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Har-Conn Chrome Company Completes Construction on Paint Facility
Har-Conn Chrome Company has just completed “Phase I “of a multi-phase expansion plan. Phase I consisted of a new state of the art aerospace painting and powder coating facility as well as a new general office area. - May 10, 2009 - Har-Conn Chrome Company
Paine Electronics Introduces New "CANBus Digital Pressure Transducer"
Just released, Paine’s new 220-38 Digital Series transducer for use on Controller Area Network Bus (CANBus) systems. With standard pressure ranges to +15,000 PSIS, the new 220-38 Digital Series transducers are ideal for high cycle and high pressure applications in the toughest sub-sea, industrial, automation, military and automotive environments. Paine Electronics, “Pressure Instrumentation for the Toughest Applications.” - May 09, 2009 - Emerson, Rosemount Specialty Products, LLC
Automotive Solutions Demonstrated in New Animation
Visitors to YouTube and www.balseal.com will get an exclusive look at some of the connecting, conducting and shielding solutions featured at this year’s Hannover MESSE event, thanks to a new video animation produced by Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. - April 25, 2009 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
A2 Technologies PAL Series Analyzers Now Capable of Measuring Low Levels of Biodiesel Contamination in Diesel Fuel
The PAL series analyzers, when equipped with A2’s innovative TumblIR biodiesel sample interface, are now capable of measuring biodiesel concentrations in petrodiesel from as low as 0.025%, as required in certain applications such as the nuclear power industry, up to 20% (B20). - April 16, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Manufacturing in Mexico "Webinar" to be Offered by the Offshore Group
Offshore Group experts discuss the nuts and bolts of establishing and maintaining a manufacturing operation in Mexico during this interactive session. - March 29, 2009 - The Offshore Group
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
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
Chassis Plans MP1X20A Rugged Portable Computer System Provides a 20.1-Inch LCD Screen in Rugged Aluminum Chassis Supporting EATX Motherboards
Rugged Portable Computer provides High Performance EATX Motherboard System, 20.1-inch SXGA 1600x1200 Resolution LCD Screen and six hot swap 3-1/2-inch SATA-II hard drives. - March 09, 2009 - Chassis Plans
EDL Inc. Announces the Release of the New Megaohm Validator
EDL Inc., the makers of the Fur-1200 Calibration Furnace and Ultra Bath (stirred silicone oil or salt bath) line of calibration instruments introduces the new Megaohm Validator®, a product that guarantees the measurement accuracy of insulation resistance testers; crucial to trust in measurement. This product provides a simple method of ensuring insulation resistance testers are operating properly and within specification and is of tremendous value to manufacturers. - February 28, 2009 - EDL Inc.
United Foam, a UFP Technologies Brand, Improves Capabilities and Response Time at Their Decatur, Alabama Facility
United Foam's Decatur, AL, facility, one of eight United Foam locations, has made significant improvements to enhance their overall quality and service. United Foam has added new equipment, improved upon their material selection, reconfigured its floor plan and has become ISO compliant. - February 26, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
United Case™, a UFP Technologies Brand, Introduces Exclusive Foam for Protective Case Inserts
United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand (NASDAQ: UFPT), introduces Case Fit™ 260. Case Fit 260 is United Case’s proprietary foam material used for fabricating custom inserts for protective cases. Case Fit 260 exhibits the most important aspects necessary for interior case protection. - February 21, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
The Offshore Group to Host Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Conference in Guaymas, Sonora
Guaymas, Mexico aerospace industry cluster to be examined at international manufacturing event. - February 20, 2009 - The Offshore Group
A2 Technologies Receives Research Contract from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
A2 Technologies announces today that it has received a three year research contract from the Federal Aviation Administration to study the effectiveness of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for determining damage to composite materials used in civilian aircraft applications. The... - February 19, 2009 - A2 Technologies
US Army Awards Next Generation Simulation & Training Omnibus Contract to CESI
PEO STRI Awards STOC II contract, both Full & Open and Small Business Lots, to Cole Engineering Services, Inc. - February 14, 2009 - Cole Engineering Services, Inc.
Design Concept Shows Spring’s Potential to Enhance CMC Implant Performance
Medical device engineers are evaluating the use of tiny springs to improve the performance of implantable devices that act like joints in the human body. - February 14, 2009 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
United Foam, a UFP Technologies brand, to Exhibit Custom Medical Solutions at MD&M West
On display will be United Foam's custom clean room packaging solutions, foam to fabric compression molded medical device components, reticulated foam medical applications and protective cases with custom foam inserts used to protect and showcase medical devices. - February 06, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
Sital Announces the Release of Its 2nd Generation Mil-Std-1553 Bus Tester
Sital Technology, the world leader in Mil-Std-1553 IP cores and products, is expanding its products base with the release of the 2nd generation of its Mil-Std-1553 bus tester - MultiComBox™. The MultiComBox™ unit provides two dual-redundant 1553 channels, as well as four (4) serial... - January 30, 2009 - Sital Technology
Manufacturing in Mexico 'Webinar' to be Offered by The Offshore Group
Learn the ins and outs of manufacturing in Mexico under the Shelter Program. - January 29, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Special Theme to Break the Ice at MAST 2009
Starting at this year's annual global conference and trade-show in Stockholm, Sweden, MAST will host - in addition to its established topics - a Special Topic that spotlights a key issue to its host country/region. - January 29, 2009 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
USA to Host First Ever Global Maritime Security and Defence Conference and Trade-Show
The established event series MAST (Maritime Systems & Technology) will take place for the first time on US soil next year. - January 29, 2009 - Maritime Systems and Technologies
LabAuto 2009 Attendees First to View New Seal, Spring Animation
Visitors to LabAutomation 2009, a popular trade event held January 24th -28th at the Palm Springs Convention Center, will have an exclusive opportunity to view a new technical animation produced by Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. - January 28, 2009 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Offshore Group Client Company Expands on Both Sides of the Border
Horst Engineering bolsters its operations in anticipation of increased demand for its services. - January 25, 2009 - The Offshore Group
A2 Technologies Announces Patent License Agreement with the Boeing Company
A2 Technologies today announced they have entered into a patent license with the Boeing Company allowing the use of Boeing patents in association with the development, manufacture and sale of A2 Technologies’ FTIR Spectrometers. The license will permit A2 Technologies to utilize the patents... - January 07, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Offshore Group Client Company Expands in Empalme, Mexico
Harco Laboratories has recently completed expansion at its Mexico manufacturing site. - January 07, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Bal Seal Works Smarter with New Inventory System
Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. has announced its successful integration of dcLINK®, a data collection technology that allows for faster, more accurate electronic tracking of inventory, assets and time. - January 01, 2009 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Crankshaft Gage Accommodates Large Crankshafts
Adcole Corporation introduces a new crankshaft gage that accommodates the larger crankshafts of heavy-duty generator sets, off-road construction equipment, and big compressors. - December 17, 2008 - Adcole Corporation
FAA Certifies Alakai Technologies’ Wireless Broadband Unit on Cirrus Aircraft -- Enables Affordable FOQA Reporting and Safety Improvements for General Aviation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an amended Supplemental Type Certificate for installation of Alakai Technologies’ wireless Broadband Units on Cirrus SR20 and SR22 aircraft. The certification allows Alakai’s Broadband Units to be permanently installed on Cirrus aircraft, where they are used to upload flight data and embedded Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) results via secure Internet connections at the conclusion of every flight. - December 10, 2008 - Alakai Technologies Corporation
Crankshaft Measurement Gage Features 1 Minute Cycle Times, Sub-Micron Accuracy
Adcole Corporation introduces a new high-speed, in-line crankshaft measurement gage for production environments that provides sub-micron accuracy. - December 10, 2008 - Adcole Corporation
Sandel Avionics Wins Patent Infringement Case Against Honeywell International
Sandel Avionics had its third and final win in its appearance in Delaware Federal Court, responding to allegations of patent infringement by Honeywell International concerning aircraft terrain warning systems. The weeklong trial concluded December 5, 2008 when a jury ruled in favor of... - December 09, 2008 - Sandel Avionics Inc.
Crankshaft-Camshaft Gage Refinements Yield Higher Accuracy
A new, high accuracy version of the Model 1200 Gage for measuring crank-shafts and camshafts, the world standard used by major engine manufacturers, is being introduced by Adcole Corporation of Marlborough, Massachusetts. The Adcole Model 1200 Crankshaft-Camshaft Gage features proprietary... - December 06, 2008 - Adcole Corporation
NANS Meeting to Feature Bal Seal Products, Focus on “New Frontiers”
When surgeons, medical manufacturers and investors gather this week for the 12th annual meeting of the North American Neuromodulation Society, they won’t just hear about the latest advances in treatment technology – they’ll also get to see the connecting and sealing components that are making these advances possible. - December 06, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Solutions Provider to Seek “Innovation Partners” at Medica Trade Fair
In a move that underscores the growing trend toward early-stage collaboration between medical manufacturers and their component suppliers, Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. has announced that it will participate in the MEDICA trade fair, held November 19th-22nd, 2008 in Düsseldorf, Germany. - November 21, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Solutions Provider Seeks “Innovation Partners” at Medical Summit
In a move that underscores the growing trend toward early-stage collaboration between medical manufacturers and their component suppliers, Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. has announced that it will participate in the Cleveland Clinic’s Medical Innovations Summit, to be held November 10th-12th, 2008 in Cleveland, Ohio. - November 09, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Small Connector to Draw Big Interest at Neurotech Leaders Forum
One of the biggest attractions at the upcoming 8th Annual Neurotech Leaders Forum may be the smallest and simplest: an electrical connector designed around a tiny, coiled spring. - October 22, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
New Animations Bring Connectors, Seals to Life at Medical Design Show
Three new animation sequences produced by Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. will make their debut on the “big screen” at the Medical Design & Manufacturing Show, running October 22nd-23rd, 2008 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. - October 22, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Chassis Plans MQS4U-20A Military Rackmount Computer System with Quad AMD Opteron™ Processors
4U Rugged Rackmount System Supports Tyan Thunder n6550EX S4989 MEB Motherboard with Quad Dual-Core / Quad-Core AMD Opteron™ Processors and 128GB RAM. - October 21, 2008 - Chassis Plans
Armor Systems International Appoints Mr. Vivek "Bobby" Khullar to Serve as Senior Finance Advisor
October 1st, 2008, Lex McMahon, President of Armor Systems International (ASI) appoints Mr. Vivek “Bobby” Khullar to serve as Senior Finance Advisor. Vivek “Bobby” Khullar is a rising star in the business world and premiere finance executive who possesses a broad based... - October 09, 2008 - Armor Systems International
Chassis Plans Unveils CPPM-9U24 9U 24" 1920x1200 WUXGA Rackmount LCD
Chassis Plans, The Original Industrial Computer Source®, releases the CPPM-9U24 Series 24-inch, high-performance 1920x1200 pixel resolution, WUXGA, Mount-On-Rack™ and panel mount LCD monitor. The CPPM-9U24 is optionally available with capacitive or resistive touch screens and bonded... - October 02, 2008 - Chassis Plans
Har-Conn Chrome Company Announces Two Executive Promotions
President Tim Backus continues his journey with 20 years of operational and hands on experience and assumes CEO role of both the West Hartford and Ft. Worth companies. Jonathan Kautz is promoted to President, Har-Conn, Ft. Worth, TX. - October 01, 2008 - Har-Conn Chrome Company
Offshore Group Client Company Receives NADCAP Certification
CRS Aerospace sets up a one stop shop for secondary processes in Empalme, Sonora, Mexico. - September 26, 2008 - The Offshore Group
CNS Event Showcases Bal Conn™ for Cardiac, Neurostimulation and Sensing
The Congress of Neurological Surgeons Annual Meeting, running through September 25th in Orlando, Florida, has always been a destination spot for those who want to learn about big advances in medical device technology. But this year, one of the event’s biggest attractions may be its smallest and simplest: an electrical contact designed around a tiny, coiled spring. - September 24, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Upstate South Carolina Aviation Company Taking Off
Moonpie, LLC is now the upstate dealer for several new communications products and a new hot air balloon product from China. - September 19, 2008 - Moonpie, LLC
Los Angeles Dynamics NAV User Group – A Successful Beginning
The first Microsoft Dynamics NAV (formerly Navision) User Group ever held in the Southern California area took place at the Los Angeles Microsoft Offices on Thursday, August 21, 2008, and was a huge success. The user group was hosted by Dynamics West “the Dynamics NAV experts”. Having... - September 16, 2008 - Dynamics West
Offshore Group Company Offers In-Bond Warehousing
International Logistic Solutions (ILS) adds to its international trade and transportation services repertoire. - September 11, 2008 - The Offshore Group
Bal Seal Connects Energy with Ingenuity at Husum Trade Fair
The Husum WindEnergy Trade Fair, running this week in Husum, Germany, has long been a destination spot for engineers who want to see the latest in big turbines and complex technology. But this year, one of the fair’s biggest attractions may be its smallest and simplest: an electrical contact fashioned from a coiled spring. - September 11, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
AutoCrib's New Compact RoboCrib 500 Delivers Total Security and Control for MRO, Tools, Fasteners and Supplies for Under $15,000
AutoCrib, Inc. introduces the latest version of its popular RoboCrib carousel tool dispensing system. The new RoboCrib 500 will provide distributors and users with the power of RoboCrib in a compact and mobile machine. The RoboCrib 500 offers high-security issue and return of a variety of items, including tools, fasteners, welding supplies, MRO, gloves and PPE supplies. - September 09, 2008 - AutoCrib, Inc.
New Subsidiary, Hong Kong Location to “Energize” Sales for Bal Seal
Bal Seal Engineering, Inc., a U.S.- based sealing, connecting and energizing products manufacturer, has chosen Hong Kong as a base of operations for its Asia Pacific sales office. - September 08, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Foamlinx LLC Iintroduces CNC Hotwire Foam Cutters New Line Under $14,000
Foamlinx LLC, a Silicon Valley based company, is selling hot wire CNC foam cutters for under $14,000. The new line, called FCH, is 4x4x8 and 8x4x8 CNC 4 Axis heavy-duty machines designed for continuous operations. - September 07, 2008 - Foamlinx LLC
Bal Seal Shares Solutions with New "Engineering Talk" Podcast
A new podcast produced by Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. is giving OEM engineers the inside track on solutions to sealing, connecting and energizing challenges. - August 25, 2008 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Manufacturing in Mexico 'Webinar' to be Offered by The Offshore Group
Manufacturing executives are invited to attend a free on-line 'webinar' that will provide detailed information on installing productive capacity in Mexico. - August 18, 2008 - The Offshore Group