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CRU: Lithium Prices Crash Through $10,000 as Hype Meets Reality LONDON, Aug. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Lithium prices have steadily declined since the end of Q1, finally crashing through the $10/kg LCE mark at the end of July. Weaker-than-expected demand in China is partly responsible, but the main driver has been the ongoing avalanche of new supply into the market, as plentiful cheap spodumene meets ample conversional capacity in China. Gatling Drills High-Grade, Near Surface Gold at Cheminis Deposit Including 12.3 g/t Au over 5.0 meters VANCOUVER, Aug. 21, 2019 /CNW/ - GATLING EXPLORATION INC. (TSXV: GTR, OTC: GATGF) (the "Company" or "Gatling") is pleased to report new drill results from its initial program at the Cheminis deposit. The second drill rig has intersected high-grade, near-surface gold assays containing intervals of 12.3 g/t Au over 5.0 meters including 18.1 g/t over 3.0 meters. The drill results are 2 km to the west of the Bear Deposit, where drilling continues to probe down plunge and strike extensions. The Cheminis mine has numerous historical levels and these new drill results establish up dip continuity to the main workings, which exhibit superior grades and widths. Aker Solutions to Deliver Umbilicals for the Dalma Gas Development Project in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) OSLO, Norway, Aug. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Aker Solutions has won an order from ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) to deliver subsea umbilicals for the Dalma gas development project located offshore UAE in the shallow waters of the Persian Gulf. Deep Yellow Limited (ASX:DYL) Positive Results From Tumas 1 East Drilling Deep Yellow Limited (ASX:DYL) (FRA:JMI) (OTCMKTS:DYLLF) is pleased to report the completion of the exploration and resource upgrade drilling in the Tumas 1 East palaeochannel. Resource drilling along Tributary 5 on EPL 3497 was completed where drill densities are now sufficient to undertake an Inferred Resource Estimation. Importantly, exploration drilling has delineated a new zone of high-grade uranium mineralisation at the confluence of Tributary 8 and the main Tumas channel. This EPL is held by Reptile Uranium Namibia (Pty) Ltd (RUN), part of the group of companies wholly owned by Deep Yellow. Material Sciences Corporation Takes Top Honors in 2019 Altair Enlighten Award Program CANTON, Mich., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Material Sciences Corporation (MSC) was named one of only five winners globally of the 2019 Altair Enlighten Award at a ceremony on August 5. This awards event is timed to coincide with the CAR Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, Michigan. The prestigious Enlighten Award was created to honor the greatest achievements in the world of vehicle weight savings each year. Largo Resources Announces Notice to Terminate its Off-take Agreement TORONTO, Aug. 20, 2019 /CNW/ - Largo Resources Ltd. ("Largo" or the "Company") (TSX: LGO) (OTCQX: LGORF) announces that it has formally given notice to Glencore International AG ("Glencore") of the nonrenewal of its off-take agreement dated May 14, 2008. In accordance with this notice, the off-take agreement will expire effective April 30, 2020. Aurion Resources Announces the Appointment of Mark Santarossa as VP Corporate Development ST. JOHN'S, Aug. 20, 2019 /CNW/ - Aurion Resources Ltd. (TSX VENTURE: AU) ("Aurion" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Mr. Mark D. Santarossa as Vice President of Corporate Development. Sigma Announces Acquisition of Avalon Precision Casting GARNER, N.C., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sigma Electric Manufacturing Corporation ("Sigma") a leading global manufacturer of ferrous and non-ferrous castings, precision machined components and sub-assemblies, today announced the acquisition of US-based Avalon Precision Casting ("Avalon"). Novelis and Georgia Institute of Technology Establish Novelis Innovation Hub at Georgia Tech ATLANTA, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Novelis Inc., the world leader in aluminum sheet products, technologies and recycling, today announced a new collaboration with the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) to establish the Novelis Innovation Hub at Georgia Tech. The company commits $2.5 million to initiate research, faculty, student, and educational program support. The collaboration will promote basic and translational research, innovative business models, and related educational endeavors at Georgia Tech and will serve as a cross-functional hub connecting Novelis' technical and business innovators with Georgia Tech's students and faculty. New Water Portfolio Company Sea Link International Acquires Hicks Plastics BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Private equity firm New Water Capital L.P. announced that one of its portfolio companies, Sea Link International, has acquired Hicks Plastics Company, a leading Tier II provider of injection molded and metallized automotive forward lighting components. Hicks Plastics is headquartered in Macomb, Michigan, near Detroit, with a secondary facility located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Position Sensor Market to Reach a Market Size of $8 Billion by 2025 - KBV Research NEW DELHI, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report Global Position Sensor Market, published by KBV research, The Global Position Sensor Market size is expected to reach $8 billion by 2025, rising at a market growth of 8.6% CAGR during the forecast period. EY Canadian Mining Eye index sees continued positive trends in second quarter Sources available to discuss uptick in Q2 2019 Visiongain Publishes Global Gas Sensor Market 2019-2029 Report LONDON, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Analysis by Product Type (Oxygen (O2)/Lambda Gas Sensors, Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Gas Sensors, Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas Sensors, Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Gas Sensors, Methyl Mercaptan Sensors, Others), by Technology (Electrochemical, Semiconductor, Solid State/MOS, Photo-Ionization Detector (PID), Catalytic, Infrared, Others), by End User (Medical, Petrochemical and Environmental), Company and Country Analysis and Forecasts Monarch Gold Announces the Closing of the Fayolle Gold Deposit Acquisition MONTREAL, Aug. 20, 2019 /CNW Telbec/ - MONARCH GOLD CORPORATION ("Monarch" or the "Corporation") (TSX: MQR) (OTCMKTS: MRQRF) (FRANKFURT: MR7) is pleased to announce the closing of the acquisition of an aggregate 100% interest in the Fayolle property from Hecla Quebec Inc. ("Hecla") (NYSE: HL), formerly known as Aurizon Mines Ltd., and Typhoon Exploration Inc. ("Typhoon") (TSXV: TYP). In exchange, Monarch has issued 12 million shares to Hecla and 3.4 million shares to Typhoon. Monarch has also paid Typhoon an amount of $500,000 and will pay an additional $500,000 in five months and $150,000 in 12 months. The shares issued to Hecla and Typhoon are subject to restrictions on their transfer for periods of up to 24 months. Colorado Resources Completes Acquisition of Buckingham Copper TSX-V: CXO Control Flow Choke Market is Estimated to Grow at a 3.1% CAGR Over 2018-2028 - PMR NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Persistence Market Research's new market research report titled, 'Control Flow Choke Market: Global Industry Analysis 2013-2017 and Market Forecast 2018-2028', investigates the control flow choke market, and provides critical insights for the forecast period 2018 to 2028. Chalice Gold Mines - Strong, shallow EM conductors identified ahead of maiden drill program at King Leopold Nickel Sulphide Project, WA Drilling planned to commence next month to test multiple new ground-based EM targets Josemaria Resources Inc. and NGEx Minerals Ltd. Announce TSX Venture Exchange Approval and Listing of NGEx Minerals Common Shares VANCOUVER, Aug. 20, 2019 /CNW/ - Josemaria Resources Inc. (TSX: JOSE) (OMX: JOSE) ("Josemaria") and NGEx Minerals Ltd. ("NGEx Minerals") are pleased to announce that NGEx Minerals has received confirmation from the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV") that the conditions for listing have been satisfied and the TSXV has issued its Final Exchange Bulletin on August 16, 2019 confirming the approval of the listing of the common shares of NGEx Minerals (the "NGEx Minerals Common Shares") on the TSXV. The NGEx Minerals Common Shares commence trading today on the TSXV as a Tier 2 Issuer under the ticker symbol "NGEX". Treasury Metals Granted Federal Government Environmental Assessment Approval for the Goliath Gold Project TSX: TML OTCQX: TSRMF ZK International to Benefit from New Green Building Standard That Went into Effect on August 1, 2019 WENZHOU, China, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- ZK International Group Co., Ltd. (ZKIN) ("ZK International" or the "Company"), a designer, engineer, manufacturer, and supplier of patented high-performance stainless steel and carbon steel pipe products primarily used for water and gas supplies, today announced that the Chinese government started implementing a new Assessment Standard for Green Buildings ('the New Standard") this month, which the Company believes provides a favorable catalyst for the stainless steel pipe industry for years to come and could potentially benefit companies such as ZK International. Equinox Gold Completes Share Consolidation VANCOUVER, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - Equinox Gold Corp. (TSX-V: EQX, OTC: EQXFF) ("Equinox Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has completed its previously announced consolidation of the common shares of the Company at a ratio of five pre-consolidation common shares for one post-consolidation common share (the "Consolidation"). Common shares of the Company will begin trading on a consolidated basis under the existing trading symbol at market open. As a result of the Consolidation, shares issuable pursuant to the Company's outstanding options, warrants, restricted share units and other convertible securities will be proportionally adjusted on the same basis. PennEngineering Achieves ISO 14001:2015 Certification for Global Headquarters DANBORO, Penn., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- PennEngineering, a global leader in the fastening industry, has been awarded ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System) certification for their global headquarters in Danboro, Pennsylvania. Avesoro Announces Receipt of Non-Binding Acquisition Proposal from Controlling Shareholder and Operational and Financial Update TSX: ASO AIM: ASO Barrian Mining Engages APEX Geoscience Ltd. to Manage Drill Program at Bolo VANCOUVER, Aug. 20, 2019 /CNW/ - Barrian Mining Corp. ("Barrian Mining") (BARI: TSX-V / BARRF: OTCQB / BM5: FSE) is pleased to announce that it has engaged APEX Geoscience Ltd. ("APEX") to manage its previously announced summer drill program at Bolo. APEX is a leading minerals sector geological consulting services firm. Kris Raffle, P.Geo., Principal and Consultant of APEX will oversee Barrian Mining's exploration program. EESTech announces Environmental Impact Assessment for Samancor project NEW CASTLE, Del., Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- EESTech (OTC: EESH) - EESTech's Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process for the Samancor Ferrochrome slag reclamation project has commenced with the appointment of EkoInfo (www.ekoinfo.co.za), a highly respected a South African Environmental & Wildlife Management Consultancy. Deep Yellow Limited (ASX:DYL) Renewal of Exploration Prospecting Licences Deep Yellow Limited (ASX:DYL) (OTCMKTS:DYLLF) (Deep Yellow or Company) is pleased to advise the Namibian Ministry of Mines and Energy have notified the Company of their preparedness to grant the renewal of Exploration Prospecting Licences (EPLs) 3496 and 3497 for a further two years, until 4 August 2021. The location of EPLs 3496 and 3497 is shown in Figure 1 in link below. Integrated Hardware and Software: Chroma Offers Smart Factory Solutions TAOYUAN, Taiwan, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Chroma ATE has over 30 years of experience with measurement and automated testing equipment and has assisted in integrating factories of various sizes with Chroma Sajet MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) as the core system of the automated factory. Successful cases span across different industries, including electronic assembling, optoelectronic semiconductors, new energy, precision hardware, medical care, and textile factories; many of which are world-class manufacturing plants. Sajet MES has passed many software certifications and validations. Our professional consultants enable Chroma to seize the market trends precisely. Moreover, the software is especially advantageous when integrated with other Chroma Group hardware products to offer a Turnkey solution. Horizon Minerals Limited (ASX:HRZ) Drilling at Binduli Continues to Deliver Excellent Results Horizon Minerals Limited (ASX:HRZ) ("Horizon" or the "Company") (formerly Intermin Resources Limited) is pleased to announce further excellent reverse circulation ("RC") drilling results from the 100% owned Binduli gold project area located 9km west of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in the heart of the Western Australian goldfields (Figure 1). New program to clean up largest abandoned mines in the Yukon and the Northwest Territories YELLOWKNIFE, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Canada is moving forward with a long-term plan to clean up contaminated sites in the North. Hastings Technology Metals Ltd (ASX:HAS) Significant Milestone Achieved EPA Approval for Yangibana Hastings Technology Metals Limited (ASX:HAS) (FRA:5AM) ("Hastings" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that it received notification from the Hon. Stephen Dawson, Minister for Environment that he has granted the environmental permit for the Yangibana Rare Earths Project (Yangibana Project). Sailfish and Wexford Provide Early Warning Disclosure Following Completion of Arrangement between Sailfish and Terraco TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Sailfish Royalty Corp. (TSX-V: FISH) (the "Company" or "Sailfish") and Wexford Spectrum Trading Limited ("WST") and Wexford Catalyst Trading Limited (together with WST, the "Wexford Funds"), two private investment funds managed by Wexford Capital LP ("Wexford"), are providing the following disclosure under the early warning requirements of Canadian securities laws. Sailfish Royalty Completes Acquisition of Terraco Gold, Creating a New Growth-Oriented Royalty Company TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands and VANCOUVER, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Sailfish Royalty Corp. ("Sailfish") (TSX Venture: FISH) and Terraco Gold Corp. ("Terraco") (TSX Venture: TEN) are pleased to announce the completion of the previously announced transaction between the two companies (the "Arrangement"). Sailfish has now acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of Terraco (the "Terraco Shares") in exchange for consideration of 0.12 of a common share of Sailfish (each full share, a "Sailfish Share") for each Terraco Share, pursuant to a court approved plan of arrangement (the "Plan of Arrangement"). Katanga Announces Passing of Board Member Terry Robinson ZUG, Switzerland, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Katanga Mining Limited (TSX: KAT) announces that Terry Robinson, a member of its Board of Directors, passed away Friday, August 16, 2019. Goliath Gold Project - Environmental Assessment Decision OTTAWA, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is working to protect the environment while growing the economy and creating good jobs for Canadians. Barkerville Gold Mines Delivers Positive PEA for Cariboo Gold Project After-Tax IRR of 28%, NPV C$402M (US$310M), Capex C$306M (US$ 235M) Rover Metals provides update on intent to acquire the Toquima precious metals property, Nevada, USA, and concurrent private placement financing VANCOUVER, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Rover Metals Corp. (TSXV: ROVR) (OTCQB: ROVMF) ("Rover Metals" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that further to its April 10, 2019 and June 26, 2019 news releases, it continues to make progress on its acquisition of the Toquima precious metals property (the "Transaction"). Rover Metals has now filed and received approval for the Transaction from the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV"), subject to raising the minimum financing requirement (see below) and completion of a definitive acquisition agreement. Values-in-Action Honors Todd Leebow and Majestic Steel CLEVELAND, Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Majestic Steel USA president and CEO Todd Leebow was honored to be among the recipients of the Values-in-Action Foundation's Sam Miller Goodness Award at the foundation's 18th Annual Celebration of Goodness Luncheon, held July 10, 2019. Universal Security Instruments Reports First-Quarter Results OWINGS MILLS, Md., Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Security Instruments, Inc. (NYSE Amex: UUU) today announced results for its fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2019. Drill Program at Granada Gold Mine Begins on Near-Surface Mineralized Structures ROUYN-NORANDA, QC, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Granada Gold Mine Inc. (TSXV: GGM) (the "Company" or "Granada") has commenced a drill program at the Granada Gold Mine property on the Cadillac Break in Quebec. Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. Declares Dividend NAPERVILLE, Ill., Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 19, 2019 the Board of Directors of Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. (NYSE American: CVR) declared a regular quarterly dividend of twenty two (22) cents per share, payable September 20, 2019 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 5, 2019. Drilling at Las Conchitas Extends Near Surface, High-Grade Gold Mineralization, Including 19.55 g/t Gold and 40.6 g/t Silver Over 1.2 Meters TSX-V: MKO New Handheld Analyzer Uses Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy for Fast, More Accurate Carbon Measurement in the Field TEWKSBURY, Mass., Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- For petrochemical plants, fabricators, scrap recyclers and quality control departments seeking to measure low concentrations of carbon in metal, a new handheld analyzer features laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) for speed, increased accuracy and greater mobility. Chalice Gold Mines Limited to commence trading on the OTCQB Venture Market in the United States PERTH, Western Australia, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Chalice Gold Mines Limited ("Chalice" or "the Company", ASX: CHN | TSX: CXN | OTCQB: CGMLF) is pleased to advise that the Company's ordinary shares have been approved for trading on the OTCQB Venture Market (OTCQB) in the United States. The trading symbol of the Company on OTCQB is CGMLF. The Company had previously traded on the restricted OTC Pink platform. FireFox Gold acquires 984 square km in Kierinki Schist Belt - An emerging gold region in Finland VANCOUVER, Aug. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - FireFox Gold Corp. ("FireFox" or the "Company") is pleased to report that it has incorporated two new tenement blocks, collectively called the Kierinki Project ("Kierinki" or "the Project") into its gold exploration portfolio in central Lapland, Finland. The Project covers 983.9 km(2) (98,390 hectares) in the Kierinki Schist Belt and demonstrates geologic potential to host orogenic gold deposits but has never been the focus of detailed exploration. The Project blocks are situated less than 30 km from the Company's portfolio of over 500 km(2) of gold projects in the Central Lapland Greenstone Belt. Metal Powders for Additive Manufacturing Market to Reach US$1,783.9 Mn by 2025 At Stellar 22.4% CAGR, Noted TMR ALBANY, New York, Aug. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The global metal powders for additive manufacturing market is likely to ride high on the back of burgeoning demand from various end-use industries, especially automotive and aerospace. Manufacturers of metal powders are looking for avenues to form strategic partnerships with OEMs of various end-use industries.