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Want Strong Dividend Stocks? These Dow Stars Have What You Want
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 31, 8:05AM CDT
The Dow Jones Industrials are a great place to look for strong dividend stocks. But which Dow stocks are the best at raising their dividends consistently over time? In the following video, Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool's director of investment...
3M's $1.1B Issue Gets Aa2 Rating from Moody's - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 30, 4:30PM CDT
3M Company's (MMM) note issuance of up to $1.1 billion of unsecured debt was assigned an Aa2 rating by leading credit rating agency Moody's along with a stable outlook.
Companies With Underappreciated Dividends
Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu May 29, 3:00PM CDT
Buying companies that pay long-term dividends can be a great way to beat the market, and strong dividends are easier to find than you might think. Wireless companies -- one of which you may be using right now to read this article -- are some of...
A Look at 3M's Oil and Gas Innovation Lab
Joel South, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu May 29, 1:25PM CDT
While at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference, Motley Fool's energy bureau chief, Joel South, visited 3M 's innovation lab. There, Joel interviewed Clara Mata, an advanced product development specialist, and Jeff Lavers, vice president and...
United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2019 Featuring Henkel, Dow Chemical Company and H.B. Fuller
M2 - Thu May 29, 9:52AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/nmjxzb/united_states) has announced the addition of the "United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2019" report to their offering. According to United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019, the automotive adhesives market in the US is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 5% during 2014-19. The demand for automotive adhesives is expected to increase significantly in the automotive sector, due to rising government concerns related to reducing emissions from ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) by switching to electric vehicles (EVs). As EVs contain heavy batteries for storing energy, their fuel efficiency has to be balanced using lightweight materials, which in turn increases automotive adhesive consumption. This trend is further supported by tax exemptions for use or promotion of electric vehicles. Some of the major companies in the US involved in manufacturing and supplying automotive adhesives to OEMs include Henkel, Dow Chemical Company and H.B. Fuller. Government concerns regarding environmental impact of motor vehicles is driving automotive manufacturers in the US to downsize vehicle weight in order to improve fuel economy and reduce harmful emissions. The government has drafted regulations pertaining to fuel economy and emission standards, which has to be followed by every vehicle manufacturer by 2025. Weight reduction of vehicles can be achieved by using lightweight materials such as plastics, composites, high strength steel and aluminum. As composites are generally built of different materials, their joining is not possible using traditional techniques like welding or screwing. For this purpose, specially formulated structural adhesives have to be applied, which not only bind composites of similar or dissimilar substrates, but also provide structural integrity to the vehicle body frame. Major automotive adhesives used to achieve these objectives include epoxy, polyurethane or acrylic polymer-based. United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019 report elaborates following aspects related to automotive adhesives market in the United States: - US Automotive Adhesives Market Size, Share & Forecast - Segmental Analysis - Epoxy, Polyurethane, Acrylic, etc. - Policy & Regulatory Landscape - Changing Market Trends & Emerging Opportunities - Competitive Landscape &Strategic Recommendations Key Topics Covered: 1. Research Methodology 2. Analyst View 3. Global Adhesives Market Overview 4. US Automotive Adhesives Market Analysis 5. US Automotive Epoxy Adhesives Market 6. US Automotive Polyurethane Adhesives Market 7. US Automotive Acrylic Adhesives Market 8. Market Drivers & Challenges 9. Market Trends & Developments 10. Policy & Regulatory Landscape 11. United States Economic Profile 12. Competitive Landscape 13. Strategic Recommendations Companies Mentioned - 3M Company - Avery Dennison Corporation - Bostik US - EMS-EFTEC - H.B. Fuller Company - Henkel North America - PPG Industries - Sika Corporation US - Tesa USA - The Dow Chemical Company For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/nm...ted_states
Industrials Sector Equities Technical Momentum -- Research on Iron Mountain, FuelCell Energy, 3M Co., and Ingersoll-Rand
PR Newswire - Thu May 29, 6:20AM CDT
On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, the NASDAQ Composite ended at 4,225.08, down 0.28%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged 0.25% lower, to finish the day at 16,633.18, and the S&P 500 closed at 1,909.78, down 0.11%. During the session, Information Technology, Health Care, and Financials sectors ended in negative, while some positive momentum were observed in the Utilities, Telecommunication Services, and Industrials sectors. The S&P 500 Industrials Sector Index ended the day at 463.41, up 0.12%, with the index advancing 3.63% in the previous three months. Investor-Edge has initiated coverage on the following equities: Iron Mountain Inc. (NYSE: IRM), FuelCell Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL), 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) and Ingersoll-Rand PLC (NYSE: IR). Free technical research on IRM, FCEL, MMM and IR can be downloaded upon signing up at:
Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products Market Report 2014-2018
M2 - Wed May 28, 9:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2f5dxg/global_antiseptic) has announced the addition of the "Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products market will grow at a CAGR of 11.18% over the period 2013-2018. Many drivers are contributing to the growth of the Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products market, the most important of which is the rising incidence of infectious diseases such as swine flu, avian flu, and MRSA. This has, in turn, led to an increase in the demand for antiseptics and disinfectants from both individual consumers and the Healthcare market. Vendors are increasing emphasis on the production of green or eco-friendly products. For instance, DuPont offers patented eco-friendly products such as the RelyOn antiseptic hand wash for healthcare professionals and emergency personnel. RelyOn is free from chemicals such as quaternary ammonium compounds, phenols, and chlorhexidine. ABC Compounding Co. Inc. is another vendor, which offers eco-friendly products under brand names such as Earth Force. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the market is stringent laws and regulations governing the market, which require vendors to follow elaborate procedures for the approval of a product. These regulations are particularly high in developed regions, such as North America and Europe. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - ABC Compounding Co. Inc. - Cardinal Health Inc. - DuPont Medical Chemical Corp. - Metrex Research Corp. - STERIS Corp. - The Clorox Co. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Compound Type - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis You can request one free hour of our analyst's time when you purchase this market report. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2f...antiseptic
3M Molecular Detection Assay for Salmonella Detection Secures Extended Validations
Business Wire - Wed May 28, 8:32AM CDT
Today, 3M Food Safety announced that its 3M(TM) Molecular Detection Assay Salmonella has received an extension of the current NF VALIDATION certificate from AFNOR Certification. The extension means that the test kit, which helps food processors and other parties detect Salmonella and consequently prevent salmonellosis, is now validated by the international organization for all human foods and environmental samples.
3M Releases 2014 Sustainability Report
Business Wire - Tue May 27, 10:28AM CDT
3M today releases its 2014 Sustainability Report, highlighting its new Sustainability Center of Excellence, results of a global stakeholder survey and case studies on its sustainability-focused products.
Spain Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services Market 2014-2018
M2 - Tue May 27, 10:27AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hlsznd/office) has announced the addition of the "Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services Market in Spain 2014-2018" report to their offering. The increase in the purchase of luxury stationery items is a trend in the Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services market in Spain. Luxury stationery items such as attractive greeting cards and engraved pens are gifted to colleagues, friends, and other people on many occasions. They are also adopted to be used as home decor materials. Increased use of extravagant notebooks and digital pens is creating a demand for luxury stationery items and hence augmenting the growth of the market. According to the report, the Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services market in Spain is driven by many growth factors, one of which is the increase in the working population. This is expected to help the market grow because the sale of office stationery items is highly correlated with the working population. Further, the report states that the increased adoption of computers and other electronic devices instead of conventional paper-based stationery is a major challenge faced by the market. Moreover, pens and other marking stationery are being replaced by innovative light pens. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Group Hamelin SA - Lyreco SA - Office Depot Inc. - Staples Inc. Other Prominent Vendors - Acco Brands Corp. - Adveo Group International SA - Antalis International SAS - Avery Dennison Corp. - Comercial del Sur de Papelerea SL (Liderpapel) - Esselte SA - Exacompta Clairefontaine SA - Grafoplas del Noroeste SA - Group Hamelin SA - Herlitz AG - Lyreco SA - Office Depot Inc. - Staples Inc. - 3M Co. Key Questions Answered in this Report - What will the market size be in 2018 and what will the growth rate be? - What are the key market trends? - What is driving this market? - What are the challenges to market growth? - Who are the key vendors in this market space? - What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors? - What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors? You can request one free hour of our analyst's time when you purchase this market report. Details are provided within the report. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hlsznd/office
Global Transparent Electronics Report 2014-2018: 3M, Apple, Cambrios Technologies, Corning, Saint-Gobain & Samsung Dominate
M2 - Tue May 27, 10:10AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lw3qws/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Transparent Electronics Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Transparent Electronics market will grow at a CAGR of 52.91% over the period 2013-2018. One of the major drivers is the increasing penetration of touch-enabled electronic devices because of the innovation in the display technology. Touch-enabled electronic devices are gaining popularity because they provide better user experience and enhanced interaction between the user and the machine. One of the major trends witnessed in the Global Consumer Electronics market is the emergence of miniaturized semiconductors. Currently, vendors in the market are focusing on manufacturing miniaturized personal electronic products, which consume less power. Technological advancement has led to the miniaturization of electronic devices, leading to the development of compact and flexible electronic devices. Emergence of transparent electronics provides the best solution for electronic device manufacturers in the development of compact and flexible electronic devices. Transparent electronics are available in various sizes and are robust and consume less power. Through these advantages, the electronic device manufacturers are increasingly adopting transparent electronics in their respective products. Further, the report states that high initial capital investment is a major challenge as transparent electronic materials are very expensive, especially In2O3. In2O3 is widely used but is a rare commodity and its price has increased about ten times since 2002, which forces the vendors to look for substitute materials to lower their capital expenditure. The Global Transparent Electronics market can be divided into three segments based on application comprising: - Displays - Solar Panels - Windows Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Apple Inc. - Cambrios Technologies Corp. - Corning Inc. - Saint-Gobain SA - Samsung electronics Co. Ltd. Other Prominent Vendors - Dontech Inc. - Evaporated Coatings Inc. - Kurt J. Lesker Co. Ltd. - Sharp Corp. NV Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis - Business Overview For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lw3qws/global
Global Membrane Separation (Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration, Nanofiltration, Reverse Osmosis) Market Forecasts & Opportunities, 2019
M2 - Mon May 26, 6:50AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bsh2rl/membrane) has announced the addition of the "Membrane Separation Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019" report to their offering. The increasing demand for clean processed water and mandatory government regulation to provide the population with clean drinking water is propelling the water processing industry including membrane separation. Shifting from chemical to physical treatments of water is also a major driver as chemical treatments are perceived as an environmentally unclean technology with associated disposal costs. Additional awareness of water scarcity has influenced the demand for water reuse in water stressed areas. Governments and municipal authorities are increasingly waking up to the effects of environmental degradation on the economy. Mandatory adherence of certain environmental standards by the national governments, especially in areas with water scarcity have influenced the demand for better water treatment technology, including membrane separation technology. Worldwide industrial expansion and growing population are propelling the demand for better water treatment technology, providing growth opportunity for the overall market of membrane separation technology. Membrane separation technology is majorly divided into four major processes, microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis. The European membrane market (largest market in 2012) is expected to increase from USD 7.9 billion in 2013 to USD 13.8 billion in 2019, growing at a CAGR of 9.6%. The membrane separation technology market is fragmented with several players in the market supplying membrane separation to the end-users in the market. Membrane separation is used by various sectors such as water and wastewater treatment and industrial and healthcare sectors. Major companies that are operating globally and manufacturing all four products are Koch Membrane Systems Inc., Pall Corporation, Merck Millipore, 3M Company, Degremont SA, Dow Chemical Company, GEA Filtration, Nitto Denko Corporation, Evoqua Water Technologies and Veolia Environnement. Many other companies, including Advantec are investing in research and development for the production of good-quality membrane separation products and marketing it on a global level. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Membrane Separation - Market Overview Chapter 4 Membrane Separation - By Process Analysis Chapter 5 Membrane Separation - By End-User Analysis Chapter 6 Membrane Separation - Regional Analysis Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape Chapter 8 Company Profiles - 3M Company - Asahi Kasei Corporation - Evoqua Water Technologies LLC - GE Water & Process Technologies - Hyflux - IDE Technologies - Koch Membrane Systems Inc. - Kubota - Pall Corporation - Pentair X-Flow - Polypore International, Inc. - Sartorius AG - The Dow Chemical Company - TriSep Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bsh2rl/membrane
2014 Value Investor 500: The Full List
Dan Dzombak, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 24, 8:01AM CDT
The Value Investor 500 is my attempt to highlight the top 500 publicly traded companies in the U.S. To construct a quality-based list of the top 500 companies in the U.S., I focused on what's really important for investors to pay attention to: ...
10 Stocks That Have Raised Their Dividends for More Than 50 Years in a Row
Matthew Frankel, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Fri May 23, 6:33PM CDT
In dividend investing, consistency is everything. While a company's past behavior is no guarantee of the future, if a stock has consistently raised its dividend for many years, the odds that this pattern will continue are high. Why is it so...
Motorola Solutions Teams Up with 3M - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 22, 6:20PM CDT
Motorola Solutions Inc. (MSI) has teamed up with 3M Company (MMM) to distribute headsets from the 3M Peltor Heavy-Duty Headset portfolio.
Insider Trading Alert - HTWR, MMM And BLL Traded By Insiders
at The Street - Wed May 21, 11:06AM CDT
Stocks with insider trader activity include HTWR, MMM and BLL
3M Falls 1.02% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Rebound
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:26PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
3M Set to Possibly Rebound After Yesterday's Selloff of 1.02%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:25PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Dow Component 3M (MMM) To Go Ex-dividend Tomorrow
at The Street - Tue May 20, 10:00AM CDT
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 is the ex-dividend date for Dow component (NYSE:MMM).
3M Petrifilm Salmonella Express System Receives First AOAC Official Methods of Analysis Validation
Business Wire - Mon May 19, 7:07AM CDT
3M Food Safety announced today that its 3M(TM) Petrifilm(TM) Salmonella Express System has been validated through AOAC INTERNATIONAL as a First Action Official Method of Analysis (OMA method number 2014.01) for the detection of Salmonella in raw ground beef, cooked breaded chicken nuggets, raw ground chicken, raw ground pork, pasteurized liquid whole egg, fresh shrimp, fresh spinach, dry pet food and stainless steel. A complete review of the study conducted for the AOAC-OMA validation will be published by the Official Methods of Analysis of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, online at http://eoma.aoac.org/ and in an upcoming edition of the Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL.
Want Strong Dividend Stocks? These Dow Stars Have What You Want
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 31, 8:05AM CDT
The Dow Jones Industrials are a great place to look for strong dividend stocks. But which Dow stocks are the best at raising their dividends consistently over time? In the following video, Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool's director of investment...
3M's $1.1B Issue Gets Aa2 Rating from Moody's - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 30, 4:30PM CDT
3M Company's (MMM) note issuance of up to $1.1 billion of unsecured debt was assigned an Aa2 rating by leading credit rating agency Moody's along with a stable outlook.
Companies With Underappreciated Dividends
Travis Hoium, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu May 29, 3:00PM CDT
Buying companies that pay long-term dividends can be a great way to beat the market, and strong dividends are easier to find than you might think. Wireless companies -- one of which you may be using right now to read this article -- are some of...
A Look at 3M's Oil and Gas Innovation Lab
Joel South, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu May 29, 1:25PM CDT
While at the 2014 Offshore Technology Conference, Motley Fool's energy bureau chief, Joel South, visited 3M 's innovation lab. There, Joel interviewed Clara Mata, an advanced product development specialist, and Jeff Lavers, vice president and...
United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2019 Featuring Henkel, Dow Chemical Company and H.B. Fuller
M2 - Thu May 29, 9:52AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/nmjxzb/united_states) has announced the addition of the "United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2019" report to their offering. According to United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019, the automotive adhesives market in the US is expected to grow at a CAGR of about 5% during 2014-19. The demand for automotive adhesives is expected to increase significantly in the automotive sector, due to rising government concerns related to reducing emissions from ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) by switching to electric vehicles (EVs). As EVs contain heavy batteries for storing energy, their fuel efficiency has to be balanced using lightweight materials, which in turn increases automotive adhesive consumption. This trend is further supported by tax exemptions for use or promotion of electric vehicles. Some of the major companies in the US involved in manufacturing and supplying automotive adhesives to OEMs include Henkel, Dow Chemical Company and H.B. Fuller. Government concerns regarding environmental impact of motor vehicles is driving automotive manufacturers in the US to downsize vehicle weight in order to improve fuel economy and reduce harmful emissions. The government has drafted regulations pertaining to fuel economy and emission standards, which has to be followed by every vehicle manufacturer by 2025. Weight reduction of vehicles can be achieved by using lightweight materials such as plastics, composites, high strength steel and aluminum. As composites are generally built of different materials, their joining is not possible using traditional techniques like welding or screwing. For this purpose, specially formulated structural adhesives have to be applied, which not only bind composites of similar or dissimilar substrates, but also provide structural integrity to the vehicle body frame. Major automotive adhesives used to achieve these objectives include epoxy, polyurethane or acrylic polymer-based. United States Automotive Adhesives Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019 report elaborates following aspects related to automotive adhesives market in the United States: - US Automotive Adhesives Market Size, Share & Forecast - Segmental Analysis - Epoxy, Polyurethane, Acrylic, etc. - Policy & Regulatory Landscape - Changing Market Trends & Emerging Opportunities - Competitive Landscape &Strategic Recommendations Key Topics Covered: 1. Research Methodology 2. Analyst View 3. Global Adhesives Market Overview 4. US Automotive Adhesives Market Analysis 5. US Automotive Epoxy Adhesives Market 6. US Automotive Polyurethane Adhesives Market 7. US Automotive Acrylic Adhesives Market 8. Market Drivers & Challenges 9. Market Trends & Developments 10. Policy & Regulatory Landscape 11. United States Economic Profile 12. Competitive Landscape 13. Strategic Recommendations Companies Mentioned - 3M Company - Avery Dennison Corporation - Bostik US - EMS-EFTEC - H.B. Fuller Company - Henkel North America - PPG Industries - Sika Corporation US - Tesa USA - The Dow Chemical Company For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/nm...ted_states
Industrials Sector Equities Technical Momentum -- Research on Iron Mountain, FuelCell Energy, 3M Co., and Ingersoll-Rand
PR Newswire - Thu May 29, 6:20AM CDT
On Wednesday, May 28, 2014, the NASDAQ Composite ended at 4,225.08, down 0.28%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged 0.25% lower, to finish the day at 16,633.18, and the S&P 500 closed at 1,909.78, down 0.11%. During the session, Information Technology, Health Care, and Financials sectors ended in negative, while some positive momentum were observed in the Utilities, Telecommunication Services, and Industrials sectors. The S&P 500 Industrials Sector Index ended the day at 463.41, up 0.12%, with the index advancing 3.63% in the previous three months. Investor-Edge has initiated coverage on the following equities: Iron Mountain Inc. (NYSE: IRM), FuelCell Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: FCEL), 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM) and Ingersoll-Rand PLC (NYSE: IR). Free technical research on IRM, FCEL, MMM and IR can be downloaded upon signing up at:
Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products Market Report 2014-2018
M2 - Wed May 28, 9:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2f5dxg/global_antiseptic) has announced the addition of the "Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products market will grow at a CAGR of 11.18% over the period 2013-2018. Many drivers are contributing to the growth of the Global Antiseptic and Disinfectant Products market, the most important of which is the rising incidence of infectious diseases such as swine flu, avian flu, and MRSA. This has, in turn, led to an increase in the demand for antiseptics and disinfectants from both individual consumers and the Healthcare market. Vendors are increasing emphasis on the production of green or eco-friendly products. For instance, DuPont offers patented eco-friendly products such as the RelyOn antiseptic hand wash for healthcare professionals and emergency personnel. RelyOn is free from chemicals such as quaternary ammonium compounds, phenols, and chlorhexidine. ABC Compounding Co. Inc. is another vendor, which offers eco-friendly products under brand names such as Earth Force. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the market is stringent laws and regulations governing the market, which require vendors to follow elaborate procedures for the approval of a product. These regulations are particularly high in developed regions, such as North America and Europe. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - ABC Compounding Co. Inc. - Cardinal Health Inc. - DuPont Medical Chemical Corp. - Metrex Research Corp. - STERIS Corp. - The Clorox Co. Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Compound Type - Market Segmentation by End-users - Geographical Segmentation - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis You can request one free hour of our analyst's time when you purchase this market report. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/2f...antiseptic
3M Molecular Detection Assay for Salmonella Detection Secures Extended Validations
Business Wire - Wed May 28, 8:32AM CDT
Today, 3M Food Safety announced that its 3M(TM) Molecular Detection Assay Salmonella has received an extension of the current NF VALIDATION certificate from AFNOR Certification. The extension means that the test kit, which helps food processors and other parties detect Salmonella and consequently prevent salmonellosis, is now validated by the international organization for all human foods and environmental samples.
3M Releases 2014 Sustainability Report
Business Wire - Tue May 27, 10:28AM CDT
3M today releases its 2014 Sustainability Report, highlighting its new Sustainability Center of Excellence, results of a global stakeholder survey and case studies on its sustainability-focused products.
Spain Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services Market 2014-2018
M2 - Tue May 27, 10:27AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hlsznd/office) has announced the addition of the "Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services Market in Spain 2014-2018" report to their offering. The increase in the purchase of luxury stationery items is a trend in the Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services market in Spain. Luxury stationery items such as attractive greeting cards and engraved pens are gifted to colleagues, friends, and other people on many occasions. They are also adopted to be used as home decor materials. Increased use of extravagant notebooks and digital pens is creating a demand for luxury stationery items and hence augmenting the growth of the market. According to the report, the Office Stationery, Supplies, and Services market in Spain is driven by many growth factors, one of which is the increase in the working population. This is expected to help the market grow because the sale of office stationery items is highly correlated with the working population. Further, the report states that the increased adoption of computers and other electronic devices instead of conventional paper-based stationery is a major challenge faced by the market. Moreover, pens and other marking stationery are being replaced by innovative light pens. Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Group Hamelin SA - Lyreco SA - Office Depot Inc. - Staples Inc. Other Prominent Vendors - Acco Brands Corp. - Adveo Group International SA - Antalis International SAS - Avery Dennison Corp. - Comercial del Sur de Papelerea SL (Liderpapel) - Esselte SA - Exacompta Clairefontaine SA - Grafoplas del Noroeste SA - Group Hamelin SA - Herlitz AG - Lyreco SA - Office Depot Inc. - Staples Inc. - 3M Co. Key Questions Answered in this Report - What will the market size be in 2018 and what will the growth rate be? - What are the key market trends? - What is driving this market? - What are the challenges to market growth? - Who are the key vendors in this market space? - What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors? - What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors? You can request one free hour of our analyst's time when you purchase this market report. Details are provided within the report. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hlsznd/office
Global Transparent Electronics Report 2014-2018: 3M, Apple, Cambrios Technologies, Corning, Saint-Gobain & Samsung Dominate
M2 - Tue May 27, 10:10AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lw3qws/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Transparent Electronics Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The Global Transparent Electronics market will grow at a CAGR of 52.91% over the period 2013-2018. One of the major drivers is the increasing penetration of touch-enabled electronic devices because of the innovation in the display technology. Touch-enabled electronic devices are gaining popularity because they provide better user experience and enhanced interaction between the user and the machine. One of the major trends witnessed in the Global Consumer Electronics market is the emergence of miniaturized semiconductors. Currently, vendors in the market are focusing on manufacturing miniaturized personal electronic products, which consume less power. Technological advancement has led to the miniaturization of electronic devices, leading to the development of compact and flexible electronic devices. Emergence of transparent electronics provides the best solution for electronic device manufacturers in the development of compact and flexible electronic devices. Transparent electronics are available in various sizes and are robust and consume less power. Through these advantages, the electronic device manufacturers are increasingly adopting transparent electronics in their respective products. Further, the report states that high initial capital investment is a major challenge as transparent electronic materials are very expensive, especially In2O3. In2O3 is widely used but is a rare commodity and its price has increased about ten times since 2002, which forces the vendors to look for substitute materials to lower their capital expenditure. The Global Transparent Electronics market can be divided into three segments based on application comprising: - Displays - Solar Panels - Windows Key Vendors - 3M Co. - Apple Inc. - Cambrios Technologies Corp. - Corning Inc. - Saint-Gobain SA - Samsung electronics Co. Ltd. Other Prominent Vendors - Dontech Inc. - Evaporated Coatings Inc. - Kurt J. Lesker Co. Ltd. - Sharp Corp. NV Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Application - Geographical Segmentation - Key Leading Countries - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis - Business Overview For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lw3qws/global
Global Membrane Separation (Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration, Nanofiltration, Reverse Osmosis) Market Forecasts & Opportunities, 2019
M2 - Mon May 26, 6:50AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bsh2rl/membrane) has announced the addition of the "Membrane Separation Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2013 - 2019" report to their offering. The increasing demand for clean processed water and mandatory government regulation to provide the population with clean drinking water is propelling the water processing industry including membrane separation. Shifting from chemical to physical treatments of water is also a major driver as chemical treatments are perceived as an environmentally unclean technology with associated disposal costs. Additional awareness of water scarcity has influenced the demand for water reuse in water stressed areas. Governments and municipal authorities are increasingly waking up to the effects of environmental degradation on the economy. Mandatory adherence of certain environmental standards by the national governments, especially in areas with water scarcity have influenced the demand for better water treatment technology, including membrane separation technology. Worldwide industrial expansion and growing population are propelling the demand for better water treatment technology, providing growth opportunity for the overall market of membrane separation technology. Membrane separation technology is majorly divided into four major processes, microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration and reverse osmosis. The European membrane market (largest market in 2012) is expected to increase from USD 7.9 billion in 2013 to USD 13.8 billion in 2019, growing at a CAGR of 9.6%. The membrane separation technology market is fragmented with several players in the market supplying membrane separation to the end-users in the market. Membrane separation is used by various sectors such as water and wastewater treatment and industrial and healthcare sectors. Major companies that are operating globally and manufacturing all four products are Koch Membrane Systems Inc., Pall Corporation, Merck Millipore, 3M Company, Degremont SA, Dow Chemical Company, GEA Filtration, Nitto Denko Corporation, Evoqua Water Technologies and Veolia Environnement. Many other companies, including Advantec are investing in research and development for the production of good-quality membrane separation products and marketing it on a global level. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Preface Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Membrane Separation - Market Overview Chapter 4 Membrane Separation - By Process Analysis Chapter 5 Membrane Separation - By End-User Analysis Chapter 6 Membrane Separation - Regional Analysis Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape Chapter 8 Company Profiles - 3M Company - Asahi Kasei Corporation - Evoqua Water Technologies LLC - GE Water & Process Technologies - Hyflux - IDE Technologies - Koch Membrane Systems Inc. - Kubota - Pall Corporation - Pentair X-Flow - Polypore International, Inc. - Sartorius AG - The Dow Chemical Company - TriSep Corporation For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bsh2rl/membrane
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Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu May 22, 6:20PM CDT
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at The Street - Wed May 21, 11:06AM CDT
Stocks with insider trader activity include HTWR, MMM and BLL
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Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:26PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
3M Set to Possibly Rebound After Yesterday's Selloff of 1.02%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:25PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
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at The Street - Tue May 20, 10:00AM CDT
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3M Petrifilm Salmonella Express System Receives First AOAC Official Methods of Analysis Validation
Business Wire - Mon May 19, 7:07AM CDT
3M Food Safety announced today that its 3M(TM) Petrifilm(TM) Salmonella Express System has been validated through AOAC INTERNATIONAL as a First Action Official Method of Analysis (OMA method number 2014.01) for the detection of Salmonella in raw ground beef, cooked breaded chicken nuggets, raw ground chicken, raw ground pork, pasteurized liquid whole egg, fresh shrimp, fresh spinach, dry pet food and stainless steel. A complete review of the study conducted for the AOAC-OMA validation will be published by the Official Methods of Analysis of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, online at http://eoma.aoac.org/ and in an upcoming edition of the Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL.
