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September 30, 2005

Lithium Batteries Specifications Now Accessible to Engineers

Lithium batteries specifications, datasheets, tutorials and supplier information for polymer, rechargeable and ion lithium batteries are now available for engineers and technical buyers to help them research and source online from GlobalSpec, The Engineering Search Engine.

(PRWEB) September 30, 2005 -- By utilizing SpecSearch®, a proprietary specification database, users are now able to search by specification across lithium battery suppliers to quickly find the exact product they are seeking in seconds. This saves time for engineers, technical buyers and project managers and helps them better manage their projects to meet deadlines.

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Lithium batteries are a unique style of batteries. Unlike most battery styles, they are available in both primary and secondary styles (nonrechargeable and rechargeable) with some varieties that cross between. Lithium batteries are backup power sources for electronic equipment that can be divided into two large groups: those providing full backup power to run a piece of equipment during a power outage; and memory backup, which does not provide active power to run a price of equipment. Instead it serves as a long-term power source so memory components can retain necessary information.

Lithium batteries consist of a lithium anode, which is an organic electrolyte that conducts the current, and a cathode. Lithium cobalt oxide, a material from which lithium can be easily removed, is the most common cathode compound. When the battery is charged, lithium ions are driven from the cathode into the anode; when the charge is removed, the lithium flows back to the cathode.

GlobalSpec (http://www.globalspec.com) is the leading specialized search engine for the engineering community. Engineers and technical buyers regularly use GlobalSpec's trademarked search technology, SpecSearch®, to search by specification more than 85 million parts in 1,200,000 product families from more than 15,000 supplier catalogs. GlobalSpec also provides access to The Engineering Websm — more than 200 million pages of highly-organized, filtered technical content including products, services, standards, patents, materials properties, designs, application notes and proprietary content unavailable on other search engines. Suppliers representing their products and services on GlobalSpec gain a comprehensive marketing program designed to promote their brand and generate, track and manage highly-qualified sales leads.

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AXIOMTEK Reveals New 4-axis/6-axis Servo/Stepping Motion Cards

4/6-axis Servo/Stepping Motion Cards Support real-time RTX drivers for various Industrial Automation Applications or Environments

Taipei, Taiwan, (PRWEB) September 30, 2005 -- AXIOMTEK’s DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 are new generation PCI-bus high-speed 4-axis and 6-axis motion control cards for extreme motion applications. They are designed to control both servo and stepper motors, giving users added performance from user’s motors. Intelligent features, like supporting real-time RTX drivers and example programs, allow the cards to develop and deploy high performance, mission-critical applications running Windows® operating systems.

The motion cards support both pulse and voltage output. They are the first motion cards to support RTX drivers in the field. The purpose of RTX is to set requests from the motion cards as the first priority, and by doing this, instantly raises efficiency of real-time responses. RTX enhances Windows' universally adopted look and gives developers real-time determinism, unmatched dependability, and ability. As a result, the DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 are suitable for middle-level equipment such as winding machines, dicing saws, packing machines, and more.

“The DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 also support another powerful feature: four dimension API software structure (X,Y,Z,C axis) that allow users to easily develop application programs to control 4-axis motors” said Alex Hsueh, product manager, Industrial Automation division, AXIOMTEK Co., LTD. “It can reduce developing resources and R&D software development time. And also with remote I/O support, both motion cards create plenty of added values for extreme motion applications.”

The DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 also support various software and programs, such as VB, VC, BCB, Delphi, and Labview 6.0/7.0. Customers also have the option of developing their own software, which saves much time. In addition, AXIOMTEK’s motion cards are easily integrated. They’ve passed the testing phase of several international famous step/servo motor companies like Yaskawa, Panasonic, SANYO DENKI, Maxon DC Motor, PM Servo Motor, and Pacific Scientific Step Motor. Bottom line, the DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 simply help users to develop and deploy high performance, mission-critical applications that run on Windows® operating systems, while maximizing efficiency.

The DASP-52504 and DASP-52506 are available now. For more information or pricing, please visit www.axiomtek.com or contact a territory sales representative.

About AXIOMTEK CO., LTD.

AXIOMTEK Co., Ltd. is one of the world's leading designers/manufacturers of PC-based industrial computer products. From its roots as a turnkey systems integrator specializing in data acquisition and control systems, AXIOMTEK has mirrored the PC evolution in various industries by shifting its focus toward the design and manufacture of PC-based industrial automation solutions.

AXIOMTEK was established since 1990. The company has 210 employees in headquarter and subsidiaries in USA, China, Germany and France, with more than 80 employees in total. The company has appointed more than 60 distributor partners around the globe. AXIOMTEK offers IPC (Industrial PCs), ECP (Embedded Computing Platforms), PPC (Panel PCs), DAS (Data Acquisition Solutions), NA (Network Appliances) and Storage Solution product lines with more than 400 items.

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MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago Explores How Revolutionary Thinking Drives Business Innovation

Outstanding local panel discusses "The Power of Revolutionary Thinking: What Today's Scientists can teach you about driving innovation in your organization."

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 29, 2005 -- The MIT Enterprise Forum of Chicago announced today the title of its October 11, 2005 program, "The Power of Revolutionary Thinking: What Today's Scientists Can Teach You About Driving Innovation in Your Organization."

This program will explore how organizations, both large and small, can use revolutionary thinking from science to enhance their innovation processes. The panelists will describe the process by which advanced concepts go from far-off vision to becoming part of our everyday lives. Explore what comes first... science or business innovation.

The panelists are:

Jim O'Connor - Vice President of Technology Incubation and Commercialization, Motorola, Inc.

Jack Curley - Executive Director, NASA/Battelle Illinois

Captain Dale Ehrlich (USN) - Technical Director, Naval Institute for Dental and Biomedical Research

Prominent professor from a local Chicago University -- name to be announced soon...

Mary Dicig, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research and Director of the Office of Technology Management at the University of Illinois at Chicago, will be the moderator.

The program will address key issues including:

* What revolutionary thinking really is and how it can be harnessed to create value

* How revolutionary thinking is fostered and how to drive it across your organization

* What science can teach us about business methods

* How leading organizations drive innovation beyond new products and services

* How cutting-edge laboratory technology gets commercialized and developing innovations that drive revenue for your company

The event will run from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at the conference facilities of Gardner Carton & Douglas LLP, 191 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 3700, Chicago IL. Online registration is $20.

About the MIT Enterprise Forum

The MIT Enterprise Forum is a non-profit volunteer organization that promotes world-class innovation and entrepreneurship through its executive education programs, workshops and events. The Forum offers provocative new ideas, business cases and professional networking opportunities to senior business leaders while showcasing MIT's contributions to innovation and entrepreneurship in communities around the world. The intent of the Forum is to serve as a focal point for senior business leaders to learn, exchange views, and accelerate their ability to market, acquire and manage technology-driven innovation.

Established in 1983, the Chicago chapter is part of a network of 25 chapters worldwide. Participation and membership is open to the general public.

Please visit us at www.mitefchicago.org

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September 28, 2005

Braintech Receives Order from ABB for Two Material Handling Solutions

ABB to install complete TrueView™ systems for transmission assembly at a global automaker's powertrain plant.

Vancouver, BC (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) September 28, 2005 -- Braintech, Inc. (OTCBB: BRHI), a leading provider of vision guided robotic, (“VGR”) software solutions, announced today that it has received a purchase order from ABB for two eVisionFactory™ (“eVF”) built solutions. eVF, Braintech's software platform, is part of ABB's TrueView™ Vision Guided Robotic System offering.

The order is for two solutions that utilize Braintech's patented SC3D™ guidance technology to pick torque converter parts out of imprecise dunnage and place them into an assembly station for processing.

Commenting, Braintech CEO Owen Jones said, “This order represents a number of 'firsts' including: the first use of Trueview by this ABB customer in a powertrain application and the first TrueView systems being shipped using ABB's new IRC5 controller. As with so many of our other first orders, upon successful installation, we anticipate additional application opportunities and repeat orders for TrueView. These orders represent a continued expansion of our growing user and installed base”.

About Braintech (OTCBB: BRHI) – For more information, visit www.braintech.com

About ABB (NYSE: ABB) – ABB's Robotic, Automotive and Manufacturing group is a leading supplier of robots, robotic systems and automation systems to the automotive, manufacturing and consumer industries. With more than 130,000 robots installed worldwide and more than 5,000 employees, ABB is a global leader in flexible factory automation.

This group is part of ABB Ltd. (www.abb.com) who is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 102,000 people. The company's U.S. operations employ about 9,000 in manufacturing and other facilities in 40 states.

For more information, visit www.abb.com

Statements in this document that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and reflect the current views of management with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. It is important to note that the Company's actual results could differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include risks and uncertainties such as technical difficulties in developing the products; competition from other suppliers of similar products; pricing that may not be acceptable to potential markets; and many other known and unknown factors. Readers should also refer to the risk disclosures outlined in the Company's 10-KSB and 10-QSB Forms filed from time to time with the SEC.

Contact:
Jennifer Summers
Braintech Inc.
#102 – 930 W 1st Street
North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4
604-988-6440 x 202

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September 27, 2005

Ohaus Explorer® Pro to Star in “Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial By Fire”

High end laboratory balance to be featured in criminal forensics lab in made-for-television movie.

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) September 27, 2005 -- Fans of the popular action/drama series, “Walker, Texas Ranger,” will get the opportunity to see Chuck Norris reprise his title role on the small screen this fall. Five years after the end of the successful series’ run, CBS will feature the made-for-television movie, “Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial By Fire,” United Press International reported.

The movie will feature members of the original series cast including Norris as modern-day ranger, Cordell Walker, and Sheree Wilson, who portrays Alex Cahill, the county Assistant District Attorney. Clarence Gilyard and Judson Mills will also reprise their roles.

Joining the cast for the movie is “Northern Exposure” alum Janine Turner, who will portray a forensic expert. Her co-star as she works in the laboratory to solve a murder case is none other than an Explorer® Pro balance made by Ohaus Corporation, a leading manufacturer of weighing equipment for industrial, laboratory and other applications.

In “Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire,” Walker (Norris) is charged with the protection of a teenager who has found a vital piece of a missile guidance system as well as clear a fellow ranger accused of murder.

In her attempt to prove the ranger’s innocence, Turner’s character will utilize laboratory equipment commonly used for forensic evidence analysis. Analytical scales, such as the Ohaus Explorer Pro, are commonly used to meticulously measure dry chemicals, allowing scientists to create reproducible batches of reagents; their accuracy allows forensic scientists to adhere to strict laboratory protocols.

The Explorer Pro line continues the long-standing Ohaus tradition of delivering products that offer the best price/performance ratio possible. Equipped with numerous features including seven application modes, a large backlit dot matrix display, five operating languages including English, Spanish, French, German and Italian as well as an optional AutoCalTM feature, Explorer Pro is designed to make an immediate and lasting impact on the weighing game.

Headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey, Ohaus Corporation manufactures an extensive line of high-precision electronic and mechanical balances and scales that meet the demands of virtually any weighing need. The company is a global leader in the Laboratory, Industrial, and Education channels as well as a host of specialty markets, including the Food Preparation, Pharmacy and Jewelry industries. An ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer, Ohaus products are precise, reliable and affordable, and are backed by industry-leading customer support. For additional information, contact Ohaus Corporation at 973/377-9000, or visit the web site at www.ohaus.com.

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Braintech Introduces New Vision Tracking Technology at the 2005 International Robot & Vision Show

ABB combines new IRC5™ Controller with TrueView.™

Vancouver, B.C. (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) September 26, 2005 -- Braintech, Inc. (OTCBB: BRHI), a leading provider of vision guided robotic (“VGR”) software and solutions, announced today that it has invented a novel approach to visually tracking moving parts such as those transported on conveyors. The new technology, called SCTracTM, (patent pending) uses one or more cameras to image a given part in real time and provides an industrial robot with a continuous stream of data about where the part is, how fast and in what direction it is moving.

In support of ABB, the company will co-demonstrate, (at the Robot & Vision Show ) ABB’s new TrueView™ MovingLine system featuring ABB’s IRC5 controller integrated with Braintech’s eVF software platform, Braintech’s SC3D guidance technology and the SCTrac tracking technology. The combination of ABB IRC5 with Braintech vision, delivers unprecedented intelligence in flexible automation. Manufactures can now automate many materials handling and general assembly processes currently carried out manually.

Commenting on the SCTrac Babak Habibi, COO of Braintech and co-inventor says, “I view the SCTrac technology as a breakthrough in this field since it overcomes several key issues that have kept these systems limited to the academic world. The technology is an important enabler for a number of new and exciting applications we’ve seen in manufacturing such as the possibility of eliminating stop stations. Currently, parts have to come to a stop for robots to operate on them which is clearly not very efficient. SCTrac makes it possible for robots to work on parts while in motion, significantly improving production throughput. Other interesting applications of the technology include dynamic materials handling, assembly or measurement where the objects of interest are in motion during the robotic process.”

Jerry Osborn, Vice President and General Manager, ABB Robot Automation commented, “Braintech continues to deliver technologies important to us and to our customers. With SCTrac, we can now offer our customers with continuous moving lines, highly accurate, vision-guided systems similar to benefits being realized in plants utilizing stop stations. As a result the market for TrueView continues to expand”.

The International Robots & Vision Show will be held Sept 27th to the 29th, at the Rosemont Convention Centre in Rosemont, IL. Visit global robotic manufacturer ABB, in the Robots Section at booth #719 and Braintech in the Vision Section at booth 1912. For free tickets visit www.roboticsonline.com

About Braintech Inc. (OTCBB: BRHI) – For more information, visit www.braintech.com

About ABB, Inc.
ABB's Robotic, Automotive and Manufacturing group is a leading supplier of robots, robotic systems and automation systems to the automotive, manufacturing and consumer industries. With more than 130,000 robots installed worldwide and more than 5,000 employees, ABB is a global leader in flexible factory automation.

This group is part of ABB Ltd. (www.abb.com) who is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 102,000 people. The company's U.S. operations employ about 9,000 in manufacturing and other facilities in 40 states.
- For more information, visit www.abb.com

eVF, SC3D (US patent# 6,816,755, other US patents and PTC patents pending), and SCTrac (patent pending) are trademarks of Braintech Inc. and its subsidiaries.

TrueView, IRC5 and MovingLine are Trademarks of ABB, Inc and its subsidiaries.

Statements in this document that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and reflect the current views of management with respect to future events and are subject certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions. It is important to note that the Company’s actual results could differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include risks and uncertainties such as: technical difficulties in developing the products; competition from other suppliers of similar products; pricing that may not be acceptable to potential markets; and many other known and unknown factors. Readers should also refer to the risk disclosures outlined in the Company’s 10-KSB and 10-QSB Forms filed from time to time with the SEC.

Contact:

Dee Regis
Braintech Inc.
#102 – 930 W 1st Street
Vancouver BC V7P 3N4
604-988-6440 x 206

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Executive Director of California Metals Coalition to Speak at Southern California Manufacturers Conference

Mr. James Simonelli just added as a key speaker at the "Successful Strategies for Competing in a Low-Cost Manufacturing World" event. Mr. Simonelli will be discussing his findings after a recent trip to China. His primary goal for the trip was to explore and better understand the manufacturing process in China and how it affects U.S. manufacturing.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) September 26, 2005 -- Mr. James Simonelli, Executive Director of the California Metals Coalition will be a key speaker at the "Successful Strategies for Competing in a Low-Cost Manufacturing World" event. The event will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005 at the Pacific Palms Resort in Industry Hills, California. Mr. Simonelli is scheduled to present his findings on his most recent trip to China. Mr. Simonelli met with high ranking Chinese government officials, as well as visited prominent Chinese manufacturing facilities to better understand the increased level of competition between the U.S. and China.

Mr. Simonelli is no stranger to California or manufacturing. As Executive Director of The California Metals Coalition (CMC), Mr. Simonelli and the CMC lobby for and pursue the common goals and interests of California's metalworking companies within the state. The CMC works on issues related to legislation, regulations, grassroots politics and other governmental and public affairs issues affecting metalworking companies.

"We are pleased that Mr. Simonelli will be speaking at the event" says Mr. Jim Watson, Vice President of Consulting Services for California Manufacturing Technology Consulting, a non-profit consulting firm that focuses on the needs of California's manufacturers and a sponsor of the event. "We are anxious to learn about Mr. Simonelli's recent trip to China," continues Mr. Watson.

The "Successful Strategies for Competing in a Low-Cost Manufacturing World" event is the first of its kind for Southern California. The event was designed to address the growing concerns of California manufacturers. Those concerns include contending with overseas competition and continually increasing workers compensation costs plus identifying best practices for manufacturers.

Twenty-five hand picked manufacturers, economic development leaders and state dignitaries from across Southern California will come together to share ways for overcoming hurdles associated with manufacturing in California and competing globally. Other speakers at the day-long event include Mr. Al Frink, U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce, Mr. Barry Sedlik, Undersecretary of California, Business, Transportation & Housing Agency. To register for the event, call 310-263-3009. The cost is $89.00 per person and space is extremely limited and filling up quickly.

The event hosts include CMTC and Developing Knowledge in Manufacturing (DKM). DKM Inc., in business in Los Angeles since 1990, provides best business practice consulting to mid-market manufacturing companies in the areas of IT, operations, finance, customer service and supply chain management.

About Developing Knowledge in Manufacturing, Inc.:
DKM Inc., in business in Los Angeles since 1990, provides best business practice consulting to mid-market manufacturing companies in the areas of IT, operations, finance, customer service and supply chain management. DKM encourages the use of standard ERP, CRM and SCM functionality, as found in leading mid-market solutions like MAPICS, Syteline and Salesforce.com, to help companies achieve superior results. DKM's clients include Semtech, Senior Aerospace, Transdigm Industries, and Goodrich Corporation. For more information, please visit www.dkminc.com

About California Manufacturing Technology Consulting:
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) provides consulting services in the practice areas of Strategic Business, Lean Enterprise, Information Technology, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management and Small Business Improvement. CMTC is a private nonprofit corporation supported through the cooperative agreements of the NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership and California's Business, Transportation & Housing Agency's Manufacturing Technology Program. For more information, visit www.cmtc.com.

Media Contact:
Michelle Wolloff
Full Mix Marketing
310-213-4829

Chris Allen
CMTC
310-263-3018

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Dialog Semiconductor Launches New Integrated General Purpose Power Management Controller

Dialog Semiconductor Plc has launched a new general purpose device for use as a core building block in power management sub-systems in portable electronics equipment, audio players, cellular handsets and digital cameras. The new DA9025 high performance power management controller takes a system level approach to managing the multiple power domains and voltage requirements of lithium powered portable applications, integrating a number of functions and interfacing directly with a battery pack.

Kirchheim/Teck, Germany (PRWEB) September 26, 2005 -- Dialog Semiconductor Plc (NASDAQ: DLGS, FWB: DLG) has launched a new general purpose device for use as a core building block in power management sub-systems in portable electronics equipment, audio players, cellular handsets and digital cameras. The new DA9025 high performance power management controller takes a system level approach to managing the multiple power domains and voltage requirements of lithium powered portable applications, integrating a number of functions and interfacing directly with a battery pack.

Containing four low power, high performance, low dropout regulators based on Dialog Semiconductor’s unique ‘Smart Mirror™’ technology, a real time clock supply and a high efficiency buck converter, the new IC fits between the simple single function device such as a low dropout regulator (LDO) or switching converter, and sophisticated system-on-chip ICs. The main benefit of this approach is that it reduces the cost and PCB overhead of having to build in multiple off-the-shelf, low-integration power management components from multiple vendors.

The DA9025 can be used both standalone with pre-determined power-up sequence for simple operation, or controlled by an I2C bus for greater control and programmability of output voltages and power in individual blocks.

Power efficiency and therefore longer battery life is enabled using Dialog Semiconductor’s patented and unique Smart Mirror™ architecture – a technology that optimizes quiescent current consumption by matching it to the current demand and performance required, removing the need for a low power mode and the associated hardware and software overhead.

Typical handheld applications for the DA9025 include those with a lithium power source, processor controlling the main functionality, memory, external peripherals such as a display, memory expansion such as SD or MMC card and some analog functionality such as data conversion or sensor interfacing.

Such a system requires a number of different power domains. For example, the processor may typically require two supplies, a low voltage for its core to save power consumption and higher voltage to interface with the other devices. Analog functions tend to require higher voltages to guarantee operating headroom or provide powerful output drivers and display drivers tend to require higher voltages as display size and complexity increases.

The DA9025’s low dropout voltage regulators are designed specially for supplying stable voltages to various parts of the system. The low drop linear regulators are optimized for critical system parameters such as low noise, high power supply rejection or low quiescent current. Two of the LDOs may be used to supply audio or RF circuits as they are low noise and typically exhibit more than 80dB power supply rejection.

Battery supplies to the regulators are separated to maximize isolation. Under I2C control the regulator output voltage is also programmable. A fifth integrated regulator provides a supply for a real time clock. This is permanently active when the battery is connected but is a very low quiescent current design.

The integrated DC-DC buck converter has a programmable range of 0.85 to 3.3V, with a default supply of 1.8V at up to 400mA. In many systems the buck converter is used to power the system processor and memory. The buck converter may be set to operate in either synchronous or asynchronous modes to optimize operating efficiency depending on load current. The converter has integrated switching FETs and requires a minimum number of external components. Under I2C control the buck converter output voltage is also programmable allowing very low voltage processors to be used.

The DA9025 is available now in a 4 * 4mm 24 QFN package.

Information about Dialog Semiconductor
Dialog Semiconductor develops and supplies power management, audio and imaging technology, delivering innovative mixed signal standard products as well as application specific IC solutions for wireless, automotive and industrial applications. The company’s expertise in mixed signal design, with products manufactured entirely in CMOS technology, enhances the performance and features of wireless, hand-held and portable electronic products. Its technology is also used in intelligent control circuits in automotive and industrial applications. Dialog Semiconductor Plc is headquartered near Stuttgart, Germany with additional design facilities in the UK, the USA, Austria and Japan. The company is listed on the Frankfurt (FWB: DLG) and on the NASDAQ (DLGS) exchanges. For more information, visit www.Dialog-Semiconductor.com

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JICA Deputy Chief visits TUSDEC

Vice President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Mr. Ueda Yoshihisa has said that the Japanese technological assistance will boost Pakistan's economy.

LAHORE, Pakistan (PRWEB) September 25, 2005 -- Visiting Vice President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Ueda Yoshihisa Thursday hoped that the technological assistance being provided by Japan would help accelerate the process of development in Pakistan’s economy especially the industrial sector.

“Sound industrial technology always accelerates the process of economic development in a country,” he made these observations during his visit to JICA-funded Project for Balancing and Modernization of Workshop Facilities at Pakistan Industrial Technical Assistance Centre (PITAC) here this afternoon.

He was accompanied by Resident Representative of JICA in Pakistan, Nobuyuki Yamura and Tokyo-based Team Director JICA, Iwakami Kenzo.
Among others present on this occasion were- Deputy Secretary Ministry of Industries, Production and Special Initiatives, Mehr Sher Muhammad , General Manager PITAC, Col (rtd) Syed Anwar Ali Pervez and Chief Advisor JICA at PITAC, Sasago Minoru.

Expressing satisfaction over the pace of JICA-II project, Yoshihisa hoped that this project would be completed within stipulated time i.e. by September next year.

He said that the in-time accomplishment of the project was mainly due to the strenuous efforts put in by Japanese experts and their Pakistani counterparts.

JICA official said that this project would go a long way in boosting Pakistan’s economy in general and engineering sector in particular.

Earlier, GM PITAC, Syed Anwar Ali Pervez while giving presentation on the working of Technology Upgradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) and PITAC, said that the Upgradation of PITAC in terms of technology and human resources was in progress.

He also talked about the projects initiated by TUSDEC for the induction of state of the art technology in the industrial sector with special reference to the plans for the establishment of CAD/CAM centres in different towns of the country and the gap analysis to be carried out by the company in the sectors of surgical instruments, ceramics and gems and jewellery.

JICA deputy chief and his team were received by Deputy Secretary Ministry of Industries, Production and Special Initiatives, Mehr Sher Muhammad, Vice Chairman PITAC, Sohail Bashir Rana and GM PITAC, Col (rtd) Syed Anwar Ali Pervez on their arrival from Islamabad.

Head Media and Public Relations, TUSDEC

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New Starch Spray System Boosts the Strength of Paper Products -- A Documented Case Study

Ronningen-Petter DCF self-cleaning filters play key role in new starch spray system that boosts strength of paper products. Corn Products turned to Ronningen-Petter for a DCF filter that is self-cleaning, self-contained, maintenance free, operated by PLC, and able to handle 150 gpm throughout as well as filter out any foreign material greater than 50 microns.

(PRWEB) September 23, 2005 -- United States paper mills and corrugated containers manufacturers have traditionally had access to inexpensive virgin fiber that could be mixed with hardwood or softwood to reach required strength. That has changed in recent years, with increasing dependence on recycled fiber sources, especially for linerboard and medium grades.

However, as the fibers are recycled, they get shorter and weaker which results in a lower grade product with less final sheet strength. Synthetic additives to enhance product strength have often been prohibitively expensive in a marketplace where profit margins have been ravaged by declining paper prices.

Now, a cost-effective starch spray solution has emerged in the United States that is designed to boost paper strength (up to 100% in IGT, 25% in Concora, and 20% in CFC and Mullen) while cutting fiber use by replacing much of the fiber with starch. Essentially, special spray nozzles apply an unmodified starch suspension to the fiber web of paper products to increase their internal strength and improve their surface properties. The starch stays internally on formed sheets and gelatinizes while drying.

Starch supplier Corn Products recently introduced the technology to the US after adapting it from one widely used in Europe and Latin America, where sources of virgin fiber have been scarce for decades. In its starch spraying system, process water mixes with starch to create slurry that flows into a run tank, which is sprayed onto the sheet former.

Filtering closed mill systems.
One key to making the starch spraying system work was proper filtering. This was all the more important since many paper mills now run closed systems in response to environmental regulations limiting water discharge and requiring process water re-use instead of adding fresh water.

"Getting the filtering right was critical, especially for closed systems where process water contains a lot of suspended trash," said a Corn Products representative. "Dirt, grit, metal shavings, anything on the floor of a paper mill that goes into the drain ends up in process water and needs to be filtered. Otherwise, it will plug up the spray nozzles, and could degrade paper quality, destroy sheets traveling at 4,000 ft/min, or even the paper forming wire that can cost upwards of $10,000 to replace."

Initially, Corn Products used two disposable basket-screen filters at a commercial trial location, mixing fresh water with process water in a 50:50 ratio.

"We couldn't keep the basket filters clean," said the representative. "Their surface area was too small and their throughput too low. Every 30-minutes a basket strainer plugged. We would have to tear it apart, clean it, and reassemble it. By that time, the other basket filter was plugged up. Since there was no way to sustain operation with the basket filters not performing, we stopped the trial."

A self-cleaning filter solution.
In the search for starch spraying filtration solution, the starch manufacturer turned to RPA Process Technologies (formerly Ronningen-Petter). RPA has installed thousands of industrial filtration systems worldwide in over 10,000 distinct applications.

A number of criteria for the proper filtration system were determined by collaboration between the two manufacturers. The filters would have to be self-cleaning, self-contained, maintenance-free, operated by PLC, and able to handle 150-gpm throughput as well as filter out any foreign material greater than 50-microns, which could disrupt paper formation.

Based on these criteria, Corn Products installed two Ronningen-Petter DCF-1600 filters on each starch spraying system, one for primary water filtration, and another for secondary starch slurry filtration.

With the DCF self-cleaning filter, process water enters the top inlet and passes through the screen. The screen holds any particles over 50-microns while cleaned water leaves through the bottom outlet. 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 in a holding chamber at the bottom of the filter housing and regularly purged through a valve at the bottom of the chamber.

"The DCF self-cleaning filters are a night and day improvement over labor-intensive disposable filters," said the Corn Products representative. "The DCF filters have a much higher throughput, a larger surface area, and automated PLC-programmable clean and purge cycles that can be tailored to specific water configurations at each paper mill."

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 RPA Process Technologies highly-trained Applications Specialists, please visit http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp.

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Psion Teklogix Welcomes Ship2Save to its Ascent Plus Partner Program

New partnership will help deliver affordable RFID solutions to small and medium-sized businesses.

Mississauga, ON (PRWEB) September 24, 2005 -- Psion Teklogix (LSE: PON), a global provider of solutions for mobile computing, wireless data collection, imaging and RFID, and Ship2Save, a leading provider of logistic solutions for the transportation, manufacturing and retail industries, today announced that Ship2Save has joined Psion Teklogix’ Ascent Partner Plus Program. The partnership allows Ship2Save to extend Psion Teklogix’ complete range of mobile computing solutions to the small and medium-sized business (SMB) market, with a focus on delivering affordable, flexible RFID capabilities.

At the heart of Ship2Save’s RFID offerings is the Operation Management System (OMS), an intelligent middleware solution that extracts data from RFID devices, filters the information and pushes relevant data into other applications for additional analysis. Integrating Ship2Save’s OMS with Psion Teklogix RFID-capable mobile computing devices provides customers with additional data collection options for all types of environments. Psion Teklogix offers integrated RFID capabilities in its 7535 and netpad hand-held devices, as well as a tethered RFID reader designed for a variety of Psion Teklogix vehicle-mount or hand-held devices.

“More small to mid-sized businesses are seeing the value of end-to-end RFID solutions,” said Rob Douglas, president, Psion Teklogix Americas. “Ship2Save has developed a high-quality, cost-effective solution specifically aimed at these businesses, and we’re thrilled that together we can provide a complete RFID data collection solution that scales to meet the growing needs of the SMB market.”

“We decided to participate in the Ascent Plus Partner Program because of Psion Teklogix’ unrivalled reputation for building rugged mobile computing devices that work in the harshest conditions, such as the cold storage environment,” said Sam Falsafi, director of business development and RFID strategy, Ship2Save. “This partnership enables us to provide customized RFID and mobile computing solutions that drive savings and improve performance across the supply chain.”

The Psion Teklogix Ascent Plus Partner Program offers partners a comprehensive set of program benefits designed to help grow their business. For qualified partners, the program also provides support and funding to develop innovative, application-specific solutions to match their customers' unique mobile computing requirements in targeted vertical markets. Benefits of membership include marketing support, dedicated sales support, customized training, priority service and support, and full access to Psion Teklogix’ Teknet extranet.

About Ship2Save
Ship2Save is one of the industry leaders in cost effective RFID Solutions and is a founding member of the Canadian Microsoft RFID Council, a member of the Microsoft Global RFID Council, and a member of Texas Instruments Tag-It Team. Ship2Save's unique product lines, flexible and proficient software, business development models, and distinctive deployment services, offer customers cost effective and high quality solutions for their logistic needs. www.ship2save.com

About Psion Teklogix Inc.
Psion Teklogix is a global provider of solutions for mobile computing and wireless data collection. The company’s fully integrated mobile computing solutions include rugged hardware; secure wireless networks, robust software, professional services, and exceptional support programs. Psion Teklogix is committed to helping its customers reap the benefits of new and emerging technologies, including image capture and RFID. With over three decades of industry experience, Psion Teklogix has customers in more than 80 countries around the world, and over 36 sales and support offices in 17 countries. Psion Teklogix is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with additional corporate offices in America, Europe and Asia. Psion Teklogix is the operating business of Psion PLC, which is publicly listed in the London Stock Exchange (PON.L). For more information, visit www.psionteklogix.com.

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September 22, 2005

MadeForOne.com Launches New Features to Reflect Growing Interest in Product Personalization

MadeForOne.com, a business news website focusing on personalization and mass customization, invites article contributions from businesspeople using personalization strategies, launches directory of enterprises using personalization and announces free monthly newsletter.

(PRWEB) September 21, 2005 -- MadeForOne.com, the business news website focusing on personalization and mass customization, has announced a number of new developments and features.

MadeForOne.com is inviting anyone who wishes to tell the story of how they implemented personalization in their business to submit an article for publication. There is no better person to describe how a business developed than someone who has been directly involved. Other articles relating to personalization / mass customization will also be considered. More information is available at http://www.madeforone.com/Features/ReqForFeatures.html .

Personalization (sometimes called mass customization) is a business concept that is growing in popularity across many different sectors. Personalization means that the customer can configure or design a product or service exactly how they want, and the business will use flexible systems to fill the order quickly. In addition, the price will be comparable to competitors' standard, mass produced versions. MadeForOne.com focuses its business news and features exclusively on this type of enterprise.

A Personalization Directory has been established within MadeForOne.com (http://www.madeforone.com/personalized_gifts/index.php), which is intended to be a comprehensive resource of companies who offer personalized products and services. The directory is currently being populated with websites that have been independently reviewed by MadeForOne.com. It is also open for website submissions, so any business that uses personalization on a significant scale can submit their site for inclusion. There are also categories for technologies that enable businesses to implement personalization. Submission to the directory is free of charge.

Another new development is the MadeForOne.com Newsletter, which is now open for subscriptions. The new free monthly newsletter will provide the latest updates on personalization direct to every subscriber's inbox. Visitors can subscribe to the newsletter simply by submitting their email address in the bar which appears at the top of each page in MadeForOne.com.

The Mass Customization and Personalization Forum (http://www.madeforone.com/phpbb2/index.php) monitors media coverage of personalization issues from around the world. It is also open for anyone to join the forum and express their own opinions on relevant topics.

MadeForOne.com has entered into marketing agreements with a number of companies who offer customized products and personalized gifts. Visitors can use the shopping page can go directly to the sites of well-established vendors offering personalized products in many different categories.

Real Simple Syndication (RSS) technology has also been implemented on the site, which means that visitors who use RSS can get headlines delivered to their aggregator or personal page on MyYahoo!, MyMSN, Feedster or Newsgator.

"It is planned to make MadeForOne.com the first place that people will visit online to find out anything in relation to personalization", said the website's founder, Donal Reddington. "From shopping facilities to in-depth analysis of industry developments, MadeForOne.com goal is to become an online hub for information on personalization."

About MadeForOne.com

MadeForOne.com is a business news and information website specializing in coverage of mass customization and personalization issues. It carries regular news updates on relevant new products, corporate developments and academic research. It also monitors developments in technologies used to implement mass customization in a business, and has recently launched an online directory of enterprises using personalization. The full website address is http://www.MadeForOne.com.

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Kaolin Slurry, a Documented Case Study -- How a Self-cleaning Filtration Unit Handled the Hard-to-Filter Material at a Lower Cost

Kaolin slurry's particle configuration makes it difficult filter, i.e. its structural characteristics can vary with the regional sources of the mineral, which can cause fluctuations in throughput and pressure drop through the screen. This article outlines how the Ronningen-Petter DCF Filter was able to tackle this difficult material, all at a lower cost!

(PRWEB) September 22, 2005 -- A Ronningen-Petter® DCF-1600 four station multiplex, self-cleaning filter system from RPA Process Technologies has successfully replaced traditional vibrating gravity screens in a kaolin slurry processing application.

The DCF-1600 filtration system was installed not only to cope with the many screening problems associated with kaolin slurry filtration, but also to match the increased product flow following an upgrade of the process that doubled plant output.

Kaolin slurry's particle configuration makes it difficult filter, i.e. its structural characteristics can vary with the regional sources of the mineral, which can cause fluctuations in throughput and pressure drop through the screen.

The DCF-1600 system is designed to operate at pressures up to 10.5 bar, which provides a significant safety margin for any operational variations. Its slotted, wedge wire screen can accommodate the full range of particle sizes present in the kaolin slurry, and can provide retention of particles ranging in size from 15 microns to 1125 microns.

The DCF-1600 system's screens are cleaned by a disc, which moves up and down the filter screen parallel to the liquid flow, and mechanically scrapes off the debris in a continuous operation that does not interrupt production. The waste purged from the filter is highly concentrated.

The system also requires minimum maintenance because it does not require motor repairs, and periodic screen replacement and adjustment maintenance is significantly less than with the original vibrating screens. In addition the operator does not need to be continually on hand to monitor the filtration process. The differential pressure across the filter, which provides a good indication of the filter performance, can also be automatically monitored.

According to RPA, the installation of the DCF-1600 filtration system has resulted in increased throughput, high product quality, reduced labor costs and maintenance and downtime, and a reduction in floor space requirement of 70%.

If you would like to learn more about this technology, please contact the Ask Filter Man forum at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp.

RPA Process Technologies integrates five leading names in filtration, liquid/solid separation and high-viscosity mixing/extrusion, i.e. Ronningen-Petter, Aoustin, Filtres Philippe, Filtres Vernay, and Malaxeurs Guittard.

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Aseptic Packaging Manufacturers Must Control Capital and Overall Expenditure to Sustain Market Growth

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (chemicals.frost.com), U.S. Aseptic Packaging Markets, reveals that revenue in this industry totaled $4.61billion in 2004 and can reach $5.31 billion in 2011.

Palo Alto, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2005 -- Sophisticated aseptic packaging equipment has found great acceptance in the United States in the last few years. To sustain this momentum, the companies in these markets should overcome the significant challenges of high capital costs and the associated expenditure incurred in installations and employing experienced technicians.

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.chemicals.frost.com), U.S. Aseptic Packaging Markets, reveals that revenue in this industry totaled $4.61billion in 2004 and can reach $5.31 billion in 2011.

If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which provides manufacturers, end users, and other industry participants an overview of the latest analysis of the U.S. Aseptic Packaging Markets, then send an email to Trisha Bradley, Corporate Communications, at e-mail protected from spam bots with your full name, company name, title, telephone number, fax number and e-mail address. Upon receipt of the above information, an overview will be sent to you by e-mail.

“To boost revenues, manufacturers of aseptic packaging equipment should highlight benefits such as extended shelf life and lower distribution costs and attempt to decrease the overall production costs,” explain Frost & Sullivan Research Analysts Ravi S. Sankar and Anupama Ramaswamy.

These companies must capitalize on their equipment sophistication, minimum distribution costs, and advanced technologies to provide better customer value in terms of creativity and comfort, ultimately spurring revenue growth.

“Aseptic packaging, based on the technique of high-temperature-less time, is ideal for the beverage market that has products with new flavors and high nutritional value and which are thermally sensitive,” elaborates Ramaswamy.

To profit from this favorable trend, enterprises should adeptly handle the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulation allowing only hydrogen peroxide as a cleaning agent for sterilization of filling equipment. The manufacturers, on the other hand, prefer a sanitizer composed of peracetic acid and hydrogen peroxide that is more suitable for the turbulent airflow in rotary fillers.

Because of this FDA restriction, only linear equipment was widely used until recently for aseptic filling operations. The low filling rate and productivity of the linear filling equipment leaves rotary filling equipment as the only competitive aseptic technology in the markets.

To counter this, aseptic packagers must concentrate on research and development to improve equipment efficiency and accommodate hydrogen peroxide in high-speed rotary machines.

“In addition, manufacturers need to overcome the increasing risk of contamination in the operation and distribution processes,” points out Sankar. “Aseptic packagers must adhere to strict cleaning and sanitation policies and insist on zero-tolerance policy for errors at all times.”

Notably, these companies should provide in-depth training during the engineering, testing, and installation stages, emphasizing on building-up the knowledge base of installation laborers. This will reduce the installation time along with the costs incurred in maintaining technicians and engineers on-site.

U.S. Aseptic Packaging Markets, a part of the Chemicals and Materials subscription, provides a comprehensive overview of the aseptic packaging markets in the United States, segmenting them into paperboard cartons, flexible packages, and plastic containers. It identifies the key market drivers and restraints pertaining to each segment and includes in-depth market and competitive analysis and strategies for market participants to better their market positions. Executive summaries and analyst interviews are available to the press.

Frost & Sullivan, a global growth consulting company, has been partnering with clients to support the development of innovative strategies for more than 40 years. The company's industry expertise integrates growth consulting, growth partnership services, and corporate management training to identify and develop opportunities. Frost & Sullivan serves an extensive clientele that includes Global 1000 companies, emerging companies, and the investment community by providing comprehensive industry coverage that reflects a unique global perspective and combines ongoing analysis of markets, technologies, econometrics, and demographics. For more information, visit www.frost.com.

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Internet Marketing: Has Traditional Web Site Optimization (SEO) Outlived Its Usefulness?

When it comes to internet marketing, traditional web site optimization (SEO) still stands as the holy grail, but an increasing number of small and medium sized business owners, facing the prospect of high SEO fees, are just now beginning to turn to an alternative promotional method that is generating consistent and quantifiable results at a fraction of the cost.

LOS ANGELES, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2005 - The cost of SEO, at least when it comes to highly competitive keyword phrases, is prohibitive for all but those with deep pockets.

"Matt Hocken, of Interactive Marketing, Inc., estimates that one can expect to pay upwards of $50,000 - $100,000 a year to secure top ten Google placement for a highly competitive keyword phrase like 'life insurance' or 'debt consolidation' and that's obviously out of the question for the small to medium sized business," Ron Scott, Fast Track SEOP's senior publicist reports.

Even the cost for placement using less popular keyword phrases can be high.

"A Houston publicist recently paid $5,000 to get her website optimized for a small number of obscure keyword phrases that Overture reports are cumulatively generating fewer than 200 inquiries a month. Not told that 50-75% of those searches are being routinely conducted by webmasters, SEOs, and website owners checking the current status of their websites, she's now wondering if she'll ever recoup the expense," Scott says.

So what’s the alternative? Pop-ups? Pop unders? Banner ads? Email? Not hardly.

Unlike an organic search engine optimization program that can take months and even years to start showing results, internet press releases start generating interest the day they are published.

"A properly optimized and distributed press release will typically generate 50,000 - 100,000 actual reads the first week it goes on line," says Scott.

According to Scott, unlike traditional press releases, 98% of all internet press releases are read by consumers and B2B prospects.

"Originally, press releases were the exclusive domain of the Fortune 500 and were directed to the mass media, but not any more. Small and medium sized businesses have discovered that they can deliver their messages directly to a broad (national or international) or highly targeted (local or regional) audience on the internet and, thereby, eliminate the tedious process of media placement," he says.

Scott points out that the value of an internet press release promotional strategy doesn’t stop there.

"Press releases can also be optimized for organic search which enables those who find their newly published websites residing in Google purgatory, the opportunity to secure top ten rankings in a week or less," Scott says.

To illustrate the value of the internet marketing strategy, Scott points to a release he prepared and distributed on behalf of a little known manufacturer in New Zealand.

"The first 30 calendar days, it generated 133,686 reads, drove over 25,000 visitors to their website, and generated 100s of inquiries from B2B prospects all over the world," he says. "Since that sampling taken at the beginning of June, the release has generated an additional 42,443 reads and a commensurate level of traffic and inquiries.
"It's the gift that keeps giving," he says.

Has traditional web site optimization outlived its usefulness?

"For most of our clients it has," Scott says.

To introduce business owners to the comparative value of an internet, press release promotional strategy, Fast Track SEOP offers free, online introductory webinars four days a week. The company, a full-service internet public relations firm, has developed an online training program that enables business owners to manage their press release promotional campaigns in-house. To learn more visit www.fasttrackrankingandplacement.com.

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September 20, 2005

Internet Marketing Agency Elixir Systems Announces New Client -- Worldwide Laser Services Corporation

Internet marketing agency Elixir Systems today announced a new client relationship with Worldwide Laser Services Corporation, a laser automation and integration specialist. Elixir will provide internet marketing services to increase Worldwide Lasert’s search related business.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 20, 2005 -- Internet marketing experts Elixir Systems, a leading provider of online marketing services including search engine optimization, paid search and online public relations, today announced an agreement with Worldwide Laser Services Corporation, a laser automation and integration specialist, to provide search engine marketing services to increase their online business.

Worldwide Laser founded in 1986 is a laser automation and integration specialist who's areas of expertise include new laser systems for laser marking, laser cutting, and laser drilling, They also provide new and refurbished parts for Co2 lasers and ND-YAG lasers as well as offering a laser repair service.

"Worldwide Laser is a growing company with customers on a national and international level" said Fionn Downhill, CEO of Elixir Systems. "They offer a specialized service and we aim to help them develop their web presence through a search strategy built to meet their needs. Our goal is to help them to develop their business and achieve world-wide recognition as the leading laser automation and integration specialists."

Elixir Systems are leaders in the field of internet marketing and offer customized strategies built around search engine optimization, paid search and online public relations. Elixir Systems is dedicated towards developing strong business partnerships and to delivering the highest possible levels of service. They aim to achieve long term results that have a true impact on their clients' business success.

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 Laser currently has active clients in ten countries on three continents. They have 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, the LP9000 series of diode & flash lamp YAG 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

About Elixir Systems:
Elixir Systems is a full service, professional internet marketing agency that specializes in strategies to increase online business for their clients. Their experts develop strategies built around search engine optimization, paid search marketing and online public relations to help clients develop online business opportunities. Elixir Systems has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information, visit http://www.elixirsystems.com, or their Insights intoSearch for Business Blog http://seoblog.elixirsystems.com or call 480-889-5393.

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Stealth Introduces High Brightness Sunlight Readable LCD Monitors for Demanding Indoor/Outdoor Applications

Stealth Computer Corporation a leading ISO 9001 manufacturer of specialized computers and peripherals has introduced their new StealthVU SV-1700-HB high brightness LCD monitor. Stealth's high brightness LCD monitors are powerful sunlight readable displays that are designed to operate in extreme ambient light conditions outperforming ordinary LCD monitors. Typically commercially available LCD products will wash out in direct and indirect sunlight conditions rendering them ineffective in mission critical or data sensitive applications. The SV-1700-HB is a 17" diagonal sized monitor that has a brightness rating of 1300 Nits, roughly 5 times the brightness of a commercially available desktop monitor

Toronto (PRWEB) September 20, 2005 -- Stealth Computer Corporation a leading ISO 9001 manufacturer of specialized computers and peripherals has introduced their new StealthVU SV-1700-HB high brightness LCD monitor. Stealth's high brightness LCD monitors are powerful sunlight readable displays that are designed to operate in extreme ambient light conditions outperforming ordinary LCD monitors. Typically commercially available LCD products will wash out in direct and indirect sunlight conditions rendering them ineffective in mission critical or data sensitive applications. The SV-1700-HB is a 17" diagonal sized monitor that has a brightness rating of 1300 Nits, roughly 5 times the brightness of a commercially available desktop monitor.

Stealth's High Brightness LCD's meet NEMA 4/IP 66 standards intended for indoor or outdoor use primarily to provide a degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust and rain, splashing water, and hose-directed water. The all-stainless steel enclosed LCD Monitor is built to withstand the demanding effects of harsh environments typically encountered in outdoor environments, plant floors, and marine/mobile applications.

The high precision 17" viewable display is capable of running resolutions up to its native mode of 1280 x 1024 pixels. Optional touch screens are available with several technologies to choose from including resistive, capacitive and surface acoustic wave providing for simple and trouble free point and click operation. Stealth's built to order manufacturing offers a wide range of configurations built to the customer's exact specification.

All StealthVU monitors are plug & play capable requiring no video drivers or special interface cards. The StealthVU LCD's are ideal choices for applications such as, Indoor/Outdoor Kiosks, Digital Signs, Marine/Mobile, Human-Machine Interface, Factory Automation, Process Control, or any other demanding applications where critical information must be displayed.

Founded in 1990 Stealth Computer Corporation is quietly evolving as a leading provider of specialized Computers and Peripherals. The company is ISO 9001 registered with its headquarters near Toronto, Canada. Stealth continually develops innovative products designed to meet the exact needs of their clients. For 15 years Stealth, products have been used in industrial, commercial, scientific, Government and military applications. Stealth Computer Corporations impressive customer base includes Fortune 500 companies, Military installations and Governments worldwide.

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Lead-Free Reflow Soldering Is Focus of Free Web Seminar, Oct. 20, from Speedline Technologies

As the electronics industry continues the transition to lead-free manufacturing, many questions continue to challenge manufacturers as they consider the required extensive, and often expensive – changes in their production processes. Questions in the reflow soldering process involve decisions about equipment and process changes to considerations necessary to optimize the lead-free process. To help, experts from Speedline Technologies will address the issues involved in a free, live, Web seminar, titled "Lead-Free Reflow Soldering," on Thursday, October 20, from 11 a.m. to noon, EST. To register, visit http://www.speedlinetech.com/seminars

FRANKLIN, MASSACHUSETTS (PRWEB) September 20, 2005 -- As the electronics industry continues the transition to lead-free manufacturing, many questions continue to challenge manufacturers as they consider the required extensive, and often expensive – changes in their production processes. Questions in the reflow soldering process involve decisions about equipment and process changes to considerations necessary to optimize the lead-free process.

To help, experts from Speedline Technologies will address the issues involved in a free, live, Web seminar, titled "Lead-Free Reflow Soldering," on Thursday, October 20th, from 11 a.m. to noon, EST. Topics will include:

* Reflow equipment configurations and differences
* Producing lead-free assemblies
* Nitrogen process variables
* Cooling considerations
* Cost of operation

A Questions & Answers discussion will be included.

For more information, and to register, visit http://www.speedlinetech.com/seminars or call 1-508-541-4749.

Future free, live Web seminars – all scheduled at from 11 a.m. to noon, EST include:

* Thurs., Nov. 17: Tin Whiskers
* Thurs., Dec. 15: Fine Pitch Printing

About Speedline Technologies
Speedline Technologies is the global leader in process knowledge and expertise for the PCB assembly and semiconductor industries. Based in Franklin, Massachusetts, U.S.A., the company markets five best-in-class brands — Accel microelectronics cleaning equipment; Camalot dispensing systems; Electrovert wave soldering, reflow soldering, and cleaning equipment; MPM stencil and screen printing systems; and Protect global services, support, and training solutions. Speedline was named as the "2005 Surface Mount Technology Company of the Year" by Frost & Sullivan.
For more information, visit http://www.speedlinetech.com or contact Speedline at:

* USA: Speedline Technologies, 16 Forge Park, Franklin, MA 02038 USA, Tel: 1-508-520-0083, Fax: 1-508-520-2288, E-mail: e-mail protected from spam bots;
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* Asia: Speedline Technologies Asia Pte Ltd, 150 Kampong Ampat, #05-08 KA Centre, Singapore 368324, Tel: 65-6286-6635, Fax: 65-6289-9411, E-mail: e-mail protected from spam bots.

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September 17, 2005

Fireaway LLC Completes Acquisition of Aero-K Product Line from Sensor Electronics

Fireaway LLC Completes Acquisition of Aero-K Product Line from Sensor Electronics

MINNETONKA, Minn (PRWEB) September 17, 2005 -- Fireaway LLC, a leading developer and manufacturer of safe, environmentally friendly, fire-suppressing aerosol products, today announced completion of its acquisition of the Aero-K® product line from Sensor Electronics Corporation. The transaction gives Fireaway key strategic assets that enhance its innovative line of fire safety equipment.
As part of the acquisition, Fireaway assumes responsibility for domestic and international distribution channels and warranty administration - assuring uninterrupted service to end users, distributors, and OEM’s.

Fireaway will integrate the Aero-K® products into its recently introduced Stat-X ® line of fire suppression systems and devices.

“From the outset, there was a strong similarity in the technology between our two companies. Our management team shares a common vision for how to integrate our products, maintain the necessary approvals and streamline the process for customers of solid aerosol products,” said James F. Lavin, founder and chief executive officer of Fireaway. “Fireaway is committed to further research, develop and expand leading-edge solid aerosol technology for a variety of applications and will continue to seek acquisitions to strategically grow our business.”

The devices meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 2010 standards, are approved for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, listed by UL Canada, and are manufactured to ISO 9000 standards.

“Our products are a safe, innovative, cost effective and reliable ‘first line of defense’ in fire protection,” noted Lavin. “Our revolutionary technology requires a small fraction of the extinguishing agent associated with traditional systems. This translates into an increased level of protection and significant cost savings for the user.”

Fireaway LLC, founded in 2003, manufactures and distributes safe, environmentally friendly fire-suppressing aerosol systems that are transforming the fire protection industry. Its products provide an effective, reliable and cost-effective enhancement to existing fire-safety methods. The company has assembled a world-class team of engineers and professionals with decades of experience servicing a wide range of industries including information technology, transportation, process control, chemical, defense, and marine applications. For more information, visit www.fireaway.biz.

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Pak automobile sector has great potential to grow

A four-member delegation of Japanese technology experts visited the head office of Technology Upgradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) and discussed the ways for boosting Pak-Japanese relations in technology sector.

Lahore (PRWEB) September 16, 2005 -- A four-member delegation of Japanese technology experts led by Dr. Koichi Shimokawa visited Technology Up-Gradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) head office here Thursday.

Other members of the Japanese team were-Prof. Hiroshi Ito, a metal sheet technology expert and Minoru Ohira and Shinichiro Ashizawa of Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO).

Chairman TUSDEC, Almas Hyder briefed the delegation on the working of the company formed by Ministry of Industries and Production for the induction of state of the art technologies in various industrial sectors of the country.

He also talked about the projects being executed in this regard including Up-gradation of Pakistan Industrial Technical Assistance Centre (PITAC), Rehabilitation of Cement Research and Development Institute (CR&DI), Establishment of CAD/CAM Centres and Common Facility Centres (CFCs).

Almas Hyder said that the present government was very supportive to the efforts for the technology upgradation in the country.
He said that technical assistance from Japan and other developed countries could be helpful in boosting Pakistani industry especially the engineering sector.

Speaking on this occasion, leader of the delegation, Dr. Koichi Shimokawa said that Pakistan’s automobile sector had great potential to grow.

“Observing of high quality standards can help Pakistani automobile sector to target international market besides meeting the domestic demand,” he said.

Shimokawa referred to Thai automobile exports experience in this regard, adding that the automobile companies changed their strategy after 1997 in a bid to tap opportunities in other countries of South East Asia and adjoining regions.

He hoped that Japanese vendors and suppliers would also invest in Pakistan market in future.

He said that the establishment of Tools, Dies and Moulds Centre in Karachi would meet the needs of Pakistan’s engineering sector.
Later, the members of Japanese delegation attended a reception hosted by TUSDEC Chairman at a local hotel.

Among others present on this occasion were General Manager Skill Development TUSDEC, Col (rtd) Syed Anwar Ali Pervez, Makoto Namba, General Manager Vendor Development, Honda Atlas Cars Limited and officials from different automobile companies of the country.

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“How to Make Your Sales Funnel Flow Faster" Public Teleconference Announced

On September 20, 2005, Sales Performance Consultants, Inc. is conducting a teleconference for B2B Marketing and Sales executives on “How to Make Your Sales Funnel Flow Faster.” The teleconference will interview Mr. Hugh MacFarlane, author of the book “The Leaky Funnel, Earn More Customers by Aligning Sales and Marketing to the Way Businesses Buy” (2003, Bookman Media Pty Ltd).

Chicago (PRWEB) September 16, 2005 -- Increasing the flow of prospects through the sales funnel is a goal that seems elusive and frustrating goal for many companies. Yet, it is possible, and surprisingly profitable results are possible.

A new approach for managing the sales funnel is emerging. Borrowing from principals that produced dramatic improvements in manufacturing productivity in the last 30 years, businesses must focus on activities which help prospects and customers solve their problems. This new approach has helped divisions of companies such as Citibank, Oracle, IBM, and GE to achieve remarkable successes.

On September 20, 2005, Sales Performance Consultants, Inc. is conducting a teleconference for B2B Marketing and Sales executives on “How to Make Your Sales Funnel Flow Faster.” The teleconference will interview Mr. Hugh MacFarlane, author of the book “The Leaky Funnel, Earn More Customers by Aligning Sales and Marketing to the Way Businesses Buy” (2003, Bookman Media Pty Ltd).

Questions the “How to Make Your Sales Funnel Flow Faster” teleconference will answer:

* What is the key to getting prospects to move through the funnel faster?
* What can companies do to help their marketing and selling organizations be more efficient and effective?
* How can you minimize the inevitable risks of changing the marketing and selling process?
* How much does being successful depend on special software and measurement vs just doing the right things?

Attendees to the teleconference will hear Mr. MacFarlane present topics from the book “The Leaky Funnel” as well as some examples of marketing and selling organizations from his files that have overcome huge challenges and achieved dramatic breakthroughs, without requiring large investments of capital, or making risky decisions. Participants will also come away with:

* Specific examples of how to align their company’s marketing and selling process with the way their prospects and customers buy
* A series of steps their company needs to go through to understand how their customers buy and how they can recast marketing and sales to assist them in those efforts
* A list of factors that can typically cause resistance in any organization, and what to do to avoid or overcome the resistance
* A pdf copy of the presentation material used in the presentation
* A downloadable version of the teleconference and the question and answer period
* Resources for learning more information on this fascinating and important topic.

Attendance for this 75 minute teleconference is limited to 50 participants. The fee (exclusive of promotional coupons or discounts) is $29.00. For more information, visit www.salesperformance.com/fasterfunnel.aspx.

Michael J. Webb is President of Sales Performance Consultants, Inc., a consultancy that helps senior executives to improve unreliable and unmeasurable processes for finding, gaining, and keeping customers. Mr. Webb delivered the keynote address for the first two conferences held on applying Six Sigma to marketing and sales. He has helped clients such as American Express, 3M, Marriott, and many others to improve their sales processes and results. He also works with certain sales training firms to integrate best selling practices into client's sales operations. Mr. Webb’s website (www.salesperformance.com) contains information and resources for companies that want to improve their sales performance. You can reach him at (877) 784-6507.

Hugh MacFarlane was responsible for the Internet business of Digital Equipment Corporation in the South Pacific. At Digital, Hugh's team of sales/marketing, technical support and consulting personnel helped Digital's customers and partners capitalize on the potential of the Internet and its commercial capabilities. In doing so, Hugh grew Digital's annual revenues from this segment from $2 million to $35 million over 18 months. He is founder and managing partner of MathMarketing (www.mathmarketing.com), the Australian sales and marketing effectiveness company that advises AAPT, Aviva, AXA, Citibank, Colonial, Compaq, Computer Associates, GE, IBM, Optus, Oracle, Perpetual, Telstra, Zurich and others. Hugh has now led over 160 marketing strategy projects for businesses pursuing growth. You can reach him at +61 (3) 9948 0022, or www.mathmarketing.com.

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September 15, 2005

Fuel Protests, Petrol, Supply Shock, Peak Oil and a Challenge by Futurist Writer "T Ray Deal" to Sir Richard Branson of Virgin

Peak Oil is where the World appears to be running out of Oil far sooner than it is. The book 'Unlimited Energy' set in 2022 Singapore, contains two key ways of delaying the financial crisis that can be brought about by 'PEAK OIL.' But it needs a 'HERO' to start things going.' The Author reveals his stratergy

(PRWEB) September 15, 2005 -- Firstly, Peak Oil has been brought about by our becoming addicted to the ‘Energy Machine,’ namely consumerism, 24/7 working and a politically driven perception that continued growth without predicting the consequence is good.

Whilst we won’t run out of oil soon, we will be subjected to price and supply shocks regularly from now on. This is because demand is now starting to outweigh the ability to pump and refine...The basic meaning of 'Peak Oil'.

The stability of the world's oil supply depends on a few; some would say only five, major fields.

Oil is now being pumped almost to its maximum and in some cases is being over pumped by pushing more water back down the wells than is good for them. Refineries are now approaching their maximum capacity.

This capacity was, presumably, accurately calculated quite some time ago by the oil companies based on the peak oil predictions of the time. It is unlikely that more capacity will be required, because Oil production won’t be there to make it necessary (Type "Hubbert’s Curve" in Google).

The consequence: Oil prices are pushed up so that the value of asset bases and profits of the oil companies’ increase. This means they can now afford to explore and produce Oil from sites that were previously not profitable.

The current investment program to find more Oil by the Oil-men will not suffice in anything but the short term and produces, price and supply shocks that create uncertainty, inflation and instability.

The day that we produce one barrel less than we need, will see the start of hyper-inflation as the cost of Oil as a raw material for Cement, Fertilizers, and medicines etc goes up and up.

The first part of the solution is to rapidly increase investment in Alternative Energy supplies. Under-investment has occurred for many reasons.

Now that energy prices are going ever upward most of these reasons are invalid. It is absolutely essential that we keep the price of Oil down by reducing our need for it. Plus we need to conserve Oil to make essential goods, many of which can then be recycled.

Translation of scientific data from expert sources into a reader enjoyable and understandable form to promote alternative energy.

The near-future Sci Fi book for women and men, ‘Unlimited Energy’ contains two main themes that can be researched;

Solar Towers that can be used to produce large amounts of energy which could, green deserts, clear pollution from towns and supply much of the developing World’s needs.

Solar energy converted to electricity by new plastic solar-panels. This is then used to refine Aluminum from its oxide, Aluminum, volume for volume, when burnt in oxygen, produces more heat, than oil, produces no pollution and can be transported safely anywhere. It can be then recycled back to Aluminum, again and again.

The Challenge to Sir Richard Branson from T Ray Deal:

The World needs an Honest and Clear Sighted Business Leader to take up the challenge of finding the ‘Pure Path’ to alternative energy production. Please seriously consider helping the World stave of disaster by showing us the way.

Even you, will be amazed at the support you will get. You have already been sent one idea by the writer that will help you finance the 'Quest.'

'Unlimited Energy' is available from many on-line bookstores, but please remember your local, walk-in store.

T Ray Deal
www.tridi.com

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“Business & Beyond” to Feature Paradigm Geo Technology -Delivering Quality Prospects for the Global Oil and Gas Industry

Maintaining a global network of sales, services and user support, Paradigm has 25 offices in 22 countries and serves all major oil and gas producing regions in the world.

Deerfield Beach, FL (PRWEB) September 15, 2005 -- Platinum Television Group is pleased to announce the selection of Paradigm for its innovative, educational television series “Business and Beyond.” This company will be featured as part of our “Models of Excellence” series, featuring stories on software and services.

Paradigm offers information resources to the leaders of the oil and gas industry worldwide. Maintaining a global network of sales, services and user support, Paradigm has 25 offices in 22 countries and serves all major oil and gas producing regions in the world.

Paradigm’s sophisticated Software Solutions and Integrated Services support every stage in the oil and gas exploration and production process, from state-of-the-art data processing and imaging, through advanced 3D visualization, interpretation and earth modeling, to reservoir characterization, petrophysics and petroleum engineering, up to the well planning and drilling engineering stages. The entire process is integrated and supported by Paradigm’s Epos Data Management and Interoperability integration framework.

Paradigm’s innovative solutions help its customers generate “Quality Prospects” (prospects that offer the lowest risk of failure in actual drilling) by enabling them to define accurate drilling strategies that ensure expeditious time to revenues and reduced risk. The company’s groundbreaking E&P technologies have resulted in advanced methodologies for the safe, profitable and environmentally-friendly extraction of the earth's minerals.

Paradigm’s technology provides a comprehensive solution for many of the world’s most influential oil and gas companies. Supplying proficient and reliable services, Paradigm stands out as a cutting-edge company which is making its mark in the constantly evolving oil and gas industry.

Additional information on Paradigm can be found at www.paradigmgeo.com.

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M2M Remote Managed Services enabled by Comtech/PTC VAR agreement

M2M Remote Managed Services enabled in Benelux and Scandinavia regions. PTC RM&S add value in their chosen market to Comtech’s “out of the box” M2M solution. Combined client business focus, technology and business model to offer service rapidly.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2005 -- Comtech Holdings Ltd (www.comtechm2m.com), the leading Machine-to-Machine (M2M) Solution Enabler and PTC Remote Management & Service (PTC RM&S, www.ptcrms.nl) a Value Added Reseller (VAR) today announce a cooperation agreement. Together, the companies offer remote managed service solutions in the Benelux and Scandinavian regions for M2M telemetry applications.

PTC RM&S are a “one stop shop” delivering complete solutions to industrial end users by monitoring, controlling and managing their remote machines and assets through a managed services approach. Comtech provide the “M2M within” the application (end-to-end communication infrastructure) through their µWEAVE “out of the box” M2M telemetry system. µWEAVE comprises an intelligent GSM/GPRS gateway for remote machines, web-based back-office management software and specialized M2M services. PTC RM&S deliver value-added hardware and services above the µWEAVE platform to tailor solutions to meet the end users business needs offering a one stop solution to the end client. The µWEAVE “out of the box” concept provides flexibility through “configuration rather than design” with a service-based approach that offers a quick time to market and rapid Return on Investment (ROI).

“We offer to our client the benefits that an M2M solution will bring to his business. Therefore we consider Comtech’s µWeave ‘out of the box’ not only a swift to implement concept ideal for low volume solutions, which is perfect to clarify the individual business case and ROI in a quick trail, but also a reliable basis that can be easily optimized for high volume applications” said Wessel Koning, Technical Director, PTC RM&S, “This fits our business model as the exclusive VAR for the Benelux and Scandinavia markets perfectly. With Comtech’s know how and expertise, we have not only complemented our service but we have also established a valuable partnership around this unique concept.”

PTC RM&S have with their system integrator Koopmans & Zwart (www.koopmansenzwart.nl) been enable to achieve fast time to market in offering managed services based around their core business without the need to bother with the underlying M2M technology. Likewise, Comtech are able to offer solutions to market specific end users through partners who are experts in their field. A true win-win

partnership, which provides a blueprint for success that is to be duplicated in many other regions and markets.

“Successful M2M adoption is no longer about technology from vendors; it is about end users proving the business case and delivering a rapid ROI,” said Barry Lowe, Managing Director, Comtech Holdings Ltd, “µWEAVE offers the service-based platform that can be tailored by companies such as PTC RM&S to aid end users with their business case and ROI, in order to dominate their chosen markets”.

About Comtech Holdings Ltd
Comtech Holdings., www.comtechm2m.com, Bolton, UK, enables companies to remotely monitor and control their equipment via the Internet. The company provides GSM, GPRS, PSTN modems, routers and gateways, Web-based central management applications and specialized M2M services enabling companies to build an end-to-end automated system. Solutions are suited to many diverse markets.

About PTC Remote Management & Service
PTC RM&S., www.ptcrms.nl is a part of the Pulse Technology Centre BV, an expertise centre with specialized solutions for drying and dewatering problems. PTC RM&S is a solution provider with its mission to deliver clients a ‘turn key’ M2M solution to meet their unique and specific business case under the guidance of PTC RM&S to avoid long trials. This is achieved through a unique ‘out of the box’ concept for quick experiences and learning to help to clarify this business case and deliver the vital ROI.

Contacts
Barry Lowe
Comtech Holdings Ltd,
Comtech House, 28 Manchester Road, Westhoughton, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 3QJ, UK
Web: www.comtechm2m.com
Tel: +44 (0) 1942 851800
Fax: +44 (0) 1942 851808

Wessel Koning
PTC Remote Management & Service,
Thialf Business Park, Pim Mulierlaan 1- 21, 8443 DA Heerenveen, The Netherlands
Web: www.ptcrms.nl
Tel: +31 513 855 086
Fax: +31 513 855 088

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September 14, 2005

QSI Graphical Operator Interface to be Employed in Lobster / Aquaculture Industry

QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has recently been selected by Know Tech Environmental, Inc. to provide human machine interface (HMI) equipment for Know Tech Environmental’s lobster/aquaculture products.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (PRWEB) September 14, 2005 -- QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has recently been selected by Know Tech Environmental, Inc. to provide human machine interface (HMI) equipment for Know Tech Environmental’s lobster/aquaculture products.

QSI Corporation’s QTERM-G70 rugged operator interface terminal will be used in Know Tech Environmental’s Tally Ho! Weighmeister, a machine is designed for styro-packing operations that efficiently records the weight of boxes of lobsters and produces printed shipping manifests for each order. The QTERM-G70 graphic terminal will also be used in the Visual Sorter, an innovative product simplifying lobster grading based on color.

QSI’s QTERM-G70 is a rugged, Ethernet-enabled graphic operator interface terminal using a touch screen to interface with the user. This rugged terminal features a robust list of industrial-grade hardware features and options including a 320x240 lighted graphic LCD display (color or grayscale); 100Base-T Ethernet with TCP/IP support; touch screen with optional PS/2 keyboard connection; EIA-232, -422 or -485 serial interface; and 4 Mbytes Flash / 16 Mbytes RAM. The QTERM-G70 graphic terminal is ruggedized for use in harsh industrial environments (NEMA-4, CE certified).

The QTERM-G70 uses an object-based graphic terminal programming language called Qlarity™ (pronounced Clarity). Designing a simple control panel interface or a complete stand-alone application has never been easier. The ability to use pre-defined objects, edit existing objects or author your own objects provides flexibility to the novice and expert alike. Qlarity Foundry™, a PC-based design tool, provides a Windows® environment for screen creation, application simulation, debugging and downloading to the QTERM-G70 terminal.

“We're excited about working with Know Tech because they produce innovative products that address challenges in the lobster/aquaculture industry," said Karen Stanley, Sales Manager for QSI. "QSI is proud to be part of this project and the outstanding family of products by Know Tech."

"We believe our new lobster packing and grading products represent break-through advances in the highly competitive lobster processing industry”, says James Shand, President of Know Tech Environmental, Inc. “The QSI QTERM-G70 terminal and Qlarity provided a great platform for building our industrial applications. The cold, seawater-drenched operating environment has been a real challenge and the QTERM-G70 has performed flawlessly. Our customers especially appreciate the colorful graphic capabilities and the built-in touch screen interface.”

To learn more about Know Tech Environmental’s lobster/aquaculture products, visit http://www.kteinfo.com.

To learn more about the QTERM-G70, visit http://www.qsicorp.com/qterm-g70.html. Graphic images of the QTERM-G70 can be downloaded from http://www.press.qsicorp.com. A QTERM-G70 data sheet can be downloaded at http://www.qsicorp.com/pdfs/data_sheets/qterm-g70-ds.pdf. For more information contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770, Fax 801-466-8792, Web www.qsicorp.com or www.qlarity.com.

About QSI Corporation
Established in 1983, QSI Corporation is a manufacturer of rugged handheld, panel-mount and pedestal-mount terminals for industrial OEMs and commercial vehicle systems integrators. QSI’s human machine interface (HMI) and mobile data terminal (MDT) products include character and graphic terminals that are programmable, customizable, CE certified and NEMA 4/12/13 rated. Numerous interfaces are available, including EIA-232, EIA-422, EIA-485, J1708, Ethernet and Power-over-Ethernet. QSI excels at designing and building custom and semi-custom terminals able to withstand high levels of shock, vibration, humidity and other environmental parameters. All QSI Corporation products are manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information, contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770.

About Know Tech Environmental Inc.
Know Tech Environmental, Inc. is headquartered in Truro, Nova Scotia with a long history of technology-based product development. Know Tech Environmental, Inc. is dedicated to development, manufacturing and sales of innovation-based products within the lobster/aquaculture industry. The company has recently developed software products for processing lobsters and is actively working on development of automated ammonia monitoring and alarm systems for lobster storage systems and aquaculture ponds. Know Tech products are distributed in Atlantic Canada by ABCO Industries Ltd. of Lunenburg, a well known, long term supplier to the East Coast fishing industry, and in New England by C & C Scale Company Inc. of Middleboro, Massachusetts, a well established provider of weighing solutions to the lobster industry. For more information, contact Know Tech Environmental, Inc. at 1-800-890-8608.

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TUSDEC to Set Up CAD/CAM Centres in Pakistan

Technology Upgradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) will set up centres across Pakistan to impart training in Computer-aided designing and Computer-Aided Manufacturing.

LAHORE (PRWEB) September 14, 2005 -- Technology Up gradation and Skill Development Company (TUSDEC) is planning to set up centers in different industrial towns of the country to impart training to the youth in the fields of Computer-aided designing (CAD) and Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM).

These centers being set up in the cities including Karachi, Peshawar, Lahore, Hyderabad, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sialkot and Quetta will help produce skilled manpower , much needed to manufacture quality products in a cost-effective manner with an ultimate aim of increasing country’s exports.

This was told at the third board of directors meeting of TUSDEC held here Saturday.

The meeting presided over by Chairman TUSDEC, Almas Hyder was attended among others by Federal Secretary for Industries, Production and Special Initiatives, Suleman Ghani, Federal Secretary Planning and Development, Humayun Farshori, Federal Secretary for Science and Technology, Khawaja Zaheer Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Authority (SMEDA), Shahab Khawaja, Chief Executive Engineering Development Board (EDB), Imtiaz Ali Rastgar and private sector members- Sohail P. Ahmad, , Muhammad Imtiaz Ahmad and Rana Shahzad Hafeez.

It was also disclosed that TUSDEC would set up second Tools, Dies and Molds (TDM) centre in Gujranwala after that of Karachi. Technology gap analysis was in progress for this purpose.

The board also discussed the projects like up gradation of Pakistan Industrial Technical Assistance Centre (PITAC), rehabilitation of Cement Research and Development Institute (CR&DI) and Enhancement of Productivity and Value Addition in the garments sector besides dilating upon the financial and administrative affairs of TUSDEC.

The meeting was also given a briefing on the pace of these projects.
The board also okayed Company logo and appointment of General Manager Finance, Arif Kitchlew as company secretary of TUSDEC.

The next board meeting will be held in December this year.

Head Media and PR
TUSDEC

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September 13, 2005

Elixir Systems Announces New Account Services Manager - Shani Liquori

Elixir Systems, a leading search marketing agency, has hired Shani Liquori as their new Accounts Services Manager to provide the highest levels of customer care for their clients.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 13, 2005 – Elixir Systems, a leading supplier of search engine marketing services is pleased to announce the appointment of Shani Liquori to the position of Account Services Manager. This appointment is in line with Elixir Systems business development and growth and also their dedication to providing the highest level of customer service for their clients.

“A true measurement for the success of any business is the client's level of satisfaction” said Fionn Downhill the President of Elixir Systems. “Our goal is to provide standards of customer service that set us apart from our competitors. We are delighted to have Shari on board to help us provide the very highest level of customer care.”

Shani comes to Elixir Systems with 9 years of experience in customer service and account management. During that time she has worked for such renowned companies as J. D. Edwards and EMC. Shani will become the primary point of contact for all customer service issues. Her goal is to provide pro-active account management and maintain the highest standards of customer service.

Shani spent 4 years as a Contract Specialist with J.D. Edwards which was one of the largest providers of ERP software solutions prior to their merger with Peoplesoft. She was also employed for 2 years as an Area Administrator with EMC, one of the largest data storage providers in the world. The last 3 years have been spent working as an Accounts Services Manager with pharmaceutical and neutraceutical companies in both Connecticut and Arizona.

In addition to her industry experience, Shani holds dual master's degrees from Boston College's Carroll School of Management and School of Social Work. Her specializations include Community Organizing, Policy Planning and Administration and Strategic Management and Organizational Behavior.

Elixir Systems is dedicated to providing world class search engine marketing services to online businesses. They provide a search marketing service that is built on sound business practices and principles. Elixir Systems has some of the most experienced technical staff in the industry and are specialists at search marketing for all types of organizations and industries. They also engage in strategic partnerships with advertising and PR agencies that are looking to augment their traditional offerings with state of the art search engine marketing.

What differentiates Elixir Systems from their competition is their highly creative and innovative management team. This team has put in place a process driven system that ensures consistency of results for their clients. And results are what it is all about. Through a combination of experience, vision, creative thinking, problem solving, delivery and customer service Elixir Systems provide measurable results for their clients.

Search engine marketing involves marketing an online business via search engines, and includes improving rank in free, organic search engine listings, purchasing paid advertising, and other search engine-related activities. This growth is a result of companies becoming educated on the value of adding search and online paid advertising to their company marketing campaigns. The search engine marketing industry is a $10 billion marketplace growing at a rate 30% per year. Currently online advertising commands a 5.3 percent share of all advertising spending, and has grown from 4.3 percent in 2004.

About Elixir Systems:
Elixir Systems is a full service, professional search engine marketing agency that specializes in strategies to increase online business for their clients. Their experts develop strategies built around search engine optimization, paid search marketing and online public relations to help clients develop online business opportunities. They are members of the Search Engine Marketing Professional Organization (SEMPO) and the Search Marketing Association of North America (SMA-NA). Elixir Systems has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more information, visit http://www.elixirsystems.com, or their Blog http://searchblog.elixirsystems.com or call 480-889-5393.

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September 12, 2005

Handheld X-Ray Device Ensures Speedy Spot Checks

X-Ray Imaging Solutions' new handheld imaging scope, SPYder, allows security personnel to conduct thorough inspections in seconds.

Cary, IL (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) September 12, 2005 -- X-Ray Imaging Solutions, Inc.'s newly launched handheld imaging scope, SPYder, will allow security personnel to conduct spot checks and thorough inspections in seconds.

"Until today, X-ray scanners were either large, immobile units or low-quality handheld devices," says Glen Thomas of X-Ray Imaging Solutions. "The SPYder draws upon our extensive experience in the X-ray imaging industry to deliver high-quality images literally at your fingertips."

Weighing just 10 pounds, the SPYder uses a 12-volt handle-mounted battery pack and can be set up in just three minutes. A handle-mounted LCD display screen shows images from a field of view of 40 mm. The SPYder can also be mounted on bomb squad robots, with an ability to transmit its images back via either WiFi or video cable.

Unlike earlier isotope-based handheld devices, the SPYder uses an X-ray tube-based imaging system, eliminating the need for NRC licensing, constant replacement of isotopes, depleted isotope disposal and transportation issues. With a SPYder in hand, security personnel will be able to scan a backpack or a package in minutes.

"We live in a day and age when speed is of the essence, when efficiently and rapidly gathered information can often save lives," says Thomas. "With the SPYder, security agencies can now be secure that they have the latest tool in their armory in their fight against terror."

About X-Ray Imaging Solutions, Inc.
X-Ray Imaging Solutions, Inc. has decades of experience in the design, consultation, manufacture and service of X-ray systems for the electronics, security, industrial and medical industries. The company's product lines include X-ray sub-assemblies, packaged X-ray components, and real-time and film-based X-ray systems designed for many different applications and sample sizes. The modular design of standard sub-assemblies allows X-Ray Imaging Solutions to easily tailor to custom applications without incurring additional costs. For more information, please visit http://www.xisxray.com.

Contact information:
Glen Thomas
641 Industrial Drive
Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.878.0867
Web: http://www.xisxray.com

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TechNote Time Introduces Ohm's Law Coin for Electrical and Electronics Tradesmen

TechNote Time, which specializes in Ohm's law watches and clocks, has introduced a new Ohm's law coin to their product line. Their newest product offers the convenience of carrying electrical formulas in the form of a pocket coin and has the durability to last for a lifetime of use.

(PRWEB) September 13, 2005 -- TechNote Time, which specializes in Ohm's law watches and clocks, has introduced a new Ohm's law coin to their product line. Their newest product offers the convenience of carrying electrical formulas in the form of a pocket coin and has the durability to last for a lifetime of use.

The new die-struck medallion, which features alternating current formulas (AC Ohm’s law) on one side and direct current formulas (DC Ohm's law) on the other, is sure to please both electrical and electronics trades professionals. The large 2" antique copper coin is reddish brown in color and made from solid copper. Coated with an antiquing catalyst, the raised areas illuminate against the dark recesses giving it a sophisticated and unique look.

TechNote Time's Ohm's law pocket coin is designed for the professional tradesman and the serious do-it-yourselfer and is expected to make a unique gift idea this holiday season.

TechNote Time offers specialty gifts and useful products for electricians and electrical maintenace workers, linemen, electronic technicians, engineers, students preparing for electrical and electronics examin