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Ballistic Recovery Systems Files Q1/Q2 FY08 Financials

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:34:20 GMT

Business Wire - Ballistic Recovery Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:BRSI), a manufacturer of whole-airplane emergency parachute systems and a leader in the safety apparel industry, announced today the Company has filed its 1st and 2nd Quarter FY08 10QSB financial statements.

Dassault Systemes and Sogeti Group Sign Industry Solution Alliance

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 21:31:23 GMT

Business Wire - Dassault Systèmes (DS) (Nasdaq: DASTY; Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, and Sogeti Group, a member of the Capgemini Group, today announced that they have signed an industry solution alliance.

Electronic Design Community Gathered in Anaheim for 45th Design Automation Conference (DAC)

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:30:31 GMT

Business Wire - The 45th Design Automation Conference (DAC), the electronic design automation (EDA) industry’s premier event, attracted 7,770 designers, researchers, developers, academics, and executives in EDA, chip, and electronics companies to the Anaheim Convention Center June 8 – 13.

'Green' Power Provides Electricity to Caterpillar's Northern Ireland Facilities

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:16:44 GMT

PRNewswire - In support of strategic initiatives to use alternative or renewable sources to meet 20 percent of its energy needs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from existing facilities by 25 percent by 2020, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) recently transitioned the power for its Northern Ireland facilities to "green" electricity.

New Heavy-Duty By-Pass Filter System Expands Market for AMSOIL

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:05:16 GMT

Business Wire - AMSOIL INC. has introduced a new heavy duty By-Pass Filter and mounting kit for the trucking and off-road markets.

Modine Shifting Production to Harrodsburg Plant as Manufacturing Realignment Continues

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:49:21 GMT

Business Wire - Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE:MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, will be transferring additional production to its plant here from its Camdenton, Missouri, facility, one of those U.S.-based operations the company intends to close over an 18- to 24-month period.

A Review of Key Research in Understanding and Preventing Delamination of Composites

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:04:01 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/0ffe72/delamination_behav) has announced the addition of the "Delamination Behaviour of Composites" report to their offering.

CEIViz '08 Speaker List Announced

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:00:18 GMT

Business Wire - CEI announces the training and technical program for CEIViz ‘08, the second international conference for high-performance visualization.

PureDepth, Inc. Announces 2008 Annual Meeting of Stockholders

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:30:25 GMT

Business Wire - PureDepth, Inc., (OTC:PDEP) a global leader in next-generation display technologies and the pioneer of Multi-Layer Display (MLDTM) technology, today announced that it will hold an annual meeting of the stockholders and at the conclusion of the annual meeting provide a general business update on Monday, July 7, 2008, at 2:00 p.m.

RFM to Present at Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:03:56 GMT

Business Wire - RF Monolithics, Inc. (NASDAQ:RFMI) (RFM) a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of wireless solutions will be presenting at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference on Wednesday, July 9, 2008.

Winpak Announces the Acquisition of Walsroder Packaging LLC, a Subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:29:29 GMT

Marketwire - Winpak (TSX:WPK) is pleased to announce that it has concluded an agreement, effective June 30, 2008, whereby Winpak will acquire the film packaging business of Walsroder Packaging LLC, a subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company.

Dover Corporation Focuses on Chief Executive Officer Selection

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:15:18 GMT

PRNewswire - Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV) confirmed today that it has retained Heidrick & Struggles to assist in the selection process for Dover's next Chief Executive Officer.

TFN Media Selects Enablence Technologies for FTTB Deployment in All its Service Areas in Taiwan

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:59:59 GMT

Marketwire - Enablence Technologies (TSX VENTURE:ENA), ("Enablence" or the "Corporation") a leading supplier of fiber-to-the-premises (FTTP) equipment for triple-play residential and business services, announced today the selection by TFN Media of Enablence's Trident7(TM) Universal Access Platform for its new fiber-to-the-business (FTTB) networks in all CATV service areas in Taiwan.

Mattson Joins Big Three Silicon Valley Semiconductor Capital Equipment Suppliers - Purchases Sela Failure Analysis System

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:43:45 GMT

Business Wire - Mattson Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:MTSN) has purchased a Sela MC600i failure analysis tool and now joins the big three Silicon Valley front-end-of-line semiconductor equipment suppliers as an owner of the unique SEM sample preparation tool.

ARA Safety Inc.: Home in Prominent Shelter Island, New York Ablaze; Saved by the FIT-5 Fire Fighting Device

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:27:34 GMT

Marketwire - ARA Safety Inc. -

Continental Engines Acquires Highway Equipment & Supply Company

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:25:17 GMT

Business Wire - Continental Engines, specializing in the sales and service of emergency generators and industrial gas and diesel engines, announced today their acquisition of Highway Equipment & Supply Company.

MapleSim, the Next Generation Tool for Modeling and Simulation: a Landmark Release for Engineering Design

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:11:20 GMT

Business Wire - Maplesoft™, the leading provider of high-performance software tools for engineering, science, and mathematics, today announced the release of the pilot version of a revolutionary tool that is expected to set new standards in the modeling and simulation industry.

Amphenol?s Reverse Bayonet GT Connectors with Array of Features Ideal for Rugged Applications

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:44:11 GMT

PRNewswire - Amphenol Industrial, a global leader in interconnect systems, introduces the Amphe-Power GT connector series, a 5015-style, reverse bayonet coupling connector with audible, tactile and visual indication of a full attachment.

Intelligent Devices has Provided the South Dakota Department of Transportation with Mobile Data Collection Systems, a Touch Screen Device Using a Naga

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:21:02 GMT

Business Wire - Nagasaki IPC announced that they have provided Intelligent Devices with over 100 touch screen units for Intelligent Devices’ Mobile Data Collection System (MDC) for the State of South Dakota’s MDC snow plow pilot project.

URMC and Power Line Systems Team to Integrate URMC's Intelligence-based, Risk Management Solution with PLS-CADD

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:03:45 GMT

Business Wire - URMC announced today that it has entered into a teaming agreement with Power Line Systems Inc. (PLSi) to integrate URMC’s intelligence-based, risk management solution with PLSi’s powerful PLS-CADD platform.

HLS Systems International Elects Two New Independent Directors and Announces Corporate Changes

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:20:40 GMT

Business Wire - HLS Systems International, Ltd. (OTCBB: HLSYF) (“HLS” or the “Company”), a leading provider of industrial automation and control systems for the industrial, rail and nuclear power sectors in the People’s Republic of China, today announced that it has elected two new directors, Mr.

Closure Systems International mini(TM) Closures Selected by Major German Brewer

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:06:45 GMT

Business Wire - Designed to deliver reduced packaging material while enhancing brand imagery and ease of opening, Closure Systems International’s new MB-Lok mini™ beer closures have been selected by Frankfurter Brauhaus for their next generation PET beer packaging.

Astronics Corporation to Present at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:04:22 GMT

Business Wire - Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO), a trusted leader in innovative, high performance lighting, power generation, control and distribution systems for the global aerospace industry, today announced that Peter J. Gundermann, President & Chief Executive Officer, will present at the Collins Stewart Fourth Annual Growth Conference at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in New York City on Wednesday, July 9, 2008.

BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin Team to Offer U.S. Navy 5-Inch Precision Guided Munitions

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:01:22 GMT

Business Wire - BAE Systems and Lockheed Martin are teaming to develop long-range guided munitions for the U.S.

Colfax Corporation Added to Russell 2000(R) Index

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:53:23 GMT

PRNewswire - -- Colfax Corporation (NYSE: CFX), a global leader in engineered fluid handling products and systems, today announced that it was added to the Russell 2000(R) Index after the markets closed on June 27, 2008 as Russell reconstituted its comprehensive family of global indexes.

Growth Opportunities for SMT Equipment Manufacturers in the North American Medical Device Industry

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:13:43 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/d588f5/growth_opportuniti) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Growth Opportunities for SMT Equipment Manufacturers in the North American Medical Device Industry" to their offering.

BAE Systems Receives $226 Million for MRAP Upgrade Order

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:12:32 GMT

Business Wire - BAE Systems has received four delivery orders totaling $226 million from the U.S. Marine...

Neah Power Systems Retains Jesup & Lamont as Investment Banker

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:06:27 GMT

Business Wire - Neah Power Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: NPWS), a leading developer of fuel cells for military applications and portable electronic devices, announced today that it engaged Jesup & Lamont Securities Corporation (‘Jesup & Lamont’) as its investment banker.

Dresser-Rand Completes the Acquisition of Peter Brotherhood Assets

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:01:49 GMT

PRNewswire - Dresser-Rand Group Inc. ("Dresser-Rand" or the "Company") (NYSE: DRC), a global supplier of rotating equipment, announced today that its UK subsidiary, Dresser-Rand Company Ltd., has completed the acquisition of certain assets of Peter Brotherhood Ltd.

Research and Markets: Introducing Revit Architecture 2009 is the Perfect Resource for Novice-to-Intermediate Professionals and Students in the Archite

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:38:59 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/870e73/introducing_revit) has announced the addition of the "Introducing Revit Architecture 2009" report to their offering.

CVD Equipment Corporation Announces $4.9 Million of New Orders

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:27:46 GMT

Business Wire - CVD Equipment Corporation (Nasdaq: CVV) today announced that new orders for the three month period ending June 30, 2008 were $4.9 million.

Dover Corporation Names Raymond Hoglund President of Its Engineered Systems Segment

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:01:49 GMT

PRNewswire - Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV) announced today that Raymond Hoglund, 57, has been promoted to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of its Engineered Systems segment, effective immediately.

Libbey Inc. Announces Price Increases to Help Mitigate Rapidly Escalating Energy Costs

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:00:13 GMT

PRNewswire - Libbey Inc. (NYSE: LBY) has announced price increases affecting its North American market and selected International markets.

USDC and Applied Materials Collaborate to Develop Advanced Films for Next Generation Display Products

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:31:43 GMT

Business Wire - The U.S. Display Consortium (USDC), a public/private partnership chartered with developing...

Tractor Supply Company to Participate in Oppenheimer & Co. Conference

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:30:11 GMT

PRNewswire - Tractor Supply Company (Nasdaq: TSCO), the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in the United States, today announced its participation in Oppenheimer's 8th Annual Consumer Growth Conference.

Life Safety Product Company SentryLight Announces Patents for Breakthrough Design; Shares Trade on Frankfurt/Xetra Exchange (3SL)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:24:24 GMT

Business Wire - SentryLight Inc. (OTC Frankfurt/Xetra: 3SL) publicly announced that its innovative products received patent approval from the U.S.

American Israeli Paper Mills Ltd: Negotiation for the Acquisition of Holdings in an Affiliated Company

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:21:51 GMT

PRNewswire - American Israeli Paper Mills Ltd. (AMEX:AIP) [AIPM] announced that it is in negotiation to acquire the holdings of the main shareholder in Carmel Containers Systems ("Carmel").

Carrier Corp. and Midea Electric to Form Manufacturing Joint Venture in China

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 08:00:23 GMT

PRNewswire - Carrier Corp., a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), and Guangdong Midea Electric Appliances Co., Ltd (Shenzhen Stock Exchange. 000527), a unit of the Midea Group, have signed an agreement to form an air-conditioning manufacturing joint venture, Foshan Midea Carrier Air Conditioning Equipment Co., Ltd, in Shunde, China.

Customized Test Solutions to Drive MEMS Test Equipment Market

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:01:31 GMT

Business Wire - Frost & Sullivan will host a free telephone and web briefing on Wednesday, 9 July 2008 at 16.00 BST to provide industry participants with an overview of the study focusing on MEMS Test Equipment market.

Stephen Diehl Named President and CEO of Surfware, Inc.

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:52:48 GMT

PRNewswire - Stephen A. Diehl has been named President and CEO of Surfware, Inc., developer of SURFCAM(R) CAD/CAM...

Navistar's Mexico Subsidiary Signs Agreement with CNR to Offer Qualcomm Mobile Information System

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:56:31 GMT

Business Wire - Responding to the growing demand for telematics solutions in Mexico, affiliates of leading truck maker Navistar and innovative telecommunications leader Qualcomm are collaborating to expand the availability of mobile communications systems designed to improve the efficiency of commercial freight haulers.

International Wire Completes the Acquisition of the U.S. Operations of Global Wire Inc. and Equipment Owned by an Affiliate

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:51:14 GMT

Business Wire - International Wire Group, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: ITWG) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the U.S. assets and operations of Global Wire Inc. (“Global Wire”) and certain equipment owned by an affiliated company pursuant to an asset purchase agreement dated June 3, 2008.

TriMas Announces Brian McGuire as President of Monogram Aerospace Fasteners; Jerad Van Auken Promoted to President of Norris Cylinder

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:22:17 GMT

PRNewswire - TriMas Corporation (NYSE: TRS) -- a diversified growth company of specialty niche businesses -- today announced that Brian McGuire has been appointed President of Monogram Aerospace Fasteners, effective immediately.

Flow International Schedules Fourth Quarter 2008 Results Conference Call

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:29:57 GMT

PRNewswire - Flow International Corporation (Nasdaq: FLOW), the world's leading developer and manufacturer of industrial waterjet machines for cutting and cleaning applications, plans to hold a conference call to discuss the results of its 2008 fourth fiscal quarter on Wednesday, July 9 at 11:00 a.m.

DSPCon Launches New Series of Flight-Capable, Wideband Data Recorders For Demanding ELINT and COMINT Applications

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:20:46 GMT

Business Wire - In response to customer demands for a small yet powerful, flight-capable data acquisition system with large storage capacities, DSPCon, Inc., a leading, global supplier of dynamic data acquisition, analysis, archiving and recording solutions for high-value military, aerospace and rotating machinery applications, has launched the BroadFlex-3800TM series of ELINT and COMINT data recorders.

MWH Provides Engineering Services for Hydropower Project in Uganda

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:49:20 GMT

Business Wire - MWH, a global provider of environmental engineering, strategic consulting and construction management services, today announced it has been selected to provide engineering services for the 250 Megawatt (MW) Bujagali Hydroelectric Power Project on the Victoria Nile River in Uganda.

New FARO Gage Online Video Showcases QC Technology

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:34:06 GMT

PRNewswire - FARO Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO) the world leader in portable computer-aided measurement hardware and software, announced today that it released an online video demonstration of its highest-accuracy device, the FARO Gage-PLUS.

Pilgrim Software Introduces SmartEngineer(TM)

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:17:43 GMT

Business Wire - Pilgrim Software, Inc., a world-leading provider of Enterprise Compliance and Quality Management (ECQM) software solutions, today announced the availability of its SmartEngineer™ technology, an optional solution designed to integrate Engineering with Quality, Change Management and Compliance.

Hot Enough for You? Florida Warehouse Beats the Heat and Humidity

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:16:06 GMT

PRNewswire - Tri-States Automotive Warehouse owner Walter Spence no longer has to worry about significant downtime and expense to train new warehouse workers at his 100,000 sq. ft. facility in Marianna.

Stanley Works To Broadcast Second Quarter Conference Call Live Over the Internet

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:10:55 GMT

PRNewswire - The Stanley Works (NYSE: SWK) will broadcast its second quarter earnings conference call live via the Internet on Tuesday, July 22, 2008.

New Report 'Global Market Review of Exhaust Systems - Forecasts to 2014 (Fourth Edition)' Investigate the Latest Trends and Technologies in the Sector

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:04:45 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/5355ed/global_market_revi) has announced the addition of the "Global Market Review of Exhaust Systems – Forecasts to 2014 (Fourth Edition)" report to their offering.

Florida's Turnpike Enterprise Adopts TransCore's eGo Plus RFID Sticker Technology for Statewide SunPass Electronic Toll Collection System, Orders 1.5

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:01:04 GMT

Business Wire - Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE), which manages the statewide SunPass system used on 460 miles of Florida’s toll highways, selects TransCore’s eGo® Plus radio frequency identification (RFID) sticker tag to upgrade its current technology that has been in use since the late 1990s.

Unisource Announces New Stretch Film Wrapper Equipment Program Featuring Private Brand Machine

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:00:35 GMT

PRNewswire - Unisource Worldwide, Inc., one of the leading distributors of paper, packaging and facility supplies in North America, today announced a new stretch film wrapper equipment program featuring three outstanding lines of equipment with nationwide availability.

Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association Releases First Environmental Impact Study for Manufacture of Plastic Plumbing Pipe

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:14:47 GMT

Business Wire - The Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association (PPFA) is releasing North America’s first Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) for the manufacture of plastic plumbing pipe.

Dover Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Release Date, Conference Call, and Webcast

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:13:18 GMT

PRNewswire - Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV) announced today that it will release second quarter 2008 earnings at 6:00 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, July 23, 2008.