American Locomotive Company

SPURR Selects ForeFront Power as a Vendor in New PAVE Program to Accelerate Public Vehicle Electrification

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 30, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ForeFront Power, a leading provider of community solar and commercial- and industrial-scale solar energy, battery storage and electric vehicle charging services, is one of four firms selected by SPURR (School Project for Utility Rate Reduction) to provide turnkey electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure to the public sector in California and across the U.S., including educational institutions, local governments, special districts, and other agencies.

Key Points: 
  • SPURR, a California Joint Powers Authority, issued a competitive request for proposals (RFP) in March 2023 seeking vendor submissions to participate in the Procurement Assistance for Vehicle Electrification (PAVE) Program to accelerate vehicle electrification in the California public sector.
  • ForeFront Power was selected for the SPURR PAVE program based on the company's comprehensive and flexible delivery options, thorough project design, competitive pricing, deep knowledge of rebate programs and incentives, and extensive track record.
  • "We're honored to be selected by the SPURR PAVE program to electrify transportation in California and beyond," said Rachel McLaughlin, SVP, Sales and Marketing at ForeFront Power.
  • While California public agencies were the primary focus in the development of the SPURR PAVE program, public agencies outside California that determine the PAVE piggybackable contract meets the necessary requirements in their jurisdiction are also invited to leverage the SPURR PAVE program as non-member program participants.

Custom Glass Solutions Appoints Matthew J. Dietrich Chief Executive Officer

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Custom Glass Solutions, LLC (“CGS”), a leading glass manufacturer focused on transportation applications, has named Matthew J. Dietrich (Matt) Chief Executive Officer, effective May 8, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Custom Glass Solutions, LLC (“CGS”), a leading glass manufacturer focused on transportation applications, has named Matthew J. Dietrich (Matt) Chief Executive Officer, effective May 8, 2023.
  • Mr. Dietrich has more than 35 years of professional experience successfully scaling, optimizing, and guiding industrial-engineered products businesses in various functional, executive and board leadership roles.
  • Most recently, Mr. Dietrich was CEO of Alco Manufacturing Corporation, one of the largest contract precision machining companies in North America.
  • “The Custom Glass Solutions platform offers a really attractive set of products, process expertise, and technical capabilities that are desirable to our existing customers, and also to a broader set of potential applications and end markets,” said Mr. Dietrich.

Smoke, Gas and Alcohol Sensor Market Set to Reach Valuation of USD 18.82 billion with growing CAGR of 22.80% by 2029, Size, Share, Demand, Future Growth Analysis and Key Players Outlook

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Amphenol, a fibre optic cable manufacturing company based in the United States, launched the Telaire T3022 series of CO2 lasers in March 2019.

Key Points: 
  • Amphenol, a fibre optic cable manufacturing company based in the United States, launched the Telaire T3022 series of CO2 lasers in March 2019.
  • In January 2019, NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd. acquired Caire Inc., a manufacturer of oxygen sensors, to expand its product portfolio with oxygen sensors.
  • The government's emphasis on industrial hygiene and safety is expected to open up new opportunities for gas sensor manufacturers.
  • Currently, one of the key drivers increasing the adoption of alcohol sensor is drunk driving regulation.

Smoke, Gas and Alcohol Sensor Market Set to Reach Valuation of USD 18.82 billion with growing CAGR of 22.80% by 2029, Size, Share, Demand, Future Growth Analysis and Key Players Outlook

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Amphenol, a fibre optic cable manufacturing company based in the United States, launched the Telaire T3022 series of CO2 lasers in March 2019.

Key Points: 
  • Amphenol, a fibre optic cable manufacturing company based in the United States, launched the Telaire T3022 series of CO2 lasers in March 2019.
  • In January 2019, NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd. acquired Caire Inc., a manufacturer of oxygen sensors, to expand its product portfolio with oxygen sensors.
  • The government's emphasis on industrial hygiene and safety is expected to open up new opportunities for gas sensor manufacturers.
  • Currently, one of the key drivers increasing the adoption of alcohol sensor is drunk driving regulation.

Minerva Dairy Hires Steven H. Lefkowitz as Chief Financial Officer

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 25, 2022

MINERVA, Ohio, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Minerva Dairy announced today that Steven H. Lefkowitz has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. A veteran financial leader and Ohio native, Lefkowitz is a growth-oriented business executive with a strong work ethic and collaborative approach to driving greater profitability.

Key Points: 
  • MINERVA, Ohio, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Minerva Dairy announced today that Steven H. Lefkowitz has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer.
  • A veteran financial leader and Ohio native, Lefkowitz is a growth-oriented business executive with a strong work ethic and collaborative approach to driving greater profitability.
  • Lefkowitz, who started in his new role at Minerva Dairy on July 5, brings a new vision of corporate governance to the fifth-generation family-owned company.
  • Added Lefkowitz: "It's an honor to work with the fifth generation of a family-owned business that's as beloved in Ohio and nationwide as Minerva Dairy.

JBT Corporation Acquires Alco-food-machines

Retrieved on: 
Friday, July 1, 2022

CHICAGO, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT), a global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry, announced today it has acquired Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG (Alco), a leading provider of further food processing solutions and production lines.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, July 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT), a global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry, announced today it has acquired Alco-food-machines GmbH & Co. KG (Alco), a leading provider of further food processing solutions and production lines.
  • JBT Corporation (NYSE: JBT) is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food & beverage industry with focus on proteins, liquid foods and automated system solutions.
  • JBT Corporation employs approximately 6,800 people worldwide and operates sales, service, manufacturing and sourcing operations in more than 25 countries.
  • JBT cautions shareholders and prospective investors that actual results may differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements.

MiddleGround Capital Completes Third Add-On for Its Alco Platform With Acquisition of Teale Machine Company

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 28, 2022

MiddleGround Capital, an operationally-focused private equity firm that makes control investments in North American middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Teale Machine Company (Teale) through its portfolio company Alco Manufacturing Corporation (Alco).

Key Points: 
  • MiddleGround Capital, an operationally-focused private equity firm that makes control investments in North American middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Teale Machine Company (Teale) through its portfolio company Alco Manufacturing Corporation (Alco).
  • This transaction marks MiddleGrounds third add-on acquisition to its Alco platform since acquiring the company in July 2018.
  • Teale marks another step toward furthering our strategy of expanding the Alco platform through smart, bolt-on acquisitions.
  • Alco was founded in 1971 and has been a portfolio company of MiddleGround Capital since 2018.

U.S. Patent Office Issues Notice of Allowance Covering SOBAR for Reducing Alcohol Absorption

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 31, 2022

CHICAGO, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeno Functional Foods, LLC, a startup health and wellness company, has been granted an allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark office (USPTO) for its Alco-HOLD food-technology core to its SOBAR protein bar brand. SOBAR is a first-of-its-kind snack designed and clinically validated to reduce alcohol absorption and "slow a drinker's buzz." 

Key Points: 
  • SOBAR is a first-of-its-kind snack designed and clinically validated to reduce alcohol absorption and "slow a drinker's buzz."
  • SOBAR was invented by Dr. Joseph Fisher, MD, PhD, a Stanford trained medical scientist, as an aid to help reduce and slow alcohol absorption and is being recognized as pioneering an entirely new functional food category.
  • SOBAR is a high-protein functional food designed to be consumed right before or during drinking to help control alcohol absorption.
  • Zeno has launched SOBAR as its first product in the U.S., and intends to more broadly distribute the Alco-HOLD technology to mindful drinkers worldwide.

Fairbanks Morse Engine to Power U.S. Coast Guard’s Offshore Patrol Cutter (USCGC) RUSH (WMSM-918)

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 22, 2021

We are honored to continue providing powerful and reliable engines to this essential program, said Fairbanks Morse Defense CEO George Whittier.

Key Points: 
  • We are honored to continue providing powerful and reliable engines to this essential program, said Fairbanks Morse Defense CEO George Whittier.
  • The company comprises three divisions: Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) , Fairbanks Morse Service (FMS) , and Ward Leonard .
  • Located in Beloit, Wisconsin, Fairbanks Morse Engine (FME) manufactures, procures, assembles, and distributes heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse and ALCO brand names.
  • FME is a division of Fairbanks Morse Defense, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment and a leading provider of reliable marine power solutions.

Fairbanks Morse Delivers Four Common Rail Technology Engines for USS John L. Canley

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 2, 2021

The engines utilize common rail technology to deliver high fuel efficiency throughout the ships operational conditions.

Key Points: 
  • The engines utilize common rail technology to deliver high fuel efficiency throughout the ships operational conditions.
  • Today, Fairbanks Morse engines are installed on approximately 80% of U.S. Navy ships with a medium speed application.
  • Fairbanks Morse manufactures and services heavy-duty, medium-speed reciprocating engines under the Fairbanks Morse and ALCO brand names, which are used primarily in marine and power generation applications.
  • Fairbanks Morse is the principal supplier of diesel engines to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and the Canadian Coast Guard.