Press Releases

Recipients of 3M Grants Come to Tell Their Tales of Innovative Research In what may be the most eclectic assemblage of visionary young scientists in any corporate setting, 29 non-tenured faculty...

For nearly a decade, Command adhesive strips have given people more options when hanging household items, thanks to their unique adhesive that holds on strongly, comes off cleanly and leaves no...

3M announced today the introduction of the world's first hollow glass microsphere capable of withstanding injection molding and extrusion pressures of 30,000 psi. 3M performance additives iM30K...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution (SCE) solutions, today announced that Pirtek Fluid Systems has selected the HighJump Supply Chain Advantage...

Joining the groundswell of support for the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) 100,000 Lives Campaign, 3M applauds this milestone "best practices" initiative to prevent thousands of...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution (SCE) solutions, today announced that it is working with Flexware Innovation to help manufacturers select and...

The U.S. Department of Energy (D.O.E.) has presented its 2006 Hydrogen Program R&D Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fuel Cell R&D to 3M senior staff scientist Mark Debe. Dr. Debe is heading a...

A recent survey of wound care clinicians showed that selecting the most cost-effective wound dressing and managing exudate are the biggest issues they face when treating a wound. Sponsored by 3M...

3M announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the safety business of POMP Medical and Occupational Health Products LLC, a key provider of products such as earplugs,...

Two new products in 3M's line of SLiC aerial terminals offer additional flexibility for copper networks while providing protection in the harshest environmental conditions. 3M is introducing these...

The Vikuiti Optical Core from 3M recently received the Silver Award in the 2006 Display Component of the Year program sponsored by the Society for Information Display (SID). The primary design...

The new 3M MX2000 dropwire connectors - designed for distribution, protection and customer termination in overhead lines - protect networks in the harshest environmental conditions, are easy to...

3M announced today its intent to build a safety products manufacturing plant in Korea to meet the growing demand for respiratory protection products in Asia and to better serve its customers in...

3M Digital Signage, worldwide provider of digital signage network solutions, today announced the release of 3M(TM) Digital Signage Software - Network Edition version 3.0. Network Edition digital...

3M, a world leader in optical film products, will demonstrate its innovative line of LCD screen protective films at D/C Expo 2006 in Chicago (booth #227). Among its trio of protective films are...

3M, a world leader in optical film products, will demonstrate its innovative line of LCD screen protective films at D/C Expo 2006 in Chicago (booth #227). Among its trio of protective films are...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution solutions, today announced that Mutual of Omaha is leveraging HighJump Warehouse Advantage as a key component...

3M announced today that it will participate in the UBS Best of Americas Conference, Wednesday, May 31, in London, U.K. George W. Buckley, chairman of the board, president and chief executive...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution solutions, today announced several customer wins and successes in the wine, spirits and beverage industry....

When it comes to design, the inspiration and vision for new creations can come from just about anywhere. Sometimes, however, it is just better to go straight to the experts. 3M, widely known as an...

3M Company (NYSE:MMM) announced it has learned of an unsolicited "mini-tender" offer made on May 4 by TRC Capital Corporation to stockholders to purchase up to 1.25 million of 3M's common shares,...

Four private colleges with programs ranging from the environment to community efforts that benefit youth and vulnerable adults will receive 3M Vision Grants totaling more than $183,000. The grants...

3M today announced the launch of three new tabletop self-checkout systems. The portable, all-in-one 3M SelfCheck System V-Series Tabletop units give libraries placement flexibility while producing...

HighJump Software, a 3M company and enVista today announced that Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC has selected HighJump Software's supply chain execution solutions for sites across...

3M announced the opening of its first Customer Technology Center in Moscow today. The center serves as a base for 3M to work with customers to mutually address the current demands of the Russian...

Whether using nails, screws or complex hooks to hang objects, all of these tools require careful precision and skill and can ultimately damage your walls. Now, 3M is introducing Command picture...

3M chairman, president and CEO George W. Buckley outlined the company's four main elements of strategic focus to more than 3,000 shareholders today at 3M's annual meeting of stockholders in St....

The Board of Directors of 3M (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company's common stock of 46 cents per share for the second quarter of 2006, payable June 12, 2006, to shareholders of...

Whether wrapping piles of graduation gifts or cutting recipes from magazines, it's important to have a cutting tool that provides clean, straight cuts in a simple, quick and safe fashion. The new...

3M, a world leader in window film technology, today announced the introduction of an innovative new line of window film products called the 3M Window Film Prestige Series. These new films are the...

3M Deutschland GmbH in Neuss announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SBG (Software und Beratung im Gesundheitswesen) GmbH, a Berlin-based developer of diagnosis...

"The unique nature of 3M's business model lends power unseen elsewhere," said 3M chairman, president and CEO George W. Buckley as he outlined 3M's long-term strategy at an analyst conference at...

Today 3M announced the launch of 3M Coban 2 layer compression system, a new wound care product designed to deliver sustained therapeutic compression for the treatment of edema associated with...

3M Novec 1230 fluid provides a sustainable technology for offshore marine vessels Offshore Technology Conference, Booth #5379 - May 1-4, 2006 - 3M today announced that 3M Novec1230 fire protection...

A 3M motor lead pigtail splice kit that has a removable and reusable boot is one of the latest innovations from 3M. Used in splicing motor lead cables to incoming feeder cables, this new boot fits...

Pair Brings Enhanced Security to Passports and Travel Documents 3M and Graphic Security Systems Corp. (GSSC) today announced technical compatibility between 3M travel document readers and...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution (SCE) solutions, today announced that Musician's Friend has selected the HighJump Supply Chain Advantage...

Do friends refer to you as the next domestic diva with your creative home decorating and crafting projects? Or, maybe you're a do-it-yourself guru who enjoys tackling various home improvement and...

3M (NYSE:MMM) announced today that it will webcast its 2006 Investor Conference on Tuesday, May 2. The conference is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. To access the webcast and to...

The O-Cel-O(TM) brand announced today the launch of a new scrub sponge design from world renowned fashion designer, Betsey Johnson. The cheerful pattern - vibrant pink polka dots on an aquamarine...

Thorough bathroom cleaning has never been a job for the squeamish - grimy floors, moldy tubs and messy toilets are enough to make even the most seasoned cleaning expert run for cover. Just in time...

3M (NYSE:MMM) today announced its sales and profit results for the first quarter 2006. First-quarter net income was $899 million, or $1.17 per share, versus $771 million, or $0.97 per share, in...

Contractors, painters and do-it-yourself enthusiasts have long been aware of the slow and tiresome process of sanding. Both professionals and DIYers have had to settle for sanding tools that were...

3M, a major force in the communications industry for more than 100 years, has a growing set of products to help MSOs deliver reliable bandwidth and meet next-generation, full-service CATV network...

3M Touch Systems Inc. announces availability of the new MicroTouch CT150 15" LCD touch screen monitor specifically designed for self-service and industrial applications. The MicroTouch CT150 touch...

3M Digital Signage announced today it has entered into a distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM), the world's largest technology distributor. 3M Digital Signage provides...

3M Company announced today that Vance D. Coffman, a member of the company's Board of Directors since 2002, has been elected as lead director, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Mr....

With booming birthday party businesses across the country, parents often seek the trendiest, most popular setting to host their children's birthdays - including upscale restaurants, amusement...

3M (NYSE:MMM) today announced it expects first-quarter, local-currency sales growth and earnings per share to be higher than previously indicated. For the first quarter ended March 31, the company...

HighJump Software, a 3M company, a global provider of adaptable supply chain execution solutions, today announced an increasing number of food and beverage distributors are choosing its solutions...