KYOTO, Japan (Sept. 2, 2015) – Nidec Corporation has acquired full ownership of KB Electronics, Inc. from its founding members through Nidec’s subsidiary, Nidec Americas Holding Corporation.

Nidec is developing new growth platforms in the automotive, appliance, commercial and industrial markets. Beginning with the acquisition of Emerson's motors and controls division in September 2010, the company has expanded its product offerings through acquisition.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2015) – Thermal Purifications Technologies Limited (TPTec) and California Clearwater Resources (CCR) have formed a strategic partnership under TPTec North America (NA), with an exclusive licensing commitment that covers North America. CCR finds environmentally responsible, economic ways to provide clean, previously unavailable water to California’s water supplies.