http://www.metal-powder.net/ Copyright Elsevier Ltd Intuitiv Ltd (www.intuitiv.net) Thu, 17 May 2012 13:44:05 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/ http://www.metal-powder.net/_common/img/template/metal-powder/site-logo.gif http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25838/gtso-delves-into-tungsten-in-canada/ GTSO Resources, a company which explores rare earth minerals and precious metals production around the world is currently in Vancouver, British Columbia, to discuss potential deals, partnerships and joint ventures with tungsten miners and operating companies. Thu, 17 May 2012 10:17:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25838/gtso-delves-into-tungsten-in-canada/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25813/na-had-8-share-in-iron-ore-in-2010/ A report from GBI Research says that at the end of 2010, North American region contributed around 13.2 billion metric tons towards global iron ore reserves, accounting for an 8% share of total global reserves. Wed, 16 May 2012 14:24:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25813/na-had-8-share-in-iron-ore-in-2010/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25811/arkema-at-2012-american-coatings-show/ Arkema increased its presence at American Coatings Show 2012, which took place in May in Indianapolis, USA, following its acquisition of the Cook Composites and Polymers, and Sartomer coatings businesses from Total in 2011. Wed, 16 May 2012 14:22:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25811/arkema-at-2012-american-coatings-show/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25810/garner-installs-new-component-measuring-machine/ Garner, a manufacturer of high performance alloys such as hastelloy, inconel and titanium for the aerospace, automotive, instrumentation and the oil and gas industries has bought and installeda new Zeiss Contura G2 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). Wed, 16 May 2012 14:19:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25810/garner-installs-new-component-measuring-machine/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25809/global-aluminium-market-to-reach-71-2-million-tons-by-2018/ The global market for aluminium is forecast to reach 71.2 million tons by the year 2018, says a new report from Global Industry Analysts, Inc (GIA). Wed, 16 May 2012 14:16:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25809/global-aluminium-market-to-reach-71-2-million-tons-by-2018/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25755/additive-manufacturing-makes-electric-guitars/ A New Zealand professor has made electric guitars via additive manufacturing (AM). Tue, 15 May 2012 20:46:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25755/additive-manufacturing-makes-electric-guitars/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25756/dissecting-scissors-with-hardmetal-and-ceramic-coated-blades/ Surgical instrument provider Roboz is now offering new dissecting scissors with tungsten carbide and ceramic-coated blades, which, at 15 mm, are the smallest on the market. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:50:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25756/dissecting-scissors-with-hardmetal-and-ceramic-coated-blades/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25754/international-outlook-on-2012-shanghai-pm-show/ The 2012 Shanghai PM Expo, which was sponsored by Höganäs, reflected the international nature of the industry, as well as the growing Chinese market share. Mon, 14 May 2012 20:43:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25754/international-outlook-on-2012-shanghai-pm-show/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25665/itsci-minerals-due-diligence-programme-announces-first-33-full-members/ iTSCi, a joint industry programme of traceability and due diligence designed to address concerns over 'conflict minerals' from central Africa, has accepted the first 33 companies as full members. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:39:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25665/itsci-minerals-due-diligence-programme-announces-first-33-full-members/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25637/successful-completion-of-plansee-sofc20-test/ Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems (IKTS), PLANSEE SE, AVL List GmbH, SCHOTT AG and the Jülich Research Center have successfully completed a SOFC20 test during the work to manufacture a natural gas-fired, stationary system demonstrator. Wed, 09 May 2012 11:24:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25637/successful-completion-of-plansee-sofc20-test/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25636/dynamet-supplies-titanium-alloys-to-boeing/ Dynamet Technology, Inc has received qualification approval from Boeing for the supply of Ti-6Al-4V alloy products for structural components on commercial aircraft. Wed, 09 May 2012 11:23:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25636/dynamet-supplies-titanium-alloys-to-boeing/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25638/rex-hmc-spindle-designed-for-hardmetal-machining/ International machine tool specialist Mag has developed a high-torque T-Rex spindle available on four-axis 1250/1600 HMCs for the machining of hardmetal. Tue, 08 May 2012 11:25:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25638/rex-hmc-spindle-designed-for-hardmetal-machining/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25634/bodycote-opens-surface-technology-facility-in-texas/ Bodycote plans to open a new surface technology plant in Houston, Texas, USA. Tue, 08 May 2012 11:22:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25634/bodycote-opens-surface-technology-facility-in-texas/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25517/advance-auto-parts-launches-platinum-ceramic-brake-pads/ Advance Auto Parts has launched a new line of platinum ceramic brake pads, Wearever Platinum, said to deliver a quieter stop and better stopping power than other leading brands. Thu, 03 May 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25517/advance-auto-parts-launches-platinum-ceramic-brake-pads/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25484/surmets-optical-ceramic-to-be-developed-under-darpa-award/ A team led by Surmet has won a Phase II Award from the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop optical ceramic manufacturable graded refractive index (M-GRIN) lenses. Wed, 02 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25484/surmets-optical-ceramic-to-be-developed-under-darpa-award/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25483/plc-buys-wisconsin-oven/ France's PLC Holding has acquired the American manufacturer of industrial ovens for the aerospace, automotive, composite and finishing industries, Wisconsin Oven Corporation, for an undisclosed sum. Wed, 02 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25483/plc-buys-wisconsin-oven/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25463/carpenter-benefits-from-latrobe-acquisition-in-q3-2012/ Carpenter Technology Corporation saw a 15% increase in its net income to US$33 million in the third quarter (Q3) of 2011/12, as net sales reached US$539.9m, up 16%. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25463/carpenter-benefits-from-latrobe-acquisition-in-q3-2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25461/ceradyne-profit-tumbles-in-q1-2012/ Ceradyne saw a near wipe-out of its net income with a fall of 84% to US$3.8 million in the first quarter (Q1) of 2012 as the company was hit by a sharp decline in solar photovoltaic (PV) crucible shipments in a tough global solar PV market. Tue, 01 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25461/ceradyne-profit-tumbles-in-q1-2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25433/kennametal-sees-16-jump-in-q3-profits/ Kennametal has reported a net income of US$75.5 million, up 16%, in the third quarter (Q3) ended 31. March 2012, benefiting from increased sales and the Deloro Stellite acquisition. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:10:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25433/kennametal-sees-16-jump-in-q3-profits/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25430/siemens-buys-furnace-company-fce/ Siemens Industry is buying furnace company FCE LLC headquartered in Huntingdon Valley, PA, USA, for an undisclosed sum. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25430/siemens-buys-furnace-company-fce/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25402/ati-supplies-ge-aviation-with-its-rene-65-alloy/ Allegheny Technologies Incorporated (ATI) will supply GE Aviation with its nickel-based Rene 65 Alloy under a long-term sourcing agreement. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25402/ati-supplies-ge-aviation-with-its-rene-65-alloy/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25401/h-gan-s-profit-down-2-in-q1-2012/ Höganäs has reported a 2% decline in its income after tax to SEK203 million in the first quarter (Q1) 2012, being hit by a 3% fall in sales volumes and currency impacts. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25401/h-gan-s-profit-down-2-in-q1-2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25372/mpif-offers-basic-powder-metallurgy-short-course/ MPIF is offering its basic powder metallurgy (PM) short course on 23-25 July 2012 in Pennsylvania, USA. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25372/mpif-offers-basic-powder-metallurgy-short-course/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25371/federal-mogul-profit-down-37-in-q1-2012/ Federal-Mogul Corporation has seen a 37% decline in its first quarter (Q1) net income to US$32 million as investment in technology development and sales growth increase 30%. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25371/federal-mogul-profit-down-37-in-q1-2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25333/pti-achieves-further-aerospace-and-defence-certification/ Polymer Technologies Inc (PTI) has completed its certification audit to AS9100 Revision C with zero reported findings. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25333/pti-achieves-further-aerospace-and-defence-certification/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25332/north-american-tungsten-produces-72-000-mtu-in-q2/ North American Tungsten Ltd says it has produced 72,000 metric tonne units (mtu) of tungsten in the second quarter (Q2) of 2012, bringing first half production to 149,000 mtu. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25332/north-american-tungsten-produces-72-000-mtu-in-q2/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25304/european-passenger-car-registrations-down-7-7-in-q1/ The registration of new passenger cars in the EU fell 7.7% to just over 3.3 million in the first quarter (Q1) of 2012 compared to the same period last year, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA). Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25304/european-passenger-car-registrations-down-7-7-in-q1/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25303/wolf-signs-offtake-deal-for-uk-tungsten-mine/ Wolf Minerals Ltd has signed a non-binding heads of terms for tungsten offtake and a £20 million loan facility with Wolfram Bergbau und Hutten AG (WBH) of Austria and Global Tungsten & Powders Corp (GTP) of Pennsylvania, USA, for the Hemerdon tungsten mine in Devon, UK. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25303/wolf-signs-offtake-deal-for-uk-tungsten-mine/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25279/fundamentals-of-titanium-workshops-continue/ The International Titanium Association (ITA), says it will sponsor its Fundamentals of Titanium workshops in Rosemont, IL; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA and Houston, TX, USA, in the coming months. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25279/fundamentals-of-titanium-workshops-continue/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25278/sms-meer-opens-japanese-subsidiary/ SMS Meer, which produces machinery and plants for steel, copper and aluminium forming, has opened a subsidiary in Japan. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25278/sms-meer-opens-japanese-subsidiary/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25251/hitachi-ditches-rare-earth-metals-in-11-kw-permanent-magnet-motor/ Hitachi Ltd has developed a 11 kW permanent magnet synchronous motor together with Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co Ltd without using rare-earth metals such as neodymium and dysprosium, rather using an iron-based amorphous metal. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25251/hitachi-ditches-rare-earth-metals-in-11-kw-permanent-magnet-motor/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25250/gkn-sees-growth-across-all-segments-in-q1/ GKN has recorded a 17% increase in its first quarter (Q1) sales to to £1742 million, bringing pre-tax profit to £125m, also up 17%, as the company benefits from improved market conditions and strong performance from its 2011 acquisitions. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25250/gkn-sees-growth-across-all-segments-in-q1/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25230/global-powder-metallurgy-industry-sees-resurgence/ There is a resurgence in the global powder metallurgy industry with Asia rising as the leading manufacturing region region, according to the report Powder Metallurgy – A Global Market Review by former Executive Director of the European Powder Metallurgy Association (EPMA), Bernard Williams. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25230/global-powder-metallurgy-industry-sees-resurgence/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25228/heraeus-buys-swedish-biomain/ Precious metals and technology group Heraeus's Dental business has bought Biomain AB to strengthen its presence in the northern European dental CAD/CAM market and extends its patent and product portfolio in digital implant prosthetics. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25228/heraeus-buys-swedish-biomain/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25227/hunter-chemical-hires-quality-manager/ Hunter Chemical LLC has hired Michael Aragon as its new Quality Manager to assure that all manufacturing and service related processes are properly followed and documented. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:35:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25227/hunter-chemical-hires-quality-manager/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25226/new-mim-materials-standard/ MPIF has released a new metal injection moulding (MIM) standardised material designation code, information, and property data as an addendum to the 2007 edition of MPIF Standard 35, Materials Standards for Metal Injection Moulded Parts. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:22:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25226/new-mim-materials-standard/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25225/arc-wireless-acquires-aft-and-quadrant-metals/ ARC Wireless Solutions Inc is acquiring Advanced Forming Technology Inc (AFT) and Quadrant Metals Technologies LLC in a move to become a “diversified manufacturing holding company” trading under the name ARC Group Worldwide Inc. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:11:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25225/arc-wireless-acquires-aft-and-quadrant-metals/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25177/canada-invests-ca-34m-in-automotive-innovation/ The Canadian Government is investing CA$34 million in automotive research and development. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:14:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25177/canada-invests-ca-34m-in-automotive-innovation/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25175/morris-offers-aluminium-6061-for-direct-metal-laser-sintering/ Morris Technologies Inc (MTI) of Ohio, USA, now offers Aluminium 6061 for use with their EOS direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) machines. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25175/morris-offers-aluminium-6061-for-direct-metal-laser-sintering/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25174/emc-restarts-springer-tungsten-mine/ EMC Metals Corp is terminating the sales agency agreement with Laurentian Bank Securities for its Springer tungsten mine and mineral processing complex in Nevada, USA, as the company looks to restart the mine. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:51:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25174/emc-restarts-springer-tungsten-mine/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25173/sandvik-mining-sees-major-orders/ At the end of March, Sandvik Mining signed three major materials handling contracts in Latin America and Australia totalling SEK1.6 billion. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:42:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25173/sandvik-mining-sees-major-orders/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25172/mesocoat-secures-canadian-coating-materials-contract/ Abakan Inc's 71% controlled subsidiary, MesoCoat, has secured a supply contract for its PComP nanocomposite coating materials from a large industrial pump manufacturer and distributor in Canada. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:34:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25172/mesocoat-secures-canadian-coating-materials-contract/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25091/continued-growth-for-h-c-starck/ H.C. Starck says that it achieved sustainable profitable growth in 2011. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:12:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25091/continued-growth-for-h-c-starck/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25087/new-mim-video/ The Metal Injection Moulding Association (MIMA) of the Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) have released a new video showcasing the capabilities of metal injection moulding (MIM) entitled PM and MIM: Touching Your Life. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25087/new-mim-video/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25088/bodycote-buys-curtiss-wright-heat-treatment-business/ Bodycote plc has acquired the heat treatment business of Curtiss-Wright Corp for US$52 million. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25088/bodycote-buys-curtiss-wright-heat-treatment-business/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25089/euro-pm2012-exhibition-space-sold-out/ The EPMA has announced that the Euro PM2012 Exhibition, held in parallel to the Euro PM Congress, is now sold out of exhibition space. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25089/euro-pm2012-exhibition-space-sold-out/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25090/plastics-moulder-expands-into-metal/ Thermoset injection moulder Longzu Plastic Moulding Co Ltd, New Taipei City, Taiwan, has made plans to expand into metal injection moulding (MIM). Wed, 11 Apr 2012 21:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/25090/plastics-moulder-expands-into-metal/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24821/china-to-dominate-molybdenum-market/ China will define future molybdenum market trends and price dynamics, according to Merchant Research & Consulting Ltd. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24821/china-to-dominate-molybdenum-market/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24819/sumitomo-intros-sec-grooving-tools/ Sumitomo Electric will introduce its SEC-Grooving Tools GND Type in April with high-rigidity bodies and high-precision inserts. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24819/sumitomo-intros-sec-grooving-tools/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24817/timet-opens-service-and-distribution-facility-in-europe/ Titanium Metals Corporation (TIMET) has opened a new European service and distribution facility in Ugine, France, to serve European titanium markets. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24817/timet-opens-service-and-distribution-facility-in-europe/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24818/aluminium-celmet-double-layer-capacitor-developed-for-automotive-market/ Meidensha Corporation and Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd have jointly developed an electric double-layer capacitor (EDLC) using Sumitomo Electric’s porous metal Aluminium-Celmet for the electrodes. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24818/aluminium-celmet-double-layer-capacitor-developed-for-automotive-market/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24816/china-molybdenum-plans-ipo-in-shanghai/ China Molybdenum Co Ltd is planning an initial public offering (IPO) in Shanghai, hoping to raise 3.65 billion yuan. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24816/china-molybdenum-plans-ipo-in-shanghai/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24799/thai-sumilox-resumes-operations-after-flood/ Sumitomo Metal's subsidiary, Thai Sumilox, is resuming operations after a 5-month shutdown following the floods in Thailand last autumn. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24799/thai-sumilox-resumes-operations-after-flood/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24798/us-tungsten-product-manufacturing-to-reach-9900-tonnes-in-2012/ US tungsten product manufacturing has increased at an annual rate of 17.9% from 4300 tonnes in 2007, and is expected to reach 9900 in 2012, according to analyst IBISWorld. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24798/us-tungsten-product-manufacturing-to-reach-9900-tonnes-in-2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24769/ntn-develops-high-level-sintered-alloy-manufacturing-technology/ Japan's NTN Corporation has developed what could be the world's highest standard sintered alloy manufacturing technology – capable of manufacturing alloys with an absolute density ratio of 95% or higher, and endurance strength of 300 MPa or higher (with maximum stress 700 MPa). Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24769/ntn-develops-high-level-sintered-alloy-manufacturing-technology/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24767/david-l-morse-new-cto-at-corning/ Corning Incorporated has named David L. Morse as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer from 1 May. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24767/david-l-morse-new-cto-at-corning/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24748/imra-and-disco-develop-laser-dicing/ Aisin Seiki Co's subsidiary, IMRA America Inc, and DISCO Corporation will jointly develop new lasers and processing systems for laser dicing of semiconductor materials. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24748/imra-and-disco-develop-laser-dicing/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24747/steel-industry-leads-us-out-of-recession/ The American steel industry is helping US manufacturing out of the recession, according to a report from Professor of Energy Economics at University of Wyoming, Timothy J. Considine. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24747/steel-industry-leads-us-out-of-recession/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24733/ganfeng-lithium-increases-stake-in-international-lithium/ Jiangxi Ganfeng Lithium Co Ltd, a Chinese multi-product lithium manufacturer, is increasing its stake in International Lithium Corp to 14.7%. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24733/ganfeng-lithium-increases-stake-in-international-lithium/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24729/sumitomo-sets-up-jv-for-sintered-parts-in-indonesia/ Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd is establishing a joint venture (JV) with WLK Group and Santini Group, to manufacture and sell sintered parts in Indonesia. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24729/sumitomo-sets-up-jv-for-sintered-parts-in-indonesia/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24696/the-uks-mercury-centre-opens-additive-manufacturing-suite/ The Mercury Centre at the University of Sheffield, UK, is opening its Additive Manufacturing Suite on 19 April. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24696/the-uks-mercury-centre-opens-additive-manufacturing-suite/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24694/areva-sells-eramet-stake-to-fsi/ AREVA is selling it 26% stake in Eramet to Fonds Stratégique d'Investissement (FSI) for €776 million. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24694/areva-sells-eramet-stake-to-fsi/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24693/renewable-energy-benefits-from-attritors/ Union Process Inc has produced a dry grinding batch-type attritor that will be used to mill nano-size particles of various materials for renewable and alternative energy sources. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24693/renewable-energy-benefits-from-attritors/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24620/recovering-metal-from-waste-circuit-boards/ ITRI's subsidiary, ITRI Innovation Ltd, and Ultromex Ltd have formed a joint venture (JV) to recover tin and other metals from waste circuit boards. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24620/recovering-metal-from-waste-circuit-boards/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24618/federal-mogul-ceo-alapont-retires-jueckstock-elected-as-successor/ Federal-Mogul Corporation's CEO José Maria Alapont will retire as President and CEO on 31 March, but will remain on the company’s Board of Directors through the 2013 AGM. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24618/federal-mogul-ceo-alapont-retires-jueckstock-elected-as-successor/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24617/markus-ber-new-coo-of-miba-friction-group/ Miba Sinter Austria's Site Manager, Markus Ber, will take up the post as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Miba Friction Group from 1 April. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24617/markus-ber-new-coo-of-miba-friction-group/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24616/ati-titanium-sponge-completes-standard-grade-qualification/ Allegheny Technologies Incorporated's (ATI) Rowley, UT, titanium sponge facility has completed the standard-grade qualification (SQ) process, meaning the titanium sponge produced at the facility can be applied to many products used for aerospace airframe, medical, and industrial applications. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24616/ati-titanium-sponge-completes-standard-grade-qualification/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24615/kennametal-recognised-for-ethical-behaviour/ Kennametal Inc has been named one of the 'World's Most Ethical Companies' by the think-tank The Ethisphere Institute for its promotion of ethical business standards through its global operations. Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24615/kennametal-recognised-for-ethical-behaviour/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24593/plansee-intros-molybdenum-tantalum-for-cigs-solar-cells/ Plansee is introducing a molybdenum-tantalum alloy for back contact material in copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) solar cells, as the traditional use of Molybdenum is prone to oxidation. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24593/plansee-intros-molybdenum-tantalum-for-cigs-solar-cells/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24591/mitsubishi-electric-builds-ev-motor-with-silicon-carbide-inverter/ Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has developed a prototype electric vehicle (EV) motor system with a built-in silicon carbide inverter. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24591/mitsubishi-electric-builds-ev-motor-with-silicon-carbide-inverter/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24553/thermal-technology-builds-large-dc-sintering-system/ Thermal Technology is building a 100-tonne, 36,000 amp direct current sintering (DCS) system for an unnamed research organisation's study of new ultra-high-temperature ceramic composites. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24553/thermal-technology-builds-large-dc-sintering-system/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24551/eu-us-and-japan-challenge-china-on-rare-earth-restrictions/ The EU, the US and Japan filed a case with the World Trade Organization (WTO) on 13 March to address China's tough export quotas on rare earth minerals. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24551/eu-us-and-japan-challenge-china-on-rare-earth-restrictions/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24522/lawley-to-receive-pm-lifetime-achievement-award/ Alan Lawley will receive the 2012 Kempton H. Roll PM Lifetime Achievement Award at PowderMet 2012 in Nashville, TN, USA, on 11 June. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24522/lawley-to-receive-pm-lifetime-achievement-award/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24521/powdermet-2012-to-cover-latest-metal-powder-trends/ The Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) and APMI International's annual conference, PowderMet2012, is set to highlight the latest developments and trends in metal powders, as well as powder metallurgy processes, products, and applications in Nashville, TN, USA, on 10-13 June. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24521/powdermet-2012-to-cover-latest-metal-powder-trends/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24464/kemet-acquires-34-interest-in-nec-tokin/ KEMET Corporation is acquiring a 34% economic interest with a 51% voting interest in NEC Tokin Corporation, a manufacturer of tantalum capacitors, electro-magnetic, electro-mechanical, access devices and piezoelectric ceramics, for US$50 million from Japan's NEC Corporation. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24464/kemet-acquires-34-interest-in-nec-tokin/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24463/molycorp-buys-rare-earth-processor-neo-material/ Molycorp is buying rare earth processor Neo Material Technologies for US$1.3 billion, strengthening its rare earth metals position. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24463/molycorp-buys-rare-earth-processor-neo-material/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24408/kobe-steel-expands-titanium-capacity/ Kobe Steel Ltd plans to increase its production capacity of titanium alloys for the aerospace sector and commercially pure titanium for general industry, representing an investment of YEN7.5 billion. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24408/kobe-steel-expands-titanium-capacity/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24406/plansee-develops-molybdenum-copper-composite-for-semiconductor-substrates/ Plansee has developed a molybdenum-copper composite material, Mo-Cu R670, for semiconductor wafer substrates, ensuring optimised heat dissipation in LED chips. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24406/plansee-develops-molybdenum-copper-composite-for-semiconductor-substrates/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24404/nippon-ge-and-safran-establish-silicon-carbide-jv/ Nippon Carbon Company Ltd, GE Aviation and Safran are setting up a joint venture (JV) to manufacture and sell silicon carbide (SiC) continuous fibre for high performance aircraft engine components. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24404/nippon-ge-and-safran-establish-silicon-carbide-jv/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24403/porvair-buys-powder-metal-company-pell-industries/ Porvair Plc, which specialises in filtration and environmental technology, has acquired Pell Industries, a manufacturer of products for the powder metal industry for an undisclosed sum. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24403/porvair-buys-powder-metal-company-pell-industries/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24402/alcoa-welding-techniques-to-aid-us-navy-shipbuilding/ The US Navy has awarded a US$2.1 million contract to Alcoa to develop advanced welding techniques designed to reduce manufacturing costs on aluminium intensive ships. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24402/alcoa-welding-techniques-to-aid-us-navy-shipbuilding/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24401/china-daye-buys-daye-metal/ China Daye Non-Ferrous Metals Mining Ltd has received approval from shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting to acquire Daye Nonferrous Metals Co. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24401/china-daye-buys-daye-metal/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24360/slower-growth-in-south-african-welding-solutions-market/ Analyst Frost & Sullivan warns of slower revenue growth in the South African welding solutions market, as the positive effect of large infrastructure projects and the 2010 FIFA football world cup ends. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24360/slower-growth-in-south-african-welding-solutions-market/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24359/borgwarner-shuts-down-metal-powder-facility/ BorgWarner is shutting its Luke Road metal powder facility in Cortland, NY, USA, laying off 158 employees over the next 12-18 months. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24359/borgwarner-shuts-down-metal-powder-facility/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24321/materion-acquires-aerospace-metal-composites/ Materion Corporation of Mayfield Heights, OH, USA, has acquired Aerospace Metal Composites Ltd (AMC) of Farnborough, England, for an undisclosed sum. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24321/materion-acquires-aerospace-metal-composites/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24306/om-group-sees-net-income-tumble-54-5-in-2011/ OM Group saw its net income fall 54.5% to US$37.9 million following the acquisition of VAC Holding in August and a tough fourth quarter. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24306/om-group-sees-net-income-tumble-54-5-in-2011/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24304/h-c-starck-awarded-for-going-green/ H.C. Starck has been recognised for 'going green' at the 2012 Northeast Ohio Evolution of Manufacturing Awards sponsored by Smart Business magazine. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24304/h-c-starck-awarded-for-going-green/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24303/kennametal-completes-deloro-acquisition/ Kennametal Inc has completed the acquisition of Deloro Stellite Group from private equity firm Duke Street. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24303/kennametal-completes-deloro-acquisition/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24289/technical-programme-finalised-for-euro-pm2012/ The full programme for Euro PM2012 in Basel, Switzerland, on 16-19 September 2012, has now been finalised. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24289/technical-programme-finalised-for-euro-pm2012/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24288/merger-creates-large-north-american-steel-and-metal-distributor/ As part of preparing for a merger later this year, Namasco and Macsteel will start to operate under the new brand Kloeckner Metals, creating the third largest steel and metal distributor in North America. Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24288/merger-creates-large-north-american-steel-and-metal-distributor/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24251/carpenter-completes-latrobe-acquisition/ Carpenter Technology Corporation has completed the acquisition of Latrobe Specialty Metals Inc following approval by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24251/carpenter-completes-latrobe-acquisition/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24243/federal-mogul-sinks-into-loss-in-2011/ OE supplier Federal-Mogul has recorded a net loss of US$90 million in 2011, compared to a net income of US$161m in 2010, as the company saw impairment charges of US$304m in the fourth quarter. Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24243/federal-mogul-sinks-into-loss-in-2011/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24206/canadian-funding-for-auto-industry-anti-corrosion-project/ AUTO21 and its contributing partners have approved funding totalling CA$518,400 for Arch Biopartners Inc scientists to lead an anti corrosion project on magnesium (Mg) and rare earth alloys for the Canadian auto industry. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 08:30:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24206/canadian-funding-for-auto-industry-anti-corrosion-project/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24205/gkns-powder-metallurgy-sales-up-11-in-2011/ GKN's Powder Metallurgy division saw sales reach £845 million in 2011, up 11% on the year before, as total group sales rose 13% to £6.1 billion. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24205/gkns-powder-metallurgy-sales-up-11-in-2011/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24166/hitachi-chemical-increases-powder-metal-capacity-for-auto-market/ Hitachi Chemical Co Ltd's powder metal products manufacturing subsidiary Sintering Technologies Inc, has increased the production capacity of its valve timing control system components by 150%. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24166/hitachi-chemical-increases-powder-metal-capacity-for-auto-market/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24164/bodycote-expands-hot-isostatic-pressing/ Bodycote Plc is expanding its hot isostatic pressing capacity with investments in the USA. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24164/bodycote-expands-hot-isostatic-pressing/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24163/metaldyne-expands-in-eastern-europe/ Metaldyne LLC has acquired a facility in Zbýšov, Czech Republic, to support growth in its forging and machining product lines. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24163/metaldyne-expands-in-eastern-europe/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24135/sandvik-sells-its-medical-solutions-business/ Sandvik is selling its Sandvik Medical Solutions business, which includes contract manufacturing of medical implants and instruments for orthopaedic and dental applications for an undisclosed amount to Orchid Orthopedic Solutions. Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24135/sandvik-sells-its-medical-solutions-business/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24134/carpenter-expands-buys-50-acres-of-land/ Conventional and powder metal specialist Carpenter Technology Corporation is buying 50 acres of land including four buildings in Reading, Pennsylvania, USA, for US$6 million from Reading Industrial Complex. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24134/carpenter-expands-buys-50-acres-of-land/ http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24112/freeman-technology-sets-up-us-subsidiary/ Powder characterisation specialist Freeman Technology has established a formal US subsidiary, Freeman Technology Inc. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.metal-powder.net/view/24112/freeman-technology-sets-up-us-subsidiary/