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September 29, 2006

Safestyle's Customer Care Proves To Be Best at G 06 Awards

Safestyle UK won the prestigious G 06 awards for the best customer care.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Safestyle UK, the country's leading independent replacement window and door retailer, has scooped a major prize at this year's prestigious G 06 Awards recently held to highlight and reward excellence in the glass, glazing and fenestration industries.

The company, which is part of the Style Group UK, was nominated and short-listed for three awards at this year's annual G06 Awards. They were for the Best Customer Care, the Installer of the Year and Promotional Campaign of the Year - Safestyle being the 2005 winner of the latter. More than 500 industry members at the Birmingham Metropole Hotel applauded as Safestyle UK overcame stiff national competition to come out on top in the much coveted Customer Care category.

The Style Group's chief executive, John Ross, commented: "Our Group has won several awards in recent years but this latest honour for customer care is one any company would regard as extremely important. Recently we received BSI accreditation for Customer Service but that will not stop us from continuing to invest heavily on training and new technology to ensure we continue to develop our customer care and service records even further."

"To be nationally recognised as bucking the trend in an industry that traditionally has a poor public image shows we are on the right track. We now implement a most demanding and high quality training programme for all staff and this award is the result. However, we will not rest on our laurels and will ensure our record continues as second to none."

The high profile, national G Awards are open on an annual basis to all organisations in the glass, glazing and fenestration industries and aim to reward excellence in twelve different categories.

About Style Group UK
The Style Group UK is the largest independent manufacturer, supplier and retailer of uPVC windows and uPVC doors in the United Kingdom. Since its inception in 1992 the Group has continued to expand and now has 40 branches across the country from the South West to the North East serviced by a large in-house transport fleet. It ranks as one of Yorkshire's fastest growing companies according to a recent Business Insider Top 500 companies survey published in July 2005, rising from 129th to 88th.

The Group incorporates three specialist subsidiaries catering for manufacture, trade supply and retail as follows:-

Windowstyle UK is the manufacturing arm and its state-of-the-art factory in Wombwell, near Barnsley, South Yorkshire produces up to 10,000 quality assured frames per week. It is also the area's largest single employer.

Tradestyle UK (http://www.tradestyle.biz) was established in 2002 and supplies exclusively to non-fabricating retailers and installers. It has its own manufacturing facility and has seen demand for its products at a genuine trade price soar way beyond expectations.

Safestyle UK (http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk) is the best known name within the Group. It is synonymous with quality and affordability and installs domestic window and door frames valuing in excess of £2 million every week. It is renowned for its memorable, celebrity-fronted television and radio advertising campaigns featuring its value-for-money offers.

For further information please contact:
Ashley Metcalfe
CHS Ltd
+44 1924 256050

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Gateway Announces Retail Plaza Full, New Plaza and Restaurant Under Construction Construction on Parkway at 17 in Full Swing

Gateway Builders and Properties announced that Phase One of their development plans for Parkway at 17 is near completion after less than 24 months since the project was conceived. The retail plaza has reached capacity and there are active construction projects on four of the sold out-lots.

Elkhart, Ind. (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Gateway Builders and Properties announced that Phase One of their development plans for Parkway at 17 is near completion after less than 24 months since the project was conceived. The retail plaza has reached capacity and there are active construction projects on four of the sold out-lots.

Dan Brekke, President of Gateway, stated "Wow, I am surprised that a project that we had slated for a five year build out has taken off in the manner that it did." Parkway at 17 was little more than a 25 acre sweet corn field less than 36 months ago and now has become the cornerstone for retail and mixed use development on the East Side of Elkhart, Indiana. The development features a new concept to mixed use development in Elkhart County, using limited traffic access to not disrupt the flow of traffic along a busy corridor while giving consumers a balanced mix of retail, food, and professional services all within a protected community atmosphere.

The retail plaza which is cornerstone to this phase of the development recently reached [poo89-000-60807ufull occupancy and is a Gateway model to what can exist in Elkhart County. The plaza features a nice mix of local small businesses and national chain businesses existing within the same community. "The mix of successful national businesses actually helps the local small business owners by creating a draw to the plaza," stated Brekke. "We are fortunate to have the mix we do at the plaza, with national businesses such as Beef O’ Brady’s, Liberty Fitness, Big League Barbers, Nextel, Adecco and RR Donnelly along with local small established business like Pottery Schmottery, Weaver Furniture,
Hobby Plus, Reflections Jewelers and Char’s Café, we have created a small incubator for retail and mixed use business that is proving to be very a successful model," continued Brekke.

"We wanted to expand our business and the plaza was the perfect choice. Our store downtown has always been successful but we needed to go where the people are and Parkway at 17 was an easy decision. The growth east is amazing and we wanted to get in on the ground floor. We are hoping to attract customers from Goshen, Middlebury, Mishawaka/South Bend, and Michigan," stated Marian Cooper owner of Skinner the Printer Too a tenant of the retail plaza.

"We were glad to see a development such as Parkway at 17, it addressed a need for an affordable food service space along a busy corridor, and to be an anchor in the plaza was an added benefit which we are benefiting from," stated Dave Risner, owner of Beef O’ Brady’s franchise.

Gateway also announced that construction is underway on the second retail plaza for the site which will house a Mexican restaurant, the Elkhart County tradition Sorg Jewelers, and the locally owner Blue Note Steakhouse. Gateway also added that construction of the first professional office building in Tuscany Square is complete, the State Farm office of Ben Baier. "We only have two out-lots remaining on the Phase One site," stated Brekke.

"It is shocking to see a vision being created everyday. I always had an idea of what this project would look like but to see it actually being built everyday is amazing. The success of this phase has jumpstarted the second phase which is still in the concept and design stage but will be a continuation of the vision of Phase One," stated Brekke.

Gateway Builders and Properties is a rapidly expanding commercial construction, land developer, real-estate brokerage and commercial property management firm based out of Elkhart, Indiana and services northern Indiana and southern Michigan. Gateway and its Staff has been involved with the construction of over 10 major construction and development projects over the past six years.

www.gate-wayproperties.com.

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Kansas City Snow Removal Company Modernizes Operations And Equipment To Land Largest Contracts In City And Surrounding Area

Snowmen, one of Kansas City's largest snow removal companies modernizes operations and equipment to keep up with the changing face of the lawncare and snow removal industry. Using todays technology and services, Snowmen has upgraded image and presence in the city by designing its own industry specific snow removal estimating and tracking software, and modernizing office and equipment operations to keep pace with the needs of the highest profile snow accounts in the city.

Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Snowmen, one of Kansas City's largest snow removal companies is proud to announce that it has significantly upgraded and modernized its internal infrastructure to keep pace with the needs of todays modern business society. Snowmen is one of only three companies in the Kansas City area that focuses all of its energies on snow removal year round.

It does not mow grass, spray trees, or do anything else other than focus on snow removal. In order to keep and maintain a large customer base of high-profile clients, Snowmen has had to stay on the leading edge of technology, equipment, and snow removal systems. View Snowmen's website at www.snowmenkc.com Jeremy Swenson, the owner of Snowmen, has designed an industry specific software package for marketing, estimating, bidding and tracking of snow removal accounts and activity. This software will be available for sale in the near future.

Snowmen works over 100 snowplow trucks during a snowstorm, and has over 175 personnel working citywide during a snow or ice event. Snowmen has state of the art office facilities that are custom designed for facilitating the specific needs of snow removal managers and crews during a 24 hour snow or ice event. There are full shower facilities, sleeping rooms, and a comfortable area for crews to refresh during extended winter storms. Snowmen has many high profile clients, and specializes in offering personalized customer service to high profile building owners and managers.

Snowmen is proud to be on the cutting edge of the snow removal industry, and feels that its clients will benefit for many years to come from its efforts to take technology and equipment far beyond just a rusty truck and a snowplow. For more information on Snowmen and the services they provide, visit www.snowmenkc.com

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Grosvenor Security Services, London: Ready to Secure Your Business and its Assets

Security service requirements are at an all-time high in London and the M25 region of the UK due to the spread of terrorism and heightened security threats across the globe. Grosvenor Security Services is the security division of Grosvenor Security and Cleaning Services Limited. The company provides peace of mind with all staff trained to at least BS7499 standards and all staff vetted to BS7858 standards. Grosvenor’s commitment is to provide a high quality service to the highest professional standards. Our officers are interviewed and assessed prior to employment to ensure that they are communicative, literate, smart and committed. Once employed, our management philosophy ensures that they are closely supervised and remain motivated and of the highest quality. Our managers and supervisors are all experienced industry professionals.

London, UK (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Security service requirements are at an all-time high in London and the M25 region of the UK due to the spread of terrorism and heightened security threats across the globe.

Grosvenor Security Services is the security division of Grosvenor Security and Cleaning Services Limited. The company provides peace of mind with all staff trained to at least BS7499 standards and all staff vetted to BS7858 standards. Grosvenor’s commitment is to provide a high quality service to the highest professional standards. Our officers are interviewed and assessed prior to employment to ensure that they are communicative, literate, smart and committed. Once employed, our management philosophy ensures that they are closely supervised and remain motivated and of the highest quality. Our managers and supervisors are all experienced industry professionals.

Security Company in London

Frankly, We Speak Your Language.

Core services to clients include:

• Guarding and Mobile Patrol Service.
• Key Holding and Incident Response.
• Emergency Response and Cover.
• Disaster and Contingency “top-ups”.
• Site Security and Static Security Guards.
• Holiday, Sickness, Paternity and Maternity Cover.
• Locking and Unlocking Business Premises.
• Installing CCTV cameras and Hi-Tech Detection Devices.
• Access Control and Staff Visitor Monitoring, including Metal Detection.
• Mail Monitoring, including X-Ray.
• Anti-Burglary and Anti-Vandalism Solutions.
• Security Advice and Staff Training.
• Risk and Threat Assessment Surveys.
• Executive and VIP Close-Protection Services.
• Overt and Covert Operations.
• Remote Monitoring.

Security Guards in London

You are our client. You are the asset we want to protect.

Combating crime and protecting your assets is vital. You need a security firm that is quietly reputable, reliable and professional.

Grosvenor Security Services have protected VIPs and executives such as the UK Foreign Secretary, (in tandem with his own specialists, of course), senior diplomatic representatives, and members of various Royal families. Protection services can include chauffeur driven limousines, multi-lingual security operatives and a bodyguard service which is ideal for key personnel, foreign visitors and families.

Security Firm in London

Grosvenor Security Services
Based in London and Shropshire, our trained security professionals protect commercial, industrial and infrastructure operations, both public and private. Projects covered by Grosvenor Security Services include:

• Offices.
• Construction and Building Sites.
• Places of Worship and Religious Events.
• Retail Developments.
• Student Halls of Residence.
• Schools, Colleges and Universities.
• Secure and Open Rest Homes for the Elderly.
• Factories and Warehouses.
• Exhibitions, Seminars, Events and Trade fairs.
• Other diverse commercial enterprises.

Trained security guards & personnel protect offices, construction and building sites and there is a CCTV monitoring and a CCTV camera installation service for London and M25 areas.

If your business requires a risk assessment, security guards / officers, or emergency response, Grosvenor is a security company to trust in and rely upon. Our services are on hand 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Quite simply, we are here to protect your assets.

London Security Firm

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Georgetown, Texas Real Estate: Cimarron Hills Ramps up Sales Force

Luxury residential community in Georgetown, Texas increases sales staff to keep pace with rapid growth.

Georgetown, TX (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -– Cimarron Hills, a community of luxury real estate in Georgetown, Texas, is experiencing the highest sales increase since their initial offering in 2000.

To prepare for this and future growth, real estate veteran Jim Bartley has joined Cimarron Hills as Director of Sales for the 800-acre development, located just 20 minutes north of Austin in Georgetown, Texas.

With a career spanning more than 15 years in luxury real estate sales, Bartley has led sales teams at Centex - Horseshoe Bay, Sun City - Georgetown, and Del Webb's Anthem in Phoenix, Ariz. He has also served in executive sales positions with Burberry, Del Webb and Drees Custom Homes.

"There is a clear and definitive growth at Cimarron Hills," said Bartley. "We knew it was necessary to accommodate our growing interest before it outgrew our sales force."

Bartley started at Cimarron Hills earlier this year, and has quickly mobilized sales initiatives toward achieving this goal. In recent months, he has added three new members to the Cimarron Hills sales team, including:

* Jamie Ulmer – Sales Executive
Ulmer brings with her one of Central Texas' strongest real estate resumes. With more than 10 years of experience, she's led sales forces at Del Webb, Reno, Nev., and Lincoln Hills, Calif., as well as with Pulte Homes, San Diego, Calif.

* Chris Baker – Sales Executive
Baker joined Cimarron Hills in April as sales executive. He previously served in a sales position with Centex-Horseshoe Bay, and as an information technology consultant. A 1996 Texas Tech University graduate, Baker earned a degree in management information systems.

* Pat Willingham – Business Development Coordinator
After traveling the world in international sales, Willingham came back to her roots and settled in Texas. Her award-winning real estate experience includes tenures with Drees Custom Homes, Centex Destination Properties-The Waters, Horseshoe Bay, and Centex Homes-Dallas.

"With our most recent additions, Cimarron Hills has found that magic 'mojo' that a community is forever seeking in a sales force," said Mike Coopman, Cimarron Hills' general manager. "The growth and recent success we've experienced are no doubt reflective of a strong and committed sales force and a community primed for growth."

About Cimarron Hills
Just 20 minutes north of Austin, Texas in Georgetown, Cimarron Hills is an unparalleled residential community that combines a luxury club lifestyle with a family-friendly environment. This 800-acre Georgetown, Texas real estate development includes an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course (named one of the "Best Courses in Texas" by Golf Digest), five world-class lighted tennis courts, custom homesites from the $200s and a selection of well-appointed homes from the $600s.

This December, Cimarron Hills will open its new Clubhouse and Spa complex providing more than 45,000 square feet of distinctive luxury amenities and function space. Visit http://www.CimarronHills.com for more details.

About Pivotal Group
Pivotal Group (Phoenix, Arizona) is an institutionally based diversified investment firm widely recognized for its history in creating high-quality residential and commercial environments. It has developed and invested in a diverse portfolio including Promontory - The Ranch Club, a 7,000-acre, 10-square-mile recreational second home and private mountain community in Park City/Deer Valley, Utah; Sandia, the 3,200-acre master-planned community south of Phoenix; Anthology, the 3,000-acre master-planned community in metropolitan Denver; WestWing Mountain, a 1,312-acre master-planned community in Metro Phoenix, which features a 300-acre preserve; Esplanade Place, a luxury residential high-rise in Phoenix; the Century Plaza Hotel & Spa in Los Angeles; the Ritz-Carlton Phoenix; Red Mountain Spa in Southern Utah; and 650 California Street in San Francisco's financial district.

To learn more about Pivotal Group, visit http://www.pivotalgroup.com

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Back-to-Back MBS U.S. Partner of the Year Iteration2 Applauds Selection of Satya Nadella to Lead Microsoft Business Solutions Group

Iteration2 is confident that Satya Nadella will continue the momentum of MBS growth, innovation providing a bright future for Microsoft Dynamics partners and customers

Irvine, California (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), the award winning provider of enterprise-wide business solutions announced it’s enthusiasm with Microsoft’s selection of Satya Nadella to lead Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS). Satya Nadella will replace Doug Burgum, the industry luminary who successfully led the MBS group to dynamic product innovation, deep integration with other Microsoft products, and the development of the industry’s most loyal partner channel.

“I am really excited that Microsoft has selected Satya Nadella to lead the next phase of growth and innovation for MBS. Satya’s leadership and knowledge of Dynamics gives us tremendous confidence that our investment in the Microsoft Partner Program will continue to grow in value. He has the vision, passion and commitment to empower people by delivering strong and innovative software products. He also has a proven track record and relentless focus on customers and partners” says Mike Gillis, President of Iteration2. “Microsoft continues to prove that they are a true innovative leader in business technology and this selection confirms their stake in the business application market. Microsoft has the right leadership, principles, strength and market position to provide amazing opportunities and value for partners. We are proud to be their business partner and continue to enable people and businesses throughout the world to realize their full potential.”

Gillis concluded emphatically “as a loyal partner, the continuity of strong leadership at Microsoft Business Solutions protects our investment…there could not be a stronger or more qualified choice than Satya for this job.”

About Iteration2
Iteration2 provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience that is easier to use, less complex, and more affordable than solutions from SAP and Oracle. Combined with Microsoft’s integrated technology stack and unsurpassed financial strength, this provides a growth platform for today and tomorrow. Iteration2 is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, a leading provider of Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Axapta), and both the 2005 and the 2006 US MBS Partner of the Year

Iteration2’s industry focus, enterprise software domain experience, and exceptional capabilities with Microsoft’s Dynamics product suite and Microsoft’s platform tools provide its clients with clear strategic business advantage. Iteration2 is based in Irvine, CA and has sales offices in strategic locations throughout the United States. Please visit the company’s website at www.iteration2.com.

For more information:
Greg Sad,
Marketing Director
Iteration2
(949) 789-1020

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SafetyXChange.org Hosts Great Debate: Is a Workplace Injury an Accident or an Incident?

Online community of safety professionals voice strong opinions on whether a workplace mishap is an accident or an incident.

Stamford, CT (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- SafetyXChange.org (http://www.safetyxchange.org), the online community for safety professionals, has been turned into an arena for one of the most hotly contested topics in occupational safety: the great “accident” vs. “incident” debate.

The debate involves whether the word “accident” should be used to describe workplace mishaps, particularly those involving personal injury or property damage. Critics contend that the word “accident” implies a certain inevitability and breeds a passive acceptance of risks that directly contributes to the occurrence of accidents; defenders contend that the word “accident” is linguistically and clinically appropriate and that attempts to substitute the word “incident” artificially manipulate the language and distance the safety profession from the real world.

Does any of this matter? “To an outsider, this might all seem like a battle over semantics and the splitting of hairs,” notes Glenn Demby, Editor-in-Chief of SafetyXChange.org. “But for safety professionals, it goes right to the soul of workplace safety and the role of the professional in protecting workers against risks.”

The response of safety professionals seems to bear Demby out. In response to the debate, (which was initially triggered by the article, “The Real Cause of Accidents” written by SafetyXChange Advisory Board Member Wayne Pardy and the rebuttal by Calgary HSSE director Greg MacDonald), more than 50 safety professionals from the U.S., Canada and other parts of the world have written to SafetyXChange.org to express their views. And two days later, the responses are still coming.

SafetyXChange.org was planning to publish all of the responses on October 4 in its regular Wednesday Safety Economics newsletter. But the sheer volume of responses has caught them off guard.

Says Demby, “This newsletter is supposed to be a short and quick read and I don’t see how we’re going to be able to do justice to all the respondents in such a format.”

Still, Demby admits it’s a pleasant problem to have. “Provoking thoughtful debate and discussion is what SafetyXChange is all about. How can I complain about the zeal and passion being exhibited by the members of SafetyXChange.”

To read the original article and join the debate, visit www.SafetyXChange.org. You’ll find the archived article in the Financing Safety section of the Knowledge Center.

About SafetyXChange

After just one year, SafetyXChange.org has had unprecedented success in attracting large numbers of loyal members and fostering a dialog to promote fresh thinking and insight on safety issues. Presently, approximately 14,000 international members participate in the forum, receive the free daily e-newsletters and access more than 300 free articles and Tools in the Knowledge Center. Additional information about SafetyXChange is available on its website at www.safetyxchange.org.

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New UK Crane for World-Class Aluminium Plant

As part of a rolling investment programme, Aluminium Bahrain has installed an additional heavy-duty overhead crane from UK handling specialist Street Crane Company. Operating in the smelting area, the crane will be used for tapping hot metal from the electrolytic cells, beam raising, floor slab removal and pot shell removal and replacement.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- As part of a rolling investment programme, Aluminium Bahrain has installed an additional heavy-duty overhead crane from UK handling specialist Street Crane Company. Operating in the smelting area, the crane will be used for tapping hot metal from the electrolytic cells, beam raising, floor slab removal and pot shell removal and replacement. The crane is engineered for continuous use in extreme temperatures and in an electrically charged environment with high levels of magnetic flux. It was installed with minimal disruption while the plant kept working.

Street have been working with Aluminium Bahrain since 1992 and now have ten cranes installed on site. The new crane is a double girder construction with a main hoist of 20 tonnes safe working load and two auxiliary hoists, each of eight tonnes. During hot metal decanting, the weight of the crucible is taken by the main hoist with the auxiliaries used for tipping. On-hoist weighing precisely measures the aluminium yield from each cell. Because the crane operates 24 hours a day and has a high proportion of heavy lifts, all lift and travel mechanisms are M8 heavy-duty rating.

For safety, crane travel is regulated by Street Crane’s X-Y Zero load swing prevention system. This optimises crane movement for maximum productivity without load swing. Radio remote operation avoids the restrictions of pendant control and allows the user to position themselves for greatest safety and best visibility. In addition to the main brake on the gearbox first reduction shaft, an additional safety disk brake is fitted to the main crane barrel of the hoist.

The crane uses Street’s VX hoists. The VX twin scrolling open barrel design ensures the hook follows a perfectly vertical path. The open plan design also gives very good access for easy maintenance. Motors and controls have been selected to withstand exposure to high temperature and humidity. Insulation provided at the hook, on the crab frame and between the crab frame and the crane bridge, enables the crane to work safely in a highly charged environment.

Aluminium Bahrain is one of the world’s largest producers of aluminium. The ISO9000 and ISO14001 certified plant produces 830,000 tonnes per annum of 99.9 percent pure aluminium as ingots, billets and rolling slabs for the world market. Expansion has proceeded in phases since the plant first opened in 1971, the latest phase being the development of line five at a cost of 1.7 billion US dollars. Over 2900 people work at the plant, which is a major export earner and contributor to the Bahrain economy. Street Crane’s equipment has been in use on the site for over 10 years, proving to be reliable and efficient, even under heavy use in extreme conditions.

More information: Keith Rainford, Street Crane Company, Tel. 00 44 1298 812456 Fax. 00 44 1928 814 945 Web: www.streetcrane.co.uk

High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/st165/3926st1a.htm

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MoneyandMarkets.com: Weiss Research Analyst Mike Larson Warns Investors Housing Market Sinking Faster Than Wall Street Expected

As news spread of the first drop in existing home prices in over 11 years, the speed and severity of the downturn in the housing market surprised many Wall Street analysts, according to Mike Larson, a MoneyandMarkets.com real estate specialist.

JUPITER, FL (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 –- As news spread of the first drop in existing home prices in more than 11 years, the speed and severity of the downturn in the housing market surprised many Wall Street analysts, according to Mike Larson, a MoneyandMarkets.com real estate specialist. Furthermore, Larson cautions investors that this pattern is likely to continue.

Larson, who began warning of a housing market bust in early 2005, points out that:
- “In August, existing home sales fell for the fifth consecutive month. The fact that they’re down 13% in the last year has dashed the hopes of observers for a “soft landing” in this industry.

- “We have just witnessed the first year-over-year drop in median home prices in 11 years — and the second worst such decline in 38 years of record-keeping.

- “With the pile-up of new and existing unsold homes now the largest in history, the latest price decline could be just the first of many.”

Why? Larson explains: “Some analysts believe that the recent decline in mortgage rates will help offset all these negatives. But if the economy slows, unemployment rises, and lending standards tighten, lower rates may not be enough to do the trick.”

Larson is an analyst with Weiss Research. He writes for the company’s Safe Money Report and www.moneyandmarkets.com. He has correctly forecast a number of housing market trends, publishing in June 2005 a report called the “Final Stage of the Real Estate Bubble.” In March 2006, he was also one of the first analysts to forecast the domino effect of the housing slowdown on suppliers, retailers and financial institutions. Last month, condo and co-op prices fell 2.4% year-over-year; while single family prices were down 1.7%. Sales were down 14.5% year over year for condos, and 12.3 percent for single family homes. To view a full list of Larson’s recent real estate reports, visit this link:
http://www.moneyandmarkets.com/results.asp?SearchKeys=larson&SearchArea=3&page=1

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Homes Post Price Drop First Time In 10 Years; "Law and Associates," A Foreclosure Consulting Agency, Points Out Potential Warning Signs Of Foreclosure

Knowing the warning signs of foreclosure are the first steps in preventing it from happening. Florida-based foreclosure mitigation specialists "Law & Associates" point out potential warning signs -- valuable tips can give vulnerable home owners an edge.

Clearwater, Florida (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- "Being on the offensive and being aware of the warning signs of foreclosure gives every homeowner an added edge in vulnerable times," said Richard Boyle of Law & Associates, www.lawandassociates.org specializes in out-of-court resolutions of mortgage litigation. While Law & and Associates are not attorneys, they counsel on behalf of homeowners who find themselves in a variety of situations. Embarrassment and pride must be set aside in order to take the first step in stopping foreclosure. "When you are afraid of losing your home, having a spokesperson who knows how to negotiate with lenders is important. It shifts the power balance in favor of the homeowner who is trying to find options that will save their home, Boyle added, "Being aware of the signs of impending foreclosure, though, is one of the first steps of prevention." www.lawandassociates.org

Home prices have declined for the first time since 1995 and many homeowners may owe more on their mortgages than their house is worth. Time is of the essence and if the homeowner is experiencing any of the following signs Law and Associates will negotiate with the homeowners' lender on behalf of the homeowner and in their best interest. Law and Associates work diligently to obtain a fair solution for the homeowner who has foreclosure looming ahead. www.lawandassociates.org

Warning Signs of Foreclosure:

1: Do you owe more than your house is worth? The risk of foreclosures rises when borrowers take out loans in excess of 80% of a home's purchase price. Statistics suggest that many homebuyers are stretching their budgets well beyond their means. The risk is that recent buyers have such minuscule equity in their homes that if prices fall, they could owe more on their mortgage than their homes are worth. Could your home be worth less than what you owe?

2: Are you behind on your mortgage payments? Falling behind on mortgages for any reason: such as a sudden decreases in income due to the loss of spouse or job, poor financial management which contributes to nonpayment of utility bills, service shutoffs and liens against the property; failure to perform necessary repairs and maintenance which make the property uninhabitable; second mortgage scams which make impossible demands on the homeowner's limited resources.

3: Do you have a Piggy Back Loan (exotic loan) hedging on the fact property values will increase?" Based on increasing property values exotic loans such as interest-only loans and adjustable-rate mortgages (Arms) provide borrowers with a lower monthly payment for a short period of time can create big problems." says Dean Baker, co-director at the Center for Economic and Policy Research.

All of these contributing factors can be addressed if homeowners contact skilled advocates in time for them to defend the homeowner before foreclosure starts. No matter where you live in the United States, Law and Associates will be able to assist homeowners with current mortgage problems. Please contact Law and Associates at 800-329-9973- or visit www.lawandassociates.org

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Real Estate Calculator Makes Real Estate Math Easy

Real Estate Calculator Suite is a Windows®-based collection of 16 real estate and mortgage calculators from Wheatworks.com. The 16 real estate and financial calculators in Real Estate Calculator Suite form a powerful collection of financial tools for any person who wants to explore the financial scenarios related to purchasing or selling real estate.

Ruston, LA (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Real Estate Calculator Suite version 4.5 is a Windows®-based collection of 16 real estate and mortgage calculators from Wheatworks.com.

Real Estate Calculator Suite, from http://www.wheatworks.com, makes real estate math easy for home buyers, home sellers and real estate professionals. The 16 real estate and financial calculators in Real Estate Calculator Suite form a powerful collection of financial tools for any person who wants to explore the financial scenarios related to purchasing or selling real estate.

Real Estate Calculator Suite includes sample data for each of the calculators and has helpful "quick start" instructions give new users an easy introduction. Even easier to use, this version of Real Estate Calculator Suite provides quick relief for any person overwhelmed by real estate or financial math.

Real estate professionals appreciate the comprehensive collection of real estate calculators which help get buyers "in the ballpark". This new release focuses on enhanced ease-of-use, provides additional information in the help documentation and has more useful tips related to the software and real estate transactions.

Real Estate Calculator Suite includes the following calculators:

2 Quick Calculators
2 Downpayment Savings Calculators
Popup Calculator
Date Calculator
Mortgage Qualifier
Loan Spread Calculator
Monthly and Annual Loan Amortization schedules
Estimated Closing Cost Calculator
Refinancing Calculator
Rent or Buy Calculator
Biweekly Payment Calculator
Prepayment Calculator
Home Seller's Proceeds Calculator

In addition to these 16 real estate, financial and mortgage calculators, Real Estate Calculator Suite contains helpful real estate forms built into the software. The "Home Inspection Form" gives home buyers a useful tool to help them review and compare different properties. The "Documentation Checklist" helps borrowers and co-borrowers gather and prepare their paperwork for a mortgage loan application. The "To Do List for Movers" is a comprehensive, 4 page checklist which helps movers organize and manage a well-planned move.

Real Estate Calculator Suite is Windows®-based and runs on Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP Home and XP Professional operating systems. Special features in this release include "Quick Start" help for first time users, improved graphics and faster navigation among the calculators and an integrated Upgrade Center for easy, online updates.

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The Ecobuild Federal and AEC-ST Federal Conference Announces Four Keynote Addresses

Ecobuild Federal and AEC-ST Federal announce four keynote topics and speakers.

Centerville, MA (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- The Ecobuild Federal and AEC-ST Federal conference will feature four keynote sessions as part of their upcoming conference program December 5-7, 2006 at the Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C.

• Building Performance…Going Beyond Ratings, Presented by: Green Building Initiative™. Ward Hubbell, Executive Director, Green Building Initiative™ will lead a panel of experts in sustainable construction who'll outline the need for the industry to refocus green building strategies on building performance. Wednesday, Dec. 6, 10:00am – 11:00am.

• The Changing Face Of BIM-Based IT, Presented by: AECNews.com. Randall Newton, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of AECnews.com and a panel of top BIM software developers will explore the extent of change and the opportunity for new business capabilities BIM and related technologies bring to the AEC professional. Wednesday, Dec. 6, 1:00pm – 2:00pm.

• AEC Square-Off: Industry's Role In BIM, Presented by National Institute of Building Sciences: Facility Information Council and National Building Information Modeling Standards Group. Hear an expert panel discuss what key industry organizations are doing to collectively support the change to BIM on a professional services and information level. Panelists: Dana K. "Deke" Smith, RA, Chair, NIBS Facility Information Council, Roger Grant, Director, Technical Services & Development Dept. The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), Walker Lee Evey, Design-Build Institute of America, Andy Fuhrman, CEO, OSCRE Americas, Inc. Moderated by: Dr. Richard H.F. Jackson, Director, FIATECH. Thursday, Dec. 7, 10:00am – 11:00am.

• Transition 2030, Sponsored by: Mechoshade and broadcast from Santa Fe, New Mexico via IP technology. Virtually join Edward Mazria, AIA, Senior Principal at Mazria Inc. Odems Dzurec to learn the steps necessary to transition the building sector from its present reliance on fossil fuels to a new carbon-free future. Interact with Ed and experience this innovative example of 21st century conferencing technology, no carbon footprint. Thursday, Dec. 7, 1:00pm – 2:00pm.

Ecobuild Federal and AEC-ST Federal are offering free admission to all keynote sessions and the accompanying comprehensive exhibit. To take advantage of this opportunity, registration must be received by Nov. 4, 2006 at www.ecobuildfederal.com or www.aecstfederal.com.

At these sites, you can also access complete conference information on scores of sessions covering: Sustainable Design; Information Technology, BIM & Interoperability; Building Performance; Facilities Management & Operations; Green Construction & Homebuilding; Infrastructure, Civil, Site/Land Development; Specifications, Codes & Contract Documents; International Markets & Business; Project Management & Delivery; Government – Federal, State, & Municipal

About Ecobuild America, LLC, Producer of Ecobuild Federal & AEC-ST Federal
Ecobuild America, LLC (Centerville, MA) under the leadership of principals Richard C. Vendola, Jr., and George Borkovich manages and produces Ecobuild America, Ecobuild Federal, AEC-ST, and AEC-ST Federal. Together they have a depth of experience in technology and event planning, for the AEC industry, including creating and managing the former A/E/C SYSTEMS International conference and exhibition.

NOTE TO PRESS: For complimentary press pass fax a request on your letterhead to 215-821-1263. Access additional releases at www.ecobuildfederal.com or www.aecstfederal.com.

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SBIC to Host Super Thursday at Ecobuild Federal on Dec. 7 - Includes Forum 2006 and SBIC’s Annual Awards Reception

Sustainable Industry Buildings Council (SBIC) to hold Super Thursday and presentations at Ecobuild Federal.

Centerville, MA (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC) has released the agenda for its annual SUPER THURSDAY program, which will take place Thursday, December 7, 2006 at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center as part of the Ecobuild Federal conference and exhibition. The goal of SUPER THURSDAY is to educate members and friends and celebrate the current state of sustainability across the building design and construction industry. SUPER THURSDAY events include SBIC’s FORUM 2006 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm, and the Annual Awards Reception from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. These events directly follow the Ecobuild Federal Keynote Address by renowned architect, lecturer and author, Ed Mazria, AIA, which takes place from 1-2:00 PM. Registration through SBIC is required for FORUM 2006 and early bird admission starts at $75 per person. The Awards Reception is open to all Ecobuild Federal conference attendees and SBIC members free of charge. Awards Reception guests will enjoy complimentary refreshments as they network and celebrate the exemplary work of their colleagues.

Helen English, Executive Director of SBIC explains, “We are proud to once again make Ecobuild Federal the home for SBIC’s annual SUPER THURSDAY events. Ecobuild shares our Beyond Green™ philosophy which is why we are a major supporter of this event. It is also an excellent platform for SBIC to fulfill its mission of educating the industry on sustainable building design. Through our relationship with Ecobuild, our members have the unique opportunity to not only participate in SBIC’s programs, but to attend the Ecobuild exhibit and conference sessions and network with their peers in one great location.” English went on to add, “We are especially thrilled that Ecobuild has anchored our SUPER THURSDAY events with a keynote address by Ed Mazria. From his 1979 seminal work, The Passive Solar Energy Book, to Architecture2030.org─a global movement to address our current climate crisis─Ed has been at the forefront of sustainability, shaping our approach to buildings for more than 30 years.”

The goal of SBIC's Annual FORUM is to educate members and friends about the current state of sustainability across the building design and construction industry. This year, in keeping with SBIC’s tradition of exploring all the elements of a high performance building, the FORUM will examine the nexus between 'sustainable' and 'healthy and productive' design. Using the Whole Building Design Guide (www.WBDG.org) as a starting point, presenters will discuss occupant health and well-being, and how a high performance building contributes to physical and psychological comfort.

SBIC’s Annual Awards Reception recognizes the exceptional contributions that SBIC members and partners make to sustainability across the United States. Now in its sixth year, this prestigious program has received significant attention throughout the industry and the media. The Best Sustainable Practices category (open to SBIC members only) continues to recognize the best products, processes, educational tools and outreach initiatives related to America’s built environment. The Exemplary Sustainable Buildings category (open to all) recognizes institutional, residential and government buildings that demonstrate the successful application of the ‘whole building approach to design.’ This year SBIC is inviting applications that have focused on the interaction between ‘sustainable’ and ‘healthy and productive’ attributes.

For more details about SUPER THURSDAY programs including FORUM 2006 and the Awards Reception, visit www.SBICouncil.org.

SBIC’s Educational Workshops at Ecobuild Federal

The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council will present a series of three educational workshops as part of the Ecobuild Federal Conference. Early bird registration fees begin at $145 per workshop. To register for these and other Ecobuild Federal events, please visit the conference website: www.ecobuildfederal.com. SBIC members in good standing will receive a 25% discount when purchasing an Ecobuild Federal conference passport. Exhibit and keynote admission is free before November 4, 2006 ($25 value). Press passes are also available.

SBIC’s educational workshops are as follows:

Beyond Green™-December 5, 2006, 9:00am-12:00 noon. The market for high performance buildings has become increasingly dynamic, and today requires a thorough understanding of an integrated, ‘whole building approach to design.’ Though there have been great strides made in green/sustainable building design in recent years, SBIC looks to go beyond green, scanning the horizon for better technologies, synergistic design approaches, and stronger cooperative relationships among architects, engineers, building owners, and construction managers. Attendees will receive SBIC’s Whole Building Process Guide and scrutinize the key whole building design objectives (accessible, aesthetic, cost-effective, functional, healthy/productive, sustainable, safe and secure). They will also examine a case study of an actual building which goes…Beyond Green™.

Profiles in High-Performance School Design-December 5, 2006, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm. This AIA accredited workshop is targeted for school decision makers, architects, engineers and community advocates. After an overview of High Performance School Buildings by SBIC, BeeryRio Architecture + Interiors will present case studies of the firm’s recent school construction and renovation projects. Attendees will learn how project teams incorporated community values and high-performance design objectives to achieve award-winning school buildings. The ‘whole building approach to design’—with specific design strategies and technologies—will be highlighted. Session will conclude with questions and answers.

Navigating the Whole Building Design Guide-December 5, 2006, 9:00am-12:00 noon. Attendees will explore this extensive website which includes federal mandates, links to the most current case studies and hundreds of detailed Resource Pages. Topics include the whole building design process, sustainability and security, and how to use the website during a design charrette. Participants will hear the latest on the Federal Sustainable Buildings MOU Technical Guidance, and focus on a key implementation tool—the Federal Green Construction Guide for Specifiers—which includes model green language for contract documents and more than 60 specification sections. This is an AIA accredited workshop.

About SBIC:
The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council is an independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the design, affordability, energy performance and environmental soundness of America’s buildings. Council membership is open to private and public organizations and individuals who share this mission. Since 1979, SBIC has been a leader of the whole building design movement. For more information about SBIC’s products, services and members, visit www.SBICouncil.org or call 202–628–7400 ext. 203.

About Ecobuild America: Ecobuild America, LLC (Centerville, MA) under the leadership of principals Richard C. Vendola, Jr., and George Borkovich, manages and produces Ecobuild America, Ecobuild Federal, AEC-ST, and AEC-ST Federal. Together they have a depth of experience in technology and event planning, for the AEC industry, including creating and managing the former A/E/C SYSTEMS International conference and exhibition. For more information visit www.ecobuildfederal.com.

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Slow-Growth U.S. Flexible Packaging Market to Reach $26.5 Billion by 2010

The new market research from Specialists in Business Information (SBI) estimates the overall wholesale market reached $23.4 billion in 2005, up 3.6% from 2004.

New York (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Balancing end-users’ high demand for safe and high-function storage products with rising material/energy costs and supply shortages, the wholesale market for flexible packaging is expected to top $26.5 billion in 2010, according to Flexible Packaging in the U.S.

The new market research from Specialists in Business Information (SBI) estimates the overall wholesale market reached $23.4 billion in 2005, up 3.6% from 2004. Flexible packaging material supply, which accounted for 42.4% of the market, was valued at $9.9 billion, while converted flexible packaging—plastic bags, paper bags, and converted aluminum products—reached an estimated $13.5 billion.

Growing imports, rising crude oil and pulp paper costs, and aluminum price volatility are several of the factors keeping healthy market growth at bay. High petroleum costs are forcing manufacturers to focus on alternative raw material sources while relying on technological innovations, such as RFID and molecular tracers to stimulate market interest.

Concurrently, a changing consumer demographic, with increasing numbers of working women, single parents, and health-conscious, aging Baby Boomers, is creating an increased demand for greater convenience and safety leading to the development of biopolymers and environmentally friendly films, which are expected to become the future of the flexible packaging industry.

“While we continue to identify many growth factors in this industry, market demand is being stifled by the ever-rising costs to secure the plastic, paper, and aluminum that bring these flexible product innovations to life,” notes Tatjana Meerman, the Managing Editor of SBI. “Smart packaging, odor and taste control, and anti-corrosion packaging have revolutionized the industry, taking it in a new direction. But the development of new bio-friendly and recyclable source materials will be critical to increased market sustainability.”

Containing comprehensive data on U.S. shipments, imports and exports, end-use markets, and the competitive environment, Flexible Packaging in the U.S identifies key industry issues and profiles major marketers along with manufacturer and retailer strategies used to maximize growth and profitability. Priced at $3,000, this report is available from SBI by clicking: http://www.sbireports.com/product/display.asp?productid=1209593. It is also available at MarketResearch.com.

About Specialists in Business Information
Specialists in Business Information (SBI), a division of MarketResearch.com, publishes research reports in the industrial, construction, materials, and consumer goods markets. For more information visit http://www.sbireports.com, or contact Tom Ehart at 240.747.3014.

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HomebuilderStocks.com - The Debate Continues on the Potential for Homebuilder Stocks to Rebound

Despite the Lows in Homebuilder Stocks this Year, the Industry Continues to Show Signs of Strength

POINT ROBERTS, WA, Delta B.C. (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- www.HomebuilderStocks.com (HBS), a global investor and industry news portal for the homebuilder sector, reports on homebuilder stocks and the current housing market. The housing sector, which has experienced record-breaking numbers over the past five years has seen significant slowing this year. Homebuilder stocks have felt the brunt of this decline in their share value over the past several months. While many speculate as to whether or not this sector has reached a bottom, some of the large players in this industry have started to realize gains in their stock price since mid-summer.

Over the past couple of months many of the major homebuilders have experienced climbing share prices. KB Home, Toll Brothers Inc. and D.R. Horton have each seen their stock price gain over $3.25 since July 31st based on yesterday’s close. More impressive are the gains seen by building giants Pulte Homes and Centex Corporation. Pulte has enjoyed a stock increase of $4.74, moving from a July 31st close of $28.50 to a recent close of $33.24, while Centex has seen a gain of $7.67, jumping from $47.31 at the end of July, to its recent close of $54.98. With these industry leaders showing signs of stock appreciation, the debate for a market rebound strengthens.

Despite the lows in homebuilder stocks this year, the industry continues to show evidence of strength. As Dr. Mike Huddy, CEO of International Barrier Technology, a manufacturer of proprietary fire resistant building materials describes, “There is some regionality in the market itself in that some places in the United States are still relatively strong with respect to homebuilding. Even though many talk about this year as being the lowest in three years, people should remember that for the past three years we set an all-time record in the homebuilding industry. In addition, this current year will most likely still stack up as being one of the top five in history for homebuilding in the United States.”

Despite the fact that existing home sales dropped by 0.5 percent last month, moving from 6.33 million units in July to 6.30 million units in August, the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) describes this level of sales as stabilized at a sustainable pace.

NAR’s chief economist, David Lereah recently stated that home sales appear to be leveling out. “After a stronger-than-expected drop in July, the fairly even sales numbers in August tell us the market is at a more sustainable pace. It keeps us on track to see the third highest sales year on record, but we do expect an adjustment in home prices to last several months as we work through a build up in the inventory of homes on the market.”

On the commercial side the NAR recently released positive comments in its latest ‘Commercial Real Estate Outlook’, which indicated that the commercial market is fundamentally solid and that they anticipate vacancy rates to tighten, as well as a continuation of large investments into the commercial sector and rising rents.

International Barrier Technology has managed to continue to increase sales and customer base despite declines in the homebuilding arena, reporting records for both monthly sales volume and revenue for the month ending August 31, 2006. “Our strategy of focusing on sales volume and picking up market share in regions of the country that continue to be heavy participants in the types of building projects suitable for our products, remains the same. As a result, we continue to set new sales records and achieve double digit growth on a regular basis,” states Dr. Huddy.

Featured Companies: (HBS is compensated by International Barrier as disclosed in disclaimer.)

International Barrier Technology Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets proprietary fire resistant building materials branded as Blazeguard®. Barrier’s award-winning Blazeguard® wood panels use a patented, non-toxic, non-combustible coating with an extraordinary capability: it releases water in the heat of fire. For more information: http://www.homebuilderstocks.com/Companies/IntlBarrier/Default.asp

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Modular Home Builder Takes Appeal to Next Level

An appeal of a "stop work" order issued to a builder who was constructing two houses in a Gainesville subdivision is going to the Georgia Court of Appeals.

Gainesville (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- An appeal of a "stop work" order issued to a builder who was constructing two houses in a Gainesville subdivision is going to the Georgia Court of Appeals.

A superior court judge agreed with the city last month that the industrialized homes aren't allowed under the zoning in Water's Edge Subdivision.

"Everything we've done with this particular home in this neighborhood is within state guidelines and within my constitutional rights, Building Systems Network CEO Grant Smereczynsky said.

Company officials want to finish one house and put up another. Some residents of the subdivision have been opposed to the homes, fearing a decrease in property values.

Smereczynsky said they had hoped to work it out in superior court.

"We went to court under the pretenses that we were going to get this all worked out and what happened was, that didn't happen," Smereczynsky said.

He said the case has drawn a rally from others involved in his industry from Georgia and around the country. Smereczynsky also said he has support from the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.

Case numbers is as follows 1. 05-cv-1251-b 2.a06a1638 3.2:06cv105-wco (n.d.ga)
The Georgia Law in question is General Asembly (O.C.G.A. 8-2-2 part 1)

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AMI Introduces Professional-Grade Acoustic Ceiling Tiles for Residential, Commercial and Industrial Applications

Improve in-room sound quality and reduce noise transmission through a ceiling. We offer Premium Acoustic Ceiling Tiles in a wide variety of sizes, colors and edge configurations designed for use in new or existing construction.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- American Micro Industries, Inc., a global leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of specialty acoustic and soundproofing materials, has recently introduced a new family of premium grade ceiling tiles for acoustically demanding environments. The Company is now offering the Commercial Plus, Softscape, Tufcore and Symphony series in a wide variety of sizes, colors and edge configurations designed for use in new or existing construction.

With the advent of today’s high-tech audio and home theater systems, many listening environments now require acoustic surfaces offering high Noise Reduction Coefficient performance to maximize in-room sound quality. We offer the Commercial Plus, Softscape, Symphony and Tufcore series acoustic tiles with NRC ratings up to 1.0 or 100%.

In addition to premium sound enhancing ceiling products, We offer a complete inventory of sound proofing materials including low-profile dual function ceiling tiles that block and absorb sound energy. We provide free computer simulated acoustic analysis, technical design assistance and engineering guidance for any sound enhancing or noise blocking application. The Company stocks a complete inventory and most orders are fulfilled within 48 hours of receipt.

Commercial Plus, Softscape, Symphony and Tufcore can be purchased directly from American Micro Industries through our secure on-line store or by phone. Pricing on our Acoustic Ceiling Tile Products Include Free Freight to the Lower 48. The website address is www.acousticalceilingtiles.com; The Company’s acoustical consultants can be contacted toll-free at: 800-558-2058. A.M.I. is a veteran-owned business founded in 1995. The Company headquarters is located in Chambersburg, PA.

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HandCrafted Homes and Builder-Partner Announce New Model Homes to be Built in Conway, SC

HandCrafted Homes, an award-winning custom modular homebuilder based in Henderson, N.C., has partnered with Coastal Land Construction to build two model homes in Conway, S.C., to be completed by mid-October, 2006, as part of the new Country Manor Estates community.

CONWAY, SC (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- HandCrafted Homes, an award-winning custom modular homebuilder based in Henderson, N.C., has partnered with Coastal Land Construction to build two model homes in Conway, S.C., to be completed by mid-October, 2006, as part of the new Country Manor Estates community.

The homes are the first to be built within the new Country Manor Estates community, a 140-lot neighborhood that will offer single-family homes, including ranches, Cape Cod homes and two-story homes, priced from the $180s to $280s. The community is located in Conway, S.C., approximately ten miles from Myrtle Beach.

“Country Manor Estates is an excellent community for families seeking a home at the coast that’s also central to great shopping, schools and other conveniences,” said Scott Limehouse, president of Coastal Land Construction. “Modular homes are a much safer and stronger choice when it comes to coastal living, and our model homes will showcase all the great options and features that are available.”

The model homes being constructed are the Raleigh and the Limehouse Cape Cod, which both include three bedrooms and 2.5 baths and are built to withstand hurricane-strength winds of up to 130 mph.

“The Federal Emergency Management Agency recently confirmed that modular homes withstand a hurricane far better than site-built housing,” said Chris Bailey, marketing director for HandCrafted Homes. “Homebuyers must take weather into consideration when buying a coastal home and modular homes offer that extra protection.”

The Raleigh is a 2,211 square foot two-story house featuring hardwood floors, ceramic tiling in the kitchen and bathrooms, nine-foot ceilings, bay and atrium windows and tray ceilings in the dining room and bedroom.

The 1,665 square foot Limehouse Cape Cod model home features crown molding throughout, a pedestal sink in the half bath, a tray ceiling in the dining room, ceramic tile in the bathrooms and kitchen and a fully customizable unfinished second floor.

“We are excited to be partnering with HandCrafted Homes in building these new model homes in the Country Manor Estates community,” said Limehouse. “HandCrafted Homes has a great reputation for building strong and stylish homes that are well-suited for the coast.”

The Limehouse Team with Caldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate is handling all sales and marketing for this community. For more information about the model homes and the Country Manor Estates community, or to book an appointment to view the model homes, please call Scott or Bill Limehouse or Kristi Ayala at Caldwell Banker Chicora at (843) 272-8700.

For more information about HandCrafted Homes' entire range of modular homes, please call (877) 424-4321, visit www.HandCraftedHomes.com or email e-mail protected from spam bots.

About HandCrafted Homes
Established in 1998, HandCrafted Homes has been setting the standard in modular construction by providing builders with superior customer service, state-of-the-art modular technology and
unique home designs. HandCrafted Homes has built homes in North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, Georgia, Maryland and Tennessee. HandCrafted Homes is a wholly owned subsidiary
of HHHunt, a major residential and commercial real estate developer. For more information about HandCrafted Homes, call toll-free at (877) 424-4321, email or visit online at http://www.HandCraftedHomes.com

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Keep Enjoying Your Outdoor Gazebo as the Cooler Temperatures Arrive

Outdoor gazebos provide a covered space away from the house that is just perfect for eating, relaxing and partying with friends. A quality designed outdoor gazebo makes for a charming garden accent and can act as the focal point for the landscaping.

Genoa, IL (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- The arrival of fall shouldn’t drive people indoors. Instead, a few easy additions or modifications to an outdoor gazebo will allow owners to enjoy this wonderful enhancement to their yard for many more weeks to come.

With the trend of entertaining at home and spending more time with family and friends in a home setting, many people have enhanced their backyard living space with the addition of an outdoor gazebo. Pergolas and gazebos are a great way to extend an outdoor living area.

Outdoor gazebos provide a covered space away from the house that is just perfect for eating, relaxing and partying with friends. A quality designed outdoor gazebo makes for a charming garden accent and can act as the focal point for the landscaping.

For those thinking that they need to retreat indoors during the cooler months, there are quick and easy steps they can take to enjoy their outdoor gazebo even longer.

“Whenever a customer purchases one of our outdoor gazebo kits, I always advise that north facing gazebos most effectively utilize the natural sunlight, particularly in the cooler fall and winter months,” states Cheryl Scordato from Leisure Woods.

“Another important consideration is the inclusion of windows on the gazebo. Some people opt for sliding screen windows instead of all screens in order to be able to shut out cooler winds that prevail during the fall months. Windows are an easy way to extend the use of your outdoor gazebo,” she continues.

An additional way people are maximizing the use of their outdoor gazebo is by using patio heaters; also know as deck or radiant heaters. These great devices take over where the sun leaves off, allowing more hours of comfort.

“I bought a patio heater last year for my outdoor gazebo and I just love it. It really has allowed us to continue dining and visiting in our outdoor gazebo for many weeks longer than we used to,” states Linene Johnson from Colorado.

Companies like Leisure Woods can help those searching for outdoor gazebo kits by making suggestions as to ways they can extend the enjoyment of their gazebo into the cooler months. It’s a great way to make the most of every moment of the fabulous fall season!

About Leisure Woods
Leisure Woods, Inc., a family owned business, is a premier manufacturer of cedar gazebo kits. Leisure Woods Inc., has a variety of pre-engineered gazebos designed to compliment both the residential and commercial environments. We currently manufacture two gazebo series, the Lake Wood Gazebo and the Cedar Cove Gazebo.

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Dantel’s Launches New Web Site for Environmental Monitoring and Critical Infrastructure Protection

New site highlights company's WebMon Edge and Disaster Resistant Event Network.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Dantel Inc., a leader of network surveillance and management, today announced the launch of a new web site featuring solutions for environmental monitoring and critical infrastructure protection. The new site, www.webmon.com, highlights Dantel’s WebMon Edge as an environmental monitoring platform and features the Disaster Resistant Event Network (DREN) for critical infrastructure protection.

Environmental Monitoring

Dantel’s WebMon Edge is a fully integrated remote monitoring and surveillance appliance that combines telemetric, transport and security capabilities into a single platform for any environment. The product features an on-board temperature and humidity sensor, eight discrete inputs and eight analog inputs, two discrete outputs, an Ethernet switch, and a Modbus interface to add up to 32 additional sensors such as water, smoke and particulate. All events can be logged, viewed in a web browser, and transmitted as emails and/or SNMP traps over wired Ethernet, wirelessly with a cellular modem, or over a standard dial-up modem. The Edge’s web page provides tools to configure the entire device, and it can include a display from an IP camera.

“While the WebMon Edge was designed and developed to monitor remote sites for the telecommunications industry, we have incorporated features into the product that make it the ideal solution for environmental monitoring in locations such as server rooms, computer rooms, telephone closets, laboratories, or any room or location where variation in environmental conditions can damage or destroy equipment or other assets,” stated Dave Lauger, director of business development for Dantel.

Critical Infrastructure Protection

Utilizing the WebMon Edge or WebMon Matrix as its core, Dantel developed the DREN for remote monitoring of critical infrastructure. The DREN, which may be fixed in place or portable, is designed to provide a flexible and cost effective means of delivering critical event data such as video, intrusion and other sensory data from remote or otherwise inaccessible locations. With its cellular or RF option, as well as a solar option, the DREN does not require external or fixed communication links.

“The DREN technology provides high-speed data transfer over TCP/IP networks from remote sites giving it the ability to monitor facilities, equipment and property via standard secure protocol, on-site, off-site or on the go,” said Lauger.

About Dantel, Inc.
Since 1971, Dantel has been a recognized leader in the design, development and manufacture of surveillance and management solutions for critical infrastructure protection. As a Microsoft® Certified Partner we provide our customers with advanced solutions and benefits unsurpassed in our industry. Today's business climate demands secure and reliable methods for remote monitoring and surveillance. Today, more companies are demanding Dantel. For more information on Dantel, call 800-432-6835, or visit us at www.dantel.com.

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ProWealthSolutions Successfully Launches its No Down Real Estate Course -- A Complete Hands On Guide to Real Estate Investing for Profit

ProWealthSolutions, an online mentoring and Wealth Training program, has successfully launched its No Down Real Estate Course making it available to all ProWealthSolutions business owners and will soon be available for purchase by the general public worldwide.

Bellingham, WA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- ProWealthSolutions, an online mentoring and Wealth Training program, has successfully launched its No Down Real Estate Course making it available to all ProWealthSolutions business owners and will soon be available for purchase by the general public worldwide.

The initial launch of the No Downpayment Real Estate Course was coordinated with ProWealthSolutions official launch date September 15, 2006. This No Down Real Estate Course was designed by true working Real Estate Professionals with a thorough step by step written course which is supplemented by monthly conference trainings held by different alternating Real Estate Investment Professionals. The purpose of which is to provide a complete system whereby a novice can learn many simple no money down RE purchase and sale techniques which can be immediately implemented to obtain quick profits using no money out of their own pocket.

The backbone of the lessons is a “no cash out of pocket” purchase and flip strategy aimed at the distressed property marketplace. The course explains how to quickly and simply set up a “success team” of real estate professionals consisting of several tenured real estate agents to provide you with a daily flow of distressed properties for your review. The course also details how to approach and secure other “success team” members such as, cash investors to provide you with a secure source of instant capital, and a real estate attorney for legal documentation and quick closings.

The course gives in depth details on how to recognize what is a distressed property and how to move quickly to make a below market offer once found. Also the course trains you on how to establish a home repair team for when needed to quickly get your properties repaired and back on the market for a quick sale.

ProWealthSolutions is a home business opportunity that provides its members with multiple sources of income in the fields of Real Estate Investment, Mortgage business, Credit Repair business and Debt Consolidation/Elimination. Live conference calls are hosted by the owner Ben Gelinsky on Thursdays at 6:30pm Pacific time and 9:30pm New York time @ 1-641-793-7500 Pin = 564837 # (hit the pound # sign). To listen to a pre-recorded call go to the website at: http://www.AmazinglySimple.biz

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Janitorial Training Programs Now Available at TheJanitorialStore.com

TheJanitorialStore.com is happy to announce the release of its janitorial training programs. The programs provide an affordable opportunity for small and individually owned cleaning companies to get professional quality training for their employees.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- TheJanitorialStore.com is happy to announce the release of its janitorial training programs. The programs provide an affordable opportunity for small and individually owned cleaning companies to get professional quality training for their employees. With over 20 years of professional commercial cleaning experience, the staff at TheJanitorialStore.com has developed the "Cleaning to Perfection" series of janitorial training programs. The programs include step by step instructions on how to clean, as well as information on common complaints, how to prepare for the job, the importance of small details, a review and training log. Titles that are now available include: General Cleaning, Hard Floor Care, Carpet Spotting, Window Cleaning and the Janitorial Safety Program. The training programs can be purchased in PDF, PowerPoint or printed versions.

According to Jean Hanson, co-owner of TheJanitorialStore.com, "inconsistent training is the most common reason for customer complaints." These training programs give cleaning companies a way to provide all of their employees with consistent training, ensuring that all tasks are being completed to their customers' satisfaction.

In addition to training programs, TheJanitorialStore.com has other quality products to assist cleaning company owners become successful in the business including the following e-books: "Cleaning Company Policy Manual and Employee Handbook," "Home Office Procedures Manual for Cleaning Companies," and "Marketing and Sales Success for Cleaning Companies."

The Janitorial Store is a subscription web site that gives owners of small commercial cleaning companies an opportunity to share knowledge, ask questions, participate in teleseminars, find training programs, and read articles designed just for start-up, small, and growing cleaning companies.

For more information or to schedule a personal tour of all that TheJanitorialStore.com has to offer, contact Jean Hanson at 218-855-1854, or visit http://www.thejanitorialstore.com and complete the contact form.

TheJanitorialStore.com founders are available for interviews; contact Jean Hanson at 218-855-1854 to schedule interviews.

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Redecorate Your Floors for the Fall Season with Laminate Flooring: Trendy, Inexpensive and a Do-It-Yourselfer’s Dream

Laminate flooring is the latest and biggest trend in flooring, and is one of the hottest among do-it-yourselfers. Imagine a beautiful, durable and very easy to maintain laminate floor that you can install yourself with just a few basic tools. This is the time of the year homeowners redecorate with new laminate flooring, and the choices have never been better or easier to install.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Today's laminate flooring comes in a huge array of styles, colors and textures that are more realistic than ever with looks that include exotic hardwoods such as Brazilian Cherry, Mahogany and Walnut, the classics of Oak, Pine and Maple or the styling of tiles like Granite, Marble and Ceramic. "The appearance of laminate flooring has become so realistic that it is often mistaken for real hardwood," says Jeff Blackburn, Technical Consultant for AffordaFloors.com. "And the real beauty of it is its ease of maintenance, laminate flooring is one of the easiest floors to care for and maintain that you can find."

The beauty of laminate flooring, however, is more than just skin deep. It is made from wood products and plastics that are compressed and bonded under high pressure to form an incredibly hard plank with an aluminum-oxide finish that is almost "as hard as diamonds". "It is nearly impossible to stain, it doesn't fade, never needs waxing or polishing and will probably never wear through," says Blackburn.

You can have it professionally installed, but it has really become a favorite for do-it-yourselfers wanting to save money on a quality laminate floor. It is referred to as a "floating floor" because it is not attached to the subfloor, so no adhesive or nails are required. The planks are a tongue and groove design that snaps together, and it can be cut with any saw that will cut wood. This makes it an ideal weekend project that can yield a professionally installed appearance.

So get ready for the fall season and have your home spruced up for family and friends with one of the hottest home makeover items on the market -- laminate flooring. Install it yourself and wait for the compliments to flow.

About AffordaFloors:
AffordaFloors is a leading seller of hardwood and laminate flooring. For more information on laminate flooring products call 1-866-356-6789 or visit www.affordafloors.com.

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Arizona Town to Make History Nov. 1-3, 2006, with First Effluent Auction

The Town of Prescott Valley, Arizona is auctioning, beginning Nov. 1, 2006, 2,724 acre-feet of effluent water that can be used to support real estate and economic development. The auction in Prescott Valley is the first of its kind and size in the United States.

Town of Prescott Valley, Arizona (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- The Town of Prescott Valley is auctioning, beginning Nov. 1, 2006, 2,724 acre-feet of effluent water that can be used to support real estate and economic development. The auction in Prescott Valley is the first of its kind and size in the United States.

The auction could generate more than $50 million in revenue, according to the Town’s Water-Marketing Consultant Clay Landry, managing director of WestWater Research LLC, a leading water-marketing and water-asset-valuation firm.

Prescott Valley is 85 miles north of Phoenix and is expected to grow from its current 33,575 residents to more than 52,000 residents by 2025. This growth, along with regulatory requirements that restrict groundwater use in the region, has increased the demand for alternative water supplies in Prescott Valley.

The effluent for auction, which includes the first generation of effluent produced from on-site use of the auctioned effluent, could support as many as 12,000 new homes within Prescott Valley. The effluent could also support industrial, commercial, recreational and wildlife uses or could be resold.*

"Water is a major concern in the high desert. Prescott Valley has put forth considerable effort to develop a long-term water plan that assures the sustainability of our community," Town Manager Larry Tarkowski said.The auction approach to sell effluent is progressive, Landry added." "In much of the country, water is not seen as a scarce resource. The people in the desert know differently. This approach will help establish true market value for water and perhaps new attitudes towards its use, conservation and value," Landry said.

For more information about the auction contact Clay Landry of WestWater Research at 360-695-5233. A general information packet is available upon request.

*Purchasers should review all auction materials and complete their own due diligence prior to the auction to fully understand their rights and obligations with respect to effluent purchased at auction. No warranties are expressed or implied.

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Topcon Acquires KEE Technologies; Company Strengthens Agriculture Position

Topcon Positioning Systems Inc. (TPS) today announced the acquisition of leading precision agricultural company, KEE Technologies Pty Ltd. KEE Technologies, an Australian-based company with more than 25 years experience in agricultural electronics and applications, focuses on the precision agriculture market.

Adelaide, Australia; Livermore, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Topcon Positioning Systems Inc. (TPS) today announced the acquisition of leading precision agricultural company, KEE Technologies Pty Ltd.

KEE Technologies, an Australian-based company with more than 25 years experience in agricultural electronics and applications, focuses on the precision agriculture market.

Topcon Positioning Systems, a developer and manufacturer of positioning equipment, offers the world’s leading selection of innovating precision GPS, GIS, laser, optical surveying, and machine control, products, software, and applications.

Topcon has been providing products, software, hardware and applications for the agriculture market for more than 10 years. TPS products are used worldwide in the areas of data acquisition and management, machine control, precision land leveling, mapping, and water use management.

Ray O’Connor, president and CEO of TPS, said, “The joining of these two world-leading technology companies -- TPS, with its precise positioning technology and products, and KEE’s fully integrated precision agricultural technology and instruments -- will provide unmatched solutions for the global agricultural market.

“KEE’s technology in agriculture,” he said, meshed with TPS positioning technology and “our company’s history in this important market segment, will allow the development of the most advanced and complete product portfolio for this emerging precision Ag and prescription farming techniques.”

O’Connor said this “strategic move improves the focus for Topcon’s agricultural segment and is another step in our plan to grow our business” around the world. “Topcon moved into the construction market approximately 10 years ago with less than 1 percent of the market; today we have approximately 40 percent share.

“Combining Topcon and KEE and leveraging Topcon-Sauer Danfoss (TSD), our joint venture company, which provides approximately 70 percent of the worldwide steering hydraulics for tractors, should allow us to easily achieve our minimum target of 40 percent market share,” he said.

O’Connor said, “Couple all the obvious fits from a technology point of view and combine this with the great employees, distributors and culture that KEE has, we see nothing but expansion opportunities for all involved. The companies, people and distributors are really a 'glove fit'."

Les Mann, CEO of KEE, said the corporate marriage is a “win-win-win situation for both companies, individual dealer networks, and customers around the world. Precise positioning technology is changing the global face of agriculture.” He said, “It’s not enough to just plant and harvest crops. It is vitally important to increase productivity at every step of the operation, while always being conscious of environmental concerns.”

The global footprints of the two companies are “extremely compatible,” Mann said. Both companies have staff and dealers throughout the world, including North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Europe.

Tony Hirayama, TPS executive vice president, said the acquisition of KEE would be a boon for the global agriculture community. “Utilizing the research and development resources of both companies will accelerate the next generation of product development to provide increased environmental management, real time remote monitoring, and control of equipment. This acquisition matches the overall business strategy of Topcon Corporation’s positioning division and is guaranteed to spread our presence in the global agriculture market.”

He said, “With the completion of the acquisition, the KEE Technologies facility in South Australia will become Topcon’s Technology Center for development of the next generation of agricultural technology and solutions.

KEE currently provides agricultural users a fully integrated solution with its single console ZYNX system, which allows farming equipment -- seeders, sprayers, spreaders, and harvesters -- to be monitored and controlled in real time and provides exemplary environmental risk management.

KEE’s Auto Section Control (ASC) and Variable Rate Control (VRC) technology reduces operator costs, improves yields, increases overall productivity, and ensures greater sustainable environmental management.

KEE products monitor and regulate precision spraying of crops, on-site machine guidance, and its software (ZYNX) controls seeding, spraying, and spreading applications. “With ZYNX,” Mann said, “users tackle the high-end of precision farming with one console that can create, control and log as well as steer and turn on and off specific pieces of equipment.”

The KEE management team will remain in place and all current KEE employees, numbering more than 70, will remain with the new company. With the addition of the KEE staff members, TPS now has almost 700 employees worldwide.

TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS: Topcon Positioning Systems Inc. (TPS) is the United States of America subsidiary of Tokyo-based Topcon Corporation. A $1 billion-plus company, Topcon Corp., has more than 4,000 employees worldwide. The company’s primary shareholder is Toshiba.

Topcon Corporation stock is traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (7732).

Topcon has focused on developing an array of integrated positioning and automation technologies to meet the constantly changing demands facing agriculture, construction, surveying, utilities, and law enforcement industries worldwide. TPS has pioneered more "firsts" in the positioning technology arena than any other company.

TPS is the industry leader in the conception, design and manufacture of creative, cutting-edge positioning technologies and products and prides itself on providing exemplary customer service. For more information on Topcon Positioning Systems visit www.topconpositioning.com

KEE TECHNOLOGIES: KEE Technologies is a privately held company that develops and manufactures innovative electronic control and monitoring solutions for agricultural equipment, giving operators improved productivity, reduced input costs, greater yields and environmental controls.

KEE produces a range of controllers and monitors covering equipment guidance, steering assistance, spraying, seeding, planting, fertilizing, spreading, and incorporating auto section and variable rate control. This includes KEE’s own designed and manufactured ISO 11783/CANBUS capable ZYNX X20 Windows™ XP based vehicle mounted computer.

KEE provides farmers and agri-businesses with technological tools to combat increasing cost of fuel, chemicals, and fertilizers costs, and the need to ensure improved environmental control. For more information on the KEE Technologies visit www.keetechnologies.com

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Kitchen and Bath Warehouse Now Open for Business--A Full-Service Online Bathroom and Kitchen Supply Remodeling Site

Don’t settle for the same old same old. Create the kitchen and bath of your dreams at the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse. From vanities to accessories, and everything in-between: No other site has the selection you’ll find at the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse -- and none can match the 70 percent discount and 110 percent price policy.

Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- The Kitchen and Bath Warehouse (KBW) is now open for business. But don’t try and drive to their showroom. KBW is a full-service online bathroom and kitchen supply and remodeling site that features an exclusive selection of elegant, unique and contemporary bathroom fixtures and accessories, all at 70 percent off the retail price -- the deepest discount on the Internet.

KBW goes far beyond the run-of-the-mill bathroom and kitchen sites -- no plain white sinks or Formica counters here. Instead, KBW focuses on the latest trends in sophisticated, upscale, European styling. Jewel-tone glass and vessel sinks, sleek, graceful bathroom vanities, and elegant, cutting-edge faucets and fixtures set this site apart. Their inventory is exclusive -- no other site carries their unique lines.

About the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse: KBW was founded in 2006 as a one-stop site for contemporary bathroom fixtures. Their mission is to provide consumers with the latest bathroom styles at the lowest prices. Since its launch, KBW has been inundated by do-it-yourselfers and remodelers who want something different, something distinguished, something unmistakably out of the ordinary for their homes.

Mary Anne Robertson is a KBW customer. “I’m a house-flipper. I like to find a place, fix it up, then sell it for a profit and buy another. I learned a long time ago that one of the best investments I could make was to update the bathroom to make it look modern and inviting. But, obviously, I don’t want to spend a fortune to make the bathroom look like a million bucks. When I found the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse, I knew I had found the site I was looking for. Their selection is unbeatable and the styles are out of this world. But it’s the 70 percent discount -- and the 110 percent price policy that really sold me. With KBW, I can now create an elegant, one–of-a-kind bathroom for much less than a standard, boring one. That just makes good business sense to me. I am so impressed with the quality that I installed the Vialla in my own powder room.”

Why buy online? The Internet has revolutionized home remodeling, taking it out of the big box hardware stores and bringing it right into the buyer’s home. Sites such as the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse make it possible for people to find and afford the finest in modern bathroom fixtures without having to drive to the store. This kind of convenience used to come with a price -- especially customer service. But, as the Internet continues to evolve into the shopping experience of choice for many, customer service levels have increased. At the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse, customers can speak with a live person during normal business hours and can e-mail concerns 24 hours a day. Orders are shipped at no charge directly to the customer’s door -- a service the big box stores can’t match. Add to that a 60-day return policy and a 110 percent price guarantee and it’s clear that KBW intends to be the retailer of choice for bathroom fixtures and accessories.

For more information and to see the latest trends in elegant, upscale, European-designed bathroom décor, visit the Kitchen and Bath Warehouse at http://www.KitchenAndBathWarehouse.com.

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Exclusive Open House: $9 Million Newport Coast Estate

On Saturday, September 30, top Orange County real estate agent Lee Ann Canaday will host an exclusive Open House in Pelican Crest, Newport Coast. This magnificent 10,000 sq. ft. home boasts every conceivable amenity. Offered at $9,000.000.

Orange County, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Lee Ann Canaday and the Canaday Group with RE/MAX, Orange County’s Custom Home and Estate Specialists, will hold an exclusive Open House at 21 Skyridge in the prestigious guard-gated community of Pelican Crest, Newport Coast. Selling over $400 Million between 2003 and 2006, Lee Ann Canaday is a top Orange County realtor, specializing in the finest homes.

This exceptional location is in close proximity to Crystal Cove shopping promenade, Fashion Island, Laguna Beach, fine dining along the coast, and Pelican Hill Golf Course/Club. With approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of lavish living space this estate boasts 5 bedrooms, 7 baths and numerous amenities creating the essence of luxury living. Step into the grand foyer with a dramatic double spiral staircase, chandelier and beautiful limestone flooring with marble diamond accents. Inside this magnificent Newport Coast home, find elevator access to all 3 levels which includes the garage suited for up to 7 vehicles, detailed crown molding and casings, and limestone flooring.

Social rooms include living room, large family room, formal dining room, sitting area, grand home theater, and spacious chef’s kitchen. Equipped with a full wine cellar, maid’s quarters, pool, spa, water feature in the courtyard, this home captures the best of Newport Coast real estate.

The master suite is the portrait of sumptuous living incorporating a master retreat with breathtaking views of the hillside, canyon, and ocean from inside or along the balcony. The master bath includes his and hers walk-in closets, his and hers separate bathrooms each with their own shower, vanity sink, and commode. Her bathroom boasts a separate shower and bathtub.

Offered at $9,000,000 by Lee Ann Canaday & the Canaday Group of RE/MAX Real Estate Services. Private viewings by appointment, please contact the Canaday Group at (949) 249-2424.

For more information about The Canaday Group/RE/MAX log on to www.CanadayGroup.com.

OPEN HOUSE HOURS: Saturday September 30, 2006 from 1-4pm.

DIRECTIONS: PCH North, right on Newport Coast Drive, Left on Pelican Hill drive, Left on Pelicans, thru guard-gate, left on Skyridge, follow down and around, on the left.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Amber Bonasoro
Phone: 949.249.2424 ext. 3
Canaday Group, Re/Max Real Estate

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Habitat For Humanity Breaks Ground on Ultra-Durable, Energy-Efficient Concrete Homes near New York City

Habitat for Humanity of Westchester County has broken ground on extraordinary new housing units just north of New York City that feature a next-generation CarbonCast prefabricated concrete technology utilizing embedded carbon fiber grid reinforcement that promises to deliver dramatic improvements in long-term performance and value over conventional wood-framed housing.

Yonkers, NY (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Habitat for Humanity of Westchester County has broken ground on extraordinary new housing units for four families at Purser Place in Yonkers, New York, just north of New York City.

The four duplexes feature a next-generation CarbonCast (http://www.carboncast.com) prefabricated concrete technology from AltusGroup (http://www.altusprecast.com) utilizing embedded carbon fiber grid reinforcement that promises to deliver dramatic improvements in long-term performance and value over conventional wood-framed housing.

“As we saw with our recently completed homes at Willow Street, this construction method will allow us to more quickly place families into homes that will last much longer than a wood frame structure,” says Jim Killoran, Director of Habitat for Humanity of Westchester County. “This could revolutionize the way we build homes for Habitat for Humanity locally and nationwide.”

The 1,800-square-foot, two-story duplexes will have an appearance consistent with other homes in the neighborhood, with numerous architectural features. They are expected to be completed in 2007, with families moving in shortly thereafter.

“We’re thankful to the City of Yonkers for working with us to expedite the approvals for this site and the new technology,” said Killoran.

The CarbonCast carbon fiber grid reinforced precast concrete will be manufactured in a nearby factory and delivered to the jobsite, ready to erect. Since its 2004 introduction by Oldcastle Precast and the AltusGroup, a partnership of precast concrete manufacturers dedicated to innovative technologies, CarbonCast has been used in several commercial installations in the Metro New York City area. The Willow Street homes constructed for Habitat for Humanity represent the first completed residential structures to reap the technology’s multiple benefits.

“Homeowners who want unmatched durability, reduced heating and cooling costs coupled with low noise levels, and attractive looks can find a solution in CarbonCast precast concrete made using C-GRID carbon fiber reinforcement,” said Harold Messenger, Vice President, Oldcastle Precast, a member of AltusGroup. “This technology could bring unprecedented speed and quality to residential construction. We’re thankful to Habitat for Humanity and the City of Yonkers for giving us the opportunity to prove that CarbonCast technology is a viable and desirable technology for constructing homes.”

Specifically, the CarbonCast concrete homes will provide:
• Improved durability: Carbon fiber reinforcement does not corrode like its steel mesh counterpart. CarbonCast resists insects, pests, mold and fire.
• Extra insulation: The exterior walls deliver a healthy R-24 value and reduce expenditures on heating fuel.
• Peace and quiet: concrete walls keep occupant noises in and neighborhood noises out—especially helpful in densely urbanized areas.

Attendees at an August 17 groundbreaking ceremony included officials from the City of Yonkers and Habitat for Humanity, Messenger with AltusGroup and Tim Lussier from Oldcastle Precast among others. The day’s agenda also a featured a presentation at Iona College about the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System®, a voluntary, consensus-based national standard for developing high-performance, sustainable buildings.

About AltusGroup
The first-ever national partnership of precast companies, AltusGroup was founded to develop, manufacture and market precast innovations such as the breakthrough CarbonCast™ line of products. With more than 25 structural and architectural locations in the United States, AltusGroup companies have an unparalleled national network of manufacturing plants, technical staff and sales personnel to ensure architects, engineers and contractors that they will get the help they need—and the quality and performance they expect—when they select C-GRID reinforced CarbonCast products. C-GRID is a registered trademark of TechFab LLC and is supplied to the AltusGroup under an exclusive licensing and supply agreement.

Contact:
Michael Drabenstott
Spark – for AltusGroup
(484) 821-0920
(610) 417-0503 mobile
http://sparkcreatives.com

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Turnkey Operator Picks DEACOM ERP to Centralize Business Processes

TrueHouse, Inc., a structural engineering service provider and building component manufacturer based in Jacksonville, FL, will implement the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to consolidate its multiple businesses and provide accounting and labor and job costing.

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- TrueHouse, Inc., a structural engineering service provider and building component manufacturer based in Jacksonville, FL, will implement the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to consolidate its multiple businesses and provide accounting and labor and job costing. The DEACOM ERP System will replace a stand-alone accounting system and a number of systems that forced duplicate entry and prevented accurate costing and inventory control.

TrueHouse, Inc. selected the DEACOM ERP System based on its flexible design and industry-specific functionality. The DEACOM System will handle all operational aspects of the TrueHouse business, from job and scheduling management to inventory and sales order entry.

“TrueHouse is a progressive supplier and construction resource for the building community," says Jay Deakins, President of Deacom, Inc. "As such, the company needed a single enterprise solution to truly integrate its complex processes. DEACOM Software will not only give TrueHouse the central point-of-control and data integrity it requires, but the level of transactional drill down and technical support necessary to help TrueHouse focus on what it does best - providing quality products and outstanding service to residential and commercial builders."

To learn more about the DEACOM Integrated Accounting & ERP Software System, or to schedule a free web demonstration, call 610-971-2278 ext. 15 or visit www.deacom.net.

About Deacom, Inc.

Headquartered in Wayne, PA, Deacom, Inc. is the producer of DEACOM, a complete accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for building component, process, and mixed-mode manufacturers with difficult-to-handle requirements. The DEACOM system seamlessly links all departments within a manufacturing company, providing a comprehensive view of the entire operation. By making complex issues simple, Deacom helps streamline manufacturing business processes to maximize productivity and profitability.

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RBA Engineer Contributes Article to Structure Magazine

Local Engineer Authors Article on Egypt for National Publication

Troy, NY (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- David T. Biggs, P.E., Principal of Ryan-Biggs Associates, P.C., in Troy, NY, authored an article titled, “Restoration of Egyptian Monuments” for Structure magazine. The article, featured in the September 2006 issue, highlights his experience as a consultant to the Republic of Egypt for the preservation and restoration of their historical masonry structures.

Mr. Biggs was on a team of six architects and engineers from the US, Portugal, Germany, Italy, and Canada that proposed restoration guidelines for heritage and monument structures in Egypt. Since the restoration efforts are primarily structural, the team included individuals with expertise in materials and structural behavior of historical structures. During development of the guidelines, the team toured such monuments as the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, The Valley of the Kings, and numerous temples and tombs. The team reviewed existing structural restoration techniques and presented the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) with a draft outline of proposed guidelines. The draft is currently under review.

The article focuses on these proposed restoration guidelines and features numerous photographs of the historical structures. The desire is that these guidelines will help Egyptian heritage professionals execute proper planning and implementation of an agreed upon approach to their restoration projects. It will assist authorities to control the conservation work in Egypt, ensuring the longevity of the monuments.

David Biggs is a masonry specialist with over thirty years of experience. He was elected an Honorary Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers in 2005 based upon his engineering expertise with historical restoration and forensic evaluation of structures. Ryan-Biggs Associates has been involved with the restoration of over 300 historical buildings and structures in the United States. Over 80 of these buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service, which is part of the US Department of the Interior, and 10 have been designated “Save America’s Treasures,” a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the National Park Service. Some of Mr. Biggs current restoration projects include the Jean Hasbrouck House (c 1680) in New Paltz, NY, Fort Ticonderoga (1754) in Ticonderoga, NY, Hacienda Santa Elena (c 1790) in Puerto Rico, and the Bennington Battle Monument (1889) in Bennington, VT. Mr. Biggs chairs the Prestressed Subcommittee for the MSJC 530 code and was a member of the ASCE-FEMA Building Performance Study team for the World Trade Center Disaster.

About Ryan-Biggs Associates, P.C.
Ryan-Biggs Associates, P.C., is a consulting engineering firm specializing in structural engineering. Since 1973, they have been providing design services from their main office in Troy, New York, and branch offices in Skaneateles, New York, and West Chester, Pennsylvania.

About Structure Magazine
Structure magazine is an international publication which focuses on structural engineering and issues concerning construction materials, methods, design, and analysis techniques for buildings, bridges, and special and unique structures. The magazine has a readership of approximately 30,000.

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September 26, 2006

Drought and Floods: Two Sides of the Same Coin?

Drought and floods are not two different issues, but ‘two sides of the same coin,’" according to Shannon Horst, executive director of Holistic Management International, the New Mexico-based non-profit that works with farmers and ranchers worldwide to create healthy land and healthy profits. It’s the result of how we’ve built our cities and managed our water and our land.

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- "This summer, we’ve seen severe drought in the Midwest and floods in New Mexico and Pennsylvania. These are not two different issues, but ‘two sides of the same coin,’" says Shannon Horst, executive director of Holistic Management International (http://www.holisticmanagement.org), the New Mexico-based non-profit that works with farmers and ranchers worldwide to create healthy land and healthy profits. "It’s the result of how we’ve built our cities and managed our water and our land."

Horst points out that we have covered most of our urban areas in concrete and asphalt, and our urban land-management practices have left us with thousands of acres of bare soil. The bulk of any rainwater that falls -- up to 83% -- will either evaporate quickly off concrete surfaces or simply run off -- taking the soil with it and often resulting in flooding.

"We also know that bare land without topsoil is far less able to withstand the affects of drought," Horst adds.

"We can improve land health to survive drought and prevent flooding," Horst notes, "but to do so, we must recapture a large portion of the water we’re losing to runoff and get it to soak into the soil and seep into underground aquifers. This requires actions and financial investments that few people are talking about today."

She suggests that specific steps individuals and organizations can take include keeping soils covered with biological material; landscaping with native plants (or even with rocks and gravel, which help soils retain water), and working with public officials to create new policies that:

1. Provide incentives to and educate homeowners about the value of planting vegetation.

2. Educate and assist owners and managers of large landscapes (ranchers, farmers, developers, government agencies and the military) to keep the soils covered.

3. Require porous roads, roofs that "breathe" and homes with cisterns.

4. Require new developments to be "clustered," leaving large areas of open space and parks that are high in biodiversity.

"Most of the technologies, designs and tools needed to take these important steps are readily available," Horst says. "All we need is the political will to use them."

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Local Search Provider for Property Management Companies and Ancillary Revenue Firm Team Up

Property Centric adds ancillary revenue partner to increase bottom line opportunities for its property management clients.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Property Centric, Inc., which provides a custom local on-site search product and online marketing services to the property management industry, has partnered with Ancillary Services Management, LLC (ASM). The partnership will enhance Property Centric’s marketing services line-up, giving its clients a fast-track to identifying and securing new resident amenities and services.

"ASM is an ideal partner for Property Centric. Both companies share the mission of helping property management companies improve the amenities and services they provide to their residents while at the same time positively affecting net operating income," said Jennifer Gosse, President of Property Centric.

ASM (www.ASMgmt.com) specializes in managing service contracts and increasing the return property management companies receive from those agreements. Their services range from telecom, renters insurance, utility metering, vending machines, ATM machines, product rebates and everything in between.

ASM brings value to its clients by finding the services most suited to a particular community and its residents, handling all negotiations and, once a contract has been signed, managing the relationship. ASM can function as a complete outsourced ancillary service department for a client or, if they choose, as an additional resource for their existing management team.

As ASM and Property Centric strive to optimize their client’s existing relationships and establish additional relationships with a profitable upside, the partnership will yield a mutually beneficial situation where clients, residents and the amenity service providers win.

About: Property Centric provides custom built local search engines and online marketing strategies for the property management industry. Its search product is designed to accomplish four key goals: resident acquisition, resident retention, brand building and ancillary profit generation.

Throughout the customer lifecycle, Property Centric gives property management companies a competitive advantage by helping them win more residents, establish trust, retain residents and profit – all from its local search engine and marketing services.

For more information, please visit the website: http://propertycentric.com or contact us to schedule a free Web demo at http://propertycentric.com/schedule_demo.html.

Contact:
Jennifer Gosse
877-889-5500 Ext. 705
http://propertycentric.com

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Tower Launch Illuminates Houston: Vertical Construction Begins for Mosaic on Hermann Park

Phillips Development & Realty and Developer Sales Group, LLC will celebrate the tower launch of Mosaic on Hermann Park Wednesday evening, Sept. 27, 2006.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 27, 2006 -- Phillips Development & Realty and Developer Sales Group, LLC will celebrate the tower launch of Mosaic on Hermann Park Wednesday evening, Sept. 27, 2006. This marks the initial phase of vertical construction for this twin tower condominium -- the largest residential high-rise built in Houston to date.

At a ceremony held before a gathering of local officials, dignitaries and community business leaders, Mosaic executives will celebrate this launch with an illuminating lights display, symbolic of the condo's twin towers.

The Mosaic property, at 5925 Almeda Road, sits directly across from Hermann Park. With a prime location, this condominium is just a chip shot from Hermann Park golf course and a stone's throw from the Museum District and Houston's Zoo. Mosaic will anchor this growing area with walking proximity to the light rail, Rice University, The Texas Medical Center and Downtown Houston. Completion is expected for Fall 2007.

"We are pleased with the opportunity to bring this residence to such a prime location," said Ken Manfredi, Principal, Developer Sales Group, LLC. "It's refreshing to be part of a project which will transform and revitalize the Houston area."

"It's prime time that the great city of Houston is able to see a such large scale project like this. Between the medical center, proximity to downtown and the undervalued price of real estate here, it was just a matter of time," said Michael Internoscia, Principal, Developer Sales Group, LLC.

"The real unbelievable part of it all is that people from Mexico, Venezuela, and Europe, including people from cities like Miami, New York and Austin are seeing the tremendous Value ... Our phones do not stop ringing."

This twin tower high-rise includes 792 residential units with six stories of parking and 22,500 square feet of retail space on the ground floor. Residents are able to choose from a variety of loft-style plans, extended terrace or penthouse units. Residences will feature floor to ceiling windows, Mosaic glass tile backsplashes, stainless steel appliances and modern design accents.

"Our goal is to develop an innovative addition to the downtown which offers residents an upscale living experience, ample parking, retail space and a metropolitan lifestyle at their doorstep - all at a more attainable price," said Donald E. Phillips, Managing Director of Phillips Development & Realty. "We are thrilled that Houston's energetic and vibrant community is embracing this urbanite concept."

Development of Mosaic on Hermann Park has received community support from local organizations ranging from the Hermann Park Conservancy to the South Main Alliance, Texas Medical Center and the local brokerage community. For more information about Mosaic, visit www.MosaicHouston.com or call the sales center at 713-533-9400.

About PDR
Phillips Development & Realty is a Raleigh-based company with mid-rise projects currently under construction in Tampa: Casa Bella on Westshore (www.CasaBellaonWestshore.com) and Le Jardin at International Drive (www.LeJardinTampa.com). Casa Bella, designed in the Mizner Spanish Mediterranean style, is a 255-unit community boasting two resort-style pools and numerous leisure lawns as well as social center and gated access. The French inspired Le Jardin is a 401-unit community surrounding 5 lushly landscaped courtyards including lap and resort-style pools, zen-style garden, and grilling area as well as providing gated access to covered parking, social center, and fitness rooms.

For more information about PDR or developments, visit www.PhillipsDevelopment.com.

About DSG
Developer Sales Group, LLC is an interactive sales & marketing organization specializing in the real estate brokerage industry. We are focused on providing the developer marketplace with leads and, in turn, driving traffic to facilitate sales. Our unique approach bridges the gap between developer and client.

We accomplish this with the latest, cutting edge marketing techniques. Through prospecting, e-mail marketing, and personal presentations to brokerage offices. We're able to contact every agent in our extensive network in order to generate momentum for a property. It's not just exposure. It's maximum exposure.

Since the launch of DSG in March 2004, our dynamic approach to marketing has lead to transactions in excess of $350,000,000. We are currently assisting in the sales for five projects located in markets throughout the United States. Projections for the future are estimated to reach the $400,000,000 mark in record time. And we couldn't be more thrilled.

For more information go to www.developersalesgroup.com or please call 305-571-8530.

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JSSmith Mortgage a Contrarian in the Industry

Am Arizona mortgage company is experiencing dynamic growth in what otherwise is a contracting mortgage market.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- In the ten short months since JSSmith Mortgage opened for business in Arizona, the company has experienced dynamic growth, unlike what is happening in the rest of the mortgage industry hit by the softening of the real estate market. In a contrarian move, JSSmith Mortgage has not only opened three offices in Scottsdale, Mesa and Peoria, Arizona, it has established an important joint venture relationship with West USA Realty and forged a strategic marketing alliance with Valleywide Premier Properties.

“We have a vision of where we want to take this company. It is a dream come true to combine market expertise with the right talent and the drive to expand,” said Jeffrey Smith, President of JSSmith Mortgage. “The market contraction allows us to hire highly qualified team members who have the commitment to customer service and understand the importance of relationship lending. Those are key values incumbent to our success,” said Smith.

The joint venture agreement with West USA Realty, considered the Arizona’s largest real estate brokerage with 2000 agents and ranked 12th nationally, creates a new company called TLC Mortgage, LLC. This new joint venture has an on-site presence with each of the five branch offices of West USA Realty offices in the greater Phoenix area.

The deal with Valleywide Premier Properties, located in Tempe, Arizona, provides JSSmith Mortgage with the exclusive right to market mortgage services the company’s 80 agents and their clients.

These business growth initiatives are the latest in a plan designed by Smith. The company offers mortgage solutions to real estate companies and home builders, as well as the general public. At a time when other mortgage companies are reeling from the real estate market contractions, JSSmith Mortgage is strategically growing its business across the Valley of the Sun. Additional information is available on the company’s website: www.jssmithmortgage.com.

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CONEST® Software System Acquires RapidBOM Telecommunications Design and Estimating Software

ConEst moves to expand offering to the datacom and networking market.

Manchester, NH (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- ConEst Software Systems, the leading developer of a fully integrated suite of electrical estimating software applications serving the electrical and datacom contractors, today announces that it has reached an agreement to acquire RapidBOM, the premier telecommunications network estimating system from Catalyst Data Inc. of Athens, AL.

RapidBOM will be sold and marketed by ConEst Software Systems and Mainstay Software Corporation of Englewood, CO. RapidBOM becomes the newest addition to ConEst’s standard line of estimating programs and continues as an integral asset to Mainstay’s suite of proposal pricing, analysis and estimating software. Mainstay will also be responsible for all ongoing software development and enhancements, as well as user training and support programs related to RapidBOM.

RapidBOM is a complete telecommunications network estimating system that automatically creates a Bill of Materials (BOM), including both material and labor costs, needed to totally design a network from the faceplate to the router. RapidBOM was designed specifically for telecommunications estimating professionals by telecommunications professionals with years of field experience. Among its unique features, RapidBOM boasts a regularly updated, electronically enhanced product catalog containing more than 100,000 products (complete with cut sheets) from more than 100 major telecommunications manufacturers.

“RapidBOM is an invaluable estimating product with the most comprehensive database of telecommunications-specific products ever created and made available commercially,” said Dan Walkovitz, president of Mainstay. “Mainstay is excited to join forces with ConEst to further position RapidBOM as the superior choice for telecommunications professionals.”

RapidBOM has a proven ability to enable telecommunications network designers and estimators to develop higher quality estimates more quickly and accurately when compared to traditional manual process, and to do so simultaneously as part of the design process. In fact, current users of RapidBOM have found the tool to reduce their design and estimating time from 60 to 90 percent when compared to traditional spreadsheet methods.

RapidBOM also boasts an internal intelligence system that validates the design against BICSI, TIA and EIA standards, thus limiting errors in the design process by preventing an estimator from creating a substandard, or incomplete, design. RapidBOM ensures that all of the parts of a network build have been accounted for so that bids are fully priced and no time is lost on site for lack of appropriate materials.

“We are extremely excited about the acquisition of RapidBOM and the strength this product will bring to our telecom offering,” said ConEst President George Hague. “It will be a great complement to our IntelliBid electrical estimating program for those contractors working in both the electrical and telecom fields.”

About ConEst Software Systems
ConEst Software Systems was founded in 1989 and released the first issue of ConEst in 1990. The company's founders are deeply entrenched in the Electrical Industry. It is their experience and knowledge that drives the design of software solutions that are powerful yet affordable and easy to use.

Over the past few years, ConEst has experienced significant growth, increasing the company's product line into a suite of software solutions for electrical, low voltage, and data cabling contractors. With that growth, the company has also realized an exciting increase in revenues, profitability and staff.

ConEst Software Systems provides electrical and datacom contractors with innovative and forward-thinking technology and is committed to continuing to enhance the design of their products to meet the demands of today’s specialty construction industry.

About Mainstay Software Corporation
Mainstay is the leading supplier of fully integrated proposal pricing, acquisition analysis and telecommunication network estimating software for government agencies and contractors. Mainstay is the developer and a distributor of RapidBOM, a complete ISP and OSP telecommunications network estimating and development system used to automatically create a comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM). RapidBOM is currently being used very successfully by a variety of contractors working on projects for Government agencies, as well as the Government agencies themselves. Mainstay’s PPAS (Proposal Pricing and Analysis System) product is the premier tool of choice for proposal pricing and source selection professionals and is endorsed by the largest Government contractors in the world.

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NiteLites of Jacksonville Outdoor Lighting Franchise “Lites” Up the Jacksonville Home and Patio Show

NiteLites of Jacksonville Outdoor Lighting Company– The Landscape Lighting Professionals, will be at the Jacksonville Home and Patio Show October 5 – 8, 2006 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- NiteLites of Jacksonville will be on hand at the Jacksonville Home and Patio Show October 5 – 8, 2006. The event will be held at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.

Show hours are: Thursday – Noon – 9PM; Friday – Noon – 9:30 PM; Saturday – 10AM – 9PM; and Sunday – 11AM – 6PM. Tickets for the show are $8.00; children (6-12) are $5.00, children under 6 are admitted free. Seniors (62 and above) are admitted for $5.00 on Thursday. A discount of $2.00 off a regular adult ticket is available for those who bring any quantity of canned food to benefit the Clara White Mission. To read more about the Clara White Mission visit their website at http://www.clarawhitemission.org/. During the show please visit Trevor Rosendahl and his staff of outdoor lighting designers to see the fabulous collection of evening photos of homes illuminated with NiteLites outdoor lighting products.

NiteLites of Jacksonville and St. Augusta areas specializes in the production and installation of low voltage architectural lighting for both residential and commercial lighting applications. NiteLites provides many types of low voltage lighting fixtures including outdoor lights for architectural lighting, landscape lighting, patio and garden lighting, deck lighting, submersible lighting for fountains and ponds, and path lighting. Nitelites also specializes in commercial projects such as clubhouses, apartment complexes, town homes, condominiums, entryways, public facilities, and restaurants.

The NiteLites System provides clients with breathtaking curb appeal, added safety and security, increased value and resale potential, and the ability to enjoy outdoor patios, decks, swimming pools and walkways for additional hours each evening. The industrial specification grade low voltage lighting systems are expandable, so they can be adapted to the changing needs of the customer with little disruption to the environment. The company works with homeowners, builders and landscapers to create designs that not only highlight landscaping, but also showcase the architectural details of a home. In addition, NiteLites offers a comprehensive maintenance program that eliminates any worry about cost, material, or labor required to maintain a client’s lighting system.

Potential clients are able to envision their home illuminated with NiteLites during a no obligation evening lighting demonstration. Homeowners are given the opportunity to see exactly how their home can be highlighted, as a professional lighting designer tailors the system to meet their personal tastes and needs. A full service operation, NiteLites offers complete lighting design services, installation, and reliable maintenance ensuring years of enjoyment from their lighting fixtures.

NiteLites of Jacksonville Outdoor Lighting maintains memberships in the Northeast Florida Builders Association, the Better Business Bureau www.jacksonville.bbb.org , and the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce www.myjaxchamber.org. For more information about NiteLites landscape lighting systems, or for a free evening lighting demonstration, visit www.nitelites.com or call Trevor Rosendahl and his staff at 904-779-9020 or toll free at 1-866-NITELITES.

For information about a NiteLites franchise, please call 1-866-NITELITES, or visit the NiteLites website. This outdoor lighting franchise opportunity is currently available in many major cities throughout the U.S. including: Wilmington, Knoxville, Las Vegas, Dallas, Fort Worth, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, Memphis, Boston, New Orleans, Miami, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Seattle, Hartford, Tucson, Denver, Lexington, and San Jose. For more information on the NiteLites Architectural and Landscape Lighting Franchise opportunity visit their web site at www.nitelites.com/franchise .

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CVtrumpet Moves to Larger Office

www.CVtrumpet.co.uk, the UK’s No.1 CV sending service, has announced it has moved to new bigger premises due to the constantly increasing demand for its services.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- www.CVtrumpet.co.uk, the UK’s No.1 CV sending service, has announced it has moved to new bigger premises due to the constantly increasing demand for its services.

Growth over the past few months for CVtrumpet has been phenomenal with over 60 new recruiters signing up and over 800 executive and management candidates per week.

It has been a successful year, with the appointment of new eager employees to the company. Robert Odhams, Marketing Director comments: “They have really helped to improve the service we provide and brought in new ideas to keep expanding the business.”

Robert further goes on to say: “I am also extremely excited about where the company is heading. We have recently launched a new database, which contains 25,000+ executive and management CV’s. It enables recruiters to accurately target potential candidates. It offers instant and unlimited access to recruiters who register. This has opened so many new avenues for us and has generated a considerable amount of interest in CVtrumpet.”

The new location of CVtrumpet is Felaw Maltings, 44 Felaw Street, Ipswich. The building was built in 1904, and is a historical landmark building, winning the British Urban Regeneration Association Award for its restoration in the late nineties.

Recruiters can register for free CV’s at: www.cvtrumpet.co.uk/signup.php

UK Site: www.cvtrumpet.co.uk
US Site: www.executivetrumpet.co.uk

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Loan Expert Gives Construction Loan Advice to New Home Owners

Expert provides potential home owners with tips for achieving constructions loans.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Home owners considering applying for a construction loan will find many useful tips in the new ebook, "15 Things You Should Know Before You Even Think About Applying For A Construction Loan." Each year millions of Americans decide their dream home is a newly built residence, often constructed just for them. Maneuvering their way through loans, plans, contractors, government requirements, licenses, and paperwork can often become nothing short of a nightmare.

"Armed with a few important tips, prospective home owners can easily find their way through the maze," says Rick Gomez of NationwideConstructionLoans.com, who has been in the construction loan business for more than 20 years.

Gomez says the first step is to buy the land your home will go on. "Most people search for building plans first. That can be a mistake. Things will move much faster and you'll get better loan terms if you go about securing your land first along with a pre-approval for the construction loan," Gomez said.

While most new home owners approach their bank for a loan, Gomez said a loan broker is a better bet. "Going to your bank for a loan is like going to a Ford dealer to buy a car -- all your choices are going to be Fords. A broker has access to many different types of loans from different sources and can tailor the loan to your needs," Gomez said.

These tips and many more are included in Gomez's e-book, which explains how new construction loans work. The book has been wildly popular with consumers and is available free for download at http://www.nationwideconstructionloans.com.

"Read through my e-book, and I guarantee you'll know more than the loan officer when you go in to get your loan," Gomez said.

NationwideConstructionLoans.com is designed to help consumers find the best construction loans, regardless of where they chose to get their loan. The site also teaches brokers and loan officers how to provide their clients with the best construction loans. Additionally, the site features numerous helpful links to other resources. Prospective home owners also have the option of working with NationwideConstructionLoans.com's sister company 1st Metropolitan Mortgage.

"Building a new home is definitely the best way to own your dream home. We're here to make the process as easy and rewarding as possible," Gomez said.

Potential home owners looking for more information on construction loans should visit www.NationwideConstructionLoans.com or www.CaliforniaConstructionLoans.com.

Contact:
Rick Gomez
619-222-1059

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Garlock Introduces Multi-Layer Graphite GRAPH-LOCK® 3128 Hochdruck® Gaskets

Garlock Sealing Technologies, a leader in fluid sealing technology for more than 100 years, recently introduced GRAPH-LOCK™ 3128 Hochdruck™ gaskets. These innovative gaskets offer better handling and greater safety than other metal-inserted graphite sheet products. They also handle high pressure better than standard graphite gaskets because of reduced load loss and unparalleled torque retention -- so they’re ideal for replacing spiral wound gaskets and Kammprofile gaskets in many applications

Palmyra, NY (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Garlock Sealing Technologies, a leader in fluid sealing technology for more than 100 years, recently introduced GRAPH-LOCK™ 3128 Hochdruck™ gaskets. These innovative gaskets offer better handling and greater safety than other metal-inserted graphite sheet products. They also handle high pressure better than standard graphite gaskets because of reduced load loss and unparalleled torque retention -- so they’re ideal for replacing spiral wound gaskets and Kammprofile gaskets in many applications.

Hochdruck -- which is German for "high-pressure" -- gaskets cut more easily than other graphite sheet and eject from gasket cutting dies more easily. They’re also much safer: they resist being drawn out by the gasket cutting die, so they don’t cut user’s fingers and hands like standard stainless steel foil reinforced graphite gaskets.

Hochdruck’s bonding agent reduces leaks by 2.5 times compared to competitive gaskets: it increases the graphite-to-graphite strength ratio and greatly improves sealability. They seal reliably and easily under moderate bolt load -- and maintain that tight seal even during pressure fluctuations.

Customers in the power and refining industries enjoy Hochdruck gaskets’ patented "Adhesive Free" technology, anti-scratch and anti-stick surface properties, and extremely high compressive strength. There’s even a reduced sulfur version designed specifically for nuclear requirements to minimize stress corrosion cracking issues.

Hochdruck gaskets deliver excellent resistance -- they work very well in extreme conditions, withstanding heat, pressure, and aggressive chemicals. They retain their dimensional stability in high temperatures; they’re also proven fire-safe.

Installation is easier, especially in confined spaces and large gasket configurations, because multiple layers of stainless foil create a more rigid gasket. This also reduces gasket breakage, so customers will save money because Hochdruck gaskets don’t flake or break like standard graphite gaskets.

For more information or to contact your local Garlock Representative visit www.garlock.com and click on representative locater.

About Garlock
Garlock Sealing Technologies, an EnPro Industries company, designs, manufactures and sells fluid sealing products worldwide. A recognized industry leader, Garlock advances fluid sealing technology by delivering innovative solutions and services for process industries’ most demanding applications. The company has 13 global operations with 1,500 employees and distributes its products in more than 75 countries. For more information on Garlock products and services, visit www.garlock.com.

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ShipNorthAmerica Transportation Cracks the Prestigious Profit HOT 50 List for the Second Year in a Row

ShipNorthAmerica Transportation, a Toronto freight management company, cracked the prestigious PROFIT HOT 50 list of Canada's Emerging Growth Companies for the second year in a row and once again was the only trucking company to make the list.

Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- ShipNorthAmerica Transportation, a Toronto freight management company, cracked the prestigious PROFIT HOT 50 list of Canada's Emerging Growth Companies for the second year in a row and once again was the only trucking company to make the list.

"It’s an honor for our company to be recognized once again in the PROFIT HOT 50 List," said Ian Macdonald, President of ShipNorthAmerica Transportation. "In a highly competitive marketplace dominated by large US based common carriers, ShipNorthAmerica has been able to succeed by providing American and Canadian exporters and importers with advantageous alternatives to their Canada/US crossborder LTL (less than truckload) and truckload shipments. It is a testament to the outstanding talent and dedication of our team of experienced trucking professionals that ShipNorthAmerica made the PROFIT HOT 50 list for the second year in a row and again is the only transportation firm to be included in this prominent list of emerging Canadian companies."

The PROFIT HOT 50 is the definitive ranking of Canada’s emerging growth companies. Published in the September issue of PROFIT and online at PROFITguide.com, the PROFIT HOT 50 ranks young firms by two-year revenue growth. "The PROFIT HOT 50 companies represent the ambition, sophistication and immense contributions of Canada’s entrepreneurial sector." says editor Ian Portsmouth. "PROFIT is proud to celebrate the success of these businesses and to share their growth strategies."

About PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success
PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success offers news, strategies, tips, interviews and
other resources to the CEOs of Canadian growth companies. Each year PROFIT, which currently reaches more than 370,000 readers nationally, hosts a number of events that bring together business leaders in the fast-growth segment and champions the interests of those leaders. PROFIT was founded in April 1982 as Canada’s first national magazine geared to entrepreneurs. Visit PROFITguide.com

About ShipNorthAmerica Transportation
ShipNorthAmerica is a Canadian freight management company which offers Canadian domestic and US/Canada crossborder trucking services tailored to meet each client’s unique shipping requirements. ShipNorthAmerica offers experienced LTL (Less Than Truckload) & truckload freight services, and for customers with overdimensional or heavy haul freight they provide expert flatbed and heavy haul services. ShipNorthAmerica delivers cost-effective crossborder shipping solutions combined with a high level of personalized service. Visit ShipNorthAmerica.com

Contacts:
ShipNorthAmerica Transportation Inc.
Ian Macdonald (President)
1-877-744-7762

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Joseph K. Azelby to Address the Central and Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS States Commercial Real Estate Forum 2006

Joseph K. Azelby, Managing Director, JPMorgan Asset Management Real Estate Group, will be the keynote speaker at the opening session of the Central and Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS States Commercial Real Estate Forum 2006.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Joseph K. Azelby, Managing Director, JPMorgan Asset Management Real Estate Group, will be the keynote speaker at the opening session of the Central and Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS States Commercial Real Estate Forum 2006. The two day conference has been organized by Europaproperty.com and will be held on October 5th & 6th at the Grand Hyatt, New York. It is expected to attract industry leaders in the commercial real estate field from both the US and abroad.

Joseph K. Azelby is the global head of the JPMorgan Asset Management Real Estate Group. An employee since 1986, he is responsible for the group's global business vision, strategy and execution. Mr. Azelby chairs the Real Estate Group's U.S. and Global Management Committees. He is also a member of JPMAM's Americas Management Team, Global Management Committee and Investment Committee. Prior to joining the Real Estate Group, he led the Mortgage Investment Strategy Group of the firm's Fixed Income Group. There, as a portfolio manager, he specialized in both public and private mortgages and other asset-backed securities. Mr. Azelby joined the firm after playing professional football for the Buffalo Bills. He has a B.A. in economics from Harvard University and an M.B.A. in finance from New York University.

In announcing Joe Azelby as the keynote speaker for Forum 2006, Craig Smith, Europaproperty.com Publisher, says that "Joseph Azelby has packed a lot of exceptional life experiences along the way to achieving great success and a brilliant career in the commercial real estate field. As a consummate professional in the global real estate market, as a skillful manager and respected strategist, Mr. Azelby brings to Forum 2006 a keen understanding and acute awareness of how more than a decade of significant movement in global economies and geopolitics are impacting the commercial real estate business be it in New York, Warsaw or Moscow". Adds Mr. Smith "Joe Azelby joins a superb lineup of industry experts who will be covering a broad range of industry specific topics. I don’t hesitate in acknowledging today that with the addition of Joe Azelby to our roster of speakers, Forum 2006 will be a commercial real estate conference of truly unusual scope and dimension."

Europaproperty.com is owned and operated by Warsaw based CEE Media Sp Z o.o., with particular focus on the real estate markets and related sectors throughout Central, Southern and Eastern Europe. Europaproperty.com provides comprehensive and current news, information and analysis through its on-line web pages, CEE Weekly Commercial Real Estate Newsletter, and print publications including Central & Eastern European Real Estate Guide, Central & Eastern European Commercial Properties, Central & Eastern European Investment Guide and Central & Eastern European Retail Guide. The Guides are distributed at all major international and national real estate conferences throughout Europe with additional distribution to subscribers, investors, banks, agencies, developers and other real estate professionals.

Europaproperty.com is also recognized as a leading organizer of Conferences and other special events for the commercial real estate marketplace throughout Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and the CIS states.

For complete details of Forum 2006, visit www.europaproperty.com or call in North America : Toll-Free 1-800-731-8482; in Europe dial +48-696 618 334.

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Islanet Selects BlueTie for Private-Label Messaging Platform

More than 6,000 users in Puerto Rico have migrated to BlueTie hosted offering

Rochester, N.Y. (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- BlueTie, Inc., the leading provider of Software as a Service for small and mid-sized businesses and service providers, announced today the full private-label implementation of its email and collaboration services for Islanet Communications, Inc. Islanet, a Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) and Competitive Local Exchange Carrier, selected BlueTie as its email solution provider to increase customer satisfaction and retention.

Islanet, Puerto Rico’s leading alternative to the incumbent local telephone company for high-speed data services, delivers fixed-wireless broadband Internet access to commercial business and high-speed, portable WiMAX broadband to residential customers through its Volare product line. Unlike other providers on the island, the firm’s residential broadband wireless equipment can be installed within hours of ordering, even in remote areas. With BlueTie’s email solution in place, Islanet can focus on the core technology related to its wireless build-out.

“Right now, we are focused on the build-out of our wireless infrastructure,” said Georgios Collazo, manager of Information Technology for Islanet. “We must continue to provide improved services to our customers during this process and BlueTie’s industry-leading, fully-outsourced email solution allows us to do this. They provide our customers with a best-in-class messaging solution, helping us to improve customer satisfaction levels and reduce subscriber churn.”

Islanet will provide this core offering to all of its new subscribers, and has already completed the migration of its more than 6,000 existing email accounts to the new Islanet-branded solution. Islanet will also offer BlueTie’s powerful Collaboration Suite to its small and mid-sized business customers, which features email service as well as an integrated set of productivity applications — shared calendars, contacts, and files, task management, instant messaging and more.

“We are providing Islanet with the email and collaboration solutions they need now, while also developing new, future solutions for them,” said Kevin Beatson, vice president, BlueTie Service Provider Sales and Marketing. “Wireless ISPs around the world show tremendous growth potential and BlueTie’s experience in this market has prepared us to offer reliable and affordable services to meet their needs and the needs of their customers. Through our new relationship, BlueTie will help Islanet realize that growth.”

BlueTie offers the industry’s first fully-integrated email and collaboration services suite that utilizes advanced programming techniques to deliver desktop-like speed and performance from a Web-based application. BlueTie has developed a broad menu of resources and support offerings designed to simplify and improve service providers’ ability to sell and support BlueTie services, including a fully private-labeled Web client, private-label end-user marketing and support documentation and an XML-based API to allow complete integration with service providers’ back-office systems.

About BlueTie, Inc.
BlueTie is the leading provider of hosted email and collaboration solutions for small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and service providers worldwide. BlueTie revolutionized the Software as a Service sector in 1999 by introducing the first hosted suite of small business tools that require no hardware, software, or IT support. BlueTie continues to lead the SaaS movement by delivering incredibly simple applications that are fast, inexpensive, and reliable. BlueTie’s software is licensed by channel partners, ISPs and other service providers, and is available direct to SMBs at www.BlueTie.com or 1.800.BLUETIE.

About Islanet
Islanet is the leading provider of Wireless data services to businesses and consumers in Puerto Rico, providing broadband and private network connectivity to customers in Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands since 1997. Data transmission, Internet access, telephone service and video are possible thru one simple and cost effective network. Islanet’s island-wide network has 92 points-of-presence and is providing service to 1100+ commercial customers with unparalleled speed of deployment, quality and reliability.

Islanet delivers personal broadband to consumers in Puerto Rico with the Volare residential product line. Volare unwired Internet was launched in August 2006 using licensed frequencies and the latest WiMax technology to provide consumers in Puerto Rico with a portable, wireless, high-speed Internet alternative to dial-up, DSL, or cable access.

Contact: Crystal Prince, Text 100 for BlueTie, Inc., 585-697-2650
Kevin Beatson, BlueTie, Inc., 585-586-2248

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Frank Fontana Named New Host and Lead Designer For HGTV's Popular Makeover Show, Design on a Dime

Los Angeles designer and lifestyle expert, Frank Fontana has signed a major deal to become the new host and lead designer for the Chicago based version of HGTV’s popular show, Design on a Dime.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Los Angeles designer Frank Fontana has signed a deal to become the new host and lead designer for the Chicago based version of HGTV’s popular show, Design on a Dime. Fontana recently relocated to the Chicago area and has just begun taping new episodes with Chicago based home owners that will air this fall on HGTV nationwide.

Design on a Dime makes over a space for design-conscious home dwellers who want lots of style but may not have lots of money for the project. With a budget of just $1,000, a design team tackles a problem area such as a boring bedroom, lackluster living room, cluttered dining room or outdated office space. Together the team transforms the ordinary into the remarkable. The show is taped in Los Angeles and Chicago but airs nationally on the HGTV Network.

Fontana is one of the few host/designers simultaneously appearing in two HGTV shows at once. In addition to Design on a Dime, he is also appearing in the new series Takeover My Makeover, which is currently moving to a new primetime spot on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. beginning September 28 on the network.

Audiences may also recognize Fontana as the real Italian Stallion, and underdog winner of ABCs 2004 Martha Stewart-themed reality competition The Great Domestic Showdown, where he won the competition and launched his television career. Following The Great Domestic Showdown, Fontana quickly moved to TLC where he landed a featured role on the one-hour documentary-style unscripted program Faking It. With cameras rolling, he spent a month mentoring a woman from Texas on how to become a domestic goddess. With Fontana’s help, the woman won the competition. Since then, Fontana has also had regular appearances on Soap Talk with Lisa Renna, and Leeza Gibbons Live.

Fontana’s love for interior design began as a child when he worked as an assistant for his dad renovating various portions of his home. “As a young teen I always studied design books and magazines, looking for way to express my creativity” Fontana remembers. “As a teenager I worked several years for a decorative home painter learning the skills of fine faux finishing and unique decorative paint techniques. I also worked as an apprentice with an interior decorator learning the basics of room layout and color cohesion.” Fontana prides himself in being self-taught but has taken numerous courses in design, painting, drawing and others.

In his mid 20's, Fontana started his own event design company where he designed theme parties and nightclub decor in South Florida for about 7 years. Fontana produced major events for celebrities including Halle Berry, Dennis Quaid, Jeff Goldblum, and many more.

Fontana is available for private consultation for commercial and select residential opportunities through his company, Frank Fontana Designs, Inc. More information is available at his website.

Casting for the Chicago based Design on a Dime is currently underway. More information is available at www.hgtv.com.

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SellFolio™ for Client Projects-Merchandising: First Software for Trainers to Deploy Training to the Field, Saving Thousands of Dollars

Trainers want faster, cost-effective ways to get training materials to the field and targeted promotions to prospects. However, many companies don’t have an intranet or extranet, or the information is outdated and overwhelming. Now SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising allows training managers and their trainers to build unlimited, royalty-free Web & CD-ROM browsers to package and present their sales tools and promotions -- without programming.

Lake Forest, IL (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Trainers want faster, cost-effective ways to get training materials to the field and targeted promotions to prospects. However, many companies don’t have an intranet or extranet, or the information is outdated and overwhelming. Now SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising allows training managers and their trainers to build unlimited, royalty-free Web & CD-ROM browsers to package and present their sales tools and promotions -- without programming. According to Russ McNeilly, SellFolio VP of Sales, “SellFolio’s rich media helps go-getter trainers focus their message and imagery by including PowerPoint™ presentations, photos, movies, audio narration, web links and documents.” A downloadable free trial version of SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising ($329.00) is available on www.sellfolio.com/downloads.htm

According to Barry Hentz, VP of Marketing, Bunzl Distribution USA, a supplier of a range of products including outsourced food packaging, disposable supplies, and cleaning and safety products with a field sales force of 500, “We needed a way to get sales training, sales tools and vendor materials out to the field to drive consistency and a common message, but the files we needed to distribute were just too big for email. SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising has been an excellent tool for us to gather and distribute our materials, and now we create mini-CDs as carry-arounds for our sales force.”

With SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising, a training assistant can create professional grade Web and CD browsers in about 30 minutes, yet produce results that look like the training department spent thousands of dollars. According to Steve McNeilly, SellFolio VP of Technology, “In addition to SellFolio’s use as a promotional tool, more training departments and consultants want to package files, resources & training that help them roll out and teach. Plus, they want to keep the project in-house so they can make updates whenever they want.” With step-by-step screens and excellent “how to” tutorials, users select from one of the twelve stunning Style templates, add photos with captions, and even add music & narration. Then they publish their work to the Web using their own hosting or SellFolio’s ‘one-button upload’ ViewWork.com™ hosting. Plus, they can publish the same content on CD-ROMs that start right up when the user puts the CD in their drive.

Key features in SellFolio for Client Projects- Merchandising:
* Build projects that showcase all your rich media
* Same content on the web and CD for online or off-line field staff and partners
* Automatically sizes and compresses photos from different sources & vendors for a unified look
* Add music & narration for a great mood
* No programming required
* A stunning visual look-and-feel
* Animated promotional introduction
* An interactive main menu
* Modules that can display Images, Files or Web links
* Pages of descriptive information, with web links and .PDF document downloads
* Contact information

About SellFolio LLC

SellFolio is a privately held company founded in Chicago in 2003 by Russ McNeilly and Steve McNeilly. Together they have over 35 years experience in the multimedia and software businesses. Russ McNeilly’s career includes top marketing positions at world-standard software companies such as InstallShield and SPSS. He holds an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago. Steve McNeilly founded Aviation Tutorials in 1996, and holds a BS from the University of Illinois and Institute of Aviation. He is also a professional pilot who is rated to fly Boeing 737s and DC-8s. Steve and Russ have won various awards both jointly and separately for multimedia and web presentation, including top awards from Chicago Software Association, Pansophic and Forox competitions.

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Augusta Canal Harvest Moon Cruise Scheduled for Oct. 6

Stephen Francis, President of NiteLites of Augusta, and President of The Jud C. Hickey Center for Alzheimer’s Care has announced the Third Annual Augusta Canal Harvest Moon Cruise. The cruise is scheduled for October 6th from 7-9:30 PM. All proceeds from the cruise will benefit the Center.

(PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Stephen Francis, President of NiteLites of Augusta, and President of The Jud C. Hickey Center for Alzheimer’s Care, announced the Third Annual Augusta Canal Harvest Moon Cruise. The cruise is scheduled for October 6th from 7-9:30 PM. Participants will meet outside the entrance to the Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill, 1450 Greene Street. Boats will depart promptly at 7:00 PM. Following the cruise, a wine, cheese and dessert reception will be held in the Canal Interpretive Center. The donation for this charity event is $25.00 per person. All proceeds from the cruise will benefit the Jud C. Hickey Center.

The mission of the Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research and promotion of brain health, and to enhance care and support for all individuals, their families and caregivers. This mission is carried out through the dedicated efforts of the chapter’s board, staff and volunteers and through the generous support of thousands of community members who open their hearts each year to support the chapter with financial contributions. The Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter stands by people with Alzheimer's disease and those who care for them with a wide range of programs and services.

The goal of the Georgia Chapter is to create a world without Alzheimer's disease while optimizing quality of life for individuals and their families.

Stephen Francis is the President of NiteLites of Augusta. NiteLites, the Landscape Lighting Professionals, is an industry leader in the production, installation, and maintenance of industrial grade, low voltage architectural and landscape lighting systems. Specializing in both commercial and residential lighting, Nitelites offers a number of benefits, such as added safety and security, curb appeal, increased property value, and extended evening hours that can be spent outdoors.
One of the most rewarding applications of outdoor landscape lighting is in the garden.

Pathways, ponds, statues, trees, and shrubs all produce a serene environment when landscape lighting is applied. NiteLites professionals are experts in producing this type of effect. By using different techniques, they can create a different and more dramatic look for a client’s property. Some of these lighting techniques are:
Up lighting -- Shining a light up from the ground into a canopy of branches of a tree. This is particularly effective if the tree branches cover a garden area.

Accent and spot lighting – This technique is a way to add drama to a landscaped garden or to focus attention on a statue or trellis.

Moonlighting -- By locating lights 14 to 16 feet up in the branches of taller trees and angling the light upward, a moonlight effect is created. This is also an effective method of security lighting, illuminating large ground areas.

Path lighting – Placing fixtures at a low level makes walking on a garden path inviting, and also safer.

Spread lighting -- Hiding lights in low-lying landscaping and ground cover causes the lighting to “spread” which emphasizes the textures and patterns of the plants.

NiteLites professionals can assist in the planning of the lighting system that will make any garden area a neighborhood showplace. NiteLites offers a free evening demonstration, see the results of a NiteLites system before investing anything. For more information on NiteLites Architectural and Landscape Lighting, or to schedule a free nighttime demonstration, call Stephen Francis at 803-202-0101, or visit www.nitelites.com and click on Contact Us or Free Demo.

For more information on a NiteLites outdoor lighting franchise, please call 1-866-NITELITES. NiteLites home based home services franchises are currently available in many cities including Knoxville, Wilmington, Las Vegas, Dallas, Fort Worth, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, Memphis, Boston, New Orleans, Miami, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Seattle, Hartford, Tucson, Denver, Lexington, and San Jose. For more information on NiteLites Architectural and Landscape Lighting, visit their web site at www.nitelites.com/franchise.

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ConEst Software Releases IntelliBid(TM)Version 5.1

New version of electrical estimating software includes expanded database of structural cabling materials

Manchester, NH (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- ConEst Software Systems, the leading developer of a fully integrated suite of electrical estimating and business management software applications serving the electrical and datacom contractor industries, announces the release of IntelliBid™ Version 5.1.

ConEst’s flagship estimating software, IntelliBid, continues to set itself apart from other mainstream programs with the company’s latest release of the software, which includes an expanded database featuring over 70,000 electrical, low voltage, and structured cabling materials. The structured cabling database includes products from hundreds of manufacturers.

Other new features of IntelliBid v5.1 include tools for increasing productivity such as Takeoff All and Takeoff List features in Count Sheets, a new lightning-fast Bid Recap screen that allows users to work on larger jobs with multiple bids, and a new automatic backup feature that backs up any open job files when exiting the program.

According to ConEst President George Hague, “The expanded product database offers added flexibility for contractors working in the fast growing datacom markets. Additionally, this new version includes many exciting features that will dramatically increase users’ productivity.”

IntelliBid v5.1 is available in Design Build, Pro, Plus, And Lite levels. Add-on programs such as BidTrac, JobTrac, T&M Billing, and Electrical Formulas offer additional features to round out the suite for a complete specialty contractor business management system. All versions are available in both single user and network versions.

You can learn more about each of these products by visiting the company’s website at www.conest.com or by calling 800-662-7687.

About ConEst Software
ConEst Software Systems was founded in 1989 and released the first issue of ConEst in 1990. The company's founders are deeply entrenched in the Electrical Industry. It is their experience and knowledge that drives the design of software solutions that are powerful yet affordable and easy to use.

Over the past few years, ConEst has experienced significant growth, increasing the company's product line into a suite of software solutions for electrical, low voltage, and data cabling contractors. With that growth, the company has also realized an exciting increase in revenues, profitability and staff.

ConEst Software Systems provides electrical and datacom contractors with innovative and forward-thinking technology and is committed to continuing to enhance the design of their products to meet the demands of today’s specialty construction industry.

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Putting GPS to Work

At the 2006 Construction Expo, RM Tracking will show how the power of GPS has been put to work in the construction industry.

Fort Collins, CO (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- RM Tracking’s CyntrX GPS will be the highlight of its presence at the prestigious 2006 Construction Expo in October this year.

“More than 70 pieces of equipment are stolen every day in the U.S., leading to estimated annual losses of as much as $1 billion sometimes,” says Brad Borst of RM Tracking. “Our state-of-the-art GPS devices can help cut down those losses drastically, enabling companies to keep a firm eye on their equipment.” As little as 10% of stolen heavy equipment is ever recovered.

The Expo, held on October 17 and 18 at the Colorado Convention Center, will feature a field of 100 construction-related exhibitors. In Booth 10, RM Tracking will showcase its services and products with specific relevance to the industry.

RM Tracking’s systems, including the cutting-edge CyntrX GPS, which will be featured at the Expo, can track equipment online. In addition to equipment tracking, the GPS systems can also be used for real-time vehicle tracking, giving companies the ability to meet deadlines, reduce operating costs and detect side jobs.

With the use of GPS, Borst points out, companies can not only slash losses that shouldn’t be accruing in the first place but can also build better bottom lines and improve efficiency and customer service.

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The Value of the UK Market for Passive Fire Protection, By Type of Product, 2001-2005, With Annual Forecasts To 2010

Dublin (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42437) has announced the addition of Passive Fire Protection 2006: UK to their offering.

This report includes the following:

The value of the UK market for passive fire protection, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010

The value of the UK market for passive fire protection, by type of product, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- Fire doors
- Fire resisting architectural ironmongery
- Fire resistant partitions, screens, ceilings, panels & linings
- Fire resistant cables
- Fire protection for multi-storey structural steelwork
- Intumescent seals
- Fire resistant glass

The value of the UK market for fire doors, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- By material (metal and timber) - by sector (non-residential and residential)

The value of the UK market for timber fire doors, 2001-2005
- By level of resistance (30, 60, 90, 120-minute doors)

The value of the UK market for metal fire doors, 2001-2005
- By type of door (rolling shutter, steel hinged and folding/sliding)
- By level of resistance (30, 60, 90, 120-minute doors)

The value of the UK market for fire resistant architectural ironmongery, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- By sector (non-residential and residential)

The value of the UK market for fire resistant partitions, screens, ceilings, panels and linings, 2001-2005, with annual forecast to 2010:
- By product type (partitions, screens, ceilings, panels and linings)

The value of the UK market for fire resistant cables, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- By type (soft skin cables and MICC Cables)

The value of the UK market for passive fire protection multi-storey structural steelwork, by type of product, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- Fire resisting boards (for 2001-2005 these are further segmented into mineral wool, plasterboard, gypsum, calcium silicate and vermiculite)
- intumescent paints
- Protective sprays
- Bricks and blockwork

The value of the UK market for intumescent seals, by type of application, 2001-2005, with annual forecasts to 2010:
- Pipes, ducts, conduits & cables
- Doors & windows

The value of the UK market for fire resistant glass, 2001-2005
- By type (non-insulating wired, non-insulating wire-free, and insulating)
- By level of fire-resistance (non-insulating glass and insulating glass by 30, 60, 90 and 120-minute level of fire resistance)
- By frame material (steel and timber)

EXTRACT
“The author forecasts that fire doors will continue to account for the largest proportion of the market for passive fire protection during the forecast period, representing 49% of the total market in 2010. Strong forecast growth in the fire resisting architectural ironmongery market will result in this sector representing 25% of the total market by the end of the forecast period. ”

1 Executive Summary
2 Introduction
3 Market Overview
4 Fire Doors
5 Fire Resistant Architectural Ironmongery
6 Fire Resistant Partitions, Screens, Ceilings, Panels & Linings
7 Fire Resistant Cables
8 Passive Fire Protection For Multi Storey Structural Steelwork
9 Intumescent Seals
10 Fire Resistant Glass
11 Legislation And Industry Standards
List of Tables

The Companies Mentioned inside this report include:
- AccentHansen Limited
- Adshead Ratcliffe & Co
- AEI Cables
- Armstrong World Industries
- Assa Abloy Architectural Solutions
- BPB
- Cafco International
- CGI International
- DORMA UK
- Draka UK
- Dufaylite Developments
- FendorHansen
- Glaverbel UK
- IR Security & Safety
- JELDWEN UK
- Kaba Door Systems
- Kingspan Insulated Panels UK
- Knauf Insulation
- Lafarge Plasterboard
- LS Leaderflush Shapland
- M UK Holdings
- Nexans UK
- Nullifire
- Pilkington UK
- Premdor
- Promat UK
- Prysmian Cables and Systems
- Pyroplex
- Rockwool
- Schott UK
- Sealmaster
- TDSL Mansfield
- Ventcroft
- Vetrotech SaintGobain UK

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42437

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
Research and Markets
Fax: +353 1 4100 980

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NiteLites of Atlanta Outdoor Lighting Company Brightens the Atlanta Home Show at the Cobb Galleria

NiteLites of Atlanta, the Landscape Lighting Professionals will be on hand to brighten up the Atlanta Home Show at the Cobb Galleria September 28 – October 1, 2006.

(PRWEB) September 24, 2006 -- NiteLites of Atlanta, a leader in the production and installation of low voltage architectural and landscape lighting for residential and commercial properties, will be on hand at the Atlanta Home Show at the Cobb Galleria September 28 through October 1, 2006.

The show hours are 12 Noon to 6 PM on Thursday, 12 Noon to 8 PM on Friday, 10 AM to 8 PM on Saturday, and 12 Noon to 6 PM on Sunday. Admission is $ 10.00. Admission for children (6-12) is $ 3.00. Children 5 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. During the show, please visit T.J. Pantano and his staff at booth # 1135 to register for an evening lighting demonstration. Also, ask to view his fabulous collection photographs of homes and landscapes lit by NiteLites of Atlanta Outdoor Lighting. See how a NiteLites lighting system can add living and entertainment space without costly construction or renovation.

The Atlanta Home Show features over 250 exhibitors demonstrating the latest products and technologies in the areas of architectural and landscape lighting, remodeling, exterior designs, decorating, furnishings, and many other home and garden enhancement projects. The show also features a full schedule of speakers covering a number of informative and timely home and garden improvement topics. For more information about the show, visit their website at www.atlantahomeshow.com.

NiteLites is an industry leader in the production and installation of low voltage architectural lighting for both residential and commercial lighting applications. NiteLites proprietary line of copper and brass fixtures provide an inviting application of light on any project. NiteLites provides a variety of low voltage lighting fixtures including outdoor lights for architectural lighting, landscape lighting, as well as lighting for patios, gardens, decks, pathways, and submersible lighting for fountains and ponds. In addition, NiteLites outdoor lighting designers create many different lighting effects for entryways, club houses, pool areas, municipalities, businesses, restaurants, public facilities and parks, apartment complexes, town homes, condominiums. Some of these outdoor lighting techniques include:

Moonlighting -- By locating lights 14 to 16 feet up in the branches of taller trees and angling the light upward, a romantic moonlight effect is created.

Up lighting -- Shining a light up from the ground into the branches of a tree to accentuate the shape of the tree and to highlight its foliage.

Accent and spot lighting -- To add drama to a landscape or to focus attention on a specific architectural feature of a home by shining an intense spotlight on it.

Path lighting -- Placing fixtures at a low level to make walking on a garden path safer.

Wash Lighting-- Installing a light at the base of a wall or hedge to wash light over the surface, creating a soft glow effect.

Silhouetting -- By positioning lights behind and below an object, a distinctive silhouette is produced.

Spread lighting -- Hiding lights in low-lying landscaping and ground cover causes the lighting to “spread” which emphasizes the textures and patterns of the plants.

Since lighting systems often start at $2500.00 and may go up to the hundreds of thousands of dollars, NiteLites recommends researching to find a reliable company with national presence that will stand behind its warranty. Since trees, shrubs, and grasses grow and wind and other elements can wreak havoc with lighting systems, NiteLites states that it is also important to find a company that offers a viable maintenance program to keep the lighting investment operational year round.

President and CEO Thomas A. Frederick of NiteLites Franchise Systems, Inc. explains the process this way "Start with a (landscape lighting) company that will show you exactly how your property will look after lights are installed, review the written estimate and the warranty. Then check references, drive by some projects lit by the company, and finally research the size and longevity of the company standing behind lighting system. It is not a difficult process, and it is well worth the time to avoid dealing with a less than reputable lighting company." He also added, that perhaps as much as 25% of their work comes from people who bought systems that no longer work, and that often the original company is no longer in business.

NiteLites offers a free evening demonstration. See the results of a NiteLites system before investing anything. For more information on NiteLites Architectural and Landscape Lighting of Atlanta, or to schedule a free nighttime demonstration, please visit T.J. Pantano and his staff at booth #1135 at the Atlanta Home Show, call (843) 815-6208, or visit www.nitelites.com and click on Contact Us or Free Demo.

For more information on a NiteLites landscape and architectural lighting franchise, please call 1-866-NITELITES or click on www.nitelites.com/franchise. Franchises are currently available in many cities including Knoxville, Wilmington, Boston, Las Vegas, Dallas, Fort Worth, Phoenix, Philadelphia, San Antonio, Memphis, Boston, New Orleans, Miami, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Louisville, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Seattle, Hartford, Tucson, Denver, Lexington, and San Jose. For more information on NiteLites energy efficient outdoor lighting systems, visit their web site at www.nitelites.com.

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Integrated Software Provider to Offer Demonstrations at Component Manufacturers Conference

Deacom, Inc. will provide free demonstrations of the DEACOM ERP System to attendees of the Annual Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) from October 4-6 in Houston, TX.

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) September 24, 2006 -- Deacom, Inc., producer of the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System for building component manufacturers, will provide free demonstrations of the DEACOM ERP System to attendees of the Annual Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) from October 4-6 in Houston, TX. BCMC participants may arrange their software demonstration by visiting Deacom at booth #784 or online at www.deacom.net.

With links to any engineering design software, the DEACOM ERP System seamlessly integrates all areas of a manufacturer, including inventory, sales order entry, labor tracking, production, and purchasing, delivering a comprehensive view of the entire operation. This year Deacom will join over 142 exhibitors covering 103,900 square foot of reserved exhibit space at BCMC.

Jay Deakins, President of Deacom, says, "As specialists in the wall panel and truss industry, we are happy to continue our BCMC tradition of helping manufacturers keep abreast of new software advancements specifically designed to maximize their productivity and profitability."

To register for BCMC or view the complete conference schedule, visit www.bcmcshow.com.

About Deacom, Inc.
Headquartered in Wayne, PA, Deacom, Inc. is the producer of DEACOM, a complete accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for building component, process, and mixed-mode manufacturers with difficult-to-handle requirements. The DEACOM system seamlessly links all departments within a manufacturing company, providing a comprehensive view of the entire operation. By making complex issues simple, Deacom helps streamline manufacturing business processes to maximize productivity and profitability.

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New Conveyor Idler Bearing Isolator from Inpro/Seal Increases Productivity, Reliability and Safety while Reducing Maintenance, Downtime and Power Consumption

The Belt Conveyor Idler/Roller Bearing Isolator was designed to increase productivity, save energy and increase safety in coal mining, ore mining, aggregate and related applications that use belt conveyors in their bulk material handling applications.

(PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- Inpro/Seal Company, the Rock Island, IL, based manufacturer of bearing isolators has announced their new Belt Conveyor Idler/Roller Bearing Isolator.

Result Of Continuous R & D
The result of direct customer request, input and feedback, continuous R&D and extensive field testing and trials, the Belt Conveyor Idler/Roller Bearing Isolator was designed to increase productivity, save energy and increase safety in coal mining, ore mining, aggregate and related applications that use belt conveyors in their bulk material handling applications.

Ineffective Sealing Methods
Before the advent of the Belt Conveyor Idler/Roller Bearing Isolator, end users had to deal with outdated sealing methods, in particular elastomeric seals to protect idler bearings. Small, spring loaded, contact seal, elastomerics are tiny plastic devices that make contact and rub on the exterior of the idler roll while operating.

Elastomeric seals are widely used because they are cheap and because there has not been anything better available -- that is until now. As a contact seal is prone to failure and needs constant maintenance, the entire bearing protection system is somewhat precarious. And when an elastomeric seal quits working, undesirable things happen, much of it without warning.

Use Of Conveyor Idlers
Belt conveyors are in service, around the world, working 24/7 to "trough the belt" or transport bulk materials in coal mining, ore mining, aggregate, hard quarry and related applications including; concrete, asphalt, fertilizer, salt, recycling, wood, pulp and paper, electric utility, grain, construction, agricultural, steel and general industrial.

These belts are typically supported by three conveyor rollers, or idlers, positioned at intervals as close as three linear feet. One roller is horizontal and other two are positioned on either side, at an angle necessary to carry the burden.

Depending on the specific application, they operate above and under ground and may extend for many miles over mountainous terrain, roads and streams. There may be as many as 10,500 bearings and bearing protection devices on the conveyor rollers per mile of run. In the mining industry it is estimated that each mine has 3-4 miles of conveyor with idlers strung out the entire length of the belt.

Failure Is Not An Option
When an idler fails, it is most likely be the result of bearing damage caused by contaminants (dust or moisture) entering the bearing environment. Chances are the plastic has failed by wearing out and has grooved the shaft or has burned to a crisp at the point of contact.

Once an elastomeric seal fails, contaminants are drawn into the housing where they condense and contaminate the lubricant and cause the bearings to fail. The end result is a seized roll, belt damage or worse. The idler can burst open, and if it does, metal-on-metal contact can cause a fire. To counter, most mining operations employ greasers that work – around the clock – to try to keep idler bearings lubricated in an effort to try to make contact seals work. Because lip seals carry a 100% failure rate, eventually end users will have to deal with catastrophic belt failure no matter what they try.

Enter The Belt Conveyor Idler Roller Bearing Isolator
To counter, Inpro/Seal took their bearing isolator, a compound labyrinth bearing protection device, that they invented (and patented) in 1977 and modified it for use bulk solid applications. A non-contacting, non-sparking bronze labyrinth type seal, it provides safe, permanent bearing protection that never wears out and requires only a negligible amount of energy to operate.

In the event of main rolling element bearing failure, it can also operate as an emergency sleeve bearing for a short time. Because it is located completely exposed at each end of the idler, generated heat can be measured with a thermographic sensor

No Equipment Modification, Easy To Install
The Belt Conveyor Idler Roller Bearing Isolator is custom-engineered to suit individual applications. It is easy to install because it conforms to existing clearances, housings and bearing patterns. It can be retrofitted to any existing manufacturers top side and return frame assemblies in any belt width or troughing angle for any brand of conveyor.

It is available in any idler configuration, including: CEMA B, C, D and will fit any idler type including: transition, impact, troughed, training, return belt, flat carrier, impact, rubber cushion return, self aligning, self aligning return, offset center roll, picking and feeding,, unequal length troughed, wire rope, wire rope return, low profile, "V" return idler, variable trough, rubber disc, ceramic, two, three and five roll garland, live shaft and side guide conveyor idlers.

Contact Seals Are Not Cheap
As a contact seal, elastomerics may have a low initial price. However, this represents only a small part of the total life cycle cost. A single failure after it seizes can cost more than dozens of bearing isolators. Plus, it consumes a great deal of electrical power to accommodate normal rubbing components. In fact, a single seal, when effectively sealing will consume on average, 147 watts of power. Bearing isolators on the other hand do not contact and consume almost no power.

About Inpro/Seal
Inpro/Seal Company is the originator and the world’s number one manufacturer of bearing isolators, used to protect motor and pump bearings, machine tool spindles, turbines, fans, gear boxes, paper machine rolls and many other types of rotating equipment.

Of the two million bearing plus isolators delivered to date, most of them continue to be in operation in process plants worldwide, where end users continue to report significantly reduced operating costs with increased productivity and reliability. Inpro/Seal protected bearings have proven to run 150,000 hours (17 years) or more, eliminating the need for costly maintenance and repair. Documented cases show that a plant can much more than double the mean-time-between failures (MTBF) and reduce maintenance costs by at least half, with users reporting an extremely high ROI.

Signoff
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Founders Festival Marks Opening of Chipola Music Village in Florida

Founders Festival beginning October 5th will celebrate launch of initial Music Village Resort and feature variety of musacamusic village resorts to break on first site of it's kind -- Chipola Music Village -- in Marianna, Florida.

(PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- Almost four decades after the event that defined a generation, Atlanta-based Music Village Resorts will strive to capture both the atmosphere and experience of that three-day festival with a community built for artisans by artisans called Chipola Music Village in Marianna, Florida.

Chipola Music Village Resort is creating a true live, work and play eco-based community that is based around music and the arts.

"We envision creating a community of entertainment and a true artisans village where workshops, festivals, camps and multi-cultural and educational activities can take place," says Music Village Resorts developer/producer Donald Pickett, who initially conceived the idea in 2001. "It'll be an enjoyable year round experience."

Located just 50 miles outside of Panama City off Florida Highway 73, Chipola Music Village marks the first master-planned gated community of its kind and will include a proposed 165 home sites around amphitheaters, 150 cabin/villa sites, 140 RV ownership sites and will feature:

* Equestrian center and horse stables
* Dedicated camping areas
* A water park with pool, slides and lazy river
* 18-hole championship disk golf course
* Performing Arts Center
* Retail/office space (for non-franchise businesses only)

Since it's all about the music, Music Village Resorts plans to feature wide-ranging genres at the grounds including rock, pop, country, jazz, jam, bluegrass and symphony.

Beginning Thursday, October 5th, a four-day Founders Festival celebrating the launch of Chipola will take place on site and feature a variety of artists (see below for those likely to appear).

The Festival will give potential homesite and membership buyers the opportunity to view the actual site and experience first-hand what's in store.

"We're hoping our three outdoor amphitheatres -- ranging from 1,000 - 15,000 in capacity -- become a desired destination for both established and up-and-coming artists," comments Pickett, who estimates that their concert season will begin in the summer of 2007 with final build-out occuring in early 2010.

"With the completion of the Panama City International Airport occuring in 2009, our timing is perfect... the Chipola Music Village will be even easier to access as the airport will be centrally-located between Marianna and Panama City, only 25 miles away."

"Shortly after breaking ground on Chipola Music Village, we're going to begin agressively seeking and finalizing other locations for Music Village Resorts throughout the country," states Pickett. "As of now, we've got our sights set on such states as Alabama, California, Maine, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia, and are currently in negotiations with sites in most of those states."

Music Village, Inc. is a non-profit corporation with 100% of the proceeds generated from memberships to be invested back into the community.

Chipola Music Village will offer limited transferable memberships beginning at just $2,500.

All Music Village Resorts communities will offer a vast and beautiful selection of home sites and many ways to simply enjoy life, itself.

According to Pickett, "our goal is to cater to all those that enjoy music, not just a privileged few."

Reservations on home sites ($500 deposit) will begin at 2:00pm EST on Thursday, October 5th, 2006.

For more information, please view the websites at www.musicvillageresorts.com and www.chipolamusic.com.

FOUNDERS FESTIVAL Schedule (Thursday, October 5th - Sunday, October 8th, 2006 / *Tickets only $35 in advance)

Thursday, October 5th - The Wayne Wills Band, Former Grateful Dead keyboardist Tom "TC" Constanten, Bonobos Convergence

Friday, October 6th - Bill Summers and the Wade in the Water Tour (www.wadeinthewatertour.com) featuring the top New Orleans musicians

Saturday, October 7th - The Zac Brown Band, Tom "TC" Constanten

Sunday, October 8th - Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons, Zoso the Led Zeppelin Tribute Band, Abbey Road Live Beatles Tribute Band, Comic Charlie Grateful Dead Tribute Band

Artists "at large" during the event will include P. Nut Daniels and Bill Summers.

*Tickets available at www.inticketing.com and www.chipolamusic.com (price includes performance and overnight camping)

Contact and Membership Information
Donald Pickett
Developer/Producer
Music Village Resorts
P.O. Box 76797
Atlanta, GA 30358
Phone: (404) 255-6100
www.musicvillageresorts.com

Roy Topik
Gladiator Holdings
Director / Chipola Music Village
Phone: (404) 255-6100

Media Relations
Jeff Albright
The Albright Entertainment Group
Phone: (770) 664-5977

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e-Builder Launches Major Product Upgrade Innovative Collaborative Scheduling System

Upgrade to collaborative scheduling module provides new features that allow project team members the ability to update project schedules and be notified of the effects on the project's critical path.

Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- e-Builder, a leader in web-based construction management solutions, today announced its latest product release that includes a major upgrade to the schedule and milestone management module, Collaborative Scheduler. This upgraded module is part of the company’s flagship solution, e-Builder EnterpriseTM, and fills a gap within the construction industry to allow companies to control and monitor schedules across many projects to improve visibility, reduce and eliminate delays, and shorten the development cycle.

The collaborative nature of the system makes it a unique solution to the typical problems facing companies that are managing multiple development and construction projects. e-Builder Collaborative Scheduler automates the distribution of each person’s tasks and allows each team member to manage and prioritize their own work. The system also automates schedule updates as certain tasks and priorities change during the project. Additionally, the system automatically notifies all affected parties of changes that impact a project’s critical path, as well as providing accurate reports across one or multiple projects.

Jonathan Antevy, e-Builder Founder & CEO noted, “This upgrade fills a void in the market that other project-specific and point scheduling systems do not address.” Antevy added, “most scheduling systems require all updates to be made by one person, which is time consuming and difficult. And reporting status across many projects is a manual and labor-intensive process which leads to outdated information, missed deadlines, and inaccurate forecasts. e-Builder Scheduler simplifies the way teams manage schedules resulting in accurate and timely information, and ultimately faster project delivery.”

The e-Builder Collaborative Scheduler Upgrade provides these key added features:

• Critical Path Functionality – Predecessor, successor, constraints, and task relationship features.
• Management Controls – control approvals and date changes.
• Link Documents and Workflow directly to tasks.
• Improved Reporting – Easy access to real time schedule and milestone data across one or multiple projects. Gantt chart views for all project schedules.
• Report Subscriptions – Automatically receive status reports in email.
• Complete Historical Data Archive.

For more information on this new release, please contact Sergio Aranda at 1-800-580-9322, or visit http://www.e-builder.net/products/collaborative-scheduler.html.

About e-Builder
Founded in 1994, e-Builder is a leading provider of on-demand project management and collaboration solutions designed to address the unique needs of the construction industry during all phases of real estate development, construction, and operations. e-Builder combines cutting edge technology and deep industry knowledge to provide thousands of owners, architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers with ways to simplify and efficiently manage the development and construction process. e-Builder is the nationally recognized pioneer of web based software to improve communication and collaboration in construction, honored in 1995 by Engineering News-Record as one of the Top 25 Newsmakers of the year. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is backed by McGraw-Hill Construction. For more information, visit www.e-Builder.net.

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SafetyXChange.org Moderates Audio Conference on Reviving Joint Health & Safety Committees

SafetyXChange.org September 28, 2006 audio conference helps employers improve their JHSCs effectiveness through goal and training assessments and motivation strategies.

Stamford, CT (PRWEB) September 24, 2006 -- SafetyXChange.org (http://www.safetyxchange.org), the online community for safety professionals, and Bongarde Media, a leading occupational health and safety information company, announced today that they will be holding an audio conference entitled “Old Dogs & New Tricks: How to Retrain – and Reinvigorate – Your JHSC ” on Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 12 pm ET.

The JHSC, short for Joint Health and Safety Committee, is a fixture in North American workplaces. In Canada, it’s legislatively mandated; in the U.S., it’s implemented voluntarily on a widespread basis. Featuring JHSC expert Yvonne O’Reilly, CRSP, this 60-minute audio conference — available to both SafetyXChange members and non-members — will help Canadian and U.S. employers get the most out of their JHSCs.

“Joint Health & Safety Committees can be a key component to safety performance and the organization’s safety culture,” says Glenn Demby, Editor-in-Chief of SafetyXChange.org. “Unfortunately, JHSCs tend to become lifeless and ceremonial.”

Demby, who will be moderating the event, says that SafetyXChange members need help in motivating employees to participate and in securing support from senior management. “Yvonne’s presentation will furnish answers and specific ideas to enliven the JHSC and enhance its effectiveness.”

Some of the tactics participants will learn in the audio conference include:

• How to assess the goals and procedures of your JHSC and the training needs of its members;
• Steps you can implement immediately to focus and guide your JHSC;
• Motivation tactics to encourage employee participation and to raise your JHSC profile;
• New ways to use old standbys, including the suggestion box, newsletters, etc.

For more information or to register for this audio conference, please visit http://www.safetyaudioseminars.com/upcoming5.html or call 1.800.667.9300.

About SafetyXChange
After just one year, SafetyXChange.org has had unprecedented success in attracting large numbers of loyal members and fostering a dialog to promote fresh thinking and insight on safety issues. Presently, approximately 14,000 international members participate in the forum, receive the free daily e-newsletters and access more than 300 free articles and Tools in the archives. Additional information about SafetyXChange is available on its website at www.safetyxchange.org.

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Thorburn Associates, Inc. Awarded Design Contract for Nissan North American Headquarters

Thorburn Associates will provide acoustical and audiovisual engineering services for Nissan's new North American Headquarters.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- Nissan's decision to move their North American headquarters to Franklin, Tennessee, has fueled construction for a 10-story, 450,000 square-foot facility. Thorburn Associates (TA) will provide acoustical and audiovisual engineering services for the project, scheduled for completion in 2008.

Nissan was founded in Japan in 1933 and first imported trucks to the United States in the late 1950's under the Datsun name. Since then, Nissan has had significant growth and success with locations across the globe. http://www.nissanusa.com/

The city of Franklin, with its agricultural roots, has increased in population to nearly 50,000 while attracting industry and commercial business. http://www.franklin-gov.com/

The architects for the project, Gresham, Smith and Partners, are designing the building to incorporate the 50-acre site's green spaces and emphasize energy saving approaches. The building will serve over 1,000 employees in the glass and metallic structure. http://www.gspnet.com/

TA is a full service design and engineering firm specializing in acoustic and technology related systems with offices in California and North Carolina. http://www.ta-inc.com/

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Customer Velocity Website Wins 2006 Gold EXCEL Award at SEBC

A website created by Customer Velocity, a leading developer of website and software solutions for builders and developers, recently won the Gold EXCEL Award for “Best Website for a Builder,” presented at the 2006 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) in Orlando, Florida.

The Woodlands, TX (PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- A website created by Customer Velocity, a leading developer of website and software solutions for builders and developers, recently won the Gold EXCEL Award for “Best Website for a Builder,” presented at the 2006 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) in Orlando, Florida.

The award was presented to Customer Velocity client Smith Family Homes of Tampa, Florida, whose website can be found at www.smithfamilyhomes.com. “We asked Customer Velocity to create a website for us that would make an online visitor want to stay and find out more about what Smith Family Homes has to offer them,” said Marcus Smith, regional president for Smith Family Homes. “Ever since the website launched, we have had hundreds of thousands of hits and have been thrilled with the number of closings resulting from it - it’s a winner in every respect.” (The website was also named the “Best Builder Website” by the Tampa Bay Builders Association.)

Smith Family Homes approached Customer Velocity after several years of less-than-satisfactory performance from its previous website. The builder wanted its website to be graphically appealing and interactive, but not overwhelming to its prospective buyers. In an effort to make buyers feel like part of the family, the website was enhanced through green screen technology to create an Internet concierge named “Kim” who walks visitors through the home-buying process. (Through the use of cookies and innovative programming, “Kim” does not always appear when buyers re-visit a page on the website, so “she” is never an annoyance.) The re-design of the website has resulted in superior customer satisfaction, improved page dwell times, and an excess of 8,000 unique visitors every month.

“Our team puts a great deal of creativity, energy, and passion into every project, and this website was no different,” said Robert L. Neumann, president and CEO of Customer Velocity. “Exceeding our customers’ expectations is reward enough for our company, but it certainly is gratifying to have our work recognized by leaders and experts in the homebuilding industry.”

The EXCEL Awards are presented each year at the SEBC by the Florida Home Builders Association Sales and Marketing Council. The EXCEL Awards honor sales, marketing and merchandising professionals for new home construction industry success. For more information about the SEBC and the EXCEL Awards visit www.sebcshow.com.

Customer Velocity is the premier website development, content management, lead management and warranty management software for builders and developers. The company is dedicated to helping builders close more leads by accelerating builder/buyer relationships. Combining years of builder-specific marketing and communications experience with state-of-the-art software development, Customer Velocity provides easy-to-use, visually-stunning websites that deliver prospective buyers to builder sales offices. For more information, call (281) 383-9380 or visit www.customervelocity.com.

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NKBA to Exhibit at the First Ever Concrete Countertop Industry Conference

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is pleased to participate in the first annual Concrete Countertop Industry Conference November 6-7, 2006 in Raleigh, NC.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is pleased to participate in the first annual Concrete Countertop Industry Conference November 6-7, 2006 in Raleigh, NC. Max Isley, CMKBD, 2006 NKBA Secretary, will be presenting the keynote speech titled "Concrete Countertops and the Kitchen & Bath Industry". He will also present a seminar titled "Sinks and Cabinets and Faucets: Oh My! Everything You Need to Know about Kitchen Products" which will help concrete countertop makers understand their clients better and work more effectively with designers.

The conference is geared toward contractors who make or want to make concrete countertops as a business and is produced by The Concrete Countertop Institute. Jeffrey Girard, P.E., President of The Concrete Countertop Institute, says, "I am thrilled that the NKBA is participating in this conference. Concrete countertops are a legitimate part of both the concrete industry and the kitchen and bath industry, and contractors who attend this conference need to learn about both. It is heartening that the NKBA supports the Institute's mission of raising the standard for concrete countertops and making them a more widespread choice for kitchens and bathrooms."

The conference also offers in-depth learning opportunities for Certified Kitchen and Bath Installers (CKBI), Certified Kitchen Designers (CKD) or Certified Bath Designers (CBD) interested in furthering their education in concrete countertops. Continuing Education Unit reporting forms will be available at the conference, which features about 10 hours of seminars.

For more information about the conference, visit www.CCIC2006.com or call 866-844-0999. For more information about the National Kitchen & Bath Association, visit www.nkba.org or call 800-THE-NKBA.

About The Concrete Countertop Institute:

The Concrete Countertop Institute’s mission is to raise the standard for concrete countertops. The Institute provides contractors with intensive training via its CCI Training Programs and information and networking opportunities via the Concrete Connections website and the Concrete Countertop Industry Conference. The Institute also works with manufacturers as a resource for designing and distributing the best possible products for making concrete countertops, through the CCI Alliance program.

For more information, contact Lane Mangum at 888-386-7711 or visit www.concretecountertopinstitute.com.

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Chackbay Nursery & Landscaping Partners with Habitat for Humanity and Others

Thibodaux, LA – Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping has partnered with nationally recognized organizations and individuals, including Habitat for Humanity and Jon Bon Jovi, in their efforts to rebuild Gulf Coast communities affected by Hurricane Katrina.

(PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping (www.chackbaynursery.com) has partnered with nationally recognized organizations and individuals, including Habitat for Humanity (www.habitat.org) and Jon Bon Jovi, in their efforts to rebuild Gulf Coast communities affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping has installed the landscaping for 48 home sites in a community built through a partnership with Bayou Region Habitat for Humanity, Habitat International and individual contributors, including artist Jon Bon Jovi. The new neighborhood will has tree-lined streets, side walks, landscaping for each new home and a playground accessible to the neighborhood. The project is scheduled to be completed by September 20th of this year. This is the first project of its kind located in the areas affected by Katrina.

“We are proud to have been chosen for this project and I think it’s wonderful that outside organizations like Habitat for Humanity have joined to help the people of the Gulf Coast rebuild their homes as well as their lives,” said Benton Foret co-owner of Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping. Michael Richard co-owner of Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping added, “This has been a very rewarding experience for our company and we are excited to able to provide the landscaping for this new community. It has been a pleasure to work with everyone here.”

Chackbay Nursery and Landscaping is a design build landscaping firm based in Thibodaux that serves all of South Louisiana and has performed projects of various size and scope throughout the state. The company has been in business for more than 25 years with Foret and Richard as the owners for the past 6 years. Persons and organizations interested in the company’s services can call 985.633.9608, or visit the company website at www.chackbaynursery.com.

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September 22, 2006

Interior Floors Photo Gallery Exposes the Innovative Possibilities Concrete has to Offer

Updating your interior concrete floors using decorative concrete techniques is a great way to enhance the look of your home. With several options to choose from, from decorative staining and engraving to coloring and scoring, your interiors will never look the same. Browse through The Concrete Network’s online interior concrete floors photo gallery and view hundreds of designs available.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 – It’s become the new material of choice for designers and homeowners across the United States. Concrete floors — in all of their stained, colored, painted, and personalized glory — are popping up in retail stores, trendy restaurants, offices, and homes everywhere. One of the most common places you’ll see decorative concrete these days is under your feet.

The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information, offers an online decorative interior concrete floors photo gallery filled with a multitude of design ideas on enhancing your interior floors from ordinary to extraordinary using decorative concrete techniques.

The process of choosing the perfect interior floor application to accent your home and décor is often time consuming and tedious. Several factors come into play including choosing a style, design, colors, and much more. Today, the options for decorative concrete are endless and completely customizable, and for these reasons it is important to explore all of the choices available when it comes time to decide on a design.

The concrete photo gallery is updated every Friday offering new photos of custom and unique designs and applications. Photos for the photo gallery have been collected from contractors around the United States and Canada and are for design idea purposes only.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network’s purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications including stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. Over 872,000 visitors researched The Concrete Network Web site in June, 2006.

The site excels at connecting buyers with local contractors in their area through its Find-A-Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 22 types of decorative concrete work and 199 metropolitan areas throughout North America.

News image courtesy of Bomanite Corp. Attached photos courtesy of Concrete Designs and Resurfacing, and AFS Creative Finishes.

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Two's Company; New-Homes-Direct.com Maintains Position as UK's Number One Investment Property Portal by Winning Award for the Second Consecutive Year

New-Homes-Direct.com wins Bentley / Daily Mail Property Award for Best UK Property Portal. This is the second year this Leicester-based investment property portal has received this industry accolade.

(PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Web-based investment property portal New-Homes-Direct.com has been recognised in the Daily Mail Property Awards for the second year in a row.

The company, which offers a one-stop shop for buying investment property or buying new homes, was awarded five stars and won Property Portal of the Year in the Daily Mail Property Awards on Friday 15th September. However, it was a double celebration for the company, as they won the same award last year as well.

Established two years ago, New-Homes-Direct.com has built on the growing use of the internet in both residential and investment property searches to provide a state-of-the-art website. As well as a wide range of property, the site offers discounts of up to 20% to clients buying investment property and to those looking at buying new homes.

Mainly targeting clients buying investment property, the portal offers new and off-plan properties, many with exclusive deals such as rental guarantees. With free registration and membership, the service includes regular emails providing up-to-the-minute information on the latest investment property developments and help with mortgages and legal services. The latter are also available to residential clients buying new homes.

Ann Stanley, managing director of New-Homes-Direct.com, said "We are delighted to have been recognised in this way for the second year in a row. Not only is it an honour to win such a prestigious award, but it means we have established and maintained our position as the Number One portal for clients buying investment property and buying new homes in the UK. This provides a solid foundation from which to launch our overseas site in the new year."

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Littleton Advertising & Marketing Announces Creative Department Promotions

Martha Littleton, President of Littleton Advertising & Marketing, a full-service advertising and marketing agency, has announced that Anne Croney and Alicia Hawkins, two of the firm’s creative department employees, have received promotions.

New Bern, N.C. (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Martha Littleton, President of Littleton Advertising & Marketing, a full-service advertising and marketing agency, has announced that Anne Croney and Alicia Hawkins, two of the firm’s creative department employees, have received promotions.

Croney has been promoted to the position of creative director. Her responsibilities include managing the creative department, overseeing design projects and working directly with the agency’s account executives to ensure that their clients’ creative needs are being met. She previously served as the agency’s associate creative director and senior art director.

“Anne brings more than 15 years of creative and design experience to her new role,” said Littleton. “She is a talented employee who inspires our employees and wows our clients with her innovative ideas.”

Previously serving as production artist, Hawkins, who has been with the agency for almost seven years, has been promoted to art director. In this position, she will be responsible for coordinating creative strategies, developing design concepts and artwork production.

“Alicia has proven herself as an exceptionally creative and inventive individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to bring the best out of her fellow employees,” said Littleton. “I congratulate her on her hard work and commitment to ensuring that our clients are more than satisfied.”

About Littleton Advertising & Marketing
Littleton Advertising & Marketing is an award-winning full-service advertising and marketing agency that specializes in real estate marketing and product branding that requires a high degree of emotional appeal to communicate to a select group of discriminating buyers. Littleton has offered award-winning advertising and marketing services for more than 12 years and has become a highly regarded advertising agency in the Triangle and beyond. The company is known for creating breakthrough branding for each product marketed. For more information, please visit www.LittletonAdvertising.com.

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Cathy Macaione Releases Her New "Stopping The Real Estate Gremlins" DVD series--Real Estate Training, Real Estate Investing, and Real Estate Property Managers Must-Have Tool

This new DVD series benefits All levels of Real Estate Investors, Real Estate Property Managers, and Leasing Professionals by making Cathy Macaione's years of specialized, hands-on experience instantly available and affordable.

Bloomingdale, Illinois (PRWEB) September 23, 2006 -- Cathy Macaione releases her new "Stopping The Real Estate Gremlins" DVD series.

Who is Cathy Macaione?

According to her clients, Cathy Macaione is an EXTRAORDINARY Apartment Community Marketing Specialist. Hero to Real Estate Investors from coast-to-coast, Cathy is the creator of Stopping the Real Estate Gremlins video series (now available on DVD), founder of CMA Direct, Inc., and Cathy Macaione Educational Resources. When you have Cathy's powerful -- innovative -- time tested -- highly effective and simple to use marketing tactics on your side... God help your competitors.

Since 1983, Cathy has worked one-on-one with Apartment Community Managers and Real Estate Investors to increase profitability while decreasing all forms of property ownership risk. Says Macaione, "The result of truly effective Property Management is; high occupancy with low resident turn over -- healthy profit margins with zero defect maintenance." Macaione's Temporary Management Placement and Permanent Employment Placement services have set new standards in the Real Estate Management industry. The release of her new Stopping the Real Estate Gremlins video DVD series benefits ALL levels of Real Estate Investors, Property Managers, and Leasing Professionals by making her years of specialized, hands-on experience instantly available and affordable.

Experience you can BANK ON
Cathy's "Stopping the Real Estate Gremlins" brand of Real Estate Marketing and Management training have won her numerous awards including; Chicago's prestigious CAMME and ALEX awards. She continually demonstrates her creativity and expertise through the exploration and implementation of alternative and affordable marketing methods. These proprietary methods are successfully utilized nationwide, by Real Estate Investors, Leasing Professionals, and the managers of apartment communities, ranging in size from 5 to 5000 units.

Prior to starting her own consulting business, Ms. Macaione held numerous positions ranging from; leasing professional to property manager -- from marketing trainer to director of several large management companies. She is also a co-developer and expert trainer for the "Personal Touch" workshops and seminars and frequent contributor of articles on property marketing, maintenance, leasing and management tactics to industry publications. Cathy facilitates and presents for Sales, Marketing and Magic's annual Brainstorming Sessions. She speaks regularly to Home Builder and Apartment Associations across the country, including but not limited to; The Utah Apartment Association, The National Home Builders Association, and The Minnesota Multi-Housing Association.

Cathy's upcoming speaking engagements include:
• October 10th, 2006 at The Northern Indiana Apartment Council
• November 15th, 16th & 17th, 2006 at The Sales & Marketing Magic, Multi-Family Pro Brainstorming West
• February 2007 Cathy will be speaking to the Atlanta Apartment Association on "Telephone Techniques, Leasing and Follow Up."
Please check Cathy's website (www.StopTheGremlins.com) for additional speaking engagement dates and details.

Cathy Macaione is the author of "Six Days to Success: Training the New Leasing Professional" and creator of "Stopping the Real Estate Gremlins" an on-going Video DVD training series in which she shares the most current (plus time tested) management, marketing and leasing techniques utilized in the Multi-Family Housing industry. She holds an Illinois Brokers license and has earned the H.C.C.P designation. Cathy remains actively involved with The Chicago-land Apartment Association and is a member of the National Speakers Association. As a national speaker, industry educator and coach on all topics related to Property Leasing, Marketing, Maintenance, Customer Service, Tax Credit, Image and Resident Retention, Cathy has won the respect of the thousands of people she's helped in the Multi-Housing industry.

If you're a Real Estate Investor, Apartment Community Manager, Leasing or Maintenance Professional -- if you want a brilliant career in Property Management -- Cathy Macaione is someone you need to know. This is one smart lady, providing critical information that you need for maximum success.

Written by J. Silver

Cathy can be reached at: 630-529-5028

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New Serialized Key Control Product from DORMA Offers Unprecedented Flexibility, Web-based Tracking

To dramatically simplify the process of tracking and ordering keys -- without compromising security or key control -- DORMA Architectural Hardware ( www.dorma-usa.com ) has developed a new Serialized Key Control (SKC) concept that creates key control through a national network of authorized key makers using a web-based tracking system.

Reamstown, PA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- To dramatically simplify the process of tracking and ordering keys – without compromising security or key control – DORMA Architectural Hardware ( www.dorma-usa.com ) has developed a new Serialized Key Control (SKC) concept that creates key control through a national network of authorized key makers using a web-based tracking system.

The innovative SKC program uses keys that are laser engraved with unique serial numbers, allowing DORMA-approved hardware distributors and key makers to stock key blanks and cylinders. This approach provides the opportunity to support both factory and locally keyed projects.

The secure, web-based tracking tool provides a historical record of the keys issued to each company. Dealers and locksmiths verify end user authorization at the secure site. End users and factory authorized key makers can track their key duplication history without sending any personal information or key bittings over the Internet.

The SKC program uses a seven-pin cylinder rather than a six-pin cylinder, providing greater keying capacity for the end user. The DORMA seven-pin cylinder fits in the footprint of a conventional six-pin cylinder.

DORMA SKC cylinders are available in rim, mortise, key-in-knob/lever, and small format interchangeable core configurations. The SKC product allows interkeying of conventional cylinder and interchangeable cores, and can be used in DORMA’s complete line of grade one and two locksets as well as retrofitting Schlage and Best products.

For more information on DORMA’s Serialized Key Control program, call DORMA at (800) 523-8483 or visit www.dorma-usa.com .

About DORMA Group North America

Comprising of DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Automatics, DORMA Glas, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, Modernfold, Carolina Door Controls and Crane Revolving Doors, DORMA Group North America provides a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. DORMA Group North America is part of The DORMA Group worldwide, the world’s largest manufacturer of door controls and operable partitions and a global leader in automatic doors.

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Decorative Venetian Plaster Importer Ready to Serve the Northeast Market

New showroom in the New York area is open to the public featuring decorative wall finishes also know as Venetian Plaster

Miami, FL (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Firenze Enterprises, headquartered at 12987 SW 132nd Court in Miami, Florida, is expanding its decorative wall finish solutions company to service the northeast region of the United States by opening a 5,000 square-foot showroom, warehouse, and educational facility at 37-24 24th Street in Long Island City, New York -Phone: 718-361-7734.

Firenze Enterprises is the exclusive importer of Rivesto-Marmorino and Firenzecolor, highly revered Venetian Plaster not available in stores. "Firenze Enterprises' Venetian Plaster is a centuries old product composed of all-natural materials, such as crushed marble, slaked lime, water and natural resins that produce beautiful custom colorized matches spanning the entire color spectrum," said Paul Hoafat, founder and president of Firenze Enterprises. "It is these tints and natural resins that set Firenze Enterprises' product apart from synthetic plaster manufacturers who simply can not achieve the same level of colorized depth."

Firenze Enterprises' unique ability to custom color allows them to match any client's desired color scheme.

Additional features of Firenze Enterprises' Venetian Plaster:

• Mold resistant, non-synthetic and environmentally sensitive
• 42% real crushed marble
• Low volatile organic compound (VOC) tints that replicate the complete color spectrum

The authenticity, beauty and elegance of Firenze Enterprises' Venetian Plaster are among the reasons that contractors, designers and architects remain loyal clients and use the product on projects as small as a bathroom wall or as large as entire building interiors and exteriors.

About Firenze Enterprises

Firenze Enterprises was founded in 1996 to provide elegant decorative wall-finish solutions. The company has become known in the interiors industry for its beautiful and ecologically friendly wall finishes and their ease of application.

For those interested in becoming a Venetian Plaster artisan, Firenze Enterprises offers application seminars, instructional DVDs and starter kits. For more information, visit Firenze Enterprises' website at www.firenzeenterprises.com

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4 Star Electronics Adds Inventory Sub-Domain on Web Site for Better Navigation Through Vast Supply of Obsolete Electronic Components

Now find millions of obsolete semiconductors, integrated circuits and all types of hard-to-find electronic components in extensive online inventory catalog at Inventory.4StarElectronics.com

San Clemente, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- 4 Star Electronics, a leading independent obsolete electronic component distributor, has added an inventory sub-domain to their website for complete online user access to millions of obsolete electronic components. Utilizing a worldwide network of manufacturers, 4 Star Electronics acquires hard-to-find electronic parts no longer in production and sells them to a broad group of customers ranging from basic repair shops to the military and government.

At the inventory sub-domain, allocated, obsolete and hard-to-find electronic components can be searched efficiently by the component’s exact part number. 4 Star Electronics’ online catalog contains millions of parts and each part can be price quoted by knowledgeable salespeople. As a competitive electronic component supplier, 4 Star Electronics not only stocks excess inventory but also performs extensive part searches on demand. If parts are not located via the online catalog, the team at 4 Star Electronics does a comprehensive search via OEMs and CMs for the requested part. Some of the top-selling manufacturers 4 Star Electronics buys from include Motorola, National Semiconductor, AMP, Texas Instruments, Phillips, Analog Devices, Maxim, AMD, ITT Cannon and Potter & Brumfield.

The strategic buyers at 4 Star Electronics have built a vast obsolete electronic component inventory by buying in excess from OEMs and CMs throughout the world. This excess inventory program serves both manufacturer and customer to the best advantage using consignment and lot buy methods, making 4 Star Electronics a valuable partner in the supply chain for companies worldwide. 4 Star Electronics’ inventory is stocked in an ESD/ISO compliant warehouse and is shipped in ESD packaging. Components in storage include integrated circuits, military transistors, mi-spec relays, semiconductors, flash memory, resistors, capacitors, switches, displays, diodes, microcontollers, DSPs, EPROMs, SRAM, DRAM, connectors, CPUs, hard drives and military components.

Because of a surplus of parts, 4 Star Electronics can ship orders quickly. On-demand orders can also be found and shipped promptly. With 30 years of combined experience in locating and distributing hard-to-find, obsolete and allocated electronic components, 4 Star Electronics can meet the needs of almost any customer in any country in the world.

About 4 Star Electronics:
As the leading independent electronics distributor of obsolete, hard-to-find and allocated electronic components, 4 Star Electronics always strives to provide its customers with the best service and lowest prices in the industry. By maintaining an extensive network of domestic and international suppliers, OEM inventories, and an onsite warehouse fully stocked with millions of parts, 4 Star Electronics has the resources and expertise to locate and ship any electronic component to any location in the world. 4 Star Electronics also offers an excess inventory buy-back or consignment program for companies looking to liquidate surplus inventory from overstock or previous jobs. For the fourth year in a row, 4 Star Electronics has been named one of the top 100 fastest growing small businesses in America.

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SpeedHeat® Unveils Home Heating System of the Future — New Generation4™ Electric Radiant Floor Warming Products Help Conserve Energy and Optimize Comfort

With the launch of SpeedHeat’s Generation4™ floor warming systems in America, the future of heating is now here. SpeedHeat’s revolutionary G4™ products use renewable electric energy and offer distinct advantages in conservation, comfort, safety and health. As innovators in the industry for more than 20 years, SpeedHeat® takes a holistic approach to heating and is proud to introduce their advanced G4™ products in the U.S.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- SpeedHeat®, a world leader in the electric radiant floor heating industry, recently unveiled their Generation4™ floor warming systems in the United States. SpeedHeat’s proprietary Generation4™ systems are the most technologically advanced electric radiant floor heating systems in the world. The newly introduced G4™ product line offers consumers the latest evolution in radiant heating with customized comfort and uncompromised safety. The systems also promote healthier environments and enhance energy conservation and green building efforts.

SpeedHeat® Revolutionizes Radiant Heating with a Fourth Generation System:
While floor heating has been around since ancient times, SpeedHeat® has taken the technology to the next level. The first generation of floor heating was invented by the Romans with installation UNDER the slab. Second generation systems were developed for installation IN the slab (such as hydronic heating that relies on hot water being pumped through pipes). Third generation floor warming systems were developed to go on TOP of the slab, but under a pad or other insulating material. Finally, SpeedHeat’s Generation4™ systems were developed to be installed directly ‘IN TOUCH’ with floor finishes offering the highest level of responsiveness and the closest source of radiant heat to maximize energy savings and enhance comfort.

Is G4™ Really Better? Aren’t All Floor Warming Products Basically the Same?:
Just as there are differences between a high-end luxury vehicle and a basic economy car, there are many distinctions in floor warming products. While heating elements may look similar, what’s inside makes a world of difference to performance and comfort. SpeedHeat’s G4™ systems are characterized by four distinct advantages:

Customized Comfort:
Only SpeedHeat’s Generation4™ systems are fully customized to meet the specific needs of each application. Before a SpeedHeat® system is created, a consumer’s comfort preferences, geographical location and function of the room, floor coverings, subfloor construction and even microclimates are all considered. Other companies offer a ‘one system does it all’ approach and only increase the element pitch to achieve reduced power per square foot, but without reducing the output per lineal foot, like SpeedHeat® does, this ‘one for all’ approach stresses and can partially overheat a sensitive floor.

Optimized Energy Conservation:
Because SpeedHeat’s feather thin Generation4™ heating element is optimally engineered to be ‘in touch’ with floor finishes, it warms floors faster than any other systems and at lower, safer temperatures. Because the element is installed closer to the surface than other products, it uses less energy to operate. SpeedHeat® also uses more element per square foot than other manufacturers to achieve unequalled low operating temperatures which also reduces energy consumption. Because SpeedHeat’s G4™ systems are the most responsive, their Intellistat™ thermostats also achieve comfort balance with microclimate adjustments, versus fully cycling on an off like other systems, which makes them even more efficient to operate.

Promotes Healthier Environments:
SpeedHeat’s Generation4™ systems maintain temperature at lower levels than the competitor’s products. This in turn means that G4™ does not dry out air as much as older generation systems. Lower air temperatures contain a lesser amount of moisture and bacteria, thus humidity discomfort and the levels of airborne particles are reduced. In fact, even the Department of Energy says, "Radiant heating has a number of advantages: It is more efficient than baseboard heating and usually more efficient than forced-air heating because no energy is lost through ducts. The lack of moving air can also be advantageous to people with severe allergies."

Uncompromised Safety:
Only SpeedHeat’s G4™ systems feature the patented PTCSelfControl™ flexible heating element that is the thinnest in the industry at less than 1/16" in diameter. The self-regulating element prevents overheating, and the multi-stranded core is protected with a tough outer sheath to stop abrasion and corrosion offering flexibility under floor coverings that shift. All SpeedHeat® products have undergone rigorous testing, including complete submersion in water while energized. All systems feature a full-surround ground screen that is an effective EMR, EMI and RFI shield, and GFCI protection provides absolute electrical safety. SpeedHeat’s products are all UL-listed and National Electric Code (NEC) compliant.

Generation4™ Achieves Perfect Comfort:
"Because of the Generation4™ products and application principles, the G4™ system is the only one approved by leading wood and laminate companies," explains Pieter Jansens, Chairman of SpeedHeat International. "We take a holistic approach to heating, plus we go a few steps further than basic flooring protection needs, and our technology is more advanced. When all the advantages of a G4™ system are combined, the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts."

SpeedHeat® Offers G4™ Warming Solutions for the Whole Home:
SpeedHeat’s electric radiant heating solutions can be installed under virtually any flooring material including: carpet, ceramic tile, stone, floating wood, laminates, vinyl and more. Whether building a new home or remodeling, SpeedHeat’s Generation4™ systems are easy to install in a single room or throughout an entire house. Generation4™ products include: TileWarm™ woodBEwarmer™ and CarpetMate™

Zero Installation Option — RugBuddy™ Offers Plug-‘N-Warm Simplicity:
Another unique "zone heating" option is RugBuddy™ — the only UL-listed heating mat in the world, approved for use under area rugs. It is an ideal solution when installing fixed electric radiant floor heating is not an option. Like an electric blanket for the floor, RugBuddy™ turns regular area rugs into invisible space heaters and is an ideal solution for warming cold spots in any room of the home or office.

Recent Publicity in USA:
Metropolitan Home magazine featured RugBuddy in their May 2006 Design 100 list. RugBuddy was also named as one of the "35 Best Home Products" in the February 2006 issue of Mountain Living. SpeedHeat was also recently featured in This Old House Magazine’s "20 of the Year’s Coolest Tools, Gizmos and Gadgets" list.

Additional Information:
For information about distributor opportunities in America, please contact Peter Newman. For general information, pricing estimates and installation scheduling, please contact Ingrid Weir. 1-888-WARM-FLOOR (1-888-927-6356) or www.speedheat.us.

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Leading Window Replacement Company – Renewal by Andersen - Committed to Energy Efficiency

Renewal by Andersen is the only window replacement company to receive both Green Seal certification and ENERGY STAR® qualification for energy efficiency.

Northborough, Massachusetts (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Renewal by Andersen is pleased to announce it is the only window replacement company to be Green Seal certified and ENERGY STAR® qualified.=

Renewal by Andersen® has a long standing commitment to leadership in environmental stewardship and manufacturing energy efficient products. This commitment is recognized by partnerships with organizations who educate consumers on choosing environmentally responsible products.

The company’s Green Seal Certification makes Renewal by Andersen the only window manufacturer to receive this distinction which includes the certification of all Renewal by Andersen® windows. Green Seal is a national nonprofit environmental organization that helps consumers choose environmentally responsible products. Renewal by Andersen windows meet Green Seal’s environmental standards in the following areas:

• Energy Efficiency
• No use of heavy metals in the frame or sash materials
• Packaging with at least 25% post-consumer material
• Consumer education materials that show proper use and installation
• Clearly labeled performance data

"To earn certification, we demonstrated that our products meet energy efficiency requirements and are manufactured and packaged in an environmentally conscious manner," said Craig Evanich, president of Renewal by Andersen.

Green Seal estimates that if all windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient as those made by Andersen Windows, Americans would save up to 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption—an estimated 200 gallons of oil for every household in the U.S.

Renewal by Andersen has achieved the ENERGY STAR Qualified Window Specialist top rating in performance criteria for all climate regions of the U.S. Products with the ENERGY STAR label are designed to use less energy, help consumers save money on energy bills and protect the environment.

Every Renewal by Andersen window uses High-Performance® Low-E4™ glass. This high-performance glass results in more energy efficient windows which perform on average 41 percent more efficiently in summer and 35 percent more efficiently in winter than standard dual-pane windows. Installing ENERGY STAR windows and doors can reduce energy bills by as much as 15 percent. For more information on the Energy Star label visit www.renewbyandersen.com

Renewal by Andersen is a recognized leader in the window and patio door replacement industry. Custom manufactured with showrooms in the New England area and across the U.S. - Renewal by Andersen offers homeowners a variety of window and patio door design options through one of the largest nationwide networks of window replacement specialists spanning coast to coast.

Renewal by Andersen continues to keep the environment and energy efficiency as key factors in future product development by continuously improving material use and reuse, waste management, emissions and recycling.

About Renewal by Andersen
Renewal by Andersen is a recognized leader in the window and patio door replacement industry. For more information on energy-efficient and environmentally responsible windows, visit www.renewbyandersen.com

"Energy Star" is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Contact:
Steve Woodword
Renewal By Andersen
Northborough, Massachusetts
01532
(508) 919-0900

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Sketch and Share: New Free Software Enables Google SketchUp Pro 3D Models to be Published to the Web

Hypercosm LLC, a leader in 3D interactive simulation software, announces the release of a new free tool for web-enabling 3D models designed with Google SketchUp Pro software from Google, Inc. The Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp Pro 5 preserves the SketchUp rendering style and converts model data into a "view only" Hypercosm applet format. This allows a user to view and explore a model, but not to modify or change it - keeping design data private.

Madison, WI (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Hypercosm LLC announces the release of a new tool for web-enabling 3D models designed with Google SketchUp Pro software from Google, Inc.

The Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp Pro 5 is a free program to automatically export 3D models into interactive web pages. It preserves the SketchUp rendering style and converts model data into a "view only" Hypercosm applet format. This allows a user to view and explore a model using the free Hypercosm Player, but not to modify or change it - keeping design data private.

Hypercosm Teleporter also has the advantage of a low file size format that makes web-based graphics practical for 3D models and animations. A SketchUp user can now get more value out of their 3D models by creating on on-line portfolio or sharing with customers, colleagues, friends and family through email just like other electronic documents.

"Hypercosm is a fantastic viewing tool for anyone needing to share SketchUp models, but protect their work in a view-only format," said Abe Megahed, Chief Technical Officer of Hypercosm.

A Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp Pro version will also be released in December 2006. The Pro version will include features such as a choice of user interface templates, export of individual SketchUp pages, cross-sectioning and tour guide support.

To download Hypercosm Teleporter for SketchUp, visit SketchUp at: http://www.sketchup.com/?section=downloads or Hypercosm at: http://www.hypercosm.com/products/teleporter/sketchup/index.html.

About Hypercosm
Hypercosm LLC is a leader in 3D interactive simulation software for web-based training, education and design visualization. In addition to content development services, Hypercosm offers a suite of software tools, including:

1. Hypercosm Teleporter for efficiently exporting 3D models and animations from AutoDesk’s 3ds Max™ or Google’s SketchUp™ into Hypercosm web deployable applets, evaluation available at: http://www.hypercosm.com/download/teleporter/index.html

2. Hypercosm Studio, a text-based authoring environment for scripting unlimited behaviors and user interactions into 3D content, evaluation available at: http://www.hypercosm.com/download/studio/index.html

3. Hypercosm Player, a free viewer that integrates with standard web browsers for displaying Hypercosm applets, downloadable from: http://www.hypercosm.com/download/player/index.html

Hypercosm's patented approach to encoding object geometry and behaviors results in low file size simulations that can be delivered over the web practically and effectively, even with low bandwidth connections. Hypercosm has been used for web-based interactive astronaut training, assembly instructions, familiarization training, science education aids and 3D architectural designs. The Hypercosm Medical Group focuses on aspects of digital medical publishing, distance learning courseware, medical procedure training and anatomical visualization. For more information and to view solution demonstrations, visit us on-line at www.hypercosm.com.

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SCD Launches Three New Probiotic Products

SCD, a leading producer of probiotic biotechnology introduces specialized probiotic products for cleaning, sanitation, and soil enhancement. The all natural probiotic products are based on SCD EM technology, which utilizes beneficial and effective microorganisms to re-populate environments with healthy microbes. SCD Odor Away, SCD Bio Klean, and SCD Bio Ag are all natural and organic products, providing safe, non-toxic alternatives for cleaning, sanitizing and soil enrichment in industrial and household settings.

Kansas City, MO, USA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -– SCD (Sustainable Community Development), a leading producer of probiotic biotechnology, announces the introduction of three new all natural probiotic products: SCD Odor Away, SCD Bio Klean and SCD Bio Ag.

SCD EM (effective microorganisms) technology is the basis for these new ground-breaking, probiotic products, which harnesses nature’s beneficial microorganisms to regenerate healthy bacteria in the treated area. These beneficial and healthy microbes can then dominate an environment, helping to control the emergence of harmful and toxic bacteria. All living systems have billions of bacteria, many of which are beneficial and necessary for health and development. Some bacteria, or microbes, are potentially harmful. Unlike anti-biotic or anti-bacterial products which kill both healthful and harmful bacteria, SCD EM products target and repopulate healthy bacteria, thus establishing a healthy and vibrant environment.

These products are formulated to solve specific problems:

SCD Odor Away TM – All natural and organic odor control. For use in reducing odors in industrial situations like waste treatment, livestock pens, poultry pens, equine stables and latrines. Can also be used for common household smells such as kitchen waste, pets, and smoke.

SCD Bio Klean TM – All natural and organic cleaner. For industrial cleaning without the chemicals, including restaurants, grease traps, food processing equipment, mold & mildew, industrial waste by-product. Household uses include kitchen surfaces, bathrooms, patio furniture, and laundry.

SCD Bio AgTM – Natural and organic microbial inoculant. For agriculture, garden, orchard, and vineyard usage. SCD Bio Ag™ provides nutrients and bacteria that encourage other beneficial microbes to grow, enriching soil and enhancing plant growth.

"Nature provides the blueprint for a sustainable world, now we must build it", states Matthew Wood, founder and CEO of SCD. These all natural, organic probiotic products provide a safe, non-toxic alternative to common industrial and household challenges."

About SCD
SCD is a leading producer of a natural biotechnology that utilizes beneficial and effective microorganism ("EM") technology. Founded in 1998, SCD market approach is two-fold. First, SCD markets all natural EM-based products to consumers for health, home and garden uses. Secondly, SCD works with industrial partners to develop industry changing applications using EM technology in the fields of organic agriculture, animal health, waste remediation and industrial clean-up.

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Forum 2006 to Focus on 'Globalization' OF Commercial Real Estate Markets

'Globalization’ has had a profound impact on the way commercial real estate investors and other professionals in the sector make strategic decisions. It is imperative that local and national real estate associations stay abreast of international market conditions, so that they will be better able to service local investors who seek to expand into international markets.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Europaproperty.com chief strategist and publisher, Craig Smith said today that ‘globalization’ has had a profound impact on the way commercial real estate investors and other professionals in the sector make strategic decisions.

He noted, "It is imperative that local and national real estate associations stay abreast of international market conditions, so that they will be better able to service local investors who seek to expand into international markets. And that is why we are confident that Forum 2006, an international commercial real estate conference to be held next month for the first time in the United States, will act as a stimulus for fortifying relationships and commercial real estate transactions between North American and European investors."

The Central and Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS States Commercial Real Estate Forum 2006, organized by Europaproperty.com, will be held on Oct. 5th & 6th at the Grand Hyatt, New York.

Mr. Smith rallies behind the formation of groups such as the International Coalition of Real Estate Associations(ICREA) and is quick to point out that they underscore his initiatives of bringing real estate professionals from different markets to conferences, such as Forum 2006, where they can share decades of hands on country knowledge and experiences in the commercial real estate field.

Says Mr. Smith, "While Forum 2006 will focus on market conditions and opportunities in for example, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, the Baltics, Russia and CIS States, I would like to broaden and further expand the scope and dimension of future Forums of this nature."

Adds Mr Smith, "Let's face the facts head on. There are probably over a 1 billion people on the world wide Net today which makes the international real estate market accessible to millions of investors at any one time. The way I see it, our job at Europaproperty.com today is to assist sophisticated foreign owners, developers, investors, managers, agents and others in the field in acquiring knowledge and know-how so that they are better equipped to enter rapidly expanding growth markets such as the CEE and Russia. These are by their very nature value added markets that many companies will not want to overlook as they seek ways of expanding their revenue streams and adding asset values to their balance sheets both today and tomorrow."

Europaproperty.com (www.europaproperty.com) is recognized as a leading organizer of conferences and other special events for the commercial real estate marketplace throughout Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and the CIS States.

Complete booking and sponsorship details for the New York conference can be obtained at www.europaproperty.com or by calling in North America: Toll-Free 1-800-731-8482; in Europe dial +48-696-618-334.

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London Underground – The World’s Largest Man Made Geothermal Energy System

Report Predicts That Storage Technology Is Set To Become A Key Component In The Renewable Energy Supply Chain.

Cambridge, UK (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- It is the world’s oldest underground railway systems and for more than one hundred years the clay surrounding its tunnels has been absorbing heat from trains and passengers. Now, each summer passengers travelling on ‘the tube’ have to endure temperatures in excess of those recommended for the safe transport of animals. Passengers are advised to carry water at all times and emergency services are frequently called upon to revive passengers who collapse from heat exhaustion. According to a report published this week by Cambridge UK analysts CarbonFree the overheating on London’s mass transit system typifies the problems that exist within so called ‘Urban Heat Islands,' - basically energy ends up stored in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Ironically, London is currently experiencing another energy crisis and is attempting to negotiate a deal with Venezuela that would involve buying oil at a reduced price in exchange for a range of consultancy and promotional services.

In the report, “Watts In Store – Storing Renewable Energy” Carbon free suggests that the ability to store energy will be a key to the successful wide scale exploitation of renewable energy sources. According to the author of the report, Remi Wilkinson, “There is a range of technologies and business models that can be deployed to extract, conserve and market energy within Urban Heat Islands. While energy prices remain high, we would see both conventional and next generation energy providers extracting and marketing heat energy.” CarbonFree highlights a system used in the Netherlands called ‘road energy’ which takes heat energy out of tarmac roads during the summer and stores it in an aquifer until it is required for warming buildings during the winter. The report suggests that similar techniques could also be used to extract heat from underground mass transit systems and supply it to businesses above ground.

The report identifies a wide range of technologies used to store renewable energy, from flywheels and compressed air to bio-fuels and hydrogen fuel cells. CarbonFree sees hydrogen-based fuel cell technology competing with both conventional fossil fuels and Bio fuels for a share of the automotive energy market. It expects bio-fuels to win this battle in the short term due to the close fit with current refuelling infrastructure. However, according the report, as the bio fuel market grows, political issues and shortages, which today characterise the fossil fuel market, will begin to impact on bio fuel refiners.

The report “Watts In Store – Storing Renewable Energy” is available from the CarbonFree website.
www.carbonfree.co.uk

About CarbonFree
CarbonFree carries out research and analysis in a wide range of alternative energy related fields and disseminates results in its highly focussed CarbonFree reports. It also helps organisations reposition themselves in the rapidly evolving alternative energy market.

www.carbonfree.co.uk

For further details contact:
Toby Jackson
CarbonFree
++44 (0)1223 208926

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Murray Company Awarded Progress Energy Project

The Murray Company was awarded another construction project for Progress Energy in Largo, Florida.

Clearwater, FL (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- The Murray Company, a design/build general contractor, has been awarded two more contracts for Progress Energy.

The Murray Company will design and build the Progress Energy Administrative / Fleet Building in Largo, Florida. The facility is 19,600 square feet and will house administrative support and fleet services for Progress Energy’s Walsingham Campus.

They were also awarded the contract for the Progress Energy Jamestown Campus. The project will update the entire Operations Center located in Oviedo, Florida.

About The Murray Company
The Murray Company is a design / build general contractor based in Clearwater, Florida, specializing in industrial and office projects throughout the United States. To learn more about The Murray Company, visit the web site at http://www.themurraycompany.com

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Sgt. Brian Fontaine, Severely Wounded Iraq War Veteran from Dorchester, MA to Receive a Helping Hand from Homes for Our Troops.

Taunton, Massachusetts based charity heads to Boston to promote community volunteerism and build a handicap accessible home for Sgt. Brian Fontaine.

Dorchester, MA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -– Homes for Our Troops, a Massachusetts based 501 (c)(3) organization that builds and adapts homes for handicap accessibility for our most severely wounded veterans will be reaching out to the local community members to help provide a new home for Sgt. Brian Fontaine.

In Middleboro, Massachusetts, Homes for Our Troops built a brand new, barrier-free home for Sgt. Peter Damon who lost both arms while serving in Iraq, and his young family – at no cost to Sgt. Damon. With the help of 59 businesses and hundreds of volunteers, Homes for Our Troops was proud to turn over the keys to the Damon’s new home in October 2005.

Now Homes for Our Troops is hoping to duplicate the local business involvement and the community volunteerism in the Greater Boston/Eastern MA area for another wounded American Hero.

Sgt. Brian Fontaine, a 24-year-old tank commander from Dorchester, MA lost both of his lower legs while serving in Iraq when a terrorist’s IED (Improvised Explosive Device) that was planted in the road exploded under the Humvee that Brian was riding in. Brian was serving with the First Brigade Combat Team of the Fourth Infantry Division when he was severely injured on June 8, 2006.

Brian’s dream for his future is to become a Boston firefighter like his father, who is a firefighter in Roxbury, MA and like his grandfather who served in the department as well.

Homes for Our Troops is in need of land in the Greater Boston/Eastern Massachusetts area to build a new handicap accessible home to suit Brian’s needs. Visit our website www.homesforourtroops.org to make donations or to sign up to volunteer on Brian’s project.

About Homes for Our Troops
Homes for Our Troops was founded in 2004 by contractor John Gonsalves when he wanted to find an organization to volunteer his 20 years experience as a contractor to help our wounded veterans with their home modification needs. He found that no organization existed to help our severely disabled veterans in that way, so he founded Homes for Our Troops. Since that time, Mr. Gonsalves and the Homes for Our Troops organization have worked nationwide to complete six other projects and we have 16 more currently under construction or soon to be commenced. These projects mean that 24 severely injured veterans, 16 of whom are married, and with a total of 30 children among them, have or will soon have a home they can call their own – a home suited to their difficult physical needs arising as a result of their sacrificing for our country.

“Our motto is, essentially, 'Homes for our troops'," John Gonsalves says. “It’s not a (politically) left thing, it’s not a right thing, it’s the right thing. As Americans, we have a responsibility to these soldiers and their families.”

Homes for Our Troops has received awards and recognition from notable sources around the country:

President Bush’s December 7 Address to the Troops at Camp Pendleton, CA
Daughters of the American Revolution 2006 Medal of Honor
2005 & 2006 Newman’s Own Award
ENR Top 25 Newsmakers Award
Home Magazine’s 2005 Home Shelter Award

*The services provided by Homes for Our Troops is done at no cost to the veterans we serve.

Media Contact Information:
John Gonsalves, Founder Homes for Our Troops
508-331-2266
1 Taunton Green
Taunton, MA 02780
Website: www.homesforourtroops.org

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National Association of Home Builders Announces New Exam Option for Housing Credit Certified Professionals (HCCP)

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announces Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) professionals seeking the Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation can now take their exams through computer-based testing.

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announces Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) professionals seeking the Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) designation can now take their exams through computer-based testing.

Created by NAHB, the HCCP designation is the premier credential for developers, property managers, asset managers, and others working in the affordable housing industry. The HCCP is the benchmark for education, experience, and ethical standards for LIHTC professionals. Passing the exam is a critical component of earning the designation.

“We are delighted to be able to offer our HCCP candidates computer-based testing,” said Cara Wallo, chairman of the HCCP Board of Governors, which oversees the program. “Our candidates will save both time and money in taking the test and will be able to receive their exam results immediately.”

The computer-based testing is administered for NAHB by LaserGrade, a company that specializes in proctored computer-based test administration and is the largest U.S.-owned and operated network in North America.

Benefits:
Computer-Based Testing enhances the HCCP program by providing candidates with: The choice of over 1,000 testing sites across the country (reducing travel expenses and time). The HCCP exam can be administered within 5 working days of contacting LaserGrade at 1-800-211-2753 or by visiting www.lasergrade.com/nhb.shtml.

Immediate onsite test results

LaserGrade’s national call center, which is prepared to accept candidate telephone calls Monday-Friday from 6 am to 5 pm PDT, and 6 am to 2 pm on Saturday

The ease of 24 x 7 registration availability

The Eligibility Requirements for HCCP Designation:
A minimum of two years experience in the LIHTC industry, where professionals have spent at least 50% of their time working on LIHTC programs and issues.

Ten hours of LIHTC training.

Adherence to the HCCP Code of Ethics.

Passing the HCCP examination. (There have been over 2,000 professionals who have passed the HCCP exam since the formation of the program)

About NAHB Multi-Family
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is a Washington-based trade association representing more than 235,000 members involved in home building, remodeling, multifamily construction, property management, subcontracting, design, housing finance, building product manufacturing, and other aspects of residential and light commercial construction. NAHB is affiliated with more than 800 state and local home builders associations around the country.

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Clustered Housing Developments in Boulder County, CO, Not Better for Plant and Wildlife Conservation

First study to look at this common assumption.

(PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- It has long been assumed that clustered housing developments benefit plant and wildlife communities by reducing the effects of urban sprawl. A new study in Conservation Biology is the first to examine this assumption to determine if these developments, as compared to dispersed housing, have a less detrimental impact.

The study looked at songbird, mammal, and plant communities of clustered housing developments, dispersed housing developments and undeveloped areas in Boulder, CO. It was found that the cluster developments did no more to conserve sensitive plant and wildlife communities than did dispersed housing developments.

“It is important for those of us living in rural areas to realize that we have an impact on the plant and wildlife communities that surround us. Our presence, along with roads, houses, exotic plants, bird feeders, and garbage tends to attract a new suite of plant and wildlife species more tolerant of disturbance and human activity. While housing developments can be designed to reduce these effects, our stewardship of the lands surrounding our houses plays a crucial role in mitigating these impacts,” says head researcher, Buffy A. Lenth.

The study contends that policies need to be reformed to create clustered developments with more rigorous ecological guidelines and coordination on a regional scale to develop higher conservation value.

This study is published in Conservation Biology. Media wishing to receive a PDF of this article please contact bos.blackwellpublishing.net.

Buffy Lenth is available for questions or interview by e-mail.

Over the past 20 years, Conservation Biology has become the most influential and frequently cited journal in its field. Nature calls this title "required reading for ecologists throughout the world." The journal continues to publish groundbreaking papers and remains instrumental in defining the key issues contributing to the study and preservation of species and habitats.

For more information, please visit: www.blackwellpublishing.com/cbi

Blackwell Publishing is the world’s leading society publisher, partnering with 665 academic and professional societies. Blackwell publishes over 800 journals and, to date, has published more than 6,000 books, across a wide range of academic, medical, and professional subjects.

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Follow Leeds to Win £5,000 Window and Door Make Over

Safestyle UK has announced a special contest for the fans and followers of Leeds United Football Club.

(PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Safestyle, the UK's leading independent replacement window and door company, is determined to do their bit to get loyal Leeds United fans to support their team in bigger numbers and turn out in their thousands for this Saturday's crucial Championship tie against high flying Birmingham City.

The Yorkshire-based company, renowned for their celebrity-led award-winning adverts and high quality yet easily affordable products, is offering one lucky supporter a £5,000 window and door make-over, which will mean that no matter what the results this season at least one fan will be singing and dancing on the terraces.

Everyone who attends the game, which kicks off at Elland Road at 3.00pm on 23rd September will have the chance to enter the competition and all entrants will receive a special Safestyle "goody-bag" filled with surprise gifts.

For all those that do enter prior to kick off, one fan will also win a Leeds United autographed shirt, in a draw which will take place on the field at half time.

Keen Leeds fan and Safestyle Chief Executive, John Ross commented: "With the team being where they are in the league and attendance down, we wanted to try and attract a few of the traditionally loyal fans back to Elland Road. These may not be the glory days but it is times like this when everyone needs to rally round the club. Who knows hopefully our prize might just entice a few more back to the stands?"

About Safestyle UK:

Safestyle UK is part of the Style Group UK Limited which has headquarters in Bradford and has a large manufacturing unit at Wombwell, near Barnsley where it is the area's largest single employer -- all in United's substantial catchment area. The company manufactured and installed more than £100m worth of windows and doors in the last year and it is now the largest independent company of its type in the United Kingdom with over 40 branches from South to North and its own transport fleet. Visit them at http://www.safestyle-windows.co.uk/lufc.

For further information please contact:
Ashley Metcalfe
+44-1924-256050

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Metal Buildings R Us Launches New Website Offering Improved and Intensified Consumer Resources and Information

Metal buildings R Us, the world's leader in prefabricated steel buildings, has launched www.metalbuildingsrus.com. The new Website offers the most current information and access to dozens of inspirational uses, designs and styles for today's metal buildings.

(PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Metal buildings R Us, the world's leader in prefabricated steel buildings has launched www.metalbuildingsrus.com. The new Website offers the most current information and access to dozens of inspirational uses, designs and styles for today's metal buildings. The new Metal Buildings R Us website is designed with the customer's experience in mind. The customer is able to check on the various designs, specials, receive quotes, compare features and benefits and have most of their questions answered. Not only does the new Website offer the potential customer a wealth of information, it is easy to navigate and offers a pleasant reading experience.

Metal buildings are one of the fastest growing segments in the modern building industry. They offer a low-maintenance and code compliant alternative to wood and cement block for residential and commercial applications. Statistics show that steel buildings in the new millennium are consistently replacing the construction of wood and cement block buildings. Metal buildings are no longer just used for warehouses and tool sheds. Their functions serve anything that can be creatively imagined. Metal Buildings R Us has traditionally offered a wide diversity of designs, styles and uses for their buildings over the years. A few examples of their buildings usage are:

Garage and workshop
Agriculture
Manufacturing
Aviation Hangars
Office Buildings
Retail Buildings
House of Worship
Riding Arenas
Strip Malls
Warehouses

Metal buildings are no longer just for backyard tool sheds or dockside warehouses. Today's metal buildings offer much more diversity. Pre-fabricated metal buildings are created in a wide range of different designs and colors due to the miracles of modern technology. The company says you will have the option of choosing from a large selection of designs, paneling, coatings and colors.

The range and variety of uses for metal buildings is almost endless. They can be seen in everything from modern hospitals, massive sport arenas, agricultural buildings and beautiful churches to your standard two-car garage. Most companies prefer steel buildings simply because pre-fabricated steel structures can be quickly erected and ready to use in no time at all. There is little or no upkeep. They withstand the weather very well and are impervious to insect damage or fire damage. One of the largest benefits of owning a steel building is certainly the cost factor.

Wood and other building materials have been rising in price in recent years and is no longer an affordable option for many people. Companies using steel buildings are highly suited for the rapid changes of today's market. Metal Buildings R Us promises a speedy delivery. Gone are waiting months for a new manufacturing facility to arrive. Poor logistics can cost a company millions of dollars and cause it to fall behind in the competition.

Company officials state, "These days, anybody can do anything from their home via the Internet except build a home or building. Metal Buildings R Us is looking to simplify that experience. We are excited that the new Website will help do that for our customers as well as our enthusiastic customer service staff." For more information visit the new Website:

http://www.metalbuildingsrus.com

Or call us toll free at 1-877-241-6548.

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International Real Estate Investment Just Got a Whole Lot Simpler

Genesispropertykits.com have just launched their new website offering various country kits for real estate investors considering purchases in foreign countries.

(PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Australian company Genesis Business Systems recently launched their new website aimed at budding international property investors. www.genesispropertykits.com has been setup to educate potential investors about the different aspects of investing in foreign countries.

Tim Wright, Director of Genesis Business Systems, says "The products we offer have been compiled by professionally accredited accountants and international real estate investors. We deal with the questions which arise before making such a financial commitment. Our products educate our customers on the necessary topics such as Foreign Ownership Laws, Taxation and the Purchase Process for each country."

Upon launch, the online store offers investor kits for Australia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Estonia, France, New Zealand, Romania, Spain and the USA, all in downloadable format.

The website also offers a wealth of free information concerning international real estate markets and a Blog for visitors to share their thoughts and ideas. A list of recommended links for the appropriate services in each country such as real estate agents, property managers, legal and travel is currently available and is been added to every week. Additions to come in the near future include a weekly international property newsletter and contributor's articles.

Real estate information and educational resource providers are also invited to add their articles and products to the website.

Tim Wright adds, "our intention is to become the No.1 online investor's resource for international real estate information and education."

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TrueAdvantage’s Joe Petro to Participate in SIIA Panel Discussion Titled “Technology Lead Generation: Can it Work for You?”

Panel Discussion: Technology Lead Generation: Can it Work for You?

SOUTHBOROUGH, Mass. (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- TrueAdvantage®,Inc., a leading provider of technology-enabled qualified lead generation solutions, announced today that TrueAdvantage Vice President of Product Development & Operations Joe Petro will participate on a panel discussion titled, "Technology Lead Generation: Can it Work for You" on September 27, 2006 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET at the offices of Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. in Boston, MA. The panel discussion is part of the Software & Information Industry Association's (SIAA) Boston Brown Bag Lunch Series.

The discussion, which will be moderated by Bill Burger, Vice President Marketing, Copyright Clearance Center, will focus on the challenges faced by companies seeking reliable data to support a variety of sales and marketing activities, including lead generation, the sourcing of competitive intelligence and integrating with CRM software. Tom Aley, President & CEO, Generate, Inc. and Russell Glass, Vice President Products and Marketing, Zoom Information, Inc. will also participate on the panel.

"Companies in every industry face the challenge of arming their salesforces with actionable, qualified leads," said Petro. "Technology-enabled lead generation solutions such as TrueAdvantage are changing the way prospecting is done across industries by delivering true leads -- companies and contacts in high-propensity-to-buy situations. With the right combination of technology and expertise, this can be achieved with the efficiency and reliability sought by any person responsible for accelerating sales. The SIIA panel will be a terrific opportunity for C-level executives to learn about the possibilities for simple, efficient, cost-effective ways to jump-start sales efforts through technology-enabled lead generation."

The Software & Information Industry Association is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industry. SIIA provides global services in government relations, business development, corporate education and intellectual property protection to the leading companies that are setting the pace for the digital age.

About TrueAdvantage
TrueAdvantage's innovative subscription-based, technology-enabled qualified lead generation system delivers timely and highly qualified leads to sales professionals. Its unique SmartTrigger™ technology enables salespeople at over 350 companies to contact the right person at the right time for the right reason. TrueAdvantage users spend more time in front of their prospects selling, instead of researching; gain first-mover advantage by reaching high-probability prospects early in their buying cycles; and dramatically increase sales results by improving their close rates and average selling price.

TrueAdvantage leverages the power of its SmartTrigger technology to continually scan more than 20,000 sources of business information and the Internet for over 150 categories of "trigger events," business events that typically indicate a high propensity to buy. It produces over 25,000 of these new SmartTriggers every day. Triggers that match criteria set by an individual salesperson are linked with company sales intelligence and delivered to that person's desktop, either via email or directly into a CRM system, as true leads.

For more information, visit http://www.trueadvantage.com, call 888.508.8783 or send email.

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Revolutionary Phone Service Links Consumers With Contractors

Leading home improvement stores in the United States have the unprecedented opportunity to increase capital by an estimated $3 million per month by providing a new service called 1-800-GET-BIDS.

Santa Rosa, CA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Leading home improvement stores in the United States have the unprecedented opportunity to increase capital by an estimated $3 million per month by providing a new service called 1-800-GET-BIDS.

The service links contractors with consumers, providing the major home improvement retailers with a cost-efficient way to increase business and improve customer relations. The contractor-consumer matchmaking service has the potential to draw in roughly 300,000 introductions per month, without the need for expensive branding investments.

"With only the basic cross-selling involved for the major home improvement retailers, 1-800-GET-BIDS will be a major boon for any major home improvement store," said Scott Wolmuth, owner and inventor of the service. "This would be a fast and profitable venture for any company that would want to make this service part of their business."

Wolmuth is a seasoned veteran in making vanity numbers successful, and is turning his sole focus over to 1-800-GET-BIDS by selling his other profitable listing services, 1-800 and 1-888 LISTING. The Santa Rosa businessman’s idea for 1-800-LISTING was realized after brainstorming for a memorable phone number to link with his real estate brokerage. The result was a concept that allows other Realtors to buy licenses to use Wolmuth’s trademark idea for their own business.

Wolmuth has also had major success with 1-800-FREE-411, putting together an exclusive license agreement of his patented system with Jingle Networks. The concept behind 1-800-FREE-411 is, instead of calling 411 and paying up to $3 per call for a phone number listing, users can get that listing free if they listen to a 12-second advertisement. 1-800-FREE-411 has been receiving millions of calls per month, but hasn’t spent a penny in advertisement. The same degree of overwhelming success is expected with 1-800-GET-BIDS.

"Vanity numbers I’ve created in the past are low in expenses and high in expectations," said Wolmuth. "The new 1-800-GET-BIDS is just so easy to remember, it basically sells itself."

Activity surrounding the financing of 1-800-GET-BIDS is going full-steam, with venture capital firms Benchmark Capital and Shasta Ventures closely analyzing the potential of Wolmuth’s service.

"We’re advertising in Forbes Magazine, seeking partners in this next venture because the sky really is the limit on this one," said Wolmuth. "We’ve been asked if we’ll sell it outright, and the answer is a definite no. We want to ride this big wave for as far as it’ll go, and right now, that wave is only just starting to swell. These are exciting times."

About the Company
1-800-LISTING is a real estate referral agency that allows regional and local Realtors to take part in national advertising campaigns. It can be found at http://www.1800listing.com

1-800-FREE-411 is a national 411 service provider, offering free access to users in return for exposure to a short advertisement. It can be found at http://www.free411.com

1-800-GET-BIDS is a start-up, currently engaged in the search for joint venture partners. It can be found at http://www.getbids.com.

Availability
Scott Wolmuth is available for interviews about his ventures and the 1-800 industry. He can be reached at [1-800-438-2437 or via email.

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Flatrate Moving Celebrates 15th Successful Year

Industry leader marks 15th year with five national locations, new and improved Website, and anniversary discounts for customers nationwide.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Fifteen years ago, a guaranteed, one-price quote was almost unheard of in the moving industry -- until New York's Flatrate Moving (www.Flatrate.com) came along. Flatrate has helped to shape the industry ever since, and now celebrates its 15th successful year in business with a new and expanded national website (www.Flatratemoving.com) serving all locations, and a new discount to thank its customers, as well.

"Flatrate Moving changed the way the moving industry worked, and empowers customers with a hassle-free new approach to the moving process," says Eric Klepar, General Manager of Flatrate Moving. "We're proud to say that Flatrate's excellence and honesty within the moving industry have made our company the mover of choice in New York City today."

In 1991, moving customers too often found themselves at the mercy of bait-and-switch tactics and unscrupulous companies. As a result, entrepreneur Sharone Ben-Harosh founded Manhattan's Flatrate Moving Systems in direct response to an often confusing industry that didn't offer customers the simpler pricing options they wanted most. True to its name, Flatrate met this demand, and its unique new "flat-rate" approach proved so popular that the company quickly flourished, achieving rapid success through customer word of mouth.

Today, the unique business model Flatrate introduced has generated a host of imitators nationwide, and helped to usher in a popular "flat-rate" trend industrywide. Flatrate, however, remains the original, and its five locations include some of the nation's busiest and fastest-growing metropolitan areas, including New York, Los Angeles, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and Miami and Southeastern Florida. Whether within a city block, or across an ocean, Flatrate gets it done, making even long-distance moves a complete pleasure.

The company's new and improved national website supports this vision and provides a hub for its five separate locations, via www.Flatratemoving.com. The site will also offer a wealth of information, tips, and other enhanced online support to prospects and customers worldwide.

Furthermore, to celebrate its 15th birthday, Flatrate is using its new and improved website to offer customers a special discount on move prices through the end of 2006. To take advantage of the discount, users simply go to www.Flatrate.com and click on "Special Rate Days," or go directly to http://www.flatrate.com/nyc_movers/specialDatesList.asp. A list of "special rate dates" will appear, on which customers will receive a significant discount on the price of their overall move.

Flatrate's fifteen years haven't been without their share of challenges. Like many New York companies, it found much to overcome after the tragic events of September 11, 2001. When the terrorist attacks occurred, Flatrate's headquarters was located on 100 Maiden Lane -- just a couple of blocks from the World Trade Center, and in an area heavily impacted by the collapse of the towers. The entire area was closed and inaccessible for over a month after the tragedy, and even after reopening for business, Flatrate found itself, like many NYC movers, struggling for business in an atmosphere predominated by moves out of, not into, New York City. But the company persevered, and soon found itself on the track to success once again. One year ago, Flatrate moved to a new and larger location in SOHO -- a prime location with easy access to customers in all five boroughs and beyond.

In June of 2006, the general public voted this same New York flagship location a prestigious Best of Citysearch (BOC) Award as "Best Mover 2006." In addition, Citysearch reviewers and reporters also chose Flatrate as #1 in a separate editorial honor for the company.

A History of Community Involvement

Flatrate Moving offers a strong history of community involvement. In 2004, the company launched the "Furnish a Future" program, created in partnership with a nonprofit organization that helps the formerly homeless to get back on their feet, and utilizing unwanted or donated furnishings to help homeless or needy families find a new start in life. Also known as "Furnished Home," with this program Flatrate has, to date, donated furniture, trucks and moving men -- thousands of dollars and man-hours, helping to furnish the homes of formerly homeless families.

In this same spirit of lending a hand, Flatrate also donates two dollars per customer feedback entry received to their site, to the Cancer Recovery Foundation Project (CRF). This program provides an incentive to customers to keep in touch about their experiences while also helping to set the company apart from its competitors. Flatrate happily repays this kind of in-depth feedback by donating dollars to CRF for each valuable feedback entry. For more information, or to take part, please visit http://www.flatrate.com/nyc_movers/feedbacks.asp.

For more information on Flatrate Moving's New York location and fifteen years in business, or for terrific tips for your upcoming move, please visit www.Flatrate.com. To view the company's new and improved national website serving five locations nationwide, please visit www.Flatratemoving.com.

Meanwhile, for more information, a press kit, or for more valuable tips, or to set up interviews with Flatrate executives or founders, please contact Angela Mitchell at (904) 982-8043.

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Allstates Uniforms Brings Web Advantages Direct to the Business Customer

Allstates Uniforms, a Catalog Sales Company, announced the launch of its new customer friendly website. The new site brings the benefits of the Internet directly to buyers of uniforms, embroidered apparel, screenprinted work clothes, and promotional products, making their buying experiences both fast and easy.

Lawrence, MA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Allstates Uniforms (www.allstatesuniforms.com), a Catalog Sales Company, announced the launch of its new customer friendly website, bringing the benefits of the Web and Internet directly to buyers of uniforms, embroidered and screenprinted apparel, and promotional products making their buying experiences both fast and easy.

A business-to-business company providing uniforms and identify (logo) apparel and promotional products to a variety of industries -- including the retail, transportation, and manufacturing industries -- parent company, Catalog Sales, has been providing professional, personal service to its customers for 26 years, recently making the move from a primarily direct-mail catalog business to the Internet.

Allstates' Internet presence brings state-of-the art and ease of shopping to business customers who don't want to spend extended time on a Web site, hitting the "back" button or using the clumsy, tedious, and repetitive drop down menus.

"We've designed the navigation and the purchase process of Allstates’ Web site so that it enhances the shopping experience, making a Web visit a pleasure rather than a chore," said Vice President of Marketing Rick Kurman, "by eliminating steps and simplifying the size and color ordering to a single screen." "Our customers no longer have to repeat step after step to order different sizes or colors of the same item. It's a "one-click" process. Simple!"

Additionally, the allstatesuniforms.com Web site continues its "customer easy" theme to the product embellishment with logos or text. "We’ve made personalizing your items easy with just a couple of clicks and you're done.” After placing all your items into the shopping cart and you're using a custom logo, you will be prompted to upload the logo. Use the simple pop-up window to find your logo on your computer and send it to us. One click, one logo, and you're done!"

The company offers both state-of-the art embroidery as well as its own special screen printing process that ensures durability and long wear. "Whatever embellishment our customers choose, we guarantee them the best results."

"Our goal," said Kurman, "is to provide customers with the best and simplest Web site to purchase all of their uniform and image apparel items without wasting their precious time and trying their patience with redundancy. “Business customers shouldn't spend more time or energy online than on the phone, he added. "Our site was developed with this simple philosophy -- and isn't that what the Web is all about?"

Catalog Sales Companies, founded in 1980, is one of the largest providers of uniforms, imprinted and embroidered apparel, and promotional products to all types of businesses and industry. In addition to the new site, the companies other operating subsidiaries are: Cheap Aprons (www.cheapaprons.com), providing uniforms and accessories to the Hospitality, Food Service, and Restaurant industry, and Affordable Images (www.thecorporatechoice.com) providing embroidered and screenprinted apparel, imagewear, and promotional products for all types of corporations. This site is being redesigned and re-launched in spring of 2007.

For more information, contact us at 1-800-367-2374.
Or visit our sites: www.catalogsalescompanies.com, www.allstatesuniforms.com, and www.cheapaprons.com.

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Exterieur Resources Worldwide Inc. to Join Philippine BPO Industry Trade Mission

Exterieur Resources Worldwide Inc., a Business Process Outsourcing firm that specializes in providing offshore Finance and Accounting, Legal and Human Resources services, will be participating in an official Trade Mission to promote the Philippine business process outsourcing (BPO) industry. Panel conferences and one-on-one business meetings are scheduled in New York City, from September 22 to 25; Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, from September 27 to 29; Chicago, from October 2 to 3; and Denver, from October 5 to 6.

Foster City, CA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Lito Jaojoco, Executive Vice President of Exterieur Resources Worldwide Inc., announced today that Exterieur Resources, will be participating, along with several other exclusively selected companies, in an official Trade Mission to the U.S. to promote the Philippine business process outsourcing (BPO) industry. Organized by the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, through its Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions, and the Philippine Board of Investments, the Trade Mission will hold panel conferences and one-on-one business meetings in New York City, from September 22 to 25; Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, from September 27 to 29; Chicago, from October 2 to 3; and Denver, from October 5 to 6. Spearheading the mission will be Philippine Secretary of Trade and Industry and leading member of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s cabinet, Hon. Peter B. Favila, who will be accompanied by other Philippine government officials and a number of prominent business executives from the Philippines.

The Philippines is rapidly emerging as a major Asia Pacific business center, lauded by many U.S., Canadian and European companies as a “best shore” location that eclipses India in a number of BPO categories. Exterieur Resources Worldwide Inc., a British Columbia corporation with extensive ownership and business ties to the Philippines, including its main operational facilities in Makati City, is a BPO firm that specializes in providing offshore Finance and Accounting, Legal and Human Resources services. It employs highly qualified, experienced professionals and it strives to provide reliable, industry-specific “best practices” that maximize labor cost savings and generate powerful economies of scale, attained from standardized business processes tied to leading-edge technology.

For More Information, Contact:
Exterieur Resources Worldwide Inc.
604-909-1156 or (650) 534-4094
www.exterieur-resources.com

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Hiring the Right Employees the Key to Success; B.R. Garrison Software Group Offering Employment Testing System

The B.R. Garrison software group is helping thousands of companies worldwide hire right the first time, by offering the Plus-32 employment testing system. It's fast, accurate and cost effective.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- B.R. Garrison software group is helping thousands of companies worldwide hire right the first time. In business since 1986, the Plus-32 employment testing system is a sure way to test the applicants applying for a position in your company.

Don't start your next interview with "so tell me about yourself"

You Need Facts :
Who is sitting in front of you?
What are this person's weak points, strong points?
Are they Patient, Aggressive, Detail Oriented, Emotionally stable, Persuasive?
Will you have problems down the road?
If hired, could this person upset the other employees?

Do they "fit" in your department...Will they work with your management style?
Does the person have management potential or will they always require supervision?
Can the applicant handle stress...How much?
Do they have personal problems... are they likely to bring them to work and make them "your" problems ?
Do they have a good memory for details...Can they retain information quickly?

Will they need training...How do you train and motivate them? Cut to the Bottom Line...

Hiring the right person for a position can be challenging if not downright impossible without the proper tools and information. Let’s face it, we would’t build a house without a set of blueprints and the correct tools so why should building a winning team be any different ?

The resume is a start but :

1-Is the information on the resume correct ? Compare it to our personality profile and see if it matches.

2-Does the applicants character and talent traits match the achievements on the resume?

3-Does the applicant have the right character and talent traits to work well with your people, your management style?

4-Does the applicant have the ability to learn quickly?

5-What training will the applicant need and what is the best method to train them?

6-What is the best position on the team or in the department for the applicant to succeed?

7- Who would be the best mentor for this applicant?

The Plus-32 system will provide the answers to the above questions and more. The 18 different tests will provide a "blueprint" for the applicant to succeed or show you the applicant does not have what it takes to succeed in your company.

With a bad hire costing thousands of dollars and loss production, you can’t afford not to test. One bad hire could result in other good employees quitting because of disruption and low moral caused by the bad hire.

With hiring mistakes costing thousands of dollars, competitive pressures necessitate hiring right the first time. In order to do this, we must have a complete picture of an applicant's or employees strengths and weaknesses and how they will fit into your organization. This picture must include an assessment of their skills, their personality, their work ethic and consideration of compatibility with the immediate supervisor. With 18 different testing programs and unlimited tests, you can be sure of hiring and promoting right the first time.

Some standard reasons:

1- Hundreds of large company attorneys have reviewed this software for legal points.

2- Thousands of large companies use this software to hire right the first time.

3- Bottomline reports that anyone can understand.

4- Fast, accurate and cost effective.

To see why companies worldwide are hiring right, download a Free evaluation copy of the Plus-32 Employment Testing System. Evaluate up to six applicants or employees and experience the results for yourself.

Free download and evaluation system on http://www.plus32.com/

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Army Captain Trades in Military Duds to Open New Career 'Door" in Huntington Beach

Former airborne ranger and all-American linebacker tackles his next great adventure.

Huntington Beach, CA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- At only 31, local resident Stephen King has lived a life of excitement, danger and adventure. As a West Point Graduate, an all-American linebacker throughout college and then enlisting in the military post-graduation, King is no stranger to hard work. His skill and dedication while in the military earned him the position of Army Captain and Airborne Ranger -- tasks that speak volumes to his work ethic, bravery and ability. After five successful years of military service, King has moved on to his next adventure and his latest business venture -- bringing the first Interior Door Replacement Company (IDRC) to Huntington Beach.

Like the name suggests, Interior Door Replacement Company of Huntington Beach, located at 15441 Chemical Lane, specializes in the replacement of unattractive and outdated doors with designer and unique interior doors thereby creating a dramatic difference to the overall appearance and value of a person's home.

Airborne Ranger to replacing interior doors? Where is the connection? If asking King, the career transition is not as dramatic as one would think.

"The United States Military Academy prepares young men and women for the stresses of war but in turn it prepares these men and women for the challenges in business," King said.

After leaving the military, King looked for a unique business opportunity that was not the typical coffee shop or oil change franchise. King was interested in the 'next big thing' and found his ideal opportunity with Interior Door Replacement Company (www.interiordoor.com) -- a unique and fast-growing niche home improvement concept that is beginning to generate a buzz in the home improvement industry nationwide.

"Until now, there has not been a company offering homeowners a one-stop, hassle-free door replacement service," said King. "New interior doors really give a home a total face-lift. Door replacement is one of the few, if not, the only, home improvement project that takes less than a week to finish, costs less than $5,000 and affects the entire home.

Until IDRC was launched, homeowners had to hire general contractors or a large home improvement store to replace interior doors which generally make a mess of a home, takes over a customer's home for days, sometimes weeks, and can be quite expensive.

"IDRC has a system that removes all of that hassle and a lot of the unnecessary expense," said King.

IDRC of Huntington Beach features a spacious showroom that displays a wide selection of doors, handles, paint colors, and finishes. Once an order is made, IDRC installers perform most work off-site. In all, IDRC spends only two hours in the customer's home, from start-to-finish, eliminates messes and keeps the process affordable and non-disruptive for homeowners.

"IDRC has always thought that it's better to do one thing better than anybody else than 10 things just as good," said Stephen King. "We think door replacement should be left to the experts, and IDRC has it all figured out," King said.

About Interior Door Replacement Company
Founded in 1997, Interior Door Replacement Company (IDRC) is the largest company of its kind in the United States. IDRC provides customers with a complete 'one-stop' service specializing in the replacement of uninspiring flat doors with designer raised-panel molded doors. Doors include wood doors, French doors, closet doors, custom doors and much more. Currently with 17 locations in four states, IDRC (www.interiordoor.com) has territories available for franchise expansion in California, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Washington, Oregon, and Nevada. The company projects to open 200 locations in the next 10 years nationwide. For more information, visit www.idrcfranchising.com or call 1-866-315-IDRC.

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Wood and Wood Clad Window -- BICA Awards Announced

The BICA winners were selected for consistently high quality rankings and remarkable customer service as voted by building trades professionals. These professionals included over 1,000 window distributors, home builders, remodeling contractors and building materials retailers. Marvin Windows & Doors and JELD-WEN Window & Door are the 2006 BICA Award winners for wood and wood clad windows.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Wood and Wood Clad Window-Best In Class Award (BICA) winners were announced today by Market Resource Associates, Inc. (MRA), President John Cashmore.

The BICA was developed by MRA to recognize outstanding performance in a study conducted by the firm. BICAs are being awarded to two companies that had outstanding results in MRA’s most recent comprehensive industry market research study relative to wood and wood clad window manufacturers. The BICA winners were selected for consistently high quality rankings and remarkable customer service as voted by building trades professionals. These professionals included over 1,000 window distributors, home builders, remodeling contractors and building materials retailers.

Award winners include:

Marvin Windows & Doors, Warroad, MN Best National Manufacturer
JELD-WEN Window & Door, Klamath Falls, OR Best Remodeling Contractor Manufacturer

For this survey, building trade professionals were interviewed using an unaided, out-bound telephone method. Only those individuals who have direct responsibility for purchasing windows were interviewed. The sample was randomly selected, and disbursed throughout the 48 contiguous states in relationship to building permits data compiled by Permits Plus of Ithaca, N.Y.

“The BICA has been designed to be the equivalency of the Oscar or Tony award in the building products industry,” said Cashmore. “Recipients of this award should feel extremely proud that their companies were so highly regarded by industry professionals taking part in our extensive survey.”

For more information on this and other BICA recognitions visit the MRA website at www.mraonline.com or call 800-795-3056.

Based in Minneapolis since 1990, Market Resource Associates is a full-service market research consultancy specializing in the residential and commercial building materials, lawn and garden, kitchen and bath and related fields.

Contact: Sharon Cimino – 800-795-3056

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Hayward Plays Host to the iFLOOR.com Public Auction

iFLOOR.com, America’s largest Internet flooring company, will be having a public auction at iFLOOR.com’s Hayward, California location on September 21, 2006. Up to 250,000 square feet of quality hardwood, laminate, cork, bamboo and area rugs will be auctioned off.

Hayward, CA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- iFLOOR.com, America’s largest Internet flooring company, will be having a public auction at iFLOOR.com’s Hayward, California location.

Up to 250,000 square feet of iFLOOR.com’s quality line of hardwood, bamboo, cork, and laminate floorings will be featured during the auction. This will also include several brand name area rugs.

The iFLOOR.com Hayward auction, to be held on September 21, is one of two such iFLOOR.com public auctions to be held this September in California. The other auction will be held in iFLOOR.com’s Los Angeles location on September 23.

A special preview will start at 4:30 pm, two hours before the actual run. Customers are advised to bring in their room measurements for quicker service and better assistance.

The iFLOOR.com Public Auction will be held at iFLOOR.com Hayward, located at 2141 Commerce Place, Hayward, CA. Regular store hours are from 9 am to 6 pm Mondays to Fridays, 9 am to 4 pm Saturdays and 11 am to 4 pm on Sundays. For inquiries, call (510) 576-0917 or visit the website at http://www.ifloor.com. Accepted modes of payment for the public auction include online checks and all major credit cards.

About iFLOOR.com
Since 1999, iFLOOR.com has been the world's largest online flooring retailer, offering over 60,000 flooring products in the following categories: hardwood floors, laminate flooring, bamboo flooring, cork flooring, and area rugs. Exclusive educational articles and installation videos are also available on the website.

iFLOOR.com is the 115th largest internet retailer according to Internet Retailer Magazine, and is the 135th fastest growing private company in the United States, according to Inc. Magazine.

More information can be accessed at http://www.ifloor.com

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The Bidding Battle Begins: iFLOOR.com Los Angeles to Hold Flooring Auction

iFLOOR.com, the world’s largest online flooring retailer, along with event-partner BCS Auctions, will hold a public auction at its Los Angeles store on September 23, 2006. Up to 250,000 square feet of hardwood, laminate, bamboo, cork and area rugs will be auctioned off.

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- iFLOOR.com, the world’s largest online flooring retailer, along with event-partner BCS Auctions, will hold a public auction at its Los Angeles store.

Up to 250,000 square feet of hardwood, laminate, bamboo and cork floors will be liquidated during the event. This is the city’s first ever public auction on quality brand name floorings and it starts 10am on Saturday, September 23.

Though the auction will observe a no-reserve policy, iFLOOR.com will welcome participants who want to take a sneak peek at the floor products available at iFLOOR.com Los Angeles two hours before auction start. The store is open regularly from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 3pm Saturdays and 10am to 3pm on Sundays.

iFLOOR.com’s public auction will be held at iFLOOR.com Los Angeles, located at 4821 South Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90201. For inquiries, call (323) 948-0811 or visit the website at http://www.ifloor.com. Accepted modes of payment for the public auction are Discover, MasterCard, Visa and cash.

About iFLOOR.com
Since 1999, iFLOOR.com has been the world's largest online flooring retailer, offering more than 60,000 flooring products in the following categories: hardwood floors, laminate flooring, bamboo flooring, cork flooring, and area rugs. Exclusive educational articles and installation videos are also available on the website.

iFLOOR.com is the 115th largest internet retailer according to Internet Retailer Magazine, and is the 107th fastest growing private company in the United States, according to Inc. Magazine.

More information can be accessed at http://www.ifloor.com.

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September 19, 2006

New Pavers Search Portal Wins Industry Praise

First of its kind paver industry portal provides massive resources to both consumers and pavers beyond compare.

CARSON CITY, NV (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- The traditional "old boy" network of finding the right paving contractor has just gone high-tech thanks to www.Paversearch.com. Everyday in America, consumers are faced with finding pavers and paving contractors who can meet their specific needs.

When a user is searching one of the major search engines such as Google or Yahoo and types a search term like "Driveway Pavers" into the search field they will find www.Paversearch.com on the first or second page of the search results. The wealth of paver information on this site is astounding in its depth of detail regarding everything "pavers" from concrete pavers, clay pavers to natural stone pavers, granite pavers and retaining walls.

Now, utilizing www.Paversearch.com, those in need of professional pavers services may also access thousands of web pages of free paver information & resources, and immediately connect with a nationwide network of pre-screened Paver Contractors, Dealers, Designers and Manufacturers who are all dedicated to high-quality successful Paving products and services.

Peter Saxon, a paving industry veteran with over 20 years of paving experience and a founder of www.Paversearch.com, saw the need for an outlet where both consumers interested in finding pavers nationwide and qualified paving contractors could connect. "Bringing my vision to reality was no easy task, yet I feel that we truly offer a unique service to the both consumers and industry professionals. Whether you are a Homeowner, Paving Contractor, Landscaping Contractor, Landscape Architect, Designer, Dealer or Paving Stone Manufacturer PaverSearch.com is the place for you." says Saxon.

"This is one unique portal. More than just a paver directory, this is a real pavers enthusiast community. Consumers can post projects, search and find info on all aspects of paving. Paver professionals can respond to posted projects, advertise their services and even get a website if they do not have one. The sheer depth of services available to the Paving community is not available anywhere else. As the founder of ConstructionPro News, I am officially endorsing www.Paversearch.com as the number one destination for seeking and finding information on pavers nationwide." Says Jonathan Cosie, founder of ConstructionPro News and the Midtown Consulting Group.

Paversearch.com offers in-depth and highly useful information on Paver Products, Paver Applications, Do-It Yourself instructions, Paver accessories, Landscape Products, Retaining Walls and even a Glossary of Industry terms. All content is neatly presented and the site is extremely easy to navigate. Planning and getting a paving project completed has never been this easy…or exciting.

Even better, Paversearch.com is totally free to use for the consumer and requires no financial commitment to get started.

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New Advertising Agency High Tide Creative Sets Sail

High Tide Creative, a full-service advertising, marketing and consulting firm, has been established with offices in Raleigh and New Bern, North Carolina. The agency's team has experience in marketing international brands, products and services. The High Tide Creative team has also participated in marketing local and regional residential real estate developers, master-planned communities and home builders.

NEW BERN, N.C. (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- High Tide Creative, a full-service advertising and marketing agency, has opened operations with offices in New Bern and Raleigh, N.C.

"High Tide Creative will specialize in creating and implementing complete marketing campaigns that enable its clients to promote products and services to their target audiences," said High Tide Creative president Todd Willis.

High Tide Creative was formed from New Bern-based Willis Advertising and several new partners who bring the agency full-service capabilities. High Tide Creative will continue to serve Willis Advertising’s clients in eastern North Carolina, and will seek new client partnerships throughout the Southeast and beyond.

"High Tide Creative provides an opportunity for talented and dedicated individuals to work together in a productive atmosphere, while offering results-oriented, cutting-edge advertising, media planning and public relations services for our clients," said Willis.

High Tide Creative includes a management and production team of advertising and public relations professionals with over 50 years of combined industry experience. The agency is owned and operated by president Todd Willis, vice president and creative director Tom Lewis, media director Kim Kruger and public relations director Zachary Mazefsky.

The partners’ combined marketing experience from previous agencies includes creative design, brand and concept direction, media planning and buying on such national accounts as Coca-Cola, Georgia Pacific, Target, Lance, Equifax, Randstad Staffing Services and Citi Group.

The company’s managers have also specialized in real estate marketing at previous agencies, and have extensive experience in the residential real estate industry. Members of the High Tide Creative team have served clients that include North Carolina-based residential real estate developers Wakefield Development Company, GS Carolina, Carolina Communities Development Group, national homebuilder K. Hovnanian Homes’ Raleigh Division, and have been involved in marketing mastered-planned developments Taberna in New Bern, and Amberly and Bedford at Falls River in the Triangle area.

About High Tide Creative:
High Tide Creative is a full-service advertising, marketing and consulting firm which provides a high level of expertise and strives to produce the most cost-effective, results-oriented advertising and marketing solutions. High Tide Creative has offices in New Bern and Raleigh, North Carolina, and a network of industry professionals nationwide. The agency provides complete marketing, media and public relations campaigns to clients throughout the Southeast. For more information, visit www.HighTideCreative.com or call 252-671-9065.

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3tArchitects Signed by D.A. Collins to Design Wilton Global Development Campus

3tArchitects (www.3tArchitects.com), a collaborative design group based in Downtown Albany, has been working with D.A Collins Construction Company, a leading Capital Region construction firm, to develop the master plan for the Wilton Global Development Campus.

ALBANY, NY (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- 3tArchitects, a collaborative design group based in Downtown Albany, has been working with D.A Collins Construction Company, a leading Capital Region construction firm, to develop the master plan for the Wilton Global Development Campus.

Located in the town of Wilton on property purchased from the state, D.A. Collins is planning to consolidate its business operations and employees from three subsidiary companies on the 138 acre site. The company also plans to attract other commercial tenants, as well as ancillary services including a day care, fitness center, meeting and conference center, food court and various retailers like a convenience store and coffee shop. In addition to renovating, updating and enhancing the current buildings, the company is developing plans to build an additional 150,000 sq feet of buildings beyond the existing 350,000 square feet.

“We are excited to move forward with our plans to develop this unique property,” said Dan Collins, Vice President of D.A. Collins. “In addition to serving as a base for our operations and accommodating our employees, we are designing a campus that will attract other successful companies to Wilton.”

3t is developing a master plan for the entire 138 acres that incorporates all the needs of a state-of-the-art mixed–use facility, combining the office space, amenities, outdoor spaces and trail network into an integrated campus plan. The LA Group, a landscape architecture & engineering firm based in Saratoga Springs, will continue to work with 3t and DA Collins on the project. 3t is also working on the design of the 40,000 sq foot D.A. Collins Headquarters. The DA Collins Companies will be the first tenant for the site. This project is an adaptive reuse of a former state run institution into a modern, energy efficient, and high tech facility.

“We are pleased to team with D.A. Collins on this exciting endeavor. They are correctly taking a forward thinking approach to ensure a successful revitalization of this long-dormant property,” said Scott Townsend, AIA LEED, principal of 3t. “Our collaboration will yield a very attractive, functional, energy efficient design culminating into a great place to work with amenities that rival any downtown location.”

D.A. Collins has been working closely with state and local officials to assist with redevelopment of this property. The company was recently awarded a NY Build-Now Grant, a competitive grant program administered through the Empire State Development (ESD) and the Governor’s Office of Regulatory Reform. This property also falls within an Empire Zone, which has many financial incentives for new and growing companies to relocate to this site.

“D.A. Collins’ decision to move forward on this important project is a further indication that Saratoga County is a great place to do business,” said Ken Green, President of Saratoga Economic Development Corporation. “Their plan puts them in a position to capitalize on the current successes in the county, as well as on other major developments, most notably AMD.”

NOTE TO EDITOR: High resolution renderings are available from 3t

About 3tArchitects
3tArchitects is a collaborative design group that is committed to the creation of meaningful spaces, buildings and neighborhoods. 3tArchitects strives to create projects that feel correct, are stimulating emotionally and intellectually, function properly and efficiently, are sensitive to the environment, and have relevance throughout the structure or an area's life. 3t was created by Scott Townsend AIA LEED, the original founder of Townsend Associates – Architects PLLC and past Director of Architecture for Vollmer Associates. For more information: www.3tarchitects.com

About D.A. Collins
By bringing on board the most knowledgeable and experienced people in the industry, the D.A. Collins family of companies has today become a full service construction firm, providing superior industrial and infrastructure construction services and aggregate products to a variety of industrial, corporate and municipal clients throughout the Northeast. For more information: www.dacollins.com

Media Contact: Tom Nardacci, Gramercy Communications

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APSCREEN Reveals Top Five Tricks Applicants Use to Cheat Drug Tests

Background check pioneer incorporates drug-screening service into comprehensive pre-employment screening program to help businesses avoid negligent hiring, achieve “Drug-Free Workplace.”

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- APSCREEN, one of the early pioneers of comprehensive background checks for pre-employment screening, warns business owners and human resources managers of the top five tricks employment applicants use to cheat drug tests, placing employers at risk of negligent hiring lawsuits.

Thomas Lawson, APSCREEN CEO who pioneered the background check industry in 1980, said the new drug-screening service prevents each of the following from getting through the screening process:

1. Rapid Detoxification—According to Lawson, many applicants will ingest anything from high quantities of cranberry to pickle juice, herbal concoctions and other digestive aids to cleanse the system. “However, most drugs contain metabolites that stay in the body for several days and can be detected regardless of what they take to disguise the drug’s profile,” said Lawson who is a founding member of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS), and one of first to become a court-certified expert in negligent hiring cases.

2. Shy Tester—Some applicants try to avoid the drug-screening by showing up and claiming an inability to produce the required amount of urine. “This way, the tester can try to secure the position first, hoping the drug screen slips through the bureaucratic cracks,” Lawson said. “But patience is a virtue and we make the applicant wait up to three hours and even then an applicant unable to provide a specimen is asked to provide a medical explanation for their inability to void a specimen. The absence of a medical explanation results in a refusal to test which has the same consequences as a positive test.”

3. The Switch—One of the most popular tricks is for an applicant to attempt to submit a ‘clean’ sample which did not come from their own body. “Our process includes a step-by-step authorization, as well as a blood and urine screen, that immediately flags a sample if certain criteria, odd temperatures or unusual activity is noticed.” Lawson said. “We’ve even caught applicants trying to use unique prosthetic devices.” The laboratories test every specimen to determine that it is in fact normal human urine.

4. Pleading Invasion of Privacy—Another common strategy is for an applicant to deny the employer consent to the drug-screening, hiding behind an ‘invasion of privacy’ claim. A strict well-written company policy requiring the testing will hold up in all courts throughout the United States as grounds for not hiring someone or releasing someone from employment. “Besides drug testing, APSCREEN uses every other service at our means to double check the applicant’s use of money, credit, neighborhood references, driving and criminal activities among other ways to identify if the applicant is hiding a problem. When we deliver the complete report, the employer can make an educated decision about hiring the individual.”

5. The Waiting Game—Other testers will concede to the drug-screening but ask for up to 90 days before showing for the test. “This is a red flag that shows the applicant could be ‘dirty’ and needs time to clean up,” Lawson said. “Our process recommends the applicant be tested immediately upon being notified of selection for testing. Any delay caused by the applicant is duly noted and supplied in the final report.”

According to the University of Buffalo’s Research Institute on Addictions, nearly 19 percent of on-the-job fatalities, the person dying tests positive for alcohol, drugs or both. Additionally, the federal government estimates that 71 percent of illegal drug users are employed. The Department of Transportation requires workers in the airline, railroad, trucking, pipeline, mass transit and shipping industries be regularly tested for drug use. Other non-regulated industries across the country are implementing drug free workplace programs at the request of employees in order to ensure a safer working environment.

“We envision a ‘drug-free workplace’ for the safety and betterment of our economy,” said Lawson who said APSCREEN’s drug testing service administered by Florida Drug Screening is Nationally Accredited for Administration of Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs (NAADATP) – a unique certification received by only 65 providers in the United States from the Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA). “We adhere to the highest level of service and legal compliance available as with all our services.”

Lawson is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified International Investigator and Expert Witness for lawsuits regarding negligent hiring, human resource management/compliance, employment screening as well as use, interpretation and compliance of FACTA/Fair Credit Reporting Act/CCRRA/Gramm-Leach-Bliley (Financial Privacy) Act in the HR Context.

According to Joe Reilly of Florida Drug Screening, the key to identifying the ‘cheaters’ is consistent specimen collection procedures and use of laboratories certified by the United States Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Reilly is currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Washington DC based Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA).

“This includes emptying of pockets, no overcoats or purses, or pocket books brought into the collection area, securing all sources of water, checking temperature of the specimen, observing for sights and sounds indicating falsification; and laboratory testing for adulteration and substitution,” Reilly said.

Reilly also said numerous Federal and State laws regulate the drug-screening industry and between APSCREEN and Florida Drug Screening, clients will stay informed of any specific changes that may be impacting the service.

Founded in 1980, APSCREEN is based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California and is the originator of the factual employment-screening concept. APSCREEN provides nationwide coverage for businesses seeking the highest caliber, most comprehensive background checks for pre-employment screening. Thomas Lawson, CEO of APSCREEN and a Certified Fraud Examiner, authored the Pre-Employment Screening series, published in The Complete Workplace Violence Prevention Manual, which is used as the gold standard in Best Hiring Practices. APSCREEN also offers tenant screening and employee locate services. More information is available by calling toll-free (800) 277-2733 or register online at www.APSCREEN.com.

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How Will Top Retailers Increase Their Customers And Profits This Holiday Shopping Season?

“Teaming with an ATM provider that delivers the right products, outstanding customer service, and embraces intuitive technology has been an advantage for our clients,” states Sean Warren, General Manager.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Focused on their clients strong holiday sales forecast, CGI Direct ATM, a leader in providing Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) solutions nation wide, has introduced new products and technology that will increase profits. “Teaming with an ATM provider that delivers the right products, outstanding customer service, and embraces intuitive technology has been an advantage for our clients,” states Sean Warren, General Manager. “In preparation for the holidays, we have expanded our key manufactures to include: Tidel EasyPoint ATM (a solution of NCR), updated our proprietary Cash Management System, and enhanced our service monitoring technology.”

Concentrating on their clients and understanding seasonal opportunities are two subjects that CGI Direct ATM knows well. If the holiday retail season is important to your profits, look to CGI Direct ATM as the leader that can show you how to strengthen your competitive position.

“Enhancing our monitoring features with new technology that reports immediate inactivity plus unexpected trends, has given our clients seamless field support”, adds Chet Bowers, Service Specialist. “We have always had a proactive service group and now they can respond faster and make our clients holiday profits and forecast a reality.”

About CGI Direct ATM
CGI Direct ATM, headquartered in Arizona, is a recognized leader in providing Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) equipment, services, and solutions across the nation. For over a decade the company has delivered state-of-the-market products, outstanding service, and results that increase their customers' bottom line. CGI Direct ATM’s success can be traced to the company’s team of experts that provide superior customer support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year, together with unbiased product analysis for their broad customer base. Recently featured in leading business publications and proud suppliers to one of North America’s largest grocery retailers’ business units, CGI Direct ATM continues to set the pace for the rest of the industry.

To learn more about CGI Direct ATM please visit their website at: www.cgiatm.com

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Kelly A. Isley, Partner
Corcoran Associates
Business Advisors
V: 480.203.0921
F: 480.814.7471
Website: www.corcoranassoc.biz

Sean Warren, General Manager
CGI Direct ATM
V: 480.422.7505
F: 480.785.1247
Website: www.cgiatm.com

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Workers Comp How To Book Aims to Satisfy Small to Medium Sized Business Craving for Answers to their Insurance Premium Woes

In their new book, Gus Ortiz and Sean Nitzen teach small to medium sized employers how to control their losses, manage their claims and save significantly on their insurance premiums. The book will be sold at www.gobookwriters.com and the other major booksellers.

Foothill Ranch, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- In their new book, Gus Ortiz and Sean Nitzen, both veterans of the workers compensation insurance world, teach small to medium sized employers how to control their losses, manage their claims and save significantly on their insurance premiums. The book will be distributed through small book publishing portal www.gobookwriters.com, the latest portal for new and aspiring writers and on the major book retail sites in four weeks.

8 Steps to a Winning Workers Comp Program is a step-by-step guide to helping small to medium sized employers gain leverage in their workers compensation and risk management process. The book is short, easy to read and centers on consistent communication and promoting the employers involvement in all aspects of their risk management and claims activities.

“Workers compensation is big business, especially here in California and unfortunately there is little emphasis placed on service and coaching for smaller businesses,” says Ortiz a 20-year-veteran of the workers comp industry. “While we don’t expect to change the nature of the industry, we believe that smaller employers deserve a chance at effectively controlling their costs and improving their bottom line. It’s a grass roots approach, not your normal risk management manual, which an employer can share with their employees.”

Link to Publication*: http://www.gobookwriters.com

ABOUT THE AUTHORs
Gus Ortiz began specializes in claims administration, investigations, training and performance coaching. Gus has over 19 years of workers’ compensation experience with major insurance corporations. He is a licensed claims administrator and certified trainer.
Sean Nitzen has over ten years of experience in workers’ compensation with various size organizations including Crawford & Company and Risk Enterprise Management/Zurich USA. He is IEA certified, a licensed California Claims Administrator and an Associate in Risk Management (ARM).

MEDIA CONTACT: Gus Ortiz, (949) 830-2027.

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Lake Champlain Chocolates Opens LEED-Certified Packaging & Distribution Facility

Lake Champlain Chocolates (LCC) opened a packaging and distribution facility constructed in accordance with LEED® certification at 444 Pine Street in Burlington.

Burlington, VT (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Lake Champlain Chocolates (LCC) opened a packaging and distribution facility constructed in accordance with LEED® certification at 444 Pine Street in Burlington. The building, formerly a manufacturing plant, is down the street from LCC’s 750 Pine Street location, and will consolidate packaging, warehousing, and shipping. Manufacturing, administration, the Factory Store & Cafe, and factory tours will continue to be at 750 Pine Street. Leadership in Energy Efficiency and Design (LEED) is a voluntary, consensus-based green building national standard developed by the U.S. Green Building Council for constructing high-performance, sustainable buildings.

“Our customers appreciate Lake Champlain Chocolates being environmentally responsible, and LEED certification makes sense for many additional reasons,” said Jim Lampman, founder and president of LCC. “It creates a healthier workplace for our employees, reduces our environmental impact, and produces operational efficiencies for the lifetime of the building.”

The 47,000 square foot building is expected to earn LEED certification based on qualities such as energy-efficient HVAC & lighting fixtures including daylight & occupancy sensors, utilizing natural light through energy-efficient skylights & windows, high insulation values for the walls & roof, low-emitting materials, water-efficient plumbing fixtures, increased ventilation effectiveness, using FSC-certified finished woods, designating recycling & bike rack areas, and recycling building materials during construction. Further reduction in environmental impact was achieved by refurbishing an existing building and sourcing the majority of building materials locally. The building is 27% more energy efficient than one built to code, and will cost 42% less to operate.

The architect is John Anderson of John Anderson Studio. The general contractor is Tom Mackin of TFM Construction Company. John F. Penney, PE of JFP Consulting Services, PC is the commissioning agent. The mechanical and electrical systems were constructed under a design build contract. Additional team members were Burlington Electric Department, Climate Systems, and Hegeman Electric.

The U.S. Green Building Council is the nation’s leading coalition of corporations, builders, universities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations working together to promote buildings and communities that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Since its founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 6,300 member companies and organizations, a 75-person professional staff, a broad portfolio of LEED® rating systems and services, the industry’s popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, and a network of over 70 local chapters, affiliates, and organizing groups.

Lake Champlain Chocolates offers sweet indulgences that capture the essence of Vermont, the tradition of making fine chocolate, and the pride that goes into each bite. Preservative-free and Kosher-certified, Lake Champlain Chocolates are crafted in small batches from the finest quality Belgian chocolate and select natural ingredients including local Vermont cream, sweet butter, maple syrup, and honey. Lake Champlain Chocolates are available online at www.lakechamplainchocolates.com, toll-free at 1-800-465-5909, as corporate gifts & wedding favors, at three company-owned retail stores in Vermont, and nationwide at specialty food & gift stores and upscale hotels & inns.

This press release is online at http://www.lakechamplainchocolates.com/NewsItem.aspx?pn_deptid=477

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Price Reduction: Blakely Ridge Estate in Seattle's Suburban Cascade Mountain Foothills

Blakely Ridge Estate in Seattle's Suburban Cascade Mountain Foothills for Sale. Home and Grounds for Sale Reduced to $1,550,000.

(PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Announcing a price reduction on Blakely Ridge Estate near Redmond, Washington. The selling price of the house and grounds has been reduced to $1,550,000.

Constructed by one of Seattle's finest builders, Ben Leland, for retiring Microsoft executives, and recently owned by a Seattle Internet startup executive and author, the estate offers views of evergreen forests and the Cascade Mountain Range through floor-to-ceiling windows more than twenty-feet high. The home was specially designed to take best advantage of its natural 5-acre setting, while offering every amenity that a 21st century high-technology worker would desire: a waterfall-filled hot tub, a state-of-the-art home theater, expansive grounds and decks for formal entertaining, and an electrical generator to keep Internet connections and computers running even during a power outage.

Blakely Ridge Estate is located just minutes from Seattle, Washington, near Bellevue, Issaquah, and the Microsoft Redmond campus. Showings of the estate are being offered by appointment only. The estate is offered at $1,550,000 (MLS #26091533).

An online tour of the Blakely Ridge Estate, house and grounds, is available at: www.SeattleHouse4Sale.com

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Announcing Real Estate Brokers Open House at Blakely Ridge Estate Near Seattle, Washington

Announcing Real Estate Brokers open house at Blakely Ridge Estate near Seattle, Washington. The event will offer a rare glimpse of the custom 5-Acre luxury estate for realtors only.

(PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Real estate brokers and agents are invited to an exclusive Open House event at the Blakely Ridge Estate, near Redmond, Washington. The Open House event will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2006.

Interested realtors should call: (206) 619-5300.

Constructed by one of Seattle's finest builders, Ben Leland, for retiring Microsoft executives, and recently owned by a Seattle Internet startup executive and author, the estate offers views of evergreen forests and the Cascade Mountain Range through floor-to-ceiling windows more than twenty-feet high. The home was specially designed to take best advantage of its natural 5-acre setting, while offering every amenity that a 21st century high-technology worker would desire: a waterfall-filled hot tub, a state-of-the-art home theater, expansive grounds and decks for formal entertaining, and an electrical generator to keep Internet connections and computers running even during a power outage.

Blakely Ridge Estate is located just minutes from Seattle, Washington, near Bellevue, Issaquah, and the Microsoft Redmond campus. Showings of the estate are being offered by appointment only. The estate is offered at $1,550,000 (MLS #26091533).

For more information, e-mail.

An online tour of the Blakely Ridge Estate, house and grounds, is available at: www.SeattleHouse4Sale.com

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Top-Ranking California Builder R.D. Olson Construction Names New President

Joe Kilar joins R. D. Olson Construction as president and will oversee the operations of the $110 million company.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- R.D. Olson Construction, a leading builder of resorts, hotels and restaurants, announced today that industry veteran, Joe Kilar, has joined the company as president. He will take the reins from CEO Robert Olson who played a dual role serving as the Irvine-based company's president for the past three years.

Kilar, who was a regional general manager in Southern California for Turner Construction Company prior to taking on his new position, will oversee operations of the $110 million company known for its work on trendsetting construction projects. These projects include upscale student housing, hotels and resorts for world-renowned brands, country clubs, restaurants, and high-density multi-family properties.

Kilar will delve into his new role at R.D. Olson Construction during a surge of new projects on its books. These include the $38 million Renaissance ClubSport---a joint venture between Leisure Sports Inc. and R.D. Olson Development; the $23 million Marriott Residence Inn, Burbank; and the $12 million Residence Inn by Marriott, Oceanside. In addition, Kilar will lead R.D. Olson Construction through its many other projects currently underway for such giants as Marriott International, Hilton Hotels, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc., Benihana Inc., and Morton's the Steakhouse.

As president, Kilar will direct all aspects of the 175-employee firm including corporate finance, marketing and enhancing relationships with its customers. He will be responsible for R.D. Olson Construction's strategic vision and business plans to ensure the company stays on its continued upward growth pattern.

"Joe Kilar's signature is on many of the country's most prestigious construction projects," said Olson. "He is highly regarded within industry circles. It's a privilege to welcome such a dynamic leader on board."

Prior to joining R.D. Olson Construction, Kilar spent 29 years with Turner in various positions from project executive to his last role as general manager of the Orange County, Inland Empire and Coachella Valley offices. As general manager, he nearly doubled the company's construction sales volume produced by those offices in just two years.

Kilar's range of projects includes hotels, hospitals, pharmaceutical, educational, sports, commercial, assisted living, and condominium complexes. The industry leader has led teams that completed such California facilities as the Hector Godinez Fundamental High School, Santa Ana; Loma Linda University Medical Center; and Chapman University's Marion Knott Film Studio. His reach also extends nationally and internationally having overseen Portland Trailblazers Rose Garden in Oregon, and in Boston, the Children's Hospital Medical Research Facility, Marriott Long Wharf Hotel, Westin Copley Place and John F. Kennedy Memorial Library and Museum. Overseas, Kilar managed the construction of Fidelity Investments' European headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany.

Kilar, a resident of Ladera Ranch, Calif., holds a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

Robert Olson founded R.D. Olson Construction in 1979. It has since grown into one of the largest general contracting companies in California. The company has built such establishments as Ojai Valley Inn & Spa Resort, Ojai; Marriott Newport Coast Villas, Newport Beach; Glen Ivy Hot Springs & Spa, Corona; Brentwood County Club, Los Angeles and more than 300 restaurants nationwide. Current projects under construction include Renaissance ClubSport, Aliso Viejo; Burbank Residence Inn, Burbank; Union Station Village, Los Angeles; and Marriott's Shadow Ridge, Palm Desert. R.D.Olson is located at 2955 Main Street, Third Floor, Irvine, CA. 92614 www.rdolson.com

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Flagstuff.com Offering Generous Discounts for the Holidays

With the holiday buying season almost upon us, Flagstuff.com is offering a limited-time 5% commercial discount to individual consumers in addition to 10% off for a purchase of two or more flags and free shipping.

Park City, UT (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Flagstuff.com, a leading source for flags among government and corporate buyers, is offering for a limited-time only, a commercial discount to individual consumers. In addition to this special 5% commercial discount, Flagstuff.com offers 10% off every purchase of two or more flags along with free shipping on every order.

With the holiday buying season fast approaching, many flag retailers will be raising prices to take advantage of the increased demand the season brings. Flagstuff thinks it should be the other way around, so they’re offering a 5% government and corporate discount on their huge stock of flags to individuals looking for a unique and tasteful gift idea.

The Flagstuff.com discount program consists of two parts, one of which is an ongoing 10% discount off the purchase of any two or more flags. The second part of the program is a 5% discount off any purchase and will expire at the end of December. Only readers of this article will have a chance to take advantage of the limited-time 5% commercial discount.

Taking advantage of these discounts couldn’t be simpler. To redeem a 5% discount, simply enter the following code into the promo code box in the shopping cart: 41472226. In addition, a 10% discount will be automatically calculated with the purchase of two or more flags.

Flagstuff.com owner Tom Pitts hopes that shoppers who are worried about their budgets this holiday season will be persuaded to buy flags as the perfect gift for friends and loved ones. “It’s hard to think of a gift that is so appreciated as a brand-new quality flag set for the home,” says Pitts.

If you have questions regarding American flags or questions about flags in general, the folks at Flagstuff.com are waiting to answer them. Call toll free - 877-774-1776, or visit Flagstuff.com:
http://www.flagstuff.com

About Flagstuff.com
Flagstuff.com is one of the leading online sources for flags of all types including American flags, nautical flags and historic American flags and represents all the major flag makers in the U.S. Flagstuff is a family owned and operated company located in Park City, Utah.

Contact Information
Tom Pitts
Flagstuff.com
http://www.flagstuff.com

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A Plus Warehouse Exclusively Offers KingCab Storage Cabinets, the Heaviest Capacity Steel Cabinet Available Online

Industrial KingCab units come in countertop or freestanding models made of heavy duty 12 gauge steel, making them virtually indestructible.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- A Plus Warehouse, an online business-to-business distributor of industrial storage equipment, now offers the heaviest capacity metal storage cabinets available on the Internet. Constructed from all welded 12 gauge steel, KingCab Storage Cabinets offer the durability and holding capacity needed to accommodate the industrial storage needs of businesses and manufacturers.

Offering an extensive online selection of storage, handling, and distribution equipment, A Plus Warehouse has served the industrial supply and equipment needs of business, government agencies, public and private schools, and the military for over ten years. A Plus Warehouse’s diverse online catalogue of industrial equipment includes brand-name manufactures, hard-to-find items, and exclusive offerings. With coast-to-coast warehouses, A Plus Warehouse is able to stock more heavy duty industrial equipment on-site than any other distributor in the industry and ensure fast delivery to any location in the United States, usually shipping most orders within 48 hours. A Plus Warehouse provides the fast, convenient service that enables its customers to obtain the industrial equipment they need as soon as they need it.

With a minimum holding capacity of 1000 pounds, heavy duty steel lockers are the ideal storage solution for industrial manufacturing components, automotive parts, large tools, and a variety of other heavy duty items. As the premier online distributor of heavy duty cabinets, A Plus Warehouse now has a large selection of KingCab Storage Cabinets. Offering the largest holding capacity of any steel locker available on the Internet, KingCab Storage Cabinets are constructed from all welded, 12 gauge steel and are designed to withstand the harshest environmental conditions. Through an exclusive distribution deal with the manufacturer of KingCab Storage Cabinets, A Plus Warehouse always stocks KingCab Storage Cabinets on-site at its nationwide warehouses. This enables A Plus Warehouse to keep the prices of these specialized cabinets affordable while guaranteeing prompt shipment and delivery. Available in a variety of configurations and sizes, businesses and manufactures can find a cabinet perfectly suited for their industrial storage needs and have it shipped the very next day.

About A Plus Warehouse
A Plus Warehouse is an online business-to-business distributor of quality industrial equipment including storage lockers, heavy duty cabinets, warehouse racks, conveyors, work benches, steel shelving, and dock equipment. With an extensive selection of brand name manufacturers, hard-to-find products, and exclusive offerings, A Plus Warehouse has everything a business needs to maintain a high level of efficiency and productivity at one convenient online destination.

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Garage Storage Company Nu-Tek Expands to Become Slide-Lok of Calgary

Slide-Lok of Calgary is latest addition to Slide-Lok Garage Master Dealer line-up. Slide-Lok of Calgary plans to address rising demand for garage cabinets and garage storage.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Through a Master Dealer strategic partnership officially announced today, Nu-Tek Wall & Cabinet becomes Slide-Lok of Calgary. The Calgary Master Dealership will serve the booming Calgary area market for garage storage and garage cabinets by selling and installing the leading solution in space saving, adaptable garage storage systems—Slide-Lok.

Slide-Lok of Calgary owner, Don Fetherstonhaugh, remarks, "We became so impressed with the Slide-Lok product line and the rising demand for garage cabinets and garage storage solutions that it just made sense to take things to the next level. The momentum of the Slide-Lok brand is near unstoppable. This partnership is about seizing that momentum and taking it to the next level in Canada."

Fetherstonhaugh further notes that the Calgary Master Dealership is now in a better position to serve clients who are seeking cost-effective solutions to their home storage challenges, as alternatives to costly home renovations. A recent market study commissioned by Slide-Lok concludes that consumers can generally double the storage space in their homes through the addition of a well-planned garage storage system.

Slide-Lok President, Brian Strayer, states, "It’s an absolute pleasure to welcome Slide-Lok of Calgary to the ranks of our Master Dealers. Their experience with the Slide-Lok line of products, combined with their business acumen, demonstrates that they’ve clearly got what it takes to succeed in this market."

For more information on Slide-Lok garage cabinets and garage storage products and their patented and innovative design advantages, contact Slide-Lok of Calgary at 877-220-1110 or www.slide-lokofcalgary.com, or contact Slide-Lok at 1-800-835-1759 or www.slide-lok.com.

About Slide-Lok:
Since 1977, Slide-Lok and its parent company, Bass Cabinets, have been producing high quality, durable cabinetry. Slide-Lok’s garage cabinets utilize a patented Dovetail design, plywood construction, adjustable 6-way hinges, and Thermofuse doors – making Slide-Lok the quality leader in its field. Slide-Lok’s dealer network includes more than 100 dealers across the United States and Canada.

For further details:
Slide-Lok of Calgary Master Dealer
Don Fetherstonhaugh
(403) 258-1110
Toll Free: 1-877-220-1110
www.slide-lokofcalgary.com

Slide-Lok Headquarters
1-800-835-1759
www.slide-lok.com

Media Contact:
John Rogers
(404) 419-6688
Zion and Zion Consulting Group
www.zionandzion.com

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Real Estate Company of The Future Here Today

Former homebytes.com, inc. founder and InSight Realty broker launches new online real estate company of the future.

Richmond, VA (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- IHS (Internet Home Services) Realty today announced the launch of it's new website at IHSRealty.com. Billed as "The Real Estate Company of the Future", IHS Realty provides a complete online suite of services for home buyers, sellers and real estate agents. The company focuses on flat-fee, limited service offerings for both home buyers and sellers as well as lead generation services for flat fee, discount and traditional real estate agents throughout the United States.

IHS offers home buyers flat-fee home buying services and rebates for their home purchases. Buyers can request information about properties, schedule showings, make offers on properties for sale, schedule home inspections, closings and moving all online. IHSRealty.com currently features IDX search capabilities for home buyers in Southern California, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey and the District of Columbia. Satellite mapping of properties is made available through Google Maps. Registered home buyers have the ability to save their searches and receive automated email updates when new properties matching their criteria come on the market.

Home sellers can create their own webpages with unique URL's -- i.e. IHSRealty.com/5000, upload up to 16 photos, print color flyers of their home listings and purchase real estate services online on an 'a la carte' basis. Flat fee MLS listing services are available in approximately 90% of the major metropolitan areas of the country through IHS's real estate broker network. The website offers an extensive array of digital home selling tools, tips and guides as well as a growing library of Podcasts designed to give buyers and sellers instructions and guidance on buying and selling a home in today's market.

Lawrence Bunnell is an IHS partner and principal broker. He was the co-founder of homebytes.com, inc. the first real national real estate company to become licensed in all 50 states and former broker of InSight Realty, an online flat-fee MLS listing company operating in the Mid-Atlantic. Mr. Bunnell is a licensed broker in Georgia, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and South Carolina. Mr. Bunnell said, "Obviously, more and more home buyers and sellers today have the expectation that they will be able to complete a great deal of their real estate transaction from the comfort and convenience of their computers. And, many of these Internet savvy users expect to achieve substantial savings in return for their efforts. IHSRealty.com allows them to do just that." Continuing, he said, "IHS Realty is the latest iteration of the continually changing online real estate model. We have taken 10 years of hands on experience and success in the online real estate arena and created what we think is the ultimate real estate company of the future."

Real estate agents may sign up for seller and buyer referrals to their market area at IHSRealty.com/realtors.

Mortgage, appraiser, home inspectors and other real estate industry professionals can register to become strategic partners at IHSRealty.com/partners.

Website owners can register as affiliates with IHS at IHSRealty.com/affiliate.

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Higher Response Rates and More Leads Fool-proof Advertising “Do’s” with Vanity Numbers

Business owners experience a thirty percent increase in ad response when they use a vanity 800 number as the response and tracking tool in their advertising. Some are doubling, even tripling their response rates.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Vanity phone numbers, like 1-800-FLOWERS, are proven to pull more responses and generate more leads when used in advertising. In fact, many business owners experience at least a thirty percent increase in ad response, and some are doubling, even tripling their responses. They attribute success like this to using a vanity phone number in all forms of advertising, like broadcast, print and outdoor.

Just ask Ron Henson, General Manager of an auto dealership in Utah. Ron increased his call volume 650%, which enabled his sales team to move more units off the lot. He compares the number of units sold in November 2005 to previous years and attributes the up tick to more phone-ups coming into his dealership. Ron says, “We are shattering previous sales records by 50% and I attribute this success to our new advertising, which prominently features a vanity 800 number.”

Follow the advice below to make sure you use a vanity 800 number as effectively as possible to maximize the power of your advertising budget, increase lead generation and get results like Ron.

1. Lather, Rinse n’ Repeat. We all read the back of shampoo bottles and laugh at the obvious instructions to “lather, rinse and repeat.” But, this is great advice when you think of it in other contexts, ones that may not be so obvious. For example, make sure you feature a vanity phone number in all advertising. And, when you are using your vanity number in broadcast (TV and radio) be sure to repeat the number at least three times - once in the beginning, in the middle, and as the last bit of information to finish off the commercial. For example:

“Call 800-NEW-CARS today for more information on in stock new and used vehicles. We have hundreds of affordable models in all shapes and sizes. Call Jim’s Dealership today at 800-NEW-CARS for a car quote that you can afford. Call 800-NEW-CARS today.”

2. Say It Loud and Proud. Put your phone number on everything – from business cards to company cars. Hire a troop to scream it out from the top of the tallest building. Seriously, make sure people know how to contact you. Use it in all of your advertising. Radio, print, television, billboards, collateral materials, even on your website for local searches. Think big, think branding, think billboards or better yet, moving billboards. Using your vanity number on all marketing materials and in all advertising campaigns delivers consistent messaging and ensures that the number will pull more leads and sales.

3. Say it in a Song. Everyone loves a good jingle. And, they have been proven to stick with people forever – for example Folgers - “The best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup.” Using jingles in radio and television ads have been hugely successful for businesses in food, package goods and even the automotive industry. They create an emotional connection with consumers. And, they can last for years and years (as long as they are not too cheesy or annoying). The cost of creating one jingle has HUGE pay off if you use it to brand your business, run it in all broadcast ads, and increase your leads and sales as a result.

4. More is More. Make sure you give your advertising campaign, and direct response tool (remember we are talking vanity phone numbers here, trackable vanity 800 phone numbers) a chance. Run a moderate to heavy ad schedule. If it is a radio ad, be sure to run on several stations that target your audience, and run the ads at least several times a week on each station. Same goes for television, and print – come to think of it. We all have a better chance of remembering a phone number if we hear it several times a day. The more impressions you provide the better the retention rate by your audience.

5. Brand, brand, brand. When you activate a vanity 800 phone number, be sure to get one that ties into your product or service. Follow steps 1-4. This will help. A car dealer who uses 1-800-NEW-CARS is stating the obvious, but we need that as consumers. It enhances the brand, the ad message and the opportunity to be remembered by your target audience. If you are selling real estate services 1-800-NEXT-HOME is a clear indication of what you have to offer. As a matter of fact, apart from your company name, a strong call to action, and a branding vanity phone number, you do not need to include much else in your ad. That will avoid clutter and the chance of overwhelming consumers with too much information.

Finally, test it and track it. Create two separate ads using the same creative elements, just switch up a toll-free phone number for a vanity 800 number in one of the ads. Then track the response you get from each ad. It has been proven that people will remember a vanity phone number (one that spells something, like 1-800-PICK-UPS) in a radio ad fourteen times more than they will remember a numeric number. So you will be able to test ad campaigns, specific media channels, and find out which ones in your local media/advertising market are best for your success.

When using a phone number as a direct response tool there is no question that true vanity 800 phone numbers are the easiest to remember, and produce higher response rates.

Laura Noonan is Vice President of Marketing with 800response. She can be contacted by email at e-mail protected from spam bots. For additional information on increasing advertising response rates visit www.800response.com.

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Smart Homes Now a Reality if You Know What to Look for, Reports Bourne Research

Wireless MEMS sensors and Nanotechnology-based solutions are gaining a foothold in home appliances, which is opening the door to the smart home of the future. But home intelligence isn’t all about electronics. Despite the focus on sensors, nanomaterials are also playing a big role; find out how in the podcast version of The Bourne Report.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- From building materials and interior finishes, to home entertainment and even healthcare-related applications, MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems) and Nanotechnology are putting the “smart” in homes, reports Bourne Research in its newly launched podcast of The Bourne Report. Real products moving into the market today are allowing consumers to reduce energy costs and increase comfort, convenience and safety, without having to spend a lot of money; if you know what to look for, the high-tech market research firm says.

“Welcome to the Smart Home” is the most recent installment of The Bourne Report podcast. In this first-of-its-kind podcast, which provides audio excerpts from The Bourne Report, each 4-5 minute episode discusses how emerging technologies, especially MEMS and Nanotechnology, are changing how we live, work and play. Suppliers of MEMS and nanotech-based solutions, OEMs, investors, the media and others with a vested interest in technology will benefit from the unique perspective offered.

Episodes already available address automotive safety, fuel cells, electronic textiles/smart clothes and the food & beverage industry. Upcoming topics will include energy, silver nanoparticles, medical diagnostics, drug delivery, consumer electronics, aerospace, military/defense and even advertising. The episodes can be listened to and/or downloaded directly from The Bourne Report podcast website: http://bournereport.podOmatic.com.

Marlene Bourne, President and Principal Analyst of Bourne Research will also be addressing smart homes at the nanoTX’06 conference being held September 26-28 in Dallas, TX. Her presentation, titled “Welcome to the Smart Home – Emerging Nano/MEMS Products for the Consumer” will take place on September 27th. For more information about The Bourne Report and Bourne Research, please visit: www.bourneresearch.com.

About Bourne Research

Bourne Research is a trusted source of market intelligence, with a specialized focus on MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), Nanotechnology, and the convergence of both. Its founder, Marlene Bourne, is a highly respected industry analyst with more than a decade of experience following the development of emerging technologies, and is internationally recognized as one of the leading experts on MEMS.

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Elgressy Installs Tested And Approved Weapon Against Legionella

Breakthrough water treatment technlogy to eradicate and control legionella pneumophila bacteria tested and approved. Largest Medical Center in Israel orders 3 Elgressy systems.

Nethanya, Israel (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Rabin Medical Center in Petach Tikva, Israel’s largest medical center with 1,300 beds, has after extensive laboratory and operational tests ordered 3 complete Elgressy LPB units for the eradication and control of Legionella Pneumophila Bacteria in all hot and cold water systems throughout the complex.

The Elgressy LPB system is a state-of-the-art electrochemical system that uses a patented electrolytic method to eradicate and control microorganisms, such as the Legionella Pneumophila Bacteria. The principle of operation is to divert all the water of a water circuit through the LPB reaction tank, where electrolysis kills the microbes by means of an extremely high pH environment and trace, but sufficient, amounts of ozone, radical oxygen and free chlorine. The remnants of the microorganisms are then physically removed from the reaction tank.

The process does NOT use any chemicals or additives, thereby making the system absolutely safe and environmental friendly. Since no foreign substances are introduced, its use is not subject to stringent regulatory controls. The treatment inside the reaction tank does not change or influence the water chemistry in the water system: the content of the water-in is the same as of the water-out, evidently free of microorganisms. As part of the system, an evacuation mechanism and sacrificing electrodes are built in the existing water tanks to prevent any bacterial growth usually prevalent at the bottom of these tanks. The LPB system has a wide array of remote (by GSM) monitoring and control options. Since the system is based on the other Elgressy water treatment systems that prevent scaling, corrosion and biofouling, the LPB system also provides these same benefits.

Legionella bacteria are aerobic gram-negative rods associated with respiratory infections. Legionella are ubiquitous in natural aquatic environments, capable of existing in waters with varied temperatures, pH levels, and nutrient and oxygen contents. Symbiotic existence with algae and other bacteria, particularly in biofilm, increases the availability of nutrients. Legionella are prevalent in anthropogenic waters such as potable water, hot water systems, cooling tower reservoirs, and whirlpools. Aerosol-generating systems such as faucets, showerheads, cooling towers, and nebulizers aid in the transmission of Legionella from water to air. Human inhalation of contaminated aerosols leads to Legionella infections and disease outbreaks.

Various methods to control Legionella are in use, such as systemic sanitization of entire water systems (e.g., thermal disinfection, hyperchlorination, copper-silver ionization) and focal disinfection of specific portions of those systems (UV sterilization, instantaneous heating systems, ozonation). These treatment procedures have each their limitations and disadvantages in preventing the recolonization of Legionella in most water distribution systems.

Substantial advancements have been made since the past years, and the Elgressy LPB system is the latest development with astonishing results. The Elgressy LPB system has been tested at Asaf Harofeh Hospital and consequently approved by the Ministry of Health in Israel. The LPB system is maintenance-free (only requiring bi-annual check-ups and electrode replacement once every 5 years) and affordable, comparable to copper-silver ionization systems in price, but with substantial better results and supplementary systems for safety and back-up.
About Elgressy Engineering Services Ltd.

Founded in 1988, Elgressy Engineering Services Ltd. has developed a technology that has been widely recognized as the most effective method in treating a variety of water quality and management problems, such as controlling Legionella in water systems. Its effectiveness and safety have been proven in laboratories and in several field tests, and has been endorsed by medical facilities, hotels, government departments (prisons, army bases), and sport and health clubs. There are more than 1,900 Elgressy systems installed worldwide. Elgressy products are protected by US and European patents, and other pending patent applications.

The Elgressy water treatment product line will be shown at AquaTech 2006 in Amsterdam, Netherlands on 26-29 September.

For more information contact:
Robert Barzelay, COO, All4Aqua Ltd.
Responsible for the World Wide Marketing of the Elgressy product lines.

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Aptiform to Mould Self-Reinforced Plastics

Composites Europe 2006 will see the launch of a new business, Aptiform, specifically to mould components from self-reinforced plastics, borne out of extensive development work and increasing customer demand.

Chesterfield, UK (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Composites Europe 2006 will see the launch of a new business, Aptiform, specifically to mould components from self-reinforced plastics, borne out of extensive development work and increasing customer demand.

The business is dedicated to the manufacture of complex components from self-reinforced plastics - a family of materials that offer a unique balance of properties and cost. The unique forming process used by Aptiform allows OEMs to benefit from the light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost offered by self-reinforced plastics.

Self-reinforced plastics bridge the gap between isotropic polymers and fibre-reinforced composites, with stiffness and strength values typically 5 times those of conventional unreinforced plastics.

Because these materials are not contaminated with dissimilar reinforcing materials like glass fibres they can be more easily recycled, whist offering comparable strength and stiffness properties and the advantage of reduced weight.

Moulding self-reinforced plastics via conventional moulding techniques gives mixed results, but Aptiform’s process has been developed over several years in collaboration with leading industrial companies and universities, enabling them to successfully mould complex shapes in these relatively new materials. Their capabilities also include finishing, joining, painting and recycling of self-reinforced plastics, allowing the complete supply of finished, assembled components.

Aptiform will show how OEM’s can benefit from light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost materials at their launch at Composites Europe 2006 in Essen, Germany. On show will be a variety of moulded self-reinforced polypropylene products ranging from painted automotive body panels to medical orthoses, demonstrating the uses of moulded self-reinforced plastic products in the automotive, medical, protective equipment and construction sectors.

Aptiform has been created from the applied research work undertaken at NetComposites, the applied R&D, consultancy and information organisation.

About Aptiform

Aptiform is a moulding business that has been founded specifically to manufacture components from self-reinforced plastics, based on the results of extensive development work undertaken by NetComposites in collaboration with leading industrial companies and universities.

Aptiform is dedicated to the manufacture of complex components from self-reinforced plastics - a family of materials that offer a unique balance of properties and cost. The unique forming process at last allows OEMs to benefit from the light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost offered by self-reinforced plastics.

We work with our customers’ purchasing and technical departments by offering prototyping, product development & project planning to facilitate smooth changes in the supply chain. Our expertise also includes finishing, joining, painting and recycling of self-reinforced plastics, allowing the complete supply of finished, assembled components.

http://www.aptiform.com

About Self-Reinforced Plastics

The impact, weight, temperature and recycling characteristics of self reinforced plastics means that they are ideally suited to a wide range of applications in almost all industrial sectors. Moulded self-reinforced plastic technology is already used by leading companies in the following sectors:

- Construction – Shuttering and Formwork
- Sports and Leisure – Luggage; Loudspeaker Cones
- Automotive – Parcel Shelves; Exterior Panels; Liners
- Marine – Personal Watercraft
- Off-Road Vehicles – High-Impact Exterior Panels
- Protective Equipment –Helmets; Ballistic and Injury Protection
- Medical – Orthoses; Temporary Supports

Compared to incumbent materials such as GMT, GRP or ABS, self reinforced plastic mouldings typically offer significant performance advantages at similar or reduced costs.

About NetComposites

NetComposites was created at the end of 2000 with the specific objective of developing and exploiting new composite materials technologies. The company is active in applied research, development and consultancy, and also has a strong presence in web-based information, all in the field of composite materials. NetComposites is also well-known for its insight into emerging technologies in composites.

The company has manufacturing and prototyping capability to cater for almost all fibres, resins and composite materials, with a history of successfully developing demonstrator parts using new technologies. The company is experienced in developing successful, commercially exploitable outcomes from research projects.

http://www.netcomposites.com

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Chat With Matt: Construction Q&A To Help Uncover The Nitty Gritty Of Home Remodeling

Los Angeles Contractor Matt Plaskoff To Offer Online Remodeling Advice To Homeowners In Need.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Contractor to the stars, Matt Plaskoff of Plaskoff Construction, One Week Bath, and a Construction Consultant for ABC’s hit TV show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, has launched a consumer question and answer website with the goal of helping homeowners get answers to the hard to ask questions about home remodeling and construction.

“For nearly 20 years, I have been fielding questions from people asking me about all things home remodeling and I just recently realized that posting these questions and answers online may help other people,” said Plaskoff. “Some of the questions are hard-hitting, including topics like: what is the most tactful way to check the validity of a contractor insurance, how to best check references, how to approach issues of money and payment when it comes to runaway jobs.”

Plaskoff believes that his answers will help people with their remodeling projects and predicaments. His experience and wealth of knowledge in the industry as well as his exacting standards makes him an expert in this area. All construction issues are fair game including but not limited to construction methods, problem solving, contracts, materials, and communicating with contractors and teams in the field.

Chat with Matt can be viewed online at www.OneWeekBath.com/ChatWithMatt.htm or www.Plaskoff.com/ChatWithMatt.htm . People who are interested in asking Plaskoff questions about home remodeling can e-mail him at the websites above or send questions via regular mail to Chat With Matt, 19301 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 200 Tarzana, CA 91356.

Plaskoff’s goal is to expand the Chat With Matt Q&A into a national forum where specialists and consumers can exchange ideas and get answers to difficult questions. Because everything will be archived by topic, people will be able to go to the site and get answers to almost anything involving construction.

Press contacts:

Elizabeth Bryan
Tel: (310) 694-1754

Matt Plaskoff
Tel: (818) 654-2737

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New UK Online Asbestos Job Board Launched

Specialising in jobs within the UK’s asbestos industry, www.jobsinasbestos.co.uk has just been launched. The brand new website will act as an online job board displaying the latest vacancies within the asbestos profession.

(PRWEB) September 17, 2006 -- Specialising in jobs within the UK’s asbestos industry, www.jobsinasbestos.co.uk has just been launched. The brand new website will act as an online job board displaying the latest vacancies within the asbestos profession.

The success of the online asbestos jobs board will work by inviting candidates to search the site for new vacancies in the asbestos industry. Candidates are able to register their details including their CV, so that they can apply for the positions online. Job seekers can also sign up to receive email alerts of newly posted jobs.

For companies wanting to advertise their vacancies they are also invited to register on jobsinasbestos.co.uk and can then upload a number of different vacancies at a time. Once their payment as been received, the jobs will then be displayed between two and four weeks.

Any candidate to apply for a job, will receive an email confirmation of their application, this confirmation will also be sent to the client who posted the job to let them know of the application. Email alerts to let clients know their jobs are soon coming to an end will also be sent.

The Jobs in Asbestos Jobs Board will specialise in vacancies from a number of sectors including Asbestos Surveys, Asbestos Consultancy & Asbestos Removal.

For more information please visit: www.jobsinasbestos.co.uk

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Register for a Chance to Win a Brand New Karcher 2,400 PSI Pressure Washer

Go to Trenchless Technology's Website for a chance to win a Brand new KARCHER® 2,400 PSI Pressure Washer from HDD Broker.

Peninsula, OH (PRWEB) September 17, 2006 -- Go to Trenchless Technology's Website www.trenchlessonline.com for a chance to win a Brand new KARCHER® 2,400 PSI Pressure Washer from HDD Broker. The sweepstakes runs from September 1 to December 1, 2006.

The KARCHER® 2,400 PSI Pressure Washer is a easy to start Gasoline Pressure Washer. It consists of a 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton Engine, High Performance Karcher Pump,10"pneumatic tires for rugged terrain. It also includes Quick Connect and 0,15,25,40 degree and detergent nozzles. It sprays 2.5 gallons a minute with a 50' high pressure hose.

Go to www.trenchlessonline.com to register for the fall sweepstakes.

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At Home Expressions Offers Free Household Fix-up at 10th Annual Texas Home & Garden Show in Austin, Sept. 22-24

Greater Austin’s only pre-screened directory of ethical home-related merchants and tradesmen to offer $1,000 drawing towards home-related services or products.

AUSTIN, TX (PRWEB) September 17, 2006 -- At Home Expressions, the nation’s only pre-screened print and online directory of home-related merchants and tradesmen, today announced that it will present a $1,000-value drawing at the 10th Annual Texas Home & Garden Show this September 22-24 at the Austin Convention Center. At Home Expressions is a featured exhibitor at the Show, which is a forum for merchants and the public to interact regarding myriad aspects of home improvement. Visitors to the At Home Expressions booth can register to win the prize, a giveaway that entitles the winner to a $1,000 credit towards hiring any of the contractors, merchants and tradesmen who have passed At Home Expressions’ rigorous pre-screening for ethics, and who consequently appear in the At Home Expressions directory.

At Home Expressions’ unique pre-screening process thoroughly investigates home-related providers’ referrals, history, licensing/bonding, and/or insurance required by their particular trade. The resulting print- and online-directory enables Greater-Austin area homeowners to confidently select ethical, reliable and hard-working home-related providers whose established reputation for high-quality goods and services puts the homeowners at ease. And because the directory is direct-mailed to owners of single-family residences valued above Austin’s median, it builds the good repute of included home-related merchants and tradesmen in their most-coveted market, yielding more and better business leads for providers who most deserve it.

Stated Jason Louis, President of At Home Expressions, “The Texas Home & Garden Show gives the public access to thousands of ideas, products and services via merchant exhibits, demonstrations, and consultations with on-site experts. Clearly, the exhibiting merchants are interested in connecting with their most valued clientele, and the public has an urgent need to find ethical home-related providers. And that’s where At Home Expressions fits.

Continued Louis, “As a former deputy sheriff, I encountered much distrust between homeowners and home-related providers. Unfortunately, most of that distrust was well-deserved. I created the At Home Expressions pre-screening approach to rebuild trust by uniting only the ethical home-related merchants and tradesmen with the homeowners who value their integrity and high-quality workmanship. At Home Expressions is eager to acquaint these two groups at the 10th Annual Texas Home & Garden Show, and our $1,000 giveaway is a wonderful beginning.”

About At Home Expressions:

At Home Expressions is the only directory of pre-screened, local home-related merchants and tradesmen covering the Greater-Austin area. The company was founded with the goal of uniting ethical, reliable and hard-working home-related merchants and tradesmen with homeowners who value these providers’ integrity and high-quality workmanship. At Home Expressions conducts a rigorous, third party verification pre-screening process of its home-related providers that investigates business history and confirms trade-required licensing, bonding and insurance. The resulting print- and online-directory enables Greater-Austin area homeowners to confidently select ethical, reliable and hard-working home-related providers whose established reputation for high quality goods and services puts the homeowners at ease. The direct-mailed directory also yields more and better business leads for providers who most deserve it by building their good repute in their most-coveted market, owners of single-family residences valued above Austin's median home value. For more information, please visit:

www.AtHomeExpressions.com

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Nevada’s Fastest-Growing Real Estate Company Breaks Ground on New Headquarters

Realty ONE Group continues its tremendous growth, unaffected by a softening real estate market. Breaking ground on a $2 million new headquarters for 600 REALTORS® is only the beginning for this young and ambitious company.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Realty ONE Group, the fastest growing real estate company in Nevada with nearly 600 REALTORS®, broke ground on its new headquarters in Summerlin, one of the top selling master-planned communities in the nation.

Linda Rheinberger, President of the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS®, joined Kuba Jewgieniew, President of Realty ONE Group, and staff to celebrate the ceremony. The $2 million state-of-the-art facility is scheduled for completion in March 2007 and expected to house several hundred real estate professionals.

"Industry leaders and successful agents are taking notice as our high-tech operations continue to attract some of the finest real estate professionals in the region," said Kuba Jewgieniew. "Our reputation for being at the forefront of technology in the real estate industry will continue to prove successful as we expand to other states." In addition to its six prestigious offices in Nevada and Arizona, Realty ONE Group plans to enter the California market soon.

The award-winning firm continues to take an innovative and comprehensive approach to real estate, one that goes beyond traditional transactions by offering clients a wide array of professional services and providing their agents support and high-tech tools unrivaled in Nevada.

"The future of real estate is matching industry knowledge with innovation." says Jewgieniew. "Offering agents quality support and valuable resources to manage day-to-day business ensures that our real estate professionals stay ahead of trends in the evolving real estate marketplace."

To learn more about the Realty ONE vision, visit www.RealtyOneLV.com.

About Realty ONE Group:
Realty ONE Group, Inc. is a highly respected real estate firm with over 600 professionals in six prominent locations throughout Nevada and Arizona. Dedicated to exploring, researching and structuring exemplary transactions for clients, Realty ONE strives for maximum client satisfaction.

Contact:
Katherine Peck
Realty ONE Group, Inc.
(702) 898-7575
http://www.RealtyOneLV.com

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Tania Salgado of RNL Awarded Young Architect of the Year Award

RNL Architect recognized at 2006 Awards by the American Institute of Architects – Denver.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- RNL is proud to announce that Tania Salgado, AIA, LEED AP was awarded the 2006 Young Architect of the Year by The American Institute of Architects, Denver Chapter. The award honors individuals who have shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the profession early in his or her career. While an architect of any age may be nominated, he or she must be licensed for less than 10 years. Salgado “merits recognition for her outstanding accomplishments in design,” said jury chair Chris Nimms, FAIA, on behalf of AIA Denver at the awards celebration on September 8th.

“Rarely does a young architect appear which can combine the ability to conceive and execute critical architecture in equally exacting proportion. Tania is such an architect expressing not only those qualities, but a true devotion and passion for architecture and the elements which create a unique work,” wrote nominator Michael Brendle, FAIA. In addition to contributing her time to national speaking engagements on library design, Salgado devotes to her job as senior associate and senior designer for RNL, where she is responsible for numerous architecture projects. Salgado has worked on several notable projects in Colorado including The Blue Cube residence in Cherry Hills, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Public Library and Municipal Services Center in Aurora and the World Savings & Loan in Fort Collins.

RNL is an integrated full-service architectural firm with offices in Denver, Los Angeles, and Phoenix serving clients locally, nationally and internationally. Celebrating its 50th year in 2006, RNL continues providing innovative and inspired design solutions to clients. RNL offers clients a continuum of design services, including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design and planning, and engineering. For more information about RNL or employment opportunities, please visit www.rnldesign.com.

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Asbestos Industry Directory Proving Popular with Both Companies and Search Engines

Launched just a fortnight ago, the new and revolutionary online Asbestos Industry Directory has been receiving masses of applications for its Free and Priority listings, and the search engines love it!

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Launched just a fortnight ago, the new and revolutionary online Asbestos Industry Directory has been receiving masses of applications for its Free and Priority listings, and the search engines love it!

With twenty asbestos-related categories from asbestos laboratories to asbestos project management and asbestos software, users are guaranteed to find what they are looking for with the online industry directory.

Unlike other directories who contain all asbestos companies under one generic heading of ‘asbestos’, the Asbestos Industry Directory enables customers to search with ease by only allowing only the relevant companies to register with the directory, therefore, searchers wanting to find asbestos roofing contractors will only find asbestos roofing contractors.

All companies to register on the site are offered 3 Free listings including a link to their website, which have so far proved to be very popular, with the Asbestos Industry Directory receiving many applications daily.

Priority listings are also proving extremely popular; currently being offered at an introductory rate the Priority listings shown at the top of each page, include the company’s logo, 40 word description, profile page, website and multimap links and all contact information. Each category page from asbestos trade associations to asbestos training providers and asbestos waste services will have three priority listings, to get one please visit http://www.industrydirectory.co.uk/priority-listing.asp

For more information please visit www.industrydirectory.co.uk

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Preventing Workplace Accidents Using the Power of DIY Safety Poster Prints from Color Printers

Cartoons can effectively illustrate dangerous situations that might be near impossible to capture on film. The successful safety poster first captures people's attention with the graphics and the color. Next, it lets them enjoy the images to relax their mood. Finally, it presents the safety message for the finale.

Penang, Malaysia (PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- You have heard of Hazcom, Hazchem and Hazmat in safety. Now we have Haztoon. That's right. Cartoons are used to deliver safety messages.

It is very challenging to communicate safety in a work environment. Accidents are not cheap. In fact, they can be very, very expensive!

The root of the problem is people. It's not easy to get people to follow safety rules.

The personal protective equipment that companies provide is practically useless if workers are not using them. Safety guidelines are useless when they are not followed. The keyword is willingness. A willingness by the workers to observe good safety practices when nobody supervises.

Somehow, people need to get it into their subconscious mind to want to follow safety rules and regulations. It is an uphill task for the safety practitioner - how to drive the message through.

Researchers have found that people remember 50% more in what they see than in what they hear. Visuals get people's attention. The many images on billboards, magazines, newspapers or even on the internet are testimonies that advertising visuals are so effective.

Humor effectively drives a point. Accident situations cannot be photographed. Only stuntmen are crazy enough to perform risky activities that can potentially result in accidents.

Cartoons can effectively illustrate dangerous situations that might be near impossible to capture on film.

The successful safety poster first captures people's attention with the graphics and the color. Next, it lets them enjoy the images to relax their mood. Finally, it presents the safety message for the finale.

If done well, people will remember the messages in safety posters for a very long time. When people are exposed sufficiently over a long period of time, the messages sink into their subconscious mind. It becomes second nature to them.

This fact has been used in advertisement and propaganda - all for one purpose - to influence people's opinion or buying behavior. Cartoon posters do influence people's behavior. It's fun too.

The challenge is to find such posters that are both cheap and good. Cartoon-Web.Com has the answer - print them yourself. A good computer color printer is all that is ever needed.

Contact the Author at http://www.cartoon-web.com/emailform.htm

Thomas Yoon of http://www.cartoon-web.com specializes in cartoon, humor, illustration, creative designing, graphics, drawing art, panel cartoons, comic strips, political cartoons for advertising, greeting cards, animation, children books, magazines and journals.

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September 15, 2006

Chemical Methods, Inc. Expands Programs that Help U.S. Manufacturers Compete in a Global Economy

The United States has been losing factories to low cost labor countries such as China and Mexico for many years. The only way for U.S. factories to compete in the global economy is to work smarter, be more efficient and make use of technology. Chemical Methods’ unique process monitoring and control systems are supporting this effort.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- The United States has been losing factories to low cost labor countries such as China and Mexico for many years. The only way for U.S. factories to compete in the global economy is to work smarter, be more efficient and make use of technology. Chemical Methods’ unique process monitoring and control systems are supporting this effort.

“Our customers compete in tough global markets including steel, aluminum, automotive, appliance, railroad, aerospace, oil services, and metal furniture. They need help to constantly increase productivity, increase quality and reduce costs in order to deal with low cost labor offshore competitors,” said Dan Richards President & CEO of Chemical Methods.

Chemical Methods’ laboratories develop specialty chemicals that are used in factories that make products out of metal. These custom chemicals fall into broad categories of metalworking fluids, cleaners, surface treatments, and corrosion inhibitors. In 2003 Chemical Methods brought the power of the web to the shop floor with the MyWasher® program designed for customers using specialty cleaner and surface treatment products. MyWasher is a unique service that marries electronic probes and Internet monitoring to provide 24 x 7 process control to wash lines. The program has been a great success to help customers increase product quality, decrease operating costs and increase profits.

This year Chemical Methods is expanding their 24 x 7 process control program to metalworking fluids. Using the same Embedded Sensor® technology linked to the Internet, the MyTubeMill® and MyCoolant® programs provide customers using specialty coolants/lubricants the benefits of higher quality, lower cost and increased profits.

“What we are doing with this program is taking the burden of maintaining the coolant chemistry off the shoulders of the customer so they can focus on their more important production challenges,” said Thomas Rogers, Business Development Manager for Chemical Methods.

“We launched this new program as MyTubeMill.net working with our customers who are making steel pipe and tube. Now we are taking the program further as MyCoolant.net to all customers that use specialty coolants and lubes. We are very proud to be part of the effort to keep a strong manufacturing base here in the United States,” commented Tom Fabek VP Sales & Marketing.

Now in its 35th year, Chemical Methods is a leader in developing and marketing innovative surface treatment chemicals, metalworking fluids and corrosion inhibitors. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. More information about the company and its capabilities is available at the web site www.chemicalmethods.com

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Colorful Concrete is Sweeping the Nation: Concrete Decor's New Issue is Now Available

Concrete Decor is chock full of colorful articles and essential information on the latest trends in decorative concrete.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Decorative concrete just keeps getting more … decorative! Does anyone use gray concrete anymore? Why would they, when concrete dyes can provide just about any color, however subtle or vivid. By using dyes either alone or in combination with reactive stains, designers and contractors can achieve just about any look imaginable. “If you think of a watercolor artist, that’s the way you might think about using dyes,” says Mike Miller, managing principal of The Concretist in Benicia, Calif.

Concrete Decor magazine’s latest issue features an informative, colorful article on using dyes on concrete surfaces. The article explains the difference between dyes and reactive stains and explains how dyes can be used either solo or in combination with stains. Dyes can be applied over reactive stain to give a brighter color while allowing the pattern created by the stain to show through. They may also be applied over parts of a stained surface to “paint” a picture or add highlights or accents. These are just two of the many ways dyes are being used to bring life to concrete surfaces.

Also in the new issue are feature stories on stenciling applications for vertical surfaces (think multi-story office buildings stenciled to look like brick or slate), and the importance of good surface prep for microtoppings.

And there’s more. Contractor Rick Smith shows how useful an ordinary blender can be on a decorative concrete job site and Doug Carlton offers tips on transitioning a concrete business into decorative work. Our “Artisan in Concrete,” Shawn Wardall, shares his perspective on trailblazing a decorative concrete business in Wisconsin.

Concrete Decor, published six times per year, is the premier magazine on decorative concrete. It is available in print, online, and in a digital version. To see the latest issue, visit www.concretedecor.net. For more information, call (877) 935-8906.

Contacts:
Bent Mikkelsen, Publisher, x201
Rosemary Camozzi, Editor, x204

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Voyager Eentertainment International Receives $1.25M In Funding and Completes the Acquisition of Western Architectural Services

Voyager Entertainment International Inc. (OTCBB: VEII)Announce that they have received financing in the amount of $1.25 million in order to facilitate the purchase of Western Architectural Services ("Western").

Las Vegas, NV and Draper, Utah (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Voyager Entertainment International Inc. (OTCBB: VEII) is pleased to announce that they have received financing in the amount of $1.25 million in order to facilitate the purchase of Western Architectural Services ("Western") with an anticipated funding of an additional $1.3 million to be received by the end of the 3rd quarter.

Western is an operating company that has current contracts throughout the United States, including as general contractor for Rockwell Estates, a $36,000,000 residential housing development located in Draper, Utah. More information regarding this development can be found at www.rockwellestatesutah.com. As the general contractor, Western will be responsible for the build-out of the 57-residential units planned for the development. Westerns core business is in the development, implementation and fabrication of world-class themed architectural designs and products.

The acquisition of Western Architectural Services, LLC is the first step for the Company to implement a phased growth initiative. This acquisition will both create positive cash flow from construction contracts throughout the United States and provide the Company with in-house expertise over several construction components of the Observation Wheel.

Richard L. Hannigan, Sr., President and CEO of Voyager, stated, "While building the Observation Wheel is the primary focus of the Company, we continue to be committed to the goal of building shareholder value. The completion of the acquisition of Western and the next round of funding moves us toward that goal."

About Western
Western was formed in 1987 and is a recognized leader in the development, implementation and fabrication of world-class themed architectural designs. Western has been instrumental in supplying pre-fabricated products to the hotel and casino industry, including iconic statues, interior resort theming, as well as, construction related materials and services. Projects include The Venetian, New York, New York, Mandalay Bay, Paris, and Luxor, to name a few. Western's most notable projects include the Statue of Liberty, at the New York, New York; the famed fountain located at the Paris Hotel and Casino; and most of the interior theming for the Luxor Hotel and Casino and Mandalay Bay.

Western also manufactures products for residential and institutional projects such as architectural columns, domes, moldings, and frames. Western has contracted and completed more than $70 million dollars of construction projects over the last ten years. More information about Western can be found at www.western-architectural.com.

About Voyager
Voyager is an entertainment development company that has plans to construct the "World's Tallest Observation Wheel," which we expect to be a 600-foot tall high-tech attraction that would have, upon completion, the capacity of 7,500,000 guests per year with an average individual ride ticket of $18.00. We anticipate that each Observation Wheel would consist of 30 Orbitors seating 20 passengers and making a complete revolution approximately every 27 minutes. Our current Orbitor design consists of its own galley and lavatory to achieve the maximum comfort and safety for our guests.t
Additional information about Voyager is available at its website, www.voyager-ent.com.

VOYAGER FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Statements in is this press release which are not historical, including statements regarding Voyager's or management's intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations, representations, projections, plans or predictions of the future are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties. Voyager's actual results could differ materially from expected results. Voyager undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information or otherwise. It is important to note that Voyager's actual results could differ materially from those in any such forward-looking statements. Various factors could cause actual results to differ materially, such as the risk factors listed from time to time in Voyager's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to, the annual report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended December 31, 2005, Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2006, Form 10-QSB for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2006.

Contact Information:
Richard L. Hannigan, Sr. President/CEO
Voyager Entertainment International, Inc.
Phone: (702) 221.8070
www.voyager-ent.com
www.western-architectural.com.

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South Carolina Entrepreneurs Open Franchise Providing Energy Efficient Window Coverings and Coordinating Accessories

With winter approaching the timing could not be better than now to install energy saving window coverings.

Simpsonville, South Carolina (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Tom & Lori Saxton, franchise owners, say that their new business, Gotcha Covered, can enhance any home décor while saving homeowners on heating costs this winter with super energy-efficient double or triple honeycomb shades.

“You can save money on your heating bills and still have an elegant, attractive home at the same time. With a patented, energy-efficient design, these woven and textured fabrics range from crisp and timeless to smooth and relaxed.”

“Our mission is to help the homeowner turn their house into a beautiful home while helping them save money at the same time. Energy efficiency is not the only added value of our product lines. We also offer a whole line of window fashions that focus on child and pet safety.”

For additional information or to speak with Tom or Lori about these state-of-the-art window coverings they offer through their new business contact them by phone or visit www.gotchacoveredblinds.com.

About Gotcha Covered: Window Fashion Professionals, Inc., the parent company of Gotcha Covered, has now placed franchise operators like Tom & Lori in over 120 franchised territories throughout the nation.

Contact:
Tom & Lori Saxton, Gotcha Covered Franchise Operator
Distinctive Window Designs, Inc.
864.962.9245

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SkyCreek to Exhibit at ASFMI International's 2006 World Conference, Being Held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006

SkyCreek Corporation, a leader in proactive customer contact solutions, announced today that they will be exhibiting at ASFMI International’s 2006 World Conference, the 36th S-Business Education Summit and Exposition, being held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006. SkyCreek will promote its industry-leading pre-built and custom outbound IVR applications used by customer care and field service organizations to improve operational effectiveness, drive customer-centricity, increase revenue and enhance brand equity.

Herndon, VA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- SkyCreek Corporation (www.skycreek.com), a leader in proactive customer contact solutions, announced today that they will be exhibiting at ASFMI International's 2006 World Conference, the 36th S-Business Education Summit and Exposition, being held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006.

The 2006 AFSMI 36th S-Business Education Summit & Exposition is an annual event that brings together field service executives interested in creating new revenue opportunities, driving customer retention and staying ahead of the competition. Building on the momentum of the last three years, the 2006 conference sessions will focus on driving organizational change, reducing costs, maximizing service revenue, leveraging emerging technologies and exceeding customer expectations.

SkyCreek's proactive outbound customer contact applications empower customer care and field service organizations to drive customer-centricity, improve operational effectiveness, increase revenue, lower costs, and enhance brand equity by closing the communication loop with the customer.

About SkyCreek Corporation
SkyCreek provides pre-built and custom outbound voice applications to communication and cable firms on top of its industry-leading, Call Notify IVR Platform, SkyCreek's Call Notify IVR Platform is a web-based, VoiceXML-compliant platform designed for rapid application development, integration, and implementation. The platform is comprised of three easy-to-use web-based components for the design, management and reporting of any voice application. Our Call Notify IVR Platform, Pre-Built and Custom Voice Applications, enable firms to improve customer care, reduce cost and increase revenue. In short, we provide the technology and solutions to empower companies to improve operational effectiveness and drive customer-centricity. SkyCreek is a privately held company located in Herndon, Virginia. The company has been providing customer contact solutions for 15 plus years. During this time, SkyCreek's technology and applications have been used by our customers to make over one billion proactive outbound calls. For more information, please visit the SkyCreek website at www.SkyCreek.com.

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Walters Buildings Presents New Model Post-Frame Building at Ohio Farm Science Review, Offers Special Pricing on Machinery Storage Building

Ohio Farm Science Review attendees will have the opportunity to examine up close the handiwork of the Walters Buildings craftsmen in a new post-frame model building and also take advantage of special pricing on a machinery storage building during the upcoming Review September 19 - 21.

Urbana, OH (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Ohio Farm Science Review attendees will have the opportunity to examine up close the handiwork of the Walters Buildings craftsmen (http://www.waltersbuildings.com) in a new model post-frame building and also take advantage of special pricing on a machinery storage building during the upcoming Review September 19 - 21.

Located at lot 733 near Gate E on the corner of Wheat St. and Swine Ave. on the Farm Science Review grounds, the model building provides a sample of the type of custom post-frame buildings Walters Buildings supplies to farmers and agricultural organizations, which range in their uses from machine sheds and shops to animal housing, commodity housing, suburban storage, equestrian facilities and commercial buildings.

Review attendees will be able to talk with Walters Buildings representatives while viewing sample plans and building features. “This new model building will serve as a permanent sales center where people can walk all around the building, see the construction details for themselves, and even get a start on planning their own building with one of our representatives,” said Walters Buildings Vice President of Sales and Marketing Brent Henschel.

Added Tom Taylor, OH Construction Center Manager for Walters Buildings, “The 48-by-72-foot model building showcases the quality construction techniques that allow Walters Buildings to provide a ‘better building experience’, including special features such as decorative concrete, a horse stall, sliding doors, an overhead door, and a porch. We’re looking forward to a talking with attendees about the value Walters Buildings provides for farmers and agribusinesses.”

For the duration of the Farm Science Review, Walters Buildings is also offering special pricing on a machinery storage building for farms and agribusinesses. Inquiries should be directed to the Walters Buildings sales center on lot 733. Alternately, details on the special offer or pole building planning assistance can be obtained at 800-225-2592.

About the Farm Science Review
Farm Science Review is sponsored by Ohio State University Extension, the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, and the academic units of the university’s College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. Tickets are $8 at the gate or $5 in advance when purchased from county offices of OSU Extension or participating agribusinesses. Children 5 and younger are admitted free. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept 19-20 and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 21. For more information, visit http://fsr.osu.edu.

About Walters Buildings
Walters Buildings is a leading manufacturer of storage buildings including highly efficient, energy-saving pole buildings and pre-engineered metal storage buildings, all made in the USA. High-quality materials, skilled craftsman crews and comprehensive warranties have allowed Walters Buildings to deliver a “Better Building Experience” to farms, airport hangars, fire departments, churches, agricultural shops, and other industrial, residential and commercial storage building clients for nearly 50 years. For more information, visit http://www.waltersbuildings.com. More information on post-frame dealer opportunities is available at http://www.waltersbuildings.com/post-frame-dealers/

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Augusta Custom Homes Adds Affordable Modular Homes to Range

Augusta Custom Homes have added to its range of custom homes and luxury homes a new series of home plans aimed squarely at first home owners and those looking for an affordable home.

Lyndurst, VA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Augusta Custom Homes have added to its range of custom homes and luxury homes a new series of home plans aimed squarely at first home owners and those looking for an affordable home.

Matthew Radford, General Manager of Augusta Custom Homes added, “We have worked on producing a series of modular homes that meet the needs of new home owners and second home builders. These modular homes are affordable without compromising on quality, which has long been the hallmark of Augusta Custom Homes.”

Features of the range include one level and two story models ranging from under 1500 square feet to over 4000 square feet. While customers looking for simple, open plan homes will not be disappointed, there are still plenty of other plans to pick from.

The modular homes are produced in high levels of finish, with an economy level that makes a great entry point for home builders wishing to save money, through standard and then luxury levels, which include high quality fittings and exceptional standards of finish.

Augusta Custom Homes offers Energy Star labeled homes throughout the east coast of the United States that are available in ready to build form or may be customised to suit the exact needs of the client. For more information visit Augusta Custom Homes at www.augustacustomhomes.com.

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Medical Centre

PKL Healthcare complete medical centre at Imperial College, Central London.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- This two-storey, stand alone building totalling 1,000m2, had to be installed with minimum disruption in the prestigious area of South Kensington, London. The facility accommodates a GP Surgery and Dental Practice on a temporary basis (for 2 years) while the permanent facility is built as part of the Princess Gardens Residence. At the end of the hire period (August 2007) the facility will be available to be relocated to a new client for hire or sale.

The main entrance to the facility is actually on the upper floor due to a difference in ground levels, this meant an integrated disabled lift and staircases were needed inside the building to allow access to the lower floor. Both surgeries have separate patient waiting and staff areas, enabling them to work independently of one another. The dental surgery includes four dentist rooms, reception, waiting and staff areas. The GP surgery benefits from GP, nurse, treatment and therapy rooms, two-bed sick bay, clean and dirty utility, 64 persons waiting, staff, record and administration areas.

Fabricating the facility off-site in the factory and delivering it to the Imperial College site almost complete, resulted in minimum disruption to this prestigious central London location when compared to a traditional building project. Yet, it was built to permanent building standards, designed to provide safe, bright, comfortable and functional accommodation, and completed in only 18 weeks.

Please see http://www.pklhealthcare.co.uk for more details.

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Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets Benefit From New Legislations

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets reveals that the market earned revenues of $73.3 million in 2005, and can reach $130.9 million in 2012.

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Stringent amendments to fire detection and prevention regulations across Latin American countries are fortifying the fire and smoke detection devices markets. Despite numerous opportunities, the lack of awareness of fire prevention issues threatens the markets.

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets reveals that the market earned revenues of $73.3 million in 2005, and can reach $130.9 million in 2012.

If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which provides manufacturers, end users, and other industry participants with an overview of the Latin American fire and smoke detection devices markets, then send an e-mail to Trisha Bradley, Corporate Communications, with your full name, company name, title, telephone number, fax number, and e-mail address. Upon receipt of the above information, an overview will be sent to you by e-mail.

“Due to the low levels of awareness of the importance of fire detection and prevention as well as the high costs of the systems, many end users tend to install very basic, or even incomplete fire and smoke detection systems, putting human life as well as the entire building at risk”, says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst Maria Gabriela Figueroa. “These factors challenge premium segment market participants that offer products based on quality, technology, brand name, and post-sales services.”

Market participants must focus on educating end users, and, along with regional renowned associations, create a collective sense of moral responsibility. Many global tier 1 companies are organizing seminars across Latin America not only to promote their products, but also to increase consciousness and responsibility among end users.

Associations such as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are already working with governmental sectors such as the Firefighters Body, for helping them adapt their local rules as per the NFPA norms and standards.

The healthcare sector is among the least developed segments regarding the implementation of fire and smoke detection systems. In some countries, this segment mostly depends on government purchases, and therefore, all initiatives are totally subject to public response. Private clinics and healthcare centers are comparatively at a more advanced stage of implementation, having installed basic smoke and heat detectors.

Due to its high overall demand, the industrial buildings segment is the most developed end-user segment in Latin America. This is because of the important presence of multinational companies (MNCs) in diverse industries in the region. These MNCs’ inherent culture of installing fire and smoke detection systems has rubbed off on smaller companies, resulting in greater sales of the equipment across the region.

The commercial buildings segment is the second most important one in Latin America. Local authorities such as the fire fighters constantly monitor commercial buildings, as they house a significant number of people.

“As customers become more conscious of fire prevention issues and begin adhering to strict local regulations, market suppliers will have to offer a more complete and integral service, including a wider range of products,” says Figueroa.

Multi-criterion photoelectric detectors, being more complete and multi-functional, are gaining significance due to their extensive applications. Chemical photoelectric varieties that detect the presence of gases in the environment have great potential in the market.

Fire and smoke detectors are evolving toward cooperative sensing, by which different sensors in a detector synergize with each other to make sure they concur in all the signals to avoid false alarms. The integration of fire and smoke detection systems with other security systems such as access control is likely to further enhance the market.

The Latin American Fire and Smoke Detection Devices Markets is part of the Building Management Technologies Growth Partnership Service. All research services included in subscriptions provide detailed market opportunities and industry trends, evaluated following extensive interviews with market participants. Analyst interviews are available to the press.

Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partnering with clients to support the development of innovative strategies for more than 40 years. The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting, growth partnership services, and corporate management training to identify and develop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele that includes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investment community by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects a unique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets, technologies, econometrics, and demographics.

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Nawkaw Corporation to Give Masonry Staining Presentation

Nawkaw Corporation President and CEO, Russell Gray, will be a guest speaker on masonry staining during the 2006 Traditional Building Conference in Washington D.C.

Watkinsville, GA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Nawkaw Corporation will be represented at the 2006 Traditional Building Exhibition and Conference by President and CEO, Russell Gray. The conference will open October 4, with Nawkaw’s presentation scheduled for Saturday, October 7th at 9:30 am at the Washington Hilton Hotel and Towers. This year, Nawkaw has been chosen to present one of the world-class seminars, giving attendees the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits. Nawkaw Corporation has long been an industry leader in the masonry color treatment field. Since their inception in 1987, they have become experts in color treatment and matching of absorbent masonry materials, such as brick, block, concrete, pre-cast, mortar, stucco, and stone. This will be a great opportunity for the building restoration community to interact with Nawkaw on a more personal level.

Russell Gray, as owner of Nawkaw Corporation, developed the company’s proprietary system of staining masonry. In the past 17 years the company has grown into a franchised business with locations in Australia, Canada, South Korea and the USA. Gray is internationally know as an industry expert on masonry stain, and will be speaking about past Nawkaw projects and their applications, including the restoration of a centuries old building in Australia.

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Explore the Worthwhile Investment of Building Energy Efficient Concrete Homes with this Free Catalog

The Concrete Network offers a free, downloadable catalog featuring an overview of the various benefits, design options, investment possibilities and much more for building concrete homes. It includes 10 pages full of color photos, costs, money and energy saving advantages, and facts about these environmentally friendly homes.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 –- The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information on the web, offers a free downloadable catalog for homeowners, designers, and builders wanting to know more about concrete homes and all they have to offer. The catalog Concrete Homes provides an educational overview of what can be expected when building with concrete including how concrete homes are built, choosing materials, designs options, costs and overall benefits.

The popularity of concrete homes continues to grow more and more as builders and homeowners begin to understand the many advantages these structures have to offer. Ten years ago concrete homes made up just three percent of the market. Today their popularity is exploding, making up over 15 percent of the new homes that are built. View The Concrete Network’s photo gallery of concrete homes for a deeper look into the options available for concrete homes.

Buying a home is typically the biggest investment people ever make. If that home is constructed with concrete walls, their investment is naturally protected from the structural damage that can be caused by the effects of nature. "They are the buyers who can benefit the most from savings on energy bills and insurance premiums …and they are the ones who can least afford the cost of damage from natural disasters. So concrete makes a lot of sense in that market," explains Jon Rufty of Rufty Homes in North Carolina.

Concrete homes are credited with their long-lasting durability, energy efficiency, limitless design possibilities, and their ability to offer shelter through Mother Nature’s often devastating disasters. Within the catalog, readers will also find specifications about the costs of building a concrete home compared to a standard wood-framed home, and the materials from which these homes are built, including Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs). Find additional detailed information about all aspects of concrete homes on The Concrete Network Web site.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network’s purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications including stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. Over 872,000 visitors researched The Concrete Network Web site in June, 2006.

The site excels at connecting buyers with local contractors in their area through its Find-A-Contractor service. The service provides visitors with a list of decorative concrete contractors throughout the U.S. and Canada, and is fully searchable by 22 types of decorative concrete work and 199 metropolitan areas throughout North America.

Attached photos courtesy of Reward Wall Systems.

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New Web Site Makes Finding Teardown Property and Land Easier Than Ever

www.TEARDOWNSandLAND.com specializes in buying and selling teardown property and land at the highest price with fewest costs. A one-time flat rate of $79 for individual listings allows sellers to find a buyer quickly, easily and affordably. Buyers can peruse the Web site free of charge, with no registration required.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 13, 2006 -- TEARDOWNSandLAND.com is a brand new web site specializing in the buying and selling of teardown property and land listings nationwide.

Visitors can browse the Web site’s entire database of listings free of charge, without registering. TEARDOWNSandLAND.com has several different search options to make it easy for buyers to find what they are looking for, including listings by property type, location and price. The site’s free registration allows buyers to receive free e-mail alerts of new listings meeting their requirements. Registering also allows a "default region" to be selected so that each time a buyer logs in, the site will find home listings in his local area and display those results first.

Using TEARDOWNSandLAND.com enables the seller to market and sell teardown property/land directly to buyers (builders, investment groups and private parties) quickly, at the highest price and without the need for an expensive real estate broker, costly repairs, yard signs or house showings. TEARDOWNSandLAND.com charges a one-time, flat rate of $79 for individual listings.

"I know there are other businesses posing to save money by using their proprietary marketing system built specifically to help people buy and sell teardown property," said founder Mark Smith. "But why pay any commission to sell your teardown property when you can market it directly to the right buyers with a lot more exposure and without the requirement for buyers to register?"

All listings at TEARDOWNSandLAND.com are listed until they are sold, commission free. All listings contain contact information for the buyer that can be made private by changing privacy settings. If contact information is made private, the buyer can contact the seller through an anonymous e-mail.

The mission of TEARDOWNSandLAND.com is to be the ultimate solution for buying and selling redevelopment property (teardowns) and land listings. The site is revolutionizing the way teardowns and land is bought and sold by offering the most efficient way for buyers and sellers to meet and transact. The site is designed to give buyers more control of the buying process and make finding properties easier than ever before. It gives sellers more control of the selling process and makes selling easy, at a price that makes a lot of sense – no commission.

For more information, visit www.TEARDOWNSandLAND.com or call Mark Smith at 630-334-9702.

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“Growing Green” Conference Helps Building Pros Boost Their Business: ACI Offers Technical Training and Networking Opportunities at New England Conference

For professionals who want to be more competitive in the residential building industry, the 2006 ACI New England Conference on October 4 and 5, 2006 in Westford, Massachusetts will show them how to use home performance and building science to boost business. The Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center on 219 Littleton Road, Route 110 will host the conference.

Westford, MA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- For professionals who want to be more competitive in the residential building industry, ACI's 2006 New England Conference “Growing Green with Building Science” will show them how to boost business with the latest whole-house performance techniques.

The two-day conference on October 4 and 5 will feature the nation’s experts in building science and home performance at the Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center on 219 Littleton Road, Route 110 in Westford, Massachusetts. Builders, remodelers, HVAC contractors and installers, home performance contractors, home energy raters, insulation and air sealing contractors, weatherization providers, green design professionals, building scientists, code officials, home inspectors, energy efficiency service providers, and utility representatives can register online for the training, tradeshow and networking event at www.affordablecomfort.org, or by calling 1-800-344-4866 x 26.

“Skills in home performance and building science are fast-becoming the must-have tools for advanced professionals in this industry,” said Laura McNaughton, Residential Energy Efficiency Services Manager for National Grid. “Contractors, builders and anyone else concerned with energy efficiency, comfort, health and safety in New England homes can’t afford to miss this ACI conference.”

Attendees can choose from 34 training sessions on the latest in energy efficiency techniques, combustion appliance and carbon monoxide safety, indoor air quality and moisture, diagnostic testing tools and techniques, federal tax credits for new energy efficient homes and home improvements, new technologies in oil, gas and propane heating, and more. They will also have the opportunity to find the latest technology and products from leading manufacturers and see hands-on product and diagnostic demonstrations during the two-day tradeshow.

“Growing Green with Building Science” is sponsored by National Grid, Keyspan Energy Delivery, Bacharach, Building Performance Institute (BPI), Conservation Services Group (CSG), NSTAR Electric, New York State Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and Gas Networks and its affiliates Bay State Gas, a NiSource company; Berkshire Gas; New England Gas Company; Northern Utilities Natural Gas, a NiSource company; NSTAR Gas; Unitil, Fitchburg Gas and Electric Company.

Call 1-800-344-4866 x 26 or register online at www.affordablecomfort.org for ACI New England or one of these upcoming conferences:

New Jersey Home Performance Conference - Atlantic City, NJ - January 24-25, 2007
ACI Northwest - Portland, OR - February 21-22, 2007
ACI Home Performance Conference 2007 - Cleveland, OH - April 23-27, 2007

Don’t miss ACI’s first webcast series “Duct Camp” beginning September 12, 2006. Visit www.affordablecomfort.org for updates and to learn more about residential building performance, energy efficiency, comfort, health and safety in home retrofit, new construction, and renovation.

ACI, a nonprofit organization supported by utility companies, state agencies and building science leaders and trade organizations, has 20 years experience elevating the building science industry, to affect change and building practices to address and improve performance issues of comfort, efficiency, and affordability in new and existing housing. The ACI vision is that every family has a home that is safe, healthy, durable, and energy efficient, and every community has access to and values skilled building performance services and professionals. In this spirit, ACI represents the knowledge base of the emerging home performance industry.

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Intra-Focus to Provide Marketing Services to Three Florida Homebuilders

Texas company chosen to create integrated marketing programs for premier homebuilders in Florida.

Georgetown, TX (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Intra-Focus, Inc., a full-service Austin, Texas marketing company, today announced three leading developers and homebuilders in Florida have signed on as the company's newest internet marketing clients.

Intra-Focus was engaged by The Pineapple Corporation, HCM Construction, and the Waterway Group's Sage Beach at Guana Reserve to provide complete internet marketing, including website redesign, creative copywriting services, SEO, CRM, and e-marketing campaigns.

The Pineapple Corporation is fast becoming one of the top luxury custom homebuilders in Northeast Florida. Their award-winning designs combine old-world elegance with contemporary styling and features to create timeless residential environments in the Jacksonville area's most exclusive communities. With projects ranging from semi-custom communities to custom estate residences, The Pineapple Corporation builds unique living spaces with unparalleled design, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.

HCM Construction is a full-service general contractor and construction manager based in Jacksonville, Florida. Established in 1992, HCM quickly earned a reputation for their dedicated management of major construction and renovation projects from concept through completion. HCM has over 50 years of combined experience in apartments, hotels, condominiums, restaurants, offices, and multi-use facilities.

The Waterway Group's exclusive Sage Beach at Guana Reserve features just 28 oceanfront residences within an unspoiled natural preserve between Ponte Vedra Beach and St. Augustine. Homes featuring beautiful designs and generous floor plans will be surrounded by the ocean, the waterway and the unique landscape of Guana Reserve, offering residents a blend of sophisticated architecture and nature's allure.

In addition to new web and market presence, these new clients will also have the advantage of the company's exclusive Intra-Focus CRM, a virtual database tool offering advanced e-marketing, integrated web and phone lead source tracking, and a robust analytics engine.

"These wins are a testament to our expertise in providing internet branding, demand generation campaigns through SEO and e-marketing, and our ability to bring it all together with a powerful CRM tool to quantify results and provide each company with automated sales solutions," said Robert Cowes, Products & Services Principal for Intra-Focus, Inc. "Word is getting out on a national level that Intra-Focus has assembled a team of subject matter experts in Real Estate Marketing."

About Intra-Focus:
Intra-Focus is a full-service marketing company that integrates art and technology to deliver traditional and Internet marketing solutions. Leveraging marketing expertise and trend setting creativity, Intra-Focus helps its clients build brand strategy and market presence that generate qualified demand and quantifiable results. Intra-Focus provides innovative as well as traditional marketing solutions to businesses ranging in size from start-up to Fortune 500.

For more information on Internet Marketing Services, contact:
Robert Cowes
Products & Services Principal
512-930-5558
http://www.intra-focus.com

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PowerStrokeShop.com Shipping is More Affordable Than Ever

Thanks to a competitive market in the shipping industry, PowerStrokeShop.com is now lowering it's minimum freight charge to it's customers. DHL, UPS, FedEx and USPS all offer competitive freight options and PowerStrokeShop.com is passing the savings on.

(PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- PowerStrokeShop.com has become a leader in the E-commerce world when it comes to Ford Super Duty Truck part needs. Thanks to an increasingly large market and a loyal customer base, PowerStrokeShop.com can now compete with the best in terms of freight opportunities. Learning the ropes of the shipping world is key to unlocking lower prices. Freight carriers carry different levels of confidence depending on local hubs and regional service. Having the ability to offer a full package in terms of shipping options leads to competition between carriers. In a time of volatile fuel prices and increasing expenses, it's refreshing to hear of lower prices. It's even better to learn that a company is willing to pass those savings on.

Sharon Goode, Shipping Manager for PowerStrokeShop.com says she is thrilled to be a part of the value added service to the PowerStrokeShop.com franchise. Sharon has been a part of our overall organization for the past five years and is instrumental in their goal of Same Day Shipping.

"Value is what PowerStrokeShop.com is all about," states Bob Baumann, Internet Sales Manager for the company. He adds, "It's great to find yet another way to offer better total service to our customers."

Through their ongoing efforts, PowerStrokeShop.com is growing that level of excellence in service to their customers with the help of proven leaders such as DHL, UPS, FedEx and USPS.

PowerStrokeShop.com is part of a larger organization, Wabash Work Trucks, which offers lines in Ford Light and Medium Duty Trucks, Sterling, Western Star and Unimog Heavy Duty Trucks. The overall goal of the company is to become your partner and having the strength of their suppliers behind them lends muscle to their shipping capabilities.

Mark Smith, Owner of Wabash Work Trucks, states, "Meeting our customers needs is our first goal, but offering quick service at a competitive cost is what makes Wabash and PowerStrokeShop.com a great team and a great competitor."

Visit them today at PowerStrokeShop.com to join in their E-commerce world and experience the opportunity of service, value and OEM parts all in one place. The power behind PowerStrokeShop.com, is you, their customer.

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Telania, Inc, eLeaP Learning Management System service. A Powerful Web 2.0 Learning/training Management Platform, eLeaP is Secure, Customizable, Scalable and Flexible

eLeaP™ Web 2.0 Learning/Training Management System. Next generation training tools for all organizations. Customized, secure, flexible learning and training system. Free trial available.

Louisville, Kentucky (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Telania, Inc. a leading provider of custom software development applications and learning technology today announced the release of its flagship eLearning application - eLeaP™ Learning/Training Management System.

eLeaP™ Learning Management System (LMS/LCMS) is a complete, secure, web-based training and learning solution that employs a simple user interface. This way both technical and non-technical training managers can easily create, manage, and track interactive training courses and learning programs for all levels of users.

The eLeaP™ LMS is designed to fit any organization size. With it you will have the sophistication favored by big companies. Yet, you can enjoy the flexibility, simplicity and customization of a system that will not overwhelm or financially drain smaller organizations.

eLeaP™ is available and delivered online. Therefore you do not have to install complex programs, invest huge amounts in hardware and software or hire or maintain an expensive IT department. Your custom and secure learning site can be deployed in less than 30 minutes. You can begin creating and deploying training immediately -- at a fraction of the cost of traditional methods. According to ASTD it costs $955/year to train one employee. eLeaP only costs $12/year to train one employee!

Use eLeaP™ to deliver personalized learning and training to your entire organization. Whether you are a global enterprise or local operation, you can leverage the power, simplicity, and scalability of eLeaP™ to connect your customers, partners, and employees in a seamless self-service learning portal. Knowledge and learning can now be delivered instantly to everyone, anywhere in your organization.

According to Crawford Owens, president of the National Black MBA Association (Kentucky Chapter), “eLeaP™ provides a powerful and simple concept in designing, deploying and tracking training and learning. The system is intuitive – putting the fun back in teaching and learning.”

Donatus Weobong, president of Telania, Inc. had this to say. “eLeaP is our most ambitious product yet. A totally secure, web-based training and learning system that delivers intuitive, multimedia rich learning and training at the fraction of the cost of traditional methods of training. We are totally excited about eLeaP.”

Contact information:
Telania, Inc.
eLeaP Learning & Training Technology
845 Barret Avenue
Suite 2
Louisville, KY 40204

Phone: (502) 291-4650
Fax; (502) 585-2345
http://www.eleapsoftware.com [eLeaP™ Learning Management System]

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Murray Company Completes Progress Energy Project

The Murray Company recently completed the Fleet Services/RSO project for Progress Energy in Clearwater, Florida

Clearwater, Fla. (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- The Murray Company is pleased to announce the completion of the Fleet Services/RSO project for Progress Energy. This design/build project is a 21,630 SF two-story facility located at Progress Energy’s Clearwater, Florida, Operations Center.

About The Murray Company
The Murray Company is a design/build general contractor based in Clearwater, Florida, specializing in industrial and office projects throughout the United States. To learn more about The Murray Company, visit www.themurraycompany.com.

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You Get a Free Truck and Heavy Equipment Lesson

Get a free truck driving and/or a heavy equipment operator lesson. Event put on by National Training Truck and Heavy Equipment Operator School.

Orange Park, FL (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Saturday September 16th, Jacksonville, Florida, and surrounding areas are invited to come out and test drive trucks and heavy equipment -- for free. This event is put on by National Truck and Heavy Equipment Operators School as a way to let people know what type of careers are available in the truck and heavy equipment operator fields. Employers are available so visitors can ask questions and learn first hand what types of opportunities exist. Anyone interested in should also bring a camera, as it will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to get a free lesson.

National Truck and Heavy Equipment Operators School is approved by the military for tuition assistance. America’s best have trusted National Training to train our heroes for well paying trucking and construction jobs.

Families are welcome and hot dogs and drinks are provided. Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Directions can be found at http://www.earthmoverschool.com/pdf/hdshe.pdf , http://www.truckschool.com/pdf/hdstrk.pdf or by phoning 904.272.4000.

Space is limited so those interested should act fast.

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Rittenhouse Gears Up For Winter With the Improved Salt Spreader

Landscape professional and property owners alike will appreciate the rugged and durable construction of this improved salt spreader.

(PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Rittenhouse is proud to introduce the redesigned and improved Salt Dogg for the 2007 season—available in November 2006. The Salt Dogg is specifically designed for spreading salt, including rock salt.

The new Salt Dogg features improvements such as stainless steel gears, a modified handle design with more comfortable handgrips, a four-way deflector, a new screen design with larger openings, and a durable rain cover. Still easy to assemble, the improved Salt Dogg will be available with either a carbon steel frame or a stainless steel frame.

One of the most important modifications is the introduction of the four-way deflector. The four-way deflector allows for the accurate distribution of salt and ice melt. This means that salt is deposited where it is intended on the first pass, saving time and minimizing waste. Since the Salt Dogg now has larger openings, rock salt can easily be applied without clogging the spreader.

Landscape Professionals and property owners alike will appreciate using a fertilizer-spreader-style applicator for salt or ice melting compound. This type of salt spreader had not been available until the introduction of the original Salt Dogg last season, and the new improvements promise to make the Salt Dogg an even more effective property management tool.

Property managers will especially appreciate the Salt Dogg because it can fit into tight areas where heavy equipment cannot. Homeowners will be able to apply salt to walkways and driveways with ease.

Rittenhouse expects, based on the popularity of last year’s Salt Dogg that sales will continue to increase over the 2007 season.

After 92 years, Rittenhouse is proud to continue our tradition of bringing the most innovative products to our customers.

For details visit: www.rittenhouse.ca - 1-800-461-1041

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Tridon Industries Announces a New Staff Addition

Tom McGuire to manage company's branch office in Scriba, New York.

Pottstown, PA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Tridon Industries is pleased to announce that Tom McGuire has been hired to manage the company’s New York branch office and installation facility in Scriba, thirty miles north of Syracuse. In his new position, Tom will be responsible for the overall management of the facility and personnel, as well as sales duties to better serve new and existing customers in the New York and New England areas.

Tom has twenty years of construction labor and management experience, including knowledge of scheduling, sales and customer relations, making him an excellent choice for the position and a welcome addition to Tridon Industries.

The 9,700 square foot building in Scriba consists of warehouse and office space. The initial goal is to provide from that location the company’s signature product, masonry foam insulation, and eventually expand to include all the products and services once the site is fully operational.

Tridon Industries, headquartered in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is a premiere distributor and installer of high quality insulation, soundproofing and fireproofing products. The company services Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and the entire New England area. For the past three years, the company has been named to the Philadelphia 100®, a list that honors the fastest growing privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region.

For additional information on Tridon Industries, contact the company toll-free at 1-800-760-8044 (PA) or 1-800-492-7966 (NY), or visit their website at www.tridoninsulation.com.

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New England Cedar Homes Adds Affordable Modular Log Homes to Range

New England Cedar Homes have added to its range of custom cedar homes a new series of modular log home plans aimed squarely at first home owners and those looking for an affordable log home as a vacation getaway.

Lyndhurst, VA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- New England Cedar Homes have added to its range of custom cedar homes a new series of modular log home plans aimed squarely at first home owners and those looking for an affordable log home as a vacation getaway.

Scott Steele, General Manager of New England Cedar Homes added, “ We have worked on producing a series of modular log homes that meet the needs of new home owners and second home builders. These modular log homes are affordable without compromising on quality, which has long been the hallmark of New England Cedar Homes.”

Features of the range include one level and two story models ranging from under 1000 square feet to over 4000 square feet . While customers looking for the look of rustic, hand hewn logs will not be disappointed, there is still plenty of other siding options to pick from.

The modular log homes are produced in high levels of finish, with an economy level that makes a great entry point for home builders wishing to save money, through standard and then luxury levels, which include high quality fittings and exceptional standards of finish.

New England Cedar Homes offers Energy Star labeled homes throughout the east coast of the United States that are available in ready to build modular form or may be customised to suit the exact needs of the client. For more information visit New England Cedar Homes at www.newenglandcedarhomes.com

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Augusta Custom Homes Joins EPA's Energy Star Program

Augusta Custom Homes announced today that it has joined a nationwide effort to help the environment through participation in the Energy Star program.

Wintegreen, VA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Augusta Custom Homes announced today that it has joined a nationwide effort to help the environment through participation in the Energy Star program. This voluntary partnership sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) helps homebuyers, businesses, and other organizations save money and reduce air pollution by upgrading their homes to use energy more efficiently. Augusta Custom Homes has joined EPA and more than 2,400 builders, manufacturers, and retailers throughout the United States to help reduce pollution by building more efficient products.

Augusta Custom Homes offers Energy Star labeled homes throughout the east coast of the United States. Matthew Radford, General Manager of the Augusta Custom Homes, added that the Energy Star program was attracting many customers who were looking at minimizing their new home power costs, while adding increased value to their home.

Augusta Custom Homes offer an assortment of energy-efficient features including increased levels of insulation, efficient windows, high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment, and tightly sealed air ducts. Such features can reduce heating and cooling costs by as much as 30 percent, according to Sam Rashkin, Director of Energy Star for New Homes. This translates into substantial utility bill savings every month. Additional benefits to homebuyers are the innovations that lead to a more energy-efficient, quieter, healthier and comfortable home. Improved indoor air quality, sound-proofing, and the lack of drafts and uneven temperatures across rooms are among the advantageous results of energy-efficient construction

According to EPA estimates, 20 percent of all air pollution results from home energy usage. Introduced in 1995, Energy Star for homes currently has more than 2,400 partners nationwide. For more information about Energy Star labeled homes and other Energy Star labeled products, please call 1-888-STAR-YES, or visit Augusta Custom Homes website at www.augustacustomhomes.com .

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CleenWater Launches Innovative Salt-Free Water Filtration and Conditioning System; Company Receives Seed Funding and Opens its Doors to Consumers in Utah

CleenWater, L.L.C., a new Utah company based in Centerville, announced today that it has received angel funding through BCB Capital and another private investor to begin distributing and installing residential and commercial salt-free water conditioning and filtration systems.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- CleenWater has obtained exclusive private label rights to distribute patent-pending German technology that is designed to provide water treatment systems that satisfy the recommendations of the World Health Organization for drinking and bathing water in terms of cleanliness, healthful mineral content, and environmental impact, while eliminating the need to haul salt or change filters on a regular basis. The system results in bottled water quality from every tap in the home. Tom Barlow, President of CleenWater L.L.C. describes this new system as "turning your faucet taps into your own private mountain spring".

CleenWater systems feature the latest technologies in water treatment, with a primary focus on the growing need for healthier, safer water without the negative environmental impact that salt-based systems have due to brine discharge and water waste. Mr. Barlow adds, “I have been around the plumbing industry my entire life, and this new system is a revolution in water filtration and conditioning. Aside from the positive health and environmental effects the system has, the added beauty is in the sheer convenience of not having to haul any more salt for a water softener.” Additionally, owners can drastically reduce hard water problems altogether.

CleenWater specialists offer FREE testing and consulting on residential and commercial water systems, normally a $99 service, and present the information in a highly educational process.

Unlike the high upkeep and ongoing monthly charges for water softeners, the activated carbon filter only needs to be changed every 8-10 years, thus lowering the total cost of ownership. The CleenWater basic residential system retails for $3999 and is only offered through CleenWater and its associated dealer network of plumbers, real estate developers and health stores.

CleenWater, L.L.C. is a cutting edge leader in the whole home and point of use water treatment industry for drinking water. Our systems feature the latest technologies that promote ease of use, low cost of ownership, and water quality that exceeds past industry standards in terms of taste, cleanliness, and healthful content.

For more information on their entire product line, please contact: Tom Barlow at CleenWater L.L.C. 1-877-NOT-SALT or 801-309-1827 1305 West 50 South Centerville, UT 84014

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Allied Steel Buildings Continues Incredible Growth

Leading steel building supplier, Allied Steel Buildings Inc, has been ranked 15th amongst the ‘Fastest-Growing Private Companies List’, by the South Florida Business Journal. During that time the company’s revenue grew at a staggering rate of 107%. The company has grown its staff from five employees in 2003 to over forty employees today and plans to double that size within the next two years.

Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Leading steel building supplier, Allied Steel Buildings Inc, has been ranked 15th amongst the ‘Fastest-Growing Private Companies List’, by the South Florida Business Journal. The Journal ranks Florida companies based on their revenues for FY 2004 and FY 2005.

During that time the company’s revenue grew at a staggering rate of 107% and has high hopes to continue this rate through 2006 and beyond. “In 2004, it was the Allied staff that persevered though the huge steel price hikes, that kick started the growth,” says co-found Charles Kowalski, “Then in 2005 it was the customer referrals and repeat clients that continued the upward trend.”

Allied Steel Buildings supplies pre-engineered buildings worldwide for commercial, industrial and residential customers. The company has grown its staff from five employees in 2003 to over forty employees today and plans to double that size within the next two years. “The customers demand for our product and more importantly our

services, drives the exceptional growth. That’s a tribute to the experienced staff, exciting office atmosphere, and outstanding product that we deliver,” says Michael Lassner, Co-Founder.

Furthermore, through Allied Steel’s specific targeted markets, the company is able to provide direct project solutions for a broad range of clients around the globe. Look for continued growth in 2006 and industry innovation in 2007 that will continue to boost this rising star.

More information on Allied Steel Buildings can be located at http://www.AlliedBuildings.com.

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New 18 lb. Spectrum® 375 X-TREME™ Plasma Cutter Provides Unparalleled Portability, Versatility

Miller Electric introduces its new ultra-portable plasma cutting tool, the Spectrum 375 X-TREME. The 100-amp unit weighs just 18 lbs., is light enough to be carried by shoulder strap and has a 3/8-in. cut rating on mild steel designed for maintenance, HVAC, construction. It is able to connect to any single-phase 115V, 230V power supply.

Appleton, WI (PRWEB) September 13, 2006 -- With the introduction of the Spectrum 375 X-TREME™, Miller Electric Mfg. Co. takes plasma cutting to unprecedented levels of portability. Weighing only 18 lbs., the Spectrum 375 X-TREME plasma cutter, provides the cutting capacity of machines twice its size, is light enough to be carried by the included shoulder strap, and versatile enough to connect to any 115V-230V single-phase power supply.

The user only has to select the correct (115 V, 15A or 230V, 50A) Multi-Voltage Plug (MVP™) for the power supply and connect it to the power cord. The MVP can be switched in just seconds without the need for tools.

Rated at 3/8-in. cutting capacity on mild steel and ¼ in. on aluminum (115 V, 20 A or 230 V service), the Spectrum 375 X-TREME is designed to meet the cutting needs of those in maintenance and HVAC, as well as those in construction who need to notch I-beams, cut steel studs, steel roofs or sheet metal. Rated cutting capacity is the speed at which an operator achieves a smooth, steady cut at 10 inches per minute (IPM). At 6 IPM, the Spectrum 375 X-TREME can cut ½-in. mild steel.

An optional drop-tested X-CASE with reinforced corners provides exceptional protection for the 375 X-TREME during transport and storage. Opening from the top, the X-CASE offers plenty of room for MVP plugs, consumable box, eye protection, gloves and other equipment.

"The X-CASE is designed so the user can quickly pack the 375 X-TREME, the cords and related equipment and move on to the next job," says Steve Hidden, product manager, Miller Electric. "The entire package was designed to be the ultimate in portability and versatility."

An internal filter and factory-set regulator eliminates the need for the operator to adjust the air pressure. Once connected to a 90 p.s.i. minimum air compressor, the Spectrum 375 X-TREME automatically regulates internal air pressure to the torch. A standard air connection on the back panel provides for easy gas or air hookup.
Miller’s Auto-Line™ technology automatically connects to 115-230 V, single-phase power. Auto-Line also adjusts for spikes or losses in input voltage levels while maintaining a constant cutting arc with very little or no cutting capacity loss. In addition, LVC™ (line voltage compensation) provides peak performance power under variable input voltage conditions (+- 15 percent) for steady cuts and cleaner ending cuts.

"The 375 X-TREME provides maximum flexibility for those who may not know what electrical service is available or who work on both 115 and 230 V supplies," Hidden adds.

The 375 X-TREME plasma cutter is covered by Miller’s True-Blue® three-year factory warranty. For more information or to download a product spec sheet, visit Miller's Web site at http://www.MillerWelds.com, call 1-800-4-A-MILLER (800-426-4553), fax 877-327-8132 or write to Miller Electric Mfg. Co., P.O. Box 100, Lithonia, GA 30058.

With headquarters in Appleton, Wis., Miller Electric Mfg. Co. is a leading worldwide manufacturer of Miller brand arc welding equipment and related systems for metalworking, construction, maintenance and other applications. Miller Electric is a wholly owned subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW), Glenview, Ill. ITW is a diversified multinational manufacturer of highly engineered components, assemblies and systems.

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Evan Ypsilantis Named Director of Sales for Rypos, Inc., The Active Diesel Filtration Technology Leader

Ypsilantis will represent Rypos Worldwide. Rypos, based in Holliston, MA, developed an advanced active regeneration filter that is a vast improvement over passive ceramic filters that require high exhaust temperature -- not always possible in cold climates or when engines run intermittently. When the Rypos Filter cartridges need to be cleaned or regenerated, a microprocessor sends an electric current through the sintered metal filter element to remove accumulated soot.

Holliston, MA (PRWEB) September 13, 2006 -- Evan Ypsalantis has recently been named Director of Sales for Rypos, Inc., the leader in advanced filtration systems that reduce emissions from diesel engines. Rypos filters enable the owners and operators of diesel-powered generators, construction vehicles and other equipment to meet the current and emerging US-EPA and California Air Resource Board Standards.

Ypsilantis brings a wealth of US and international strategic marketing and sales experience to Rypos. In making the announcement, Klaus Peter, Rypos, president stated, "Evan is developing a marketing strategy for Rypos that focuses on creating strategic alliances with distributors and dealers of such major brands as Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar and Volvo as well as with consulting engineering firms. Our goal is to add value to our partners’ products and professional services."

Adds Ypsilantis, "Our customers typically require custom configurations for large diesel engines -- often ranging from 100 kW- 2MW – used in challenging applications. With this in mind, we regularly create detailed conceptual drawings in advance of a sale, enabling dealers, distributors and consultants to demonstrate how Rypos can help their customers meet clean-air requirements." Rypos, for example, designed custom configurations for TEREX 70 earth-moving trucks used at the Croton Water Treatment Project in The Bronx and for Argillon GmbH, which is developing emission control systems for mining equipment where limited headroom and clean-air requirements present extraordinary challenges.

Most recently, Ypsilantis was vice president, sales and marketing with ProMirror, Inc., Gloucester, MA. Previously, he held marketing and sales posts with Agilent Technologies-Semiconductor Products Group -- formerly RedSwitch, Inc. – in Milpitas, CA.

He also headed business development for Benchmark Electronics, Inc. a Lockheed Martin spin-off in Hudson, NH and played a key role in MediaLogic’s four-fold annual sales increase and its initial public offering.

Ypsilantis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in management from the University of Massachusetts, Boston and is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Harvard University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences-Economics Summer Program on Capital Acquisition.

Rypos Background
US and California EPA rules together with voluntary clean air action by corporations is creating a growth market for Rypos and other clean-diesel technology companies. Markets include new engine manufacturers and existing engines that have to be retrofit to meet new requirements. High fuel costs are also fueling demand for efficient diesel engines.

Rypos’ active regeneration technology is a vast improvement over passive ceramic filters that require high exhaust temperature to work, which is not always possible in cold climates or when engines run intermittently. When the Rypos Filter cartridges need to be cleaned or regenerated, a microprocessor sends an electric current through the sintered metal filter element. The current heats the element and regenerates the filter by burning off accumulated particles. Efficiency is remarkable, less than a 1% fuel penalty to regenerate the filters – far lower than earlier systems

In addition to custom filters and applications, the company developed and manufactures two product categories -- the CARB-Verified Rypos ADPF™ and the Rypos ADPF/C™. Both filters are designed for OEM manufacturers and to retrofit engines ranging from 100 kW to 2 MW. The Rypos ADPF™ is designed for older diesel engines operating on high-sulfur fuel. During tests on standby generators, The Rypos ADPF™ exceeded CARB’s Level 2 Verification standard by reducing total particulate matter by well over 60%. CARB also granted Rypos conditional verification for diesel-operated pumps typically used in farming and oilfields.

The Rypos ADPF/C™ is configured with a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) to further reduce the soluble organic fraction, hydrocarbons, and carbon monoxide. Soot, or particulate matter reduction ranges as high as 90% with the Rypos ADPF/C™

CARB Verification covers diesel engines produced from 1996-2007 by manufacturers such as Caterpillar, Detroit Diesel Corporation, Daimler/Chrysler, Komatsu, Iveco, Deere, Perkins, Volvo Penta, Cummins, Daewoo, GMC, Nissan Diesel, Mitsubishi, Isuzu, Kubota, Lombardini Motori, Scania, International Trucks and many others.

In addition to diesel generators, pumps, construction equipment, locomotives and marine vessels, the Rypos ADPF™ and ADPF/C ™ filters are being evaluated by the mining industry to meet stringent underground clean air requirements.

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Sinclair Oil to Offer Excess Real Estate at Auction

Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) announced today that their firm has been retained by Sinclair Oil to offer at auction 13 fuel service stations/investment properties throughout Montana and Idaho. The auctions have been scheduled for September 25th – September 29th.

Lakeland, FL (PRWEB) September 12, 2006 -- Higgenbotham A