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July 30, 2007

Gallery Furniture Expands Use of Web Cameras With TrueSentry for Digital Video Surveillance

Gallery Furniture has been successfully using TrueLook webcam software for over seven years. The TrueLook software allows for Gallery Furniture customers to look around the store showroom via the Internet and shop 24 hours a day. The addition of TrueSentry allows for Gallery Furniture to use the already installed webcams for security and surveillance.

Winston Salem, NC (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- Gallery Furniture, a furniture superstore located in Houston, TX, has a showroom of over 100,000 square feet containing everything from recliners to brand name electronics. Gallery Furniture began using TrueLook IP network camera system over seven years ago so that customers could shop online as well as in the store. Recently, Gallery Furniture added more cameras and implemented the TrueSentry intelligent digital video surveillance system. The store has also increased the amount of cameras located throughout the showroom.

"TrueSentry was a necessary step to take as Gallery Furniture began to grow," explains George Branch, IT Lead at Gallery Furniture. In June 2006, televisions and electronics began to disappear from the store. Captured on video was an employee who was handing out televisions to questionable customers with out having those persons show proof of receipt. Gallery Furniture was able to capture many of these occurrences on video and turn over proof to the proper authorities, thanks to the digital recording that the TrueSentry software creates.

Besides security reasons, Gallery Furniture uses the cameras to help aid people in online shopping and split party shopping. From the Gallery Furniture website, users can view the over 30 webcams, located throughout the store, to locate the furniture that they are looking for. By zooming the camera in, users can find out the price, stock number of the item and then call into the store to place their order.

Another way to expedite the purchasing process, users can also use the patented LiveCARD feature. LiveCARD allows for users to send a snapshot from the webcam to any e-mail address. From there, recipients can simply click on the image they receive and will be directed to the same view of the camera where they can pan/tilt/zoom the camera in to get an up close look of the product for themselves. Decision-making can all be done from the comfort of one's home.

In 2006, Gallery Furniture had over 266,145 unique users view the webcams. This led to over nine million images served to the customers. Users are able to view the webcams 24 hours a day allowing for shopping any time the mood strikes. Management at Gallery Furniture can also monitor the cameras at any time remotely, without even coming into the store. This gives Gallery Furniture owners the capability to monitor the store activities and make sure customers are being assisted.

"With the TrueLook and TrueSentry software, we are able to view the cameras and constantly monitor the status of Gallery Furniture," said Branch. "TrueSentry has inevitably saved us thousands of dollars in merchandise and easily allows us to turn video over to proper authorities to help track down thefts. We've had people from all over the world view our webcams. A recent contest, our winner from England, successfully responded with the number of birds we have in our store. The winner has never stepped foot in the showroom. TrueLook and TrueSentry provide us with many uses to help increase our business and improve productivity."

About TrueSentry, Inc.
TrueSentry Inc a leader in video surveillance and security management technologies. We have a deep history of experience in network camera management which spans back to 1995. During this period, we have deployed hundreds of cameras on every continent of the globe (including the NASA camera on the South Pole). This world wide network of IP-based has captured over 1 Billion media clips and delivered them to more than 50 Million users with a 99.999% service up-time. We have also been pioneers of IP camera technology having built the world's first pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) network camera. TrueSentry Inc. also provides best-of-breed intelligent digital video surveillance featuring the latest in threat detection technology. For more information on TrueSentry, Inc. please visit http://www.truesentry.com

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Smooth Operator: Fu-Tung Cheng Launches New Concrete Finishing Tool

World-renowned designer and bestselling author introduces best-in-class professional polishing pads.

Berkeley, CA (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- Fu-Tung Cheng, award-winning residential designer and bestselling author of Concrete Countertops and Concrete at Home, has just announced the newest addition to his concrete countertop product line: CHENG Professional Polishing Pads. At 4 mm, this new pad boasts a 60% increase in polishing surface.

Cheng's company, Cheng Concrete Exchange (a division of Cheng Design Products), has partnered with Canadian-based Interstar Corporation in developing this extension to the CHENG portfolio of quality concrete design products. Interstar is a recognized innovator in the manufacturing of pigments, admixtures and fibers for the concrete industry.

In expanding the already extensive CHENG Concrete Countertop product line to include this professional-grade polishing tool, it will only help improve the performance and ease-of-use of all CHENG proprietary products.

"Yet again, we are leading the way by developing and offering cutting-edge, professional-quality products for the concrete industry," said Cheng. "Along with our partner, Interstar, we are introducing best-in-class products for both the professional and do-it-yourselfer. Our goal is to provide the best -- and the most complete -- set of tools for everyone."

MEASURABLE RESULTS
As part of the complex development process, Cheng and his team of product development professionals subjected the new pads to rigorous lab testing. The results were not surprising -- this next-generation polishing pad outperformed the industry standard at a remarkable rate. When compared to standard polishing pads in a three minute controlled polishing test, the 50 grit Professional Polishing Pad cut 81% faster and the 400 grit Professional Polishing Pad cut 271% faster.

IMPROVED PERFORMANCE
In addition to stellar test results demonstrated by this new product, Cheng's entire line of next-generation concrete products has been dramatically improved and re-branded under the CHENG Concrete Countertop Products line and the partnership with Interstar. This line provides the industry's first comprehensive, high-performance line of concrete countertop products that will yield consistent, professional results. Other marquee products in the portfolio include: CHENG Pro-Formula Mix, CHENG Slurry, CHENG Sealer, CHENG Wax, and CHENG Polish.

INSTRUCTION IS BEST
As part of his education process, Cheng always advises first-time users to read Concrete Countertops and review the Concrete Countertops DIY Instructional DVD before starting any concrete countertop project. Great concrete products combined with great concrete knowledge can yield fantastic, inspired results.

IT'S SHOWTIME
Cheng's newest products and training seminars will be featured at the Concrete Countertop Institute Conference, October 25-27, 2007 in Charlotte, NC. In addition to serving as a showplace for CHENG products and training seminars, Fu-Tung Cheng has been selected as this year's keynote speaker.

ABOUT CHENG CONCRETE EXCHANGE
Cheng Design Products, Inc. was launched in 1998 to bring Cheng's aesthetic embodied in concrete countertops and unique kitchen hoods to homeowners, designers and architects. In 2003, Cheng Concrete Exchange, a division of Cheng Design Products, was developed as a comprehensive online resource center for professionals, DIYs, designers, and homeowners interested in designing with concrete. Also in 2003, Cheng, who has been designing with concrete for over 25 years, began teaching workshops in Berkeley, CA, on the design and crafting of concrete countertops.

"Concrete allows for highly sculptural designs in countertops, something not really possible with two-dimensional materials like granite or stone," said Cheng. "But, there's a shortage of craftsmen able to design and build them. We hope to address this shortage with our training programs and full line of specialty products."

CHENG products are currently available at the Cheng Concrete Exchange online store and select concrete and building supply retailers throughout the U.S.

In addition, the website, www.concreteexchange.com, offers information about and imagery of Cheng's design projects as well as concrete countertop products and workshops. For information on Cheng Design Products, please call (510) 849-3272 or visit www.chengdesign.com.

For editorial information regarding Cheng Concrete Exchange or Cheng Design Products, please contact Casi Morris at 510.849.3272, ext. 205 or cmorris @ chengdesign.com.

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Boat Owners Turn to Self-Storage Steel and Metal Buildings

With many cities and towns banning the storing of boats in driveways and on streets, a growing number of boat owners are looking to self-storage facilities to keep their boats safe, sound and out of the way.

Tulsa, Okla. (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- Whether it's in the ocean or on a lake, every summer millions of boating enthusiasts take to the water for as long as daylight is available. Unfortunately, with the number of recreational boats increasing, boat storage has become an issue.

Many cities and towns have passed ordinances saying that bulky vehicles like boats must be hidden behind a 7-foot fence so that they're not visible in driveways or streets. However, a mandate like that leaves boat owners in a lurch. And with more people looking into the purchase of boats, the problem of storage will only get worse.

Because of this, a growing number of boat owners are looking to self-storage steel and metal buildings to keep their boats safe, sound and out of the way.
"If your facility is on the way to the lake, you've got a great opportunity with boat storage," said Dean Brown, president of American Steel Buildings. "Boat owners can't store at home. Docks are convenient, but they're pricy and there's limited space. A steel or metal building for boat storage could be the best of both worlds."

According to Brown, boat storage isn't too different from regular self storage, and may even be easier in some cases. A nice boat can cost around $50,000 or more, so boat owners are going to be willing to pay well and on time for good storage and peace of mind.

"You can even offer little extras for the boat owners," Brown said. "Give them easy hook-up, where all they have to do is call ahead and you'll bring the boat out for them. Make sure you have security cameras in the facility and a guard on premises. That will help your customers feel like they're getting more than their money's worth."

A boat storage facility can also offer protection from the elements, which boat owners would be unable to get at home with just a tarp to protect their investment. Although some clients might hesitate to lose the chance at an easy-access spot at the docks, Brown suggests offering 24-hour access to your storage facility so they won't feel any inconvenience.

"Recreational boating is a big deal," said Brown. "And as long as it continues, people will need a place to store their boats when they're not using them. That's a niche we can fill."

For more information about boat storage steel and metal buildings, visit American Steel Buildings online at GoSteelGo.com.

About American Steel

American Steel Buildings designs and distributes quality pre-engineered commercial steel buildings, including mini-storage/self-storage buildings, offices, shops, retail businesses, warehouses, churches and agricultural buildings.

American Steel planted its roots in the heart of America in the 1980s. American Steel offers service and quality products to a growing customer base that now spans the entire United States.

Since its buildings include construction drawings, most smaller buildings can be erected with basic construction knowledge. However, American Steel also offers erection labor services, and all buildings are designed to be compliant with local codes.

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JACLO Transforms the Shower into a Rainforest Deluge: Introducing Indulgent Handshowers which Attach to Luxury Grab Bars, Powerful Rain Bars and Innovative Body Sprays

JACLO understands that the future-forward bathroom starts with the shower. Fully-coordinated luxury product lines including decorative grab bars, handshowers, rainbars, showerheads and underbrass, in numerous finish options, allow homeowners to immerse themselves in an experience that delights all of the senses. JACLO's beautiful fixtures and indulgent amenities enhance daily rituals.

Cranford, NJ (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- While the bathtub used to be the focal point of the bathroom, the shower has taken precedence with renowned designers saying that their clients are looking to enhance their daily rituals through the implementation of a superior shower system. Therefore, decorative plumbing products manufacturer JACLO® (www.jaclo.com) has created a line of opulent and attainable shower components that fuse the luxury of the bathtub with the efficiency of the shower. Drenching rain canopies envelop the bather in warm water and are evocative of rainforest deluges, while adjustable rainbars bring the powerful car wash effect into the stall. All of the company's handshowers can be mounted to their luxury grab bars which sit in a unique adjustable slider; mingling finesse with functionality. When it comes to elevating the upscale shower experience, JACLO has excelled.

"We cater to the consumer who is looking for the affordable luxury fixtures that enhance their daily routines," said JACLO's President and CEO Larry Brodey. "Our products have filled a gap in the market. Consumers now have the option of quality luxury products that match their décor."

"With our decorative specialty product offerings a designer can bring detail to every element of the bathroom," said Vice President of JACLO Dana Egert.

JACLO's fully-coordinated lines are available in 16 finishes. Because of the many options they offer, designers often come to JACLO when they are looking to buy new fixtures which will match preexisting décor or when they want to create a seamless space that features an innovative finish. The company is adept at creating specialized finishes for designers with specific needs.

JACLO collections, as defined below, elevate the bath to a spa and transform the kitchen into an epicurean's dream. The following is a highlight of their innovative products.

Rain Canopies: JACLO's line of rain canopies transform the daily ritual of taking a shower into a luxurious day at the spa. Users are engulfed in water by products that are considered to be custom-designed water sculptures or overhead fountains. Rain canopies are available in round, square, oval and rectangular models in a range of sizes from 12 to 20 inches. Precision engineered to the company's specifications in Italy, the product is suitable for both private and commercial spas without any special plumbing requirements.

Rain Showerheads: The unique rain showerhead can be mounted on an existing 45 degree showerarm without diminishing the function of the showerhead. The Lorenzo model features 91 spray jets for the full-rain effect. The Carolene, for those looking for the ultimate in rain-drenching splendor, features 127 spray jets. A unique interior channeling system disperses water evenly creating a pressurized rain spray for an exhilarating shower experience.

Rainbar: Rainbars, commonly used for water massage and body therapies in world-renowned spas, have penetrated the residential market and JACLO has put their personal spin on them. JACLO's innovative Rainbar, which functions as a linear body jet, allows the user to customize their bathing experience as the top and bottom of the rod rotate independently and jets are offset resulting in a spreading spray pattern. Unsightly water deposits are a thing of the past as the Rainbar now features rubber jets, which easily wash away calcification. The Rainbar boasts of 42 cross-spray pattern nozzles that can be easily mounted to the wall, ceiling or floor. The bar rotates at an impressive 360 degrees. A single inlet results in easy installation and alignment.

Handshowers: JACLO's Dania Handshower with Nebulizing Mist® combines a decorative design with a functional feel. Ergonomically shaped handles fit comfortably in the hand and make reaching all parts of the body effortless. Five distinct sprays enable users to experience full rain sensations, soothing massages and a refreshing mist. The Savoy II Handshower can be attached to the company's line of luxury grab bars which feature an adjustable slider for the ultimate in positioning.

Grab Bars: Offering a refreshing alternative to the institutional-looking models on the market, and accounting for an ever increasing percentage of JACLO's total business, the luxury grab bar enables consumers to achieve both safety and sophisticated design in their bathroom. ADA-compliant when properly installed, JACLO offers 7 styles and 16 decorative finishes to coordinate with their full line of bathroom products as well as all other manufacturers' styles and designs.

Pot Fillers: Over the past few years, appliances more typical of commercial and professional kitchens have found their way into residential kitchens. The pot filler, a culinary luxury, eliminates the need to carry heavy pots of water to the stove. And with one gallon of water weighing over 8 pounds, this is a truly functional product. Crafted from durable solid brass, JACLO pot fillers offer the ultimate in style and convenience as they swing out over the stove enabling users to easily reach all burners. Some models feature a smooth folding action which allows for easy storage against the wall with one effortless motion. Select versions feature a front handle with positive shut-off; eliminating the need to reach over hot appliances to turn off the water. Available in 16 decorative finishes, JACLO offers wall and deck mount applications. Their deck-mount model is ideal for retro-fitting to an existing kitchen.

Decorative Specialties: Luxury is in the details. JACLO's line of decorative specialties is the hallmark of a fully-coordinated upscale bathroom. Taking into consideration every visual element, which adds style and integrity to the bathroom, completes the space. Designed to complement any of the company's faucet lines as well as most manufacturers' fixtures, JACLO's angle stops feature decorative handles that add flair to all exposed plumbing. Ideal for pedestal lavs or wall mount consoles, angle stop water supply kits and P-traps are available in 16 finishes and can be customized to match preexisting décor. There are hundreds of unique specialized fittings and accessories available in many configurations and styles for both the bathroom and kitchen including: drains, kitchen sink strainers, garbage disposer collars, airgaps, bathtub waste & overflows and even decorative toilet tank trip (flush) levers.

JACLO® (www.jaclo.com), an industry leader since 1961, is the premiere manufacturer of decorative plumbing products and advanced shower solutions. They continue to inundate the market with highly-stylized shower systems, faucets and decorative accessories that marry steadfast durability with seamless style. Available at over 2,500 dealers nationwide, JACLO's products create luxurious fully-coordinated bath suites that exude the finishing touch. Implemented in numerous high-end hotels and residences across the country, their product lines provide a superior experience that enhances daily rituals and defines elegant living. Given their wide range of product and dedication to detail, the company is well-equipped to meet the needs and growing demands of its customers with unparalleled efficiency.

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Consumer Spending Behavior Favors Launch of New Cityblock Home Service in Arizona

Homeowners in the Phoenix Metropolitan area spend more on home maintenance than they do on personal care products and beauty treatments. According to a U.S. Census report on consumer spending habits, the average homeowner in Phoenix spends $984 a year on household operations. As a result, companies like Cityblock Home are launching new services for handyman and air conditioning repair to meet this consumer demand.

(PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- Homeowners in the Phoenix Metropolitan area spend more on home maintenance than they do on personal care products and beauty treatments. According to a U.S. Census report on consumer spending habits, the average homeowner in Phoenix spends $984 a year on household operations. Included in these expenditures are bills for repairs done by contractors, handymen, or for the materials a homeowner buys for a 'do it yourself' project'. These home maintenance expenditures are almost 48% higher than the $666 that an average Phoenix area homeowner spends on personal care products, cosmetics, and trips to the barber and salon. As a result, companies like Cityblock Home are launching new services for handyman and air conditioning repair to meet this consumer demand.

"This spending pattern really reflects the priority that people place on their homes," said Craig Mathews, Marketing Director for Cityblock Home. "We specifically launched Cityblock Home to appeal to time stressed homeowners who want to enjoy their home, but don't have the time to maintain it themselves." Cityblock Home offers air conditioning, heating and handyman services to homeowners throughout the East Valley of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Cityblock Home is a service extension of Cityblock, a commercial construction and building services company located in Tempe, Arizona. "We had commercial clients ask us for years about offering our air conditioning and repairmen for residential services," said Doug Deyo, Company President, "we are glad that we can now do that."

Cityblock Home anticipates that the hot Phoenix summers will keep their air conditioning technicians busy all summer, but that other services will keep people using their service year round. Mathews stated, "We have a number of services that people need all the time. In addition to our handyman services, we offer Realtors and home sellers a special service to get their properties ready for sale. We will also be promoting energy awareness, as well as helping people getting their homes ready for seasonal changes."

To learn more about Cityblock Home, please visit www.cityblockhome.com or call 480.682.1750.

About Cityblock
Cityblock is a leading provider of construction and HVAC services for commercial real estate in Phoenix, Arizona area. Cityblock uses advanced technology with highly skilled teams of service professionals to deliver value to their clients.

Contact
Craig Mathews, Director of Marketing
Cityblock, Tempe, AZ
480.682.1779 www.cityblock.com

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BidClerk.com Reports Commercial Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Washington, DC Area

BidClerk's daily update of Washington DC construction projects coming up for bids and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bids or start construction in the next 90 days in the Washington, DC area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Washingon, DC - Israel Baptist Church, 1251 Saratoga Ave. NE, 50,767-square-foot life learning center, $10 million. Project ID: 636320

Washington, DC - Helix Hotel, 1430 Rhode Island Ave. N.W., 10,000-square-foot hotel renovation, August 2007, $200,000. Project ID: 637365

Washington, DC - Dakota Point, South Dakota Ave. and Riggs Rd., 800 unit condominium building, October 2007, $40 million. Project ID: 453964

Silver Spring, MD - FDA OC/ORC Administration Building, White Oak / New Hampshire Ave., 500,000-square-foot office building, October 2007, $45 million. Project ID: 615960

Falls Church, VA - Pearson Square, 500 South Maple St., 300,000-square-foot commercial and residential development, October 2007, $40 million. Project ID: 338228

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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New Product Announcement -- EZ Tool Pouch Clip

TechNote Time is pleased to introduce a brand new accessory for the skilled trades that has already amazed many that work out of hip-side tool pouches. With the new EZ Tool Pouch Clip, tradesmen are removing their pouch belts for good once they try this unique product.

Dunnellon, FL (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- TechNote Time is pleased to introduce a brand new accessory for the skilled trades that has already amazed many that work out of hip-side tool pouches. With the new EZ Tool Pouch Clip, tradesmen are removing their pouch belts for good once they try this innovative product. TechNote Time's EZ Tool Pouch Clip does not require elimination of the pouch belt; in fact, it was specifically designed not to interfere with the belt. The unique, heavy-duty design of the EZ clip allows both EZ-on of the pouch and EZ-off, with the EZ clip and belt working simultaneously at the tradesman's discretion.

The EZ Tool Pouch Clip will receive a standard dress or work belt, pocket opening, waistband, side work jacket pocket, etc. It may also be hung on panel doors, ladder braces and many surprising, convenient locations on the job. It is great for in-and-out of work trucks, on-and-off equipment and most helpful when entering and exiting tight areas. Once you try the EZ Tool Pouch Clip, you will find that the convenience of your tool pouch has reached a new level. Another problem solved.

TechNote Time's EZ Tool Pouch Clip features a quick attachment design that will fit most tool pouches. The clip is made in the USA of American made 836 hot-rolled steel, 1/8" thick and expected to outlast several pouches in its lifetime. It is almost indestructible.

The EZ clip makes the tool pouch convenient, not only for those in the construction industry and those in the electrical industry such as electricians and power linemen, but also facilities maintenance technicians, HVAC mechanics, telecommunication and cable TV technicians, as well as other tradesmen who use a tool pouch on the job and in the field.

Additional details, product use images and purchasing information can be found at www.ezpouchclip.com. Supply stores for the electrical and construction industries and others interested in reselling this new product are encouraged to contact Anne Dorsey at 352-522-0415 for more information about the EZ Tool Pouch Clip.

TechNote Time (aka TNT's Electrical Trades Gift Store) is a woman-owned company, located in Dunellon, Florida. Product orders are currently be handled through TNT's Electrical Trades Gift Store: www.technotetime.com.

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Carving New Market Share with China's Booming Coating industry

Chinese Coatings industry is fast becoming a lucrative market for big international companies due to its huge potential volume. The changing dynamics of the China coatings industry will be a one of the key focus of a 7th China Coatings Markets meeting to take place on 20-21 September in Shanghai China.

Singapore (PRWEB) July 30, 2007 -- Chinese Coatings industry is fast becoming a lucrative market for big international companies due to its huge potential volume. According to Akzo Nobel's Global Coatings Report 2006, China is said to be undergoing the world's largest construction boom. The imminent arrival of next year's Beijing Olympics & 2010 World Expo both to be held in Shanghai, have not only sprung up new coatings applications in the country but set abuzz the interior, architectural, decorative coatings, construction, and antiseptic coating products manufacture base.

Following PPG's acquisition of Shanghai Sunpool, Valspar's buying over Huarun Paints and Akzo Nobel's consolidation of its Akzo Nobel Chang Cheng Coatings JV, competition is set to intensify as top ten global coating manufacturers entered the Chinese market with their classic formulations and high-grade and high-performance coatings technologies.

The changing dynamics of the China coatings industry will be a one of the key focus of a 7th China Coatings Markets meeting to take place on 20-21 September in Shanghai China. The speakers invited to share their views include representatives from China State Bureau of Quality and Technical supervision/ national Paint & Pigment Society, Fluror- coating branch Committee, SCF of CIESC, Hudong Zhonghua Shipbuilding Group Co Ltd, Photocatalysts Arc-Flash Co Ltd, Shanghai Coating Co Ltd, Bayer Material Science, Dupont China, Lenovo mobile., Chery Automobile, PPG industries, Asia Paint China, Sanmu Group, SSCP, and BASF.

Amongst others, there will be reviews on how mounting environmental pressures from the Chinese government and practices in developed countries, is shifting China's coating markets towards use of environmental friendly coating products with high solid content, water-borne and UV curing technology. Included in program coverage are presentations on ever-changing consumers' behavior and preferences, a forecast on product trends in China's automobile industry, titanium dioxide market dynamics and industry outlook, Asia Paint's study of China's Architecture and Decorative coatings, future prospects of fluorocarbon Coatings Market, potential growth of plastics coatings industry and latest updates of photocatalyst nano coatings.

This event is brought to you by the organizing committee of the Centre for Management Technology and co-organiser the China National Paint & Coatings Industry Information Center.

For more information please feel free to contact me at Tel: 65 63469145 or visit us at http://www.cmtevents.com

About the Centre for Management Technology (CMT)

Today into its 24th year of operations, CMT is a global conference organizer headquartered in Singapore. CMT is the leading information provider to the coatings industry along with its strength in petrochemicals, energy and commodity sectors.

Press Contact:
Ying Ying
Event Executive
Email: ying @ cmtsp.com.sg

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Metal Roofs Now Offered By New England Metal Roofing Company

Metal Roofing systems outlast asphalt and wood shingle roofs by more than twenty-five to thirty years. Classic Metal Roofs, LLC, serving Southern New England, offer their customers Energy Star rated, Metal Roofing systems with lifetime limited warranties. These environmentally friendly roofing systems significantly lower energy bills, landfill waste, and eliminate the need for future roofing repairs.

Massachusetts (PRWEB) July 29, 2007 -- Classic Metal Roofs, LLC, serving Southern New England, now offer a Metal Roofing system that will outlast any traditional asphalt and shingle roof by decades, without ever requiring touch-ups, repairs, or re-installation. Each Metal Roofing system is environmentally friendly, energy efficient, and comes with a warranty on the lifetime of the house; saving homeowners thousands of dollars on energy bills and roof renovations.

Classic Metal Roofs, LLC, an exclusive dealer of Classic Products for the past 25 years, offer Metal Roofing systems to American homeowners, of the Southern New England area, that pay for themselves in terms of energy cost saving, efficiency, durability, and safety. These roofs require little to no maintenance over the years and hurricane tested they provide that extra measure of safety, desired by every family.

In 2006 the IRS introduced a new tax credit available to homeowners who choose to install a Metal Roof on their home, as an incentive for Americans to embrace environmental-friendly, and energy conserving products for their home. Metal Roofing will help to eradicate the 7 - 10 tons of asphalt shingle waste that ends up in US landfills every year. In certain cases Classic Metal Roof, LLC, Metal Roofing experts state that they can install a new Metal Roof directly over the existing roof, eliminating waste altogether.

In 2004, Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Buildings Technology Center, completed a three year independent study on the performance and benefits of Metal Roofs. The study found that even after years (some case studies were up to 30 years) of continued exposure to the weather, Metal Roofs were still more energy efficient than other types of roof and maintained good surface properties, resisted soiling, erosion, and even dulling whether the metal was a painted or not.

It also showed that pre-painted Metal Roofing retained 95% of its solar reflectance over the three year study, and the infrared emittance of the painted metals was unaffected by climate exposure. All painted Metal Roofing systems maintained the original manufactured appearance even after 3.5 years of exposure to rains with a pH level of 4.3.

The durability and numerous benefits of Metal Roofing Systems has also been shown to increase the value of a home on the real estate property market; while, it's durability and long life boost the value of the neighborhood. In the event that the original owner wishes to sells the property, the lifetime warranty for the Metal Roofing system is able to be transferred to the new owner.

Classic Metal Roofs use an interlocking installation system which not only strengthens the roof's weather barrier against water damage due to seepage, but it also strengthens the roof's resistance to hurricane force winds. The roofing systems have been tested to withstand winds from 110 to 150 mph. Metal Roofs are also mold resistant, fire resistant, rust resistant, dent resistant, solar reflective, made of 98% recycled aluminum, and look as good as new for decades. Only factory-certified professional Metal Roofers are allowed to install the new roofing systems, to ensure quality and long-life.

For more information about the Classic Metal Roofs, LLC or to explore the full line of available products, to make an appointment with a Classic Metal Roofs, LLC expert roofer about Metal Roof options for your home, or to sign up to receive a free copy of An Insider's Guide To Metal Roofing, please visit our official website at: http://www.classicmetalroofs.com

Or call Toll Free: 1-866-660-6668
Contact Information:
Mike Gonet
Massachusetts, New England
Classic Metal Roofs, LLC
Toll Free: 1-866-660-6668
http://www.classicmetalroofs.com

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Architect Anthony Eckelberry Completes A Spanish Colonial Revival Home Remodeling

Anthony Eckelberry has completed a home remodeling that transforms the appearance of a Spanish Colonial Revival style home.

Los Angeles (PRWEB) July 29, 2007 -- Anthony Eckelberry announces that he has just completed a remodeling project that creatively expands a one-story residence to a two-story structure in the same style.

The owner of the property in West Los Angeles wanted to increase the size of his home to provide room for a growing family yet keep the qualities of the home that attracted him to the building in the first place.

Architect Anthony Eckelberry came up with a design that would harmonize with the look of Spanish Colonial Revival style homes in the area and yet provide more room. This was accomplished by leaving the original living room structure and rebuilding the remaining portion of the house in a two-story configuration.

Anthony explains: "By leaving a portion of the existing house I was maintaining a style to be matched in the new portions of the house and also showing a respect for the earlier craftsmen that built the home in the 1920's; this configuration also ties in with remaining one-story homes in the area. All new portions of the interior were designed with a modern sensibility influenced by the traditional exterior."

The homeowner remarked: "Anthony, you are a master! Great job!"

The owners now spend pleasant evenings under the wisteria vine that was preserved and re-trained over a new trellis.

Some of Anthony's residential design work can be seen on the website, http://www.eckelberry.biz

About Anthony Eckelberry, architect:
Anthony Eckelberry is a Los Angeles architect that specializes in new and remodeled high-end homes, and his customers include many people in the entertainment industry.

Contact:
Anthony Eckelberry, principal
323-661-0895
http://www.eckelberry.biz

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Architect Anthony Eckelberry Launches a New Restaurant Design Company

Restaurant design services are now broadly offered by Arch. Design Studio, Inc.

Los Angeles (PRWEB) July 29, 2007 -- While continuing to design high-end restaurants, architect Anthony Eckelberry is now expanding by offering design services for fast food and fast casual restaurants from his company Arch. Design Studio, Inc. Current customers include Wolfgang Puck Gourmet Express, Del Taco, Mr. Hana Grill and several other fast-food and fast casual concepts. The designer, Anthony Eckelberry, is bringing to these project his years of experience in the restaurant design field as seen on the website: http://www.eckelberry.biz .

Anthony says: "Just like there is a greater demand for better food in the fast-food or casual dining market, there is an expectation of better design and atmosphere that goes with fresher, more energized cooking. Our company has been in the business of creating one-off fine dining restaurants for several years now and addressing the fast-casual market seemed like a logical expansion. We bring the same amount of care that is taken on a unique chef's restaurant to restaurants that are constructed in many locations. Our restaurant-building customers will have a better experience due to our extensive background in design and so will the customers of their restaurants."

The chef-owner of a restaurant chain had this to say about Anthony's team approach to successful projects: "I commend Mr. Eckelberry on his ability to collaborate with all the different personalities and egos involved in an operation of this type. His experience and insights were invaluable to both the planning and success of the restaurants."

Numerous restaurants are appearing in several states bearing the design atmosphere of Anthony Eckelberry and the Arch. Design Studio, Inc. company.

About Anthony Eckelberry, architect:
Anthony Eckelberry is a Los Angeles architect that specializes in high-end restaurants since 1988 and has designed projects for restaurateurs such as Wolfgang Puck, Joachim Splichal and Ben Ford.

Contact:
Anthony Eckelberry, principal
Arch. Design Studio, Inc.
323-661-0895
http://www.eckelberry.biz

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The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group Launches Referral Marketing Services in Toronto

Client expansion means greater marketing opportunities for businesses throughout the greater Toronto Area.

Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) July 29, 2007 -- The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group has expanded its client portfolio with the addition of a breakthrough lead generation program designed to help home improvement companies throughout Ontario. While continuing to specialize in promotional marketing for the sports, entertainment and hospitality sectors, Bond Advertising is now tapping into the multi-billion dollar home improvement industry, helping local companies maintain a more productive business while supporting future growth.

Despite its position as the fastest growing industry of the 21st century, the home improvement business has desperately sought new ways to secure customer leads in the wake of tighter restrictions on previous marketing methods. In response, Bond Advertising and Marketing is offering a program that secures quality leads for local dealers through its unique direct advertising approach.

As an established referral marketing leader, Bond Advertising and Marketing's alternative marketing approach has allowed local businesses, from the prestigious Kaneff Golf Properties to Canadian Tire Service Center, to increase traffic and customer loyalty. Now it's helping home improvement businesses grow and flourish at a time when restrictions such as the "Do Not Call" list have been hitting them the hardest.

"Our longtime expertise in creating foot traffic for some of the top golf courses, hotels and restaurants in the area has made it a seamless transition to generate leads for home improvement leaders," said Bond Advertising and Marketing CEO, Brad Rice. " In response to current challenges and changes impacting once effective telemarketing strategies, our program offers a way to get quality, cost-effective leads in a more professional and efficient way."

Bond Advertising and Marketing's field teams provide home improvement companies with the ability to outsource lead generation more cost-effectively. Now they can better target new and potential clients by utilizing the expertise of a business whose core competence is focused on bringing a client's product or service directly to the customer, face-to-face.

These dedicated field teams approach local homeowners with a simple offer of a free estimate on a variety of home improvement services, ranging from window installation to professional paint services. After securing interest, Bond Advertising and Marketing's Distributors connect the potential customer directly to their client's customer care representative to collect more information. The company's job is complete once they've secured a definitive date and time for the first appointment.

"We're making sure our home improvement partners receive a constant flow of the best leads out there, because we're able to qualify every lead face-to-face and offer a compelling service that homeowners already want," said Rice. "Meanwhile, we are very excited that we're able to provide another outlet for our team members to advance and grow within the company."

Whether distributing on behalf of popular area restaurants, car care brands or local sports teams,
The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group connects consumers with local businesses and activities they are already familiar with, but might not have frequented. This referral marketing approach generates new ways for businesses to bring in new and lapsed customers.

As an authorized distributor of referral marketing leader, Smart Circle International, Bond Advertising and Marketing builds upon a proven marketing approach that has helped national and international consumer brands -- from Pizza Hut to the New York Yankees -- significantly increase their business. The Smart Circle's referral marketing model provides results because it allows retail and venue-based businesses to help consumers save money on activities they enjoy by matching the right customers with the best offers in the form of Smart Circle Cards.

The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group also provides a ground floor opportunity to become an entrepreneur with virtually no capital. The company's business model affords opportunities and mentoring for select full-time distributors to build their own business while earning a rewarding income as professionals in the direct advertising business.

About The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group
Established in 2000, The Bond Advertising and Marketing Group is an authorized Distributor of Smart Circle International, the dominant force in referral marketing worldwide. More information about Smart Circle International is available at www.smartcircleinternational.com. To speak with a Bond Advertising and Marketing Group representative, please contact Human Resources at:
416-789-2663

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SouthernPhoto.com Announces the Publication of "Making Your Mark - Reviewing and Comparing Surveyor's Marking Tools"

Surveying is a pragmatic profession and employs the tools that best fit its needs. For making a precise measurement and feeding thousands of such measurements into a computer, surveyors use delicate machines that can cost thousands of dollars. For marking their spot, surveyors use chalk. SouthernPhoto.com, the Internet's leading supplier of surveyor's equipment, announces the publication of "Making Your Mark," an article which compares and reviews the marking tools used by surveyors such as chalk, spray paint and pencils.

(PRWEB) July 28, 2007 -- SouthernPhoto.com, the Internet's leading supplier of surveyor's equipment, announces the publication of "Making Your Mark," an article which compares and reviews the marking tools used by surveyors such as chalk, spray paint and pencils.

Surveying is a pragmatic profession and employs the tools that best fit its needs. For making a precise measurement and feeding thousands of such measurements into a computer, surveyors use delicate machines that can cost thousands of dollars. For marking their spot, surveyors use chalk.

But different chalks mark better on different surfaces and sometimes chalk won't leave a mark at all so spray paint is required. Also, different colored chalks and paints are required to distinguish the significances of the marks. Naturally there's a wide variety of marking tools that surveyors need and http://www.SouthernPhoto.com?pr=072607 carries them all.

In "Making Your Mark," published on SouthernPhoto.com here -- http://www.southernphoto.com/articles/Leave_Your_Mark_Comparing_Surveyors_Marking_Tools.asp?pr=072607 -- these marking tools are reviewed and compared. This article is part of the new articles section of SouthernPhoto.com which promised to publish articles of interest to surveyors and anyone that follows the industry.

About SouthernPhoto.com:
In addition to marking tools, SouthernPhoto.com has a wide selection of the state of the art surveyor's tools available. 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=072607

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Giant Petroleum, Inc. Completes Three Natural Gas Wells

Giant Petroleum, Inc. has finished three natural gas wells in a developmental well-drilling program on its prospect acreage in Texas. The project is part of the company’s partnership with Hilltex Operating Company.

Irving, TX (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 -- Giant Petroleum, Inc., a company that purchases and drills oil and natural gas reserves, today announces two successful completions and a planned re-completion in its current well-drilling program.

Giant Petroleum partnered with Hilltex Operating Company to develop a large acreage position in the Shackelford and Throckmorton counties of Texas. Today marks the completion of the first three of 20 planned wells in the prospect acreage.

The Hilltex Operating/Giant Petroleum #136-1 was completed in the Mississippi Reef formation. The well was tested at more than 600 MCFG/Day and is currently producing commercial natural gas from a gas cap on top of oil-bearing strata.

The Hilltex Operating/Giant Petroleum #137-1 was also completed in the Mississippian Reef formation. The well was tested at 125 BOPD and 300 MCFG/Day and is currently producing both sweet crude and natural gas.

"This well will be a nice, long-term producer for both Hilltex Operating and Giant Petroleum, Inc. and all partners involved,” said Chris Plunkett, President of Irving, Texas-based Giant Petroleum, Inc.

In addition to the two completed well-drilling locations, the Hilltex Operating/Giant Petroleum Miller #1 was drilled to test both the Mississippian Reef formation and Caddo Limestone formation. The well had multiple shows and logged well throughout several pay zones in the well bore. Initially, the well drilling was completed into the Mississippian Reef formation and did not work.

"We are going to move forward with this well in some of the up-hole play,” said Wes Harris, Chief Operations Officer of Giant Petroleum, Inc.

About Giant Petroleum, Inc.
Well-drilling company Giant Petroleum, Inc. was formed for the purpose of drilling high-return projects and acquiring undervalued, producing properties on behalf of the company and its investment partners. The company's primary goal is to purchase oil and natural gas reserves with long life potential at the lowest possible price. Giant Petroleum, Inc. attributes much of its success to applying advanced technologies to systematically explore and develop its oil and natural gas opportunities.

Contact:
Chris Plunkett
President and CEO
1320 Greenway Drive, Suite 560
Irving, TX 75038
Phone: 972.607.4300
Fax: 972.580.0467

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Real Estate Agents and Lending Professionals Earn Commissions and Advertising Dollars at Dogtor Paco's Lender's Corner -- New Online Lending Services Engine

Dogtor Paco's Lender's Corner is a powerful new on-demand mortgage calculator that provides lending professionals with full good faith estimate (GFE) level pricing including monthly payments and all closing costs for loans that meet the requirements of a property. Real estate agents can qualify clients for loans and be in control of their deals from beginning to end as Dogtor Paco provides a quick way to research and compare market pricing within seconds, price and identify a loan product, take an application so that their clients can get approved and processed for a loan easier and faster than ever before and finally, deliver a conditional letter of approval along with all state disclosures, ready for a client's signature, within an hour.

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 -- Dogtor Paco's Lender's Corner is a powerful on-demand mortgage calculator that provides lending professionals with full good faith estimate (GFE) level pricing including monthly payments and all closing costs for loans that meet the requirements of a property. Real estate agents can qualify clients for loans and be in control of their deals from beginning to end. Dogtor Paco provides a way to research and compare market pricing within seconds, price and identify a loan product, and take an application so that their clients can get approved and processed for a loan easier and faster than ever before. Finally, a conditional letter of approval will be delivered along with all state disclosures, ready for a client's signature.

There are primarily two ways to make money with Dogtor Paco. First, lending professionals will earn the commission from the loans closed using the Dogtor Paco engine. The company's Loan Organizer™ tells financial professionals how much money they will make by submitting a client's application electronically through the Dogtor Paco's engine where the loan will be completed quickly and frictionlessly. Second, agents and brokers can also earn what is known as Dogtor Paco Dollars, which can be spent to increase advertising placements on the Dogtor Paco website, generating more client leads for each advertiser.

To begin, users will go to www.dogtorpaco.com and scroll over to the field entitled, "What would you like to do?" They will go to the section for "Real Estate Professionals/Mortgage Brokers" to purchase a loan or refinance. While consumers can view the loans on Dogtor Paco's site, only Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensed professionals can complete the loan transactions and be compensated for the work. Rates are updated every twenty minutes. Next, users enter the purchase price of a property that their client, the borrower, is going to pay for a new home, and they view a comprehensive list of real loan offerings available.

Users are presented with multiple loan choices provided by local lenders so that they can choose the loan best suited to the client's situation. The entire application process is simple and fast. The borrower is happy to get a loan within minutes and asks to lock in the rate. Users are now ready to apply for the loan and should take a moment and print a copy of the table that includes the loan chosen for future reference.

Next users simply click the Apply option. At any time during the application process, users can get help by either viewing the video clip entitled, "How to fill out Dr Paco's loan application" or they can hit the Chat button to speak with Dogtor Paco's Assistant Banker. Within 30 minutes of submitting a client's loan, users will receive a complete state disclosure package, including a good faith estimate, 1003 and a conditional approval letter.

On residential transactions, Dogtor Paco can only pay a registered broker with the Department of Real Estate, so checks will be issued to the broker of record, directly from escrow, as per the directions supplied in the broker agreement that will have been completed prior to closing a loan.

The second way that Dogtor Paco will increase the income of lending professionals is that for every subscriber that an agent or lending professional refers to Dogtor Paco, they will receive $200 Dogtor Paco Dollars that can be spent to advertise on Dogtor Paco's website, which generates more client leads. When consumers look for a loan, they will find a Dogtor Paco powered website ranking highest in their individual marketing area, referring agents or brokers.

Dogtor Paco is initially geared towards California lending professionals, including loan officers, mortgage brokers and real estate agents, providing financial professionals with all the options for real estate financing. The company plans to expand Dogtor Paco services into Florida and then into the national marketplace in 2008.

About Dogtor Paco, Inc. (www.dogtorpaco.com)
Dogtor Paco, Inc. is a proprietary patent-pending online lending services engine where loan officers, mortgage brokers and real estate agents can facilitate the approval and processing of loans for customers faster. Dogtor Paco's powerful on-demand mortgage calculator provides good faith estimate (GFE) level quotes with full disclosure including monthly payments and all closing costs. Dogtor Paco uses instantaneous rates to calculate closing costs and monthly payments for a particular property. The Loan Organizer tells users how much they will make by submitting a client's application electronically through the Dogtor Paco's engine where the loan will be completed quickly and frictionlessly.

Media Contact:
Kristin Gabriel
Director of Marketing Communications
Cellular: 213.840.6978
Dogtor Paco, Inc.
Telephone: 866.934.2882
www.dogtorpaco.com

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BioFit Kicks Off Product Line Redesign with Four New Seating Series

BioFit Engineered Products has introduced four new series of chairs as part of a focused redesign effort to offer customers a more contoured, tailored look, softer feel and improved long-term performance. Manufactured with a sewn seam, these chairs mark a stylistic departure, yet feature the same level of durability common to all BioFit products.

Bowling Green, OH (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 -- BioFit Engineered Products, an Ohio-based manufacturer and global supplier of ergonomic seating solutions, has introduced four new series of chairs as part of a focused redesign effort to offer customers a more contoured, tailored look, softer feel and improved long-term performance. Manufactured with a sewn seam, these chairs mark a stylistic departure, yet feature the same level of durability common to all BioFit products.

According to Ed Metzger, president of BioFit, incorporating the upgraded design is only part of the story behind the fresh new look and feel of the HL, FC, HC and FL series - the rest lies in the foam.

"Using seams allows us to minimize compression of pre-contoured foam seat and backrest cushioning during the manufacturing process," Metzger said. "This natural, unencumbered expansion of the foam helps the chairs remain substantially more comfortable over time."

HL, FC, HC and FL series chairs are suited for a variety of environments, including healthcare, education, industrial and office settings, as well as high-tech workplaces with static control requirements. A wide range of fabric upholstery options are also available. For more details, log on to www.biofit.com or call 1-800-597-0246.

Located in Bowling Green, Ohio, BioFit Engineered Products is an industry-leading manufacturer of ergonomic chairs, carts, cafeteria seating and mobile tables for office, industrial, educational, healthcare, bio- and high-tech, hospitality, and custom environments.

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MEPatWORK Becomes MEP Jobs

MEPatWORK, the the leading online job board and resume bank for professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries, has rebranded itself as MEP Jobs.**

Urbandale, IA (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 - MEPatWORK, the the leading online job board and resume bank for professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries, has rebranded itself as MEP Jobs (http://www.mepjobs.com).

"The new name speaks directly to our core customers - the job seekers," said John Von Harz, President and COO. "Professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries come to MEP Jobs for one reason - to find their next employment opportunity. The site rebranding reflects that."

MEP Jobs provides job seekers with a variety of tools to assist in their employment search, including job alerts, resume submittal, and industry-specific resources. Employers can locate potential employees via resume searches, job postings, and resume matching tools.

About MEP Jobs:
MEP Jobs is the leading online job board and resume bank for professionals in the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing industries. MEP Jobs focuses exclusively on the specialty trade contractor segment, including contractors, manufacturers, wholesalers, facility managers, service organizations, and executive search firms. MEP Jobs was founded in 1996, and is a service of Industry People Group.

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Frontier Homes Takes Best in Class

Frontier Homes wins Best in Class and Best Merchandising in the Tulsa Parade of Homes 2007 competition with an overall score of 134 out of 150. Taking first in the $170K - $189K category.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 -- At the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa awards ceremony held on July 24th, Bill Snyder of Frontier Homes accepted two awards. Awarded with First Place Best Overall and Best Merchandising for the model home at Taylor's Pond II in Glenpool. The home fell into the $170,000 - $189,999 price category. Frontier Homes received a total score of 134 out of a possible 150.

"We are so excited that we have received this recognition for our efforts. We always strive to provide the best value for the price with our homes. It is great to be honored by the Tulsa Home Builders Association," Commented Glenn Edwards, President and CEO of Frontier Homes. "The Parade of Homes has long been such a great way to not only promote area homes and builders, but a great resource for potential buyers to see a diverse set of homes."

"We have recieved hundreds of visitors to the model since the Parade started and what an honor to be awarded for our efforts," Said Bill Snyder, Sales Consultant for Frontier Homes.

The awarded model home is located in Taylor's Pond II development in Glenpool. The address is 14709 S Courtney Lane, Glenpool, OK. Contact Bill Snyder for a tour at (918) 294-3100 or via email. You can also visit the Frontier Homes website at www.frontierhomesOK.com.

Contact Glenn Edwards for interviews at (918) 671-3100
Contact Bill Snyder for interviews at (918) 294-3100

About Frontier Homes: Frontier Homes is in the business of providing affordably priced housing to consumers in Tulsa and the surrounding communities. With special attention to Value, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction, our aim is to produce a competitively priced product complete with a comprehensive after-sales service and warranty program. In our pursuit of excellence, we are determined to conduct our business with the highest possible ethical standards, while remaining equally committed to controlling costs and operating profitably.

Purchasing a new home is the largest financial decision many consumers will ever make. Often, it can be a complex, emotional and sometimes an overwhelming experience. At Frontier Homes we place as much emphasis on reducing the stress and confusion related to the buying process, as we do on ensuring product quality. Our experienced, capable staff is personable, and accessible. We have earned our reputation for satisfied customers, through honesty, integrity, and friendly service.

Our aim is to establish Frontier Homes as a market leader in the Tulsa metro home building market place.

About Tulsa HBA/Parade of Homes 2007: The 2007 Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes features 178 homes in 15 communities, built by more than 80 of the area's top builders. Homes will be open from 1 to 7 p.m. daily, July 21-29. Admission is free. Official Guides are on sale for 50 cents for the duration of the event at all area QuickTrip locations. SpiritBank is the presenting sponsor for the 2007 Greater Tulsa Parade of Homes. Get more details online at www.tulsahba.com or by calling (918) 663-5820.

The Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa is a diverse group of more than 1,000 businesses that provide a variety of quality services for the residential building or remodeling industry. Professional members must meet stringent requirements, including customer and professional references, insurance certification, adherence to a strict code of ethics. For more information, visit the www.tulsahba.com.

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Capital Program Management Lunch-n-Learn: Collaborative Technology and Its Impact on Daily Life

Learn about the impact collaborative technology is having on capital project planning, execution, and delivery across the healthcare, hospitaility, education, commercial, and residential industries.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) July 27, 2007 -- e-Builder, the leading provider of collaborative project management solutions, announced the next webcast focused on emerging technologies and improving planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects. Dr. Robert Cox, Department Head and Professor of Building Construction Management of Purdue University, will discuss The Impact of Collaborative Technology on Capital Program Management, August 28, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. EDT, in terms of the value and benefits as experienced by teams from organizations who have used collaborative technologies.

Using real case studies, the discussion will focus on the application of collaborative technology throughout the different phases of the facility lifecycle, and drill deeper to highlight specific examples of where collaborative technology is having the greatest impact.

Also discussed will be some of the more common industry challenges and how collaborative technology is helping to address these. Challenges include: poor communications across project teams; improving project documentation practices; simplifying information access, analysis, and management; and interoperability. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions related to their specific challenges. For more information and to register, please visit https://www.gotomeeting.com/register/322955354

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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Giant Petroleum Inc. Discovers New Source for Oil in West Texas

Giant Petroleum, Inc. hopes new field will help reduce reliance on foreign oil.

(PRWEB) July 26, 2007 — Giant Petroleum, Inc. announced the discovery of oil in a new field in the Marfa Basin of West Texas. The successful Giant-Lykes DPW #1C discovery well is located 35 miles south of Alpine, Texas.

"Due to the geologic success of the first well, we are planning to move forward and aggressively develop our relatively large acreage positions in Presidio and Brewster Counties," President of Giant Petroleum, Inc., Chris Plunkett said.

The confirmation of the new discovery came by electric logging which established the presence of abundant hydrocarbons within the target formation along with other unexpected, yet potentially productive horizons. A hydrocarbon, as its names suggests, is comprised of hydrogen and carbon and is easily found in crude oil.

The Giant-Lykes DPW #1C oil well is scheduled for completion in the upcoming weeks and is just one of many projects that Giant Petroleum, Inc. has planned in West Texas.

"Giant Petroleum is a small but growing company in a unique position to be a leader in this little-explored part of the country,” Chief Operations Officer, Giant Petroleum, Inc., Wes Harris, said. "We feel the timing is right and the technology is now there to exploit these virtually untapped reserves. This is absolutely necessary as we strive to decrease our dependence on foreign oil."

The Marfa Basin oil project took nearly three months with just as many attempts due to the drilling environment in West Texas. Once the drilling difficulties had been overcome, the well was logged and production casing (used to keep the hole from collapsing) was run.

"We anticipate this well to be very productive based on the e-log interpretations and examinations of well bore cuttings,” Plunkett said.

About Giant Petroleum, Inc.:
Giant Petroleum, Inc. (www.giantpetroleum.com), located in Las Colinas, Texas, is a successful, private company formed for the purpose of developing prime oil and gas properties, which meet the Company's high standards as well as purchasing undervalued producing oil and gas properties on behalf of the Company and the Company's partners.

Contact:
Chris Plunkett
President and CEO
1320 Greenway Drive, Suite 560
Irving, TX 75038
Phone: 972.607.4300
Fax: 972.580.0467

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July 26, 2007

Crosswinds Communities Latest Builder to Offer PEARL Permanent Escape Ladder in All New Homes

California builder is one of first in the region to install permanent escape ladders as a standard feature in its Merced master planned community.

Atlanta, Ga. (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today announced that Crosswinds Communities is among the first builders in California's fast-growing Central Valley region to install PEARL as a standard feature in the master bedrooms of all its new homes located at Riverstone in Bellevue Ranch, a master planned community in Merced. Homeowners will also have the option to install additional ladders in other upstairs bedrooms. Crosswinds Communities currently showcases PEARL units in each of its three model homes which opened in mid-June.

Each new two-story home in Bellevue Ranch will include one PEARL ladder as a standard feature, with the option to install additional ladders based on the homeowner's preference. Crosswinds Communities is also offering retrofit installation for consumers whose homes are already under contract. The company, which specializes in creating master plan communities that promote quality of life, adds PEARL to its extensive list of standard product offerings that offer homeowners long-term value.

"We recognize that PEARL is a distinctive feature that creates tremendous value for our homeowners both today and in the future," said Dan Hahn, project manager for Crosswinds Communities. "For such a small investment, this permanent escape solution can offer unprecedented protection and peace of mind that cannot be measured in dollars and cents."

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there were approximately 381,000 home fires in 2005, resulting in 3,030 civilian deaths and more than 13,300 civilian injuries. 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 beneath second and third-story windows, homebuilders like Crosswinds Communities are closing this deadly gap in residential fire safety by including an "always there" means of escape.

Located in the heart of the blossoming Central Valley region, Bellevue Ranch is an innovative, village-style neighborhood built around nature, learning and modern living. Homes are available in a variety of sizes and floor plans throughout this pedestrian-friendly community with tree-lined streets and scenic views. Additionally, developer Crosswinds Communities' master planned homes are complete with security packages as well as energy efficiency and interior air quality product innovations.

"As some housing markets grow soft, builders are more determined than ever to secure their market share with innovative products, smarter marketing and a better understanding of consumers' needs," said David Duley, co-founder and CEO of PEARL Protected. "Builders can accomplish all of these goals by investing in products like PEARL. You can't put a price tag on that kind of security."

Since PEARL's debut in October 2005, it has become one of the most recognized home safety products in the marketplace. PEARL has received the Home Safety Council's 2006 Product Innovation Award and has been featured on multiple episodes of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition." PEARL has been also 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 company's national installation partner - Mr. Handyman, homebuilders, building supply dealers, security companies, remodelers and other maintenance specialists. 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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Free New Catalog Features Outdoor Living Photos and Design Options

The Concrete Network offers a free design idea catalog, Outdoor Living with Concrete, available to download and print at its Website www.ConcreteNetwork.com. The catalog includes 16 pages filled with color photos, design options and possibilities for creating the perfect outdoor living area.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- With temperatures on the rise, many homeowners are extending their living room into their outdoor patios. With today's innovations in concrete, outdoor living areas offer all of the amenities and appliances as do interior living spaces. The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information on the web, offers a free downloadable catalog featuring Outdoor Living with Concrete for homeowners, designers, and builders looking for ideas for decorative concrete applications.

Pages are filled with information on all of today's top decorative concrete options available for creating the perfect outdoor living room, including photos, design ideas and more. From fire pits, to pizza ovens, to concrete statuary, and furniture, the options are endless.

"Homeowners almost always want an extension of their house. They want something that flows with the indoor flooring, and has shade as well as sun," says Mike Boeddekker with Pristine Concrete, in Paso Robles, Calif.

Creating an outdoor space that allows you to entertain, to spend time with your family or just to unwind after a long day is a great way to expand your overall living area. Outdoor living design rises to a new level with concrete. Now you can bring the style and elements of your indoor rooms to the outside. Through its versatility, concrete offers unlimited design possibilities for creating the outdoor kitchen of your dreams. Options include matching color, textures, shape and more, all using a material that is able to withstand from mild to harsh climates.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. In June 2007 The Concrete Network Website had over 1.2 million 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 regional areas throughout North America.

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Global Acrylics Market to Cross 16.7 Billion Pounds by 2009, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Demand for acrylates is mainly driven by downstream industries, due to wide acceptance of acrylates in varied applications. The global acrylics market is projected to Cross 16.7 billion pounds by 2010, at a CAGR of more than 4.5% during the ten-year analysis period.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- Acrylates market is expected to witness a healthy growth over the analysis period. Typically, acrylates demand is correlated with the economy trends. As the economy accelerates, the market for acrylates expands in accord. Major market catalysts for acrylates demand include application growth and regional growth. The report focuses on regional dynamics and growth drivers of the industry. Europe is the largest acrylic resins market in the world and is projected to reach 4.8 billion pounds by 2010, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

With a CAGR of over 6.7%, Asia-Pacific is set to witness the fastest growth in the global acrylic resins market. Asia-Pacific is turning out to be a global manufacturing hub for many overseas companies, due to rebounding economies and cheap labor. China is likely to emerge as a promising market for acrylates, as majority of developed countries attained maturity. End-use applications such as textile, paint, leather, chemical fiber, and adhesives industries are emphasizing a growing trend in China, which in turn continue to fuel demand for acrylates in the region.

Rising raw materials cost, and decelerated growth are the main drivers for increased M&A activity in the resins industry. Leading players in the industry such as Dow Chemical's acquisition of Celanese AG, Hexion Specialty Chemicals take over of Ink and Adhesive Resins' business of Akzo Nobel, and acquisition of Syntech by Royal DSM tends to be the primary initiators of the M&A activity. The report also highlights supply and demand imbalances for acrylates, and rising price pressures on raw materials. Paints and coatings comprise the largest end-use market, accounting for over 29% share of the global acrylic resins market in 2006.

The report titled "Acrylic Resins: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a review of trends, product overview, competitive scenario, product introductions, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World by end-use segments.

Key players dominating the global acrylic resins market include Arkema, Altuglas International, Asahi Kasei Corporation, BASF AG, Dainippon Ink & Chemicals, Reichhold Chemicals, Eastman Chemical Company, Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Kaneka Corporation, Kuraray, Lucite International, Mitsubishi Rayon, Nippon Shokubai Company, Rhodia SA, Rohm and Haas, Royal DSM, Sumitomo Chemical, The Dow Chemical Company, and Unigel Quimica.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1710.asp

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Available Now: Solar Innovations Environmental Control System Upgrades Decrease Impact on the Environment and the Bottom Line

Solar Innovations, a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses, conservatories, sunrooms, folding glass walls and more, announces environmental control system upgrades available to the home gardener or professional horticulturalist thanks to continued technological advances.

Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- Solar Innovations, a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses, conservatories, sunrooms, folding glass walls and more, announces environmental control system upgrades available to the home gardener or professional horticulturalist thanks to continued technological advances.

Advances in computer technology have made owning and operating greenhouses easier than ever before. "Solar Innovations' environmental control options can aid the home gardener or professional horticulturalist by automatically adjusting temperature, humidity, and light intensity from within the greenhouse or from a remote location." An environmental control system will improve plant life within greenhouses by providing a constantly monitored atmosphere, producing a more uniform product.

Solar Innovations' greenhouse control systems can be automated according to the gardener's specifications. Greenhouse accessories, including fans, vents, misting and fogging systems, and heating or cooling systems, are automated in stages corresponding to the gardener's selection and plants' needs.

The first stage of implementation can be as simple as an on/off switch to control circulation fans which destratify the air and ridge vents to allow for the escape of hot air. An evaporative cooler can also be incorporated to draw cool moist air into the structure. By semi-automating a control system with a humidistat, a thermostat, or a timing device, the accessories will run only when necessary, lowering operating costs and saving energy. Fully automated systems have the option of being controlled by a sensaphone or remote programming system on a PLC or even through a cell phone, saving a substantial amount of time. These fully automated systems can be designed to maintain a specific set of criteria for constant plant comfort, taking into account the conditions outside the structure that may affect the plants' growing atmosphere.

In addition to common greenhouse accessories, Solar Innovations' environmental control systems can be designed to accommodate advanced features like evaporative coolers and foggers, drip systems, sensaphones, remote programming, photo and light sensors, and soil sensors. The horticulturalist's time can now be spent tending to plants rather than tinkering with their growing environment. Beyond the cost and time efficiency of the greenhouse control system, Mother Nature will benefit. Control systems can also reduce the need for chemicals to aid plant growth as the environment is more closely adjusted to create the ideal conditions and reduce energy costs and waste.

Solar Innovations' customized greenhouse accessories can be computer operated to improve the quality of plant life while providing benefits to the gardener. For more information on Solar Innovations' available control systems, please contact Solar at 717-933-4843 or 800-618-0669.

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Business Development Organization Announces New Sales Training Program

Effective sales training needs to be responsive to cultural and social changes. T. Marlowe & Associates' new program takes beginners and seasoned veterans to new level of sales volume with a client-centric, strategic approach. You can't beat the competition without knowing these new tricks.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- Effective sales training needs to be responsive to cultural and social changes. T. Marlowe & Associates' new program takes beginners and seasoned veterans to new level of sales volume with a client-centric, strategic approach. One can't beat the competition without knowing these new tricks.

"Sales and business development training are entering a new era," according to Tryst Anderson, president of T. Marlowe & Associates, a business development and sales training organization located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. "The internet and the blogosphere have changed the way people interact with each other. Sales people are finding it more difficult to reach leaders in the executive suites," continues Anderson as he announced his latest business development and training program: Sales Strategies Beyond the Internet: Creating Client Evangelists. This is the first new sales training program to be offered in the last three years.

T. Marlowe & Associates created the Marketing Professional Services is a Contact Sport regional seminar program in 2001 to help architects, engineers and general contractors move their sales efforts to the next level. Turning Technical Experts into Rainmakers was the second successful national seminar program that was created in 2003. Over the years, he has presented to thousands of professional across the United States. The firm took a step back the last two years and didn't create new programs. However, the changing economy, revolutionary culture and evolving client structure, required the creation of a customized program for 2007 and beyond, according to Anderson.

Individuals and companies looking for a high impact change in the way they sell and market their services can check out T. Marlowe & Associates on the web: www.sellprofessionalservices.biz. You can have your name added to the e-mail list for notification when the new training program will be coming to your region.

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Clinton Township, MI, Area

BidClerk's daily update of Michigan construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Clinton Township, MI, area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Clinton Township, MI -- Gamestop #3762 / Clinton Township, 17420 Hall Road, 1,200-square-foot retail, September 2007, $75,000. Project ID: 643473

Clinton Township, MI -- Lenscrafters #5618 / Clinton Township, 17340 Hall Road, 3,300-square-foot retail tenant improvements, September 2007, $150,000. Project ID: 642824

Clinton Township, MI -- Clarks Shoes / Clinton Township, 17370 Hall Road, 2,577-square-foot retail store, September 2007, $125,000. Project ID: 639315

Clinton Township, MI -- Starbucks / Clinton Township, Hall Road and Romeo Plank Road, 1,500-square-foot coffee shop build-out, August 2007, $250,000. Project ID: 644420

Bloomfield Hills, MI -- LA Fitness / Bloomfield Hills, 2050 S. Telegraph Road, 25,372-square-foot fitness center, September 2007, $2.5 million. Project ID: 638602

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Who Said Contractors Can’t Get a Break?

www.TheContractorsSide.com, a website where anyone in the construction trade may register a complaint about a bad client, announces a JULY JUMP START promotion.

(PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- www.TheContractorsSide.com, a website where anyone in the construction trade may register a complaint about a bad client, announces a JULY JUMP START promotion.

The first 1000 applicants will be given a one-time only free registration if they go to the website, find the contact e-mail address in the “Terms Of Use” section and send a request for an entry code by e-mail.

TheContractorsSide.com will send back the entry registration code within twenty-four hours and the user has the opportunity to make one complaint at no charge.

The next promotion, two registrations for the price of one, will occur in late August.

1000 registry cards are being handed out in southern California on a first come first served basis, but for a brief time, internet-only promotional registrations will be accepted and will be honored in order received.

Contractors are consumers, too, and we’re on the Contractor’s Side.

For info call:
Lee W. Dodson
323.243.0404

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US Navy Begins Use of Industrial Nanotech Patented Product for Lead Abatement

Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today the use of the Company's nanotechnology based coating on US Navy buildings for lead abatement. Nansulate LDX is the Company's patented innovative lead encapsulation coating and is being applied at a Pacific US Navy facility by a military contractor for encapsulation of the existing lead-based paint.

Naples, Fla. (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets: INTK - News), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today the use of the Company's nanotechnology based coating on US Navy buildings for lead abatement. Nansulate LDX is the Company's patented innovative lead encapsulation coating and is being applied at a Pacific US Navy facility by a military contractor for encapsulation of the existing lead-based paint.

"This is a relatively small initial order, but it is a very significant breakthrough in our ongoing efforts to gain market share for Nansulate LDX throughout US Government facilities worldwide. The performance capabilities of our new environmentally safe, water based, lead abatement coating offers a new technology in lead abatement that can be applied to any substrate, forming a barrier coat to seal highly toxic lead paints," explained Francesca Crolley VP of Operations for Industrial Nanotech. "In addition to superior performance compared to traditional lead encasement coatings, Nansulate LDX offers the additional benefits which are the standard of Nansulate product line; the combination of thermal insulation, protection against corrosion, and the prevention of mold growth without the use of toxic moldicides. The ease of application, the performance criteria, and surface tolerance make Nansulate LDX a premier lead abatement coating."

Other facilities have recently utilized Nansulate LDX for superior lead encapsulation. The application of Nansulate LDX to a commercial office project by Southern Environmental Services in Marietta, Georgia, was successfully completed. The 30,000 square-foot building was previously contaminated with lead. The product also offers an eco-friendly alternative for environmental remediation.

The dangers of lead-based paint have become the object of multiple state and federal mandatory health regulations. Approximately 75% of homes built prior to 1978 contain lead-based paint. According to a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimate, lead abatement costs for residential units nationwide are approximately $570 billion, with another $500 billion estimated for the cleanup of commercial facilities. Within the past fifteen years, encapsulation as an abatement technique has surfaced and has become a cost-effective alternative solution, typically costing between 50 to 80% less than the cost of lead paint removal and replacement.

About Nansulate(R)
Nansulate(R) is the Company's patented product line of specialty coatings containing a nanotechnology based material and which are well-documented to provide the combined performance qualities of thermal insulation, corrosion prevention, and resistance to mold growth in an environmentally safe, water-based, coating formulation. The Nansulate(R) Product Line includes both industrial and residential coatings.

About Industrial Nanotech Inc.
Industrial Nanotech Inc. is quickly 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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Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This release includes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the impact of competitive products, the ability to meet customer demand, the ability to manage growth, acquisitions of technology, equipment, or human resources, the effect of economic and business conditions, and the ability to attract and retain skilled personnel. The Company is not obligated to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.

Contact:
For Industrial Nanotech, Inc., Naples
Investor Relations
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Beverly Jedynak, President, 312-943-1100 ext. 12
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or
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Media Inquiries
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Auburn Engineering and Acme Casting Enterprises, Inc. Mark 10-Year Partnership

Auburn Engineering, Inc., leading provider of rapid prototyping and production services, is marking a decade-long partnership with Acme Casting Enterprises (Warren, Mich.), producer of casting patterns for metal component manufacturers.

Rochester Hills, Mich. (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- Auburn Engineering, Inc., leading provider of rapid prototyping and production services, is marking a decade-long partnership with Acme Casting Enterprises (Warren, Mich.), producer of casting patterns for metal component manufacturers.

Over the 10-year association, Auburn Engineering has provided stereo lithography (SLA) prototype models to Acme Casting Enterprises for a range of iron and aluminum cast tooling and components for automotive, heavy duty, and other manufacturing customers. The SLA models have been produced to develop casting patterns for engine mount brackets, levers, housings, gear manufacturing tooling, exhaust manifolds and a range of metal parts.

In turn, Acme Casting Enterprises partners with Auburn Engineering to provide iron casting production services to Auburn Engineering customers.

Notes Reid Scott, President, Auburn Engineering, "We're especially proud of this milestone, as both of our organizations collaborate to deliver value to our customers. It's a true team approach that we look forward to continuing."

Adds Jon Dooge, President, Acme Enterprises, Inc., "Auburn Engineering has been especially responsive with quick turnaround on quotations; delivery of the SLA master models; and any specification changes needed to cast patterns for foundry processing. Together we meet the needs of our customers in terms of delivery and quality. It's a collaborative and fruitful relationship."

About Acme Casting Enterprises
Established in 1954, Acme Casting Enterprises is a third-generation supplier of pattern equipment and castings for manufacturing customers. The Warren, Mich. based tier-three supplier has provided casting patterns for noteworthy applications including Comerica Park, the Ambassador Bridge, train wheels for the Detroit Zoo and auger castings for the Federal Reserve.

About Auburn Engineering
Auburn Engineering is a leading rapid prototyping and limited production company serving the product development community for nearly two decades. Auburn's team of experts provides on-time, cost effective low-volume production molding and assemblies to automotive, consumer appliance, office furniture, medical and a variety of product manufacturers. A division of Dynetics, Auburn Engineering is headquartered in its Rochester Hills, Michigan, engineering and rapid prototyping facility, featuring one of the industry's finest tooling facilities, and comprehensive stereo lithography and selective laser sintering capabilities. Services include rapid prototyping, urethane casting, composite tooling, blow molding, aluminum tooling, injection molding, vacuum forming, metal casting, high speed CNC machining, reverse engineering, and CMM inspection. www.auburn.com

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Heavy Equipment Job Fair To Take Place July 28, 2007

Heavy Equipment Job Training School, National Heavy Equipment Operator School (earthmoverschool.com) announces its annual "Hot Dog and Bulldozers Saturday," an innovative job fair to introduce the uninitiated and curious into the world of Heavy Equipment Jobs. The school has announced Saturday, July 28, 2007 to be the day of free lessons and a hot dog from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Orange Park, FL (PRWEB) July 26, 2007 -- The Florida based Heavy Equipment Job Training School, National Heavy Equipment Operator School (earthmoverschool.com) announces its annual "Hot Dog and Bulldozers Saturday," an innovative Heavy Equipment Job fair to introduce the uninitiated and curious into the world of Heavy Equipment Jobs. The event will take place Saturday, July 28, 2007, and the public is invited to partake of free lessons and a hot dog between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

The instructors and staff of National Heavy Equipment Operator School (NHEOS) will open the gates of their nationally accredited training site to the general public and invite them to come enjoy a hot dog and experience free Heavy Equipment Job operator lessons. This one day event hosted by earthmoverschool.com is free to attend and participate. Scouts from major employers in the Heavy Equipment Job industry will be on site to answer any questions and even do some hiring.

National Heavy Equipment Operator School (earthmoverschool.com) hosts the Heavy Equipment Job fair annually to benefit anyone who is interested in entering the Heavy Equipment Job field: trained graduates who would like job contacts, future students, the curious and the hungry. The school facility is a staggering 350 acres giving trainees the advantage of a true to life work environment.

The job fair provides the added benefit of meeting employers from some of the largest companies in the Heavy Equipment Job industry. The employers will be on hand to answer questions, provide leads and even give pointers or tips during the free lessons. Employers are also able to look over the next generation of workers coming out into the Heavy Equipment Job field. EarthMoversSchool.com partners with the some of the biggest names in the construction equipment industry providing their successful graduates with solid leads in the Heavy Equipment Jobs available in their area.

The event also allows the school to showcase the training facilities and the equipment, while allowing interested parties a chance to experience what it is like to be behind the controls of a Bulldozer as a Heavy Equipment Job operator. The "Hot Dog and Bulldozer Saturday" is a great way to give interested, future students a quick test drive of the machinery and solidify their resolve to join the Heavy Equipment Job industry.

The National Heavy Equipment Operators School (EarthMoverSchool.com) provides cost-effective training and accredited certification. The school offers intensive training, leading to nationally recognized certificates, in the operation and safety of construction equipment leading to Heavy Equipment Jobs: such as, bulldozers, backhoes, wheel loaders, excavators, compact Bobcat excavators, skid steer loaders and diesel truck tractors.

National Heavy Equipment Operators School (EarthMoverSchool.com) offers an innovative and comprehensive training program, reducing class time, through home study and offering its candidates extensive hands on field training in the operation and safety of Heavy Equipment Job construction equipment.

The National Heavy Equipment Operators School invites all potential students to learn more about their program. To find out more about Heavy Equipment Job training or the nationally accredited heavy equipment operator school contact National Training Inc. toll free at 1-800-488-7364 or visit the official website at www.earthmoverschool.com. Also, the "Contact Us" page on the website provides further email and mail contact information.

Contact Information:
Ron Shepard
National Training
http://www.earthmoverschool.com/
1-800-488-7364

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Perkins+Will Acquires Rozeboom Miller Architects Adding K–12 Design Capabilities to Minneapolis Office of National Firm

Perkins+Will, a leading national sustainable design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, branded environments, and planning + strategies in a variety of markets, announced that it has acquired Minneapolis-based Rozeboom Miller Architects (RMA), a regional architecture and design firm recognized most notably for its innovative design of K–12 facilities.

Minneapolis (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- Perkins+Will, a leading national sustainable design firm specializing in architecture, interiors, branded environments, and planning + strategies in a variety of markets, announced that it has acquired Minneapolis-based Rozeboom Miller Architects (RMA), a regional architecture and design firm recognized most notably for its innovative design of K–12 facilities.

“Perkins+Will is known nationally for its presence in the K–12 area of practice, but we were lacking that expertise and depth here in our Minneapolis office. An acquisition was the quickest and most efficient way for us to develop a credible K–12 practice that would allow us to compete on a national level in that market,” said Chuck Knight, managing principal with Perkins+Will. “With a reputation for being an undisputed leader in K–12 design work here in Minneapolis and throughout the Upper Midwest, RMA was the perfect firm for us to turn to.”

“RMA has a solid foundation and a national reputation in the area of K–12 design, and we’re excited to integrate our practice with Perkins+Will and help the firm excel in that area,” said Ted Rozeboom, principal with RMA. “I feel strongly that the combination of Perkins+Will’s expertise in higher education design and RMA’s expertise in K–12 design will result in new creative thinking that will truly benefit education as a whole.”

Specifically, Rozeboom expects the acquisition to help position Perkins+Will as an innovator and leader in the area of 11–14 education, a growing market within the education sector.

Steve Miller, also a principal with RMA, agreed. “As two firms, Perkins+Will and RMA each had tremendous impact on the design of educational facilities as well on the design of healthcare, corporate and civic facilities,” he said. “But there is no doubt that by working together as one team we can impact these markets in ways we never dreamed possible.”

Both Perkins+Will and RMA are thriving and successful design firms, which is one of the reasons the firms were attracted to each other. The acquisition allows for faster, more synergistic growth that benefits employees and clients at both firms by providing project and talent diversity, fresh thinking, and the ability to leverage each other’s past success.

About RMA
Rozeboom Miller Architects was founded in 1997 and specializes the design of in K–12, civic and cultural facilities. Established as a regional practice, RMA has developed a national reputation for design excellence and technical expertise. Some of the firm’s notable Minnesota public school clients include Chaska, Edina, Northfield, Brainerd, Moorhead, and Lake Crystal. RMA’s current national education projects are located in Chicago; Denver; Kalispell, Mont.; and Las Vegas. Other Minnesota clients include the YMCA, the City of Andover, the National Sports Center, the City of Edina, the Herb Brooks Foundation, and the Minnesota Vikings.

About Perkins+Will
Established in 1935, Perkins+Will (www.perkinswill.com) is an integrated design firm serving clients from offices in Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Hartford, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Research Triangle Park, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Shanghai, Vancouver, Victoria, and Washington, DC. With the highest percentage of LEED® Accredited Professionals of any design firm in North America, Perkins+Will is recognized as the preeminent sustainable design firm in the country. The firm practices architecture, interiors, branded environments and planning + strategies with clients in corporate + commercial + civic, healthcare, higher education, K-12 education, and science + technology markets. Perkins+Will routinely ranks among the world’s top design firms and has received hundreds of awards, including the prestigious American Institute of Architects’ “Firm of the Year Award.”

Contact:
Katie McGee
Perkins+Will
312-755-4713

Jennifer Sheran
Schroder Public Relations
404-872-7289 or cell 404-643-0173

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Doe Run Peru Begins Construction of Sulfuric Acid Plant for La Oroya Lead Circuit

Construction begins on second of three acid plants, set for 2008 completion; the upgrade of the first plant was completed, as scheduled, last December

La Oroya, Peru (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- Doe Run Peru has begun construction of a lead circuit sulfuric acid plant that will allow for the continued reduction of emissions of sulfur dioxide from the La Oroya smelter chimney, part of the company's continued commitment to improve air quality in La Oroya and meet its commitments with the Peruvian government and the local community.

The plant is the second of three related sulfuric acid projects (the first for the zinc circuit, has already been completed; the second for the lead circuit; and the third for the copper circuit), which comprise the last of nine projects undertaken under Doe Run Peru’s environmental operating agreement with the government (known by its Spanish initials, PAMA).

“This project carries an investment of more than $29 million. Its operation will involve the completion of a series of complementary projects we are carrying out concurrently,” said Juan Carlos Huyhua, president and general manager of Doe Run Peru. Those projects include completing updates to the effluents treatment plan, the electric substation that will power the acid plant, and in particular, the construction of a warehouse and dispatch terminal for the sulfuric acid that is produced as the sulfur dioxide is drawn out of the plant, Huyhua added.

Once the lead circuit’s acid plant is operational, Doe Run Peru expects to significantly reduce its emissions of sulfur dioxide.

Construction of the lead circuit plant is expected to be completed in September of 2008, according to a timetable approved by Peruvian government officials. Engineering work on the project began in October of 2006 and is being carried out by Fleck Chemical Industries of Canada and Graña y Montero of Peru. Equipment purchases for the facility began earlier this year.

Doe Run Peru’s total PAMA investment well surpasses the $107.5 million the company agreed to when it arrived to Peru in 1997. When all the projects are completed, which is on track for October of 2009, Doe Run Peru will have spent more than $244 million, approximately 2.3 times the original commitment.

About Doe Run Peru
Doe Run Peru is a mining and metals company operating in Peru's central Andes. The company has run the La Oroya metallurgical complex since 1997 and the Cobriza mine in Huancavelica since 1998, producing high quality refined metals while at the same time working to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible way.

For more information please visit: http://www.doerun.com.pe

Contact:
Victor Andres Belaunde
vbelaunde @ doerun.com.pe
Phone: +511-215-1285

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Developing Economies to Drive Growth for Construction Chemicals, Global Market to Reach US$35.48 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Construction chemicals are the vital building block of any construction industry. Construction chemicals are used from pre-construction to post-construction stage to improve construction quality. These chemicals are employed to increase the life of building structures and also to safeguard them from natural hazards and industrial corrosives.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- Expected to maintain a robust CAGR of 7.72% over the analysis period, world construction chemicals market is likely to record sales of US$35.48 billion by 2010. Booming economies in the developing regions of Asia-Pacific (in particular, China and India) and Latin America continue to be primary growth markets for Construction Chemicals, while the mature western economies are forecast to exhibit a more sedate growth. Asia-Pacific, in addition to being the largest market for Construction Chemicals with an estimated 2006 share of 32.73%, is also forecast to be the fastest growing region, with a CAGR of 10.79% over the analysis period.

As stated by the recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., protective coatings and sealers market, with a share estimated at 46.66% in 2006, forms the largest segment, while cement and asphalt additives market, is expected to emerge as the fastest growing segment. Other product segments independently analyzed include caulks and adhesives market, grouts and mortars market and polymer flooring and others market.

Of the end use applications for construction chemicals analyzed, residential construction market, with an estimated share of 33.41% in 2006, constitutes the largest, while non-residential construction market, with a forecast CAGR of 8.38% over the analysis period, forms the fastest growing application. The third major end use sector for construction chemicals analyzed includes non-building construction market.

Construction industry, one of the vital constituents of the economy, contributes about 10% to the worldwide gross domestic product (GDP). US, Europe, Japan and Asia are the largest construction markets, controlling more than 70% of the construction market. Some of the most popular construction chemicals that are widely used in the construction industry include cement with admixtures, concrete admixtures, protective coatings and sealers, adhesives, caulks, flooring components, waterproofing, asphalt additives, concrete surface treatments and epoxies.

Large ongoing construction of buildings, dams, bridges, roads and tunnels all over the world vastly depends upon the supply of construction chemicals. Construction chemical industry is progressing with trends in the building material industry. Huge acceptance of ready-mix concrete and higher demand for advanced construction techniques have increased demand for high-performance construction materials. Governments have increased focus on developing infrastructure projects and increased investment outlay has opened up new avenues for worldwide construction chemical industry.

In recent times, Asia-Pacific and Latin American countries have transformed into high growth markets. The prospects lie in the fact that major growth in construction chemicals demand would be generated in developing countries. The underlying fact beneath the trend is that manufacturers are shifting their production facilities from developed countries to developing regions, which provide cheaper labor and robust demand for products.

The Asia-Pacific region in recent times has been soaring high with some vibrant and high growth economies. Regional nations such as China, India and Korea have displayed growth rates of a very high order. Other countries on the march are Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia and Taiwan. The major factors luring MNCs into these countries are low manufacturing costs and availability of cheap labor.

Growth and trends in the building material industry impact the growth of the construction chemicals market. Increased use of latest construction equipment, high acceptance of ready mix concrete and expansion of commercial cities have created greater demand for superior performance products.

Construction industry is moving towards using superior quality grade concrete from conventional concrete. This trend has created new opportunities for construction chemicals and admixtures market. Demand for most of the construction chemicals such as coatings, sealers, adhesives and cement additives has increased tremendously.

Construction industry all over the world is witnessing widespread development of infrastructure projects with governments making high investments in developing these projects. This automatically has led to higher demand for construction chemicals.

Major competitors profiled include Antas Chemical Co. Ltd., BASF AG, Bostik Inc., Franklin International Inc., GE Sealants & Adhesives Inc., Grace Construction Products Inc., Henkel KGaA, ICI Group, ITW Performance Polymers, Mapei SpA, Neogard Corp., PPG Industries Inc., RPM International Inc., Rohm and Haas Company, Selena USA Inc, Sika AG and TEC Specialty Construction Brands.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1587.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

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Intergraph SmartPlant® Enterprise for Owner Operators Gains "Powered by SAP NetWeaver®" Qualification

Certified integration enhances data synchronization and interoperability for power plant owner operators.

Huntsville, AL (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 25, 2007 -- Intergraph SmartPlant® Enterprise for Owner Operators version 3.8, a preconfigured engineering automation environment for plant operators, has gained "Powered by SAP NetWeaver®" qualification from SAP AG.

SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators exploits the power of the SAP NetWeaver platform to help ensure data synchronization and interoperability between Intergraph's industry-leading plant engineering automation suite and the enterprise asset management capabilities of the SAP® Service and Asset Management. SmartPlant Enterprise used with SAP Service and Asset Management (through integration with SAP ERP Release 6.0) helps ensure synchronization between the plant engineering and plant maintenance environments employing best-practice plant management of change-work processes.

The SAP Integration and Certification Center has certified that SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators properly integrates with the SAP NetWeaver Exchange Infrastructure (SAP NetWeaver XI) component of the SAP NetWeaver platform to exchange critical data with instances of the SAP Business Suite family of solutions and is integrated successfully with business functions exposed through the SAP NetWeaver Portal.

SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators will deliver preconfigured, best practice work processes for plant operators. Plant Engineering Management of Change will be an important business package within the SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators solutions, facilitating the tracking of changes from the initial recommendation through the plant engineering review and approval process to final implementation, providing a complete audit trail. Users will work seamlessly between SmartPlant Enterprise tools from Intergraph and SAP Service and Asset Management via a role-based instance of the SAP NetWeaver Portal. As-built changes will be automatically synchronized between SAP Service and Asset Management and SmartPlant Enterprise.

"Interoperability requires openness, which is why the achievement of Powered by SAP NetWeaver status of SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators is an important milestone for Intergraph," said Patrick Holcomb, executive vice president, Intergraph Process, Power & Marine. "This solution addresses the fundamental need for owner operators to achieve ongoing consistency between the ever-changing engineering design basis of a plant, and the critical plant operations management systems like those that use SAP applications. SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators will help make this process more transparent and easier to perform, while providing a complete audit trail."

The SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators solutions are scheduled to be released in phases beginning in Q4 2007. The initial plant software release will include business packages covering Management of Change, Plant Maintenance browser, Plant Engineering browser, Plant Breakdown Structure and Tag Management, Document Management and Conceptual Engineering.

An extensive range of business packages for optimizing plant efficiency is envisioned to follow, including:

For the operating plant:
- Plant Engineering Assistant
- Engineering Assistant for Plant Maintenance
- Engineering Assistant for Reliability
- Engineering Assistant for Plant Operations Management
- Engineering Assistant for Plant Safety
- Brownfield/Greenfield data exchange, collection, transformation and loading

For capital projects:
- Management of Change (Projects)
- Management of Non-conformities/Waivers
- Technical Queries
- Interface Management
- Risk Management
- Completions and Start-up

The SAP NetWeaver platform powers the SAP Business Suite family of applications, SAP xApps™ packaged composite applications, and solutions such as SmartPlant Enterprise for Owner Operators from Intergraph. SAP NetWeaver unifies integration technologies into a single platform and is pre-integrated with business applications, enabling change and reducing the need for custom integration.

About Intergraph
Intergraph Corporation is a leading global provider of spatial information management (SIM) software. Security organizations, businesses and governments in more than 60 countries rely on the Intergraph's spatial technology and services to make better and faster operational decisions. Intergraph's customers organize vast amounts of complex data into understandable visual representations, creating intelligent maps, managing assets, building and operating better plants and ships, and protecting critical infrastructure and millions of people around the world. For more information, visit intergraph.com.

© 2007 Intergraph Corporation. All rights reserved. Intergraph, IntelliShip and the Intergraph logo are registered trademarks of Intergraph Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and in other countries.

SAP, SAP NetWeaver, xApps and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP AG in Germany and in several other countries all over the world. Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Search Engine Keywords Research for the Construction Industry

ClickThrough Marketing, a specialist Search Engine Marketing consultancy, has today announced the availability of a 28 page keywords research report for Marketers in the Construction sector.

Lichfield, Staffordshire, UK (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- ClickThrough Marketing, a specialist Search Engine Marketing consultancy, has today announced the availability of a 28 page keywords research report for Marketers in the Construction sector.

The research report contains search engine key phrase analysis on 23 key areas of construction including; machinery, plant hire, property development, building, architects and engineering. Also included is a fascinating insight into the most popular brands being searched for online -- in April 07 the top 4 were Persimmon, Bryant, George Wimpey and Belway Homes.

Phil Robinson, Founder of ClickThrough, states, "This report has been written for companies in the construction sector and helps marketers understand the opportunities available. The construction industry is way behind other sectors and is not taking advantage of Search Marketing to generate new business."

The research in this industry report is based on search behaviour and data on search engines from the 31 days of April 2007 and contains exact Search Phrase and No. of Searches.

"There are vast numbers of people searching for all types of construction products and services, plus competition on Google, Yahoo & MSN is low because only a small number construction companies have an effective Search Marketing campaign in place." Robinson continues.

This report has been done in partnership with the launch of the Construction Marketing Centre of Excellence (CMCOE), an innovative concept that delivers a comprehensive range of construction marketing services from the most experienced team in the industry.

Roger Moggs, Founder of CMCOE "With more and more companies needing to focus on their marketing output and ROI this report provides the perfect guide on how construction companies can improve their search engine performance."

What does this research tell us?

Market share comparisons - the number of searches for each phrase gives an insight into the comparable number of searches of each search phrase type. For example, 'Building Material' (87,124 searches) is more than 2 times larger than 'Builder Merchant' (36,492 searches).

Brands market share comparisons - the number of searches for each phrase including a brand gives an insight into the comparable number of searches for major brands in the construction sector. For example, 'Persimmon Homes' (165,640 searches) is more than 3 times larger than 'Bryant Home' (45,086 searches).

Most Popular Phrases - up to 100 of the highest count search phrases for each category are included in this report. This gives a starting point for identifying which areas your Search Engine Marketing efforts should begin and which phrases may give some 'quick win' opportunities from Pay Per Click Marketing.

To download the free industry report go to:
http://www.clickthrough-marketing.com/resources/construction-report.php

Notes for Editors

About ClickThrough
ClickThrough Marketing is an internet marketing company focused on helping businesses reach new customers via the online market place including the major search engines. We offer managed search engine marketing services that increases your online exposure, search engine rankings and web sites ROI.

Phil Robinson, Managing Director
ClickThrough Marketing
Tel: +44 (0)845 057 3349
Web: www.clickthrough-marketing.com

About Construction Marketing Centre of Excellence (CMCOE)
Working with some of the biggest names in the construction industry, the team at CMCOE has a wealth of marketing and creative resources. This new concept means that clients can access marketing specialists and award-winning creative people with over 20 years brand building experience. Visit www.cmcoe.co.uk

For interviews, contact Phil Robinson on +44 (0)845 057 3349. A photo of Phil Robinson available in the Press Kit at - http://www.clickthrough-marketing.com/corporate/press-kit.php

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EquipNet Unveils New My EquipNet Platform

Empowers users to manage surplus assets more efficiently.

Canton, MA (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- EquipNet, Inc., the leading provider of proactive asset management solutions, today unveiled their new My EquipNet platform. The new functionality enhances how sellers and buyers can manage their surplus assets online with the availability of real time information at every step of the buying and selling process.

The bulk of the transactions on EquipNet's online MarketPlaceTM, www.EquipNet.com, are conducted through negotiated sales, in which EquipNet sales representatives broker assets between end-user buyers and sellers. Transactions require multiple touch points including; inspections, offers and approvals, rigging and shipping, invoicing, and payment My EquipNet has been retooled to provide an easy means for tracking all of this activity.

"Selling large industrial manufacturing equipment is an involved process," said Roger Gallo, president and CEO of EquipNet. "My EquipNet is a window into the status of one's buying and selling activity in every step of a negotiated sale," Gallo said.

The new My EquipNet marks an important step in the evolution of the EquipNet MarketPlaceTM because it addresses a major user concern: the availability of up-to-date information on the transaction status.

"The availability of this information at the user's fingertips is essential in providing the highest level of service to our customers," said Anthony Parziale, Director of Asset Management at EquipNet.

My EquipNet is a completely free service available to all registered users of the EquipNet MarketPlaceTM. Whether an end user is trying to sell, buy, or simply watch an item or post a wanted ad for an item not presently available on MarketPlaceTM, My EquipNet is the gateway to better managing that process.

Since 1999 EquipNet has been revolutionizing the way global companies manage their surplus and idle assets. EquipNet's MarketPlaceTM, www.EquipNet.com, is the world's largest venue for buying and selling pre-owned processing, packaging, lab and IT equipment for the chemical, pharmaceutical, and packaged goods industries. Large global companies and small manufacturers alike can take advantage of EquipNet's multiple Cascading LiquidationTM channels, which include managed redeployment, MarketPlaceTM, traditional and online auctions, sealed-bid events, eBay store and scrap management programs. In addition, EquipNet provides unmatched services with certified appraisals, desktop equipment valuations, consignment warehousing, and asset redeployment software, ARMSTM which is deployed in over 1,800 manufacturing facilities worldwide, ARMSTM making it the most widely used idle asset management tool on the market.

For more information, please visit www.EquipNet.com.

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the New Orleans, LA Area

BidClerk's daily update of Louisiana construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following construction projects are planning to go out for bids and start construction in the New Orleans, LA area. Contractors and Businesses interested in providing services relative to these construction projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

New Orleans, LA - Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave., 18,000-square-foot funeral home expansion, August 2007, $2 million. Project ID: 544144

Gretna, LA - Torrid #5117, 2,500-square-foot retail store, 197 Westbank Expy., August 2007, $125,000. Project ID: 645038

New Orleans, LA - Aquarium of the Americas, 1 Canal St., 2,680-square-foot gift shop renovation, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 643522

Marrero, LA - Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road , various repair work, September 2007, Project ID: 644138

Bywater, LA - ICInola, Bartholomew St. and Burgundy St., 240,000-square-foot commercial and residential development, February 2008, $25 million. Project ID: 639870

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Traffic Control Services Provider Integrates Business Applications and Improves Operations With Help From BCG Systems and Microsoft Dynamics GP

BCG Systems, Inc. announced today another way in which it continues to provide solutions that successfully integrate business process applications, with the successful implementation of Microsoft Dynamics GP for Area Wide Protective Services. Area Wide Protective Services provides traffic control safety services in construction zones, and is a recognized leader in the 12 states the company operates.

Akron, OH (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- BCG Systems, Inc. announced today another way in which it continues to provide solutions that successfully integrate business process applications, with the successful implementation of Microsoft Dynamics GP for Area Wide Protective Services. Area Wide Protective Services provides traffic control safety services in construction zones, and is a recognized leader in the 12 states the company operates.

The company was outgrowing its entry-level accounting software, and kept vital business data in numerous disparate applications. Assembling financial reports was tedious and time consuming task involving rekeying data housed in different systems. Similarly, a Web portal, developed to facilitate entry of remote employee time and billing data, was not connected to the accounting software, resulting in more duplicate data entry. The company sent a request for proposal to several area solution providers seeking assistance designing and implementing an integrated solution to its accounting and business application needs.

BCG Systems was selected from the vendors who responded, due in large part to its best practices methodology. "BCG Systems took the time to fully understand our needs before proposing a solution," said Larry McKay, chief financial officer at Area Wide Protective Service. "We liked that approach and engaged them to perform an even deeper needs analysis."

Upon completion of that analysis, BCG Systems concluded that the company would benefit from a robust accounting system that would readily integrate with its custom-built Web portal. Microsoft Dynamics GP is that solution.

BCG Systems took advantage of the connectivity tools available with Microsoft Dynamics GP, and working closely with the Web portal development team, designed a truly seamless interface between the two applications that eliminates redundant data entry and the inherent errors. With all business data in one cohesive database, McKay now utilizes the powerful financial reporting tools in Microsoft Dynamics GP to provide current, accurate, actionable intelligence to the management of Area Wide Protective Services.

About BCG Systems, Inc.
Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with offices in Atlanta and Nashville, BCG Systems, Inc. is a single-source provider of business management software, hardware, and infrastructure planning. Nationally recognized for providing exceptional information management solutions and service, BCG Systems designs, implements, and supports cost effective ERP, CRM, and networking systems -- in addition to custom applications and Web development. BCG Systems, Inc. employs certified professionals who combine experience, commitment, and ingenuity to maximize the return on each client's technology investment.

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Chesapeake Homes Expands Nichols Park at Lexington to Include Two-story Townhomes

Chesapeake Homes, one of Hampton Roads area's leading builders, has diversified the community of Nichols Park at Lexington by offering 53 energy-efficient, two-story townhomes.

Virginia Beach, VA (PRWEB) July 25, 2007 -- Chesapeake Homes, one of Hampton Roads area's leading builders, has diversified the community of Nichols Park at Lexington by offering 53 energy-efficient, two-story townhomes. The project is slated for completion the first week of August.

Currently featuring three-story townhomes, the addition of the two-story product allows homebuyers to choose from three floor plans with square footage ranging from 1,700-1,900. Prices start in the mid $200s and feature rear-loaded, one-car garages.

Nichols Park at Lexington offers homebuyers access to outdoor activities with nature trails, playgrounds and a community pool and cabana.

For more information about Nichols Park at Lexington, please call 757-467-2326 or visit http://www.cheshomes.com

About Chesapeake Homes
Beyond Expectations
Established in 1989 and headquartered in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake Homes combines experience with talented craftsmanship to create products and communities that appeal to all homebuyers. As the Hampton Roads area's leading builder, Chesapeake Homes possesses the level of knowledge it takes to create homes built to last generations without overlooking architectural details. Throughout Virginia and North Carolina, Chesapeake Homes has provided unique and flexible floorplans combined with stylish features in producing single-family homes and townhomes in traditional neighborhood developments as well active adult communities.

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Modular Building Leader Jumps Into New Markets with Unprecedented Powder Coating Technology and Service

Allied Modular unveils new powder coating operation in their California plant. With new markets on tap for the progressive modular building company, sales are expected to soar.

Orange, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Allied Modular Building Systems, Inc. announced today that it has just launched a powder coat paint line facility in their Orange California Plant. This full production operation will provide new opportunities for their sales staff and unprecedented service to their customers.

The powder coat paint line provides an unmatched advantage in their industry by producing new colors and schemes for all their high profile consumers including, Naked Juice®, Toyota®, Boeing®, Waste Management®, General Motors® and hundreds of others. With six standard colors and thousands of special order colors, Allied Modular is able to provide their customer with a new look or color coordination with company colors, logos and styles.

To keep their edge over the competition, Allied Modular has also developed a new powder coat paint called V-Tex™. V-Tex is a color matched, texture paint that has the look and feel of their two most common vinyl clad color choices. "Using powder coat technology provides a durable scratch resistant surface for a long life and no fading," said Kevin Peithman, President of Allied Modular Building Systems.

For further information contact Anthony Blanco at 800-959-0810.

About Allied Modular Building Systems, Inc.
Since 1989, Allied Modular Building Systems, Inc. has secured its reputation as the leader in the modular industry. With products manufactured locally and distributed nationally, Allied provides cost effective, time saving, versatile alternatives to standard stick construction. Headquartered in Orange, California with an additional plant in Nashville, Tennessee, Allied Modular is able to service the entire United States.

All products are 100% modular and can be relocated and reassembled. Product lines include modular offices, interior and exterior buildings, cleanrooms, 2-story offices, guard houses, pump houses, mezzanines, vision towers, machine enclosures, full height partitions, smoking shelters and nearly innumerable custom applications. Tours of our 50,000 square foot state-of-the-art facilities and showroom are welcome. Contact Allied Modular at 800-959-0810 or visit our website www.alliedmodular.com.

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Net Gain’s Wake for Regional Malls

Net Gain Real Estate’s analysis of recent Census Bureau statistics validates the shift in consumer buying habits and forebodes the ultimate demise of regional malls in America

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Net Gain Real Estate, the leading Internet provider of independent, value-added income property analysis, has completed an analysis of recent Census Bureau statistics that confirms written forecasts made by the company. Robert Mann, President and Founder of Net Gain, states “The regional shopping mall in America is on a tract toward its demise.”

According to estimates released by the Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce, total retail sales grew 3.2 percent (±0.7%) in the first quarter of 2007 versus the first quarter of 2006. At the same time, e-commerce sales grew 18.4 percent (±4.5%) versus the previous year’s quarter. Estimates are adjusted for seasonal variation and holiday and trading-day differences, but not for price changes.

Net Gain’s forecast begins with a look forward to the year 2099: Two archaeologists are scooping dirt at a dig in the northwest part of the United States. Suddenly an arm freezes. One of the archaeologists has hit a solid impasse. Excitedly they both clear the dirt away and uncover what looks like a part of a cinder block wall. One of the archaeologists is puzzled. He asks, ''What do you think it is?'' His partner carefully examines the exposed cinder block. Then he responds "I'm not sure. It looks like part of a regional shopping mall." The complete essay describing the demise of regional malls in America can be found in the Essays section of www.netgainrealestate.com.

Net Gain Real Estate is a wholly owned subsidiary of NetGainR.E.Inc. In addition to bi-monthly essays, investors may also find a comprehensive due diligence checklist, capitalization rate recommendations, an extensive question and answer section, and a composite index of REIT data at www.netgainrealestate.com.

Company/Editorial Contact:
NetGainR.E.Inc.
Robert Mann, President
TEL: (925) 336-0718

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Navtrak Enters into Partnership with InfoLogix, Inc.

Company's GPS fleet tracking services added to InfoLogix's Mobility Solution Suite

Salisbury, MD (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Navtrak, Inc., a leading provider of GPS-based and Web-enabled resource management solutions to commercial fleets, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with InfoLogix, Inc. whereby InfoLogix will incorporate Navtrak products and services into its growing suite of enterprise mobility solutions.

Navtrak has emerged as a leader in the rapidly growing wireless asset management sector, providing GPS-based vehicle tracking services for regional fleets of 50 to 1,000 vehicles. Focusing primarily on field service and pickup and delivery companies, Navtrak leverages the latest in GPS, wireless and Internet technologies to improve mobile workforce efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance customer service.

"Navtrak's mission has always been to help mobile workforce organizations to be more efficient and productive, enabling them to grow their business," said Jim Duncan, President of Navtrak. "The combination of InfoLogix's unique ability to provide complete 'single source' mobility solutions, together with the advanced capabilities of Navtrak's GPS-based management resources, will provide the comprehensive, integrated, easy-to-manage mobile enterprise solution that service and delivery companies have been looking for," Duncan said.

InfoLogix is a leading technology provider of wireless and RFID based intelligence solutions that enable the mobile enterprise, including logistics solutions for retail, warehouse, transportation and delivery. Adding the ability to track and locate fleet-based assets in real-time to their growing suite of professional services will further broaden the scope of their end-to-end enterprise mobility solution offering.

"The mobility needs of fleet-based organizations are unique, and we believe that rather than using a 'one size fits all' approach, these organizations should be empowered with solutions that are customized for their specific needs," says Steven Salvitti, Vice President of Enterprise Mobility Solutions at InfoLogix. "Our partnership with Navtrak and their extensive expertise in GPS tracking systems enables us to offer a new, comprehensive mobility solution to existing and prospective customers which mirrors the way fleet management does business."

Navtrak's partnership with InfoLogix will create a product offering for the commercial supply chain that provides a comprehensive suite of enterprise mobility solutions -- ranging from inventory and work order tracking, to signature capture, automated dispatching/scheduling and more.

About Navtrak, Inc.:
Navtrak utilizes advanced wireless, GPS, Internet and database technologies to deliver operational visibility and flexibility to fleet managers - resulting in improved operating margins, productivity, security and customer satisfaction. Navtrak transforms real-time, location-based data into actionable business intelligence that is easily integrated into customers' existing back-end systems. For more information visit www.navtrak.net or call 800-787-2337.

About InfoLogix, Inc.:
InfoLogix is a leading technology provider of wireless and RFID based intelligence solutions that enable the mobile enterprise. InfoLogix uses the industry's most advanced technologies to increase the efficiency, accuracy, and transparency of complex business and clinical processes for the healthcare industry and the commercial marketplace. With 19 issued patents, InfoLogix provides mobile managed solutions, on-demand software applications, mobile infrastructure products, and strategic consulting services to over 1,900 clients in North America including Kraft Foods, Merck and Company, General Electric, News America Corporation, Mercedes Benz, Kaiser Permanente, Adventist Health, Universal Health Services, and Stanford School of Medicine. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in suburban Philadelphia, PA, InfoLogix has been named the sixth fastest growing new business in the United States for the last three years by Entrepreneur Magazine. InfoLogix is a publicly-traded company (OTCBB: IFLG). For more information, visit www.infologixsys.com.

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DirectBuy Launches Online Discussion Forum

DirectBuy launches an online discussion forum to connect members across North America to ideas and information on decorating, home building, and remodeling.
MERRILLVILLE, IN, July 24, 2007 - DirectBuy, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise at manufacturer-direct prices, has officially launched an online discussion forum. The DirectBuy Discussion Forum is designed to allow DirectBuy members across North America to share ideas and gain inspiration about home building, decorating and remodeling. The Discussion Forum also serves as a valuable communications outlet for prospective members to learn the value of a DirectBuy membership.

DirectBuy constantly strives to improve our member shopping experience," said Bart Fesperman, vice president of sales and marketing at DirectBuy. "We believe the DirectBuy Discussion Forum will connect our members across North America and allow them to maximize their membership as they build, remodel or furnish the home of their dreams."

The DirectBuy Discussion Forum is part of the DirectBuy Member Cares website and can be accessed at http://forums.directbuycares.com/ Members can share interesting stories about their DirectBuy experience, provide tips and techniques on home design, and show off their newly remodeled or furnished home. Those interested in learning more about a DirectBuy membership can pose questions directly to DirectBuy.

The five discussion threads include:

Home Building - talk about everything from building a new home to making an addition to an existing home.
Remodeling - share tips and tricks of home remodeling.
Furnishing - reveal the savings you've experienced on home furnishings through DirectBuy membership.
DirectBuy News - get the latest news on happenings at DirectBuy.
Ask DirectBuy - learn more about the benefits of a DirectBuy membership.

Membership
Consumers who are interested in joining DirectBuy are encouraged to attend an exclusive Open House event, which is designed to educate families about DirectBuy's unique business model. The Open House also helps consumers better understand how DirectBuy members avoid traditional markup when purchasing brand-name merchandise.

About DirectBuy
For more than 35 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes - from furniture, carpet and flooring, to kitchen and bath cabinets, appliances and much, much more.

DirectBuy enables members to purchase most every product offering from more than several hundred at over 140 showrooms across North America. To request a "Free Insider's Guide to Buying Direct" and a Visitor's Pass to learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

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RV Owners Turning to Self-Storage Steel and Metal Buildings

With many cities and towns banning the storing of RVs in driveways and on streets, RV owners are looking to self-storage facilities to keep their RVs safe, sound and out of the way.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- There are more than 30 million RVs on U.S. highways. Unfortunately, there are no places to store them. Many cities and towns have passed ordinances against keeping RVs in driveways or parked on streets, leaving RV enthusiasts in a lurch. And with more people looking into the purchase of RVs, the problem of storage will only get worse.

Because of this, a growing number of RV owners are looking to self-storage steel and metal buildings to keep their recreational vehicle safe, sound and out of the way.

"RV storage is a huge problem for RV owners, especially if they want quick access," said Dean Brown, president of American Steel Buildings. "Self-storage facilities that offer RV storage are tapping in to a huge market."

According to Brown, running an RV self-storage facility isn't too different from running a regular self-storage facility, and even easier in some cases. RV storage is good business for the owners of self-storage steel and metal buildings. RVs are big, expensive pieces of equipment that their owners are usually more than willing to pay to keep somewhere safe and secure. The delinquency rate for RV owners is about 2 percent, and RV owners are going to need somewhere to store their RV year after year, making them long-term clients.

"In the self-storage business, you'll sometimes get clients who only need a unit for a few months, and then they won't need storage again for a long time," said Brown. "With RVs, their owners are probably going to keep them around for many, many years, meaning they'll need a place to store the RV for many, many years to come."

It's also a relatively easy idea to market. Brown suggests partnering with an RV dealer in your area for referrals.

"They want to sell RVs, and you want to store them," Brown said. "If a customer buys from a certain dealer, they can get a discount on storing it at your facility. Just make sure that you're partnering with a reputable dealer if you decide to go that route."

For more information about RV storage and steel and metal buildings, visit American Steel Buildings online at GoSteelGo.com.

About American Steel

American Steel Buildings designs and distributes quality pre-engineered commercial steel buildings, including mini-storage/self-storage buildings, offices, shops, retail businesses, warehouses, churches and agricultural buildings.

American Steel planted its roots in the heart of America in the 1980s. American Steel offers service and quality products to a growing customer base that now spans the entire United States.

Since its buildings include construction drawings, most smaller buildings can be erected with basic construction knowledge. However, American Steel also offers erection labor services, and all buildings are designed to be compliant with local codes.

Marketing for press release provided by Xeal Inc.

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ThermaSol Introduces Stylish Controls and Groundbreaking New Steam Bath Equipment for the Home Spa - Traditional and Contemporary Controls and Matching Steamhead Models with Two Functionality Options Allow for Superior Bathroom Design

ThermaSol celebrates 50 years as the leader in steam by introducing several industry firsts. Fortunately, steam shower owners can now match their control and steamhead to their bathroom fittings with ThermaSol's Traditional and Contemporary Series Controls that offer either Signature Series' advanced functionality options or Temp-Touch's baseline options.

Simi Valley, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- ThermaSol celebrates 50 years as the leader in steam by introducing several industry firsts. Fortunately, steam shower owners can now match their control and steamhead to their bathroom fittings with ThermaSol's Traditional and Contemporary Series Controls that offer either Signature Series' advanced functionality options or Temp-Touch's baseline options.

The Signature Series is a miniature command center that offers the user precise temperature adjustment, variable session times, sound system volume control, chromatherapy light type intensity and two user presets when used with the Serenity Light and Music System. Finally, ThermaSol Steamshower owners have complete control over their home spa environment as they can enjoy Mood Light Mode, which generates a gradually changing spectrum of light.

The Temp-Touch Series is ThermaSol's baseline control that offers function for all of their steam bath generators as well as their in-shower Light and Music System. A bar graph details minimum and maximum temperature settings, volume, light type and intensity and there is a 45 minute default session setting.

Both the Signature and Temp-Touch Series' come in two styles: traditional and contemporary. The Traditional Series control and steamhead feature a beautifully sculpted bezel and match the traditional, classical and palatial trim designs offered by most fixture manufacturers. The Contemporary Series control and steamhead blend seamlessly with modern, Euro-style or transitional fixtures in the bathroom.

"Finally, I don't have to forgo style in favor of function," says Travel Channel personality Samantha Brown. "With ThermaSol's new design choices I can match my control and steamhead fitting to my bathroom furnishings. Also nothing is better than coming home and enjoying the new Light and Music System that allows me to relax in my Steamshower while listening to my favorite music surrounded by the most calming colors with aromatherapy treatments that soothe the senses."

ThermaSol's new generation Serenity Light and Music System takes the steam experience to a whole new level. The Serenity Light and Music System includes an all-in-one in-shower, high intensity full spectrum LED type light system for the ultimate in chromatherapy, as well as a high-performance speaker set. The system features built-in FM receiver and two additional input source interfaces. Composite component input can come from portable MP3 players, CDs, DVDs and televisions or just about any audio player device. All ThermaSol steam approved components are mounted behind a 10" diameter solid brass ceiling grill, precision machined to match the new sculptured Traditional or sleek Contemporary series of ThermaSol controls and steamheads.

"Through 50 years of steam manufacturing and development we have become proven leaders in the industry due to ThermaSol's intelligent electronics, state-of-the-art design and technological standards," says President of ThermaSol Mitch Altman. "We look forward to leading the industry for years to come with our innovative designs."

Also included with the Serenity Light and Music System is the optional RF 2.8 GHz hand-held remote, which is waterproof, durable, and extremely stylized to meet the most discerning requirements of consumers who are creating their own home-spa environment. The remote offers complete control over all of the functions from inside the shower and comes in 14 matching finishes.

In addition to the controls and matching steamhead fittings, ThermaSol now offers three specialized generators. The SteamShower Classic Series features FastStart™ technology, which produces steam in seconds not minutes. It also comes with a PowerFlush inner tank cleaning system that promotes decalcification, reduces sediment build-up and is activated at the generator. The SteamShower AF Series has an AutoPower Flush inner tank cleaning system, in which all cycles can be activated through the actual shower and it also comes with FastStart™ technology. Lastly, there is the ProSeries™ which features AutoPower Flush, FastStart™ technology, a custom-fit removable smitty pan and SmartSteam™ technology. ThermaSol's Pro-Grade smitty pan clips directly to the base of the steam generator, has a ¾ NPT drain fitting and is manufactured from stainless steel with fully welded seams.

SmartSteam™ technology is the absolute latest in steam control. Most generators use a mechanical power contactor to turn the generator on and off. This mechanical device opens and closes to provide full energy to the heater located inside the tank. As the steam room reaches the desired temperature the control switches this contactor off. Then when the room drops in temperature the control activates the contactor again. ThermaSol's SmartSteam™ uses a liquid cooled server-duty solid-state relay as the heater control device. This system is a micro processor control and includes Intelligence. The system learns the response time required to get the room to a desired temperature and after a few uses, the technology, rather than completely shutting off, can silently pulse the heater allowing the maintenance of the room temperature at a reduced power level.

"SmartSteam™ technology produces the minimum amount of steam required to keep the steam room at one's optimum temperature," says ThermaSol's Vice President of Engineering Scott Sharitz. "This is truly the greatest change to steam generation that we have seen in the last half century."

Since 1958, ThermaSol, creator of the first steam bath unit for the home, has been designing and building the finest steam bath environments available. Today, ThermaSol is the dependable choice of professional plumbers, top designers, architects, builders and homeowners, and is recognized as the worldwide leader in steam bath design and technology.

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Global Plywood Market to Exceed 73 Million Cubic Meters by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Housing development remains the main driver for plywood demand worldwide. The global plywood market is projected to exceed of 73 million cubic meters by 2010. Importance of plywood in construction industry has risen in recent times, owing to its advantages over conventional wood, metal and plastic.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Plywood is a flat panel comprising of thin sheets or veneers of wood. Globally, major regions for consumption of plywood include the US, Asia-Pacific and Europe accounting for about three-fourth of total global plywood consumption. China accounts for more than half of total consumption in Asia. Demand from the region is expected to intensify in near future, with infrastructure developments. Countries in Eastern Europe are other markets emerging as the key consumers of plywood.

United States is the largest plywood market and is projected to account for sales of over 21 million cubic meters by 2009, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific region is the second largest plywood market in the world and accounted for about 18.5 million cubic meters for 2006. South Africa is the fastest growing plywood market in the world and is anticipated to register a CAGR of more than 5.3% during the ten-year analysis period.

The report titled "Plywood: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., explores key market trends across both global and regional level, product overview, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. Factors impacting the market such as threat from substitutes and pricing trends are also reviewed .The study analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, South Africa, and Rest of World.

Key players dominating the global plywood market include Ainsworth Lumber, Boise Cascade, Eksons Corp., Georgia-Pacific, Greenply Industries, International Paper Company, SEIHOKU Group, and Weyerhaeuser Company.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1558.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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New Alternative to Plastic Caps and Plugs Introduced -- Universal "Conduit Covers" Solution Reduces the Cost of Preventing Open Line Contamination

Moore Industries has launched a unique new product that functions like a universal cap and plug to quickly and easily cover the open ends of all types of hoses, pipes, lines, fittings, and connectors to prevent contamination ingression. Applicable for a variety of industries, the Conduit Cover substantially reduces labor and material expenses by eliminating the time and cost associated with storing, managing, and sizing current protection devices such as plastic caps, plugs or tape.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Moore Industries has launched a unique new product that functions like a universal cap and plug to quickly and easily cover the open ends of all types of hoses, pipes, lines, fittings, and connectors to prevent contamination ingression. Applicable for a variety of industries, the Conduit Cover substantially reduces labor and material expenses by eliminating the time and cost associated with storing, managing, and sizing current protection devices such as plastic caps, plugs or tape.

In contrast to traditional plastic caps and plugs which require an exact fit, Conduit Covers are inherently flexible and fit almost any size of opening. Based on a patented design, the products are heavy duty polyethylene bags with flexible tie straps that easily slip over the open-ends of hoses, lines, pipes, and other sensitive connectors when disconnected or removed from a machine component during the repair or rebuild stage. Users simply install one of the oil and solvent resistant bags over the end of a conduit, then tighten the tie strap securely around the neck.

Conduit Covers are currently offered in four- and six-inch wide versions. The protective covers come packaged in a distinctive slide-seal poly bag that eliminates the need to purchase and manage divider storage boxes. The slide seal packaging bag can be conveniently stored in a service truck, tote tray, or shop.

What customers have found particularly appealing about Conduit Covers is how quickly and easy they are to install. This allows them to reduce the amount of time it takes to properly protect open lines. Equally important, Conduit Covers recyclable products are environmentally friendly.

Furthermore, Conduit Covers can significantly extend the life of valuable machine components by reducing contamination-related wear. These protective covers also contain small amounts of residual oil or liquid that might remain in a hose or line after disassembly, thereby reducing the likelihood of ground contamination.

Moore Industries is already experiencing a growing demand for its Conduit Covers among leading construction equipment dealers and companies employing heavy equipment. Jim Champany, General Service Manager at Hawthorne Machinery, a San Diego Caterpillar dealer, states, "What a great idea! Conduit Covers enabled us to exceed our stringent contamination control requirements and goals. This is one of the best products we have for contamination control due to its ease of use."

Jim Pattschull, Equipment Superintendent for FST Sand and Gravel echoes that sentiment, "Conduit Covers save us considerable time by not having to size a plastic cap or plug to cover a line - just zip it and you're done. I've been doing this for 20 years; I haven't seen anything better or more efficient than these covers. I now just reach for a bag instead of a box full of miscellaneous caps and plugs."

Aside from construction equipment, Conduit Covers can be used on agricultural, aerospace, manufacturing and medical equipment. Moreover, they are an ideal solution for the short-term protection of open lines and electrical connectors in building construction.

Kerry Moore, founder and CEO of Moore Industries, is an experienced heavy equipment manager who spent several years perfecting the unique design of Conduit Covers. "I saw a great deal of time and money being wasted on construction projects while mechanics and other personnel searched for - or had to leave the site to get - the right-sized plastic cap or plug for open lines, connectors and pipes. I knew there had to be better way to handle these situations. I wanted a universal solution that makes economical sense. Our unique, protective covers now offer an easy answer to what was often a frustrating and time-consuming task."

Interested parties can request a free Conduit Covers sampler kit by calling the company's toll free number at 1-800-513-1618 or visiting their website, www.conduitcovers.com.

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Asia-Pacific offers Huge Potential for the US$ 5.7 Billion CCTV/Video Surveillance Equipment Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Increased government spending for security reasons, migration of vendors from analog security systems to digital video surveillance systems, growing prosperity in societies and installation of security systems by several organizations due to increasing concern for safety of the clients as well as the employees are the major factors driving the in video surveillance market. The global CCTV/video surveillance equipment market is likely to grow at a compounded annual rate of approximately 10%.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Security and safety are the key concerns for all the building owners, including residential and commercial, managers and brokers. Security systems industry is witnessing a steady growth, in a way that, commercial and residential buildings are significantly being upgraded and integrated with highly advanced security systems such as access control systems (retinal scan and fingerprint identification) digital cameras and digital recording security devices, thereby improving security and also simplifying the usage and improving the productivity of security team. CCTV cameras market represents the largest segment of the US$ 5.7 billion global CCTV/video surveillance equipment market, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Global CCTV recorders market is expected to reach US$ 1.6 billion by 2010. Asia-Pacific is emerging as a strong market for video surveillance equipment both in terms of usage and production. CTV/video surveillance equipment market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to be US$1.3 billion by 2010.

Major players in CCTV market include Bosch, Sony, GE, ADT Security Systems, Matsushita Electric (Panasonic), Honeywell and Siemens.

"CCTV/Video Surveillance Equipment: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. analyzes major product groups including cameras, recorders and monitors. The report provides an extensive review of market trends, drivers, players and competition. The report also offers profiles of leading players and presents recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, as well as other strategic industry activities. Detailed analysis is provided for major geographic markets including United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and rest of world.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1459.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Email press(at)StrategyR.com
Web Site http://www.StrategyR.com/

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BidClerk.com Reports Commercial Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Salt Lake City, UT Area

BidClerk's daily update of Utah construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Salt Lake City, UT area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

South Jordan, UT - Alta Ridge Assisted Living, 1928 W. 9800 S., 22,000-square-foot assisted living development, September 2007, $2.5 million. Project ID: 641531

Magna, UT - Checker Auto Parts, 7305 W. 3500 S., 7,000-square-foot automotive parts store, September 2007, $700,000. Project ID: 642283

Riverton, UT - Iceberg, 2,390-square-foot restaurant, September 2007, $300,000. Project ID: 498474

West Valley City, UT - Hunter 17, 19, 35 Ward Addition, 3745 S. 6400 W., 1,000-square-foot religious facility addition, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 642945

Salt Lake City, UT - 222 South Main, 222 S. Main St., 22-story office tower, September 2007, $60 million. Project ID: 543162

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Citrus Iberia Expand into the Property Market in Turkey with the Launch of Two New Offices in Antalya and Belek

Following the success during the past 6 years of their Spanish offices, Citrus Iberia kicked off 2007 by opening in the new property 'hotspot' of Turkey. Given that Turkey offers one of the few Mediterranean destinations where one can still buy reasonably priced property - and that they had the perfect sales manager in mind, they decided upon Antalya to open their new sales office in March of this year.

Antalya, Turkey (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Following the success during the past 6 years of their Spanish offices, Citrus Iberia kicked off 2007 by opening in the new property 'hotspot' of Turkey. Given that Turkey offers one of the few Mediterranean destinations where one can still buy reasonably priced property - and that they had the perfect sales manager in mind, they decided upon Antalya to open their new sales office in March of this year.

Property sales manager and Turkish citizen Recep Kose, who speaks fluent English (and is in fact a highly regarded official government translator), will be the 'eyes and heart in Turkey' - (a traditional Turkish saying) for all their clients, not only whilst they are looking to buy property in Turkey, but also during their many years of ownership and possibly beyond. Such is the unrivalled reputation for hospitality and friendliness of the Turkish people, once having made a friend, he is a friend for life.

Recep is very professional in his approach to dealing with estate agents and developers and will only introduce his clients to those who have proved honest, reliable and have untarnished reputations within the property business. The Turkish culture is very different from European, and it is always advisable to purchase through agents who are aware of these differences and understand the law thoroughly.

Citrus Iberia offer a complete, professional and personal service to those looking to buy property in Turkey, using a local and experienced team of sales representatives who have the knowledge to present sound advice on buying property and give an excellent after sales service.

Having made the decision to buy a property in Turkey, it is important to visit. Browsing the internet is all very well, but it will never give a true feel for a property or its location. Clients will need to view properties and visit various locations to see which is the most suitable for their requirements. Viewing trips to enable prospective purchasers to get a full tour of various areas and a little 'inside knowledge' of Turkey and its customs which can only be provided by locals. On a viewing trip, clients will be met at the airport and taken to a hotel or rental property which will provide a 'base' for 3 nights and four days. Each day will involve being shown property within the areas and budget of choice, as well as be taken to local attractions and the best restaurants that Turkey has to offer.

At the end of July a second office will be opening in Belek, which following a mixture of private and public investment over the past twenty years, has turned a sleepy village into a major tourist destination and property hotspot. Belek is located between Antalya and Side, and offers thirty top class hotels along its 16km of beaches as well as being known as the 'golf capital' of Turkey.

There is a vast choice of property in Turkey in many different areas and to suit all budgets and requirements, and Citrus Iberia's aim is to keep each client 100% satisfied with what properties are shown to them. Our range of property for sale in Turkey covers the main 14 regions on the Mediterranean and Agean coasts: Antalya - Altinkum - Alanya - Belek - Bodrum - Dalaman - Didim - Fethiye - Finike - Kas & Kalkan - Kemer - Kusadasi - Marmaris and Side, so whether preferences are for skiing, sunbathing, water sports, golf or visiting architectural sites of bygone ages, there is something to suit all tastes.

Good capital appreciation, fabulous natural resources and beaches, and a booming tourist industry - indications show that buying property in Turkey is an excellent option for those looking for a holiday home, or an investment property.

Citrus Iberia - Property Turkey
http://www.hotpropertyturkey.net

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July 23, 2007

Countrywide Home Loans Launches It's Your Choice Mortgage Campaign

National survey illustrates homeowners' desire for complete, transparent mortgage and home loan cost options.

Calabasas, CA (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Countrywide Home Loans today unveiled a broad national initiative designed to educate mortgage consumers about the fact that they have many options available to them regarding how certain costs are paid when refinancing or obtaining a home loan, no matter which mortgage lender they choose.

Today Countrywide is arming its more than 9,000 loan officers and mortgage sales force with new and improved tools, such as specialized mortgage cost calculators, that will allow them to thoroughly and transparently show customers cost-effective choices for structuring their home loan packages.

To understand how strongly consumers feel about the issue of choice versus a one-size-fits-all mortgage, Countrywide commissioned a national survey of more than 2,280 homeowners. The results show that the majority of respondents (76%) strongly agreed that they wanted to be informed by mortgage lenders about as many closing cost choices as possible in order to arrive at a decision best suited to their individual circumstances. Other findings include:

Of those surveyed, 69 percent strongly agreed that they are more likely to trust a mortgage lender who is open and honest about the many options available to them given their individual situation.
When U.S. homeowners were asked their level of agreement with the notion that the way in which closing costs are paid should be tailored to the individual based on the borrower's unique set of circumstances: 87 percent strongly agreed or somewhat agreed.
Nine out of 10 U.S. homeowners agree that there is really no such thing as a mortgage without fees.
Three of five U.S. homeowners (61%) indicated strong agreement with the idea that "one size fits all" mortgages aren't necessarily the best option for everyone.

"People clearly understand that there will be costs when they finance a home," said Dan Hanson, managing director of Countrywide. "Home buyers look to us for information, so we've decided to recommit ourselves to educating people about the cost options that work best for their unique situations. By presenting our customers with a menu of options, they can make an informed choice that's right for them now and into the future. And, the best choice in the long run isn't necessarily the one with the least out-of-pocket costs, but rather the one that brings the best total value over the life of the loan."

According to Hanson, one size most definitely doesn't fit all. The right home loan choice can be radically different from one buyer to the next. For example, a young couple with a growing family has tremendously different financial circumstances than a couple buying a home for retirement. As part of the It's Your Choice campaign, Countrywide will advise customers about their mortgage cost options, including choices such as...

No money needed for closing costs:
A mortgage lender can pay your closing costs. In this scenario, the lender does not require cash from the borrower to pay fees at the closing table. Instead, the home buyer obtains a loan with a slightly higher interest rate. It can be a smart move for buyers who have little money set aside or who plan to be in a home for a short time because their savings in closing costs can often more than offset their increased interest expense.

Reap the rewards of lower interest when you pay closing costs upfront:
Buyers who pay loan costs at closing are rewarded with a lower interest rate on their mortgage. A customer who is planning on staying in their home for more than a few years may see the benefit of selecting to pay the costs at closing and having a lower interest rate to help them save over the long term.

Minimize your mortgage interest rate:
Some homeowners may benefit from paying loan discount points to lower their interest rate. By paying loan discount points, buyers can "buy down" their mortgage interest rate, a particularly attractive option if the buyer intends to retain the mortgage for more than five years.

Mix it up:
A combination of a first mortgage and a second mortgage is yet another choice. This option allows many homeowners to avoid private mortgage insurance and enables them to pay down the second mortgage separately. If the second mortgage is a home equity line of credit, borrowers may reuse the available credit in their line as they pay it down.

No monthly mortgage insurance payments:
In most instances, private mortgage insurance is required when a borrower is unable to make a down payment of 20 percent or more. There are different types of mortgage insurance available to borrowers. A borrower may accept a slightly higher interest rate or pay additional points at closing to avoid paying monthly premiums. All of these options may have some tax advantages, so borrowers are encouraged to consult their tax advisor to learn if they qualify for a tax deduction and the different rules that apply to purchase and refinance transactions.

These are just a few of the many scenarios that can suit a homebuyer's very unique situation. "Some of these options can be combined to make the final result a thoroughly customized solution, a far cry from the one-size-fits-all approach," said Hanson.

As with any financial decision, home buyers and owners should carefully evaluate their options and fully understand the advantages and disadvantages before making a choice.

"Our new It's Your Choice initiative further distinguishes Countrywide when it comes to home loans," said Hanson. "People know they have choices, so our job is to make sure we put them all on the table and share our 37 years of home loan expertise with the customers who trust us every day."

About the Survey Methodology:
This survey was conducted online by Harris Interactive on behalf of Countrywide Home Loans among 3,435 adults (aged 18 years and older) within the United States between June 13 and 15, 2007, among whom 2,280 were homeowners. Figures for region, age within gender, education, household income and race/ethnicity were weighted where necessary to bring them into line with their actual proportions in the population. Propensity score weighting was also used to adjust for respondents' propensity to be online.

With a pure probability sample of 3,435 one could say with a ninety-five percent probability that the overall results have a sampling error of +/- 3 percentage points. Sampling error for subsamples is higher and varies. However that does not take other sources of error into account. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no theoretical sampling error can be calculated.

Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., a member of the Countrywide® family - America's #1 home loan lender - (as ranked for 2006 by Inside Mortgage Finance, Feb. 2, 2007, Copyright 2007), originates, purchases, securitizes, sells and services home loans and is the primary subsidiary of Countrywide Financial Corporation (NYSE: CFC). Countrywide Financial Corporation, through its subsidiaries, provides mortgage banking and diversified financial services in domestic and international markets. Founded in 1969 and a member of the S&P 500 and Fortune 500, Countrywide Financial Corporation is headquartered in Calabasas, California and its family of companies has a workforce of more than 50,000 in over 900 offices across the country. http://www.countrywide.com

About Harris Interactive
Harris Interactive is the 12th largest and fastest-growing market research firm in the world. The company provides innovative research, insights and strategic advice to help its clients make more confident decisions which lead to measurable and enduring improvements in performance. Harris Interactive is widely known for The Harris Poll, one of the longest running, independent opinion polls and for pioneering online market research methods. The company has built what it believes to be the world's largest panel of survey respondents, the Harris Poll Online.

Harris Interactive serves clients worldwide through its United States, Europe and Asia offices, its wholly-owned subsidiaries Novatris in France and MediaTransfer AG in Germany, and through a global network of independent market research firms. More information about Harris Interactive may be obtained at www.harrisinteractive.com.

To become a member of the Harris Poll Online and be invited to participate in online surveys, register at www.harrispollonline.com.

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Slide-Lok of Lake County Becomes Second Master Dealership in Florida

Slide-Lok adds a second Master Dealer in the State of Florida. Slide-Lok of Lake County strengthens Slide-Lok's position as leader in the garage cabinets, garage floor coatings, and home storage markets.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Slide-Lok's North American Master Dealer network continues to grow as Slide-Lok of Lake County joins Slide-Lok of Orlando as the second Master Dealership in the state of Florida. Slide-Lok of Lake County will nicely complement Slide-Lok of Orlando in servicing the bustling interior region of the state of Florida.

Slide-Lok of Lake County will serve the ever-growing area north and east of Orlando that includes Lake and Marion Counties. Gary Dupuis, owner of Slide-Lok of Lake County comments, "The dealer and marketing support Slide-Lok gives is second to none. I feel I have a product that is far superior to anything my competitors can offer, and I have the support to make my presence known in this area." Slide-Lok of Lake County will provide consumers with Slide-Lok's durable plywood garage cabinets, revolutionary new garage floor coatings product, and Slide-Lok's recently introduced modular closet line. An important segment of Gary's business will be new home construction in the booming areas of Lake and Marion Counties.

Brian Strayer, president of Slide-Lok stated, "We are very excited to further extend our Master Dealer network in Florida. Florida is a state that is always growing, and we feel that with our dealer network, we will continue to capture the lion's share of the garage cabinets and garage interiors industry in the Sunshine State." Slide-Lok of Lake County joins the strongest and most extensive garage cabinet, garage interiors, and home organization dealer network in North America.

For more information on Slide-Lok garage cabinets, garage floor coating systems, garage storage and their patented, innovative design advantages, contact Slide-Lok of Lake County at 352-326-3303 or www.Slide-LokofLakeCounty.com or 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 flooring system, featuring FLEXMAR Coatings, LLC polymer extended polyaspartic polyurea garage floor coatings feature a 1 day all weather 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 Headquarters
Jason W. Jantzen, 800-835-1759

Media Contact:
Aric Zion, 480-751-1007 (x108)
Zion & Zion
www.zionandzion.com

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Plastics Processing Machinery Market to Cross $16.5 Billion by 2009, According to New Report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

The global plastics processing machinery market is projected to cross US$16.5 billion by 2009, at a CAGR of over 3.8%. Increased activities in construction, automobile, and consumer markets in developing nations continue to fuel demand for sophisticated plastics processing machinery.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Global plastics processing machinery market remains strong with developing nations registering robust market gains. Growing demand for plastics in traditional and novel markets is also expected to foster machinery sales. Manufacturers based in United States, Europe, and Asia mainly dominates the industry. Competitive factors that determine player dominance include technological superiority, price, customer service, and performance. With plastics processing industry experiencing an increasing shift of manufacturing facilities to Eastern Europe and Asian countries, the production landscape is expected to change significantly in the years to come. Asia-Pacific is the largest and the fastest growing plastics processing machinery market. The region is projected to reach US$5.9 billion by the year 2009, at a CAGR of about 6% during the ten-year analysis period. China, with burgeoning demand for plastics, is the leading market for plastics manufacturing machines. The country still presents an immense opportunity for high technology state-of-the-art machinery manufacturers. Russia, India, and Brazil comprise the potential growth markets.

Injection molding market is expected to continue to be the largest segment in terms of sales with advancements in technology, enhancing flexibility and efficiency in production. The segment is anticipated to cross US$8.6 billion by 2009, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Growing demand for injection molding machinery is attributed to high growth opportunities in applications such as packaging, motor vehicle, consumer, electronics, electrical, and other sectors. Extrusion machinery market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 4.2% during the analysis period and cross US$3.4 billion by the year 2010.

Construction products, automotive parts, and packaging are the three major application areas for plastics. The usage of plastics products in construction and automotive sector is expected to be immense, with construction and automotive activities taking place in developing nations. The other potential growth sectors include electronics, information technology, and health sector. Plastics processors across Japan and United States are opting for electric injection molding machinery. Electric injection molding machinery uses 30-50% less electricity than hydraulic injection molding machinery and offers faster production cycles with high precision.

The report titled "Plastics Processing Machinery: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a review of market trends, factors influencing the market, major producing and exporting nations, product technology drivers, product overview, competition, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World by the following product segments -- Injection Molding Machines, Blow Molding Machines, Extrusion Machines, Thermoforming Machines, and Other Plastics Processing Machines.

Key players dominating the global plastics processing machinery market include Alpha Marathon Technologies, Berstorff ZE, Brampton Engineering, Davis-Standard, Demag Plastics Group, Donghua Machinery, Fanuc, Film-Blowing Queen Queens Machinery, Fu Chun Shin Machinery Manufacture, G.N. Plastics Company, Graham Engineering, Husky Injection Molding Systems, Intype Enterprise, Italtech, Japan Steel Works, Macro Engineering & Technology, Mannesmann Plastics Machinery, Milacron, Ninbo Haitian Group, Nissei ASB Machine, Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Sumitomo Plastics Machinery, and Toshiba Machine

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1439.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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U.S. Department of Interior to Host Forum for Asian Investors, Eyes Expanded Asian investment in U.S. Territories in the Pacific

The U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) will conduct the Secretary of the Interior's 4th Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands October 8-9, 2007 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Guam. The purpose of the conference is to make businesses aware of the special opportunities for trade and investment that exist in Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Republic of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Approximately 300 business executives from Asia are expected to attend.

Tumon, Guam (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- The U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) announced that it is hosting a business conference with the objective of highlighting trade, investment, and partnership opportunities in three U.S. territories and three independent nations in free association with the U.S. in the Pacific.

The conference, the Secretary of the Interior's 4th Conference on Business Opportunities in the Islands, is expected to attract approximately 300 executives from North and Southeast Asia, including Japan, China, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the Philippines, as well as businesses from the mainland United States and across the U.S.-affiliated insular areas. Last year's conference in Honolulu attracted over 700 participants; a similar level of participation is expected at this year's Conference. Its principal objective, according to organizers at the Department of the Interior, is to make businesses aware of the special opportunities for trade and investment that exist in Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Republic of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Conference participants will benefit from networking events with executives and key decision-makers from the islands, the United States, and the Asia-Pacific region, and will soon be able to pre-register for one-on-one meetings with other Conference participants, according to a DOI statement.

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Insular Affairs David Cohen will visit the Philippines and Japan next month to promote the conference and its objective of increased trade and investment between companies in the region and U.S. territories and affiliated nations in the Pacific.

Cohen advises the Secretary of the Interior on operational and administrative matters involving four U.S. territories and three nations in "free association" with the United States of America. His office manages a budget of over US$400 million per year, much of it direct assistance to the seven U.S.-affiliated insular areas. He holds an MBA from the Wharton School and a Juris doctor degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.

The conference will take place October 8 - 9 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Guam. Participation is open to all, and registration is available online at www.islandbusinessopportunities.com.

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Confer$ave, Inc. Launches Affordable Automated Conference Call Service

Confer$ave understands your needs and their impact upon the success of your business. Our audio and web conferencing programs will help reduce travel and meeting costs and increase overall employee productivity.

Wayne, NJ (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Confer$ave is proud to announce the launch of its new website, www.confersave.com. Confer$ave Conference Call Services evolved from its predecessor, RCI Conference Call Services. For over a decade, RCI, a specialized conferencing company, saved their clients millions of dollars on their daily audio and web-conference meetings. RCI also provided customer service that was second to none. Its loyal national customer base was the envy of the industry, so much so, that it was acquired by an international public company.

Confer$ave's management is committed to providing the same high level of personal service and customer satisfaction that it has done for the past decade with RCI and has assembled many of the same staff members that bring with them years of experience in the conferencing industry.
ConferSave, sensing a need for straight-forward, easy to use, conference services is filling the void left by RCI. According to Chuck Seergy, CEO of Confer$ave, "Confer$ave Conference Call Services will be a customer's last stop in their search for affordable services. We do not require a monthly commitment to insure our high quality, low toll free per minute price for automated conferencing as many of our competitors do. And…when our customer gets their bill, there are no set-up fees, maintenance fees or additional 'filler' charges. They will only be charged for the minutes they use."

Confer$ave understands customer needs and their impact upon the success of your business. Our audio and web conferencing programs will help reduce travel and meeting costs and increase overall employee productivity.

We offers the latest in digital communications technology for conference calls from 3 to 3,000 participants and have developed our services to meet our customers needs and to help them meet the challenges in this fast-paced business environment. Confer$ave Conference Call Services allows you to reach the people you want...anytime...anywhere.

Confer$ave is an affiliate of CMS Data Services. CMS Data Services provides clients with the most trusted brands of storage media, backup tapes and imaging products at below market prices. As a value added service, CMS Data Services also offers cutting edge Data Center Maintenance solutions such as Data Tape Eradication, Data Tape Buy Back Program, Sub-Floor Cleaning, Airflow assessments, Remote Access Monitoring, to name just a few..

Confer$ave Conference Call Services, 1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, New Jersey 07470
877-444-8535; Fax: 973-694-3148; www.confersave.com

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Omaha, NE, Area

BidClerk's daily update of Nebraska construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Omaha, NE, area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Omaha, NE -- US Cellular / Omaha, 4710 S. 24th St., 2,303-square-foot retail store, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 642881

Omaha, NE -- The Salvation Army Omaha Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, S 27th Street and Y Street, 125,000-square-foot community center, September 2007, $30 million. Project ID: 573647

Omaha, NE -- Little Caesar's Pizza / Omaha, 2925 Avenue K, 1,800-square-foot pizza place, September 2007, $200,000. Project ID: 642977

Omaha, NE -- Dollar Tree #3685 / Omaha, 9,900-square-foot tenant improvement, September 2007, $500,000. Project ID: 628877

Omaha, NE -- Alegent Health - Bergan Mercy Medical Center Expansion, 7500 Mercy Road, medical facility expansion, August 2007, $107.2 million. Project ID: 637465

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in-depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Need Genuine GE Appliance Parts? RepairClinic.com Now Offers Free Online Repair Help and Parts for GE Appliances

Leading appliance repair website helps thousands of people every day with GE appliance parts, diagnostics tips and free DIY instructions

Canton, Mich. (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- GE is justifiably proud of its catchy "we bring good things to life" TV commercials. But like all things mechanical, GE refrigerators, cook-tops, stoves, microwave ovens, dishwashers, washers and dryers will eventually need maintenance or repair. Most owners will pick up the phone and book an appointment with an appliance repairman. However, many broken appliances can be fixed by anyone -- even someone with no experience with appliance repair.

Fred T. of Watervliet, New York, recently managed to repair his GE dishwasher and washing machine. "I never had any interest in computers, but when I became disabled, I really wanted something to do around the house," says Fred. "Once I got a computer, it didn't take me long to get hooked. My first shopping experience was a clothes purchase. Now, I've discovered that home repair is just a mouse click away."

red first discovered RepairClinic.com after the family's dishwasher stopped working. "The push-button for the rinse fluid was broken," explains Fred. He went online to see if he could locate a genuine GE appliance part and found RepairClinic.com. He found what he needed and made the repair himself. Soon after, his washing machine stopped working again. "The agitator wouldn't operate," said Fred. "Again, I fired up my computer and checked out RepairClinic.com." By using the RepairGuru and looking at the online schematics, he learned that a couple of gears had broken, so he ordered new GE appliance parts from RepairClinic.com.

refrigerator," he says. "That was easy enough to order and replace. Now, just a couple of weeks ago the refrigerator went on the fritz. But with RepairClinic.com's perfect diagrams, I was able to determine that it was the freezer fan motor because of the chirping noise."

Consumers can save time and money with appliance repair DIY

Even if it's not obvious what's wrong with the appliance, or which GE appliance part is needed, RepairGuru, the company's online automated expert, can diagnose the problem. Consumers simply enter the symptoms online and the RepairGuru determines what needs fixing, which parts are required, and provides all the instructions needed to do the repair. With RepairClinic.com, homeowners can repair their appliances quickly and inexpensively, with no need to wait for a technician.

"Nowadays, there are many appliance problems that can be fixed by consumers, and we can provide the free online advice and genuine GE appliance parts they need to do the job," says Chris Hall, a former appliance technician himself and a founder of RepairClinic.com.

"I bet I've saved hundreds of dollars -- $250 alone to diagnose and repair my GE refrigerator," says Fred. "RepairClinic.com is such a great website. Diagnosis is simple, parts arrive quickly and the price is right. If you like to tinker, RepairClinic.com is the place to go."

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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Regional Housing Experts Serve Up Shocking View of the U.S. Housing Market

Housing experts around the country share their views on local and national housing markets in a series of exclusive interviews. Topics include everything from home prices, sales, and new construction to foreclosures, mortgage lending, and proposed government bailouts.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- eFinanceDirectory.com (http://efinancedirectory.com), a news hub for real estate and mortgage markets, recently published a series of exclusive interviews conducted with various housing experts around the nation. (http://efinancedirectory.com/article_directory/Housing_Expert_Interviews.html)

Each regional expert candidly answered multiple questions about both local and national real estate markets, foreclosures, home sales, mortgage lending, Fed rate changes, and much more. The existence of a U.S. housing bubble and the pressure it has placed on individual markets was also a common topic, and nearly everyone had a different view.

One thing that almost every interviewee could agree on, however, is that the country is currently in the midst of a market correction that is likely to cause home prices to drop dramatically.

Excerpt from Interview with Schahrzad Berkland (CaliforniaHousingForecast.com):
"Prices will fall in half. We'll go back to 1999 prices. It could be worse. Don't be surprised by my statement. Let's just look at what happened in the 1980s and 1990's downturns. It's easy enough to look up at the County Recorder Office, or on the MLS, but neither the County Recorder, nor the realtors, wants to advertise the ugly truth: CA has 15 year housing cycles and prices fall 30 percent to 50 percent in a downturn." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/State_of_the_Housing_Market%3A_Update_from_Schahrzad_Berkland.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Mike Shedlock (Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis):
"It took Japan 18 years to hit bottom. I suspect it will take at least 5 to 7 here and 5 is very optimistic. It could easily take 10 years or more. My best guess is 7 but it all depends on what the Fed does to fight it. Prices will decline most in the bubble areas: California, Florida, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Boston. Some of the rust belt states where masses of jobs were lost will also get hit hard."
(http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/Housing_Bubble_Analysis%3A_Interview_with_Global_Economic_Trend_Analysis_%28Mish%29.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Patrick Killelea (Patrick.net):
"I think it's safe to say that asking prices will keep falling until they get back in line with historical norms, probably 5 years or more. I agree with Scharzad Berkland that a 50 percent fall is entirely within reason, but it seems that 40 percent is more likely since inflation will hide some of the loss." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/The_San_Francisco_Bay_Area_Bubble%3A_Interview_with_Patrick_Killelea_%28Patrick.net%29.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Rich Toscano (Professor Piggington's Econo-Almanac for the Landed Poor):
"Assuming that prices decline slowly, that inflation isn't too high, and that there's no government bailout, San Diego prices would have to fall at least 25% to get remotely back in line with fundamentals. They could fall less if inflation raged or the government intervened. They could also fall more if lenders really tightened, rates went up, or the market followed its historical pattern of going from being overpriced to underpriced (not just fairly priced)." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/Future_of_the_Southern_California_Housing_Market%3A_Interview_with_Rich_Toscano.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Mark Gregg (Texas Housing Bubble Blog):
"I think a 5 percent decrease across the state [Texas is quite possible with some areas experiencing a decrease closer to 10 percent. These numbers could go even higher depending on how much migration is derailed due to the crash in other parts of the country." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/Texas_Housing_Market%3A_Interview_with_Texas_Housing_Bubble_Blog.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Warren Brussee (The Second Great Depression):
"Homes would have to drop an additional 25% to be back at the expected value of homes based on their historical 2.3% yearly increase. And, since homes were being built to satisfy the increased demand of the last few years, there are too many homes for the reduced number of qualified buyers that will be standing after the crash. This makes it likely that homes will fall even MORE than 25%." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/The_Second_Great_Depression%3A_Interview_with_Author_Warren_Brussee.html)

Excerpt from Interview with Chicago Bubble Blog:
"In the Chicago area as a whole, I think 10-15% would be a fair adjustment over the next 3-5 years. I think it will be a protracted adjustment with the bottom being sometime early next decade and a period of flat growth for another 3-5 years after that. We might not see any real growth in the area again until 2015-2020." (http://efinancedirectory.com/articles/Chicago%27s_Housing_Crash%3A_Interview_with_ChicagoBubbleBlog.html)

About eFinanceDirecory.com:

eFinanceDirectory.com is an online news hub dedicated to providing reliable information about real estate, mortgage financing, and property investment. The company currently focuses on publishing unbiased daily news stories that relate to the U.S. housing market.

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Penetron Joins the Urban Lifestyle at The Smith -- Brooklyn, NY

Not just another pretty building with a brick exterior fascia - the entire perimeter cavity space of The Smith is protected on the interior with Penetron crystalline concrete waterproofing, creating a full perimeter, protective envelope for the entire building.

East Setauket, NY (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Located on Smith Street in Brooklyn, NY and fittingly named "The Smith", this 13-story mixed use building is being developed by Boymelgreen. The project consists of 62,000-square-feet of residential space located on floors 5 through 13 featuring 50 residential units, 60,000 square feet of hotel, retail, office, and community space located on the lower four floors and a 34,000-square-foot underground parking garage.

The hip, sophisticated vision of celebrated designer Nick Dine of Dine Murphy Wood infuses The Smith's 50 residences with an easy elegance that sets the standard for modern luxury. The casually chic environments created by Mr. Dine are amplified by over nine-foot ceilings and oversized windows that offer incredible views of New York's cityscape.

"This building reflects the spirit of its surroundings and provides the ideal setting for a contemporary, urban lifestyle." Not just another pretty building with a brick exterior fascia, the entire perimeter cavity space is protected on the interior with Penetron, creating a full perimeter, protective envelope for the entire building.

"Penetron is happy to note that its crystalline concrete waterproofing products are being successfully used in all sectors of the construction industry," stated Christopher Chen, Director of North American Sales and Marketing for ICS Penetron International Ltd. "Long considered a staple in more aggressive applications in the industrial market, Penetron concrete waterproofing products are proving themselves as assets in both smaller commercial applications and residential projects by offering superior levels of protection to Owners and time and labor savings to contractors."

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John Querry Joins One of North Georgia's Top Commercial Fencing Companies

First Fence of Georgia adds commercial fencing industry professional with 25 years of large project experience.

Kennesaw, GA (PRWEB) July 22, 2007 -- First Fence of Georgia (1stfence.com), North Georgia and Metro Atlanta's leading residential and commercial fencing company, announced today that John Querry has joined the company as a commercial fencing estimator. He joins the First Fence commercial project team of Eddie Miller, Tom Jeffrey and Lee Tuck.

Querry has 25 years of fence industry experience and has worked on a vast number of commercial fencing projects during his career. His extensive list of fencing projects include work in the educational, high-density residential, sports, correctional, and industrial sectors. He specializes in large commercial projects including turn-key projects utilizing iron, commercial-grade chain link, guard rail, access control, entry gates and masonry components.

"Adding John to our team of commercial fencing professionals provides us with a great opportunity to expand our commercial presence," says J.C. Ordono, president of First Fence of Georgia. "Commercial fencing projects require fast, accurate bid response along with top quality installation and project management. Our unsurpassed level of service in the commercial marketplace is further enhanced by having John join our company. We are proud to have this seasoned professional on our team."
About North Georgia's Top Commercial Fencing Company: First Fence of Georgia

Located just north of metro Atlanta in Kennesaw, Georgia, First Fence of Georgia is a leading residential and commercial fencing company specializing in wood, PVC, 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.

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Concealed Gutters Confound Coastal Conditions at New Training School Building at Glan Clwyd Hospital

Coastal environments challenge the toughest construction materials. Salt laden air, high and gusting winds, extremes of temperature were all taken into account by architects TACP in their design for the North Wales Clinical Training School at Glan Clwyd Hospital. Concealed gutters, fascias, truly curved verges and rainwater downpipes from architectural fabrication specialist Guttermaster were specified to overcome the extreme coastal conditions. Made in aluminium, the rainwater system will naturally resist the weather and require little maintenance other than periodic cleaning.

Rochdale, UK (PRWEB) July 22, 2007 -- Coastal environments challenge the toughest construction materials. Salt laden air, high and gusting winds, extremes of temperature were all taken into account by architects TACP in their design for the North Wales Clinical Training School at Glan Clwyd Hospital. Concealed gutters, fascias, truly curved verges and rainwater downpipes from architectural fabrication specialist Guttermaster were specified to overcome the extreme coastal conditions. Made in aluminium, the rainwater system will naturally resist the weather and require little maintenance other than periodic cleaning.

The new building is a striking architectural design and is part of an initiative to improve medical school recruitment and graduate retention in Wales. It houses dedicated lecture theatres, classrooms, tutorial suites and support facilities.

Architect, Steve Taylor of TACP explained, "The area around the Glan Clwyd Hospital site is predominantly limestone, so dark finished building materials are not acceptable. It was also essential to use materials with natural resilience against the harsh elements and which had low maintenance characteristics. The Guttermaster rainwater products and fascias meet this need and are complimented by a raised seam aluminium roof and Kingspan insulated panels on the walls."

Guttermaster managing director Mike McKee added, "For decorative reasons, the external surfaces of the downpipes, gutters and fascias are finished in long-life polyester powder coat, but the inner faces are uncoated and therefore exposed to the salt laden air, rainfall and moisture. Aluminium has extreme weather resistance because on exposure to air it acquires a thin oxide layer. This protects the metal from further attack, even in extreme locations such as Glan Clwyd. Aluminium oxide is so tough and resilient that it is commonly used in grinding wheels and cutting tools."

The material also meets needs for sustainability. Because of its long life and low maintenance, the embedded energy used in its production is written off over many years. Even when buildings are redeveloped, aluminium remains a high-value material that is 100 percent recyclable. The aluminium used at Glan Clwyd is made from recycled material produced using only five percent of the energy required for the production of virgin material from ore.

Guttermaster produce standard rainwater products in both traditional and modern designs, in addition to bespoke architectural aluminium fabrications. All design and manufacturing processes are subject to meticulous quality assurance procedures. The company works closely with architects, contractors and their clients to provide attractive and durable roof drainage and perimeter design profiles.

The Guttermaster products were installed by roofing specialist Ervyk UK and the main contractor was Wynne Construction. The North Wales Clinical Training School is a partnership between NHS Trusts in North Wales, the University of Wales in Bangor, North East Wales Institute of Higher Education and Cardiff University. The branch of the North Wales Clinical School at Glan Clwyd Hospital is hosted, and was established as part of a larger capital project, by the Conwy & Denbighshire NHS Trust.

More Information
Mike McKee, Tel. +44 (0)1706 869550 Fax. +44 (0)1706 869551
Web: www.guttermaster.co.uk
Guttermaster Ltd, Shawclough Trading Estate, Shawclough Road, Rochdale, OL12 6ND, UK

High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/gu234/4295gu1a.htm

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New Construction Strategies Radio Network Inks Deal with CFO On The Go to Develop Financial Management Channel for Construction Contractors

Contractor Dollars and Sense program to focus on financial strategies for increasing contractor profits.

Ormond Beach, FL (PRWEB) July 21, 2007 -- Today, the New Construction Strategies Radio Network, a joint venture of Garrison Associates and Jackstreet Media, announced a deal with construction accounting firm CFO On The Go to develop a new radio program called "Contractor Dollars and Sense." The program is aimed at construction general contractors, sub contractors, specialty contractors and will focus on financial strategies for increasing profits. Co-hosted by Dennis Feidner and Ted Garrison, each segment will explore the financial strategies of some of the industry's most profitable construction contractors. The program will deliver real world insights into how contractors can increase cash flows, increase profit margins, improve processes, reduce financial exposure and leverage the latest financial management tools. Co hosted by Dennis Feidner and Ted Garrison, the program will be streamed on the New Construction Strategies Radio Network and available 24/7 via podcast.

"Accounting is not a four letter word," said Dennis Feidner CEO of CFO On The Go. "Accounting and financial management is really the back bone of the most profitable contracting firms and is the key to making the kind of sound business decisions that allows any contractor to successfully grow their company. We are thrilled to be able to host a program on this subject," said Feidner. Raising contractor awareness about the process of identifying the most profitable construction opportunities and how to manage their cash flows over the course of a project is one of the primary goals of the program. "In a industry where profit margins are typically paper thin, the contractor who knows all the tricks of managing the numbers has an overwhelming advantage over all of those contractors who don't," said Ted Garrison co-host of the program. "This program will give contractors a competitive edge," said Garrison.

About CFO On The Go

CFO on the go is a team of construction/contracting accounting professionals dedicated to helping contracting companies improve their businesses through the implementation of improved processes and tools. The company combines over 30 years of accounting experience with mid to large construction companies with revenues between $25-150 million annually.

Through the company's combined professional experience, the CFO On The Go team is familiar with the requirements of all types of general, sub and specialty contractors. CFO On The Go specializes in streamlining the selection and implementation of a new software/hardware applications for accounting, estimating, job costing, and field reporting, as well as general financial management.

The privately held firm is based in Temecula California.

About New Construction Radio Network

The New Construction Strategies Radio Network brings together leading thinkers in business and construction to discuss the critical issues facing the construction industry from a 360° perspective. The programming focuses on uncovering the best insights, best practices and latest construction strategies. The program is available on demand, 24/7 at www.newconstructionstrategies.com and is Nanocasted on a distributed network of Construction related sites. A new segment is added every week and visitors to the site may subscribe to the program to get full access to the complete archive of programming. Emmy winning broadcaster Errol Smith produces new Construction Strategies. The business model for the program was developed by Jackstreet Media and the program is distributed on The Affiliate Nanocasting Network using Really Targeted Syndication (RTS) ™ Contractor Dollar and Sense is sponsored by CFO On The Go.

For more information, go to www.newconstructionstrategies.com. For information on syndication go to www.theann.com, or contact Ted Garrison at 800-861-0874.

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Homebuilders Begin Construction at Banning Lewis Ranch

Capital Pacific, Classic, John Laing and Todays have model home construction under way at Banning Lewis Ranch in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO (PRWEB) July 21, 2007 -- With a community grand opening just months away, the four home builders at Banning Lewis Ranch are well under way with the construction of 20 model homes in Northtree, the inaugural village at Banning Lewis Ranch. The Northtree Grand Opening is slated for this fall.

"This is truly an exciting time," said Hadi Makarechian, Chief Executive Officer of Banning Lewis Ranch Management Company. "It's been nearly six years since we bought the Ranch, and now, after years of planning and engineering, you can finally see this community starting to come to life."

Builders at Northtree will be presenting fully landscaped and furnished model complexes with new architecture and model homes for all plans. They are also building first phases of production homes so that shortly after the model openings, homes will be available for move in.

"Northtree will feel different from day one," said John Cassiani, Vice President of Project Operations for Banning Lewis Ranch Management Company. "These builders will be revealing fresh new plans with an emphasis on neighborhood crafting. At least half of the homes in Northtree will have front porches to provide for a friendly, connected community."

Northtree, in the northwest portion of the property, is approximately 321 acres, and will have just over 1,000 homes at buildout. Most of Northtree will offer new homes in Colorado Springs that are only a block or two away from a series of internal trails called "pasillos." The idea is to foster a strong connection between the residents and their community, where their children who attend Banning Lewis Ranch Academy can walk or bike to school, where they can walk or bike to their neighbors and the village amenities through the pasillos, meandering tree-lined sidewalks and open spaces.

When Northtree opens, the Northtree Ranch House community and welcome center, swimming pool, parks and adventure play areas are planned to be open and available for use. The community vision taking shape is of an exciting, multifaceted environment filled with a wide variety of new homes. The newest planning principles - including native landscaping, open space conservation, and organizing neighborhoods around parks, schools and community centers - are being implemented to make today's Banning Lewis Ranch an asset to the city.

The Northtree Grand Opening is scheduled for fall, with home prices expected to start in the low $200,000s. To join the interest list and stay informed about these new homes in Colorado Springs and the latest developments at the Ranch, visit BanningLewisRanch.com today.

The approximately 21,000-acre Banning Lewis Ranch is being planned and developed by the Banning Lewis Ranch Management Company and has offices in Colorado Springs and Newport Beach, California. The management team consists of a group of seasoned professionals with years of experience in the planning and management of master-planned communities. Their goal is to use this experience to create a community that honors this area's history, natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle. Banning Lewis Ranch is bounded by Woodmen Road to the north, Fontaine Boulevard to the south, Meridian Road to the east, and Marksheffel to the west. The Ranch was annexed in 1988 with a master plan providing for a balanced mix of homes, commercial, industrial and office space, with supporting retail, recreation and institutional land uses. Development will be market-driven with roadways, utilities and other needed infrastructure built as development occurs.

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Invention Support Announces a Great New Invention to Improve Vehicular Safety Known as the "RFID Alarm

Invention Support has signed a strategic alliance with Arthur Horn, the inventor of the new device known as the "RFID Alarm", to offer support for this great new invention and to proudly introduce it into the general automotive market

(PRWEB) July 21, 2007 -- Invention Support has signed a strategic alliance with Arthur Horn, the inventor of the new device known as the "RFID Alarm", to offer support for this great new invention and to proudly introduce it into the general automotive market.

The basic idea behind the RFID Alarm is to make it safer to work in an environment where cars and trucks are operating and where pedestrians or parking attendants may be in danger of being run over by a vehicle. The invention incorporates a box that is mounted on the back of a truck or other vehicle and which has dimensions roughly 2 inches thick and 5 X 7 face. An ID tag is also used that is worn on the person working in the area. It has a Radio Frequency Identification or "RFID" inside the tag. The tag would not be noticeable as it is only about the size of a nickel. Transmitters located on trucks or other vehicles signal the person when they are too close or in danger of being hit. The ID tag can also be located in danger areas where hoist trucks operate such as a rough floor, drop offs, low doors, or in high traffic areas where people cross. The alarms then warn people of the danger of being hit and help to avoid terrible accidents which might otherwise never have happened.

It's no secret an auto plant can be a dangerous place to work, especially if safety rules are not followed or don't even exist. The exposures to accidents are extremely high in parking lots. If those individuals had parked in public facilities or on the street, the coverage would have been somewhat limited, but private lots are not protected by sovereign immunity. The owners are responsible for acts of negligence that occur on the premises. The question for the courts to determine is whether the owner of the lot is negligent. That is for another column; for now we'll just agree that because courts have ruled both ways the owner must be sure liability coverage is available should a lawsuit occur.

Whenever a large number of people on foot and in cars come together, the mixture can be serious. Add to that mixture some impatience and minds on shopping lists, and it can become tragic. How does the owner of the parking lot enter into this equation? With proper loss prevention measures such as security cameras, proper lighting, appropriate traffic control and lane markings and appropriate security guard service, it is hoped that they will never have to learn.

Recent mandates from retailers and the Department of Defense concerning RFID technology are boosting projections for the RFID market. Research firm Venture Development Corp. (VDC), Natick, Mass., has revised its estimates for the global RFID market. VDC now predicts the market for RFID software and systems will have a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37%. The original estimate, published in 2002, was a CAGR of 21%.

The RFID Alarm is a timely and legitimate solution to a serious problem. It will make the workplace a safer environment through a solution that many consumers would welcome and which would likely bring in a great market success. In terms of the potential for this product, the market is extremely fertile. With these new considerations in mind, it is likely that the "RFID Alarm" will soon become a more popular tool around the world. For further information on this great new invention, contact "Jake Way" at info@inventionsupport.com. And ask about the great new invention known as the "RFID Alarm".

Invention Support
Info(at)inventionsupport.com

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First United Door Technologies Introduces Embossed Carriage Doors

First United Door Technologies introduces a new steel carriage-house door for the price conscience consumer who understands a garage door's impact on the curb appeal of their home.

Phoenix (PRWEB) July 21, 2007 -- First United Door Technologies introduces a new steel carriage-house door. A door designed to provide a lasting impression. SteeLite™ is an alternative design for the price conscience consumer who understands a garage door's impact on the curb appeal of their home. Four unique designs are available that are sure to delight the most discriminating homeowner.

What makes the SteeLite™ Carriage Door so different from other embossed carriage doors? First United Door Technologies takes pride in its workmanship and manufacturing components.

The sections are manufactured from 23-gauge steel, the heaviest gauged steel carriage door available!
It's "Hi-Def". The embossments are recessed and beaded creating a much higher degree of resolution than any other garage door.
The 28-inch steel panel provides the true look and appearance of an old style carriage door.
Vertical and horizontal beaded panels in 8" and 20" widths.
Exclusive lifetime warranty.
Optional designer window treatments and decorative hardware.

In the past, architects and builders have been limited when designing and specifying a high-definition door. This is another excellent example of First United Door Technologies' innovative approach to supplying the building community.

First United Door Technologies, founded in 2000, owns and operates its main offices and manufacturing facility in Tempe, Arizona. The company offers a wide range product line of residential and commercial garage doors. They were the first garage door manufacturer to pioneer the Steel Carriage Door (Steelhouse®) nearly seven years ago. Innovation and forward-thinking ideas are the cornerstones of the company, which have prompted numerous patents, with several more pending. Understanding the needs of builders, architects, designers, developers and homeowners, our product is all about curb appeal, quality and diversity within the communities they build, design and live.

For More Information Contact:

Earl Rivard, V.P. Marketing
1st United Door Technologies
7255 South Kyrene, Tempe, AZ 85283
Tel: (480) 705-6632
Toll free: (866) 366-7636
Fax: (480) 705-8497
E-mail: marketing(@)firstudt.com
Web site: http://www.firstudt.com

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PMC Homes Founder Named Life Director of National Association of Home Builders

Steve Harris, founder and owner of PMC Homes in Bixby, Okla., has been designated as a Life Director of the National Association of Home Builders at the Association's Spring Board of Directors Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Tulsa, Okla. (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- Steve Harris, founder and owner of PMC Homes in Bixby, Okla., has been designated as a Life Director of the National Association of Home Builders at the spring Board of Directors meeting in Washington, D.C. Harris has been an active member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa for 17 years, serving as president of the local organization in 1999, and as director at the national and local levels.

Life Directors are elected by the NAHB Board of Directors, and have permanent voting privileges on the board. Harris was recommended by the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, after serving 10 years as a voting director and attending at least two national board meetings per year.

The Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa is a group of more than 1,000 businesses that provide a variety of services for the residential building or remodeling industry. Professional members must meet a number of stringent requirements, including customer and professional references, insurance certification, and adherence to a strict code of ethics.

"I am honored to receive this distinction and be among an elite group of respected colleagues," said Harris. "Over the years, my involvement in the Home Builders Association has helped me to enhance PMC's top-of-the-line homes and service. With this appointment, I look forward to playing an active role in continuing the forward progress of the home building industry in Tulsa and across the country."

Harris currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, and has been recognized by the Association as a former Builder of the Year and Spirit Award Winner, two of the Tulsa HBA's highest honors. A graduate of Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Okla., he and his wife Norma reside in Tulsa and have three grown children.

This year, PMC Homes celebrates 20 years of building high-quality homes in the Tulsa area. PMC offers high-quality homes in three divisions: Bungalows by PMC, starting in the $120,000s; Cottages by PMC, starting in the $160,000s; and PMC Homes, starting in the $200,000s. PMC Homes is a 100 percent Energy Star home builder, meaning every home built meets the Energy Star guidelines for an energy-efficient home.

For more information, call 918-366-4144 or visit PMCHomes.com.

About
PMC Homes is Tulsa's premier new home builder. They have been building home owners' dreams for twenty years, 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.

Press release writing and promotion by Xeal Inc.

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Staying on Top -- PrecisionCraft Log Homes Latest Log & Timber Home Design Creates the Ultimate Indoor-Outdoor Experience Every Month

Each month, those who want to bask in the best of majestic, eco-sensitive living will find the best of log home designs available at PrecisionCraft.com's new online Log Home Solution Center, where aspiring retirement home, vacation home and luxury mountain homeowners won't miss the forest and the trees.

(PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- Ready to make your getaway to a pristine log or timber home retreat? It won't cost you a penny to immerse yourself in the latest in world class log home design from Mountain Architects, the log and timber home industry leaders.

Each month, those who want to bask in the best of majestic, eco-sensitive living will find the best of log home designs available at PrecisionCraft.com's new online Log Home Solution Center, where aspiring retirement home, vacation home and luxury mountain homeowners won't miss the forest and the trees.

This month's unique French Country design, the Hickory Falls, features a hipped roof design, a custom timber frame truss at the entryway, and an impressive use of different materials. The latest design from the team at PrecisionCraft and Mountain Architects illustrates how a combination of materials - log, timber, stucco, stone, and glass can come together and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

This design is also unique in its layout. The Hickory Falls' floor plan features:

Beautiful courtyard adjacent to the home's entryway and living area
Second floor balcony in the rear of the home
Impressive studio space above the garage
Master suite with outdoor fireplace
Large mud room/laundry room

When designing custom homes - especially log & timber hybrid homes, it is essential to recruit an experienced architect; a designer who has an in-depth understanding of the properties and behaviors of log and timber connections. It is also important to have unlimited, direct access to your designer throughout the entire design process --- from idea to the final home.

Each month, the team at Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft work to create a plan that reflects architectural styling elements that are new, unique, or simply inspirational. Recognizing that design is the first and most important step in bringing clients' visions to life, PrecisionCraft's monthly designs give clients the perfect place to find what elements and styles best describe their own unique lifestyles and visions.

You will find PrecisionCraft's exclusive log home designs and timber frame home designs, like the Hickory Falls, nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Cascades, the Klamath Mountains, the Rocky Mountains and the Appalachians. Although PrecisionCraft is based in Idaho, you will find their log homes throughout the United States - from California to North Carolina, PrecisionCraft's Total Home Solution™ makes the way.

To sign up to receive the new monthly designs, please register at www.PrecisionCraft.com. For more information on designing custom log homes and timber frame homes, please visit PrecisionCraft and Mountain Architects:

www.precisioncraft.com
www.mtnarchitects-loghomes.com

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America's Largest Residential Green Building Conference Returns To San Francisco

West Coast Green, America's largest residential green building conference, today announced plans for its 2007 event, which will include more speakers, exhibitors and interactive learning spaces for its expected 12,000+ attendees.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- West Coast Green, America's largest residential green building conference, today announced plans for its 2007 event, which will include more speakers, exhibitors and interactive learning spaces for its expected 12,000+ attendees.

West Coast Green surprised the nation in 2006 by attracting 9,000 professionals and homeowners from all 50 states and 14 nations to its three-day inaugural event. Scheduled for September 20-22 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, West Coast Green 2007 will host presentations delivered by over 250 political leaders, industry analysts, green building experts and national celebrities. The list includes some of the building trades' most sought after experts including Sarah Susanka, Michelle Kaufmann, Bob Berkebile, Cameron Sinclair, David Eisenberg, Tom Paladino, Eric Corey Freed, Ed Mazria and many others.

September 20-21: Professional Trade Conference

With homebuilding leveling out across the nation, tens of thousands of traditional home building professionals are now exploring the only significant area of growth in the residential market: green building. To serve this diverse audience, the first two days' of West Coast Green's program stretches beyond typical workshop and presentation settings to inspire supportive collaboration and meaningful dialogue amongst building professionals.

Educational tracks include:

Construction
Design
Energy
Government & Policy
Health
Human Element
Landscape
Planning & Development
Purpose, Passion & Profit
Remodeling
Green Technology
Visioning
Water

September 22: Professional Trade Conference + Homeowner Day

Also celebrated for its unique "Homeowner Day", when the conference opens its doors on the third and final day to the general public, West Coast Green will host community leaders and visionaries, such as San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, Hollywood actor Ed Begly Jr., environmental/civil rights leader Van Jones and many others. Homeowners looking to design and build a new, energy-efficient green home, or those looking to upgrade the efficiency of their existing homes, will benefit from walking the tradeshow floor, abounding with hundreds of products and services to build, remodel, power, insulate, clean, furnish and finance their green homes.

"The general mood of West Coast Green is a call for paradigm shifts," said Katie Kurtz of worldchanging.com in an editorial about West Coast Green. "The current environmental movement is now framed as a consumerist's movement."

Green Home on Display

To boost public awareness about green building and facilitate that paradigm shift, West Coast Green has partnered with Extreme Green Homes and Sunset Magazine to construct a high-performance green home in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza in front of City Hall and the Bill Graham Civic Center where West Coast Green is held. Designed by Michelle Kaufmann, the mkLotus ™ home is built utilizing off-site modular technology and promises to feature the most advanced green technology and sustainable materials available on the market.

Interactive Spaces and the Human Element

West Coast Green 2007 will offer 8-12 large-venue interactive spaces designed to nourish ideas and encourage group dialogue, like the Action Hub, Conversation Café, Google's SketchUp Room and others. Those visiting the "Futures Room" will be inspired by new green technologies and urban initiatives which lie just over the horizon. Participants interested in engaging future generations will be invited to take their seats in an off-the-grid middle school classroom where high-tech Activboard lessons, synced with student computing platforms, are made possible by a "kid-driven" bicycle-powered generator. For attendees who need a rest from all of the activity, West Coast Green offers a Nap Room (with dimmed lights and tea service) and an Internet Café.

"I expected a typical tradeshow. What I got was a 3-day sensory thrill." said Ruth Altcheck, Senior Editor at Domino Magazine who attended West Coast Green 2006.

West Coast Green 2007 is sponsored by PG&E, Google, Sunset Magazine, Terra Mai, Sun Light & Power, Build It Green, the City of San Francisco, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Green Building Council and many others.

What: West Coast Green 2007
Where: Bill Graham Auditorium, San Francisco, CA
When: Thursday-Saturday, September 20-22, 2007
Register: westcoastgreen.com or (800) 724-4880

Contact:
Ian Bryan
828-242-1868

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Conservatory Outlet Ltd Launches Conservatory TV

Conservatory Outlet Ltd, a UK manufacturer of uPVC conservatories, windows and doors has launched the first dedicated conservatory video website, Conservatory TV.

(PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- Conservatory Outlet Ltd, a UK manufacturer of uPVC conservatories, windows and doors has launched the first dedicated conservatory video website Conservatory TV.

Conservatory TV has been designed to give consumers as much information as possible about purchasing conservatories, and by creating a number of conservatory videos we believe conservatories come to life online.

Matthew Glover, the Managing Director of Conservatory Outlet explains, "We believe that with the internet expanding at a phenomenal rate, and with broadband now being mainstream, consumers are going to want to see more than just text and photographs of conservatories. We want to be the first to shoot a large volume of conservatories in video format, and have it available for viewing on Conservatory TV."

The website contains videos showing how conservatories are built, conservatory showrooms, conservatory security and videos about the parts of a conservatory.

It is believed that Conservatory Outlet is the only conservatory manufacturer in the UK with its own video department. Andrew Bean, the editor of the website, commented, "We've got big ideas for this website - with some great videos being created right now, so keep your eye on ConservatoryTV."

Conservatory Outlet has a sister company West Yorkshire Windows which installs conservatories, windows and doors in the West Yorkshire area. Many of the videos are being shot at West Yorkshire Windows and at the houses of their customers.

The hope is that in the long term Conservatory TV becomes a full TV channel showcasing the whole conservatory industry.

For more information visit http://www.conservatorytv.com/

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BidClerk.com Reports Commercial Construction Projects up for Bid in Louisville, KY Area

BidClerk's daily update of Kentucky construction projects coming up for bids and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Louisville, KY area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Louisville, KY - Wesley House Redevelopment, 803 E. Washington St., 25-unit residential conversion, September 2007, $3 million. Project ID: 493823

Louisville, KY - Dollar Tree, 10,000-square-foot retail, September 2007, $500,000. Project ID: 640025

Louisville, KY - Inverness Condominiums, 966 Cherokee Road, seven-unit condominium development, September 2007, $800,000. Project ID: 640042

Louisville, KY - Rite Aid, 600 W. Main St., 14,564-square-foot national chain retail store, September 2007, $1 million. Project ID: 587259

Louisville, KY - Eastpoint Business Center, 1800 Eastpoint Pkwy., 100,000-square-foot office, August 2007, $15 million. Project ID: 622457

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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All New Scalable, Mid-Range Leica GPS900 RTK System Features Power, Flexibility, & Speed to Drive One-Person Survey Operations

Leica Geosystems introduces a feature-rich, glonass-enabled system uniquely equipped with upgradeability to future satellite positioning systems.

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- The Leica GPS900 family of products from Leica Geosystems are now available with even greater satellite tracking abilities, advanced color displays, and at an exceptionally affordable price. The heart of the GPS900 family includes the ATX900 GG GLONASS antenna with Leica Geosystems’ proven GNSS technology, and the RX900c WindowsCE® color controller with removable CF memory card. Together as a fully scalable mid-range solution, the GPS900 RTK system is ideal for a wide range of jobs including foundation and drainage work, alignment stakeout, instant volume calculations, topographic and as-built surveys.

The Leica GPS900 rover offers a choice of controllers, including the Leica RX900 with internal memory and now the new Leica RX900c that features a one-quarter VGA color display with outstanding clarity and a removable CF-card for easy data transfer.

The new Leica ATX900 GG is a 72-channel GNSS antenna with outstanding satellite tracking characteristics- even to low altitude satellites and in adverse conditions. Compatible with both the Leica RX900 and Leica RX900c, the new ATX900 GG provides fast acquisition and Leica Geosystems’ patented SmartCheck technology increasing the overall reliability and performance of GPS900, particularly in demanding situations.

Carl Singleton, product marketing manager for Leica Geosystems, emphasizes, “In terms of versatility, speed and functionality, this is a powerhouse system, all packaged in an easily transportable, rugged case. GPS900 is the only mid-range RTK GPS system out there that offers upgradeability to future satellite positioning systems, such as Galileo, as they become more operational. Aligned with Leica’s SmartCheck+ and SmartTrack+ technologies, we’re able to deliver one of the world’s best performing GPS systems.”

Call your local Leica Geosystems Distributor and check out the all new Leica GPS900 with GLONASS.

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.

Leica Geosystems Inc.
Andre Ribeiro
Director of Marketing
Leica Geosystems Inc.
Atlanta, GA 30092
United States
Phone: + (770) 326-9557
E-mail: andre.ribeiro(at)leicaus.com
Web Site: www.leica-geosystems.us

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Torcon Selected as Construction Manager for $100 Million, 308,000 sq ft Geisinger Health System Expansion Project

Torcon, Inc. was recently awarded the construction management contract for Geisinger Medical Center's Hospital for Advanced Medicine.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- Torcon, Inc., one of nation's largest construction management firms, was recently awarded the construction management contract for Geisinger Medical Center's Hospital for Advanced Medicine, a $100,000,000, 308,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art medical building that will adjoin the Geisinger Health System Medical Center in Danville, PA. Geisinger Health System is a leading, fully-integrated healthcare provider, and serves more than 2.5 million residents throughout Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania.

The nine story Hospital for Advanced Medicine will house the following additions:
• 50,000-square-feet of diagnostic and laboratory space
• 32,000-square-foot surgical suite
• Several floors of patient rooms
• 60 Acuity acceptable patient beds
• Imaging expansion
• Non-invasive and interventional cardiology
• Cardiology Clinic
• Cardiothoracic vascular clinics and labs
• Food service

"We're building the hospital of tomorrow," said Lynn Miller, Chief Administrative Officer of Geisinger Medical Center. "(It will be) far and away the most technologically advanced and innovative facility in central Pennsylvania."

The new Hospital for Advanced Medicine is also being designed to be LEED certified. The LEED Green Building Rating System is administered by the US Green Building Council and aims to improve occupant well-being and environmental performance. Geisinger's new facility will also participate in the Green Guide for Health Care pilot program, a guide for healthy, sustainable building design, construction, and operation in the healthcare industry.

"At Torcon, we take great pride in our steadfast commitment to quality construction and safety, and we couldn't be more pleased to once again work with an organization that shares the same vision," said Torcon Co-President, Ben Torcivia, Jr. "Once completed, the Hospital for Advanced Medicine will be a symbol that directly represents the Geisinger Health System's dedication to providing the highest quality healthcare to its surrounding communities."

Groundbreaking for construction took take place on June 21st, 2007, with expected completion of construction by the spring of 2010.

About Torcon:
Torcon is a privately-held construction firm headquartered in Red Bank, NJ, with full-service operations offices in Philadelphia, PA and Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Torcon provides construction management and general contracting services to leading corporations and private institutions. Founded in 1965, Torcon is one of the most active construction management firms in the Mid-Atlantic states, as well as one of Puerto Rico's leading pharmaceutical construction specialists, having completed more than $4 billion of aggregate construction work over the past decade. Torcon is ranked among the nation's 30 largest at-risk CMs according to Engineering News-Record, the industry's leading publication.

For more information on Torcon, Inc., visit their website at www.torcon.com.

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Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton is ranked as a Top 6 Bankruptcy Firm in Florida in the 2007 Chambers USA Client's Guide

John Kozyak, Charles Throckmorton and Corali Lopez-Castro lead Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton's bankruptcy law department to Band 1 status in Chambers USA 2007

Miami, FL (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- The Chambers 2007 Client's Guide ranked Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton as a top 6 bankruptcy/restructuring law firm in Florida. One source said "This is the firm that first comes to mind when asked about first-class work in the Florida Bankruptcy Bar." Chambers pointed to its "unbeatable track record in complex reorganization and litigation matters, exceptional consistency and rapport with the bench." Recent cases include eight Chapter 11 petitions related to an offshore gambling ship operation based in the Port of Palm Beach, and the representation of a forensic accountant and bankruptcy trustee in a $10 million fraudulent conveyance action.

Chambers ranked John Kozyak and Charles Throckmorton in the top 13 Florida bankruptcy & restructuring lawyers. About KT&T's attorneys, Chambers wrote: "John Kozyak exceeds all expectations when it comes to his thorough handling of matters and his deep knowledge. Clients also praise his extraordinary empathy and connection with all the parties involved, including the judges'."

Besides focusing on the full range of insolvency matters including individuals with debt issues, creditors, trustees, receivers and other individuals liquidating insolvent companies and estates, Charles Throckmorton chairs the firm's dispute resolution department. Chambers notes that Charles is "exceptionally strong in technical details" and has a "no nonsense approach to solving problems."

Corali Lopez-Castro "continues to impress the market with her growing visibility, particularly in liquidation matters in the state court. According to observers, 'she has a pleasant blend of being a firm fighter and deal-maker and at the same time looking to get the business solution.'" Corali is bilingual and is making a mark with the Florida Hispanic business community.

Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton is an AV Rated law firm located in Miami, Florida. The 20 lawyer firm handles complex commercial litigation and corporate bankruptcies. It represents clients in contract, tort, securities fraud, professional malpractice, intellectual property, unfair competition, employment disputes, antitrust matters, and class action litigation and defense. It represents corporate debtors, individual debtors, bankruptcy committees, indentured trustees, special servicers of securitized loans, secured creditors, unsecured creditors, bankruptcy trustees, bankruptcy receivers, assignment for benefit of creditors, landlords, tenants, shareholder, and asset purchasers.

For more information about Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton please visit the website http://www.kttlaw.com/ or call (305)372-1800.

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Spine3D and Alonzo Mourning Charities Unveil a Vision of a New Community Center for At-Risk Youth

Alonzo Mourning Charities and Spine3D, architectural rendering and animation studio, collaborate for a good cause. Their Youth Center vision is one of the highlights of this year's Zo's Summer Groove.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- Alonzo Mourning Charities (AMC) recently selected Spine3D, leading architectural rendering and animation studio, to generate a vision of a new Youth Center for at-risk children. The project was unveiled Saturday during the Publix Zo's Summer Groove benefit dinner at the Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Miami.

Mourning who founded AMC, presented Spine3D's renderings and animation to local residents and celebrities during a poignant speech in which he outlined plans for building the facility in the near future. Spine3D who shares Mourning's commitment to the community has volunteered much of their time and resources on this project.

"We are very proud to work with Alonzo Mourning Charities on this Youth Center and we believe that giving back is an essential part of being a good South Florida business" says Damir Sinovcic who managed the collaboration.

Spine3D is no stranger to civic involvement and philanthropy. In the past, they organized an urban design competition called the Miami Monument, sponsored an AIA tour of the Miami River, participated in the Adopt a Classroom program, and have repeatedly donated funds to St. Jude Children's Hospital. One of their next contributions is a grant to the FIU School of Architecture that will investigate a future development project in Havana, Cuba.

"Though our company handles many national and international contracts, we are rooted in South Florida and are proud to be active members of this community" remarked Eduardo Leon, Spine3D CEO. "We recognize the value and impact of projects like the AMC Youth Center and are happy to lend a hand," added Sinovcic.

You can view the project animation in the news section on the Spine3D home page www.spine3d.com. For more information on the Alonzo Mourning Youth Center and Spine3D, contact Damir Sinovcic at (305) 436-2246.

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Las Vegas Attorney Aaron Lovaas Appointed to Significant ABA Committee Chairmanship

Lovaas takes the reigns of the Young Lawyer Forum's Solo and Small Firm Committee of the Business Law Section of the ABA at the Association's Annual Meeting in San Francisco this August.

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) July 20, 2007 -- The American Bar Association comprises the largest association of attorneys in the world and is organized in a system of substantive Sections, Divisions and underlying Committees. At the American Bar Association's 2007 Annual Meeting in San Francisco in August, attorney Aaron Lovaas, a principal in the Las Vegas law firm of Shimon & Lovaas, A Professional Corporation, will be named Chair of the Solo and Small Firm Committee of the ABA's Section of Business Law's Young Lawyer Forum. The Committee's primary goals are to address, through programming and peer support, the needs of the solo practitioner and small law firm, from a young lawyer's perspective, within the business law community and Business Law Section of the ABA. While Lovaas' work in the Young Lawyer Forum is a function of the Forum's age criteria (under 40), Lovaas has been practicing law in Nevada for over a decade. He concentrates his practice in the area of business-related litigation.

In addition to assuming the position as Chair of the Committee, Lovaas will also moderate a panel discussion at the Annual Meeting focused on client development within the solo and small firm environment. An audience of nearly 100 lawyers from around the nation is anticipated for that panel discussion. Lovaas has the distinction of being the moderator for the first such program ever sponsored and facilitated by the Young Lawyer Forum at an Annual Meeting of the ABA.

"Obviously, I am honored and excited about assuming the chairmanship of this committee," remarks Lovaas, "but I am equally excited to play such a significant role in the programming available for so many lawyers attending the ABA Annual Meeting. This presents the opportunity not only to share valuable educational material with those who attend the program, but also incidentally the law firm of Shimon & Lovaas as well as the fine quality of lawyers found throughout the Las Vegas area."

Through his work as the Chair of the Committee over the next year, Lovaas will interact with all manner of lawyers throughout the country, and internationally, on all manner of topics relevant to business law and the solo and small firm practitioner.

About Aaron Lovaas:
Aaron Lovaas is a Las Vegas native, having earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in 1992. Lovaas obtained his Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from the Seattle University School of Law in 1995, followed by his Master's in Business Administration from UNLV in 2002. Lovaas was admitted to practice before the state and federal courts of Nevada in 1995 and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in 2000. Lovaas received his Diploma in Trial Advocacy Skills from the National Institute for Trial Advocacy in 2002 and practices primarily in the areas of business related litigation, including representation of lenders, construction companies and contractors, and business owners. For more information, visit http://www.shimon-lovaas.com

Aaron D. Lovaas
(702) 388-1011
aaron @ shimon-lovaas.com

Shimon & Lovaas, A Professional Corporation
3016 W. Charleston Blvd., Ste. 210
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 388-1011
http://www.shimon-lovaas.com

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Australia's Glamorous Gold Coast Real Estate Still Has A Village Heart

Australia's Gold Coast has a village heart. Real Estate redevelopment on Chevron Island, adjacent to Surfers Paradise, is creating a vibrant bustling local community of funky shops and fresh cafes. Prime real estate on Chevron Island is tightly held and 237 Stanhill Drive is fine example of the new development breathing new life into this centrally located village.

Gold Coast, Australia (PRWEB) July 19, 2007 -- A boost in the number of Sydney and Melbourne baby boomer buyers heading north to Queensland to retire is driving a prestige property boom on the Gold Coast, especially in the Surfers Paradise precinct.

The centrally located village haven Chevron Island has recorded a flurry of multi-million dollar sales in the past year, many of them settled by southern buyers looking for chic, open-planned homes using the best natural finishes.

A Central location on Australia's Gold Coast and livability seem to be the keys - the best properties are invariably situated on the banks of the Nerang River framing Surfers Paradise, and enjoying combined water and city views with the contemporary open plan style homes.

Dozens of the best sites have already been snapped up, and older houses are being demolished, to make way for stylish new residences with modern architectural flair.

According to Gold Coast Real Estate sales agent Martin Toomey, most of these new properties are tightly held, so when one comes onto the market, it deserves special attention.

"That's why we believe 273 Stanhill Drive stands alone in the market as the best example of Chevron Island's stunning urban renewal process," says Mr Toomey.

"It's not just a brand new home; it's a fashionable, functional waterfront masterpiece that's recently won a prestigious Design Award. The quality furnishings by leading designer's can be best described as fun and relaxed, totally befitting the home's timeless design and magnificent waterfront position.

"It's also a sign of bigger and better things to come for Chevron Island, which now has so much more to offer residents - there's a bustling local village of funky shops and fresh cafes. It's more like Oxford Street in Sydney, but it's all easy walking distance from Surfers" he says.

The owner of 273 Stanhill Drive, Stephen Kirkham, had a clear idea of the type of home he wanted to build - and spared no expense in achieving his dream.

"I could have built two duplexes, sold them, and made more money - but I saw that the Chevron Island area was changing. There's a new generation of residents driving a growing need for quality freestanding homes on Chevron." says Mr Kirkham.

"The home is a timeless creation, with clean modern lines and finishes - but it still exudes warmth because of the extensive use of timber and terrazite floors, giving it more of a comfortable modern feel," he says.

Mr Kirkham says Chevron Island is an emerging 'hot spot', with prices set to skyrocket.

"The key is Chevron's location - you can't get much more central on the Gold Coast, yet you don't even need to leave the island to enjoy a vibrant café lifestyle.

"It's all happening on Chevron; you're close to the business hubs of Surfers and Southport, so greater demand for homes nearby is inevitable. I think Chevron Island is certainly going to be an area that leaps ahead in value in coming years."

Two other properties on Stanhill Drive have sold for well over two million dollars in the past year, evidence that the Chevron Island market is quickly catching up to its considerably more expensive waterfront neighbours on Isle of Capri and Paradise Waters - where homes regularly sell for over five million dollars.

Martin Toomey believes the home represents excellent value for money, especially given Chevron's status as a 'hot spot'.

"It's a really stunning property, beautifully built and with amazing water views. I think it's the best buy on Chevron Island across all price brackets; it's the jewel in Chevron's crown," says Mr Toomey.

Gold Coast Real Estate sales agent Martin Toomey and property owner Steve Kirkham are available for further interview; please contact Martin Toomey on +61 433 164 40 or visit our Gold Coast Real Estate News Section

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MetoKote, Industry Leader in Protective Coating Applications, Announces New Vice President

MetoKote Corporation, Inc., the industry leader in protective coating applications services, including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating and liquid paint, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Pettibone to Vice President of Engineering.

Lima, Ohio (PRWEB) July 19, 2007 -- MetoKote Corporation, Inc., the industry leader in protective coating applications services, including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating and liquid paint, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Pettibone to Vice President of Engineering.

Mr. Pettibone's responsibilities with MetoKote include research and development of coating system technologies, engineering, fabrication, and installation of coating systems, quality systems, purchasing, regulatory compliance and the global engineering function of MetoKote.

A native of Washington State, Mr. Pettibone earned his B.S. in Agricultural Engineering from Washington State University.

Prior to joining MetoKote, Mr. Pettibone spent seven years in engineering leadership positions in the consumer durable goods industry. He was responsible for the product design engineering of Maytag's consumer laundry products and, more recently, he served as Vice President of Engineering for Spectrum Brands, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin.

Mr. Pettibone also has significant experience in the development and manufacture of mobile industrial machinery. This included four years as Vice President of Product Development for NACCO Materials Handling Group, Portland, Oregon, and Quality Assurance experience from his time as the Director of Quality Assurance and Engineering for Clark Materials Handling Company, Lexington, Kentucky.

Earlier in his career, he worked for J.E. Love Company as a design and project engineer, where he developed several new specialty machines that are used in the agricultural and reforestation industries, and for Harsco Corporation, where he managed the development of armored, mobile, military systems.

MetoKote Corporation (http://www.metokote.com), headquartered in Lima, Ohio, is the industry leader in protective coating applications including electrocoating (e-coat), powder coating and liquid paint. The company serves over 1,000 customers in 40 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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Builders' and Cabinet Hardware Market in the United States to Reach US$ 9.4 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven by the upsurge in construction activity, the market for builders' and cabinet hardware in the United States is projected to reach US$ 9.4 billion by the year 2006. The rapidly aging American population is proving to be a lucrative market driver for user friendly, easily operable lever, locks, and door handles. Rising incomes, increased investment in new construction, repair and home improvement, and higher consumer appetite for aesthetically rich, and appealing architectural hardware for windows and doors, are all expected to offer ample opportunities for future growth, and sustenance.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 19, 2007 -- Builders' and cabinet hardware market in the United States is presently witnessing the refreshing influence of fashion and style trends. The trend towards coordinated hardware is expected to gather momentum as hardware products metamorphose into decorative accessories, which offer both tough performance functionalities, and ornamental value.

Traditional brass finished products are being eclipsed by the growing popularity of contemporary oil-rubbed bronze, powder coated rusts, coppers, blacks, satin nickels, and distressed brass finishes, among others. While colors, texture, style and design remain important, the basic functionality of safety and durability nevertheless continues to reign supreme. This thereby is leading to numerous technology innovations in the form of multipoint locking systems, electromechanical locks, and digital door locks, among others. With competition heating up, manufacturers are attempting to deflect the heat by offering value- added installation services bundled with the product.

The industry has come a long way from the year 1991 when market value for builders' and cabinet hardware was pegged at US$ 3.35 billion as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Today, builders' hardware market corners over 93% of the total market in the United States, with door locking devices ranking as the dominant product sub-segment in this market. Enthused by technology innovation, the door locking devices market is expected to be the fastest growing, mirroring the potential to wax at a CAGR of 5.4% over the analysis period of 2001 through 2010. Cabinet locks market, the fastest growing product category within the cabinet hardware market, is expected to rise by US$ 16.3 million between the period 2007 to 2010.

Leading players operating in the industry include Assa Abloy AB, Medeco, SARGENT Manufacturing Company, Black & Decker Corporation, Masco Corporation, DORMA GmbH & Co. KG, Hickory Hardware, Ingersoll-Rand Company Limited, Kaba Holding AG, Roto Frank AG, Laird Security Systems, Amesbury Group, Inc, Miwa Lock Co. Ltd, The Stanley Works, and Securistyle, among others.

The report titled "Builders' and Cabinet Hardware: A Global Strategic Business Report" by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of trends, market drivers, issues, and challenges prevalent in the global market. Richly annotated with authoritative, and unbiased commentaries, and hard-to-find statistical facts, the report provides unequivocal views on future potential while throwing light on the prevailing climate in key product segments in the United States. Product markets analyzed in the report include Builders' Hardware (Door Locking Devices, Door Hinges and Closers, and Window Hardware), Cabinet Hardware (Cabinet Locks, Cabinet Knobs, Pulls and Catches, and Cabinet Hinges). Latent demand patterns in the United States are quantified across all product markets. Also provided in the report is an enumeration of recent mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1144.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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Inpro/Seal Reports Record Sales and Reasons Why

Inpro/Seal attributes record sales of bearing isolators to zero energy consumption, product life cycle, same day shipping, product development, specially trained people.

Rock Island (PRWEB) July 19, 2007 -- At a time when many companies report declining sales figures and corporate reductions, Inpro/Seal Company reports that sales for the first half of 2007 were unquestionably the best in the their 30 year history.

The Rock Island manufacturer (and inventor) of bearing isolators also reports that advance orders, shipments and projections remain far ahead of expectations. The results follow on the heels of record sales in 2006, a production rate of 40,000 bearing isolators per month and a fast approaching milestone of their 3,000,000th bearing isolator.

Irrefutable Attributes Unique To Inpro/Seal
The company states that much of their success is related to attributes unique to the Inpro/Seal brand. These attributes have helped make Inpro/Seal become the largest supplier of bearing isolators in the world. In fact, today, most of the Fortune 500 companies in the process industries and over half of the world's industrial countries use Inpro/Seal products in critical maintenance roles.

These unique and irrefutable characteristics include: zero energy consumption; no cost same day shipping option; ongoing training of sales people and end users; an active R & E program backed by a laboratory that operates 24/7; ongoing investments in the future; industry leading warranty; only bearing isolator with a vapor blocking ring; documented 20 year life expectancy; widest product range; largest data bank of its kind; latest and best non-contacting labyrinth sealing technology and more. A performance based, "free" bearing isolator program will soon be available.

Zero Energy Consumption
According to David C. Orlowski, President and founder of Inpro/Seal Company, "When engaged with a rotating shaft, a contact seal, (lip seal or face seal) consumes, on average, 147 watts of power while operating. To show how significant this can be, if every bearing isolator that Inpro/Seal shipped in 2004 was used to replace an energy consuming lip seal, the energy savings alone would total in excess of thirty million dollars. Then, add to that the cost of downtime. Bearing isolators are non-contacting, never wear out and do not consume energy."

Our Schedule Is Your Schedule
Orlowski went on to say that, "Unscheduled downtime is expensive. In the process industries, downtime can run as high as $100,000 per hour. When it comes to vital parts or downtime, there are very few plants that can wait until next week. For this reason, we have maintained a No Extra Cost same day shipping option from day one, backed by a data bank over of 58,000 computer generated engineered designs".

According to Orlowski, "Sure, there are other people in the bearing isolator business and there are other kinds of bearing protection. The problem is that these are pretenders that offer life cycles measurable in months and may not even ship their products the same month, let alone the same day. Other bearing protection devices may or may not ship the same day, but with a finite life and a 100% failure rate, it simply does not make sense to lose time and money trying to make a cheap contacting type seal work".

People Business
Orlowski continued, "The cumulative efforts of our employees, including management, staff and distributors are key to the world class support, product development and enhancement that fuel our growth strategies. Our guideline is to promote from within, hire only the best possible people and maintain ongoing training in tribology, product application and process know-how. This also allows us to work with an educated customer. This is illustrated in the examples detailed below".

Better Than Same Day Shipping
Most of the time, same day shipment is satisfactory. However, due to a sense of urgency and costly downtime,
Inpro/Seal has been able to deliver bearing isolators in a matter of hours.

Take the recent breakdown at one of the worlds largest paper mills. Located in the southern U.S., the mill had a breakdown when the shaft of a fan pump broke. The large a large 8" x 10' shaft snapped, destroying everything attached to it. With the plant shut down, it was costing tens of thousands of dollars. While the pump was being repaired, Inpro/Seal received an urgent order at 7 a.m. By 10 a.m. their shop manager placed the newly manufactured seals on an airplane and by 4:30 in the afternoon, it was in their hands."

Another recent example happened when a Detroit based auto manufacturer had a line go down when a non-protected machine tool spindle failed. They knew about Inpro/Seal, but this plant had not ordered from them. They called Inpro/Seal first thing in the morning, faxed a print of the spindle and dispatched a corporate jet. While it was in the air, Inpro designed and manufactured exact fit bearing isolators and had them at the airport by the time the jet landed.

Investing In The Future
The Inpro/Seal facility in Rock Island, Illinois is the largest of its kind in the world devoted to the engineering, research, testing, marketing, sales and manufacture of bearing isolators. Their current facilities, expanded as part of a major investment just a few years ago, includes the latest in (CNC) lathes, metal turning machines, presses, mills, CAD/CAM, sophisticated testing equipment as well as extensive laboratory and R & E operations. With these investments, Inpro/Seal is soon poised to produce some 100,000 bearing isolators per month.

Product Enhancements From A Very Active R & E Program
The Inpro/Seal R & E program continues to engineer new products and enhancements to existing products that increase plant productivity with measurable bottom line results. These examples illustrate how active their R & E is:

Pumps - every process pump manufacturer offers standard product lines with bearing protection that helps end users attain the highest levels of reliability and energy efficiency.
IEEE Motors - essentially a NEMA Premium motor with bearing protection, that set the standard in reliability and efficiency.
Powder Shaft Seal - a growing number of shaft seals that provide a positive seal in applications were dry particulates, powders and bulk solids are handled, processed, packaged and stored. Breakdown is virtually eliminated.
Paper Machine Roll - the PMR Bearing Isolator, specially engineered for the size, speed, alignment and operating conditions of wet and dry ends of machine rolls makes it literally impossible to contaminate the bearings on paper machine rolls.
VBXX-MT™ Series Bearing Isolators - offers machine tool users protection from coolant, chips, humidity and heat, that can cause spindle malfunction and expensive, unscheduled downtime. The highest performance is assured with a patented reverse interface that avoids direct impingement of coolant and chips.
Belt Conveyor Idler/Roller Bearing Isolator - developed specifically for use in mining and bulk solid applications. Non-sparking design provides safe, permanent bearing protection. Recognized by the MSHA and assigned tag #AP2007-93304.
OM 32 Bearing Isolator - in oil mist applications, this is the only known method to permanently solve housekeeping issues and contain and keep stray mist from entering the environment.

About Inpro/Seal
Inpro/Seal Company is the originator and the world's number one manufacturer of bearing isolators, used to protect motor and pump bearings, machine tool spindles, turbines, fans, gear boxes, paper machine rolls and many other types of rotating equipment. Additional applications include the sealing, handling, processing, packing and storage of dry particulates, powders and bulk solids.

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

Signoff
For more information on Inpro/Seal Bearing Isolators, including "Introduction To Bearing Isolators", "Are Lip Seals Obsolete?" "Cost Justification Worksheet" and the name of the nearest trained distributor contact: Jason Putnam at: Inpro/Seal Company, P.O. Box 3940, Rock Island, Illinois 61204. Phone numbers are: (800) 447-0524 or (309) 787-4971. Fax number is: (309) 787-6114. Website: www.inpro-seal.com or www.bearingisolators.com

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Glass Fibers Market to Cross 7 Million Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Global market for Glass Fibers is projected to cross 7 million tons by 2010. Globally increased prospects in reinforced plastics for textile glass fibers continue to improve the demand for glass fibers. Further, technological and material improvements are expected to increase with growing applications for glass fibers.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 19, 2007 -- Fiberglass is largely used in construction industry for insulation and reinforcement purpose. Global glass fibers market is projected to reach 7.3 million tons by 2010. United States and Europe collectively account for more than 65% of the global demand. In Europe, Glass wool insulation, is projected to reach 919.9 thousand tons by 2010.

Construction comprises the largest end-use segment, accounting for more than 28% share. In United States, glass fiber insulation market is saturated in domestic segment, while the industrial segment still features bright prospects. Asia-Pacific, the fastest growing region, is projected to register a CAR of 10.85% over the analysis period. Textile glass fibers market in the region is estimated at 732.9 thousand tons for 2007. Asia-Pacific represents the fastest growing region due to on going infrastructural changes in developing economies including India and China. Compared to the US, Asia's per capita consumption of glass fiber is extremely low. Global demand in electrical and electronic equipment market is expected to reach 1.5 million tons by 2010.

Higher demand for textile fibers is expected to stem from extended application of reinforced plastics in construction and electrical and electronic goods industry. Globally, China represents the fastest growing market for glass fibers and has surpassed Japan to become the second largest market after United States. Increasing applications of textile glass fiber in reinforced plastics are mainly attributed to the growing demand for cost effective and high efficiency materials in electronic, electrical, and construction markets as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Demand for non-reinforced glass fiber applications such as filtration wand battery separators is mainly due to increased sales of cell phone applications.

Equipment transportation and appliance shipments are the other areas of growth for fiberglass insulation. The electrical and electronic equipment industry is the major potential market for glass fibers, particularly in the Asia-Pacific where growth is projected above the global average. Glass fiber mats due to their properties such as corrosion resistance, anti-aging performance, and dimensional stability, are being increasingly used as substrate in PVC plastic flooring, APP and SBS asphalt belts, FRP surfacing reinforcements, carpet file, for underground anti-corrosion pipes for gas and oil transmission, and wall covering.

Major Players in the Glass Fiber industry include Owens Corning, Saint-Gobain, PPG Industries, and Johns Manville Corporation. These players collectively account for more than 60% of the global market.

The report titled "Glass Fibers: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., analyzes current and future market prospects over the review period 2000-2010 by both product segment and end-use industries. The study discusses the key factors driving growth, market trends, and activities affecting the industry. End-use markets covered include Construction, Motor Vehicles, Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Consumer Goods, and Others Markets. Latent demand patterns are quantified across the geographic markets including United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East, and Latin America. The report also offers detailed company profiles and enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities.

For more details of this research report please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1157.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.:
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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July 18, 2007

New Light Learning by Peachtree Lighting: Easy-to-Use Fundamental Lessons in Architectural Lighting

This lighting guide, which is available online from Peachtree Lighting, contains 25 short, but comprehensive, easy-to-use lessons in architectural lighting basics. Light Learning will serve the entire lighting design community, especially new people.

Covington, GA (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- This lighting guide, which is available online from Peachtree Lighting, contains 25 short, but comprehensive, easy-to-use lessons in architectural lighting basics. Light Learning will serve the entire lighting design community, especially new people.

The architectural community has repeatedly clamored for easy to use information offering a glimpse at the big picture of designing with light. New people especially, along with anyone looking to brush up, or seeking a current embrace because of an impending project, will want to review the lessons in lighting.

The material is easy to access and use -- just log on to Peachtreelighting.com and click on the "Peachtree U/Light Learning" button. It is recommended to bookmark this page for future use.

Covington, Ga.-based Peachtree Lighting, a leader in point-source energy efficient architectural down-lighting, cylinders and decorative luminaries has just introduced the service of this comprehensive guide to lighting architectural spaces in an energy efficient way.

The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America provides to its members thousands of pages of considerations for lighting designers. This information is quite detailed and can be very helpful.

Many fixture (in addition to Peachtree Lighting) and lamp manufacturers provide large amounts of detailed information: dimensional data, lamp/fixture output reports or charts, beam spread data and electrical data to those doing a lighting design. Mostly this information is geared to the experienced lighting designer or electrical engineer. There has been very little for the new architectural person seeking a short overview and guide.

Guide Topics include: General observations regarding architectural lighting, art and science of lighting, focal points, brightness, contrast, effects with light, glitter and glare, recommended luminance intensities, energy and lamps and specific lamps including issues.

The lighting designer for a project such as church, hospital, motel, office, public space or specialty application can easily access information and make many choices, compare data regarding size and performance output, as well as features and attributes, in their quest to provide the most comprehensive, easy to use interactive help suite .

Depending upon the specific selections, easy to use pull down menus appear on the web site selection guide including various special functions to help the lighting specifier narrow down the options available to achieve the best possible illumination of distinctive interiors.

The lighting designer can make a choice based upon description and then click on the "PDF" page number icon, which will then bring up the complete data sheet, with product photo, dimensional drawings and complete detailed specification information. Next the designer can opt to access the IES formatted luminaire performance report, in a form that will easily integrate with any major Design Layout software program.
In addition, the eight product category sections (cylinders, church, medical, pendants/bowls, decorative, down-lighting, LED/specialty and custom) each contain: installations/applications photos, application guides and many color product brochures in downloadable PDF format as well as a direct link to see RAL color samples.

Peachtree Lighting feels this new service, along with the enhanced information on the Web platform, will greatly improve efficiency for building designers charged with the responsibility of soliciting distinctive energy sensitive illumination. The Web Platform allows seamless access anytime to the almost 6000 luminaire choices available to the designers of nonresidential facilities, from Peachtree Lighting.

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Mr. Handyman of Nashville Aims to Reduce House Fire Casualties for Local Homeowners

Local Mr. Handyman franchise to sell and install life-saving PEARL permanent escape ladder.

Atlanta, Georgia (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- PEARL Protected®, creators of the patented Permanent Escape And Rescue Ladder (PEARL®) for two and three-story homes, today announced that Mr. Handyman of Nashville is now offering the PEARL permanent escape ladder to area residents. As the only PEARL Protected partner in the state of Tennessee, Mr. Handyman provides a one-stop sales and installation service that drastically improves home and fire safety for Greater Nashville area residents.

Tennessee is currently ranked fifth in fire death rate per capita by the U.S. Fire Administration. In the first half of 2007, a spike in local house fire tragedies dominated national headlines, including a horrific fire that killed nine people in Evensville and another near Knoxville that claimed the life of four children. In both cases, victims were trapped in upstairs rooms without a safe means of escape. By offering a permanently-installed escape ladder, Mr. Handyman hopes to reduce tragedies like these and promote improved fire safety awareness for homeowners throughout the state.

Hadley Hurford, owner of Mr. Handyman of Nashville, comments: "The number of people, especially children, who have been killed in house fires here in Tennessee is just outrageous. We firmly believe a permanent escape ladder like PEARL will save the lives of our neighbors, customers and friends. For us, installing PEARL is much more than a business decision."

The PEARL ladder is a revolutionary escape solution that is permanently installed into the interior wall space beneath second and third-story windows. By simply tossing the ladder out the window, PEARL provides an easy-to-use means of escape that is right where you need it, when you need it -- like an air bag for the home.

Since PEARL's debut in 2005, permanent escape ladders have become one of the fastest growing trends in home safety. More than 90 homebuilders throughout the country now offer PEARL as a standard or optional feature in upstairs bedrooms. Additionally, the City of East Point, Georgia recently became the first city in America to require permanent escape ladders in all multi-story dwellings. PEARL has received the U.S. Home Safety Council's 2006 Product Innovation Award and has been featured in multiple episodes of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Wall Street Journal and Better Homes & Gardens magazine.

Mr. Handyman of Nashville joins a long list of Mr. Handyman franchises across the country that offer PEARL. Homeowners requesting Mr. Handyman services for a leaky faucet or other home improvement project now have the opportunity to learn about and purchase PEARL directly from their local technicians. Mr. Handyman of Nashville is also a proud supporter of fire safety awareness. The company recently partnered with the local fire community to conduct a home safety educational seminar for Verizon employees in Nashville.

Founded in March 2000, Mr. Handyman is a member of Service Brands International, a group of service companies that provide a variety of timesaving services ideally suited for today's active customer. Mr. Handyman currently offers its services through independent franchises and qualified technicians across the nation. To contact a technician in the Greater Nashville area, please call (615) 824-4350.

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 company's national installation partner -- Mr. Handyman, homebuilders, building supply dealers, security companies, remodelers and other maintenance specialists. 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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New Concrete Design Tool Lets You Visualize Your Concrete Project

Free online design tool helps homeowners and designers preview upcoming concrete projects before they start. Choose from five exterior project surfaces, such as patios, pool decks, driveways, and more, over 15 stamp patterns and hundreds of color options to help start any decorative concrete project on the right foot.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- There's no denying that decorative concrete applications are here to stay, but with so many options to choose from, picking the perfect application for an upcoming concrete project can often be an overwhelming task. The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information on the web, offers a new interactive concrete design tool online.

The tool's purpose is to help with the dilemma of sorting through the pattern and color options readily made available by today's concrete artisans. Users can choose from up to 30 photos including driveways, patios, pool decks, entryways and garage floors. Once a surface is selected, users can then choose from various stamping, texturing, coloring and staining options to customize each project.

In a matter of minutes, a custom decorative project is complete, and users are able to visualize their project before a single tool is lifted. With an available print and email option, projects can be sent ahead of time to homeowners and contractors to outline details and expectations of the upcoming project.

This easy-to-use tool is available for free on The Concrete Network Website, and does not require special software downloads.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. In June 2007 The Concrete Network Website had over 1.2 million 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 regional areas throughout North America.

Visualizer created by Depiction Software.

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Parade of Homes Veteran Gives Insights into 'Tulsa Style' Homes

A 15-year veteran of the Tulsa Parade of Homes gives insights into trends, styles and technology of Tulsa homes.

Tulsa, Okla. (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- The Tulsa Parade of Homes showcases the latest, greatest houses, both in terms of trends and technology. And PMC Homes of Tulsa is fortunate to be able to show some of their own houses for the 15th year in a row.

"We've been doing this for the better part of two decades," said Steve Harris, owner and founder of PMC Homes. "When we started, the parade was doing a single site, one neighborhood, with maybe 15-20 homes. Now, it's grown to 40 neighborhoods with 185 homes."

According to Harris, the Parade of Homes, to be held July 21-29, is the best place to see the cutting-edge technology that builders are putting into their homes.

"People kind of pull out all the stops for the parade to show off the latest technology, like kitchen design, kitchen appliances, energy efficiency, home theaters, that sort of thing," he said. "Different builders, vendors and suppliers do different things, and the parade is when we feature all that."

Harris has noticed Parade of Homes builders moving towards Energy Star compliant homes featuring energy-efficient appliances in line with EPA standards. PMC Homes has built 100 percent Energy Star homes since 2006.

Tulsa homes also have a unique look and feel, according to Harris.

"Tulsa's got its own style," said Harris, who was recently designated a Lifetime Director by the National Association of Home Builders. "That part hasn't changed. You see a lot of exterior materials, rock accents, and things like corbels, which are pieces of wood or stone jutting out of a wall to carry any additional weight, and dormers, those second floor windows that stick out from the roof."

The notoriously unpredictable and stormy weather is another factor in building Tulsa homes. Many homes may have hail-resistant roofs or a safe room.

"Here in tornado alley, builders are looking for ways to resist wind," Harris said. "We use hurricane clips on all our homes that tie the roof tresses to the walls. We get requests for safe rooms, too, especially from people relocating to live in Tulsa."

The builders showcased in the Parade of Homes are held to a higher standard. To see the latest in design innovation and energy efficiency, give PMC Homes a call today, or visit them online at PMCHomes.com.

About PMC Homes:
PMC Homes is Tulsa's premier new home builder. They have been building home owners' dreams for twenty years, 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.

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The Documentary that Asks... Were Seven Laws of Science Suspended on September 11th 2001, or is the Official Story a Fraud? ...will Premiere at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival

911 Eyewitness from Hoboken will have its New York premiere on Sunday, July 22nd at 6PM at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival.

New York,, NY (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- The powerful documentary "911 Eyewitness from Hoboken" features authentic digital video and audio evidence of explosions that corroborate the testimony of New York City firefighters, police officers and hundreds of other witnesses. This evidence confirms that the historic collapses of three steel framed structures on September 11th, were the result of bombs planted in the buildings. Additional evidence and scientific analysis is presented in such a way that the film irrefutably proves 9/11 was a self-inflicted wound used to justify War on the Middle East.

What actually happened during multiple U.S. war games on September 11th, 2001? What if everything we thought we knew about 9/11 was completely wrong?
What if 9/11 really was an inside job?

The world watched in a state of shock as live images of the deaths of reportedly tens of thousands of human beings, inside the collapsing WTC towers, filled the airwaves. Satellite networks would replay the horrific images hundreds of times to deepen the emotional scars on a naïve and trusting public who were being psychologically programmed to respond with calls for revenge. Thanks to the incredible crime solving ability of the corporate owned media, the dozen US War Games in progress on Sept. 11 were ignored, and a guilty verdict against oil rich countries was announced.

This insightful performance by US media was outdone when, at 5:00 PM the same day, BBC-TV announced the collapse of the WTC Building 7…while it still filled the skyline behind the reporter. Twenty-Five minutes later, as the live satellite signal turned to static, WTC7 collapsed in typical controlled demolition style. What a scoop. Reporting the news BEFORE it happens with a perfectly timed jamming signal to cover-up the fraud!

A new "war on terror" was born to feed the hungry military industrial complex that President Eisenhower warned was becoming a threat to America and her Constitution. The evidence is overwhelming in support of the inconvenient truth of his prophecy.

NYPD Fire Chief Orio Palmer reached the south tower impact zone and radioed that the fire was under control. "We've got two isolated pockets of fire," he said. "We should be able to knock it down with two lines." Over 300 firefighters inside WTC2 knew welded steel frame structures never collapse. The towers were designed to flex like steel trees in hurricane winds and absorb the impact of the largest Boeing jetliner. In fact, prior to September 11th, WTC Project Manager Frank A. De Martini told the History Channel, "I believe the towers could sustain multiple impacts of jetliners."

Viewers of this documentary will witness multiple low rumbling explosions that were heard and felt before the towers collapsed, as recorded by cameraman Richard Siegel from Hoboken pier across the Hudson River. "911 Eyewitness from Hoboken" is destined to go down in history as the Zapruder film of September 11th as seven laws of science prove treason, fraud and murder. Does gravity prove guilt? Find out what the rest of the world has known for years, by using your own eyes and ears.

"911 Eyewitness from Hoboken" will have its New York premiere on Sunday, July 22nd at the http://www.nyfilmvideo.com[New York International Independent Film and Video Festival. The screening will be held at Village East Cinema, 181 2nd Avenue at 12th Street in New York at 6:00 P.M. To purchase tickets go to TicketWeb.com and type in "911 Eyewitness" in the search box or call 866-468-7619. Tickets are $12 per screening block and that includes entrance to the after-party.

To schedule an interview please contact Blue Star Media Group at 360-910-5770. To purchase the "911 Eyewitness from Hoboken" DVD log onto 911EyeWitness.com.

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The Reserve at Gearhart Breaks Ground

The first of 130 home sites broke ground by local builder Gearhart Homes, LLC. The first home will be built on lot 33, which borders both Gearhart Golf Links and the Oregon Silverspot Butterfly Habitat.

Gearhart, OR. (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- The owners of The Reserve at Gearhart are excited to announce that home construction has begun. Lot 33 was the first to break ground and will be built by local builder Gearhart Homes LLC. Gearhart Homes also has plans to begin five spec homes during the next 30-days.

A two-story, 3,455 square foot Cape Cod style home, complete with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, den, bonus room, a guest suite on the main floor and a summer kitchen, will be built on lot 33; the lot size totals 24,604 square feet. The home, when finished, will be located on the southeast corner of the community, bordering both the Oregon Silverspot Butterfly Habitat and Gearhart Golf Links.

"We are thrilled that nearly 10 percent of our lots have been sold prior to ground breaking," said Jeff Howard, managing member, The Reserve at Gearhart. "As home construction continues people will see the beauty that is in store for this premier community."

The Reserve at Gearhart has had 11 presales leading up to ground breaking. The remaining home sites, ranging from 10,000 to well over 30,000 square feet, begin at just under $200K and luxurious, finished homes start in the mid $500Ks, many with golf course or open space frontage views.

About Gearhart Homes, LLC:
Gearhart Homes was founded by Bill Thimgan, a certified master builder with more than 15-years experience. Over the years Thimgan has built countless homes, only using the highest-quality materials and craftsmanship while working closely with future homeowners to meet and exceed their expectation of the "perfect home." In addition to building homes in Gearhart, Oregon, Thimgan has experience in custom home building, Green-Built homes, condominiums, town homes and commercial buildings in planned communities throughout the Pacific Northwest. For more information call (425) 450-1197, website coming soon.

The Reserve at Gearhart is located on the Northern Oregon coast between Astoria and Cannon Beach. Long known for its reputation as a quality coastal summer destination for the Portland area, Gearhart is a Northwest equivalent to Carmel or Martha's Vineyard. The refined, quiet quality of life here is enhanced by easy access to the activities and excitement of Seaside, Astoria, and Cannon Beach.

Excellent golf, sport fishing, beaches, parks and outdoor adventures are all within close proximity to these estate-size home sites. For more information about this new community, please visit: http://www.reserveatgearhart.com

For further information regarding The Reserve at Gearhart, please contact:
Christopher Stewart
Public Relations Director
http://www.fish-marketing.com

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the New York, NY, Area

BidClerk's daily update of New York construction projects coming up for bids and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the New York, NY, area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

New York City, NY -- Esprit/New York, 600 5th Ave., 14,244-square-foot tenant improvement, August 2007, $700,000. Project ID: 637173

New York City, NY -- Whole Foods at Tribeca, 40,000-square-foot grocery store, August 2007, $4 million. Project ID: 639466

Bronx, NY -- IHOP / Bronx, 5,000-square-foot restaurant, August 2007, $300,000. Project ID: 640209

Brooklyn, NY -- Whole Foods/Brooklyn, 212 3rd St., 68,000-square-foot grocery store, September 2007, $4 million. Project ID: 327781

Brooklyn, NY -- Future Now Office, 246 Creamer St., office building tenant improvements, August 2007, $400,000. Project ID: 639353

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Marshall Durrett Awarded Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) Designation and Texas Star Builder Designation

Marshall Durrett, of Durrett Interests, LLC recently became one of the select group of 2,000 professional builders nationwide who have earned the Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) designation as well as Texas Star Builder designation, identifying him as one of the building industry’s top professionals in Texas.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) July 18, 2007 -- Marshall Durrett, of Durrett Interests, LLC (www.durrettinterests.com) recently became one of the select group of 2,000 professional builders nationwide who have earned the Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) designation, identifying him as one of the building industry’s top professionals.

Administered by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) University of Housing, the CGB program is sponsored locally by the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBAGA).

CGBs earn the building industry’s premier professional designation by successfully completing an intensive series of nine six-hour courses. The CGB curriculum incorporates training by leading building industry practitioners and academics on a range of topics, including business management, emerging technologies and market trends. After earning CGB credentials, program graduates are required to maintain their designation through completion of an additional six hours of training annually.

Durrett was also recently awarded Texas Star Builder designation. Administered by the Texas Residential Construction Commission (TRCC), the Texas Star Builder Program has stringent requirements that its members must meet in experience and education directly related to residential construction. After earning Texas Star Builder Program credentials, members are required to maintain their designation through adhering to certain “best practices” in their industry as well as completion of an additional sixteen hours of continuing education annually.

ABOUT TRCC:
The mission of the Texas Residential Construction Commission is to promote quality construction for Texans by registering industry members and residential construction projects; providing information and educating homeowners and the residential construction industry; acting as a resource for complainants; and offering a neutral, technical review of alleged post-construction defects. The Commission is comprised of nine members appointed by the Governor: four registered builders, three members of the general public, one engineer who practices in the area of residential construction and one either architect or inspector who practices in the area of residential construction. The Commission members serve six-year staggered terms.

ABOUT NAHB:
The National Association of Home Builders is a Washington-based trade association representing more than 205,000 members involved in home building, remodeling, multifamily construction, property management, subcontracting, design, housing finance, building product manufacturing and other aspects of residential and light commercial construction. Known as “the voice of the housing industry," NAHB is affiliated with more than 800 state and local home builders associations around the country. NAHB's builder members will construct about 80 percent of the almost 1.6 million new housing units projected for 2002, making housing one of the largest and most powerful engines of economic growth in the country.

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Global Reinforced Plastics Market to Cross 9 Million Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

The reinforced plastics market is constantly being researched upon, to generate innovative products in sports, recreation, and medical care sectors. The global reinforced plastics market is projected to cross 9 million tons by the year 2010, at a CAGR of over 4.5% during the analysis period. Renewable energy markets such as wind energy are emerging as the most promising markets for reinforced plastics.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Reinforced plastics, also known as polymer matrix composites or composite plastics or composites, refer to a specific plastic composition featuring embedded fibrous reinforcements, which render superior strength properties than those of the base resin. The industry encompasses a large number of small companies, featuring unique skills and wide market orientations.

Driven by its superior performance characteristics and design technologies, when compared to other traditional metal counterparts, reinforced plastics have found widespread utilization across various end-use applications. Emergence of new end-use markets such as wind energy sports, and medical sector are expected to open up new opportunities for the market. Technological advancements, and the resultant development of innovative products are critical for reinforced plastics market. The US and Europe emerged as the leading regional reinforced plastics market, collectively capturing more than 60% share of the volume sales for 2006. With more than 27% share of the sales in 2006, Transportation represents the largest and the fastest growing end-use segment over the review period. The segment is projected to reach 2.6 million tons by the year 2010, at a CAGR of over 5.5%.

The global reinforced plastics market is characterized by high degree of fragmentation, featuring numerous small players offering unique skills. Further, relatively lower entry barriers have encouraged the establishment of several new players. The study also evaluates the increasing demand for reinforced plastics from wind energy, infrastructure, and automobile industries. Reinforced plastics market for use in infrastructure applications is anticipated to surpass the US$1 billion mark by 2010, as against US$270 million in the year 2000. Issues such as stringent environmental regulations, and high labor and transportation costs are major challenges facing the industry. Heavy investment in research and development, high technological development, and state-of-the art manufacturing practices and superior quality products are the key characteristic features of North American and European markets. Europe, the largest reinforced plastics market, is projected to cross 3.4 million tons by the year 2010.

Natural and wood fiber plastic composites (WPC) are emerging as significant markets within the plastics industry. These composites are finding increasing applications in the automotive, infrastructure, consumer/industrial, and building products industries. Building products, infrastructure and transportation are the leading markets for WPC in North America, while automobiles industry is the core end-use market for WPCs in Europe. WPC market in North America is forecast to grow at 14% through 2010, while in Western Europe the growth rate is expected to be about 18% over the same period.

The report titled "Reinforced Plastics: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product overview, competition, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World by end-use segments.

Key players dominating the global reinforced plastics market include AZDEL, Composite Products, Foster Corporation, Haysite Reinforced Plastics, Hexcel Corporation, Owens Corning, Saint-Gobain, and The Dow Chemical Company.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1016.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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New Sprinturf Football Field Ready for United States Naval Academy Athletes

Momentum Continues for Leading U.S Provider of All-Rubber Synthetic Playing Surfaces.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Sprinturf (www.sprinturf.com), the leading developer of synthetic turf systems, has installed an all-new practice football field on the main campus of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. The project is worth an estimated $1.2 million.

"This project reflects our dedication to designing and installing state-of-the-art playing surfaces," said Stanley H. Greene, president and CEO of Sprinturf. "We are committed to providing the safest high performance synthetic fields - and that's exactly what we built for the U.S. Naval Academy."

The football practice field, known as Rip Miller Field, underwent a full removal of the old artificial turf and has been replaced with Sprinturf's sand and rubber infill artificial turf system, achieving the highest standards of safety and durability. The company is also scheduled to install a new rugby field for the Academy featuring the all-rubber infill system designed to increase safety and reduce the rate of player injury.

"We are very pleased with the field Sprinturf designed and installed for our institution," said Chet Gladchuk, Naval Academy director of athletics. "Their level of professionalism and commitment to quality and safety made this project a total success."

After a strong first quarter, average monthly field installs has increased more than 150 percent to date for Sprinturf. The company secured and completed the U.S. Naval Academy project based on the merit of its patented all-rubber infill system, history of safety and performance, and experienced board of directors and management team.

About Sprinturf
Sprinturf (www.sprinturf.com) is the leading U.S provider of synthetic turf systems for professional, private and municipal athletic fields. Founded in 1999, Sprinturf's patented all-rubber infill and Ultrablade™ turf system has been rated as playing closest to a natural grass playing field in pristine condition but requires virtually none of the maintenance. Sprinturf has delivered over 350 athletic playing surfaces; notable customers include the Philadelphia Eagles, Ohio State University, UCLA, the University of Pennsylvania, Auburn University, D.C. United and F.C. Dallas. Sprinturf is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania.

Editor's Note: Photography and interviews available upon request.

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Sprinturf to Develop 11 New Soccer Fields at Randall's Island, New York

Sprinturf continues momentum winning one of the largest new artificial turf fields and facilities in the NY Metro area.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Sprinturf (www.sprinturf.com), the leading U.S provider of synthetic turf systems, will develop and install 11 new artificial soccer fields at Randall's Island, New York City's last great undeveloped public park. The project, one of the largest of its kind in the Metropolitan area, will employ Sprinturf's all-rubber infill synthetic turf system and will cover over 1.1 million square feet. Development is slated to begin this month with an anticipated completion date of mid-2008.

"With over 700,000 people visiting Randall's Island Park every year, we are excited to offer them safe and durable soccer fields," said Stanly H. Greene, president and CEO of Sprinturf. "This park is an essential resource in New York and we look forward to being a part of that."

At Randall's Island Park, the majority of the playing fields are natural grass and therefore susceptible to inclement weather cancellations. To combat this, the Randall's Island project will feature complete under-field and perimeter drainage pipes, allowing for quick and thorough drying.

"When it rains the day before games, everything gets cancelled because everyone is worried about damaging the fields," said Dr. Gavril Pasternak, co-founder of Doc's NYC Youth Lacrosse League. "These synthetic fields should help eliminate inconvenient weather delays, cancellations and torn up fields. Plus, we'll be able to focus on what's most important - the athletes using the fields."

Not only will the Sprinturf soccer fields limit game cancellations, but they are also designed to help reduce injury amongst players. The artificial surfaces provide optimum shock absorption and attenuation (hardness) levels, reducing the amounts of stress and strain upon ankles, knees and other crucial body parts.

About Sprinturf
Sprinturf (www.sprinturf.com) is the leading U.S provider of synthetic turf systems for professional, private and municipal athletic fields. Founded in 1999, Sprinturf's patented all-rubber infill and Ultrablade™ turf system has been rated as playing closest to a natural grass playing field in pristine condition but requires virtually none of the maintenance. Sprinturf has delivered over 350 athletic playing surfaces; notable customers include the Philadelphia Eagles, Ohio State University, UCLA, the University of Pennsylvania, Auburn University, D.C. United and F.C. Dallas. Sprinturf is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania.

EDITORS NOTE: Photography and interviews available upon request.

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Franchise Owners Benefit as Priority Leasing Joins DAI Approved Lender Program

Subway franchise owners will now benefit nationally from the company's partnership with a premier equipment leasing and financing provider.

Melrose, MA (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Opening a new franchise for an established food service chain is a daunting task for any small business owner. Having the option to lease rather than purchase essential capital equipment is a sensible way to lower investment risk and increase cash flow. Affordable equipment financing is Priority Leasing's core focus and they are pleased today to announce their inclusion into DAI's Approved Lender Program for the sandwich giant Subway.

Priority Leasing Chief Operations Officer, Rick Shea, explained exactly what it means to the company to be accepted into this prestigious program. "It opens the door to a whole new world of opportunity. Becoming an Approved Lender with DAI allows us access to decision makers at existing and fledgling Subway franchises." As excited as Shea's team are about the potential for new clients, the inception of this relationship ultimately benefits the franchise owners, "We can leverage our knowledge and experience in the financing industry to provide top flight service and competitive rates that might be otherwise unavailable to Subway franchisees."

Priority's Franchise Group offers a variety of funding options for all Subway owners' capital needs including remodels, Wal-Mart installations, store transfers and first time franchisees. Account managers Doug Daniels, Craig Reason and Matt DiMinico, who bring years of experience in the financial field, will handle the equipment leasing venture which services all 50 states.

Since 1997, Priority Leasing, Inc has provided affordable equipment leasing for new and used equipment and has twice been listed in Inc. magazine's annual Inc. 500 as one of America's fastest growing companies - most recently in 2006. For more information about the company please visit the website at www.PriorityLeasing.com.

Contact:
Craig Reason x24
Doug Daniels x26
Matt DiMinico x28
Priority Leasing, Inc.
174 Green Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone: 800-761-2118
http://www.priorityleasing.com

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Nashville, TN Area

BidClerk's daily update of Tennessee construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Nashville, TN area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Nashville, TN - Harding Place Condominiums, 112 Harding Pl., 14-unit condominium development, August 2007, $2 million. Project ID: 590612

Nashville, TN - Skyline Medical Office Suite 360, 3441 Dickerson Pike, 2,256-square-foot medical office, August 2007, $200,000. Project ID: 620303

Nashville, TN - Starbucks and Ruby Tuesday's at Nashboro Square, 2312 Murfreesboro Pike, 8,724-square-foot mixed-use, September 2007, $500,000. Project ID: 633659

Nashville, TN - Comfort Suites, Pursey Priest Road, 73-unit hotel, September 2007, $5 million. Project ID: 635852

Nashville, TN - J. McLaughlin, 1,500-square-foot retail store, August 2007, $ 75,000. Project ID: 639992

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Air Conditioning Trade Association Launches State-Of-The-Industry Web Site

The Air Conditioning Trade Association (ACTA) announces the launch of its new web site, www.actrade.org. Logging into the web site, users will find the site easy to navigate with a quick index on the left of the Home Page listing, Online Campus, Training, ACTAcare, ACTAvision, Compliance, Safety, Job Center, Free Webinars, About Us, and a Contact page.

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- The Air Conditioning Trade Association (ACTA) announces the launch of its new web site, www.actrade.org. Eric Stephens, an independent IT and web design evaluator said of the new site, “It provides credible, original content in many different forms making it valuable and timely to the HVAC industry. Because the web is an interactive, dynamic, and rapidly changing new communications medium, ACTA took the time and made the necessary investment to create a well-organized, edited, and timely web site with original content set in an attractive, interactive, and consistent format.”

Logging into the web site, users will find the site easy to navigate with a quick index on the left of the Home Page listing, Online Campus, Training, ACTAcare, ACTAvision, Compliance, Safety, Job Center, Free Webinars, About Us, and a Contact page. The new web site is ACTA’s portal for contractors, apprentices, and trainees.

Clicking on one of the links brings up quick reading content and a voice-over to welcome the visitor and give a quick overview. At the top of the page are tabs. The first tab lists “ACTA Community”. This tab takes the visitor to a virtual community of HVAC contractor peers, tools, resources, and information to help the HVAC contractor compete, manage decisions, and stay compliant with the state.

ACTA has become the pacesetter of the HVAC industry offering a one-stop web site to find employees, train employees, safety programs, HR assistance, compliance, benefits, avoiding costly interruptions and profit-eating overruns from labor disputes -- its all conveniently there.

Visit ACTA on the web at: www.actrade.org

ACTA’s History
The Air Conditioning Trade Association was formed in 1972, by a group of sheet metal, heating and air conditioning contractors who united for the common goal of training and educating the industry workforce. That same year, the group sponsored its first sheet metal training class for apprentices through the Turlock, California Adult Education Program.

In 1993, the State of California accredited ACTA to train apprentices, and in 2003 the Department of Labor federally registered ACTA’s apprenticeship program.

Contact:
Jim Young, Executive Director
Phone: (888) 486-4464

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Webb New President Kolter Commercial Division

Scott Webb, of Kolter Communities (www.kolter.com), has been promoted to President of the company’s Commercial Division.

West Palm Beach, Fla. (PRWEB) July 17, 2007 -- Scott Webb, of Kolter Communities (www.kolter.com), has been promoted to President of the company’s Commercial Division. In his new role, Webb will oversee the expansion of the company’s retail, office and commercial land development opportunities in North America.

Mr. Webb brings over 24 years of commercial development expertise to his new position. In his tenure with Kolter, Webb spearheaded a combination of acquisition, disposition and management initiatives for Kolter's 6.8 million square foot North American commercial real estate portfolio. Prior to joining Kolter, Webb previously oversaw the leasing and management of various large projects. In 2003, Webb was awarded the NAIOP Lease Deal of the Year.

Kolter Chief Executive Officer, Robert Julien, shared his plans for the growth of the division, “Scott has been involved in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions and brings that considerable knowledge to Kolter. We are very pleased that he has accepted the lead role for Kolter Commercial as we expand our reach.”

Award-winning Kolter began in the 1950s and brings longstanding international development expertise and a tradition of quality, integrity and vision to each of its projects. The company has built out over $4 billion in residential communities and controlled over 6.8 million square feet commercial projects. Kolter has established a reputation for developing communities and landmark buildings that exceed the expectations of consumers and brings life to Kolter’s vision of being the residential and commercial real estate developer of choice.

Attached: Scott Webb, headshot, compliments of Kolter

Contact: Mary Kay Willson
Phone: 561-252-6023

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July 16, 2007

Laminate Flooring Market to Reach 1.68 Billion Square Meters by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven by cost advantages over other flooring products made of stone, wood, ceramics, and vinyl, the laminate flooring market is expected to reach 1.68 billion square meters by 2010. Growth is attributed to features such as enhanced performance properties such as durability, fade and stain resistance, low maintenance, as well as lower price and varied styles.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- Growing demand for laminate flooring from the housing sector, including new housing starts and replacement market, is increasing at a strong pace. Growth is mainly due to the product's resistance to denting, scratching, cigarette burns, staining, and fading. Manufacturers are increasingly developing a range of products that fulfill the requirements of the commercial sector.

Growth is attributed to features including enhanced performance properties as well as lower price and improved style options. Development of glueless laminates, technological advancements, and enhanced moisture resistance are generating interest among end-users. The trend is likely to be boosted by increasing demand for products from countries such as China. Enhancements in technologies such as embossed registration and texturing is offering consumers a cost-efficient way of attaining the looks of ceramics, tiles, and hardwood. Laminate flooring usage in the DIY installation sector is likely to continue growing.

Europe is by far, the largest market for laminate flooring worldwide, estimated at 688 million square meters in 2007. Asia excluding Japan is the second largest market followed by United States at third position. Europe, US and Asia together account for over 88 percent of the global laminate flooring market. The global and regional markets are expected to grow at CAGRs ranging between 16% and 26%. Residential replacement including DIY represents the largest end-use segment with sales estimated at 566 million square meters in 2007. Installation in new housing starts is the second largest user of laminate floorings with the market expected to reach nearly 700 million square meters by 2010. In terms of regions, Asia is the fastest growing market with demand primarily arising out of China.

The global marketplace is fragmented and characterized by well-established players as well as small niche companies. Market participants include Alsafloor SA, Armstrong World Industries, Inc., Akzenta Paneele & GmbH Classen Gruppe, BHK of America, Berry Group, Columbia Forest Products Inc., Congoleum Corporation, Egger Retail Products GMBH, Faus Group, Inc., Formica Corporation, Hamberger Industriewerke GmbH, HUGA Hubert Gaisendrees GmbH & Co. KG., Kaindl Flooring GmbH, Kronospan, Kronotex GmbH & Co. KG, Mannington Mills, Inc., Mohawk Industries, Inc., Pfleiderer AG, Pergo AB, Robina Flooring Sdn Bhd, Roysol, Shaw Industries, Inc., Skema Srl, Sonae Indústria, Tarkett USA Inc., Uniboard Canada, Inc., Unilin Group, Wilsonart International Inc., and Witex International Flooring

"Laminate Flooring: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, challenges, product profile, players, competition, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics are provided in terms of end-use segments including New Housing Starts, Residential Replacement (Including DIY Installations), and Commercial Markets.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1166.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.:
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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World Plastic Pipes Market to Reach 7.3 Billion Meters by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Trends in construction and building sector are the key determinants of demand for plastic pipes. Emerging applications such as telecommunications and electrical conduits and ducts, and drainage and sewer water systems are expected to drive sales of world plastic pipes to 7.3 billion meters by 2010.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- Growing use of plastic pipes in place of traditional materials such as steel, copper, and cast iron is expected to drive growth in the market. Rapidly growing economies in Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America are expected to propel demand for plastic pipes in telecommunications and natural gas distribution systems.

In addition, advancements in drinking water transfer systems, and sewage and drainage systems are also expected to drive market expansion. China is one of the key markets shaping Asian as well as global dynamics. Introduction of high-quality, less toxic products such as High Density Polyethylene pipes is adding to the growing market for Polyethylene (PE) pipes. Demonstrating traits such as joint integrity, flexibility, trench laying capability and sturdiness, use of HDPE pipes is growing at a faster pace in potable water piping systems, and corrugated drainage and gas systems. Crosslinked PE (PEX), another type of PE pipe, is being increasingly used in underfloor radiant heating applications.

United States is the largest market for plastic pipes worldwide estimated at 2.1 billion meters in 2007. Europe is the second largest market followed by Asia-Pacific at third position. Europe, US and Asia collectively account for close to 80 percent of the global plastic pipes market. The global and regional markets are expected to grow at CAGRs ranging between 3% and 7%. PVC pipes represent the largest market segment estimated at about 4 billion meters in 2007. PE pipes is the second largest segment with sales expected to reach 2.3 billion meters by 2010. PP pipes is a relatively small segment projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% through 2010.

The global marketplace is characterized by the presence of participants such as A.G. Petzetakis, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., Amanco, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, EgePlast A. S, IPEX, Inc, J-M Manufacturing Company, Inc., KWH Pipe Ltd, National Pipe and Plastics Inc, North American Pipe Corporation, Pipelife International GmbH, Polypipe Plc, PW Eagle, Inc., Royal Pipe Systems, Sekisui Chemical Company Ltd, Tessenderlo Group, Uponor Corp, and Wavin N.V.

"Plastic Pipes: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, players, competition, technological developments, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Volume analytics are provided in terms of product segments including PVC pipes, PE pipes, PP pipes & Other plastic pipes.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1173.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.:
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs over 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of over 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports, and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

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World Fire Alarm Equipment Market to Top $4.2 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

World fire alarm equipment market is expected to witness modest growth to cross US$4.2 billion by 2010. Europe represents the largest market for Fire Alarm Equipment, accounting for 43% of the total demand in 2006. United States follows next, with 2006 market value of US$726 million. However, best prospects in terms of growth are likely to emanate from the emerging markets of Asia-Pacific and Latin America, which are forecast to register CAGRs of 8% and 7% respectively over the next five years.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- A new report on fire alarm equipment has been released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. "Fire Alarm Equipment: A Global Strategic Business Report" presents detailed analyses and coverage of the US, Canadian, Japanese, European (including French, German, Italian, UK, Spanish, Russian, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, Latin American, and Middle East markets.

Product segments independently analyzed for the above mentioned regions/countries include Fire Alarm Panels (Conventional Panels, Addressable Panels, and Voice Evacuation Systems), and Fire Alarm Devices (Annunciators, Notification Devices, and Manual Pull Stations). In addition, the report also provides a vertical end use analysis for Office/commercial, Educational, Hospital, Industrial, and Other End Use Segments for the US market. The report covers major trends and issues pertaining to the Fire Alarm Equipment market on global as well as regional basis.

Fire alarm equipment market can be broadly classified into two segments - fire alarm panels and fire alarm devices. Of the two segments, fire alarm panels market that include conventional panels, addressable panels, and voice evacuation systems has emerged as the larger segment gaining share from fire alarm devices market over the years. Fire alarm panels market is estimated to exceed US$2 billion by the end of 2007. Addressable panels market continues to be the largest contributor to the fire alarm panels segment, driven by higher prices and technological competence. The trend is likely to continue over the upcoming years. Fire alarm devices market that includes annunciators, notification devices, and manual pull stations is projected to reach US$1.8 billion by 2010. Within fire alarm devices, notification devices market represents the largest, while manual pull stations market forms the fastest growing segment.

Growth in the developed world is primarily led by renovation activities and adoption of new building and fire safety codes. In the developing countries, new construction activity is the key growth driver. Majority of the demand for fire alarm systems stems from building renovation activity. Moreover, many buildings that were constructed prior to revised building codes have no alarm systems. Thus, building renovation represents a huge potential for fire alarm equipment market growth.

As installation of fire alarm equipment is a pre-requisite but not an alternative, the industry has historically been an even market exemplified by slow growth and conservativeness in new technology adoption. In recent years, however, the market has seen the introduction of high-tech products that are not only efficient but also faster. Changing end-user requirements and a greater need to minimize false alarms have resulted in advanced products that incorporate multi-sensor technologies. The worldwide fire alarm equipment market is highly competitive and price represents the key factor among the players in the market.

Demand for fire alarm equipment is highly price elastic, forcing manufacturers to produce high quality products and offer them at low prices. While established majors can manage price pressures by offsetting lower earnings through products that provide higher profits, small players would face challenges to remain competitive. Using an ideal mix of mechanism is likely to trim down production costs and offer products at reduced prices. Leading players in the global fire alarm equipment market include Bosch Security Systems Inc, Cooper Wheelock, Fenwal Controls of Japan Ltd, GE Infrastructure, Security, Gentex Corporation, Hochiki Corporation, Honeywell International Inc, Matsushita Electric Works Limited, Napco Security Company Inc., Nittan Company Limited, Nohmi Bosai Ltd, RSG Security Inc., Siemens Switzerland Ltd Building Technologies Group, Signal Communications Corporation, Spaceage Electronics Inc, Spectronics Corporation, Tyco Fire & Security, and WSA Fire Systems.

Authorities in the majority of developed countries such as the US, Canada, and Japan have amended their standard building codes. The revised codes mandate the installations of fire alarm equipment in all office/commercial, manufacturing site, and educational and entertainment buildings. The development is directly related to the secular trends in overall market for fire alarm equipment. Buildings under renovation are also included in the amended regime, resulting in further growth of the market. ADA (American with Disabilities Act), the latest act for the safety and security of disabled citizen also mandates the installation of visual devices (strobes) to alert the hearing-impaired in such a rescue situation.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/MCP-1456.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

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Add Drama to New Architectural Space While Providing Low Energy, Low Profile Wall Wash Lighting -- That is Your Benefit Using the New Peachtree Lighting Huntington Creek Collection

Peachtree Lighting introduces a new ultra-versatile direct/indirect low profile series of wall mounted architectural sconce luminaries for low energy LEED certified green buildings.

Covington, Ga. (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- Use the new ultra-versatile Peachtree Lighting Huntington Creek collection of direct/indirect wall-mounted sconce luminaries, to help meet the new energy codes and help meet the LEED certification for energy efficient green buildings.

Covington, Ga.-based Peachtree Lighting, a leader in point-source energy efficient architectural down-lighting, cylinders, and decorative luminaries introduces Huntington Creek, a new collection of wall-mounted luminaries.

Today's higher profile interiors require the designer of higher end architecture to bring light to life.

Huntington Creek is an innovative interaction of light and face design with simplicity, offering styling flexibility and custom face so this wall luminarie series will be a natural companion to almost any elegant décor.

Huntington Creek is available in two sizes 13" x 13" with a very slim profile of 3.6' Easily compiling with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements for public circulation spaces and a 24" x 24" size ideal for larger walls in larger spaces. Side lighting patterns can be specified Up/Down, Right/Left, all 4 sides or none. These are available as an Indoor, Outdoor or for use in an MRI room (with special non magnetic requirements)

Peachtree Lighting strives to satisfy the individual needs of designers by tailoring the product.
Now the architect can blend this unique collection of materials, textures, finishes and diffuser colors to make a strong visual statement. We can, of course, incorporate supplied artwork or alter the aesthetics to suite the overall ambiance.

Huntington Creek collection offers 11 dramatic diffuser options including stained glass and 10 standard face srame styles, including the very unique "Art Frame" face with its innovative interaction of light and face design.

Peachtree Lighting offer the two lowest energy light sources -- compact fluorescent and LED, as well as traditional incandescent.

The lighting designer for a project such as church, hospital, motel, office, public space or specialty application can easily make many choices, compare data regarding size and performance output, as well as features and attributes, in their quest to achieve spectacular lighting results by accessing www peachtreelighting.com.

Depending upon the specific selections, easy to use pull down menus appear on the web site selection guide including various special functions to help the lighting specifier narrow down the options available to achieve the best possible illumination of distinctive interiors.

The lighting designer can make a choice based upon description and then click on the "PDF" page number icon, which will then bring up the complete data sheet, with product photo, dimensional drawings and complete detailed specification information. Next the designer can opt to access the IES formatted luminaire performance report, in a form that will easily integrate with any major Design Layout software program.
In addition, the eight product category sections (cylinders, church, medical, pendants/bowls, decorative, down-lighting, LED/specialty and custom) each contain: installations/applications photos, application guide, and many color product brochures in downloadable PDF format as well as a direct link to see RAL color samples.

Peachtree Lighting feels these new products along with the enhanced information on the Web platform will greatly improve efficiency for building designers charged with the responsibility of soliciting distinctive energy sensitive illumination. The Web Platform allows seamless access anytime to the almost 6,000 luminaire choices available to the designers of nonresidential facilities from Peachtree Lighting.

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects up for Bid in the Las Vegas, NV Area

BidClerk's daily update of Nevada construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bids or start construction in the next 90 days in the Las Vegas, NV area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Las Vegas, NV - El Dorado Lane Subdivision - Site Work, Gillespie and El Dorado Lane, 2.5-acre residential subdivision, August 2007, $200,000. Project ID: 595716

Las Vegas, NV - Chili's #1371, 7335 Arroyo Crossing Pkwy., 5,837-square-foot restaurant, August 2007, $800,000. Project ID: 639274

Henderson, NV - Tesco Fresh & Easy #LV0200099NE01, 1400 Boulder Hwy., 17,328-square-foot grocery store, September 2007, $1.5 million. Project ID: 639478

Las Vegas, NV - Arroyo Market Square - Pads 2, 3, 4, 5, 9 & 10, I-215 and Rainbow Boulevard, 38,880-square-foot retail center, September 2007, $4 million. Project ID: 416645

Henderson, NV - Town Place Suites by Marriott, N Green Valley Parkway and E Sunset Road, 95-unit hotel, August 2007, $6 million. Project ID: 627588

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bid all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Penetron -- A Work of Art in Iowa

The Bayliss Park Public Art Project in Council Bluffs, Iowa, relies on Penetron to keep it the focus of the community for decades to come.

East Setauket, NY (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- Since 1853 Bayliss Park has been the centerpiece of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and has undergone many efforts to maintain its stature as a traditional focus and icon for the community. Current redevelopment plans enlist the services of renowned artist/sculptor Brower Hatcher who, for the public art component, has developed a comprehensive plan for the fountain, Performance Pavilion, interactive water feature and seating.

The center point of the park is the sculptural water fountain designed to maintain historical continuity by evoking the form of the original fountain while at the same time constructing it so that it is an image of the future. During the winter months the sculptural fountain form would stand elegantly in the space, crystalline in the winter sun or illuminated at night as a beacon in the snow. In summer the fountain form would be activated by a geyser shooting water over the framework, cascading over the tiers of rings into the pool below. Additional water jets and lights would complete the sequenced aquatic display.

"Penetron Admix, which was included in the concrete design elements of the water feature, will both protect the structure from the elements as well as increase its longevity and durability," says Christopher Chen, Director of North American Sales & Marketing for ICS Penetron Ltd. "The fountain is intended as a representation of the community of Council Bluffs, a forward thinking community with a strong sense of tradition and Penetron is honored to be a part of this project."

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FastenMaster Expands its Resources for Contractors and Do-it-Yourselfers With New Web Site

To highlight its offerings of task specific, contractor quality fasteners, FastenMaster, a division of OMG, Inc., today announced the launch of its new and improved Web site, located at www.fastenmaster.com. The new site features complete product information and selection guides, technical specifications, dealer location guides, and the PROActive guide, which helps locate FastenMaster professionals in a visitor's area.

Agawam, MA (PRWEB) July 16, 2007 -- To highlight its offerings of task specific, contractor quality fasteners, FastenMaster, a division of OMG, Inc., today announced the launch of its new and improved Web site, located at www.fastenmaster.com. The new site features complete product information and selection guides, technical specifications, dealer location guides, and the PROActive guide, which helps locate FastenMaster professionals in a visitor's area.

"Our customers have reported that they need to be able to access more information about our products online," said Tim Gillis, Marketing Manager for FastenMaster. "The new FastenMaster Web site is easier to navigate and significantly expanded with product and customer support information to assist every visitor, from professional deck builders to homeowners."

FastenMaster, a division of OMG, Inc. founded in 1981, is a brand of task specific, contractor quality fasteners engineered to enable a professional or serious do-it-yourselfer to complete a project faster, easier and stronger. For more information visit www.fastenmaster.com or call 1-800-518-3569.

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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Specialists in Boardwalks in Wetlands Replaces Nature Walks at Pensacola Naval Air Station

Nature Bridges, a top builder of boardwalks in wetlands, partners with landscape development firm to rebuild hurricane-damaged nature trail.

Monticello, FL (PRWEB) July 15, 2007 -- Nature Bridges (naturebridges.com), specialists in boardwalks in wetlands and other environmentally sensitive areas, announced today it has completed reconstruction of a series of boardwalks in the nature preserve at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Pensacola, Florida.

The completed project includes 6-feet, 8-feet, and 10-feet wide boardwalks in three locations at the base: Bayou Grande Nature Trail, Trout Point Nature Trail and Lake Frederic. The four-month project was completed on June 14, 2007.

The project was initiated to rebuild the boardwalks after they were destroyed by Hurricane Ivan in 2004. Designed by ValleyCrest Landscape Design in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, (valleycrest.com) and constructed by Nature Bridges, the boardwalks 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.

"We are proud to have the opportunity to provide new boardwalks for the nature trails at Pensacola Naval Air Station," stated JD James, president of Nature Bridges. "Reopening the boardwalks for military personnel and their guests is an important part of the restoration of this area."

About ValleyCrest Companies:
ValleyCrest Companies is an award-winning, multidisciplinary landscape services firm specializing in landscape architecture, master planning, design-build, landscape construction, long term landscape maintenance, horticultural services, and trees. The privately held company, founded in 1949, is based in Calabasas, California with more than 100 offices nationwide. For additional information about ValleyCrest Companies, visit valleycrest.com.

About the Boardwalks in Wetlands Specialists: 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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Byers Family Dream Home is Finally Revealed on Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Legend Homes and Mark Stewart Home Design collaborate to create a safe, energy efficient and beautiful home for the Byers family of Corvallis Oregon, in partnership with the ABC national television program "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition".

Corvallis, OR (PRWEB) July 15, 2007 -- This afternoon, a hectic week of construction came to an end as hundreds of volunteers and spectators stood in anticipation as Ty Pennington of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition enthusiastically shouted, "Move that Bus," and the Byers' green-built dream home was finally revealed.

A beautiful 3,980 square foot, Northwest Contemporary-style home resides where the original home used to sit just one week ago. Complete with four bedrooms and three and one-half bathrooms, this one-story home offers an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings in many of the rooms, including a large great room with a row skylights bringing in rays of natural sunlight. The front of the home has been neatly landscaped with grass and shrubbery accenting the driveway; to the rear of the home, a Koi pond has been installed, providing outdoor serenity as it overlooks the remainder of the two-acres lot.

Mark Stewart worked with the Extreme Makeover Design Team to create the custom home. Stewart was thrilled to finally meet the Byers family last Saturday and was moved beyond words when Mrs. Byers broke down in tears when she discovered that Mark Stewart Home Design would be doing the home. This is Stewart's second design for Extreme Makeover: Home Edition; the first was in Lawton, OKLA.

Out of dozens of Oregon Home Builders, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition chose award-winning, green-certified Legend Homes to help Jenessa "Boey" Byers and her family get the home of their dreams in Oregon's first-ever Extreme Makeover. According to Boey's grandfather, Rachel and Rob Byers have wanted a Legend Home for a long time, but could never afford one due to Boey's rising medical bills. Now, thanks to Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Legend Homes, and Mark Stewart Home Design, the family's dream has become a reality.

Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1965, Legend Homes is the award-winning builder of more than 12,000 home sites, homes, town homes and condominiums in planned communities throughout Portland and Corvallis. Their high-quality, green-built homes are crafted with premium materials to ensure structure strength, better air quality and energy efficiency. With more than 10 communities throughout the region, there are new homes designed to fit the needs of almost any prospective homebuyer. For more information, visit www.legendhomes.com.

Mark Stewart Home Design has been bringing the finest in custom home design and stock plans to the new construction market for over 25 years. The home design firm has been chosen for several prestigious honors, including The Mark Stewart Designers Showcase of Homes, Home Magazine's "Well Crafted Home", the Easter Seals/Century 21 sponsored Lifetime Homes series, several Street of Dreams Award winning homes, a MAME award, among others. Mark Stewart Home Design has become the trendsetter in home design. The firm is recognized as one of the foremost residential designers in North America and throughout the world. Mark Stewart Home Designs can be found in The Czech Republic, Japan, Russia, Switzerland, Africa, Malaysia and Germany.

"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," which has won back-to-back Emmy Awards as Best Reality Program (non-competitive), is entering its 5th 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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Asta Provides Educational Articles to Help Manage Delay and Disruption on Construction Projects

Asta Development pledge to provide educational articles for construction planners to help manage potential delays and disruption on construction projects.

(PRWEB) July 15, 2007 -- Asta Development is to provide educational articles for construction planners to help manage delay and disruption on construction projects.

One of the most topical issues facing construction planners and project managers is how to manage and avoid delay and disruption on construction projects. Project management software (http://www.astadev.com/ ) specialist Asta Development has created an online resource centre (lhttp://www.astadev.com/case_studies/long/delaydisruption.asp ) that focuses on ways to manage and avoid delay and disruption on construction projects.

The resource centre includes articles that explain how planning techniques and construction project management tools (http://www.astadev.com/software/powerproject/index.asp ) such as Asta Powerproject, can help them manage delays more effectively. The articles are written by leading industry experts and provide a useful introduction for newcomers to the subject, as well as more in-depth material for experienced planners.

Topics covered include the three broad categories of delay, who is responsible for the different types of delays that can happen on projects (e.g. contractor or client), and the main techniques for analysing delays and their relative strengths and weaknesses. The role of critical path analysis for delay analysis is also covered, in particular the circumstances when it is effective and the instances when care needs to be taken in interpreting the results.

Michael McCullen, Managing Director of Asta Development, commented: "A proactive approach by contractors and clients to resolving issues relating to delay and disruption as the project progresses is preferable to projects going wrong and ending up in the courts. It is far better to have solid project management and planning processes in place so that extension of time requests can be agreed by the client as the project progresses - ideally on a monthly basis. To do this it is vital that the client is presented with accurate, timely progress reports on actual progress versus the contract programme and that there is greater visibility and openness in project reporting between all parties."

Whilst the advice from Asta is to do everything that it possible to avert costly legal disputes, its construction planning tool (http://www.astadev.com/software/powerproject/index.asp ), Asta Powerproject, has been used successfully by contractors and claims consultants as evidence in many cases. Project records from Asta Powerproject have been used as evidence in a number of high-profile court cases, including Great Eastern Hotel Company Ltd v. John Laing Construction and Skanska Construction UK Ltd v Egger (Barony) Ltd.

Asta Development also provides free online resources relating to Project Portfolio Management (http://www.teamplan.co.uk/products/projectportfoliomanagement.asp) for project management professionals in IT and professional services."

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50 Percent of Sanctuary Falls Sold Out in 48 Hours -– Shaikh Holdings Enjoys Phenomenal Response to Its Project in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai, UAE

The Sanctuary Falls sales launch which took place on July 5th and 6th at the Royal Ballroom, One & Only Royal Mirage has enjoyed a phenomenal response from buyers. In just 48 hours, over 50% of the villas in the project have been sold out.

Dubai, UAE (PRWEB) July 14, 2007 -- The Sanctuary Falls sales launch which took place on July 5th and 6th at the Royal Ballroom, One & Only Royal Mirage has enjoyed a phenomenal response from buyers. In just 48 hours, over 50% of the villas in the project have been sold out. Mr. Shamrez Shaikh, Chief Operations Officer at Shaikh Holdings said: 'We are very pleased with this achievement. We have been investing in Dubai real estate since 2002 and our research has shown that there is strong end-user demand for quality villa communities. This has led us to conceptualize a niche community experience and develop the concept of resort-style living. The success in sales demonstrates the confidence that buyers have shown in our resort home concept.’

The project was well received by both end-users and investors that appreciated the quality of designs and finishes at Sanctuary Falls. Shamrez Shaikh stated: ‘Buyers found it quite refreshing to be able to choose from our gallery of unique architectural styles and interior designs. This ability to customize your home, together with the numerous lifestyle elements that we have provided has made Sanctuary Falls a tremendous success’

Sanctuary Falls has on offer 96 distinctly styled resort homes with traditional, modern and contemporary architecture. Ten floor plan options are available, each with a customized landscaping plan. A number of villa sizes are available which approximately range from 5,600 sq.ft. to 10,600 sq.ft., with prices ranging from AED 7.3 million to 19.7 million.

Shamrez Shaikh added: ‘The feedback we received from savvy Dubai investors was that Sanctuary Falls is a community that they would not only invest in but would also like to call home. This is quite gratifying as we have designed each home with the end-user in mind, not just as a good investment.’

DSA Architects (DSA) are the award-winning architects of Sanctuary Falls that have designed world-class resorts such as the One & Only Royal Mirage, Madinat Jumeirah, Park Hyatt in Dubai and many others worldwide. 40North are the resort landscape architects that have designed the landscaping plans for each of the villas at Sanctuary Falls. Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), world-renowned interior designers of hotel and resorts, have designed the home interiors at Sanctuary Falls.

Each home at Sanctuary Falls has been designed with an arrival water fountain, resort style swimming pool, children’s pool area and fully landscaped gardens. The large swimming pools are detailed with custom water fountains, bench seating, timber bridges and stepping stones over water, to give a true resort atmosphere. The poolside majlis seating area provides a shaded venue for barbeques, while the dining and entertainment terraces have been designed to give ample room for formal outdoor parties.

Although certain resort features are standard with each home, Sanctuary Falls affords homeowners the ability to choose the kind of home they would like to live in. They are able to choose from a variety of views - a cascading waterfall, a lake or a panoramic golf course view. When buyers choose their floor plan they are also able to choose the architectural style they prefer the home to be built in – traditional, modern or contemporary. In addition to this, they are also able to choose from three interior design themes. Each interior design theme allows 2 customized kitchen design options as well. This freedom for each homeowner to add their personal touch is what makes the Sanctuary Falls community unique.

Each home also offers state of the art security and technology systems, and features a custom designed kitchen by Scavolini with appliances. A complete Bang & Olufsen 5.1 channel home theatre package is also provided with each home at Sanctuary Falls. In addition, Quintessentially will provide access to a dedicated concierge for each homeowner. Quintessentially will also dedicate two Quintessentially community representatives, who will devote their time to improving the experience of residents in the Sanctuary Falls community.

For more information:
Shaikh Holdings
The Media Office
PR & Corporate Communications
UAE Toll Free: 800 SHAIKH
Tel: +9714 364 2722
Fax: +9714 367 8054
Email: info @ shaikh-holdings.com
Developer Website: http://www.shaikh-holdings.com
Project Website: http://www.sanctuaryfalls.com

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Estemerwalt Log Homes Featured on CW11 Morning Show in NYC

Estemerwalt Log Homes creates one of the most comprehensive log home packages in the industry, which consists of everything needed to create the dried-in shell of the structure. Estemerwalt offers three log profiles: Milled-D, Round and Half Log.

Honesdale, PA (PRWEB) July 14, 2007 -- Sleepy Honesdale, PA was home to a mini media frenzy on Thursday, as Estemerwalt Log Homes was featured on the morning news show of New York City's CW11. The live correspondence from Estemerwalt Log Homes, featuring the family owned and operated log home company, was hosted by reporter Larry Hoff, who has over a dozen years in front of the camera on New York television, and has carved out a reputation as a reporter who lives on the edge. In addition to the television crew, Editor Peter Becker from the local Wayne Independent newspaper was also there reporting on the excitement.

Estemerwalt Log Homes is a 5th generation family owned company with over 123 years experience in the lumber industry. Owner Kurt Propst & his daughter Elizabeth Reece were thrilled to have all the company in their mill. "It was great to have CW11 visit us so that we could really educate consumers about log homes," said Propst, "The end result of a log home is beautiful of course, but getting there is half the fun!"

CW11 came to Estemerwalt Log Homes to showcase the increasingly popular log home industry. Propst walked reporter Larry Hoff through several processes of milling a log home, which were featured in three different segments on the hour. The 6am segment explained how logs are brought into the mill room and loaded onto the infeed deck; at 7am, the segment showed viewers how the logs are cut to length, how log corners go through the mill and are cut to size. The last segment, at 8am, explained how logs are machined to have matching tongue and groove and then dipped in a mild preservative.

Log home popularity is rising exponentially, and there are more than 500,000 log homes in the United States today. Log homes account for 7% of the custom homebuilding market, and sales figures have more than doubled to $1.7 billion since 1995 - no doubt driven by consumers' increasing demand for energy efficiency. Log homes are environmentally friendly, as wood's thermal mass characteristics often exceed energy efficiency code criteria. Estemerwalt Log Homes offers Eastern White Pine, which is one of the most durable wood species on the planet, naturally resistant to decay, UV damage and insects.

Reporter Larry Hoff seemed to enjoy the excitement and buzz (literally) of the mill, despite not being as risky of some of his other reports. "I may be the best known test dummy in NY" he says. Hoff has climbed 800 feet above the Verrazano Bridge to change light bulbs, hunted for alligators in the depths of the city's sewers, went two rounds with Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini, and joined a crew of steeplejacks atop an 88-story skyscraper, descending 30 stories with them on a single rope.

Estemerwalt Log Homes, on the contrary, has never had any association whatsoever with alligators, and has not boxed with legends. However, to their credit, they've set the standard for excellence in log homes, and, for the past five generations, the Propst family has loved every minute of it. Perhaps now, Larry Hoff can add 'milled an Estemerwalt log home with Kurt Propst' to his resume.

Estemerwalt Log Homes creates one of the most comprehensive log home packages in the industry, which consists of everything needed to create the dried-in shell of the structure. Estemerwalt offers three log profiles: Milled-D, Round and Half Log. For more information on Estemerwalt Log Homes, please call 1.800.515.2060 or visit them online at www.estemerwalt.com. The CW11 Estemerwalt clip can be viewed at www.CW11.com titled "Mill Man" under the CW11 Morning News Larry Hoff Bio.

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Online Home Improvement Directory Heats Things Up in Arizona

Shower Pro USA, a top bathroom remodeler in Arizona, can now be found in All Around the Home, a national home improvement directory. Homeowners can request free estimates from home improvement contractors across the United States at All Around the Home.

Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) July 14, 2007 -- Shower Pro USA, a top bathroom remodeler in Arizona, can now be found in All Around the Home, a national home improvement directory. Homeowners can request free estimates from home improvement contractors across the United States at All Around the Home.

With online mogul All Around the Home (http://www.allaroundthehome.com/) rapidly spreading nationwide to help homeowners find the local contractor just right for their next home improvement project, it's no wonder Arizona's top bathroom remodeler, Shower Pro USA has decided to get in as soon as they could. This new partnership will definitely please residents in the Phoenix and Tucson areas.

Shower Pro (http://www.showerprousa.com/) has made a name for themselves in the bathroom remodeling business in quite a few ways. Their best noted accomplishment is their ability to turn any standard bathtub into a standing shower with doors that go to the floor. This helps to drastically save money when it comes to bathroom remodeling or renovating. Shower Pro services a large amount of the Southwest, with locations in Chandler, Glendale and Tucson, Arizona along with Garland, Texas and Las Vegas, Nevada. Their dedication to giving homeowners beautiful bathrooms can be easily seen by the fact that bathrooms are all they do. These guys aren't just any old general contractor looking for any kind of job. They stick to what they do well, and it shows.

To further reach the residents in their massive service area, Shower Pro has paired with All Around the Home (AATH). This online service caters to homeowners looking for qualified contractors for their bathroom remodeling work (http://www.allaroundthehome.com/remodeling/bathroom/), as well as any other home improvement project such as cabinet refacing (http://www.allaroundthehome.com/services/cabinet/) and plumbing (http://www.allaroundthehome.com/utilities/plumbing/). AATH puts their contractors through a thorough screening process, as well as provides profile pages for all of their clients. This keeps visitors informed about each company, and allows homeowners to individually choose which contractors they would like to contact them for a free estimate. This online resource can be a lifesaver when it comes to finding the right professional for the job.

The combination of these two great companies is sure to benefit homeowners in the Southwest. Home improvement and remodeling jobs are known to cause headaches and be exceptionally stressful. All Around the Home provides a way to avoid most of the unwanted aspects of picking the right contractor for the job, and is why more and more homeowners are turning to the internet for their home improvement needs. With Shower Pro now in the mix, business is sure to be booming.

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Swisstrax Now Offers RIBTRAX Interlocking Floor Tiles for Aircraft Hangars

Swisstrax, Inc., a manufacturing and distribution center for the next generation in flooring, is quickly pacing to become the floor of choice with discerning aviators. We are now offering unique customizable flooring options for the aviation enthusiast. Swisstrax manufactures an interlocking flooring tile that is second to none in durability and ease of care. The Ribtrax flooring tile has a high impact tile design with a compressive strength of up to 5120 psi, a temperature tolerance of up to 248ºF and a roll over tolerance of over 40,000 lbs. An easy and portable solution for your aircraft hangar.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- Swisstrax, Inc., a manufacturing and distribution center for the next generation in flooring, is quickly pacing to become the floor of choice with discerning aviators nationwide. The company offers unique customizable flooring options for the aviation enthusiast.

Swisstrax manufactures an interlocking flooring tile that is second to none in durability and ease of care. The Ribtrax product line is a high impact tile design with a compressive strength of up to 5120 psi, a temperature tolerance of up to 248ºF and a roll over tolerance of over 40,000 lbs. This product is completely portable and can be custom designed for everyday use in your hanger, or to travel with owner and aircraft to specialty events and shows. Ribtrax, with fourteen color choices, is the prime choice for hanger flooring, offering a slip-resistant surface while the open profile allows surface dirt, snow, water, and fluids to flow through. Clean up is a breeze. For the airplane buffs that own their aircraft but lease the hangers, you can install the flooring under your aircraft, but take it with you when the lease is up as it is not put down with any adhesives.

Swisstrax Inc. president, Randy Nelson, stands behind his product with a twelve year warranty. Unlike other options such as concrete flooring or epoxy coating, Ribtrax interlocking floor tiles won't chip, crack, stain or peel, and are not affected by hot tires and most chemicals. No floor stripping or unsightly concrete patches and no wasting time while the floor dries or sets up. The tiles are also designed with a conductive material for anti-static properties. Possibilities are endless, design choices are distinctive. Ribtrax interlocking flooring tiles are the obvious choice for the aviator that desires a polished look for the hanger or a custom portable flooring option for showcasing your pride and joy at air shows.

These are the flooring tiles you have seen at Sun 'N' Fun in Florida and at the EAA Airventure Show in Osh Kosh. Call Swisstrax toll-free 1-866-748-7940 or visit them on the web at www.swisstrax.com for more information or to request samples.

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Patio Enclosures, Inc. Receives U.S. Patent for Picket Screen Enclosure System™ to Enclose a Balcony

Patio Enclosures, Inc. was awarded a US Patent on May 29, 2007 for a new, economical product designed to enclose a balcony in commercial and residential applications.

Macedonia, Ohio (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- Patio Enclosures, Inc., the leading sunroom company in North America, was awarded a US Patent on May 29, 2007 for a new, economical product designed to enclose a balcony in commercial and residential applications.

The Picket Screen Enclosure System is especially suited to residences and multi-story dwellings and is the first product of its kind to incorporate an extruded aluminum safety railing into the structural framework of a screen enclosure. This eliminates the need for an additional railing sub-contractor or vendor to enclose a balcony, saving time and money while providing a single-point source for supply and installation. As with every Patio Enclosures, Inc. sunroom product, each Picket Screen Enclosure System is custom-manufactured to fit virtually any sized opening.

Other benefits of the Picket Screen Enclosure System include providing homeowners with a safe, insect-free sunroom environment, while increasing the value and desirability of the property. Builders will like the modest cost, thus increasing sales margins, while offering expanded outdoor living space.

The Picket Screen Enclosure System was invented by Tony Bouquot, Patio Enclosures, Inc. Director of Engineering, and Jerry DeLiberato, Vice President, Commercial Sunroom Products, a division of Patio Enclosures, Inc.

Founded in 1966, Patio Enclosures, Inc. (www.patioenc.com) is headquartered in Macedonia, Ohio and has 700 employees. The employee-owned company has branches, franchises and dealers located throughout North America and is the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms, solariums, and conservatories for commercial and residential markets. Commercial Sunroom Products (CSP), a division of Patio Enclosures, Inc., is a leading manufacturer and installer of glazed structures for commercial and institutional applications.

For more information, contact:
Reginald Carter, Public Relations
Patio Enclosures, Inc.
750 East Highland Road
Macedonia, Ohio 44056
phone (330)468-0700 ext. 2278
fax (330) 908-1123

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Remodeling contractor respondents had to shop in at least 2 of the 'Big Box' stores within the last twelve months to qualify for participation in the blind, out-bound-telephone study. No form of compensation was provided for respondents' cooperation. Test

Free design idea catalog on Concrete Driveways is available to download and print at www.ConcreteNetwork.com. Includes 12 pages filled with color photos, design options and possibilities for creating the perfect driveway.

Yucaipa, CA (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 - With Summer remodels in full effect, homeowners are not only focusing on the interior of the home, but on the exteriors as well, including updating the driveway. It wasn't long ago when deciding on a driveway material was easy: asphalt or concrete. Today, the concrete choice has expanded to include decorative concrete. The Concrete Network, the largest and most comprehensive source for concrete information on the web, offers a free downloadable catalog, Concrete Driveways for homeowners, designers, and builders looking for ideas for decorative concrete applications.

Pages are filled with all of the necessary information to make an educated decision regarding your concrete driveway make-over. Included are full color photos, and design options in using decorative stamps, stains, sawcut patterns, color options and much more.

"The owner invests a great deal of money and pride in their home. A beautiful patterned driveway and entry is the first thing one sees when arriving and greatly enhances the value and beauty of the home," said Mark Foreman, Apex Concrete Designs, Inc.

The options for concrete driveways are endless and can be designed to enhance the home's exterior detail and existing landscape. With the simple addition of a stamp pattern, resembling stone, brick, tile, flagstone or slate patterns, the driveway exudes curb appeal, attracting on-lookers to take notice. Custom colors and stains can also be applied to add character and complement the exterior stucco and other elements of the home.

Established in 1999, The Concrete Network's purpose is to educate consumers, builders, and contractors on popular decorative techniques and applications. These include stamped concrete, stained concrete floors, concrete countertops, polished concrete, and much more. In June 2007 The Concrete Network Website had over 1.2 million 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 regional areas throughout North America.

Article photo courtesy of Artistic Hardscapes. Attached photos courtesy of Apex Concrete Designs Inc.

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Big Box' Stores & Remodeling Contractors: Scorecard Announced

A comprehensive study of 1004 remodeling contractors who entered and/ or made purchases from Home Depot, Lowe's, and Menards 'Big Box' stores within the past twelve months has just been completed by the Minneapolis, Minnesota based building materials market research firm Market Resource Associates, Inc. (MRA). Menards rated highest with remodeling contractors overall.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- A comprehensive study of 1004 remodeling contractors who entered and/ or made purchases from Home Depot, Lowe's, and Menards 'Big Box' stores within the past twelve months has just been completed by the Minneapolis, Minnesota based building materials market research firm Market Resource Associates, Inc. (MRA).

Remodeling contractor respondents had to shop in at least 2 of the 'Big Box' stores within the last twelve months to qualify for participation in the blind, out-bound-telephone study. No form of compensation was provided for respondents' cooperation. Tested were 56 key metropolitan markets within the 48 contiguous United States between January 17th and June 1st of 2007. The markets and resulting quotas were selected based upon published remodeling activity in 2006.

According to MRA president John Cashmore, the comprehensive study (126 pages in total) rates the 3 'Big Box' competitors on 80 different product categories and criteria. Some of these categories include:
- Absolute best value as a 'Big Box' for remodeling contractor customers by product classification
- What stores did they enter but not purchase?
- Quality of products at each 'Big Box' store versus value
- 'Big Box' leader for new products
- Purchasing behavior and 'Big Box' store selection are also shown by the following respondent demographic information:

- Age
- Gender
- Educational Level
- Total Sales of Remodeling Firm
- Metropolitan Market

This study is available for purchase at $995, and readers will see how Menards had the highest overall ratings between the three competitors.

The next study to be conducted by MRA will examine professional painting contractors, and their purchasing venues by product type.

Based in Minneapolis since 1990, Market Resource Associates is a full-service market research consultancy specializing in the residential and commercial building materials, lawn and garden, kitchen and bath and related fields. For more information or to purchase your copy of the study, contact Matthew Brown at 800-795-3056.

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Home Remodeling Trends Show Game Rooms Are Rising in Popularity

Game Rooms aren't just a luxury for the rich and famous anymore. Homeowners are thinking larger and spending more to create the ultimate entertainment haven in their home.

Portland, Ore. (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 - ReliableRemodeler.com, a leading home remodeling resource for homeowners providing a trusted connection between homeowners and local contractors is announcing the findings of their recent homeowner survey. The results show that homeowners planning room additions have game rooms in mind.

A pool table, entertainment systems, a bar and video games are the most popular choices for creating a homeowner's ultimate game room. Of the homeowners surveyed sixty percent stated they would want to include a pool table as they begin their game room project. Video games were the most popular activity for homeowners who already had a game room, with forty seven percent claiming to have them. The full survey results can be found on ReliableRemodeler.com.

"Consumers are continuing the trend of making their home a haven," Eric Doebele, President of ReliableRemodeler.com, stated. "The home is becoming the preferred place for family activities and for entertaining friends. The rise in game room additions are also a reflection of the increase in popularity of games from poker to pool to ping pong. In addition to a wise investment it adds to the homeowners' lifestyle."

Game rooms are the newest trend creeping into homes across America. Over fourteen percent of survey participants said they already had a game room in their home. While kitchen and bathroom remodeling might still be at the top of the list for most requested remodel and addition projects, game rooms are continually increasing in popularity.

About ReliableRemodeler.com:
ReliableRemodeler.com is a leading nation wide home improvement contractor referral service working to bring together homeowners and contractors. To date, the company has matched over 200,000 homeowners with home improvement projects to quality, local contractors. Besides homeowners, the company targets over 1.2 million home improvement and remodeling contractors in the United States, providing them access to quality home improvement leads using proprietary matching technologies.
Both homeowners looking to start a home improvement project, or contractors who want to start receiving qualified leads, can visit our website, ReliableRemodeler.com.

For information about this press release or about ReliableRemodeler.com please contact:
Paige Thomas or e-mail protected from spam bots.

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Detroit, MI Area

BidClerk's daily update of Michigan construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Detroit, MI area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Detroit, MI - DaimlerCrysler Jefferson North Assembly Plant - Body Shop Expansion, 2101 Conner St., manufacturing facility expansion, August 2007, $20 million. Project ID: 632472

Ann Arbor, MI - CitiCentre Lofts, 401 East Washington St., 171,125-square-foot high rise, August 2007, $23.5 million. Project ID: 622520

Lincoln Park, MI - Taco Bell / Lincoln Park, 2,178-square-foot restaurant renovation, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 637897

Novi, MI - Papyrus #137 / Novi, 27500 Novi Road, 3,000-square-foot retail store, August 2007, $150,000. Project ID: 617791

Troy, MI - Bharatiya Temple Expansion - Phase I, 6850 N Adams Road, religious facility expansion, August 2007, $9 million. Project ID: 430508

BidClerk.com is the only Search Engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bids all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Leica Geosystems Next-Generation HDS6000 Laser Scanner Pulses into Canada

First Sale to Point Geomatics Ushers in New Era in Laser Scanning

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- The Leica HDS6000 3D laser scanner has now pulsed its way into the Canadian market. Leica Geosystems delivered Canada's first Leica HDS6000 high-definition scanner to Point Geomatics, a laser-scanning service company based in Calgary, Alberta. The sale not only marks the next-generation scanner's first foray into Canada, it's a significant testament to the steadily growing high-definition laser-scanning movement in Canada.

"Delivering the HDS6000 to Point Geomatics is very exciting for us because this new technology stands to usher in a whole new era in the laser scanning business," said Peter Hettstedt, Vice President and General Manager of Leica Geosystems Canada. "Point Geomatics is one of the premier laser scanner service providers in Canada. We're very proud that they've selected Leica Geosystems for their equipment needs and we hope to continue our strong working relationship for many years to come."

Replacing the popular Leica HDS4500 scanner, the compact Leica HDS6000 offers several major technological advances such as new tilt sensing, higher point accuracies and 50 percent greater range designed to increase the versatility, portability, and productivity of ultra high-speed, phase-based laser scanning for many as-built survey applications. As an exclusively Leica laser-scanning service company for the past three years, Chris Tucker, President of Point Geomatics, said the technological advancements of the Leica HDS6000 would enable his company to offer better efficiency and better solutions to his clients.

"Leica Geosystems is the benchmark by which all other survey instruments have been measured," said Tucker. "The HDS6000 can acquire half a million points a second and it runs 250 times faster than my previous Leica scanner. With engineering companies beginning to recognize the value in laser scanning efficiency and data detail, the increased efficiency, productivity and survey information provided by the HDS6000 is a significant selling point to those customers."

Hettstedt agrees. "Laser scanning has really started to become mainstream to the point where many customers who are offering this service are needing to order second and third scanners to keep up with the demand."

Having just landed in Alberta, the next-generation scanner is already heading East. According to Hettstedt, Queens University in Kingston, Ontario has also ordered the Leica HDS6000.

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.

About Point Geomatics: Based in Calgary, Alberta, Point Geomatics Ltd. is a professional surveying and geomatics engineering firm dedicated to, and specializing in, the accurate and complete data collection of 3D laser scanning. Point is registered with the Alberta Land Surveyors’ Association and the Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta. For more information about Point and its services, contact: http://www.pointgeomatics.ca

Leica Geosystems Inc.
Andre Ribeiro
Director of Marketing
Leica Geosystems Inc.
Atlanta, GA 30092
Phone: + (770) 3269557
Web Site: www.leica-geosystems.us

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COOLWALL Systems® Increasingly Popular in Public Buildings

From 50-year-old affordable housing units in Key West, to brand new university buildings in Ave Maria, FL, a growing number of public structures in Florida are being protected by an innovative energy-saving coating system that is based on heat reflective technology originally developed for use by the military.

Panama City, Fla. (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- From 50-year-old affordable housing units in Key West, to brand new university buildings in Ave Maria, FL, a growing number of public structures in Florida are being protected by an innovative energy-saving coating system that is based on heat reflective technology originally developed for use by the military.

The new coating technology offers significant long-term advantages to building operators, ranging from reduced air-conditioning costs to extended life span with minimal maintenance, according to Jay Haines, president and chief executive officer of Textured Coatings of America, Inc.. His Panama City-based company is one of the nation's leading providers of energy-saving infrared reflective wall finishes.

"Like everyone else, those who are responsible for building or updating public facilities are increasingly interested in technologies that can help them reduce their energy consumption," said Haines. "This is especially true in warm climates such as Florida's."

Because of this growing interest, TCA's TEX•COTE® SUPER•COTE™ COOLWALL Systems® have been selected for use in a diverse array of public facilities, in both new construction and renovations, according to Haines.

"Our recent public projects have ranged from 50-year old residential buildings to brand new warehouses and libraries," he said.

For example, over the past two years the Key West Housing Authority has applied the COOLWALL® system to more than two dozen buildings in Poinciana Place, which were originally built as U.S. Navy housing facilities in the 1950s. After sitting unused for a number of years, the buildings were given to housing authority for use as affordable housing in the late 1990s, and have been undergoing a systematic renovation process since then.

Altogether, Textured Coatings of America has applied the TEX•COTE® SUPER•COTE™ COOLWALL System® to 28 Poinciana Place buildings, Haines said. He pointed out that tests by the U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory show that COOLWALL® coatings can reduce air-conditioning expenses by as much as 21.9* percent for residential structures.

"In addition to offering obvious advantages for renovations and restorations such as Poinciana Place, COOLWALL® technology is also ideally suited for new construction applications," Haines added. For example, the heat-reflective coating system has been applied to more than a half-dozen new university buildings in Ave Maria, a completely new town being created in Southwest Florida to attract residents who share traditional Catholic values.

Ave Maria builders chose the COOLWALL® system for a variety of high-profile buildings on the community's centerpiece university campus including a library, gymnasium and physical plant.

"Whether it's a brand new community such as Ave Maria, or the renovation of decades-old structures, the COOLWALL® system offers a number of important advantages in public buildings," Haines said.

The technology that makes the COOLWALL® coatings is based on heat reflective technology that was originally developed to reduce the heat signature of military aircraft and other vehicles, Haines explained. Since these coatings' increased reflectivity occurs primarily in the infrared spectrum, which is invisible to the naked eye, the COOLWALL® colors look the same as a traditional finish.

"By reflecting infrared radiation rather than absorbing it, COOLWALL® coatings dramatically reduce the load on a building's air-conditioning system," Haines explained. A year-long series of tests found that the COOLWALL® coating's revolutionary heat reflective finish reduced exterior wall temperatures by as much as 40* degrees Fahrenheit when compared to traditional paints and coatings in the same color, and also lowered interior temperatures by significant amounts.

In addition to energy savings, the DOE tests also showed that infrared reflective coatings are significantly more fade resistant, even in darker colors. That advantage is of critical importance in public buildings, Haines said, since the SUPER•COTE™ finish can last for decades without fading, flaking, peeling, or chipping.

"TEX•COTE® SUPER•COTE™ coatings are 10 times thicker on average than ordinary paint, and can more than double the lifecycle of traditional paint or coating," Haines said. They also can reduce stress or "building fatigue" by minimizing the expansion and contraction of the building's exterior due to temperature fluctuations - thus extending the building's usable life while reducing maintenance costs over the years.

"The combination of long-term energy savings and reduced life-cycle cost is proving to be very attractive to those who are responsible for building or renovating public structures," Haines said.

Textured Coatings of America created the COOLWALL Systems® fan deck with over 570 heat reflective colors, which can be applied to virtually any type of surface including concrete, stucco, wood, masonry and fiber cement. The coatings are sold exclusively through qualified dealers and contractors throughout the United States.

Textured Coatings of America, Inc. has been one of the leading manufacturers of specialty coatings in the world since 1961. The company's products are used on some of the most prestigious buildings, landmarks and homes throughout the world, and have met stringent federal standards for use on military bases. TCA has manufacturing plants in California and Florida, with distribution points located throughout the United States, Canada and many other countries. For more information on TEX•COTE systems or dealership opportunities, call 800-454-0340; write to Textured Coatings of America, Inc. at 2422 E. 15th Street, Panama City, FL, 32405-6348; or visit the company's web site at www.texcote.com.

Contact: Sonia M. Nassery
Creative Connection,
305-493-1181 ext. 305

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FreePoolQuotes.com Ranks Jacksonville as Top Florida City Building Pools

FreePoolQuotes.com, Florida's leading provider of free swimming pool quotes, announced that Jacksonville continues to be the leading city in Florida building pools. With hundreds of quote requests in the past few months, FreePoolQuotes.com is keeping swimming pool contractors and builders in Jacksonville very busy.

Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) July 13, 2007 -- FreePoolQuotes.com, Florida's leading provider of free swimming pool quotes, announced that Jacksonville continues to be the leading city in Florida building pools. With hundreds of quote requests in the past few months, FreePoolQuotes.com is keeping swimming pool contractors and builders in Jacksonville very busy.

"Since the start of summer, our numbers have doubled," said Gregg Weiss, President of FreePoolQuotes.com. "We have connected more homeowners with pool builders in Jacksonville than any other city in the state. We live by our motto -- when pool builders compete, you swim!"

There are over one hundred swimming pool contractors and builders in the greater Jacksonville area, which makes it difficult to pick the most reliable for consumers and creates heavy competition amongst vendors.

"We joined FreePoolQuotes.com because we realized that homeowners today are searching on the internet more than ever for reliable pool builders," said Don Hudson, President of Water Planet Pools in Jacksonville, Florida. "FreePoolQuotes.com is a major part of our online advertising strategy. Since signing up for the service, we've closed several deals and continue to receive qualified leads every month."

FreePoolQuotes.com answers questions such as:

What are the range of costs when looking to build a new swimming pool?
What tips will help me when hiring a swimming pool contractor?
What is a Concrete, Fiberglass or Vinyl Liner Pool?
Are pool builders in the FreePoolQuotes.com Network Licensed and Insured?
Do you recommend anyone for pool financing, swimming schools, baby gate installers or screen enclosure companies?

About FreePoolQuotes.com

FreePoolQuotes.com is Florida's leading provider of free swimming pool quotes. FreePoolQuotes.com provides homeowners with an easy online form to complete. Within 24 hours, homeowners will be contacted by up to 5 local, licensed and insured pool companies, ready to answer any questions about your pool project and provide you with free pool quotes.

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July 12, 2007

Taycasavillas Furnishing Customers With Perfect Property Investment Opportunity

Overseas Property Specialists Taycasavillas are giving away £7,500 worth of furniture to every customer purchasing one of their exclusive Dalaman Gardens apartments.

(PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Property Investment Specialists Taycasavillas are offering customers purchasing one of their exclusive Dalaman Gardens apartments £7,500 worth of furnishings until July 31, 2007.

This amazing offer comes as the first phase of the luxury development nears completion with only a handful of properties still available for purchase in an area declared as a 1st degree tourism region by the Economist (Turkeys equivalent of Times Magazine). When buying an apartment through Taycasavillas in the Dalaman Gardens development, the property will be fully and tastefully furnished and full air conditioning will be installed in every room, compliments of Taycasavillas.

An 18 billion Dollar Tourism Project is planned for Dalaman with 3 billion Dollars being allocated to infrastructural developments such as Dalaman Airport, the areas 3 Marinas and an astounding 18 hole golf course, all factors making the area a real estate hot bed for buyers and investors alike.

The Dalaman Gardens development itself enjoys stunning accolade winning architecture and offers buyers all the luxuries associated with the perfect property abroad and of course, buying a property in Dalaman in the current market climate will ensure excellent capital growth and residual income potential and with a 2 bedroom en-suite apartment costing only £57,850, there has been no better time than now to buy a property in Turkey.

Dalaman itself is a little Turkish Mediterranean town on the south of the coastal road but most holiday visitors just pass through Dalaman Airport and on to their destination.

The Ministry of Culture declared Dalaman as a touristic resort at the beginning of 2005 and many travel agencies have begun to invest and build 5 star hotels along the wonderful coastline.

The airport's new terminal is due to be completed this season, which means direct flights to Dalaman airport from many more European cities. After the expansion the airport will have a capacity of 10 million visitors. This will be the third largest international capacity in Turkey. Many tourists will have more opportunities to spend their holidays in and around Dalaman all year round.

Dalaman boasts one of the most beautiful Mediterranean beaches around, with 10 km of pure white sand, crystal blue waters and pine-covered slopes. Along with the beaches there are many other attractions in the area: Sulphur thermals (ı.e. mud baths, skin therapy), rafting on the Dalaman river, camping, scuba diving, water sport utilities, a lake, hunting and fishing.

Dalaman looks set to be the next property hot spot in Turkey.

Secure the perfect property investment in Turkey and reserve off-plan for a refundable/transferable deposit of £2,000.

Contact Taycasa Villas on +44 (0)800 0086 721 or visit Taycasavillas for more information.

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RealistExpo Opens Up Turkish Real Estate Market to Investors

RealistExpo organized by Atilim Fuarcilik in Istanbul, Turkey between September 27 - 30, 2007 is the first ever real estate trade show in Turkey. Around 70.000 visitors are expected to attend the trade show where 100 participating domestic and international companies will exhibit Turkish real estate investment opportunities.

New York, NY (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- The Turkish real estate market has been labeled as "one of the hottest in Europe" by publications such as Business Week and FT Business. The interest in Turkish real estate is so pronounced that the Real Estate Summit organized in 2006 attracted more than 3000 foreign investors.

In order to cater to that interest, the first ever real estate trade show, RealistExpo is being organized in Istanbul, Turkey by Atilim Fuarcilik on September 27 -- 30, 2007, bringing together domestic and foreign investors, land developers, bankers and government urban planners. RealistExpo has roughly 100 exhibitors and around 70.000 visitors are expected to attend the trade show in its first year.

There are solid reasons behind this interest in the Turkish real estate market. Turkey has on average 30 to 50% lower property prices on the Mediterranean coast compared to Spain, France and Italy. The cost of living in Turkey is also 40 to 60% less compared to Continental Europe. The newly introduced mortgage system, the expectation of Turkey to join the European Union in the future and good returns on real estate investments make this market very attractive.

"Our goal is to turn RealistExpo into one of the most prestigious real estate trade shows in the world," say Suer Ay and Salim Sahin, partners of Atilim Fuarcilik. The web site http://www.realistexpo.com , prepared for the trade show, includes detailed information about the event, participating companies and also provides an opportunity to register online.

About Atilim Fuarcilik - Established as an events organization and publishing company in 1997, Atilim has organized more than 140 fairs in more than 20 countries focused on textile, construction, electronics and nutrition. For further information please visit http://www.atilimfuar.com

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Slide-Lok Selects HyLoft Ceiling Storage as Supplier of Overhead Storage Systems for Dealer Network

Garage cabinets and garage flooring market leader Slide-Lok forges ahead with yet another strategic partnership. Announces HyLoft Ceiling Storage as principal supplier of overhead storage systems to Slide-Lok's North American Dealer network.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Two of the top market share leaders in the nearly $2 billion garage interiors and home storage industries have aligned to offer Slid-Lok's dealer network with overhead storage, actualizing Slide-Lok's goal of providing its dealer network and customers with a complete garage interiors storage solution.

As visionary leaders in the garage interiors industry, Slide-Lok and HyLoft have a long history of collaborating on industry "firsts." Several years ago at the National Association of Home Builder's conference, Slide-Lok and HyLoft teamed up to display their idea of the "complete garage storage solution." Within their exhibit Slide-Lok displayed its patented plywood garage cabinets, wall storage and garage flooring while HyLoft exhibited several adaptations of their Super Pro ceiling and wall storage units. This revolutionary demonstration became the impetus for today's explosive growth in the number of dealers offering multi-product line garage storage solutions across North America.

Fast forward to 2007 and these two industry giants are now in a position to offer the complete garage storage solution to all of Slide-Lok's customers. Brian Strayer, president of Slide-Lok, explains, "Adding overhead storage to our garage cabinets and garage floor coatings product lines was a priority for 2007. In looking for the right partner, we knew we had to stay true to our commitment to quality and to providing great technical support and training for our dealers and HyLoft fits the bill. Moreover, given our past collaboration with HyLoft, it only made sense to establish a strategic partnership with them that will continue to add future value to our product line and our North American dealer network."

HyLoft's SVP and general manager Dan Lett stated, "HyLoft is pleased to be a part of Slide-Lok's rapid expansion. Our Super Pro ceiling storage line offers the perfect complement to Slide-Lok's quality garage cabinets and garage storage products and helps Slide-Lok's dealers provide a comprehensive storage solution to their customers."

For more information on Slide-Lok garage cabinets, garage floor coating systems, garage storage and their patented, innovative design advantages, 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 flooring system featuring FLEXMAR Coatings, LLC polymer extended polyaspartic polyurea garage floor coatings feature a 1 day all weather 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 aesthetics consumers have come to expect from Slide-Lok.

Slide-Lok's dealer network includes more than 150 dealers across the United States and Canada.

About Hyloft:
HyLoft is the premier global supplier of overhead storage products and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV. HyLoft created the ceiling storage category within the home and organization industry. Its award winning designs have afforded HyLoft seven utility and design patents. HyLoft manufactures numerous versions of the durable all steel overhead storage systems as well as many new and innovative storage products. HyLoft maintains an exclusive line of storage products that are only available through the dealer segment while also supplying its retail line to home improvement centers such as The Home Depot and Lowes.
For more information on HyLoft and their patented overhead storage products contact HyLoft directly at 800-990-6003 or visit them on the web at www.hyloft.com.

Contact:
Jason W. Jantzen 800-835-1759
Slide-Lok Headquarters

Media Contact:
Aric Zion, 480-751-1007 (x108)
Zion & Zion
www.zionandzion.com

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Bauxite and Alumina Market to Reach 250 Million Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Global Bauxite and Alumina Market is projected to reach 251 million metric tons by 2010. Prevailing conditions in the aluminum market play a significant role in determining demand for both bauxite and alumina. Bauxite represents the largest product segment, capturing a market share of about 76% for 2006. Australia occupies the highest market share of 32% in the global alumina production for 2006, followed by Latin America.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the fastest growing as well as the largest Bauxite and Alumina Market with a share of about 43% for 2006. Europe, the second largest market, is projected to register sales of 52 million metric tons by 2010.

Bauxite ore is an important mineral used in producing alumina, the raw material that is in turn used for producing aluminum. Approximately 85% of Bauxite is converted into alumina, 5% is used in non-metallurgical bauxite applications, and the remaining 10% is utilized in other applications. Leading countries contributing for about 70% of the total mined bauxite include Australia, Guinea, Brazil and Jamaica. On the other hand, Australia, the United States, China and Jamaica account for approximately 60% of the world's alumina production.

Though there has been a decline in demand for refractories over the years, application of alumina in end-use continues to remain strong owing to its better performance. The same is the case in application of both alumina and bauxite in the abrasives industry. High performance materials would influence the demand for both bauxite and alumina in future. The application of alumina trihydrate in flame-retardants, and calcined alumina in electronic ceramics and bioceramics, is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.

GIA's comprehensive research report titled "Bauxite and Alumina: A Global Strategic Business Report" analyzes similar market trends with hard-to-find data and analytics for key regions such as the United States, China, Japan, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, and others alongside up and coming markets such as Latin America and the Rest of World.

The study also sheds light on trends, issues, import and export dynamics prevalent in the industry. Also discussed is the competitive analysis of leading manufacturers in the bauxite and alumina industry, amply illustrated with numerous data rich, market data tables depicting major research findings. Demand patterns quantified in volume terms across major product segments include, Bauxite (Metallurgical Bauxite and Non-Metallurgical Bauxite) and Alumina (Metallurgical Alumina and Non-Metallurgical Alumina).

Comalco, Alcoa of Australia Limited, Queensland Alumina Ltd., Rio Tinto Ltd. and BHP Billiton Ltd. along with Worsley Alumina are the major producers of bauxite and alumina in Australia. Leading producers of the aluminum raw materials in India are Nalco, Indal and Hindalco. The report offers detailed profiles of the dominating players in the US market - Aluminum Company of America, Kaiser Aluminum Corporation, and Century Aluminum Co., among others. RUSAL of Russia, Alusuisse Group of Switzerland, Norsk Hydro of Norway, and several other regional players are also profiled in the report. The study enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities, and is an easy guide to What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who of the industry.

For complete description of this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-2019.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Email press @ StrategyR.com
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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Manganese Market to Exceed 11.6 Million Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

World Manganese Market is projected to reach 11.6 million metric tons by 2010. Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) is the largest and fastest growing market projected to consume 5.3 million metric tons of manganese by 2010. With the emergence of two rising Asia-Pacific giants and world's fastest growing economies, China and India, demand for manganese is expected to increase over the next few years because of rising steel consumption in both the countries. Europe is the second largest region likely to account for an estimated 26.3% of total manganese consumption in 2006.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Manganese is one of the world's most abundant element and the twelfth most available mineral in the earth's crust. Gabon, South Africa, Australia, Brazil, and Ukraine are the countries that account for more than 80% of manganese resources. China, South Africa, Gabon, Australia, and Brazil are some of the leading manganese producing countries.

Manganese alloys consumption is estimated to account for over 84% of total manganese consumption in 2006. SiMn alloy is the fastest and largest manganese alloy that is projected to grow at a CAR of 4% over the forecast period 2001-2010. Asia-Pacific, the largest and fastest growing region for ferro manganese and silico manganese alloys, is projected to consume 1.6 million metric tons and 2.2 million metric tons respectively by 2010.

Manganese is mostly used in steel production. Total manganese consumption by the steel industry is projected to grow at a CAR of 3.1% over the forecast period 2001-2010. More than 80% of manganese produced across the world is consumed by steel. Therefore, manganese consumption is mainly based on steel demand and is directly influenced by the steel industry. Over the past three years, as steel witnessed an increase both in production and demand, manganese consumption also increased simultaneously. Demand for steel has been rising due to ongoing economic boom leading to rapid growth in various industries in the world's two largest populous countries in Asia-Pacific, China and India, with simultaneous increase in production leading to wide fluctuations is steel prices. Other countries in Asia-Pacific such as Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan; Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Latin America have witnessed an increase in steel consumption. Further, steel industry is also going through consolidation mode with some of the two biggest acquisitions in the past ten months. With increase in steel consumption in China, many manganese production facilities have been established in the country in recent past. As China and India exhibited phenomenal economic growth for past four years with rapid expansion in almost all the industries, changing lifestyle, increasing disposable income, changing consumer thinking, rising consumption, and various other factors; demand for steel witnessed an increase leading to an increase in manganese demand. This trend is expected to continue for another five years after which demand is expected to stabilize.

Ferro Manganese and Silico Manganese are the two forms of manganese that are widely used in steel production. Percentage of carbon present in these alloys is of primary importance for steel production. Apart from steel, batteries such as lithium and dry cell batteries also consume manganese at the time of their production.

GIA's comprehensive research report titled "Manganese: A Global Strategic Business Report" analyzes similar market trends with hard-to-find data and analytics for key regions such as the United States, Canada, Japan, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, and others alongside up and coming markets of Asia-Pacific.

The study also sheds light on trends, issues, and price dynamics prevalent in the industry. Also discussed are competitive analysis of leading manufacturers in the manganese industry, amply illustrated with numerous data rich, market data tables depicting major research findings (market share, mine production, and reserve base among others). Demand patterns quantified in volume terms across major product segments include, Alloys (FeMn, SiMn, Refined FeMn, and Non-Ferrous Alloys), and Compounds (Oxides, Sulphates, and Chlorides). Dominant global forces in the market are Assmang Ltd., CVRD, and Compania Minera Autlan, among others. In addition to the global leaders, the report offers detailed profiles of the dominating players in the South African manganese market - Compagnie Miniere De L'ogooue, Samancor Limited, and Manganese Metal Company, among others. Carus Chemical Company of the US, Nippon Denko Company Ltd. of Japan, Eramet SA of France, and Companhia Paulista de Ferro Ligas of Latin America, and several other regional players are also profiled in the report. The study enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities, and is an easy guide to What, Why, When, How, Where, and Who of the industry.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-2641.asp

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., (GIA) is a reputed publisher of off-the-shelf market research. Founded in 1987, the company is globally recognized as one of the world's largest market research publishers. The company employs more than 700 people worldwide and publishes more than 880 full-scale research reports each year. Additionally, the company also offers a range of more than 60,000 smaller research products including company reports, market trend reports and industry reports encompassing all major industries worldwide.

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
Email press @ StrategyR.com
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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Obelisk International Puts Climate Change at the Heart of its Property Investment Strategy

Obelisk International brings ecologically sound investments to the forefront of the property market.

Marbella, Spain (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Obelisk International is proud to be involved in a unique opportunity in Bulgaria known as Seven Lakes. The development provides clients with an excellent investment that also uses eco-friendly construction methods. The developers of Seven Lakes have worked in conjunction with The CarbonNeutral Company to offset emissions caused by construction and to bring a balance between convergence and contraction of Co2 gases. All of the major material for this development is locally sourced to avoid extensive shipping and transportation costs and to drastically reduce the pollution caused by long distance, fuel consuming travel.

"Ensuring more efficient and careful use of building materials has an added bonus within construction as the action reduces costs" says Stephen Prior from Forest Carbon. "New buildings offer the opportunity to improve materials and designs using sustainably grown timber frames and walls that are more environmentally friendly and in many cases are classed as carbon neutral in comparison to modern materials. The construction industry, perhaps more than any other, is well placed to take the lead on playing an influential role in reducing the causes of climate change."

In the first major policy commitment of his campaign, Gordon Brown announced plans for five new "eco towns" with up to 100,000 low carbon or carbon neutral homes. In his comments Gordon Brown stated "It is quite new in the dimensions, it is quite new in also the imagination I think we have in combining the environment and the gains we can make in the environment with housing." This gives a clear indication to the industry that there is support for eco-friendly and cost effective housing and provides strong encouragement for developers to create innovative eco-friendly designs by using renewable resources.

As a direct consequence of the unique approach to a Global Industry, Obelisk International's operational procedures have enabled us to reduce our Co2 emissions and more importantly the impact on the environment. Obelisk International believes that this environmentally responsible model sets the standard within the industry and includes: Using high quality E-Format investment brochures, discouragement of superfluous inspection trips, excludes the use of company cars and operates a non shop window policy. Obelisk International is able to deliver this pure approach and ensure meticulous due diligence and investment tangibility.

The Seven Lakes development is situated within the breathtaking Rila Mountain range with one of the finest ski resorts and Golf Club & Spa in Bulgaria. The golf club features the first Nicklaus Design course in South East Europe and will meet the standards of both the PGA and Royal St Andrews. The facilities will include an 18 hole course, a practice range with six short par 3 holes and a short 9 game area, a clubhouse with restaurant, member's room, pro shop, general store and a spa centre. There are also a provision for shopping centres and restaurants to be built within the surrounding area.

In line with Obelisk International's unparalleled commitment to quality and excellent returns, Seven Lakes demonstrates exceptional quality and eco-friendly standards whilst being an astute, secure and viable property investment. The Rila Mountain area boasts a vast array of tourism all year round and as such will provide a consistent, high value rental income. In addition to external tourism, the capital of Sofia generates prolific internal tourism to the area and will capture the high end, luxury holiday market. This extraordinary opportunity will encompass dependable growth with the added assurance of a minimal impact on the environment.

For more information on Seven Lakes and to find out about Obelisk International's forthcoming projects, contact our sales department
+34 952 820 319.

About Obelisk International

Obelisk International offers investors opportunities for investment in various selected real estate projects from around the world. Their investors are offered involvement in ventures that create unrivalled opportunity, potential and ultimately, return on investment. The service they provide to investors is based upon three key aims: price, profit and performance.

Contact
Press contact: Santiago Sanchez-Lozano, Marketing Manager, Obelisk International.
+34 952820 319
Or
Visit our website: www.obeliskinternational.com

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The Berke Group Announces the Addition of its Sales Practice to Address Declining New Home Sales

The Berke Group announced today the addition of its sales consulting practice with initial services offered to the homebuilding industry in which The Berke Group has been operating for over three decades.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- The Berke Group is pleased to announce the addition of its sales consulting practice, with an initial roll-out of services to a select number of clients in the homebuilding industry. As a "thought leader" in sales strategy, The Berke Group offers a comprehensive program of new home sales training designed to improve the effectiveness of its clients' sales organizations by providing the systems, knowledge and skills necessary to maximize sales success in a competitive and changing environment.

Martin Freedland, Founder and CEO of The Berke Group, states that, "New Home Sales Consultants as a group have been quite successful for a number of years and have been able to 'cream the traffic' and 'take orders' as demand for housing has been very good in many markets." "However," notes Freedland, "Sales Consultants today are faced with far fewer prospects, tougher negotiations and a continuous flow of negative media reports -- previously successful Sales Consultants are now failing to meet expectations."

The Berke Group's new home sales training enables client sales organizations to become predictable in controlling revenues and to change the way their business is managed. Such changes include moving from a price and product-driven process to a customer experience-based sales process, and places responsibility for driving business in the hands of salespeople so that they become predictable in their performance.

Leading The Berke Group's sales practice is Jon Fogg, a veteran of the homebuilding industry.
With 30+ years experience in the homebuilding industry, including weathering 9 housing cycles and leading the 5th largest sales organization in homebuilding and the 50th largest sales organization in the U.S., Fogg is in a unique position to advise clients regarding the sales strategy necessary to develop sales organizations that produce. He brings to The Berke Group's sales practice valuable first-hand knowledge from the field that allows him to identify and deliver best practices and proven strategies that work.

When asked about the challenges facing today's homebuilders, Fogg notes that, "In a recently completed national survey of 160,000 new home shoppers, slightly more than half changed addresses within six months after they first visited a new home builder, yet builders' average success rate in selling these customers was less than 3%." Fogg states, "The lost opportunity to sell 50% of prospects is a tremendous waste -- waste that cannot be afforded in today's market."

The Berke Group's new home sales training is a sales process-changing program designed to increase sales by 20 to 50% immediately and to continuously improve an organization's sales effectiveness to ensure it consistently out-performs the market. A typical sales consulting engagement includes an in-depth evaluation of an organization's sales process and sales management practices, as well as an analysis of the behavioral and cultural "fit" of its current sales team members via the Berke Assessment, a behavioral assessment tool that measures new and existing employees against the personality traits and natural talents required for success in a sales position. The Berke Group also provides thorough follow-up to ensure successful change management with a goal of 100% sales organization adoption to generate continuous high sales volume.

Kelly Land, President of The Berke Group, views the new sales consulting practice as a natural extension of The Berke Group's current assessment and organizational consulting services. "The core value permeating The Berke Group's work is our belief that people matter. Our sales practice simply extends this principle by not only teaching organizations how to select, manage and motivate their employees but also how to build strong, mutually satisfying customer relationships."

Land also notes the applicability of The Berke Group's sales practice to industries beyond homebuilding. "Our sales systems are designed to increase the effectiveness of any sales organization for which creating the customer 'experience' is critical. We teach our clients how to connect with customers vs. getting lost in the price and product war -- how to differentiate themselves through their salespeople instead of product and price."

About The Berke Group
The Berke Group is an assessment and consulting company specializing in employee selection, management and retention. It is the creator of the Berke Assessment, an online behavioral assessment measuring candidates' natural talents, behaviors and personality traits against job requirements and company culture. For more information on The Berke Group's sales practice or others services, visit berkegroup.com or call 888-220-7611.

Contact:

Leslie Owens, Director of Marketing
The Berke Group
404-262-7009

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Leica Geosystems Introduces Advanced Leica SurvCE Software Solution for Robust Data Collection Gathering in the Field

Developed specifically for Leica Geosystems by Carlson Software, Leica SurvCE is easy-to-use for fast on-site survey routines with wireless communication links.

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Leica SurvCE, an advanced data collection software from Leica Geosystems, combines desktop functionality with mobile ease-of-use and flexibility to drive speedy, on-site asset gathering techniques. A complete data collection system for RTK GPS and total stations, the Leica SurvCE is fully equipped with robust survey routines and wireless communication links, all powered by the Windows CE platform.

Leica SurvCE is written by Carlson Software specifically for Leica Geosystems. The software is optimized to run on the Leica RX1250 data collector with most survey instruments including the Leica ATX1230 GNSS antenna and the Leica TPS1200 total stations. The Leica SurvCE software incorporates an easy-to-use, tab-based menu structure combined with enhanced graphics, extensive feature coding and optional onboard help functionality.

Alison Latham, product marketing manager for Leica Geosystems, emphasizes, “This software provides GPS and TPS control at the pole allowing users to easily and accurately gather field data from their GPS and total station instruments. For those companies that have standardized with Carlson office and field software, the transition is seamless. For those with other office software products RW5 and custom ASCII data output formats are available.”

Carlson Software, Inc
Carlson Software Inc. has been providing quality software solutions for land development professionals since 1983.

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.

Leica Geosystems Inc.
Andre Ribeiro
Director of Marketing
Leica Geosystems Inc.Atlanta, GA
30092 United States
Phone: + (770) 326-9557
Web Site: www.leica-geosystems.us

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Atlanta, GA, Area

BidClerk's daily update of Georgia construction projects coming up for bid and starting construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Atlanta, GA, area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Atlanta, GA -- Bluemercury, 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, 1,837-square-foot spa, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 637415

Atlanta, GA -- Sheraton Hotel, 165 Courtland St., four-story hotel remodel, October 2007, $1 million. Project ID: 636248

Atlanta, GA -- Bebe #47, 1000 Cumberland Mall SE, 5,000-square-foot retail, September 2007, $250,000. Project ID: 638587

Atlanta, GA -- Abrams Building, 523 Metropolitan Pkwy., 100,000-square-foot commercial remodel, October 2007, $5 million. Project ID: 634628

Atlanta, GA -- Auburn Pointe, 322 Decatur St., 154-unit apartment community, August 2007, $12 million. Project ID: 592075

BidClerk.com is the only search engine dedicated to providing businesses with in depth information on thousands of construction projects coming up for bids all throughout the United States. Our daily updates of commercial and residential construction project leads are available to contractors and businesses in related industries that are seeking bid opportunities. For more information on bidding construction projects in your area, visit BidClerk online or call 877-737-6482.

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Milwaukee School of Engineering to Showcase Revolutionary, New, Fluid Power Safety Valve

The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) will showcase the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ on July 13, 2007, during their Summer in the City Annual Alumni Reunion Weekend. Unlike anything ever designed, the patent pending, Lo-Co SMART Valve™ can distinguish the difference between a flow surge during normal equipment operation and an unexpected line break.

Milwaukee, WI (WilsonWeb/PRWEB ) July 12, 2007 -- The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) will showcase the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ on July 13, 2007, during their Summer in the City Annual Alumni Reunion Weekend. Unlike anything ever designed, the patent pending, Lo-Co SMART Valve™ can distinguish the difference between a flow surge during normal equipment operation and an unexpected line break. In the event of a line break, the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ can shut-off flow in less than 20 Millionths of a second, thereby protecting the equipment, the equipment operator and the environment.

"We designed a safety shut-off valve that protects equipment operators from the hazards associated with fluid power equipment operation. If a worker is operating fluid powered machinery and a line breaks, there is no fast-acting, safety shut-off device that will immediately stop high pressure fluid from being released into the atmosphere. In the event of a line break, high pressure fluid can severely burn the equipment operator, damage expensive equipment and contaminate the environment," states Donald M. Loper, President and Founder of Lo-Co Safety Valve, LLC.

Unlike other mechanical or electronic safety shut-off valves, the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ can be placed in the pressure supply line right after the relief valve. In this position, the valve can detect the distinct difference between the flow surges that occur during normal equipment operation and an unexpected line break. In the event of a line break, the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ immediately stops fluid from being released into the atmosphere. This fast-acting protection guards against many of the hazards, injuries and expenses that are commonly associated with fluid power equipment operation.

"There are tremendous expenses attributed to the lack of full system safety protection in the Fluid Power Equipment Industry," states David Cobus, Vice President of Product Design and Manufacturing for Lo-Co Safety Valve. "For example, the cost of oil replacement, worker's compensation claims, environmental clean-up, fines and the expenses relating to litigation, if someone becomes seriously injured as the result of a line break."

Lo-Co Safety Valve, LLC, has developed a safety shut-off valve that can be easily retrofitted or customized to fit any piece of Industrial or Commercial fluid power equipment.

"We believe our valve is an economical and cost-effective safety solution for a world-wide Industrial and Commercial fluid power equipment market," states Jean Kulig, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Lo-Co Safety Valve. "We are extremely grateful to the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) for giving us the opportunity to present our Lo-Co SMART Valve™ to their distinguished Alumni. We also owe our gratitude to Dr. Medhat Khalil, MSOE's Instructor of Fluid Power and Motion for designing the mathematical model that validated our SMART valve design. We hope that the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ will stir up some excitement in the Fluid Power Industry to get more people talking and doing something about safety."

For additional information, you can download a dynamic PowerPoint presentation detailing the Lo-Co SMART Valve™ on the Company's web site, www.locosafetyvalve.com. To obtain further information regarding the Milwaukee School of Engineering's Summer in the City Annual Alumni Reunion Weekend, please contact Cathy Varebrook, (414) 277-4523.

If you have any questions regarding the news that is the subject of this release, please contact Jean Kulig.

Contact:
Jean Kulig, Vice President
Marketing and Business Development
Lo-Co Safety Valve, LLC.
630-745-1707
http://www.locosafetyvalve.com

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Major Developer and Construction Company's Adopt New Customer Service Program

Kerkhoff and Newgen to use Warranty Resource Homeowner Packages on Tempo and D'Corize resideantial Projects in Vancouver, BC.

(PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Two Vancouver construction projects, Tempo and D'Corize, will be amongst the first high rise condominium towers in Canada to include a new customer satisfaction program that can extend consumer protection beyond BC's current mandated warranty requirements.

The program includes both a detailed hardcopy product and component manual for each home and an electronic searchable version of the manual. Each unit has a sticker placed in the electrical panel which contains a unique log in and password that gives the homeowner instant web-based access to product and component information specific to their new home.

Information found inside each home's unique database includes manufacturers' warranties, as well as maintenance and operating instructions for all products used to construct the home, as well as sub-trade, supplier, manufacturer and installer contact information so that homeowners can pro-actively address product and installation issues.

"Today's information savvy consumers are used to manufactured items today, such as cars and electronics, having detailed manuals that use web based tools for easy access or customer service," adds James Christensen, CEO Conasys. "Homeowners on the other hand, have never been provided information at this level. Kerkhoff and Newgen are clearly industry leaders that understand what new homeowners are looking for from a developer."

On average, there are over 75 manufactured products and more than 20 sub-trades involved in construction of a new home. Having easy access to this considerable amount of information can be extremely valuable to the home purchaser or other third parties involved with maintenance such as service and property management companies.

"A recent JD Power survey indicated that the most important factor in new home owner customer satisfaction levels is customer service and warranty," states Greg Stolz, EVP Conasys. "Providing homeowners with the opportunity to take full advantage of warranties and customer service programs, as provided by manufacturers, has a dramatic effect on these customer service levels."

"We feel that providing Warranty Resource as a part of our customer service offering will allow us to further increase our buyers satisfaction levels," added Soon Kim, president of Newgen Group.
"We feel that doing this puts us on the leading edge in our industry. Consumers today are information driven when making purchase decisions and expect that information to be easily accessible," said Bill Kerkhoff, President, Kerkhoff Construction Ltd.

Kerkhoff Construction Ltd. has been in the business of development, construction and project management for over 35 years and has been involved in a wide variety of high profile projects not only in British Columbia but around the world.

Newgen Group of Companies is a multi facetted organization which includes Newgen Management Inc, Newgen Investment 2005 Inc as well as Newgen Real Estate Development Inc, which undertakes development of properties mainly in British Columbia. As of May 2007, the company has been a project manager for over $100,000,000 of development projects across the Lower Mainland, British Columbia.

Conasys Consumer Assurance Systems Inc. is an information management company focused on building and operating web based tools for warranty data tracking and after sales customer service. The company's core products are focused on the building industry and marketed as, Warranty Resource™. The company is based in Vancouver, B.C. with over 100 participating builders and developers.

Contact:
Kerkhoff Construction Ltd.
Bill Kerkhoff
President
604-824-4122

Newgen Group of Companies
Soon Kim
President
604-415-9390

Conasys Consumer Assurance Systems Inc.
James Christensen
CEO
Office 604-681-0605
Cell 604-617-1645

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Pond Makeover to Provide Waterfalls of Love After Couple's Misfortune

Moved by a series of misfortunes of an Illinois couple, IPPCA's "Ponditat for Humanity" is sending volunteers from all over the U.S.A. and donated construction material to build a beautiful pond and new waterfall structure (estimated value: $50,000.00 ) and will present a check for $11,500.00 to assist their disabled contractor.

Danville, Illinois (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- It rained bad luck and poured a series of unfortunate events on Danville couple Tony & Linda Jones. Dealing with heart attack, stroke and back surgery, the couple had a small water garden built in their backyard six years ago to bring some peace and enjoyment into their life.

The pond sprung a leak. Now the couple's pet fish are threatened.

"We were very moved to hear of the plight of the Danville couple." said Dave Jones, Executive Director of IPPCA (International Professional Pond Contractors Association), based in Woodstock, Georgia (www.IPPCA.com). To repair the improperly installed pond, the couple hired local contractor Gary Sackett of Springwater Water Features, an IPPCA member contractor.

In a related spate of misfortune, contractor Sackett suffered an on-the-job injury and underwent a double cervical fusion operation. Sackett is currently recovering from surgery of 8 weeks ago. He may be able to complete the job in a few months - if fully recovered. To add to the Danville couple's trials and tribulations, their 19 year old son just suffered a baseball injury to his face and needs hospital attention.

IPPCA put out the word for help. "I was amazed at how quickly our members e-mailed back with pledges of supplies, equipment and volunteer labor," said Dave Jones.

Next weekend, July 12, 13 and 14, an influx of construction material and pond contractors from all over the U.S.A. will descend on the Danville couple's backyard as part of "Ponditat for Humanity" (www.PonditatForHumanity.com), an annual event sponsored by IPPCA, where members of the pond and watergarden industry pool their resources to gift some distressed and worthy pond lover with an extreme pond make over.

The event is slated to transform Tony & Linda Jones' modest 6' x 8' leaky water feature into a water wonder with about 10 times the area for fish and plants. Included will be 2 waterfalls each with 10 and 20 foot streams plus new aquatic plants and landscaping. Because Tony is a model train enthusiast, a custom miniature rail route with a tunnel and functioning waterwheel will be added to the new installation.

Dow Chemical will be donating the T-shirts for the volunteers in addition to donating waterfall construction material. Other pump, plant and pond supply companies are contributing to the estimated $50,000.00 valued project, including Comfort Inns of Danville.

Tony Jones served 27 years with the Danville Police Department and has been a volunteer with the Bismarck Fire Department. He suffered a heart attack in 1994 and stroke in 1996, which left him with walking and balance difficulties. Linda Jones is a physical therapist who recently underwent back surgery and will need to retire. The watergarden makeover will incorporate features that will assist the physically challenged to move around the installation more easily.

"Tony and Linda have done so much for their communities." said Dave Jones of IPPCA. "We can't mend broken bones, but we can bring a little happiness into the lives of people who share our love of watergardens."

IPPCA will also be presenting a check for $11,500.00 on behalf of the Joneses to Gary Sackett, the disabled contractor, to cover the work that he had hoped to complete.

For further information see: www.PonditatForHumanity.com, www.IPPCA.com

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Schneider Kino-Linear Mechanism Enables Easy Deployment of Anamorphic Lenses

One of two rugged, economical solutions from Schneider Optics for screening rooms, corporate media centers and home theatre applications.

Van Nuys, CA (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Schneider Optics, the well known lens and professional filter manufacturer, has introduced the Kino-Linear™ deployment mechanism for anamorphic lenses used in a wide range of installations.

The Kino-Linear is a motorized mechanism designed to automatically slide an anamorphic lens precisely into and out of position in the light path of a digital projector. Automatic deployment is accomplished by using a 12-volt trigger or contact closure. The Kino-Linear device is ideal for installations in screening rooms and corporate media centers, and also for home theatre owners interested in using an anamorphic lens to project superwide full-screen Cinemascope® images with 16:9 digital projectors. (Schneider offers the Cine-Digitar Anamorphic 1.33X Lens for superior home theatre Cinemascope® viewing.)

"The Kino-Linear is a rugged, compact and easy-to-operate system offering the traditional sliding mechanism functionality. Anamorphic lens users now have the option of two deployment mechanisms available from Schneider: the Kino-Linear and the Kino-Torsion," explained Schneider Optics CEO Dwight Lindsey. The Kino-Torsion lens deployment mechanism swings the anamorphic lens precisely into and out of position in a motion similar to the swing of a door.

The Kino-Linear features easy-to-use adjustments for displacement, pitch, yaw and roll, to enable precise lens alignment. Mounting plates for most popular projectors are available for table top, shelf or ceiling mount installation. Also available is a bracket adapter which allows the Kino-Linear to be attached to a ceiling mounted projector utilizing a Chief RPA mount with a PAN-2 Lens Support. Additional information on the Kino-Linear is available at www.schneideroptics.com, including a brief video showing the mechanism's operation, and a technical drawing of the unit.

Schneider Optics offers a line of five Cine-Digitar Anamorphic lenses, including the 1.33x, 1.42x, 1.5x, 1.79x and 1.9x. Schneider Cine-Digitar lenses set a new standard for superb lens performance in Digital Cinema and large-venue, high-brightness digital projection applications. They are designed and tested to be brighter, sharper and more uniform than any other lenses for digital projection. All Schneider lenses for digital projection systems are built to the same high standards that have made Schneider lenses for film projection world-renowned for superior sharpness, highly-efficient light transmission, low distortion, and faithful color rendition.

About Schneider Optics
Schneider Optics is a leading manufacturer and distributor of photographic equipment. It provides the world's highest quality photographic optics, including Schneider professional cinema projection lenses, home cinema projection lenses, world-renowned Schneider filters for motion picture and television production, B+W filters, and a wide range of lenses and accessories for digital and film photography and video.

For more information contact Schneider Optics, Inc., 7701 Haskell Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91406. +1 800 228-1254; +1818 766-3715; EMAIL: info(at)schneideroptics.com, or visit www.schneideroptics.com.

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Data-Basics Holding Annual User's Group Meeting in September

SAM Pro Enterprise users will gather to share information, network and learn facilities and service management software best practices.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Data-Basics, a leading provider of facilities and service management software solutions, announced its annual User's Group Meeting is taking place from September 10-12 in Cleveland, Ohio. This year's event is open to all companies that use, or have interest in upgrading to, SAM Pro Enterprise.

As in previous years, the seminar will focus on fully leveraging features and implementing best practices when using SAM Pro Enterprise. This includes utilizing SAM Pro Enterprise's Escalation Manager technology to track and minimize potential problems, maximizing software tools to simplify daily tasks and implementing wireless technician devices to reduce back office overhead. More information is available at www.databasics.com/support/users-group-meeting.html

"Every year this gathering proves to be beneficial -- not only to our users but to us as well," said Arthur Divell, CEO, Data-Basics. "It's three days of information and collaboration with one goal: maximizing the return on investment that each company has made in SAM Pro Enterprise."

The seminar will feature multiple sessions aimed at the needs of each smaller group. In addition to training scenarios, attendees will benefit from the opportunity to exchange knowledge with a range of users in industries that include service and construction, equipment sales and service, facilities maintenance management and national accounts. Companies will also be able to network with one another, providing valuable opportunities to exchange ideas and build partnerships.

Once again, the meeting will coincide with Data-Basics' annual corporate picnic, taking place on Sunday, September 9. Interested users can register and obtain additional information at www.databasics.com or by calling 1-800-837-7574.

About Data-Basics:
As a software provider for more than 30 years, Data-Basics has helped hundreds of service, construction and facilities firms streamline and improve their business through technology. The company's software is in use across North America at a variety of businesses, which has provided the company with experience in a wide range of industries and disciplines.

With more than 30 years of experience, Data-Basics provides field service software, work order software, dispatching, and service management software solutions to automate the field service, accounting, service dispatching, and more for service contractors, facilities maintenance and similar industries.

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Maggio Roofing Partners with eVisibility for a New Online Marketing Campaign

Maggio Roofing, a national leader in residential and commercial roofing installation, partners with southern California Internet marketing company eVisibility to enhance their Web site and increase their visibility on the Web.

Takoma Park, MD (PRWEB) July 12, 2007 -- Maggio Roofing, a market leader in the residential and commercial roofing installation industry, is collaborating with eVisibility, a southern California Internet marketing firm. They are introducing a new Internet marketing campaign which will incorporate Web site enhancement and increased visibility on the Web.

The ongoing Internet marketing campaign with eVisibility will include the addition of search engine optimized content for Maggio Roofing's Web site. The eVisibility team will also be enhancing the site to make it more accessible to users. The specialized Internet marketing services that eVisibility will offer for this ongoing campaign will raise maggioroofing.com's search list rankings, increasing their visibility on the Web. The site itself will also be enhanced to best suit their customer's needs.

www.maggioroofing.com knows that roofing installation is one of the best ways to add value and security to a home or business, and they have the expert staff and industry credentials to offer premium roofing services. They are looking forward to working with eVisibility to let more home owners and business owners around the country know about what they have to offer. Maggio Roofing should be seeing much more business in the future as a result.

For additional information about Maggio Roofing and their services, visit www.maggioroofing.com.

About Maggio Roofing:

Maggio Roofing is a market leader in the installation of residential and commercial roofing, providing customers with detailed analysis and quality systems to resolve their problems, from small leaks to complete installations. Maggio Roofing is currently the only contractor that has earned the GAF Master Elite & Certified Select Roofing Contractor in the entire Washington, DC metropolitan area. This alliance with the largest roofing product manufacturers enables them to provide customers with the best warranty in the business. Maggio Roofing is also certified by all other major manufacturers, and they strive to hire and retain the best roofing mechanics in the area. They are a member of the Certified Contractors Network as well, and received the 2004 Company of the Year Award from this prestigious network.

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Wasauna Releases Stress-Reducing Steam Shower on Heels of New Study

Mindshower is a state-of-the-art steam shower that integrates relaxing lavender aromatherapy into the everyday bathroom experience. Mindshower is manufactured by Wasauna, America's premier manufacturer of steam rooms and showers.

(PRWEB) July 11, 2007 -- In February, 2007, a Japanese study concluded the smelling of lavender was immediately followed by a marked decrease in the body's level of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress response and elevated blood pressure. Based on this research, Wasauna has announced the release of Mindshower® - a residential steam room with integrated lavender aromatherapy. Wasauna is a leading brand of steam showers and whirlpool bathtubs,

At any time during a shower, the steam generator may be activated, quickly filling the cabin with stress-reducing lavender steam. In addition to steam, the mindshower features drenching ceiling rain, stereo sound with iPod connectivity, acupressure massage jets, chromatherapy, and a foot massager.

"For years, lav