Arcon Welding to exhibit in Germany
Arcon Welding, headquartered in Maryland, US, will exhibit for the third time at the Essen Schweissen and Schneiden 2009 Show, to take place in Essen, Germany from 14-19 September 2009. China opposes US duties
China has announced that they strongly oppose a ruling by the US Commerce Department to impose duties of as much as 31% on steel pipes. Vale resumes output
Vale SA has resumed production at its Thompson mine and refinery in Manitoba, Canada after maintenance as world nickel prices declined because of slackening demand. Healthiest Company in America Award
Bison Gear has been recognized for its commitment to employee health and well-being and its innovative health and wellness initiatives yielding measurable employee health improvement. USA: biomass energy conversion plant
Northwest Renewable has announced plans to begin construction on a USD 72.5 million biomass energy conversion plant next year. 
Lincoln Electric has released the new Speed-Feed stem package for Lincolnweld submerged arc wire and a Pipe Mill Welding Solutions Guide. 
Larson Electronics Magnalight, headquartered in Texas, US, has announced the addition of a T-series LED tube based stainless steel light fixture. 
Michigan-headquartered Aven, Inc. and its SharpVue division will participate this fall in three expositions. 
hyssenKrupp AG has reduced planned capacity at a unit of its Alabama, US stainless project by more than two-thirds to help curb costs. 
US-based AutomationDirect has extended its Nitra pneumatic product line to include a series of stainless steel, round body, non-repairable cylinders.