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NCMT, Makino's agent in the UK and Ireland, has announced that a cell based on a robotically fed Makino machining centre configured for Viper grinding has been installed at a Trac Group facility.

http://www.manufacturingtalk.com/news/ncm/ncm200.html

Liquidmetal(R) Technologies Reports 20% Increase in Quarterly Revenue to $4.2 Million for Third

Press Release | www.zibb.com | Nov 23, 2009

Liquidmetal(R) Technologies Inc. (OTCBB: LQMT) today reported financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2009. For the Third Quarter, the Company reported revenue of $4.2 million achieving a 20% increase in revenue over the prior quarter. The increase in revenue was achieved in both

http://www.zibb.com/article/5688207/Liquidmetal+R+Technologies+Reports+Increase+in+Quarterly+Revenue+to+Million+for+Third+Quarter

MHPN Product of the Day: Aluminum pallets

News | www.mmh.com | Nov 19, 2009

Fireproof aluminum pallets are completely recyclable and easily cleaned. Featuring sturdy welded construction, the pallets can withstand extreme temperatures and are assembled without mechanical fasteners or nails. As aluminum will not rust, the pallets are ideal for outdoor storage applications.

http://www.mmh.com/article/389844-MHPN_Product_of_the_Day_Aluminum_pallets.php?rssid=20563

Future production of rare earths is being planned outside China

News | www.purchasing.com | Nov 19, 2009

Exploration of rare earths—metals used in hybrid cars, laser equipment, computer hard disks and a diverse range of other technologies—is shifting to Canada, Brazil and South Africa. Mining companies are looking for sources that would loosen China's lock on supplies. Reason: China produces about 97%

http://www.purchasing.com/article/389035-Future_production_of_rare_earths_is_being_planned_outside_China.php

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Forgitron expands production capacity at S.C. factory

News | www.reliableplant.com | Nov 18, 2009

With its recent multi-million-dollar investment in new equipment to expand internal production capabilities, Forgitron is on schedule to complete Phase Two of the company's long-term

http://www.reliableplant.com/article.aspx?articleid=21319

Full Line Catalog Available from Hollaender® Manufacturing – Your Handrail Source

Press Release | www.prlog.org | Nov 17, 2009

Full Line Catalog Available from Hollaender® Manufacturing – Your Handrail Source. Hollaender, is a mfg of structural pipe fittings & components used to design & construct aluminum railing systems, handrail, guardrail & safety rail, & a variety of modular pipe and fitting based structures for a

http://www.prlog.org/10416257-full-line-catalog-available-from-hollaender-manufacturing-your-handrail-source.html

China Corners Rare Metals Market

News | www.industryweek.com | Nov 15, 2009

Foreign firms and governments are growing increasingly concerned over lack of access to the metals used to make everything from hybrid vehicles to missiles.

http://www.industryweek.com/articles/china_corners_rare_metals_market_20433.aspx

A FIX FOR PRICE CREEP

News | www.fandmmag.com | Nov 13, 2009

Niche suppliers take on a greater role in inventory management by getting a fix on expensive grades of material and providing additional values for extremely hard-to-locate alloys.

http://www.fandmmag.com/web/online/Web-Exclusives/A-FIX-FOR-PRICE-CREEP/20$2006