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Boeing Works Technology-Transfer With Danish AlmexA

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Friday, October 16th, 2009

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Boeing [BA] this week sent two of its manufacturing development experts to AlmexA, a machining firm based in Odense, Denmark, to provide training on high- speed machining techniques for aluminum and titanium components used in the aerospace industry and other markets. The technology-transfer project supports Boeing's industrial-cooperation program tied to Denmark's New Combat Aircraft competition in which the Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet strike fighter is a finalist. "As a small business in a global market, it is incredibly valuable for…

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