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April 29, 2007
New Wheel Brushes Successfully Remove Material and Debris
Solo Horton Brushes offers comprehensive selection of wheel brushes.
Torrington, CT (PRWEB) April 29, 2007 -- Solo Horton Brushes, a leading supplier of industrial brushes since 1920, recently extended its line of wheel brushes. Wheel brushes are designed for a variety of jobs such as cleaning, deburring, finishing, roughening, smoothing welds, stripping wire, and removing scale.
"Our wheel brushes feature durable carbon or stainless steel wire, with permanent or flexible mountings ready for electric or air power," said L.J. Skeie, President of Solo Horton Brushes. "Like all of our products, these wheel brushes offer top performance at a competitive price and are backed by our satisfaction guarantee."
A wheel brush is attached to grinders or other machinery that rotates the brush at high speeds to remove material or debris. Wheel brush bristles can fan out as a group of individual wire strands or as a grouping of wire strands twisted together. Copper centers hold the wire securely, and stiffness is optimized to reduce operator fatigue. Wheel brushes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with small to large arbor holes and short to long bristle lengths. Use small-diameter wheel brushes on small or hard-to-reach surfaces, or large-diameter wheel brushes with denser fill for heavier jobs.
Solo Horton offers free arbor adapters with every 1800 series or large wheel brush purchased. The company's wheel brushes, along with more than 1 million industrial brushes, can be viewed online at solobrushes.com.
About Solo Horton Wheel Brushes
Solo Horton has set the standard for industrial brushes since 1920. The company offers an extensive inventory of brushes, including tube brushes, glue brushes, artist brushes, chip brushes, wheel brushes, industrial paint rollers, and more, that blend quality and economy at every price level. All industrial brushes are in-stock and ready for immediate shipment. Quantity discounts are available. For more information, visit solobrushes.com or call 1-800-969-7656.
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Bug Off Instant Screen Door is Now Available at all USA Lowe's Stores
Wolf & Moon Products, Inc. is ramping up production of Bug Off Instant Screen Door for a national roll-out to all USA Lowe's stores.
Cambria, CA (PRWEB) April 29, 2007 -- Wolf & Moon Products, Inc. has ramped up production of its Bug Off Instant Screen Door to combat the bugs of summer 2007. Bug Off Instant Screen Door is now available in 1350 Lowe's stores nationwide.
This unique product was invented by Carol Lynch, president of Wolf & Moon Products, Inc. Lynch said, "Lowe's is the perfect venue for do-it-yourselfers, who need a quick solution to screen multiple doors in their homes, apartments, condos and dorm rooms. Bug Off is cost efficient and provides natural cooling and ventilation, letting fresh air in and saving money on household cooling. Retail sales are brisk, especially during the summer season when people want an easy and affordable way to keep insects out." Bug Off Instant Screen Door allows you to screen almost any door in minutes and costs less than many standard, framed screen doors, while providing additional benefits:
.Takes only minutes to install without tools and will not damage the door frame.
.Provides magnetic hands-free entry and exit for both people and pets.
.Can be installed in apartments, condominiums, rentals and dorm rooms where standard screen doors are often not permitted.
.Kids love Bug Off -- No more slamming screen doors or screen doors left open to let insects inside.
.Wheelchair accessible -- easy in and out.
.Makes any door a pet door. Pets go in and out without assistance.
.Can be moved from door to door, to use when and where needed. Perfect for vacation homes, cabins, mobile homes and RV's.
.Manufactured in six standard sizes to fit most doors including French doors and sliding glass doors.
The company can be reached toll-free by calling 800-700-5081. 32" and 36" Bug Off Screens are available nationwide in Lowe's across the USA. Please call a store near you for availability.
Contact: Brooke Branning, Sales Manager,
Wolf & Moon Products, Inc.
Ph: 800-700-5081
Fax: 805-927-5545
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Bonterra Builders Joins Builder Team at Millbridge, Will Introduce New Home Designs
Bonterra Builders, a premier homebuilder in the Charlotte area, has purchased 120 homesites at Millbridge, a master-planned community being developed by GS Companies in Waxhaw, N.C. Bonterra will introduce new single-family home designs at the master-planned community.
Charlotte, N.C. (PRWEB) April 28, 2007 -- Bonterra Builders, a premier homebuilder in the Charlotte area, has purchased 120 homesites at Millbridge, a master-planned community being developed by GS Companies in Waxhaw, N.C.
Bonterra Builders will introduce newly created home designs at the community that feature 10' first floor ceilings and stylish floor plans incorporating the latest consumer trends. Homes will range from 2,600 to 3,200 square feet and will be priced from the $300s.
"Bonterra Builders is a great addition to the builder team at Millbridge," said Tom Scott, president/partner of Charlotte-based GS Companies. "Millbridge homebuyers will be impressed with the quality and included features available in a Bonterra Builder home."
"We are excited about our partnership with GS Companies and the Millbridge builder community," said Darren Sutton, president of Bonterra Builders. "This premier neighborhood will provide a wonderful setting for home buyers and we look forward to bringing our unique style and quality homes to Millbridge."
Bonterra Builders will open a model home for visitors in late 2007. For more information about Bonterra Builders at Millbridge, call 704- 821-8748 or visit www.MillbridgeNC.Com.
About Millbridge:
Beyond Charlotte lies the picturesque covered bridge and a mill with working waterwheel that leads to the community of Millbridge. The cherished legacy and architectural heritage of Waxhaw, NC is mirrored in the character that will form Architectural Patterns of Millbridge. The community will feature a 9000 sq. ft. clubhouse with a fitness center and a movie theatre room, Jr. Olympic pool, playgrounds, walking trails, greenway trails and a 60-acre town park with an elementary school and wide range of shopping close by. For more information visit www.MillbridgeNC.com.
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Lack of Space Leads to Compromised Explosion Protection
The current trend toward new process systems to be both higher capacity and more compact leads to difficulty when explosion protection systems are required. Proper fast-acting explosion isolation valves and other explosion protection equipment can not easily be fitted. CV Technology has extensive experience in explosion mitigation strategy and ensures safe protection that can be both more reliable and cost effective.
Jupiter, FL (PRWEB) April 28, 2007 -- There has been a trend in recent years for new process systems to be both higher capacity and more compact. This trend can lead to difficulty when explosion protection systems are required. Too often the need for explosion protection is left for consideration after all other elements in the process system have been designed. This approach can lead to serious shortfalls, unnecessary compromise to safety, and needless additional expense.
Bill Stevenson is Vice President of Engineering for CV Technology, an international leader in explosion protection and mitigation. In one recent project for a new sugar milling system the distance from the mill to the receiver was too short to allow the needed time for a fast-acting explosion isolation valve to close in the event of ignition inside the mill. This required an extensive re-design and large expenditure. Stevenson points out, "In general a distance of at least 20 feet (30 would be better) is necessary from the mill to the location for a valve to ensure closure ahead of an accelerating flame/pressure front." He explains that an even better approach would be enough distance between the mill and the receiver to allow a fast acting valve to close from a signal in either direction. In this scheme two possibilities are addressed: Ignited material in the mill would be detected and the fast-acting valve would close to prevent flame and pressure from reaching the receiver; or ignited material in the receiver would be detected to close the valve to prevent flame and pressure from propagating back to the mill. This scheme requires double the distance mentioned above.
With the current trend toward more and more compact design these distances are often not available.
Stevenson claims, "We have seen systems that were so compact that proper protection could not be fitted and in consequence are being operated without protection. We have also seen many examples of systems that are neglected and in worst case situations where safety systems have been disconnected simply because they could not be reached for service."
In another project the fast acting valve was squeezed in just at the end of the pipe and at the inlet to the receiver. This scheme provides protection from the mill to the receiver, but accepts the possibility that a deflagration initiation in the receiver could back-flash to the mill. A second fast-acting valve on the air induction port to the mill was necessary to prevent flame spread directly into the room. This scheme adds considerably to the complexity of the protection system and to the cost for protection.
The problem of flame spread propagation in piping systems handling combustible dusts is made even more difficult to control in cases where the distances are too short for isolation to establish a barrier ahead of the flame/pressure front. In another example, the distance from process machine to aspirating dust collector was less than 12 feet. The insurer wanted isolation and the client wanted to comply, but when confronted with the reality that it would not work reliably in such a short distance an alternative and more risky approach had to be taken. In this case the protection system design allows for the possibility that ignition in the machine could accelerate through the interconnected piping to the dust collector and that the resultant ignition would be very strong indeed. This situation is extremely difficult to address with certainty. There is no test data for initially turbulent conditions or from flame-jet ignition sources. Both are possible in this situation and of course the potential for a much more violent explosion is obvious. The housing for the dust collector needed strengthening and the size of the explosion protection system needed to be considerably larger than would have been necessary if more space had been allowed in the original design. More important than the added complexity and expense of this approach is that it is difficult to be certain that this system is adequately protected for a worst case event.
Another impact factor when process systems are designed to be very compact is finding room to fit explosion protection equipment where needed and allowing reasonable access for service. Says Stevenson, "It is always nice to have room to work, and it is necessary to ensure long term reliability for the sophisticated equipment that is used for industrial explosion protection."
The best first step is to get the protection requirements specified as early in the development phase for a new process system as possible. In that way it is often possible to ensure safe protection that is both more reliable and much more cost effective. Bringing us in early is your best option for a successful outcome.
For more information on dust explosion protection, prevention, and mitigation, visit th CV Technology website at www.cvtechnology.com
CV TECHNOLOGY, INC
15852 Mercantile Court
Jupiter, FL 33478
USA
Phone: (561) 694-9588
Web: www.cvtechnology.com
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Leading Source for Hardwood Flooring in San Diego Acquires New Location
LP Wholesale's new San Diego flooring store location offers larger showroom for customers
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) April 28, 2007 -- After five years at their previous location, LP Wholesale has made the move to a new facility at 9040 Carrol Way in the Miramar area in San Diego. LP Wholesale is known for their quality tile, carpet, laminate flooring, natural stone flooring, and hardwood flooring in San Diego. The new location offers almost 1,000 extra square feet of available space to allow a larger variety of quality flooring in San Diego for customers to choose from.
The new San Diego location now has an expanded showroom to display a top notch variety of quality flooring products including five different types of natural stone, two carpet lines from Kraus, and a great selection of hardwood flooring. In this new showroom customers can experience what each of the various flooring products actually look and feel like in a real setting to help with their decision and overall buying experience.
LP Wholesale is proud to be one of the few distributors in the U.S. to carry carpet lines from Kraus. This Canadian made carpet flooring uses a state-of-the-art manufacturing technology and strict control procedures to provide an excellent environment for quality carpet. Kraus uses a digitally controlled yarn dyeing technology that provides highly uniform multi-colored yarns that are near impossible to ruin, fade, or bleach during regular cleaning. This makes Kraus the perfect carpet solution for those who have high traffic settings such as hotels and business offices.
Be sure to visit the new location and view all of the flooring solutions available in one place. In addition to the larger showroom floor, the larger office allows for staff to give more personal care to each customer. Cindy Buh who has been with LP Wholesale since 2006 is an expert in helping each individual find the best solution for both style and quality needs. LP Wholesale proudly assures all customers that they will be treated to an excellent environment to allow the best decision while looking for carpet flooring, natural stone, tile, or hardwood flooring in San Diego.
About LP Wholesale
As a family-owned and operated business, LP Wholesale thrives as the ultimate hardwood flooring store in San Diego by giving personal service to its extensive clientele, offering professional expertise to interior designers, real estate professionals, as well as single-family home owners. With their unique combination of a wide selection and low prices, LP Wholesale has gained recognition as a leading source of hardwood flooring in San Diego.
http://www.lowpricecarpet.com
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Secretary of Transportation Joins with Utility and Excavation Industries to Launch 811 Number
811 is the new national three-digit "Call Before You Dig" telephone number created by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation in partnership with utility and excavation industries. This new national safety resource will help reduce injury, expenses and penalties.
Washington, DC (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary Peters, and senior officials from the Associated General Contractors of America, John Deere, the Travelers Companies, Inc., Cox Communications, and the Common Ground Alliance will be announcing the official activation of 811, the new national 'Call Before You Dig' telephone number.
Official activation of 811 will also match the launch of a public education campaign about "Call Before You Dig" number designated by the FCC to protect American homeowners and professional excavators from the injuries, expenses and penalties caused by the hundreds of thousands of digging related accidents that result in damages to underground utilities each year.
Each year failure to call before digging threatens American lives and underground utility infrastructure -- resulting in nearly 700,000 underground utility damages. This staggering statistic equates to more than one unintentional hit per minute, the consequences of which include injury, penalties, repair costs and expensive and inconvenient service outages.
The launch will take place on the National Mall in Washington, DC on Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.
About The Common Ground Alliance
The Common Ground Alliance (CGA) works to ensure public safety, environmental protection, and the integrity of public services by promoting effective damage prevention practices for all underground facilities in North America. CGA is a member-driven association comprised of more than 1,400 excavators; locators; road builders; electric, oil, and gas companies; telecommunications providers; railroads; One Call Centers; public works; equipment manufacturing and suppliers; state regulators; insurance and engineering/design; and emergency services. www.call811.com
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Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Awards Therma-Green Corporation its Exclusive Florida Distributorship
Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that it has awarded exclusive distributorship for the state of Florida, to Therma-Green Corporation, a company that specializes in maximizing energy efficiency and reducing the effects of mold for residential, commercial and industrial customers though use of 'green' technology.
Naples, Fla. (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets: INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that it has awarded exclusive distributorship for the state of Florida, to Therma-Green Corporation, a company that specializes in maximizing energy efficiency and reducing the effects of mold for residential, commercial and industrial customers though use of 'green' technology.
"It is Therma-Green Corporation's goal to capitalize on the rapidly increasing focus of implementing green building technologies throughout the state of Florida," explained David D'Amico, Owner, "Through Therma-Green's service division and installation partners, we will go to market in the industrial sector, focusing on Fortune 500 companies, offering a simple and cost effective way for these companies to save energy and provide solutions to problems associated with Florida's unique humid climate."
"We welcome Therma-Green as our newest U.S. distributor," stated Francesca Crolley, VP of Operations and Marketing for Industrial Nanotech, Inc. "Therma-Green's business model is focused on earth-friendly technologies that save energy and create healthier work environments. With the world's attention concentrated on vital environmental issues, this model is right on target for Industrial Nanotech as it moves forward in 2007."
According to Crolley, the EPA's new emphasis on nanotechnology as a possible solution to the effects of global warming and environmental challenges has also opened more doors for companies like Industrial Nanotech. "'Green' nanotechnology has recently come into the spotlight in scientific circles due to the nanotechnology white paper released earlier this year by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In answer to this trend, Industrial Nanotech's representative in Greece, Alexandros Karatopouzis, has submitted its Nansulate® products to the National Observatory of Athens for inclusion in its library of energy conservation technologies and materials." Industrial Nanotech also has similar submissions pending with the EPA here in the United States.
About Therma-Green Corporation
Therma-Green Corporation can be contacted at 239-273-8566 or PO Box 112193, Naples, FL 34108.
About Industrial Nanotech
Industrial Nanotech Inc. is rapidly emerging as a global nanoscience solutions and research leader. The Company develops and commercializes new and innovative applications for nanotechnology. Additional information about the Company and its products can be found at their websites, (http://www.industrial-nanotech.com) and (http://www.nansulate.com).
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Tognum Group acquires Katolight, a manufacturer of gensets in Mankato, Minnesota,USA
Tognum CEO Volker Heuer: "This acquisition opens up strategic market prospects for our business in North America and gives us optimal access to end-customers." -- Excellent supplement of Tognum's Decentralized Power Generation business unit in the important North American market. --Further milestone along the growth path of Tognum.
Mankato, MN, USA and Friedrichshafen, Germany (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Tognum GmbH, headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany, today announced the acquisition of Katolight Corp., a U.S. manufacturer of generator sets. Katolight is based in Mankato, Minnesota, USA, and produces diesel and gas-powered engine generator sets for industrial and agricultural applications as well as for emergency power supply, covering a power range of 15 to 3,250 kilowatts. With around 340 employees, Katolight posted sales revenues of approximately $135 million (approx. €100 million) in 2006/07 (fiscal year ending March 31, 2007). The parties to the transaction have agreed not to disclose any details of the price paid.
"With the acquisition of Katolight, we have passed another milestone on our track to become a globally leading provider of decentralized power generators," stated Volker Heuer, CEO of Tognum. "Katolight is a perfect element in our growth strategy, because it is a well-positioned brand and an excellent supplement to our product range in the important and further growing North American market. Another crucial factor is that Katolight gives us direct access to end-customers."
Business relations have already existed between Tognum and Katolight for many years. For example, some of Katolight's generator sets are based on diesel engines from the core Tognum company, MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH. Its subsidiary, MTU Detroit Diesel Inc. (in Detroit, Michigan, USA), supplied more than 170 of its Series 60, Series 2000 and Series 4000 engines to Katolight last year.
"We know the company very well and know that we have acquired a platform with great potential for the distribution of power generators, primarily based on our own engines," explained Heuer. MTU Detroit Diesel, while now supplying Katolight with engines, will maintain its role as engine supplier to other customers in North America.
Katolight, a family owned business founded in 1952, was most recently owned by Kay R. Jacobson and managed for the past 21 years by her husband, Lyle G. Jacobson. "The main reason for the sale to Tognum was the fact that Katolight will be in the hands of a long-standing and reliable business associate", said Lyle G. Jacobson. "It is also important to us that Tognum is taking over all of our workforce and will continue to operate under the Katolight name in Mankato, Minnesota."
The new company in the Tognum Group will play a key role in the Systems and Components division offering standardized power generators. Katolight will be operated as a brand for generator sets based on diesel engines. It complements the well-known Tognum brands MDE and CFC Solutions, which specialize in gas-engine generators and fuel-cell generators, respectively.
"We are excellently positioned in the marketplace with this trio of proven and future-oriented products for the constantly growing demand for local power generation," stated Tognum Executive Vice President Christof von Branconi, who is responsible for the Systems and Components division. "It is becoming increasingly important to have electrical energy available quickly and reliably wherever it is needed," pointed out Branconi. "This is particularly apparent in the United States, where hurricanes or heavy snowfalls often disrupt the regular power supply."
With immediate effect, Katolight will be managed by Armin Groeber as CEO, who until now has been responsible for the entire assembly of engines and main components at the core Tognum company MTU Friedrichshafen. Groeber already has over two years' of business experience in the United States: he was Head of Operations for the North American region from 2002 until 2004. "I'm looking forward to returning to the United States," said Groeber. "Taking full entrepreneurial responsibility for Katolight with its highly motivated team is a great opportunity to further develop the company and strengthen its market position."
Tognum
With its business and trade names MTU, MTU Detroit Diesel, Katolight, MDE, CFC Solutions, L'Orange and Rotorion, Tognum GmbH is a worldwide leading supplier of diesel engines and complete drive systems for ships, heavy land and rail vehicles, and industrial applications for decentralized power generation plants. The company also distributes Mercedes-Benz industrial engines. The range of products, with diesel engines from 20 - 9,100 kW (27 - 12,200 hp) power, gas engines, gas turbines and fuel cells, is one of the most modern and comprehensive in the industry. Tognum develops and produces customized electronic systems for the control and monitoring of the engines and drive systems. The company employs more than 7,500 staff worldwide and achieved sales of more than € 2.5bn in 2006. With 16 subsidiaries, more than 130 sales partners and 1,100 authorized dealers, Tognum's sales and service structure is established on a global scale.
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Roofing Repair, Home Improvement Tips Cover the Whole House at Repair-Home.com
With wet spring and hot summer weather approaching, roofing repair is critical to extend the life of a roof and reduce more expensive repairs and damage later. Roofing advice articles from Repair-Home.com advise homeowners which roof problems to look for and how to approach repairs. The site also offers a roofing forum where homeowners can connect with other homeowners.
(PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Repair-Home.com, an online, interactive home repair source, helps homeowners sort through roofing issues and connect with contractors who can help them tackle home improvement projects, such as roofing repair, that can extend the life of their roof and possibly reduce costs over time. "An increase in roof life of 5 years in the United States should reduce the cost of roofing by 21 percent," says the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
With spring and summer rainy seasons quickly approaching, homeowners who want to know more about the condition of their roof or find information about how to maintain or repair it in order to avoid home damage can get help from resources at Repair-Home.com. When it comes to the effects of rain on the roof of a home, "prevention is best," says one of Repair-Home.com's roofing advice articles (http://www.repair-home.com/Looking_for_Problems_With_Your_Roof).
"You can have problems that go from small to serious without your ever knowing anything was wrong in the first place," says Repair-Home.com (http://www.repair-home.com/Roofing). The experts at Lowe's home improvement center agree. "A leaking roof requires immediate attention," they advise, but, "don't wait for a leak to develop to get your roof in shape. A little preventive maintenance can prevent an emergency repair."
The current roofing repair articles and other resources at Repair-Home.com, such as the roofing forum, allow visitors to ask and get answers to all of their roofing questions from professionals as well as other homeowners who have worked on similar roofing repair projects and other home improvement tasks.
It is important to be aware of the condition of a roof, says Lowe's, because otherwise, "it could be years before are detected, resulting in structural damage." Some of the most damaging effects that require major roofing repair come from exposure to everyday elements, says Repair-Home.com, noting that, "wind and rain in combination wreak havoc on your home."
Repair-Home.com provides a variety of resources to put homeowners in touch with indoor and outdoor products and roofing services. Homeowners can also get valuable information about home improvement techniques, connect with other homeowners and professional roofing contractors, and learn more about proper home maintenance.
Repair-Home.com is an online home repair resource that includes an interactive homeowner driven forum, contractor listings and home repair resources ranging from walls and floors to cabinets and plumbing. Repair-Home.com connects homeowners with top home repair specialists and contractors for specific home repair projects.
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Theodolite vs. the Total Station: Southern Photo Presents a Brief History of Surveying Equipment
Before the advent of the electric total station, surveyors used an instrument known as a theodolite to measure angles and calculate distance. How does this purely mechanical piece of surveying equipment work and how does it compare the the electronic, computer driven total station that replaced it? Southern photo has gathered the following brief history of surveying equipment to shed some light on the differences between these two tools.
Greensboro, NC (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Before the advent of the electric total station, surveyors used an instrument known as a theodolite to measure angles and calculate distance. How does this purely mechanical piece of surveying equipment work and how does it compare the the electronic, computer driven total station that replaced it? Southern photo has gathered the following brief history of surveying equipment to shed some light on the differences between these two tools.
Mark Cheves, editor of The American Surveyor magazine, says that there are really only two situations in which to use a theodolite today. In the third world, where access to electricity is spotty or nonexistent, theodolites are a natural alternative to the electric-powered total station. It can do this because intead of using computer driven measurements and calculations, the theodolite employs two discs, one on the vertical and one on the horizontal plane, that are manually rotated to set an angle. The surveyor then reads the angle using a tiny microscope attached to the side of the instrument.
Also, in the construction industry, if a contractor needs to square off a building or create a simple diagonal line, a theodolite can measure a 45- or 90-degree angle fairly easily, without the added complication of using a total station with a prism and a computer.
Cheves also said there are some surveyors who like the traditional feel of a theodolite, and use it because of some closely held beliefs. In the early 1900s, before electric total stations and GPS technologies were available, surveyors had to use either a theodolite or even a compass and chain to measure angles, distances and borders. Since this was the only technology available, and state governments had to create official land boundaries for businesses and citizens, measurements taken by surveyors using these instruments were made official in governmental logs. Some highly traditional thinkers in the surveying industry, Cheves said, believe that in order to arrive at these early official borders, one must use the same instruments they had available back then.
Total station technology has assisted surveyors in several ways. One, it has eliminated human error to a large extent. With a theodolite, the surveyor must peer through a tiny microscope to see the angle, and then write it down correctly in his log book. The total station records this data, which the surveyor simply downloads onto his computer when he returns to his office.
Second, the total station has completely eliminated the need to measure lines by hand. In the past, surveyors had to use chain to mark off lines, and then count the links to measure the distance with the most accuracy. Chains are unreliable because they can lose links in transit and they change shape in very hot or cold weather, and a surveyor's goal is to get a measurement down to within a few centimeters.
Third, the total station can be set up on a tripod, allowing for a one-man surveying crew. Surveyors are difficult to come by these days. Cheves said surveying used to be a learned trade. He's been surveying since 1963 and he does not have a college degree. Now, 23 states require a four-year degree and surveyors must sit for both a national and state examination before they can work in the field. Since this is the case, many states are losing surveyors as they retire. If a company only has six people on staff, now it can send out a one-man operation.
Theodolites still have a place in the surveying industry, where electricity is sparse or when one only needs to measure a simple angle, but since the 1970s they have been almost completely replaced by the electronic total station. Old-school surveyors still keep them around, but the elimination of so much error and additional work makes the total station and GPS technology extremely attractive to surveyors today.
You can find a wide variety of total stations and other surveyors' equipment at http://www.SouthernPhoto.com?pr=042507.
About SouthernPhoto.com:
Southern Photo Inc. is a supplier of surveying equipment. We also offer repair and maintenance at our full service repair shop specializing in Topcon service and repair. In addition to surveying equipment and supplies, SouthernPhoto.com also offers drafting supplies and furniture and art supplies. For more information, visit http://www.SouthernPhoto.com?pr=042507.
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Bancap Self Storage Group Announces Carl Touhey's 10 Year Anniversary
Bancap Self Storage Group, Inc., the "#1 Self Storage Broker in California," recently announced the 10 year anniversary of its Northern California office and the appointment of Carl E. Touhey to the firm in its 1997 expansion.
(PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Bancap Self Storage Group, Inc., the "#1 Self Storage Broker in California," recently announced the 10 year anniversary of its Northern California office and the appointment of Carl E. Touhey to the firm in its 1997 expansion.
"Carl has brokered more self storage properties in Northern California than anyone else," says Bancap Self Storage Group President, Dean Keller. "In fact, he's probably sold more properties than all other brokers combined over the past several years."
Touhey started his commercial real estate career in Arizona in the mid 1980's with a large real estate brokerage firm. In the early 1990's, after learning about the industry through his family's holdings, Touhey moved to Texas and purchased several self storage properties from the Resolution Trust Corporation in Texas, Florida and Arizona. Later settling in California with his family, Carl is now exclusively dedicated to the brokerage of self storage investments.
Carl has been an active leader in the Northern California Storage Operator's Network and the Texas Mini Storage Association. He has also been a regular speaker and discussion leader at many of the self storage industry's trade shows and conferences.
With his experience owning and operating several self storage properties and as one of the most successful brokers in the industry, Touhey's experience and insights enable him to provide knowledge and expertise most brokers do not have. "When an owner asks me to sell their property, they know they are working with someone who truly understands their business," says Touhey. "Each property is a combination of real estate investment and business enterprise, I understand them both."
During his tenure with Bancap, Touhey has brokered every imaginable type of self storage property. Transactions have ranged in size from single projects under $1 million to large portfolios in the tens of millions of dollars. He has successfully worked with every type of buyer and seller; including local individuals, regional chains, national companies and various Real Estate Investment Trusts.
As to the future of the Northern California self storage market, Touhey says "There are going to be some great opportunities in the coming months as many facilities in temporarily overbuilt areas come to market. With the large and diverse pool of potential buyers, investors need experienced self storage brokers more than ever to put together the best deals."
Bancap Self Storage Group congratulates Carl on his 10 years with the company and his leadership in the Northern California self storage market.
Bancap Self Storage Group is the "#1 Self Storage Broker in California" with over $750 million in completed self storage sales. Carl Touhey can be reached at (650) 368-2216. His email address is ctouhey(@)earthlink.net. For more information contact Bancap Self Storage Group at (949) 888-5355 or visit the company web site at www.bancapselfstorage.com
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Penetron Protects Drinking Water Supply for the City of Harrisonburg, VA
Penetron's proven crystalline waterproofing technology has been chosen to protect over 5 million gallons of precious drinking water for the City of Harrisonburg.
East Setauket, NY (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- When the City of Harrisonburg, Virginia was looking for the peace of mind that the new tanks they had commissioned to be built would provide many years service, their consulting engineers, Wiley & Wilson, Inc, specified the use of Penetron Admix.
Both the main 5 million gallon tank and the smaller 600,000 gallon tank were prestressed concrete tanks designed and built by The Crom Corporation. Penetron Admix was used in the in the construction of the walls and floors of the tanks.
In addition to providing the concrete with very low permeability characteristics, Penetron Admix provided the corrosion protection needed for the prestressed cables and rebar used in the tank construction.
Penetron's unique ability to grow crystals within the natural pores of the concrete locks out water and bridges hairline, plastic shrinkage cracks that tend to form during the concrete curing process. This feature gives these concrete tanks an active protection system to combat maintenance problems that typically cause leaks and ultimately other serious problems.
By adding Penetron Admix to their tanks, the City of Harrisonburg has taken proactive steps to ensuring many, many years of low cost maintenance and trouble free service.
"Penetron's crystalline waterproofing products are perfectly suited to applications such as these and many others in the water and wastewater industries," stated Christopher Chen, Director of North American Sales and Marketing for Penetron. "In addition to the total concrete protection our products provide against water intrusion, corrosion and freeze/thaw, Penetron products are also NSF 61 certified for use in drinking water applications. Our efforts to exceed such stringent standards underlines our commitment to providing products that are not only high performing but also health and environmentally responsible."
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Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. Names Richard Castillo the Winner of Its Highly Successful 'Bob: Before and After' Advertising Campaign
Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. (www.JeffKerber.com), Southern California's leading provider of swimming pool maintenance and remodeling, proudly announces the winner of its "Bob: Before and After" advertising campaign, which provides $5,000 toward a client's pool remodeling project. The winner, Richard Castillo of Chino Hills, California, was selected from an extensive drawing overseen by the public accounting firm of Licker & Ozurovich.
Montclair, CA (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. (www.JeffKerber.com), Southern California's leading provider of swimming pool maintenance and remodeling, proudly announces the winner of its "Bob: Before and After" advertising campaign, which provides $5,000 toward a client's pool remodeling project. The winner, Richard Castillo of Chino Hills, California, was selected from an extensive drawing overseen by the public accounting firm of Licker & Ozurovich.
"The Bob contest was a lot of fun for our homeowners as well as us. In the 'before' photos, many of our customers dressed in bathrobes, had their children look sad or just plain depressed ... until they experienced the joy of a pool makeover. Our winning 'Bob,' Richard Castillo, now has a beautiful pool to enjoy with his family. We are very happy to present him with a check for $5,000," said Jeff Kerber, President and CEO of Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. "It's an honor to be the new Bob. The entire staff at Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. has been extremely gracious, and this contest reflects their creativity and exceptional service. My new pool is now a beautiful source of craftsmanship and physical comfort. It will provide my family with years of leisure and backyard excitement," declared Richard Castillo.
About Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc.
Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. has been fully licensed since 1974. While most pool plastering companies only have a C-35 contractor's license, Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. has a C-53 contractor's license to satisfy all of your pool requirements and an additional C-8 classification which permits us to perform all concrete work regardless if there is a pool. We make your swimming pool and backyard look like new.
Contact:
Lewis Fein
Media Relations, Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc.
Telephone: 310-472-0520
E-mail: lewisafein @ aol.com
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Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. Expands Website with Extended Gallery of Images and Product Information
Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. (www.JeffKerber.com), Southern California's leading provider of swimming pool maintenance and remodeling, proudly announces the expansion of its website with over 1,500 images of product-related information and recently completed projects for both residential and commercial clients. For each button detailing the company's residential, commercial and consumer product services, there are several photographs that vividly illustrate the company's work.
Montclair, CA (PRWEB) April 27, 2007 -- Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. (www.JeffKerber.com), Southern California's leading provider of swimming pool maintenance and remodeling, proudly announces the expansion of its website with over 1,500 images of product-related information and recently completed projects for both residential and commercial clients. For each button detailing the company's residential, commercial and consumer product services, there are several photographs that vividly illustrate the company's work.
These photo galleries enable clients to better imagine the possibilities across several fields, including:
Pool plastering and surface materials in over 50 colors
Fiber optics and the use of laminar flow fountains, waterfalls, bubbler kits and other accessories
Pebble surfaces that simulate the natural appearance of a lake or stream with numerous color variations
Tile, stone, coping and other masonry products from major suppliers like Fujiwa, Master, Portobello, National, Noble and Pacific Clay
Decking solutions, from cement, pavers and natural stones to stains, hardeners and sealants
Equipment from top brands like Pentair, Hayward, Jandy, Clearwater and more
Fireplace, fire pits and pizza ovens that match the dimensions and style of your backyard
Patio furnishings such as fire/ice tables, umbrellas, chairs, lounges and stools
Island barbecues that match your lifestyle and entertainment needs
"These newly expanded images reflect the comprehensive range of products and services we offer. As an industry leader, we are a one-stop destination for consumers who want the best in pool remodeling and outdoor living. Our website is a natural - and dynamic - extension of this business philosophy," said Jeff Kerber, President and CEO of Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc.
Exceptional Service and Vivid Results
These pictures also provide consumers with numerous examples of the company's diverse range of unparalleled service and beautiful results. "These images confirm our reputation for detailed craftsmanship and industry expertise. These commodities are particularly rare in today's frenzied environment," stated Kerber.
About Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc.
Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. has been fully licensed since 1974. While most pool plastering companies only have a C-35 contractor's license, Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc. has a C-53 contractor's license to satisfy all of your pool requirements and an additional C-8 classification which permits us to perform all concrete work regardless if there is a pool. We make your swimming pool and backyard look like new.
Contact:
Lewis Fein
Media Relations, Jeff Kerber Pool Plastering, Inc.
Telephone: 310-472-0520
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Realty Executives International Drew Record Attendance at Real Estate Convention
Realty Executives International associates convened in Las Vegas last month for the annual international convention. More than 50 Realty Executives associates dedicated one day of the convention to building a new home for a needy family in Las Vegas as part of the company's charitable Homes from the Heart program.
PHOENIX (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- More Realty Executives International associates than ever before convened in Las Vegas last month for the annual international convention, making the 2007 meeting the company's largest gathering in its 42-year history.
This year's theme, 'Rebirth of an Empire,' told the story of the company's recommitment to celebrating the real estate associate as an entrepreneur. More than 1,100 sales associates and broker/owners attended the event representing at least seven countries in addition to the United States, including Canada, Mexico, France, Israel, Australia and Costa Rica.
"There are a lot of ways to measure the success of a convention such as this, but this year we were simply blown away with the amount of interest and active participation from our sales associates from across the globe," said Rich Rector, president and CEO of Realty Executives International. "We intend to continue the momentum throughout the year with the introduction of several innovative programs and support devices that are designed to positively affect the success of our associates."
The company was pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind health benefits package for its independent contractors, as well as debut free interactive web-based support, including training, presentations, promotions and more.
The international convention also featured a stimulating line-up of speakers to motivate attendees and offer insight regarding the evolving real estate business. Convention highlights included a motivational seminar with Dr. Shad Helmstetter, a top-selling author who has published 12 books and made more than 1,200 public appearances as an expert on goal setting and personal and professional growth. In addition, real estate technology guru Brad Inman, publisher of Inman News, discussed technology advances in residential real estate sales.
"Our entire convention is designed to enable our agents and franchisees to recharge and learn how they can better serve their customers," said Stephanie Gross, executive director of communication and professional development at Realty Executives International. "This year we took a look back at the company's 42-year-history as a way to learn from our past successes and ultimately use our roots to propel us forward in this ever-changing industry."
More than 50 Realty Executives associates dedicated one day of the convention to building a new home for a needy family in Las Vegas as part of the company's charitable Homes from the Heart program. Through this company-wide program, agents worked in conjunction with local Habitat for Humanity chapters to help fund and build homes for the less fortunate and have raised more than $1.5 million to-date for Habitat for Humanity.
Realty Executives International, Inc. is one of the fastest-growing real estate franchises in the United States, with more than 15,000 sales associates and over 800 franchises. The Phoenix-based, privately held company has offices in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Mexico, Costa Rica, France, Greece and Thailand. Publications like Entrepreneur, Success and Inc. magazines have recently ranked Realty Executives International as a leader in the real estate industry based on franchise growth, management stability and financial soundness. For additional company information visit www.realtyexecutives.com.
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Slide-Lok of Orlando Becomes First Slide-Lok Master Dealership in Sunshine State
Slide-Lok extends its reach in the garage cabinets and garage storage markets with addition of Slide-Lok of Orlando.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- Establishing Slide-Lok of Orlando is the latest progressive move for Arizona based Slide-Lok, long recognized as the North American leader in the booming market for garage storage and garage cabinets. Slide-Lok of Orlando will uphold Slide-Lok's long standing tradition of providing top quality products and unparalleled customer service that has set the standard in the garage and overall home organization business.
Slide-Lok looks forward to servicing the greater Orlando area under the guidance of Nick St. George, owner of Garage Design Works and current Slide-Lok garage storage and closet systems dealer. Orlando has been viewed as a top market for Slide-Lok considering the area's rapidly growing new home construction market and desirable climate that draws thousands of transplants per year.
St. George explains, "Becoming Slide-Lok's Master Dealer in Orlando is really going to drive our growth--Orlando and the surrounding areas have been expanding by leaps and bounds and because of Slide-Lok's commitment to dealer support, our company is better positioned than ever to take full advantage of this flourishing market."
Slide-Lok's president Brian Strayer stated, "Nick exemplifies all of the characteristics that we look for when we partner with new Master Dealers. He's hard working, knows his customer and shares our vision in developing a market as important as Orlando." Slide-Lok of Orlando joins the largest and most extensive garage cabinets and home storage dealer network in North America.
For more information on Slide-Lok garage cabinets, floor coating systems, and garage storage systems and their patented, innovative design advantages, contact Slide-Lok of Orlando at 407-447-8890 or www.Slide-LokofOrlando.com, or contact Slide-Lok directly at 800-835-1759 or visit them on the web at www.slide-lok.com.
About Slide-Lok:
Slide-Lok is an industry leader in the fast growing garage and overall home organization market with over 30 years experience in producing high quality, durable cabinetry and Slat-Wall storage systems. 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. Slide-Lok's garage floor coatings feature a 1 day install and are 4x stronger than epoxy; and Slide-Lok's closet line features dovetail construction, fast order to install time, and the quality and esthetics consumers have come to expect from Slide-Lok.
Slide-Lok's dealer network includes more than 150 dealers across the United States and Canada.
Contacts:
Slide-Lok of Orlando
Nick St. George, 407-447-8890
or
Slide-Lok Headquarters
Jason W. Jantzen, 800-835-1759
Media Contact:
Aric Zion, 602-318-6124
Zion & Zion
www.zionandzion.com
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Primary Capital Mortgage Introduces New Jumbo Mortgage Program: Jumbo Alt-A
New Jumbo Loan Program Features Higher Loan Amounts, Competitive Rates
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- Primary Capital Mortgage, the premier residential mortgage company, announced the establishment of its newest jumbo mortgage program, the Jumbo Alt-A. This new jumbo loan program offers an expanded loan amount of $6 million, making it an attractive option for those seeking the purchase of a second home or investment property. The program also has extended LTV options, offering borrowers the ability to make a smaller down payment than other jumbo loan programs offer.
Other features of this jumbo mortgage program include:
An interest-only option
Rate lock commitments of up to 180 days with a float down option
Mortgages for non-warrantable condos and for condo hotels
Competitive pricing with lower premiums
"We are pleased to be able to extend the scope of our services with this new jumbo loan program," said George Phelps, executive managing director of Primary Capital Mortgage. "We feel that the Jumbo Alt-A mortgage program gives borrowers looking for larger loan amounts, more options and better pricing than other programs that may be out there, all backed by Primary Capital's solid reputation as an industry leader."
Interested borrowers looking for super jumbo alt-a mortgage loans can visit Primary Capital's consumer site, www.mortgage-in-motion.com for more information on the Jumbo Alt-A program. Mortgage brokers will find additional details about this jumbo loan program at Primary Capital's broker portal, www.pcmexpress.com.
About the Company
Primary Capital Mortgage is a leading residential mortgage company headquartered in Atlanta. The company offers innovative products and services through three channels: wholesale lending, online mortgage program, and retail lending. Currently operating in 30 states, Primary Capital Mortgage closes over $1 billion in business annually. For more information, brokers are invited to visit www.pcmexpress.com and consumers can check out www.mortgage-in-motion.com.
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Tulsa Home Builder Responds to Energy Costs and Concerns with Energy Star Standards
PMC Homes, a Tulsa home-building company, has made a commitment to the community and the environment by following the Energy Star program guidelines in every home they build.
Tulsa, Okla. (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 - PMC Homes, a local home-building company, has raised the bar for Greater Tulsa homes. As the only Tulsa builder committed to Energy Star standards in every home they build, PMC Homes is committed to improving the community and the environment.
PMC Homes began building their Greater Tulsa homes to EPA Energy Star standards in November of 2006. Since then, they have committed themselves to protecting the environment while helping Tulsa homeowners save money with energy-efficient products and practices.
Thanks to the efforts of companies like PMC Homes, Energy Star households across the country saved $12 billion in utility costs in 2005 and decreased greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to the emissions from twenty-three million cars.
While the energy savings and environmental impact are impressive, altering construction practices to concur with Energy Star standards does not require dramatic sacrifices for homeowners. The costs of energy efficient appliances and construction pay for themselves within the first few years of living in an Energy Star home.
PMC Homes had been incorporating good energy practices into their work without even realizing it. "When we evaluated the program, we discovered that PMC was already meeting most of the Energy Star guidelines," said Shawn Linfoot, marketing director for PMC Homes. "It just made sense to go ahead and adopt these principles one-hundred percent."
Energy Star home builders:
- Install energy efficient, non-polluting lighting, appliances and HVAC systems
- Use tight construction, effective insulation and high performance windows
- Recycle, reuse and maintain construction materials to reduce waste
In addition to preserving the environment outside the home, the high standards required by Energy Star homes contribute to safer, more comfortable living environments for residents as well. Efficient, modern appliances and improved indoor air quality are just a few of the benefits Energy Star homeowners can expect.
The builders at PMC Homes are not alone in their quest for energy conservation through better building. As of today, thousands of homebuilders have joined with the EPA to construct over 500,000 Energy Star qualified homes, offering viable solutions to protect resources and reduce pollution for the next generation.
Visit PMC Homes today to see how they can raise the standard for the home of your dreams.
About PMC Homes
PMC Homes is Tulsa's premier homebuilder and has been building homeowner's dreams for twenty years. They are known for quality construction, service and warranties as well as many home design innovations. They pride themselves on excellent craftsmanship and close attention to the needs and desires of their customers.
Promotion for press release by Xeal Inc.
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Little Guys in Building Trade Have Chance to Speak Out
This is the place for anyone, big or little, to go to register a grievance against anyone big or little in the building trade. It's a resource to check out anybody big or little associated within the construction industry.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- This press release announces the April 2, 2007, launch of thecontractorsside.com, in the construction trades.
Since there is nowhere for a tradesman, whether contractor or anyone else, to complain about unsuitable clients or outcomes, thecontractorsside.com was created by Lee W. Dodson to provide a forum and a resource for trade.
While the site is directed at the state of California, it is suitable for any area in the United States. The site was created because the building trades have nowhere to go to check out clients, suppliers, other contractors. The Contractor's State Licensing Board falls under the purview of State Consumer Affairs. The courts hold a natural bias against the building trades. News services have traditionally aligned against builders, and nobody else cares about the problems faced by building tradespeople.
On this site, a trades person may, at a reasonable cost, give his or her account of problems encountered on a job, can easily and inexpensively check a client or a business to see if other tradespeople had a problem in their business dealings. The cost is $10, for which the user may post one complaint and may check one client, or the user may post two complaints, or the user may log on to check two clients.
This beats the heck out of the expense of going through the process of a credit or background check on a potential client and waiting for the process to clear.
Further, this site puts the name of the subject out of there for any user to see, and it can give advice on how to deal with a problem before it arises. The site can automatically generate either an e-mail or postcard notification-to the subject of the complaint, and it is designed to maintain the anonymity of the posting entity if so desired.
This site is the next logical step that can be taken to protect the thousands of honest contractors, tradespeople, or workers by exposing the presumed cheats. Let's face it, the consumer, whether honest or not, holds all the cards in the business. It's time the playing field levels out.
It has been said that sunshine is the best antiseptic. This person-to-person site is mounted to shed light on the little guy side of the construction business equation.
Finally, there's a sympathetic ear for someone who's been stiffed.
While thecontractorsside.com is not a dispute resolution service, it is a venue for getting the word out about iffy clients, suppliers, even legal entities who may be predisposed to taking the client's side.
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Leica Geosystems Reduces Dependency for Reference Station with Advanced IPAS PPP Post-Processing Software
IPAS PPP software determines high accuracy position and velocity data from a single Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver. It then uses Precise Point Positioning (PPP) technology to take advantage of precise satellite orbit and satellite clock corrections while post-processing the trajectory of the sensor flight mission.
Norcross, Ga., 28 March 2007) - Traditionally, building highly accurate image-based maps in remote areas is difficult and time consuming, particularly as reference station data, to coordinate aerial data, is frequently unavailable. In response, Leica Geosystems has developed IPAS PPP Post Processing Software, an innovative post-processing software package within the Inertial Position & Attitude System (IPAS) product family that reduces the need for reference station data.
IPAS PPP software determines high accuracy position and velocity data from a single Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver. It then uses Precise Point Positioning (PPP) technology to take advantage of precise satellite orbit and satellite clock corrections while post-processing the trajectory of the sensor flight mission.
Norcross, Ga., 28 March 2007) - Traditionally, building highly accurate image-based maps in remote areas is difficult and time consuming, particularly as reference station data, to coordinate aerial data, is frequently unavailable. In response, Leica Geosystems has developed IPAS PPP Post Processing Software, an innovative post-processing software package within the Inertial Position & Attitude System (IPAS) product family that reduces the need for reference station data.
George Southard, vice president, Digital Imaging at Leica Geosystems, said, "The addition of the PPP technology to the IPAS product makes IPAS the most versatile airborne positioning and attitude system available, allowing the acquisition of highly accurate imagery in areas never before possible. We at Leica Geosystems are very pleased to bring product to the industry at this time as the need for position-accurate imagery is growing so quickly."
Typical position accuracy from IPAS PPP is 15 centimeters horizontal and 20 centimeters in height. The IPAS PPP Post Processing Software can accept GPS data based on the industry standard, Receiver Independent Exchange Format (RINEX), which allows data input from a wide range of receivers.
The IPAS PPP Post Processing software works with Leica Geosystems Airborne Sensors, such as the Leica ADS40 Airborne Digital Sensor and the Leica ALS50-II Airborne Laser Scanner, and is also suitable for use with other systems.
Leica Geosystems - when it has to be right
Based in Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by 2,400 employees in 21 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is a publicly listed company, registered with the Swiss Stock Exchange (SWX).
IPAS Software
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
Jennifer Bumford
Marcom Coordinator for Geomatics
5051 Peachtree Corners Circle
Norcross, GA 30092
Phone +1 770 326 9536 (direct)
Fax +1 770 447 0710
www.leica-geosystems.us
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CalFinder Appoints Dean Dowd as CTO; Experienced Web Developer Recruited to Help Drive Rapid Expansion
CalFinder, a leading expert in the contractor referral industry, has appointed the company's first Chief Technology Officer to provide pivotal technical direction for continued advancements in the contractor referral market. East Bay-based CalFinder links Bay Area homeowners to prescreened qualified contractors through its reputable and reliable service.
El Sobrante, CA (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- CalFinder, a leading expert in the contractor referral industry, today announced that Dean Dowd has been appointed the company's first Chief Technology Officer. Bringing more than 10 years of experience, Dowd will provide pivotal technical direction for CalFinder's continued advancements in the contractor referral market. East Bay-based CalFinder links Bay Area homeowners to prescreened qualified contractors through its reputable and reliable service.
"As CalFinder continues to expand our services and develop ways to streamline and expedite the home improvement process, it's critical that we enlist a CTO to lead technology development initiatives and help position us at the top of search rankings," said Jason Polka, CalFinder Founder, President & CEO. "I am confident that with his breadth of knowledge and extensive hands-on experience, Dean can effectively provide the strong technical leadership we require as we rapidly scale our market leadership in this fast-growing industry." Dowd will have responsibility for content integration and management, data integration, development of an exclusive customer relationship management system, market research, strategic trend analysis, design and implementation of a template system, and web administration.
Dean Dowd commented, "I am delighted to have the opportunity to join CalFinder's excellent team. I look forward to working with people who care about their product, service and company. CalFinder has enormous potential, and I look forward to making significant contributions as CalFinder grows market share and launches the best products that the industry has to offer."
Before joining CalFinder, Dowd was Director of CMTM, a San Diego-based marketing company serving law firms and plastic surgeons. As a founding member, Dowd developed and implemented the strategy for all products to deliver qualified leads. Dowd has been the architect of hundreds of websites, many of which have been ranked in the top 3 search engine results in highly competitive verticals.
About CalFinder.com (www.CalFinder.com)
CalFinder, a free service connecting Bay Area homeowners to prescreened home improvement professionals, is dedicated to making the process of finding a high-quality, reliable contractor as simple as possible. Drawing on vast industry expertise and superb online capabilities, CalFinder adds the personal touch of skillfully matching homeowners with first-rate contractors. A CalFinder expert uses information gleaned from a personal interview with the homeowner to match the homeowner's needs with top-notch contractors whose qualifications match the homeowner's specific needs. CalFinder provides excellent design guidance throughout the process. The company follows up with each project to ensure complete customer satisfaction and to assure its referrals go only to contractors who provide high-quality work. Many contractor referral companies rely exclusively on automated electronic matching, which lacks the benefits derived from a personalized service.
For more information:
Andrea Sobel/CalFinder PR
Tel: 650/922-6000
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HOK New York to Design Seven Buildings in New Songdo City, Korea
Six multi-use towers and one hotel will frame Central Park.
New York, NY (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 26, 2007 -- The New York office of Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, Inc. ( HOK ), one of the world's leading architecture and urban design firms, is designing seven new buildings in Incheon, Korea. The six mixed-use towers and hotel will be part of New Songdo City, a $25 billion master-planned international business district developed by Gale International and POSCO E&C. Gale International is headquartered in New York with offices in Boston; Irvine, California; Seoul and New Songdo, South Korea.
Three of the mixed-use towers, located on the north side of New Songdo's Central Park (the city's main public park) are scheduled to begin construction in May 2007. The towers, which form a gateway to the northern residential neighborhood of the city, are intended to set an international high quality standard of living and design prototype. Taking full advantage of the southern exposure, the towers will become one of the prime residential addresses in the city, providing direct views of the park and beyond. The towers will accommodate housing, live-in work amenities and retail space. Sales of the 900 units are scheduled to begin in May 2007, with estimated completion of the project in 2009. Kenneth Drucker, Design Director at HOK New York, describes the sets of towers as "an incredible opportunity to define the northern edge of Central Park as the 'Fifth Avenue' of New Songdo City."
Located on the south side of Central Park, the Convention Center Hotel is already under construction and pursuing the goal of becoming the first LEED® certified hotel in Korea. The 25-story hotel tower will have a total of 23 occupied floors and a two-story rooftop mechanical area and roof screen. The hotel will contain 322 guestrooms, eight percent of which will be suites; as well as a presidential suite and executive lounge on the top floors. Typical hotel rooms will average 380 square feet and will each include a four fixture bathroom.
Hotel amenities will be located on the five lower levels, including two ballrooms, function rooms, a spa, gym facilities, a covered swimming pool, two restaurants and a lounge bar. The kitchens, food and beverage preparation and administration areas will be connected through a service corridor on each floor, and support services will be located on the two basement levels.
HOK's Convention Center Hotel is part of a group of buildings that will also include the Convention Center, a 65-story, mixed-use residential and office tower, the Northeast Asia Trade Tower, and a retail mall. The three buildings will be connected through a series of plazas and open landscaped areas, as well as a single below-grade parking structure spanning the entire area. The hotel is estimated for completion in 2009.
While Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates created the master plan for New Songdo City, HOK New York is acting as the Design Architect in designing over 3 million square feet in the six towers and hotel along Central Park, with ARUP handling the structural and curtainwall design; Dong-Il Architects acting as the Korean Associate Architect for residential work on the towers; and Baum Architects acting as the Associate Architects for the first hotel.
New Songdo City, being built on 1,500 acres of reclaimed land along the Yellow Sea, is positioned to become the hub of Northeast Asia. The largest private real estate development in history, New Songdo is located at the site of General MacArthur's 1950 landing. New Songdo will be larger than the city of Boston when completed and will include fifty million square feet of office space, thirty million square feet of residential space, ten million square feet of retail space, five million square feet of hotel space and ten million square feet of public space. Every conceivable cultural and recreational amenity will be available including a world class hospital, two international preparatory schools and a 100 acre Central Park with a world class aquarium and art museum.
About Gale International
Gale International is a premier, international real estate development and investment company. Gale International is dedicated to creating dynamic environments in which people thrive. Commitment to quality and integrity is its core principle.
About HOK
HOK is a global architectural firm that specializes in planning, design and delivery solutions for buildings and communities. Through its collaborative network of 25 offices worldwide, the firm serves diverse clients within the corporate, commercial, public and institutional markets. HOK is committed to developing resources and expertise to help lead the world toward sustainable communities and building environments. Founded in 1955, the firm's expertise includes architecture, engineering, interiors, plan¬ning, lighting, graphics, facilities planning and assessment, and construction services. For more information, visit www.hok.com.
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Ryland Homes Selects Marcel Media as Search Agency of Record
One of America's largest homebuilders, Ryland Homes, has chosen Marcel Media as its new search marketing agency of record.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- One of America's largest homebuilders, Ryland Homes, has chosen Marcel Media as its new search marketing agency of record.
Eric Elder, Ryland's Senior Vice President of Marketing, said, "Over seventy-five percent of all buyers use the Internet to search for a home. Marcel Media has a proven track record of helping its clients increase website visibility, traffic, and customer acquisition. We were extremely impressed with Marcel Media's innovative search engine marketing solutions."
Marcel Media's scope of work will include search engine marketing for a corporate branding campaign as well as local marketing campaigns in several top geographic regions. Marcel Media has managed the search marketing efforts for the local Chicago area Ryland Homes office since 2004.
"We're very much looking forward to working with Ryland," said Kelly Cutler, CEO of Marcel Media. Formed in 2003, Marcel Media has grown from a two-person agency to a small world-class strategic interactive advisory firm serving forward-thinking real estate, financial services, and healthcare clients. In addition to Ryland Homes, Marcel Media counts industry leaders Hub International, Rush University Medical Center, and Evanston Northwestern Healthcare among its clients.
About Marcel Media
Marcel Media is a strategic interactive advisory firm that specializes in search engine marketing, web development and custom web integration, social networking, and online marketing. Since 2003, Marcel Media has worked with clients such as Hub International and Rush University Medical Center to achieve their online marketing goals. Marcel Media produced the 2005 Chicago Search Report, a groundbreaking analysis of business owner search engine usage. Learn more: www.marcelmedia.com or call 312.255.8044.
About The Ryland Group
With headquarters in Southern California, Ryland is one of the nation's largest homebuilders and a leading mortgage-finance company. The company currently operates in 28 markets across the country and has built more than 265,000 homes and financed more than 225,000 mortgages since its founding in 1967. Ryland is a Fortune 500 company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "RYL."
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Aussie Wazza Revolutionises Online Recruitment
A groundbreaking new Australian-developed website, WWW.WAZZA.COM, is changing the face of online recruitment.
Brisbane, Australia (PRWEB) April 26, 2007 -- Unlike traditional online employment services, WAZZA.COM provides a portal for resumes rather than job advertisements.
With its fresh approach and world-first technology, WAZZA.COM is taking the stress out of employment through offering free resume placement for job seekers and free access for employers.
Co-founder David Aplin said WAZZA.COM's user-friendly online recruitment tools equally benefited job seekers and employers.
"Employers can search WAZZA.COM's resume database and request applications from only the job seekers that meet specified criteria," he said.
"This approach saves job seekers unnecessary time and energy in not having to apply for positions they have no chance of getting; while allowing employers to be proactive in their recruitment, rather than relying on traditional job boards and hoping for the best!"
World-first technology
WAZZA.COM offers world-first online resume services including video resumes, a "call/SMS me" web-activated telephone system that allows immediate contact between employers and job seekers, and a "pay-per-click" option for job seekers wanting to advertise their resumes on Google and other search engines.
Of course, this is in addition to WAZZA.COM's extensive database capacity, detailed search criteria, user-friendly resume wizard and commitment to maintaining job seeker privacy.
I'll have my WAZZA well done, please!
WAZZA.COM is the brainchild of an unlikely team of Brisbane businessmen. Heavy industry parts and services supplier David Aplin, builder Ian Rauber and website consultant Adam Remar developed the idea during a family barbecue.…and the rest, as they say, is (will be) history!
For a detailed background paper, visit http://www.wazza.com/about-us.html.
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Elevated Photography Company Aims High With National Expansion
HighPicture Systems -- an elevated photography firm specializing in real estate, commercial and event security imagery, among a host of other markets -- is currently expanding on a national level through independent business owners. As part of the growth, HighPicture Systems is opening independent, HighPicture Photography franchises in Portland and Seattle starting in May.
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- HighPicture Systems -- an elevated photography firm specializing in real estate, commercial and event security imagery, among a host of other markets -- is currently expanding on a national level through independent business owners. As part of the expansion, HighPicture Systems is opening independent, HighPicture Photography franchises in Portland and Seattle starting in May.
“The ‘ elevated photography ’ concept, and the HighPicture Photography system are just now hitting the U.S. marketplace,” said HighPicture Systems owner Miles Torres. “It's very exciting for those who are serious about launching a unique niche service in a wide, competition-free territory.”
According to the company, inquiries from interested entrepreneurs have come from across the country, including California, Oregon, Nevada, Arizona, Montana, Utah, Washington, Texas, Tennessee, New York, Maine, and Florida. HighPicture Systems has identified 114 regional U.S. markets that are ideal for independent owners.
Statistics seem to indicate that photography is a burgeoning industry, Torres said. According to the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), photography is a growth industry through 2014.
"HighPicture Systems provides an amazing opportunity for individuals to become small business owners in a totally unique, niche business that has almost no competition in the United States,” said Torres. “We love that we can help form a new industry that will thrive for years to come and will change the way real estate is presented."
Entrepreneurs who choose to become a part of the HighPicture team will receive plenty of support, Torres said. Among other things, new franchises are provided with marketing assistance, a database of prospects, on-site training, and on-going support.
Torres said real estate is just the beginning for many entrepreneurs.
“While market testing, we made customers of ad agencies, land developers, event organizers, wedding venues, sports venues, wineries, churches and more,” he said. To buy a franchise, contact HighPicture Systems through the Web site at www.highpicture.com. Investors are welcome.
About HighPicture Systems
Headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, HighPicture Systems provides elevated photography services for many industries including real estate, advertising and security, and offers HighPicture Photography as a business startup for interested parties. More information can be found at http://www.highpicture.com. For more information, contact HighPicture Systems at (208) 660-9097
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Biomass Gas & Electric Pioneers Renewable Energy Efforts In Georgia
Biomass Gas & Electric Company, LLC (BG&E), an Atlanta-based renewable energy company, has signed a pioneering power purchase agreement with Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company. BG&E will initially provide 25 megawatts (MW) of electricity produced in its environmentally friendly plant using advanced technology which converts a wide range of woody biomass and wood construction waste to electric power in an oxygen-free environment.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- Biomass Gas & Electric Company announces a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) recently signed with Georgia Power to provide the utility with electric power. A 25-megawatt renewable energy plant will be built next to a construction wood waste landfill in a suburb north of Atlanta.
The advanced technology BG&E is using follows a two-step process. First, biomass is superheated in an extremely low oxygen environment to produce a synthetic gas. Then this gas is used to produce steam to operate the power turbines in order to generate electricity. This highly efficient and extremely low-emission process offers a significant power production alternative that is both cost competitive and environmentally friendly.
The PPA between Georgia Power and BG&E is the result of a successful two-year collaborative effort between the two companies along with the assistance and guidance of the Georgia Public Service Commission and its staff.
"We must truly thank the commission, the commission staff and Georgia Power for the dedication and hard work that has led to this historic PPA. This PPA is the result of the newly approved and creative PPA process for renewable biomass electricity production. By using Georgia's significant biomass resources, many new jobs will be created in Georgia while providing an ultra clean additional source of energy for Georgia," said Glenn Farris, CEO of BG&E.
BG&E is a 6-year-old Atlanta-based company managed by some of the most experienced personnel in the country in biomass energy production. Key members of the BG&E team were directly responsible for setting up and running the first commercial scale advanced biomass gasification plant in the country.
For more information about Biomass Gas & Electric, LLC, see: www.biggreenenergy.com
For more information on Georgia Power Company see: http://georgiapower.com/
For more information on The Georgia Public Service Commission, see: http://www.psc.state.ga.us/
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Southern Waste Systems Wins Multi-year Contract With Broward County
Southern Waste Systems in Lantana, FL was awarded a contract exceeding $1.29 million to provide trash pick-up services for Broward County.
Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- Southern Waste Systems, a full service waste and recycling company today announced that it has been awarded a waste removal services contract with Broward County valued at more than $1.29 million.
A motion to award Lantana-based Southern Waste Systems the contract was passed April 24 by the Broward County Commission.
The three-year contract begins June 1 and is estimated in excess of $1.29 million. The contract is renewable for two one-year periods, bringing the total potential contract amount to more than $2.15 million.
"We fought long and hard in the bidding process," said Philip T. Medico Jr., Southern Waste System's Head of Governmental Affairs. "I want to especially thank the Broward County Commissioners for having the vision to see value in our services. Opening up competition in waste removal and recycling helps businesses harness costs, and its good for the environment."
The open-end contract includes trash pick-up services for all Broward County facilities that are not in a franchised area.
About Southern Waste Systems
Southern Waste Systems is a full service waste and recycling company with over 50 years experience in the solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling business. The company services Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Counties.
Sun Recycling, an affiliate construction and demolition debris company operates facilities in Pompano Beach, Dania Beach, West Palm Beach, Lantana, Deerfield Beach and Miami.
Our company recycles 80 percent of the construction and demolition debris we collect and process.
Contacts:
Southern Waste Systems
Philip T. Medico Jr., 561-582-6688
or
Media Logistics LLC
John T. Fakler, 954-984-0698
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De Young Properties to Offer Permanent Fire Escape Ladders in Brentwood Homes
Lifesaving escape device to be offered as an option for Central Valley residents
Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two-story homes, today announced that De Young Properties is one of the pioneering homebuilders in California to offer PEARL in newly-constructed and existing Brentwood homes. The PEARL permanent escape ladder is available for installation in the builder's three popular Brentwood communities located in Fresno and Clovis. De Young Properties will also offer PEARL to its existing homeowners for retrofit installation.
As one of the largest homebuilders in the region, De Young Properties has delivered advanced innovation, customer service and quality to more than 7,000 families in central California. In 2007, the company continues this legacy by adding PEARL to its home safety upgrade package as well as adding three new communities to its portfolio: Brentwood on the Green (northeast Fresno), Brentwood Ranch (northwest Fresno) and Brentwood Loma Vista (in Clovis). De Young Properties also offers alarm systems, fire resistant roof tiles and fully fenced yards as part of its home safety package, in addition to many other features.
"Our homeowners deserve superior protection in case of a residential emergency, including a safe way to escape from upstairs rooms," said Jerry De Young, president of De Young Properties. "Giving consumers the option to include PEARL is just one of the ways we're exceeding customer expectations."
According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 16,000 people were injured or killed by residential fires in 2005. Many of these casualties are the direct result of not being able to escape from upper-story bedrooms. Because PEARL can be permanently installed into the interior wall space below second and third-story windows, homebuilders like De Young Properties are closing this deadly gap in residential fire safety by including an "always there" means of escape.
De Young Properties joins a list of approximately 60 builders who are making home safety a priority by including PEARL in new home construction. According to a recent online survey, more than 80 percent of respondents "strongly agree" that homebuilders have a social responsibility to offer innovative home safety features - either as upgrade options or standard features (Source: Zoomerang on behalf of PEARL Protected, December 2006). De Young Properties is one of the only homebuilders in the state of California to fulfill this by offering comprehensive home safety packages that include the PEARL permanent escape ladder.
PEARL Protected CEO David Duley believes tapping into these consumer insights will not only help save lives, it can also help builders enhance their credibility and increase sales - despite the current housing market slump.
"Nearly 90 percent of our survey respondents said they are more likely to choose a builder with a reputation for making home safety a priority versus an equally qualified builder," said Duley. "This demonstrates a widespread consumer preference for homebuilders to elevate standards of safety."
Since its October 2005 debut, PEARL has become one of the most recognized home safety products in the marketplace. PEARL received the 2006 Product Innovation Award from the Home Safety Council as well as several other building product awards. PEARL has also been featured in two different episodes of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and has been showcased on NBC's "Today" and CBS's "The Early Show."
Current and prospective homeowners in the Central Valley Region of California can visit the Brentwood Model Home Center at Millbrook to see the installed PEARL permanent escape ladder. For more information about PEARL Protected, visit www.pearlprotected.com.
About PEARL Protected
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, PEARL Protected is redefining the standards of home and fire safety through its patented, breakthrough product - PEARL - a revolutionary Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder that can be quickly and easily deployed in the event of a residential fire or other home emergency. It is currently available through a variety of channels, including the nation's largest homebuilders and building supply dealers. PEARL can also be ordered directly through the PEARL Protected website (www.pearlprotected.com) or via phone at 800.374.5737.
About De Young Properties
Established in 1974 by Jerry and Paula De Young, De Young Properties has built over 7,000 of the area's finest homes. Brentwood homes, built by De Young Properties, is one of the largest homebuilders in the Fresno, Clovis and Madera region. With corporate offices in Fresno, De Young Properties strives to foster a team of top professionals dedicated to working together in harmony with the environment, ensure accountability and commitment to customer service, earn the trust of our community, and reflect the highest standards of quality craftsmanship and innovation in building technologies to meet the needs of the California lifestyle. More information about De Young Properties can be found at www.brentwoodhomes.com.
For more information, contact:
David Duley, Co-founder and CEO
PEARL Protected
800.519.1887
For media inquiries and product images, contact:
Charity J. Kassa
Bower Communications
678.637.7721
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Concrete Art in the Garden--The Concrete Network Launches a New Section on Concrete Statuary
From whimsical to classic, concrete statuary and garden accents are available in every form and genre imaginable. The Concrete Network's recently launched Concrete Statuary section explores the decorative options, designs, photos and more available to homeowners, landscapers, and designers.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information, has just launched a new Concrete Statuary section on its Web site. The section details design options, colors and finishes, tips for buying, how to care for pieces, and more on this popular new trend.
For centuries, landscapers have recognized the importance of balancing the lush floral beauty of a garden with statuary, fountains and other ornamentation that provide structure, contrast and decorative interest. Even though stone has long served that ornamental purpose, today there's growing interest in a concrete alternative that offers even greater aesthetic value at a fraction of the cost.
Statues, fountains, benches, pond blocks and a vast array of other decorative pieces made of cast stone are showing up in gardens everywhere in every form imaginable.
"Concrete is an ideal medium for creating themed gardenscapes," says Janice Lucioni of Secret Garden Statuary, Seattle.
Cast stone is a highly refined architectural precast concrete that can be manufactured to simulate nearly any type of natural cut stone including limestone, sandstone, granite, slate and travertine. It can be made from white or gray cement, and often mineral pigments or decorative aggregates are tossed into the mix to add color and variation.
For more inspiration, browse through The Concrete Network's Concrete Statuary section for examples of fountains and modular ponds, and tables, benches and containers.
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. In March 2007 The Concrete Network Web site had 997,745 visitors researching decorative concrete.
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 23 types of decorative concrete work and 200 metropolitan areas throughout North America.
Release image courtesy of Secret Garden Statuary. Attached photos courtesy of Campania International.
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MetoKote Announces New Appointments
MetoKote Corporation, Inc., the industry leader in protective coating applications, is pleased to announce the appointments of Joe Beatty to Vice President of North American General Purpose Business and Tim Schira to Vice President of Human Resources.
Lima, OH (PRWEB) April 25, 2007 -- MetoKote Corporation, Inc., the industry leader in protective coating applications, is pleased to announce the appointments of Joe Beatty to Vice President of North American General Purpose Business and Tim Schira to Vice President of Human Resources.
Mr. Beatty's responsibilities with MetoKote include directing the operations of all of MetoKote's General Purpose facilities in North America. This includes a total of 13 facilities located in the USA, Canada and Mexico. He brings to MetoKote a consistent track record of delivering bottom line results in a highly competitive environment.
Prior to joining MetoKote, Mr. Beatty was the Vice President of Coating Resins with Hexion Specialty Chemicals and its predecessor companies McWhorter Technologies, a division of Eastman Chemical and Resolution Specialty Materials. During his career, he has also served as Vice President of Sales with Betz Dearborn and its predecessor company WR Grace - Dearborn Division.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mr. Beatty earned his B.A. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania. He has also completed the Center for Creative Leadership Executive Development Program.
Mr. Schira's responsibilities with MetoKote involve providing leadership for the Human Resources function including recruitment, compensation, development, and employee relations strategies for all of MetoKote's global facilities. Mr. Schira brings a diverse background including strong international, HR Information Systems and performance enhancement experience to the MetoKote team.
Prior to joining MetoKote, Mr. Schira spent 33 years with Dana Corporation contributing to the organization's Human Resource function in a variety of Dana's divisions. Most recently he served as HR Director, North America at the corporate offices in Toledo.
He has served on the Advisory Boards of Owens Community College and the University of Indiana/Purdue at Fort Wayne, as well as held board positions for the United Way of Allen County Indiana, Boys & Girls Club of Fort Wayne and Indiana Manufacturers Association.
A native of Toledo, Ohio, Mr. Schira earned his B.S. in Management from St. Joseph's College in Rensselaer, Indiana and his MBA from Bowling Green State University. In addition, he maintains his Senior Professional in Human Resources certification from the Society of Human Resource Management and the Human Resource Certification Institute.
MetoKote Corporation, headquartered in Lima, Ohio, is the industry leader in protective coating applications, serving over 1,000 customers in 42 facilities throughout the United States and the world. MetoKote provides environmentally sound and cost-effective coating solutions to a wide variety of industries such as: agriculture, appliance, automotive, computer, construction equipment, electrical, furniture, industrial equipment, recreational, and truck and bus.
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April 23, 2007
Pioneer in Environmentally Friendly Glues Introduces Construction Industry's First Full Line of ‛Green' Adhesives with GREENchoice™ Launch
Titebond® adhesives manufacturer Franklin International unveils the new GREENchoice line, featuring solvent-free adhesives for every application on the construction site. Contractors can readily identify the new GREENchoice products, introduced with distinctive new packaging and logo that connote a healthy earth.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- The adhesives manufacturer that developed the first eco-friendly construction adhesive two decades ago now proudly introduces the construction industry's most complete line of solvent-free adhesives with the launch of its new GREENchoice brand.
The core GREENchoice line includes seven solvent-free adhesives and one eco-safe polyurethane-based formula. Together, GREENchoice construction adhesives can handle any bonding need on the construction site. In addition, the adhesives offer the same superior level of performance contractors expect in solvent-based formulas - minus the odor or risks to construction crews or the environment.
Franklin launches GREENchoice with a distinctive new packaging and logo that connote a healthy earth and enable contractors to readily identify the new green line. The logo incorporates a green leaf to signify that the GREENchoice product is in harmony with nature. The packaging is a soft moss green in color, in keeping with the green building motif and woodland hues. In addition, to ensure that the packaging -- not just the product itself -- honors the environment, the corrugated portion of the GREENchoice cartridge is constructed of post-consumer recycled material. Product will ship in the new packaging beginning in June.
Eight types of adhesives comprise the core GREENchoice line. Solvent-free adhesives include GREENchoice Heavy-Duty Construction, Projects & Repair, All-Weather Subfloor, Professional Drywall, Professional Cove Base, Professional Acoustical Sealant and Professional Radon Sealant. The GREENchoice line also includes eco-friendly Premium Polyurethane Construction Adhesive.
Most GREENchoice adhesives currently are available in professional-sized 29-ounce cartridges and also come in 10.5 ounce cartridges for smaller jobs. The new line follows Franklin's established color-coded system for easy identification of application types.
"Franklin launched the GREENchoice program to emphasize our own deep, ongoing commitment to offering products that are safe for the environment, for the crews who apply them and for the people who live or work in the buildings in which our products are used," said Franklin president Evan Williams. "We embraced our obligation to develop environmentally safe adhesives many years before the green movement took root. Today, we are pleased both to be able to offer the industry every type of green adhesive needed to get the job done well -- and safely -- and to help raise industry awareness of the merits of building green."
Franklin's long-standing focus on environmentally safe products goes beyond the GREENchoice line. In addition to its solvent-free construction adhesives, Franklin offers close to 60 types of eco-friendly, solvent-free or VOC-compliant Titebond construction adhesives, flooring and specialty adhesives, wood glues, and caulks and sealants, in diverse sizes.
"The breadth of Franklin's offering in solvent-free and VOC-compliant green products firmly establishes us as the long-time leader in adhesives for green building," said Nate Miles, vice president of Franklin's Construction Division. "You don't develop this remarkable product breadth overnight; it only evolves through a 20-year commitment to the environment and our customers."
As part of its commitment to raising industry awareness of green building and to helping its customers choose green alternatives, Franklin also has launched a dedicated GREENchoice Web site. In addition to providing information on Franklin's GREENchoice line and full range of environmentally friendly adhesives, caulks and sealants, the site is intended as an educational resource on green building for the construction industry.
To further support customers in the use of green products, Franklin also has established a dedicated, toll-free green help line. Customers can call 1-888-533-9043 for support in using all GREENchoice adhesives and green Titebond products.
A complete Media Kit is also available.
About Franklin International: Based in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin International was established in 1935 and today is among the largest privately held manufacturers of adhesives and sealants for commercial and industrial applications. Franklin integrates its core competency, emulsion polymerization, into a broad product offering, including glues, adhesives, hot melts, binders, films, sizing compounds and more. These products are distributed globally for use in construction, furniture manufacturing, millwork, paper converting, pressure-sensitive paper products and fiberglass reinforcement.
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Portable Climbing Walls Manufacturer to Attend the Largest Entertainment Trade Show on the Pacific Rim
Portable Climbing Walls Manufacturer, Extreme Engineering, will be attending the largest trade show for the entertainment industry in May 2007. Extreme Engineering will be debuting its newest Mobile Climbing Wall, the Mobile 2 Climber, and promoting its patented Spider Zone climbing system.
New Castle, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- Extreme Engineering is the industry leader as a manufacturer of Portable Climbing Walls, Rock Climbing Walls and adventure products. This year Extreme Engineering will be attending Australian Amusement Leisure and Recreation Association, the largest tradeshow on the Pacific Rim for entertainment products, taking place May 13 to May 16, 2007, in Queensland, Australia. Extreme Engineering will be debuting its newest Mobile Climbing Wall, the Mobile 2 Climber, and promoting its patented Spider Zone climbing system.
The Australian Amusement Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) tradeshow focuses on party rental companies, large amusement centers and family entertainment centers. AALARA is the peak national body representing the amusement, leisure and recreation industry. AALARA has particular responsibilities in the areas of safety, operations and management within these industries. AALARA was formed in 1994; it has grown to provide a united industry voice and establish standards of excellence and professionalism within the amusement, leisure and recreation industry. This year's AALARA tradeshow will be located on the famous Gold Coast of Australia in the city of Surfer's Paradise. This year will be Extreme Engineering's first appearance at the AALARA tradeshow.
Extreme Engineering has over eleven years of experience in manufacturing the highest quality of Mobile Climbing Walls, Rock Climbing Walls, jumper systems, auto-belays, combo units, climbing harnesses and other exciting adventure products. The organization's commitment to reaching the far corners of the globe has translated o Extreme Engineering being globally recognized as the primary supplier in portable climbing walls and extreme, interactive fun. The full time stuff of qualified engineers at Extreme Engineering ensure that each product is designed and tested to be fun, safe and easy to operate.
At the 2007 AALARA tradeshow, Extreme Engineering will be debuting its very popular and new mobile climbing wall, the Mobile 2 Climber, as well as promoting its Spider Zone Children's Climbing Wall. Both the Mobile 2 Climber and the Spider Zone are Extreme Engineering's own patented designs.
The Mobile 2 Climber is a patented semi-round wall design which maximizes the climbing surface area while minimizing the foot print for operation. This lightweight product produces high profit with short cycle times. The Mobile 2 Climber can fit almost anywhere, and, like all of Extreme Engineering's Mobile Climbing Walls, it comes fully equipped with a trailer that works indoors and outdoors. Extreme's mobile walls are perfect for promotions, advertising, corporate events, colleges and universities, fairs, festivals, entertainment centers, fitness centers and anywhere a Climbing Wall can be operated.
Extreme Engineering's Spider Zone consists of five interwoven, vibrant rubber layers. Each respective layer presents absolute independence for children to investigate, crawl and climb, and allows children to explore and have fun in a safe and exhilarating environment. Extreme Engineering's Spider Zones are designed from the maximum quality materials obtainable, and are made to withstand the harshest circumstances. Extreme Engineering's Spider Zone only requires one operator, can switch users easily, and without a hassle because safety gear is not necessary. The Spider Zone is fast and easy to set up, no training is necessary, and maintenance costs are very low. The Spider Zone is perfect for any children's event including parks, state fairs, festivals, aquariums, malls, camps, water parks, zoos, and family entertainment centers and theme parks.
To book or find out more about the Mobile 2 Climber, the Spider Zone, Portable Climbing Walls, Mobile Rock Climbing Walls, or other adventure products, contact Extreme Engineering at 916.663.1560, or visit the official website at www.ExtremeEngineering.com. You can also submit your queries on their "Contact Us" page.
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BuildDirect Launches Green Building Products Page For Earth Day and Beyond
As of Earth Day, BuildDirect, the world's leading online wholesaler of building supplies, has launched a green building products page to help customers make more environmentally sound choices when purchasing building products. The new green building products page will include links to relevant information about environmentally conscious products that BuildDirect offers.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- As of Earth Day, BuildDirect, the world's leading online wholesaler of building supplies, has launched a green building products page to help customers make more environmentally sound choices when purchasing building products. The new green building products page will include links to relevant information about environmentally conscious products that BuildDirect offers.
"With the increased demand for environmentally-friendly building products, We felt it would be helpful to outline some of the benefits of our products that are considered to be the most environmentally responsible, including bamboo flooring, cork flooring, and coco palm flooring" said Rob Banks, executive-vice president, sales for BuildDirect.
The new green building products page, at http://www.builddirect.com/greenbuilding.aspx will provide information about the green building products on offer from BuildDirect for everyone from the experienced, environmentally-conscious consumer, to those with little knowledge of environmentally-friendly products. The goal is to provide their customers with the information necessary to make informed buying decisions.
"A lot of consumers may be interested in purchasing green building products, but do not know where to begin," said Rob Banks. "We hope our new green building products page will lead them to the right ones."
One of BuildDirect's top selling flooring products is their exclusive Yanchi Line of bamboo flooring. Yanchi bamboo floors comply with the stringent European E1 Standard for safe levels of Formaldehyde emissions. The E1 standards are stricter than the California standards, which are the strictest in North America.
In addition to Yanchi bamboo flooring the new green building products web page also features coco palm flooring, a brand new environmentally friendly flooring alternative from BuildDirect. Coco palm flooring is made from reclaimed wood from plantations that would have previously been discarded as a waste product.
The new resource site will also include a variety of other green building products, as well as explanations as to what makes these products a better choice for the environment.
Visit http://www.builddirect.com for more information or call 1-877-631-2845.
About BuildDirect
BuildDirect is the world's leading online wholesaler of building materials. Since its start in 1999, the company has established a reputation for offering quality building supplies at the lowest pricing possible. BuildDirect currently operates in 60 countries on six continents. They have developed the single most cost effective distribution channel in the building products industry for products such as flooring, roofing, decking, siding and countertops.
BuildDirect: Costs Less. Same Quality. End of Story.
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e-Builder to Host Webinar on the Benefits of Project Specific Websites to Manage Construction Project Delivery
Industry experts from the capital development industry will discuss the highly complex, fast paced and dynamic nature of the construction process, and how technology is helping address the increased demands on all parties key to the building process and the communication problems plaguing the industry.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- e-Builder, a leading provider of web-based Construction Project Management and Collaboration Software today announced a series of educational webinars focused on the use of emerging technologies to improve the delivery of capital projects. The series kicks off May 1, 2007 with the Use of Project Specific Websites to Manage Construction Project Delivery webcast, at 12:00 noon EST. Registration is free and is available online at https://www.gotomeeting.com/register/932744367. This educational series will be presented by Robert Cox, Ph.D., Department Head and Professor of Building Construction Management at Purdue University.
Dr. Cox has taught construction management courses in estimating, cost analysis, planning and scheduling, productivity improvement, and construction project simulation in his previous positions as Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs for the M. E. Rinker, Sr. School of Building Construction at the University of Florida, and as an instructor at Virginia Tech.
Because of the highly complex, fast paced and dynamic nature of the construction process, increased demands on all parties key to the building process place construction at a critical point in addressing the communication problems plaguing the industry. One way to address this situation is via a Project Specific Web Site. Attendees will learn about the latest technologies used to establish PSWS, and how these help users leverage the power of the Internet to efficiently obtain critical project information to make effective decisions.
Dr. Cox will be joined by a distinguished panel representing different industry disciplines, including:
Mark Bridgers, Consultant, FMI Management Consulting and Investment Banking (www.fminet.com)
Robert (Robb) J. Gries, P.E., CCM, PMP, Chair of PMI's Design-Procurement-Construction SIG (www.pmi.org)
Thomas (Tom) Minnich, Director, Prime Capital Services Ltd. (www.prime-eng.com)
Joe Mastrocinque, P.E., Jacobs Engineering (www.jacobs.com)
Dan Calia, Product Manager, e-Builder.
About e-Builder™
e-Builder is a leading provider of capital project management and collaboration software. The company's flagship product, e-Builder Enterprise, provides owners of large capital development projects with visibility into key performance indicators across their entire portfolio to ensure timely, on-budget project completion. e-Builder combines cutting edge technology and industry knowledge to provide thousands of owners, architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers with solutions that enhance development and construction processes. The company is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. For more information, visit www.e-Builder.net
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Solar Innovations Presents Classic English Charm with American Innovation
Modern homeowners are shifting gears and welcoming new-aged conservatory additions. What was considered an Olde English venue is now taking modern day design by storm. The conservatory originated during the Victorian era in England and is now becoming the trendiest addition to any modern-day home. Whether the goal of the conservatory is to take the customer back to Victorian England or to welcome the twenty-first century, Solar Innovations can fulfill any demand.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- Modern homeowners are shifting gears and welcoming new-aged conservatory additions. What was considered an Olde English venue is now taking modern day design by storm. The conservatory originated during the Victorian era in England and is now becoming the trendiest addition to any modern-day home. "Whether the goal of the conservatory is to take the customer back to Victorian England or to welcome the twenty-first century, Solar Innovations can fulfill any demand."
Solar Innovations' conservatories offer style and decorative elements while meeting the required building codes in your neighborhood. Visit Solar Innovations' conservatory webpage at http://www.solarinnovations.com/residential/conservatories/; this outlines the basic conservatory options available and provides design options and decorative accessories to convert any conventional enclosure into the perfect conservatory addition to any home. Within Solar Innovations' Website, reference the conservatory photos to see the transition from traditional styles to modern elegances.
Solar Innovations' conservatories are available in standard, modified standard, and custom options are available, leaving the customer's options endless. This helps Solar Innovations assist clientele complete a perfect addition of any style. Customers not only have the option to completely customize the conservatory structure itself, but to also pick and choose the decorative accessories used to compliment the addition. Visiting Solar Innovations' custom conservatories webpage at http://www.solarinnovations.com/residential/conservatories/custom-conservatories.asp gives a brief description of a complete customized conservatory and is linked to the accessories available to complete your conservatory, including, doors, windows, heating, ventilation, shading, and decorative elements.
The decorative elements, in combination with the beauty and elegance of a Solar Innovations conservatory, can create the focal point of any home. Decorative element options are available to view at any of the above links or through the standard conservatories page http://www.solarinnovations.com/residential/conservatories/standard-conservatories.asp. Solar Innovations offers a complete line decorative elements including, ridge cresting, finials, transom grids, trims, gutters, panels, and more.
Bringing the old into the new, people want classic touches with modern advances and elegance. Conservatories, once considered old fashioned are reappearing with a boom. Accepted not only in traditional styles, homeowners can convert common shapes and colors into modern home additions with fashion. Conservatories are becoming one of, if not the, trendiest additions to any home. To learn more about conservatories, visit Solar Innovations at http://www.solarinnovations.com/residential/conservatories/. Flip through the photo gallery, reference the literature, or call Solar Innovations at (800) 618-0669 to speak to a representative to answer any and all questions and learn about advances in glazed structures.
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AmericanBuilderSurplus.com Joins GA Industrial Materials Exchange and Building Material Reuse Association in Efforts to Help Conserve Natural Resources
AmericanBuilderSurplus.com facilitates the reuse of building materials in order to protect the environment and to save natural resources. They joined their efforts with Building Materials Reuse Association and Georgia Department of Natural Resources / Georgia Industrial Materials Exchange. The AmericanBuildersSurplus.com company goal is to develop an industrial ecology for manufactured materials so that one venture's surpluses can be used by other enterprises. As a result, the reuse of unwanted materials will save energy, conserve extractive resources, reduce disposal costs, and save landfill space.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- American Builder Surplus has joined Building Materials Reuse Association and Georgia Department of Natural Resources / Georgia Industrial Materials Exchange. Their goal is to develop a community for construction and construction related businesses to trade overstock, surplus or salvage materials and to give such materials a "second life".
The amount of perfectly usable materials which companies are disposing of every day is staggering. Overstocks, surpluses, miss-measurements, insurance claims and more end up in the landfill because they have become more expensive to handle than to dispose of. By doing so, we generate more and more waste. The natural resources are not unlimited, we can produce only so much marble and cut only so many trees. Public and private organizations around the world are waking up to the problem of overflowing landfills and finite natural resources, however, up to this time, there have been very few initiatives to deal with these issues in a practical manner.
AmericanBuilderSurplus.com addresses these problems in a way that not only provides the construction industry with economic incentives but also helps environmentally conscious organizations as well. They are offering a solution - rather than having to spend money getting rid of building materials they no longer need, companies can now make money and help the environment and recycle at the same time. Additionally, companies may benefit from incentives set up by federal and local governments to encourage use of recycled or salvaged materials.
AmericanBuilderSurplus.com website is designed for today's construction industry, it employs established industry standards to describe the product, making it easier to mark and find. The website provides world-wide exposure for environmentally sentient companies along with secure methods of payment for products and freight.
AmericanBuilderSurplus.com company is looking for more ways to be involved in the activities that help enrich peoples lives and preserve the environment for future generations to come. They are open to working with other organizations to join efforts to achieve these goals.
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NoMA BID in Washington, D.C. Names Elizabeth Price President
The NoMA Business Improvement District (BID) has appointed Elizabeth Price to be its first President. Ms. Price will oversee all operations of the BID, which was approved by the District of Columbia Council last month.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- The NoMA Business Improvement District (BID) has appointed Elizabeth Price to be its first President. Ms. Price will oversee all operations of the BID, which was approved by the District of Columbia Council last month. Through a special assessment collected from NoMA's commercial property owners, the BID will help make NoMA safe, clean, and attractive for businesses, residents, and visitors.
Ms. Price comes to the NoMA BID from the Anacostia Waterfront Corporation (AWC), where she served as Vice President and successfully led the national developer competition for a two million square foot billion-dollar mixed-use waterfront redevelopment. Prior to joining the AWC as a founding member, she served as a Project Manager in the office of Washington's Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development; a development manager for the National Capital Revitalization Corporation; and a Special Assistant to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Housing Investments at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The NoMA BID's new President holds a Master's degree from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University. She earned her B.A. degree with highest honors at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
"Ms. Price brings expertise in managing large-scale public/private development projects, a deep understanding of the public sector, and a reputation for working collaboratively with local communities," said Bruce Baschuk of J Street Development, Chairman of the NoMA BID Board. "She will be a tremendous asset as we move forward with development of an all-new, 24/7 mixed-use neighborhood just north of the Capitol." Private developers are expected to invest over a billion dollars in NoMA this year alone, following the Federal government's decision to locate the new ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms) headquarters in the heart of NoMA.
"This is a very exciting opportunity to help shape the future of one of DC's up-and-coming neighborhoods," said Ms. Price. "I look forward to working with the NoMA BID Board and members, the Mayor's office, public agencies, the D.C. Council, and local communities to create a truly unique, vibrant neighborhood in the heart of Washington."
The NoMA BID is bounded generally by Massachusetts Avenue on the south, North Capitol Street on the west, and Q and R Streets on the north; it also extends eastward just beyond the CSX/Metrorail tracks. Centrally located within the BID is the New York Avenue Metro Station, situated near the new ATF headquarters building. The BID's office is at One NoMa Station, 131 M Street, N.E. For more information about the BID, including a map, see the BID Website at www.nomabid.com.
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Power PR Generates Leads, Sales and Expansion With Unique Business-to-Business Marketing Technique
Power PR uses marketing publicity, a hybrid of marketing and PR, which is proving to be the most effective form of business to business marketing today by producing leads, sales and record-setting expansion for clients.
(PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- Most companies today are pursuing some sort of business-to-business marketing endeavor, probably one of the usual stand-bys such as advertising, direct mail or trade shows.
Some are even dabbling in new techniques such as optimizing the company web site. However, if you were to take an informal survey of key executives across a broad spectrum of industries, as Power PR has done, you would also find that most feel these techniques are a) too costly and b) not providing very many qualified leads.
Fortunately, one marketing technique that is proving successful in lead generation is a hybrid of marketing and PR called marketing publicity. Although hardly a secret on the marketing scene, this approach is often considered only after the "usual suspects" listed above. Whether this is the result of ignorance or worse, laziness, it only takes a good hard look at the bottom line to see that marketing publicity works where many other techniques fail.
Marketing publicity involves promoting a product or service through the mass media. By writing feature articles, customer testimonials, and new product releases and getting it placed as editorial in consumer or trade publications (online and print), Power PR can generate a large quantity of published articles over time to build brand awareness and generate a large quantity of superior leads.
The power behind marketing publicity is in its objective, third party endorsement. First, these articles are often laden with positive customer testimonials. Second, the fact that the publication has published the article as editorial is also a form of third party endorsement. These factors add up to a level of credibility that is difficult to achieve with other business to business marketing techniques.
"The ultimate goal is to drive in qualified leads that can be turned into sales," says John W. Elliott, CEO of Power PR, a business to business marketing public relations firm. "With an abundance of qualified leads, your sales increase, even if your margins are rather large. With enough sales, at hefty margins, your profits increase. When you expand consistently, month after month, you have plenty of money for things you need. You have money for people you need. Problems go away."
According to Elliott, marketing publicity will not only generate a volume of leads, but also improve the quality of lead. These leads are often superior because after reading an article prospects typically are more educated about a product on first contact with sales staff; view the information as much more credible, and are more willing to accept the company as a legitimate player in the market.
"With this business to business marketing technique you can communicate to potentially millions of prospects at an extremely low overall cost per prospect," adds Elliott. "With a large quantity of published articles generated and repeated over time, you can build a mass awareness for your product and a large quantity of superior leads will result."
For more info contact:
Power PR
John W. Elliott
www.powerpr.com
Phone: 800-757-3715
FAX: 800-504-9983
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Iteration2 Accepts Invitation to Exclusive Microsoft Dynamics Industry Solutions Program
Microsoft deepens investments in best-of-class industry solutions with inclusion of field services for Microsoft Dynamics AX.
Irvine, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2007 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), award winning provider of enterprise-wide business solutions, announced today they have deepened their commitment to Microsoft by accepting an invitation to join the recently announced Microsoft Dynamics Industry Solutions (MDIS) program. Microsoft is heavily investing in MDIS in support of their ongoing strategy of offering industry-relevant solutions in manufacturing, distribution, retail, services and the public sector.
As a member of the successful Microsoft Industry Builder Initiative, Iteration2 is experienced in working closely with the Microsoft Dynamics teams. With MDIS, they will continue development momentum on their Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX solution and align the tightly integrated solution with future Microsoft Dynamics releases and service packs. The program will give customers the confidence to enhance their investment in Microsoft Dynamics by offering an extended range of highly integrated industry modules certified uniquely for the industry specific solution.
"Iteration2 has been a proud member of Microsoft's Industry Builder Initiative since inception and with all the quality solutions, we are flattered be the one selected to be in MDIS and moving towards being a Microsoft product that can be used by all Microsoft Dynamics AX customers around the world. The formation of a program that extends the success for customers truly demonstrates the versatility and strength of Microsoft Dynamics solutions," says Mike Gillis, President of Iteration2. "We anticipate that the MDIS program will confirm Microsoft's passion towards offering tier one industry solutions to customers worldwide and we look forward to continue delivering on that promise, extending our powerful Field Service solution to Microsoft Dynamics AX customers worldwide!"
About Iteration2
Iteration2 provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience that is more attractive and 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 and leading provider of Microsoft Dynamics AX, Dynamics CRM, Dynamics SL, Business Intelligence (BI), SharePoint, and Field Services. Microsoft Dynamics is a line of financial, customer relationship and supply chain management solutions that help businesses work more effectively.
Iteration2 is the first ever back to back U.S. MBS Partner of the Year for 2005 and 2006. Iteration2's industry focus, enterprise software domain experience, and exceptional capabilities with Dynamics and Microsoft platform and 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:
Craig Burbidge
VP, Marketing
Iteration2
(949) 789-1020
Craig.Burbidge @ iteration2.com
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Metro Atlanta Fence Installation Company Named 2006 Angie's List Super Service Award® Recipient
First Fence of Georgia receives award; gives advice on how to hire a reliable and affordable fence installation company.
Kennesaw, GA (PRWEB) April 22, 2007 - First Fence of Georgia (1stfence.com) has been selected as a 2006 Angie's List Super Service Award® Recipient. The award is given annually to companies that achieved and maintained a superior service rating on Angie's List (angieslist.com) throughout the year. There are more than 283,000 companies that have been put on Angie's List by consumers, and fewer than 5 percent of these companies are eligible for the recognition.
Angie's List is where consumers share their ratings and reviews on the local companies they hire. Members of Angie's List also check the list's more than 270 categories for highly rated companies before they hire. Company ratings are based strictly on feedback from members of Angie's List. Companies cannot pay to be on the list, nor can they put themselves on the list. Angie's List currently has more than 500,000 members in 124 major cities across the U.S.
"We are honored to receive this award because it is the direct result of the superior service we provide for our customers," says J.C. Ordono, president of First Fence of Georgia. "Choosing the right company to install your fence is an important decision. You are making a substantial investment in your home or business property. The company you choose should provide you with fencing that meets your requirements for attractive appearance, safety, and structural integrity."
When you are ready to embark on a home or business fence project, finding the right fence installation company and/or materials may seem like a daunting task. First Fence of Georgia (1stfence.com), a leading fence company located in metro Atlanta, has put their expertise to work in the development of the following seven tips for a successful fence installation.
1. Do your research. Finding the right provider is not as simple as opening up a phone directory. Research the internet using search engines such as Google, Yahoo or MSN. Angie's List (angieslist.com) is a great resource for finding service providers because all the ratings are provided by actual users of the company's services. Whether you have internet access or not, ask friends or colleagues for recommendations.
2. Narrow your search down to two or three companies. A good fencing provider will not provide you with an exact estimate by phone, but should come to your property and then provide you with an estimate. The estimator is your first view into the company. They should be knowledgeable, reliable, prompt, and courteous.
3. Use a local provider. If you have a problem with your installation and the company is based in another state, you may not be able to drive to their office (or have a decision maker drive to your property) to come to a resolution. On the positive side, a visit to their headquarters will give you an idea of how they do business and could possibly foreshadow how your installation will turn out. If they run a clean, tight ship, chances are your project will be run the same way.
4. Use a company that's been in business for at least two years. Even if the company is young, find out who the principals are and how long they've been in the fencing business. You will most likely receive a better product, better installation, and sometimes, a better warranty from a company that's staffed by highly trained, seasoned fence installation professionals.
5. Hire a specialist. Higher quality fencing is produced by a company that only provides fences and fence products, as opposed to a home improvement generalist.
6. Check professional affiliations to see if the company is a member in good standing of associations like the local Better Business Bureau, a home builders association, and/or the American Fence Association.
7. After all this, if you decide that you would rather do the work yourself, gather all the knowledge you possibly can before you embark on the project. Ask the companies you interviewed where they get their materials or if they provide materials for do-it-yourselfers. If they do, chances are they will sell you the same materials they use for installations.
About the Leading Fence Installation Company
Located just north of metro Atlanta in Kennesaw, Georgia, First Fence of Georgia is a leading fence company specializing in wood, vinyl, chain link, and decorative metal fencing along with security gates, gate operators, trellises and arbors. The company offers a wide variety of residential and commercial fencing installation services along with fencing materials for wholesale and to "do-it-yourself" customers. The company is also the recipient of a 2006 Super Service Award from Angie's List for achieving and maintaining a Superior service rating throughout the year. For more information, contact First Fence of Georgia at 770-422-9996 or visit 1stfence.com.
For more information about Angie's List, please contact Kevin Gray at 317-808-3349.
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Designed for Excellence: ScaffoldMart Introduces Industry's Best-Built Walkboard
ScaffoldMart, your one-stop shop for quality scaffolding and walkboards, has introduced its Extreme Duty Walkboard (http://www.scaffoldmart.com/scaffolding.html)
(PRWEB) April 22, 2007 -- The adage is true: good things come to those who wait. Luckily, customers looking for America's best-built scaffolding won't have to wait another minute to discover the best-designed walkboard in the business. After more than a year of design and engineering, ScaffoldMart has introduced its Extreme Duty Walk Board - an overbuilt alum/ply board that proves that great scaffolding is as much art as science.
The 30-pound walkboard was on the design table for over a year. Why did the process take so long? Because ScaffoldMart was scouting the best the industry had to offer and improving weaknesses to create a truly superior walkboard. True, the no-cutting-corners approach cost more, but ScaffoldMart is able to sell for less using its totally direct method. This walkboard will withstand severe abuse and is built to last a lifetime. Featuring 6061 T6 alloy, the Extreme Duty scaffolding walkboard was designed with safety and ease of use in mind. It features the industry's largest and most rugged scaffolding hook shoulder, reinforced ribs, extra-large bolts, nuts, and screws, and a simple custom wind latch that won't break like the competition.
The Extreme Duty walkboard's aluminum edging and deluxe waterproof glue aren't just window dressing; they're functional additions designed to help ScaffoldMart's ½ inch thick plywood walkboard last forever. Plywood can be replaced in under ten minutes with the simple removal of three screws, and the 7 foot by 19.25 alum/ply scaffold was built to drop without dents, bends or breakage. In the unlikely case of breakage, replacement of any item can be accomplished in seconds. And sticklers for safety can rest easy -- in addition to its stable craftsmanship, the walk board was subjected to rigorous load-testing by Stork Materials Technology, a third-party laboratory, before being put on the market.
It's America's best walkboard -- and America's best scaffolding deal at as low as $66 for volume sales (including free delivery anywhere in the USA). How can ScaffoldMart offer great design AND rock-bottom pricing? It's simple: by cutting out the middleman, the dealer mark-up, and the sales tax (outside of North Carolina). It took more than a year to design -- but it can take just minutes to purchase at the lowest pricing in the business. Just visit www.scaffoldmart.com or call 866-900-0983.
About ScaffoldMart
The Extreme Duty walkboard is just one of the many quality scaffolding and accessories offered by ScaffoldMart, your one-stop shop for high quality scaffolding at the industry's best values. ScaffoldMart guarantees the best pricing in the business -- and specializes in helping new customers understand scaffolding and buy smart. Designed with the realities of heavy-duty construction in mind and priced to sell, our scaffolding has earned their reputation as the best in the business. And so has our no-nonsense, hassle-free and direct approach to sales. Find out more about America's best scaffolding at www.Scaffoldmart.com or speak with a ScaffoldMart scaffolding specialist at 866-900-0983.
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April 2007 is World Landscape Architecture Month
The Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) is proud to announce that April 2007 is the first ever World Landscape Architecture Month. During this month landscape architects will celebrate landscape architecture and its contributions to creating sustainable landscapes and improving public quality of life. Special events such as public lectures or exhibits on sustainable design, publicizing projects such as green roofs, and career days or programs at local schools will be held in the United States, Canada and New Zealand.
Ottawa, ON (PRWEB) April 22, 2007 -- The Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) is proud to announce World Landscape Architecture Month.
In conjunction with the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), CSLA is proud to announce the first World Landscape Architecture month.
Under the broad theme of Sustainable Landscapes, landscape architects will celebrate landscape architecture and its contributions to creating sustainable landscapes and improving public quality of life.
April of each year beginning in 2007 is to be World Landscape Architecture month.
The month of April is special for the profession as it encompasses the birthday of Frederick Law Olmsted, the designer of Central Park, New York, and founder of the American landscape architecture profession on April 26, Earth Day on April 22, and the International Day for Monuments and Sites on 18 April.
Activities are already planned in USA, Canada and New Zealand. Events will include public lectures or exhibits on sustainable design, publicizing projects such as green roofs, and career days or programs at local schools.
Join us in making World Landscape Architecture month a time to celebrate and promote the profession around the world.
For more information please contact:
Fran Pauzé
Executive Director
Canadian Society of Landscape Architects
(613) 622-5520
franpauze @ csla.ca
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April 21, 2007
Quality 1st Basement Systems Contributes to the Relief of Flooded Fair Lawn Borough Residents
Quality 1st Basement Systems, a basement waterproofing company, donated ten high quality sump pumps to the Emergency Relief Fund of the Fair Lawn Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey. Fair Lawn Borough received almost nine inches of rain during the recent northeaster and the damage to Bergen County as a whole has been estimated at $300 million, as reported by North Jersey Media Group.
(PRWEB) April 21, 2007 -- Quality 1st Basement Systems, a New Jersey basement waterproofing contractor, donated ten high quality, cast-iron Zoeller sump pumps to the Emergency Relief Fund of the Fair Lawn Borough in Bergen County, New Jersey. Fair Lawn Borough received almost nine inches of rain during the recent northeaster and the damage to Bergen County as a whole has been estimated at $300 million, as reported by North Jersey Media Group.
New Jersey was placed in a state of emergency on Monday April 16, 2007, and more than 2,600 residents were evacuated. Courier News reported that up to 40,000 people were without power. Fair Lawn Borough is not expecting to see water levels drop significantly until Thursday at best, with the river four feet or more above flood levels.
Quality 1st Basement Systems co-owners Bob Cherry and Tom Roman started their basement waterproofing business in 1990. "We wanted to help the residents of our county, and the Emergency Relief Fund gave us a way to do this," Cherry said. "Hopefully the Emergency Relief Fund can put these to use right away."
"These [sump pumps should help some people get their wet basements clear of water so they can start with the cleaning process," added Roman, a former New Jersey fire fighter who maintains close ties with his former brotherhood, including privately owning a retired fire engine that they will deliver the sump pumps in. "I'm a fireman at heart and have always wanted to own an engine, so when one came available I jumped at it."
Quality 1st Basement Systems is the authorized Basement Systems dealer in northern New Jersey, including Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex, Morris, Union, Somerset, Middlesex, Monmouth, and parts of Ocean, Warren and Hunterdon counties. They are a "Top 5" Basement Systems dealership out of a network of 200 dealers.
"Basement Systems only picks the best basement waterproofing contractors in each region of the country to distribute their products," said Richard Fencil, marketing coordinator for Basement Systems Inc., the manufacturer and distributor of basement and crawl space waterproofing materials. "In New Jersey, the Bronx, and Staten Island New York, Quality 1st Basement Systems is an example of the integrity, generosity, and community spirited company that we like to work with."
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THE NAILER®, Drywall Fastener Now Being Sold In US by Tool Source Warehouse, Product Coming to Canada Soon
THE NAILER, a drywall fastener from The Millennium Group, is now being carried by Tool Source Warehouse through its wholesale centers in Norcross, GA and Reno, NV. It was introduced at the INTEX Tradeshow this past week in Orlando to great reception by suppliers and contractors. The unique drywall fastener will soon be available in Canada. It can be ordered direct by visiting www.TheNailer.com.
Loveland, Colorado (PRWEB) April 21, 2007 -- THE NAILER (www.TheNailer.com) is the only patented drywall fastener that fastens directly to the stud and allows the drywall to be directly fasted to THE NAILER. The product is receiving national attention because it works equally as well on both wood and metal studs and eliminates the need for any additional blocking or sliders on inside corners and top plates. It saves on not only material costs, but on labor and on call backs. THE NAILER also virtually eliminates any call backs caused by cracking drywall due to truss uplift or shifting soil.
Tool Source Warehouse, the professional's one-stop wholesale resource for drywall, concrete and masonry tools is offering THE NAILER to wholesalers across the US after seeing the positive results of field testing by contractors over the past six months.
Jim Murphy, National Sales Manager of Tool Source Warehouse states "We see good things in the marketplace for THE NAILER. The product addresses many issues that can help make drywall and framing contractors more competitive."
About THE NAILER and the Millennium Group
THE NAILER is a product of The Millennium Group of Loveland Colorado. The product has been featured on "This Old House" and is being widely used by Habitat for Humanity. THE NAILER is a product that benefits all that use it. Whether drywall and framing contractor, builder, electrician, plumber, or insulating contractor, the product offers savings to all that use it on their projects. It is a green product and meets all LEEDS specifications.
About Tool Source Warehouse
Tool Source Warehouse is the professional's one stop wholesale resource for drywall, concrete, and masonry tools. Their multi-million inventory includes over 4,000 tools, accessories and parts ready to deliver on demand to customers across the US. Construction professionals count on Tool Source because they know we are prepared to supply the right item, and willingly sell only the quantities they request.
Contacts:
Tom Ruzicka
THE NAILER (a product of The Millennium Group)
www.TheNailer.com
303-306-1257
800-280-2304
tomr @ TheNailer.com
Jim Murphy
Tool Source Warehouse
www.tool-source.com
800-372-0146
jjm @ tool-source.com
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Increased Online Searches for Concrete Patios and Stamped Concrete Reflect Homeowner Interests
Web statistics generated by The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information anywhere in the world, reveal that online searches for concrete patios and stamped concrete have begun to climb and are now in the top five researched categories.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- As the seasons change, so do the interests of homeowners around the nation. The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information anywhere in the world, revealed two categories quickly moving up in the ranks as two of the most researched decorative concrete topics: Concrete Patios and Stamped Concrete. The data illustrating this trend is derived from Web site statistics from The Concrete Network, which generates over 900,000 visitors per month, much more than any other site in the field. These statistics are useful to homeowners, contractors and others in the industry who want to know what decorative concrete applications are becoming more, and more popular.
Right alongside the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, the concrete patio category and stamped concrete category have started moving up in the rankings. In the last six months, visitor searches have been primarily centered on staining concrete and concrete interior floors. But March marks the shift in thinking from staying inside and keeping warm to heading outdoors and working in the yard or on the house. Now concrete patios are the number one researched topic on The Concrete Network. And the popularity of the stamped concrete category has risen from the number seven position of the top 10 most popular categories to number three in the rankings.
The current top five most popular categories on The Concrete Network include:
1. Concrete Patios
2. Staining Concrete
3. Stamped Concrete
4. Concrete Resurfacing
5. Interior Concrete Floors
Today's backyard concrete patios are as unique as their owners. The concrete patio category provides information about designing outdoor patios and outdoor rooms with surface treatment options, pictures of color and design possibilities, blending patio design with surrounding elements, and maintaining a concrete patio.
The stamped concrete category offers ideas for stamped concrete applications including driveways, pool decks, porches and entries, along with providing a chart of available pattern designs and colors, a review of the stamping process, proper stamped concrete tips, and more. Concrete stamping can provide an economical replica of more expensive materials, and yet still maintaining a very natural, authentic look.
For examples of all that decorative concrete has to offer, visit The Concrete Network's extensive online photo gallery.
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. In March 2007 The Concrete Network Web site had 997,745 visitors researching decorative concrete.
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 23 types of decorative concrete work and 200 metropolitan areas throughout North America.
Release image courtesy of Action Concrete Services. Attached photos courtesy of SuperKrete Products.
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American Steel Buildings Celebrates Four Years of Superior Customer Service
Leading self-storage building manufacturer, American Steel Buildings, celebrates its fourth year of new ownership and recognition for excellent customer service.
Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- Leading self-storage building manufacturer American Steel Buildings celebrates its fourth year of new ownership and recognition for excellent customer service.
In operation since 1986, American Steel Building's assets were purchased by Dean Brown and his family on April 15, 2003. Before changing hands, the business had become a leading manufactured steel building supplier in the self-storage industry. Over the past four years, American Steel Buildings has continued to thrive, winning many awards, including three Excellence in Customer Service Awards from the Better Business Bureau.
The company's success is largely attributed to their dedication to customer service and low-key sales approach.
"Our marketing strategy is simple," said Dean. "We sell a great product at a fair price and we treat our customers they way we want to be treated. Other steel building companies spend millions of dollars on advertising but have multiple lawsuits against them. We've never even had a complaint to the Better Business Bureau and we plan to keep it that way."
American Steel Buildings offers a number of products and services to the self-storage industry including:
Complete line of quality pre-engineered steel buildings
Wide selection of floor-plans and self-storage buildings, including climate controlled storage units
Erection of steel buildings depending on job-site location and size of project
Shipping in many locations throughout the U.S.
With their outstanding customer service record and expertise, American Steel Buildings expects to celebrate many successful years in the self-storage industry.
To find out more about the self-storage industry or to purchase quality manufactured steel buildings visit the experts at http://www.gosteelgo.com/AmericanSteelAnniversary.htm.
About American Steel Buildings
Since its inception, American Steel Buildings has offered service and quality products to customers across the country. They design and distribute quality pre-engineered commercial steel buildings, including Mini-Storage and Self-Storage buildings, offices, shops, retail businesses, warehouses, churches, agricultural buildings and much more. All buildings are designed to be compliant with local codes.
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Best Forklift Service Enters Into No-Risk Marketing Agreement with Independent SEO Consultant
EL MONTE, Calif. (BusinessWire EON/PRWEB ) April 20, 2007 -- Best Forklift Service announced today their unique partnership with SEO consultant, Renea Blanck, to develop a strategy focused on driving targeted traffic to their website using Search Engine Optimization. Blanck puts her money where her mouth is by providing services at no upfront cost.
Best Forklift’s website (http://www.bestforkliftservice.com) features forklift parts, specialty items, and other material handling supplies. “There’s a lot of revenue potential for them online, but also a lot of competition. By using ethical optimization techniques I expect to ‘rev’ up their Internet visibility and help them gain more of the online market share,” says Renea Blanck, SEO Consultant. (http://www.expertseoconsultant.com).
Many small businesses find it difficult to afford online marketing like SEO. Blanck has launched a pilot program in which small businesses can implement such strategies at no risk. In other words, no business, no charge. What’s the catch? Clients who partake in this program are charged according to an agreed upon percentage of the online sales brought in by SEO efforts.
“We are very excited with this new venture,” Says Jim Nicholson, CEO, Best Forklift Service. “Renea provided the expertise we needed and developed an affordable, easy-to-use website for us. It was natural to approach her again when we were ready for SEO.”
“I’ve had a long-standing relationship with Best Forklift and wanted very much to see them succeed online,” remarks Blanck. “I’ve had great success achieving high search rankings for clients in the past, so I was confident I could do the same for them. While I don’t get paid unless we succeed, I feel it’s really win-win.”
This type of partnership, if proven successful, may potentially give rise to a new way of doing business for other SEO firms. And the success of this venture could potentially level the playing field for many other small organizations.
About Best Forklift
Best Forklift Service provides forklift parts and supplies for all makes and models of foreign and domestic lift trucks. For more than 35 years, we have been providing the best customer support, the best quality parts, and the Best Forklift Service. For more information, visit http://www.bestforkliftservice.com.
About Renea Blanck
Renea Blanck is an independent Marketing and SEO consultant with expertise in Search Engine Optimization. Based in Houston, TX, Renea takes on clients Nationwide. For more information, visit http://www.expertseoconsultant.com.
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Leica Geosystems Captivates National Heavy Equipment Show Attendees with Its Machine Automation Solutions
At the recent National Heavy Equipment Show, Canada's largest construction event, Leica Geosystems put its advanced positioning products at center stage to give a very captive audience the chance to experience Leica GradeSmart 3D, Leica Geosystems' integrated 3D machine automation dozer and grader solution.
Norcross, Ga. (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 20, 2007 -- At the recent National Heavy Equipment Show, Canada's largest construction event, Leica Geosystems put its advanced positioning products at center stage to give a very captive audience the chance to experience Leica GradeSmart 3D, Leica Geosystems' integrated 3D machine automation dozer and grader solution. Leica DigSmart, Leica Geosystems' 2D and 3D positioning solutions for excavators, were also featured.
As part of Leica Geosystems' concerted effort to increase its presence in the Canadian construction market, Leica Geosystems secured six times the floor space from previous years to showcase its complete range of positioning products for the construction industry.
Throughout the two-day conference more than 11,000 attendees were afforded the first-ever opportunity to test out the Leica GradeSmart 3D solution by climbing into the cab, grabbing the joysticks and working the pedals to simulate real-world, construction site tasks. Shown for the first time in Canada, Peter Heddstedt, Vice President and General Manager of Leica Geosystems Canada, said offering this hands-on approach to the company's positioning solutions was a novel experience and an "absolute success."
"Allowing show participants to discover and to interact with the Leica GradeSmart through a mock-site simulation was a completely new experience for machine automation users, and subsequently, it was a big draw for Leica Geosystems," said Heddstedt. "Having the freedom and possibility to role play with the Leica GradeSmart and DigSmart technology is the best way for customers to make informed buying decisions, and the customers responded very positively to the opportunity. We'll be very busy over the next few months following up on all of our leads with actual field demos."
The National Heavy Equipment Show was held at the International Center in Toronto, Canada from Mar. 22-23, 2007.
Leica Geosystems - when it has to be right
With close to 200 years of pioneering solutions to measure the world, Leica Geosystems products and services are trusted by professionals worldwide to help them capture, analyze, and present spatial information. Leica Geosystems is best known for its broad array of products that capture accurately, model quickly, analyze easily, and visualize and present spatial information.
Those who use Leica products every day trust them for their dependability, the value they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by more than 2,400 employees in 22 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden.
For further information, please contact:
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
Gray, Heather
3498 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
USA
Phone +1 616 977 4189
Fax +1 616 942 4627
www.leica-geosystems.us
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LaBov & Beyond Launches Urbanscape Brand for Wabash Valley Manufacturing Co.
LaBov & Beyond and Wabash Valley Manufacturing, based in Silver Lake, Ind., teamed up to launch Urbanscape in March 2007. The brand launch team at LaBov created an approach uniquely tailored for Urbanscape and its distinctive style of durable commercial benches, planters and refuse receptacles.
Fort Wayne, Ind., April 19, 2007 -- LaBov & Beyond has partnered with client Wabash Valley Manufacturing Co. on the launch of Urbanscape, its new brand of design-savvy commercial outdoor furniture and site amenities.
LaBov & Beyond and Wabash Valley Manufacturing, based in Silver Lake, Ind., teamed up to launch Urbanscape in March 2007. The brand launch team at LaBov created an approach uniquely tailored for Urbanscape and its distinctive style of durable commercial benches, planters and refuse receptacles.
Wabash Valley Manufacturing and LaBov & Beyond worked closely on virtually all internal and external aspects of the Urbanscape launch, including:
Development of the Urbanscape name, along with its logo and tagline
Comprehensive Urbanscape brand assessment
Urbanscape Web site (urbanscapefurniture.com) and other interactive components, including a pre-launch blog
Myriad of printed materials, including product catalogs and brochures
Advertising and marketing materials
"I used to think photography was just that--pictures--until I saw what the creative team at LaBov & Beyond was capable of," says Leslie Brouyette, Urbanscape's director of sales and marketing. "And LaBov's impact on the launch of Urbanscape has been felt through more than just its creative vision. The entire account and project team made sure every aspect of this launch was completely thought out, and they approached it from every angle. And we think the results speak for themselves."
The Urbanscape brand is centered around 15 uniquely designed collections that offer architects, planners and purchasing agents a myriad of options depending on the design needs and goals of a project. The distinct aesthetic styling of Urbanscape combines with its unmatched durability--thanks to an industry-leading powder-coating process and faux-wood finishes--to make an immediate impact on the commercial outdoor furniture market.
"It was exciting to literally start from scratch in working with Wabash Valley to give this revolutionary line of products the personality and character it deserves," says Chris Swymeler, LaBov & Beyond's co-creative director. "Our creative approach ensured that the philosophy behind Urbanscape would be clearly communicated to dealers and consumers."
On the Web:
To learn more about Urbanscape and its entire line of products, visit urbanscapefurniture.com. Visit Wabash Valley Manufacturing online at wabashvalley.com.
LaBov & Beyond, Inc., founded in 1981, is a marketing, communications, advertising and training company that focuses on clients with dealer/distributor networks. These clients come from a variety of industries--automotive, recreational, vehicle, trucking, consumer appliance, insurance and finance, to name a few. The company specializes in comprehensive creative development and production involving a number of disciplines working in a range of media that includes video, interactive and print. In addition to its Fort Wayne, Indiana, headquarters, LaBov & Beyond maintains a full-service office in Auburn Hills, Michigan. You can learn more about the company by visiting it online at labov.com.
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STARRY NIGHT LIGHTS.COM to Save Baby Sea Turtles April 21
Night sky friendly lighting supplier STARRY NIGHT LIGHTS.COM, based in Park City UT, is pleased to announce its sponsorship and participation at the Sea Turtle and Lighting Workshop at The Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL. on Saturday April 21, 2007.
Park City, UT (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- Night sky friendly lighting supplier STARRY NIGHT LIGHTS.COM, based in Park City UT, is pleased to announce its sponsorship and participation at the Sea Turtle and Lighting Workshop at The Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL, April 21, 2007.
The event, which will include presentations from marine life and lighting experts from across the country, will focus on ways to curb light pollution that interferes with the natural mating and hatching cycles of wildlife including sea turtles.
"As many as 50% of sea turtle hatchlings can die because of light pollution caused disorientation. This is simply unacceptable," says StarryNightLights.com founder Anthony Arrigo. "Starry Night Lights has worked continuously to expand our turtle-friendly outdoor lighting options. We want to make sure that people have every opportunity to do the right thing so that these beautiful creatures can recover and be around for future generations."
Improper outdoor lighting is one of the greatest issues affecting sea turtles according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Light pollution is at the heart of the decline of sea turtles. It impacts their nesting habits, and the ability of young hatchlings to survive. By using only turtle-friendly outdoor lighting products, which keep light away from turtle nesting area, you can help these beautiful creatures to recover. Light pollution from local communities is threatening large segments of the sea turtle population. In fact, all sea turtles in Florida are either classified as threatened or endangered. By insisting on turtle friendly outdoor lighting for your home or business, you can help these and many other species cope with human encroachment of their habitats.
Starry Night Lights will be attending this event to answer questions home and business owners might have about exterior lighting options. Often, people are simply unaware of the wide range of options available to them. StarryNightLights.com will have a selection of turtle friendly-outdoor lights on display to give people an idea of what types of fixtures are available.
About Mote Marine Laboratory
Mote scientists are committed to that process of discovery: Advancing our understanding of the sea and what is needed to sustain it. For more information, visit their website at: www.Mote.org
About Starry Night Lights
Starry Night Lights is committed to fighting light pollution, offering the widest selection of ordinance compliant, night sky friendly and turtle friendly outdoor lighting for your home or business. For more information, call 1-866-508-7401 or visit us online at www.StarryNightLights.com.
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C-Thru Window Film Celebrates Earth Day by Promoting Solar Energy Control Solutions
Community conscious solutions that reduce energy consumption while maximizing comfort in the home or office
Northbrook, Illinois (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- C-Thru Window Film, a Chicagoland leader in the design and installation of window film systems, is promoting its solar control films that reduce energy consumption by filtering solar heat and insulating windows. The company is an authorized dealer of Bakaert Panorama® designer series window film, which maximizes visibility and filters the sun's UV and heat rays. What this means for consumers is more comfort and less fading of designer furnishings without compromising their view.
Today, solar control window film plays an important role in energy conservation by balancing the temperature in the home or office by reducing hot spots during peak demand. Even the U.S. Government is an advocate of this solution and will extend a rebate to taxpayers who install certified insulation systems such as many of the films offered by Bekeart under the Energy Policy Act of 2005.
In addition to creating a more comfortable interior space, solar control film substantively mitigates fading of furnishings such as carpeting, wood floors, and fabrics by reducing the solar radiation, including nearly 100% of the UV rays, that causes the materials to deteriorate.
"Solar control window film benefits the consumer because it both creates comfort in the home while preserving the environment surround the home by conserving energy," said Hannah Malin, President, C-Thru, who has been serving the area for over 20 years with her complementary firm, Sealmaster.
C-Thru and Sealmaster have an extensive history in serving the Chicagoland with an emphasis on integrity and customer care. In addition to having worked with the city's celebrities and its landmark properties, the company has worked with clients in virtually every neighborhood throughout the metropolitan area. The company is, in a large part, family owned and operated, with longtime employees dedicated to customer service. C-Thru is pleased to offer the community solutions that both improve our lifestyle as well as minimize our consumption on precious natural resources.
About C-Thru Window Film
C-Thru Window Film is a Chicagoland services firm that designs and installs energy control and security solutions. It features state-of-the-art designer window film products and works with clients to determine the best solution required to meet their needs. The company helps to promote energy conservation by reducing the heating/cooling requirements as well as extending the life of designer furnishings. Along with its sister company, Sealmaster, Inc., the companies have been serving Chicagoans for over 20 years. The company's website is www.c-thruwindowfilm.com and the phone number is 847-272-TINT.
Contact:
Jay Malin
C-Thru Window Film, Inc.
(847) 272-8468
jmalin @ c-thruwindowfilm.com
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Concrete Decor Magazine Breaks the Silence About Protecting Decorative Concrete From Failure
Restoration and maintenance can fight age and wear on just about any colored concrete slab. A wealth of details can be found in "Refurbish, Restore, Maintain: Caring for Colored Concrete," a story in the April edition of Concrete Decor magazine.
Eugene, OR (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- There's nothing more frustrating than watching a beautiful piece of decorative concrete deteriorate over time. Not many want to talk about it, but in this young industry, it happens more often than perhaps it should. Fortunately, concrete contractors are not staining in vain - there's hope.
Restoration and maintenance can fight age and wear on just about any colored concrete slab. A wealth of details can be found in "Refurbish, Restore, Maintain: Caring for Colored Concrete," a story in the April edition of Concrete Decor magazine.
Refurbishing colored concrete is less expensive and disruptive than ripping it out and replacing it. What's more, when restoring with the proper products, contractors may make repairs and changes that blend into the existing floor instead of standing out like a repair. Restoration also gives homeowners a second chance to maintain the floor properly if they hadn't been doing a good job before.
Also in the April issue of Concrete Decor:
One of the hottest technological trends in decorative concrete: sealers engineered specifically for use in creating concrete countertops.
A concrete restoration project in Hawaii, and the special challenges decorative concrete contractors face in the tropics.
The "Artisan In Concrete" feature, recognizing contractors from across North America for their artistry and workmanship, explores the masterful work of Mike Moncrieff, New Edge Design, Lynden, Wash.
Concrete Decor magazine, "The Journal of Decorative Concrete," is the industry's most respected resource for decorative concrete professionals. It is published in print and on the Web eight times a year by Professional Trade Publications Inc., publisher of PaintPRO and Traditional Masonry magazines. Concrete Decor features up-to-date, informative articles highlighting the best in architectural concrete design, installation and maintenance. The magazine's Web site, features a complete article archive that is a treasure trove of information on topics ranging from stamping and stenciling to coloring and sealing. Concrete Decor also has a growing Spanish-language Web site.
To check out the latest issue or to subscribe, visit Concrete Decor magazine. For more information, call (877) 935-8906.
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National Color Trends Analyzed in Latest Issue of PaintPRO Magazine
Trendy paint colors for 2007 include nature-inspired greens and blues, earthy neutrals, and rich, warm ethnic colors, according to the cover story in the March/April 2007 issue of PaintPRO magazine, available now at www.paintpro.net.
Eugene, OR (PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- Trendy paint colors for 2007 include nature-inspired greens and blues, earthy neutrals, and rich, warm ethnic colors, according to the cover story in the March/April 2007 issue of PaintPRO magazine, available now at www.paintpro.net.
In "Regional Color Schemes," Sara McLean, color marketing manager at Dunn-Edwards Paints, tells PaintPRO that a myriad of factors help determine what shades become popular: current events, demographics, technology, the global melting pot, and much more.
The upcoming 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing will drive some color trends, including interest in Asian reds. The number of aging baby boomers, the "tween" market, and a recent report that there are now more single people than married people affect trends as well. Fashion and entertainment are influential, as are cultures from around the globe. Technology influences color both in how colors are developed and manufactured and in how technology is transforming the everyday world we live in -- its emotional impact, so to speak.
Also in this issue of PaintPRO:
When choosing a decorative plaster, is real or faux the way to go? Experts weigh the pros and cons of lime-based and acrylic plasters.
The classic skill of vinegar painting on furniture, as explained by Bill Russell, of Bill Russell Studio in Philadelphia, Pa.
The dedication of Hoppe Brothers & Sons Inc., an outfit based in Yorba Linda, Calif., turned a one-time customer into a lifelong client. Find out how to build these special kinds of committed customer relationships at your own business.
PaintPRO magazine, "The Professional Paint & Decorating Contractor's Journal," is a product of Professional Trade Publications Inc., publisher of Concrete Decor and Traditional Masonry magazines. It is published online six times per year. PaintPRO features up-to-date, informative articles highlighting the best work, products and techniques in the industry, with features that include great how-to stories, profiles and colorful photography. Available by free subscription, the magazine can be accessed as an online electronic publication or on the Web.
To see the latest issue, visit http://www.paintpro.net. For more information, call (877) 935-8906.
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Outdoor Water Features Require Top Landscaping Services, Says Yardcrew.com
Spring is landscaping time, and many homeowners are installing an outdoor water feature in their yards. A water feature adds to the project's value and enhances the landscaping to create an even more relaxed yard or garden area. Yardcrew.com was created with input from the professional landscaping industry to help homeowners find top local landscape professionals ready to help with all landscape services, from quotes to design to installation to maintenance.
(PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- Landscaping time is here, and outdoor water features are a popular feature of home landscaping projects this spring. Including a water feature increases the project's value and helps create a more relaxing outdoor space. Yardcrew.com, a top online yard care and services resource, can help homeowners find top local landscape professionals to design, build and maintain a yard or garden water feature. Yardcrew.com (http://www.yardcrew.com) was created in collaboration with the professional landscape industry to provide the essential home services connecting landscaping consumers and contractors.
Knowing the best way to design, install and maintain a beautiful, worry-free water feature usually requires the special expertise of a professional. An article on ThisOldHouse.com entitled, "Don't Just Jump into a Water Feature," says: "It's nice to have a little water feature that turns your backyard into an oasis instead of a ho-hum spot. …Fountains, ponds, even faux streams are great additions. Just consider resource maintenance before you build." The article lists factors to consider, including the water source, drainage, which pump to use, and how the water feature will be cleaned and maintained.
Yardcrew.com recommends that anyone considering a water feature talk to several landscape professionals and compare recommendations for resource maintenance in addition to comparing quotes. When asking for quotes, be sure to ask if a regular maintenance package can be added to your installation cost. At Yardcrew.com (http://www.yardcrew.com), homeowners and business owners can easily find contractors for both residential and commercial projects.
"Nothing can quite transform a landscape like a water feature," says HGTV.com. "Whether it's a dramatic waterfall or a quiet pond, water works its magic on any garden, providing a focal point and soothing the soul. Moving water provides delightful background music and masks traffic noise."
Yardcrew.com is the essential yard services Web site connecting residential and commercial customers with top landscape service providers. The site specializes in providing customers with quotes from premiere landscapers in specific geographical locations.
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Kitchen Floor Plan Renovation Can Pay Off, Says GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com
GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com offers home improvement resources, such as a searchable database of local, professional remodeling contractors to help homeowners interested in kitchen remodeling find answers to their questions as well as other guidance they need to successfully accomplish the job.
(PRWEB) April 20, 2007 -- GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com, a top kitchen remodeling services site, published a new article, "How to Evaluate a Kitchen Floor Plan." The new article explores kitchen layout options and what homeowners should know when undergoing a kitchen remodeling plan (http://www.guidetokitchenremodeling.com/1x/article/how-to-evaluate-a-kitchen-floor-plan.jsp).
"A kitchen makeover may be one of the most expensive and complicated projects you decide to undertake in your home," says columnist Francine Huff. However, it may pay off down the road according to financial giant Bank of America, who notes that "Thirty-seven percent of potential buyers are more likely to purchase a home knowing that it had recently undergone renovation/improvements."
According to MSNBC, it is more important to find "a good, reputable contractor" than to find a contractor who will do the job for a lower price. GuidetoKitchenRemodeling.com provides resources that aid homeowners in the process of locating a home improvement or remodeling contractor that is able to best meet the needs of each unique project.
A kitchen remodeling project may involve simply replacing or updating elements of the room or it can entail "completely changing your kitchen floor plan," says GuidetoKitchenRemodeling.com (http://www.guidetokitchenremodeling.com/1x/article/how-to-evaluate-a-kitchen-floor-plan.jsp). Users can search the database at GuidetoKitchenRemodeling.com to find a contractor that offers the services and experience necessary to successfully complete the overall job as well as any specialty needs such as cabinetry, countertops and tiles.
While a home improvement project such as kitchen remodeling may seem like an overwhelming task, the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University has found that, "In many regions of the country, homeowners recover as much 80 to 90 percent of the cost of home improvements in the form of higher home values." By using GuidetoKitchenRemodeling.com's searchable database network, homeowners in need of kitchen remodeling help can locate a home improvement contractor in their local area who will provide professional contracting services.
GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com is a home improvement site that matches consumers with top cabinet refacing, replacement and installation companies. Homeowners that are including a kitchen remodel in their total home renovation project can find resources at GuideToKitchenRemodeling.com.
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HELP for Homeowners Selling Homes that are Facing Foreclosure a Financial Nightmare: Company Opens 16 New Offices across the United States
Since 2000, HELP has perfected a marketing strategy by offering homeowners the means to avoid foreclosure.
(PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- HELP for Homeowners (http://www.helpforhomeowners.com) is expanding to help people avoid foreclosure in 16 more states. The company provides a time-tested way of helping financially embarrassed homeowners to avoid having to sell their properties because of their financial hardship. By actively marketing properties valued between $300,000 and $2,800,000 at risk of foreclosure, HELP can ensure that home owners reduce their stress, limit their losses and ultimately, to stop foreclosure.
New offices are now being sited in Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, California, Chicago, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Missouri, New York, Maryland, Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Ohio, Oregon and Minnesota.
There is a burgeoning of news items of home owners having to sell their properties as rising tide foreclosures of the collapsing subprime mortgage market. These generalities and statistics often obscure the real human tragedies that lie behind such stories. HELP works to make sure people can stop foreclosure, and raise funds against their properties to settle with pressing creditors.
“The foreclosure market will continue to grow until an unregulated form of lending replaces the troubled secondary market,” said Cleothus Jackson, president of HELP. “The unregulated lending organization must be willing to act as a central nervous system of the housing market until the heart of our economy starts to beat again.”
Since 2000, HELP, or Home Experts for Loan Pre-foreclosure, has put an experienced group of real estate professionals to work for Arizona homeowners. Now the company is extending their services to help people selling homes and stop foreclosure across the United States. Visitors to the site can enlist the company to offer aggressive marketing of distressed property or can enroll in loss mitigation counseling to help homeowners avert personal disaster when selling homes.
HELP employs a Buyer's Network, giving property owners selling homes maximum exposure to investors and investment banks thus ensuring their property receives additional exposure through the MLS. HELP can help stop foreclosure and often close a sale in only seven days.
For more information, visit http://www.helpforhomeowners.com
Contact:
C. Wilhelmina
HELP for Homeowners
888 900 4 HELP
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HELP for Homeowners Grows as their Formula Proves Successful at Turning Foreclosure Homes into Viable Investment Property
The HELP site gains popularity since their success is based on their foolproof formula to make foreclosure homes a viable investment property.
(PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- As HELP for Homeowners (http://www.helpforhomeowners.com) increases its inventory of foreclosure homes, the site is gaining a rapid following. People from all over the Internet are clamoring to assess the site's extensive selection of investment property.
“We are busting loose at the seams,” said Cleothus Jackson, president of HELP who projects HELP will reach $100 million in net profit by 2009. Currently many sub-prime lenders have approached HELP with a view to purchasing whole inventories of foreclosure homes, which are often sold for less than half of their face value. HELP is also the target of fund managers looking for a convenient and potentially lucrative foray into real estate.
HELP for Homeowners uses a tried and tested formula of constructing a portfolio of investment property. The Company purchases properties at a rate of 55% - 78% of appraised value, and in so doing is amassing a collection of investment property that have superior value in the market. This means that such properties allow neophytes and veterans to enter real estate investment market, with property portfolio that can yield $50,000 - $200,000 annually.
HELP is able to do this by focusing on foreclosure homes exclusively among median and high income properties.
“This standard of foreclosure homes will naturally carry a greater equity position and are normally not as extensively damaged as smaller and less costly homes,” Jackson said. “We purchase homes at less then face value and allow investors to buy at a discount and realize attractive returns.”
HELP can, for example, purchase a $1 million home for $700,000 and still offer that house as an attractive investment.
Potential investors must place a minimum of $500,000 with HELP. Other limitations may apply. Visit www.helpforhomeowners.com for a full list of requirements.
“Real estate is one of the most stable, certain investment vehicles available in the short to medium term,” and as Jackson has outlined, “Investment property is insured which adds to the attractive potential of the purchase of...a house, whether or not it's a foreclosure home.”
For more information, visit http://www.helpforhomeowners.com
Contact:
C. Wilhelmina
HELP for Homeowners
888 900 4 HELP
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Core Team Oversees Expansion of Real Estate Investing Investor's Financial Network and HELP for those facing Foreclosure
Newly expanded sites offering investment property for sale introduces strong management team.
(PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Investor's Financial Network (www.investorsfinancialnetwork.com) and HELP For Homeowners, now offering an expanded nationwide selection of investment property, are pleased to introduce a top flight management team to guide the entrepreneur to the sites for real estate investing. Cleothus Jackson, Larry Percy and Marc Bordner bring their business acumen to guide the real estate investing site from regional powerhouse to national prominence.
Cleothus Jackson brings a distinguished background to the investment property sites. He started as a laborer doing various odd jobs in Mississippi and, fueled by his ambition, determination and intelligence, now oversees a widely varied portfolio including investment property, commercial properties and banking interests. In addition to being very active in real estate investing, Jackson heads the Rashad Dollar Corporation, one of the largest private fund sources for residential property construction in the West. He is also chief consultant to McCurry Tribbin and Hebner Holdings, a UK conglomerate with holdings in excess of $325 million and which is spearheading the acquisition of investment property. Jackson is currently acquiring more than 35 Papa Johns restaurants, 20 hotels, and helping to organize a multi-billion dollar complex in Georgia. A graduate of Grand Canyon University, Jackson is affiliated with the Black Chamber of Commerce in Phoenix.
Larry Percy, IFN's Executive Marketing Consultant, is skilled in all aspects of real estate investing and has over 30 years experience in locations all over the Western United States. A native of Washington State and graduate of Green River College, Percy holds real estate licenses in Washington and in California. He has been sales manager for Octagon Real Estate, a successful real estate investing firm, and has successfully marketed spec. homes.
Marc R. Bordner, a sales executive with IFN, brings a varied background to his position with the growing real estate investing site. Born in California, he lived in Mexico before relocating to Arizona. He holds an associates degree in Business Administration and has worked as a door to door salesman, missionary, hospital administrator, and bank teller before focusing on investment property. An eagle scout, Bordner stays active in scouting.
Contact:
Larry Percy
Investors Financial Network
(888) 900-4436
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Give Your Business a Massive Leap Forward; Statistics Are Now Proving What the Great Business Builders of the Past Were Trying to Communicate
Statistics show that over 50% of small businesses fail in the first five years compared to only 10-20% of franchises. This news release reveals the two most critical areas to be addressed and the benefits of implementing clear and simple systems into any business or industry in order to take the business to the next level. The sooner a business gets some systems the better off it will be.
Bris, QLD (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Statistics show that over 50% of small businesses fail in the first five years compared to only 10-20% of franchises. This news release reveals the two most critical areas to be addressed and the benefits of implementing clear and simple systems into any business or industry in order to take the business to the next level. The sooner a business gets some systems the better off it will be.
Business owners are only now starting to realise the challenges that all businesses face when it comes to employing staff and then managing them effectively, as well as keeping on top of the day to day running of the business. The trouble is, that most people in business don't own the business ... the business owns them. "Why is it that over 50% of most businesses fail, while less than 10% - 20% of franchises fail? The answer is SYSTEMS."
Just take a look at companies like McDonalds or Subway. Having simple, effective and proven systems gives each employee specific guidelines or "a track to run on" and enables an employer the free time to "work on the business rather than running around like mad in the business". The challenge is however, that most business owners are so time bankrupt, and have the challenge of keeping enough cashflow coming through the doors while at the same time trying to develop systems to help automate things in order to "free them up". One other challenge is that to have a "consultant" come in and develop systems in the business but this can be quite expensive, not to mention time consuming.
Research shows that business owners are also finding critical challenges in their staff management practices which costs US businesses approx. more than $100 million every year. Finding the right people is one of the most challenging facets of business today, and then having to make sure the correct person has been chosen, and if that's not enough the staff need to be managed effectively in order to keep them. "Failing in any one of these areas can be some of the most time and money consuming activities in business today". Gone are the days when one could just shake hands on an agreed employment wage, and they would happily work in the one place for 30 years. Many staff problems can easily be addressed by having written clear communication at the very beginning of their employment as well as performance reviews during various stages throughout their employment.
Another of the areas that is very time consuming to develop systems around is the area of Workplace Health & Safety. "Statistics taken from the U.S Department of Labor show that a total of 39,167 inspections on businesses were undertaken and a total of $85,192,940 in fines were dished out to employers, thats over $85 million dollars in fines for the USA in the last fiscal year".
Government Authorities are not holding back. The problem is, that most of the time an employer is hard at work trying to keep the business running without the time to take a break, research and create a Workplace Health & Safety System. Having an effective and comprehensive Workplace Health & Safety System gives "the employer" a firm grounding in clearly communicating the guidelines for working in a safe manner with staff. Secondly, if ever there is an investigation on the business that requires the owner to produce the Workplace Health & Safety Procedures, then there is a very clear record of what those procedures are and how that has been communicated to the employees of the company, which in turn could avoid having a massive fine placed on the shoulders of a business owner or a middle manager.
Current legislation in certain countries have placed the entire responsibility on the employer for ensuring the safety of workers in the workplace, however after all it should start with the individual employee taking responsibility for his or her actions, shouldn't it? Gone are the days where people had common sense and took responsibility for their own actions, in todays world business owners are constantly faced with the threat of professional litigation on a daily basis. Having an effective and comprehensive Workplace Health and Safety System balances that responsibility with the staff also, which helps the responsibility fall on the individual.
In our research Systems-Central.com was found to have provided ready made systems, consulted and provided systems to thousands of different businesses in over 100 different industries and in turn helping many businesses take giant leaps forward. "It doesn't matter what country or industry a business operates in, there are challenges and needs that are common to every business". What Systems-Central.com have done is taken all these common needs, categorised them and then put a range of systems together which enables any business to implement them, getting further down the track to systemizing the business so much faster, while also keeping costs to a minimum. Once every year, Systems-Central.com run a promotion in April and have cut the price of their systems in half for the month of April only.
For more information on a number of systems go to www.systems-central.com
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Louis A. Meilink Jr. Named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in Architecture and Engineering in the Healthcare Industry
Louis A. Meilink Jr., Principal of Ballinger Architects has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in architecture and engineering in the healthcare industry.
Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Louis A. Meilink Jr., Principal of Ballinger Architects has been named Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year in architecture and engineering in the healthcare industry. While inclusion in Cambridge Who’s Who is an honor, only one member in each discipline is named the Cambridge Who’s Who Professional of the Year. The Cambridge Who’s Who selection committee hand picks these special Who’s Who honorees based on accomplishments, academic achievement, leadership, and service.
Meilink has developed a national practice focusing on programming, planning, and design of healthcare facilities. For the last 18 years, his design solutions have helped shape the future of healthcare for academic medical centers, regional and community hospitals and major healthcare systems. Ballinger Architects is an architecture and engineering firm of distinction. A small sampling of their past clients include Bloomberg Financial, Brown University, Jersey City Medical Center, and Johns Hopkins University.
Meilink, a licensed architect in the states of New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, received his bachelors degree in architecture from Kansas State University in 1987. He is a member of American Institute of Architects, American College of Healthcare Architects, AFHE, and Academy on Architecture for Health. Meilink is an author and frequent speaker for organizations such as the Association of American Medical Colleges and The American Institute of Architects.
About Cambridge Who’s Who
The mission of Cambridge Who’s Who is to ensure that Cambridge members receive recognition, support and credibility to advance their careers. Cambridge Who’s Who is also committed to delivering the highest quality networking resource for job recruitment, career enhancement and new business development.
Cambridge Who’s Who members have exclusive access to the biographical information of more than 200,000 successful executives, professionals and entrepreneurs at www.cambridgewhoswho.com, where they use the database to share information, knowledge and services. Communication via the Cambridge Who’s Who registry travels in two directions, enabling Cambridge Who’s Who members to reach out when they have a business need or opportunity as well as receive information on exciting new ventures.
Contact:
Ellen Campbell
Director of Media Relations
www.cambridgewhoswho.com
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DNA Creative Media's ReNew Orleans Gains Support from Mayor Nagin and LED
In an effort to step up rebuilding while bringing much needed renewed national attention, The City of New Orleans has reached an understanding with Los Angeles based marketing and production firm DNA Creative Media, Inc. to create a community center in Mid-City New Orleans. The agreement signed by New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin and DNA Creative Media CEO Damon Harman, provides DNA two acres of land that will be devoted to the construction of the community center. A representative from the Mayor's office will work directly with DNA Creative Media in order to ensure the project progresses smoothly.
New Orleans, LA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- In an effort to step up rebuilding while bringing much needed renewed national attention, The City of New Orleans has reached an understanding with Los Angeles based marketing and production firm DNA Creative Media, Inc. to create a community center in Mid-City New Orleans.
The agreement signed by New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin and DNA Creative Media, Inc. CEO Damon Harman, provides DNA two acres of land that will be devoted to the construction of the community center. A representative from the Mayor's office will work directly with DNA Creative Media, Inc. in order to ensure the project progresses smoothly.
The construction of the community center will be documented to form a television series called ReNew Orleans, the show will be hosted by Academy Award winner Louis Gossett, Jr. In addition to the construction of the community center, ReNew Orleans will focus on the culture of New Orleans, including its distinctive food, music and people. Construction of the center is being funded privately by major national brands represented by DNA Creative Media, Inc. . Construction begins in spring 2007, with the series set to air during the fall. Harman is currently negotiating national syndication for the series.
"DNA Creative Media, Inc. is bringing an exciting public/private partnership to the City of New Orleans," said Mayor C. Ray Nagin. "This model of neighborhood development encourages others to invest and will help to accelerate the rebuilding of New Orleans."
"The support and response of New Orleans for our project has been tremendous," said Harman. "The personal attention from the mayor and Louisiana Economic Development has made this project and television series happen faster than any Hollywood studio could."
"This is a great project for New Orleans which is undergoing an energetic transformation right now. The focus and attention that ReNew Orleans will bring to this region, and the State of Louisiana in general, will clearly demonstrate that the people of Louisiana are not only successfully rebuilding but also creating a future filled with new opportunities," Donald M. Pierson, Jr. CEcD of the Louisiana Economic Development.
Harman founded DNA Creative Media, Inc. in 2006 as a full service advertising/marketing agency with a niche specialization in branded programming. DNA is promoting a new type of branded entertainment, with full sponsorship involvement. Each of the ReNew Orleans sponsors is directly involved in all aspects of construction and the television series surrounding of the center. Using this new model, Harman hopes to produce multiple seasons of the ReNew Orleans program. "We hope to improve New Orleans block by block," said Harman.
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Robare Custom Homes Commits to Improve Residential Fire Safety in San Antonio by Including Permanent Escape Ladders in All New Homes
Top San Antonio-based homebuilder now installing the PEARL escape ladder in all new homes on the heels of a tragic house fire that killed former Texas State Senator and San Antonio native Frank Madla at the end of last year. Robare Custom Homes is the first homebuilder in San Antonio to offer permanent escape ladders as a standard feature in new homes.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today announced that San Antonio-based Robare Custom Homes is now installing the PEARL escape ladder in all new homes. The company's decision comes on the heels of a tragic house fire that killed former Texas State Senator and San Antonio native Frank Madla at the end of last year. Robare Custom Homes is the first homebuilder in San Antonio to offer permanent escape ladders as a standard feature in new homes.
"This tragedy made me rethink what I needed to do to protect my own family from fire. As soon as I saw PEARL, I knew I wanted it in my kids' upstairs bedrooms. And, as a homebuilder, I feel obligated to provide the same level of fire safety in the homes we build," said Mike Robare, president of Robare Custom Homes.
Robare Custom Homes will introduce PEARL in its Rockwall Ranch neighborhood in northeast San Antonio. Every two story home will include one PEARL ladder in a centrally-located upstairs bedroom, with the option for homebuyers to install additional ladders at a minimal cost. Rockwall Ranch is a sprawling luxury residential community of secluded homes located on 1200 acres in Texas's rolling hill country.
A study recently conducted by the National Fire Protection Association uncovered that nearly 75 percent of the nation's fire departments still do not have enough fire stations, or the firefighters to staff them, to achieve the widely recognized response-time guidelines. In effect, it is extremely critical for residents to have a safe and readily-available alternative means of escape from upstairs rooms in case fire rescue personnel are not able to arrive on the scene in time.
The PEARL escape ladder meets these requirements. Because PEARL can be permanently installed into the interior wall space below second and third-story windows, homeowners have peace of mind knowing they have an easy-to-use means of escape right where they need it, when they need it.
Since its October 2005 debut, PEARL has become one of the most recognized home safety products in the marketplace. PEARL received the 2006 Product Innovation Award from the Home Safety Council as well as several other building product awards. PEARL has also been featured in two different episodes of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and has been showcased on NBC's "Today" and CBS's "The Early Show." For more information about PEARL Protected, visit www.pearlprotected.com">www.pearlprotected.com.
About PEARL Protected
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, PEARL Protected is redefining the standards of home and fire safety through its patented, breakthrough product -- PEARL -- a revolutionary Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder that can be quickly and easily deployed in the event of a residential fire or other home emergency. It is currently available through a variety of channels, including the nation's largest homebuilders and building supply dealers. PEARL can also be ordered directly through the PEARL Protected website (www.pearlprotected.com) or via phone at 800.374.5737.
For more information, contact:
David Duley, Co-founder and CEO
PEARL Protected
800.519.1887
david @ pearlprotected.com
For media inquiries and product images, contact:
Hannah C. Bower
Bower Communications
404.371.3989
hannah @ bower-communications.com
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Manhattan Hotel Developer Hank Freid Creates “Chic Hostel” Accommodations Broadway Hotel & Hostel On The Upper West Side Has Upgraded Property With Plasma TVs, Fireplaces and Screening Room – All For The Starting Price of $26 a Night!
NEW YORK (BusinessWire EON/PRWEB ) April 19, 2007 -- For the young budget traveler, there are approximately 2500 hostel beds on Manhattan’s Upper West Side*, but now 350 of those beds offer a hip experience to go along with a utilitarian place to sleep. Hank Freid’s Broadway Hotel & Hostel (www.Broadwayhotelnyc.com), located at the corner of Broadway and 101st Street, have undergone renovations and now boasts upscale amenities such as plasma TV’s, fireplaces and a movie screening room.
Freid’s “chic hostel” concept is part of his company’s overall vision for the hotel industry in New York, which has been about delivering atmosphere and style to hotel goers -- but at affordable prices. Freid recently accomplished this with his Marrakech Hotel NYC at 103rd and Broadway, where guests can enjoy upscale hotel amenities and services within a fashionable, Morroccan-themed setting, starting at only $129 per night. “I’m trying to do with hostels what I’ve done in the hotel sector,” said Freid, whose NYC-based company The Impulsive Group oversees and manages his hotel properties. “I wanted the Broadway Hotel & Hostel to break away from the conventions of the typical youth hostel. I want to make the New York City experience as memorable as possible for any age or budget.”
The Broadway Hotel & Hostel opened in July of 2006 with 350 beds throughout 125 rooms (25 of these are private for groups and families). Six months ago, Freid completely renovated all of the dormitory rooms adding such comforts as European bed linens, ceiling fans, in-room vanities, tiled floors and a Mediterranean color palette. The private rooms were also upgraded, and now boast down comforters, down pillows, Ecco natural bath products, shower massage heads and Asian-influenced furniture.
Work is now complete on the 2,500 square foot recreational common area, which is far more than “a typical hostel hangout room with posters and a pool table,” says Freid. “There will be opportunities to sit by a fire and read a book, enjoy movies in hi def, or chat with other guests in a fashionable setting – just like one would in a trendy hotel.”
The guest lounge and facilities have exposed brick walls, accent lighting, cherry wood finishing throughout and Asian artwork. Five distinct areas include: A surround-sound theater room with couches and a plasma screen TV (replete with special movie nights), a library with modern, comfortable seating, a meeting room/living room with another flat screen TV and a fireplace, an area for eight computer kiosks and a dining room conducive to communal eating. The lobby will have a fireplace, extra seating and an expanded front desk area with espresso and cappuccino service. Additionally, the hostel will be adding guest laundry facilities and guest storage lockers.
Even with all these great amenities coming in, prices at The Broadway Hotel & Hostel are not going up. The average price for a bed will remain at $30 a night ($99-$120 for a private room). Freid’s future plans include taking his boutique ‘chic’ hostel concept to different parts of the country, such as Miami, Atlanta and California.
More about The Broadway Hotel & Hostel:
The Broadway Hotel & Hostel is conveniently located on the corner of Broadway and 101st Street, just two blocks from the No. 1 and 9 Subway, and steps from Central Park, Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, the world’s largest gothic chapel. For more information about the Broadway Hotel & Hostel: www.Broadwayhotelnyc.com; 212-865-7710; email: info@broadwayhotel.com
* Number of hostel beds was compiled using figures from www.Hostelworld.com and www.Hostelz.com.
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The Rick Weiss Apartments Celebrate Grand Opening
McCormack Baron Salazar and Desert AIDS Project will celebrate the Grand Opening of The Rick Weiss Apartments with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, April 27, 2007 at 10:30 a.m.
Palm Springs, CA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- McCormack Baron Salazar and Desert AIDS Project will celebrate the Grand Opening of The Rick Weiss Apartments with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, April 27, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. The Grand Opening will culminate ceremonies which began with a dedication ceremony on April 13th naming the complex in honor of Rick Weiss, late partner of Greenburg Family Foundation Founder, Earl Greenburg.
The Rick Weiss Apartments is an 80-unit affordable housing community comprised of 48 studio and 32 one-bedroom apartments, each with individual kitchens and spacious bathrooms. Other site amenities include a pool, BBQ areas, community room, and patios. The development will provide permanent housing to individuals living with HIV or AIDS and earning less than 60% of the area median income. A special set aside of 28 units will target individuals with HIV/AIDS who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The complex is adjacent to the Desert AIDS Project Campus which will provide residents access to free social and medical services, such as an on-site laboratory and pharmacy, case management, vocational, nutritional, educational, legal and recreational activities.
McCormack Baron Salazar (“MBS”) is the nation’s leading for-profit developer of economically integrated urban neighborhoods. Since 1973, the firm has developed 116 developments in 28 cities. In partnership with local community leaders, grassroots organizations and major institutions, McCormack Baron Salazar has created healthy, successful communities. “McCormack Baron Salazar has developed over 100 developments throughout this country, but none more challenging or rewarding than this one. Desert Aids Project, the City of Palm Springs, the County of Riverside and the State of California worked cooperatively in unprecedented fashion to create this one of a kind development,” said Tony Salazar, President of McCormack Baron Salazar West Coast Operations.
Desert AIDS Project at the Greenburg-Peet Family Center is the organization where people living with HIV and AIDS can receive comprehensive services to help manage HIV Disease. The D.A.P. offers primary medical care through its Wells Fargo HIV Health Center, and provides widespread education and prevention services for schools, civic organizations, businesses, churches and health organizations throughout the communities it serves. David Brinkman, Executive Director of Desert AIDS Project, stated, “Desert AIDS Project is very proud of the collaborative efforts of the partnership that created this development. It’s incredibly exciting that we have directly affected one of the most disturbing issues in the Coachella Valley – a lack of affordable housing and resulting homelessness for people affected by HIV and AIDS.”
Financing for the $11,002,000 development was provided by California Debt Limit Allocation Committee, California Department of Housing and Community Development (Multi-Family Housing Program), California Housing Finance Agency, California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, City of Palm Springs (Community Redevelopment Agency), County of Riverside (Economic Development Agency) and Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (Affordable Housing Program). Equity is provided by AIG SunAmerica Affordable Housing Partners, Inc.
“This truly was a public-private partnership that required the total support and participation from the local, county, and state governmental agencies, a non-profit sponsor and a for profit partner,” noted Tony Salazar.
Architectural design services were provided by the local firm of Interactive Design Corporation, Reuel Young, Principal. The General Contractor was AP Residential Southwest out of Phoenix and Construction Administration was provided by Logistics CM.
Media Contacts:
Cheryl Tamura
(213) 236-2688
Lillian R. Ryan
(314) 335-2882
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DAVACO Retail Services Increases Warehouse Space; Global Logistics and Consolidation Division Grows to Meet National Retailers' Needs
DAVACO Inc. Retail Services announces that the company has relocated and expanded its consolidation and logistical operations facility with the opening of its new 150,000 square foot warehouse and division office in Nashville, Tenn.
Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- DAVACO Inc., the leading national provider of retail services, announced today that the company has relocated and expanded its consolidation and logistical operations facility with the opening of its new warehouse and division office in Nashville, Tenn. Designed to further support the company's national retail clients' growing needs, the new warehouse with over 150,000 square feet offers additional capacity and a central location with easy access to major domestic and international markets.
"DAVACO's new warehouse offers our clients a more expansive resource for their store assets and supplies, and gives them greater flexibility to increase their inventory and fulfillment requirements," said Mark Roberson, vice president of global logistics and consolidation, DAVACO Inc. "That, combined with our dedicated and experienced logistics and consolidation team, provides the assurance that DAVACO can continue to meet our clients' future needs."
DAVACO's new facility allows the company to continue to build on it global logistics and consolidation capabilities, which focuses on the overall movement and corresponding logistics, consolidation and fulfillment of store assets and supplies. DAVACO's global logistics and consolidation services range from the management and maintenance of ongoing client requirements for warehousing, consolidation, movement and securing of client brand assets and other owner furnished items, to the coordination of all the details for store initiatives such as opening kits, promotional and seasonal graphics, fixture packages and any other required elements needed at the individual store level.
"DAVACO offers the most extensive range of retail services that can be utilized individually or integrated into a comprehensive program that is executed by DAVACO's nationwide team of experts providing quality management and execution of high-volume rollouts, retrofits, resets and new stores," said Rick Davis, CEO.
The warehouse is located at 800 Space Park Drive South, Building H, Nashville, Tenn., 37211. The warehouse is just minutes from the Nashville airport and major United States highways.
About DAVACO Inc.
DAVACO, the national leading provider of retail services, specializes in the quality management and execution of in-store merchandising, shop-in-shops and high-volume rollouts, retrofits, resets, and new stores. DAVACO offers a comprehensive range of services that helps retailers maximize brand presence and profitability at retail. Services include: ▪ Rollouts, retrofits, resets and remodels ▪ Fixture and graphics installations ▪ Project services ▪ Project management ▪ Hard- and soft-line merchandising ▪ Site and marketing surveys ▪ Logistics and consolidation ▪ Design services ▪ Strategic sourcing/procurement management. Founded in 1990, the company is based in Dallas, Texas, with over 600 employees across the country. For more information, visit www.davacoinc.com.
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Stone Series Equates To Rustic Elegance
Diamond Tech Tiles brings a touch of the outdoors in with a new natural stone mosaics and accent line. Its durability and value are certain to set the standard of "affordable luxury," the hallmark of all Diamond Tech Tile products.
Tampa, FL (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Diamond Tech Tiles brings a touch of the outdoors in with a new natural stone mosaics and accent line. Diamond Tech's Stone Series is hewed from natural stone, bringing luxurious warmth and beauty to any setting. Its durability and value are certain to set the standard of "affordable luxury," the hallmark of all Diamond Tech Tile products.
"Because it is a quarried stone, it has a natural earthy quality with random shading and subtle veining," said Rita LeVine, Marketing Director, Diamond Tech Tiles. "Natural stone holds up extremely well over time, taking on a distinctive old world charm."
Natural stone tile has been a flooring material as long as there have been finished floors. Our marble and granite is cut very precisely into shaped tiles of various sizes that can be installed as just like any manufactured tile. Diamond Tech Tiles offers three distinctive finishes: polished, honed and tumbled. The honed and tumbled stone possess a distressed and textured finish that can be very attractive as well as slip resistant.
Diamond Tech's decorative offering of basket weaves, octagon and dots, hexagons, 5/8" mosaics, 5" x 6" tiles, pencils and chair rail lend a rustic elegance to any floor, wall or backsplash and allow for greater design creativity for all who use it. Whether in the living area, entryway or bathroom, the Stone Series Mosaics and Accents versatility makes any room a landscape for a unique creation. To learn more about the New Stone Series visit www.diamondtechtiles.com
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Chief Becomes AIA Cornerstone Partner
Offering more effective communication with architects
Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Chief® Manufacturing Inc., the industry leader in mounting solutions, is excited to announce a Cornerstone Partnership with the American Institute of Architects (AIA). With the new partnership, Chief will be better able to educate and serve the mounting needs of architects, consultants and designers.
AIA represents the professional interests of American architects, and is "the voice of the architectural profession and the resource for its members in service to society." By being a part of the AIA Cornerstone Partner program, Chief will be more effectively able to communicate with architects nationwide.
Chief's offers a variety of resources for architects and designers, including a newly designed Design Center website. The site is focused on helping architects, consultants and interior designers to integrate technology into projects, while respecting the integrity of the structure and overall design.
With the website, architects and designers can get up-to-date information, specifications and drawings on the largest line of mounting solutions worldwide for flat panels and projectors. Find state-of-the-art solutions and easily download related documents in minutes. The site features a "product specs" tab with downloads for CAD drawings and
Technical Manuals, CSI specs coming soon! The "FAQ" section makes it easy to choose the right custom or universal mount for your application. Users can also register on the site to receive the latest news and product updates from Chief. Access the site at www.designcenter.chiefmfg.com.
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Penetron Receives BASTA Registration
ICS Penetron International receives BASTA registration, a system that helps identify and eliminate the use of these highly toxic and dangerous chemical substances from construction products. Penetron continues to provide superior products that are also safe and friendly for the environment. The BASTA system is expected to become an integral part of the European Union Chemicals registration system.
East Setauket, NY (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- ICS Penetron International Ltd., a leading manufacturer of integral crystalline waterproofing products, announces the receipt of the BASTA registration.
According to a survey made by the Swedish Chemicals Inspectorate there are over 3,000 chemical substances in construction products. Approximately 35% of the chemical products used by the construction industry contain hazardous substances that cause cancer, are mutagenic or toxic to reproduction or accumulate in our bodies. The large volumes of materials plus the long life span of buildings, increases the impact of these products on our health and environment. By avoiding the use of such substances during the construction process, there is less likely to be dangers to the construction workers, the environment and ultimately to the people who will live and work in these buildings.
In 2003, the Swedish Environmental Research Institute joined forces with notable construction industry leaders, NCC, Skanska, JM and Peab to form the BASTA system as a way to identify and eliminate the use of these highly toxic and dangerous chemical substances from construction products.
In the near future, the BASTA system will become an integral part of the European Union Chemicals registration system, REACH. This coming system of registration will require that the building sectors of all EU countries will have to register its building products chemicals to meet the same demands that Penetron has already met under the BASTA system.
"Penetron is pleased to be registered under the BASTA initiative as it is in keeping with our one of our core goals of providing products that are not only the best performing in their class but that are also safe to both humans and the environment alike," said Robert Revera, CEO of ICS Penetron International Ltd. "This registration underlines our health and environmental responsibilities and our preparedness to meet the coming EU Chemicals legislation, REACH."
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Miter Saw Stand Prevents Body Pains, Says Trojan Tools Expert
A sturdy sawhorse or saw stand can boost productivity and bring relief from physical abuse.
(PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Contractors often take a physical beating in their day-to-day work. Over time, this can cripple productivity and even cause early retirement. According to Trojan Tools experts, a sturdy miter saw stand can be the solution.
Heavy lifting, punishment from vibrating power tools, bending over and kneeling in unusual positions are all part of a contractor's job description. Products that alleviate this torment and extend a healthy career are sorely needed.
One source of suffering is the use of power saws, particularly miter and table saws that seem to get heavier each year. Some contractors, to save time, get on their hands and knees and use them on the floor. Bending, pushing and lifting, however, create agonies that are hard for many journeymen to ignore.
David Reid heads a remodeling company in Saratoga Springs, New York. "I use three saws -- two tile saws and a 12-inch compound miter saw -- all of which weigh in the vicinity of 100 pounds. I used to roll them out on a cart, then lift them up and put them on sawhorses. It took a lot of time and effort. I had to drag the sawhorses out of my trailer, set them up, lift the saws onto them and then try to maneuver the whole setup around."
Reid recently found a solution with a portable miter saw stand from Trojan Manufacturing. "These saw stands require no time and effort. They allow me to bring the saws in wherever I'm using them and just set them up. Setup takes less than a minute and speeds up jobs tremendously."
The physical strain has disappeared, enabling Reid to keep his career even working by himself. "The stands have 10-inch pneumatic tires on them so they just roll everywhere. I don't have to lift the full weight of the saws anymore. The stands are designed in a way that enable me to work alone, and I could never do that before."
Sawhorses, like the miter saw stand, should lighten backbreaking labor but are often heavy, hard to carry, and time consuming to make.
"The majority of construction people build their own horses," says Dale Croy, a general contractor from Arcadia, Florida. But, "We end up leaving them on the job. They always get rickety and wobble all over the place. You only get maybe a couple of jobs out of them."
To solve the problem, Croy tried four different store-bought solutions. "All they did was make me mad. You put your stuff on them, you get enough weight on them and rock them the wrong way and they fall. All the stuff falls on the ground."
Croy found a sturdy, reliable and portable Trojan sawhorse built with the professional contractor in mind.
Croy appreciates their versatility. "I can break them down in seconds and store them in my trailer. They save a lot of room. I have 3 sets. I can drop a lot of boards on these, which I could never do with wooden horses. I would have to take one piece at a time, work on it, and then move it. With these I can drop a whole bunch and just go to work on them."
With an excellent miter saw stand and sawhorse, contractors can count on a higher level of painless production.
Trojan Tools
Jeff O'Mealy
http://www.trojantools.com
(800) 745-2120
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Eggers Industries Selects BuyDesign Guided Selling and Configuration Software from TDCI
Solution will streamline quoting and ordering of premium quality commercial wood doors and related products.
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- TDCI, Inc. (TDCI), a leading enterprise software solution provider, announced today that Eggers Industries, a leading manufacturer of premium quality architectural wood doors, door frames, architectural plywood and components, has selected TDCI's BuyDesign® software to provide their dealers, distributors and internal sales representatives with advanced product configuration, visualization, quoting and ordering capabilities. BuyDesign is a comprehensive guided selling and configuration solution developed to streamline the sales process for customized products. BuyDesign helps companies that manufacture products with a wide range of features, options, and dimensions increase sales by becoming 'easy to do business with' while at the same time helping them improve profitability by reducing order processing time, cost and errors.
Eggers will implement BuyDesign Channel Sales as an online application accessed by dealers and distributors via the web. The BuyDesign Configurator will also be integrated with Eggers' existing ERP system (Frontier from Friedman Corporation) to provide consistent configuration capabilities across all sales and customer service processes using a single repository of product data. BuyDesign Flex2D will provide dynamic generation of configuration-specific drawings for visualization purposes, and for inclusion in bid packages. In later phases of deployment, additional BuyDesign applications will be considered for the 'interest generation' and 'requirements capture' steps of the sales process.
"We selected BuyDesign because its configuration engine has the flexibility to handle the feature, option, and dimensional configuration requirements of all of our products, and because BuyDesign offers a broad range of supporting applications and deployment models," said Ann Duebner, Eggers VP of Sales and Marketing. "TDCI has extensive experience in the door and window industry, so we also feel confident in their ability to support our aggressive implementation plans."
"BuyDesign's software architecture and integration tools were also an important element," added Bob Rautmann, Eggers Corporate IS Manager. "TDCI showed us that it would be easy to integrate the configuration engine and selling applications with our existing systems and we know the Microsoft technology platform will be easy to manage."
With headquarters in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, and manufacturing facilities in Two Rivers and Neenah, Wisconsin, Eggers Industries is known among Architects, Interior Designers, and Specifiers for premium-quality 5-ply architectural flush doors, true stile & rail doors and architectural plywood and components. Eggers doors have a wide range of options in terms of veneer species, grade, cut, and match; finishes; hardware; light openings; louvers; glass; and packaging. Matching custom paneling, table tops, and components are also manufactured by Eggers. Eggers products are found in commercial, healthcare, educational, hospitality, government and public buildings throughout the United States.
About TDCI and BuyDesign
TDCI is an enterprise solution provider that specializes in helping manufacturers and their distributors streamline the buying process for customized products. TDCI's BuyDesign software is a comprehensive guided selling and configuration solution developed to help companies increase sales by becoming 'easy to do business with' while improving profitability by reducing order processing time, cost, and errors. BuyDesign provides modular components for guided product selection and configuration, product visualization, quoting and ordering, drawing generation and status inquiry. It also includes applications for front-end specification capture from within popular design products such as AutoCAD and others. For more information about TDCI and BuyDesign, visit www.tdci.com.
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Thorburn Associates Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Thorburn Associates (TA) celebrates their 15th anniversary this month, providing award winning acoustical and audiovisual designs.
Castro Valley, CA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Thorburn Associates (TA) celebrates their 15th anniversary this month, providing award winning acoustical and audiovisual designs. From its roots in a small garage office to their new modern offices, Thorburn Associates has expanded literally, coast to coast with branches in California and North Carolina.
"Looking back, the years have been exciting, a little scary in their momentum and yes, quite a learning experience. TA's strengths lie in a balance of traditionalism and inventive insight for creating solutions for our clients," says TA's Steve Thorburn, co-founder and Director of Design and Engineering.
TA has taught over 6,000 hours of instruction in the AEC Industry with the belief that education is the foundation and the future.
"I couldn't be happier with TA's path-- from the start we planned for growth with the ability to adapt to changing trends and technology," says the President of TA, Lisa Thorburn. "TA's longevity and the work we've produced is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the people involved. We currently employ 18 engineers and support staff and are hiring more to better meet client needs."
TA's designs can be found around the world from Lotte World (http://www.lotteworld.com/Global_eng/) in Seoul, Korea to Baylor Univeristy (http://www.baylor.edu/) in Waco, TX to SAP Techonology (http://www.sap.com/usa/index.epx/) in Palo Alto, CA. Projects range from studios, amusement parks, houses of worship, corporate boardrooms, theaters, universities, offices, medical facilities and casinos.
"It's not often that I write to compliment design work that I paid for, but in this case it is warranted. I commend your professionalism, design expertise and follow through. Congratulations on a job well done," wrote Phil Herback, Director of Facilities at Harvey's Resort Hotel/Casino.(http://www.harrahs.com/casinos/harveys-lake-tahoe/hotel-casino/property-home.shtml) in Lake Tahoe, NV.
Thorburn Associates: 15 Years of Designing Quality Environments. Whether you're looking for acoustics, presentation lighting, audiovisual, network and structured cabling design or audio video control system design--TA has solutions for you. http://www.ta-inc.com/
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Replacement Windows Innovator, Thermal Industries, Unveils Dream®World Showroom
Thermal Industries Inc., an innovator in the replacement window industry, recently unveiled its new showroom located at the corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Thermal's virtually maintenance-free Dream®Deck and Rail products, along with the Dream®Composite Deck System create a backyard landscape enabling potential customers to envision recreation opportunities with these beautiful, functional and low-maintenance products.
Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 19, 2007 -- Thermal Industries Inc., an innovator in the replacement window industry, recently unveiled its new showroom located at the corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Also known as "Dream®World," the showroom features elements from Thermal Industries entire product line of vinyl replacement windows and outdoor living products.
"Stepping into the new showroom is like stepping into your own backyard," stated David Rascoe, President of Thermal Industries. "We wanted to provide our dealers with something unique; a place to bring clients that will help tell the product story for them. Other than having the products actually installed at home, this is really the next best thing for customers."
A showroom with a view
The showroom has two DreamspacE® 3200 Patio Enclosures on display. The marquee-style room features Thermal's signature DreamGlas® Gallery Collection, a decorative glass option that captures the distinct textured look of stained glass in an insulating window unit. Additional features include an electric wall and roof option, which provides a new dimension of lighting to the enclosure. Two skylights in the roof combine to create even more openness and allow extra light into the sunroom. New brass and brushed nickel hardware options are also displayed on the room's Legance™ Sliding Patio Doors.
The cathedral-style DreamspacE® 3200 Patio Enclosure features a six-inch roof system with an R-38 insulating value, integral gutter system, skylights and twin Legance™ Sliding Patio Doors.
There's no place like home
Once customers step out of the patio enclosures, they'll feel like they are in their own backyard. Thermal Industries' virtually maintenance-free Dream®Deck and Rail products, along with the Dream®Composite Deck System create a backyard landscape enabling potential customers to envision recreation opportunities with these beautiful, functional and low-maintenance products.
A window for every season
The new showroom also includes a wide variety of double hung windows, such as Thermal's signature Dream®Wood Collection, a combination of maintenance-free vinyl and a real pine wood interior. Additional products include a garden window and a bay window featuring casement vents with Ice Diamond DreamGlas®, elegant brushed nickel hardware and a coppertone, standing seam metal hip roof.
The new showroom will also be the location for future seminars and training sessions offered by the company.
About Thermal Industries
In business for more than 47 years, Thermal Industries, Inc. (www.thermalindustries.com), a Division of Atrium Companies, manufactures custom-made vinyl windows, doors, patio enclosures, vinyl and composite deck planks and vinyl railing systems. Based in Pittsburgh, Penn., the company maintains distribution through 18 branch locations east of the Mississippi. For more information on other Thermal Industries products call 800-245-1540 ext. 1941.
About Atrium Companies, Inc.
For more than 50 years, Atrium Companies, Inc. (www.atrium.com) has offered the highest quality window and door products to meet the demands of builders, contractors and distributors in the residential construction industry. Dedicated to meeting the needs of its customers, the Atrium family of brands provides a versatile range of window and patio door products, including vinyl and aluminum models, as well as replacement and new construction product lines. A variety of window styles is also available through the Atrium family including single- and double-hung, horizontal slider, casement, tilt-and-turn and architectural shapes. Specialty products range from hurricane impact solutions with Atrium's Safe Harbor® impact-resistant windows, patio doors and hurricane window shutters, to innovative soundproofing Silent Guard™ Sound Suppression Windows. The company's portfolio of brands includes its flagship Atrium Windows and Doors brand, Superior Windows, Thermal Industries, Danvid Door and Window, HR Windows, Champion Window, Darby Door and North Star Vinyl Windows and Doors.
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April 16, 2007
Online Reverse Auctions Revolutionize the Renewable Energy Services Marketplace, Places Renewable Energy System Buyers in Driver's Seat
GoGreenSolar.com provides an innovative online marketplace for buyers and renewable energy contractors to conduct trade. Buyers post a Request for Proposal (RFP); contractors compete, posting their bids and reducing their prices to win the auction. GoGreenSolar.com has created a unique new marketplace for both buyers and contractors.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- GoGreenSolar.com provides an innovative online marketplace for buyers and contractors to conduct trade. "Buyers post a Request for Proposal (RFP); renewable energy contractors compete, posting their bids and reducing their prices to win the auction," explained Deep Patel, President/CEO of Go Green Solar, LLC. "The contractors are responsible for a small commission on each awarded contract through the marketplace -- 3 percent of the total invoice billed to the buyer." With GoGreenSolar.com, it's the buyer's demand that drives down prices. Consumers decide the maximum amount they are willing to pay for a service. Then, essentially, they select the contractor who's willing to come down to their price level. This "reverse auction" format creates a revolutionary way for buyers to secure renewable energy services. GoGreenSolar.com has created a unique new marketplace for both buyers and contractors. Its reverse online auctions service is a powerful tool that anyone can use to procure their renewable energy services.
Go Green Solar is the first company to offer such comprehensive access to online reverse auctions for renewable energy services, according to Patel. As a result, consumers and businesses can enjoy a variety of benefits which include:
Buyers can upload pictures, blueprints, roofing diagrams to assist contractors to make accurate bids.
Contractors have access to state of the art satellite and aerial surveying before bidding.
Buyers can review contractor feedback and past projects before awarding a contract.
Contractors have the ability to create branded portfolios, which showcase past projects.
Marketplace conserves time for both buyers and contractors.
Although GoGreenSolar.com primarily caters to buyers, Patel emphasized, the site is not intended to undermine contractors. "Contractors have the power to determine how much they want to sell their service for," he added. "Contractors are not forced to bid; they decide what their limit is." GoGreenSolar.com offers valuable benefits to contractors wanting to take advantage of online auctions. There are no subscription, posting or fees to bid, so they can use it completely free. Contractors also can receive free email notifications when buyers post in their selected category.
For more information about how Go Green Solar's online reverse auctions are impacting the renewable energy industry, visit www.gogreensolar.com. or contact the company directly at info @ gogreensolar.com.
About GoGreenSolar.com
GoGreenSolar.com provides an innovative online marketplace for buyers and renewable energy contractors to conduct trade. Buyers post a Request for Proposal (RFP); contractors compete, posting their bids and reducing their prices to win the auction.
Website: http://www.gogreensolar.com
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NewHomeGuide.com Makes Finding Your Next new Home Easier and Faster
New Home Leader creates Rapid Request functionality to assist busy, on-the-go home buyers.
Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- NewHomeGuide.com unveiled the new name for its "quick and easy information" functionality, Rapid Request, that assists busy consumers with the new home buying process.
Rapid Request allows new home buyers to quickly and easily get information on several new home communities, builders and home plans, all at once. You provide a few select criteria and we give you up to 10 of the closest matching home plans or communities. All you do is enter your information once, and we mail you brochures on these great communities. It's for people who are looking to buy a new home and don't have a lot of time to spend searching the Internet.
This is just part of the new and improved site which also boasts a fresh, modern look and sophisticated design, while providing detailed profiles of new home builders and new homes. The site also features user-friendly functionality, such as the ability to save search results and share selected real estate with friends and family.
Jonathan Ford, Vice President of NewHomeGuide.com, says, "We understand how busy our consumers are and that they need time to review all the information before making this important buying decision. Rapid Request gets it there fast and lets them review everything at home...on their time."
Consumers will appreciate the new functionality, while builders will benefit from the opportunity to provide more detailed follow up information to home buyers at the beginning of the home buying process. "This is just another way we add value to our offering of connecting buyers with builders," says Emily Boyd, Director of National Business of the New Homes Division.
About New Home Guide
NewHomeGuide.com launched in January 2001 and is a top on-line resource for buying a new home by providing information on new home communities, builders and home plans in more than 600 cities. Each listing offers everything a home buyer needs to know when buying a new home, including community descriptions, maps, school district information, photos, floor plans, pricing and much more.
Consumer Source's Homes division consists of 26 comprehensive directories published in 15 states. Providing accurate information about all new home communities in a given area.
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Kentwood Springs Bottled Water to Serve as Official Water Supplier of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Episode
Company Provided Water Delivery; Staff Lent a Hand on the Set
Kentwood, LA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- Kentwood Springs, a DS Waters bottled water brand, was pleased to provide its water delivery service as the official water supplier of the April 8, 2007, episode of the ABC television show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. The bottled water company provided 120 five-gallon bottles of water as well as hot cocoa and coffee for use by the crew and volunteers on the shoot, which took place in Brandon, Mississippi, and is serviced by the Jackson, Mississippi, branch of Kentwood Springs.
But Kentwood Springs' involvement went beyond a straightforward donation of its water delivery service and its products. Local Route Operations Manager Chris Derouen not only visited the set multiple times to ensure that the water delivery had been made, but he, his wife, and several of his associates also remained to help out with the building of the house itself. From hauling bricks to cleaning up debris, Chris and his associates literally got their hands dirty throughout the seven-day shoot.
"Not only was I glad to be able to get the word out about Kentwood Springs and our quality bottled water, but I also was thrilled to be able to volunteer on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and to make a difference," said Derouen. "I had never before volunteered at this magnitude, and I found a great sense of enjoyment and pride in my involvement and in being able to help a deserving family get a beautiful new home."
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition airs on ABC on Sunday evenings. For more information about the television show, including details on upcoming episodes, please visit abc.go.com/primetime/xtremehome.
About Kentwood Springs
In 1963, the founders of Kentwood Springs Water Company went on a quest for pure water. They found it in a deep artesian spring in the woods of Kentwood, Louisiana. Since then, we have been bottling Kentwood and providing water delivery to homes, offices and retail outlets across Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.
About DS Waters
Created in 2003, DS Waters is the parent company, producer and distributor of bottled water products across the United States under the brand names Alhambra®, Belmont Springs®, Crystal Springs®, Hinckley Springs®, Kentwood Springs®, Sierra Springs® and Sparkletts® as well as the parent company of Roast2Coast, a coffee delivery service . The company, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is the U.S. leader in home and office water delivery, with a focus on three-gallon, five-gallon and 1/2-liter single serve bottled water products. Water is bottled at more than 25 manufacturing facilities and then delivered by a fleet of over 2,000 delivery trucks to millions of homes and offices across the country. DS Waters employs approximately 4,600 people in more than 40 states.
About Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," which has won back-to-back Emmy Awards as Best Reality Program (non-competitive), is in its 4th season on ABC. The program is produced by Endemol USA, a division of Endemol Holding. Denise Cramsey is the executive producer; and David Goldberg is the president of Endemol USA.
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A Plus Inplant Office Buildings Qualify for Accelerated Depreciation According to Recent Tax Laws
A Plus inplant offices and buildings can be completely dismantled, relocated and reassembled. Therefore they can be depreciated over 7 years as opposed to 39 years as required for conventional construction.
Lynn, MA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- A Plus Warehouse designs, delivers and installs inplant offices and inplant buildings nationwide. The prefabricated inplant offices are made by National Partitions, PortaKing, Portafab, and other fine names. A Plus Warehouse National Partitions buildings are available nationwide with factory installation. Both the offices and buildings are available with or without load bearing roofs.
A Plus inplant offices can be used as administrative offices, shipping and receiving offices, cafeterias and break rooms, conference rooms, sound, paint and dust enclosures, janitorial supply rooms, clean rooms, plant foreman's office or computer and engineering labs. They also provide prefabricated mezzanines to accompany modular offices.
All systems feature a non-progressive design and easily accessible electrical wire ways for simple reconfigurations or expansions. Inplant modular components are reusable and interchangeable, making moves & changes to a new location possible.
Plus, inplant offices are completed in about 25 percent of the time of permanent construction and can save up to 50 percent of total project costs compared to traditional construction; they also allow drastically reduced down time with no mess, dust or debris.
Often, an inplant office can be installed over the weekend, ready for occupancy (and work) Monday morning in a clean, quiet, comfortable environment.
All material is pre-cut, mitered and comes completely finished requiring no sanding or painting. Customers can choose from a wide variety of materials, finishes and colors allowing owners, architects and contractors the freedom to design offices from high profile administrative offices to industrial applications.
A Plus Warehouse offers the finest structural performance in the industry. The wire studs act as true structural posts, which are capable of carrying increased load and spanning up to 50 feet without the use of additional structural steel or post inserts.
The A Plus design and manufacturing process includes several quality checks to ensure that each job is built to each customer's expectations. For example, customers can add a second story, tear down one big office and construct two smaller ones.
Manufacturing is quality controlled at each step: from raw materials through paint line, resulting in a product that will provide customers with years of maintenance-free use. A Plus Warehouse inplant offices and buildings are rugged and durable, and will continue to meet business facility space needs for years to come.
To learn more about inplant offices and buildings, call A Plus Warehouse today at 800-209-8798 or visit www.apluwhs.com.
About A Plus Warehouse
A Plus Warehouse is an online business-to-business distributor of quality industrial equipment including storage lockers, heavy duty pallet racks, 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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CornerSource Announces New Technology Program Management Offering For Public Safety Sector
New Technology Program Management offering directed towards Public Safety and Emergency Operations Facilities.
Tampa, FL, (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- CornerSource, LLC, a provider of Technology Program Management Services, has announced today a Technology Program Management offering directed towards Public Safety and Emergency Operations Facilities. This offering is designed to enable owners, designers, architects, and construction managers to address the complex IT undertakings faced as technology design efforts for Public Safety and Emergency Operations Facilities are undertaken.
The technology requirements and specifications these types of facilities usually require input and "Buy-In" from such resources as the Police Department, the Fire Department, Local Elected Officials, State Resources, the Federal Government, and Homeland Security.
The undertaking also requires the coordinated efforts of various areas of technology expertise including; Telecommunications Services, Telephone Systems, Radio Systems, 911 Specialty Software Systems, Network Systems, Audio and Video Specialty Systems, Desktop Systems, Furniture Systems , Data Center Systems and Services
"Understanding the technology requirements and specifications of the various departments and agencies involved with Public Safety or Emergency Operations should occur early in the design process, as the design for new facility is developed." says Lawrence Shields, Managing Partner of CornerSource. "Our objective is to facilitate understanding amongst the departments and agencies, and the experts in the technology 'silos'. We work to develop that understanding into a unified technology program, or 'Basis of Technology Design'."
"Developing these requirements early on in the process allows for a two fold win," Shields continued, "It allows for budgetary requirements for all of the technologies to be better defined and put in the plan early on; and it gives everyone a sense of ownership in the overall technology program."
CornerSource was founded on the belief that the understanding of the interdependencies and common objectives in the technology solutions that will come to light through program management coordination will be vital to the concurrent completion of the converged systems.
About CornerSource, LLC:
CornerSource, LLC, based in Tampa, FL, provides Technology Program Management, and Technology Master Planning services targeted at the Casino/Resort and Hospitality Industry, the Construction and Design-Build Industry, and the Public Safety and Emergency Operations sector. For more information, please call 1-813-639-7548 or visit www.cornersource.net.
For further information, please contact:
Lawrence Shields
Managing Partner
CornerSource, LLC
813-639-7548
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles Launches 'Act! Speak! Build Week' - A Youth-Initiated Program to Advocate for Affordable Housing
Habitat for Humanity launches Act! Speak! Build! a week-long youth initiated advocacy program with local students ages 5-25.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (www.habitatla.org) announces a new youth program, "Act! Speak! Build!" Week (ASB Week). ASB Week is a national Habitat for Humanity student initiated advocacy program that empowers young people to educate themselves and their communities and move people to social action. The program is youth initiated; students come up with their own creative ideas on how to advocate for affordable housing. This week-long event takes place from April 16-22. Student groups around the world are encouraged to implement the campaign events to give the week a more unified perspective. Last year, more than 240 groups of youth registered to participate in at least one of the four campaign events during Act! Speak! Build! Week 2006.
"Today's youth are more informed, passionate and action-oriented than ever before," says Erin Rank, president/CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. "By empowering young people to help educate the community about the need for affordable housing, we believe they will inspire people of all ages and all walks of life."
Local Schools with Students Participating from Ages 5 -25:
Palms Middle School
Occidental College
St. Joan of Arc Elementary
New Horizon School Westside
California State University Dominguez Hills
South Gate Middle School
Lincoln Elementary School, Kindergarten
Park Christian
On the Move for the Globe
EKO Multi-Purpose Center, Inc.
Palm View Christian School
St. Joseph High School
City of Pico Rivera Teen Club
California Academy of Math and Science
Hudson School
Nativity Catholic School
Eagle Rock Jr. Sr. High School
Discovery Academy
Drew Middle School
Jordan High School Los Angeles
San Pedro Community Day School
"Act! Speak! Build! Week" encourages students to host speaker panels, create posters, read persuasive announcements during school, participate in a Homelessness Simulation, write persuasive letters to city council and everything else they can think of to effect change. Participating schools will be recognized nationally and locally by Habitat for Humanity International and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles and they will also be eligible to win awards and prizes. For more information about this program and other ways youth can get involved, visit www.habitatla.org and click on youth programs or call 310-323-4663, ext. 119.
About Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles
HFH GLA (www.habitatla.org) strives to eliminate poverty housing through advocacy, education and partnership with families in need to build simple, decent affordable housing. Since 1990, HFH GLA has built more than 190 homes, transforming the lives of hundreds of individuals. In the spring of 2007, HFH GLA kicked off a three-year campaign to build or renovate over 250 homes in the greater Los Angeles community. Nearly 100 of these homes will be completed with the help of over 2000 volunteers from around the world during the Jimmy Carter Work Project, a five-day build project this fall.
CONTACTS:
Erin Rank
President/CEO HFH GLA
310-323-4663 ext.102
erank(at)habitatla.org
Kristina Irwin
Starfish P.R.
310-592-2403
info(at)starfish-pr.com
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101 Steps to Buying a Home: The Ultimate Home-Buying Tutorial
One of the Internet's largest libraries of home buying advice recently added a new tutorial that explains the home buying process in great detail.
Round Rock, TX (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- In January of 2006, Home Buying Institute began publishing helpful advice for home buyers. Now, 15 months later, they have announced the latest addition to their home buying resource website -- a tutorial that outlines the home-buying process in 101 steps.
"101 Steps to a Smoother Home-Buying Process" is the latest article to be added to Home Buying Institute's extensive library. But it's more than just an article. It's an exhaustive but well-organized examination of the home buying process, with links to dozens of related resources.
Publisher Brandon Cornett explained his motivations for creating the tutorial:
"The mission of our website is to help first-time home buyers understand the process of buying a home. This tutorial is just another step toward that goal. I designed it to be the ultimate home-buying article ... if people only visit one page on the website, I hope it's this one."
The "101 Steps" tutorial is broken up into sections that coincide with the basic steps in the home-buying process. In turn, each section links to related resources on Home Buying Institute and elsewhere on the Web. In this way, the tutorial offers value by itself, as well as being an excellent list of required reading.
The main topics include:
Preliminary considerations (credit report, budgeting, etc.)
Finding a real estate agent
House hunting
Making an offer
Choosing a type of mortgage
Applying for a mortgage loan
The home inspection
Pre-closing considerations
The real estate closing / settlement process
"It's a two-staged education," explained Cornett. "Just by reading through the tutorial, people will have a much better understanding of the home-buying process in general. And by following the links to the related resources I've provided, readers will get a secondary, more in-depth education on supplemental topics."
About the Home Buying Institute:
Home Buying Institute is one of the Internet's largest libraries of home buying tips and advice. The website offers hundreds of articles from expert authors, with new articles added every week. You'll also find mortgage calculators, real estate news, a home-buying glossary, dozens of tutorials and more. To access the tutorial mentioned in this release, visit http://www.homebuyinginstitute.com/homebuyingprocess_article11.php
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Wrecking Corporation of America Completes Demolition of Challenging Post-Tensioned Building at Tysons Corner
Challenge and danger are two characteristics of razing post-tensioned buildings. Wrecking Corporation of American, which has razed six post-tensioned buildings in recent years, recently completed demolition of another -- Liberty Crossing at Tysons Corner. "There's no room for complacency when working with post-tensioning," said Terry Anderson, Wrecking Corp EVP.
Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) April 16, 2007 -- Wrecking Corp of America recently completed demolition and excavation work at the Tysons Corner site of Liberty Crossing, the former home of Nextel, a 256,000-square-foot, 10-story post-tensioned building in McLean, Virginia. The building owner was Peterson Companies, and the general contractor was Clark Construction Group of Bethesda, Maryland.
"Post-tensioning is a method of concrete reinforcement using steel cables (tendons) that are tensioned after the concrete hardens," said Terry Anderson, executive vice president of Wrecking Corp. "Since post-tensioning has only been in use since the 1970's, very few post-tensioned buildings have been razed. Wrecking Corp has razed six post-tensioned buildings in the last few years. We feel that we have more experience than most in razing this type of structure, but each one has reacted differently during the razing process, so there is no room for complacency when working with post-tensioning."
"These buildings present a unique challenge to the demolition industry," Anderson said, "because they have the potential for a sequential collapse once some of the tendons are de-tensioned. In addition, the steel cables are dangerous because of their rubber-band-like quality; they also are difficult to process for recycling."
The Liberty Crossing project also included excavation of 100,000 cubic yards of soil and backfill of 20,000 cubic yards on site. The project was completed in six months.
About Wrecking Corporation of America
Wrecking Corporation of America took down its first downtown DC building 30 years ago. Headquartered in Alexandria, VA, Wrecking Corp. has worked on a number of high-profile projects downtown and in the surrounding metropolitan areas, including the George Washington Hospital and the Former Washington Convention Center. Wrecking Corp. specializes in the challenges of demolition and excavation on high-profile commercial projects and cramped urban sites as well as sprawling multi-building complexes. For more information, visit the Wrecking Corp. web site at www.wreckingcorp.com or call 703.823.3850.
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Alabama Nature Center Set for Grand Opening with Top Down Construction Boardwalks
Nature Bridges utilizes innovative top down construction method to help preserve wildlife during development.
Monticello, FL (PRWEB) April 15, 2007 -- Nature Bridges (naturebridges.com), specialists in top down construction through environmentally sensitive areas, announced today it has completed construction of the nature trails and boardwalks at the new Alabama Nature Center at Lanark in Millbrook, Alabama. The grand opening of the Center is set for Friday, April 20, 2007.
The completed project includes four miles of trails and boardwalks through the historic Lanark area. The $1.26 million contract began in June, 2006 and the boardwalks were completed in November 2006.
The boardwalks constructed by Nature Bridges were built using the innovative top down construction method. With top down construction, all large equipment stays on top of the new structure during the entire building process. This method provides a long-lasting structure and helps to preserve the surrounding plant and animal habitats during and after construction.
The Alabama Nature Center is a joint project of the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) and benefactors Isabel and Wiley Hill. The Center was conceptualized by the AWF board of directors in January, 2001 as an area for exploration and conservation education. In addition to the trails built by Pate Landscape and the boardwalks built by Nature Bridges that traverse the 340-acre area, Phase 1 also includes a new 4,000 square foot pavilion.
Phase II plans include the construction of a Welcome Center which will house a 2,500 square-foot hands-on Discovery Hall, a 240-seat theater, gift shop, library, 100-person multi-purpose room and office space for staff. This phase will also feature the construction of four educational classrooms with labs and three remote outdoor learning pavilions.
"The Alabama Nature Center is a tremendous asset to the state of Alabama and the Southeast," states J.D. James, president of Nature Bridges. "Our sustainable top down construction method has provided a way for everyone to enjoy the beauty of this area while preserving the indigenous wildlife. We are proud to have been a part of this incredible project."
For more information about the Alabama Nature Center, contact AWF at 1-800-822-9453 or visit alabamawildlife.org.
About the Top Down Construction Company: Nature Bridges
Located in Monticello, Florida, Nature Bridges is a leading construction firm specializing in top down construction of timber bridges and pedestrian boardwalks through environmentally sensitive areas. The company also offers a wide variety of development amenities including golf cart bridges, architecturally-designed trellises, fencing, pavilions, decks, docks, timber retaining walls as well as DOT-approved timber curbing, guardrails, and roadside walkways. For more information, contact Nature Bridges at 850-997-8585 or visit naturebridges.com.
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Sun Brite Supply of Maryland Celebrates its One Year Anniversary With Helpful Hints For Cleaning Composite Decks
Composite decking materials require different methods of cleaning. Find out why you should use professional pressure washing contractors to clean these new composite materials.
Gaithersburg, MD (PRWEB) April 15, 2007 -- Sun Brite Supply of Maryland celebrates its one year anniversary with a helpful hint for cleaning composite decks, which is something more property owners are focusing on this spring and pressure washing contractors are there to meet the need. Most consumers who opted for composite lumber for their decks did so with the idea that it would be maintenance-free and free from the kind of aging problems (warping, cracking, splitting, etc) that are often seen with pressure-treated lumber. Hindsight is always 20-20, as the old saying goes.
Today's consumers are realizing that no wood or wood product exposed to weather is going to be completely maintenance-free. Even exotic woods like Ipé require periodic cleaning and sealing as the natural oils within the wood dry out. All exterior lumber used in deck construction should be maintained every year to protect it from the elements and ground in dirt. Composite lumber varies from manufacturer to manufacturer, but it appears that all of the popular ones contain wood particles (these ground particles are called "wood flour" by the industry). That means that any of these particles on or near the surface of the board, no matter what they are mixed with, will react to Mother Nature the same way all wood does. Graying and staining are common problems - and the stuff of nightmares for deck owners. Manufacturers are getting calls every day from end users about these issues, and deck restoration contractors are stepping in with the fix. Cleaning composite decks is important to keep the material looking its best. Properly cleaning composite decks should be done with a composite wood cleaner that is designed specifically for these unique materials. Some manufacturers have suggested using bleach or oxygenated bleach to clean the wood, but the results have been varied. Most pressure washing contractors who do deck renewal are finding success through products made especially for this problem, such as Flood's Composite Wood Cleaner. The key to this particular product is in the surfactants and cleaning chemicals in its formula. This guide will give you the basic steps that should be used to get the best results when cleaning composite deck materials.
Preparing the composite deck:
Sweep debris like leaves, twigs and dirt off the deck first. Then rinse off the composite lumber to cool it off and remove heavy built up deposits of dirt and mud. Rinsing off the composite deck first will cool the surface and prevent the possibility of flash drying the composite cleaner when it's applied. Also wet down plants and grass around the deck and if necessary, Cover plants, grass, concrete and any other areas you don't want the composite cleaner getting on.
Remove any stains on composite decks first!
Use oxalic, citric or phosphoric acid-based cleaners to remove rust stains from metal furniture. These will also help remove leaf stains.
Use commercial degreasers containing propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, and various detergents for removing grease and oil stains.
Spot removers or mineral spirits may be used carefully on stubborn grease or oil stains but should be washed off quickly with water, as it can damage the grain pattern. Spot removers normally include petroleum distillates, xylene, methanol, acetone, or other organic solvents. Use caution if the composite lumber has embedded color, as some solvents may affect the appearance. As always, test your cleaner on an inconspicuous spot.
To remove light mildew wash your composite deck periodically with a cleaner that contains or is mixed with Sodium Hypochlorite.
The cleaning process:
Apply your composite deck cleaner on the railings and floor in manageable sections. Cleaning too large of an area at a time may allow the composite cleaner to dry on the surface which can cause discoloration in some materials. Once the composite cleaner has sat on the surface according to the directions, carefully power wash the surface in the direction of the grain, using less than 800 PSI. Use the pressure washer to "rinse" the surface. Avoid holding the nozzle too close to the composite surface or holding it in any one spot too long. Hold the pressure wand about 8" away from the surface and "sweep" it off in a rinsing motion. Use a "golf swing" motion, and avoid washing each square inch of the surface. Keep the wand moving smoothly over the surface to avoid leaving marks. Proper technique determines the results, so take some time to practice when you are able to. Once you have completed that section, treat the next area and continue until the job is completed.
Regular maintenance
For regular maintenance, rinse off your composite deck periodically with a hose. Even if your deck appears clean, it is important to prevent build-up of pollen and other debris. Mildew stains may occur where moisture, pollens, and/or dirt are present. Mildew needs a food source to grow, which can be grass, pollens, dirt, debris, wood and wood resins.
To repair scratches, nicks, cuts and grooves in most composite decking materials you can try using a brass wire brush. Brushing will need to be consistent with the grain of the composite material and the brushed area will weather back in approximately 8-10 weeks. Make sure you try this in a hidden area first! Some materials could become discolored or damaged from wire brushing.
High-pressure washing of composite decks is not necessary or advisable. Instead, hire a properly trained pressure washing company to do it correctly and safely. Or if you must do it yourself, use the proper-strength composite lumber cleaners to do all the work for you. Then you simply rinse using your pressure-washer. Doing it the right way means using your pressure washer to agitate slightly with moderate pressure and high water volume. Use the pressure washer responsibly. Too much pressure on the surface of composite lumber can cause damages.
For more information on composite deck cleaners or to find a pressure washing contractor in your area visit: http://www.sunbritesupplymd.com or http://www.sunbritesupply.com
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DORMA Architectural Hardware Selects Andrews as New Technical Services Representative
DORMA Architectural Hardware has named Jerome "Jerry" Andrews, CML, as Technical Services Representative to provide support for DORMA Architectural Hardware products. Andrews' focus will be on DORMA's complete line of mortise, cylindrical and deadbolt locks.
Reamstown, PA (PRWEB) April 15, 2007 -- DORMA Architectural Hardware (www.dorma-usa.com) has named Jerome "Jerry" Andrews, CML, as Technical Services Representative to provide support for DORMA Architectural Hardware products. Andrews' focus will be on DORMA's complete line of mortise, cylindrical and deadbolt locks.
Having held positions as a locksmith, lockshop owner, sales representative and product manager, Andrews brings more than 35 years of security industry experience to DORMA Architectural Hardware. A Certified Master Locksmith he has taught master keying and interchangeable core for many years.
His textbook Fundamentals of Master Keying is used by trade schools throughout the United States and Canada. He has also written numerous articles for industry publications. He resides in Cleveland, Ohio.
About DORMA Group North America
DORMA Group North America manufactures and markets a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry, with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. Part of The DORMA Group worldwide, DORMA Group North America comprises DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, Modernfold, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, and DORMA Entrance Systems -- which markets products and services under the DORMA Automatics, Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Controls brands.
DORMA Group North America offerings include safety and security products, locks, door closers, exit devices, glass hardware and patch fittings, sliding and swinging automatic doors, revolving doors and operable partitions.
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Homes For Our Troops to Build Specially Adapted Home for Severely Wounded New Milford, New Jersey Veteran
Homes For Our Troops founder, John Gonsalves, announced the beginning of 2nd NJ project.
New Milford, NJ (PRWEB) April 15, 2007 -- 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 Cpl. Visnu Gonzalez.
On April 21st, 2004, while serving in Iraq, Visnu was shot by a sniper, severing his spinal cord in the C-6, C-7 level. He also received a shot to his left subclavian artery that caused severe bleeding and near death. Despite surgery to stabilize his vertebra, today, Cpl Gonzalez remains paralyzed from the upper chest down.
Visnu's home is the second such project that Homes for Our Troops is undertaking in NJ. In Wharton, NJ, Homes for Our Troops is currently building a brand new, barrier-free home for SPC James Benoit was severely wounded Sept. 8, 2005, by a roadside bomb attack in Iraq that severely wounded his backside, and left him confined to a wheelchair with the long-term prognosis that he may never walk again without assistance.
Now Homes for Our Troops is hoping to duplicate the local business involvement and the community volunteerism in the Bergen County area for another wounded American Hero. Homes for Our Troops has committed to building a home for Visnu to suit his living needs now that he is confined to a wheelchair. We will be calling on local residents and businesses to donate building materials, services, professional building labor and monetary donations to help with Visnu's home.
A ground breaking event for this project is scheduled for June 3, 2007 (details to follow)
Who: Homes For Our Troops, Inc., a Taunton, MA based non-profit organization that (at no cost to the veterans they serve) provides specially adaptive housing to severely wounded veterans returning from the War on Terror,: www.homesforourtroops.org
Cpl. Visnu Gonzalez and members of the local community:
http://www.homesforourtroops.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Cpl_Visnu_Gonzalez
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Solar Innovations Gives Tips on Reducing Energy Costs in Greenhouses
Solar Innovations, a manufacturer of custom and standard design greenhouses, offers money saving ideas on becoming a prosperous greenhouse grower without over paying for energy. The endless alternatives in accessories offered by Solar Innovations, combined with their money saving suggestions, help growers to put together an energy efficient, highly functional greenhouse. Navigate through Solar Innovations Greenhouses pages to review all the greenhouse design options and available accessories.
Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) April 14, 2007 -- Solar Innovations, a manufacturer of custom and standard design greenhouses, offers money saving ideas on becoming a prosperous greenhouse grower without over paying for energy. The endless alternatives in accessories offered by Solar Innovations, combined with their money saving suggestions, help growers to put together an energy efficient, highly functional greenhouse. Navigate through Solar Innovations Greenhouses pages to review all the greenhouse design options and available accessories.
If an existing greenhouse is not energy efficient, many improvements can be made. A few examples include:
- Sealing all air leaks. Caulk and weather-strip window frames, door frames, or any other openings. Lubricate louvers and keep vents in good operating condition to ensure a tight seal. Seal cracks in the walls and repair any holes in the plastic or glass.
- Insulating the existing foundation and sidewalls. Insulate the sides of an existing knee wall with insulation boards; remember to leave a small airspace between the insulation and the sidewall to prevent freezing.
- Using shades or thermal blankets. Up to 85% of greenhouse heat loss happens at night. Shades or thermal blankets can reduce this energy loss by 20-50%. Open shades or thermal blankets six to twelve inches at a time to allow air temperatures to mix naturally, ensuring a less dramatic change in temperature.
- Leaving shades open during snowstorms. This allows heat to reach the roof and prevent snow accumulation.
Solar Innovations' greenhouse designs incorporate numerous energy saving strategies and components. "Solar Innovations will assist the customer in creating the most economical, ideal growing environment by recommending the best control systems and accessories to benefit the customer." Their superior system and accessories are tested and certified to meet the most stringent requirements. Many schools and institutions, including Yale University and Franklin and Marshall College, have chosen Solar Innovations to meet their greenhouse needs. In addition, Solar Innovations is a popular choice for restoration greenhouse projects such as Blithewold Gardens in Rhode Island.
Review Solar Innovations greenhouse shades or any of the available accessories, including heaters, coolers, benches, fans, foggers, misting systems, shelving, hangers, and more when you view the standard greenhouse page or the custom greenhouse page. These pages provide links to greenhouse accessories which describe recommended usage, purpose, and performance to give customers pertinent information for making important purchase decisions.
To obtain more information or review all the greenhouse options Solar Innovations can provide, please contact Solar via their Webpage or call (800) 618-0669. Solar Innovations will provide customers with the most applicable solution for any greenhouse need.
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National Fire Sprinkler Association to Honor Robert "Mac" McLeod with Golden Sprinkler Award at 2007 Annual Seminar & Exhibition
Top Sprinkler Industry Award honors McLeod's 15 years of advancing the fire sprinkler concept.
Patterson, NY (PRWEB) April 14, 2007 -- The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA), the longest-tenured fire sprinkler advocacy organization in the U.S., has announced that Robert "Mac" McLeod, former Vice President of the NFSA, will be this year's Golden Sprinkler Award recipient. McLeod will accept the award at a special presentation on Thursday, May 3, at the 2007 NFSA Annual Seminar & Exhibition in Las Vegas.
"The coveted Golden Sprinkler Award recognizes outstanding contributions by an individual to the fire sprinkler industry," said John Viniello, President of NFSA. "Throughout his career in the fire services industry and the NFSA, Mac's energy, enthusiasm, and belief in the benefits of fire sprinklers have been contagious. He represents the very best of what the Golden Sprinkler Award stands for and the NFSA is honored to present him with this award."
In receiving the Golden Sprinkler Award, Mr. McLeod joins fellow industry-changing leaders, including Frank J. Fee III, President of The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.; and Gene Endthoff, author of The Fire Sprinkler Guide; as recipients of the Golden Sprinkler Award.
Mr. McLeod began his career in the fire service industry in Florida -- where he started as a Probationary Firefighter in 1955 and quickly moved up through the ranks as Senior Captain, Battalion Captain, Training Director, and Executive Battalion Captain of Emergency Services. Mr. McLeod joined the NFSA in 1984 as a Regional Manager. Over the next 15 years, he served the sprinkler industry by driving a series of initiatives for the organization, including:
Leading National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) exam preparation and education
Representing the fire sprinkler industry as a member of Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI), developing building safety and fire prevention codes
Serving on the Fire and Life Safety Committee, that promotes firefighter safety through education and training.
Mr. McLeod later became NFSA's first director of training and education and was later promoted to the position of director of regional operations. He went on to become vice president of regional operations, where he supervised NFSA regional managers across the nation, and drove the growth of the fire sprinkler industry at the local level.
Mr. McLeod retired from the NFSA in 1999, but is still a valued supporter and friend of the association. Today he resides in Sarasota, FL with his wife Joann.
For more information on this year's NFSA Golden Sprinkler Award recipient and the NFSA Annual Seminar & Exhibition, please visit the NFSA Web site: www.nfsa.org.
About the National Fire Sprinkler Association
Established in 1905, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) is the voice of the fire sprinkler industry. NFSA leads the drive to get life-saving fire sprinklers into all buildings; provides support and resources for its members - fire sprinkler contractors, manufacturers and suppliers; and educates authorities having jurisdiction of fire control matters. Headquartered in Patterson, N.Y., NFSA has regional operations offices throughout the country. www.nfsa.org.
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Silverdell Appoints New Finance Director
Award Winning Silverdell Plc and leading UK asbestos services provider, is pleased to announce that it has today appointed Chris Sims as the Company's Finance Director, effective immediately.
(PRWEB) April 14, 2007 -- Award Winning Silverdell Plc and leading UK asbestos services provider, is pleased to announce that it has today appointed Chris Sims as the Company's Finance Director, effective immediately.
Chris brings over fifteen years of PLC experience from the construction and support services sectors. From 1999 to 2007 he was Finance Director and Company Secretary of Brandon Hire PLC, one of the UK's leading tool hire companies. During Chris's time at Brandon Hire he oversaw the growth of the business from turnover of £23m to £57m and negotiated and integrated around 20 acquisitions. From 1988 to 1999 he was Finance Director at Bakers Dolphin (a South West based travel agency chain) and helped grow the business from a turnover of £20m to £100m.
David Williams, Chairman of Silverdell said:
"As we continue to develop Silverdell it is important to strengthen our Board. I am therefore extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Sims. Chris brings with him experience in both the construction and support services sectors. He has also been involved in many acquisitions which will be of great assistance as we continue to target other businesses and build on the success of the acquisitions completed since the listing of the Company on AIM in April of last year."
For further information please visit www.silverdell.co.uk.
Additional Information:
Current directorships/partnerships:
Bakers Coaches Limited
John Cabot Ventures Limited
Hire Association Europe Limited
Directorships or partnerships in the last five years:
Brandon Hire PLC
Chris Sims beneficially owns 25,000 ordinary shares of Silverdell Plc.
Silverdell are now one of the country's leading asbestos removal and management contractors nationally. They work in the public and private sector on both small and large contracts, some of which are technically demanding. Regional offices are located throughout the UK, providing quality assured solutions locally. Silverdell Plc were listed on AIM last year, specialising in the management and removal of asbestos.
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Nansulate® Coating Tapped to Renovate Fire-Damaged Facility in Oklahoma
Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that its distributor, Pioneer Builders, has been awarded a contract by Superior Thermal Insulation to supply Nansulate®, Industrial Nanotech's proprietary protective coating, for the renovation of a commercial metal building in, Oklahoma. The 8,000 square foot facility was recently gutted by a devastating fire that started when welding sparks evidently ignited the building's former polyurethane-based insulation and rapidly spread.
Naples, FL (PRWEB) April 14, 2007 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc., (INTK.PK - News), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that its distributor, Pioneer Builders, has been awarded a contract by Superior Thermal Insulation to supply Nansulate®, Industrial Nanotech's proprietary protective coating, for the renovation of a commercial metal building in, Oklahoma. The 8,000 square foot facility was recently gutted by a devastating fire that started when welding sparks evidently ignited the building's former polyurethane-based insulation and rapidly spread.
"We're pleased to be able to offer safe insulation alternatives to Superior Thermal Insulation," stated Steve Lewis, President of Pioneer Builders. "Fire safety is always an important factor when choosing buildings materials, including insulation. Unlike many other products, Nansulate doesn't increase flammability of the underlying surface and that is crucial to the decision-making process, especially to those who've suffered fires like this one."
"There are so many businesses and manufacturers at-risk with unsafe insulation lining their walls," said Francesca Crolley, VP of Operations for Industrial Nanotech. "We are very proud to be able to offer these companies unique, cost-effective solutions that will safeguard their businesses and, more importantly, their people."
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Scholars and Family Members Submit Request for Correction to 9/11 NIST Report
Gaps and inconsistencies reveal fundamental flaws in NIST's building collapse analyses
Berkley, CA (PRWEB) April 14, 2007 -- A group of scientists, researchers and 9/11 family members challenging the official reports of the destruction of the World Trade Center Towers on 9/11/01 has filed a Request for Correction (RFC) with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
The Request asserts that the NIST Final Report violates information quality standards, draws inferences that are inconsistent with its own computer simulations and physical tests, and exhibits a significant bias toward a preordained conclusion while ignoring available evidence contrary to it. The Request also says that if this bias is corrected, the NIST simulation clearly indicates that the Towers should not have collapsed due to plane damage and fire. The obvious alternative, which the group says should have been studied by NIST, is explosive demolition.
The group submitting the Request includes 9/11 family members Bob McIlvaine and Bill Doyle, physicist Steven E. Jones, former UL manager, Kevin Ryan, architect Richard Gage, AIA, and the group Scholars for 9/11 Truth and Justice.
A key theme of the Request is a call for NIST to reveal more of the data behind the Report's statements. Steven Jones, a physicist in Utah, says of the Report, "Among other things, we've found that the Report violates information quality standards by leaving out necessary information which would allow its conclusions to be verified."
But what's worse, Jones says, "when you read the Report, you find some data that don't support the conclusion are simply being ignored. That's a big red flag."
The assertion that the conclusion of the NIST report is incorrect is important, the Request says, because that "would mean that the assumption that foreign terrorists alone carried out the destruction would become a matter of dispute."
James Gourley, the attorney working with the Request group, says the public has a right to see the data and ensure their validity. "We think that the American people deserve the chance to be allowed to analyze the computer models and the calculations that they have paid for. We also think Bob McIlvaine and Bill Doyle, each of whom lost a son in the WTC Towers, deserve a scientifically sound answer from NIST about how their sons were killed."
The group says that a different conclusion better fits the evidence - they believe that pre-positioned explosives were responsible for the destruction of the WTC towers. "It sounds outlandish," Jones says, "But when you look at the evidence, it fits. In fact, many of the physical features of these events -- such as their rapidity, totality, and the observed iron-rich spheres in the WTC dust -- fit the demolition hypothesis and are difficult to reconcile with any of the existing collapse explanations."
A criticism in the Request examines the Report's description of the collapse mechanisms - that once the top portion of the buildings started to fall, the portion below was "not able to arrest this initial movement as evidenced by videos from several vantage points." But NIST, the Request says, must explain why the intact structure below the impact zone offered so little resistance to the collapse of the building."
California architect and member of the Requester group, Richard Gage, AIA, emphasizes that the buildings were designed to withstand 150mph lateral wind loads and even airplane impacts, and notes that vast majority of both towers were not damaged by fire or impact.
"There were 80 to 90 floors of completely intact steel structure below the impact zones, untouched by fire or damage, which had held up the mass above them for decades and, in the case of the perimeter columns, were over-designed by a factor of 20. Also, almost all of the mass of the building coming down from above was being ejected outside the footprint as it fell, so there is not even a "pile driver" to crush the building below, and thus no valid engineering explanation for the failure!" Gage says that the only way to achieve what NIST describes as "'such little resistance [from the structure below to the falling mass above,' was to destroy that solid intact structure with pre-planted explosives."
"It sounds extreme," he says, "even preposterous. But when you set aside your disbelief, you find explosives to be the only valid explanation for the 'collapse' and this explains many features -- such as the virtually free fall speed, symmetry, audible & visible explosions, pulverization to dust of all of the floors, file cabinets, etc. -- that are consistent with demolition style collapses, but not with historical structural failures by fire."
But this Request isn't the only one being made by groups critical of the Final Report conclusion.
Another group -- Fetzer, Wood, Reynolds and Hass -- also filed requests for correction with NIST in the past two months. Their claims include assertions that a directed energy weapon destroyed the World Trade Center Towers, and that real jetliners did not hit the buildings.
"It's a nonsense submission," says James Gourley. He says that such submissions are likely to undermine the legitimate work of others. "By submitting what amounts to nonsense, they basically inoculate people against any other legitimate challenges to the NIST Report." This, he says, gives officials an easy way to avoid serious consideration to all conclusions counter to that of the Final Report.
"It's called discrediting by association," a historic means to marginalize a viewpoint by associating it with transparently flawed or repugnant ideas. "You've got these people saying that real planes didn't hit the WTC towers at all in their submission." Gourley says. "That only discredits the rest of us, regardless of what the real motive behind it is."
Gourley also notes that the online journal, 'The Journal of 9/11 Studies,' has published refutations of many of the unscientific claims such as these.
"Scientists have responded to these outlandish claims in writing. Their refutations have undergone peer review and have been approved prior to publication.." The Fetzer/Wood/Reynolds claims are unable to withstand any serious scientific scrutiny.
His own group's submission, Gourley points out, is the first one which seriously addresses specific and significant aspects of the Report, rather than only minor details or making nonsense appeals.
Physicist Steven Jones says, "Our submission asks some very crucial questions which are necessary for any scientific Report, regardless of what our own positions are on what happened."
Architect Richard Gage, AIA agrees. "Here's one of the grossest examples," he says, "While the NIST-sponsored UL floor assembly fire tests demonstrated only 2 to 4 inches of sag with no failure at 2,000 degrees for 2 hours, NIST never-the-less used 42 inches of sag in their computer models and concluded failure! These are very basic inconsistencies and suggest some serious data integrity problems."
And one problem the group comes back to is that few have taken the time to comb through the massive Report. The likely reality, they say, is that most people assume that what's contained in the approximately 10,000 pages is correct because, "Frankly," Gage says, "people have been paid a lot of money - and these are the 'experts'. They weren't looking at the more reasonable hypothesis of controlled demolition. Instead, they just worked the numbers backwards until their desired conclusion - collapse by fire - was supported."
A PDF of the Request for Correction is available here:
http://stj911.org/actions/NIST_DQA_Petition.pdf
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April 13, 2007
Leica Geosystems Celebrates the Enhancement of Its Online Store with April Product Promotion
Store enhancement offers improved content, navigation and customer service, helping consumers to easily take advantage of the new product deals
Norcross, GA, April 10, 2007 -- Leica Geosystems invites customers to peruse its new and improved online store launched today and benefit from a special April promotion for the Rugby 50 and 55 construction lasers.
Specifically redesigned with the customer in mind, Leica Geosystems new B2C online store offers enhanced functionality, navigation features and content to enable consumers to more easily and more quickly find the tools and product information they need to make informed purchasing decisions. A notable improvement is the enhanced customer-checkout functionality that allows consumers to more efficiently and easily pay for products with the free, electronic payment service, PayPal. Customers can also pay using Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover.
A particular highlight is customers now have the unique opportunity to use the online store to purchase construction survey products directly from Leica Geosystems - the first such offering in the industry.
"The re-launch of Leica Geosystems' B2C online store is all part of our commitment to continually improve our customer's experience and to develop innovative ways to increase brand awareness of our construction survey product lines," said Reynolds Boyd, Leica Geosystems' product marketing manager and principal manager of the online store.
In line with this commitment is Leica Geosystems' promotion of the latest additions to its construction laser family - the Leica Rugby 50 and Leica Rugby 55 interior and general construction rotating lasers. A perfect promotion complement to the redesigned B2C store, customers have the opportunity to purchase these two tough and versatile construction lasers online at a reduced price.
Offered until April 30, 2007, customers will receive $100 off Leica Rugby 50 packages and $125 off Leica Rugby 55 packages. Additionally these packages include free 2nd day shipping.
Visit Leica Geosystems' online store and take advantage of this April promotion at: http://www.buy.leica-geosystems.com.
Leica Geosystems - when it has to be right
With close to 200 years of pioneering solutions to measure the world, Leica Geosystems products and services are trusted by professionals worldwide to help them capture, analyze, and present spatial information. Leica Geosystems is best known for its broad array of products that capture accurately, model quickly, analyze easily, and visualize and present spatial information.
Those who use Leica products every day trust them for their dependability, the value they deliver, and the superior customer support. Based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, Leica Geosystems is a global company with tens of thousands of customers supported by more than 2,400 employees in 22 countries and hundreds of partners located in more than 120 countries around the world. Leica Geosystems is part of the Hexagon Group, Sweden.
For further information, please contact:
Leica Geosystems, Inc.
Gray, Heather
3498 Kraft Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
USA
Phone +1 616 977 4189
Fax +1 616 942 4627
www.leica-geosystems.us
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Maytag Appliance Not Working? RepairClinic.com Now Offers Free Online Advice and Parts for Maytag Appliances
Leading appliance repair website helps thousands of people every day with Maytag appliance parts, diagnostics tips and DIY instructions
Canton, Mich. (Vocus/PRWeb ) April 13, 2007 -- Maytag appliance TV commercials are famous for their lonely repairman waiting to get the chance service one of Maytag's dependable products, which include refrigerators, cook-tops, stoves, microwave ovens, dishwashers, washers and dryers. Consumers who do find their appliance has stopped working will often pick up the phone and call the appliance repairman. Surprisingly, many broken appliances can be fixed by people with no experience in appliance repair.
Ken R. of Delray Beach, Florida, recently managed to repair his Maytag oven. "Last November, two days before Thanksgiving, with 30 guests scheduled to arrive, I decided to use the self-cleaning feature on our Maytag oven. Two hours into the four-hour cleaning cycle, the cleaning function stopped with an incomprehensible error message on the control panel. The oven wouldn't work at all."
Ken went online to the Maytag website and learned the oven sensor was faulty. He called a repairman, who couldn't come out for ten days. Then, he ran across RepairClinic.com. Even with RepairClinic.com's overnight part shipping service, the part would not arrive in time for him to repair the oven. So he and his wife changed their Thanksgiving plans to a potluck, ordered the oven sensor from RepairClinic.com, and Ken later made the repair by removing two screws and replacing the temperature sensor.
"RepairClinic.com is the best appliance repair and parts site I've seen," says Ken. "I had never fixed an appliance before, and without RepairClinic.com, I wouldn't have known what to do. It's a great way to save money and time. I highly recommend it."
Consumers can save time and money with appliance repair DIY
Even if it's not obvious what's wrong with the appliance, or which Maytag part is needed, RepairClinic.com, the company's online automated expert, can diagnose the problem. Consumers simply enter the symptoms online and the RepairGuru determines what needs fixing and which parts are required. With RepairClinic.com, homeowners can get their appliances repaired faster, cheaper and with less inconvenience than by calling a technician.
"Nowadays, there are many Maytag appliance problems that can be fixed by consumers, and we can provide the online advice and appliance parts they need to do the job," says Chris Hall, a former appliance technician himself and a founder of RepairClinic.com.
RepairClinic.com makes it easy to find the right appliance part
The RepairClinic.com PartDetective identifies the right appliance part for any repair, and provides a photo, pricing and availability, avoiding complicated "exploded diagrams." Consumers who visit RepairClinic.com can also sign up for a monthly newsletter that provides valuable maintenance tips, straight from the experts. A monthly appliance repair calendar is available, here: http://www.repairclinic.com/0097.asp.
About RepairClinic.com®
RepairClinic.com was founded in 1999 with the idea that armed with the right advice, tools and parts, savvy consumers can extend the life of their appliances, save money, and conserve the environment. Consumers can visit www.RepairClinic.com for free appliance-repair help, or call a customer service representative at (800) 269-2609 for help locating specific appliance parts.
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Walleye Technologies Introduces Hand-Held Portable Imaging System Capable Of 'Seeing' Into and Through Solid Objects
The Walleye Imaging System has Wide Range of Applications from Consumer Home Repair to Security Imaging for Homeland Security
Somerville, Mass. (PRWEB) April 13, 2007 -- Walleye Technologies today introduced its next-generation, hand-held, portable imaging technology capable of "seeing" into and through solid objects. The Walleye Imaging System is a patent-pending technology platform that generates high-quality digital images that can be readily displayed, stored, analyzed, and transmitted. The Walleye Imaging System works like a battery-powered digital "camera" that uses invisible wavelengths to see into and through objects. The Walleye Imaging System prototype uses millimeter wave-based technology combined with proprietary optical components to create the images.
The Walleye Imaging System has applications across a diversity of markets, including, consumer, security and medical applications. Walleye Technologies' business model is to partner with leading manufacturing, marketing and sales organizations in the targeted markets. One example of a security application of the Walleye Imaging System is the ability for security personnel to scan bags, packages, and people in a non-invasive manner and without physical contact.
"The Walleye Imaging System is the first system of its kind that is competitively priced to deliver high performance devices to markets where there is a compelling business need," says Chris Adams, CEO of Walleye Technologies. "We see huge potential for this product in the security market especially in conjunction with other Homeland Security initiatives. The Walleye Imaging System offers unmatched capabilities at a price that is 10 times less than current systems."
In the consumer or home repair market contractors are frequently faced with the problem of identifying structures or objects behind walls. The only solution currently available is to put exploratory holes in the wall which can damage pipes or wires and cause project delays and increased costs. The Walleye Imaging System will allow contractors to see inside of the walls without causing damage and remove the guess work from repair and renovation projects resulting in significant cost and time savings.
About Walleye Technologies
Walleye Technologies develops next generation hand-held portable imaging systems capable of "seeing" into and through solid objects. The company's patent-pending imaging technology platform, the Walleye Imaging System, generates high quality images and has a diversity of applications from consumer to security imaging markets.
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Building a Greenhouse for Gardening and More, Simplified with Repair-Home.com
In addition to many other resources for homeowners, Repair-Home.com features a series of new articles highlighting the advantages of building a greenhouse this spring and includes instructions and contractor listings to help homeowners as they undertake the project.
(PRWEB) April 13, 2007 -- A series of articles featured at Repair-Home.com, an online, interactive home repair source, helps homeowners learn more about how to change the look and feel of their homes and gardens this spring by building a greenhouse (http://www.repair-home.com/landscape_building_greenhouse.html). Spring planting is often done outdoors, but homeowners may want to try greenhouse gardening to bring the outdoors in, says Repair-Home.com.
According to "Why Go Green: Greenhouses and Plants," building a greenhouse offers many benefits that extend beyond traditional gardening usage. "A greenhouse sunroom is a wonderful place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to spend time among living, breathing plants and to feel rejuvenated and alive" (http://www.repair-home.com/landscape_building_greenhouse.html).
"More gardeners are adding an indoor dimension to their gardening interests by building a greenhouse," says Popular Mechanics. " the kit greenhouse has made owning a greenhouse more feasible than ever." Repair-Home.com agrees, noting that the project doesn't necessarily require a professional. "Greenhouse kits come with a wide variety of features, depending on what you are looking for."
Although there are many options to choose from in greenhouse construction, "Gardening and Greenhouse: Get Your Own Hideaway," one of two new articles featured at Repair-Home.com points out, "Getting a greenhouse getaway in your backyard doesn't have to be complicated" (http://www.repair-home.com/landscape_building_greenhouse.html).
The West Virginia University Extension Service points out that, "There are advantages and disadvantages to each type ." For homeowners considering greenhouse construction, there are a number of decisions to make from design to location, but the first decisions should address the amount of space available as well as the budget, says Repair-Home.com.
In addition to articles, Repair-Home.com offers other tools and tips that help homeowners find information and resources for making repairs, updating and renovating their houses and tackling other indoor and outdoor projects. For homeowners interested in changing their spring planting and gardening routine, "greenhouses have many benefits".
Repair-Home.com is an online home repair resource that includes an interactive homeowner driven forum, contractor listings and home repair resources ranging from walls and floors to cabinets and plumbing. Repair-Home.com connects homeowners with top home repair specialists and contractors for specific home repair projects.
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AquaStruct Creates Shower Spray Kit for Kids
Jim Phipps, creator of the revolutionary fun AuqaStruct shower spray construction kits, opens a market for kids and 'tweens to enjoy a wall of water at shower time. Snap-together flexible piping, sprayers and more suction to walls as kids build also learn circuit design and conserve water during a fun shower time.
Montclair, VA (PRWEB) April 13, 2007 -- AquaStruct, Inc. is opening a new market for shower and bath time fun for kids and 'tweens with its revolutionary AquaStruct™ construction spray kits that turn shower time into fun surf time.
While the market is awash in bath toys for toddlers, older kids and 'tween had no shower toys to ignite their interest, intellect and sense of fun, until AquaStruct revolutionized the shower experience with its innovative shower adventure construction systems for kids from 7 to 107.
James Phipps, AquaStruct CEO and creator, said, "AquaStruct spray systems meet a distinct need, 'Fun at Shower Time.' We saw an opportunity to expand the bath-time toy market and bring an innovative product to an ignored market segment, kids and 'tweens, creating a new bath market niche. Kids are inundated with electronic toys, but wholesome building kits ignite their imaginations."
Expertly engineered, the affordably-priced AquaStruct expandable systems of snap-together flexible connectors and plastic pipe pieces, nozzles, squirting devices, misters, sprayers and other attachments enable kids to create complex wall water system designs for surf-like fun each time they shower or bathe, creating endless combinations of water flow. AquaStruct includes not only a "mind-blowing" water-works for the shower wall, but a surf-themed spraying tub mat and spraying shower curtain.
From simple kits for younger kids to sophisticated construction spray systems for 'tweens, AquaStruct helps them create a shower time wall of water, while meeting the U.S. Standards for low-flow shower devices and the nation's Kid Standards for high-flow shower fun.
AquaStruct spray systems retail for about $37 for the Basic system up to $67 for the Plus system and $99 for the Deluxe kit.
Phipps, who is planning product line extensions and a licensing program to make AquaStruct a part of family life in every household, recently unveiled the new AquaStruct line to the retail trade at New York City's annual Toy Fair.
AquaStruct will soon be available for pre-order at www.aquastruct.com. AquaStruct's new kid-friendly website has a hip, surfer-snowboarder-like appeal that kids and 'tweens enjoy as they surf the site for great water fun ideas.
AquaStruct's national introduction of the world's most creative and fun line of shower and bath products is set for Fall as several waves of AquaStruct construction spray systems hit store-shores from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
Phipps, a former international business attorney and parent of five, created a product line not only to teach and entertain, but help moms and dads with a common parenting dilemma - how to get their "stinky pre-teens" away into the shower. "With AquaStruct, moms will never have to argue with their stinky pre-teens again about their need to take a shower. They'll now go voluntarily."
The "totally tubular" surf feel of an AquaStruct shower spray and the educational benefits of constructing the system on shower walls, lead to understanding engineering design circuit logic, piping systems and encourage problem solving while helping to enhance kids' self esteem.
An easy-to-attach adaptor links the shower nozzle to divert water in an environmentally friendly way, using less water to spray than a normal shower uses. AquaStruct is easy on the household-budget and friendly to the environment, with its low-flow water saving diverter valve (only 2.5 gallons per minute). For less than $100, children can have year round access to some of their favorite water park activities.
"No other company offers anything remotely like this product," said Phipps. "Based on what we have seen so far, this product has the ability to be one of the Holidays' hottest toys in 2007."
Setting up the AquaStruct system does not require installation or hardware as the system securely attaches the mildew-resistant piping to bath or shower with sturdy suction cups. The AquaStruct bath mat and shower curtains add to the tsunami of fun spray that is contained to avoid bathroom mess and enhance the bathing experience.
Phipps says, "The AquaStruct shower spray kits allow kids to surf their inner wave." The AquaStruct™ toy system (patent pending) meets the U.S. federal standard for low-flow shower devices, using less than 2-1/2 gallons of water per minute. It also requires water is off for rearranging piping and when soaping, so the process of total water spray experience actually uses less water than a routine everyday shower.
Aquastruct Inc., headquartered in Northern Virginia, Virginia, offers an array of fun shower spray systems, including the AquaStruct™ Shower Adventure Construction Set, AquaStruct™ XL Extreme Shower Adventure Construction Set, AquaStruct™ XXL Ultimate Extreme Shower Adventure Construction Set, AquaStruct™ TubeWave OceanSpray Shower Curtain and AquaStruct™ WaveRider OceanSpray Surfboard Tub Mat. For more information, visit www.aquastruct.com.t
Media Contact: Brian Dobson, 203-894-9240 and bd (at) DobsonPR.com .
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Its Own Private Gated Community: Mini-Castle Estate Redefines Luxury Real Estate in Las Vegas
Life on the Strip may be exciting, but when it comes to exclusive luxury living, Mini-Castle Estate holds the winning hand in the Las Vegas real estate game.
Las Vegas NV (PRWEB) April 13, 2007 -- It may be known as a city of excitement, world class entertainment and unrivaled social opportunities, but Las Vegas is so much more. Though some people like the idea of living in the heart of the city, the desert location also affords the opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle. As the valley has been developed, the Las Vegas real estate market has become a truly newsworthy place. Few places showcase the extremes of Las Vegas living like Mini-Castle Estate. A sports team retreat, a corporate retreat, a shared family complex; whatever this property is used for, it will deliver unrivaled opportunities for luxury Las Vegas living.
Though there are many spectacular homes in the Las Vegas valley, this unique development sets a new standard. Las Vegas Mini-Castle Estate is not just situated in a dramatic location, it is making news for the overall majesty of what is on offer. Four custom homes in a private gated community, this 31,000 sq.ft property is making even the most jaded home buyers sit up and take notice. Whether it is the eight master suites with Jacuzzi tubs, the four main homes with accompanying guest residences, 44 bathrooms, expansive dining rooms, the 22 stone fireplaces or the four custom swimming pools with fountains and custom BBQs, this is one place that redefines the Las Vegas real estate market.
As one of the premier Realtors in Las Vegas, Cristine Lefkowitz, has first-hand knowledge of how luxury living in the valley has redefined the region. For her, it is homes such as those at Mini-Castle Estate that truly showcase what the new Las Vegas real estate market can offer. Gated communities, luxury homes, great city views are now becoming de rigueur to the many people now making Las Vegas their home:
"Living in the Las Vegas valley gives people the opportunity to live close the city while still enjoying the urban serenity of suburbia. Homes such as the ones currently available at Mini-Castle Estate are basically showing that you can work in the city while living somewhere that may be a short drive away but it feels like another world."
The truth is, owning a spacious, luxurious home with a superb view of the shimmering Las Vegas skyline is something which is enticing to people from all walks of life. When you combine stunning architecture, superb interior design, spacious rooms and professional finishing that is as inspired as it is beautiful, it is easy to see why luxury real estate in Las Vegas is such a hot ticket.
Contact Information:
Tower Realty
8665 W. Flamingo Rd, Suite 104
Las Vegas, NV 89147
Office: 702.309.8700
Cell: 702.595.8505
www.primeluxuryhomes.com
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Biz Sell Dox(TM) Expedites Due Diligence for Business Brokers
Biz Sell Dox ™, a web-based virtual deal room, has been launched to assist business brokers expedite the due diligence effort and the marketing process for their business-for-sale listings. Business brokers who present their listed businesses to potential buyers in a clean, well-organized format are more successful in increasing the value to the business owner and in closing deals faster.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Biz Sell Dox ™, a web-based virtual deal room, has been launched to assist business brokers expedite the due diligence effort and the marketing process for their business-for-sale listings. Business brokers who present their listed businesses to potential buyers in a clean, well-organized format are more successful in increasing the value to the business owner and in closing deals faster.
Biz Sell Dox™ BizSellDox will be featuring its virtual deal room solution as an exhibitor at the upcoming International Business Brokers Association IBBA conference in Memphis on June 7-8. Special pricing packages from only $50 per month will be offered for our virtual due diligence rooms.
Sell-Side Due Diligence is the pre-emptive effort by business brokers of organizing information for potential buyers that may include audio/video presentations, accounting records, personnel files, property descriptions and legal documents. Since this information must eventually be gathered as a deal progresses, Biz Sell Dox organizes and stores this information upfront in a secure environment for simultaneous review by potential buyers worldwide, effectively saving money and shortening deal times.
"Business owners spend their time and effort running and growing their companies, not grooming their businesses for sale. We work with business brokers to provide virtual deal rooms, that allow these businesses to put their best foot forward," said Dan Bradbary, Founder of Biz Sell Dox. "Previously this approach was reserved for only the largest deals. With the release of Biz Sell Dox we wanted to provide small to mid-sized companies with an economical web-based tool to help them connect with potential buyers."
With the availability of the Internet, companies are now able to considerably expand their reach in seeking buyers. With the high-level security of virtual deal rooms, companies can both display and protect confidential information, assuring that the right information is getting to the right people at the right time.
About Biz Sell Dox
Biz Sell Dox(TM) BizSellDox or phone 800-731-6379, a division of Due Diligence Online, LLC provides a full service Virtual Deal Room solution that is focused on the needs of small to mid-cap businesses and can handle all of the administrative details of scanning, uploading and organizing documents and files.
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Leopardo Construction Leading its Industry in Advocating Green, Environmentally-friendly Buildings
Leopardo Construction is a passionate advocate of building green and quickly demonstrating its leadership in the environmentally-friendly green movement. Currently, Leopardo is working on or has recently completed seven projects that are seeking LEED Certification or incorporating green roof systems.
Hoffman Estates, Illinois (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Leopardo Construction, a leading construction services firm, is a passionate advocate of building green and quickly demonstrating its leadership in the environmentally-friendly green movement.
Leopardo Construction assists clients who seek Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification for their projects. LEED is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. Currently, Leopardo is working on or has recently completed seven projects that are seeking LEED Certification or incorporating green roof systems.
"We're definitely seeing more clients expressing interest in pursuing LEED-certified projects or adding green roofs and other green elements to the project scope," said Pierre Cowart, Vice President and LEED Accredited Professional (LEED-AP) at Leopardo Construction.
Leopardo is an active member of the Chicago Chapter of The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the nation's leading nonprofit coalition for advancing buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Additionally, Leopardo continues to build staff competencies by earning LEED Professional Accreditations, which distinguishes building professionals with the knowledge and skills to successfully manage the integrated design and LEED certification process.
With a culture of continuous improvement and achievement, Leopardo Construction provides internal and external green training opportunities for employees. As part of Leopardo's long-standing Total Quality Management (TQM) initiative to increase company-wide quality and cross-awareness of all organizational processes, the Green TQM Committee is one of the firm's largest with 25 active employee members. In addition to promoting the benefits of green construction with clients, Leopardo's Green TQM Committee also encourages green practices internally with recycling, energy conservation, use of environmentally-friendly building materials, etc.
On April 5, Leopardo Construction sponsored and moderated the USGBC-Chicago Chapter Green Energy Seminar, which was attended by more than 100 professionals in real estate, architecture, engineering and construction.
About Leopardo Construction
Leopardo Construction is a leading construction firm providing pre-construction, general contracting, construction management, design-build and development services. In 2006, Leopardo Construction was recognized by Engineering News-Record magazine as one of the nation's largest 250 contractors. The company's team of 500 experts has specialized capabilities in interiors, healthcare, senior housing, retail, office, industrial, residential condominium, aviation, hospitality, municipal and educational projects.
For more than a quarter century, Leopardo's family of employees has been committed to quality construction, superior client service and tremendous value. In addition to its corporate headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Leopardo Construction has offices in Chicago and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, as well as job sites across the nation. For more information, please visit http://www.leopardo.com.
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Houston Leads as One of the Top 5 Areas in the US for Decorative Concrete
Web statistics generated by The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information anywhere in the world, reveal the top five areas in the US for researching and applying decorative concrete techniques in the first quarter.
Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information anywhere in the world, today revealed the five busiest metropolitan areas in the United States for decorative concrete services, with Houston leading the pack. The data illustrating this trend is derived from Web site data from The Concrete Network, which generates over 900,000 visitors per month, much more than any other site in the field. These statistics are useful to contractors, manufacturers and others in the industry who want to know where decorative concrete is booming.
With over ten thousand hits to each area in the first quarter, it's no wonder these five markets are thriving in the decorative concrete industry. The top five areas rank as follows:
1. Houston, TX
2. Dallas, TX
3. Maryland
4. Austin, TX
5. Phoenix, AZ
A key contributing factor that has led to the continuing rise in the popularity of concrete applications in these areas is the climate and temperature. Because the weather trends in the areas remain stable throughout the year, contractors have the opportunity to work year-round. Contractors are able to take advantage of this 12-month work schedule by planning and completing jobs throughout the winter months. Even in Maryland, contractors are able to take time during the winter months to plan and prepare for a busy summer.
"Decorative concrete is one of the hottest trends today," said Jim Peterson, CEO of The Concrete Network. "The more understanding that a contractor has about what consumers are spending big money on, the more successful they will be. That's why we supply this valuable data to the market."
Houston, Texas tops the list as the #1 area for decorative concrete work. With over 11,000 hits over a three month period this metropolitan continues to be an area of growth in the housing estate and business development markets. As the nation's fourth largest city, the area leads in residential growth and homeowner spending. Houston is quickly setting the pace for decorative concrete in the United States.
Decorative concrete is a versatile and cost effective application comparing favorably to other home improvement options, such as granite, slate, brick, etc. The colors, patterns, and styles available with decorative concrete are nearly limitless. Applications such as stamped concrete, stained concrete, concrete overlays, engraving, concrete countertops, and polishing are just a few of the many ways homeowners, builders and designers are taking advantage of the versatility of decorative concrete. For examples of all that decorative concrete has to offer, visit The Concrete Network's extensive online photo gallery.
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. In March, 2007 The Concrete Network Web site had 997,745 visitors researching decorative concrete.
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 23 types of decorative concrete work and 200 metropolitan areas throughout North America.
Release image courtesy of Bomanite Corporation. Attached photo courtesy Texas Concrete Engravers.
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Citizens, Homebuilders, City Officials Make Residential Fire Safety Top Priority in Metro-Atlanta
Atlanta's widespread use and availability of permanent escape ladders a model for every American city.
Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today reports that the metro-Atlanta area is integrating permanent fire escape ladders into local homes more aggressively and extensively than any other area in the country. With the help of municipal fire departments, homebuilders, building supply dealers and retailers, permanent escape ladders like PEARL are becoming a standard feature in many new area homes. Additionally, the region is home to the first U.S. city to require permanent escape ladders in all new multi-story homes. To further understand the benefits of permanent escape ladders, area residents are invited to see a live demonstration of the PEARL ladder at the Atlanta Home Show (April 12th-15th, Georgia World Congress Center, Booth #311).
Currently, more than 12 local homebuilders and building supply dealers offer PEARL as a standard feature or upgrade option in new two and three story homes. These "pioneers" are responsible for building hundreds of homes in many of the region's fastest-growing neighborhoods every year. In 2006, the City of East Point became the first city in the country to pass an ordinance requiring permanent escape ladders in all new multi-story residences. Metro-Atlanta is also home to the first retail location to sell PEARL directly to consumers, Intown Ace Hardware in Decatur.
"When it comes to residential fire safety, metro-Atlanta is a model for every city in America. We have a powerful collaboration between citizens, government officials and homebuilders to reduce the injuries and deaths caused by home fires. As a result, permanent escape ladders are becoming the new face of home fire protection in this area," said David Duley, CEO, PEARL Protected.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 16,000 people were injured or killed by residential fires in 2005. The NFPA also reports that more Americans died in fire-related tragedies than all other natural disasters combined. Many of these casualties are the direct result of not being able to escape from upper-story bedrooms. According to a recent online survey, there are several residential fire safety misconceptions that may contribute to this high casualty rate:
Nearly 20 percent of the 500 homeowners surveyed believe they have between four and five minutes to escape from their home once a smoke alarm sounds. NFPA reports that the amount of time is actually three minutes or less.
Barely half of respondents (53 percent) have a fire escape plan for their home. A meager 15 percent actually practice their plan on an annual basis.
While only eight percent of respondents have been in a fire, 36 percent know a friend, family or co-worker who has experienced a house fire. Of this group of respondents, six percent know someone personally who has died or has been injured.
(Source: Zoomerang on behalf of PEARL Protected, December 2006).
Installed into the interior wall space beneath second and third-story bedroom windows, PEARL provides an "always there" means of escape that is easy enough for a child to use. Since its October 2005 debut, PEARL has become one of the most recognized home safety products in the marketplace. PEARL received the 2006 Product Innovation Award from the Home Safety Council as well as several other building product awards. PEARL has also been featured in two different episodes of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and has been showcased on NBC's "Today" and CBS's "The Early Show." For more information about PEARL Protected, visit www.pearlprotected.com.
About PEARL Protected
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, PEARL Protected is redefining the standards of home and fire safety through its patented, breakthrough product - PEARL - a revolutionary Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder that can be quickly and easily deployed in the event of a residential fire or other home emergency. It is currently available through a variety of channels, including the nation's largest homebuilders and building supply dealers. PEARL can also be ordered directly through the PEARL Protected website (www.pearlprotected.com) or via phone at 800.374.5737.
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Atlanta Marketing Agency Offers Answers through New Marketing Product Line
Impact Marketing, an Atlanta marketing agency, is now offering a new marketing product line to Atlanta area businesses.
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Atlanta marketing firm Impact Marketing, entered into an agreement with Solutions Press out of Australia to offer some of their marketing products to Atlanta businesses. The new line adds to Impact Marketing's existing core marketing product line from Duct Tape Marketing out of Kansas City, MO. The two lines are considered to be two of the best instruction-led marketing product offerings for small business owners available
Solution Press' products (delivered in workbook and audio formats) guide business and practice owners into developing a highly referral-intensive business through the development of a customer service-centric business. The materials were developed by highly-successful dentist Dr. Paddi Lund out of Australia. Dr. Lund built a thriving practice based upon delivering a great experience for his customers.
The Duct Tape Marketing line (also available through book and audio formats) offers business owners a comprehensive solution including everything from marketing strategy development to lead generation tactics to building a weblog. The product line is based upon years of practical experience by popular marketing author John Jantsch. Atlanta marketing agency Impact Marketing's owner, Scott Campbell, is a Certified Coach of the Duct Tape Marketing program.
Says Campbell, "I'm excited as I can be to be offering two of the best instruction-led marketing product offerings out there. Effective marketing is a challenge. A typical Atlanta advertising agency lacks a defined process to offer its clients for business promotion. These two product lines solve that problem".
The two marketing product lines can be found at at the marketing products page.
About Impact Marketing - Impact Marketing, Inc, out of Alpharetta, GA, is an Atlanta marketing firm that installs marketing systems into area businesses and practices. President Scott Campbell is also an Atlanta marketing speaker. Their website is www.impactyourcompany.com and office phone is 770-713-2472.
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Move.com™ Launches ''How-to'' Guides: From First Time Home Buying to Finding Senior Housing
Guides Include Blogs to Share Stories about Personal Experiences and Tips
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. (BusinessWire EON/PRWeb ) April 12, 2007 -- Are you in the market to buy your first home but aren’t sure where to start? Is that 1970s living room in desperate need of a makeover but want some advice before breaking out the sledge hammer? Help is just a mouse click away. Move.com™, operated by Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE), the media leader in connecting consumers with the when, where and how to move, has launched a series of “How-to” Guides to help consumers navigate the often daunting waters of first time home buying, remodeling and more.
Consumers visiting the Move.com Web site at http://www.move.com/guide will be able to access four new How-to Guides, including the most requested areas of: How to Buy Your First Home, How to Remodel, How to Find a Rental, and How to Find Senior Housing. Move has tapped into its vast library of information to assemble the most informative articles, tools and advice from experts.
The new How-to Guides take the consumer step-by-step through the process with several examples and articles fit for the individual’s needs. For instance, each How-to Guide has five different tabs (DECIDE, LEARN, CHOOSE, DETAILS, MOVE) and within each tab are different steps to learn specifically more about the topic at hand.
“These new tools harness the breadth and depth of content we provide on Move.com, covering every aspect of the moving process,” said Eric Thorkilsen, president of Move-Related Services division of Move, Inc. “The moving or upgrading process can be overwhelming and these Guides break everything down into manageable, user-friendly steps that are specifically detailed for the consumer’s needs.”
Users will know they are not alone. Each How-to Guide features an interactive blog where they can ask questions, get moral support or just share their personal experiences. Move has helped create this dialogue between professionals and consumers to share stories about the pain or success they have personally faced, with photos and encouragement from fellow users.
“Along with the professional advice that the new How-to Guides offer, the companion blogs connect people going through similar life events and offer an opportunity for them to network throughout the process,” said Lisa Farris, chief marketing officer of Move, Inc. “The blogs are a platform for our audience to discuss key topics and we’re able to learn more about their needs along the way,” continued Farris.
The four Move How-to Guides are just the beginning. In the coming months, Move will add several new topics to grow this new Web site resource, including Moving Up – Selling and Buying, Building Your Home, and Buying a Second Home.
ABOUT MOVE, INC.
Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE), the media leader for the when, where and how to move, provides homebuyers and renters with the real estate and community information, and professional connections they need before, during and after a move. The Company operates Move.com™ (http://www.move.com), the most comprehensive real estate search site for rentals and homes to buy, and REALTOR.com® (http://www.realtor.com), the official Web site of the National Association of REALTORS®. Move also operates Welcome Wagon® (http://www.welcomewagon.com), a 78-year old neighborhood expert that provides new movers with valuable and comprehensive information about businesses and professionals in their new communities. Move.com is the official new homes Web site of the National Association of Home Builders. Move also operates Moving.com (http://www.moving.com), SeniorHousingNet™ (http://www.seniorhousingnet.com), TOP PRODUCER® Systems (http://www.topproducer.com), FactoryBuiltHousing.com (http://www.factorybuilthousing.com) and Home Plans (http://www.homeplans.com). On the Net: http://investor.move.com.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including information about management’s view of Move’s future expectations, plans and prospects, within the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the results of Move, its subsidiaries, divisions and concepts to be materially different than those expressed or implied in such statements. These risk factors and others are included from time to time in documents Move files with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to, its Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs and Form 8-Ks. Other unknown or unpredictable factors also could have material adverse effects on Move’s future results. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Move cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Finally, Move expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
For additional information, visit http://www.move.com.
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New Website for Hyline Safety Company Designed to Expedite Building Safety Code Compliance
Following the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, a building code task force was formed to review building design and operating requirements in New York City high rise buildings. The task force's goal was to determine if new regulations could improve public safety and its findings led to a building code revision that required photo-luminescent markings to be installed in many buildings. Hyline Safety Company, a New York City-based safety supply business, is now leading the charge to help building owners purchase and install photo-luminescent safety signs with the aid of its redesigned website.
(PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- The New York City-based safety supply business Hyline Safety Company has completely redesigned its website to make it faster and easier for New York building owners to comply with the revised building code which orders that structures taller than 75 feet must be outfitted with photo-luminescent markings to indicate exit routes.
The redesigned site also features an organized online catalog for all other building safety equipment and signage such as entrance, exit, restricted area and wet floor signs. The company's product offerings include more than 4000 unique building and facility safety products.
Hyline Safety Company owner and CEO Evan Lipstein, a leading authority on photo-luminescent safety guidance systems, says the website redesign is key to providing the best opportunity for building owners to maintain the safest facilities possible.
"Hyline is dedicated to providing the highest quality building safety products and life safety products available," Lipstein adds. "Hyline Safety Company is presently devoting energies into meeting the needs of commercial property owners and managers to enable them to comply with new amendments to New York City Local Law 26 of 2004."
The revised building code came about as a result of the World Trade Center Building Code Task Force's findings that the clarity of emergency exit paths was essential to successful evacuations. Photo-luminescent glow in the dark signs are now required in all high rise buildings. This code was enforced as of July 1, 2006, and all commercial buildings in New York City taller than 75 feet must meet the conditions before being issued occupancy permits.
Photo-luminescent glow in the dark signs are clearly readable in darkness and in the presence of thick smoke, making them a reliable choice for evacuation guidance during power outages and fires.
Hyline Safety Company stocks a number of other recommended products to ensure safe evacuations. Their economical emergency lighting solutions include Lumenlite Light Sleeves which are thin, transparent sleeves that slip over fluorescent light tubes and charge while the lights are on, emitting a bright glow when the lights are off. The company also carries a line of evacuation safety chairs for people with limited mobility to be evacuated. Hyline Safety Company has also recently added the Safe Life Respirator to its inventory. This disposable facemask made by Safe Life Corporation is 99.99% effective against airborne viruses, such as avian flu.
To learn more about New York City's building code revisions and to purchase photo-luminescent glow in the dark signs or construction, hazard and wet floor signs, please visit BuildingSafetyProducts.com.
About Hyline Safety Company:
Hyline Safety Company actively works to promote a culture of safety among its customers by offering convenient and affordable building and facility safety solutions. Its catalog of more than 4000 unique safety products includes photo-luminescent signage, emergency evacuation tools and signs for operational hazards, first aid information, emergency exits and all other safety-related issues. Hyline Safety Company is dedicated to providing its customers with high quality products and premium customer service. Its customer satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.
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Leopardo Construction Completes 11,000-SF Emergency Department Expansion at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago
Leopardo Construction recently completed the $6.9 million, 11,000-square-foot emergency department expansion at Swedish Covenant Hospital.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Leopardo Construction, a leading construction services firm, recently completed the 11,000-square-foot emergency department expansion at Swedish Covenant Hospital.
Located at 2739 W. Foster Ave., the expanded and renovated department includes an enhanced visitor lounge, 10 new examination rooms, enlarged patient triage area, home décor, an air treatment system and separate entrances for ambulances and pedestrians to facilitate traffic flow. The $6.9 million project was completed in March 2007.
Additional amenities include increased exam room and waiting area sizes, additional ambulance bays, dedicated equipment and supply areas in immediate proximity to patient care, expanded security services for monitoring and improving patient safety, and new emergency power generation capability for infrastructure and critical patient monitoring.
The project team included Leopardo Construction as general contractor and Anderson Mikos Architects as project architect.
About Leopardo Construction
Leopardo Construction is a leading construction firm providing pre-construction, general contracting, construction management, design-build and development services. In 2006, Leopardo Construction was recognized by Engineering News-Record magazine as one of the nation's largest 250 contractors. The company's team of 500 experts has specialized capabilities in interiors, healthcare, senior housing, retail, office, industrial, residential condominiums, aviation, hospitality and community-related projects such as libraries, churches and educational institutions.
For more than a quarter century, Leopardo's family of employees has been committed to quality construction, superior client service and tremendous value. In addition to its corporate headquarters in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Leopardo Construction has offices in Chicago and Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, as well as job sites across the nation. For more information, please visit http://www.leopardo.com.
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Green Building and 'LEED' -- Understanding The Future of the Construction Industry
The increasing popularity of green design and construction and the potential for inclusion of "LEED" certification requirements in construction contracts and development agreements present opportunities and challenges for construction and real estate attorneys, public officials and contractors/designers, etc. April 12, 2007 Noon to 1:30 p.m. 1.5 hours MCLE credit This is a Webinar Program Participate on your computer from the comfort of your office. http://www.calbar.org
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- What is Green Building? What is LEED? What are the benefits and risks to Green Building? What legal issues are unique to Green Building? How do I manage these risks? What does the future hold for Green Building?
Leading panelists will discuss the legal issues and challenges presented in key aspects of Green project finance/development, design, sales/leasing, construction and closeout.
Jerry Yudelson, PE of Tucson-based Yudelson & Associates and Jeffrey Conner, Esq. of San Francisco-based Conner & Associates are confirmed speakers for this event.
Mr. Conner is a leader in Green Building legal issues and serves as the Construction & Commercial/Industrial subsection Chair for the State Bar of California.
Mr. Yudelson is a nationally recognized author, speaker and expert in the Green Building design protocol and serves on several major U.S. Green Building Council committees.
The moderator for this program is Alice Kaswan, Professor of Real Property and Environmental Law at the University of San Francisco School of Law, and faculty adviser for the recent symposium entitled: "The Domestic Response to Global Climate Change: Federal, State, and Litigation Initiatives."
This event is sponsored by industry leaders Sustainable Economic and Environmental Development (SEED) and the Orchard Garden Hotel -slated to be California's first certified environmentally friendly hotel, read all about it at www.theorchardgardenhotel.com.
To register, go to www.calbar.org/online-cle, click on the "Teleseminar and Webinars" tab, then select the webinar.
Sponsored by:
http://www.SEEDbuild.com
http://www.theorchardgardenhotel.com
Http://www.calbar.org
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Green Building and 'LEED' -- Understanding The Future of the Construction Industry
The increasing popularity of green design and construction and the potential for inclusion of "LEED" certification requirements in construction contracts and development agreements present opportunities and challenges for construction and real estate attorneys, public officials and contractors/designers, etc. April 12, 2007 Noon to 1:30 p.m. 1.5 hours MCLE credit This is a Webinar Program Participate on your computer from the comfort of your office. http://www.calbar.org
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- What is Green Building? What is LEED? What are the benefits and risks to Green Building? What legal issues are unique to Green Building? How do I manage these risks? What does the future hold for Green Building?
Leading panelists will discuss the legal issues and challenges presented in key aspects of Green project finance/development, design, sales/leasing, construction and closeout.
Jerry Yudelson, PE of Tucson-based Yudelson & Associates and Jeffrey Conner, Esq. of San Francisco-based Conner & Associates are confirmed speakers for this event.
Mr. Conner is a leader in Green Building legal issues and serves as the Construction & Commercial/Industrial subsection Chair for the State Bar of California.
Mr. Yudelson is a nationally recognized author, speaker and expert in the Green Building design protocol and serves on several major U.S. Green Building Council committees.
The moderator for this program is Alice Kaswan, Professor of Real Property and Environmental Law at the University of San Francisco School of Law, and faculty adviser for the recent symposium entitled: "The Domestic Response to Global Climate Change: Federal, State, and Litigation Initiatives."
This event is sponsored by industry leaders Sustainable Economic and Environmental Development (SEED) and the Orchard Garden Hotel -slated to be California's first certified environmentally friendly hotel, read all about it at www.theorchardgardenhotel.com.
To register, go to www.calbar.org/online-cle, click on the "Teleseminar and Webinars" tab, then select the webinar.
Sponsored by:
http://www.SEEDbuild.com
http://www.theorchardgardenhotel.com
Http://www.calbar.org
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National Coatings Announces SPF Roofing Line of Products
National Coatings Corporation (NCC), announces the release of their new Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Roofing System adding to their extensive line of high performance, energy saving, sustainable roof systems for commercial and industrial buildings.
Camarillo, CA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- National Coatings Corporation (NCC), announces the release of their new Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Roofing System adding to their extensive line of high performance, energy saving, sustainable roof systems for commercial and industrial buildings.
These new systems provide for industry leading, single source, Class A UL SPF Roofing assemblies, incorporating National Coatings (www.nationalcoatings.com) own 2.5, 2.7 or 3.0 pound foam, innovative AcryShield® Elastomeric roof coatings and optional brilliant White Armor™ granules or RoofGuard™ cementitious coating. This is a roofing system engineered to last the life of your building. AcryShield SPF Roofing Systems are designed to not degrade like other roofs. The redundant waterproofing from long-lasting sprayed polyurethane foam and high-performance 100% acrylic roof coating also eliminates up to 100% of UV attack and deterioration. Roof performance properties in year 15 are equivalent to the initial installation. Consider the National Roofing Foundation's comprehensive sprayed polyurethane foam roof study where Dr. Rene M. Dupuis of Structural Research, Inc. concludes, "The field data…demonstrates that SPF roof systems provide long term performance and sustainability." Designed R-Values are achievable with this fully-adhered, seamless, waterproofing system that has outstanding impact strength. Eliminate the most challenging problem of ponding water by custom tapering your roof as it is applied. All NCC AcryShield SPF Roofing Systems offer excellent value.
Key benefits include: Decades of sustainable performance which are easily renewed over the life of the building and may be guaranteed for up to 20 years. Meets numerous Factory Mutual and UL standards. Protecting and insulating your building reducing energy bills by up to 30% while lessening the impact on climate change. NCC SPF roofing installs over new roof decks or existing roofs avoiding expensive tear offs. Simplifies roof details and improves waterproofing performance. Self-flashes for a seamless layer of roofing protection.
Vince LaBruzzo, National Sales Manager for NCC states, "National Coatings is excited to be able to offer as a single source, the only California Title 24 compliant foam, coatings and roofing granules system that is economical, sustainable, quick and easy to install resulting in a leak free, energy saving, seamless solution."
About National Coatings Corporation
Performance through Innovation™, National Coatings Corporation (Camarillo, CA) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium-quality elastomeric roof and wall coating products. For over 25 years, NCC has provided its customers with leading edge products, support, and thought leadership. National Coatings is a charter member of the Cool Roof Rating Council and the ENERGY STAR® Roof Products group, founding member of the RRCI ( Reflective Roof Coating Institute) and was twice recognized as ENERGY STAR Roof Products Partner of the Year. NCC's leading brands include AcryShield®, AcryPly®, AcryGuard® AcryPly-D™, and AcryFlex®.
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Want the Competitive Edge? Invest in Workplace Literacy
The Workforce Development Board and Literacy Ontario Central South are teaming up to help fight for literacy in the workplace. They are starting a full-force campaign to enlist the help of employers across the province, to take part in this fight. Even a literacy-awareness television commercial has been created to air on local stations, to reach a maximum audience and, in return, get maximum results.
Peterborough, ON (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Imagine a sign at work that read "Wear respirator for lung protection" or "Wear ear protection."
Imagine employees being seriously and fatally injured attempting to use machinery they do not understand.
Imagine a society that rewards individuals who are proficient, and penalizes those who are not.
Now imagine not being able to read or understand what was just written above. But you don't have to imagine…because this problem exists right here in Ontario.
In fact, four in ten Canadians do not have the literacy skills needed to meet increasing demands of modern life and economy. And in a 2003 adult literacy study, 42% of Ontarians scored below adequate literacy levels.
So what can we do??
The Workforce Development Board and Literacy Ontario Central South are teaming up to help fight for literacy in the workplace. They are starting a full-force campaign to enlist the help of employers across the province, to take part in this fight. Even a literacy-awareness television commercial has been created to air on local stations, to reach a maximum audience and, in return, get maximum results.
CEO of the Workforce Development Board, Gord Evans says, "Studies show that improving literacy in the workplace benefits not only the employees, but also the employer. Increased productivity, improved health and safety, and greater employee loyalty are just some of the benefits."
There are many resources available for increasing workplace literacy, but a gap exists between local workplace literacy resources and employers. The Workforce Development Board and Literacy Ontario Central South are working to close that gap.
Employers can get help assessing their employees' needs, designing in-house programs, and linking employees with upgrading and other literacy and basic skills programs. For more information on local resources, free tools, and how you can help improve literacy in the workplace, you can visit www.WorkplaceLiteracy.ca.
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Penetron Admix protects the Summerville 'Cannibal' Sludge Reduction Project
Summerville Commissioners of Public Works (SCPW) recently selected Earth Tech, Inc. to design the new systems additions to the SCPW Waste Water Treatment Facility. In the design of this project Earth Tech, Inc specified the use of Penetron Admix for the entire structure of the new Pump Station Wet Well, base slab of the Clarifier Tank and the floor and retaining walls of the Screenings Building. With these facility additions and changes, the SCPW is estimated to realize an initial annual savings of approximately $350,000 per year.
East Setauket, NY (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- ICS Penetron International Ltd., a leader in integral crystalline waterproofing products announced that the Summerville Commissioners of Public Works (SCPW) recently selected Earth Tech, Inc. to design the new systems additions to the SCPW Waste Water Treatment Facility.
Recently Earth Tech, Inc. (an international provider of global water management and transportation, engineering and environmental services for municipal, government and industrial clients) was selected to design the new systems additions to the Summerville Commissioners of Public Works (SCPW) Waste Water Treatment Facility. In the design of this project, which includes a new 5.0 MGD screenings facility and RAS/IAS Pump station among the many other additions and conversions, Earth Tech, Inc specified the use of Penetron Admix for the entire structure of the new Pump Station Wet Well, base slab of the Clarifier Tank and the floor and retaining walls of the Screenings Building. With these facility additions and changes, the SCPW is estimated to realize an initial annual savings of approximately $350,000 per year.
"Penetron is pleased to have been a part of providing the City of Summerville state of the art concrete protection," says Christopher Chen, ICS Penetron's Director of North American Sales and Marketing, "By approving the use of Penetron Admix in their concrete, not only have these critical concrete structures been infused with proven crystalline waterproofing with active sealing technology but they have now also been given added protection from corrosion and damaging freeze-thaw and scaling conditions usually associated with concrete structures of this type."
Based on Long Island, New York, ICS Penetron International is a leading manufacturer of integral crystalline waterproofing products with a sales and service network that extends across more than 60 countries. With a strong commitment to exceptional service, superior support and high technical standards, Penetron is under continuous refinement through the integration of the latest materials research, sales and service techniques, as well as through continuous feedback from all aspects of the construction industry.
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Dwela.com Launches New Peer to Peer Networking and Internet Directory Website
Dwela.com launches home industry, peer to peer networking site and Internet directory. Free to join for a limited time to all professionals in the home industry.
(PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Dwela.com announces the launch of their new website and Internet platform: www.dwela.com. Dwela.com will serve both professionals and consumers in the home and housing industry. Dwela is a first of its kind, home industry peer to peer networking community and Internet directory. Through their innovative consumer-facing directory and comprehensive, fully-integrated social networking platform, Dwela provides a service and solution that is unlike any other in the industry.
Founded in August 2006, co-founders Josh Fuller and Jesse Chatham have been working in the Internet world for close to ten years. Together, they bring a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to Dwela and its members.
Dwela.com consists of all of the major home and housing industry professional service categories including Realtors, mortgage lenders, general contractors, architects, interior designers, HVAC, landscapers, plumbers, residential painters and roofers. These professional home and housing industry professionals will be listed in the public directory according to their type of service and geographical location.
In addition, all members of Dwela.com will have full access to Dwela's robust social network, blog and forum environment. In this private, secure area, members will be able to contact, chat and network with professionals in the member's region and across the country. This platform will enable the member to create friends lists and referral contacts in not just the member's own area of expertise but in any of the other professional service provider categories as well. It will also serve as a significant knowledge base where like-minded professionals will be able to share advice and tips respective to their markets and expertise.
Unlike other real estate and home industry directories and forums, Dwela.com integrates all professional services into a single environment. This will allow realtors to talk to a residential painter who may want to network with a plumber who in turn will be able to create referral relationships with general contractors. Through this member-driven networking platform, Dwela.com will serve as an Internet "matchmaker," helping home industry professionals refer business and leads to one another.
Dwela.com expects rapid growth in the months ahead. Membership in Dwela.com is free for six months from date of sign up.
Please visit www.dwela.com to learn more about our unique platform and services.
Jesse Chatham is the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer for www.dwela.com.
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Dwela.com Launches New Peer to Peer Networking and Internet Directory Website
Dwela.com launches home industry, peer to peer networking site and Internet directory. Free to join for a limited time to all professionals in the home industry.
(PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Dwela.com announces the launch of their new website and Internet platform: www.dwela.com. Dwela.com will serve both professionals and consumers in the home and housing industry. Dwela is a first of its kind, home industry peer to peer networking community and Internet directory. Through their innovative consumer-facing directory and comprehensive, fully-integrated social networking platform, Dwela provides a service and solution that is unlike any other in the industry.
Founded in August 2006, co-founders Josh Fuller and Jesse Chatham have been working in the Internet world for close to ten years. Together, they bring a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to Dwela and its members.
Dwela.com consists of all of the major home and housing industry professional service categories including Realtors, mortgage lenders, general contractors, architects, interior designers, HVAC, landscapers, plumbers, residential painters and roofers. These professional home and housing industry professionals will be listed in the public directory according to their type of service and geographical location.
In addition, all members of Dwela.com will have full access to Dwela's robust social network, blog and forum environment. In this private, secure area, members will be able to contact, chat and network with professionals in the member's region and across the country. This platform will enable the member to create friends lists and referral contacts in not just the member's own area of expertise but in any of the other professional service provider categories as well. It will also serve as a significant knowledge base where like-minded professionals will be able to share advice and tips respective to their markets and expertise.
Unlike other real estate and home industry directories and forums, Dwela.com integrates all professional services into a single environment. This will allow realtors to talk to a residential painter who may want to network with a plumber who in turn will be able to create referral relationships with general contractors. Through this member-driven networking platform, Dwela.com will serve as an Internet "matchmaker," helping home industry professionals refer business and leads to one another.
Dwela.com expects rapid growth in the months ahead. Membership in Dwela.com is free for six months from date of sign up.
Please visit www.dwela.com to learn more about our unique platform and services.
Jesse Chatham is the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer for www.dwela.com.
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SelecTech Flooring Named StarNet Preferred Vendor
SelecTech Flooring has been named a preferred vendor for the StarNet Commercial Flooring Cooperative of independent floorcovering contractors. SelecTech's recycled interlocking flooring lines include FreeStyle Commercial, SelecTile Industrial and SelecTile ESD. All SelecTech flooring products contain up to 78% recycled material, are 100% cradle-to-cradle recyclable, can contribute to LEED points and are backed by 10-year commercial wear warranties.
Avon, MA (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- SelecTech Flooring has been named a preferred vendor for the StarNet Commercial Flooring Cooperative of independent floorcovering contractors.
SelecTech's recycled interlocking flooring lines include FreeStyle Commercial, SelecTile Industrial and SelecTile ESD. All SelecTech flooring products contain up to 78% recycled material, are 100% cradle-to-cradle recyclable, can contribute to LEED points and are backed by 10-year commercial wear warranties.
The flexible composition of FreeStyle and SelecTile floor tiles, combined with their unique Place 'N Go interlocking systems, allow them to be quickly and easily installed over problem subfloors, including high-moisture concrete, stained, cracked and irregular substrates, as well as over old flooring. They require no adhesive, dramatically reducing installation costs and disruptions, and eliminating adhesive solvent emissions.
FreeStyle Commercial flooring has a durable 20-mil wear layer for extended durability and is available in 14 popular wood, stone and cork patterns. Watertight, anti-microbial and chemical and stain-resistant, FreeStyle stays in place under 500 psi point loads, reduces noise, provides improved comfort under foot and is ADA slip-resistant compliant.
SelecTile Industrial flooring is designed for use in heavy-duty, high-traffic industrial, manufacturing, institutional, transportation, shipping, warehouse and similar areas. It withstands point-loads of up to 1,000 psi, including forklifts, pallet jacks and carts. SelecTile Industrial is available in smooth, coin and diamond surface profiles in six standard colors.
SelecTile ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) flooring is specially-formulated to provide high ESD protection in areas with sensitive equipment. Available in static-dissipative and conductive versions, its unique interlock system electrically connects each tile, eliminating the need for complicated under-floor copper strip systems. SelecTile ESD, available in smooth, coin and diamond surface profiles, is made with a solid conductive polymer that provides a large conductive mass to ensure that static charges are drawn to the floor and away from equipment.
For additional information and samples, contact SelecTech Flooring, 33 Wales Ave, Avon, MA 02322, 877-738-4537, freestyleflooring.com
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Dreamray Announces Roll-Out of Imperial Homes Interactive Website
Dreamray has deployed the fully interactive website of Imperial Homes - Texas.
Houston, TX (PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- Houston-based Dreamray, L.L.C. announced the launching of the Imperial Homes fully interactive website (www.imperialhomestexas.com).
Imperial Homes recently partnered with Michael Garfield, The High Tech Texan ™, to bring home buyers the i-Tech Home™. The i-Tech concept allows the home buyer to completely customize their home with the latest in high tech security, home entertainment systems, portable computing (utilizing a built-in wireless router), automated lighting systems and home climate control systems. Imperial Homes wanted the ability to show their technology online.
Paul Jerome, President and CEO of Dreamray, said, "We had done work for Imperial Homes in the past; they knew our capabilities. When they came out with this new concept in homebuilding, they needed a development company that could capture that concept and bring it to life. This was not so much of a challenge as it was a perfect match of two like-minded companies. Neither one of us would turn out a product which we didn't feel was perfect." Imperial Homes working with Dreamray found the best way to present their technology was utilizing Dreamray's TV Home Page technology.
Dreamray has been operating in Houston, TX since September, 2001. Dreamray has grown to become a completely integrated Design, Marketing, Advertising, Web Solutions and Video Production company.
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Low-Profile Swing Door Operator Offers Modern Look
The new CD 80 Swing Door Operator from DORMA Entrance Systems provides an aesthetically pleasing swing door option, perfect for office applications. The superior, innovative design has been recognized internationally with the 2004 Red Dot Design Award.
(PRWEB) April 12, 2007 -- The new CD 80 Swing Door Operator from DORMA Entrance Systems provides an aesthetically pleasing swing door option, perfect for office applications. The superior, innovative design has been recognized internationally with the 2004 Red Dot Design Award.
Suitable for both new and existing applications, CD 80 operators' low profile make the operators ideal for mounting on standard door systems. In addition, the unit's low weight allows it to fit directly onto the door leaf or top jamb without causing excessive hinge strain. And it's easy to install - simply latch the operator onto the mounting plate after the plate has been attached.
The CD 80 operator is a quiet solution for noise-sensitive locations such as offices and health care facilities. Its tight engineering tolerances dramatically reduce vibrations during door operation, resulting in extraordinarily silent function when automatically opening and closing a door.
Several standard functions meet various entrance needs including power assist and an extended hold-open function that allows the door to remain open at an adjustable angle for up to 10 minutes, perfect for loading or unloading as well as ventilation.
For more information or a product brochure, call DORMA Entrance Systems toll free at 1-877-367-6211 or visit www.dorma-usa.com.
About DORMA Group North America
DORMA Group North America manufactures and markets a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry, with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. Part of The DORMA Group worldwide, DORMA Group North America comprises DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Glas, Modernfold, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, and DORMA Entrance Systems -- which markets products and services under the DORMA Automatics, Crane Revolving Door and Carolina Door Controls brands.
DORMA Group North America offerings include safety and security products, locks, door closers, exit devices, glass hardware and patch fittings, sliding and swinging automatic doors, revolving doors and operable partitions.
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CHAMPS Software, Inc. Announces Release of its New CHAMPS LOCK OUT/TAG OUT (LOTO) Product
CHAMPS LOTO is designed to automate and simplify complex Lockout /Tagout processes and transform any CMMS/EAM into a full blown Integrated Safety Management System.
Crystal River, FL (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- CHAMPS Software, Inc. , a leading developer of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems/ Enterprise Asset Management (CMMS/ EAM) solutions, today announced the availability of its newest and most comprehensive Lockout/Tagout system, CHAMPS LOTO. The system is designed to provide integrated safety management functionality for the entire spectrum of operations and maintenance organizations involved in locking and tagging of equipment.
The system will deliver measurable benefits to industrial, commercial, government, educational and other large facilities by ensuring safety of work force during construction, installation, set up, inspection, modification and maintenance of machines or equipment where employees could be exposed to the unexpected energization or release of hazardous energy.
CHAMPS' CMMS Division will implement CHAMPS LOTO as a fully integrated component of CHAMPS CMMS/EAM, as well as, an integrated safety module for any CMMS / EAM product. "Keeping plants operating at peak performance without interruption is why maintenance solutions were originally invented," said Bryan Gay, President of CHAMPS CMMS Division. "Accomplishing this feat fast, while guaranteeing the safety of all the folks involved in the process, is what CHAMPS LOTO is all about."
CHAMPS LOTO is designed to reduce the complexities associated with defining and implementing safety procedures and processes. "Our customers have invested time and money on their maintenance solutions, as well as other operational systems such as ERP and Project Management," said Nigel Pilsbury, CHAMPS Director of R&D. "Now they can further leverage these solutions by integrating CHAMPS LOTO into their plant operations. This simple step will enhance work force safety, shorten outages and improve bottom line profits."
CHAMPS LOTO has been developed in cooperation with users from several industries including; Nuclear Power, Government Agencies, Manufacturing (discrete & process), Pulp and Paper and others.
About CHAMPS
CHAMPS is focused on creating and implementing software solutions that enable large enterprises to optimize the life cycles of their capital assets. These assets include the work force, equipment, facilities, vehicles, tools and spare parts. Efficient acquisition, maintenance, repairs, replacement or salvaging of these critical assets result in operational excellence, leading to decreased cost and increased profits. CHAMPS CMMS is designed to manage work, reduce equipment down time, optimize parts inventory, enforce safety and regulatory compliance, reduce maintenance expenses and improve purchasing efficiencies. With the launch of its BI division, CHAMPS now offers leading BI and CRM solutions for enterprises to enhance customer relations, gain competitive advantage and increase profits. Implementation of CHAMPS solutions results in measurable productivity gains.
For more information on CHAMPS, please visit www.champsinc.com
CONTACT:
Mike Melfi
352-795-2362, ext 226
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NAWIC Names Soto and Henry as 2007 Crystal Vision Award Winners
Veronica Soto, director of the small business program for the Los Angeles Unified School District, and Deborah J. Henry, Ph.D., director of special programs at the University of Missouri, St. Louis, help pave the way for women in the construction industry. NAWIC's Crystal Vision Awards celebrate the achievements of individuals with vision who help promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry.
Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is pleased to announce the winners of its 13th annual Crystal Vision Awards. The mission of the Crystal Vision Awards is to recognize individuals who promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry. Veronica Soto is the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award, which is awarded to a nonmember of NAWIC, and Deborah J. Henry, Ph.D., is the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award, which is awarded to a NAWIC member.
Veronica Soto is the manager of the small business program for the Los Angeles Unified School District's $19.3 billion School Construction and Modernization program. Soto has 10 years experience in creating and implementing economic development programs to increase and build the capacity of small and/or disadvantaged firms. She joined the District in February of 2003 to create and implement a Small Business Program to enable the District to achieve its 25 percent Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal, and increase the pool of contractors, engineers, architects and other professionals to participate in the District's $19.3 billion school construction program.
Maria D. Acosta, Los Angeles district director for the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency, says Soto has earned great respect from her peers and the business community. "Veronica encourages women to participate in the workshops that we offer. She takes time to provide them with one-on-one guidance, support and assistance. The passion she demonstrates in assisting [these women to develop strength and meet their desired goals and successes in this industry is unsurpassed."
In her role as manager of the small business program for the school district, Soto's responsibilities include the development and continued management of several programs: the Small Business Boot Camp, Contractor MoneyWork$, the We Build Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program and the iSEE Architectural & Engineering Internship Program. Soto makes a concerted effort to ensure all students interested in these programs are able to participate, especially young women who are underrepresented in these fields. Collectively, these programs serve to change the face of the construction industry in both race and gender.
Deborah J. Henry, Ph.D., is the director of special programs at the University of Missouri, St. Louis. She is a 27-year member of NAWIC and is currently a member of the St. Louis, Mo., Chapter. At the University, she teaches in the Department of History and Institute for Women and Gender Studies. She often mentors students in the civil engineering program, helping with scholarship applications, interview skills and résumé preparation. Her industry and NAWIC connections help secure internships for these young women pursuing construction-related careers. Henry is also responsible for directing the University's Advanced Credit Program in St. Louis metropolitan-area high schools. She is the University's contact for more than 3,500 area students.
Henry's nominator, Kimberly A. Staats, also a member of the St. Louis Chapter says, "Deborah's many years as a project engineer fueled her passion for the construction industry. When that passion was combined with her dedication to the success of women and minorities in construction, she became an unstoppable force for their success. She is a true champion of inclusivity born of an understanding that true success can only be achieved using a wide and diverse pool of resources."
Few people have as clear a vision as Henry of what is possible when everyone joins together to work toward a common goal. Henry recognizes that when we focus our commonalities and appreciate our differences, we can build the construction industry to be the best of the best.
Soto and Henry will be honored on Sept. 8, 2007 for their achievements during the Crystal Vision Awards Gala at NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention in Orlando, Fla. The recipients of this year's Crystal Vision Awards were selected by a panel of three judges: Karen Brannon, educational consultant for Paxton/Patterson; Richard Cattanach, executive director of Associated General Contractors of Alaska; and Matt Stevens, president of Stevens Construction Institute Inc.
The Crystal Vision Awards Program was established by NAWIC Past National President Susan Levy in 1995. The program recognizes individuals who promote the role of women in construction through initiatives, policies or legislation. The Crystal Vision Award recognizes a nonmember of NAWIC, and the Crystal Achievement Award recognizes a member of the Association. Since the first visionaries were selected in 1995, this one-of-a-kind program has not only fulfilled its purpose of recognizing exemplary leaders in the industry, it has developed a reputation for honoring individuals who are committed to building a diverse work force amidst the demanding backdrops of the industry today. To schedule interviews or learn more about the Crystal Vision Program, contact Kara Roberson at (800) 552-3506.
Founded in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1955, NAWIC is an international Association serving approximately 5,500 members in nearly 200 chapters in the United States. NAWIC is proud to celebrate more than fifty years of service. NAWIC's Core Purpose is "To enhance the success of women in the construction industry."
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Across America: Where to Move for $800 a Month in Rent
LOS ANGELES (BusinessWire EON/PRWeb ) April 11, 2007 -- Looking at apartments in the $800 a month range? Maybe you live in L.A. and $800+ can only get you a studio in downtown. Or you live in Plano, TX, where the same monthly rent will afford you a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment. It is all about location. Either way, Move, Inc., the media leader in connecting consumers with the when, where and how to move, has a full range of apartments with vastly different amenities for you to choose from nationwide. This week’s Trend Spot, http://trends.move.com, focuses on five apartments across the nation with an $800 a month rental range.
Downtown Studio for Sports Fans – Located just minutes from the Staples Center, the true sports fan can settle in to watch all the games for this $850/month studio, which features a sports lover’s basics: a refrigerator and stove. http://rentals.move.com/call/8668962853
Open-Air Oasis – Offering lush landscaping, a pool, spa and sauna, a patio and a fireplace, this Plano, TX, apartment offers great amenities outside as well as inside. The apartment features large closets, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and is a great find at $734/month. http://rentals.move.com/propid/21677
Nature Lover’s Dream – A 77-acre park with nature trails, wooded landscape and soothing ponds make for an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in Seattle, WA. This $810/month one-bedroom and one-bathroom apartment features a true circulating fireplace, balcony, separate dining room, heated swimming pools, nightly courtesy patrol, BBQ/picnic area, tennis courts and fitness center. http://rentals.move.com/propid/28679
City Retreat – Located just 30 miles from downtown Chicago, Gary, IN, has one of the most spacious $755/month apartments on the market. Boasting 1,398 sq. ft., the apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a patio, a separate dining room, a dishwasher, air conditioning, a pool, BBQ/picnic area and laundry facilities on site. http://rentals.move.com/call/8662105848
Serene Surroundings – This $810/month apartment in the Boston suburb of West Roxbury, MA, has all the amenities a studio could have, including wall-to-wall carpeting, a full kitchen, disposal, microwave, air conditioning, pool and laundry facilities. http://rentals.move.com/call/8668268635
REALTOR.com®, operated by Move, Inc. and Move.com homes and rentals featured on Move Trend Spot are based on the most comprehensive nationwide database of available properties and their amenities as of April 10, 2007. Additional comparisons and lists showcasing trends in consumer preference, interest and demand for Real Estate properties are available at http://trends.move.com.
ABOUT MOVE, INC.
Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE), the media leader for the when, where and how to move, provides homebuyers and renters with the real estate and community information, and professional connections they need before, during and after a move. The Company operates Move.com™ (http://www.move.com), the most comprehensive real estate search site for rentals and homes to buy, and REALTOR.com® (http://www.realtor.com), the official Web site of the National Association of REALTORS®. Move also operates Welcome Wagon® (http://www.welcomewagon.com), a 78-year-old neighborhood expert that provides new movers with valuable and comprehensive information about businesses and professionals in their new communities. Move.com is the official new homes Web site of the National Association of Home Builders. Move also operates Moving.com (http://www.moving.com), SeniorHousingNet™ (http://www.seniorhousingnet.com), TOP PRODUCER® Systems (http://www.topproducer.com), FactoryBuiltHousing.com (http://www.factorybuilthousing.com) and Home Plans (http://www.homeplans.com). On the Net: http://investor.move.com.
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Del Webb's Sun City Peachtree in Atlanta Keeps Up with the Expanding Population ''Formerly Known As Senior Citizens''
ATLANTA (BusinessWire EON/PRWeb ) April 11, 2007 -- Even as companies struggle to keep up with today’s YouTube generation, another audience segment is evolving quickly and creating an equally dramatic need for a strategic shift. As Baby Boomers move into the 55+ category, they are also moving past the “senior citizen” terminology and the Florida retirement stereotype.
As Del Webb, the active adult brand of Pulte Homes, prepares for the opening of Sun City Peachtree, an active adult community in the Atlanta area, the company is sharing insights into its philosophy for meeting the demands of a population aging with attitude.
Aging with attitude: Last year, the first wave of Baby Boomers hit the 60 mark. The number of people age 55 and better in the United States will grow from 69 million to 97 million by 2020. With trillions of dollars in spending power, this growing population is calling the shots, and keeping corporate America on its toes. In a recent Barron’s cover story, Del Webb was listed as one of ten companies primed to benefit from the boomer generation. As the nation’s largest builder of active adult communities, Del Webb is an expert at moving fast to keep up with this changing market segment. Sun City Peachtree reflects a modern profile of Baby Boomers moving past 55 without missing a beat. “Today’s active adults are aging with attitude,” said David Vitek, Pulte Homes/Del Webb Georgia South Division President. “They are shattering the stereotype of the quiet, rocking chair retirement and Sun City Peachtree is leading the charge by revolutionizing this paradigm.”
Life beyond the lounge chair: The most recent Baby Boomer survey commissioned by Del Webb and conducted by Harris Interactive showed that today’s active adults want to keep moving, stay challenged and continue learning. Sun City Peachtree will be a lifestyle destination where all this is possible. “We are building a lifestyle community from the ground up and with no preconceived ideas,” said Vitek. “Everything we do revolves around catering to the desires of our residents in a way that only a Sun City by Del Webb concept can deliver,” said Vitek.
Retirement is out. Second careers are in: Today’s active adults are reenergized, not retired. Many individuals age 55 and better will continue to work or launch new business ventures. Half of all AARP members are employed and 40 to 50 percent of residents in Del Webb communities are still working. “Retirement isn’t seen as the end game anymore,” Vitek said. “It’s a life transition and they want a great quality of life over the next forty years and working, in some capacity, is a part of that.”
Snowbirds take a u-turn: Researchers are bringing attention to the migration of active adults from Florida to other parts of the country, and a variety of reasons have been cited: moving closer to family, inclement weather and cost of insurance. Sixty-percent of Baby Boomers say they plan to stay within three hours of their current location. “There’s a secret weapon in our business and it’s called grandkids,” Vitek said. “Staying close to family and friends, and maintaining links to their community are important things to them.” One fact is clear, the destinations for individuals 55 and better are changing and cities that move quickly to accommodate this population could see significant economic benefit. Bleakly Advisory Group, an independent real estate consulting firm, estimates that Sun City Peachtree will offer the Atlanta region over $1 billion in positive economic impact.
Blogging with Grandma: Today’s active adults are tech-savvy and connected. From IPODS to online networking, they are using technology to stay connected and make their lives easier. In fact, Baby Boomers account for nearly one-third of America’s Internet users. Sun City Peachtree will offer the latest in technology, including structured, computer centers and Del Webb Live, an interactive community Intranet.
Del Webb facilitates second childhood: “Baby Boomers are making life after 55 a new beginning and they want communities that move beyond accommodation to optimization,” said Vitek. “Sun City Peachtree is ready to help this dynamic audience maximize their ‘second childhood’ and customize the next great chapter in their lives.”
Sun City Peachtree will offer 3,400 homes on 1,726 acres just south of downtown Atlanta. The development will be the largest master-planned community in Atlanta and is scheduled to open in August of 2007. For more information and to join the guest list for the Sun City Peachtree VIP event, please visit www.suncityVIP.com or call toll free 1-877-242-9322.
About Pulte Homes
Pulte Homes, Inc., (NYSE: PHM), based in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., is a FORTUNE 150 company with operations in 52 markets and 27 states. In 2006, it delivered 41,487 homes and generated consolidated revenues of $14.3 billion. During its 57-year history, the company has constructed nearly 500,000 homes. In 2006, Pulte Homes received the most awards in the J.D. Power and Associates® New Home-Builder Customer Satisfaction StudySM, marking the seventh-straight year Pulte achieved this distinction. Under its Del Webb brand, Pulte is the nation's largest builder of active adult communities for people age 55 and better. Its DiVosta brand is renowned in Florida for its Built Solid™ building system and distinctive master-planned communities. Pulte Mortgage LLC is a nationwide lender offering Pulte customers a wide variety of loan products and superior service.
Websites: www.pulte.com; www.delwebb.com; www.divosta.com
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Decorative Concrete Follows Gore and Schwarzenegger's "Leed"
A new online resource follows Gore and Swhwarzenegger's 'leed' offering options for consumers to choose Decorative Concrete for building and design. Concrete is becoming noticed as an environmentally friendly choice for people who are getting on board to a 'green' future.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- A new online decorative concrete resource is on board to a green future. While people are starting to take notice of what Gore and Schwarzenegger have been advocating across the globe, the most widely used material (no not water) in the world is leading the way for a greener future and gaining in popularity.
The product is Concrete.
Concrete is becoming the choice when choosing a smart environmentally green product to build with. It is an extremely durable product that requires much less long-term maintenance when compared to alternate products; not to mention the rating points earned because it emits virtually zero toxic vapors. (Volatile organic compounds.)
The use of concrete for countertops, light emitting concrete, finished colorful cement floors, decorative concrete patios, driveways, polished finishes, and furniture are all being showcased on the website as a way to utilize this eco-friendly product.
Today's decorative concrete technology offers better choices. Instead of tearing out an old concrete slab just so it can be re-poured, it can be resurfaced using micro-thin concrete material and can then be colored and finished. Polishing concrete can add a lustrous shine to a new or existing concrete slab rather than covering it up with a synthetic floor covering material. Technology also offers the ability to acquire a functional yet beautiful finished floor during the initial placement of a concrete slab for new construction projects in both residential and commercial applications.
Schools, retail outlets, institutions, and large chain superstores like Wal-Mart, Home Depot, and Costco Wholesale are all choosing decorative concrete for their design plans. Companies today are committed to sticking with energy efficient, healthier, safer and longer lasting building materials. Concrete fits this profile.
Architects, Designers, Builders and Home Owners are all beginning to realize the green benefits of concrete, and can use the Technical Data and color charts section on the website to help them specify decorative concrete systems for their upcoming projects.
Mark Donaldson, president of The Ideas Media Group Inc. says " There is a growing interest in decorative concrete (the fastest growing segment of the concrete industry) and the options available. We are offering a way to make it easy for the consumer to find reliable, easy to understand information and answers about decorative concrete. They now have a resource available to them to find local concrete contractors, articles, ideas, and suppliers for decorative concrete."
Concreteideas.com is proving true as the fastest growing online resource for decorative concrete with over 60,000 visitors and over 360, 000 page-views per month since launching in January of 2007. Consumers love the relevant articles, inspiring images, and direct links to hundreds of companies, professionals and suppliers in the Decorative Concrete Community.
Anyone can contribute articles, images, and information to the site for free as the site continually strives to be on the cutting edge of the decorative concrete industry and the latest trends.
Maybe Al Gore and Arnold Schwarzenegger will consider using Decorative Concrete for their next project -- that is, if they haven't already?
For additional information visit the site.
Contact: Mark Donaldson
Phone Toll Free: 1-877-904-3327
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U.S. Legal Forms Joins Forces with World Wide Notary
Leading online document provider teams with electronic signature pioneer.
Jackson, MS (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- U.S. Legal Forms, Inc., the nation's leading provider of state-specific legal forms on the Internet, announced today that the company has entered into a strategic partnership with World Wide Notary, L.L.C., a leader in electronic signature and electronic professional seal technology. Under terms of the agreement, U.S. Legal Forms and World Wide Notary will work together to promote each other's respective products and services and to develop further initiatives. The alliance will give professionals and the public easier access to online legal forms with e-signing and e-sealing services to accommodate e-notary needs.
"U.S. Legal Forms and World Wide Notary are leaders in providing Internet solutions to serve legal profession. Electronic signature technology has opened up an important avenue for attorneys and professionals in any industry who rely on the use of legal documents to have those documents executed quickly and efficiently. Many professionals who come to our site will benefit from e-notary services and we are pleased to have World Wide Notary working with us to better serve our customers," said U.S. Legal Forms CEO Frank D. Edens.
World Wide Notary utilizes state-of-the-art technology for personal and commercial business transactions needing notary services. The company has recently been selected as one of only four authorized enotarization providers for North Carolina. The selection came after two years due diligence conducted by the Secretary of State.
"Our DigaSign product is designed to e-sign and to apply professional e-seals for notaries, architects, surveyors, judges, county clerks, etc. where it can be utilized by stand alone users like a notary or an attorney. I am confident in saying that there is not another e-signing and e-sealing solution in existence that processes Window's based documents for any industry in a controlled environment like World Wide Notary does. We are very excited to partner with U.S. Legal Forms and to bring our technology to the market place to enable electronic documents to be e-signed and e-sealed in minutes instead of days. This partnership will provide unparalleled document processing functionality to individuals and companies saving them time and money while enhancing their workflows and compliance," said Bob Rice, CEO of World Wide Notary.
USLegalForms.com users can now access World Wide Notary services under the attorneys site section of the strategic partner page located at http://www.uslegalforms.com/strategicpartners/.
U.S. Legal Forms offerings are now available to World Wide Notary users through a partner link at http://www.wwnotary.com/index-8_links.html.
For more information on U.S. Legal Forms products, please visit http://www.uslegalforms.com or call (601) 896-0180.
About U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.
U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. (www.uslegalforms.com) is the nation's leading publisher of state-specific legal forms on the Internet. The company sells legal forms and related products to attorneys, small businesses and consumers. USLegalForms.com now lists more than 70,000 state-specific legal forms which are drafted in the required language and style needed to conform to the laws of each state. The production staff, comprised of attorneys, research and update legal forms to account for variations and revisions in state law. USLF products are designed to assist attorneys in conducting their business more efficiently and to help consumers with common and routine legal needs. In 2005, U.S. Legal Forms was named to the Inc. 500 list of fastest growing private companies in America, ranked at #261. The Mississippi Business Journal also placed U.S. Legal Forms on its 2005 Fast 40 list of fastest-growing privately held companies in the state. U.S. Legal Forms, Inc. is a subsidiary of USLegal, Inc. (http://www.uslegal.com), a legal publishing company which operates legal websites including FormsPass.com, SearchLaw.com and LawStore.com.
About World Wide Notary
World Wide Notary (www.wwnotary.com), a privately held Texas Corporation, is a leading provider of electronic signature and electronic professional seal technology. World Wide Notary's technology can be utilized by any industry needing multiple signatures and/or professional seal approvals from multiple locations. Professional seals could be for example notaries, architects, surveyors, geologists and government officials. Pioneering electronic signatures, as early as 1996, World Wide Notary's management team has years of experience in the Internet technology industry working with stringent federal mandates, such as HIPAA, E-SIGN and state UETA regulations, regarding security and the use of electronic and digital signatures.
For more information contact:
Carrie Anna Criado
Director of Public Relations
U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.
Phone: (601) 896-0180 ext. 320
Fax: (601) 896-0199
Email: carrie @ uslegal.com
Sheila Hemphill
Media Contact
World Wide Notary, L.L.C.
Phone: (940) 553-4585 press 1 #301
Email: shemphill @ wwnotary.com
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Management Companies, HOAs and Community Associations Find Relief from FCC's OTARD Rule by Using Commdeck Systems
The OTARD (Over-the-Air Reception Device) rule prevents associations from placing restrictions that would impair the installation and maintenance of satellite and off-air antenna devices on tenants and owners' homes. Property management companies, landlords, homeowner and community associations have struggled trying to balance the need to protect and preserve the integrity of the their properties while ensuring tenants' and owners' rights to receive video programming from broadband satellite use. The Commdeck is their solution.
Eau Claire, WI (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- A "dish re-mount project" that took place during the fall of 2006 in Minneapolis, MN triggered the start of something big for many of the management companies that were simply fed-up in dealing with damaging installations. The pilot project was done in Heritage Square, a town home development built by K. Hovnanian Homes and managed by a company called Community Development. The project went well, so well that Community Development along with several other large management companies are now mandating the use of Commdeck on all of their managed properties.
Management Companies throughout the Nation are now mandating the use of Commdeck systems if satellite dishes are to be installed on their properties. During the past several years, management companies have been left to deal with property damage due to lag bolt installations, unsightly exterior coaxial cable, along with many aesthetic and uniformity issues that can cause costly repairs and decrease property values.
Commdeck systems have since become the only sensible solution to resolve the problems and have opened the door for builders and HOAs' to successfully pre-wire and offer satellite in every home. While satellite demand continues to grow, Builders and Developers are now able to organize and control the dish and antenna locations with this smart, effective product.
Katie Stuemke, Operations Administrator for K Hovnanian Homes, a publicly held development company with over 3,000 employees across the country said, "Commdeck is installed on our single family and multi-family homes as they are being built. We did some research and had our property management personnel do more research and we found that Commdeck was the solution to our satellite installation issues. These issues included not voiding the roofing warranties, water intrusion problems and grounding issues that we were dealing with. Commdeck is the only answer we've found that will solve all of these problems."
With their management companies still having to coordinate satellite dish installations on the back-end, Centex homes realized that the Commdeck is most beneficial if it is installed and wired to during the construction of its homes. Centex homes is now taking a pro-active approach and is installing and wiring the Commdeck on all new multi-family homes in the Minneapolis market. Centex is also offering the satellite package on all single-family homes as well.
One major benefit of a pre-wired Commdeck is that you are not at the mercy of how much experience the installer has. "If your dish installer has 2 months of experience or 10 years of experience, the dish installation and cable routing are consistent, uniform and damage free," says John Scheppke, owner of Scheppke Real Estate and Property Management. "The Commdeck has given me a reason to allow satellite dishes back into our properties." Commdeck systems are delivering these benefits to the building industry in a way never before available.
The Commdeck system continues to grow and is used by many of the top 50 builders including, Centex Homes, K Hovnanian, Lennar, Pasquinelli, Rottlund and Town & Country Homes, along with many others. The mounting systems are becoming a standard by builders and roofing contractors throughout the Nation. Commdeck products will last the life of a home and roof warranties, including workmanship, remain in tact.
Commdeck is weathertight, leak proof, and formed from 18 gauge steel. It serves as both an enclosure for the coaxial cables and a mount. Designed to withstand windloads in excess of 100MPH, all Commdeck products are Made in America. An easy installation process, Commdeck installs like a common roof vent. The seamless, streamlined mounting platforms are inexpensive and dishes can be easily installed and removed at any time. Steve Capozzi President of RSTC Enterprises/Commdeck said, "Now, Roofing Contractors, Builders, Developers, Home Owners Associations and Home Owners can control the installation of dishes, appearance of the property and protect their investment from lag bolt damage with one simple affordable system.
About RSTC/CommDeck
RSTC Enterprises was established in response to the consumers need for a network solution that would accommodate future satellite technologies, when building a new home or commercial development. Homebuilders, low voltage and installation contractors alike have struggled to meet the explosive consumer demand for satellite service.
In 2003, the founders of RSTC Enterprises began collaborating on several new product ideas for the building and satellite industry. Drawing from their various contracting experiences in the Cable, Satellite and Construction fields, the partners set out to find a way to incorporate satellite option into existing building practices. Commdeck is one of the results of those efforts.
RSTC will distribute affordable products that can allow a built-in alternative to cable with out compromising the structure or appearance of their home. The vision of RSTC is to continue the development of innovative products that will improve satellite dish mounting technology, making the satellite dish option a standard in the building and home networking industry.
Contact:
Ron Dickerson, Vice President
RSTC Enterprises, Inc
1-866-367-7782
www.commdeck.com
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Marlborough Hospital and Single Digits Team to Provide Wireless Internet Access for Patients and Visitors
Marlborough Hospital and Single Digits, Inc., today announced a joint effort to provide state-of-the-art internet services through the deployment of a managed wireless service for patients and visitors of the hospital called the Marlborough Hospital Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) Network.
Marlborough, MA; Manchester, NH (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- Marlborough Hospital and Single Digits, Inc., today announced a joint effort to provide state-of-the-art internet services through the deployment of a managed wireless service for patients and visitors of the hospital called the Marlborough Hospital Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) Network.
The new Single Digits Internet service features a Marlborough Hospital welcome web page that automatically appears when patients first access the Internet via their Microsoft Explorer or Netscape browsers. Laptop or Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) users may also access email, send instant messages to family and friends, play games, surf the web, and get school assignments all free-of-charge by clicking on various links or accessing the Internet directly.
"We are constantly striving to deliver the highest quality health care in a personal, community setting, paying close attention to the needs of our patients and their families," said John Polanowicz, CEO and president of Marlborough Hospital. "We are pleased to be able to partner with Single Digits to provide this service which is among the first for MetroWest hospitals."
The free wireless service went live on April 2 and is available in the hospital's Main Lobby, Emergency Department Waiting Area, and the Union Street Café. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and no account is needed for access. The Marlborough Hospital Wi-Fi Network offers wireless network speeds at the 802.11b/g standards.
"We're excited to be providing support to Marlborough Hospital to provide free internet access patients and their families," said Bob Goldstein, CEO of Single Digits. "We believe the service will be invaluable not only to patients, but also to visitors balancing the need to be with their loved one at the hospital and still stay in touch with the outside world."
Managed Internet Service Provided by Single Digits
Single Digits business-class hotspot management software has been deployed by hospitals, resort communities, marinas, airports, restaurants, schools, and many other organizations worldwide. The intelligent software resides within Single Digits Network Operation Center, where the company is able to remotely manage, monitor and support its customer's high-speed Internet service -- alleviating them from hiring additional technical support or having to address connectivity issues themselves. Unlike many competitive hotspot offerings, Single Digits business-class solution empowers the hotspot host to become an actual Internet Service Provider, allowing them to retain control over the terms of use.
About Marlborough Hospital
Marlborough Hospital is served by a medical staff of more than 200 primary care physicians and specialists. The hospital provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and ancillary services, including oncology, laboratory and radiology services, physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, inpatient and outpatient mental health services as well as diabetes education and management. A state-of-the-art Emergency Department, staffed by emergency medicine physicians from the UMass Memorial Medical Center, provides 24-hour emergency care. As a member of UMass Memorial Health Care, Marlborough Hospital provides patients with a direct link to the advanced medical resources of UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, a nationally recognized academic medical center. Marlborough Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and is certified as a primary stroke service by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. For more information about the hospital visit: www.marlboroughhospital.org.
About Single Digits
Single Digits, Inc. is the preeminent provider of business-class wireless hotspot management software and hosting solutions enabling full service, customized Wi-Fi access for businesses of all sizes. Single Digits hotspot software enables companies to deliver their own brand of Wi-Fi service to their customers, meeting the growing demand for mobile, high-speed Internet access. Headquartered in Manchester, NH, Single Digits has operations in North America, the Middle East and Africa. For more information visit their web site at www.singledigits.com or call (866) 516-4533.
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NetOffer.com Announces a Free FSBO Homes for Sale Classified Ad Service
NetOffer.com, the largest Flat Fee MLS Listing Broker in Texas, now offers free classified ads for anyone wanting to sell their home. FSBO and Agent listings are both welcome. The service is free and very easy to use. NetOffer.com gets more than 10,000 unique visitors to its website each month and wants to help everyone sell their home quickly.
(PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- NetOffer.com now offers a free classified ad service designed to help anyone sell their home more quickly. The service, available at www.NetOffer.com, is offered to both FSBOs and Agents and is very easy to use. Lee Thurburn, President of NetOffer, says "We now offer this service because we want anyone who is trying to sell their home to benefit from the high traffic that the NetOffer.com website gets each day."
Mr. Thurburn adds, "NetOffer has helped nearly 2,000 FSBO clients sell their home on the MLS during the last two and a half years and we want to open our service to anyone trying to sell a home. Even though we can not list everyone on the MLS for free we can help anyone sell their home because we get over 10,000 unique visitors to our web site each month and many of those visitors are looking for a home to purchase."
Since starting in October 2004 as a Flat Fee MLS Listing service NetOffer.com has rapidly become the leader in Flat Fee MLS Listing services in Texas. As a Texas real estate broker operating in the DFW, North Texas market, serving Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano and all surrounding cities, NetOffer uses advanced technology embedded in a fully automated website to provide high quality service to home owners wanting to list their home on the MLS but not wanting to pay a 2% or 3% commission to the listing agent.
"The most time consuming part of listing a home on the MLS is related to collecting information about the home from the home owner. By using a fully automated, interactive website that is easy to use, NetOffer.com has reduced the time involved in collecting information about the property being listed. Saving time saves money and those savings are passed along to our clients," says Mr. Thurburn.
About NetOffer, Inc. and www.NetOffer.com
NetOffer, Inc. is a privately held Texas corporation which has been licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission as a Real Estate Brokerage Corporation since March 2005. NetOffer, Inc. has listed nearly 2,000 homes on the MLS in Texas since forming and continues to provide services to clients in the Dallas, Fort Worth and North Texas market area. NetOffer, Inc. provides technology and marketing services to real estate brokers both in Texas and outside of Texas by licensing the listing engine technology that NetOffer, Inc. has developed.
NetOffer, Inc. also provides a Search Engine which can be found at Search.NetOffer.com. The NetOffer Search Engine is designed to allow businesses and websites become more visible and makes finding local businesses very easy using advanced search technologies.
NetOffer, Inc. also provides a Classified Ad system which can be found at Class.NetOffer.com. The NetOffer Classified Ad system is designed to be available as a Private Lable Portal system enabling businesses with high traffic websites to monetize that traffic without having to invest heavily in technology or marketing.
NetOffer, Inc. is managed by Lee Thurburn, President to whom any questions may be addressed by telephone at 972-470-5888 or via email through the www.NetOffer.com website.
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OMG Adds New CFO: Ned Woodbridge Hired as Chief Financial Officer
OMG, Inc. recently added a new CFO, Ned Woodbridge, to its expanding staff. Woodbridge brings over 25 years of experience in senior corporate financial management, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructurings, and commercial and investment banking services.
Agawam, MA (PRWEB) April 11, 2007 -- OMG, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fasteners and building products for the commercial and residential construction industries, recently added a new CFO, Ned Woodbridge, to its expanding staff. Woodbridge brings over 25 years of experience in senior corporate financial management, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructurings, and commercial and investment banking services.
Woodbridge joins OMG after serving as Managing Director of Pensler Capital Corporation in Princeton, NJ. There, he sourced investment opportunities and was responsible for the oversight and operational improvement of portfolio companies. Prior to joining Pensler, Woodbridge was Vice President, Finance and CFO of Eastern Pulp & Paper Corporation for 14 years. He holds an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he was awarded the Ernest Gallo Foundation Fellowship, and an undergraduate degree in Economics from Williams College. Woodbridge resides in Amherst, MA with his family.
"Ned Woodbridge is an accomplished individual with enviable financial credentials," says Hugh McGovern, President, OMG. "We are pleased and fortunate to have him as a part of our team, particularly during OMG's significant corporate expansion and acquisition of ITW Buildex."
OMG, Inc., is a world-class manufacturer and supplier of fasteners and components for the construction industry. For more information visit www.olyfast.com or call 1-800-633-3800.
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Interactive Floor Plans Launched as Alternative to Virtual Tours for Realtors
MapsAlive lets anyone create interactive floor plans as substitutes for virtual tours.
Waitsfield, VT (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- MapsAlive - a new Web-based real estate application that offers interactive floor plans as an alternative to virtual tours - was recently launched by AvantLogic Corporation.
The application allows realtors and "for sale by owner" sellers to create online home tours (see video) - tours that until now could only have been produced by experienced Web developers.
A MapsAlive tour provides the real estate industry with an alternative to virtual tours and conventional slideshows. These interactive tours use directional markers positioned on floor plans to point out important features of a home. When a prospective buyer mouses over a marker, a photo taken from that location, along with descriptive text, appears instantly.
"By utilizing interactive floor plans, a MapsAlive tour gives buyers a true sense of place relative to other rooms and features of the home. They see how rooms flow from one to another, the views from the inside to the outside, and even how a house is situated on its grounds," said Tom Clark, MapsAlive Sales and Marketing Director. "MapsAlive tours are in a category by themselves. They are interactive tours, not virtual tours. Buyers can stroll through a property using their mouse in a more natural way than with a conventional 360 degree virtual tour."
Unlike virtual tours which can take time to load, the photos and text within a MapsAlive interactive floor plan appear instantaneously. Dozens to hundreds of photos can appear on a single MapsAlive tour page. Realtors can feature special amenities, architectural details, built-in cabinets, appliances and other details of a home. A MapsAlive tour can also be used to create interactive maps of surrounding neighborhoods and communities, highlighting schools, shopping and recreation areas and other points of interest, something that can't be done using conventional methods.
MapsAlive establishes a new standard for on-line listings. Realtors appreciate that interactive floor plans can be embedded directly into their web pages, keeping buyers on their site, actively engaged and focused on their properties.
Affordable Technology
It's easy and inexpensive to create a MapsAlive tour. Tours can be purchased in packages beginning at $19.99 for three months. A Pro Plan is also available as a cost-effective alternative for volume users. There is a no-obligation, 30-day free trial for new customers to build and go live with their MapsAlive tours.
About AvantLogic
AvantLogic was started in 1999 as a software consulting company by co-founders Janice Kenyon and George Soules. Kenyon and Soules had bought and sold properties and found conventional virtual tours to be ineffective. They developed MapsAlive so that anyone can create inexpensive and professional interactive floor plans that showcase properties to their best advantage. Kenyon and Soules have over 50 years of combined experience in software development.
Contacts:
Thomas Clark
MapsAlive.com
Sales & Marketing Director
802-999-6369
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http://www.MapsAlive.com
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New Price Comparison Tool announced for Online Discount Hardware Tool and Supply Company
A hardware tool and supply company, RedBoxTools.com, has created a simpler, more efficient method to help hardware tool purchasers evaluate costs, which will increase their savings. By having a Featured Products Section, buyers of discount hardware tools and supplies can quickly and easily realize the amount of their savings.
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- RedBox Tools, Inc., the online source for affordable tools, announces a new price comparison feature to help builders, contractors, and other trades, as well as wholesale buyers of discount tools to evaluate procurements and realize significant savings.
Visitors to www.redboxtools.com can immediately see the RedBox Tools prices compared with bulk costs for the same featured product from national and regional retailers. RedBox Tools plans to expand the price comparison feature to most of its more than 20 categories of tools, from air tools to wrenches.
"We are the best-kept secret for builders, contractors, and other trades, as well as wholesale buyers of discount tools, but this new feature will help change that, by emphasizing to buyers how much they can save by using our site for all their tool needs," said RedBox Tools owner Jeffrey Muchnik. "We have discounted prices lower than half of what other retailers charge, and beyond the value, RedBox Tools is convenient with great focus on customer service
Builders, Developers, Electricians, Tilers, Roofers, Auto Mechanics, Consumers who need Home Improvement, cann all see immediate savings by using our Featured Products section.
Examples of quality, discounted tools are calipers, wrenches, drill, saw, hammer, wrench, vise, screwdriver, clamp, and center punch.
For example, RedBox Tools website now outlines how its price for a 12-ton air hydraulic bottle jack is $86.99, compared with $199.99 at Sears; and a nine-piece pipe threader kit costs $39.99 through RedBox, compared with $209.99 at ACE Hardware.
Beyond the savings, RedBox Tools offers a money-back guarantee, shipment usually in one or two business days, how-to guides, and contractor resources. RedBox Tools offers a huge inventory of discount tools in a variety of categories, including automotive, electrical, hardware, machinery, plumbing, power tools, tool kits and boxes, vises, and wrenches.
"The market for generic brands is blossoming, as tool costs rise and those who must purchase a considerable amount of discount tools learn about the potential cost savings," Muchnik said. "Add in the convenience of ordering online, and the attentive customer service of RedBox Tools, and we believe soon it will no longer be a secret."
About Red Box Tools
RedBox Tools, Inc. has been in business since. It is committed to delivering a solid core of retail, low-cost tools to the online marketplace. The company prides itself on excellent customer service, attention to detail, and value - with prices often less than half of other retailers. Family-owned and operated and a corporate citizen, RedBox Tools donated $500 worth of tools to Habitat for Humanity from a burglary at a jobsite a housing project for low-income families. On the Web: www.redboxtools.com.
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Small Business Research Board (SBRB) Study: Health Care Costs Again Leading Concern of Small Business; Lower Revenue, Hiring Projections Cause Drop in Small Business Confidence Index According to Latest SBRB Study
Regionally, small businesses in Northeast and Midwest most pessimistic according to SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates. Within the industry categories, confidence in Construction and Contracting sector continues to grow while "Food" business holds steady. Manufacturing and Transportation confidence indexes show significant declines.
Northfield, Il (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- The cost of health care has replaced concern about energy and fuel as the leading issue impacting small businesses, according to the latest Small Business Research Board (SBRB) study released here today.
International Profit Associates (IPA) co-sponsored the study. IPA, with more than 1,800 professionals, is the largest privately-held provider of management consulting services to small and medium-size businesses in North America. IPA is based in Buffalo Grove, IL.
The quarterly nationwide poll of small business owners and managers indicated that concern about health care costs is the leading issue in three of the four regions throughout the country and in two of the four business categories in which individualized data is reported. Small businesses in the Northeast, Midwest and South/Southwest reported that health care costs were the leading concern. Construction and contracting companies along with manufacturing firms nationwide concurred. Health care costs tied as the second greatest issue among food service and processing companies and was the third great concern among transportation businesses.
Health care costs were the second greatest issue as reported in the previous study conducted during the fourth quarter of 2006. Energy and fuel costs were identified as the leading issue during the prior report and didn't finish among the current study's top three. Concerns about economic conditions and the issue of taxes finished second and third behind health care costs.
"It is interesting to note that purely domestic issues such as concerns about health care and taxes have overtaken worries about energy and fuel as the leading issues faced by small businesses," said Gregg Steinberg, President of IPA.
"Energy and fuel availability and costs have leveled considerably reducing the uncertainties and gyrating costs that caused business owners and managers so much grief. Meanwhile, these same businesses are being challenged by much more time sensitive beginning of the year issues such as renewal of health care insurance coverage with higher premium amounts and the planning, preparation and filing of corporate and personal tax returns," Steinberg added.
Overall, respondents participating in the current survey are sending a mixed message about their faith in the economy. The national SBRB Small Business Confidence Index (SBCI) dropped nearly two points to 40.78 from the 42.71 in the prior quarter. While concern about the economy is now the second leading issue, the slight decrease can be more attributed to far lower revenue estimates and hiring projections for the next 12 months. Opinions and projections about the strength of the economy, revenues and hiring looking forward 12 months are the three key ingredients to determining the SBCI and providing the basis for quarterly and annual comparisons.
Nationally, 40.07% of the respondents believe the economy will improve during the next 12 months, up from the 39% from the winter 2006 quarter. However, 53.71% of the respondents believe their revenues will increase during the same period, a decrease of nearly five points from the 58.5% who forecasted improved revenues late in 2006. Furthermore, small businesses are reducing hiring projections with 28.71% of the respondents noting their intention to increase staffing, which is a decline from the 31% previously recorded.
"Businesses are less optimistic than the previous quarter about the strength of the economy and recognize the need to change their revenue projections and hiring plans. It appears that more business owners and managers are prepared to be both realistic in modifying their revenue predictions and pro-active in adjusting their hiring levels should it be necessary," said Steinberg.
REGIONAL RESULTS
The confidence of small business registered declines in the Northeast by slightly less than three points to 40.3 and in the Midwest by nearly 10 points to 32.33. The drop in the Midwest was precipitated by declines in all three measurement categories demonstrating deep pessimism about business prospects for the next 12 months. Meanwhile, small businesses in the South / Southwest and Mountain States and West Cost are more optimistic, each reporting higher SBCI tallies of 42.67 and 49.98 respectively.
INDUSTRY RESULTS
The construction and contracting industry reported a second consecutive quarter with an increased SBCI. The sector's SBCI rose to 43.4. more than one point better than its previous 42.04 score from late last year. This is a positive sign for the industry, which had an SBCI of under 31 points in the third quarter if 2006.
The food service and food processing category held steady with an SBCI of 38.03, a slight decrease from the 38.8 that was previously recorded.
Transportation companies appear to be the most pessimistic of the industries measured, reporting nearly a 10 point decline in its SBCI to 36.1 from 45.7. Transportation companies 12 month revenue estimates are far less than the estimates rendered in the final 2006 study.
Manufacturing also are less optimistic about revenues during the next 12 months as well as hiring needs. These factors combined to drop the Manufacturing SBCI to 37.0 from 43.2
The Small Business Research Board ascertains and reports the opinions of small business owners and managers on a wide variety of topics related to their own businesses as well as national and international issues that may impact their operations. The SBRB conducts these studies for the benefit of small business owners and managers. The SBRB also provides opportunities for third parties to gain real time insight into the attitudes of small businesses nationwide through the independently conducted research.
The universe of participants is developed from among small businesses across the United States. More than 550 small business owners and senior managers participated in this SBRB poll. The SBRB study is a voluntary survey conducted via phone and email.
The latest information about the Small Business Research Board can be found at www.ipasbrb.com.
International Profit Associates, Inc. (IPA) is the largest privately-held provider of management consulting services to small and medium-size businesses in North America. IPA and its more than 1,800 professionals offer a wide range of proven and innovative methodologies to help businesses grow and prosper regardless of the economic cycle. IPA either provides directly or through its affiliated companies a comprehensive array of business advisory services, tax and estate planning services or merger, acquisition and other financial advisory services in the United States and Canada. More information about IPA can be found at www.ipa-iba.com.
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WeLoveCostaRica.com Unveils What Could Be The Most Stunning Tropical Location on Planet Earth - Canto Ballena
Canto Ballena which is Spanish for 'whale song' is a new luxury real estate project exclusively for nature lovers.
(PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- WeLoveCostaRica.com specializes in researching and then showcasing Costa Rica luxury real estate projects by financially strong, experienced developers with a proven track record of building quality, luxury homes in Costa Rica.
Offering a dramatic and exotic combination of jungle, beach and whale songs which can be found in one special place only - Costa Rica, the luxury, tropical vacation home destination for thousands of Americans reaches a whole new magnificent level.
Canto Ballena which is Spanish for 'whale song' is a new luxury real estate project exclusively for nature lovers. This is where one can actually see the whales give birth, where the shimmering blue Pacific ocean, amazing wildlife, superlative architecture and good taste come together in perfect harmony.
"It's quite possibly the most stunning tropical location on planet earth," said Scott Oliver, author of Costa Rica's #1 book on real estate - 'How To Buy Costa Rica Real Estate Without Losing Your Camisa' which is available on Amazon.com
Adorning Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast, these secluded luxury ocean front homes are in an exclusive gated-community nestled in the heart of the Ballena National Marine Park with the beautiful blue ocean, bountiful wildlife and flawless architecture, all in the best of taste.
Named Canto Ballena in honor of the mystical calls of the humpback whales that winter in these warm protected waters, this secluded luxury community will provide a select few with a level of natural beauty that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
Just outside, a wonderland awaits. Set out from shore at low tide to snorkel among the anemones and darting, brightly colored tropical fish, or arrange a diving excursion to one of the islands. Miles of golden sugar sand lures each wide-eyed visitor to explore the shoreline, home to many different species of birds, mammals, and reptiles.
The retreating tide reveals a gradually expanding land bridge where one can walk barefoot out to the small island of Punta Uvita Tambolo. Breathing deeply of the soothing salt air, this is an idyllic place to begin a new life, to truly get away from it all and maybe fall in love all over again…
The Canto Ballena luxury homes beachfront homes offer million dollar views with preconstruction prices that range from US$325,000 to US$1.7 million. Some might say this is high priced luxury real estate for Costa Rica however, for a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind location like this? We don't think so.
With the proposed new highway from San Jose to the Pacific Coast, other major infrastructure improvements as well as a new hospital under construction nearby, all this should help make this Costa Rica real estate investment in Canto Ballena a very profitable and enjoyable one.
It should be noted that there is no MLS system in Costa Rica, Spanish is the main language and the legal system is based on Napoleonic Law, not Common Law as it is in the USA so the 7,000+ VIP Members of WeLoveCostaRica.com rely upon the author Scott Oliver to thoroughly research and then introduce them to the best Costa Rica luxury real estate projects built by the most experienced developers.
A free, nine page 'Costa Rica Luxury Real Estate' downloadable brochure is available and dozens of stunning photographs of this unique tropical paradise can be seen by visiting: http://www.welovecostarica.com/public/1415.cfm
Written by Scott Oliver, the author of 'How To Buy Costa Rica Real Estate Without Losing Your Camisa' http://www.welovecostarica.com/public/84.cfm and 'Costa Rica's Guide To Making Money Offshore' http://www.welovecostarica.com/public/500.cfm and the founder of http://www.welovecostarica.com home to over 1,400 free articles and videos about Costa Rica real estate investments and retirement.
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USGBC Research Committee Identifies Federal Funding Gap
Green building research only 0.2% of all Federally funded research while building operations in the U.S. consume 40% of energy; 71% of electricity and are responsible for 38% of CO2 emissions.
Washington, DC (Vocus/PRWeb ) April 10, 2007 -- The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Research Committee has called for a higher level of funding for research that will advance building design, technology and operations that minimize environmental and human health impacts. A new report published by the Committee, Green Building Research Funding: An Assessment of Current Activity in the United States (http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=2465), finds that research related to high-performance green building practices and technologies amounts to only 0.2% of all Federally funded research -- an annual average of $193 million per year (2002-2005) and only 0.02% of the estimated value of annual U.S. building construction and renovation. Meanwhile, building operation consumes 40% of energy and 71% of the electricity in the U.S., and accounts for 38% of the country's carbon dioxide emissions, which is directly influencing global climate change. The building sector requires exponential performance improvements pursuant to its critical role in environmental problems and solutions, and funding for research, development and deployment activities must be significantly expanded to meet this need.
The Committee, created in 2006, responded to the funding assessment report's findings with an official position paper (http://www.usgbc.org/ShowFile.aspx?DocumentID=2464) which recommends increasing research in areas such as energy and water security, global climate change prevention, indoor environmental quality, and passive survivability in the face of natural and man-made disasters.
"Funding levels are not proportionate with the level of impact that the built environment has on our nation's economy, environment and quality of life," said Gail Brager, Chair of USGBC's Research Committee. "Elevated research efforts will enable a major shift in design, construction, renovation and operation practices necessary to facilitate large scale improvements to health and environmental conditions."
USGBC initially recommends that the two Federal agencies with the primary function of funding academic research -- the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Health -- direct at least 2% of their research budgets toward issues related to green building research, development and technology transfer in the near term.
Federal agencies recognized for their leadership and encouraged to devote more research funds to green building topics include the Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Housing and Urban Development, General Services Administration, Department of Defense, and the Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
For the purpose of having a simple benchmark, the USGBC Research Committee proposes a total conservative investment for Federal funding of 0.10% of annual construction value ($1 trillion), or $1 billion (based on 2004 data).
In addition, states should follow the lead of New York and California, which provide unique and positive models for the distribution of state and utility monies for research on increasing the energy and resource efficiency of the built environment.
About USGBC
The U.S. Green Building Council is the nation's leading coalition of corporations, builders, universities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations working together to transform the way buildings are designed, built and operated. Green buildings are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Since its founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 7,700 member companies and organizations, an 85-person professional staff, a broad portfolio of LEED® green building products and services, the industry's popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (www.greenbuildexpo.org) and a network of over 70 local chapters, affiliates and organizing groups.
Contact:
Ashley Katz
202-742-3738
http://www.usgbc.org/
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California Residents Find New Ways to Protect Homes from Upcoming Fire Season
KCBS-TV and KCAL-TV air solution. New "green" fire retardant technology -- No Burn of California's Wood Gard -- could be best home protection.
Rowland Heights, CA (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- A tone of urgency was used in warning people to protect their California homes from this year's fire season when KCBS-TV and KCAL-TV anchor Dave Clark offered California homeowners a solution with No Burn of California's advanced fire retardant technology during a Top Story prepared by field reporter Jaime Garza. http://301url.com/KCBS_Video
In the Top Story that aired on the 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. April 7, 2007 newscasts, the television stations showed crews treating a home under construction in the Malibu Hills with No Burn of California's Wood Gard spray.
The fire retardant is green, non-toxic and non-carcinogenic. An on-camera demonstration showed how a fake $1,000,000 bill failed to ignite when treated with No Burn of California's product.
The home is owned by The Henry Rollins Show producer Paul Morra who endorsed No Burn Wood Gard fire retardant as his first-line of defense against wildfires which consume hundreds of Southern California homes each year. Malibu along with Topanga Canyon, the San Bernardino foothills, Teneja, the Inland Empire and various locations throughout San Diego County are particularly at risk. But Malibu residents don't need to be reminded of the speed and intensity a fire can rip through a community. 1/9 - Team Coverage of Malibu Fires (6 AM).
San Diegoans also know how much damage a fire can do, having fought one of California's most devastating fires in the state just last November http://cbs2.com/slideshows/local_slideshow_299115910/view
"With California facing one of its driest years ever creating an enormous potential for fires, Morra told Garza, "You don't take risks here." Morra told viewers that using No Burn of California's fire retardant will qualify him for discounts on his home mortgage and insurance rates because banks and insurance companies believe it is effective in stopping fires. And, this next generation technology also protects against mold and termites.
Morra is set to release a new show in June called the DIY's Man Cave Show, which will be hosted by NFL great Tony Siragusa. The program will feature makeovers of "man caves" such as the addition of an in-home poker room, bar, spruced-up garage or home theater studio.
Morra is one of the first in the Malibu Hills area to treat his home with a fire retardant, making this his main source of fire protection.
No-BurnWood Gard Mih (http://www.noburnca.com/products.html) can be applied to the house frame during construction. For existing homes, No-Burn Plus can be painted like primer on walls, sprayed around fire hazards such as electrical outlets and dryer vents, and sprayed on cloth furnishings.
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EquipNet Launches Services in Puerto Rico
Expands Consignment Warehousing to the Caribbean
Coamo, Puerto Rico (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- EquipNet, Inc. (http://www.equipnet.com), a leading provider of proactive asset management solutions, today announced the opening of a 60,000 square foot warehouse space in Coamo, Puerto Rico. The site provides full-service consignment services to the Caribbean and beyond.
The facility allows buyers to inspect a large inventory of pre-owned industrial machinery at one time while providing sellers a cost-effective way to store and market their inventory.
"Many of our top clients, world leaders in their industries, have locations in Puerto Rico," said Roger Gallo, President & CEO of EquipNet. "It's a natural choice to have a consignment warehouse close to the supply and also have it easily accessed from North, South, and Central America."
The site currently houses inventory from local facilities including Bristol Meyer Squibb, Colgate-Palmolive, GlaxoSmithKline, and others. In conjunction with large processing and packaging assets, EquipNet is also managing the disposition of MRO and Parts inventories from many of the same clients.
About EquipNet, Inc.
EquipNet is a leading provider of proactive asset management solutions and services to leading corporations such as AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Eastman Chemical, GlaxoSmithKline, and Novartis. Its vision is to revolutionize the way companies manage their surplus assets. EquipNet has earned a reputation for helping clients maximize their financial return, avoid the risks associated with health, safety and environmental hazards, and theft, and to be in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley. For more information, please visit www.EquipNet.com.
About VIZION Interactive:
VIZION Interactive, Inc. (www.vizioninteractive.com) is a Dallas-based Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Website Design, Interactive Marketing, Social Marketing, PR, and Web Development Company dedicated to empowering clients to make informed decisions that deliver measurable results.
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Irrigation Systems Can Now Provide the Ultimate in Mosquito, Flea, No-See-Um and Grub Control
Delivery of a Cedar Oil formulated Insect Control Agent via a new or existing Irrigation or Mobile Sprinkler System provides Mosquito Avoidance while defining off limit areas for flying insects and Soil Borne Pests. The injection of MSC concentrate into the water stream destined for the sprinkler heads will deliver the Cedar Oil Control Agent to designated bug free areas. The Chemical Free Solution is Safe to Children and Pets.
(PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- Dave Glassel of CedarCide Industries, Inc recently announced the introduction of the PESTIGATOR Insect Control System. CedarCide's water stream injection technology is the ultimate in Insect Control stated Glassel in a recent product release interview.
CedarCide Industries has successfully formulated a insect control substance that delivers Cedar Oil into a water stream in nano size molecules. The PESTIGATOR is a water driven injection pump that is instrumental in delivery of CedarCide MSC concentrate into the water stream of irrigation and sprinkler heads, providing disbursement to all subject areas. The PESTIGATOR is adjustable in ranges of 1000:1 to 4000:1 providing a delivery rate of the Cedar Oil Concentrate in variable amounts dictated by the landscape and insect control objective.
The PESTIGATOR is instrumental in control of Mosquitoes, Flies, Fleas, No-See-Um, Chiggers, Ticks, Chinch Bugs, Grub Worms, Mites, Mole Crickets, Earwigs, Slugs, Snails, Caterpillars, Beetles, June Bugs, May Bugs, Root Maggots, Army Worms, Weevils, Wire Worms, Ants and Termites. It will eliminate Powdery Mildew and Scale as well as Aphids and numerous other plant pests. As a Anti-Microbial it will trigger the demise of lawn fungal organisms causing Brown Patch and Take All Patch. The high carbon component of Cedar Oil will promote microbial activity in the soil that stimulates grass and plant growth.
The lingering aroma of Cedar Oil is a pheremone interruption agent that impairs the mental capacity of non-beneficial arthropod. Penetration of substance and plant life by Cedar Oil is instrumental in masking the kairomone of all matter, making it undetectable by the insects sensing device better known as the Octopomine Neuro Receptor. MSC applied with the PESTIGATOR will dissolve all insect egg and larvae that comes in contact with the solution. Next Generation insects are eliminated by disruption of the Egg Layer Cycle. The aroma of Cedar Oil subsequently creates a Barrier of Entry making treated areas off limits to pests. By interruption of the Grub Worm food chain, MSC will eliminate Moles, Armadillo, Wild Hogs and other insect scavengers from destroying golf course and homeowner turf. The aroma of Cedar Oil is a Snake deterrent and MSC treated areas will be designated off limits for Pheromone driven and Heat Seeking Venomous Snakes. The exodus of insects from the treated area will deter Garden Variety Snakes from the area by interruption of their food chain.
"PESTIGATOR" NANO technology is a inexpensive and sensible alternative to Misting Systems and other insect control devices. Misting System Technology using Pyrethroids is acknowledged as a unsafe and a publicly incorrect insect control protocol by the EPA. Using Pestigator technology, Installation of piping and nozzles throughout the treatment area is not necessary as delivery of the solution is predetermined by location and type of sprinkler head. Total coverage is obtained where Misting System and other technology provides limited coverage. Unlike the estrogen mirroring and carcinogenic Pyrethroid Toxins used in Misting Systems, MSC is a Cedar Oil and Ethyl Lactate formulated concentrate that is classified as a Minimum Risk Pesticide by the EPA. It is safe to use around Children and Pets and poses no threat to Human or Animal life. Repeat usage enhances soil conditions rather than depleting them. Phytotoxic plant burn and structure yellowing is not possible. Periodic over usage is recommended for control of soil borne insects and the eradication of insect egg and larvae. Liquid Fertilizers can also be delivered with the PESTIGATOR system.
The PESTIGATOR utilizes the existing control panel and Zone Selector of multi station new or existing irrigation systems. The 'PESTIGATOR is located forward of the water delivery stream dedicated to each area. It can be activated automatically or with a manual contol. Water is diverted through the PESTIGATOR injection pump which meters and injects the MSC Concentrate into the water steam. A one to two minute delivery time is sufficient to satisfy the necessary delivery of the MSC Insect Control Solution. Subsequent 1 - 2 minute treatments are predicated on the residual and can vary from 1 to 7 days. There are no physical acreage limitations to the PESTIGATOR and its application to Residential, Agricultural and Golf Course areas.
The PESTIGATOR can also be used as a stationery or wall mount unit supplied with a auxiliary water supply from the local spigot. Water streams in route via garden hose to spray nozzles or movable sprinklers can be used to deliver the MSC to any areas desired.
PESTIGATOR Injection System packages are available in price ranges of 1995.00 installed for manual systems and 2495.00 installed for fully automatic systems. Uninstalled prices range from 1300 dollars to 1900 dollars depending on quantity and can be purchased directly from the manufacturer by Homeowners or installers. Units can easily be installed by the property owner or a local Irrigation or plumbing company. Complete installation instructions are included. For more information on the PESTIGATOR go to the www.cedarcidestore.com or call 1 800 842 1464. Contact CedarCide Industries for the dealer or installer nearest you. MSC Concentrate is sold in 1 Gallon Containers or case lots of 4 and can be used in all Misting Systems as a inexpensive alternative to toxic Pyrethrum and Pyrethrin additives. MSC is compatible with all water stream Injection Systems. No applicators license is required subject to the recent EPA exemption status of MSC. Wholesale inquiries are welcome.
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New look website for Britain's leading retirement builder
Today, McCarthy & Stone, Britain's largest retirement builder, launches a dynamic new look website developed by Refreshed Media.
Bournemouth, UK (PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- In an exciting revamp of its current website, the focus will be on the set of values that make McCarthy & Stone developments so popular: companionship, independence, convenience, reduced maintenance, and above all security.
With a range of different website users, an important part of the redesign was an extensive usability study. This ensured the site delivers easy access to essential information and provides guidance to help find the right development. The study included testing using the existing website and preliminary designs for the revamp with users in the target demographics.
The so called 'grey' market is currently increasing with an ageing UK population. With the elderly population expected to grow to more than 15 million by 2031, the retirement sector of the housing market is set for yet more phenomenal growth. The 'grey' market effect isn't just restricted to traditional markets however; it can also be seen online, as 'silver surfers' use the Internet more and more. Successful online marketing is now fundamental to every business, no matter what industry they operate in.
Managing Director of Refreshed Media, Simon Melaniphy, commented: "We are really excited about working with a leading national company that has won so many accolades, and helping them to mature their online communication strategy. I feel the new site will make the delivery of information easier for their customers, as well as strengthening their online brand image, and growing the business through online marketing such as opt-in emails and online press releases. McCarthy & Stone also have the added flexibility of updating the website themselves through our Content Management System".
The new website will also showcase McCarthy & Stone's new Assisted Living Developments, which have a number of additional features and facilities including an on-site restaurant and 24 hour staffing cover.
Executive Marketing Director of McCarthy & Stone, Dave Vallis, commented: "With the internet playing an increasingly important role in our business the new website will give a really good insight into retirement living with McCarthy & Stone and help our customers to find information about all our developments throughout the UK''.
Contact:
Jonathon Anderson
Marketing Coordinator
Refreshed Media
01202 41 41 01
jon.anderson(at)refreshedmedia.com
Refreshed Media
1. Part of the Emerge Group, Refreshed Media Ltd is a Bournemouth based digital media agency offering the full spectrum of online marketing solutions under one roof. Products include high quality website design, search engine marketing and email marketing. Recent clients include Boots, Gleeson Homes, Redrow, Taylor Woodrow, Endsleigh Insurance, McMillan Cancer Trust and McCarthy & Stone.
For further details please visit Refreshed Media or call 01202 41 41 01.
2. McCarthy & Stone is Britain's leading retirement builder with over 150 developments currently available around the country. For the last 4 years McCarthy & Stone has been voted winner or runner up for the supreme accolade "Britain's Best Builder" in the Daily Express British Housebuilder Awards. This is the only industry awards scheme where customers vote to decide the outcome.
For further details please visit McCarthy & Stone
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Dantel, Inc. Experiences Tremendous Response at the ISC West 2007 Expo For Cellular Remote Site Surveillance and Security
Interest from water resource, construction, pipeline and landfill industries reinforces importance of remote monitoring solution to transport video, alarm and sensory data via a cellular.
(PRWEB) April 10, 2007 -- Dantel, Inc., the leader in surveillance and management systems, announced today that it received enormous response at the ISC West 2007 Expo in Las Vegas, March 28-30, 2007, from a variety of visitors to its booth in need of a highly reliable remote monitoring device capable of streaming video, alarms and data through the cellular network.
Dantel featured its Disaster Resistant Event Network (DREN), a scalable, hardened, remote monitoring and communication system, designed to capture and transport critical event data from remote or otherwise inaccessible locations. The DREN incorporates various sensory, video, solar and encrypted wireless WAN technologies.
"The high level of interest we had in the DREN revealed not only a need for remote monitoring, but also a reliable method to transport video, alarm and sensory data, via a cellular system (CDMA)," said Dave Lauger, director of business development for Dantel. "That's where our WebMon Edge comes in to play. It is one of two intelligent devices designed and manufactured at Dantel that we utilize with the DREN.
The WebMon Edge is a fully integrated remote monitoring and surveillance platform certified for all outdoor applications (operating range of -45C to +85C). The Edge has numerous key features including, in part, 8 analog and 8 discrete inputs, arithmetic and Boolean derived response, 2 control outputs, scheduling, on board temperature and humidity sensor, web browser access, along with email and text message alarm notification of events.
"The interest we received at this year's ISC West from areas such as water resource, construction, pipeline and landfill industries served to reinforce the importance of a solution such as our DREN and the WebMon Edge or Matrix as a transport device. We are aggressively exploring partnerships with security dealers, integrators and OEMs to address this growing demand for a truly remote surveillance platform," added Lauger.
About Dantel, Inc.
Since 1971, Dantel has been the leading provider of innovative alarm, control and physical surveillance products. Dantel designs, manufactures and markets these products to a diverse customer base including telecommunication service providers, cable operators, energy utilities, security dealers, the U.S. Government and OEM partners. For more information on Dantel and its surveillance and management solutions, call 1-800-432-6835, or visit us at www.dantel.com.
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April 09, 2007
Patio Enclosures, Inc. Receives Energy Star Partnering Authorization for ComfortGARD® Plus Sunroom Windows and Doors
Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, has received certification authorizing the company to enter an ENERGY STAR partnering agreement, after undergoing rigorous product testing in accordance with the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) requirements.
Macedonia, OH (PRWEB) April 9, 2007 -- Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America, has received certification authorizing the company to enter an ENERGY STAR partnering agreement, after undergoing rigorous product testing in accordance with the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) requirements.
The certification was obtained for Patio Enclosures, Inc. sunroom windows and doors featuring their ComfortGard Plus glass package. This certification was obtained by meeting the insulation, solar heat gain and visible transmittance performance targets for all regional climate zones within the United States.
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. With energy costs and global warming top-of-mind for consumers, Patio Enclosures, Inc. is committed to offering sunroom products that help consumers conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment.
“We are proud to offer our customers energy-efficient products that will save money and conserve natural resources,” stated Kenneth Sekley, President and CEO of Patio Enclosures, Inc. “This partnership represents a significant step in our goal to continually improve our products, our manufacturing methods and our company. We will proudly display the ENERGY STAR Label on our sunrooms,” he said.
NFRC is a non-profit organization that administers the only uniform, independent rating and labeling system for the energy performance of windows, doors, skylights, and attachment products.
About Patio Enclosures, Inc. (www.patioenc.com)
Patio Enclosures, Inc. has been recognized for several years by Qualified Remodeler Magazine as the Top Performing Sunroom Company in North America. Patio Enclosures, Inc. has 43 locations across the United States and Canada and is proud to be 100 percent employee-owned.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Reginald Carter, Public Relations
Patio Enclosures, Inc.
750 East Highland Road
Macedonia, Ohio 44056
phone (330)468-0700 ext. 2278
www.patioenc.com
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H3 Homes Offers South Florida Luxury Homes at Affordable Prices
H3 Homes believes in putting the luxury back into luxury homes, without the unreasonable prices and upgrades.
Port St. Lucie, FL (PRWEB) April 9, 2007 -- South Florida homebuilders H3 Homes are offering new, safe and efficient luxury homes in South Florida with their new Barcelona model. The real estate boom in South Florida has sent home costs soaring, and luxury homes have become prohibitively expensive. In response to this, H3 Homes is offering great luxury homes for affordable prices.
Hurricane-ready with solid-poured concrete walls, engineered roof trusses with hurricane straps, and hurricane impact resistant windows, H3 Homes are safe and built to last. Every H3 Home also comes with high-efficiency Rheem air conditioning units and energy efficient insulation in all the walls (R-24) and ceiling (R-30). Outside the house you will find an oversized covered lanai with a summer kitchen that includes a grill, sink, and mini-fridge, a stamped concrete or paver driveway and walkway and a complete landscaping and irrigation package. The house also comes with a Mediterranean style barrel tile roof, textured stucco with Mediterranean style trim and crown molding, as well as decorative corbels and medallions.
Enter the Barcelona model through the 18 foot grand entry way with French doors, and see the spacious floor plan with oversized family room. These homes also come with a complete luxury package that includes travertine, marble, and hardwood floors, granite countertops, 11-13 foot soaring volume ceilings with a custom trim package including crown molding and window casing and 30+ recessed hi-hat lighting fixtures throughout. H3 Homes leave nothing to be desired, with their Barcelona model that features four bedrooms, with a study or optional 5th bedroom, and four full bathrooms (including a cabana bath), as well as a gourmet kitchen with 42 inch cherry wood cabinets, an oversized pantry, a breakfast/serving bar, and a professional series stainless steel appliance package. The Barcelona model is 4,027 total square feet with 3,019 square feet under air. H3 Homes offers an "On Your Lot" program, where they will build the luxury home on your own land anywhere in South Florida.
H3 Homes aims to deliver high-quality luxury homes at affordable prices. Jim Harkins of H3 Homes states, "We don't believe the 'luxury' should be an upgrade in any luxury home. That is why we include the luxury features and options in our standard package that everyone else charges you extra for."
H3 Homes chose Port St. Lucie for its Barcelona model, since it is one of the fastest-growing cities in South Florida - and for good reason. Port St. Lucie offers Tradition Field, spring training home to the New York Mets, as well as many historical sites, including museums and naval exhibits. Fishing and golfing are prime in St. Lucie County, with over 15 golf courses and a short drive to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches.
H3 Homes is one of the newest and most exciting home-buying opportunities, with high-quality, safe, luxury homes for an affordable price. With a wide range of location options, H3 Homes is a safe bet for a great luxury home.
For more information about H3 Homes, visit: http://www.h3homes.com
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JRS Architect, P.C.'s Unique Design Creates Brand Image for Madison National Bank
JRS Architect. P.C., one of the nation's leading bank architectural and design firms, has created a bank branch for the recently established Madsion National Bank that stands out along the commercial landscape of a suburban highway and provides a warm and inviting interior environment.
Mineola, NY (PRWEB) April 9, 2007 -- A unique architectural design serves as a cornerstone to the brand image of the new Madison National Bank.
The new bank building is the creation of JRS Architect. P.C., one of the nation's leading bank architectural and design firms. The design was based upon Madison National Bank's vision to have their bank reflect a warm and inviting environment.
The almost 3,700-square foot branch with its towering brick chimney, high sloping roof and turreted vestibule stands out from current landscape of businesses along Merrick Road, the busy main street of this Long Island South Shore community.
Conceived to be distinctively unique, the new Madison National branch is based on American revival architecture of the mid to late 19th Century, a style called Richardson Romanesque and named after architect Henry Hobson Richardson, whose masterpiece is Trinity Church in Boston.
Richardson's style is characterized by massive stone walls and dramatic semicircular arches over windows and entranceways, rounded towers with conical roofs whose counterpoint resides in the dynamism of interior space.
"The bank's founders wanted something that was different, eye catching and reminiscent of old world design, coupled with the benefits of the latest building technology and products", said the architect, John R. Sorrenti, F.A.I.A., President of JRS.
"JRS did an exquisite job in executing the concept that we envisioned," said Daniel L. Murphy, Founder, Director, Chairman and CEO of Madison National Bank, a highly recognized and respected executive in the banking industry.
The interior is equally as unique as the exterior. "We designed it so that upon entering, the customer is engulfed in an open, inviting and warm space. This pleasing atmosphere has been achieved by use of a burning fireplace, a magnificent cathedral ceiling supported by Queen Ann trusses, wrought iron bronze chandeliers and red and gold floral carpeting and upholstered chairs. Silk-screened floral prints on gold mesh decorate the interior walls" said JRS interior designer, Marie McDonald.
"It's relaxed and inviting. It's very rich and textured," said Mr. Sorrenti. "We made it comfortable and warm."
Michael Puorro, also a Founder, Director and President of Madison National Bank, said, "We have achieved our initial goal of combining brand, image and state of the art financial processi