Recent Headlines
Within Manufacturing
COVID-19 Rapid Innovation Dashboard Provides Entry Point to MIT’s Pandemic Activities
MIT Innovation Initiative has launched the COVID-19 Rapid Innovation Dashboard, a new website, as a way for people around the world to become activated and involved in Coronavirus projects from the prestigious university. MIT is a vast hub of innovation activity with a decentralized... - April 20, 2020 - Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Innovation Initiative
Ready for the Energy Transition: Welotec and Kalkitech Extend Their Partnership
The global energy transition is facing its greatest challenges. The integration of distributed assets on the supply and demand side of the grid at the same time requires a Smart Grid. With the focus on customers from European region, the first combined solutions from Kalkitech and Welotec we can process, convert and transmit the data of all the distributed assets easily, no matter which interface or protocol they use. - April 20, 2020 - Kalki Communications Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Crane Warning Systems Atlanta Offers High-Quality Camera Equipment to Maximize Safety at the Construction Site
The advanced CCS camera system improves worker safety and increases productivity. - April 19, 2020 - Crane Warning Systems Atlanta
University of Nevada, Las Vegas Engineers Answer the Medical Community's Call for PPE to Protect Themselves from COVID-19
Health care providers across the Las Vegas Valley were facing an unprecedented challenge, worsened by a lack of supplies to protect themselves. Could the UNLV College of Engineering use their skills and facilities to help fill the gap for personal protection equipment (PPE)? The call from the medical community came in late March, and by the first week of April UNLV had already delivered their first face shields and began fabrication on a microscope shield for ophthalmologists. - April 19, 2020 - UNLV College of Engineering
Jersey Artisan Distilling Rolls Out New Hyde Hand Sanitizer
Jersey Artisan Distilling, maker of James FC Hyde Whiskeys, has commenced production of hand sanitizer to help fill the critical need created by the current COVID-19 pandemic. The product is available now. “We have been contacted by a large array of folks all in urgent need of hand... - April 18, 2020 - Jersey Artisan Distilling
3 Bros Grow Announces Compassion Program During COVID-19
The 3 Bros Santa Cruz dispensary is currently running a compassion program during the COVID-19 outbreak and Shelter in Place orders. As an essential business and being allowed to remain open to serve the community for cannabis products such as cannabis flower, pre-rolls, edibles, topicals and... - April 18, 2020 - 3 Bros Grow
Aciont's Paper, "Transscleral Iontophoresis for Noninvasive Ocular Drug Delivery of Macromolecules" Published in JOPT
Aciont Inc. announced today that results from preclinical studies of its Visulex-I technology is published online ahead of print in the Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics under the title “Transscleral Iontophoresis for Noninvasive Ocular Drug Delivery of... - April 18, 2020 - Aciont Inc.
Edge LED Lighting Offering Free Lighting to Businesses
Indianapolis lighting company offers LED Lights to local small businesses at no cost. - April 18, 2020 - Edge Systems Group
Teambrown Apparel is Stepping Up to the Plate with PPE for Those in Need
Teambrown Apparel is stepping up to the plate to offer “PPE” (Personal Protective Equipment) to those in need. - April 18, 2020 - Teambrown Apparel
80% of Small Manufacturers Impacted by COVID-19
Optimism about future business drops 44%. - April 18, 2020 - Xometry
Chocolate and Wine Online Workshop
For all chocolate and wine lovers in the world K&K (World’s smallest chocolate factory) is introducing an online chocolate and wine workshop. Wherever you are as from today you can do this delicious workshop with your family, roommates or friends just at home on the couch and guided by... - April 18, 2020 - K&K chocoladeatelier
Rhoads Metal Works Creates Clean Air for Hospitals
Adapting During a Pandemic, a Solution for Hospitals to Clean the Air, Four Generation Company Has a Legacy to Uphold - April 17, 2020 - Rhoads Metal Works, Inc.
COVID-19: ASIX Provides Great EtherCAT Slave IC Solutions for Smart Factory
The COVID-19 pneumonia epidemic has brought a huge impact on the global manufacturing industry, but it has also given global manufacturers a new opportunity to accelerate the development of smart factory industrial automation applications. - April 17, 2020 - ASIX Electronics Corp.
Automation Devices, Inc. Considered Essential Business, Plays an Integral Role in COVID-19 Efforts
Automation Devices, Inc (ADI), a vibratory feeding equipment manufacturer is supporting the COVID-19 pandemic efforts by providing essential equipment to customers in the biomedical and healthcare industries whose products are in great demand as the world battles Coronavirus. As the entire... - April 17, 2020 - Automation Devices, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Invests in New Plastic Hose Manufacturing Equipment; Proactively Replaces Extrusion Machinery
NewAge Industries has been extruding plastic tubing and hose for nearly 30 years. The company recently replaced a few of its extruders to avoid a catastrophic breakdown and to stay current with machinery and software. The replacements were made before problems with the extruders could become commonplace and lead to potential production and inventory problems. - April 17, 2020 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Hyperion Materials & Technologies Boosts Global Production Capacity & Capability
Hyperion Materials & Technologies has made substantial capital investments during the past year to expand the capacity and capability of its global manufacturing operations. "Our manufacturing expertise is critical to our mission of positioning customers to win," said Ron Voigt, CEO. - April 17, 2020 - Hyperion Materials & Technologies
TruSteel Announces EVO6 Modular Wiped Film Distillation Unit
Easy expansion and scalability to minimize downtime and maximize production. - April 17, 2020 - TruSteel
Now Available at PipeManProducts.com – TPS Quick Sleeve Bell Joint Repair Encapsulation Sleeve
PipeManProducts.com is proud to now offer the TPS Quick Sleeve Bell Joint Repair Encapsulation Sleeve for the repair of Split Bells, Leaking Joints or Couplings on DIP, CIP and PVC Joints. - April 17, 2020 - PipeManProducts.com
SKB Continues Essential Operations
Case manufacturer SKB Corporation devotes its operations to priority projects that assist the global fight against COVID-19. - April 16, 2020 - SKB Corporation
Maritex and IoTize Partner to Promote Instant Wireless
Maritex becomes TapNLink and TapNPass official reseller for Poland, Sweden and Romania. - April 16, 2020 - IoTize SAS
T. J. Snow Acquires ATek Controls
Resistance welding company now offering full support for ATek Controls. - April 15, 2020 - T. J. Snow Company
Plasti-Block™ Releases Purple Block to HDPE Lineup
Omachron Plastics Inc., maker of the Plasti-Block™ line of injection molded plastic blocks and rods, releases a new purple block and rod to consumers. - April 15, 2020 - Plasti-Block
AMCI Integrated Steppers for COVID-19 Vaccine Vial Machines
AMCI's integrated stepper motors are being used in custom vaccine vial coating machines built by R&D Custom Automation. - April 15, 2020 - AMCI
Marlena Holter Named ALPCO’s Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient
ALPCO's Winter 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant has been awarded to Marlena Holter, a DVM/PhD candidate from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Ms. Holter’s novel research focuses on GLP-1 regulated glucose regulation following vertical sleeve gastrectomy surgery to define the mechanisms underlying type 2 diabetes remission and metabolic improvement following bariatric surgery. - April 14, 2020 - ALPCO
Lanner’s V6S Becomes First Milestone XProtect Verified 10x PoE Bus NVR with Certified LTE Connectivity
V6S becomes yet another Lanner Vehicle PC platform verified by Milestone for in-vehicle video surveillance deployment in mass transit buses and specialty vehicles. Like the 4 channel V3S, V6S is also compatible with Lanner’s PGN series LTE connectivity modules PGN-300 and PGN-600, making the V6S another one of Lanner’s application ready solutions with pre-validated VMS and network ready private / public LTE connectivity. - April 14, 2020 - Lanner America
Wilo Philippines : A Letter to Our Valued Partners and Friends
Wilo Stays Connected - April 14, 2020 - Wilo Philippines
Cassbeth Publishes a New Book: "Privatization A Systems Perspective." The US Privatization Movement That Started in 1980 May Have Hit a Disastrous End.
Cassbeth publishes a new book: Privatization A Systems Perspective. This book is about Privatization of the US Government that started in the 1980s and accelerated in this new century. It provides history, describes serious unintended negative consequences and offers recommendations for moving... - April 14, 2020 - CassBeth
Older Dog is Rescued by Family. Five Years Later They Write a Book About It.
Gracie is a little dog living a happy, rules-free life. One day, her family comes home with a baby. Gracie would bark to get their attention but the baby was all they cared about. Gracie is given up for adoption and starts her quest to find her forever family. With a little bit of love, time, patience and a new family Gracie is able to find her place in the world. - April 14, 2020 - Gracie Rescue
Immunostics Launches Two Rapid COVID-19 Ab Test Platforms - AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Ab Tests
Both AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Point-of-Care Tests Detect the Novel Coronavirus within 10 Minutes using a whole blood, serum or plasma sample. - April 13, 2020 - Immunostics Inc.
Wisconsin Zinc Plating Company Receives Prestigious Award
Plateco Inc., a zinc plating company based in Reedsburg, WI, has just been named a "Top Shop" by Products Finishing magazine. - April 13, 2020 - Plateco Inc.
Bulk Coronavirus Masks Now Available to the General Public After Shortage Announced
With the shortage of reusable, cloth face masks around the world due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, Gunslinger Business Development in partnership with DMS Coalition has announced how the general public and businesses needing these masks and reusable gowns can access the much needed supplies in bulk. These masks and gowns are 100% American made with American material from some of the top clothing manufacturers across the nation. - April 13, 2020 - Gunslinger Business Development
Deck 7 interviews Rashim Mogha, Founder – eWOW, Keynote Speaker, Startup Advisor, Women in Tech Evangelist, Author, Podcaster
In this intellectual interview, Rashim discusses how to nurture women into becoming leaders. - April 13, 2020 - DECK 7
Vac-Con Launches Essential Equipment Webpage
New Page Outlines How to Use Equipment to Disinfect - April 13, 2020 - Vac-Con, Inc.
Seaman Paper Introduces High-Touch Barrier Tissue, a Paper Based Solution to Minimize Direct Contact with Public Surfaces
Barrier Tissue Offers Simple Eco-Friendly Alternative to Protective Gloves - In response to heightened concern around viral transmission and COVID-19, Seaman Paper has introduced a new paper-based solution designed to help minimize direct hand contact with high-contact common surfaces. High-Touch Barrier Tissue is an FDA-compliant paper, packaged with either 500 or 1,000 “grab-and-go” sheets, which can serve as a barrier between hands and high-contact surfaces. - April 12, 2020 - Seaman Paper
"The Stars in April" Acquired by Iron Stream Media
"The Stars in April" Releases Worldwide in Spring 2021. - April 12, 2020 - Childress Ink
Polymer Technologies Inc. Manufactures Face Shield for Local Hospital
At the request of a local hospital, Polymer Technologies has created a face shield that can be worn over a mask to protect healthcare workers during COVID-19. The face shield is composed of .007 to .01” of PET (Polyester Film), an elastic band, and a foam cushion for the forehead. - April 12, 2020 - Polymer Technologies
Buzz Pop Cocktails Donates $50,000 in Pops to Help COVID-19 Healthcare Workers in the US
In the spirit of Easter and its socially conscious mantra, Buzz Pop Cocktails offers free mini boxes of its world famous Buzz Pops to front line COVID-19 Healthcare workers throughout the USA via Facebook. The response was overwhelming. Buzz Pop Cocktails® are the world’s first and only... - April 11, 2020 - Buzz Pop Cocktails
SHAR Music Partners with Michigan Music Alliance Artist Relief Fund
Michigan-based company to donate a portion of all sales in April to displaced area musicians. - April 11, 2020 - SHAR Music
Kocchi’s® Releases 3D 360° Surround View System for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Surroundeye 360 is specially designed for heavy-duty vehicles like trucks, buses, engineering machinery and emergency vehicles, and is easy to be installed and calibrated. - April 11, 2020 - Kocchi's Technology (Hong Kong) Limited
West Coast Self-Storage Locations Accepting Donations of Personal Protective Equipment
The Pacific Northwest storage operation is asking the community to donate surplus PPEs at all of its locations. - April 11, 2020 - West Coast Self-Storage
"Disinfecting of Schools Like Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities Will be the New Norm Going Forward" - DisinfectSchools.com
Standard routine chemical cleaning and sanitizing are not enough to battle the pathogens found in many different work environments. UV-C surface and air treatments can be used as an additional measure to combat dangerous pathogens as its done in hospitals. DisinfectSchools.com is dedicated to... - April 10, 2020 - DisinfectSchools
Simple Solutions Distributing Announces New Product Recirculating Molecular Air Scrubber – RMS-800
Simple Solutions Distributing announces the launch of a new recirculating molecular air abatement system for enclosed environments. The system is appropriate for the wastewater industry, cannabis industry, and anywhere volatile organic compounds are creating an odor problem. - April 10, 2020 - Simple Solutions Distributing LLC
USA Manufacturer of Position Sensors Serves Immediate Needs of Essential Manufacturers with Supply Chain Issues
NewTek Sensor Solutions serves as a USA manufacturing source of LVDT position sensors that can meet the immediate requirements of businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. - April 10, 2020 - TASI Measurement
New DIRAK Swinghandle Cam Mounting from FDB Panel Fittings
The DIRAK Swinghandle system from FDB Panel Fittings is now enhanced with the introduction of their 3-440 Bearing Plate RS bases. These intermediary mounting accessories enable use of swinghandles with a single point polyamide latching cam or alternatively with standard cam and multi-point rod... - April 10, 2020 - FDB Panel Fittings
Meliora Cleaning Products & FEW Spirits Partner to Create FDA-Compliant Hand Sanitizer for Frontline Workers
Meliora Cleaning Products and FEW Spirits are the proud parents of a new FDA-compliant product, Hand Sanitizer, created specifically at no cost for healthcare facilities and other essential businesses during the COVID-19 crisis in the United States. - April 10, 2020 - Meliora Cleaning Products
AKVIS Explosion 1.5: Sand & Dust Effects - Free Update
AKVIS announces the free update of AKVIS Explosion, a powerful creative tool to apply dispersion effects to photos. Version 1.5 offers a new option to the Sand effect, support for more RAW formats, and better stability. - April 10, 2020 - AKVIS Lab
Foodservice Supply Companies Team Up to Offer Free Technical and Maintenance Support to Help Restaurants During COVID-19 Crisis
Program Provides Live DIY Support to Help Kitchens Stay Open for Business - April 09, 2020 - Diversified Foodservice Supply
Deck 7 Interviews Anne Høyer, Founder of Group Saint Honoré and Chairwoman of Advisory Board at Smart IoT London
Anne talks about her experience of how she started in the field of tech. - April 09, 2020 - DECK 7
Brewery Hose & Beer Tubing Featured on BrewSavor(R)’s New Website; Offers Navigation by Market, Application or Product
BrewSavor announces a redesign of its website at www.brewsavor.com. The new site presents tubing and reinforced hose for craft brewing, home brewing and beverage dispensing. Product styles include antimicrobial, non-phthalate, NSF listed and those with oxygen and CO2 barrier properties. Hardware, hose cutting tools and custom options are also highlighted, along with a blog and the company’s sustainability practices. - April 09, 2020 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
COVID-19: Tecman to Donate Over 1,000 Face Shields to Local NHS Trusts Each Week to Provide Vital Protection for Healthcare Workers
In the spirit of adapting to adversity and rising to the challenges of COVID-19, the team at Tecman Advanced Material Engineers are doing their bit to help. Employees of the business, based in Leamington Spa, have united to develop a disposable face shield that will provide vital protection for healthcare staff. - April 09, 2020 - Tecman Speciality Materials Ltd