Press Releases by Category Industry, Real Estate & Construction
GEORG finishing lines division designs leading technology for aluminum company J …
GEORG develops cutting lines for aluminum coils up to 2,800 mm strip width: two cut-to-length lines and one slitting line
At the end of 2011 GEORG finishing lines division was assigned with the development and delivery of two cut-to-length lines and one slitting line, each with packaging line for the Russian aluminium producer Kamensk-Uralsky Metallurgical Works (KUMZ). Those lines are able to process aluminium coils with a strip width up to…
Jean Luc Cartet, Nuevo Presidente De Voltimum España
Jean Luc Cartet ha sido nombrado Presidente de Voltimum España en sustitución de Jose-Luis Riu tras dos años en la presidencia, rotativa bienalmente.
Jean Luc es CEO de Legrand Group Spain y anteriormente ha desempeñado diversos cargos directivos dentro del grupo Legrand en Francia.
«Internet es ahora más móvil que nunca y los usuarios cada vez más participativos gracias a la popularización de las tablets, los smartphones y las…
The world meets at SLM Solutions in Luebeck, Germany
SLM Solutions GmbH, manufacturer and pioneer of additive manufacturing systems in the sector of Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Vacuum Casting and Metal Part Casting invited its worldwide sales representatives to the distributor meeting in Luebeck. The company informed about the company structure as well as about the latest developments and simultaneously expanded the worldwide network of representatives.
The event has tradition. It is the fifth time that the distributor meeting…
eltromat GmbH continues to expand its international presence
Leopoldshoehe, Germany, July 16, 2012 - Effective 1 July 2012, Oliver Finkeldey was appointed to represent the eltromat office in Bangkok, Thailand. Oliver, a German national, has 20 years experience in the printing and packaging industry, including 16 years in Asia. The nomination is the next step of the eltromat strategy to increase the market presence in Asia and to expand international sales activities. In this capacity Oliver Finkeldey will…
KWG Kommunale Wohnen AG: Refinancing reduces cost of capital by EUR 0.5 mn p.a.
- Refinancing of loans in the amount of EUR 22 mn
- Reduction of annual interest expenses by EUR 0.5 mn
- Long-term duration of 10-year loans guarantees high planning reliability
Hamburg - 16 July 2012 - KWG Kommunale Wohnen AG, long-term oriented holder of German residential real estate, does not have any significant refinancing requirements until the end of 2014 after the successful refinancing of a loan in the amount of EUR…
Replacement Filter Elements for Marine Applications
In the shipping industry, low freight rates mean higher pressure on costs. Despite this, it is essential to ensure the reliability and safety of the machines and installations on board. The maintenance of engines, steering gear and loading systems, stabilisors, hatchways and slop gates is consequently vital work that must not be neglected. Walter Stauffenberg GmbH & Co. KG have been manufacturing high-quality replacement elements for filters at their plant…
Stauff ACT Clamp Also Available In the Twin Series Design
In order to complete the product portfolio and fulfil customers’ requirements, the Stauff ACT Clamp – recently awarded by the U.S. American NACE International association with a prestigious Corrosion Innovation of the Year Award – will also be available in the Twin Series design from the fourth quarter of 2012 on.
The new twin clamp allows for the simple, fast and secure fastening of two parallel running pipes with standard diameters…
Legally binding counterfeit protection for the logistics and packaging industry
Nottuln, Germany, 13 July 2012. 3S Simons Security Systems GmbH will be presenting its products and industry solutions for legally binding counterfeit protection at FachPack 2012. 3S industry solutions designed for the packaging, logistics and manufacturing sectors will take center stage at the trade show.
In Germany alone, product and brand piracy has caused economic damage of €20 to 30 billion according to information provided by the Association of German…
qSCALE I2 - a Cost-Effective Innovation for Safe Load Indication
On the basis of its platforms for controllers (cSCALE) and operating devices (vSCALE), Hirschmann Mobile Machine Control Solutions (MCS) has now taken the next essential step toward cost-effective safe load indication (SLI) solutions. The world market leader in the realm of safe load indication for telescopic and lattice-boom cranes has released the new qSCALE I2. As a result, the innovative functionality of the qSCALE SLI series for telescopic cranes is…
SGS Hosts Free Webinar on Product Environmental Profile for Electronic Products, …
Businesses are scrutinizing how decisions are made and which products are bought more than ever before in order to ensure all business aspects coordinate with the overall corporate initiatives.
Since sustainability impacts not only the environment but also the bottom line, companies are looking for products with proven performance on both ends.
SGS invites you to a complimentary webinar explaining what a Product Environmental Profile is and how using one can…
Jayne DiGiovanni-Carter Returns to RE/MAX Alliance Group in the Bradenton, Flori …
BRADENTON, FLORIDA – Jayne DiGiovanni-Carter has returned to RE/MAX Alliance Group in the Manatee Avenue Office. She has been an active Realtor specializing in residential and commercial real estate in Manatee County for the past 14 years.
Formerly of Boston, Massachusetts, DiGiovanni-Carter moved to Manatee County in 1981. Prior to obtaining her real estate license, she worked in property management for many years and was formerly co-owner of Tony…
futronic presents best result in company history
Thanks to very good order situation the company stays on course for growth and is looking for qualified specialists
Tettnang, July 13, 2012 – In the past financial year futronic GmbH achieved a sales of 8,6 million Euro. Thus the company could increase sales by 1,4 million Euro in comparison with the previous year. This corresponds to a full increase in revenue of about 19 per cent. The share of…
'Composites market to be worth $62.6bn in 2012' says visiongain report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global composites market will reach a value of $62.6bn in 2012, as different industries seek the unique performance enhancing qualities which composites possess such as cost-savings light-weight, strength, and corrosion-resistance.
The composites market is forecast by visiongain to record strong and continuous growth over the next decade, as various industries are implementing composites solutions to their products. In the emerging markets the volume of composites will…
Piling & drilling: Geotechno open day and in house exhibition
Showing STDS-Jantz innovative technologies like the new the AD2500 rotary head
Geotechno, the Belgium reseller for STDS-Jantz, were pleased to welcome many guests not only from Belgium but also The Netherlands and Luxembourg to their recent open day.
The customers and geotechnical specialists showed interest in the wide range of piling & drilling products on show and were particularly interested in the AD2500 rotary head, which was displayed together with the…
A Strong Partner to the Russian Construction Machine Industry
At the CTT in Moscow, Hirschmann Mobile Machine Control Solutions (MCS) successfully positioned itself as a reliable partner to Russian manufacturers of construction machinery. Thanks to the approval of the qSCALE system for Russian boom-type cranes, the company made many promising new contacts.
For the first time, Hirschmann MCS had its own booth at the CTT show in Moscow from May 29 to June 2, exhibiting alongside industry giants such as…
CANblue II - Extended version enables easy PC access to CAN systems via Bluetoot …
IXXAT's CANblue II is now available in an extended version. In addition to the bridge and gateway mode, the intelligent CAN/Bluetooth module comes with a new PC interface mode. The support of the Windows driver package (VCI - Virtual CAN Interface) enables easy, wireless access for PC-based applications to CAN networks. At this, both customer specific applications as well as the IXXAT analysis and configuration tools are supported. Furthermore, the…
SGS and Cameron-Cole, LLC Announce Strategic Partnership
Cameron-Cole, a nationwide leader in sustainability and environmental consulting, and SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership agreement. The partnership enables the offering of comprehensive environmental services that allow clients to know the environmental impact of their operations, product or service through the entire life cycle – from the extraction of the raw material to the manufacturing, transportation, and distribution…
Better Beer, More Beer Improved Productivity at Tsingtao Brewery
For China's largest brewer, controlling dissolved oxygen levels in beer is vital for ensuring product quality and production volume. Optical measurement technology has not only delivered excellent results, it has also reduced maintenance.
China's largest brewer
Founded in 1903 by German settlers, the Tsingtao Brewery is the largest and most prestigious of the approximately 600 breweries currently operating in China. One of Tsingtao's key production units out of its 48 facilities is…
Hirschmann MCS Presents Safe Load Indication System for Knuckle-Boom Cranes
At Ankomak in Istanbul, Hirschmann Mobile Machine Control Solutions (MCS) and its Turkish partner, Vincmak Ltd., together presented a safe load indication system that is especially well-suited for knuckle-boom cranes. Since cranes of this type are very common in Turkey, the iSCALE Control System met with great interest.
Hirschmann MCS and Vincmak Ltd. are well-known in the Turkish crane industry and enjoy a first-rate reputation. But that wasn’t the only…
For 60 years: Cables All-Round
This year Ernst & Engbring GmbH, one of the leading manufacturers of special cables, celebrates its 60th anniversary.
„The original spirit of our founders is still very much in evidence every day, because every new enquiry for a customized cable demands innovative thinking and a high level of expertise.
Only in this way can we keep our customers happy day in day out”, Michael Spicker, Director of Sales and Marketing…
KWG Kommunale Wohnen AG signs Term Sheet for an acquisition of approx. 2,900 uni …
- Largest acquisition in KWG's history expected
- Acquisition planned at 9.5x annual current Net Cold Rent
- Expected FFO-contribution for 2013e of approx. EUR 1.7 mn, expected to increase mid-term to more than EUR 3.0 mn
- Total portfolio of KWG Group increases to almost 10,000 units
Hamburg - 11 July 2012 - KWG Kommunale Wohnen AG, long-term oriented holder and operator of German residential real estate, accelerates its profitable growth. KWG signed…
New inductive, capacitive and photoelectric proximity switches
New inductive, capacitive and photoelectric proximity switches expand the wide range of GREATECS. The sensors stand out through their high protection class IP67 and are available in different materials such as plastic, aluminum, stainless steel and copper nickel. The main applications for these sensors are industrial and automation technology.
The sensors are generating a switching signal at approximation depending on the selected types which are available for several materials and several…
Servo electric or hydraulic drives for tube bending?
The right drive is not a basic question for pipe bending machines: transfluid checks requirements and offers the right solution
Which one is better for tube bending and tube forming: fully electric or hybrid solutions with pneumatic or hydraulic clamping axis? There is no general answer. The experts of transfluid sees a lot of advantages in compact and powerful hydraulic drives for tube bending and tube forming of tube diameters…
Accurate right down to the last tenth of a gram
Handtmann and Bizerba develop a new mince portioning line
Balingen 6. July 2012 – Handtmann and Bizerba have jointly developed a new mince portioning line. It comprises a vacuum filling machine, a portioning unit and a check weigher and makes it possible to reduce give-away, thanks to weight correction in real time. All mechanical and digital interfaces are optimally adapted to match one another.
"Meat and food manufacturers are facing rapid…
Bizerba's US label factory moves
Expansion of capacity due to excellent order situation
Bochum, 6.July 2012 – Bizerba labels are a real sales success in the USA! Turnover has increased rapidly in the past four years. In order to keep up with the high volume of orders, the production site was moved in March 2012: the new Bizerba factory is situated in Joppa in the state of Maryland and is twice the size of its predecessor…
Space for 3.25 billion labels
Bizerba label factory completes new warehouse in Bochum
Balingen, 6. July 2012 – After a two-year construction phase, the Bizerba label factory has received a state-of-the art warehouse in Bochum just in time for its thirtieth anniversary. The warehouse offers space for 3.25 billion labels. It is now possible for customers to print large quantities of labels under excellent conditions, and to have them stored in the new warehouse. In addition,…
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Bizerba starts a name concept for food processing machines
Balingen, 6. July 2012 – Bizerba has developed a new name concept for its food processing products and is now presenting the first names.
In future, the machines will be assigned a family name, which will help customers and the media to find their way around the product range better.
The new range of names is based on art terms that are then always…
Kitchen Cabinets Los Angeles Give Homes a Better Look
Kitchens are the focal point in a house. Many people feel that it is very important to have a kitchen that is not only comfortable but also beautiful. There is perhaps a greater need for comfort when one is designing the kitchen since a lot of cooking needs to be done in the kitchen. It is also a place for family union at meal times. Kitchens tend to store a…
'The electric power infrastructure security market will reach $3.7bn in 2012' sa …
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the electric power infrastructure security market to be worth $3.7bn in 2012, as companies and organisations across a number of sectors seek to secure their systems, networks, information and data against the dangers of cyberspace.
The electric power infrastructure security market is therefore forecast by Visiongain to record strong and continuous growth over the next decade, as the security of electric power infrastructure gains in importance against…
New Active Repeater for T24 Wireless Telemetry System Extends Range and Coverage
LCM Systems is pleased to announce the launch of the latest addition to the T24 wireless telemetry system for multiple data acquisition in real time. The T24-AR is a wireless active repeater designed to increase the range and overall coverage of the system, the major benefit being its ability to enable T24 modules to transmit around obstructions.
The T24 itself is a versatile set of products, based around proprietary acquisition…
Able Canopies Launch the New Coniston 35 Wall Mounted Canopy
5th July 2012, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex – Able Canopies, the UK's leading canopy supplier, today unveiled the all new Coniston 35 wall mounted canopy, the next generation of wall mounted canopies, which offers unique flexibility in size and design and now features a fully aluminium framework with integral guttering.
The new Coniston 35 features an entirely new design constructed completely from aluminium with no uPVC components. This development provides customers…
Achieving Quality and Compliance Excellence in Pharmaceuticals - New Book Releas …
In todays contemporary pharmaceutical industry, the focus has slowly but surely shifted from the elusive research pipeline and latest blockbuster molecules to current processes, efficiencies and manufacturing systems. A path most often taken by manufacturers today in this direction includes improving their overall quality and compliance efforts. This results in a two-pronged approach of minimizing the litigation cost and concurrently improving the overall quality of the products and efficiencies in…
ESCHA-Connectors UL-listed for the first time
Halver, 04 July 2012 – ESCHA M12x1 connection- and junction cables designated ‚base line‘ are now UL-listed. Hence, for the first time, the US-American Underwriters Laboratories (UL) have granted a Listing for connectors with cables by the German connector- and housing specialist. Previously, connectors and cables were always considered components for which a UL-Approval as Recognition was exclusively granted.
By introducing ‚base line‘ since early 2011, ESCHA has provided a…
Diagnostic Extension for IXXAT's SAE J1939 Protocol Software
Along with the extension packages for NMEA2000 and ISO15765-2, IXXAT now offers the Diagnostic Extension package according to J1939-73 to extend the functionality of the SAE J1939 protocol software.
During the development of J1939 devices, the implementation of diagnostic services becomes more and more important. Diagnostic messages provide the utility needed when the vehicle is being repaired. They are also used during vehicle operation by the networked ECUs to allow them…
Wealthy Cash Buyers Dominate Ibiza Property Market
This month saw the launch of the all-new Ibiza Sotheby’s International Realty website and, with 70% of listings priced in excess of 1.5 million euros, it captures perfectly the current trends within the White Isle’s property market.
Amanda Martí, Director of the Ibiza Sotheby’s International Realty office, comments, “Remarkably, given obvious global economic conditions, this winter was one of our busiest on record with the bulk of buyers looking for a…
Largest tobacco producer in Italy goes green with Zorg Biogas
International biogas plants construction company will supply a 999 kW el. co-generation heat power unit for “Virginia Trade,” one of the largest manufacturers of tobacco products in Italy.
Maintaining high level of vertical integration, “Virginia Trade” owns an agricultural company growing tobacco for its merchandise. Biogas for the co-generation unit will be produced from corn silage supplied by the subsidiary.
With four earlier orders from Italian companies for technical design of…
West Bromwich Engineering Company is Breaking Records
With Reuters reporting that the UK’s manufacturing sector has contracted for the second month running, West Bromwich engineering firm, Tentec, once again bucks the trend by announcing a record-breaking month for orders. In May, this innovative manufacturing company had an order intake of £1,000,000, a new record for the company. Tentec designs and manufactures bolt tightening equipment for a wide range of industries including the oil and gas, renewable…
L.I. Chapter of American Society of Safety Engineers Names Charles Keeling Safet …
On June 28, Charles Keeling, Safety Director, Gershow Recycling, was named Safety Professional of the Year by the Long Island chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (LI ASSE) during the organization’s luncheon at Danford’s Hotel & Marina in Port Jefferson.
Mr. Keeling was honored for his advocacy of safety practices in the workplace and his contributions to the organization. The LI ASSE’s Safety Professional of the Year Award is…
ima Strengthens Communication Skills with Toastmasters
Remaining committed to Client service and high communication, ima continues to develop personal speaking skills by founding an in-office chapter of Toastmasters International. Each member of ima staff is currently participating in the Toastmasters program consisting of ten different presentations, beginning with an ice breaker speech and gradually building up to the delivery of a speech intended to inspire. In presenting a wide array of speech topics and delivery styles,…
SECUDOC®: Legally binding documentation
Nottuln, Germany, 29 June 2012. The industry solution SECUDOC® by 3S enables forgery-proof documentation of entire distribution channels. Transport documents, such as delivery notes, shipping documents and papers for customs or other authorities are unambiguously identifiable as originals and can be attributed to a distinct delivery. Certificates, reports and security papers, contracts, plans, signatures and business letters as well as credit cards and ID cards can also be protected against…
MoBiTec GmbH Introduces first Secretion Vectors for the Lactococcus lactis Gene …
NIZO food research has developed the first commercially available secretion vectors for the widely used Nisin Controlled gene Expression system NICE®. The NICE® System is a Gram-positive gene expression system for Lactococcus lactis already used by many labs all around the world. The NICE System as well as the secretion vectors are marketed worldwide by Germany-based MoBiTec GmbH. With these new secretion vectors MoBiTec expands its rich portfolio of non-E.…
Synapsis INS for Jumbo Newbuilds
The German navigation system manufacturer Raytheon Anschütz has been awarded the contract for the supply of advanced Integrated Navigations Systems of their Synapsis Bridge Control series to new Heavy Lift Carriers for Dutch company Jumbo Shipping. The demanding new vessels are being built at Brodosplit shipyard in Split, Croatia.
Jumbo has ordered two Heavy Lift Carriers at Brodosplit with delivery dates in 2013, and holds an option for a third newbuild.…
SGS Provides Technical Assistance for Start-up of Compression Units in Brazil
SGS to Provide Technical Assistance at Three Sites in Brazil from May to September 2012
In April 2012, SGS was awarded a contract to provide technical assistance for the start-up of three gas compression stations in Brazil. During the contract, scheduled from May to September 2012, SGS provides technical support for the installation of eleven turbocharger compressors, located in Piúma, Aracruz and Prado, Brazil.
The Added Value of SGS Services
SGS project teams,…
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® and Luxury Portfolio International™ …
CHICAGO – (6/29/12) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® and Luxury Portfolio International™ have announced the keynote speakers for the 2012 International Symposium, being held October 22-24 in Lisbon, Portugal at the Grande Real Villia Italia Hotel & Spa.
Richard Rawlings will address participants on how to distinguish themselves through innovative marketing, publicity, prospecting and training. Named the United Kingdom’s 2012 Estate Agency Trainer of the…
ima is in ASLA - Hidden Gems of Santa Barbara Private Gardens Tour
ima staff enjoyed a gorgeous, sunny Saturday in Santa Barbara for the ASLA - Hidden Gems Santa Barbara Private Gardens Tour. The tour included four private gardens not open to the public and considered to be the Hidden Gems of Santa Barbara. Each garden has its own unique character, beauty, individual personality and good design. Attendees experienced how sustainability, good design and even chicken micro-flocks were incorporated into these exclusive…
'Petrochemicals market to be worth $609.30bn in 2012' says visiongain report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global petrochemicals market will reach a value of $609.3bn in 2012, as companies and organisations across the world continue to exploit the potential of the burgeoning Asian markets.
The petrochemicals market is expected to record steady growth over the next decade as global economic woes begin to relent. The growth of petrochemicals production will be supported by shale gas and innovation.
The Visiongain author of The Petrochemicals…
British Forklift Manufacturer Nexen Rolls Its First Forklift Off Its UK Producti …
A new page has been written in British company Nexen’s history this month, when it saw the first of its lift trucks manufactured at its European headquarters roll off it’s production line. Since the announcement that Nexen were to move their premium “X range” production from their Taiwan facility to their U.K. 5,000 sq. m (4 acre) site complete with direct quay heading Nexen has been completing final assembly…
Distron Corp of Attleboro Falls, MA Enhances Electronic Contract Manufacturing C …
As Robert Donovan, President of Distron Corporation explains, electronic contract manufacturing (ECM) has historical roots that can be traced from the point where the technology was an expensive and cumbersome luxury to the essential and world changing technology it is today. He says, “Industries everywhere take advantage of electronic contract manufacturing, and for that reason we’ve made it a point to consistently improve our capabilities.”
In August of 2011, Donovan and…
ima Participates in Design Competition in Saudi Arabia
ima joined with Bassenian Lagoni and K&A to design an exciting solution for a new sustainable workforce housing community for permanent employees of the Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of chemicals, fertilizers, plastics and metals. This community will be located in the historic Wadi Hanifa preservation area on two adjacent parcels of land: a smaller area in the lower portion of the Wadi and…
Raycap Announces Improvement in Lightning Surge Performance of its Strikesorb 40 …
June 27, 2012 Post Falls, ID USA — Raycap, a global manufacturer of electrical protection solutions today announced a performance improvement for its flagship Strikesorb 40 SPD product line. The Strikesorb 40 SPD products are engineered to protect vulnerable electronic equipment against electrical damage caused by overvoltage events and lightning strikes. The Maximum Impulse Current specification that the SPDs can withstand has been increased to 12.5kA (10/350 µs) direct…
