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VSM Abrasives Re-Launches Coated Chronicle E-Newsletter
VSM Abrasives is proud to announce the re-launch of their e-newsletter titled, The Coated Chronicle. The publication has been revived to bring readers new product launch information, the latest industry insights and informational guides for industry education. It was during the 2008-2009... - August 27, 2015 - VSM Abrasives
AdvantaPure(R) Welcomes Mark Mistretta as East Coast Sales Manager; Brings Sales and Engineering Experience to Assist Customers with Process System Integration
AdvantaPure announces the appointment of Mark Mistretta to its team. Mistretta fills the east coast sales position vacated due to the recent promotion of another team member. His experience in sales and mechanical engineering will help AdvantaPure’s Single-Use system customers work out their biopharma fluid flow concepts and application challenges. As Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Mistretta is responsible for the management and growth of accounts in the eastern U.S. - August 21, 2015 - AdvantaPure
Fonon Corporation’s Micro-Stamping Technology Enhances Ballistics Identification Allowing Traceability to Firearms
Micro-engraving unique ID Codes on firing pins provide forensic scientist with new tools for solving crime scenes. - August 20, 2015 - Fonon
Healthcare Specialist Ottobock Issues Fonon Corporation Purchase Order for LaserTower™ Compact Marking and Engraving System
Ottobock’s first LaserTower™ system ordered 15 years ago continuing to demonstrate Fonon’s long-term reliability and brand loyalty. - August 20, 2015 - Fonon
830 Years of Service Celebrated at Hytrol Conveyor in August
Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc. is proud to recognize the employees celebrating their anniversary of dedicated service to Hytrol. Employees with an August anniversary start date have more than 830 years of service. Kevin Roush, in Business Development, commented, “My dad had been here for... - August 20, 2015 - Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
Durante Rentals Selected to the Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing U.S. Companies for Third Straight Year
Durante Rentals, NY's largest independent equipment company, has been selected to the INC 5000 list for the third year in a row with sales growth of 212%. The nomination validates them as one of the fastest-growing privately owned U.S. companies. - August 20, 2015 - Durante Rentals
Wolverine Flexographic Announces New Ownership
In addition to having already hired five new members to its staff, other Wolverine Flexographics upgrades planned include: reorganizing its plant to provide greater workflow efficiencies and expanding inventory. - August 20, 2015 - Wolverine Flexographic
Siemens Simodrives – Still Going Strong After All These Years Thanks to MRO Electric
As Siemens moves forward to create integrated drive systems, their Simodrive series still stands strong in factories across the world. - August 20, 2015 - MRO Electric and Supply
Elesa’s New VTT Three-Lobe Handwheel for Frequently Cleaned Environments
The VTT three-lobe handwheel from Elesa is a highly functional and attractive component for equipment in industries such as bottling plants, canning lines, filling and packaging, dispensing and tableting machines. - August 20, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Free Seminar for Manufacturers of Finished Parts
An educational seminar for manufacturers, custom coaters and fabricators will be held at Century II Performing Arts Center in Wichita, KS on August 28, 2015. This seminar will be helpful for companies who have liquid or powder coating lines. Information about the seminar may be found at... - August 19, 2015 - Kasa Companies
Utz Quality Foods Thanks Hytrol Conveyor and Integration Partner WEPCO
Hytrol Conveyor and Integration Partner WEPCO worked together to help produce a solution for Utz Quality Foods, Kindig Lane facility, Hanover, PA. “As the volume of products shipped increased, so did Utz’s concern about ensuring the integrity of every bag of snacks. Food safety became... - August 19, 2015 - Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
Fonon Corporation Awarded Contract from Sierra Nevada Corporation for LaserTower™ Desktop Marking & Engraving System
Fonon’s Laser Photonics brand of industrial-grade marking and engraving systems are designed for continuous use in high-vibration, shock and dust conditions. - August 14, 2015 - Fonon
Don’t Replace – Go with MRO Electric Remanufactured Drives
With an increasing number of obsolete components on major manufacturing lines, MRO Electric has found a way to keep them running smoothly without downtime. - August 14, 2015 - MRO Electric and Supply
John Looser to Speak at CPP Expo
Midwest Engineered Systems Inc., an innovative provider of premier custom machines and integrated systems, is proud to announce that John Looser, Senior Sales Engineer – Web Converting, will be speaking at the CPP Expo for the CEMA Fundamentals Seminars. The CEMA Fundamentals Seminars will... - August 12, 2015 - Midwest Engineered Systems Inc.
Levelok Corporation Featured at Upcoming National Safety Council Expo
It has been a whirlwind of a year for Levelok Corporation, which has been celebrating its 20th anniversary with a series of events and new opportunities. - August 11, 2015 - Levelok Corporation
Capital Safety™ Australia & New Zealand Introduce Their New Fall Protection Comfort Harnesses
New comfort features with the same dependable reliability! - August 08, 2015 - Capital Safety Australia
Pretransa Die Casting Machines Increases the Productivity of Its Trimming Presses
Pretransa Die Casting Machines, European manufacturer of machinery for the nonferrous die casting industry, has announced the launch of its new models of trimming presses, which feature a parts extractor tray new movement system, which allows a faster working speed and therefore, a reduction of parts production cycle. - August 07, 2015 - Pretransa Die Casting Machines
New Catalogue from Elesa UK - Accessories for Hydraulic Systems
New Accessories for Hydraulic Systems catalogue from Elesa includes oil plugs, breather caps, oil level indicators, column level indicators and float level indicators. - August 06, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Packaging Partners Installs a Production Line at Its Arecibo, Puerto Rico Facility
Packaging Partners, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial packaging products based in Lawrence, MA, recently installed a production line at its Arecibo, Puerto Rico facility. The production line expands the capabilities of Packaging Partners’ Caribbean Division to include manufacturing... - August 03, 2015 - Packaging Partners, LLC
Fonon Corporation Awarded Second Marking and Engraving System Contract from Sun Display Systems for the Company’s LaserTower™ Professional CM
Fonon’s Laser Photonics brand of marking and engraving systems continue setting industry benchmark in long-term reliability, operator safety and quality of workmanship standards. - August 03, 2015 - Fonon
MEMA® Engineering, LLC. Introduces MEFLOW™: a Solder Reflow Oven Control Board
Allows you to control the internal temperature of a standard toaster oven for reflowing solder. - August 02, 2015 - MEMA Engineering, LLC.
CES Appoint New Engineering Manager
Cutting Edge Services Ltd have appointed Mike Woods as Engineering Manager. - August 02, 2015 - CES
MWES Sponsors 2015 AIMCL Web Coating and Handling Converting Conference
Midwest Engineered Systems, an innovative provider of custom machines and integrated systems, will be sponsoring the 2015 AIMCL Web Coating and Handling Conference for the third year in a row. The AIMCAL Web Coating and Handling Conference will be held at the Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples,... - July 31, 2015 - Midwest Engineered Systems Inc.
Axis Capital Group to Join IGBC 2015
Singapore is set to prove its place when it comes to green building construction and the events to back it up are continuously pouring. This coming September 2-4, 2015, International Green Building Conference is said to be one of the largest events which will serve as a catalyst for more seminars... - July 31, 2015 - AXIS Capital Group
Capital Safety™ Australia & New Zealand Introduce Their New Protecta® Rebel™ Personal Self Retracting Lifeline Range
Compact, economical and safe fall protection self retracting lifelines. - July 26, 2015 - Capital Safety Australia
Airia Compressed Air Solutions Have Purchased the Industrial Unit They Have Leased Since the Firm Was Established by Paul Brewer & Andrew Drummond in 2009
The Romsey based business, which has become one of the South’s leading Compressed Air Solutions providers, now plan to develop the premises, creating a new office layout, modernising the existing workshop and expanding their own trade counter all of which they hope will lead to at least two new jobs. - July 25, 2015 - Airia Compressed Air Solutions
Men and Their Machines: Carson City Area Execs Head to Native Germany
This is slated as one of the largest Governor-led trade missions in the state’s history. The trade mission will be specifically focus on advanced manufacturing and other critical needs for the State of Nevada. - July 24, 2015 - Vineburg Machining Inc
Cormetech’s SCR Catalyst Layer Management Offering Cost Effective Alternative to Full Replacement
Durham, NC-based SCR catalyst manufacturers, Cormetech are now offering clients a leading-class catalyst management service. The company’s layer management systems empower proactive catalyst analysis and will ensure companies have a catalyst addition or replacement plan in place for future maintenance needs. Cormetech’s technical staff of catalyst experts will conduct a full analysis of the client’s operating history, their projected SCR catalyst use, and other financial and operational factors. - July 24, 2015 - Cormetech
New Automated Laser Cutter Means Increased Productivity and Higher Quality for Dolphin Sails
Dolphin Sails, one of the largest manufacturers of sails, covers and awnings in the UK, has just installed a new Blackman and White Mastercut heavy duty automated flatbed cutting machine which is both improving productivity and saving costs. - July 24, 2015 - Blackman and White
Sammons Enterprises, Inc. Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
Dallas-based, Sammons Enterprises, Inc. promotes Vice President and Treasurer, Pam Doeppe, to chief Financial Officer. - July 23, 2015 - Sammons Enterprises
New Quick Catalogue from Elesa Speeds Product Reference for Standard Machine Elements
Elesa’s new Quick Catalogue has an easy to use visual indexing layout and references thirteen product families from handwheels and clamping knobs to clamping levers and handles in lift and pull or fixed/revolving styles. - July 23, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Hiring Millennials Part of Winning Hiring Formula of Hytrol Conveyors
Hytrol Conveyor recently posted an article exploring the implications of millennials in the manufacturing workforce. There are a wealth of examples of how today’s manufacturing industry is now increasingly aligned with millennial’s value systems and eagerness for technological expertise. - July 23, 2015 - Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
CES Continues Pattern of Growth with New Recruits
Cutting Edge Services Ltd announces the creation of new jobs as a result of continued growth - July 23, 2015 - CES
SCR Catalyst Experts Cormetech Helping Clients Measure Catalytic Activity and Potential with Latest Testing Work
Durham, NC-based SCR catalyst manufacturers, Cormetech are now working with utility and industrial firms across the country to help optimize their SCR catalyst performance. Cormetech uses the latest testing procedures to help clients extend their catalyst life and consolidate the cost of their in-house processes. - July 23, 2015 - Cormetech
Cormetech Producing High Performance SCR Catalyst Products for Low SO2 to SO3 Conversion
Durham, NC-based SCR catalyst manufacturer, Cormetech is now offering coal-fired power plants access to low SO2 conversion catalysts, which is designed to produce less than .01% SO2 oxidation while maintaining the highest standards in terms of NOx removal rates. The modular design of the Cormetech’s SCR catalysts means they can be optimized to mitigate pressure drop, reduce volume requirements and achieve low SO2 conversion and provide exceptional environmental performance. - July 23, 2015 - Cormetech
Briggs International Appoints New President and Chief Executive Officer
International materials handling equipment distributor, Briggs International has appointed Darron Ash President and Chief Executive Officer. Ash was previously chief financial officer for Sammons Enterprises, Inc., the holding company for Briggs International. “Our Briggs businesses continue... - July 22, 2015 - Sammons Enterprises
Pretransa Die Casting Machines Launches Its New Website
Pretransa Die Casting Machines, European manufacturer of cold chamber high pressure die casting machines, has announced the launching of its new website: www.pretransadiecasting.com - July 22, 2015 - Pretransa Die Casting Machines
Fonon Corporation Awarded Specialized High-Speed Drill-Bit Marking and Engraving System Contract
Fonon secures additional contract for the company’s Laser Photonics’ brand of specialized Fiber laser marking and engraving system from Sandvik’s Dormer Tools S. A. - July 21, 2015 - Fonon
Commercial Appliance Parts & Service Launches New Website for the Nashville Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in Tennessee. - July 19, 2015 - Commercial Appliance Parts & Service
New Machine Makes Mechanical Asparagus Harvesting Possible
Geiger-Lund Harvesters is introducing the Model OR-24, a low-cost, one-row, selective mechanical asparagus harvester for small asparagus farms. The machine retails for only $32,399 and will reduce the cost of harvesting. Harvesting asparagus is arguably one of the most grueling of agricultural... - July 17, 2015 - Geiger-Lund
Santana Equipment Trading Company Hires Blake Sullivan to 2015 Summer Internship Position
Santana Equipment Trading Company has hired Blake Sullivan as its summer intern for 2015. Blake is currently studying accounting and finance at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, Bloomington. During his time with Santana Equipment Trading Company, Blake will be assisting the... - July 17, 2015 - Santana Equipment Trading Company
Midwest Engineered Systems Launches Fanuc Robotics Webpage
Midwest Engineered Systems Inc., an innovator and leader in complex system integration, has announced its launch of a new Fanuc Robotics Webpage. - July 17, 2015 - Midwest Engineered Systems Inc.
MIAT College of Technology to Host Spirit Airlines Computer Simulated Aircraft Maintenance Training Lab
Spirit Airlines, in partnership with MIAT College of Technology, announced plans to construct Next Generation Aircraft Computer Based Training (CBT) maintenance simulation laboratory on the MIAT Canton, Michigan campus which is located near the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). - July 16, 2015 - MIAT College of Technology
Growth at Packaging Partners' Protective Packaging Division Fueled by New Equipment and Capabilities
Packaging Partners, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial packaging products based in Lawrence, MA, recently added new equipment to its Protective Packaging Division. This equipment includes a heavy duty die-cutter, a hot melt glue system and equipment to make wood crating... - July 16, 2015 - Packaging Partners, LLC
Air Hydro Power is Excited to Announce That Jeff McNeill Will be the New Operations Manager for the Alabama Market
Jeff has been with AHP since 2001. He has been in management with AHP at the Lexington and Elizabeth, KY locations previously. - July 12, 2015 - Air Hydro Power, LLC.
Air Hydro Power Welcomes Joe McNeill as Hose, Fittings & Belting Sales Specialist for Lexington and All of Eastern Kentucky
Joe McNeill has been with Air Hydro Power since 2000, working in sales and management. Air Hydro Power is an industrial distributor of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical automation, and hose and fittings. - July 12, 2015 - Air Hydro Power, LLC.
New Elesa Standard Elements for the Processing and Packaging Industries at PPMA
Elesa UK are exhibiting their new DD52R-E electronic 6 digit display direct drive indicator and the VTT three lobe handwheel at the PPMA Exhibition, 29th September – 1st October 2015 at the NEC. - July 12, 2015 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Air Hydro Power Welcomes Jeff Woodard as the New Sales Representative for Northeastern, AL
Jeff Woodard joins Air Hydro Power as the new sales representative in Northeastern Alabama. Air Hydro Power is an industrial distributor of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical automation, and hose and fittings. - July 11, 2015 - Air Hydro Power, LLC.
Air Hydro Power Announces the Opening of a New Office in Birmingham, AL
Air Hydro Power has opened a new branch in Birmingham, Alabama. Starting in Kentucky, Air Hydro Power has expanded its roots to Alabama with offices in Montgomery and now Birmingham. - July 11, 2015 - Air Hydro Power, LLC.
YANMAR America Energy Systems Launches New User-Friendly Website
YANMAR America Energy Systems’ division announces the launch of its new user-friendly, responsively designed website at www.yanmar-es.com. Built by Phase 3 Marketing & Communications, the new site makes finding information and doing business with YANMAR’s Energy Systems division... - July 10, 2015 - YANMAR America