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TROY, Mich., Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Schaeffler, a global automotive manufacturer of high-precision products and systems for engines, transmissions and chassis applications, is proud to supply components, systems and technologies to nine of the 10 engines recognized by Ward's 10 Best Engines for 2013. According to Ward's, editors scored each engine based on power, technology, observed fuel economy, relative competitiveness and noise, vibration and harshness characteristics....
TROY, Mich., Dec. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nick Sarnicola, Co-Founder and Global Ambassador of ViSalus(TM), has pledged $1 million to the Sarnicola Foundation to support young, aspiring entrepreneurs. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120816/LA58521LOGO) Sarnicola grew up in a blue collar, middle class family in Grand Rapids, MI, and after being exposed to entrepreneurship at a young age, vowed one day to become independently successful. While building a massive...
TROY, Mich., Dec. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Inteva Products employees at the company's World Headquarters in Troy embraced the holiday season with a generous spirit, volunteering and donating goods and more than $5,000 to community and charitable organizations across Metro Detroit as part of the Inteva Cares initiative. Every department selected a cause or mission to support in hopes of making the holiday season more cheerful for neighbors in need. With 42 locations worldwide, Inteva...
TROY, Mich., Dec. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Suburban Collection has acquired the Fisker automotive franchise for Michigan. The franchise was purchased from the Serra Automotive Group. No purchase price was disclosed. "Fisker is a major player in the future development of alternative propulsion systems for automobiles," said David T. Fischer, Chairman and CEO, The Suburban Collection. "We are excited about partnering with Fisker and being part of its growth." Fischer said...
TROY, Mich., Dec. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Plex Systems Inc., provider of Plex Online, Cloud ERP for manufacturers, today announced the release of IntelliPlex, a business-intelligence (BI) application that enables corporate executives to easily analyze customer and business information stored in their Plex ERP database and create reports anytime, anywhere to assist them in managing, forecasting and planning. Plex Online now contains IntelliPlex, which allows executives to access data...
TROY, Mich., Dec. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Linda Orlans, Principal of Orlans Associates, PC, and CEO of eTitle Agency, Inc., has been appointed to the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) Board of Directors. In this role, Orlans will serve a three-year term, along with 11 members. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111220/DE23916LOGO) Orlans' selection to the DIA board is supported by a history of commitment to non-profits. She serves on the Board of Directors at Inforum Center...
TROY, Mich., Nov. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced that it has revised its reporting structure to drive efficiencies across the corporation. Going forward, the company expects to report future results under two segments: Commercial Truck and Industrial and Aftermarket & Trailer. The company is also announcing executive level changes associated with this action. Pedro Ferro is appointed vice president and president of the company's...
TROY, Mich., Nov. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Veteran's Day, Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced a three-year pledge totaling $30,000 from the Meritor Trust Fund to support the Freedom Center located in the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. This support is in addition to the two-year pledge totaling $20,000, committed this time last year at the official opening dedication of the Freedom Center, and a $5,000 donation to support the Freedom Center...
TROY, Michigan, November 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Commenting on the CAFE standards that impose the 54.5 MPG rule on automakers to comply by 2025, Dr. Frank Henning gives an exclusive preview of his Keynote Speech at the Lightweighting AutoPlastics 2012 Conference in an interview with PlasticsToday. Dr. Henning also makes recommendations for technologies that U.S. car manufacturers can adopt quickly to achieve large-scale manufacturing of composite components and catch up with...
Mike Richards joins Trubiquity as CIO to lead technology, solution enhancement and new product development strategy. Troy, MI (PRWEB) October 23, 2012 Trubiquity, a leading global provider of MFT (managed file transfer), process automation and integration software solutions, announced today that they have named Mike Richards as Chief Information Officer. Mr. Richards joined the Company on October 1, 2012. Stephen Koons, President and CEO states “In the past two years, Trubiquity has...
