FridaySep 16, 2011 9:22 am

Ohio Hospital First in US to Purchase Viking Systems (VKNG) 3DHD Equipment

Yesterday, Viking Systems, Inc. announced that Columbus, Ohio's Nationwide Children's Hospital has purchased two of the company's 3DHD Vision Systems for use in their facilities. They are the first hospital in the United States to purchase such equipment. Previously, all sales of Viking's 3DHD systems had been in markets outside of the US. Viking Systems is a developer and manufacturer of 3D and 2D visualization solutions for complex minimally invasive surgery, selling the only standalone 3D system for use in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. These minimally invasive systems speed recovery time by reducing the amount of invasive surgery required in…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 2:00 pm

Sono Resources, Inc. (SRCI) Acquires Substantial New Strategic Licenses in Botswana, Encompassing both Matchless and Kalahari Belt Mineralization

Sono Resources, well-known for their substantial Bonnyridge Project (contiguous license blocks covering some 2965.6 sq km) in Botswana, on what is essentially an extension of the prolific Kalihari Copper Belt (proven high copper/silver concentrations), announced their agreement to acquire three strategically located and highly prospective mineral exploration licenses in Botswana totaling some 1872.7 sq km. The licenses encompass both the Ghanzi-Chobe Fold Belt (Kalahari Belt, one of the planet’s largest copper belts, where developers like Hana Mining have already defined muti-million tonne copper-silver resources) and Matchless Amphibolite Belt style of mineralization. With the matchless belt extending across the border into…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 1:55 pm

VIVUS, Inc. (VVUS) Gives Regulatory Update on Its QNEXA Drug

VIVUS, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company developing therapies to address obesity, sleep apnea, diabetes and male sexual health. The company's lead product in clinical development is an obesity drug, QNEXA. The company announced today that, following a recent teleconference, it has reached agreement with officials of the Endocrine and Metabolic Division of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on a plan that allows for an early resubmission of the QNEXA New Drug Application for the treatment of obesity. Based on the agreement, VIVUS intends to resubmit it by the end of next month. This date will be prior to the…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:48 pm

First Surgical Partners Inc. (FSPI) Updates Public on Company Operations

First Surgical Partners, Inc. released an announcement today to provide updates on its current operations. The company, which provides non-emergency surgeries through two ambulatory surgery centers and a general acute care hospital, increased its total case volume to 3,137 in the sixth month period ending on June 30th. These numbers represent a 3.1% increase in volume over the same period last year. During this sixth month period, First Surgical also added three new physician partners, bringing the total surgical staff to 37. First Surgical anticipates having approximately 45 physician partners by the end of 2011. In the fourth quarter of…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:45 pm

Arabian American Development Co. (ARSD) Reports Lease Approvals in Saudi Arabia

Arabian American Development Co. reported that the company received approval for four additional mining leases in Saudi Arabia. The company believes that the areas are prospective for gold, copper, zinc, nickel, and silver. The leases were awarded to Al Masane Al Kobra Mining Company, a joint stock company active in Saudi Arabia that is 37% owned by Arabian American Development Co. The leases were explored previously by Arabian American Development Co. in the 1980’s at a cost of $3 million. Arabian American Development said that the leases are in the Al Masane area of Najran province and are near to…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:19 pm

SupportSave Solutions, Inc. (SSVE) Casts a Wide Net

Anyone doubting the extent to which companies are turning to overseas outsourcing, to reduce costs and firm up their bottom line, need only look at SupportSave Solutions, a growing provider of remotely manageable business processes with primary operations in the Philippines. The company’s high-efficiency business model allows even small companies to take advantage of serious cost savings, and the range of industries and operational needs they serve is extensive. SupportSave caters to high-tech electronics and software companies, transportation and logistics, retail and e-Commerce, media and publishing, and online service providers, among others. They provide a variety of contact center services,…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:09 pm

China Botanic Pharmaceutical (CBP) Posts Strong Q3 Results, Guidance

China Botanic Pharmaceutical Inc., a biopharmaceutical and botanical products developer in the People’s Republic of China, today announced financial results for the three months ended July 31, 2011, reflecting increases across the board. Third quarter net sales increased 33.6 percent to $12.4 million compared to $9.3 million during the same period in 2010. The company attributes the increase mainly to a year-over-year increase in average selling prices of the company's products. Net income for the third quarter of 2011 rose 73.0 percent to $2.5 million, or $0.07 per diluted share. Gross profit increased 60.8 percent to $7.5 million compared to…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:04 pm

Small Cap Voice: Tootie Pie Company (TOOT) August Sales Up 56%

Tootie Pie Company, Inc. announced that its August 2011 sales were up 56% over August of 2010. This marks the 22nd consecutive month of sales increases. “In addition to increased sales from our Cafés, we are experiencing increases in corporate and wholesale as well,” said Don Merrill, President & CEO. “We are truly looking forward to the upcoming holiday season.” Tootie Pie Company bakes and sells high-quality, handmade pies through three basic sales channels: retail, corporate and wholesale. The retail segment serves individual customers through sales in its Tootie Pie Gourmet Cafés, in-store sales, orders via telephone and internet on…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 12:00 pm

Small Cap Voice Audio Interview with President and CEO of Stronghold Metals (SDMTF) is Now Available

SmallCapVoice.com, Inc. announced today that a new audio interview with Stronghold Metals Inc. (TSXV: Z; OTCQX: SDMTF), a mining exploration company based in Vancouver, BC, and which focuses on the discovery of gold, copper and other metals in South America, is now available. The interview can be heard at http://smallcapvoice.com/blog/9-14-11-audio-interview-with-stronghold-metals-inc-otcqx-sdmtf SmallCapVoice.com is a recognized corporate investor relations firm, with clients nationwide, known for its ability to help emerging growth companies build a following among retail and institutional investors. SmallCapVoice.com utilizes its stock newsletter to feature its daily stock picks, audio interviews, as well as its clients’ financial news releases. SmallCapVoice.com…

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ThursdaySep 15, 2011 10:07 am

Procera Networks, Inc. (PKT) Announces $6 Million Second Follow-On Order with Leading North American Company

Located in Fremont, California, Procera Networks has quickly earned a reputation as a leader in the development of Intelligent Policy Enforcement (IPE) solutions. Yesterday, Procera took a major step towards prominence with the announcement they have received a $6 million second follow-on order from a leading North American Cable MSO. This order comes just six months after the MSO awarded a $2 million follow-on order in April 2011. Procera’s PacketLogic technology is being deployed in all of the MSO’s geographies; replacing a leading competitor and symbolizing further growth for the young company as it expand its footprint and continues competitive…

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