Sourcing products is made easy with several ways to navigate the directories including direct navigation by simply typing in a product name such as instant adhesives with the ".com" after it instantadhesives.com to arrive at a webpage with companies who manufacture or distribute instand adhesives.

Soon to be added for easier sourcing is abiity to contact companies listed on all directory pages for either RFQ or Info Requests that can be submitted from each directory and sent directly to the manufacturers and distributors listed on the directories.

(PRWEB) January 23, 2006 -- Launched in 2005, the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Team of the Year Award recognizes teams that have achieved the most significant results in improving drug manufacturing, both on the bottom line and in less tangible areas such as empowerment and morale.

Last year, teams from Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter Healthcare, Pfizer, Novartis, Wyeth and other major manufacturers were honored.

If you know of a team that has reduced reject rates, cycle times, equipment downtime; boosted customer service and product quality and consistency; improved staff training and overall morale, or all of the above, please nominate them.

Nominations can come from colleagues, consultants and vendors who have worked with the teams they nominate. And of course, teams are welcome to apply. All teams will be judged impartially on their own merits, with any references to company name or facility location removed, by a panel of experts on Lean, operational excellence and drug manufacturing quality, including our editorial advisory board.

Winning teams will receive a commemorative crystal trophy and other prizes at their manufacturing facilities. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing will report on finalist teams in April's cover feature and announce the winners in May

Need examples of last year's award-winning teams and their activities? Search “Team of the Year” on PharmaManufacturing.com to read the 2005 finalists' stories. Visit PharmaManufacturing.com for a link to information and application materials. The deadline for entries this year is February 6, 2006.

Santa Barbara, CA (PRWEB) January 23, 2006 -- The Nanoethics Group today announced appointing a distinguished list of members to its Advisory Board, as public interest grows concerning nanotechnology’s impact on ethics and society. These new members represent many diverse fields – such as business, education, science, economics, law, medicine, ethics, and more – to provide guidance on an equally-broad range of important issues.

- Rosalyn Berne, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Science, Technology and Society , University of Virginia
- Nick Bostrom, Ph.D., Director, Future of Humanity Institute, Oxford University (UK)
- Rafael Capurro, Ph.D., Professor of Information Science and Information Ethics, Stuttgart Media University (HdM) (Germany); Member of the European Group on Ethics in Science and New Technologies to the European Commission
- Robert A. Freitas Jr., J.D., Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Molecular Manufacturing
- Robin Hanson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Economics, George Mason University
- C. Christopher Hook, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine and Consultant in Hematology and Medical Ethics, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- Timothy Hsieh, J.D., Ph.D., Chairman, Nanotechnology Committee, Section of Science & Technology, American Bar Association; Partner at Min, Hsieh & Hack LLP
- James Hughes, Ph.D., Bioethicist and Sociologist, Trinity College; Executive Director, Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies
- Richard A.L. Jones, Ph.D., Professor, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, University of Sheffield (UK)
- Fabrice Jotterand, Ph.D., Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Humanities, The Brody School of Medicine
- Ray Kurzweil, Founder and CEO, Kurzweil Technologies, Inc.
- Glenn McGee, Ph.D., John A. Balint Endowed Chair of Medical Ethics and Director, Alden March Bioethics Institute; Editor-in-Chief, The American Journal of Bioethics
- F. Mark Modzelewski, Co-Founder of NanoBusiness Alliance and Vice President of NanoDynamics Inc.
- James Moor, Ph.D., Professor and Philosophy Dept. Chair, Dartmouth College
- Daniel Moore, C.Phil., Georgia Institute of Technology
- Chris Phoenix, M.S., Director of Research, Center for Responsible Nanotechnology
- Fabio Salamanca-Buentello, M.D., Researcher, Canadian Program on Genomics and Global Health, University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics
- Wrye Sententia, Ph.D., Director, Center for Cognitive Liberty & Ethics
- Sebastian Sethe, Sheffield Institute of Biotechnological Law and Ethics, University of Sheffield (UK)
- Aldrin Sweeney, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Science Education, University of Central Florida
- Charles Tahan, Ph.D., National Science Foundation Distinguished Research Fellow, University of Cambridge (UK)
- Tihamer Toth-Fejel, M.S.E.E., Research Engineer, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems
- Mike Treder, Executive Director, Center for Responsible Nanotechnology
- Jeroen van den Hoven, Ph.D., Professor of Ethics and Technology, Delft University of Technology (Netherlands)
- Brian Wang, M.B.A., Technology Consultant and Futurist
- John Weckert, Ph.D., Professor, Information Technology, Charles Sturt University (Australia); Professorial Fellow, Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics (CAPPE)
- Vivian Weil, Ph.D., Director, Center for the Study of Ethics in the Professions; Professor of Ethics, Illinois Institute of Technology
- Mark Wiesner, Ph.D., P.E., Professor, Dept. of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Dept. of Chemical Engineering, Rice University
- James Wilsdon, Ph.D., Head of Science and Innovation, DEMOS (UK)

“Nanotechnology is predicted to touch nearly every industry and every part of our lives, so studying its ethical and social implications must be a collaborative effort,” explained Patrick Lin, Ph.D., research director for The Nanoethics Group. “By building a community of notable experts, we can leverage their different experiences and years of thinking – ensuring that our work considers other viewpoints and is not conducted in a vacuum.”

Nanoethics is the study of moral and societal issues arising from nanotechnology, such as those related to environmental safety, privacy, human enhancement, longevity, terrorism, and more. Hailed as “The Next Industrial Revolution” that will bring profound benefits to humanity, nanotechnology may be reasonably expected to cause massive social, economic and political disruption, given the nature of such revolutions. The hope with nanoethics, however, is that we can learn from history and address these critical issues now while nanotechnology is still emerging, thereby heading off possible problems before they occur.

“As interest in nanotechnology grows, we hope to continue to attract a high caliber of individuals concerned about nanoethics, particularly in other relevant areas such as theology and public policy, and even if they disagree with us,” continued Dr. Lin. “In fact, we have intentionally included opposing viewpoints on our current Advisory Board, since we believe that a free market of competing ideas will give us the best chance of arriving at the right conclusions.”

About The Nanoethics Group
The Nanoethics Group is a non-partisan and independent research organization formed to study nanotechnology’s impact on society and related ethical issues. As professional ethicists, we help to identify and evaluate possible harms and conflicts as well as to bring balance and common sense to the debate. Our mission is to educate and advise both organizations and the broader public on these issues as a foundation to guide policy and responsible research. For more information, please visit www.nanoethics.org.

Media Contact:
Patrick Lin, Ph.D.
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Gilbert, Arizona, (PRWEB) January 19, 2006 -– Worldwide Laser Services Corporation announced today the introduction of the new LP8010, a 10 watt sealed beam RF excited Co2 laser system. The LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system includes a sealed off RF excited Co2 laser, a galvo head for beam steering, the Worldwide Laser proprietary Zap-IT laser controller software, a mounting rail, a dust cover, and a choice of different focus length final focus optics. Also included in the system is a computer for laser control or the option of a Zap-Alone controller allowing laser operations with no computer.

Expected operating lifetime before recharge is 30,000 hours of operations. Therefore, if a plant operates 24/7 for 50 weeks per year then approximately 3.5 years of laser marking or laser cutting is possible before a recharge is required. The LP8010 laser carries a warranty of 24 months on the laser tube.

The new LP8010 Co2 laser system from Worldwide Laser is priced below $15,000.00 for the complete system. Prices for the LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system drop to below $14,000.00 for purchases of multiple units.

The LP8010 10w Co2 laser system can be viewed on the Worldwide Lasers home page www.wlsc.com. The picture of the LP8010 10w Co2 laser system links to a second page which includes complete system details along with viewable and downloadable installation drawings.

For additional details and information on the LP8010 10w Co2 laser system please contact Worldwide Laser 480.892.8566 option 5 or visit http://www.wlsc.com

About Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser was founded in 1986 and the company has evolved into a respected major laser marking systems manufacturer. They have also developed an impressive list of national and international service and parts clients. Worldwide currently has active clients in ten countries on three continents. Worldwide has developed a major service organization for TEA CO2, CWCO2, and ND-YAG based laser marking products. They provide one of the largest inventories of spare parts in North America. Their own products include the LP2000 series of TEA Co2 lasers, the LP9000 series of diode & flash lamp YAG lasers, and the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers. Worldwide Laser has established a major laser marking job shop with TEA CO2, CWCO2, Diode, and flash lamp ND-YAG laser marking systems. For further information call (480) 892-8566 or visit their website http://www.wlsc.com

Other Press Releases by Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser Introduce Zap-Alone Laser Controller Option for LP8000 Series of Co2 Laser Systems
Worldwide Laser Introduces the LP2000 Series of TEA Laser Marking Systems

“This product is offers exceptional light transmission and offers our customers another excellent choice for their molding and casting requirements,” said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “LSR-9618-30 is another example of the outstanding efficiency, quality and scope of our Lightspan products.”

LSR-9618-30 cures in contact with most properly cleaned substrate materials, including optical glasses, optical plastics, and photonic semiconductors. Product cures at a wide range of cure times and temperatures to accommodate different production needs.

LSR-9618-30 is supplied in a ready-to-use cartridge that allows off-line mixing in a preset 1:1 ratio. It can also be purchased in standard two-part kits, which should be mixed in a 1:1 ratio Part A to Part B.

NuSil’s Lightspan brand products are specialized fluids, gels, coatings, thermosets and encapsulation materials ideal for refractive index matching. These products encompass a range of materials at different refractive indexes and include products resistant to fuels, solvents and other harsh environments, providing the engineering world with material options when matching a refractive index.

For more information on physical properties and packaging for LSR-9618-30, visit www.nusil.com or call 805-684-8780.

About NuSil Technology

NuSil is a cutting-edge manufacturer of silicone compounds for healthcare, aerospace, electronics, photonics and other applications that require precise, predictable, cost-effective materials performance. ISO-9001-certified since 1994, NuSil operates state-of-the-art laboratories and processing facilities in North America and Europe and provides on-site, in-person application engineering support worldwide. More information about NuSil Technology can be found at www.nusil.com.

El Paso, TX (PRWEB) January 17, 2006 -- 1st Commercial Credit Corporation announces the expansion of their accounts receivable financial services to Mexico. In the past, a Letter of Credit or cash in advance was required to meet traditional payment terms. Due to global competition and new methods to capture market share in the region, U.S. manufacturers and exporters are staying competitive by offering attractive credit terms to Mexican importers. The offering of open credit terms in Mexico has reached an all time high and is expected to continue to grow. The average collection period was 90 days on an average net 60-day credit term agreement.

U.S. manufacturers that specialize in exporting to the Mexican market are anticipating spikes in equipment orders that may result in negative cash balances on their financial statements. 1st Commercial Credit can help U.S. companies by providing receivable-based funding during these uneven sales patterns and long-term collection periods.

According to Raul Esqueda, president of 1st Commercial Credit: “We are proud to announce the expansion of our services to Mexico. We are well positioned (with the best institutional providers) to handle credit analysis, process due diligence and provide the technological infrastructure to expedite funding to our clients in a timely manner. This service provides instant working capital for U.S. businesses selling on credit terms to Mexican companies without generating liabilities or other indebtedness on their balance sheets. It is important for a business to keep existing credit lines liquid for future growth and inventory fulfillment. Our international financial service is an alternative way to tap into working capital by using foreign receivables as collateral without encumbering domestic receivables or other collateral. Service related industries will also benefit because this financial program can provide payroll funding and still offer credit terms to international clients.”

What makes this financial service different from other U.S. factoring companies that fund international receivables? Some factoring companies offer international receivable finance in the U.S. but require the client to factor domestic receivables to balance their risk factor. Usually, they will not allow the value of the foreign receivables to exceed the domestic receivables. This requirement is difficult for a company to comply with if its export sales are expected to exceed domestic sales. 1st Commercial Credit can facilitate 100% of foreign receivable (non-recourse) financing with credit protection on a per transaction basis.

1st Commercial Credit’s financial program is non-restrictive to the origin of the products, which may be drop-shipped from any country. For example, a U.S. based company, importing a product from France may deliver directly to customers in Canada, Mexico, and Brazil. Each customer is billed in local currency and funding is complete within 72 hours (with verification of delivery and acceptance by the account debtor).

1st Commercial Credit offers products that can accommodate attractive payment terms for large equipment orders. A U.S. company selling large ticket items can offer 12-18-24 month payment terms to their customers. This puts clients at a competitive advantage because most exporters require letters of credit or extend only up to 60-day payment terms.

In addition to traditional export financing (which involves a manufacturer or a distributor that exports tangible products), 1st Commercial Credit can provide receivable based financing for U.S. service providers including (but not limited to) staffing companies, I.T. consultants and engineers. Financing service-related industries in the U.S. is a fairly new practice (first offered by non-traditional factors). Since it involves more risk, service companies usually do not have the assets (such as inventory, real estate or equipment) to pledge as additional collateral. This financial product will usually encumber the international receivables.

Besides offering accounts receivable financing in the U.S., Canada, and the UK, 1st Commercial Credit offers export trade finance to clients in every major world market and can convert receivable finance transactions in 17 currencies.

For more information:
www.1stcommercialcredit.com
US and Canada Tel 1 800 450 9653
United Kingdom Tel 0 800 404 9669

Midlothian, VA (PRWEB) January 17, 2006 -- Mustard Gas- A dreadful chemical agent (Yperite) was first used by the German Army in September 1917. It had disastrous affect on humans who were exposed to this dangerous vapor. Mustard gas is a strong compound that causes blisters.

Sulfur mustard or mustard gas is released into the air as a vapor, people can be exposed through skin contact, eye contact, or breathing. Sulfur mustard vapor can be carried long distances by wind. If exposed to sulfur mustard, many factors determine the extent to which one would be harmed. These factors include the dosage, the duration, and how it came in contact with the person affected. One must also consider other chemicals one is exposed to and other factors like age, sex, diet, family traits, lifestyle, and state of health.

Adverse health effects caused by sulfur mustard depend on the amount people are exposed to, the route of exposure, and the length of time that people are exposed. Sulfur mustard is a powerful irritant and blistering agent that damages the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.

More information about the gas masks that has resistance against mustard gas is at http://www.bestsafetyapparel.com/learnmore.html#Facts%20about and to know more about mustard gas visit http://www.bestsafetyapparel.com/mustardgas.html

About Best Safety Apparel:
Best safety Apparel, a subsidiary of Namebrands Retail LLC is a professionally managed company, gathering immense knowledge and specializing in safety apparel through relentless extensive research and is a leading supplier of ME.ST.EL gas masks- SGE 150, SGE 400, SGE 400/3 SGE 400/3 BB, and Baby Hood Protector to the full face civilian masks, Draeger military masks, Israeli gas masks, gas mask filters for all ages. You can find equipment to prepare for bioterrorism and chemical attacks and be ready for any emergency and are also suitable for industrial safety and agricultural applications.

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Chesterfield, Virginia (PRWEB) January 16, 2006 -- There is great and growing interest in Diane Fleming’s wrongful imprisonment. The press release detailing Diane’s plight has attracted 150,000 readers on the Internet. The story has been picked up by many websites and online newspapers.

The Charles Fleming Murder Case http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/12/prweb322296.htm
http://www.dldewey.com/fleming.htm

The motion hearing for an evidentiary hearing is the first step to freedom after the incarcerated petitioner's state appellate and supreme court appeal has been rejected.

Diane Fleming’s motion hearing to grant an evidentiary hearing was held on Friday, January 6, 2006. Eleven supporters came out to support Diane even though she was not in the courtroom. Inmates are not allowed to attend their motion hearing. The hearing started late in Judge Cleo E. Powell’s Chesterfield, Virginia courtroom.

Diane Fleming's attorney, David Hargett, of Richmond, Virginia, specializes in ‘habeas’ law. Mr. Hargett told Diane’s supporters that most judges are not familiar with habeas law because most cases don't get this far. Before a motion hearing is granted, the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Attorney General office is involved and must give a go-ahead.

Contrary to expectations, although the motion hearing has been approved and granted by the Attorney General’s office, at the motion hearing, the Attorney General’s office rebuts the very points it had to concede to approve and grant the hearing.

Here’s why. When a petition for a writ of habeas corpus is filed, the case almost becomes a civil suit. Diane Fleming v. Warden of the Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women. Guess who represents the Department of Corrections? The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Attorney General.

Hargett led Judge Cleo Powell through all 22 citations in Diane’s petition for a writ of habeas corpus. Although Judge Powell remained impassive and asked only a few questions, Hargett knew Judge Powell had read the habeas. Powell was also the trial judge, in 2002.

Included in the 22 counts of ‘deficient’ counsel and prosecutorial misconduct is the withholding of tests from the Virginia Forensic lab (to the defense) that there was no blue color found in the Gatorade. Diane was convicted to 30 years for murder and 20 for adulteration, to be served concurrently, for supposedly spiking her husband’s Gatorade with windshield washer fluid, containing methanol, wood alcohol, a poison.

In response to the accusation, Denise Anderson, the lawyer from the Attorney General’s office stumbled as she told the court that the test results couldn’t have been withheld because: ”They (the tests) were not done or were not done correctly.”

Hargett explained to Judge Powell that there was no clear cause of death in the autopsy. Cardiomegaly, enlarged heart, shown in Fleming’s autopsy, is a cause of death, in itself.

Hargett told Judge Powell that there is a test that can tell exactly where the methanol in the Gatorade originated. The NFT1 gas chromophotography test can solve the mystery of how methanol got into the bottles of Gatorade, still in evidence.

Another test called the Raman Microscope test can further determine the identity of the source of methanol in the Gatorade.

Ms. Anderson, the attorney from the Virginia Attorney General’s office reportedly is new at the job, no match for the veteran Hargett who was professionally attired in a charcoal grey suit, white shirt, and blue striped tie.

At one point in the hearing, Hargett emphatically brought his hand down on the table and addressed Anderson, the court and Diane’s supporters. “The state’s ‘computer expert’ who testified at trial was not qualified as an expert.”

A date from one of the computers in the Fleming home showed a methanol search by Diane one month before Charles became ill after playing basketball on a hot June Sunday, in 2000. An expert would have known to check with the web site supposedly searched to corroborate the alleged date.

The brutal fact is that the court was not allowed to hear the most probable cause for Charles Fleming’s death. According to Virginia law, no new evidence can be brought up in a habeas writ or at a motion hearing; evidence must have been presented at trial.

As a researcher for nine years concerning aspartame (Equal, NutraSweet) poisoning, it is my opinion that Charles Fleming’s autopsy shows that he died from the cumulative methanol in aspartame (10% of the molecule) from drinking 10 diet Cokes a day and 2 diet-Sprites, plus the addition of packets of Equal to every thing he drank.

On the FDA list of symptoms from aspartame, released in 1993, under the Freedom of Information Act, Death is No. 77. Fleming also suffered from other neurotoxic symptoms on the FDA list.

Toxicologist Dr. Hildegard Staninger concurs that aspartame was the cause of death as does Dr. H.J. Roberts, M.D. (“Aspartame Disease: An Ignored Epidemic”) in affidavits written to help free Diane.

Many of Diane’s supporters are anxious about the outcome of the hearing. Judge Cleo E. Powell has the power to deny or grant Diane Fleming an evidentiary hearing, the second step in her road to freedom.

If the evidentiary hearing is granted it means, according to David Hargett’s legal assistant, Mary Beth Rider, “We’ll be able to gather evidence that will help prove Diane’s innocence. It does not mean Diane Fleming will be released from prison or granted a new trial.”

Judge Powell’s decision to grant Diane Fleming an evidentiary hearing could take six months.

Marilyn Bland, a good friend of Diane Fleming asked Diane's attorney, David Hargett, “Is this the end of the line?” Hargett answered, “Not the end of the line, but it gets tougher.” There is a state appeal and a federal appeal.

Betty Rickmond, Diane’s closest friend opines, “All Judge Powell has to do is be fair.”

Carol Guilford is an LA based writer and book author.

Guilford is a member of the Writer’s Guild of America and the Dramatist’s Guild.

Columnist David L. Dewey contributed to this article.

(PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- Exosect, a leading technology provider of environmentally-conscious insect pest control, announced today it has entered into a two-year joint product development agreement with Dow AgroSciences LLC to produce a range of insect pest control applications for use on fruit, vine, nuts, and forestry crops as well as several non-crop sectors such as ants, termites and public health. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

John Chandler, managing director of Exosect, said, "We are extremely excited to be collaborating with one of the leading agrochemical companies across a range of global markets. We anticipate that this joint development will bring about a pipeline of new registered products over the next three to four years."

Exosect's patented technology provides growers with a highly-targeted delivery system, avoiding the need to spray for certain insects, potentially reducing residues within the crop. Based on this concept, the regulatory authorities in the United States and United Kingdom have indicated their enthusiasm to bring this technology to the market as soon as possible.

About Dow AgroSciences
Dow AgroSciences LLC, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, is a global leader in providing pest management and biotechnology products that improve the quality and quantity of the earth's food supply and contribute to the health and quality of life of the world's growing population. Dow AgroSciences has approximately 5,500 people in more than 50 countries dedicated to its business, and has worldwide sales of U.S. $3.4 billion. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company. For more information about Dow AgroSciences, visit www.dowagro.com.

About Exosect
Exosect Limited was formed in 2001 to develop and commercialise innovative and environmentally acceptable insect pest control technology. As a specialist research and development company, Exosect has developed a range of powder delivery systems based on the concept of insect electrostatic and bio-magnetic attraction. Markets include crop protection (agriculture and horticulture), stored products (raw and processed), forestry and amenity landscape, public health, animal health and the consumer sectors.

Exosect's solutions have EPA regulatory approval in a number of US states and the company has partnered with a number of major International agrochemical companies to further develop its product lines in the US. More on Exosect at: www.exosect.com

Editor’s Notes
Further information on Exosect – including interviews, demonstrations, users stories and customer site visits – is available from:

Lynsey Thorp / Fiona Brewer / Graham Thatcher
Exosect Press Office at MCC International
PH: +44 1962 888 100 / Fax: +44 1962 888125

Martin Brown
Exosect Limited
PH: +44 (0)23 8076 3838

Kenda Resler Friend
Dow AgroSciences
PH: +001 317.337.4743

(PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- SITUATION: When a new contract paper-coating pilot plant opened recently, it sought to enhance operational capability, flexibility, and maintenance to better approximate production runs for paper mills and converters who were looking to improved their current products, develop new products, or try new coating methods/equipment.

Because of the variety of coatings and papers involved, proper process filtering of the type found in the actual paper mills was a critical part of enhancing the coating plant's operational capability, flexibility, and maintenance. This would better approximate production runs for paper mills and paper suppliers, and would result in more efficient production and better margins for them.

The coating plant turned to Ronningen-Petter (RPA Process Technologies) for an effective process filtration solution.

After the engineers at RPA reviewed the filtration process, they notice that the coating plant had different flow rate needs depending on the setup configuration of the coater.

Taking into consideration that sometimes one coating would be used, and other times two different coatings would be used, the pilot plant ended up with an automatic filtering system that is used in mill metering size press installations and applications where similar setup needs exist.

SOLUTION:
Two Ronningen-Petter Disc Cleaning Filter (DCF) stations now share the same drain lines and inlet-outlet headers at the coating pilot plant, and are located between the run tanks and the coater.

The beauty of this type of set-up is that if the company needs to use one DCF station for one coating -- and the second station for another -- they close the two butterfly valves installed in the headers that separate the stations.

They can then open these valves when they need both stations for single high-flow rate applications. This allows the filter to act like two filters, and saves the expense of two control systems and piping.

HOW IT WORKS:
With the DCF self-cleaning filter, coatings enter the top inlet of the filter housing and passes through the screen. The screen holds any particles over 75 microns, while cleaning coating exits the bottom outlet of the filter.

A cleaning disc moves up and down the filter screen, removing debris. With the aid of the downward fluid flow and the disc movement, the debris is deposited into a holding chamber at the bottom of the filter housing, and it regularly purged from the housing via a valve at the bottom of the chamber.

RESULTS:
The coating company monitors the DCF filter's differential pressure to see if the cleaning system is being over tasked by a high debris level in the coating.

The good news is that they have not found a coating or dirty base stock it could not handle.

The differential pressure remains steady. Its ability to remove air from a coating is also a great asset for run ability, especially when we are operating the short dwell applicators.

The best part is that the filter is very easy to clean, and they have not found it necessary to open it to remove coating. They simply flush the system with water and have no compatibility problems. This is yet another example where a Ronningen-Petter filter has exceeded our customer's expectations!

--by Ask Filter Man

For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man forum at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp.

If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of our highly trained Applications Specialists at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp.

This report provides in depth information on the market for Antimicrobials used within Biologically Active Surfaces. It includes interviews with over 200 manufacturers of products offering Biologically Active Surfaces.

In addition to profiles of 200 manufacturers, the report also provides an overview of the Antimicrobials used with value and volume data for each Antimicrobial. This is followed by a summary for each of the Antimicrobial suppliers that are active in this sector. Industry influences on this market segment, are also discussed including the impact of current and emerging regulations on the Antimicrobials used. The report concludes with forecasts for Antimicrobials used.

The scope of the study is North America and Western Europe. The overview section provides extended definitions, to provide the reader with a clear understanding of the technology involved. In addition, this section provides an analysis of Antimicrobial consumption by application and region. There is a profile of an ideal Antimicrobial as outlined by end users.

The company profiles section includes a discussion of the companies that have pioneered Antimicrobial development within Biologically Active Surfaces and examines how their available products and services are setting the standards.

In this report more than 200 endusers are profiled, and 20 of the most important Biocide suppliers are examined in depth. The base year for this study is 2005.

This report answers these sector questions:

What are the applications for Antimicrobials used within Biologically Active Surfaces (in section 1.1)?
What is the Antimicrobial consumption by application (in section 1.2)?
What are the Antimicrobial distribution channels (in section 1.3)?
What is the Antimicrobial gross margin analysis (in section 1.4)?
What is the Antimicrobial pricing for Biologically Active Surfaces by application (in section 1.5)?
What is the cost of using Antimicrobials by application (in section 1.6)?
What is the application methods for Antimicrobials (in section 1.7)?
What are the leading Antimicrobials used (in section 1.9)?
Who are the leading Biocide manufacturers (in section 1.10)?
Who are the leading Biocide suppliers (in section 1.11)?
Who are the leading Masterbatch producers (in section 1.11)?
Who are the leading Polymer producers (in section 1.11)?
What is the decision making process in selecting Antimicrobials (in section 1.13)?
What is the ideal Antimicrobial (in section 1.14)?
What is the results of market research in this area (in section 1.15) ?
What are the regulations for Antimicrobials (in section 1.16)?

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c30622

Laura Wood
Senior Manager
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WILLOW GROVE, Pennsylvania (PRWEB) January 11, 2006 -- Most mid-size enterprises lack disciplined sourcing practices, category expertise, and spending power to negotiate and maintain competitive supply chains, according to a new Aberdeen Group benchmark report, Strategic Sourcing in the Mid-Market Benchmark: The Echo Boom in Supply Management. Aberdeen estimates that such deficiencies are costing mid-size firms in the U.S. $134 billion a year in missed supply savings opportunities.

“Mid-size enterprises missed out on the first wave of supply management automation and improvements,” said Tim Minahan, Aberdeen’s SVP, Global Supply Research, and author of the report. “Continued pressures to reduce costs and compete in global markets have made strategic sourcing improvements for mid-size firms not just a priority, but a necessity for survival.”

According to the study, more than half of mid-size companies have either launched initiatives to formalize and improve strategic sourcing capabilities within the past year or will do so within the next year.

Aberdeen recommends the following practices to formalize and improve strategic sourcing:
• Develop and enforce standard sourcing procedures company-wide;
• Hire sourcing and commodity expertise, including consultants;
• Improve access to and quality and analysis of corporate spending;
• Enlist executive support for resources and policy changes; and
• Leverage commercial sourcing management automation.

“Mid-size enterprises that used these strategic sourcing techniques recorded more than four times greater procurement cost savings, better supply performance, and greater profitability than industry peers. Source One and WhyAbe.com have the capabilities and resources to assist companies in achieving best in class status,” said Minahan.
To download a complimentary copy of the report, visit: www.SourceOneinc.com and click on the Aberdeen logo on the right hand side of the page.

About Source One Management Services, LLC
Source One is a Procurement Service Provider that has been assisting companies with their strategic sourcing requirements for over 14 years. Engagements with Source One may include spend consolidation, assistance with statements of work, identification of alternate suppliers, market and supply research, RFP management, price and terms negotiations, and contract recommendations. A small sampling of the categories that Source One has successfully sourced include: Advertising, Benefits, Chemicals, Direct Materials, Freight, Hardware, Insurance, Material Handling, MRO, Packaging, Small Parcel, Software, Telecommunications, Travel, Treasury Services, Uniforms, & Utilities. Clients average 18% savings across all product and service categories. In order to best service their clients, Source One provides flexible fee options for their consulting services. Clients can choose between contingency (gain sharing) based, fee for service or a hybrid. For more information, visit www.SourceOneInc.com or call 215-902-0200.

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WhyAbe.com is an on-demand web sourcing tool that can be used by any organization or individual in any industry. WhyAbe allows buyers to post their specifications in a RFP / RFQ format and invite suppliers to provide quotes. Buyers have the ability to communicate with multiple suppliers at once and view all responses in the WhyAbe dashboard. Registering and using most e-sourcing platforms require a large ramp-up period and/or a large deployment budget. With these platforms, the cost of rollout can often mitigate any cost savings opportunities. WhyAbe’s quote tracking system assists companies reach compliance with Sarbanes Oxley. Obtaining value from WhyAbe is instant. There is no software to install or PC’s to configure. A computer equipped with the latest version of Internet Explorer or Firefox provides immediate access to the comprehensive and user friendly tool. WhyAbe provides a free download of the Firefox software on its homepage. WhyAbe is available immediately for free on the web at www.WhyAbe.com.

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Fountain Valley, CA (PRWEB) January 9, 2006 -- The seminar on “Amateur Spectroscopy: From qualitative to quantitative Analysis”, presented by Dale Mais, Ph. D. (http://www.mais-ccd-spectroscopy.com/Personal.htm) is being offered as a public service of the RAS Observatory. There is no charge for access to this seminar.

Those wishing to participate are required to join a Yahoo group specifically setup for this meeting. The link to that group may be found at http://www.ras-observatory.org/ras/Web_Seminars/web_seminars.html. All further information will be distributed only to those that sign up for this group. Questions should be directed to the email address listed on the website.

RASO Resource Provider to be interviewed by Mitch Battros (http://www.earthchangestv.com/aboutmitch.php), Author of ‘Solar Rain’ and the producer of the Earth Changes TV - Radio Hour (http://www.earthchangestv.net/Solar_Rain_Overview.htm).
Thursday January 12th 2006 from 9 PM to 10 PM (Pacific Time Zone) Arnie Rosner of Rent-A-scope, a service provider to the Remote Astronomical Society’s RAS Observatory will be interviewed by Mr. Battros about the evolution of the research activity at RASO.

The RAS Observatory is dedicated to providing access to remote observing resources for the amateur astronomer. The RAS Observatory offers especially low cost resources to members of the observatory. The public is also invited to participate. Learn more about the professional-grade research equipment available by visiting the website at: http://www.ras-observatory.org/ras/index.htm.

(PRWEB) January 8, 2006 -- As the demand for highly seasoned food increases, so does the need for solutions to the problem bad breath. Inhale Solutions, Inc offers products with formulaic solutions as apposed to cosmetic solutions to bad breath. With over one million satisfied customers, the company offers fresh tasting chewing gums for a variety of bad breath problems. These products were designed to meet consumers’ desire for more robust flavors to guard against bad breath. Two new additions to the ElimiTaste line of gums are Zapp and SmokeScreen.

With SmokeScreen comes the first chewing gum designed to reduce bad breath caused by the after-taste from smoking tobacco products, smokers relied on chewing gum from candy-oriented companies which masks bad breath problems. Also utilizing a patented formula, SmokeScreen acts to eliminate bad breath at its source.

ElimiTaste is the only mainstream gum line that is not only sugar-free, but aspartame-free as well. All ElimiTaste chewing gums offer solutions to bad breath maladies rather then mask them. Visit www.ElimiTaste.com and learn more about how:
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Sign up for free monthly newsletter including free gum offers, news, and information, and learn more about the ElimiTaste Affiliate Program. The ElimiTaste line is now available for online order at www.ElimiTaste.com.

About Inhale Solutions, Inc.
A leading developer of lifestyle enhancement products, Inhale Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1999. Inhale solutions has expanded its line of chewing gum products into 49 states and over 30 countries. Founded as a developer and manufacture of lifestyle enhancing products, Inhale solutions, Inc. provides proven antidotes to bad breath problems instead of flavored cover-up chewing gums which dominate the market today.

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(PRWEB) January 6, 2006 -- Due to the new environmental regulations -- and the costs associated with waste disposal -- the manner in which industries filter to either recycle or eliminate filtration waste will change significantly over the next five years.

In addition to removing undesirable material from a liquid stream, the filtration method selected must also satisfy other requirement.

Installed costs must be weighed against operating costs. Waste disposal costs must be considered. Is continuous flow a requirement of the application, or can the filtration equipment be operated intermittently? Is worker exposure to the process liquid during filter cleaning or replacement a problem?

These and other factors must be weighed when choosing the right filtration method for a particular application.

Today, more than ever, self-cleaning filters (cleanable media) is the better methodology -- and many times the right thing to do -- for many reasons.

With cleanable systems, you enhance employee safety by minimizing worker and workplace exposure to process liquids.

You minimize or eliminate the unlimited cost and inconvenience of media replacement.

You minimize or eliminate the never-ending and ever-rising cost and hassle of media disposal.

You drastically reduce the labor costs to source, purchase, inventory, transport, change, and dispose of replacement media.

You increase the quality and consistence of filter performance and productivity.

To help reduce the confusion when you are evaluating different filtration methods/systems, I have compiled a list of questions you may want to consider:

Factors to Consider:

When selecting a filter for a particular application, the following criteria should be considered.

1. How large is the process volume? What is the flow rate?

2. Is it a continuous or batch process?

3. What are the material characteristics of the solids being removed? How large are the particles? Is the material hazardous? Can the material being removed be recycled back into the process stream at another point?

4. What are the waste disposal costs? How often do bags or cartridges need to be replaced? Can the waste volume be reduced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?

5. What are the labor and downtime costs for filter or cartridge replacement? Can downtime be reduced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?

-- by Ask Filter Man

For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp

If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of RPA Process Technologies highly trained Applications Specialists, please contact us at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp