry. - March 18, 2009 - Filmetrics Inc
Industrial Sanitary Gauge Assembly Provides Safe Alternative to 3A Approved Gauges
Winters’ PSI Series is a stainless steel case gauge mounted to Tri-Clamp® sanitary style seal that does not have process threads or an entry point for the process media to clog the seal. It is used to measure pressure on systems with media that may clog instrumentation or solidify, and is... - March 18, 2009 - Winters Instruments
Queralt LLC Announces Hosted RFID Consignment Solution
Queralt LLC of Wallingford, CT, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Hosted RFID Consignment solution. This unique solution leverages a customer’s current environment, utilizes minimum technology infrastructure and connects to an application that lets a customer to be up and running... - March 18, 2009 - Queralt Inc
Feat First Inc. Unveils Trailer-Less Touring Accessory
Combining a rugged case with a proven mounting system, TUFFLINX delivers a clever solution for riders seeking additional cargo space. - March 17, 2009 - Feat First Incorporated
German Automotive Supplier to Establish Operations in Saltillo, Mexico
European plastic injection molded parts manufacturer to produce components for North American market. - March 17, 2009 - The Offshore Group
BAC Announces CTI Glycol Certification on Closed Circuit Cooling Towers
Baltimore Aircoil Company is pleased to announce that the Cooling Technology Institute (CTI) has certified the thermal performance of BAC’s FXV, VF1 and VFL Closed Circuit Cooling Towers with both ethylene and propylene glycol as the process fluid. This is the first time the thermal... - March 15, 2009 - Baltimore Aircoil Company
Component Engineers Inc. Recognized for Supplier Excellence
Kaman Aerospace Corp. of Bloomfield, Connecticut has recognized Component Engineers Inc. (CEI) of Wallingford, Connecticut in its continual excellence of supplier standards. - March 15, 2009 - Component Engineers Inc.
Quatro Composites™ Receives NADCAP Accreditation
Quatro Composites™, an innovative, leading designer and manufacturer of carbon fiber composite-based products, has been awarded the NADCAP Accreditation for Composites. The certification signifies the manufacturing facility, located in Orange City, IA, complies with all NADCAP standards, including Prepreg/Adhesive Bonding, Resin Film Infusion and Core Processing. - March 14, 2009 - Quatro Composites
RedVector Announces New Client: BASF – The Chemical Company
RedVector Developing Online Campus and Custom Courses for BASF. - March 14, 2009 - RedVector
Intertek Announces a New Webinar on Managing Questionable Supply Chains
New webinar outlines how manufacturers can gain tighter control over their supply chains, through a combination of design/product validation, supplier audits and field inspections. - March 13, 2009 - Intertek
Kuecker Logistics Group Announces New Headquarters with Automation Test Loop
Kuecker Logistics Group (formerly Kuecker Equipment Company) announces the opening of new headquarters. An important feature of this new facility is a test loop in the warehouse with the latest in automation equipment. Test loop includes Carousel ASRS The latest in 24 volt conveyor Various... - March 12, 2009 - Kuecker Logistics Group, Inc.
Veridiam Appoints Andrew Gale as Chief Executive Officer
In selecting Andrew Gale as their new CEO, Veridiam taps the financial experience and enterprise leadership of the former Chief Executive of North America’s largest manufacturer of pressure washing equipment and related wastewater treatment systems. Mr. Gale’s background and capabilities are perfectly suited to guide Veridiam in reaching its goals of accelerated development, the integration of operating units, and the implementation of its growth strategy. - March 12, 2009 - Veridiam Medical
Speedtech International Inc. Delivers Hook and Loop Fastening Solutions
Speedtech International Inc. has released a new hook and loop strap product, the Speedwrap® U-BUNDLE/U-BUCKLE KIT™. Ideal for numerous uses, the hook & loop strap kit features a self-engaging fastening system with the hook and the loop on the same surface. - March 11, 2009 - Speedtech International, Inc.
Intertek Announces the Availability of a New White Paper on the Top 10 Reasons to Conduct Performance Testing
New publication outlines the benefits of product Performance Testing, including lowering warranty, improving product quality and reducing costs. - March 11, 2009 - Intertek
On Site Manufacturing, Inc. Announces New Designs
In a continuing effort to build equipment suited for a variety of applications, On Site Manufacturing Inc. (OSMI) is pleased to announce the release of two new products providing exceptional electrical heating and air handling. - March 11, 2009 - On Site Manufacturing
Louisiana Machine Shops and Custom Manufacturing Guide Debuted on IndustrialSAVER
The online industrial and manufacturing marketplace IndustrialSAVER has introduced a new publication to promote Louisiana-based machine shops and other custom manufacturers of machined parts and components in the state. - March 11, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
DRIFIRE Showcases ANSI-Certified High Vis Shirts with Flame Resistance for Flash Fire Protection
Performance garment provider DRIFIRE will highlight its ANSI-certified High Vis Shirts which include built-in flame resistance (FR), anti-static high-tech carbon fibers, and antibacterial qualities. - March 10, 2009 - Drifire
The Mastering Room Announces It's Grand Opening in Las Vegas, NV
A brand new world class CD Mastering Studio has officially opened its doors in Las Vegas, NV. The Mastering Room was designed and implemented by President/Chief Engineer Greg Forsberg. - March 09, 2009 - The Mastering Room
Whitford Acquires Akzo Nobel Non Stick Coatings LLC on a Worldwide Basis
Whitford Worldwide and Akzo Nobel today announced that the Akzo Nobel Non Stick Coatings LLC division (ANNS) has been purchased by Whitford and the two companies have already begun to integrate, a process that is expected to take a few months to complete. Whitford, a privately held company, has manufacturing facilities in 8 countries, offices in 8 more, and agents in an additional 25. Whitford manufactures the largest, most complete line of fluoropolymer coatings in the world. - March 09, 2009 - Whitford Corporation
Process Manufacturing Software Provider Escape Velocity Systems Introduces the Least Cost Formulator Module
Process Manufacturing Software Provider Escape Velocity Systems is proud to announce the release of the Least Cost Formulator (LCF) module for the O2 Process Manufacturing Suite. The LCF module will formulate for production based upon lot attributes, acheving a true optimized least cost. Affected industries include: Metals, Food, Nutraceuticals, and Pharmaceuticals. - March 08, 2009 - Escape Velocity Systems (EVS)
Morovia Releases GS1 DataBar Fontware 1.0
Morovia DataBar Fontware is a font-based solution to print GS1 DataBar symbols. DataBar, formerly known as Reduced Space Symbology (RSS), is a GS1-endorsed solution to encode 14-digit GTIN numbers alongside other complementary information, such as sell by date and price. - March 08, 2009 - Morovia Corporation
Industrial Leaders Completes Its Latest Industrial Supply Directories for Kansas, Mississippi and Montana
The social industrial networking site Buy American, a division of Industrial Leaders has launched three new industrial directories to promote paints, coatings, textiles and commercial printing equipment. - March 08, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Industrial Leaders Promotes Industrial Suppliers in Maryland, Louisiana and Rhode Island Worldwide
The Industrial Leaders Group (ILG), publisher of Buy American and dozens of industrial buying guides has introduced its new industrial directory focusing on machine shops, metal and alloys as well as industrial PCs. - March 07, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com