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FLARES 2.0 Establishes Low-Gee Skyhook Record
Hood Tech staff noted record-low capture loads for a fixed-wing aircraft recovery from free-flight. "Soft-arrest Skyhook recovery with FLARES enables opportunities for fixed-wing aircraft that were not originally designed with Skyhook-recovery in mind," explains Hood Tech engineer and 1999 Skyhook co-inventor, Cory Roeseler. With FLARES, a long endurance UAV enjoys the benefits of VTOL without having to carry its VTOL claptrap for the entire flight. - November 19, 2019 - Hood Tech Corp., Vision Inc.
Plasti-Block™ Turns 100% Recycled Materials Into Finished Product
Omachron® Plastics eliminates plastic waste consisting of post-consumer contaminated mixed plastics by converting it into finished goods and products. The Omachron® molding equipment allows use up to 100% regrind in injection molding plastic parts that are identical in appearance and mechanical properties to parts made from virgin material. A true "no waste" process. - November 19, 2019 - Plasti-Block
Xometry Supplies Adds Plastics to Materials Offering
Xometry Now Offers Acetal Copolymer Plastic on the Xometry Supplies eCommerce Platform - November 16, 2019 - Xometry
Orlando Best Bridal Store Recognition
Hispanic woman owned bridal store, recognized as the Best Bridal Store in 2019. The Designer Atalier delights in making dreams come to reality for hundreds of brides in the State of Florida. Realizing her own dream to use her God given talent to benefit so many women on their wedding day also helped her to minimized her own life of struggles and poverty. Sira D' Pion is dedicated to excellence for the best product and service for her customers. - November 14, 2019 - Bridal & Formal By Sira D' Pion
Cypherbridge Systems Introduces Ready to Use RA Microcontroller Partner Solutions
Renesas Ecosystem Partner Cypherbridge Systems accelerates development of RA MCU IoT applications with SDKPac software solutions. Pre-integrated with RA FSP and MCU Evaluation Kits, SDKPac delivers out-of-box IoT connectivity, security, safety and reliability. - November 13, 2019 - Cypherbridge Systems LLC
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power System at Thomas Swan Sign Company - East Bay Sign Company Goes Solar & Lowers Operating Costs
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay solar installer for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 143.5 kW DC solar system at Thomas Swan Sign Company LLC in Richmond, CA. The solar panels provide 86% of the facility’s electrical needs and reduces their utility expenses by nearly $3,000 every month, plus lowering the carbon footprint of their operations. - November 13, 2019 - SolarCraft
Wildeck, Inc. to Showcase Suite of Access Products at MODEX 2020
Wildeck, Inc. is excited to announce that their suite of custom access products will be on display at MODEX’s 2020 show in Atlanta, GA on March 9-12. Located in booth 5014, Wildeck’s team of material handling solution experts will be available to discuss the design, sale, installation... - November 13, 2019 - Wildeck, Inc.
IDCON INC.'s Founder, Christer Idhammar Releases New Book
Learn how to become an expert in Reliability and Maintenance Management. - November 13, 2019 - IDCON INC.
Kopp Development Inc. Acquires Mednovus, Inc. Ferromagnetic Detection Business
With the acquisition, Kopp Development is expanding its MRI Safety product line to include the hand-held FerrAlert™ Target Scanner™ line. Kopp already had the most extensive product offering in the industry. With the addition of the hand-held detector products, Kopp now has a product... - November 12, 2019 - Kopp Development Inc.
Lanner and Corlina Team Up at IoT Tech Expo to Demo How to Implement Industrial IoT in a Brownfield Manufacturing Facility
Aiming to enable small and medium sized manufacturers to leverage Industrial IoT benefits without having to rip and replace their legacy operational technology, Lanner and Corlina look forward to building wide ranging solutions for SI’s and end users alike to implement IIoT in their facilities using a pre-validated ecosystem of sensors, industrial analytics software and x86 IoT gateways. - November 12, 2019 - Lanner America
IoT Tech Expo: Lanner and NodeWeaver to Demo Joint IIoT Solution for Simplified Management and Orchestration of Edge Applications
Joint solution merges NodeWeaver’s edge cloud software with Lanner's x86 IoT Gateway hardware, creating a turnkey platform for deploying and managing IoT in a variety of environments. - November 12, 2019 - Lanner America
Oregon 120V Professional Series(TM) Grows with 21" Mower & Handheld Blower
Oregon continues focus on low-noise, commercial power and weatherization for 2020. - November 10, 2019 - Blount International
La Dona Fruit Ships First-Ever Air-Freighted Pineapple from Panama to Dubai
Starting Monday, November 11, La Dona Fruit will be offering pineapple from Panama via online retailer Kibsons International in Dubai. This will be the first pineapple from Panama shipped by air freight to Dubai, and has already attracted attention from luxury establishments such as the famous Burj al Arab hotel and Nikki Beach. - November 10, 2019 - La Dona Fruit Co.
TeleSense Debuts the Most Advanced Grain Monitoring System for Barges and Ground Piles
Purpose-Built for New Grain Storage Challenges Brought on by Climate Change and Geopolitical Tensions, the Cellular SensorSpear™ Monitors and Protects Post-Harvest Grain - November 08, 2019 - TeleSense, Inc.
SMC Exhibits at Power-Gen in New Orleans, LA – Nov. 19-21
Power-Gen International is one of the world’s largest power generation events focused on all forms of energy from traditional Gas Turbine, Clean Coal and Nuclear Technologies to renewable and smart energy sources. - November 08, 2019 - SMC Corporation of America
Come Visit Xometry at Autodesk University
Xometry will be exhibiting in booth MFG300 at Autodesk University on November 19-21. - November 08, 2019 - Xometry
Introducing ELEV8 Performance Powertrain Treatment
ELEV8 Performance Powertrain Treatment uses revolutionary nanotechnology to dramatically reduce engine friction and heat in order to significantly increase horsepower and fuel economy while significantly reducing engine wear and emissions. - November 07, 2019 - ELEV8 Performance Products
Wildeck Earns MHEDA’s MVS Award for 2020
Wildeck, Inc., one of the nation’s leading suppliers of material handling solutions, has earned MHEDA’s (Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association) MVS (Most Valuable Supplier) Award for 2020. Each year, this distinguished industry honor is award to MHEDA’s member... - November 07, 2019 - Wildeck, Inc.
Innovative OEE and IIoT Technology to be Presented at FABTECH 2019
Machine monitoring for Industry 4.0 increases shop floor productivity and decrease downtime. - November 06, 2019 - Scytec
Molecular Products Group, an Arlington Capital Partners Portfolio Company, Announces Acquisition of the O.C. Lugo Company
Molecular Products Group, (“Molecular Products” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners (“Arlington Capital”), today announced the acquisition of the O.C. Lugo Company. The O.C. Lugo Company, located in Connellsville, PA,... - November 05, 2019 - Molecular Products
11Giraffes Selects Lanner for Hardware and Managed Fulfillment Services
Lanner will provide 11Giraffes with an end-to-end managed hardware program which includes media player hardware manufacturing, software integration & testing, stocking, order processing and drop shipment directly to end-customer. - November 05, 2019 - Lanner America
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks Recognized as an Honored Lifetime Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks of Mansfield, Texas has been honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of agriculture, real estate, investments and self-storage. About Darcy L. Knapp-Fricks With over 20 years... - November 05, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
Elkos Introduces New Ball Pen Quanta
The Elkos pens team is excited to announce that they have just added a brand-new ball pen - Quanta, the latest addition to the Elkos line of products. (https://www.elkospens.com/ball-pens-quanta.html). The new ball pen Quanta is the master of style. It combines classic design with modern elements. - November 03, 2019 - Elkos Pens Limited
Visit Xometry at FABTECH
Xometry will be exhibiting in booth A4343 at FABTECH on November 11-14. - November 02, 2019 - Xometry
Lithium Battery Company to Supply Batteries to General Dynamics Land Systems SMET
General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) has chosen Lithium Battery Company to produce customized lithium ion batteries for 624 unmanned robotic vehicles that will help troops carry equipment on the battlefield. The U.S. Army was looking for a vehicle that could carry about 1,000 pounds worth of soldier equipment and travel over 60 miles over three days. - November 01, 2019 - Lithium Battery Company
FLARES 2.0 Demonstrates VTOL Operations in a Forest Clearing
Hood Tech’s next generation Flying Launch and Recovery System (FLARES 2.0) this month demonstrated flight operations from a 200 foot forest clearing, surrounded by 60-140 foot trees. A fixed-wing UAV was launched into flight and recovered from flight, both operations occurring above the... - October 31, 2019 - Hood Tech Corp., Vision Inc.
Molecular Glasses, Inc. Receives U.S. Patent 10,461,269 for Crosslinkable/Polymerizable Charge-Transporting and Luminescent Molecular Glass Mixtures
The new patent filings cover the preparation of crosslinkable and non-crystallizable hole-transporting, electron-transporting, ambipolar, and luminescent compositions of matter, including procedures to ensure their purity. Also covered is a process of printing dopant image-wise on the surface of a host material plasticized with a very low-glass-transition-temperature (Tg) crosslinkable multifunctional material. - October 31, 2019 - Molecular Glasses
Carnivore Meat Company Invests in Pet Food Market Growth Fueled by Millennials
Millennials make up 35% of US pet owners and are spending more on pet food than any other generation, according to Pew Research Institute. This shift is spurring the trend towards the premiumization of pet food and Carnivore Meat Company is answering that growth with continued improvements in the... - October 31, 2019 - Carnivore Meat Company
Xometry Manufacturing Partners Optimistic About Growth in Q4 2019
Despite recent market data indicating a manufacturing slowdown, Xometry Partners are optimistic about growth in Q4. - October 31, 2019 - Xometry
MDXConcepts, Emerging Brand Stands Out as a Green Alternative to Chemical Pesticides
MDXConcepts, a rising brand in the pesticide industry, is expanding distribution of its eco-friendly pesticide alternatives across the United States of America. A family owned brand, MDXConcepts steps in with the motive of making accessible green and sustainable alternatives to the chemical... - October 30, 2019 - MDX Concepts
The CBD Online Store Partners with Global CBD Manufacturer, Elixinol
Having the best CBD products in the store was paramount for the CBD Online Store to gain trusted customers. Elixinol provides a strong foundation to grow with confidence. - October 30, 2019 - Qinneba
SMC Corporation of America Exhibits at FabTech 2019 in Chicago
SMC Corporation of America will exhibit at FabTech 2019 (Nov. 11-14), North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event at McCormick Place in Chicago at booths A1143 and A1225. - October 30, 2019 - SMC Corporation of America
BCI Receives Workforce Development Award
Nonprofit recognized by Missouri manufacturer association for its local contribution. - October 30, 2019 - Boone Center, Inc.
Auto Industry Conference Highlights New Magnesium Technology from China
At an international conference in Atlanta, new Chinese technology for advanced, fuel-efficient automobiles is being highlighted. Many major auto manufacturers are attending; there is a special presentation, sponsored by Galaxy Trade and Technology, through the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, featuring engineer Yuan Yansheng. This is an example of a new, reciprocal approach to Chinese science and industry. - October 28, 2019 - Asia-Pacific Group
LoyaltyXpert Announces Loyalty Program for Cement Manufacturing Sector
LoyaltyXpert’s loyalty program revitalizes the cement manufacturing sector with a customer-centric focus to help them gain market share in a recessionary economy. - October 26, 2019 - LoyaltyXpert
Makino Event Hosting 500 Area Students Gives an Inside Look at Top Manufacturing Technologies
Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana Region Leads the Nation in Manufacturing Day Events, 61 scheduled in the month of October, impacting 4,500 students - October 25, 2019 - Makino
Mini, But Mighty Pressure Transducer P60
HBM launches new pressure transducer series. - October 24, 2019 - Bruel & Kjær UK
Locus Agricultural Solutions’ Organic Soil “Probiotic” Named a Finalist for 2019 Best New Biological Product
Panel of International Judges for Agribusiness Intelligence "Global Crop Science Forum and Awards" Picks Rhizolizer as a Leading Biostimulant - October 23, 2019 - Locus Agricultural Solutions
Ashton College Launches Red Seal Prep Courses for Tradespeople
The Red Seal endorsement is a pathway for better jobs, higher wages and enhanced careers. - October 23, 2019 - Ashton College
Luminit Government Services Established to Serve Aerospace and Defense Customer Base
The wholly-owned subsidiary will oversee all of Luminit’s aerospace and defense-related business beginning January 2020. - October 22, 2019 - Luminit
Octobotic Corporation Announces the Completion of Aliveadvisor Global Business Autonomous Platform
Octobotic Corporation's Autonomous Aliveadvisor Platform; "Aliveadvisor Global Business Platform for tomorrow autonomous world AI assisted with Moses” - Dr. Fr. Daniel Imperato KM.S.S.P. GM+OB - October 22, 2019 - Octobotic Corporation
Sunclip - a Shade Smarter; a Novel Anti-Glare Attachment Developed by UK Optical Plastics Limited
Sunclip, an anti-glare, anti blinding attachment for sports sunglasses. - October 22, 2019 - UK Optical Plastics Limited
Nazmiyal Antique Rug Auction to be Held November 7
Nazmiyal Auctions is holding their third antique and vintage rug auction on November 7, 2019. - October 21, 2019 - Nazmiyal Collection
Luxembourg Company Carlex Makes a Significant Contribution to the Car of the Future
Carlex Glass Luxembourg S.A. is investing in "the car of the future," having taken an active role in the proTRon EVOLUTION Project being developed by the Trier University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Trier). The automotive glass manufacturer supplied a progressively engineered... - October 21, 2019 - Carlex
Hi-Tech Machinery Inc. Appoints New Head of Sales and Marketing for Used CNC Machines
Hi-Tech Machinery Inc. is consistently looking to buy and sell used CNC machines because of their unique process in identifying great merchandise and their extensive network of contacts. That's the reason why they are expanding their team and hiring new Head of Sales and Marketing. - October 21, 2019 - Hi-Tech Machinery Inc.
Xometry Announces Another Partner Achieves $1M Revenue Milestone
Lynchburg Machining Reaches $1MM through Manufacturing Partner Network. - October 20, 2019 - Xometry
LoyaltyXpert Announces Loyalty Solutions for Tyre Manufacturers
LoyaltyXpert’s loyalty solution for tyre manufacturers helps them retain and even improve market segments in OE and aftermarket sales. - October 20, 2019 - LoyaltyXpert
International Institute for Analytics Honors Ford Motor Company with 2019 ANNY Excellence in Analytics Award
The International Institute for Analytics (IIA), the leading independent analytics and data science research and advisory firm, named Ford Motor Company the winner of the 2019 ANNY Excellence in Analytics Award at IIA’s Analytics Symposium held in Detroit. Ford Motor Company won the... - October 19, 2019 - International Institute For Analytics
Seginus Aerospace New PMA Shimmy Damper Bearing
The Shimmy Damper Bearing P/N 50-820030, is a sub-component of the Nose Gear Shimmy Damper P/N 101-820020-15, which is used with the Nose Landing Gear Assembly used on various Textron King Air Series Aircraft. - October 19, 2019 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Industrial Filtration Equipment for Adhesive Chemicals
Russell Finex filtration solution helps Lucite International Group Ltd to optimize its adhesive resins production while maintaining consistent product quality. - October 19, 2019 - Russell Finex Sieves & Filters Pvt Ltd