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AMPP Unveils New Guide to Enhance Pipeline Safety Through Corrosion Control, Aligning with Latest PHMSA Regulations
AMPP published Guide 21569-2024, by SC 15, enhancing onshore gas pipeline safety and integrity in line with PHMSA's new regulations. - April 10, 2024 - AMPP
AMPP 2024: Triumph, Innovation, and Solidarity Define the Annual Conference + Expo in New Orleans
The 2024 AMPP Conference in New Orleans highlighted achievements, resilience, and global industry unity against challenges. - April 06, 2024 - AMPP
DeVal Lifecycle Support Becomes Approved Mentor Firm in Department of Defense Mentor-Protege Program
DeVal Lifecycle Support has been approved to participate as a Mentor in the Department of Defense (DoD) Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP). With seventy years of experience manufacturing support equipment for the Department of Defense, DeVal is thrilled to help elevate and mentor other... - March 21, 2024 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
AMPP Announces Winners of the 3rd Annual Diversity and Inclusion Grants
AMPP has announced the winners of its 3rd Annual Diversity and Inclusion Grants. - February 16, 2024 - AMPP
AMPP Champions Leadership and Inclusion at 2024 Annual Conference + Expo with Valuing Voices Forum
AMPP aims to provide its members with valuable events designed to empower leaders and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace at the AMPP Annual Conference and Expo. - February 15, 2024 - AMPP
AMPP Welcomes New Board Member to Strengthen Its Commitment to the Transportation Sector
AMPP welcomes Todd Bennett to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. This addition is a key step in deepening AMPP's commitment to the transportation sector. - February 15, 2024 - AMPP
Second Anniversary of Fern Hollow Bridge Collapse Highlights Urgent Need for Corrosion Control in National Infrastructure
On January 28, 2024, the second anniversary of the Fern Hollow bridge collapse near Frick Park in Pittsburgh will be observed, a tragedy that highlighted significant vulnerabilities in America's infrastructure, particularly emphasizing the critical issue of corrosion. - January 28, 2024 - AMPP
AMPP Announces Winners of 2024 Annual Service and Technical Awards
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) revealed the 2024 awardees for its service and technical distinctions. These awards will be presented at the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo, scheduled for March 3-7, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. - January 27, 2024 - AMPP
AMPP Announces Dr. Michio Kaku as Annual Conference Keynote Speaker
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance unveils that well-known physicist Dr. Michio Kaku will be the keynote speaker for its upcoming AMPP Annual Conference + Expo. - December 10, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Launches Inaugural Giving Tuesday Campaign to Support EMERG Student Outreach Initiatives
The AMPP EMERG Student Outreach Program unveils its first Giving Tuesday Campaign on November 28, aiming to raise funds for the empowerment and support of diverse programs, including scholarships, workforce development initiatives, and educational resources. - November 24, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Revolutionizes Training with Launch of Industrial Coating Application Training Program
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the leading authority in materials protection and performance, has unveiled its innovative Industrial Coating Application (ICA) Training Program. This program is a flexible and comprehensive solution for training industrial sprayers... - October 15, 2023 - AMPP
American Standard Circuits Acquires Sunstone Circuits® and Joins Forces to Enhance Customer Value in the PCB Industry
American Standard Circuits (ASC) and Sunstone Circuits are excited to announce their merger, creating a dynamic partnership that will revolutionize the printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing landscape. This strategic alliance brings numerous advantages to customers, establishing a new standard... - July 17, 2023 - ASC Sunstone Circuits
DeVal Lifecycle Support Celebrates Manufacturing Support Equipment for the F-35 Lightning II with JPO SES Edgar Apollo and Captain Fahner
DeVal Lifecycle Support recently celebrated F-35 Day, an event held in recognition of the global support equipment work completed by the firm for the F-35 Lightning II. Endorsed by a Proclamation from the City of Philadelphia, the celebration included the attendance of strategic partners,... - June 30, 2023 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
McGeoch's Successful Participation at Combined Naval Event Showcases Expertise in Harsh Environments
McGeoch showcased expertise in harsh environments at the Combined Naval Event in Farnborough. With 1,500+ attendees from 50 nations, they highlighted bespoke electrical equipment for land, sea, and undersea applications. Their robust solutions garnered attention from international navies, solidifying their position as a trusted partner for high-quality naval solutions. - June 12, 2023 - McGeoch Technology Limited
AMPP Names Alan Thomas as Its CEO
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), a global nonprofit representing more than 32,000 members in the materials, corrosion and coatings industries, announces the selection of Alan Thomas as its new chief executive officer effective April 1. “It is an honor to... - March 02, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Spotlights Leadership Behaviors That Drive Results at the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) will host an interactive seminar and luncheon concentrated on helping attendees build strong and effective leadership teams that are better equipped to navigate the challenges of today’s rapidly changing business environment. The... - March 01, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Promotes Tim Gonzalez to Director of Corporate Outreach and Advocacy
AMPP announces the promotion of Tim Gonzalez as the Director of the association’s new Corporate Outreach and Advocacy Program. - February 24, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Welcomes New Chair of Its Board of Directors
Professor Amir Eliezer, Ph.D., is now chair of the board of directors of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), a global nonprofit representing corrosion and coatings professionals and industries in 130 countries. His term began on January 1, 2023. “It’s a... - February 07, 2023 - AMPP
AMPP Appoints New Board Member
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), a global nonprofit representing corrosion and coatings professionals and industry, announces the appointment of Steven Meyers to the board of directors. His one-year non-voting term began on January 1, 2023. “The mission of... - January 25, 2023 - AMPP
DeVal LCS Manufacturing Response to Supply Chain Crisis Reduces Navy Support Equipment Lead Times by 50%
As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted supply chains in 2020, Defense Manufacturer DeVal Lifecycle Support launched a strategic initiative to improve its internal processes in anticipation of supply chain disruptions. While analyzing data on legacy manufactured items, the company discovered that it... - January 04, 2023 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
Boat People Music Announces Their New Music Release in Mid-December
Boat People Music .com is pleased to announce the release of their new single, "Sail Back To Chicago." Presales will be released on 19 December 2022. Full release on the 4 January 2023. The genre of the music creation is Pop and Rock. Cap'n Mappy is a writer, composer, lyricist, and... - December 15, 2022 - Boat People Music, llc
High-Level Academic and Government Speakers to Present at Military Event in Alexandria, VA
Are you currently an OR Analyst in the field looking to increase your knowledge in leading-edge approaches, methods, and techniques? You do not want to miss the opportunity to participate in this one-of-a-kind Forum highlighting emerging techniques in OR. If you would like to present at the MORS... - August 26, 2022 - MORS
Deval Lifecycle Support Supports the Warfighter as Trusted OEM of the MHU-191 A/MMunitions Transporter for the Department of Defense
The MHU-191 is a common armament support equipment transporter used by both the U.S. Airforce and Navy, the MHU-191 was designed to easily transport munitions storage spaces through small, narrow spaces to aircraft on flight decks. The MHU-191 is used so frequently that the majority of land and sea... - May 05, 2022 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
Foam Filled Tires Developed by Deval Lifecycle Support to Eliminate Time Consuming Costly Repairs for Air Filled Tires
What's the matter with air? Traditional air filled tires are subject to countless problems, such as punctures, blowouts, and pressure changes due to temperature and load. DeVal Lifecycle Support has developed a unique compound of elastomeric foam— a flexible foam known for its resiliency,... - March 31, 2022 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
Newtec Reps Announces Alta Data Technologies Rugged, In-Line ARINC Ethernet Converter
Alta Data Technologies (Alta) has released an innovative Ethernet ARINC- 429 product built directly in-line to a small, rugged cable assembly - October 10, 2021 - NewTec Reps
NewTec Reps Announces Alta Data Technologies New Mil Std 1553 NLINE-T1553
MIL-STD-1553 Thunderbolt interface appliance: NLINE-T1553. The product embeds the industry leading MIL-STD-1553 protocol engine, AltaCore™ directly into the Thunderbolt cable assembly. - October 02, 2021 - NewTec Reps
NAG Marine Celebrates Ceremonial First Cut of Steel for the Aircraft Carrier Doris Miller (CVN 81)
Local company, NAG Marine, celebrated today the ceremonial first cut of steel for the newest nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, Doris Miller (CVN 81). The ceremonial cut took place at Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia, the location of the ship’s construction, but parts of the ship are... - August 28, 2021 - NAG Marine
Deval Lifecycle Support Named a Top Aerospace Manufacturing Service Company in 2021
DeVal Lifecycle Support has been named one of the Top Aerospace Manufacturing Service Companies in 2021. Located in the historic manufacturing city of brotherly love, DeVal Lifecycle Support, an original equipment manufacturer of ground and armament support equipment for the military, is truly an... - April 28, 2021 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
DeVal Lifecycle Support Announces Annual Recertification as Certified SBA HUBZone Firm
DeVal Lifecycle Support is proud to announce it's annual recertification as an SBA HUBZone firm. The primary objective of the HUBZone program is to create jobs and increase capital investment in distressed communities with low income, high poverty, or high levels of unemployment. To qualify for... - April 28, 2021 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
NAG Marine Partners with DASPOS International Inc. to Provide Cutting Edge Fire Prevention Technology
NAG Marine, Norfolk, Virginia, has partnered with DASPOS International Inc. in its mission to prevent engine room fires before they occur and bring ships and people back to port safely. NAG Marine will provide the DASPOS Fire Prevention System including the LAS -10 Detector and H-18 Hot Box Detector to the US Marine Market with a primary focus on ships of the US NAVY, Military Sealift Command, and US ARMY. - March 24, 2021 - NAG Marine
NAG Marine Successfully Begins Installation of New Oil Content Monitoring Technology Onboard Offshore and US NAVY Support Vessels
NAG Marine’s innovative oil spill prevention technology has taken another step into the future. To date, units have been successfully installed on a variety of drilling rigs/platforms, offshore support vessels and US Navy Support vessels replacing all on board units including light-scatter devices. - November 05, 2020 - NAG Marine
The Philadelphia Inquirer Names DeVal Lifecycle Support a Winner of the Philadelphia Top Workplaces 2020 Award
DeVal Lifecycle Support has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2020 honor by The Philadelphia Inquirer. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 drivers of engaged cultures that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few. - March 25, 2020 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
DeVal Lifecycle Support Now SBA Certified HUBZone Firm
DeVal Lifecycle Support, an original equipment manufacturer of armament support located in Philadelphia, PA, has announced today that it has been certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to participate in the Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program as a SBA Certified HUBZone Firm. - March 21, 2020 - DeVal Lifecycle Support
Rhoads Awarded $2 Million from RACP for Phase II of Navy Yard’s Building 57 Project
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, was awarded $2 million to aid in the second phase of the reconstruction project at their Building 57 Philadelphia Navy Yard headquarters. - October 09, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Makes Personnel & Use Plans for Recently Acquired Building 68
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, has announced its plans for Building 68, the location of the Company’s new training facility. These plans include the hiring of more... - October 06, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Awarded 5-Year Contract with Philadelphia’s Naval Surface Warfare Center
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, was awarded a five-year contract with the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia. Rhoads Industries, Inc. was awarded a five-year... - October 06, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Announces Start of 4-Year Welding Apprenticeship Program
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, has announced the registration approval of its new Welding Apprenticeship Program, with classes beginning in September 2018. Rhoads... - October 06, 2018 - Rhoads
Chelsea Clock Celebrates National Clock Month with 31-Day Contest; America’s Oldest Clock Maker Invites Owners to Share Their Photos
October is National Clock Month and Chelsea Clock is celebrating by inviting friends to post pictures of themselves with their favorite Chelsea and become eligible to win an authentic Chelsea timepiece. - September 25, 2018 - Chelsea Clock
Norman Filter Company Receives Certification Under the AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 Requirements
Norman Filter Company (NFC), a manufacturer of high-end Aerospace and Defense filtrations, proudly announces that they have been certified under AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 as of August 6, 2018. Norman Filters previously earned certification under AS9100C with ISO 9001:2008 in 2015 and has been... - August 29, 2018 - Norman Filter Company
W&O Expands Into Asia Pacific Region by Opening a New Office in Singapore
W&O, a global marine distributor of pipes, valves, fittings, and other engineered solutions, opens 18th branch in Singapore. - July 13, 2018 - W&O Supply
Rhoads Awarded Contract with the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, was awarded a contract with The Naval Surface Warfare Center in Philadelphia. This indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract... - June 20, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Awarded $31 Million Contract to Support the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, was awarded a $31,245,989 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program. Rhoads will perform... - June 20, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Awarded $8.7 Million Modification to Naval Nuclear Propulsion Components Contract
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, was awarded an $8,718,382 firm-fixed-price modification to a prior contract for Naval Nuclear Propulsion components. Rhoads will perform... - June 20, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Passes AISC Fabricator and Erector Certification Audit
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, announced it has passed the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Fabricator and Erector audit. AISC Certification Programs... - May 02, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Awarded $3 Million from RACP for Navy Yard’s Building 57 Reconstruction Project
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, was awarded a $3 million grant to aid in a reconstruction project at Building 57, their headquarters at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Rhoads... - January 31, 2018 - Rhoads
Rhoads Completes Phase I of Navy Yard’s Building 57 Reconstruction Project
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation, maintenance services and facilities, announced the completion of Phase I of their multimillion-dollar reconstruction project at Building 57, their headquarters at the... - December 07, 2017 - Rhoads
Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Awards NAG Marine 5-Year, $33 Million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract for Supplies
NAG Marine, Norfolk, VA, awarded 5-year contract in support of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). - November 10, 2017 - NAG Marine
The GBS Group Awarded for Veteran Career Development
Virginia Beach company is awarded for the career development of Virginia's military veterans. - October 14, 2017 - The GBS Group
Rhoads Passes ISO 9001:2015 Audit with No Corrective Actions
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, announced it has passed the International Organization for Standardization (ISO): 9001:2015 audit with no corrective actions. ISO is the... - June 16, 2017 - Rhoads
Rhoads Industries Introduces New Corporate Brand and State-of-the-Art Website
Rhoads Industries, Inc. (Rhoads), a strategic partner and total solution provider of industrial fabrication, installation and maintenance services and facilities, today formally introduced its new corporate brand and website to the public. The rebrand and new website, RhoadsInc.com, will position... - May 18, 2017 - Rhoads