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Industrial Rivet & Fastener Company Opens Distribution Facility in Japan
RivetKing® products and KingSet™ auto-feed riveting system now available to fastener distributors and dealers in Japan. - August 10, 2011 - Industrial Rivet & Fastener Company
FABLOGIC Metal Composite Panel Project Featured in MetalMag
FABLOGIC(TM) by BAMCO, Inc., an award-winning leader in the design and fabrication of composite metal panels, is proud to have one of its projects featured in the May/June 2011 issue of MetalMag. The featured project is the Loggia Athletic Center at Grinnell College in Iowa. The athletic center... - July 29, 2011 - BAMCO, Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Sponsored ASM Materials Camp 2011
Laboratory Testing Inc. sponsored the ASM Materials Camp 2011 held at Drexel University for high school students interested in careers in materials testing and engineering. The students participated in instructional and practical sessions about materials throughout the week-long camp. - July 22, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Curtains and Drapes Easier to Hang Thanks to RI Firm
T & J Distributors reveals new curtain and drapery hardware that simplifies and greatly reduces the effort needed to hang window treatments. This exciting, ground-breaking, patent-pending innovation also eliminates damage to the face of valuable walls and woodwork. - July 18, 2011 - T & J Distributors
Cyclotec Reports Innovative Dry Separation Technology of Waste Streams Previously Not Attractive for Recycling
Cyclotecs' Multi Product Air Separators outstand state of art separators, by broader on line adjustment of product size capabilities, resulting in finer product at range of 100-160 microns at higher separation efficiencies, ability to operate at feed moisture up to 5%, & provide up to Four de dusted separation products simultaneously. - June 30, 2011 - Cyclotec Oy
A2LA Accreditation is Renewed and Expanded for Calibration at Laboratory Testing Inc.
Electrical and temperature calibration were added to the scope of A2LA accreditation at Laboratory Testing Inc. Accreditation for dimensional testing, calibration of instruments and standards and field calibration was renewed through March 31, 2013. - June 27, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Q-Lab Wins Award to Improve Solar PV Module Durability
Q-Lab Corporation and several partners were recently awarded $2.9 million for a Solar-Durability and Lifetime Extension (S-DLE) Center project, as part of the Ohio Third Frontier program. Q-Lab is a recognized global leader in advanced weathering test equipment and services. The other program... - June 05, 2011 - Q-Lab Corporation
Precison Metalsmiths, Inc. New President
Mr. David Dolata, Owner & CEO of Precision Metalsmiths, Inc, (PMI) is pleased to announce that Mr. James Racco has accepted the position of President of the company. Mr. Racco brings many years of experience in new business development, strategic planning and strong leadership capabilities. Mr. - May 28, 2011 - Precision Metalsmiths, Inc.
IMR KHA – Portland Earns GE S-400 Accreditation for Creep Testing
IMR KHA in Portland, OR is pleased to announce that they have earned GE S-400 accreditation for Creep Testing. Creep testing is useful in evaluating materials used in jet engines, gas turbines and other high temperature applications under load to prevent failure. It improves understanding of... - May 19, 2011 - IMR Test Labs
Calpipe Security Bollards Develops Lighted Bollards for Security Applications
Lighted security bollards prevent vehicle incursion. - May 14, 2011 - Calpipe Industries
Laboratory Testing Inc. Employee Promoted to X-ray Inspection Supervisor
Long-time NDT employee and X-ray inspection technician at Laboratory Testing Inc. has been promoted to X-ray Supervisor to oversee all X-ray inspections and staffing. - May 05, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. Introduces Dry Ice Blasting to the Power Generation Industry
The Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. is proud to announce its success in utilizing dry ice blasting technology to clean power generation equipment for preventative maintenance and disaster recovery purposes. - May 05, 2011 - Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc.
New FABLOGIC Brand of Composite Metal Panels Announced
BAMCO, Inc. Unveils Expanded Product Line to US National Market. - April 08, 2011 - BAMCO, Inc.
Berkwood Deploys Indonesian Field Team to Begin Work Program on Cimandiri Gold Property in Java Indonesia
Berkwood Resources Ltd. through its Indonesian subsidiary, PT. Berkwood Resources Indonesia, is pleased to announce that it has deployed its Indonesian field team to commence the initial exploration program at its Cimandiri Gold Property in West Java, Indonesia. - April 07, 2011 - Berkwood Resources Ltd.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Employee Promoted to Chemistry Supervisor
Laboratory Testing Inc. has promoted Marion Crooks to Chemistry Supervisor. In her new role, she oversees material characterization, element analysis, corrosion analysis, wet chemistry and positive material identification (PMI) services. - March 27, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
New MAXfield GPS Guidance Gives Growers Added Precision, Flexibility
The MAXfield Corner control panel provides real-time information and diagnostics for easy in-field adjustments. - March 16, 2011 - Lindsay Corporation
Bird-B-Gone Publishes 2011 Catalog
The new catalog features effective, humane products to prevent birds from landing or nesting in unwanted areas. - March 16, 2011 - Bird-B-Gone, Inc.
At New Florida Marlins Ballpark, Firespray's Innovative Ductwork Solution Saves Time, Space and Cost
An innovative fire-rated ductwork solution from Firespray International has saved time, cost and space for the state-of-the-art Florida Marlins Ballpark in Miami. Fast-track installation of over 100,000 square feet of Firespray’s Flamebar BW11 fire-rated smoke exhaust and stair... - March 06, 2011 - Firespray International
Laboratory Testing Inc. Attending SIBC and ACIBC Events in March 2011
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be attending the SIBC Submarine Supplier Days and the ACIBC Action Days 2011 Conference in March 2011. Laboratory Testing Inc. provides materials analysis, metals testing, nondestructive testing and calibration services to companies that supply parts and materials to the submarine and aircraft carrier industries. - March 05, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Intersan Manufacturing Introduces a Lead-Free Line of Washfountains and Lavatories
Intersan, a premiere producer of commercial restroom solutions announces the introduction of the first lead-free line of washfountains and lavatories. - February 24, 2011 - Intersan Manufacturing
Spring Thaw Safety Training Conference to be Held at Turning Stone Resort, NY - March 23-24, 2011
Catamount Consulting, LLC is excited to carry on the same great tradition that MSHA started with a 2-day Spring Thaw Safety Training Conference in Central New York. - February 24, 2011 - Catamount Consulting, LLC
Small-Field Pivot Provides New Option for Growers
The new Z-II small-field pivot is designed to irrigate smaller fields up to 60 acres. - February 23, 2011 - Lindsay Corporation
Upstate Shredding – Ben Weitsman Makes Largest Acquisition to Date with Purchase of Brenner Recycling and Expands Into East Central Pennsylvania
Upstate Shredding – Ben Weitsman & Son announced a purchase agreement to acquire Brenner Recycling, Inc. This is by far the largest acquisition made by the company. Brenner Recycling, Inc. is located in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Completion of this all cash transaction is slated on April 1, 2011. Key executives and personnel will retain their positions in the acquired company. - February 13, 2011 - Upstate Shredding LLC - Ben Weitsman & Son
GPI Prototype to Present Additive Manufacturing Technologies at Pacific Design & Manufacturing/Medical Design & Manufacturing 2011
GPI Prototype announced that it will showcase and present its additive manufacturing capabilities at the Pacific Design & Manufacturing/Medical Design & Manufacturing 2011 show in Anaheim California on February 8th-9th 2011. GPI Prototype will be located at booth 3874 and be available to... - February 06, 2011 - GPI Prototype
Samantha Deeley Joins Upstate Shredding - Ben Weitsman & Son as Metal Buyer and Head of New Industrial Scrap Division
Samantha Deeley, an experienced scrap metal purchaser, has joined Upstate Shredding-Ben Weitsman & Son as Metal Buyer and Head of the newly formed Industrial Scrap Division. This was announced by Adam Weitsman, president of the company. - February 03, 2011 - Upstate Shredding LLC - Ben Weitsman & Son
Catamount Consulting to Host MSHA Alternative Case Resolution Workshop April 5-7, 2011
Leading Industry Experts Advise Mining Companies on Alternative Case Resolution in this two and a half day seminar in Atlanta, GA. The Alternative Case Resolution workshop provides mine operators and their representatives the skills necessary to participate in the ACRI process without outside legal representation. Understand MSHA Litigation, receive critical information on organizing and presenting legal arguments, understand basic principles of MSHA law and learn procedures to be followed. - January 24, 2011 - Catamount Consulting, LLC
Prototype Today Announces Free Online Prototyping Directory, Job Board, Forums & Social Network
Prototype Today offers resources to assist individuals in the product development & manufacturing industries. - January 20, 2011 - Prototype Today
Laboratory Testing Inc. Appoints Three Supervisors
Three employees of Laboratory Testing Inc. have been appointed to supervisory positions in the areas of field calibration services, testing and calibration quality assurance, and IT. The laboratory has seen significant growth in sales and staff in recent years, resulting in the need for additional supervisors. - January 13, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Lindsay Introduces New Gearbox to the Zimmatic Irrigation Product Line
The AT gearbox is designed by Lindsay engineers for the future of center pivot irrigation. - January 11, 2011 - Lindsay Corporation
GLN Corp, Golden Label Nakaji Corporation, Quarterly Operations Update
GLN Corporation shows significant growth in gold production for the third quarter of 2010 in its Baiheshan mine in China. - January 09, 2011 - Golden Label Nakaji Corporation
Laboratory Testing Inc. Owners Receive Family Business Learning Community Award
Owners of Laboratory Testing Inc., a materials testing, nondestructive testing and calibration laboratory, received the second annual “Champion Family Business Learning Community Builders” Award. - January 06, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Selects Manager for Chemistry and Metallography
Laboratory Testing Inc. has promoted Lee Dilks to manager of the Chemistry and Metallography Labs. In his new role, he oversees materials testing, chemical analysis, corrosion testing, metallurgical analysis and failure analysis services. - January 01, 2011 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Home Fire Escape Ladder Manufacturer, Calico Ladders, Expands Product Line and Releases New Catalog
In addition to the Protector Home Fire Escape Ladder, Calico Ladders now offers a wide array of ladders, stands and crossovers. - December 16, 2010 - Calico Ladders
Highly Successful Tioga County Tire Recycling Program Paid for by Upstate Shredding
Upstate Shredding is donating $10,000 per year for the next five years to assist Tioga County in its cleaning up project. The tire recovery program as part of the clean up drive is helping in the preservation of the scenic and natural beauty of the county. - November 18, 2010 - Upstate Shredding LLC - Ben Weitsman & Son
Upstate Shredding Expands into Pennsylvania with Acquisition of Towanda Iron & Metal
Towanda Iron & Metal Inc. was recently acquired by Upstate Shredding LLC-Ben Weitsman & Son. With the acquisition taking full place in January 2,2011, Towanda will be renamed Ben Weitsman of Towanda. All current personnel including Brad Aronson, President and Owner, will remain as part of operations to ensure business continuity. - November 15, 2010 - Upstate Shredding LLC - Ben Weitsman & Son
Nitrofreeze® Cryogenic Treatment Service Adds Further Processing Capability
The Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of an additional cryogenic thermal cycling system. - November 12, 2010 - Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc.
Capital Investment Costs for Plant and Equipment in Iron and Steelmaking
Steel consultants MCI (Metals Consulting International) have just published a detailed review of capital investment costs for plant and equipment in iron and steelmaking. - November 03, 2010 - Metals Consulting International Limited
Gladding Braided Products is Expanding Manufacturing Operations with New Plant Addition
Gladding Braided Products is expanding and adding approximately 10,000 square of manufacturing space to their existing 85,000 sq. foot factory. The ground breaking took place in July 2010 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of October 2010. - November 01, 2010 - Gladding Braided Products, LLC
The Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. Completes Transition to New Facility
The Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. is pleased to announce the completed transition to 78 Chilmark Street, Worcester, MA 01604. The new facility is located just off of Shrewsbury Street in Worcester. The new facility boasts nearly 5,000 square feet of total area, allowing the Cryogenic... - November 01, 2010 - Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc.
River Hill Coal Company to Sponsor Met Coke World Summit 2010
River Hill Coal Company has officially announced its sponsorship of the Met Coke World Summit 2010, taking place November 1-3 at the Omni William Penn Hotel in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The 14th annual Met Coke World Summit 2010 conference will feature an unparalleled line up of over 30 speakers to... - October 30, 2010 - River Hill Coal Company
Gladding Braided Products Will be Featured on the Award Winning History Channel Series Modern Marvels
Gladding Braided Products will be featured on the History Channel’s award-winning television series, Modern Marvels. The episode, slated to air in November 2010, will explore the history and manufacturing of chains, wire and rope. A three-person film crew from Half Yard Productions, a documentary film company from the New York City area, spent a day filming Gladding’s manufacturing facilities. - October 22, 2010 - Gladding Braided Products, LLC
Laboratory Testing Inc. Highlighting Materials Testing and Calibration Services at Fabtech Show
Laboratory Testing Inc. will be exhibiting in Booth #903 at Fabtech International in November 2010. The testing and metrology laboratory’s materials testing, nondestructive testing, dimensional inspection, welder and procedure qualification, and calibration services will be featured. - October 10, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Sponsors Team for 2010 MS City to Shore Bike Ride
Laboratory Testing Inc. sponsored a team of fifteen riders for the 2010 MS City to Shore Bike Ride held on September 25th and 26th by matching all individual sponsorship donations raised by Team Laboratory Testing. The Team made a total contribution of $5,760 to the National MS Society. - October 09, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
US Hoists Corp Appoints John Passarello, COO and Director of Marketing and Sales
US Hoists Corporation, a manufacturer of mobile travel lifts and yard shuttles based in Calverton, NY, is pleased to announce the appointment of John Passarello to the position of Director of Marketing and Sales. - September 30, 2010 - US Hoist Corporation
Lindsay to Introduce FieldNET™ Mobile, Pivot Control for Smartphones, at Husker Harvest Days
Allows growers to fully control and monitor their irrigation pivots anywhere through the convenience of smartphones. - September 12, 2010 - Lindsay Corporation
SEM / EDS Analysis Added to Materials Testing & Failure Analysis Capabilities at Laboratory Testing Inc.
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectrometry (EDS / EDX) have been added to the materials testing and failure analysis capabilities performed at Laboratory Testing Inc. of Hatfield, PA. The new system allows for high magnification evaluation, element analysis and material characterization. - August 12, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Knight Electronics Helps OEMs Focus on Bottom Line with Expanded Value-Added Services
Value-added services significantly reduce production lead time and product cost - July 31, 2010 - Knight Electronics
Laboratory Testing Inc. Sponsors ASM Materials Camp
Independent materials testing and calibration laboratory, Laboratory Testing Inc., sponsored the Philadelphia area ASM Materials Camp held at Drexel University in June 2010. The week long Camp was attended by twenty eight area high school students interested in pursuing materials engineering and laboratory careers. - July 24, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Bud Industries Offers Design Guide for NEMA-Rated Electronic Enclosures
Bud’s 28-page “Enclosure Design Tips Handbook” is available free of charge to help electronic system designers select the most cost effective cabinet rack, server rack, NEMA box, or other electronics enclosures. - July 21, 2010 - Bud Industries
Credit Valley Hospital Takes Innovative Approach with Firespray International Ductwork
Firespray International has supplied an innovative fire-rated ductwork solution that saved space, time and cost in constructing new laboratory space and operating rooms at Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga. - July 21, 2010 - Firespray International