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July 28, 2006

Windowstyle Supports Barnsley Mini Soccer and Helps Local Club Raise £3,000

Windowstyle Supports Barnsley Mini Soccer And Helps Local Club Raise £3,000

(PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- Thousands of soccer crazy boys and girls enjoyed a huge family weekend at Darfield Football Club last weekend in one of the North's biggest junior soccer tournaments. It was sponsored this year by Windowstyle UK, the area's largest single employer and the manufacturing arm of the Style Group UK Limited.

The Style Group is the UK's leading independent replacement window and door manufacturer and retailer with its state-of-the-art factory at Wombwell, near Barnsley, producing and installing thousands of windows and doors every year in locations the length and breadth of the country. Several of its employees had children from their families taking part in the tournament which was open to children from Under 6 to Under 15 teams and raised more than £3000 required to fund the task of finding the region's next Wayne Rooney or Steven Gerrard.

More than 40 teams competed on each day of the tournament and were supported by more than 2,500 parents, families and friends. Darfield Juniors' Under 9's manager, Sam Hutchinson, a foreman at the Windowstyle factory, explained: "It was an incredible weekend with so many families and supporters from not just this area but much further a field participating in this massive tournament. We always aim to give local youngsters of all ages the opportunity to showcase their talents and you never know but it might just uncover the next super star. Although we have to thank an army of local volunteers for their time and support we are also most grateful to the Style Group for their timely and generous encouragement."

John Ross, Chief Executive of Style Group, added: "It is not only appropriate that we should show our support for this popular local event but also most important that we support an area which has been significant in the continued development of both Windowstyle and the Group as a whole."

About Style group:
The Style Group PLC is the largest independent manufacturer, supplier and retailer of PVCu windows and doors in the United Kingdom. Since inception in 1992 the Group has continued to expand and now has 38 branches across the country from the South West to the North East serviced by a large in-house transport fleet. The Group incorporates three specialist subsidiaries:-

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

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

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

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

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:18 AM | Comments (0)

New Online Furniture Feed: One Historic Step in Shopping

Historically, the process of furnishing homes and offices has often been a chore. Without today’s Internet for research and shopping comparisons, shoppers of the past used to travel from store to store to compare available merchandise and customization options so that pieces coordinated with their homes or offices. They also needed to determine budgets, shipping and handling, pricing ranges and payment plans - all without the aid of computers and other helpful research and calculating tools.

(PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- Today’s advanced computer and Internet technology mean one historic step ahead in shopping. The powerful wired combination brings consumers online to sites like FurnitureFeed.com with multiple search & shopping features.

However, in order to truly appreciate the new, let’s take a brief look at some of the old, with the following fun facts about furniture*:

• Towards the end of the 1700s, many houses featured a large room with only one chair for the head of the household. The others sat on the floor. Sometimes a guest, most often male, would be invited to sit in the chair during a meal. As the meaning of sitting in the chair equated to being important and in charge, the lucky seated individual was called the "chair man." Today in business we use the similar expression or title "Chairman or Chairman of the Board.

• President Chester A. Arthur reportedly thought the White House was so gloomy that he had it redecorated. Twenty-four wagonloads of old furniture were hauled away to make room for the new, more fashionable furniture.

• Wood was reportedly invented by Lord Alfred J. Wood in 1921. He named it after his wife, and originally wood was an inexpensive substitute for children. Wood later became popular for furniture-making, even clothes- and food-making during the reign of Edward "the wooden king".

• New house rules were needed after Andrew Jackson's supporters came to a party at the White House after his election, because they broke dishes and stood on the furniture in their muddy boots.

• John F. Kennedy's young son, John Jr., used to hide under the president's desk. John Jr. called the desk "my house."

Leap Ahead in Time!

Now a new online furniture portal, FurnitureFeed.com, changes how people can furnish their homes and offices. At FurnitureFeed.com, the philosophy is simple, "Understanding how to buy the best furniture for the most competitive price will give you a home or office which is impressive while leaving money in your pocket."

Some of the many features and benefits of the new site are:

• Reviews that help with selection and purchasing decisions.

• Furniture Terms Glossary that helps shoppers understand the industry lingo and make more informed decisions.

• Professional Furniture Directories that help shoppers search for furniture by location (state, region), type (like bedroom furniture, office furniture, patio furniture, etc.), category (like discount furniture), specific piece and more.

Results are two-fold. Shoppers save loads of time, gas money, traveling exhaustion and shopping frustration. And companies in the furniture industry are invited to participate and have their information included in the directory lists.

So furniture shoppers can say, "Goodbye!" to traveling around, wasting time, fuel, patience and poor decisions. Now they can focus on their specific furniture needs and meet them head on, immediately, 24 / 7.

Online shopping also means safety. So if you consider that Al Capone's business card said he was a used furniture dealer, you’ll realize that FurnitureFeed.com is a much safer way to shop!

* Facts from: Doxdesk.com, Content.Scholastic.com (Scholastic), Funnies.paco.to and Gone-ta-pott.com.

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:18 AM | Comments (0)

Paratherm Summer Special: 20% off Cleaners for Thermal Systems

Extra incentive to renew hot-oil systems during planned summer maintenance shutdowns.

West Conshohocken, PA (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- Paratherm Corporation, manufacturer of heat transfer fluids for the process industries, is reducing prices for two specialized thermal-system cleaning liquids, for a two-month period this summer, wrapping up September 30, 2006.

It’s not uncommon for manufacturing plants to lighten production during the summer months, when operations workers and management ranks are thinner due to vacation time. Many plants even schedule shutdowns or equipment rotations, for preventive maintenance work, at specific times during the summer because it makes sense to take machinery out of service when staff is light, rather than during spring, winter, or fall when the ranks are at full strength.

Paratherm is calling this offer the Summer Maintenance Special, because when a process line is already out of service is also the most sensible time to perform annual maintenance tasks on thermal oil systems, including cleaning and fluid analysis.

Paratherm LC™ Large-System Cleaner Liquid can actually be added (as 10% of system volume) two weeks, or more, before the expected shutdown, because it cleans the system during regular operation. The cleaned system can then be drained and recharged during the scheduled shutdown.

Paratherm SC® Hot-Oil-Unit Cleaner Liquid, generally used for smaller electrically heated systems, performs a complete cleaning essentially overnight, while the system is completely off line.

Both Paratherm system-cleaner liquids are compatible with any mineral-oil-based fluid.

Paratherm engineers use thermal fluid analysis like a medical lab test, to get a solid peek into the operational health of the "heart and circulatory system" of a manufacturing temperature-control process. System tweaks and adjustments can then be suggested based on interpretation of the results of the tests.

More information about the Summer Maintenance Special, and the system cleaners, is available at www.paratherm.com/system-cleaners. More information about fluid analysis is available at www.paratherm.com/fluid-analysis

About Paratherm Corporation:
Paratherm’s Sludgebusters™ team provides advice, expertise, and analysis for thermal fluid systems and heat transfer fluids. Through their relationships with heater and equipment manufacturers, and their focused attention on the needs of customers, Paratherm engineers deliver smoothly operating systems and applications, and maximum production, to processors that choose Paratherm. Manufacturing and marketing non-toxic, high efficiency heat transfer fluids (also called thermal fluids or hot oils) since 1988 Paratherm Corporation currently has a customer base of over 3,000 users, largely in the chemical, food processing and plastics industries. The line consists of nine products performing at temperatures from -148° F to +650° F.

Contact: Andy Andrews at Paratherm Corporation, 4 Portland Road, West Conshohocken, PA 19428 USA. Phone 800-222-3611 or (610) 941-4900; fax 610-941-9191; www.paratherm.com.

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:17 AM | Comments (0)

Metrologic Scanners Ranked #1 in VSR Survey Finishes First Overall in Head-to-Head Comparison with Competitors

In a recent survey of nearly 300 value-added resellers published in the July issue of VSR, Metrologic Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ-NMS:MTLG) received the top cumulative score for point-of-sale bar code scanning products.

Blackwood, New Jersey (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 –- In a recent survey of nearly 300 value-added resellers published in the July issue of VSR, Metrologic Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ-NMS:MTLG) received the top cumulative score for point-of-sale bar code scanning products.

Metrologic finished first overall in the survey’s scanner category – ahead of Symbol, Hand Held Products and PSC. Metrologic scored 22.5 out of a possible 25 points. (See chart below)

All vendors were evaluated in five core areas of customer satisfaction, and Metrologic took top honors in four of them. Metrologic finished first in product features; product reliability; vendor support and service; and competitive pricing. It finished a close second in product innovation.

VSR stated, "Metrologic was the clear scanner category winner." It also added, "Those [companies that ranked demonstrate a superior ability to deliver on the litmus test of customer satisfaction and are members of a very elite group of technology pioneers."

Metrologic tied Touch Dynamic (category: integrated POS units) for the highest overall score by any vendor in any product category. The company also finished as the top-ranked vendor overall for pricing. The average vendor cumulative score was 19 points.

VSR received 974 valid votes from 284 separate respondents. Only products purchased or integrated within the last 24 months were evaluated. The survey’s other five product categories were receipt printers, keyboards/cash drawers, touch screens, mobile computers/hand held and integrated POS units.

To read the entire article, log onto www.verticalsystemsreseller.com.

Metrologic's Contact for Corporate Communications:
Cory Laslocky
Phone: (856) 228-8100 x5828

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:16 AM | Comments (0)

Petroleum Company Increased Their Catalyst Protection Filter Capacity by 214 Percent

A petroleum company experienced an increase in demand and process conditions, which mandated some creative thinking on their equipment supplier's response to the problem at hand.

A company was using an older Ronningen-Petter REACTOGARD Catalyst Protection Filter. Due to a recent increase in demand, they needed to escalate the volume while at the same time change the composition of the feedstock.

Unfortunately, the existing filter was in need of repair (valves and controls), and as a result, it was backwashing too frequently and generating too much waste during the new process conditions.

They knew they needed a new filter solution to handle the new parameters. To make matters more interesting, they did not have the time available to decommission the filter and set up piping for an updated system.

Another unknown factor was how much bigger the new filter would have to be to effectively handle the changed feed and increased flow. This led the company to contact Ronningen-Petter for a creative solution.

Ronningen-Petter Solution
The Applications Specialists at Ronningen-Petter determined that a staged solution was necessary to keep the customers feedstock line working while an effective upgrade was occurring.

Therefore, they brought in a Petroleum Test Skid to accurately assess the existing filters performance on the new feedstock. Based on this data, a new filter was proposed.

The new filter was designed to fit onto the existing pads and anchor bolts. In keeping with the customers request to keep the line running while the new filter was put into operation, the process connections were designed to bolt up to the existing connections, and the filter control package was designed to allow the new system to be put in place one bank at a time.

This enabled the customer to change out the 5-bank catalyst protection filter system without stopping their process.

Results
The customer increased filtration capacity by 214% without changing anything in the plant besides the filter.

Ronningen-Petter is committed to meeting the customer's specific needs. In this case the design of the new filter was adjusted to match exact on-site conditions; allowing the customer to minimize the installation costs and eliminate the down time associated with equipment changeouts.

--by Ask Filter Man

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

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

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:15 AM | Comments (0)

Study Finds Business Expectations for Revenue have Lessened

A new study from the International Profit Associates Small Business Research Board (IPA SBRB) found that confidence among small businesses in the United States has decreased sharply as the economic cycle moves past the half-way mark for 2006.

Buffalo Grove, IL (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- Confidence among small businesses in the United States has decreased sharply as the economic cycle moves past the half-way mark for 2006, according to a new study from the International Profit Associates Small Business Research Board (IPA SBRB). The businesses surveyed indicated that expectations for revenue have lessened and fuel/energy costs are becoming a more critical issue.

The IPA Small Business Confidence Index (IPA SBCI), which measures expectations about revenue growth, the general economy and hiring looking forward 12 months currently stands at 39.3, declining nearly 20 percent from 47.3 in April and from 52 at the beginning of the year. By comparison the IPA SBCI stood at 55 at the beginning of 2005.

Those businesses who think revenues will increase during the next twelve months have decreased significantly. Only 46 percent of small businesses in the current survey believe their revenue will increase during the next year. This compares to 59 percent in April and 67 percent at the beginning of 2006.

Confidence regarding hiring for the next 12 months has also declined significantly since the last IPA SBRB study. Thirty percent of the small business owners and senior managers surveyed say their will increase hiring during the next twelve months. This compares to 39 percent in April and 40 percent in January.

Confidence in the general economy for the coming twelve months is wavering with 42 percent of small business owners and managers saying that the general economy will be better, compared to 44 percent in April and 49 percent at the beginning of the year.

“The IPA SBCI’s measurements of confidence in the general economy, revenue growth and hiring are all pointed downward,” said Gregg Steinberg, President of International Profit Associates, the largest privately-held provider of management consulting and professional services to small and medium-size businesses in North America. “This means that small and medium-sized businesses must do all they can to succeed in trying times.” Steinberg also said, “When small business owners are impacted by cost increases over which they have no control such as rising energy prices, it is even more important that they control the costs they can control in their business.”

The owners and managers were asked about the single most important factor impacting their businesses. The responses in the current survey are:

Energy/fuel costs 15%
Cost of materials 13%
Taxes 12%
Economic conditions 12%
Finding quality employees 11%
Healthcare costs 10%
Interest Rates 8%
Government regulation 5%
Foreign competition 3%
Ability to obtain capital 3%
Other 6%

“The continuing spike in the price of gasoline has pushed it to the top of the list of concerns of small businesses in America,” said Steinberg. “With the cost of materials second, these two cost-driven factors should remind business owners to have strong real-time controls in place that take into account changing market conditions and provide for immediate operational adjustments."

The International Profit Associates Small Business Research Board ascertains and reports the opinions of small business owners and managers on a wide variety of topics related to their own businesses as well as national and international issues that may impact their operations.

Participants in the poll provide feedback on significant issues and allow for real-time insight into the state of small businesses nationwide. The universe of participants is developed from among small businesses across the United States. A total of 358 small business owners and senior managers participated in this IPA SBRB poll. The IPA SBRB study is a voluntary survey conducted via phone and email. The poll was structured and supervised through an independent resource.

The latest information about the IPA Small Business Research Board can be found at www.ipasbrb.com.

International Profit Associates, Inc. (IPA) is the largest privately-held provider of management consulting services to small and medium-size businesses in North America. IPA and its more than 1,800 professionals offer a wide range of proven and innovative methodologies to help businesses grow and prosper regardless of the economic cycle. IPA either provides directly or through its affiliated companies a comprehensive array of business advisory services, tax and estate planning services or merger, acquisition and other financial advisory services in the United States and Canada. More information about IPA can be found at www.ipa-iba.com.

Contact:
Raymond D. Minkus
(847) 509-5777

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:14 AM | Comments (0)

LiftScience Fills Material Handling Market Void With the Introduction of the Model P130 Electric Pallet Jack

LiftScience, a leading supplier or pallet stackers, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment meets demand for eCommerce warehousing with an economical electric pallet jack.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- LiftScience fills a void in the low cost Electric Pallet Jack Truck marketplace with the introduction of the Model P130 Electric Pallet Jack. Strong growth in small businesses and especially on-line eCommerce sellers is generating a heavy demand for an economical offering to fill warehousing needs. The Model P130 Electric Pallet Jack is able to move 3300 pounds with both electric drive and electo-hydraulic lift.

Key features are fork size of 25' width x 47' length and a fork height of 3.2' to 7.8". Located on the ergonomically designed handle are all the controls to raise or lower the forks and control the throttle for infinately adjustable forward and reverse speeds. Ease of operation is further enhanced with a built in battery charger.

All ListScience products are available on-line through ForkliftDeals http://www.ForkliftDeals.com [ForkliftDeals]

About LiftScience:
LiftScience was established in 2004 to fill an empty market niche for high quality/best value equipment for the Internet economy, LiftScience is positioned to bring together the “Best In Class” technology and quality components from the US, Europe and Asia designed into economical medium duty material handling systems assembled in China.

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:13 AM | Comments (0)

National Vending Machine Management Company, Vending Solutions, LLC. Promotes Dana Hernandez to Regional Vending Manager

Vending Solutions, a recognized leader in vending machine management services, announced that Dana Hernandez has been promoted to Regional Vending Manager. Vending Solutions has been in the vending machine management industry for 13 years placing vending machines in a variety of locations such as apartments, offices, schools, malls, entertainment and sports venues, resorts, hotels and many more.

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- Vending Solutions, a recognized leader in vending machine management services, announced that Dana Hernandez has been promoted to Regional Vending Manager. She will be taking over for Barb Lobejko, who is retiring from Vending Solutions in September after eight and a half years with the company.

When asked about her new position in the company Miss Hernandez replied,
“It is an honor to accept the position of Regional Vending Manager. I am looking forward to new challenges, learning more about advances in vending technology and building relationships with our customers and vendors.”

In her new position, Miss Hernandez will manage ongoing client relationships within the South Eastern portion of the United States extending from Oklahoma to Florida. Furthermore, Miss. Hernandez will be working with Vending Solutions’ national network of vending machine route operators to ensure rapid vending machine placements for their ever-expanding client base. Miss Hernandez will also manage ongoing client relationships with national customers with multiple locations.

With its full service vending management program, Vending Solutions is able to install vending machines, keep them fully stocked with product and handle any repairs. Vending Solutions has been in the vending machine management industry for 13 years placing vending machines in a variety of locations such as apartments, offices, schools, malls, entertainment and sports venues, resorts, hotels and many more. More information regarding Vending Solutions’ vending machine services can be found on the website: www.vendingsolutions.com.

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:13 AM | Comments (0)

BlueBean’s Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit Improves Yard Access

If you are looking for a RFID yard access solution that allows flexibility, increases data accuracy and improves asset management then the BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit is for you. The do-it-yourself RFID logistics management solution kit, used in conjunction with an existing yard management system, allows users to quickly and accurately identify incoming and outgoing trucks and trailers.

Carmel, IN (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- If you are looking for a RFID yard access solution that allows flexibility, increases data accuracy and improves asset management then the BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit is for you. The do-it-yourself RFID logistics management solution kit, used in conjunction with an existing yard management system, allows users to quickly and accurately identify incoming and outgoing trucks and trailers.

“The BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit is the answer for anyone who is looking to accurately identify incoming and outgoing trucks and trailers while providing secure yard access,” says BlueBean President Gregg Maggioli. “Users can also choose to have the system automatically open and close the gate which can reduce processing time, gate wait times and operating costs.”

The BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit comes complete with the following components:
· Intermec IF5 RFID Fixed Reader with power supply
· 2 linear antennas with cables
· 10 Gen 2 rigid encapsulated tags
· RFIDSimpleWare (one license)
· Hardware setup and software install instructions
· Demo application
· Controller with status lights
· NEMA enclosure
· Options include antenna stand, additional tags and 25% consulting services discount

The BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit can be used at both manned and at automated gates. The tags included in the solution kit are specifically designed for metal trucks and trailers allowing users to automatically capture the tag’s identification number for comparison and processing to your backend database.

“This do-it-yourself RFID logistics management solution will improve your data collection accuracy and better utilize your assets. Additionally, it is easy to integrate with your current application,” adds Maggioli.

The BlueBean Do-it-Yourself RFID SecureAccess Solution Kit is available for purchase on RFIDSupplyChain.com. To go directly to the solution details, type http://www.rfidsupplychain.com/Detail.bok?no=139 into your internet browser or simply click on the “RFID Logistics Kit” link on their homepage at www.RFIDSupplyChain.com.

About BlueBean

BlueBean (www.bluebeanrfid.com) is a RFID consulting and systems integration company that focuses exclusively on RFID solutions, RFID compliance mandates, and simplifying the implementation of RFID technology. We guarantee our clients a solution that successfully meets their business needs based on our real world knowledge, extensive expertise, and certifications from the top RFID manufacturers including Alien, Intermec, Symbol, Omron, Printronix and Zebra. BlueBean provides a custom roadmap of the steps required to achieve your goals and offers services and resources to implement the solution. RFID services include design, hardware and software selection, installation, implementation, integration with existing systems, maintenance and support.

BlueBean (www.bluebeanfrid.com) also offers packaged solutions to common RFID situations. Our RFID solutions include BlueBean 1-2-3™ (slap & ship compliance), EasyInbound™ (RFID receiving), EasyOutbound™ (RFID shipping), Simple RFID Conveyor Portal™, Simple RFID Dock Door Kit™ and the RFID Development Lab Kit™. We strive to make the client’s RFID deployment as simple and easy as possible.

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:12 AM | Comments (0)

Modern Modular to Open Sales Offices in Areas Affected by Hurricane Katrina

Company will work with new and existing fabricators to sell and build panelized and modular homes. After advising the master planners and community groups in Louisiana and Mississippi in an effort to bring fast, affordable homes to areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina, Modern Modular announced today their plans to open offices in both states.

New York, NY (PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- After advising the master planners and community groups in Louisiana and Mississippi in an effort to bring fast, affordable homes to areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina, Modern Modular announced today their plans to open offices in both states. The master planners and community leaders recognize the need for a new approach to designing and building homes and are looking to prefabricated building systems to meet the demand.

“The lack of affordable, well built, architecturally designed homes is not unique to the Gulf, it’s a national problem. Working with master planners, state and local leaders and most importantly property owners, it is our goal to bring the best that prefabricated housing has to offer -- speed and affordability. We are going to help rebuild the area and this effort will create a model for high-quality architecturally designed prefab homes,” said Founder and President of Modern Modular, Peter LaBonte.

As part of this initiative Modern Modular is working with the Association for Advanced Home Building (AFAHB) to develop an accreditation program that can be adopted universally so property owners can have confidence that a high-level of craftsmanship, customer service and building quality goes into each house. Vince Ciccarello, Executive Director of AFAHB, when asked about this pilot program said, “The manufactured housing industry has long suffered certain negative perceptions about the inconsistency of quality and performance in its product. We believe that the outcome of our partnership with Modern Modular will be a set of new standards that benefits all stakeholders, homeowners, insurance companies, municipalities, environmental advocacy groups and manufacturers.

“Prefabricated home building has been around for decades, but now it is time for it to be viewed as a viable option,” added LaBonte. “We are dedicating our efforts and investing in the area to utilize all the benefits of prefabricated home manufacturing to meet the urgent housing need.”

WHY PREFABRICATED?
Prefabricated homes provide many benefits that traditional site built homes don’t such as; speed to erect, the ability to incorporate energy efficient features and to reduce building material waste. Prefabricated homes are higher in quality and more cost effective to design and build.

For more information, please visit www.modern-modular.com

ABOUT MODERN MODULAR
Modern Modular sells and facilitates the manufacturing and installation of high quality, affordable, architecturally designed, system-built homes. The company works with architects and designers throughout North America, Europe and Australia. The homes are built with an eye towards energy efficiency and environmental considerations.

PRESS CONTACT:
Peter LaBonte
President
Modern Modular
Main office: 45 Main Street – Suite 822
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tel. 718.715.0545
Fax 718.715.1350

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:11 AM | Comments (0)

International Manufacturers of Hose and Tubing Products Added to Worldwide Industrial Marketplace

Worldwide Industrial Marketplace increases offerings of Hose, Tube and Tubing products to its Online Directory and Industrial Buying Guide.

(PRWEB) July 28, 2006 -- On Friday, July 28 at an afternoon company party in Westboro, Massachusetts, Worldwide Industrial Marketplace, an online industrial supply portal, will unveil its newly revised directory of manufacturers and distributors of hose, tube and tubing products. The forthcoming occasion will be the company's first event celebrating its latest publication.

The types of hose and tubing products in the directory are suitable for a wide range of applications such as heating, aerospace, hydraulics, air conditioning, electrical, compressors, automotive, industrial vacuums, blowers, furnaces, ovens, process equipment, water treatment systems, modular systems, chemical processing, laboratory, transformers, industrial motors, diesel engines, construction equipment, electronic manufacturing, gas and petroleum, liquid storage and many other applications.

The variety of different hoses available in the directory include, air, beverage, ash, nylon, fire, rubber, reinforced steel, copper, braided hose, biopharmaceutical, brake, refrigerant, carbon steel, coolant, suction, exhaust, low and high pressure hose, molded, plastic, radiator, metric, flexible, custom and other hose available in many standard and unique materials.

The different kinds of tubes and tubing products include, aluminum, boiler, architectural, centrifuge, conveyor, dip tube, filter, gas measuring, hydraulic, mailing, equipment tubing, spacer, cable, clear plastic, wooden, PVC, stainless steel, miniature, sleeve tubing and more.

A sample version of the soon to be revealed directory can be viewed at, http://www.WorldwideIndustrialMarketplace.com/directory/hose_tubes.html

"I'm excited to reveal the directory to the public, our entire office should be proud of the hard work they put in and I'm looking forward to the celebration," says Frank Wallace, business director and co-founder of the company.

The directory, according to Bailey, is designed to help buyers of hose and tubing products find suppliers in over 54 countries by searching for specific keywords, phrases or by company name. "He added, there are thousands of companies that sell hose, tubes and tubing products in the directory, and for quality assurance, every supplier listed has been subject to approval before being added."

The company has invited local clients and neighboring firms to attend the celebration. Sandwiches, coffee, soda and pizza will be served. There will be a preview showing of the directory.

About Worldwide Industrial Marketplace

The Worldwide Industrial Marketplace, established in 2003, is an international directory of manufacturers, exporters, distributors and suppliers offering an extensive selection of industrial supplies, equipment and machinery. Qualified companies are welcome to submit a listing at, http://www.WorldwideIndustrialMarketplace.com/freelisting.html

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 11:10 AM | Comments (0)

Entrepreneur Explodes in Fashion Industry with Unique Designer Handbags for Real Women

Nani started with three designer artisans handcrafted a collection of highest Quality Italian leather using skills passed down from generation to generation; Nani was born in a very important place in the neighboring province of Bacilicata, called Matera (this word means Mother in ancient Greek).

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- A young Southern Italy entrepreneur explodes in the fashion industry with her unique designer handbags for stylish mothers and the "Suzy" ®. Nicole took a simple idea and a knack for art and fashion to design handbags that have become "must have" accessories for women around the world, from her basement at home in Italy.

Nicole’s vivacious spirit and never quit attitude is paying off. Nationwide top journalists and radio personalities are acclaiming her as an entrepreneur with smarts and pizzazz. Nicole quit her job working for the public school to invest in her dream, to open a Childrens day care facility and as she worked at the day care facility she notice that new mothers were having problems organizing their diaper bags and finding essential baby items quickly. However, one afternoon due to boredom, she decided to put her heart into designing a handbag that would stand out from any other at home in her basement, never expecting to become a fashion designer and guru on organization.

Suddenly due to high demand, Nicole launched her company on the World Wide Web by securing www.nanihandbags.com this took her once "word of mouth" company to an international level. She is now booking orders and has sold out of stock several times! This savvy businesswoman believes in doing it herself. With little computer knowledge, she designed and launched her own website. She searched for manufactures, registered her products, securing her trademarks, and even self promotes her business. She takes the advice from professionals and puts it into action.

Nicole seizes every opportunity that comes along, and takes something positive from every experience. She wants to share her handbags for all who understand new mothers need attention and organization to feel good about themselves and focus on their new baby. Always overcoming obstacles, Nicole introduced a one-of-a-kind patented Nani "Suzy" that features excellent colorful organizational portfolio pockets and dividers. She even has a disclaimer that states her company is not affiliated with the U.S. Government in any way. Nicole shares her story with others to encourage them to follow their dreams. Her next goal is to be on the Oprah Winfrey Show, & the Tyra Banks Show.

Nicole's ® line of handbags are chic, must have accessories. These handbags are designed with a flare for glamour, and created with ideal features and exquisite quality in vibrant rich interior/exterior rich Italian leather. These sleek crafted bags compliment any wardrobe. Nicole bags are definitely for the lady who wants to stand out in a crowd and make a statement of class holding her new baby.

As a designer taking fashion by storm, Nicole’s continued goal is to create handbags that are luxurious, unique, and glamorous with the fashion conscious individual, business woman, and average mom in mind. Most importantly she offers quality to her customers.

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SpectraSensors, Inc. to Participate in Appalachian 2006

Exhibit will include SS2000 Moisture/Carbon Dioxide Analyzer and SS1000 Portable Gas Analyzer.

(PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- SpectraSensors, Inc. is pleased to announce that the company will be exhibiting at the 66th Appalachian Gas Measurement Short Course this August. SpectraSensors will be featuring the following products:

SpectraSensors SS2000 Moisture/Carbon Dioxide Analyzer. Spectrasensors SS2000 Moisture or Carbon Dioxide Gas Analyzer is an extremely reliable extractive sensor using SpectraSensors’ line-spectroscopy technology. The sensor measures concentrations using an IR laser and special software and electronics to determine the concentration of gas without coming into physical contact with it. The state-of-the-art technology was originally developed for atmospheric moisture measurement on Earth and Mars.

SpectraSensors SS1000 Portable Gas Analyzer. SpectraSensors SS1000 Portable Gas Analyzer is a highly mobile, battery-powered moisture or carbon dioxide analyzer utilizing the same extraordinary sensor technology as the SS2000. The instrument is designed for convenience and offers fast and easy measurements in the field.

More information: www.spectrasensors.com/natgas
Link to Appalachian Program Guide: http://www.agmsc.org/

About SpectraSensors
SpectraSensors, Inc. headquartered in San Dimas, California, was incorporated in 1999, as a technology spin-off of the NASA/Caltech Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The company is a leading manufacturer of optically based gas sensors for the industrial process and environmental monitoring markets. Typical applications include natural gas sensors to measure moisture and carbon dioxide, process analytical sensors for on-line moisture monitoring in olefins and bulk gases, and airborne water vapor measurements from commercial aircraft for the U.S. and International Weather Services.

For more information contact: Sam Miller at (800) 619-2861 ×228, SpectraSensors, Inc., 972 North Amelia Ave., San Dimas, CA 91773, or visit the web site at http://www.spectrasensors.com.

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Eclipse IDE Users Now Get Easy to Use Advanced Solution for POJO Persistence with New CocoBase® PURE POJO™ Version 5.0 from THOUGHT INC.®

Eclipse IDE Users Now Get Easy To Use Advanced Solution For POJO Persistence With New CocoBase® PURE POJO™ Version 5.0 From THOUGHT INC.® This gives Eclipse users the ability to intelligently auto-map all their tables, fields and objects together in just a few steps with the Magic Mapper. This relieves developers from the tedious task of manually mapping each table and object together.

(PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- THOUGHT Inc.®, The Dynamic O/R Mapping™ company announces the new Eclipse IDE Plug-In included with the new version 5.0 of CocoBase® PURE POJO™, the market leader and award winning patented Dynamic Object to Relational Mapping™ (ORM) tool shipping since 1997. The new 100% Java GUI tooling in CocoBase® PURE POJO™ made up of the Magic Mapper and the Mapping Workbench are both tightly integrated inside Eclipse. This gives Eclipse users the ability to intelligently auto-map all their tables, fields and objects together in just a few steps with the Magic Mapper. This relieves developers from the tedious task of manually mapping each table and object together. The Mapping workbench holds all of the extensive CocoBase® PURE POJO™ Persistence functionality in one GUI thus easily facilitating for developers access to needed features. These major technological innovations are an example of how CocoBase® has evolved to provide an exciting and extremely useful tool for speeding up advanced POJO development without sacrificing flexibility or access to required enterprise-level functionality.

"Giving Eclipse IDE users an easy to use an enterprise-level POJO Persistence Solution with CocoBase® PURE POJO™ version 5.0 is a major breakthrough for the industry," said Greg Baker, Director of Sales and Marketing, Thought Inc.® "Eclipse IDE users can now take advantage of the powerful CocoBase® ORM technology by simply using the Magic Mapper to auto-map the tables, fields and objects together for them."

CocoBase® uses a simple patented architecture for persisting data utilizing a mapping layer. This approach makes it easy for developers to manage the complexity of persisting data at the enterprise level. The Magic Mapper™ evolves this technology to the next level by making it an easy to use tool for coding POJO persistence. The Magic Mapper™ detects and prevents potential map problems and quite magically makes a good determination of how the tables, fields and objects are to be mapped together. This brings in a high degree of simplicity to assist the developer in quickly persisting data for an application.

CocoBase® includes additional advanced POJO persistence support not found in other ORM solutions, for example: (a) the ability to map single or multiple inheritance with multiple discriminators without requiring that developers know about specific mapping strategies, (b) SQL realms, thus allowing multiple SQL views or filters for the same Java class model, (c) generic POJO O/R mapping, which allows POJO objects to be elegantly mapped even when those do not conform with the Java bean pattern, (d) SQL tuning, which let developers generate and tune the SQL for each mapping at design time, (e) callback plug-ins and factories for incorporating custom behavior at runtime, and much more.

CocoBase® will soon deliver a JPA integration thus providing EJB 3.0 compliant support. The developer will then be able to use CocoBase® for any application using the JPA APIs as well as add the JPA APIs to any existing work. And all of the additional advanced POJO Persistence functionality in CocoBase® will be easily available with the JPA as well. The CocoBase® PURE POJO Version 5.0 Persistence API supports standard EJBQL based querying for object queries and it is based on an early draft of the EJB3 persistence API. The EJB 3.0 compliant support is expected to be released soon.

For a free download of CocoBase® PURE POJO™ please proceed to www.thoughtinc.com.

Marketing Contact: Greg Baker, Director of Sales and Marketing, Thought Inc.®, at (415) 836-9199.

About CocoBase® PURE POJO™
CocoBase® PURE POJO™, Dynamic POJO Persistence optimized for J2EE and J2SE customer success is the top solution for solving the Object to Relational impedance mismatch. As the mature technological leader in the industry available to customers since early 1997 and in its’ fifth major release, CocoBase® PURE POJO™ has earned a solid reputation for delivering success. CocoBase® PURE POJO™ virtually eliminates the need to hand-code database access for POJO Persistence, EJB, Java Applications, etc. This directly reduces up to 85% of the cost of database access development for enterprise customers needing to persist data in company applications. CocoBase® PURE POJO™ is essentially FREE! For every dollar spent on CocoBase® there is up to $3 in project savings for an astounding ROI of 300%. This is better than free and includes a powerful simple to use technology for persisting data with highly responsive technical support, training and mentoring.

About THOUGHT Inc.®
THOUGHT Inc.®, the Dynamic O/R Mapping™ Company, architects of CocoBase® Enterprise O/R, was formed in 1993, and subsequently revolutionized Object to Relational Mapping technology with landmark solutions and industry leadership. THOUGHT Inc.'s® global sales include customers in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia and India. More information on THOUGHT Inc. ® can be obtained online at WWW.THOUGHTINC.COM or by calling, (415) 836-9199.

LEGAL NOTICES
This document is copyrighted and owned solely by THOUGHT Inc.® 2006. CocoBase® and THOUGHT Inc.® are registered trademarks of THOUGHT Inc.®. PURE POJO™, Dynamic O/R Mapping™, Dynamic Object to Relational Mapping™, Dynamic Universal Querying™ and Dynamic Transparent Persistence™ are pending trademarks of THOUGHT Inc.®. CocoBase® technology is based on US patent #5857197 as well as additional pending patents directed to object navigation, object modeling, querying, caching, etc. All other trademarks are property of their respective company. This publication is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement, to also include any and all technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.

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Increasing the Intensity of its Fashion and the Creative Prowess: Romar Studios, Inc Adds Three Dynamic Members to its Team

Romar’s latest team members bring talent, energy and excitement to Romar’s creative team.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Romar Studios, Inc (RSI) announces the addition of three dynamic members Fred Harris, Eloy Flores, and Deborah Turnbull to RSI’s repertoire of talented managers. Their combined experience and background is a welcomed addition to RSI’s dynamic group.

Fred Harris, General Manager of the Apparel Division, heads the design and management of apparel collections. With over two decades of experience in designing a wide variety of apparel line categories for men, women, and children, Fred’s versatility makes him a valuable addition to the RSI team. Fred’s extensive knowledge of the garment industry and innovative vision synergizes style, fit, and comfort. Before joining RSI, Fred worked as an illustrator and designer for numerous companies including Speedo, Bugle Boy, Jimmy Z, Body Glove, Gitano Swimwear/Bodywear, ACA Joe/Mexico, Faremon, Perfetto Sportswear, Authentic Fitness, and Estee Lauder just to name a few. He has also designed for various sports organizations such as the Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, and the Toronto Argonauts. Fred’s background in branding sports teams is a perfect mix especially with respect to RSI’s position as a NASCAR Promotional Licensee. With NASCAR’s efforts in creating diversity within the sport and its audience, one of Fred’s focuses for RSI is to create high-end unique, apparel collections to promote NASCAR and NASCAR Sponsors and Partners to current and future fans. One of Fred’s greatest assets to RSI is his talent in creating garments that appeal to the female, youth, and multi-ethnic demographics.

Another great addition is RSI’s new Art Director, Eloy Flores, who will be adding his own style of visual dynamics to RSI’s creative department. With more than ten years of experience in graphic design, Eloy’s contemporary aesthetic sensibilities will create brand identifying logos for RSI’s clients and partners. He will also be responsible for giving creative direction to many of RSI’s endeavors and projects. Eloy believes that designing through the client’s vision combined with his ability to interpret that idea into a creative end product is the secret to successfully working with clients and partners on a creative and professional level. From his background in music videos and sports teams to apparel design Eloy brings a wealth of client experience such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lexani, Mirage Casino, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Cirque du Soliel, Von Dutch, NBA, and NFL just to name a few. His work has been featured in magazines such as Super Street Magazine, Source Magazine, KING Magazine, Dime Magazine, and XXL Magazine.

The latest addition to the RSI management team is Senior Administrative Manager Deborah Turnbull. Deborah has over 20 years of experience in the corporate environment with tremendous international experience in business development and management. Deborah’s position in the team is to oversee and manage RSI’s various projects and to ensure that all of RSI’s various departments are synchronized in their numerous projects. This dynamic lady’s impressive background culminates into a valuable wealth of knowledge that she brings with her to RSI. As a top executive, she has worked for ECI International, Inc., Turnoco International, Inc., Educate World, Inc., and ACSports.com just to name a few. Deborah has orchestrated high level meetings for foreign dignitaries and high level executives. She was extremely instrumental in closing deals between governments and for some of the largest corporations in the world. Her comprehensive experience in design and manufacturing, business finance, analysis, research, and operations are a great asset to RSI.

RSI places great importance in creating a team of professionals who are not only talented in their field of endeavor, but also possess a multi-dimensionality that echoes RSI’s versatility as a unique vertically-integrated multi-solution company that offers a comprehensive list of services and products: Product Design and Development, Creative and Design, Apparel Design and Production, E-Commerce and Web Development Solutions, and Corporate and Consumer Marketing. One of RSI’s core specialties is diversity marketing. Mainstreaming Through Diversity™, the method of capturing a larger market share by strategically marketing to diverse groups is RSI’s marketing philosophy, a philosophy that goes beyond traditional diversity marketing methods. Although many companies practice diversity advertising in positioning their messages to communities, RSI offers a comprehensive diversity marketing approach through marketing, advertising, and promotions strategy targeting female, youth, and multi-ethnic demographics and the differences within those groups.

For more information about products and services offered by Romar Studios, Inc, log on to www.romarstudiosinc.com.

Cori Amoroso
Communications Manager
Romar Studios, Inc
837 Traction Avenue
Suite 406
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Tel: (213) 621-4409
Fax: (213) 621-0232

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Swedish Match North American Partners with Document Management Service Provider WorldView LTD

Swedish Match North American forecasts a 90-day ROI after launching WorldView’s hosted document management solution.

Omaha, Neb. (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Swedish Match North American, a distribution and manufacturing division of Swedish Match AB, has selected WorldView LTD, to organize and simplify its document management needs.

Forward thinking business decisions have launched Swedish Match into a market-leader and global operation manufacturer of cigars, snuff, chewing tobacco, matches, and lighters. Selling in more than 130 countries, the company is best known in the U.S. for its Red Man, Timber Wolf, White Owl, and Macanudo tobacco products.

“We have had document management and enterprise content management (ECM) on the horizon for a couple of years,” said Allen Moore, Swedish Match business process manager, “however, the straw that broke the camel’s back was a recent acquisition. Along with the business, we inherited several hundred boxes of documents.”

After the acquisition, Swedish Match’s corporate headquarter hallways became lined with stacks of banker boxes and filing cabinets, serving as a constant visual reminder to executives of their future ECM plans. As paper overflowed and hallways narrowed, executives launched a robust investigation to locate a company with the experience and knowledge to satisfy their ever-growing document management needs.

“We looked at many different ECM providers and models, both hosted and in-house,” said Allen. “During our research, we came to the realization that we were not document experts, and we didn’t want to become document experts. We needed a company that offered the expertise and know-how to help us with our needs. WorldView offered us the robustness that we needed, at a fair price - we foresee meeting our ROI within 90 days.”

Because Swedish Match’s needs were so extensive, they chose WorldView’s hosted solution, offering the company state-of-the-art technology and unmatched performance, without the added expense of maintaining an in-house IT infrastructure or employing additional IT professionals.

WorldView’s installation and implementation process will include scanning more than one million archived documents and the automation of Swedish Match’s human resources and business control processes. Additionally, WorldView’s ECM solution will interface and improve upon Swedish Match’s two Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Oracle's PeopleSoft Enterprise application and Movex’s Enterprise Resource Planning software.

ABOUT WORLDVIEW LTD
WorldView LTD is an Internet based document management service provider offering secure, hosted and in-house enterprise solutions that enable organizations to store, manage and share vital information between employees, vendors, partners and customers. Each month, over a million documents are stored by more than 1000 business professionals across North America, using WorldView's document management service. For more information, visit http://www.worldviewltd.com .

Contact Jay Buroker
Marketing Manager
402-330-0210
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A2B Tracking Solutions Inc. Releases UID Comply!™ for End Item Deliverables

A2B Tracking Solutions, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and outsourced services, is announcing the release of UID Comply! for End Item Deliverables. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors that provide deliverables under contract must comply with the UID DFAR mandate, which requires the unique, serialized marking and registering of all government-owned property, including assemblies and sub-assemblies.

Portsmouth, RI (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- A2B Tracking Solutions, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and outsourced services, is announcing the release of UID Comply! for End Item Deliverables. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors that provide deliverables under contract must comply with the UID DFAR mandate, which requires the unique, serialized marking and registering of all government-owned property, including assemblies and sub-assemblies.

This update to the UID Comply! the complete UID lifecycle management system from A2B supports the building of embedded relationships, including the harvesting of third party UIDs which may be used as subassemblies in end item deliverables. This capability is critical to the registering of item UIDs to the IUID Registry in accordance with MIL STD 130M.

Other enhancements to UID Comply! for End Item Deliverables include expanded UID search functionality and expanded configuration setting controls as well as support of IUID Registry XML Schema 3.0 and automatic validation of XML prior to submission to the IUID Registry.

“A2B is a one-stop shop for DoD,” says A2B President Peter Collins. “Our customers say they want one point of contact for UID, and with this latest update we’re keeping them abreast of requirements as they evolve.”

UID Comply! has been developed specifically as a UID lifecycle management system, with fully compatible software and hardware to enable the full UID compliance process of item marking, verifying, validating, scanning, tracking and registering.

A2B Tracking Solutions Inc. is the leading provider of total solutions for bar code tracking. Most recently A2B has developed UID Comply! ™ a total solution package that streamlines the UID compliance process. Since it was founded in 1994, A2B has lead the bar code industry movement into mobile computing, developing a state-of-the-art mobile tracking system for one of America’s largest parcel delivery companies. Principals of A2B include founders of the bar code industry who have lead innovations in applications for 40 years. To date, A2B has completed more than 2,000 tracking installations around the world. For more information about A2B Tracking, visit www.uidsolutions.com or phone 800-733-7592.

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Maryland-Based G&G Outfitters Expands to Kansas City

Maryland-based promotional products company, G&G Outfitters, Inc. has expanded to the Midwest with the addition of a Kansas City, MO location.

Lanham, MD (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Maryland-based promotional products company, G&G Outfitters, Inc. has expanded to the Midwest with the addition of a Kansas City, MO location. The newest office joins other G&G locations, which include its main headquarters in Maryland as well as offices in Delaware and Colorado.

The Kansas City office will be led by apparel industry expert Steve Hirschorn, formerly Vice President of GEAR For Sports’ Corporate Division. With over thirty years in the apparel industry, Hirschorn will add a unique perspective to the G&G organization in his efforts to apply his impressive sales experience in expanding the G&G customer portfolio on the national level.

Based in Lanham, Maryland G&G Outfitters has grown from humble local beginnings as a fundraising idea for two University of Maryland fraternity brothers, Rich Gergar and Doug Gardner, to a 95,000 square foot production powerhouse that serves Fortune 500 companies across the U.S. G&G Outfitters provides a wide-range of top quality promotional products and boasts an on-site production facility with printing, embroidery, finishing and graphic design capabilities. Along with satellite sales offices in Wilmington, DE and Kansas City, MO, G&G’s full-service overseas procurement division, G&G International, is located just outside of Denver, Colorado.

Contact:
Joy Razalan
G&G Outfitters, Inc.
Phone (301) 731-2265
Fax (301) 731-5199
www.ggoutfitters.com

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Jennic Announces Its Wireless Microcontroller and Network Stack is Now Part of a ZigBee Compliant Platform

ZigBee compliant platforms mean Jennic’s modules can co-exist with others on a network and allow developers to build interoperable ZigBee products.

Sheffield, UK (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Jennic has announced that its chips, modules, stacks and development kits now form part of a ZigBee compliant platform. The company’s products were tested by TÜV Rheinland Group and have been considered ready for use out of the box by developers building products for wireless sensor networks based on the ZigBee standard.

Compliance signifies that Jennic’s products meet the ZigBee specification, giving developers the confidence that the products they are using can co-exist with other products on the wireless network. Once developers have incorporated a ZigBee compliant platform into their designs, they can then apply for certification of their own products to ensure interoperability with products from other manufacturers.

Jim Lindop, CEO of Jennic said, “Achieving compliance means we have become part of a growing list of platforms that customers can choose from when they are developing their next product. Our aim is to differentiate our offering from the others by giving them an out-of-the-box experience that’s better than any other. We believe we can address this by making it easier for developers to get going with their product design – such as having a single-chip product, the right APIs (application programming interfaces), easy to understand user guides and support, and availability of the network stacks online.”

Within Jennic’s ZigBee compliant platform is the JN5121 wireless microcontroller and the software stack. The JN5121 is a highly integrated low power, low cost IEEE802.15.4 compliant device combining on-chip 32-bit RISC core, fully compliant 2.4GHz IEEE802.15.4 transceiver, 64Kb ROM and 96Kb of RAM, and a range of peripherals enabling a versatile low cost solution for wireless sensor networking applications. The developer kit using this controller and stack was recently made available from Jennic’s web site along with full network stack and associated support documentation and user guides.

About Jennic
Jennic is a fabless semiconductor company leading the wireless connectivity revolution into new applications. Its expertise in systems and software combined with world class RF and digital chip design provides low cost, highly integrated silicon solutions for the low power short range wireless data market with a focus on the IEEE802.15.4 and ZigBee standards. The company’s products include state-of-the-art low power wireless microcontrollers, modules and low cost development platforms. Headquartered in Sheffield, UK, and employing over 70 people, Jennic is privately held and has a track record of successful silicon chip development for wireless applications over the last ten years. For more information, visit www.jennic.com.

Contact:
Fiona Davis, Jennic
Tel: +44 (0) 114 281 2655
Fax: +44 (0) 114 281 2951

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Mini-graphs Tell the Story on a Single Piece of Paper with Bissantz SparkMaker

The new version of Bissantz SparkMaker automatically creates sparklines (miniaturized, word-sized graphs) for information-rich reports and dashboards. Sparklined documents or electronic displays generated with Bissantz SparkMaker for Microsoft Office offer decision-relevant insight into business data, superseding large spreadsheets, multi-page reports and long presentations.

Nuremberg, D (PRWEB) July 26, 2006 -- Bissantz & Company announces SparkMaker 3.0. SparkMaker leverages sparkline technology to visualize numerical data in information-rich dashboards and spreadsheets, reports and presentations. Sparklines compress large amounts of data into intense, word-sized diagrams (e.g. miniaturized bar or line graphs). They are created within a single spreadsheet cell or even directly inside a text paragraph. The new Bissantz SparkMaker 3.0 empowers Microsoft® Office users to create their sparklines automatically and to present condensed graphical information which is traditionally lost among multiple report pages or slides.

The sparkline concept has been invented by Edward Tufte, the renowned expert for innovative information design. He states that at the heart of the concept are “intense, simple, word-sized graphics”: A sparkline depicts data in miniaturized graphs, such as bars, lines, whiskers and pie charts. A typical application is to depict the history of a value by means of a sparkline which is placed right in front of the current value within a report (e.g. the last months or years of product sales). Readers then have context information (e.g. about a trend or cyclical ups-and-downs in sales) to interpret the current data.

Sparklines are perfectly suited for management reporting and analysis purposes as opposed to popular metaphors such as gauges and speedometers which are often misused in management cockpits. The later mostly display a single value per gauge while a sparkline easily depicts hundreds and thousands of values without confusing readers of reports or users of dashboards.

Dr. Nicolas Bissantz, CEO and founder of Bissantz & Company illustrates the benefits of sparklines: “Early adopters of SparkMaker confirm significant improvements of their information management. By using sparklines for their management reporting endless presentations of slides have been reduced to discussions about a single piece of paper. Such a report contains all management information in a condensed and intuitive format for decision makers and analysts.”

In order to enable a wide public to benefit from sparklines, Bissantz & Company has been offering sparkline tools for Microsoft Office since early 2005. With Bissantz SparkMaker 3.0, a major upgrade of the renowned Microsoft Office add-in for creating sparklines in Excel, Word and PowerPoint, is now available.

Probably the most remarkable innovation are functions for Excel that generate cell-adherent sparklines automatically and update them dynamically. In Excel XP and 2003 functions like "=Sparkline(cellrange)" generate a sparkline directly in a cell of a worksheet. The word-sized graphs automatically update whenever the underlying data has changed. Hence, information-rich, dynamic controlling instruments are easily designed in Microsoft Excel.

A main feature of Bissantz SparkMaker which ensures its high flexibility for the design of sparklines is its use of specific TrueType Fonts, the Bissantz SparkFonts. Just like a word consists of letters the Bissantz’ sparklines consist of SparkFont characters (e.g. bars or line segments). The concatenation of formatted characters results in a "textual image" of the sparkline. This way sparklines can be handled just like normal text. As for all TrueType Fonts an excellent printing quality and continuous scaling are ensured.

Among other features, additional statistics like trend arrows and the display of a "normal" value range as defined by the standard deviation enhance the explanatory power of sparklines. Sparklines are also available in vector-oriented Enhanced Metafile format which allows for scaling, ungrouping, and modification. Integration of sparklines on web sites is realized with bitmap files (BMP, GIF, JPG, or PNG) that are exported by Bissantz SparkMaker.

Bissantz SparkMaker 3.0 is free with unlimited functionality for private and academic users while all other users may test it during a 30-day trial period before a valid license has to be obtained. For more details and a downloadable version of SparkMaker 3.0 please visit: http://www.bissantz.com/sparklines/sparkmaker.asp

Nuremberg, 2006-07-26

About Bissantz & Company GmbH
Bissantz & Company is a German Business Intelligence (BI) software vendor who specializes in software solutions for Analysis, Planning and Reporting. Patented visualization technology ensures that data patterns are recognized quickly and communicated clearly in reports and dashboards. Innovative sparkline technology is integrated in Bissantz’ full-fledged BI-suite DeltaMaster and in addition provided to Microsoft Office users as separate products.

Press Contact:
Bissantz & Company GmbH
Dr. Roland Zimmermann, Business Development
Nordring 98
90409 Nuremberg
Germany
Tel. +49 911 935536 0
Fax +49 911 935536 10
http://www.bissantz.com/en

SparkMaker download: http://www.bissantz.com/sparklines/sparkmaker.asp
Press material (screenshots and examples): http://www.bissantz.com/press/2006-07-26/

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Duro Paper Bag’s Recent Sponsorship of McDonald’s LPGA Gold Championship Pays Off With Big Rewards For Children

Duro, the world's largest manufacturer of paper bags, recently contributed to the Ronald McDonald House Charities through participation in the McDonald’s LPGA Championship held from June 8-11 at the Bulle Rock Golf Course in Havre de Grace, Maryland.

Ludlow, KY (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Duro Paper Bag Manufacturing Co. recently contributed to the Ronald McDonald House Charities through participation in the McDonald’s LPGA Championship held from June 8-11 at the Bulle Rock Golf Course in Havre de Grace, Maryland.

The recent LPGA Tournament held at Bulle Rock Golf Course in Havre de Grace, Maryland was a great success. Sponsored in part by Duro Bag Manufacturing Company, the world’s largest manufacturer of paper bags. The proceeds went to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

In the exciting finish Se Ri Pak beat Karrie Webb in a playoff, with five other women joining them for the extra hole. 16 year old Michelle Wie, who earlier in the week came close to qualifying for the men's U.S. Open was in contention until the final hole. Large galleries followed her all weekend, thrilling to her 300-yard drives and her style.

The 2006 tournament, one of only four majors on the Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour, featured 150 of the world’s top women golfers. The mission of the McDonald’s LPGA Championship is to generate funding to improve the health and well being of children around the globe. In its 25 years, this single sporting event has raised over $43 million for the Ronald McDonald House Charities and other children’s organizations.

By creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is working to better the lives of children and their families around the world.

There are three main programs of the Ronald McDonald House Charities, focused on helping families in need. The Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald Family Room and Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Providing a “home away from home” for the families of seriously ill children while getting treatment at nearby hospitals, over 10 million families have benefited from the original Ronald McDonald House program.

Located inside hospital, the Ronald McDonald Family Room program brings the comfort provided by a Ronald McDonald House right to the care facility. The Family Rooms are a place to escape from the stress and tension just steps away from the neonatal or pediatric intensive care units.

The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program brings cost-effective medical, dental and health education services. Through relationships with local health care providers, services are brought directly to underserved children in both rural and urban areas around the world.

As a proud sponsor and contributor to the McDonald’s LPGA Gold Championship, Duro Paper Bag Manufacturing Company supports the great efforts of the RMHC organization.

About Duro Paper Bag Manufacturing, Company.
Founded in 1953, Duro Bag is the largest manufacturer of paper bags in the world. A family owned company, based in Ludlow, Kentucky, Duro has 12 plants manufacturing bags in the United States and Mexico. Producing over 20 billion environmentally friendly paper bags per year, Duro supplies most of the largest grocery and retail chains with a wide variety of wholesale paper bag products. For more information, visit http://www.durobag.com

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Companies Can Take a Bite Out of High Energy Costs and Volatility – Supply Side Management

Companies who are paying perhaps their highest energy bills in history may find relief, predictability, and piece of mind by refreshing and retooling their internal supply management procedures.

Plymouth, MI (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Companies that are paying perhaps their highest energy bills in history may find relief, predictability, and piece of mind by refreshing and retooling their internal supply management procedures.

Demand side management - cost cutting initiatives aimed at reducing the amount of energy consumed – is working. Now, further opportunity for cost control lies in enhancement of supply side management. Supply side management focuses on energy procurement and associated processes.

Unfortunately, many who purchased energy at market prices this past winter were shocked by a confluence of events that pushed daily energy prices to over $15.00 on the New York Mercantile Exchange. On only a few brief occasions in years 2000 and 2003 has it climbed over $9.00, and has remained under $10.00 for at least the past 10 years.

According to Andrew Coppola, President of AC Energy, LLC in Plymouth, MI: “In many companies, the existing supply management approach was designed not only under a different set of prevailing circumstances and assumptions, but in most cases with price volatility expectations based on past experience. We know that when many buyers are caught off guard, the problem exacerbates, as 2005-2006 revealed. It is imperative that organizations maintain procurement processes and associated technologies that are current and proactive.”

Following a 24 year career with three major Michigan energy companies in the deregulated natural gas and electricity markets focused on Midwest client companies, Coppola has started AC Energy, LLC to provide independent, expert energy procurement services to organizations – primarily in Michigan and the Midwest. “We become a team member and assist the client organization through a proven, disciplined process that effectively incorporates pertinent data, market information, and controls within a customized process that is actionable, modifiable, and explainable. The resulting strategic energy plan restores control and confidence to the organization,” explains Coppola.

If your business purchases energy in the competitive marketplace, now is a good time to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your procurement plans and process. And take note, the annual hurricane season (that produced records of 27 named storms and 15 hurricanes in 2005) is just underway.

AC Energy, LLC in Plymouth, Michigan, specializes in Supply Side Energy Management Services. During his 24 year career in the deregulated energy arena, Mr. Coppola has held senior level positions with industry leading companies. He has been responsible for purchasing up to $500 million annual energy supply and has provided energy management services to utilities, large industrials, schools, associations, residential and commercial customers. Questions related to energy management for your organization can be directed to (734) 667-4188.

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ipoque Introduces New Partner Program

ipoque, provider of Internet traffic management solutions, introduces its new partner program. Its objective is to establish and expand the wide international network of resellers and distributors. Based on comprehensive services, an effective marketing strategy and reliable technical support, ipoque offers significant benefits to partners and customers alike. Its products are among the most innovative in their market segment with a number of unique selling points. This will give resellers and distributors working with ipoque an important competitive edge.

Leipzig, Germany (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Partners profit from the comprehensive product line comprising Gigabit and Fast Ethernet traffic managers, which enable network operators to effectively control undesired network applications. These include file sharing in peer-to-peer networks (P2P), instant messaging (IM) and Voice over IP (VoIP) including the popular Skype. In addition to the bandwidth management, all network traffic can be captured and analyzed in real-time. ipoque's customers comprise enterprises of all sizes, public and educational institutions and Internet service providers.

ipoque's partner program opens up opportunities to acquire new customers and maintain loyal relationships with them for a steady and long-lasting flow of profit for the partner. Partners are eligible to a number of benefits, including discounted reseller prices, product and sales support, product training and special offers. ipoque offers two levels of partnership – partners and premium partners.

"ipoque is a company that flexibly adapts to changing market requirements," says Klaus Mochalski, CEO of ipoque. "Partners teaming up with ipoque will always be able to provide state-of-the-art solutions to theirs customers."

About ipoque
ipoque has been founded in Leipzig, Germany, in the beginning of 2005. The company specializes in professional solutions for application- and user-aware traffic management and analysis. Its line of hardware traffic managers for Gigabit and Fast Ethernet allows an effective control of undesired network applications. These include file sharing in peer-to-peer networks (P2P), instant messaging (IM) and Voice over IP (VoIP) including the popular Skype. In addition to the bandwidth management, all network traffic can be captured and analyzed in real-time. ipoque offers its customers consultancy services and the development of individual traffic management and analysis solutions based on its standard products. ipoque’s customers comprise enterprises of all sizes, public and educational institutions and Internet service providers. More information at www.ipoque.com.

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Fairchild Imaging Releases New Four Megapixel Scientific CCD Image Sensor

Fairchild Imaging is pleased to announce the new CCD 3041 scientific image sensor. The 2k x 2k, four-port full-frame CCD is available in front- or back-illuminated configurations and provides high sensitivity and dynamic range in a compact multiport architecture.

Milpitas, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Fairchild Imaging announced today the release of their latest 2k x 2k CCD, the CCD 3041. This four megapixel device is the next evolution of Fairchild Imaging’s family of high performance scientific image sensors and replaces the CCD 442A and CCD 447.

The CCD 3041 is a full-frame multiport charge coupled device (CCD) designed for advanced scientific, medical and industrial digital imaging applications. The focal plane array (FPA) consists of 2048 horizontal by 2048 vertical imaging elements delivering four megapixel resolution. Pixel pitch is 15µm which provides high dynamic range (16-bit) that can be further enhanced by utilizing the device’s support for on-chip binning. The CCD 3041 is available in a front- or back-illuminated architecture and has a 100% fill factor. With peak quantum efficiency (QE) over 90% this CCD offers exceptional light collection for photon-starved imaging applications.

Fairchild Imaging designs its imagers with the camera designer in mind. The CCD 3041 provides the critical features necessary for CCD camera manufacturers to realize the utmost performance from their imaging systems. A single stage source-follower output amplifier design was chosen for the ultimate low noise performance. The CCD has four outputs that provide high frame-rate while maintaining the low readout noise inherent in these high performance amplifiers. According to Colin Earle, Director of Sales and Marketing at Fairchild Imaging, “the multiport architecture of the CCD 3041 enables leading CCD camera designers to develop real-time imaging systems with low-light scientific performance”. In addition to the low-noise high-speed readout architecture, the device has been optimized for use in peltier-cooled low-light-level imaging systems by minimizing the package size and weight. The minimalist ceramic package reduces the heat load of the sensor and allows for efficient thermo-electric (TE) cooling.

About Fairchild Imaging
Fairchild Imaging is a designer and manufacturer of CCD and CMOS image sensors and cameras for aerospace, defense, dental, industrial, medical and scientific imaging. Located in Milpitas, CA, Fairchild Imaging is a privately held corporation whose major investors include The Carlyle Group, BAE Systems, and management. Information about Fairchild Imaging is available on the worldwide Web at http://www.fairchildimaging.com.

Contact info:
Fairchild Imaging
PH: 408-433-2500
FAX: 408-435-7352
http://www.fairchildimaging.com

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Caps & Closures for All Kinds of Segments Are Explored In This Global Strategic Business Report

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c39872) has announced the addition of Caps & Closures - Global Strategic Business Report to their offering.

Dublin (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c39872) has announced the addition of Caps & Closures - Global Strategic Business Report to their offering.

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Caps & Closures in Billions of Units & Millions of US$. The specific product segments analyzed are Plastic, and Metal. The specific end-use segments discussed are Beverages, Cosmetics & Toiletries, Food, Household & Automotive Chemicals, and Pharmaceuticals. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), South America, and Rest of World. Annual forecasts are provided for each region and product segment for the period of 2001 through 2010. A ten-year historic analysis is also provided for these markets with annual market analytics. The report profiles 476 companies including many key and niche players worldwide.

Some Companies Mentioned Include:-

AB Cerbo (Sweden)
AB Modulpac (Sweden)
ABA Packaging Corporation (USA)
Afflerbach Bödenpresserei GmbH & Co, KG (Germany)
Agriplas Benelux SA (Belgium)
Aircos (France)
AK Vaerktoj & Plastfabrik I/S (Denmark)
Albiplast AG (Switzerland)
Alcan, Inc (Canada)
Alcan Packaging (Puerto Rico)
Alcan Packaging (Puerto Rico)
Alcan Packaging Tscheulin-Rothal GmbH (Germany)
MT Packaging (France)
Techpack Group (France)
Alcoa, Inc (USA)
Alcoa Closure Systems International, Inc (USA)
Alcoa Csi (Hungary)
Alcoa Deutschland GmbH (Germany)
Alfa Plastik AS (Czech Republic)
Alfred Kolb GmbH AKO-Kunststoffe (Germany)
Allibert Buckhorn UK Ltd (UK)
All-Pak, Inc (USA)
Allplastic AB (Sweden)
Alpla Werke Lehner GmbH & Co KG (Germany)
Alplast SpA (Italy)
Alto Plastics Ltd (New Zealand)
Aluminio Y Aleaciones SA (Alumalsa) (Spain)
Alvaro Coelho & Irmaos SA (ACI) (Portugal)
Amcor Limited (Australia)
Amcor Containers Packaging (Thailand) Co, Ltd (Thailand)
Amcor Italia Srl (Italy)
Amcor Rentsch & Closures (Switzerland)
Amcor White Cap Europe GmbH (Germany)
Amcor White Cap Nordiska AB (Sweden)
Amcor White Cap Polska Sp z oo (Poland)
America star cork co, inc (USA)
Amorim Group (France)
Amorim Cork America (USA)
Amorim Cork Australia Pty, Ltd (Australia)
Amraz Ltd (Israel)
Anazé (Portugal)
Anchor Plastics Pty, Ltd (Australia)
Aotea Plastics Industries Ltd (New Zealand)
APM, Inc (USA)
Aptargroup, Inc (USA)
Arrowpak, Inc (USA)
ATP Health & Beauty Care (USA)
Auscap (Australia)
Axilone (France)
AZ Ausrstung + Zubehr GmbH & Co KG (Germany)
AZ Imballaggi Srl (Italy)
Badger Plug Company (USA)
Balcap (France)
Ball Packaging Europe (Germany)
Bednorz GmbH & Co Kg (Germany)
Bericap GmbH & Co (Germany)
Bericap (Kunshan) Co, Ltd (China)
Bericap North America (Canada)
Bericap UK Ltd (UK)
Berima A/S (Denmark)
Berlin Packaging (USA)
Berner Plastic Group SL (Spain)
Berry Plastics Corporation (USA)
Berry Plastics UK Ltd (UK)
Capsol Berry Plastics SpA (Italy)
Betapack SA (Spain)
Betts UK Ltd (UK)
Biffi and Premoli Srl (Italy)
Biopac (UK) Ltd (Biodegradable Packaging) (UK)
Biro Edwin Bischof AG (Kunststoff-Technologie)
(Switzerland)
Blackhawk Molding Co, Inc (USA)
Bladhs Plast Gislaved AB (Sweden)
Blapack SA (Spain)
Blechwarenfabrik Limburg GmbH (Germany)
BMP Srl (Italy)
Boellhoff Systemtechnik GmbH and Co KG (Germany)
Böhm Kunststofftechnik GmbH (Germany)
Bojco A/S (Denmark)
Bontap SL (Spain)
Bormioli Rocco E Figlio SpA (Italy)
Braythorn Ltd (UK)
Bryne Plast AS (Norway)

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c39872

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

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PAL-CON, Ltd. Markets Their Regenerator Services Online

PAL-CON, Ltd. collaborates with Sagentic Web Design, one of the nation’s leading and strategic marketing and design firms, to introduce their regenerator services to the online market.

Cleburne, TX (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- PAL-CON, Ltd. collaborates with Sagentic Web Design, one of the nation’s leading and strategic marketing and design firms, to introduce their regenerator services to the online market.

PAL-CON, Ltd., a regenerator specialist in Stephenville, Texas, provides solutions to problems with gas turbine regenerators, insulation or piping. They offer consulting, evaluations, insulation, piping, manufacturing, rebuilding and refurbishing gas turbine regenerators for gas and electrical companies throughout the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii.

With engineers on staff, PAL-CON, Ltd. is able to manage all clients’ needs. The company believes high quality is the end result of committed people with superior technical knowledge, timely services and proven products and systems.

“Continued client relations and surveys aid us in understanding their changing needs and concerns,” Pal Thompson, founder of PAL-CON, says. “Improvements consistent with our principles will not only be beneficial to a growing number of customers, but also to PAL-CON, Ltd.”

About PAL-CON, Ltd.:
Pal Thompson, founder of PAL-CON, began his career in the plant and pipeline industry. After years of experience, Pal and his son, Randy, began working with all types of Gas and Regenerators. PAL-CON was established in 1995 and incorporated in 1999. For more information, visit the new Web site at: www.palconltd.com.

About Sagentic Web Design:
Sagentic Web Design (www.sagentic.com) is known for its creative web solutions. Sagentic provides complete solution for Web Site Design, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Marketing and Graphic Design Services.

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Patented Soap and Water Based Technology Removes Tough Soils Fast, 34 Cabinet-Style Washer Models with 104 Engineered Options Configured to Meet Your Cleaning Standards

Unique patented water based Parts Washer removes tough soils fast in closed cabinet. Oscillating manifold and extreme efficiency pumps in industrial grade machine provide the needed impact force. 34 Models & 104 pre-engineered options allow us to configure a machine for your specific needs. Applications include: diesel and electric motors, transmissions, hydraulics, air and power, cases and housings, turbine parts, brake parts, aircraft wheels, bearings and machinery. Proprietary wastewater processing systems.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 27,2006 -- The MART Corporation, as a result of its ongoing R&D Program, has recently increased the operating efficiency of its Pumps to boost the performance of each Pump Delivery System. Efficiencies now range from 78% to 86%, when measured at the nozzle tips. This performance represents the actual energy available for soil removal and parts cleaning. It also means that a 55 Horsepower MART Duplex Pump System will deliver more blasting energy than a 75 Horsepower pump on a competing washer that operates at 50% pump efficiency. No washer maker provides the pump efficiencies of the MART.

The MART Corporation developed its patented oscillating Power Blast Manifold (PBM) so that blasted solution can reach into and clean all the hidden crevices and blind surfaces of a wash load. Instead of the nozzles hitting each surface from a single angle, as is the case with all other wash machines, the PBM increases the angles to penetrate and remove soil from the deepest recesses of a wash load. Quite simply, in the MART every surface comes clean.

The product line of The MART Corporation has evolved into the largest washer line in the industry. Power Washers handle loads from 800 pounds to 30 tons. What’s more, the entire MART product line is engineered to maximize its benefits: performance, reliability, maintainability, low operating cost, and maximum economic life. Over time MART has invested more than $4 million in new technology which is believed to be a larger investment in parts cleaning technology than all the other washer makers combined.

Unlike other washer makers that say they build and sell washing machines, the MART approach to its business is that customers do not want washing machines, they want clean parts. MART is in the business of selling clean parts. The distinction is obvious in the first minutes as a customer discusses his needs with a MART Applications Specialist.

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Manufacturing Companies Provide Troops with IED Protection

StacoSwitch, a Southern California Switch Manufacturer, is supplying their SERIES 30 rugged sealed switches to manufacturing companies providing American Armed Forces with classified equipment successfully used to prevent deadly attacks from improvised explosive devices (IEDs). These devices using StacoSwitch SERIES 30 switches have been credited with saving American lives.

Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- StacoSwitch, a Southern California Switch Manufacturer, is supplying their SERIES 30 rugged sealed switches to manufacturing companies providing American Armed Forces with classified equipment successfully used to prevent deadly attacks from improvised explosive devices (IEDs). These devices using StacoSwitch SERIES 30 switches have been credited with saving American lives.

Thousands of U.S. soldiers have been killed or badly injured by IEDs in Iraq. The Iraq Coalition Casualty Count has reported that 35 of the 61 U.S. troops killed in action in June 2006 died from IEDs. IEDs have killed more than 903 soldiers in Iraq and injured hundreds more. Before detecting technology, IEDs were almost impossible to detect. They can easily be camouflaged, hidden, or buried and can be triggered using remote controls or by command wire.

According to a March 2006 Newsweek article, “The Pentagon and Central Command do not like to get into specifics, for fear of tipping off the insurgents, but officials claim that the military is disarming an ever-greater number of IEDs before they can kill Americans.” The classified device that is currently saving lives in Iraq will defeat IEDs before the device kills or maims.

Kevin Judd, VP of Marketing at StacoSwitch says, “We are proud to provide equipment that directly protects our troops from fatal IED attacks.” “As IEDs become more sophisticated and harder to detect, we hope StacoSwitch and its partners will continue to be invaluable to saving lives in Iraq,” says Judd.

About StacoSwitch:
Based in Southern California, StacoSwitch has been a leading provider of Lighted Pushbutton Display Switches and Indicators, Rugged Keyboards and Keypads, Lighting and Switching Electronic Controllers, LED Products, Digital Pulse Dimmers and Tactile Feedback Touchscreen Solutions worldwide for over 40 years. StacoSwitch serves a wide variety of highly reliable switch markets from the extreme demands of U.S. military and law enforcement to extended repetitive wear conditions in commercial markets, from caustic hazardous waste environments to crucial medical instrumentation fields. StacoSwitch continues to be a leader with field proven experience in these demanding, rapidly growing global markets.

Contact: Michelle McCann
Marketing Specialist
(714) 549-3041 x270

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Two-Handed Lotion Dispenser Gets Makeover at TricorBraun

After 40 years, an old standard gets a new design. TricorBraun has created a lotion pump that requires only one hand to operate.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Two hands are better than one ¾ most of the time. TricorBraun has created a lotion pump that requires only one hand to operate, unlike the traditional dispensers that require one hand to depress the pump while the other hand “catches” the bottle’s contents.

“There have been no changes in the lotion pump for almost 40 years, and people have become so accustomed to using two hands to dispense viscous liquids from a bottle that packaging designers have not thought about how to improve upon it,” according to Craig Sawicki, executive vice president of TricorBraun Design.

“Its most obvious application is for cosmetic and personal care applications. For example, a hair stylist can reach with one hand to dispense shampoo, conditioner or styling products while continuing the application with the other hand.

“The one-handed pump is also logical for pet care products where one hand might be used to hold the pet while the other hand may be used to dispense and apply the product,” Mr. Sawicki said.

TricorBraun is one of the nation’s leading suppliers of rigid packaging, with its primary focus on cosmetics; health and beauty aids; pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals; food, beverage and wine; as well as industrial and household chemicals. The company has 30 offices in the United States and Canada.

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Resinlab Launches Sticky Website

Resinlab, an Ellsworth Adhesives company, has launched a new website which features information on its many stock encapsulants and adhesives, along with the many related custom services they provide.

Germantown, WI (PRWEB) July 27, 2006 -- Resinlab, an Ellsworth Adhesives company, launched a brand new website this past week at Resinlab.com. The site features a wide array of information on the complete line of electrical and electronic resins they produce. The Resinlab product line includes epoxy encapsulants, UL94V-0 flame retardant encapsulants, thermally conductive potting compounds and adhesives, electrically conductive adhesives, Methacrylate structural adhesives, urethane potting compounds and a broad range of Cynergy® cyanoacrylate and anaerobic adhesives. Virtually all of the products are crafted to meet the rigid standards of Europe’s newly adapted RoHS environmental requirements. The site also provides Technical Data Sheets (TDS) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for Resinlab’s standard product lines.

In addition to product information, the site details other Resinlab services such as custom formulation of encapsulants and adhesives, contract blending or modification of existing formulas, along with a multitude of custom packaging options. Being part of the Ellsworth Adhesives family of companies which includes Kitpackers, Glue Dots International, the Glue Factory and the parent company, Resinlab has the ability to serve global manufacturing needs on three continents. Ellsworth Adhesives is the world’s largest distributor of specialty chemicals such as adhesives, sealants, coatings, encapsulants, lubricants, releases, tapes, and other products used in the manufacturing industry. The company has locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

Resinlab was established in 1988 and has grown to be a leading resin manufacturer with state of the art production equipment, lab capabilities, and technical expertise. Much of its standard product line is available for purchase on the Resinlab site via linkage to the online shopping cart of Ellsworth Adhesives Ellsworth Adhesives. More information on the new site can be obtained by logging-on or calling 1-866-322-8322.

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July 25, 2006

Oversized Rhino Storage Lockers Now Exclusively Available at A Plus Warehouse, the Premier Online Industrial Equipment Distributor

A Plus Warehouse announces that it has been chosen as exclusive distributor of Rhino Storage Lockers, the largest super duty lockers manufactured in the United States.

(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) July 25, 2006 -- A Plus Warehouse, the nation’s leading online business-to-business distributor of industrial equipment and supplies, has been selected as the exclusive distributor of Rhino Storage Lockers, the largest industrial-application lockers manufactured in the United States. Designed for ultimate efficiency, Rhino Lockers provide the durability and unprecedented holding capacity needed to securely store valuable equipment, tools, and other heavy duty, oversized items.

A Plus Warehouse maintains one of the most extensive and diverse online catalogues of handling, storage and distribution equipment. From warehouse racks and heavy duty storage lockers to dock equipment and conveyors, A Plus Warehouse is a one-stop solution for the all industrial equipment needs of business, government agencies, public and private schools, and the military. A Plus Warehouse’s inventory not only offers a broad selection of equipment from the industry’s most trusted manufacturers but also includes many hard-to-find products and brands and exclusive offerings. With coast-to-coast warehouses and a vast network of reliable, longtime suppliers, A Plus Warehouse is able to keep prices on all items competitively low and ensure prompt delivery to any location. A Plus Warehouse’s wholesale prices, comprehensive selection, and commitment to world-class customer service have made it the premier online destination for industrial equipment and supplies.

A Plus Warehouse has expanded its online catalogue to include Rhino Lockers, becoming the exclusive distributor of these oversized storage solutions. Ideally suited for military, fire departments, and other heavy-duty applications, Rhino storage lockers combine convenience and functionality to provide the utmost space, security, utility, and privacy. Rhino Lockers are the largest super duty lockers manufactured in the United States, with each unit measuring 24" wide, 24" deep, and standing 74" tall. Rhino lockers are constructed from all welded 14 gauge steel so that each locker has the strength and security needed to withstand even the most extreme conditions. Available in single, double, and three tier configurations, Rhino lockers offer the ultimate storage flexibility for oversized, bulky items.

About A Plus Warehouse
A Plus Warehouse is an online business-to-business distributor of quality industrial equipment including storage lockers, heavy duty cabinets, warehouse racks, conveyors, work benches, steel shelving, and dock equipment. With an extensive selection of brand name manufacturers, hard-to-find products, and exclusive offerings, A Plus Warehouse has everything a business needs to maintain a high level of efficiency and productivity at one convenient online destination.

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Hampshire Partners Fund VI Acquires 58,500 Square Foot Office/Laboratory Building in Montvale, New Jersey

The Hampshire Companies, a full service, private real estate investment fund manager with equity in assets valued at over $1.5 billion, have acquired a 58,500 square foot office/laboratory building located at 15 Mercedes Drive in Montvale, New Jersey. The acquisition was made on behalf of Hampshire Partners Fund VI, Hampshire’s $235 million institutional investment fund. The 15 Mercedes Drive property is superbly located on approximately six acres at the heart of one of Bergen County, New Jersey’s prime commercial and office locations.

Morristown, NJ (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- The Hampshire Companies, a full service, private real estate investment fund manager with equity in assets valued at over $1.5 billion, announced today the acquisition of a single story, 58,500 square foot office/laboratory building located at 15 Mercedes Drive in Montvale, New Jersey. The acquisition was made on behalf of Hampshire Partners Fund VI, Hampshire’s $235 million institutional investment fund.

The 15 Mercedes Drive property is superbly located on approximately six acres at the heart of one of Bergen County, New Jersey’s prime commercial and office locations. With direct access to the Garden State Parkway and proximity to the Palisades Interstate Parkway, I-287, and Manhattan via either the Tappan Zee or George Washington Bridges, 15 Mercedes Drive is conveniently located.

The property offers a number of highly desirable features and amenities that make it ideal for a single-user, including a full-service cafeteria, access to nearby shopping, hotels, restaurants and retail, and secure, on-site management. As the facility is one-story, it has the flexibility to accommodate a number of different types of potential users. Corporate neighbors include BMW, Mercedes-Benz North America, Sony and Hertz.

The 15 Mercedes Drive property was purchased from Campus Associates, L.P. Jeff Kolodkin and Len Suskin of Grubb and Ellis represented the seller, while Gregg Kelman of GK Realty Services represented the buyer in the transaction.

“This acquisition has tremendous upside potential for our investors,” said Norman A. Feinstein, Executive Vice President of The Hampshire Companies. “We were able to purchase the property for well below replacement cost in one of the top headquarters destinations in Northern New Jersey. We plan an aggressive multi-pronged marketing, renovation and re-positioning strategy to attract a long-term tenant on a net lease basis.”

Hampshire Partners Fund VI is committed to delivering superior, above-market returns to its investors through the acquisition, repositioning and operation of quality investment properties. The emphasis of investment for this value-add fund is on industrial, retail and suburban office property located in the growth corridors of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. The Fund is currently very active in seeking additional acquisitions throughout its targeted markets.

The Hampshire Companies is a full-service, private real estate investment fund manager based in Morristown, New Jersey. The Hampshire Companies is a vibrant, dynamic organization that combines creative vision and superior execution, thereby enabling it to create and enhance value in real estate investments in order to consistently outperform the market. Additional information on The Hampshire Companies and its funds is available online at www.hampshireco.com.

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Lease Accounting Overhaul Likely a Hot Topic at The Annual Lessor Resources Showcase

Equipment leasing professionals to meet at the Ritz-Carlton in Atlanta August 30-31.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- On August 30 at the Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead hotel in Atlanta, the Lessors Network will open the Annual Lessor Resources Showcase. The event showcases funding sources, technology solutions and service providers exclusively active in the commercial and municipal equipment leasing markets.

This year’s event features the largest number of scheduled presentations and roundtable discussions on topical subjects; however, insiders are wondering if the hot topic will be FASB’s recent announcement to overhaul leasing accounting policies.

“It’s unlikely to have this many senior industry executives in one room and not have this be a primary topic of conversation,” said John Semon, CEO and founder of the Lessors Network. “We have built our reputation on delivering smaller, professionally intimate networking events where each and every attendee is a proactive participant. Anytime a hot topic such as proposed changes to our accounting policies comes across our radar, we can expect our attending executives to engage in vigorous discussion, sharing their ideas and opinions. This event is made for just such opportunities.”

Past participants include Bank of America; Caterpillar Financial Services Corp.; Chase Equipment Leasing; CIT; Citigroup, Inc.; Daimler Chrysler; De Lage Landen; Decision Systems, Inc.; Dell Financial Services; Deutsche Financial Services; Diligenz, Inc.; ePlus Group, Inc.; Experian; Fair; Isaac and Company; Fitch Ratings; GATX Capital; GE Capital; GMAC Commercial Finance; IBM Global Financing; Information Leasing Corp.; International Decision Systems; John Deere Credit; Key Equipment Finance Group; KPMG Consulting LLC; Oracle Credit Corporation; Pitney Bowes Financial Services; RVI Group; SAP America; Siemens Financial Services; Textron Financial Corporation; Toyota Financial Services; UCC Direct Services; US Bancorp; Wachovia Leasing & Equipment Finance and Wells Fargo Equipment Finance.

Additional information about the Annual Lessor Resources Showcase can be viewed from www.lessors.com.

ABOUT THE LESSORS NETWORK
From www.Lessors.com, the Lessors Network is a global vertical marketing network connecting participating small, medium, and large companies and their employees across the equipment leasing enterprise through a common content and interactive platform.

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Smart Cars of America LLC Unveils Web Sites for Promotion and Marketing of the Smart Car ForTwo

Smart Car of America Offers Comprehensive Internet Portals to Promote and Market Highly Desirable Smart Cars.

Belleair, Florida (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Smart Cars of America LLC announced news regarding availability of the 2008 Smart ForTwo, the launch of a fresh and stylish Web site, a new logo and a new powerful slogan.

Smart Cars of America's website offers a new brand name identity that includes a fresh styling, logo, marketing materials, videos and the Company's new powerful slogan for the one-of-a-kind Smart Car offerings:

Superbly Manufactured And Reliable Transportation.

The new Web site includes comprehensive content detailing all the information Smart consumers need to know about the Smart ForTwo, and other innovative cars and modes of transportation.

Designed to become the premier website for alternative vehicles, unique means of transport and all things Smart, Smart Cars of America's new sites, uses dynamic flash and html communications, designed to accommodate new information as it becomes immediately available.

"Already very popular in most European and Canadian markets, we are thrilled to see the 2008 Smart drive to the world's largest automotive marketplace," said S.L. Johnston, president of Smart Cars of America.

"Innovative and Smart-thinkers already know that Smart Cars of America's insight into Smart, environmentally-friendly alternative transportation is undeniable. Consumers and clients alike will benefit from Smart Car's comprehensive new website, combining all the right information all in one, Smart place."

In June, Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of DaimlerChrysler AG and head of Mercedes Car Group announced that the smart would be available for the U.S. market. DaimlerChrysler, will utilize a third party to distribute the smart in the US.

Their carefully selected third party distributor is racing great Roger Penske and his United Auto Group. UAG is the 2nd largest auto dealer in the United States with 173 franchises in 19 states and Puerto Rico and 123 franchises situated internationally.

Consumers and dealers already familiar with the Company's innovative, Smart thinking will notice dramatic improvements to the website as the Smart Car builds brand awareness and becomes more readily available to United States drivers.

In addition to its new flash graphics and fresh appearance, it includes an automotive industrial news feeds to provide regular updates for Smart consumers.

Smart Cars of America new links direct buyers to intelligent car reports, industry specific information, helpful services and Smart car-related forums.

Dealers, sellers and buyers can simply click the "Link to Us" button and link www.SmartCarAmerica.com directly to their own sites to drive traffic and bring Smart thinking to the Information Superhighway.

Other important features of the site, designed to bring Smart sellers and buyers together include: direct links to industry partners, buyer's services, aftermarket parts, automotive services and other automotive topics of interest to innovative, Smart consumers.

The new site also hosts the Web site,
www.iwantasmartcar.com where reader's answers fuel accurate statistics, data and information that is needed to provide input so the future Smart owners can get appropriate models, needed equipment, options and colors they desire.

Smart Car of America has a Spanish-language version of the site to become the first Spanish-language web site created by Smart Cars of America for Spanish speaking automotive enthusiast.

Other first-of-their Internet sites include: www.thesmartcars.com, www.smartfortwo.com and www.carsalesbuyowner.com, dedicated to and focused on the Smart and alternative car market.

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ADMET Expands in Central and South America and the Caribbean; Company Seeks Additional Calibrators and Manufacturer Representatives

ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, is expanding in Central and South America and the Caribbean. The company, which sells direct and through qualified calibrators and manufacturer representatives, already has substantial sales in Ecuador, Mexico, Nicaragua and the Caribbean. ADMET is seeking calibrator partners to further expand its market reach.

Norwood, MA (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 – ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, is expanding in Central and South America and the Caribbean. The company, which sells direct and through qualified calibrators and manufacturer representatives, already has substantial sales in Ecuador, Mexico, Nicaragua and the Caribbean. ADMET is seeking calibrator partners to further expand its market reach.

ADMET is a maker of universal testing machines that are used to perform a range of materials characterizations using tensile, compression, shear and bend tests. The company’s equipment is used to test concrete, metals, alloys, plastics, rubber, textiles, as well as bio and biomechanical materials and products.

ADMET sells both new and used machines. It develops controller hardware and firmware, as well as Microsoft Windows-based materials testing systems. ADMET also offers retrofit/upgrade packages for virtually any manufacturer’s testing machine, including Amsler, Baldwin, Denison, ELE Soiltest, Instron, MTS, Mohr & Federhoff, Reihle, SATEC, Shimadzu, Tinius Olsen, and Zwick.

The company also sells grips and fixtures for all testing needs. A full catalog of ADMET universal testing machines, controllers and accessories is available at: http://www.admet.com. International distributor, partner and customer services are available at: http://www.admet.com/calibrationAndSales.htm.

“ADMET’s expanding business in Central and South America and the Caribbean is driven by market demand,” said Richard Gedney, ADMET founder and president. “We have a full catalog of top-quality, attractively priced new and used testing equipment and accessories that are successful in many countries around the world. We have a growing list of representatives serving the Americas who can facilitate installations and provide support.”

ADMET products are available directly from ADMET and through calibrators, ADMET representatives and agents. Products meet or exceed several applicable international standards, including standards issued by ASTM, BSENISO, DIN, ISO, JIS and others.

About ADMET
ADMET Inc. combines high quality products and services to deliver the most efficient and cost effective materials testing systems. Its products range from new and used universal testing frames, to software and specialized control units, and grips and fixtures. The company also retrofits electromechanical, hydraulic and digitally controlled testing machines from any manufacturer to deliver more reliable test results, simplify operations, meet international standards and integrate with data collection systems. Highly skilled engineers provide customers with personalized research and development services and support to make ADMET the most responsive materials testing equipment supplier. ADMET’s loyal customer base includes leading manufacturers, testing labs, researchers and universities in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, concrete, construction, metals, plastics, textiles and other industries. ADMET’s products are widely distributed in North America, Central and South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim. ADMET can be reached at 781-769-0850 or by visiting http://www.admet.com.

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

ASTM—American Society for Testing Materials
BSENISO—British International Organization for Standardization
DIN—Institute for Standardization
ISO—International Standards Organization
JIS—Japanese Institute of Standards

For further information:

Marc Venet
ADMET Inc.
51 Morgan Dr.
Norwood, MA 02062
781-769-0850 X13

Sandy McLaughlin
Soucy Communications Group
465 Pine St.
Lowell, MA 01851
781-898-7305

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Executive and Management CV/Resume Database Launch

www.CVtrumpet.co.uk now offers recruiters access to one of the UK's largest Executive and Management candidate CV/resume databases.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- www.CVtrumpet.co.uk, the UK’s No.1 CV/resume sending service, has just released access to its 21,000 strong, executive & management candidate database.

Recruiters can search the candidate database by function, sector, salary, location and keywords. Recruiters can also test search the database for free.

Robert Odhams, Marketing Director for CVtrumpet comments: “Following a recruiter survey in August 2005, the overwhelming majority of CVtrumpet’s executive and management recruiters requested searchable access to the candidates. We went a step further and provided recruiters with database access and access to a great deal more candidates than are accessible by our CV sending service.”

Jennifer Sadler, Account Manager, comments: “We’re very pleased with the way the executive and management candidate database is going in terms of both the take up of the database and the positive comments we are receiving from recruiters on the quality of the candidates.

A free test search of CVtrumpet’s executive and management candidate database is available at: http://www.cvtrumpet.co.uk/platinum-test-search.htm

www.cvtrumpet.co.uk

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Ribbon Revolution

Etiquette have launched a unique and innovative website, designed to take the hassle and uncertainty out of selecting and ordering thermal printer ribbons for thermal transfer label and barcode printers.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Etiquette have launched a unique and innovative website, designed to take the hassle and uncertainty out of selecting and ordering thermal printer ribbons for thermal transfer label and barcode printers.

The website, available at www.theribbonfactory.co.uk allows users to select the brand of their printer, whilst the technical trickery of the site calculates all available ribbon grades, colours, widths and lengths, ensuring that you are never left with printer ribbons that are useless to your printer.

The Ribbon Factory is part of a growing network of websites constructed by Etiquette to bring ease of use, advice, guidance and support to its increasing army of online customers. It follows www.TheLabeller.com and www.labelview.co.uk, both websites designed to bring support and product information to customers.

“TheRibbonFactory.co.uk is all about ease of use for the visitor. From the concept of the website, through to completion, we focused on how we can make ribbon selection easier,” Martin Williams, Marketing Manager explained. “Whilst experienced users of thermal transfer printers will know exactly which printer ribbons go with each printer, there are many many more who are suffering with selecting correct ribbons, especially with the re-branding of so many printers and such a wide variety of grades, widths and lengths available. TheRibbonFactory.co.uk takes care of all of that, and also provides a simple, yet comprehensive guide, to selection. It couldn’t be easier.”

At present the website caters for Datamax, Graham, Markem, RJS, Sato, Tec & Zebra barcode and label printers. “Etiquette’s premium quality thermal ribbons are enhanced especially for maximum print performance,” explained Tom Bunce, Sales Director. “High carbon content guarantees a crisp, sharp black image – so crucial for the printing of graphics, text and barcodes.”

Etiquette are the UK’s experts in labels and labelling. For further information about the entire range of products and services, visit www.etiquette.co.uk or call 0845 222 0354.

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Naval Air Warfare Center (NAVAIR) Weapons Division, China Lake Awards Electrophysics® Second Contract for Seven High Performance Infrared Cameras

Electrophysics, a leader in infrared imaging solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a second contract by NAVAIR Weapons Division, China Lake, for seven Emerald MWIR-InSb infrared cameras with an option to purchase one additional, to total eight. The cameras will be integrated into NAVAIR’s MANPAD program, designed specifically for force protection.

Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Electrophysics, a leader in infrared imaging solutions, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a second contract by NAVAIR Weapons Division, China Lake, for seven Emerald MWIR-InSb infrared cameras with an option to purchase one additional, to total eight. The cameras will be integrated into NAVAIR's MANPAD program, designed specifically for force protection.

NAVAIR, a military leader in the research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) of guided missiles, advanced weapons, and weapon systems, provides the operating forces of the Navy and Marine Corps, other activities of the U.S. Armed Forces, and foreign allies with effective and affordable integrated warfare systems and life-cycle support to ensure battle space dominance. NAVAIR features several locations across the United States and employs nearly 32,000 military and civilian employees, manages approximately 150 acquisition programs and maintains over 4,100 aircraft in active inventory, including 96 individual type/model/series.

By arranging the cameras in a circumference, NAVAIR will create a highly advanced measure of force protection from MANPAD systems. With the use of special stitching software, each camera will be used to produce a 360° Field of View capable of detecting the infrared signatures of shoulder fired missiles and small arms fire, the most common forms of MANPAD. Upon detection, the information would be immediately data linked to deployed aircraft which can execute appropriate countermeasures.

Each Emerald features a large format 640 x 512 focal plane array, and is responsive in the 3-5 µm wavelength "midwave" band and exhibits a typical NETD figure of less than 20mK, which allows users to detect minute temperature differences at great distances. The Emerald MWIR also incorporates a 14 bid digital output which will be directly interfaced into a custom software program. In addition, the Emerald's compact one-piece design improves the overall portability of the system.

Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced near infrared, night vision and thermal imaging systems for use in a host of imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on delivering products that reflect the company's exceptional engineering capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly evolving imaging technologies. The company has realized exceptional growth as a result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to continually innovating its products in order to enhance the experience of end users.

Electrophysics is vertically integrated with expertise in complex signal processing, optics, embedded software, PC software applications development and hardware design.

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Iteration2 Earns Microsoft Business Solutions President's Club Recognition

Iteration2 recognized for exceptional business performance, sales achievement and customer satisfaction with Microsoft Dynamics.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, announced today they have received recognition from Microsoft for outstanding customer commitment and sales achievement and was named to the Microsoft® Business Solutions President’s Club. This recognition honors Microsoft Business Solutions reselling partners whose commitment to customers is reflected in their business performance and high level of sales achievement and customer satisfaction. This is the second consecutive year Iteration2 has received this award.

“We are proud to be recognized as a distinguished Microsoft partner who has achieved President’s Club status,” said Gary Peterson, Iteration2 Vice President. Peterson added, “this acknowledgment is a true testament to the outstanding accomplishments and dedication of our team throughout the year.”

“Microsoft congratulates Iteration2 on achieving President’s Club status,” said Microsoft Corporate Vice President, Craig McCollum. “Iteration2 truly understands how important customers are to Microsoft and has gone out of their way to make the customer’s experience a positive one.”

Recognized as the fastest growing Axapta partner in North America Iteration2 also achieved President’s Club status in 2005. Iteration2 continues to receive industry recognition attributing success to their knowledgeable team of professionals, enterprise software domain expertise, proven methodology, client satisfaction and focused vertical market strategy.

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

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

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

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Personalized Laser Inscribed Golf Clubs from Jazz Golf

Jazz Golf’s innovative laser inscribing procedure produces a permanent laser etching on the club head or shaft that can last a lifetime. This new service is offered throughout North America and it can be applied to a variety of Jazz golf clubs.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Jazz Golf’s innovative laser inscribing procedure produces a permanent laser etching on the club head or shaft that can last a lifetime. This new service is offered throughout North America and it can be applied to a variety of Jazz golf clubs.

Companies and tournament organizers have been putting their stamp on clubs with the full confidence that their branding is being professionally showcased.

Golf tournament organizers are placing their orders with the satisfaction they can provide their participants with a unique alternative to the traditional offering of hats, shirts and golf balls. Clients are impressed with the degree of cost-effectiveness of this quality offering.

"Everyone who has seen these clubs loves them. Our Management and clients can’t believe how professional-looking our brand appears on the clubs. We were fans of Jazz before but this is really terrific," states Ms. Rhonda Brown of NCI FM radio.

Examples of Jazz’s new laser inscribed clubs can be seen on www.jazzgolf.com and at golf related tradeshows in North America. For any questions or inquiries, phone 204-947-0645 or email.

About Jazz Golf
Based in Winnipeg, Canada, Jazz Golf Equipment Inc. is Canada's largest wholly Canadian owned manufacturer of golf clubs and equipment. Jazz Golf's primary focus is to serve golfers who seek superior quality and performance in their equipment at a competitive price. Jazz Golf also offers an excellent line of quality bags and accessories. Currently, Jazz distributes its products throughout Canada, United States and select international countries.

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Elscint Noise Enclosures for Vibratory Bowl Feeders

Elscint Automation, the leading Vibratory Bowl Feeder manufacturer from India offers various accessories for Vibratory Bowl Feeders, a popular one being a Noise Enclosure to reduce the Noise Levels.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Elscint Automation, the ISO 9001 Certified leading Vibratory Bowl Feeder manufacturer from India offers Noise Enclosures for Vibratory Bowl Feeders. These are available in three types –
1. Square or Rectangular Mild Steel Cover with Acoustic Foam lined on the inside
2. Round Shaped Mild Steel Cover with Acoustic Foam lined on the inside
3. Acrylic Enclosure fixed with Aluminium extruded Sections

Mr. Monish Shete, Director of Elscint Automation informed that depending upon the budget, type of component, Model of the Bowl Feeder and the Noise Reduction requirement of the customer, Application Engineers from Elscint can recommend the correct type of Noise Enclosure for Vibratory Bowl Feeder. In case a new Vibratory Bowl Feeder is ordered on Elscint, Noise Enclosures are optionally provided to the customers. He further informed that Elscint can also provide Noise Enclosures for old Vibratory Bowl Feeders of any make. A Noise Reduction of between 10 Db to 20 Db can be achieved with the help of Elscint Noise Enclosures. In case of special applications like Pharmaceutical requirements, even Stainless Steel Noise Enclosures can also be provided with special Washable Acoustic Foam. He stated that the Elscint Mild Steel or Stainless Steel Noise Enclosures come with Toggle Clamps for easy removal and fastening. He claims that the top cover being made of Transparent Acrylic with a particular thickness and hinges not only reduces the Noise but helps the Operator to check whether the number of pieces in the Bowl have reduced / or require replenishment. Elscint can also provide a Level Controller with the Noise Enclosure and give a ring / flash a bulb in case the levels of components in the Bowl reduce. This feature is very popular with most customers as it relieves the operator from continuously checking the level of components in the Bowl. Elscint maintains a stock of various sizes of Noise Enclosures and thus faster deliveries are possible. This and other Vibratory Bowl Feeder Accessories which Elscint can offer make Elscint the preferred choice of most Machine Builders.

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Tooled Feeder Bowls at Competitive Rates

Elscint Automation, the leading Vibratory Bowl Feeder from India has now started offering tooled bowls to European and American Bowl Feeder manufacturers at a very competitive cost.

(PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Elscint Automation, the leading Vibratory Bowl Feeder manufacturer from India has now started supplying completely tooled Bowls to various Vibratory Bowl Feeder manufacturers in Europe.

Labour costs being less in India, Elscint can make these tooled bowls available at a very competitive cost. Elscint provides the complete bowl tooling. The Bowl Feeder manufacturer can then just take some trials and tune the Vibratory Drive and ship the complete tooled Vibratory Bowl Feeder to their customer. Usually, tt takes between 30 to 100 hours to tool a Bowl depending upon the intricacy of the component which is being fed. By outsourcing the tooling function to Elscint Automation, the Bowl Feeder manufacturer saves on this time, thus saving not only on valuable labour and overhead costs but also increasing the number of Bowl Feeders which can be manufactured and supplied without increasing the number of bowl tooling technicians, who are in short supply.

The quality of Elscint Bowls is comparable to any bowl manufactured in Europe and this can be gauged from the repeat orders Elscint is getting from Bowl Feeder manufacturers for this type of work. Elscint Automation can provide either Cast Aluminum or Fabricated Stainless Steel Bowls. Some manufacturers supply their own Cast Aluminum Bowls to Elscint Automation for doing the tooling. This makes the tooled bowl from Elscint look similar to their own “Homemade Bowls”. Additionally, Elscint Automation can provide its popular Elscinthane Bowl Lining as well as provide the required finish for the Bowls.

With a lot of extra spare capacity, Elscint Automation can provide tooled bowls within a low delivery time and at very competitive costs. In fact, Elscint Automation also takes care of the logistics and quotes for a Door Delivery rate which includes Air Freight to reach the Bowl Feeder Manufacturers factory within 4 working days of shipping the Bowl. Elscint also sends photos and videos of the Bowls on completion for approval of the customers. Elscint Automation being an ISO 9001 registered company, customers can be assured of proper documentation like Test Reports and proper Instructions with the supplies.

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Versatile Digital Indicator for Weigh Scale -- Ideal for Indoor and Outdoor Use

Introducing the Cardinal Model 215 Digital Weight Indicator. This new digital weigh indicator is ideal for indoor and outdoor use. Battery or AC power is available and an easy to read LCD display is standard.

Sanford, NC (PRWEB) July 25, 2006 -- Central Carolina Scale is proud to announce that Cardinal Scale Mfg. has expanded their digital weight indicator product line with the new model 215 digital weight indicator. The 215's NEMA 4X/IP66 stainless steel washdown enclosure and highly-visible 1" high LCD display make it versatile and ideal for indoor or outdoor weighing applications. It features dual serial ports, 10-key numeric keypad, multiple print formats, and powers up to 8 load cells. Cardinal's NTEP approved 215 can be powered by (10) "AA" rechargeable batteries or standard AC power.

The model 215 features onboard print ticket formating and also has the availability of Cardinal's nControl software for advanced ticket formatting. The 215 comes standard with axle weigher operation mode, has 3 preset weight comparators, Time and Date with selectable 12 or 24 hour operation, count feature with accumulator, push button tare, and gross and net conversion.

Choose from a variety of connectivity options with Cardinal's 215 including, RS232 serial, analog output, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet TCP/IP, Allen-Bradley® interface, fiber optic port (glass or plastic), and industrial Ethernet/IP.

More information:
http://cardinal-detecto.centralcarolinascale.com/215-Digital-Indicator.htm

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Acuity Brands Extends Use of Zilliant’s Price Management Software

Zilliant today announced Acuity Brands Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI), has expanded their investment in the Zilliant Precision Pricing Suite (ZPPS), purchasing two additional software modules, ZPPS Optimization and ZPPS Deal Manager, to augment their existing deployment of ZPPS Analytics.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Zilliant, the leading provider of data-driven price management applications, today announced Acuity Brands Lighting, a division of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI), has expanded their investment in the Zilliant Precision Pricing Suite (ZPPS), purchasing two additional software modules, ZPPS Optimization and ZPPS Deal Manager, to augment their existing deployment of ZPPS Analytics.

Acuity Brands Lighting, well-recognized for its superior products and customer service, is the leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial, institutional and residential lighting fixtures in North America.

Acuity deployed ZPPS Analytics in 2004 to analyze revenue, price and margin data, which enabled robust price and margin analysis, providing rich, actionable insight into profit improvement opportunities. In addition to these business benefits, the Analytics deployment produced high-quality data to accelerate and enhance the impact of ZPPS Optimization and ZPPS Deal Manager. The combination of ZPPS Optimization, Deal Manager and Analytics will further provide Acuity with industry-leading capabilities to manage pricing.

"ZPPS Analytics delivered significant business value to us over the last several years. Deploying Zilliant’s additional pricing applications will enable us to take full advantage of the entire suite to achieve consistent price management, while improving financial performance," said Pat Quinn, VP, Information Systems and Technology of Acuity Brands Lighting. "Their science-based technology, pricing expertise and integration capabilities earned Zilliant an important position in our mission-critical business infrastructure."

Acuity Brands’ business case for deploying pricing software was based on achieving measurable increases in margin through intense market-based price management. Zilliant was selected because it demonstrated the capabilities, expertise and commitment to helping Acuity Brands meet these financial goals.

"Zilliant delivered technology that enhances our price management and execution capabilities," said Jerry Quick, CFO and EVP, Acuity Brands Lighting. "The initial return on investment has been strong and measurable and we are confident this additional investment in the Zilliant footprint will provide equally compelling returns."

"As a market leader in the building products industry, Acuity Brands’ expanding use of our data-driven pricing applications is a strong endorsement," said Greg Peters, Zilliant’s CEO. "They have set a high standard for pricing excellence in the industry."

About Zilliant
Zilliant is the leading provider of data-driven price management solutions that enable our customers to fully exploit their enterprise transactional history to improve price setting and execution. Zilliant’s Precision Pricing Suite combines proprietary price segmentation and optimization science with easy-to-use business applications to help customers determine and negotiate the best pricing for every sales transaction. Greater price differentiation and smarter price strategies have helped Zilliant’s customers increase profits by tens of millions of dollars. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Zilliant is a privately held company. Investors include Austin Ventures, Cardinal Ventures, JP Morgan Partners, and Trellis Partners. For more information contact Zilliant at 877.893.1085 or visit www.zilliant.com.

About Acuity Brands Lighting
Acuity Brands, Inc., with fiscal year 2005 net sales of approximately $2.2 billion, is comprised of Acuity Brands Lighting and Acuity Specialty Products. Acuity Brands Lighting is one of the world’s leading providers of lighting fixtures and includes brands such as Lithonia Lighting®, Holophane®, Peerless®, Hydrel®, American Electric Lighting®, and Gotham®. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Acuity Brands employs approximately 10,000 people and has operations throughout North America and in Europe and Asia.

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City of Long Beach Tackles Stormwater Pollution to Protect the Public's Health and Keep Its Beaches Open

Test results from pilot program prove technology’s effectiveness in killing harmful, illness-causing bacteria and preventing beach closures.

Long Beach, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- The City of Long Beach, California announced today the success of a progressive stormwater management pilot program aimed at preventing harmful, illness-causing bacteria from contaminating city beaches and other recreational waters. The program uses a unique technology called the Smart Sponge, which kills bacteria such as E. coli, fecal coliform and enterococcus on contact and also removes other harmful substances like gasoline, oil & grease as well as sediment and debris. The Smart Sponge product is non-toxic, non-leaching, and is fully recyclable.

As part of the study, over 1,950 Smart Sponge filters were placed in targeted stormdrain catch basin inlets throughout the City of Long Beach beginning in August 2004. Continual testing has gone on since late 2004. In a recent testing of over ten sample locations throughout the City of Long Beach, the Smart Sponge® Plus filters successfully destroyed a very high percentage of bacteria, including E. coli and other fecal coliform, with an average destruction rate of over 79 percent and a maximum destruction rate of 97 percent.

Tom Leary, Stormwater Management Division Officer, Long Beach Public Works Department, said "Our number one priority is to protect the public’s health. With over 11 miles of public beaches and Colorado Lagoon, one of the few remaining inland recreational water bodies, the presence of bacteria and other harmful pathogens in our stormwater and urban runoff poses risks to human health, particularly after heavy rainfall. "I am pleased with the results of the pilot program in dramatically reducing bacteria in our stormdrains and thus allowing us to keep our beaches safe and open to the public. We hope to receive continued support from local and federal officials to sustain our efforts and expand the program," stated Leary.

Glenn Rink, Founder & President of AbTech Industries, makers of the Smart Sponge technology stated, "We are very excited to report the continued success of our filtration technology and are thrilled with the results from the Long Beach program. Tests over the last year have demonstrated the ability of the Smart Sponge to continually and consistently remove bacteria, trash and debris with only routine maintenance as well as confirmed its effectiveness and longevity," said Rink.

According to a recent published report in the Journal of Environmental Science and Technology, water pollution caused by high levels of bacteria, sickens as many as 1.5 million swimmers annually in the Southern California area beaches and causes millions of dollars in public healthcare costs. "This is a true testament to the City of Long Beach and Tom Leary for their aggressive and foresighted approach in keeping their beaches clean. "Long Beach is clearly setting the standard for municipalities interested in protecting their beaches as well as their community and we look forward to working with them to help maintain and expand its stormwater management program," added Rink.

Over the next year, the City of Long Beach will continue its study to validate the project's success and carefully monitor the reductions in bacteria, hydrocarbons, trash and debris captured and/or destroyed by the Smart Sponge filters before going into the City's waterways or onto its beaches. AbTech Industries will also continue to work with the city to service, maintain, and help monitor the catch basins installed with Smart Sponge filters.

About AbTech Industries
AbTech Industries, Inc., based in Scottsdale, Arizona, provides communities and industries with customized solutions to control or remove bacteria that are threatening the quality of our nation’s waterways while at the same time removing trash and debris as well as petroleum products such as gasoline, oil & grease.
AbTech’s products incorporate a polymer-based filtration material, the Smart Sponge®, a technology that effectively removes pollutants from flowing or pooled water, encapsulating them so that they cannot be released back into the environment even under high pressure. In addition, AbTech is the first company to combine an antimicrobial agent in its filtration material and provide the first solution that effectively destroys bacteria at the street level.

The Environmental Protection Agency has included AbTech’s Ultra-Urban® Filter series with Smart Sponge technology as a Best Management Practice (BMP) under the federal environmental guidelines that apply to local and state governments. Please visit: http://www.abtechindustries.com to learn more about AbTech Industries’ Smart Sponge Plus technology.

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New Full-Color Video Camera Captures Sharp Machine Vision Images in Challenging Lighting Conditions

The new Toshiba IK-1000ME camera captures crisp full color images in lighting down to the equivalent of of moonless overcast (10-4 lux). The technology is ideal for factory floor machine vision applications where lighting conditions are often problematic. The camera features new electron multiplying CCD technology.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Toshiba’s new IK-1000ME full-color video camera delivers sharp full-color images in machine vision applications, even in extremely low light. Available from Scientific Vision Systems, the camera allows users to capture color video images in light as low as the equivalent of moonless overcast (10-4 lux). The camera features Toshiba’s breakthrough imaging system based on their proprietary electron-multiplying CCD technology.

The electron multiplying CCD enhances the incoming signal by a factor of one thousand. As a result, the camera delivers maximum full color video reproduction in absolutely minimum illumination. The Electron Multiplying CCD (EMCCD) architecture differs substantially from a conventional CCD. The EMCCD features a “gain register” that has two phases with independent electrodes. Each electrode holds a different voltage potential which results in an intense electric field. This field causes the incoming electrons to experience impact ionization. This process generates new electrons that manifest themselves as dramatically increased sensitivity at very fast speeds. The technology eliminates the readout noise common with traditional CCD’s. The result is a virtually noiseless 30 frames per second in near total darkness.

When comparing the IK-1000ME with other types of CCD’s and image intensifiers, a conventional CCD only captures images in direct sunlight or daylight overcast, the equivalent of 102 lux and 101 lux, respectively. A low light CCD only captures images in light conditions equivalent to a nighttime quarter moon, equivalent to 10-2 lux. Although a camera with an image intensifier can capture images in 10-4 lux conditions, the images are not in color, the camera is bulky, and requires maintenance. Likewise, a thermal imaging camera does not capture color images and is also bulky. Thus, the IK-1000ME outperforms all other low-light color video technologies in a compact, maintenance free design.

The EMCCD in the camera is one thousand (1,000) times more sensitive than a conventional color CCD. The ½ inch EMCCD features a high resolution 658 x 496 pixel sensor, a built-in electronic shutter adjustable to 1/2000 sec., and accepts C-Mount lenses.

The IK-1000ME’s compact design and maintenance free construction make it ideal for machine vision and industrial inspection applications. Customer demand for a camera that could reproduce color images in starlight conditions, underwater, and other low light conditions spurred the product’s development. The camera measures 2.28” (W) x 2.3” (H) x 5.24” (D).

Scientific Vision Systems is one of the largest distributors of medical, industrial, and security video equipment featuring industry-leading brands.

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Vicon Publishing to Offer Audio/Web Seminar on Environmental, Health and Safety Aspects of Nanotechnology

"Environmental, Health and Safety Aspects of Nanotechnology - Implications for the R&D in (Small) Companies" to be offered on September 7, 2006 at 1:00pm ET. Find out how to obtain nanotoxicology data on materials, implement appropriate safety measures during the R&D process and provide responsible risk management for their clients and customers.

Amherst, NH (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Vicon Publishing Inc., a leading B2B media company, today announced that it will be offering an audio/Web seminar on "Environmental, Health and Safety Aspects of Nanotechnology - Implications for the R&D in (Small) Companies" on September 7, 2006 at 1:00pm EDT. The featured speaker will be Dr. Steffi Friedrichs, a nanotechnology consultant at The Technology Partnership plc.

This audio/Web seminar will demonstrate how nanotechnology companies can obtain nanotoxicology data on their materials, implement appropriate safety measures during the R&D process and provide responsible risk management for their clients and customers.

The growing hype of nanotechnology has lead to an unprecedented research and development effort in both the public and private sectors. Very little is known, however, about the interaction of man-made nanostructured materials and living organisms, as studies of nanotoxicology are gaining increasing interest, but are still in their infancy.

An ISO committee on nanotechnology has just started looking into creating an appropriate nomenclature and a potential standardization of nanometer-sized materials, but a proper legislation of the environmental, health and safety aspects of nanotechnology will take years to be implemented. Seminar attendees will learn what steps they can take now to leverage future opportunities.

The audio/Web seminar will last approximately an hour and costs $179 per telephone/computer line. For details and registration information, visit www.viconpublishing.com/audio.asp or call Liz Stitt at (603) 672-9997, x-109.

About Vicon Publishing:
Vicon Publishing Inc. (www.viconpublishing.com) provides timely and relevant information to readers across select industries. The business-to-business media company produces a number of print and online publications, including Controlled Environments Magazine®, Forensic Magazine®, and Lab Manager MagazineTM. It also conducts the annual TurnKey Conference, which delivers useful information on technology and trends in facility construction, renovation and equipment.

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US Ring introduces revolutionary new product to the office product industry

US Ring, an 80 year old manufacturer of ring metals for the loose leaf binder industry introduces a revolutionary new product.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- US Ring, an 80 year old manufacturer of ring metals for the loose leaf binder industry, has introduced a revolutionary new product, “Insta-Clik”, to the office products market.

“This exciting new product is a result of our years of experience in the loose-leaf binder industry” said Brent Robischeau, Director of Marketing and Merchandising.

Insta-Clik’s new design features a mechanism which opens and closes with just one touch. The locking ring metal holds papers safely inside the binder. Insta Clik is a single triggered, easier opening product that is an excellent option for young children as it has an anti-pinch feature to it. Insta-Clik is also beneficial for customers with a physical disability who find that opening the traditional ring metal is difficult. This mechanism can also be used in an area where it is important for the customer to maintain a quiet atmosphere such as a library or classroom.

US Ring is a US based manufacturer with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. The company designs and engineers custom ring metals, dies and metal stamping. US Ring also owns additional high volume factories in China with US Ring direct oversight. With over 80 years of quality control engineering and long-term engineering managers with over 75 years of combined experience in the ring metal field, the company maintains high quality control. Sales and Marketing management are always available and easy to contact. Customers know that there are no 9-5 limits because US Ring is an entrepreneurial organization, ready to respond to customers’ requests.

For further information, please visit the company’s website at www.usring.com, or contact Brent Robischeau, Director of Marketing & Merchandising, at 314-645-7880, ext 2810.

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Canadian Company Launches Anti-Legionella Innovation.

After four years in research end development, Canadian water treatment manufacturing company ProCare Water Treatment rolls out the most affordable and reliable anti-Legionella solution dedicated for healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hotels and cruise ships.

Moncton, NB (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Hundreds of healthcare facilities and nursing homes in the United States and Europe have adopted copper silver ionisation as a long term and affordable water treatment solution to control and kill Legionella bacteria. This deadly waterborne bacteria, normally active in water temperature between 20C and 55C, can cause pneumonia known as Legionnaires’ disease and is a growing concern for healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hotels and cruise ships around the world.

Over the past years solving this bacterial and environmental problem without requiring total water pipe replacement or the use of chemicals has been the key to the success of ProCare Water Treatment Inc. This Canadian company is now launching the latest and unique version of its chemical free water treatment technology intended to eliminate on-going maintenance requirements.

Copper silver ionisation water treatment systems are composed of two primary components. The first is an electronic controller module that manages the ionisation process. The second component, linked to the primary controller module, is a chamber cell (or cells) that enclose copper and/or silver anodes which are used to introduce metallic ions into a potable water distribution system.

Historically, facilities using copper silver ionisation have required maintenance to keep the metallic anodes clean from scaling, also knows as calcium carbonate. To counter this environmental fact, ionisation manufacturers have required the owners to physically clean periodically the copper/silver anodes. To facilitate the cleaning process, distributors occasionally offer service contracts to take care of ongoing maintenance. In either case, hidden expenses associated to electrode maintenance can cost facilities from $5,000 to over $25,000 per year in addition to the initial standard technology start-up costs.

To solve these engineering and environmental issues, Legionella control expert and manufacturing company ProCare Water Treatment Inc., has launched its latest patented version of the AquaLyse® technology classified as “self cleaning”. The AquaLyse® SC industrial copper silver ionisation systems not only controls and kills the deadly Legionella bacteria normally found in potable hot water distribution networks, it also delivers a totally automated and environmentally friendly self cleaning solution that requires absolutely no on-going maintenance or costly cleaning service contracts.

According to Mr. Gauthier, CEO and chief microbiologist for the corporation, this Canadian water treatment technology is a first and unique in the world. The solution can easily be installed in any existing water distribution systems at an average cost of between $25,000 to $100,000 per facility depending on overall infrastructure size and requirements.

Gauthier adds that when the AquaLyse® SC models are compared to other direct or in-direct Legionella control alternatives such as; older types of ionisation systems, chlorine dioxide, expensive plumbing system replacement, corrosive hyper chlorination or scalding thermal eradication, that the AquaLyse® latest automated models are definitely the best, most affordable and reliable solution on the market today.

ProCare Water Treatment Inc. is the only industrial copper silver ionisation manufacturing company in Canada and the only one the world to offer this specific type of patented automated and self cleaning water treatment solution.

About ProCare Water Treatment Inc.
ProCare Water Treatment Inc. is based in Moncton, New Brunswick. It owns multiple patents on its Legionella control and prevention water treatment technology and has distribution partnerships in the United States, Italy, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France and the most recent additions Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

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Preparing for Pandemic Influenza -- Business Continuity Planning

There have been a variety of urgent appeals from leading public health groups and the U.S. government for communities and businesses to aggressively prepare for the possibility that an influenza pandemic could develop from the current H5N1 avian virus circulating in many parts of the world. Future Health Solutions has released a White Paper - Pandemic Influenza - Business Continuity Planning to assist companies in their planning efforts.

Glastonbury, CT (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- There has been a great deal of concern throughout the world about the spread of avian flu (“bird flu”) and the potential development of a human influenza pandemic. This concern has been universal throughout the leading public health groups, including the World Health Organization (WHO), U.S. Center for Disease Control (CDC), and many national governments throughout the world.

There have been a variety of urgent appeals from these groups and the U.S. government for communities and businesses to aggressively prepare for the possibility that an influenza pandemic could develop from the current H5N1 avian virus circulating in many parts of the world.

This virus has spread to over 50 countries in Asia, Europe and Africa (over 35 new countries since the start of the year), and has resulted in a mortality rate greater than 50% of the humans infected to date. Serious influenza pandemics of have impacted us throughout history, and this is not a new development.

If you have been following this topic in the news, you may have your own concerns about the risks of pandemic flu, as well as what can be done to help prepare your company.

No one can accurately predict when the next influenza pandemic will occur or how severe it will be. In order for businesses to minimize economic impact (or for some companies, potentially business survival), consideration should be given to the potential spectrum of pandemic scenarios as part of disaster preparedness and business continuity planning.

“In the event of a pandemic influenza, businesses will play a key role in protecting employee’s health and safety as well as limiting the negative impact to the economy and society. Planning for pandemic influenza is critical.”

"Any community that fails to prepare with the expectation that the federal government will come to the rescue will be sadly and tragically wrong"

Michael Leavitt, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The level of impact to different sectors of society may vary significantly by industry sector, as well as the severity and length of the outbreak.

* Projections from a variety of world and national financial groups, including the World Bank, U.S. Congressional Budget Office, and major investment firms predict an impact of 5% - 7% of the World Gross Domestic Product for a serious pandemic outbreak (including both supply and demand).

* A report by a leading Canadian investment firm, BMO Nesbitt Burns, warned of significant economic disruption impact and potentially a global depression from a severe outbreak.

* According to a recent report from the U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO), a severe flu pandemic would cause a major recession: an 80 percent drop in economic activity for the arts, entertainment, and dining sectors; a 25 percent decline in retail sales; and a major slowdown in travel.

Just as the severity and timing of the health impact is difficult to determine, the impact on business and the economy are also difficult to determine with any level of accuracy. However, what is clear, is that all sectors of the economy, including business, need to rapidly and aggressively prepare.

Business Continuity Planning - Executive Summary
An influenza pandemic is different from a physical disaster, which is the focus of most business continuity plans (BCPs). Most business continuity planning typically focuses on events that are caused by either natural disasters (e.g. hurricane, ice storm, tornado, earthquakes etc.), terrorist acts, accidents or other events that temporarily disrupt business.

Because of the differences between events that are the typical focus of business continuity planning, new or revised planning is often required to prepare for a pandemic outbreak.

A pandemic has unique characteristics when compared with a more typical disaster:

Widespread Impact:
The impact of a pandemic would be widespread, even global in extent, and not localized to a single area. Therefore there may be little outside assistance from national and local governments, as well as other company locations. Many business continuity plans (BCPs) assume some part of an organization is unaffected and can take up the required capacity. That is not likely to be possible in the event of a pandemic.

Not a Physical Disaster:
A pandemic is not a physical disaster. It has some unique characteristics that require measures to limit social contact such as restriction of movement, quarantine, and closure of public gatherings.

Duration:
A pandemic would not be a short, sharp event leading immediately to commencement of a recovery phase. An influenza pandemic can last for one to two years, over the different waves of the outbreak. Many BCPs assume the event is short/sharp and that recovery can start immediately. Business plans should assume that an influenza pandemic would last for at least 18 months.

Limited Notice:
Based on the last two pandemics, it is estimated that the next pandemic virus will be present in the local country within several weeks to a month after it emerges in another part of the world, but it may occur much sooner due to increases in the volume and speed of global air travel. Upon arrival, the virus will spread across the country with great speed. The first peak of illness in the local country is likely to occur within two to four months after the virus arrives.

When pandemic influenza appears in your local country, it will probably be some weeks before the full impact on the workforce will be felt, although there may be some early impacts resulting from closures of schools and similar public health containment measures.

Primary Effect is on Staffing Levels:
Unlike natural disasters, where any disruption to business service provision is likely to be hardware-related, disruption to business operations in the event of a pandemic is anticipated to be mainly human-resource oriented.

Businesses should plan for up to 30 - 60 percent staff absences for periods of about four to six weeks at the height of a severe pandemic wave, and lower levels of staff absence for a few weeks either side of the peak.

In addition, it has been observed that an influenza pandemic usually spreads in two or more waves, either in the same year or in successive influenza seasons. A second wave may occur within two to nine months of the initial outbreak wave and may cause more serious illnesses and deaths than the first. In any locality, the length of each wave of illness is likely to be eight to twelve weeks, depending on the virulence of the virus (higher virulence leads to a faster spread, and sharper, shorter peaks of infection).

Staff absences can be expected for many reasons including:

* Illness/incapacity of the employee (suspected/actual/post-infectious);
* Some employees may need to stay at home to care for ill family members;
* People may feel safer at home (e.g. to keep out of crowded places such as public transportation);
* Some people may be fulfilling other voluntary roles in the community;
* Others may need to stay at home to look after school-aged children (as schools are likely to be closed "snow days")
* Public transportation may be temporarily closed by government/public health directives.

Future Health Solutions has published a white paper – Preparing for Pandemic Influenza - Business Continuity Planning that provides some background on the science and history of pandemics, as well some of the issues that companies should consider as part of their business continuity planning.

The white paper is located at: http://www.futurehs.com/ThoughtLeadership.htm

About Future Health Solutions:
Future Health Solutions works with leading companies to assist in their preparation efforts related to pandemic influenza. Our advisory staff includes some leading experts in consulting, infectious disease and business continuity planning.

We also maintain a web site that includes frequent updates on the latest developments with avian flu from around the world. The site typically receives over 20,000 visitors a week from over 100 countries. The site is http://avianflu.futurehs.com/

If you have any questions about pandemic influenza, or would like to have a presentation to your senior staff about this topic, please call us at (860) 368-2435. Please keep us in mind if you require outside expertise and assistance for this complex and potentially urgent issue.

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Preggers n’ Proud Designs Special Maternity Tee For Charity

Socially conscious company, Preggers n’ Proud has designed a maternity tank top in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness.

(PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Every two minutes a woman in the United States is diagnosed with breast cancer. Preggers n’ Proud at http://www.preggersnproud.com out of Santa Barbara, CA is proud to be not only a successful fashion company, but a socially conscious and responsible one. This is why a special maternity pink maternity tank has been designed to create awareness.

Buyers of the Loving My Buddha Belly pink tank top can now feel extra confident in their purchase knowing that a portion of proceeds will be going to the Susan G. Komen foundation. This soft pink tank with fuchsia trim reminds pregnant women to embrace their blossoming belly, and will stand as a reminder going forward to empower each other to have regular mammograms, as well as perform self exams.

About Preggers n’ Proud:
Among a swarm of merchants and designers focused on baby, maternity and most recently daddy gifts, Preggers n’ Proud is by far the original. Over three years ago, designer Cara O’Callaghan and husband Michael founded their t-shirt company with a desire to share their exciting news of pregnancy with the world. What better way to do it than wear it out loud on your belly? Their snappy sayings and yummy cotton tees were a hit and to this day they outsell the competition.

In early 2006, Preggers n’ Proud decided to step things up a notch. They hired web design firm Curious Light and what came out of that partnership was a website that is easy to shop from, and most of all, nice to look at. The demand for Preggers n’ Proud has been so strong that they have rolled out several new designs in 2006 including maternity tees.

Celebrity moms and dads are going crazy over their designs, but at Preggers n’ Proud celebrity buzz just means an opportunity to do good. In the pop-culture celebrity phenomenon that is taking hold of designers everywhere, Preggers n’ Proud has put a unique twist on celebrity gift giving. Knowing that a celeb wearing your designs can put a garment company on the map, O’Callaghan is willing to indulge in the celebrity gifting game; however she vows that for each tee that is given away to a celebrity, 5 go to a pregnancy care facility in her local Santa Barbara, CA area called Life Network. Proving that Preggers n’ Proud is more than just a trendy t-shirt company, they are always thinking of ways to share the joy of pregnancy for women around the world.

Press Inquiries Please Contact:
32Flavors PR
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Sunnex Offers All-In-One LevelCaster for Industrial Manufacturing Machinery, Production Equipment

Sunnex (www.sunnexonline.com), a leading manufacturer and distributor of leveling feet and casters, offers its all-in-one leveler and caster solution, the LevelCaster™, for use with machinery and equipment in industrial, manufacturing, assembly, packaging, and semiconductor applications.

Natick, MA (PRWEB) July 24, 2006 -- Sunnex, a leading manufacturer of leveling feet and casters, offers its all-in-one leveler and caster solution, the LevelCaster™, for use with machinery and equipment in industrial, manufacturing, assembly, packaging, and semiconductor applications.

Sunnex’s innovative all-in-one level caster offers the flexibility of a caster while providing the full capability of leveling feet. Comprised of precision components and ball bearings, the LevelCaster allows for equipment to be adjusted and repositioned while in place. Its large, nylon wheels measure 2.83” diameter and are well suited for equipment that is moved often and requires precision leveling.

The LevelCaster is constructed of durable formed steel, making it lightweight and extremely strong, with the ability to handle load capacities from 25 lbs. to 800 lbs. A hand-leveling adjustment option provides the ability to rotate 360o, offering unparalleled freedom of motion. The LevelCaster is available in dual mounting designs.

The Sunnex LevelCaster is immediately available. For more information, contact Charles Nashef at Sunnex – by telephone: 800-445-7869 or on the Web: http://www.sunnexonline.com.

About Sunnex
Sunnex is a global manufacturer of precision leveling feet, leveling mounts, anti vibration mounts, and noise control and isolation mounts and pads for manufacturing equipment and production machinery. Sunnex products are manufactured using quality materials such as stainless steel, high-grade nylon polymer, and nitrile rubber. Headquartered in Natick, Mass., Sunnex is an ISO 9001 registered company with sales and service representatives located worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.sunnexonline.com/mounts or call 1-508-651-0009, or toll-free 1-800-445-7869.

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Modular Belt Conveyor with Built-in Roller Accumulation Zone

SmartMove Conveyor of Fall River, MA now offers mini-roller accumulation zones integrated with their patented drive modular belt conveyor. The integrated design provides safer loading and unloading points at the ends of their continuous running belt conveyors. Built-in rollers are inherently level and aligned to the conveyor belting to create smooth seamless transfers.

Fall River, MA (PRWEB) July 23, 2006 -- SmartMove Conveyor of Fall River, MA now offers mini-roller accumulation zones integrated with their patented drive modular belt conveyor. The integrated design provides safer loading and unloading points at the ends of their continuous running belt conveyors. Built-in rollers are inherently level and aligned to the conveyor belting to create smooth seamless transfers.

Roller zones at the beginning or end of the conveyor line can aide operators by providing non-moving surfaces to safely handle items. Additional roller zones between powered belt sections can enhance assembly and packaging lines by providing product buffering with low pressure accumulation.

The combined roller and belt systems are suitable for applications that include assembly, packaging, inspection, sorting and testing. SmartMove mini-roller zones are offered in 6”, 12”, 15”, and 24” widths. Standard lengths of 24”can be fully integrated at the beginning or end of all SmartMove Modular conveyors.

Priced according to belt width and overall length. Units are shipped fully assembled. Literature and pricing are available upon request or by visiting our website at www.4smartmove.com. For immediate assistance, contact us directly at (800) 581-2876.

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Kent Group Inc. Completes Another Food Industry Merger & Acquisition Transaction

The Morrison Milling Company (Denton, TX) has been acquired by C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc., America's oldest family-owned flour mill.

Denton, TX (PRWEB) July 22, 2006 -- Kent Group Inc. announces the successful acquisition of The Morrison Milling Company (Denton, TX) by C.H. Guenther & Son Inc., America’s oldest family-owned flour mill based in San Antonio, TX. Morrison Milling is a family and employee-owned flour milling and frozen food company famous for its Corn Kits, frozen sausage and biscuits and more than 300 additional flour- and corn-based dry mix and frozen products.

Both milling companies are among the oldest in the nation. A group of farmers founded the Alliance Milling Company in 1886 as a cooperative flour mill in Denton, TX. The Morrison family purchased Alliance Milling in 1936 and renamed it The Morrison Milling Company. C.H. Guenther, founded in 1851 by German immigrant Carl Hilmar Guenther, runs manufacturing facilities in San Antonio and Duncanville, TX, Knoxville, TN and Prosperity, SC. Guenther additionally co-owns three manufacturing facilities in Europe, including two in the United Kingdom and one in Belgium.

C.H. Guenther officials plan to carry on the Morrison name and brand identity wherever appropriate. Morrison CEO, Harry Crumpacker, is confident combining with C.H. Guenther will only strengthen the company and expand its ability to grow the Morrison brand. Dale Tremblay, CEO of Guenther, stated, “This is a great fit for us. Morrison Milling has a long and wonderful history of producing quality products. Like C.H. Guenther & Son, Morrison not only produces its own branded products, but also makes customized and private-label products for food retailers and foodservice operators alike.”

Kent Group Inc. (www.kentgroupinc.com) manages agribusiness and food industry mergers, acquisitions and divestitures throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. The scope of over 175 past assignments has ranged from the divestiture of a product line to managing the sale of large corporation subsidiaries with numerous deals in between, including the sale of many privately owned businesses. These transaction values ranged from a few million dollars to over $100 million. Kent Group Inc. managed and negotiated the transaction and acted as financial adviser to The Morrison Milling Company.

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StacoSwitch Supports Troops and Joins Fight Against Terror in Iraq

StacoSwitch, a Southern California Switch Manufacturer, is supplying their SERIES 30 rugged sealed switches to manufacturing companies providing American Armed Forces with classified equipment successfully used to prevent deadly attacks from improvised explosive devices (IEDs). These devices using StacoSwitch SERIES 30 switches have been credited with saving American lives.

Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) July 22, 2006 -- StacoSwitch, a Southern California Switch Manufacturer, is supplying their SERIES 30 rugged sealed switches to manufacturing companies providing American Armed Forces with classified equipment successfully used to prevent deadly attacks from improvised explosive devices (IEDs). These devices using StacoSwitch SERIES 30 switches have been credited with saving American lives.

Thousands of U.S. soldiers have been killed or badly injured by IEDs in Iraq. The Iraq Coalition Casualty Count has reported that 35 of the 61 U.S. troops killed in action in June 2006 died from IEDs. IEDs have killed more than 903 soldiers in Iraq and injured hundreds more. Before detecting technology, IEDs were almost impossible to detect. They can easily be camouflaged, hidden, or buried and can be triggered using remote controls or by command wire.

According to a March 2006 Newsweek article, “The Pentagon and Central Command do not like to get into specifics, for fear of tipping off the insurgents, but officials claim that the military is disarming an ever-greater number of IEDs before they can kill Americans.” The classified device that is currently saving lives in Iraq will defeat IEDs before the device kills or maims.

Kevin Judd, VP of Marketing at StacoSwitch says, “We are proud to provide equipment that directly protects our troops from fatal IED attacks.” “As IEDs become more sophisticated and harder to detect, we hope StacoSwitch and its partners will continue to be invaluable to saving lives in Iraq.” says Judd.

About StacoSwitch:
Based in Southern California, StacoSwitch has been a leading provider of Lighted Pushbutton Display Switches and Indicators, Rugged Keyboards and Keypads, Lighting and Switching Electronic Controllers, LED Products, Digital Pulse Dimmers and Tactile Feedback Touchscreen Solutions worldwide for over 40 years. StacoSwitch serves a wide variety of highly reliable switch markets from the extreme demands of U.S. military and law enforcement to extended repetitive wear conditions in commercial markets, from caustic hazardous waste environments to crucial medical instrumentation fields. StacoSwitch continues to be a leader with field proven experience in these demanding, rapidly growing global markets.

Contact: Michelle McCann
Marketing Specialist
(714) 549-3041 x270

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www.bioplastics24.com is Launched

The new internet site www.bioplastics24.com provides up-to-date information and news about bioplastics and offers a professional platform where products and services within the growing bioplastics sphere can be presented.

Berlin (PRWEB) July 22, 2006 -- The new internet site bioplastics24.com provides information on current news and developments in the area of bioplastics. The authors of the site have gathered extensive and up-to-date information relating to bioplastics. Interested consumers can marvel at the numerous applications of bioplastics, such as packaging and catering products, flower pots and gardening materials, garbage bags, sanitary and medical products.

Bioplastics24.com offers a professional platform to present the companies, products and services within this innovative growth market. Therefore, bioplastics24.com also provides a directory of manufacturers and traders, sorted by area of application and types of plastics. Together with the list of relevant organisations and institutions, there now are over 100 entries registered on the site.

“With the current increase in the price of oil, alternatives are becoming more and more economically relevant in the plastics industry,” says Stefan Krämer, one of the authors of the internet site, which primarily addresses companies that are active within the expanding bioplastics sphere.

Bioplastics are synthetic materials that are produced mainly from renewable primary products. Most bioplastics are biodegradable and can be disposed as organic waste. This fact is also one of the main reasons that bioplastics are economically advantageous: the use of bioplastics avoids high disposal costs, which is especially of interest to manufacturers and consumers of perishable packaging and in the catering and hospitality industry. Bioplastics are versatile and can be used in many different applications.

Press contact:
Stefan Krämer, bioplastics24.com
Telephone: +49 176 22090240

You can also find further information on our homepage:
http://www.bioplastics24.com. See for yourself!

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July 21, 2006

Floor Tile Manufacturer http://www.swisstrax.com[Swisstrax] Announces New Sponsorship and Clientele Additions

New partnering with several well known companies is keeping http://www.swisstrax.com[Swisstrax a top modular flooring provider. Now partnering with Hendricks Motorsports, owner of several well known racing teams, in providing flooring for on-site use at racing events. XV Motorsports, as seen on television’s Dream Car Garage, is also in process of bringing in several thousand square feet of the Swisstrax Ribtrax style tiling for display of their luxury auto accessories. In addition BMW of North America is working with Swisstrax on a plan to outfit their dealerships with the flooring to showcase their cars.

Palm Desert, CA (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Swisstrax Inc., supplier of advanced interlocking floor tiles and garage floor products continues its growth and is proud to have provided their top quality product to the following clientele.

They have recently worked with Hendricks Motorsports, owner of several well known racing teams, in providing flooring for on-site use at racing events. XV Motorsports, as seen on television’s Dream Car Garage, is also in process of bringing in several thousand square feet of the Ribtrax style tiling for display of their luxury auto accessories. In addition, according to Swisstrax LLC President and Owner Randy Nelson, BMW of North America is working with Swisstrax on a plan to outfit their dealerships with the flooring to showcase their cars. Other dealerships are currently working with Swisstrax LLC, and local distributor Owner Mike Astle of Empire Swisstrax. The two business partners, who share an office, showroom and warehouse in Palm Desert, are coordinating efforts to provide Volkswagen and Mini Cooper dealers with similar display pads for presentation of their autos.

Swisstrax has been servicing both residential and commercial users for garage floors, patios, aircraft hangars, show booth floors and showrooms for 15 years in Europe and now 2 years in the United States. Recently, this modular and garage flooring has been seen at several trade and industry shows, including boat shows; client Paradise Marine displays their boats and yachts on show floors up to 2500 square feet. XV Motorsports is also using the product for presentation of their auto accessories at shows.

Upcoming shows where Swisstrax will be displaying include SEMA (Specialty Event Marketing Association) in Las Vegas 10/31/06-11/03/06 and PRI (Performance Racing Industry) in Orlando, Florida Dec. 14-16, 2006.

New products Swisstrax is bringing to the market in the next few months include Teaktrax, a wood interlocking tile best for patio and deck applications and Floortrax, a tile similar to the Diamondtrax tile already in production, but with a smooth "epoxy-looking" profile, which is good for garage floor and indoor applications.

Remember – Swisstrax, Inc., for the next generation of floor covering. Swisstrax interlocking floor tiles are the ultimate solution for cracked, chipped or stained concrete floors. Great for garage floors, patio floors, convention flooring, pool areas, or anywhere you need an attractive alternative to concrete floors.

Swisstrax, Inc.
77-770 Country Club Drive, Unit C
Palm Desert, CA 92211

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Paessler Network Monitoring Bundle Eases Bandwidth Tracking for Redland Brick

Manufacturing comany uses streamlined solution for monitoring; Switches from expensive, complex system for better results.

Portland, Ore (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Paessler today announced that Redland Brick is using Paessler IP Check and Paessler PRTG to implement a robust bandwidth-tracking function without the expense and complexity of a larger solution.

Redland, a Maryland based brick maker, used CA's Unicenter for several years to meet some of its needs in IT, but ultimately found that the network-management application Unicenter provided was too complex and specialized for its day-to-day network management needs. Unicenter is a comprehensive enterprise solution that required a significant financial commitment from Redland.

"We spent two days working with CA’s professional services implementing the solution and then three days training on it," said Mr. Neil Shanholtzer, Redland's IT manager. "Then we had to go to class to learn how to use it -- all at costs above the expense of the software. If we were General Motors, that might make sense, but it didn’t for us."

Mr. Shanholtzer added that as it was purchased, the Unicenter network-management application didn’t offer Redland the one element of functionality it needed most: bandwidth monitoring. In order to achieve that, an additional Unicenter module would have been required.

Redland's IT department operates the network infrastructure -- including security, safety and performance -- for Redland Brick and its parent company, The Belden Brick Company. The department has 11 servers, which are housed at Redland and include an ERP solution running SQL. Redland also keeps its anti-virus and other mission-critical software in house.

Mr. Shanholtzer also added that the department was "constantly looking to automate" the monitoring of its various servers. The department's staff generally works from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and wanted the convenience of being notified at home or by pager on weekends for network-related issues.

Mr. Shanholtzer and his colleagues selected Paessler's Monitoring Bundle consisting of IPCheck Server Monitor for the availability monitoring and PRTG Traffic Grapher for bandwidth monitoring after their analysis of several shareware and freeware enterprise network-monitoring applications.

The team followed a "few easy steps" to set up IPCheck and PRTG as their new network-monitoring solution. It was also easy, Mr. Shanholtzer said, to add the SNMP community string and hand-pick the service that he wanted to monitor.

"I’m a 40-something IT guy, and I don’t care to read the manual," Mr. Shanholtzer said. "The software was very easy to setup, but before buying IPCheck and PRTG, I had some questions. I emailed Paessler support and got prompt responses. That experience sold me on the product."

The Redland IT department can now use IPCheck and PRTG to efficiently monitor its network, servers and various applications, as well as receive timely alerts when there are problems within Redland's network infrastructure.

Mr. Shanholtzer and his colleagues are in the process of upgrading their ERP package and used both monitoring products to strategically plan the changeover. Specifically, Redland's IT department used IPCheck to analyze the company's CPU and memory usage as well as the number of users on its network. The team also set up sensors with IPCheck and ran reports to help them plan for network upgrades. The reports were then passed on to their ERP vendor who used them to easily and quickly size the proper servers for their upgrade.

"I don’t write code," Mr. Shanholtzer said. "IPCheck gives me 99.9 percent of what I want, and I don’t have the need for a customized solution."

Redland now uses IPCheck to gain insight into bandwidth usage, which allows them to evaluate trends and help the company's brick-manufacturing operation run efficiently.

"The longer I do this, the more I prefer dealing with smaller companies versus buying from a big corporation," Shanholtzer said. "Just because they are big doesn’t mean they make the best product."

Redland Brick operates four U.S.-based plants and incorporates more than 130 years of experience and the latest brick-making technologies. The Williamsport, Md.-based company creates high-quality bricks in every price range and in a range of colors, textures and shapes to meet virtually any building need. Redland Brick is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Belden Brick Company.

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Fuerth, Germany, Paessler AG builds cost-effective German-engineered software that is both powerful and easy to use. Its products cover network monitoring as well as testing and are used by more than 100,000 network administrators, web site operators, Internet service providers and other IT professionals worldwide. Freeware and free trial versions of all products can be downloaded from http://www.paessler.com.

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Join a Sage Software User Community

Newsgroup for Technical and End Users now open for SalesLogix, Sage CRM & ACT! Share ideas and maximize the use of your Sage technology.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- BrainSell has opened a newsgroup for the Sage software user community. The newsgroup covers users of SalesLogix, Sage CRM and ACT!.

Each forum is designed to be a common location where the user community can share ideas, ask for help or provide help to others, and a place where they can learn and enhance their skills. They must be a member to participate. Signing up is easy. They may subscribe to the news group by going to www.brainsell.net.

By joining the newsgroup, they'll join a community of users who, like them, want to share ideas and maximize the use of their technology.

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New Home Building Stays Strong at United-Bilt Homes

All the Resources in one place helps keep this new home builder strong in the new construction home building Industry. United-Bilt Homes has been a leader in home building in Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri and Oklahoma, for almost 50 years. Owning their own lumberyard and in-house services sets them apart from the average residential homebuilders and allows them to pass their savings onto the consumer

Arkansas (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Construction industry experts say residential construction costs have been at a record level for the past 7 years. Long established builders, though, have an edge in the market place.

According to Allisha Watkins, Marketing and Advertising Coordinator for United-Bilt Homes, "We have seen material costs rise each year. At United-Bilt Homes, we are able to keep those costs in check through our vertical integration and ability to buy materials in bulk directly from supplier warehouses."

Owning their own lumberyard and in-house services sets them apart from the average residential homebuilders and allows them to pass their savings onto the consumer.

United Bilt Homes has been a leader in the home building industry since 1958, specializing in on-your-land construction of new homes. They own and operate their own lumberyard, which supplies building projects, including engineered trusses custom designed for every home. Additionally, they are known for being able to offer all the services needed to build a new home from the ground up. These services include design, financing, construction and even insurance.

"Costs for building material have increased much faster than overall inflation in recent years," said Michael Carliner, economist with The National Association of Home Builders. "The devastation of the 2005 hurricanes created new pressures on materials, putting residential construction costs at record levels."

Likewise, industry experts agree consumers who are looking to build a new home have an advantage when they work with builders that have their own in-house resources. Watkins summed it up, "We are glad to be a part of the solution that allows consumers to build their dream home, despite rising costs. Our motto at United-Bilt Homes is that we are 'more than a builder.' We prove this to our customers on each new home we build as we use our buying power and vertical integration to pass along savings to our customers," For more information, contact United-Bilt Homes (800) 585-5759 or visit www.ubh.com.

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Coming To A Computer Near You Soon ... Reel Logix, Inc. Announces New Versions Of The Calendar Planner

Reel Logix created a buzz 4 years go when it designed new calendar technology that has been used for managing films like “Spiderman II” and television shows like “24.” Responding to increasing demands for the product outside of Entertainment, Reel Logix released The Calendar Planner for personal and general business use in 2005. Reel Logix has now applied the same focus they have on Entertainment to these new markets and have announced two new releases in Q3, 2006 that were developed by working closely with customers in these sectors.

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Building on their success in the Film and Television industries, Reel Logix, Inc. brings its unique brand of calendar software to new markets with two new releases of The Calendar Planner.

Reel Logix made a name for itself 4 years ago when it designed new calendar technology that has been used for managing films like “Spiderman II” and television shows like “24.” Word spread quickly about this new program and responding to increasing demands for the product outside of Entertainment, Reel Logix released The Calendar Planner for personal and general business use in 2005.

Since The Calendar Planner’s release, Reel Logix has built a diverse client list in verticals such as Education, Government, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services and Home Consumer. Some notables include Disney, Sony Playstation, America Online, Rubbermaid, Florida State University and Notre Dame, among others. Individuals, small businesses and professional services including Law Firms, Medical Offices and Retail Shops, round out the company's client list.

Randy McGowan, CEO attributes the software’s broad appeal to the product’s origins in Film and Television. “The entertainment market was challenging because they needed a powerful and reliable solution that could handle managing hundred million dollar films yet be easy to use and flexible enough to manage simple office calendars. It also had to be deployable in environments with almost no IT support. We designed from the ground up to meet these needs.”

Reel Logix has now applied the same focus they have on Entertainment to these new markets and have announced two new releases in Q3, 2006 that were developed by working closely with customers in these sectors.

"These two releases are the culmination of over a year of working closely with many of our customers, from individuals to users in Fortune 100 companies" said Marcia Robinson, VP Client Relations. "People have really taken to the unique visual approach The Calendar Planner uses to create schedules and we have had allot of great ideas from our customers for these two releases. Features include integration with products they currently use such as Outlook and Palm. Others, such as the new visual approach to event and resource scheduling are exciting and innovative and will keep The Calendar Planner ahead of the market in terms of letting people work the way they want.”

New capabilities such as the ability to share calendars very easily over a network with no server as well as enhanced reporting, new views and an improved web calendar are all slated for these new releases.

The current version of The Calendar Planner Standard Edition is priced at $99 from Reel Logix's online store at www.thecalendarplanner.com. Reel Logix, Inc plans to continue the practice of giving free updates to customers who opt in before the new, higher priced, versions hit the market.

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Iteration2 Continues Expansion Plan through New Strategic Partnership with Watermark in Europe, Middle East, and Africa

Leading international Microsoft solution provider joins forces with Iteration2 to extend Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics™ AX services in EMEA.

Veenendaal, The Netherlands (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), the fastest growing Microsoft Dynamics Gold Certified Partner, 2005 and 2006 US Microsoft Business Solutions Partner of the Year, will join forces with Watermark, an international solution provider to provide clients with extended implementation and support services in countries around the world. Watermark an international Microsoft Gold Certified solution partner and 2004 EMEA Microsoft Partner of the Year specializes in the implementation of solutions built on Microsoft Dynamics™ products with a major focus on ERP software solutions, Dynamics CRM, supply chain management, and business intelligence.

Watermark, headquartered in Veenendaal, The Netherlands, provides services in Industrial Equipment and Manufacturing, Construction & Contractor Engineering, Wholesale and Distribution, Professional Services Industries and Application Consolidation (www.watermark.eu). They have twenty-one offices in nine European countries and customers with revenues ranging from € 20M to € 750M and are perfectly positioned to deliver the Field Services for Dynamics AX solution to their customers.

“We believe that Microsoft’s industry strategy is the best way to provide medium sized companies affordable and effective industry specific solutions” says Kees van Musscher, Chief Commercial Officer of Watermark. Under this newly formed Strategic Partnership with Iteration2 Watermark will implement and support their Industry Builder solution, Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX into Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

Mike Gillis, President, Iteration2 explains, “The decision to partner with Watermark is a significant testament to the increased demand of our Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics™ AX solution. Our combined commitment to Microsoft Dynamics™ products and concentration of similar vertical industries will provide an infinite range of possibilities for our partnership. As a fellow Microsoft Industry Builder Initiative (IBI) partner Watermark has deep industry experience with over 1200 ERP projects to date. Our partnership will offer local and global customers solid solutions based on industry experience and proven implementation methodology.”

About Iteration2
Iteration2 provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience at an attractive price. Combined with Microsoft’s integrated technology stack and unsurpassed financial strength, this provides a growth platform for today and tomorrow. Iteration2 is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, a leading provider of Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Axapta), the 2005 US MBS Partner of the Year, and recently announced 2006 US MBS Partner of the Year.

Iteration2’s vertical industry expertise, enterprise software industry domain experience, and exceptional technical skills with Microsoft technologies provide its clients with clear strategic business advantage. Iteration2 is based in Irvine, CA and has sales offices in strategic locations throughout the United States and partners worldwide. Please visit the company’s website at www.iteration2.com.

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

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Spellman High Voltage Achieves ISO 14001:2004 Certification

Achievement marks Spellman’s ongoing commitment to environmental compliance.

Hauppauge, NY (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corporation is proud to announce two of their New York locations, Hauppauge and Bohemia, have attained ISO 14001:2004 Environment Management System certification, alongside Spellman’s UK operation in Pulborough, Sussex. This achievement affirms Spellman’s endeavors to achieve consistent, continuous enhancement in environmental performance.

The internationally recognized ISO 14001:2004 standard provides specifications for the implementation of an environmental management system (EMS) to control and/or minimize the environmental impact of an organization’s activities, products and services, as well as to monitor, manage and continuously improve an organization’s environmental performance.

Spellman High Voltage has successfully fulfilled all standard ISO EMS requirements, having established and demonstrated proof of exceptional, functioning environmental control processes. After a thorough assessment by Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL), an accredited Registrar that evaluates companies on a wide range of international management standards, Spellman High Voltage was officially granted ISO 14001:2004 certification.

“This certification exemplifies Spellman’s corporate commitment to maintaining high environmental standards,” explains Eric Marko; Vice President of Sales, “in every aspect of our operations, from staff training, internal audits, testing/inspection, and delivery to management responsibility. This milestone marks an important step forward in preserving and protecting the environment, as well as helping our valued customers to maintain their own stringent environmental standards and compliancy.”

Spellman’s Valhalla and Mexico locations are expected to achieve certification in 2007.

For information on ISO 9000 & 14000 families of quality and environmental management standards, please visit them on the web at http://www.iso.org/iso/en/iso9000-14000/index.html. Technical literature and additional information on all Spellman products is available by calling Spellman High Voltage at (631) 630-3000, or by visiting our website: www.spellmanhv.com.

Spellman High Voltage Electronics is the world’s leading independent manufacturer of high voltage DC power supplies, Monoblock® X-ray generators and power systems for medical and industrial applications, semiconductor manufacturing, scientific instrumentation, telecommunications, X-ray and automatic test equipment. We specialize in providing custom designs to suit unique requirements. Spellman is headquartered in the U.S. and has facilities in the U.K., Japan, China, and Mexico that provide design, manufacturing, and service to our customers throughout the world.

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Tim Dykstra Named Royal Mouldings' Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Distribution

Tim Dykstra has been promoted to Royal Mouldings Limited’s Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Distribution. Dykstra, who joined the company in 2001, came to Royal as the sales manager of its specialty décor product segment and also has served as retail sales manager. He was previously the owner of retail and distribution businesses in South Dakota.

Marion, VA (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Tim Dykstra has been promoted to Royal Mouldings Limited’s Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Distribution. Dykstra, who joined the company in 2001, came to Royal as the sales manager of its specialty décor product segment and also has served as retail sales manager. He was previously the owner of retail and distribution businesses in South Dakota.

Royal Mouldings Limited, the largest manufacturer and marketer of decorative polymer and cellular vinyl moulding extrusion components and systems in North America, is a member of Royal Group Technologies.

Dykstra is responsible for Royal Mouldings’ product promotion, pro dealer and retail sales and placement across all product categories, systems and lines, which includes window systems, door systems, shutter systems and trim boards.

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Deacom Addresses Process Manufacturing Challenges in Better Process Podcast

Host Ken Rayment of Better Process Podcast, a process manufacturing news show that reports on topics ranging from United States manufacturing to manufacturing technology, recently interviewed Jay Deakins, President, and Susan Shaw, Marketing Coordinator, of ERP-producer Deacom, Inc. to discuss the major challenges facing small and mid-size process manufacturers.

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Host Ken Rayment of Better Process Podcast, a process manufacturing news show that reports on topics ranging from United States manufacturing to manufacturing technology, recently interviewed Jay Deakins, President, and Susan Shaw, Marketing Coordinator, of ERP-producer Deacom, Inc. to discuss the major challenges facing small and mid-size process manufacturers.

According to Deakins, today's top manufacturing issues include the efficient coordination of activities, such as pricing changes, and the growing need for process manufacturers to provide exceptional customer value. He explains that manufacturers can control these challenges by streamlining and simplifying their operations through the use of comprehensive tools and procedures.

Completely integrated business software systems, for example, are utilized “so all the information is available in a single spot,” says Deakins. “It really helps them to organize, plan for change, and to be much faster to the market for new products, new technologies, as well as just normal price increases.”

To listen to the full Better Process Podcast interview with Deacom, visit www.podcasternews.com.

To learn more about the DEACOM integrated accounting & ERP software system, or to schedule a free web demonstration, call 610-971-2278 ext. 15 or visit www.deacom.net.

About Deacom, Inc.

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

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New Induction Heating System for Automated Industrial Brazing

Induction Atmospheres has developed an efficient new induction heating system designed for automated industrial brazing and soldering. With a compact 5'x6' footprint, the Model AB-1 is designed for open-air brazing in a lean manufacturing environment.

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) July 21, 2006 -- Induction Atmospheres has developed an efficient new induction heating system designed for automated industrial brazing and soldering. With a compact 5'x6' footprint, the Model AB-1 is designed for open-air brazing in a lean manufacturing environment.

The AB-1 is equipped with energy-efficient induction heating power supplies and a four- or six-position indexing table for easy loading and unloading. The system can be configured with up to three brazing stations (depending on process requirements) as well as robotic part loading and unloading. Brazing cycle times are typically less than 20 seconds per part, as fast as three seconds per part or 4800 parts per hour. Front panel start/stop push buttons place the system in a PLC-controlled auto run mode with full manual control available for process development. The unit is completely self-contained with a built-in water-to-air heat exchanger.

“This new brazing system will truly facilitate continuous flow manufacturing,” said IA President Steve Skewes. “With the AB-1, our customers can move their brazing process away from a centralized work area, directly into the manufacturing cell.”

Founded in 2002, Induction Atmospheres is an independently-owned system integrator with extensive laboratory facilities, engineering expertise, full in-house machining and manufacturing capabilities. Clients such as General Electric, NASA, General Motors, Boston Scientific, Lufthansa Technik and Siemens have purchased IA turnkey heating systems for industrial brazing, welding, hardening and general-purpose induction heating applications. The company is headquartered in Rochester NY. For more information, please call 585.368.2120 or visit the IA website at www.inductionatmospheres.com.

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DDL West Answers Pressing Compliance Questions as New ISO 11607-01 Standard is Published

Medical device package testing laboratory, DDL West, is helping manufacturers and packaging professionals understand revised requirements for their packaging under the new ISO 11607-01.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 –- http://www.testedandproven.com/ddl-west.html - DDL West, a medical device package, product and material testing services laboratory, is helping medical device manufacturers and package engineers understand the implications of the recently revised ISO 11607-01 industry standard.

The new ISO 11607-01 standard, which is the foremost guidance document for validating packaging for terminally sterilized medical devices, has only just been published. Changes to this standard will impact compliance requirements for validating medical device packaging.

"DDL West has found that there is little awareness in California about the true implications of the revised ISO 11607 standard," said Michael Foster, DDL West Package Engineer. "This is why DDL West is hosting a series of Webinars on the topic and is making an effort to clearly communicate with customers the exact requirements that their packaging will be expected to meet."

Following the first two Webinars in the ISO 11607 Revisions series, DDL received many questions from participants concerned with preparing their medical device packaging for testing under the new ISO 11607-01 standard.

The most pressing questions asked included:
- Is it necessary to re-do previous validations to comply with the new standard?
- Is it compulsory to perform distribution simulation?
- What are the benefits of separating stability from performance testing?

"Hosting the ISO 11607 Revisions Webinars has really opened our eyes to how little information there is out there about changing industry requirements," said Foster. "This is why we decided to make our customers’ most pressing questions (along with the answers) available on the DDL website."

Visit http://www.testedandproven.com/landing/11607_faq.html to view the DDL West ISO 11607-01 FAQ and to listen to a podcast on the ISO 11607 revisions.

You can also register for an ISO 11607 Revisions Webinar at http://www.testedandproven.com/webinars.html

About DDL West
DDL West offers expert package testing, product testing and material testing services including shock testing, vibration testing, tensile testing, leak testing and validation. DDL West package testing clients find value through its growing suite of PackServices: PackAdvice, a zero-cost package testing consulting service, and PackReview, a DDL approved certification to demonstrate compliance with ISO 11607 (clause 6).

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Fluorine Pioneer Halocarbon Products Corporation Promotes Ronald Epstein to Sales Director

Halocarbon Products Corporation, one of the world’s leading producers of specialty fluorochemicals, has promoted Ronald Epstein to Sales Director. In his new role, Mr. Epstein is responsible for global sales and marketing of the company’s three product lines – fluorochemicals, oils/greases/waxes and inhalation anesthetics. This includes expanding Halocarbon’s customer base in China, Japan and India. The move reaffirms the company's commitment to the global marketplace.

River Edge, NJ (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Halocarbon Products Corporation (www.halocarbon.com), one of the world’s leading producers of specialty fluorochemicals, has promoted Ronald Epstein to Sales Director.

In his new role, Mr. Epstein is responsible for global sales and marketing of the company’s three product lines – fluorochemicals, oils/greases/waxes and inhalation anesthetics. This includes expanding Halocarbon’s customer base in China, Japan and India.

"Promoting Ron to Sales Director was a natural progression for our organization and an exciting statement about where our company is going," said Peter Murin, Halocarbon’s Chief Executive Officer. "Ron will be responsible for overseeing the development and execution of the corporate marketing strategy, with a focus on continued growth in key global marketplaces."

Mr. Epstein has been with Halocarbon for 10 years, holding positions of increasing responsibility in sales and marketing. Before that, he worked in the plastics and chemicals industries for over thirty years.

"Halocarbon is a company with a lot of forward momentum, and I’m excited to be a part of it," said Mr. Epstein. "I have a terrific group of people working with me who are all committed to success – both for our customers and ourselves."

About Halocarbon
With headquarters in River Edge, New Jersey, and a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in North Augusta, South Carolina, USA, Halocarbon is one of the world’s leading producers of specialty fluorochemicals. Halocarbon products include inert lubricants, aliphatic fluorochemicals for pharmaceutical and agricultural chemical manufacturing, inhalation anesthetics and other specialty products. For more information, please contact the company at +1.201.262.8899 or at www.halocarbon.com.

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Attention Bosses: Is Your Attitude Preventing Your Organization From Becoming A High Performance Organization?

Hope For A Healthy Workplace: Introducing Philanthropian Leadership (ISBN 1598861107) is a book that focuses on eliminating negative and toxic behavior in the workplace. Author, Dr. Lisa M. S. Barrow examines how emotional abuse and workplace bullying affect the leader/employee relationship. She introduces a new leadership model, that will help organizations, leaders, and employees to create healthier and more productive workplaces.

Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Many leaders in organizations fail to realize that their attitudes and behaviors are having a negative influence on the organization and the employees. Hope for A Healthy Workplace: Introducing Philanthropian Leadership (ISBN 1598861107) written by Dr. Lisa M. S. Barrow was recently released by Tate Publishing.

Dr. Barrow gives the reader an inside look at how negative workplace interactions can increase stress and other health-related problems. When employees do not feel valued at work, the absenteeism and turnover rates increase, employee creativity is stifled and employee morale suffers. Dr. Barrow's book addresses these issues and seeks to bring hope to workplaces that are struggling to become high performance organizations.

Hope For A Healthy Workplace is based on research conducted by Dr. Barrow and includes real life experiences of Dr. Barrow and other employees. Dr. Barrow addresses the issues of emotional abuse in the workplace and workplace bullying. The book contains recommendations for organizations, leaders and employees. Dr. Barrow has included a few chapters that represent the voices of real employees. Throughout those chapters, the employees discuss their views on how they want to be seen and treated in the workplace.

Dr. Barrow also, introduces the readers to a new leadership approach she created as a result of her research. Philanthropian leadership seeks to bring a sense of humanness into the workplace by incorporating five elements; love which is defined as valuing others, compassion, caring, altruism, and perceptive listening.

Dr. Barrow seeks to shed light on a phenomenon that is occurring in workplaces. Dr. Barrow commented, " In today's highly competitive world, organizations need to create work environments that uphold the value of employees. Too many employees have been poisoned by the negative attitudes and behaviors of leaders in organizations. Unfortunately, some employees have either thought about ending their lives or have successfully ended their lives because they could no longer endure the negative attitudes and behaviors of their bosses. This is an outrage! Emotional abuse in the workplace is literally killing employees."

Dr. Barrow is the founder of the Center For Philanthropian Leadership. She holds a doctorate in management from the University of Phoenix. Dr. Barrow has 20 years of managerial experience in various manufacturing organizations, including the automotive industry. She currently teaches management and leadership courses at the university level.

Dr. Barrow recently appeared on the following Canadian tv talk shows; 100 Huntley Street, On The Line, and Nite Lite Live.

Hope For A Healthy Workplace (ISBN 1598861107) is now available at www.amazon.com, www.amazon.ca, barnesandnoble.com, www.hopeforahealthyworkplace.com and www.tatepublishing.com.

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A2B Tracking Solutions Inc. Releases UID Comply!™ for GFP

A2B Tracking Solutions, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and outsourced services, is announcing the release of UID Comply! for Government Furnished Property (GFP). Property managers and others responsible for UID identification of government property in their possession will appreciate the capabilities added in this product update.

Portsmouth, RI (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- A2B Tracking Solutions, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and outsourced services, is announcing the release of UID Comply! for Government Furnished Property (GFP). Property managers and others responsible for UID identification of government property in their possession will appreciate the capabilities added in this product update.

Among the new features is additional harvest capability which leverages bar code scanning to support receipt of pre-marked GFP. There is also increased ability to update UID transaction reporting for required trigger events such as contract reassignment, return to government and mark history. The capability of managing property within UID Comply! has also been enhanced, with the ability to create property, assign a UID and add/update pedigree information. UID Comply supports UID Registry XML Schema 3.0 and automatic validation of XML prior to submission to the Registry.

UID Comply! for GFP also enables the mass updating of UID custody data, including contract to contract changes and return to government. It also provides support for data import from legacy property systems in order to enable property upload and UID data export to existing property systems.

“These are features that our users in GFP custodial roles require in order to streamline the implementation of UID within their organizations,” says UID Comply! Product Manager David Breski. “We have worked closely with DoD contractor property managers in order to understand their needs and to provide the features they require.”

UID is mandated landmark policy by the DoD requiring all assets and personal property owned by the DoD, including assets in the possession of contractors and legacy items at military installations, to be marked with a unique serialized identification number and then registered in accordance with MIL STD 130M.

A2B Tracking Solutions Inc. is the leading provider of total solutions for bar code tracking. Most recently A2B has developed UID Comply! ™ a total solution package that streamlines the UID compliance process. Since it was founded in 1994, A2B has lead the bar code industry movement into mobile computing, developing a state-of-the-art mobile tracking system for one of America’s largest parcel delivery companies. Principals of A2B include founders of the bar code industry who have lead innovations in applications for 40 years. To date, A2B has completed more than 2,000 tracking installations around the world. For more information about A2B Tracking, visit www.uidsolutions.com or phone 800-733-7592.

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Metrics That Matter Issues & Research Study Highlighted In Three-Part Better Process Podcast Series

Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International and Industry Directions Inc. today announced that their “Metrics that Matter” research effort was highlighted in Ken Rayment’s Better Process Podcast at podcasternews.com this week. Ken interviewed lead research analyst Julie Fraser of Industry Directions about the issue of metrics, the study itself and US manufacturing.

Chandler, AZ and Cummaquid, MA (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International and Industry Directions Inc. today announced their “Metrics that Matter” research effort was highlighted in Ken Rayment’s Better Process Podcast at podcasternews.com this week. Ken interviewed lead research analyst Julie Fraser of Industry Directions about the issue of metrics, the study itself and US manufacturing.

Rayment, himself a manufacturing practitioner taking product designs into successful production, has an interest in justifying improvement projects. His Better Process Podcast series focuses on challenges facing small and medium size businesses and highlights products, services and research that can boost manufacturers’ success. In other words, the Better Process Podcast is the voice of the small and mid-sized manufacturing firm. The joint MESA and Industry Directions research on metrics this year is clearly intended to foster manufacturing success and help various constituents inside manufacturing companies – operations, finance, and IT in particular – communicate and collaborate more effectively on improvement programs.

“Innovation is what drives manufacturing gains in the United States,” says Rayment. “According to the National Association of Manufacturers if you took just the US manufacturing economy this would be the 8th largest economy in the world… larger than China’s entire economy. (This interview is available by searching for Bill Canis on PodcasterNews.com.) What MESA and Industry Directions are doing here will help spur innovation and make decisions easier for manufacturing firms. These two companies are prime examples of who we look to interview on the Better Process Podcast.”

To listen to this series of three podcasts on the topic of metrics and the Metrics that Matter study:

Show 1, July 11: http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/2136/
Show 2, July 12: http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/2142/
Show 3, July 13: http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/2145/

“We are delighted to have not just one but a series of interviews on the Better Process Podcast. Ken is providing an excellent service where manufacturers can quickly get a bit of information that could help them succeed. Since it is a five-minute podcast format, even busy executives can check it out on a regular basis and hear about new ways to boost productivity and process performance,” said Julie Fraser, Principal and Industry Analyst of Industry Directions.

“Metrics that Matter: Uncovering KPIs that Justify Operational Improvements” is a landmark study on the use of both operational and financial metrics in manufacturing companies. The study examines timeliness and methods of metrics and their distribution to key stakeholders, as well as performance increases against those metrics and the software companies use to assist them in measuring and improving operations. The findings of this study, along with a Metrics that Matter Guidebook for practitioners will be released at the MESA 2nd Annual Plant2Enterprise Conference, “Solving the Puzzle of Manufacturing Excellence,” October 9-12 in Orlando Florida.
Ken Rayment, the engine behind these podcasts and over 115 others of interest to manufacturers can be reached by email. The Better Process Podcast home page is at http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/?A=1.

About MESA
Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International is a not-for-profit organization of manufacturers and information system providers focused on leveraging technology to achieve business goals. The organization is a community of manufacturing end-users, technology suppliers and consultants – focused on improving the flexibility and agility of manufacturing production. For more than a decade, MESA has been a premier venue for the manufacturing community to share and create unbiased information on the topic of solving business issues with technology. For more information about MESA, visit www.mesa.org.

About Industry Directions
Industry Directions is an industry analyst firm that conducts research on the business processes and enabling technologies used in manufacturing value networks in specific vertical industries. These industries include every type of manufacturing, from pure process industries such as oil and gas to batch process such as food and pharmaceuticals to discrete such as automotive, electronics and aerospace, to mixed mode industries such as consumer durables and medical devices. Areas of focus include supply chain, business-to-business, production, lean and other improvement initiatives, enterprise management, product lifecycle management and performance management. To learn more, visit www.industrydirections.com.

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The E-Z Burr BurrFree Drill is Now Available in Standard Sizes

The E-Z Burr Tool Company, manufacturer of the deburr tool and the chamfer tool, is now offering their BurrFree Drill in a variety of standard sizes.

Livonia, MI (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- The E-Z Burr BurrFree Drill is now available in standard sizes.

The tools have been around since 2003, but until now, E-Z Burr BurrFree Drills have only been available as custom-built special orders. Now they're manufactured in a variety of standard fractional and metric sizes for hole diameters .374" (9.5mm) and larger.

Widely used in the automotive and other metalworking industries, the BurrFree Drill is especially beneficial to customers whose operations require a burr free hole. The tool saves users time, space and money because it drills a hole, then deburrs both the front and the rear of a hole in a single pass. Combining two operations in one step frees up extra space in the machine, increasing both productivity and profitability.

The BurrFree Drill features three of E-Z Burr's patents. One, the insert adjustment, allows the size of chamfer to be adjusted. Two, the quick changing locking system enables the user to change the insert in seconds. Both of these procedures can be done without removing the tool from the machine. And three, the tool is designed to allow just the cutting inserts to be replaced when worn, minimizing unnecessary disposal of other components.

"That's not the only way the BurrFree Drill saves you time and money," said Bill Robinson, E-Z Burr's President. "The spade insert and the deburr insert can both be changed quickly and easily, minimizing downtime. All that’s required to change the spade insert is the removal of two screws, while a simple 1/8th turn will unlock the deburr insert.

"Another thing our customers like about the tool is that
it’s easy to set up, and once the deburr insert is adjusted to the desired cutting height, it doesn’t require more readjustment. Additionally, the solid arbor, durable design, quick insert setup and machining time saved all translate into increased productivity and higher profits.

The new standard sizes can generally be delivered in about a week according to Bill Robinson. "But we still manufacture plenty of custom tools for non-standard sizes," he pointed out. "And those can be in your shop or factory in just about four weeks."

For additional information regarding the BurrFree Drill or any of the other E-Z Burr drilling, deburring and chamfering tools, contact E-Z Burr at 1-800-783-2877 or visit the company's web site at www.ezburr.com

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Western Companies in China to have Street Crane Option

The manufacture of Street hoists and cranes is to expand into China. Street Crane, the UK’s largest industrial crane maker, has agreed a licensing deal with Nanjing Hoisting Machinery General Works Company Limited (NHM). Under the agreement NHM will produce equipment to Street specifications for supply to any place in the Peoples Republic of China.

(PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- The manufacture of Street hoists and cranes is to expand into China. Street Crane, the UK’s largest industrial crane maker, has agreed a licensing deal with Nanjing Hoisting Machinery General Works Company Limited (NHM). Under the agreement NHM will produce equipment to Street specifications for supply to any place in the Peoples Republic of China.

NHM will have access to Street Crane’s expertise and software to meet the handling needs of foundries, metal stockholding, engineering, automotive, glass makers, aerospace and other industries. In addition to being at the centre of one of China’s growth hot spots, NHM have sales offices in all major industrial areas allowing them to easily service demands for Street Crane equipment.

Street Crane managing director, Andrew Pimblett explained, “This is a win-win deal that gives NHM access to world-class hoist and crane technology and gives Street Crane access to China’s booming economy. The deal comes as leading manufacturers from around the world set up plants and joint ventures in China, often requiring cranes of western specification.”

Under the agreement Street Crane are providing technical assistance, training and design software to NHM. A team of Street Crane engineers will be working in China over the next 12 months to help the skilled NHM team to familiarise themselves with western design techniques and quality standards. Once production commences in June 2007, Street Crane will directly employ Chinese nationals at the NHM plant for quality assurance certification.

NHM will offer a complete Street Crane line of electric overhead travelling cranes (EOTC’s) from 2 – 25 tonnes, extending to 50 tonnes in 2008/9. This will include gantry cranes for indoor or outdoor installation, with single girder or double girder construction according to client needs. Crane control, speeds and handling systems will be customised to each client’s process lifting requirements.

A new 145,000 square metre factory is under construction. This will have dedicated workshops for machining, hoist assembly, steel structures, motor manufacture and metal treatment. The factory is designed to high environmental standards and to provide excellent working conditions. It is located in a new sustainable industrial town beside the Yangtze River.

Street Crane already works successfully with partners in North America, Australia, The Gulf and other developing areas of the world. These arrangements, and production at their Derbyshire factory, are unaffected by the Chinese agreement. “The rate of industrialisation and economic development in China over the last decade has been staggering. We are happy to be part of this development and confident that our new partners at NHM will strengthen the Street Crane brand further,” concluded Andrew Pimblett.

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

High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/st165/4198st1a.htm

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Lubrication Engineers International Widens its International Network

Lubrication Engineers International AG (LE International) & its global team of LE distributors has enjoyed an excellent six months of sales in their industrial & automotive lubricants business. The first half of 2006 has also brought growth in their LE distributor network – important ‘new business’ for the international sales & marketing arm of LE Inc. LE International is pleased to have appointed new LE distributors in four countries so far this year.

FORT WORTH, Texas (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Lubrication Engineers International AG (LE International) & its global team of LE distributors has enjoyed an excellent six months of sales in their industrial & automotive lubricants business. The first half of 2006 has also brought growth in their LE distributor network – important ‘new business’ for the international sales & marketing arm of LE Inc. LE International is pleased to have appointed new LE distributors in four countries so far this year: Conetrueblue Investments in Panama, Intelicorp SA in Peru, Puerto Rico Industrial Oil Supplies Inc (PRIOS) in Puerto Rico and Segra d.o.o. in Slovenia. Further appointments are being targeted in Latin America and Eastern Europe for the remainder of the year. LE International is proud to be represented by a professional group of over 60 LE distributors worldwide.

Like many other companies, LE International believes that Central & Eastern Europe offers a fantastic business opportunity over the coming years. The specialist lubricant company already has LE distributors in Estonia, Poland, Romania and Slovenia. The LE team is also currently identifying possible candidates in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Ukraine and Russia.

“We’ve enjoyed a very positive 2006 so far with some excellent growth. LE is very excited about the huge potential of the Central & Eastern European market – their rapidly developing & growing economies have urgent requirements for quality, specialist lubricants. We are in the process of targeting potential companies that are interested in the profitable LE opportunity”, said David Macdonald, President, Lubrication Engineers International AG.

Lubrication Engineers Inc, USA has been a leader in lubricants since 1951. LE manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of heavy-duty, premium quality lubricants formulated from the highest quality 100% select paraffinic base stocks. These lubricants are manufactured under an ISO9001 certified quality system at a state of the art plant in Wichita, Kansas, USA. LE’s objective: increase your profitability. LE products are designed to increase profitability through: longer equipment life, extended service intervals (reduced lubricant consumption), energy reductions, reliability (less downtime), fewer repairs (fewer parts & less labour) as well as less inventory (multi-purpose products) LE products are available worldwide (outside USA, Canada & Mexico) through LE International AG’s network of over 50 distributors.

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Proposal Writing to Win Federal Government and National Laboratory Contracts

Competing for Federal Contracts is daunting. Joseph Jablonski, Best-Selling business author, is offering his proposal writing workshop for the first time in Tempe on Monday, August 14th, at the AmeriSuites® Hotel Tempe/Arizona Mills.

Phoenix, AZ; Tempe, AZ (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- This hands-on workshop delivers the big picture strategy and nitty-gritty details to develop winning, highly competitive proposals for Federal Government and National Laboratory Contracts. If you compete for federal dollars with the Navy, Air Force, Army, DoD, Homeland Defense, FAA or a host of other government organizations which invest $100’s of Billions each year in government contracts, this program offers a unique opportunity to learn trends to remain current in this fast-changing field and avoid common mistakes.

It takes you deeper into the little-known secrets of how government develops solicitation requirements, through how you will be evaluated, so you can leverage this information to your benefit. Workshop attendees frequently say, “I wish I had known that before writing my last proposal.”

Topics will include the 17-Step Proposal Development Process to make the best use of your time and remain on track; learn how to make a good proposal great; learn how to build a detailed proposal outline that will earn you valuable extra points in the government evaluation.

Whether you are new to government proposal writing and puzzled by performance-based contracting, stymied by the ever-growing myriad of quality requirements or are a seasoned professional looking to sharpen your skills, this program will help you win.

For more information click on www.proposalw.com.

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The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Selects YardView Yard Management Software

Goodyear selects YardView yard managment software to provide visibility for it’s plants, logistics centers and load planning center.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Cypress Inland Corporation, a leading provider of yard management software and an Inbound Logistics Top 100 Logistics IT company, announced that The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company has selected YardView yard management software for its plants, logistics centers and load planning center.

Goodyear, the world's largest tire company, selected YardView after a comprehensive pilot and evaluation study. “Having an industry leader like Goodyear select YardView illustrates the quality of our solution, our people and our ability to demonstrate and deliver value to our customers,” said James Harris, President of Cypress Inland. “We look forward to a long-term relationship to help them with enterprise yard management visibility and closer collaboration with their transportation providers.”

About Goodyear
Goodyear is the world’s largest tire company. The company manufactures tires, engineered rubber products and chemicals in more than 90 facilities in 28 countries around the world. Goodyear employs about 80,000 people worldwide. For more information on Goodyear’s tires, go to www.goodyeartires.com.

About Cypress Inland Corporation
Cypress Inland develops and markets YardView yard management software for use at Warehouses and Distribution centers. For more information on Cypress Inland, go to www.yardview.com.

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TMH Security Services, Inc. Selects Nicayla Enterprises, Inc. as Agency of Record for Media Relations and SEO + PR Keyword Marketing

Detroit area online marketing and web design company Nicayla Enterprises, Inc. (www.nicayla.com) today announced that it has been selected by TMH Security Services, Inc. (www.tmhsecurity.com) of Highland Park as their agency of record. As part of this agreement, Nicayla will provide both media relations and Internet marketing services to promote TMH Security's Security Guard and On-site Patrol Services.

Farmington Hills, MI (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Detroit area online marketing and web design company Nicayla Enterprises, Inc. (www.nicayla.com) today announced that it has been selected by TMH Security Services, Inc. (www.tmhsecurity.com) of Highland Park as their agency of record. As part of this agreement, Nicayla will provide both media relations and Internet marketing services to promote TMH Security's Security Guard and On-site Patrol Services.

TMH Security selected Nicayla because of their suite of innovative online marketing and business promotion services, and their history of representing business to business clients over the past 7 years. Nicayla is an online marketing, web design, and media relations company founded in 1999, and is nationally recognized for thier organic SEO capabilities. Nicayla has previously represented many B2B and B2C corporations.

"Nicayla's team has amply demonstrated an expert knowledge of both PR strategy and SEO solutions," said Lt. Thomas Heffernan, President and founder of TMH Security Services, Inc. "Through brainstorming, problem solving and implementing quality assurance measures, we strive to meet the high expectations of our clients. With Nicayla, we're on the same 'wavelength.'"

"We're proud to have been selected to provide TMH's media relations and SEO services," said Nicayla president Mary Joyce, a member of the Top SEO's and other SEO Consultant organizations.

"TMH provides cost-effective security solutions for companies who need to outsource security guard and patrol services" adds Joyce. "TMH Security is one of Detroit's highest-regarded, privately-owned security firm."

About TMH Security Services, Inc.
TMH Security is Southeast Michigan's leading security guard service provider offering security officers and mobile patrol services to industrial and manufacturing facilities, commercial properties, local and federal governments, residential communities and retail establishments.

About Nicayla Enterprises, Inc.
Nicayla Enterprises, Inc. specializes in developing online marketing campaigns that are cost-effective and provide significant ROI for their clients.

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API & INYMET Group Announce Partnership

API is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Ingenieria y Metrologia, Mexican company member of INYMET Group, further expanding its presence and underscoring its commitment to the Latin American market.

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- API is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Ingenieria y Metrologia, Mexican company member of INYMET Group, further expanding its presence and underscoring its commitment to the Latin American market.

INYMET, a Metrology Solutions Supplier Company located in Mexico City, has experience with In-process measurement as well as test and evaluation instrumentation. Together, INYMET and Automated Precision will now introduce Automated Precision’s Technology to the Mexican territory where the most important corporate brands worldwide in automotive and metal mechanics have successfully established facilities.

Latin America continues to grow industrially and economically, gaining external investments everyday. INYMET will assist in bringing Automated Precision's presence to Mexico. Local industry and service suppliers are an important part of the Mexican economy and have demonstrated strong interest in the company’s products and services.

“The addition of a strong partner such as INYMET confirms the decision of investment and growing of API in Latin America. We are truly excited about them joining Automated Precision’s family and look forward to working with them in their markets. INYMET’s experience in these applications will definitely be a benefit to our mutual customers,” said Sean Kenney, Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

About API:
Automated Precision, an ISO 17025 accredited company, is a world leader of advanced metrology solutions for industry. Founded by Dr. Kam Lau in 1987, API has pioneered progressively higher standards of accuracy for coordinate measuring and machine tool operation. API products are installed and used by all of the world's leading automotive, aerospace, machine tool, and CMM manufacturers. API's experienced engineering team is unmatched in its ability to create advanced innovative products, which meet the needs of rapid evolving industrial technologies.
For more information, contact API:

API
15000 Johns Hopkins Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

Phone: 1-800-537-2720
Web: www.apisensor.com

About INYMET:

INYMET is a representative group headquartered in Mexico serving the Mexican market with metrology solutions. For more information about INYMET or the products they represent, please contact:

Contact:
Marco A. Cabrera, General Manager
Ingenieria y Metrologia
52-55-5754-3087
www.inymet.com.mx

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Automated Precision Incorporated Creates API Lease Plans

Automated Precision is proud to announce that it has created a new entity, API Lease Plans to give customers even more options for acquiring its industry leading equipment. The new entity which was announced at the CMSC trade show (cmsc.org) has been setup with its own support staff to assist customers from a financial standpoint. Primary products from this group will include rental and leasing programs.

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Automated Precision is proud to announce that it has created a new entity, API Lease Plans to give customers even more options for acquiring its industry leading equipment. The new entity which was announced at the CMSC trade show (www.cmsc.org) has been setup with its own support staff to assist customers from a financial standpoint. Primary products from this group will include rental and leasing programs.

Automated Precision is offering this leasing and rental option to all customers in the U.S. who are interested in any of the company’s flagship products and accessories such as the Tracker3, the Omnitrac, the XD Laser and the Swivel Check.

Through this groundbreaking program, customers can now lease a brand new Tracker3 for only $2999 per month. The new program comes with a variety of end of term options.

“We are very excited to bring this lease structure to the industry. The lease structure is very different from the traditional capital equipment lease and customers will see immediate benefits in their operational budgets. From the flexible structure of the program to the immediate tax and balance sheet benefits, this program has been 100% driven by customer feedback.” Remarked Sean Kenney, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Customers will be able to lease products over variable terms from 6 to 48 months and will have the ability to make decisions within and at the end of the lease that are in line with their business needs.”

The Leasing and Rental Program Highlights Include:
•Flexible Lease Structure - From 6 To 48 Months!
•Fast Turnaround Decisions From A Dedicated Customer Service Line Staffed With Leasing Experts
•Low Initial Inception Costs - First Month Payment Plus A Security Deposit If Necessary.
•Customer Builds Purchase Credits During Lease In That Are Applied Towards Purchase Of The Equipment If In Line With The Business Needs. This May Be Done As Early As The 50% Point In The Term Of The Lease.
•Potential For Technological Refresh Leases Within The Lease Term
•Flexible End Of Term Options Including Month To Month Continuation, Re-Leasing, Turn In, And Purchase.

About Automated Precision, Inc.
Automated Precision, an ISO 17025 accredited company, is a world leader of advanced metrology solutions for industry. Founded by Dr. Kam Lau in 1987, API has pioneered progressively higher standards of accuracy for coordinate measuring and machine tool operation. API products are installed and used by all of the world's leading automotive, aerospace, machine tool, and CMM manufacturers. API's experienced engineering team is unmatched in its ability to create advanced innovative products, which meet the needs of rapid evolving industrial technologies.

For more information, contact API:
API
15000 Johns Hopkins Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

1-800-537-2720
www.apisensor.com

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API Partners with Servco for Southern California Market

Automated Precision, Incorporated (API) announced today that they have begun a partnership with Surveyors Service Company’s Industrial Division (Servco Industrial) of Southern California to provide sales, service, and support for their products.

Rockville, MD (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Automated Precision, Incorporated (API) announced today that they have begun a partnership with Surveyors Service Company’s Industrial Division (Servco Industrial) of Southern California to provide sales, service, and support for their products.

According to the announcement, Servco has purchased equipment from API and will begin sales and support efforts immediately. Within the next quarter, Servco will have tier one repair status from API and will have the local in-house ability to certify, calibrate and repair API trackers at their facility in Costa Mesa, CA.

“The Servco name has been synonymous with technical insight, customer support, and local service in Southern California for over 80 years. API is both very pleased and excited to welcome them to the family and looks forward to their efforts in the Southern California area,” said Sean Kenney, API Sales and Marketing Vice President. “This relationship has come as a direct result of the success and momentum of both API and Servco in this year.”

Servco ultimately went with API due to their belief that a smaller, lighter and more accurate system is more appealing to the marketplace. Further, Servco was in lockstep with API’s approach to the market place. “Besides the product, we definitely liked API’s adaptive, customer driven focus. The changes they have put in place this year have propelled them to be in the forefront of the industry,” remarked Stan Mahler, Surveyors Service Company President. “This relationship gives Southern California customers local support and service from a name they have come to trust.”

API and Servco believe that this unique business arrangement will bring this industry changing technology to both the larger and smaller shops in the local market and along with it unique financing capabilities through API Lease Plans, a newly created affiliate of API.

About API

Automated Precision is a world leader of advanced metrology solutions for industry. Founded by Dr. Kam Lau in 1987, API has pioneered progressively higher standards of accuracy for coordinate measuring and machine tool operation. API products are installed and used by all of the world's leading automotive, aerospace, machine tool, and CMM manufacturers. API's experienced engineering team is unmatched in its ability to create advanced innovative products, which meet the needs of rapid evolving industrial technologies.

For more information, contact:

Sean Kenney
Vice President, Sales and Marketing
Automated Precision, Incorporated (API)
15000 Johns Hopkins Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 330-8100
www.apisensor.com

About Servco

Founded in 1926 Surveyors Service Company (Servco) has been serving the needs of precision measurement industries in manufacturing, surveying, and construction for 80 years. In 1991, SERVCO INDUSTRIAL was organized to focus on the unique needs of the aerospace companies of Southern California. Having had strong historical relationships in Optical tooling applications with such companies as Boeing, McDonald Douglas, Northrop and General Dynamics, Servco Industrial was formed to bring new measurement technologies to these firms to meet the demand of ever increasing requirements for accuracy, and efficiency. With a focus on local service, training and technical support, today Servco Industrial serves the precision measurement needs of many industries in aerospace, automotive, space technology and power plants.
For more information, contact:

Stanton Mahler, President
Surveyors Service Co.
2942 Century Place
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 546-0606

www.ServcoIndustrial.com

Posted by Industrial-Manufacturing at 06:29 AM | Comments (0)

New UMTS Crimp Connector

AISG-standard UMTS connectors

Midlothian, VA (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- Lumberg, Inc. announces a new Circular DIN connector series with crimp contacts. This new time-saving contact option enables up to 30% or more savings in time-consuming labor without sacrificing reliability. It also meets the AISG (Antenna Interface Standards Group) standards for UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) applications.
Unique features of AISG standard UMTS connectors:

- Connects tower base stations to RET (remote electrical tilt) antennas
- Serial daisy-chaining reduces wiring costs
- IP 67 watertight
- Meets IEC 60130-9 standard
- Available in 8 pole configurations
- Salt-Spray compliant
- Available in both the new crimp and standard solder versions.
- Ideal for surge protection units and actuator boxes

The introduction of 3G (3rd Generation) UMTS allows cell phone users to utilize advanced data streaming functionality in addition to using the previously existing technology across the globe

Lumberg, Inc. is a certified ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer of connectivity products providing service to the Communications Market worldwide. For more information on this product and others, visit our website at www.lumbergusa.com or call us at 1-804-379-2010.

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Flo Components Named Lincoln 'Distinguished Distributor of the Year'

FLO Components has been named “2005 Distinguished Distributor of the Year” by Lincoln Industrial Corp. “The true mark of a professional organization is the ability to perform at a high level for numerous years. I am pleased to note that FLO Components Ltd. exemplifies that level of professionalism,” said James T. Hawk, Vice President Sales Americas of Lincoln Industrial.

St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- FLO Components has been named “2005 Distinguished Distributor of the Year” by Lincoln Industrial Corp.

“The true mark of a professional organization is the ability to perform at a high level for numerous years. I am pleased to note that FLO Components Ltd. exemplifies that level of professionalism,” said James T. Hawk, Vice President Sales Americas of Lincoln Industrial.

Unlike other manufacturers who give this award based solely on sales figures, Lincoln also considers a commitment to their product line as a percentage of sales, continued investment of resources to market their product, contributions to Lincoln’s world-wide presence and a willingness to share knowledge with other Lincoln system houses.

Chris Deckert, President of FLO Components Ltd. commented upon acceptance “This award is a visible acknowledgment of everyone’s individual effort within our Company in promoting the Lincoln product line. This year’s award makes it third time in seven years we have won. This recognition of excellence is a reflection of our on-going success in “-Meeting Our Customers’ Needs Better-”.

About FLO Components LTD.

Established in 1977, and based in Mississauga, Ontario, FLO Components uses application expertise, qualified installation & service technicians combined with high-quality products to provide cost effective “Solutions” for all types of lubrication & fluid handling applications. In addition to systems, equipment & lubricants, FLO Components “Solutions” include systems design, on-site installation, in-house and on-site service, scheduled on-site maintenance plans, personnel training and lubrication audits.

About Lincoln Industrial.

Established in 1910, Lincoln is a world leader in the manufacture and sale of lubrication and industrial pumping equipment for industry. Lincoln headquarters are located at One Lincoln Way, St. Louis, Mo. 63120-1578.

Contact:
Jose A. Gonzalez
FLO Components Ltd.
Phone: (905) 671-2355
Fax: (905) 671-2358
www.flocomponents.com

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ForeignTradeExchange.com Launches International Woodworking Equipment Directory

Hundreds of offerings available on ForeignTradeExchange.com's Global Directory and Buying Guide of woodworking equipment, tools and supplies.

(PRWEB) July 20, 2006 -- ForeignTradeExchange.com, an international trade directory and forum for exporters and importers of industrial products, today announced the launch of its new and interactive woodworking equipment directory and guide.

The directory is designed for commercial buyers and sellers of woodworking machinery, tools, equipment and supplies, primarily for companies in the United States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom and most European Union countries.

The woodworking equipment and tools available in the directory include, table saws and accessories such as blade protectors, cove jig, deluxe sled, framing jig, cut-off sleds, miter gauge, taper jigs, angle head, standard miter gauge, angle setting jigs, tenon jig, stops, throat
plates and jig bars.

Also available are a broad range of routers and other equipment, including oval jigs, box joint jigs, circle jigs, dovetail jigs, MDF router tables, raised panel jigs, router bits, vacuum clamp, phenolic router tables, mortise jig, router fences, coping sleds, dado jigs, router lifts, hinge jigs, band saw circle jig, horizontal router table, shelf pin jigs, hardware jig, sanding jig, router biscuits, chop saw kits, router plates and much more.

All offerings and product specifications of woodworking equipment can be viewed at, http://www.ForeignTradeExchange.com/suppliers/woodworking_forestry_equipment.html

"The directory is useful for companies both large and small involved in the woodworking, saw mill, lumber and logging industries, says Mark Hamilton, business director of
ForeignTradeExchange.com. "Whether you need a simple jig saw, custom templates, or a super large saw blade, the woodworking equipment directory will help you find it, faster, and at a competitive price."

According to Hamilton, ForeignTradeExchange.com offers the only international woodworking equipment directory on the Web that focuses on global trade as its main objective. He added, "Technology is making our world smaller each day and therefore, opening new markets that previously were thought to be too expensive or difficult to penetrate. The woodworking equipment directory, along with our online trade forum is designed to help companies develop international trading partnerships."

The company plans to launch additional directories during the year with emphasis on industrial supplies, equipment and machinery.

About ForeignTradeExchange.com

ForeignTradeExchange.com is an international Web based industrial supply trade directory and forum for buyers and sellers of industrial products, including manufacturers, exporters, importers, distributors, engineers and IT professionals.

Companies seeking to enter or expand into foreign markets are welcome to post and explore trade leads on the company's World Trade Forum at, http://www.ForeignTradeExchange.com/forum/

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Kinaxis Honored as a Leading Supply Chain Innovator

Response Management Provider Named to the Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 for a Second Consecutive Year.

Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 -– Kinaxis™ Inc., a provider of an on-demand Response Management service, has been recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine for leading the way in enabling supply chain transformation and has been named to the Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 for the second consecutive year.

For this year’s 100 list, Supply & Demand Chain Executive, considered an executive’s user manual for enabling successful supply chains, identified leading providers of supply chain services and technologies that are at the forefront of innovation across a variety of industries. This year’s award recognizes organizations that are providing cutting-edge solutions and services to help enterprises of various sizes address pain points in their supply chains and gain competitive advantage through the application of new technologies and new processes.

Based on submissions from end users and solution providers, the judging committee, which included the editorial staff of the magazine in conjunction with its editorial advisory board, recognized Kinaxis as a company that stood out among its peers, and its solution - RapidResponse™- as a proven supply chain enabler.

Helping transform companies' supply and demand chains, Kinaxis’ on-demand Response Management service addresses the emerging and urgent needs of brand owners and manufacturers operating in an environment of distributed operations, high demand volatility, rapid product evolution, and stringent regulation requirements. RapidResponse drives operations performance management by enabling brand owners and manufacturers to rapidly respond to change throughout their supply network through unprecedented multi-enterprise visibility, easy collaboration and rapid decision support.

"We are delighted to receive continued recognition by Supply & Demand Chain Executive which provides further endorsement of our place and value within the market," said Randy Littleson, vice president of marketing at Kinaxis. "We believe Response Management is the new frontier of supply chain performance and provides the breakthrough needed to manage and compete in today’s dynamic world."

The 2006 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 and accompanying editorial can be found in the June/July issue of Supply & Demand Chain Executive and online at www.SDCExec.com.

About Kinaxis
Kinaxis stands alone in delivering an on-demand Response Management service that drives operations performance management for brand owners and contract manufacturers. RapidResponse extends beyond supply chain planning systems to enable global leaders such as Casio, Coty, Honeywell, Jabil Circuit, Raytheon and Benchmark to access real-time information; quickly collaborate to reach optimal decisions that align with corporate objectives; and rapidly drive effective action when faced with constant changes. For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.

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Dot Com Survivor Computer Geeks Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with MP3 and iPod Giveaways

Established in 1996, Computer Geeks is celebrating its 10-Year Anniversary July 18-23 with blow out prices, daily MP3 giveaways, and a grand prize drawing for an Apple iPod/HP 40GB Digital Music Player. To enter to win, click on the 10-Year Anniversary Giveaway banner found on any product detail page at Geeks.com.

Oceanside, CA (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 --
Established in 1996, Computer Geeks is celebrating its 10-Year Anniversary July 18-23 with blow out prices, daily MP3 giveaways, and a grand prize drawing for an Apple iPod/HP 40GB Digital Music Player. To enter to win, click on the 10-Year Anniversary Giveaway banner found on any product detail page at Geeks.com.

Geeks.com sets itself apart from the competition by offering free technical support for items purchased as well as boasting a world class, easy to navigate e-commerce website complete with an on-site search function.

A privately-owned company with roots in San Diego County, Geeks.com was started by a group of entrepreneurs who saw a growing desire for inexpensive computers and computer parts in the retail consumer market. Like some other well-known start-ups, Computer Geeks started shipping from a garage converted into a warehouse but quickly moved into a more professional space as the business grew. With over 200 employees efficiently working under one roof, Computer Geeks does everything from Purchasing to Order Fulfillment in-house. Inventory is stored and customer orders filled, packed, and shipped from a modern, 2.2 million cubic foot warehouse. Nestled in the community of Oceanside, California, the Computer Geeks teams function together like a well-oiled machine. Buyers busily scour the world for great deals to bring home to happy clients as Sales and Marketing prep for daily specials and keep the website up to date with the latest and greatest offers. Where online and offline sales efforts converge, Sales keeps their fingers on the pulse of the internet to bring the best deals and knowledge possible to the Geeks.com loyal customer base.

Computer Geeks proudly divulges that 2005 sales saw an increase of almost 25% over 2004 and currently ships hundreds of thousands of orders annually. Taking pride in a top notch customer service team, Computer Geeks achieves high scores on BizRate, Price Grabber, Reseller Ratings, Alexa and made Internet Retailer’s top 200 list two years running. Striving for same-day turn-around time, Geeks.com is pleased to announce that the majority of customer orders placed through the online store ship within 24 hours. Ordering from Computer Geeks is easy and if you don’t want to wait for your order to ship, you can always visit the showroom in Oceanside, Ca. to pick up your order within the hour.

A popular website for IT professionals and hobbyists alike, Geeks.com has offered a decade of great deals on computer technology products and specializes in older computer parts and overstocked items as well as offering competitive pricing on some of the hottest electronic gadgets on the market today. After surviving the dot com crash, Computer Geeks has attracted a huge following of loyal, "geeky" clients and offers daily specials and deep discounts to keep them coming back, sometimes multiple times a day. Proud of its client base, Geeks.com is always on the look-out for special deals and cool product to pass on to them.

About Computer Geeks
Geeks.com, headquartered in Oceanside, CA, is a leading direct-to-consumer eCommerce site specializing in providing computer-related excess inventory, manufacturer-closeouts, high-demand and unusual computer components and peripherals at highly-discounted prices to tech-savvy, "Geeky" consumers.

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500 Installed Sites and Version 5 Milestones for M1 by B&G™ ERP Software

M1 by B&G, the ERP software program developed by Bowen & Groves has just reached the milestone of 500 installed internationally, including users in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the UK markets, the latest Version 5 release coincides with the company achieving this significant milestone.

Irvine, CA (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 -- M1 by B&G™, the ERP software program developed by Bowen & Groves has just reached the milestone of 500 installed internationally, including users in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and the UK markets.

"Five hundred installed sites is an important milestone for us and indicates we have achieved a substantial user base with a very high degree of acceptance in both the manufacturing industry and other industry sectors.

"M1 was only launched in 2000 and our user base has been growing at an increasing annual rate in the last four years.

"We have always prided ourselves by setting the standard in ERP software" Geoff Groves CEO and founder of Bowen & Groves says.

Key features of the M1 by B&G software are a great diversity of modules, user friendliness and a constant application of advanced training and support skills.

"Bowen & Groves as a group has had a 70% increase in staff and we have recently launched new graduate recruitment programs in both our Australian and US offices.

Key features of the M1 software are a vast array of modules specially designed for growing small to medium scale businesses which offer affordability, low implementation cost, fast user friendly features and simple operation.

"M1 offers expansive business management, analysis and productivity tools including full integration of financial data, labor management and customer relationship management.

"Our unique smart screen and search capacities are further bonuses which our users frequently compliment us on" Geoff Groves added.

The newly released Version 5 of M1 by B&G cements upon the capacity of the software to support increasingly diverse businesses with extensive additional features.

"These include support for Microsoft SQL 2005, cost of goods accounting, time card Wizard which is designed for businesses employing project or contracted employees, sales and purchasing of kit (bundled) parts, RFQ document management, export schedules to Microsoft Outlook, Product Configurator on the web, RMA on the web, customer uploads and downloads on the web.

"There are also enhancements to existing features including the Job Wizard, Purchasing Wizard, multi-plant support, drop shipments, alerts in organisation wizards, purchase directly to sales orders, time and material analysis, request for quote, project management, part sale prices, the M1 Design Studio and multi-warehouse requisitions.

"We have also added a fixed asset register module" Mr Groves said.

Bowen & Groves has a complete dedication to meeting the manufacturing software needs and expectations of growing businesses.

Apart from its rapidly increasing user base M1 by B&G has won numerous industry awards.

Superior customer and user support is also a keynote with annual user group conferences which typically rotate between the USA and Australia.

About Bowen & Groves

Bowen & Groves is setting the standard in Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP), for the small to medium manufacturer. Founded in 1992 Bowen & Groves is a privately owned software development company operating in the United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. M1 by B&G™ sets the standard in affordability and ease of use.

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July 18, 2006

Impact Systems, Inc. and Avoco Secure Announce Partnership

Impact Systems Inc. and UK based Avoco Secure announce an Alliance aimed at helping companies implement eCTD regulatory publishing.

Montchanin, DE (PRWEB) July 18,2006 -- Impact Systems Inc. and UK based Avoco Secure announce an Alliance aimed at helping companies implement eCTD regulatory publishing.

Impact Systems, Inc., located near Wilmington, Delaware, has been providing solutions, products, and project services to industry and government for over ten years. Avoco Secure is the premier Enterprise Rights Management solutions provider in document security and a member of the Microsoft Secure IT Alliance which is defining the industry security solutions.

According to Laura Sherman, Impact Systems VP of Regulatory Publishing "Our clients gain immensely from this combination because Avoco Secure’s secure2trust secures content as it is created and gives it flexibility to adapt to access changes while progressing through its lifecycle."

Gerry O’Brien, CEO of Avoco Secure, commented that, "Impact systems with their extensive security & compliance background are an ideal partner for Avoco Secure. Coupled with their deep understanding of ECM, Impact will provide a valuable and comprehensive service to both our existing and future customers."

"Impact Systems are a true centre of excellence. They have an extensive skill set which will enable them to provide a valuable and comprehensive service to our customers. Their capabilities will extend and add value to the available offerings of ECM solutions with new integrations of Avoco Secure products. "

Impact Systems projects include migration and integration of EMC Documentum enterprise software for customers in the life science industry, and installation of electronic records management solutions for industrial and government clients. Products include Q-ConfigÔ, Q-Track, and eRecords Manager.

Impact Systems, Inc, on the web at www.impactinfosys.com, is an Adobe® partner and Lotus Notes® partner, Adlib partner as well as a member of the Documentum/EMC2 Consulting/Select Services Team.

Avoco Secure has a working relationship with a number of strategic partners and in providing solutions to the global market. A major part of efforts are directed at developing and supplying software for military, government and major corporate groups where protection of intellectual property is of paramount importance.

Avoco Secure is on the web at www.avocosecure.com for more information.

Contact:
John A Snider
Director, Global Business Development – Impact Systems
302-573-6864 ext 125
www.impactinfosys.com

Sandy Porter
Strategy and Business Development Director ­ Avoco Secure
+44 7836 210782
www.avocosecure.com

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Martinson-Nicholls Provides Innovative Anti Slip Solution for Coast Guard Ships

After several years of testing, the U.S. Coast Guard is now adapting Martinson-Nicholls' anti-slip technology to most ships within their fleet. Martinson-Nicholls took great pride in resolving this issue for our military. Such technology has application for infinite possibilities for any surface, large or small, requiring a slip-resistant surface.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- The Martinson-Nicholls Company for years has been a consultant and material supplier in the area of pressure sensitive, anti slip tapes. Their expertise was again tested solving a problem for the U.S. Coast Guard.

The U.S. Coast Guard had a problem with most of their ship decks becoming extremely slippery when they were out to sea. Although the decks were covered with an anti-slip epoxy, this coating would often crack into sections due to the heavy bouncing of the ship while at sea. Since epoxies have no memory and do not give, they tend to crack into dangerous pieces.

The challenge for Martinson-Nicholls was to come up with a system that not only created a great anti slip surface, but also had memory so that no cracking occurred. The task was accomplished by working with the 3M Company to develop an aggressive mineral imbedded, pressure sensitive tape that could be custom-designed into specific shapes and sizes to fit any ship in the Coast Guard fleet. To make sure initial installations were correct, Martinson-Nicholls president Dan Ruminski traveled to various ports throughout the country to supervise. Once this was done, a computer-generated drawing was produced for each size ship creating a kit of custom-cut templates. The average kit contains some 80 pieces of anti-slip material, with some as large as 2' X 7'. Each kit is shipped with a numbered drawing corresponding to each numbered piece of material, making installation mistake-proof.

After several years of testing, the U.S. Coast Guard is now adapting Martinson-Nicholls' anti-slip technology to most ships within their fleet. Martinson-Nicholls took great pride in resolving this issue for our military. Such technology has application for infinite possibilities for any surface, large or small, requiring a slip-resistant surface.

About Martinson-Nicholls

Martinson-Nicholls, over the last 25 years, has established itself as a leader in custom floor matting and safety solutions.

Martinson-Nicholls provides the customer with the exact size needed-small, large, standard, nonstandard, special shapes and logos. Custom installations are also a specialty of the company.

Anti-slip safety tapes and treads are available in various sizes and textures from hand cut or die cut pieces to full rolls and special shapes.

"We have concentrated on floor safety, anti-fatigue and indoor and outdoor heated floor mat applications. We welcome the special applications that our customers present us with. This has enabled us to satisfy come very unique and unusual problems for our customers," says Dan Ruminski, President of Martinson-Nicholls.

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Discount FloorMat Store Offers Free How to Install Stair Treads Guide Online

The FloorMat Store found they were spending a lot more time on the phone providing customer support to our new do-it-yourself customers and small contractors. Most of their questions and concerns are the same: how do I attach the tread to my step, how do I cut the tread to fit, what type of tread is best for my application, how do I install the riser? A new online "How to Install Stair Treads" page helps consumers and contractors avoid the most common stair tread installation problems.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- Not long ago, commercial grade stair tread products were only available to contractors and usually installed in commercial buildings or buildings with high traffic use, such as schools, public and government office buildings, stores and churches. Today, with the help of the Internet, www.FloorMatStore.com has made these durable, high quality products available to consumers as well as contractors and property managers.

According to Victor Fowler, President of The Discount FloorMat Store, "We put our most popular products (stair treads, wall guards, entrance mats) on the Internet to make it easy for contractors, large and small, to quickly find and purchase what they need at discounted prices regardless of quantities. What we didn't expect were all the orders we received from consumers, especially seniors wanting our stair treads to cover their basement steps. We received numerous orders from church members working on repair projects for their place of worship. We also received many orders from property managers needing to replace worn, damaged stair treads that could pose a fall hazard to their tenants and visitors.

With this broad customer mix, The FloorMat Store found they were spending considerable time on the phone providing customer support to their new do-it-yourself customers and small contractors. Most of their questions and concerns are the same: how do I attach the tread to my step, how do I cut the tread to fit, what type of tread is best for my application, how do I install the riser? A new online "How to Install Stair Treads" page helps consumers and contractors avoid the most common stair tread installation problems.

Stair tread installation is a simple task requiring no special tools. With some basic how-to information, almost anyone can have the satisfaction of a job well done. According to Victor Fowler "One of the most common stair tread installation mistakes is made by consumers as well as experienced contractors. That mistake is not to apply epoxy nose caulk under the nose of the tread. This is the most common reason stair treads will crack or split along the front edge at the nose. The nose calk is a quick and inexpensive step and, if missed, may void the manufacture's warranty and shorten the life of the tread."

For additional help you can reach a FloorMat Store representative by calling 330-650-5561 or emailing e-mail protected from spam bots.

About Discount FloorMat Store
Victor Fowler, who has over 20 years of experience in industrial structures, and 15 years of Internet Retailing experience, founded the Discount FloorMat Store in 2004.

"We have experienced first hand how selling over the Internet can lower your operating cost and expand your target area to wherever your next customer might be logging on from. The Internet is the secret to our success. Lower operating cost and larger market place means lower selling prices and more orders. We no longer feel like we're on a roller coaster ride, controlled by the economic climate of our locate market. Now our market is world wide, and we don't have to make unwanted, annoying sales calls. We are now receiving sales calls from customers all across the country that want to buy our products. We believe in the Internet as a useful tool to help consumers quickly locate hard to find products such as ours. We felt there was a need to provide high quality architectural products in small quantities, with discounted pricing to the consumer whomever they might be. So, we opened the FloorMat Store," said Victor Fowler.

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Hurricane Alberto and Meteorologists have Coastal Residents Scurrying

Hurricane Alberto hit early in the season and many coastal residents are scurrying to sure up seawalls as scientists predict more frequent and more powerful storms pounding the shores of the United States and Caribbean.

Kennesaw, GA (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- Hurricane Alberto became the first named storm of the 2006 season and quickly reminded coastal residents how tenuous their relationship with the power of nature is.

“As beautiful as it is to live near the ocean, it is also dangerous,” Joseph Melillo, 56, Florida offers. “You have to use common sense, take precautions while enjoying living near the natural beauty. I could not imagine living anywhere else,” Melillo continues.

Melillo, like millions of other coastal residents looks towards the seawalls installed in his community as the front-line defense against flooding.

“The importance of seawalls was made all too evident last year and more communities and property owners are beginning to see the importance of upgrading and maintaining their seawalls,” Jeff Moreau, Northstar Vinyl Products, explains.

As coastal communities search for durable seawalls, the seawall industry has been fast at work improving the materials and installation technology that protect communities against flooding and other damage.

Northstar Vinyl Products, LLC, one of the premier manufacturers of seawall materials has been leveraging its relationship with Royal Outdoor Technologies, the largest PVC converter in North America, to expand production capabilities and shorten production time to meet the increasing demand for seawall sheet piling.

“We understand the importance of what we do and that is why Northstar continuously strives to improve the quality, durability and reliability of our seawalls in order to protect property, homes and lives,” Moreau explains. “We built a relationship with Royal in order to reduce our lead time for materials from 10 weeks to 1 week so we can continue to provide seawall installers with the products they need to protect coastal communities,” Moreau states.

With the first named storm piquing trepidation in storm-battered communities, vinyl seawalls and the patented marine composite seawalls produced by Northstar are being installed along hundreds of miles of coastal communities to provide front-line defense during the ’06 Hurricane Season and beyond.

About Northstar Vinyl

Northstar Vinyl Products, LLC is located in Kennesaw, GA. Manufacturing facilities are located in Pell City, AL, Rockford, IL, Houston, TX, Cartersville, GA and Woodbridge,Canada.

Jason Monday
800-558-6702

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Workforce Management Expert Phil Moorehead Joins Senior Leadership Team of Workforce Insight to Head Labor Project Management and HR Technology Consulting Initiatives

Recognized Workforce Management Expert Phil Moorehead joins the senior leadership team of Workforce Insight, Inc. to head labor project management and human resource technology consulting initiatives.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 –- Workforce Insight, Inc. announced the appointment of Phil Moorehead to the senior leadership team to oversee technology consulting initiatives for Fortune 1000 clients in North America. Over a 30-year career, Mr. Moorehead has been recognized for his vision of collaboration with business owners and technology vendors to ensure that projects are deployed to return maximum value. In his new position, Mr. Moorehead will oversee project initiatives that leverage Human Capital Management technology solutions for Workforce Insight clients.

Mr. Moorehead previously served as Director of Technical Services for Denver Public Schools, where he provided leadership during initiatives to implement leading HCM solutions including Lawson and Kronos. He led the development and management of the technology lifecycle, requirements definition, implementation, and analysis of requirements to support effective utilization of technology. In addition, he oversaw ongoing technical support needs for the district.

Prior to Denver Public Schools, Mr. Moorehead held various management positions in IT and Operations in manufacturing, government, engineering and oil and gas industries. After attending Rice University, he pioneered many of the standards now employed by the Project Management Institute. “Workforce Insight consultants are true visionaries committed to best practice solutions vs. those that rely on technology without regard for client needs and change transformation required to achieve optimal success,” says Phil Moorehead. “Their commitment to truly helping Fortune 1000 clients turn marginal success into optimal returns made my decision an easy one. I’m thrilled to have been given the opportunity to leverage my project management experience in developing strategies that help clients exceed their expectations of workforce management initiatives.”

"With the addition of Phil Moorehead, we continue to expand our leadership team with talented, experienced, and ethical HR technology experts,” said Steve Goldman, Managing Partner of Workforce Insight, Inc. "Phil brings a unique understanding of how to deploy technology solutions to best meet the needs of the business and ensure maximum return on investment for our clients.”

About Workforce Insight, Inc.
Workforce Insight is a leading provider of strategic workforce management consulting and implementation services, committed to helping Fortune 1000 companies leverage technology to enhance and preserve their most valuable asset – their people. Workforce Insight has been recognized in the HR marketplace as the difference between a standard that relies on technology alone and optimal results that are only achieved through the hands-on stewardship, insight and expertise of HR technology visionaries and consultants. For more information about Workforce Insight, call (800) 394-5516 or visit www.workforceinsight.com.

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The GCC Group’s 4 Millionth Cartridge

Gatehill International Limited, the manufacturing arm of The GCC Group, produces its 4,000,000th toner cartridge.

Shenzhen, China (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- Gatehill International Limited, the manufacturing arm of The GCC Group, produces its 4,000,000th toner cartridge. The cartridge is a 100% brand new GCC-FX9/FX10 compatible. Like all GCC compatibles, it has undergone intensive technology and intellectual property (IP) research and independent tests to ensure performance at par with its OEM counterpart, and is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 standards.

“Gatehill’s manufacturing and production teams have always been trained to work together and benchmark against strict OEM quality and performance standards. Everyone has contributed to the undertaking wonderfully,” says Stephen Hui, Xerographic Operations Manager for Gatehill. He commends team efforts by his department’s seasoned and diligent production line members and management staff, whose constantly improving knowledge and technical skills are much appreciated by the company. He adds, “This 4,000,000th cartridge is only one of the testaments to Gatehill’s and The GCC Group’s ongoing commitment to the Xerographic industry for 15 years.”

Scott Odom, Executive Director, Sales and Marketing, is also confident of the Group’s capability as a player in the consumables business. “GCC cartridges offer end users better cost per page. For our direct customers, they benefit from a more flexible margin. We also make it a point to have all GCC products non-patent infringing, to ensure our customers a steady supply of 100% new-build, quality OEM compatibles.” When asked about future plans, he says, “GCC will be more active promoting these competitive advantages that customers are sure to appreciate.”

GCC cartridges are sold under leading private and OEM brands, or under The GCC Group’s own brand, Q-Imaging™. For more details, please visit The GCC Group’s website at www.thegccgroup.com, or e-mail for your inquiries.

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Eagle Thread Verifier, LLC Announces Next Generation of High Torque Thread Gauge System for Manufacturers

Sterling Heights, Mich.-based Eagle Thread Verifier, LLC, makers of an automated thread gauge system, announced today the introduction of a new higher torque spindle (24 inch pounds, model HT-100), for use in automotive, aircraft, and appliance suppliers and various manufacturing facilities.

Sterling Heights, MI (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- Sterling Heights, Mich.-based Eagle Thread Verifier, LLC, makers of an automated thread gauge system, announced today the introduction of a new higher torque spindle (24 inch pounds, model HT-100), for use in automotive, aircraft, and appliance suppliers and various manufacturing facilities. This next generation of the Eagle Thread Verifier (ETV) will enable the use of a flexible chuck, designed to check threaded holes not perpendicular to the surface such as the case with projection welded nuts and weld splatter which can occur in the threads.

With Eagle Thread Verifier’s expanded software within the controller, which operates the spindle, the system is able to precisely check the depth of a chamfer or a counterbore.

As with previous ETV models used for lower torque spindle work, the system checks the thread for pitch diameter (oversize / undersize), proper depth (minimum / maximum), missing holes, broken tap, proper depth of pipe tapped holes, and external threads. This gives ETV a larger range of information to stop production in seconds if a hole is not identified to the pre-established specification level. Checking for accurate threads saves countless man hours of sorting parts that are defective and repairing for final assembly.

“This new high torque ETV is going to give large-scale manufacturers the needed boost to improve the quality of their operations and eliminate missing holes or broken taps right there on the machine line,” stated Gordon Taylor, president of Eagle Thread Verifier. “Automotive suppliers in particular will quickly recoup their investment in Eagle Thread Verifier Systems.”

Even with the addition of the higher torque system to the line of thread verification systems, Eagle Thread Verifier still offers the flexibility to check the smaller threaded holes in delicate materials such as aluminum with the original lower torque spindle (9 inch pounds, model LT-50).

The ETV spindle can be added to an existing cell or Eagle Thread Verifier engineers will design and build a manual or automatic load “turnkey” system to fit the application. Manufacturers interested in receiving product specifications for the next generation of Eagle Thread Verifiers should contact ETV at (586) 764-8218.

About Eagle Thread Verifier, LLC
Eagle Thread Verifier is a patented automatic thread gauge that catches 99% of all thread problems in any manufacturing process. ETV is designed to operate in the rigorous production environment of coolant and chips, preventing improperly tapped parts from reaching final assembly. Over 50 million thread testing cycles have been conducted by the ETV system in manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. The company’s headquarters are located in Sterling Heights, Michigan. For more information, visit www.eaglethreadverifier.com or call (586) 764-8218.

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VideoCentric extends its ADSL and SDSL Services to Include ISDN Access and Multi-way ZConferencing

VideoCentric today announced that it is to boost its existing IPVision broadband video networks to include ISDN Gateway access and a Multi-site conferencing option for ADSL & SDSL customers.

London (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- VideoCentric today announced that it is to boost its existing IPVision broadband video networks to include ISDN Gateway access and a Multi-site conferencing option for ADSL & SDSL customers.

VideoCentric's existing IPVision broadband video networks are to be enhanced to include ISDN Gateway access and a Multi-site conferencing option for ADSL & SDSL customers.

IPvision already allows business customers to make high quality video & voice calls over IP, using SDSL technology, but without the unacceptable levels of sharing (contention) normally associated with public internet services. IPVision gives an organisation its own high speed “overlay” network for real-time communication which does not interfere with existing data traffic or suffer any degradation when others activate data transfers.

Where it is necessary to breakout to international ISDN-based video conferencing systems, IPVision provides free access to a H.323/H.320 gateway, ensuring customers have complete worldwide access to older VC systems as well as standard telephones.

As an extension to this service, VideoCentric has now introduced contended SDSL and ADSL-Max services, similar to other ISPs, but with three main differences:-
(1) access to an ISDN gateway for outgoing and incoming voice & video calls to/from H.320 video conferencing systems & mobile phones,
(2) access to a Multipoint Bridge (MCU) with all the latest multi-way screen layouts and transcoding technology
(3) a “no-commitment 1-month trial” of ADSL-Max (400kbps or 800kbps upstream) where the local telephone exchange permits.

David Shimell, Sales Director for VideoCentric said “The new extensions to our service are exciting. Virtually every business and every home office in the UK can now take advantage of unified communications (voice, video and data) to cut their travel budget and improve business efficiency. The nominal costs are outweighed by the huge benefits, particularly when you consider that our service allows a web-cam enabled PC to make national and international calls to ISDN based meeting room systems and even host a 4 or 5 site multi-site conference without buying any extra hardware or software”.

Please phone +44 (0)118 974 0125 or go to www.videocentric.co.uk/managed/ip-vision.shtml for more details of the IP-Vision range of bandwidth services.

About VideoCentric: VideoCentric is a vendor-independent supplier of the world’s leading brands of video conferencing systems, streaming servers, plasma & LCD screens, PTZ cameras, data projectors and SMARTboards. Interoperability testing with Polycom, Tandberg, VCON, SONY, Codian, StarBak, RADVision, Exterity, Canon based technology provides a sound basis for our technical support and the provision of IPVision broadband lines and free-ISDN installation assists customers to select a complete end-to-end solution for e-learning, medical, financial, banking, government and legal applications.

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Sally Fane Reunites with Management Team

Sally Fane, most recently Telecom Manager of Seiko Corporation of America in Mahwah, New Jersey and Director of Operations for RCI Conference Call Services in Wayne, New Jersey for over a decade hs reunited with Chuck Seergy and the management team of CMS Telcom.

Wayne, New Jersey (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 -- CMS Telecom is proud to announce that Sally Fane has joined the company in the capacity of Director of Operations. Most recently Sally was the Telecom Manager of Seiko Corporation of America in Mahwah, New Jersey. Prior to that she was the Director of Operations for RCI Conference Call Services in Wayne, New Jersey for over a decade. In her new role she will oversee the customer service division and other operations units to help CMS to continue to deliver an individual level of attention that is second to none.

According to Chuck Seergy, CEO of CMS Telecom, “Sally has great experience with call center activities, customer service and telephony solutions. She is devoted to satisfying each customer’s particular needs. Sally will be a key member of our team as we continue to grow and bring new services to the market.”

CMS Telecom continually strives to grow their partnership base to ensure that they can deliver unbiased, “best-of-breed” solutions for any telecommunications issue and business need. CMS’s proprietary Hosted Phone Service utilizes VoIP technology to deliver feature-rich telecom services at a fraction of the cost of owning a traditional PBX system. The Data Services Division provides clients with most trusted brands of storage and backup tapes at below market prices.

CMS Telecom has created a comprehensive team of communications and data specialists that represent experts in areas of hardware, software and service and will be at the leading edge of the industry as it rapidly evolves. The other advantage CMS Telecom brings to market is its enhanced leasing opportunities as well as other financing arrangements.

CMS Telecom, 1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 309, Wayne, New Jersey 07470
866-973-VOIP (8647); Fax: 973-317-2816; www.callcms.com

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IFSQN.com Announces Results of ISO 22000 Survey

The International Food Safety & Quality Network today announced the results of a survey commissioned to establish the interest of network members in the ISO 22000:2005 Standard.

Oldham, Manchester (PRWEB) July 19, 2006 -- The International Food Safety & Quality Network today announced the results of a survey commissioned to establish the interest of network members in the ISO 22000:2005 Standard.

The survey has been active on the IFSQN.com website since September 2005 following the launch of the ISO 22000:2005 Standard. The purpose of the survey was to establish the interest of network members in the ISO 22000:2005 Standard as well as the geographical location of those surveyed. To date over 150 members have responded to the survey.

IFSQN.com asked members to confirm their main interest in the ISO 22000:2005 Standard as well as their geographical location.

Of those who responded to the survey 76 confirmed they were Potential Users of the Standard, 37 Food Safety Consultants, 19 Representatives of a Certification Body, with 10 being a Representative of a Food Safety or Government Body. Respondents confirmed their location as Europe 74, Asia 31 and North America 29.

ISO 22000:2005, Food safety management systems -- Requirements for any organization in the food chain, is a new International Standard designed to ensure safe food supply chains worldwide and provides a framework of internationally harmonized requirements.

The standard has been developed within ISO by experts from the food industry, along with representatives of specialized international organizations and in close cooperation with the Codex Alimentarius Commission, the body jointly established by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO) to develop food standards.

ISO 22000 is designed to allow all types of organization within the food chain to implement a food safety management system. These range from feed producers, primary producers, food manufacturers, transport and storage operators and subcontractors to retail and food service outlets – together with related organizations such as producers of equipment, packaging material, cleaning agents, additives and ingredients.

To view or participate in the survey and discussions on ISO 22000 and other Food Safety topics visit the International Food Safety & Quality Network forums at: http://www.saferpak.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=1323

IFSQN.com is a worldwide news and information network for Food Safety & Quality Practitioners - visit us at http://www.ifsqn.com.

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The GCC Group’s 4 Millionth Cartridge

Gatehill International Limited, the manufacturing arm of The GCC Group, produces its 4,000,000th toner cartridge.

Shenzhen, China (PRWEB) July 18, 2006 -- Gatehill International Limited, the manufacturing arm of The GCC Group, produces its 4,000,000th toner cartridge. The cartridge is a 100% brand new GCC-FX9/FX10 compatible. Like all GCC compatibles, it has undergone intensive technology and intellectual property (IP) research and independent tests to ensure performance at par with its OEM counterpart, and is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 standards.

“Gatehill’s manufacturing and production teams have always been trained to work together and benchmark against strict OEM quality and performance standards. Everyone has contributed to the undertaking wonderfully,” says Stephen Hui, Xerographic Operations Manager for Gatehill. He commends team efforts by his department’s seasoned and diligent production line members and management staff, whose constantly improving knowledge and technical skills are much appreciated by the company. He adds, “This 4,000,000th cartridge is only one of the testaments to Gatehill’s and The GCC Group’s ongoing commitment to the Xerographic industry for 15 years.”

Scott Odom, Executive Director, Sales and Marketing, is also confident of the Group’s capability as a player in the consumables business. “GCC cartridges offer end users better cost per page. For our direct customers, they benefit from a more flexible margin. We also make it a point to have all GCC products non-patent infringing, to ensure our customers a steady supply of 100% new-build, quality OEM compatibles.” When asked about future plans, he says, “GCC will be more active promoting these competitive advantages that customers are sure to appreciate.”

GCC cartridges are sold under leading private and OEM brands, or under The GCC Group’s own brand, Q-Imaging™. For more details, please visit The GCC Group’s website at www.thegccgroup.com, or e-mail for your inquiries.

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Zilliant & Yankee Group to Host Webinar through the Professional Pricing Society

"Implementing a Pricing Framework – What Comes First?" Zilliant, the leading provider of data-driven price management software, will co-host with Yankee Group a Webinar titled, "Implementing a Pricing Framework – What Comes First?" on Thursday, July 20, 2006, at 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT through the Professional Pricing Society.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- Zilliant, the leading provider of data-driven price management software, will co-host with Yankee Group a Webinar titled, "Implementing a Pricing Framework – What Comes First?" on Thursday, July 20, 2006, at 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT through the Professional Pricing Society.

Improving your pricing process can be full of complexities, one of which is knowing where best to begin. And once you have taken the first step, the question remains around where to go next. Given the complex, mission critical nature of pricing, successful deployment and adoption depend heavily on the sequence with which new business processes and technologies are rolled out. Leading companies must recognize the importance of using measurement, planning, transacting, and enforcement to identify how to best prioritize the adoption of pricing framework capabilities. This Webinar will review Yankee Group’s Strategic Pricing Framework and highlight customer case studies showcasing how differing circumstances and priorities point to different routes, even with companies that have similar strategic goals.

Zilliant and Yankee Group will discuss insights into how your company can:
• Develop an understanding of the processes and major activities in the Strategic Pricing Framework.
• Leverage technology to deploy these process capabilities throughout the enterprise.
• Sequence the roll-out of new capabilities to maximize adoption and business impact.

To register for this free Webinar click here:
http://www.pricingsociety.com/webinar_details.asp?WID=129

WHAT: "Implementing a Pricing Framework – What Comes First?" Webinar

WHO:
Zilliant - Eric Hills, Vice President of Marketing
Yankee Group - Deena Cherenza, Research Analyst, Customer-Centric Strategies Group

WHEN: Thursday, July 20, 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT

About Zilliant
Zilliant is the leading provider of data-driven price management solutions that enable our customers to fully exploit their enterprise transactional history to improve price setting and execution. Zilliant’s Precision Pricing Suite combines proprietary price segmentation and optimization science with easy-to-use business applications to help customers determine and negotiate the best pricing for every sales transaction. Greater price differentiation and smarter price strategies have helped Zilliant’s customers increase profits by tens of millions of dollars. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Zilliant is a privately held company. Investors include Austin Ventures, Cardinal Ventures, JP Morgan Partners, and Trellis Partners. For more information contact Zilliant at 877.893.1085 or visit www.zilliant.com .

About Yankee Group (www.yankeegroup.com):
Yankee Group is the expert in navigating the global connectivity revolution. For more than 35 years, Yankee Group's strategic vision, research and analysis, quantified market intelligence and credible advice have been guiding innovation and empowering our clients to make critical business decisions. Headquartered in Boston, Yankee Group has a presence throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia-Pacific.

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The Right Basement Waterproofing System Can Protect Your Home From Flooding

Heavy rains show why waterproofing is so important.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- The phones were ringing off the hook. Homeowners, who never had a drop of water in their basements before, were knee deep in ground water seeping in all over. The flash floods over the past few weeks in the Washington, DC and Maryland areas, as well as in the Northeast, have caused problems in even the driest homes.

"We were on the five, six and ten o’clock news last week, showing people what we do to fix wet basements," said Daniel Fitzgerald, Vice President of Marketing at Basement Systems Inc. "With a network of basement waterproofing contractors all across the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Ireland, we’re helping dry up hundreds of wet basements each week, making homeowners very happy!"

Once or maybe twice a year we see these heavy rains, where it may rain five to six inches in a single day. And maybe once every three years we see ten inches of rain in a three or four day period. These are the times when basements get wet.

"One thing I recommend is that prior to finishing a basement… have it waterproofed," said Bob Cherry, general manager of Quality 1st Basement Systems in New Jersey. "We see so many beautifully finished basements with two, three, even six inches of water in them from these uncommonly heavy rains. If you’re going to spend 10 or 20 thousand dollars to finish your basement, you should protect the investment."

When ground water is flooding the basement, seeping in between the basement floor and the walls, or through a wall or floor crack, Basement Systems’ dealers have foolproof solutions. The patented WaterGuard basement waterproofing system by Basement Systems has been installed in over 60,000 basements in four countries. Complete with a lifetime warranty, the one-of-a-kind WaterGuard system maintains a dry environment, enabling homeowners to use the space for anything they wish.

In many homes with a basement waterproofing system installed, sump pump failure becomes the number-one cause of flooding in the basement.

"We see sump pumps get overwhelmed in these times," said Rick Wentworth, owner of Basement Systems – The Floodbusters, the local dealership that covers Maryland and the greater Washington, DC area. "With all the recent rain and flooding, we’ve received many calls from people who had sump pumps that failed or couldn’t keep up with the water. We have since switched those with our sump pump systems, but it’s too bad that people have to have their stored valuables or finished basement ruined before they get the right system installed."

The tri-patented TripleSafe sump pump system quietly pumps water drained from the WaterGuard system out of a basement using three pumps for a complete solution. Protected by an airtight compartment, the TripleSafe pumps water in a variety of scenarios. Under typical water conditions the primary pump (a high quality cast-iron pump chosen from extensive testing as the most reliable) simply does its job. But when the heavy rains come, even if only once a year, and the primary pump fails to keep up with the volume of water seeping in, the second more powerful pump joins in, effectively pumping more than 6,200 gallons of water per hour (at an eight foot head) out of the basement. In the event of a power outage, the third, battery backup sump pump takes over. The TripleSafe sump pump system is also armed with the patented WaterWatch alarm that alerts the homeowner if the water level rises above the point where the pumps should engage.

If you are knee deep in water or just cleaning up the remnants of the recent storms, you don’t have to live through another wet basement. For more information on a state-of-the-art system designed to make your home safe, dry and more comfortable, call Basement Systems at 800-261-5705 for a free inspection and estimate.

For more information, visit:
www.basementsystems.com

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Fixed WiMAX Will Jumpstart Africa while Mobile WiMAX Will Help Reenergize the Western World

Fixed WiMAX will find its best uses in the third world, while mobile WiMAX will become the broadband of choice in the developed world. New report from WTRS evaluates potential WiMAX chipset prenetration in varying market segments, provides 5 year forecasts for both fixed and mobile WiMAX, and uses Nigeria as one African model of future growth of the technology.

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- WTRS projects 31 million subscribers worldwide with 12% of those in Africa by 2010. In the U.S. mobile WiMax will eclipse fixed WiMax but in Africa, fixed WiMAX will probably show the greatest growth, given the ease of use and less stringent power requirements. In Nigeria alone great strides are being made with fixed WiMAX which will facilitate overall modernization.

WTRS does not believe it useful to simply join in the "forecast game," but focuses instead on finding the reasons for growth in a technology and providing the research to allow companies to profitably enter new markets and succeed.

Mobile WiMAX, a wireless broadband technology, is being developed to compete with advanced mobile services by expanding the throughput, offering a powerful and cost-effective alternative to the telecom industry, according to WTRS (http://www.wtrs.net). Mobile WiMAX stands to potentially eclipse the developments of fixed WiMAX due to the increased flexibility that mobility affords many of the applications targeted by WiMAX. "WiMAX is especially well suited to applications found in emerging country markets, driven by a requirement to provide communications capability to the population in spite of limited existing infrastructure," says Kirsten West, PhD, founder and Principal Analyst with the high-tech market research firm. "We have found many of the WiMAX component suppliers increasingly focused on these markets. However, the market potential of the emerging countries is deceptive given the high rates of poverty, literacy, and in many cases the lack of electrical power. "

WTRS has also found that:

1. By 2010, WTRS forecasts that approximately 3% of all mobile subscribers, or 31 million subscribers worldwide, will be using mobile WiMAX-based wireless access services. Nearly 4 million of these wireless subscribers will reside in Africa.

2. It is most likely that in the U.S., fixed WiMAX will play a minor market role and mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e) will quickly come from behind, eclipse and take the lion's share of the WiMAX market within a very short time. Among the market inhibitors to Mobile WiMAX, the high power consumption and requirement for hundreds of components present significant challenges.

3. The total addressable market for mobile WiMAX (802.11e) in Pakistan, a country with one of the largest world populations and the current focus of several large component OEMs, grows to only 12 million by 2010. By contrast, the total addressable market for Nigeria, a country with a much smaller overall population, is significantly larger.

4. In Nigeria, a population of roughly 130 million, fixed WiMAX is beginning to take off with six licensees introducing services, and with 13 more in the works all in the 3.5 GHz band. The topology of Nigeria is largely flat, hence WIMAX will fare well in that environment and, all things being equal, could become a significant factor in the economic development and modernization of the country.
5. In Africa generally he opportunities for fixed WiMAX, are much brighter, as the literacy requirement is not as stringent for the use case of a simple phone and fixed WiMAX offers a lower cost infrastructure than wired equivalents.

Recent WTRS research, WiMAX Technology Market Intelligence Report (#WT061007WMMIR), examines latest developments in the emerging fixed and mobile WiMAX markets and the role emerging country markets will play in its overall development. This report evaluates potential WiMAX chipset penetration and profitability in varying market segments. A business case study compares total addressable market for mobile WiMAX in the top African countries, as well as the early middle-eastern countries undergoing early WiMAX trials today. Five-year chipset shipment forecasts for WiMAX, fixed and mobile, are presented by worldwide geographic region, as well as by major geographic region. Five-year revenue forecasts for mobile and fixed WiMAX are also included. The report includes analysis of WiMAX technologies and alliance development, as well as an evaluation of current technology, geographical hotspots of activity, and corporate developments.

To purchase this research, or for more information, please contact George West. The price is $3,500 U.S. Dollars.

MORE INFORMATION ON THIS RESEARCH
Title: “WiMAX Market Intelligence Report: A Comprehensive Evaluation of WiMAX Market Potential Service: WiMAX Technology Options & Market Trends Tracking Service”
Product Number: WT061007WMMIR Publication Date: July 2006. Number of Pages: 86
Market Brief, Table of Contents, Figures & Tables all available upon request
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Market Research from WTRS

West Technology Research Solutions, LLC (WTRS) is an independent market research and consulting company with 8 years in wireless research specializing in Insteon, ZigBee, UWB, Bluetooth, WiMAX, IEEE 802.15.4, Wi-Fi, and other emerging wireless technologies and protocols. WTRS helps companies track the market potential & viability of wireless emerging technologies. WTRS reports are not funded by, or in any other way influenced by, companies which we study. WTRS market research and consulting services provide customers with the information they need to assess market opportunities, evaluate investments, monitor competition, form relationships, and make crucial business decisions in following cutting-edge technologies. WTRS customers range from start-ups, some still in development, to the largest and most prominent players in technology. All have an interest in market intelligence that aides them in making crucial business decisions.

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Wright Line Selects TechniCon to Streamline its Sales Process

Solution to help sales reps select, configure and layout communication consoles, furniture and enclosure products.

Emeryville, CA (PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- TechniCon today announced that Wright Line, a manufacturer of communication consoles, electronic and server enclosures, office and other specialty furniture, has selected TechniCon's CustomCommerce platform to streamline its sales and order process.

As a key part of the new sales system, an easy-to-use graphical sales tool for laying out furniture products will be deployed, virtually reducing all the steps in the sales and order process to one: making a drawing of the solution.

As products are laid out, option and spatial configuration rules are applied to build valid product assemblies. Once the layout is complete, any required documentation is automatically generated, including elevations, 3D renderings, and parts and materials lists.

All product marketing data will be stored and maintained in a Web-based product catalog. Layouts will be validated against this data, ensuring accurate and up-to-date product information and pricing. The new sales system will be integrated with Wright Line's existing quote processing and ERP systems.

Tony Mirante, President of TechniCon, explains, "TechniCon is very excited about working with Wright Line. The high level of service that their sales reps provide to their customers provides a challenge for any sales system."

"Wright Line's management understands the benefits of setting up a centralized product information system. The products they sell are complex and time consuming to configure. Using CustomCommerce, their sales reps will be able to put together sales quotes more quickly, confident in the completeness of the quotes."

Joe Welch, Wright Line's Vice President of Service and IT, stated, "We did an extensive evaluation of our internal requirements and software vendors before selecting TechniCon. TechniCon’s experience in the contract furniture industry and background working with architectural design firms were key criteria in making our selection."

About Wright Line:
Wright Line, a global leader in the design and manufacture of consoles, enclosures, office and other specialty furniture, has been serving the data center, office, call center, electronic laboratory and high-tech manufacturing environments for over 70 years. The company is headquartered in Worcester, MA and can be contacted by email or by phone, 800.225.7348.

To view the company’s full product line, visit www.wrightline.com.

About TechniCon:
Founded in 1987, TechniCon is a leading provider of e-commerce solutions for complex products. Combining over a decade of experience developing product specification and sales automation software with leading-edge Internet and visualization technology, TechniCon has developed interactive sales and configuration systems for a wide range of manufacturers, including DaimlerChrysler, Motorola, and Steelcase. TechniCon (www.technicon.com) is headquartered in Emeryville, CA with additional offices in St. Louis, MO.

TechniCon is a service mark of TechniCon Corporation.

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Third Party Logistics WMS Software - Volume 2 has Detailed Product Information on 40 Warehouse Management Systems for 3PL Operations

New research report covers of 40 Warehouse Management Systems for 3PL, 4PL, contract, or public warehousing operations. Volume 2 is called “Third Party Logistics WMS Software - Detailed Product Profiles & Product Analysis ” on 40 Warehouse Management Systems.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- New research report covers of 40 Warehouse Management Systems. Enables one to be thorough in selecting a WMS for your 3PL, 4PL, contract, or public warehousing operation. 40 WMS solutions from 37 companies are listed in detail.

Volume 2 is called “Third Party Logistics WMS Software - Detailed Product Profiles & Product Analysis ” on 40 Warehouse Management Systems. This report is -

Thorough - Over 90% of the WMS solutions for the 3PL market place are covered in this report.
Global - Besides North America -- Many European, Australian, Pacific Rim, and India based solutions are listed.
Detailed - Extensive company, product, and analysis are done on each WMS solution.
According to Art Liebeskind, President of Howard Way & Associates, "Volume II is a deep analysis of 40 possible vendors with contact personnel and an exhaustive analysis of their corporate experience as well as their strengths and weaknesses. It is a source book for possible suppliers to fill your needs. To do the research an any single one of these vendors would cost many times the price of the books."

Table of Contents of Volume 2:

Chapter 1 - Software Solution Profile Field Explained - Page 9
Chapter 2 - Software Solution Profiles - Page 29
Advanta ATLAS - Page 30
Argos ABECAS Insight - Page 47
ASC ASCTrac - Page 60
Atlas WARES - Page 77
ATMS StockTrack PLUS - Page 91
Cadre Cadence WMS - Page 106
CAL Consult CALwms - Page 120
Camelot 3PLink® - Page 134
CAPE eWMS - Page 149
Core CoreWarehouse - Page 163
Coreflex Coreflex - Page 177
Datex Datex EX 3PL WMS - Page 193
DSA Foxware RF - Page 208
Four Soft Ltd 4S eLog - Page 221
Fujitsu MLS - Page 234
Headwater WarehouseLogic - Page 248
HK iristaWare Suite - Page 265
Infinite Floormation 6 - Page 280
IWS IRMS WMS - Page 295
Knapp KISoft Warehouse - Page 308
LDS / Cadre Accuplus - Page 323
Manhattan Warehouse Management (WM) - Page 339
MARC / RP MARC Suite - Page 362
Maves eZ-Ware - Page 381
Motek Priya - Page 395
Proteus PROTEUS - Page 409
Provia/SSA FourSite WMS - Page 423
Provia/SSA ViaWare WMS 439
Radcliffe ROC Enterprise - Page 456
Radio Beacon RADIO BEACON WMS - Page 471
RedPrairie DLx Warehouse/D - Page 489
Robocom RIMS - Page 507
Salomon WAMAS - Page 520
Savant Savant WMS - Page 534
Scenic sceStar™ Suite - Page 548
Seven Hills eBizET SC Suite - Page 562
Softeon ELITE WMS - Page 577
SSA Global SSA Warehouse Management 4000 - Page 592
Sterling nWMS - Page 616
wms wmsView - Page 631
Zethcon Synapse - Page 644

What's Inside

This is global research covering forty WMS solutions across the globe. Each WMS solution is detailed - with company & product histories, key company personnel, product offerings, technology underpinnings, sample customers, WMS functionality needed by 3PLs, and detailed analysis by the IDII Product Analyzer. IDII comments & insights on the WMS solutions are also included.

Important, Valuable, and Time Saving

Volume 2 is large - 660 pages on 8.5 x 11 inch format. Publisher: IDII. Single printed copy and single user PDF copy is $795 USD. Company-wide licensing is also available from IDII for $2995. To order, see http://www.idii.com/orderdigital.htm. A companion Volume 1 is also available called "Third Party Logistics WMS Software - Selection Strategies & Side-by-Side Comparisons".

For professional reviews - see http://www.idii.com/softeval/reviews.html

For more details - see http://www.idii.com/softeval/overview.htm

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Legionella Prevention Water Treatment Manufacturer Welcomes Norwegian Partnership

ProCare Water Treatment Inc. of Canada finalizes exclusivity distributorship agreement with Inlet AS to promote and supply Norway, Denmark and Sweden with Legionella control water treatment technology for healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hotels and cruise ships.

Oslo, Norway (PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -– ProCare Water Treatment Inc. ( Moncton, NB, Canada ) finalizes exclusivity distributorship agreement with Inlet AS to promote and supply Norway, Denmark and Sweden with water treatment technology engineered for Legionella control within healthcare facilities, nursing homes, hotels and cruise ships.

Inlet is the most recent to partner, undertake technology training and fully qualify to represent the Canadian manufacturing company that specializes in Legionella control and prevention water treatment technology.

Inlet’s primary mandate in Scandinavia will be to develop long term strategic relations within the industry, sales & distribution, training, installations, quality control assurance, on-going local technology support and monitoring.

“Many facility operators and owners have difficulty respecting environmental guidelines and laws when dealing with Legionella bacteria. Logistically and financially, traditional water treatment techniques such as chlorine dosing or thermal shocking offer marginal short term results and are not cost effective.” said Mr. Stein Ove Gordner, General Manager of Inlet in Norway. “What industry requires is this long term and affordable solution that delivers safe water while eliminating unnecessary exposure and labour costs. ProCare Water Treatment Inc. has uniquely proven this to be possible and is the reason why we have chosen them to proceed with their technology and strategic partnership.”

The technology, originally used by NASA over 30 years ago, is based on the ionisation process of pure elemental copper and silver into a water distribution system. Safe and harmless to humans, the modern version of the technology is widely recognized by health authorities around the world as part of an overall Legionella control and prevention program.

ProCare Water Treatment Inc. has additional strategic business partnership in the United States and most of Europe. It owns world patents and automation processes unique in the industry to deliver a maintenance free water treatment solution combined with guaranteed Legionella control results.

Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia that can occur when water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria are inhaled by a susceptible host. The elderly and people with weakened immune systems are prone to infections when exposed to the bacteria. Although it is widely under-diagnosed, as much as 43% of known reported cases succumb to the infection.

Travelers Legionnaires’ disease, associated with hotels, resorts and cruise ships, is also becoming a topic of conversation among many facility operators who understand the legal and public relation repercussions associated to this preventable disease.

Legionnaire’s disease was originally discovered during a 1976 Legionnaire’s convention in Philadelphia. Since then, thousands of cases are reported each year around the world with one of the latest outbreaks being in Amsterdam, Netherlands where 24 people have contracted the disease thus far.

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Oak Brook Illinois Consultancy Recognized as one of the Top 100 Solution Providers

Leading Business Magazine Presents Annual Listing of Innovative Supply and Demand Chain Vendors: Supply and Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive’s user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, this week recognized The Mpower Group as one of the Top 100 innovative solution providers.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- Leading Business Magazine Presents Annual Listing of Innovative Supply and Demand Chain Vendors: Supply and Demand Chain Executive Magazine, the executive’s user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, this week recognized The Mpower Group as one of the Top 100 innovative solution providers.

The Mpower Group was selected as one of the top 100 solution providers, after a grueling selection process that included hundreds of applications and months of research conducted by the selection committee

The 2006 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 are leading providers of supply chain services and technologies across a variety of industries that can demonstrate that their solutions and services are at the forefront of innovation, addressing the needs of companies of varying sizes and assisting in the transformation of a diverse mix of the functions that make up the supply chain.

The criteria set for the 2006 Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100 were as follows;
- History of Innovation; how the company has contributed to the advancement of supply chain transformation and enablement
- Future of Innovation; how the company is contributing to the future advancement of supply chain transformation and enablement
- Case Study; a case study demonstrating how the company has assisted a client in introducing innovation into the clients supply chain

Since its inception six (6) years ago, The Mpower Group has benefited from and expanded upon its reputation as a thought leader in the Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain industry. As a result TMG continues to experience impressive growth from year to year. The Mpower Group is both humbled and honored to be recognized of as one of the Top 100 Innovative Solution Providers in 2006. The acknowledgment comes as a welcome addition to the 2005 recognition of The Mpower Group’s President and CEO, Dalip Raheja, as one of the 20 Practitioners Pros to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine. Looking towards the future, The Mpower Group has founded and organizes the Best Practices Xchange (BPX). The BPX is a who’s who of the top Sourcing and Supply Chain Executives. These Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Management executives represent many of the top corporations. Collectively, these firms generate over $225 billion in sales, employ over 1.0 million people and enjoy worldwide operations. A representative sampling of current BPX members include:
• The worlds largest quick service restaurant
• One of the nations largest utilities
• One of the largest retailers in the world
• Three of the largest insurance companies in the nation
• The worlds leading manufacturer of construction, mining equipment, engines, and turbines
• One of the largest financial services companies in the nation
• One of the oldest and largest industrial equipment manufacturers in the nation
• A leader in office products distribution

As Dalip Raheja, President and CEO of The Mpower Group put it, “I am really pleased with the way The Mpower Group has put Chicago in the center of the Strategic Sourcing/Supply Chain universe.”

About The Mpower Group:
The Mpower Group (“TMG”), a certified minority supplier, serves Fortune 500 organizations globally, solving complex issues related to their supply chain and strategic sourcing operations including outsourcing and offshoring. TMG emphasizes world-class business practices related to strategy, process and technology that truly drive superior financial results for their clients. Dalip Raheja, the firm’s President and CEO, is nationally recognized for his thought-leadership and advanced strategic concepts in the areas of Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Management. On the web at: www.thempowergroup.com

About Supply & Demand Chain Executive:
Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine is the executive’s user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, utilizing hard-hitting analysis, viewpoints and unbiased case studies to steer executives and supply management professionals through the complicated, yet critical, world of supply and demand chain enablement to gain competitive advantage. On the web at www.sdcexec.com

Contact Information:
Glenn Kwiatkowski
The Mpower Group
(630)268-8963 (Office)
www.thempowergroup.com

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The Producers of IndustrialLeaders.com Announce the Launch of Its Industrial Supply World Trade Forum

Introducing the first Global Industrial Trade Board specifically designed for buyers and sellers of industrial supplies, equipment and machinery.

Westboro, MA (PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- IndustrialLeaders.com, an online network of industrial portals for engineers and IT professionals, today announced the grand opening of its online world trade forum for companies involved in the industrial marketplace.

According to the company, the forum offers the first interactive industrial supply trade board for manufacturers, exporters, importers and distributors of industrial products in need of highly targeted trade leads.

The forum is intended primarily, but not limited to, companies in Canada, United States, Australia, United Kingdom, China, India and countries of the European Union. All of which can access the site at no charge to explore trading opportunities to buy and sell a broad range of industrial and technical goods.

The products sold through the forum include, industrial and engineering supplies, manufacturing machinery and machine tools, automation equipment, measuring and testing instruments, chemicals, electrical supplies, electronic components, metals and alloys, maintenance equipment, bearings, gears, lubricants and many other products for industrial, engineering and construction applications.

Interested industrial suppliers and buyers can access the forum and become an immediate member at, www.ForeignTradeExchange.com/forum/

"We have created the forum to help manufacturers and exporters enter or expand into foreign markets, develop mutually beneficial trading partnerships and strengthen their supply chain," says Don LaBelle, co-founder and CEO of IndustrialLeaders.com. "Unlike many trade forums that often charge outrageous fees just to view their leads, we wanted users to be able to locate potential trading partners in a more open and free atmosphere."

He added, "Our entire team at IndustrialLeaders.com is proud to be part of the first world trade forum that instantly connects engineers and other technical buyers with suitable manufacturers and exporters all over the world." "Next week our employees will hold a breakfast celebration in honor of the forum's launch at the company's headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts."

According to LaBelle, the forum, which is fully moderated, already has over 400 offerings to buy and sell industrial goods. The company plans to add additional boards to the forum covering specific trading topics to further increase user benefits and encourage international activity.

About IndustrialLeaders.com

IndustrialLeaders.com is a Web based industrial supply directory, and a division of 'Worldwide Industrial Marketplace,' an international network of industrial portals reaching tens of thousands of engineers, importers and technical buyers monthly.

Qualified manufacturers and suppliers of industrial products are invited to list their company free of charge at, www.IndustrialLeaders.com.

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Tekon Corporation Joins Sealing Technologies Management, Inc.

Tekon Corporation is pleased to announce it has been acquired by the company that has been making its superior chemical line of products since 2004.

Canyon Lake, CA (PRWEB) July 17, 2006 -- Tekon Corporation is pleased to announce it has been acquired by the company that has been making its superior chemical line of products since 2004.

Fred Adickes was part in a leading toy development firm and helped take part in the creation of products for major companies such as Fisher Price and Ideal. Fred Adickes also spent many years as a consultant to Mattel Toys. Fred Adickes is on record as helping create the Hot Wheels line of toys.

Eric Adickes, the son of Fred Adickes was and is President of CTek, LLC formed in 1996. CTek, LLC known for fabricating innovative products that include one-of-kind futuristic cars for the entertainment industry. The breez system glass panels, which architects can fit together to create walls, are among CTek´s most recent designs.

The name Tekon and logo was personally created by Fred Adickes as CEO and President of CTek Coating, LLC in the fall of 2002. The Tekon letters are the same used in the letters Tek of CTek. Fred Adickes, designed the oval logo for Tekon using the C art from the unique C in CTek to surround the letters Tekon much in the same way the C surrounded the letters Tek in the CTek Coatings, LLC logo also designed by Fred Adickes in 1996. Fred Adickes CEO and President of CTek Coatings, LLC filed the Tekon trademark 10/10/03.

Fred Adickes and Eric Adickes owned 60% of CTek Coatings, LLC. The Tekon product Greek names were named by Fred Adickes.

On 9/16/03 CEO and President of CTEK Coatings, LLC Fred Adickes leased a new office for CTek Coatings/Tekon located at 17981 Suite K Sky Park Circle, Irvine CA 92614.

On or about 3/18/04 CEO and President of CTek Coatings, LLC Fred Adickes filed an application and was approved for Tekon, LLC. Many business dealings the customers wanted to deal with a corporation, not a LLC so at a later date Fred Adickes would file for the Tekon corporation.

Most of the chemicals that CTek Coatings/Tekon used were purchased from different manufacturers and relabeled with the Tekon Greek names.

Late 2004 Fred Adickes Tekon Corporation became the Division of Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. would begin to produce and supply Fred Adickes Tekon Corporation with chemicals produced by Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. own chemist.

Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. is now the owner of Tekon Corporation. Tekon Corporation licensed and authorized since 2004.

Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. has been licensed and authorized since 2004 to manufacture Tekon´s Alpha, Beta, Delta, Gamma and other chemicals. If the Tekon line of products are not manufactured by Tekon Corporation, a Division of Sealing Technologies Management, Inc. they are not licensed and authorized to manufacture the Tekon chemical line of products.

Business opportunities available. If interested in being in contact or receive information on becoming a Tekon Applicator or Distributor please visit the Tekon Corporation website at www.TekonStore.com

For the complete history on how Tekon began please visit our website.

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Metrofuser Reaches Environmental Milestone

Roselle, NJ (PRWEB) July 16, 2006 -- HP LaserJet printer parts provider Metrofuser has announced it has reclaimed over 240,000 pounds of used computer hardware through its recycling program since the company’s inception in 2004.

The program offers business consumers ways to discard used or unwanted HP Laser Printers in a convenient and environmentally responsible manner. Metrofuser’s recycling program operates nationally and seeks to reduce the environmental impact of obsolete IT products and minimize waste destined for landfills.

Plastics and metals recovered from laser printers recycled by Metrofuser are used in new Metrofuser products. The program utilizes 99% of the material collected, generating very little waste.

Metrofuser is on target to meet its national goal to recycle half a million pounds of computer hardware by the end of 2007. In 2005, Metrofuser recycled approximately 140 thousand pounds of hardware nationally - an increase of 800 percent over the previous year.

Metrofuser’s primary business mission is to remanufacture and distribute parts for use in the laser printer service industry. The company’s facility in Roselle, New Jersey processes, repairs, packages and distributes parts to be sold to printer service providers and resellers nationwide.

"Our industry relies on quality cost efficient alternatives to the OEM offerings (original equipment manufacturer) so our company’s remanufactured parts are in high demand." said Will DeMuth, Vice President, "Metrofuser’s products are working behind the scenes in Fortune 500 companies and small business to keep America printing."

The company will be expanding the program in 2007 by raising awareness and increasing the rate of electronics recycling among business consumers in the United States.

About Metrofuser
Metrofuser remanufactures and distributes laser printer parts. The company offers a broad array of laser printer products including fusers, maintenance kits, boards and paper handling assemblies. Metrofuser’s products and services are available only through its channel distribution partners. More information on Metrofuser’s return and recycling program is available at http://www.metrofuser.com or call 908-245-2100 Ext 107.

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Finding the Right Workshop Tool Just Got Easier

Every workshop operates under pressure. Having the right tools to tackle both routine and out of the ordinary jobs is key to safe and efficient working and keeping customers happy. Responding to this, Damar International Ltd, UK distributors for Hazet precision automotive tools from Germany, have put the entire 192 page catalogue on line at www.damar.biz and backed this up with expert phone support.

(PRWEB) July 16, 2006 -- Every workshop operates under pressure. Having the right tools to tackle both routine and out of the ordinary jobs is key to safe and efficient working and keeping customers happy. Responding to this, Damar International Ltd, UK distributors for Hazet precision automotive tools from Germany, have put the entire 192 page catalogue on line at www.damar.biz and backed this up with expert phone support.

The Hazet range is a dream for engineers, technicians, specialists and other professionals who value quality. In addition to the expected precision forged chrome plated and stainless sockets, wrenches and regular tools, there are cabinets for safe storage, tools for prestige marques and an extensive list of special tools. Working in confined spaces for example? Perhaps you need an endoscope or laser light to see the problem and flexible tools to fix it? A tricky body repair? Perhaps a special hammer to massage out minor dents without stretching the metal will provide the answer. Hazet have developed solutions for many of these time consuming and frustrating repair and service tasks.

Tool users span a range of industries – automotive, agriculture, aerospace, engineering, motorcycles, marine and bodyshops. Hazet have developed their tool ranges in partnership with world-class automotive manufacturers who specify Hazet as their factory approved tool choice for their production and dealer networks. Damar can offer tools specially engineered by Hazet for almost any auto brand.

In the UK, Damar International work directly with major manufacturers, franchise holders, dealerships and independent workshops. Managing Director Brian Martin explained, “We have been tool distributors for over 21 years, importing from 30 countries and exporting to over 50 countries and source from over 250 of the world’s leading manufacturers. This experience is a resource that we are happy to share with our worldwide customers so that whatever their needs we can source the right tools to solve their problems.” Hazet and other specialist tools can be viewed on Damar’s web site www.damar.biz or the company will give advice on selecting the right tool on 01162 764 144 or by fax at 01162 460 663.

More Information
Brian Martin, Managing Director, Damar International Ltd
Clipper Road, Troon Industrial Estate, Leicester, LE4 9JE, UK
Tel. +44 (0)1162 764144 Fax. +44 (0)1162 460663
Web: www.damar.biz

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Midwest Equipment Recovers Asset Costs for Miller Brewing

As a result of utilizing Midwest Equipment's liquidation service, Miller Brewing gained greater exposure to buyers, relieved the burden of using internal labor resources to sell used equipment and sold its brewery assets for approximately 60 to 70% more than it could have on its own. Because Midwest Equipment maintains relationships with surplus equipment buyers on a ongoing basis, the liquidation of Miller's Milwaukee Brewery assets was executed smoothly and quickly.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 16, 2006 -- Miller Brewing, one of the largest beer manufacturers in the world, owns and operates several breweries across the United States. During the ongoing course of its operations, Miller often upgrades its capital equipment assets and decommissions older equipment. It is a continuous challenge for manufacturers to recover value for older equipment that is either sitting in a warehouse or bone yard and may still have market value. As part of Miller's efforts to improve asset utilization and recover costs, Miller hired Midwest Equipment to help with the liquidation of surplus assets at its breweries.

In March of 2006, Midwest Equipment marketed assets from Miller's Milwaukee Brewery to buyers throughout North America and Europe. During the liquidation process, prospective buyers were asked to submit competitive bids to Midwest on Miller's behalf in order to purchase the surplus assets from the Milwaukee Brewery. In contrast to other liquidation services, Midwest includes the valuation-appraisal of equipment at no additional costs. According to Andrew Turner, Midwest Equipment's president, "We are here to serve our clients and believe that manufacturer's should not have to pay for valuations associated with liquidations when there is significant value already in the assets that will be liquidated." The valuation helped Miller to understand the market prices of its assets.

As a result of utilizing Midwest Equipment's liquidation service, Miller gained greater exposure to buyers, relieved the burden of using internal labor resources to sell used equipment and sold its brewery assets for approximately 60 to 70% more than it could have on its own. Because Midwest Equipment maintains relationships with surplus equipment buyers on a ongoing basis, the liquidation of Miller's Milwaukee Brewery assets was executed smoothly and quickly.

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La Tortilla Factory® Selects DEACOM ERP to Strengthen Process Control

Deacom, Inc. announces that La Tortilla Factory®, headquartered in Santa Rosa, CA, has chosen the DEACOM Accounting & Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to integrate its entire food manufacturing operations in order to maximize productivity and profitability.

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) July 16, 2006 -- Deacom, Inc. announces that La Tortilla Factory®, headquartered in Santa Rosa, CA, has chosen the DEACOM Accounting & Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to integrate its entire food manufacturing operations in order to maximize productivity and profitability.

La Tortilla Factory®, the first baker to introduce fat-free and low-carb tortillas to the market, will utilize the DEACOM ERP software system to control inventory levels, access sales order information online, manage formulas, and reduce existing manual processes, such as EDI order imports and customer relationship management (CRM).

“With all the growth in the past few years, our manual process control systems have become cumbersome and not very cost effective,” explains Stan Mead, CFO of La Tortilla Factory®. “We need the integrated DEACOM software system to improve and automate process control in sales, purchasing, inventory, lot tracking, and accounting. With Deacom’s outstanding track record of service and support, we are confident that we’ll reach our goal.”

As a complete business solution for process and mixed-mode manufacturers, the DEACOM software system manages the unique business process issues faced by food and beverage manufacturers.

Jay Deakins, President and Founder of Deacom, Inc., says, “DEACOM is designed to be an intuitive software system for batch process manufacturers. That’s why it works so well for the food and beverage manufacturing industry – it offers all the ease-of-use, security, and scalability features necessary to effectively formulate, produce, and distribute a highly-regulated product. We are pleased to help La Tortilla Factory in their mission to cultivate an efficient and successful operation.”

The DEACOM ERP system is set to achieve full implementation by September of 2006.

To learn more about the DEACOM integrated accounting & ERP software system, or to schedule a free web demonstration, call 610-971-2278 ext. 15 or visit www.deacom.net.

About Deacom, Inc.

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

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L-com Releases RoHS Information on Its Connectivity Products

L-com Connectivity Products, of North Andover, MA, has responded to the Restriction on Hazardous Materials (RoHS) directive by releasing the RoHS status of its cables, connectors, adapters, and other connectivity products on its web site: www.L-com.com. In response to the large number of military, security, and medical industry uses for its products, for which the RoHS status is important when specifying components for projects, this change allows buyers, engineers, and technicians easy access to up-to-date RoHS status information.

North Andover, MA (PRWEB) July 15, 2006 -- L-com Connectivity Products, of North Andover, MA, has responded to the Restriction on Hazardous Materials (RoHS) directive by releasing the RoHS status of its cables, connectors, adapters, and other connectivity products on its web site: www.L-com.com. In response to the large number of military, security, and medical industry uses for its products, for which the RoHS status is important when specifying components for projects, this change allows buyers, engineers, and technicians easy access to up-to-date RoHS status information.

By putting the RoHS detail right in the product's web page
This enhancement to its already popular web site is in line with new industry norms. "By putting the RoHS detail right in the product's web page," said L-com Executive Director, Al Contarino, "we are continuing our commitment to make shopping for essential connectivity products easier. I'm sure component engineers and buyers appreciate the effort and wish all their vendors would do this."

The RoHS directive, which was first adopted by the European Union in 2003, officially took effect on July 1st, 2006. It restricts the amount of certain substances, deemed to be hazardous in large quantities, from use in many electrical components, in an effort to reduce hazardous substance buildup in landfills.

L-com has been working on converting its product line over to comply with the RoHS directive for over a year, but has only provided the details on individual items on a per-request basis. This shift is seen as further evidence of L-com's concern and commitment to quality.

About L-com Connectivity Products
L-com designs and manufactures copper and fiber cable assemblies, interconnection adaptors, connectors and cable test equipment. In addition to a vast inventory of standard products, L-com has extensive custom product design and manufacturing capabilities that include:

· Assembled and Injection Molded Data Cables
· Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies and Adaptors
· Modular and Telco Assemblies
· Low Loss Video and Monitor Cables
· Unique Bulkhead Connectors
· Machined or Cast Coaxial Connectors and Adaptors
· Sheet Metal Fabrication of Rack Panels and Enclosures
· Special Bulk Cable Formulations (Low Smoke Zero Halogen, Ultra-Flexible, etc.)
· Military and Special Packaging, Kitting, Custom Labeling and Bar-coding

L-com also distributes selected products to complement its manufactured goods including: Ethernet hubs and switches, routers, media converters, protocol converters, KVM switches, video distribution amplifiers/switches and network test equipment. The company provides simple, one-stop shopping for its customers. For more information, please visit L-com Connectivity Products.

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Emerging End-use Applications Promise Fresh Growth in Mature Mechanical Test Equipment Market

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, finds that these markets earned revenues of $627.4 million in 2005 and is likely to reach $811.7 million in 2012.

Palo Alto, Calif. (PRWEB) July 15, 2006 -- Expanding end-user application opportunities seems to suggest a strong revival in the saturated mechanical test equipment market. The demand for this equipment is no longer confined to traditional end-user industries such as automotive, aerospace, metals, plastics and ceramics but is rapidly growing in a wide range of new and relatively unexplored areas.

New analysis from Frost & Sullivan World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, finds that these markets earned revenues of $627.4 million in 2005 and is likely to reach $811.7 million in 2012.

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 World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, then send an e-mail to Tori Foster, 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.

“Emerging end-use applications such as bio-medical engineering, biotechnology, semiconductors, micro-machining and medical devices offer promising opportunities and are expected to significantly enhance the growth potential of the mechanical test equipment market in future,” says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst S. Vidyasankar.

In medical laboratories, for instance, mechanical test equipment is used to assess the strength of artificial knee joints, while servohydraulic testing machines are extensively used to test micro-machined components for fatigue or endurance.

Exciting growth opportunities also exist in Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe due to increased industrial activity in these regions. Due to undeniable cost advantages offered by China, India, South Korea, Hungary, Poland and Romania, among others, these countries have become a preferred destination for relocation of manufacturing activities from the more developed markets of North America and Western Europe.

This trend has impacted the mechanical test equipment market by causing a paradigm shift in demand and creating new markets that hold considerable growth potential. As a result, test equipment vendors are now strongly focused on expanding their presence in these developing markets either by establishing branches or by building a dealership/distribution network.

“Demand for mechanical test equipment is poised to grow exponentially, with these emerging markets continuing to attract considerable investments in infrastructure and industrial development by local and multinational organizations,” says Vidyasankar. “The continued growth of industrial activity in these regions, along with increased knowledge and awareness regarding mechanical testing is expected to drive market growth.”
However, the growing move toward nondestructive testing (NDT) poses a considerable challenge to equipment vendors. With NDT techniques gaining in acceptance and the availability of various kinds of simulation and analysis software in the market, mechanical or destructive testing runs the risk of being pushed into the background.

Nevertheless, the focus on quality control and the need to adhere to industry standards and specifications such as ASTM and ISO make it imperative to perform destructive testing, thereby ensuring its sustained demand. Moreover, the testing industry is largely a conservative one, and the chances of mechanical testing getting completely replaced by NDT techniques, despite their growing popularity, seem remote.

“Destructive or mechanical testing is highly essential to understand the failure mechanism of various components and is unlikely to be replaced entirely by NDT,” says Vidyasankar. “Industry specifications and standards will continue to drive the demand for mechanical test equipment in the years to come.”

World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, part of the General Purpose Test Subscription, provides a comprehensive view of the mechanical testing industry along with revenue forecasts for various mechanical testing techniques, latest technological developments, as well as key market trends. In this research service, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following technologies: universal testing machines, servohydraulic testing machines, hardness test equipment, and impact test equipment. 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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New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (www.testandmeasurement.frost.com), World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, finds that these markets earned revenues of $627.4 million in 2005 and is likely to reach $811.7 million in 2012.

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 World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, then send an e-mail to Tori Foster, 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.

“Emerging end-use applications such as bio-medical engineering, biotechnology, semiconductors, micro-machining and medical devices offer promising opportunities and are expected to significantly enhance the growth potential of the mechanical test equipment market in future,” says Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst S. Vidyasankar.

In medical laboratories, for instance, mechanical test equipment is used to assess the strength of artificial knee joints, while servohydraulic testing machines are extensively used to test micro-machined components for fatigue or endurance.

Exciting growth opportunities also exist in Asia Pacific and Eastern Europe due to increased industrial activity in these regions. Due to undeniable cost advantages offered by China, India, South Korea, Hungary, Poland and Romania, among others, these countries have become a preferred destination for relocation of manufacturing activities from the more developed markets of North America and Western Europe.

This trend has impacted the mechanical test equipment market by causing a paradigm shift in demand and creating new markets that hold considerable growth potential. As a result, test equipment vendors are now strongly focused on expanding their presence in these developing markets either by establishing branches or by building a dealership/distribution network.

“Demand for mechanical test equipment is poised to grow exponentially, with these emerging markets continuing to attract considerable investments in infrastructure and industrial development by local and multinational organizations,” says Vidyasankar. “The continued growth of industrial activity in these regions, along with increased knowledge and awareness regarding mechanical testing is expected to drive market growth.”

However, the growing move toward nondestructive testing (NDT) poses a considerable challenge to equipment vendors. With NDT techniques gaining in acceptance and the availability of various kinds of simulation and analysis software in the market, mechanical or destructive testing runs the risk of being pushed into the background.

Nevertheless, the focus on quality control and the need to adhere to industry standards and specifications such as ASTM and ISO make it imperative to perform destructive testing, thereby ensuring its sustained demand. Moreover, the testing industry is largely a conservative one, and the chances of mechanical testing getting completely replaced by NDT techniques, despite their growing popularity, seem remote.

“Destructive or mechanical testing is highly essential to understand the failure mechanism of various components and is unlikely to be replaced entirely by NDT,” says Vidyasankar. “Industry specifications and standards will continue to drive the demand for mechanical test equipment in the years to come.”

World Mechanical Test Equipment Market, part of the General Purpose Test Subscription, provides a comprehensive view of the mechanical testing industry along with revenue forecasts for various mechanical testing techniques, latest technological developments, as well as key market trends. In this research service, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following technologies: universal testing machines, servohydraulic testing machines, hardness test equipment, and impact test equipment. Interviews are available to the press.

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

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IPLAS Launches The Plastic Trades Auction Site

IPLAS announces the recent launching of their Plastic Trades Auction and Classifieds site.

Georgetown, Texas (PRWEB) July 15, 2006 -- The IPLAS division of Texas Plastic Technologies recently launched a new tool for those in the worldwide plastics industry who wish to list products, services, equipment, materials, or other items for sale, wanted, or for auction. The site, titled “The Plastic Trades Auction and
Classifieds Site”, is managed and maintained by The Plastic Trades division of IPLAS and is available at http://www.plastictrades.com.

Fees are as low as $3 for a full 30 day listing with 2 graphics, and the site offers typical eBay-style features such as Buy Now buttons, Galleries, and individual store fronts at no charge for members. Membership is also no charge. Banner advertising is available for as low as $19.95 per month.

As a promotion to encourage registration, The Plastic Trades is now automatically depositing $20 cash into each new members account to be used towards listing fees. For more detail visit The Plastic Trades at http://www.plastictrades.com. Or contact Doc Carter by email at e-mail protected from spam bots

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July 14, 2006

Leading Alsbridge Consultants to Address Controversies and Myths Surrounding Outsourcing and Offshoring on BizRadio

Three leading consultants from Alsbridge will address the controversies and myths surrounding the Outsourcing and Offshoring industries on the BizRadio Network 1320 AM Houston, Saturday, July 15, 2006, at 11 AM CST on Global EvolutionTM, hosted by JD Messinger.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Three leading consultants from Alsbridge will address the controversies and myths surrounding the Outsourcing and Offshoring industries on the BizRadio Network 1320 AM Houston, Saturday, July 15, 2006, at 11 AM CST on Global EvolutionTM, hosted by JD Messinger. This live broadcast will feature Ben Trowbridge, CEO and Managing Partner North America; Pat Garrett, Partner North America; and Tim Lloyd, Managing Partner, Europe. In addition to listening on the radio, you can listen on the internet by audio streaming on www.jdmessinger.com during the live broadcast or anytime afterwards by downloading the show. (For download instructions to listen anytime, anywhere, visit www.jdmessinger.com.)

During the one-hour segment, entitled “Sleepless in the Boardroom – The Sourcing Dilemma,” each will offer personal insight into the world of outsourcing and offshoring and explain how buyers and providers can learn to survive and thrive together in this highly competitive industry. Alsbridge is the premier consulting firm providing unbiased advice on outsourcing, shared services and offshoring.

“The outsourcing and offshoring industries are largely misrepresented in mainstream media,” noted Ben Trowbridge. “However, we continue to see a significant, positive impact on the U.S. economy as large companies seek to improve processes while concurrently reducing overhead costs. Outsourcing is an integral part of many Fortune 500 companies’ business plans and this radio segment will serve as a important venue to open dialogue and have a meaningful discussion about the trends and future of outsourcing, as well as its impact on the global economy.”

Topics discussed during the radio program will include how outsourcing trends began, how outsourcing and offshoring function in today’s U.S. ad global economies and the current trends and forecasts for the industry.

“The myths surrounding outsourcing and offshoring are not limited to the United States only,” noted Rick Simmonds. “In fact, the impact of outsourcing and offshoring on the global economy ranges in the billions of dollars each year. That’s why it’s essential that we try to understand outsourcing from an international perspective.”

About Global EvolutionTM
Global Evolution™ helps you survive and thrive in a rapidly changing world by providing a global perspective on trends and opportunities that impact your business and your life. Global Evolution™ is a platform for promoting global awareness and understanding by sharing theories, practices, values, beliefs and traditions from around the world. Global Evolution™ emphasizes the essential qualities to succeed and connects people, products, services and markets in over 30 countries. You can listen on the Internet or via pod casting from www.jdmessinger.com.

About Alsbridge
Alsbridge (www.alsbridge.com) is the premier consulting firm providing unbiased advice on the use of Outsourcing, Shared Services and Offshoring for functions such as Information Technology (IT), Human Resources (HR), Finance & Accounting (F&A), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Procurement, and other business processes. Our consultants average over 15 years experience specializing in Outsourcing, Shared Services and Offshoring transactions and have served as managing partners and senior executives at leading firms such as Ernst & Young, Capgemini, EDS, Accenture, PwC and KPMG. With global presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, we provide clients with unmatched functional experience and in-depth industry knowledge. We help clients reduce costs, improve processes and maximize shareholder value through the use of both onshore and offshore Outsourcing and Shared Services.

About the Essence Group
Essence is comprised of Essence Holdings Singapore Private Limited (Essence East) and Essence Enterprises, Ltd., a Texas Limited Liability Partnership (Essence West). Essence focuses on creating new value in new ways by connecting people, products, and markets through events and multi media broadcasting. To learn more, please visit us at www.essence.com.sg.

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Currency News Sponsors New IACA Awards for Currency; Nominations Deadline Set as February 28, 2007

Currency News, a monthly magazine analysing currency published by Reconnaissance International, is the sponsor of the inaugural IACA awards.

(PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Currency News, a monthly magazine, is now confirmed as the sponsor of the new awards scheme for the currency industry IACA (the Industry Association for Currency Affairs) is introducing a, sponsored by Currency News, to promote and recognize excellence in currency production, processing, management and distribution. The awards are open to any organization or individual supplying products, systems or services, as well as issuing authorities, commercial banks and retailers, enforcement agencies and suppliers of support services.

There will be seven different award categories, including the Lifetime Achievement Award; Best New Banknote or Banknote Series; Best New Coin or Coin Series; Best New Technology; Best New Innovation; Best Public Education Program; and Best Website. The Technology, Innovation, Website and Lifetime categories relate to all parts of the industry, including suppliers of features and components; printers and mints; manufacturers of production and processing equipment, dispensing and recycling systems, cash management software and systems, verification and analytical equipment; suppliers of cash handling and security services etc.

Organizations can nominate themselves, their customers or suppliers – or indeed any other organization that they think merits an award. Nomination forms will be available shortly via the IACA and Currency News websites, while an online form will also be available on the IACA website. Nominations will need to include a one-page description and be accompanied, where relevant, by product samples.

The deadline for award nominations to be received will be February 28, 2007. From these nominations, a shortlist of up to three in each category will be selected by IACA’s Awards Committee. This shortlist will be published on the IACA website and in Currency News, and IACA members will then vote to select the winner in each category. The winners will be announced and the awards presented at the Currency Conference in Bangkok in May 2007.

It is intended to hold these awards every 18 months in order for the presentations to coincide with future Currency Conferences. There is no charge for submitting nominations and no limit on the number of nominations that each organization can submit. For the first awards, the nominations for new innovations, technologies, notes or coins must relate to those introduced since January 2005. For subsequent years, the time frame will be the intervening 18 months between each Currency Conference to ensure that only the latest innovations and notes and coins are considered.

Nomination forms will be circulated with the next issue of Currency News, and will be available on the IACA website shortly.

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Rembrandt Charms: Building a Brand, One Customer at a Time

Rembrandt Charms, the world’s largest collectible charm company will promote their brand of personalized charms and charm bracelets at the edgy Fashion Rocks concert hosted by Condé Nast on Thursday, September 7th at Radio City Music Hall!

Buffalo, NY (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- What better place for the world’s largest collectible charm company to promote their brand of personalized charms and charm bracelets than at the edgy Fashion Rocks concert hosted by Condé Nast on Thursday, September 7th at Radio City Music Hall! The standing-room only event which intertwines fashion and music is curated by Sir Elton John, and features top performers in all musical genres.

“Musicians have used jewelry, and charms in particular to create and promote their image throughout the years. Charms are an ideal way to express one’s individuality.” explains Jennifer Hillman, communications director, Rembrandt Charms.

While fashion and music trends tend to repeat themselves over the decades, charms and charm bracelets provide a glimpse into the story of each person’s life and into pop culture and society.

Throughout each decade, charms have adorned the wrists, necks, navels and other parts of top female (and sometimes male) artists. Peace and love signs from the early 70’s made way for occult and black magic symbols later that decade. Layers of bracelets and necklaces were the rage of the 80’s, which led to the “bling-thing” of the 90’s.

The current decade has seen a resurgence of unique, customized jewelry. “Charms will always be the ultimate accessory of self-expression in my book. The variety of charms available today gives wearers of every age the ability to pick the charms that best suit their memories and sentiments. Today’s charms are seen dangling everywhere--from cell phones, belts, and wine glasses, to layered necklaces, purses and key chains,” explains Shaye Strager, Managing Director, of Studio PR a jewelry styling company based in New York City with celebrity clientele.

“I am not surprised that charms have such mass appeal,” states Christopher Lux, founder of Rembrandt Charms. “When I started Rembrandt over 40 years ago, the variety of charms was limited. Today, it is as extensive as the imagination of our customers. By keeping our company’s focus on traditional uses of charms, for bracelets and pendants, we have encouraged the collectible aspect and have grown into the world’s largest collectible charm company.”

The increased demand for Rembrandt’s charms is apparent from the 70,000 monthly visitors to the company’s website: www.rembrandtcharms.com. In addition to searching for charms, users can design their own charm bracelet and enter Rembrandt’s monthly essay contest titled, “The Story of Your Life.” The contest asks entrants to write their life story – illustrated by 10 Rembrandt Charms. Each month, one lucky winner receives the bracelet of their design, along with their life’s story published on www.rembrandtcharms.com.

Its affiliation with Fashion Rocks, and many other consumer branding initiatives, as well as the mass appeal of charms, and the current trend of accessorized self-expression, all assure that Rembrandt Charms is becoming a household name.

Rembrandt Charms offers thousands of handcrafted charms, the world’s largest collection, in sterling silver and karat gold. Jewelers have relied on Rembrandt Charms’ superior quality for over 40 years.

Editor’s note: digital photography and product samples are available.

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Dynamically Reconfigurable Processor Powers Image Inspection Systems in Multiple Factories - IPFlex’s DAPDNA-2 Used for its Massively Parallel Processing and Flexibility

Factory-floor operation of image inspection systems powered by IPFlex’s DAPDNA-2* Dynamically Reconfigurable Processors (DRP)** have started with several customers.

Tokyo, Japan (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- IPFlex Inc. today announced factory-floor operation of image inspection systems powered by IPFlex’s DAPDNA-2* Dynamically Reconfigurable Processors (DRP)** have started with several customers.

Industrial image inspection systems require the computing performance for the real-time processing of high-definition images, while keeping the processing flexibility to cater to changing operating conditions. The requirement was difficult to fulfill with existing computing devices, but four inspection system vendors have started operations of IPFlex’s DAPDNA-2 DRP-powered image inspection systems, for the device’s unique and advantageous characteristics that fulfill market demands.

In addition, a mass production in network security market has also been started based on the DAPDNA-2 processor. The network appliance will reap the benefits of hardware performance while keeping the flexibility, which are must in the face of increasing demand for network capacity with the constantly changing environment, such as new security attacks.

Year 2006 will see a few more mass productions powered by the DAPDNA series of DRPs in the industrial image inspection and network applications, as well as in the security camera application.

With the DAPDNA-FW II design tool, which has sold over 220 licenses as of June 2006, users can design high speed, massively parallel image processing engine using Data Flow C (DFC***) language. Designed at the C abstraction level, users can extract hardware performance at a significantly shorter development time compared to existing acceleration solutions.

About IPFlex
IPFlex supplies high performance, multifunctional dynamically reconfigurable processors (DRP) based on its internationally patented DAPDNA technology. IPFlex also provides development software, evaluation boards, and peripheral interface products for the processors.

IPFlex and its partners in the DAPDNA Partner Program together provide optimal solutions for customers in inspection systems, image processing, network security, and high performance computing.

About the DAPDNA-2 Dynamically Reconfigurable Processor
DAPDNA-2 is a multi-core processor, comprised of a high-performance RISC processor core, called the DAP, and the dynamically reconfigurable core, DNA, a two-dimensional array of 376 processing elements (PEs). DAPDNA-2 can change its hardware configuration to provide the optimal circuitry for an application on demand. This configuration change can take place not only when the system is designed, but also during operation, dynamically, in a single clock cycle****, to meet the instantaneous change in the needs of applications implemented by the system.

Terminology
* DAPDNA: Digital Application Processor / Distributed Network Architecture.
** Dynamically Reconfigurable Processor (DRP): A processor capable of changing chip circuitry dynamically.
*** DFC: Co-developed with Celoxica Ltd.
**** a single clock cycle: One clock switching operation is possible by creating configuration information beforehand and storing in the background configuration banks.

IPFlex Inc.
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Editors' note: IPFlex, DAPDNA, and Software-to-Silicon are registered trademarks of IPFlex in Japan. Other corporate and product names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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EXTOL Selected for Supply Chain Integration and Other Master Data Management Solutions by UK Based Kingsley IT Consulting Ltd.

EXTOL International, a leader in business integration solutions for the iSeries (System i5) market, today announced they have been selected as a strategic solution provider by Kingsley IT Consulting Ltd, Gloucestershire, UK. Kingsley is a System i5 Technical consultancy.

Pottsville, PA (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- EXTOL International, a leader in business integration solutions for the iSeries (System i5) market, today announced they have been selected as a strategic solution provider by Kingsley IT Consulting Ltd, Gloucestershire, UK. Kingsley is a System i5 Technical consultancy. EXTOL will provide them with business integration software solutions for their customers faced with limited IT resources and growing demand for partner integration as well as internal system and application integration.

“The EXTOL business integration platform offers our customers a ready to use set of applications their existing IT teams can use to take advantage of market opportunities as well as customer demands,” stated Austen Deane, Technical Director of Kingsley IT.

“These include EDI requirements going beyond the X12 and EDIFACT- based exchange of transactions to a more collaborative business model. As well, our customers require a robust internal integration solution to improve business efficiency, order, forecast and inventory accuracy, and elimination of custom coded interfaces that are the main roadblock to business agility and responsiveness”, continued Mr. Deane.

“Integration is not about IT efficiency”, stated Dennis J. Bonagura, President and COO of EXTOL. “Business integration lets a company align its business processes, application functionality and customer, supplier and partner relationships as a whole, in order to achieve specific business results. Often the results are compliance with a customer or industry initiative or specific business opportunity.

“Many EXTOL customers have improved business performance by using B2B Integration to address internal initiatives for cost elimination, process efficiency, and improvement in order fulfillment accuracy, forecast accuracy and inventory management based on downstream demand. A solution such as the EXTOL Business Integrator lets a company address a variety of supply chain and internal challenges with a single business integration platform”, continued Mr. Bonagura of EXTOL.

EXTOL has attracted distributors and resellers throughout the UK, Scandinavia and Europe, such as RJT Information Systems and Woodstock, AB.

About EXTOL International, Inc.

EXTOL International, Inc. is a leading provider of B2B integration application software for resource constrained companies who want to integrate demand driven supply chains. EXTOL solutions are ready-to-use applications that target multiple B2B and internal challenges with a common integration platform that empowers existing IT teams to respond rapidly to new business opportunities and demands. EXTOL solutions are also available preconfigured to address specific electronic commerce applications including EDI, AS2, XML, data synchronization (1SYNC) and the integration and management capabilities required to take full advantage of supply chain functionality. For more information go to www.extol.com

About Kingsley IT Consulting, Ltd.

Kingsley IT Consulting Ltd. provides High Availability and Business Integration Solutions to a range of SME and corporate System i5 customers in the UK and Ireland.
Our aim is to provide technical excellence, high quality delivery and value-for-money to System i5 centric business IT departments in the provision of Technical Services, High Availability and Business Integration Solutions.
We deliver a Solution which ensures protection of your critical Data, Applications and Integration with your Business Partners and disparate systems giving you access to your data where you need it and when you need it. For more information go to www.kingsleyit.com

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Ohaus Introduces SD Shipping Scale Series

New Scales Offer Portability, Durability and Ohaus Quality Value.

Pine Brook, NJ (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Ohaus Corporation, a leading manufacturer of scales and balances for the industrial, laboratory, education, jewelry and markets worldwide, is introducing the new SD series of shipping scales, designed with affordability and ease-of-use in mind.

The new SD series of shipping scales provide users with superior quality weighing capabilities at an affordable price. Featuring a durable painted steel treaded platform, a remote indicator with a coiled 9’ cable, flexible mounting capability and battery operation, the SD delivers top-notch performance and allows users to weigh smarter. Ideal for home office, mail room, shipping and receiving, and general commercial and industrial dry weighing applications, this series is an efficient solution to a variety of weighing needs.

The SD Series includes a large LCD display with weight display in either kilograms or pounds with fast switching between units using the Units key. For maximum flexibility, the indicator can be mounted either to a wall or on a table.

With models in capacities and readabilities of 77 x 0.05lb, 165 x 0.1lb and 440 x 0.2lb, the SD is designed to support and range of weighing requirements. In addition to its 300-hour battery life, providing up to 15 days of continuous usage, the SD features an auto-shut off feature turns the scale off after four minutes of inactivity and comes with an AC powerpack. A truly portable scale that can be carried and operated in various locations, this new addition to the Ohaus family only helps to enhance their already broad line of scales and balances.

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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Executive Smarts, LLC Today Announced the Introduction of its New Series of Competitive Excellence Products

These Competitive Excellence Products, focused on strategic and sequential improvement and scheduled into a customized strategic roadmap, are being brought to the market place by a nationally recognized group of innovative practitioners.

DFW, Texas (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 –- Executive Smarts, LLC today announced the introduction of its new series of Competitive Excellence Products, in conjunction with the association of nationally and internationally recognized leaders in the arena of corporate excellence programs. These tools are designed to provide clients with a strategic path for rapid transformation to superior performance. Company Founder and CEO Jim Stewart states, “These products represent a program of systematic methodology that utilizes information (management by facts) and statistical analysis to measure and improve a company's operational performance, practices and systems.”

Executive Smarts, LLC Competitive Excellence Products are:
• Process Mapping and Documentation
• Six Sigma Green and Black Belt Training
• Benchmarking and Competitive Assessments
• Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (MBNQA) Assessments and Development
• Lean Operations Initiatives
• Knowledge Management
• Rapid Knowledge Transfer Initiatives

These Competitive Excellence Products, focused on strategic and sequential improvement and scheduled into a customized strategic roadmap, are being brought to the market place by a nationally recognized group of innovative practitioners.

• Bill Bentley is nationally known for Six Sigma Training, Development, and Implementation
• Bill Baker is recognized for his Benchmarking, Lean Manufacturing, Knowledge Management, and Rapid Knowledge Transfer expertise. He is author of the critically acclaimed Winning the Knowledge Transfer Race: Using Your Company’s Knowledge Assets to Get ahead of the Competition
• Laura Longmire, a Baldrige examiner and operational improvement consultant, has assisted customers across North America and is a widely-recognized speaker and expert on the MBNQA process. She has been instrumental in assisting several clients in winning the MBNQA. Laura is co-author of the book Benchmarking for Best Practices in the Public Sector.
• Wayne Stewart, Senior Associate, is director of several technology, retail, and construction companies. He has been principal in his own consulting company, specializing in corporate operations, corporate real estate, mergers and acquisitions assessment and integration, and corporate strategy.
• Chris Williams focuses on corporate process mapping, documentation, and improvement. The Ingenuus Software system formally documents and manages a company’s critical processes, including design, manufacturing, qualification, Sarbannes-Oxley, and others.
• Tom Longmire, Senior Associate, specializes in strategy development and execution, procurement and asset management, strategic sourcing, logistics, financial and program management, manufacturing, and marketing. He is a consultant to industry and education in the areas of supply chain, operations and technology management.

Executive Smarts, LLC is a Dallas-based professional organization serving a range of assignments and management duties for client companies that lack the internal resources or experience for specific business requirements, including management development and training, customized competitive excellence tools, participating on advisory boards and boards of directors, and filling interim management positions.

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John Roberts Receives MagneCote Certification

Minnesota printing company named a Charter Certified Printer for magnetic-backed substrate.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- The John Roberts Company, a full-service web, sheetfed and digital printing company, has been named a Charter Certified Printer for MagneCote, a high-quality offset printing stock with a magnetic coating applied to the back. MagneCote certification was presented to John Roberts by NewPage, manufacturer of MagneCote.

MagneCote is crafted from MeadWestvaco Sterling Ultra 100lb. paper, and can be printed, perfed, die-cut and folded. While MagneCote can be run through any standard press, certification is awarded to companies who have demonstrated proficiency in its usage.

According to Tony Hoholik, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for John Roberts, MagneCote can be printed and converted like any other paper, allowing designers to be creative without compromising print quality or using alternative vendors.

“The versatility of this paper makes it very attractive to designers,” said Tony Hoholik, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for John Roberts. “It can be treated like any cover-weight stock, but the magnetic backing gives it much greater usage potential. We’ve already had customers use it for applications such as in-store displays, direct mail campaigns and catalogs.”

About The John Roberts Company: The John Roberts Company is a commercial printing company located in Minneapolis, MN. The company specializes in high-quality sheetfed, web offset and digital printing, as well as a complete in-house bindery, high-speed inkjetting and mailing, and more. Tony Hoholik, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, can be reached at (763) 754-4330, or by e-mail.

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Symbology, Inc. Adds Interactive RFQ to Web Site

Symbology has made it even easier to get quotes on custom designed sequentially numbered bar code labels. A simple, interactive form on their web site can be quickly filled in and submitted for fast response.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Symbology, Inc., producer of custom-designed bar code labels, has enhanced their web site by adding an interactive RFQ (Request for Quote) form for their label products.

Interested parties can answer a few basic questions by completing the short form. They click “submit” and their request is immediately e-mailed to Symbology’s Sales Department for handling.

“With the increasing use of the Internet for research purposes, we wanted to make it as easy as possible for web viewers to reach us and get feedback on their label projects,” says Ken Christensen, Vice President - Sales. “A lot of potential customers already find us via the web, but now, getting the ball rolling is even simpler. The RFQ form helps guide them in terms of information we’ll both need in order to create their labels.”

Check out the new feature on Symbology’s web site in the Sequential Labels Product section at http://www.symbology.com. Or contact Ken Christensen at 763.315.8085.

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Business Globalization and Localization Research and Consulting Firm, Common Sense Advisory, Releases Report for Organizations Developing Products for Global Markets

“Developing Products for Global Markets” delivers product developers, language service providers, and global organizations insight and analysis on the development of local-market editions of company offerings.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- Business globalization and localization research and consulting firm, Common Sense Advisory, Inc., has released its latest report analyzing the best way to adapt software products, corporate applications, and manufactured goods for international markets. The report, “Developing Products for Global Markets,” delivers product developers, language service providers, and global organizations insight and analysis on the development of local-market editions of company offerings.

“More than anything else, localization involves a commitment to offer the same quality of product or website experience for every market you choose to do business in,” said Don DePalma, president of Common Sense Advisory, Inc. and the lead analyst for the report. “Local familiarity begins with the message, proceeds through user interfaces, product manuals, online help, transactions, and customer support. In an ideal world, localization would be deliberate, step-wise, and comprehensive. But in real life, localization is something done to a moving object.”

This report benefits organizations or individuals developing or selling products or websites or dealing with localizing application code, business content, or manufactured goods for international sales. Companies doing such work themselves or outsourcing it to third parties such as language service providers will find this information valuable as they plan, execute, and evolve their global product or website offerings, both in terms of benchmarking and best practices.

Related best practices and highlights of the report include:
· Where localization fits into the engineering and development processes
· Actionable guidance on how to progress from reacting to localization, to managing it
· The “Five Phases of Localization Maturity”, a descriptive model of organizational maturity developed by Common Sense Advisory
· How the size and budget of localization teams affects the final product

A large amount of valuable research is featured in the report, including information on the processes companies go through while localizing.
· More than half of participating software companies incorporated localization into their development project.
· Most of the time, specialists work with engineers on these projects, although about 30 percent use a separate team.
· Only 10 percent of software firms utilize the least popular option: to completely outsource localization work to language service providers, specialty coding houses, or offshore developers.

The full report is available on a subscription basis by calling +1.978.275.0500 or visiting http://www.commonsenseadvisory.com.

About Common Sense Advisory, Inc.
Common Sense Advisory, Inc. is an independent research firm committed to objective research and analysis of the business practices, services, and technology for translation and localization. The firm also provides hands-on consulting and training to global business teams. For more information, visit www.commonsenseadvisory.com. To subscribe to Common Sense Advisory’s research, contact Renato Beninatto at +1-978-275-0500.

About the Lead Analyst, Donald A. DePalma, Ph.D.
Don DePalma is the President and Chief Research Officer of Common Sense Advisory. After initiating the coverage of content management in 1996 at Forrester Research, DePalma wrote subsequent reports on CMS, where he expanded his coverage to include organizational issues, the need for integral globalization and the evolution of corporate platforms. Author of the seminal research report on globalization, “Strategies for Global Sites,” published by Forrester Research in 1998, DePalma also wrote Business Without Borders: A Strategic Guide to Global Marketing, published in 2002 by John Wiley & Sons, and has written and led a variety of research projects since Common Sense Advisory began its coverage in 2002 of the business and technology issues related to globalization.

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The World's First Mini-Tracking Ball Using Laser Technology Easy Contrl, Faster Scrolling and More Productivity

Mini-tracking ball that can be used in hundred’s of applications including small electronic devices that require a lot of scrolling to obtain key information such as MP3 players, IPOD-type devices, mobile phones, notebooks, sub-notebooks, PDA and many others.

Meggen-Lucerne, Switzerland (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- LITRAX GmbH today announces the introduction of the world’s first mini-tracking ball using their patented VCSEL (vertical cavity surface emitting laser). This unique device offers extraordinary precision, the smoothest cursor movements and the best tracking available in a self contained mini-package that can be used in hundred’s of applications including small electronic devices that require a lot of scrolling to obtain key information such as MP3 players, IPOD-type devices, mobile phones, notebooks, sub-notebooks, PDA and many others. The mini-laser tracking ball will allow users to navigate quicker and to play games easier and more efficiently with navigation speeds of up to 50 inches/second. One finger use reduces the stress and fatigue in using multiple tiny buttons. It will allow manufactures more room to include additional features and more reactive games in their products.

"By incorporating our VCSEL technology with a resolution of up to 1600dpi in a mini-tracking ball system we are able to ensure that the user achieves a precise movement with the least amount of one finger motion. These mini-tracking balls are engineered to improve the user productivity, while incorporating the latest advantages in laser technology. Mobile phones will now become as powerful as gaming PCs when equipped with our Laser Ball Technology, be it as a integrated part or additional Bluetooth device” said Mr. Felix Stutz, President of Litrax.

Laser usage is the next technology to replace LED (light emitting diode) technology in sensors, cameras, night vision goggles, computer mice and other optical products.

LITRAX laser bundles are FCC Part 15 compliant and Non-Harming Laser according to IEC 60825-1 laser safety standard as Class 1.

About Litrax GmbH

LITRAX is an innovative, environmentally conscious supplier of advanced technology that provides unique materials and engineering concepts to discriminating markets throughout the world. The portfolio of products includes semiconductors, VCSEL lasers, laser based products, BioPloymer products that are economical and ecologically sound, advanced sensing devices and communication products. The company has offices in Switzerland, United States and Taiwan.

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ISRI Presents Tire Recycling Business Summit in Chicago, Sept. 12-13

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industry (ISRI) announces the Tire Recycling Business Summit being held September 12-13 in Chicago. This unique event enables experienced to stay on the cutting edge of industry issues, to learn more about the industry and to meet its leaders, suppliers and consumers.

Washington (PRWEB) – The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI) will present its third annual Tire Recycling Business Summit Sept. 12-13 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare in Chicago.

This unique event—produced by tire recyclers for tire recyclers—is designed for experienced scrap tire processors who want to keep up to date on industry issues, those who want to learn more about the industry and meet its leaders, suppliers and consumers.

The program will focus on topics of importance to the business activities of scrap tire recyclers. Featured this year are presentations on trends in the scrap tire market, workers’ compensation, tire safety, preventing fires in scrap tire facilities, illegal immigration, Design for Recycling®, and consumer markets. ISRI Chair Frank Cozzi and Troy Hess of Mahantago Enterprises will address the closing luncheon on Wednesday.

Networking opportunities include a luncheon, refreshment breaks, and a reception in the exhibit area.

The registration fees are $245 for ISRI members and $345 for nonmembers until Aug. 22. After that date the fees are $270 and $370 respectively. Nonmembers who join ISRI within 30 days of the summit will receive a credit of $50 on their annual dues. To register, go to www.isri.org.

Hotel reservations must be made directly with the Hyatt Regency O’Hare by calling 847/696-1234. Ask for reservations and identify yourself with ISRI to receive the discounted rate of $178 plus tax per night. The cutoff for hotel reservations is Aug. 22.

Contact: Bryan McGannon, 202/662-8510

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI) is the “Voice of the Recycling Industry.” With 21 chapters nationwide and headquarters in Washington, D.C., ISRI represents over 1,200 companies that process, broker, and consume scrap commodities, including metals, paper, plastics, glass, rubber, electronics, and textiles. The Institute provides education, advocacy, and compliance training, and promotes public awareness of the value and importance of recycling to the production of the world’s goods and services. For more information about ISRI, please visit our website at www.ISRI.org.

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ISRI Presents Commodities Roundtable Forum in Chicago, Sept. 13-15

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries,Inc. (ISRI) announces its annual Commodities Roundtable Forum, September 13-15 in Chicago. Prominent industry leaders will discuss the latest issues in electronics, ferrous, copper/brass and aluminum.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) July 14, 2006 -- The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI) will hold its annual Commodities Roundtable Forum Sept. 13-15 at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare, in Chicago.

This year’s forum includes roundtables on electronics, ferrous, copper/brass, and aluminum. Prominent industry leaders and commodities experts will explore the chosen topics.

The program opens with the Electronic Roundtable, “Mining the Precious Metals from Electronic Scrap: Hype or Hope?” on Wednesday afternoon. Featured on Thursday are the Ferrous Roundtable, “Global and Domestic Steel: Stronger Longer?” and the Copper/Brass Roundtable, “Funds and Fundamentals: Copper’s Conundrum.” The forum concludes on Friday with the Aluminum Roundtable, “Funds and Fundamentals: Anxious Aluminum.”

A popular feature of the forum is the exhibit/networking lounge where participants may explore the latest in products and services from providers of products and services of special interest to scrap recyclers. To register, go to http://www.isri.org/commodities.

ISRI has a block of rooms at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare for forum participants at $178 per night, single or double, plus tax. Reservations may be made directly with the hotel at 847/696-1234. The cutoff for hotel reservations is Aug. 22.

The Commodities Roundtable Forum will be preceded by ISRI’s Tire Recycling Business Summit Sept. 12-13, also at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare. Additional information on both programs is available at www.isri.org, or by calling 202/737-1770.

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. (ISRI) is the “Voice of the Recycling Industry.” With 21 chapters nationwide and headquarters in Washington, D.C., ISRI represents over 1,200 companies that process, broker, and consume scrap commodities, including metals, paper, plastics, glass, rubber, electronics, and textiles. The Institute provides education, advocacy, and compliance training, and promotes public awareness of the value and importance of recycling to the production of the world’s goods and services. For more information about ISRI, please visit our website at www.ISRI.org.

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BroadcastVision Moves to New Business Model

BroadcastVision reorganizes under Chapter 11 and emerges as BVE.

Agoura Hills, CA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- BroadcastVision Inc. has announced strategic changes to its business model in order to re-emerge as the leader in exercise entertainment.

During the past year, BroadcastVision Inc. has faced a number of challenges including a major warehouse theft, select product failures and unwarranted lawsuits. Resulting cash flow shortfalls have necessitated pursuing a new path to strengthen the company and allow it to move forward with new exercise entertainment products.

On July 6, 2006, BroadcastVision Inc. filed to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The company will continue operations and move forward as BVE.

Dale Kredell, CEO of BroadcastVision states, "We are not closing our doors, we are opening them to new and existing customers. In the weeks ahead, we will introduce the most innovative platform of exercise entertainment solutions in the fitness industry. These will establish BVE as the leader in exercise entertainment."

This is a promising new chapter in BroadcastVision’s 17 year history. BVE has augmented it's seasoned management and engineering team, allowing the company to focus on quality products, customer service and new technology solutions.

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The Cantilever Rack Open Web System: The Key to Efficient Furniture Storage

The Furniture Cantilever Rack Open Web System allows easy storage of a furniture storage rack of any size and shape -- while saving storage space and even fire prevention expenses.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- Furniture comes in all shapes and sizes, from dinette chairs and footstools up to long couches and king-sized mattresses and beyond. Storing it for immediate retrieval and delivery can be a neat trick. Fortunately, furniture cantilever rack open web systems now make it easier than ever.

The Village, a retirement community known as "Florida’s friendliest retirement home town," services their residents through their own furniture outlet called Southern Lifestyles. With sales growing drastically, they grew from one store to two. For storage, they had already outgrown one warehouse and expanded into a second, then a third addition. Despite the space additions, however, the warehousing was just not efficient.

Neither was their furniture storage rack system. "It was kind of a mix-and-match system over the years," says Steven Drake, the Village’s owner. "We would acquire old racking systems from other companies, then reassemble them to suit our own needs. We probably had five different types welded and put together. We were really outgrowing it."

With the company experiencing such rapid growth, they realized that they needed to provide properly for it. They opted for a brand new warehouse that tripled their space, and was arranged for their exact line of business. Different areas of the warehouse have been utilized for different types of items, and shipping and receiving have been made entirely separate so they don’t interfere with each other.

The key to efficiently utilizing the new warehouse space was a new racking system including a furniture cantilever rack open web system, manufactured by Steel King, Inc. and installed by Craft Equipment, a Steel King premier dealer.

Per-square-foot storage space has been greatly increased. "We can store so much more now," Drake says. "Because it’s open, this system is much more furniture-friendly. You can store long and short items, and boxes as well."

Cantilever racks are an ideal storage solution for long, bulky or odd-shaped items such as furniture. There are no interfering columns between racks, so loads may be placed anywhere along the rack. The lack of a front column saves space normally lost to a rack structure, and adds handling clearance. The open web design easily accommodates the routing of in-rack sprinkler systems if required by local building or fire codes.

The Village’s system provided great savings in fire protection by using a new style of shelf decking. "The big thing about it was that we could get a decking system which was first of all metal, so it was non-flammable, and second it had holes in it to carry down water from the sprinkler system," Drake continues. "That meant we could mount fire sprinklers on the ceiling and not need them for every level of racking."

Because the furniture storage rack system was all uniform, it made for a far neater appearance than their previous warehouse. "You would have walked into the old warehouse and said, ‘what a dump,’" Drake says. "The racks in the new warehouse are close to perfect, in alignment, and I think we’ll find our employees are going to go ahead and take care of things better."

Installation of the cantilever rack system was very smooth as well. When the building was up and ready, the racks arrived, right on time. The whole installation -- warehouse, racks and all -- took less than 6 weeks.

"It’s a phenomenal install," Drake concludes. "It’s a great product which is now providing the benefit of proper storage and handling, protecting goods bound for our customers’ homes."

For more information about this article contact Donald Heemstra at Steel King, 2700 Chamber St., Stevens Point, WI 54481 or call at 1-800-826-0203, or visit the website at www.steelking.com.

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Weak Revenue? The New Fix for Sales, Marketing Problems

"Sales and Marketing the Six Sigma Way" to be released by Kaplan Publishing (formerly Dearborn Trade Publishing) August 1. Case studies of tools from GE, Motorola, and Toyota now shaking up sales and marketing.

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- A radical new management approach is transforming sales and marketing in a huge range of businesses. In his new book "Sales and Marketing the Six Sigma Way" (Kaplan Publishing, August 1, 2006), author Michael J. Webb takes readers into companies like Standard Register, ServiceMaster, Hong Kong Shanghai Bank, Motorola, and others to show how they doubled revenues and cut sales costs by re-thinking how sales is done. The shift these companies demonstrate heralds a new style of scientific sales management.

"It’s long overdue," Webb says. "The quality movement has generated hundreds of millions of dollars in productivity gains and bottom line savings in manufacturing for thousands of companies. Now, innovative managers trying to get similar results in marketing and sales are beginning to see them."

Initially some executives are skeptical that sales activities have anything in common with manufacturing. "But that’s exactly the point," Webb says. "In manufacturing, you produce a physical thing. Improvement requires using different manufacturing methods. In marketing and sales you produce actions on the part of prospects and customers. The key difference is that customers have free will. Yet, there are high quality and low quality customers and better and worse ways of producing them. In today’s market, companies know they can no longer just keep trying harder. Improvement requires using different sales and marketing methods."

"Sales and Marketing the Six Sigma Way" (named for the sharpest of the quality improvement tools) documents dozens of cases of companies boosting sales results guided by a structured approach first developed for manufacturing environments. To apply it, a company must define which customers it wants and clarify its value proposition. Then it can align its marketing and selling tactics with the stages of those prospect’s buying process."

Webb maintains that even just defining terms for the sales process opens executives’ eyes. "Most companies don’t have consistent meanings for terms like ‘leads’ and ‘qualified opportunities,’ which is why their attempts to measure things don’t work." Managers see new things when they scrutinize sales activities, and the resulting customer actions. It’s a real departure from the usual numbers game of marketing and the cheerleading that often passes for sales management."

Webb points out that quality improvement can be a tough sell to sales. In Webb’s words, "Quality or Six Sigma professionals who geek out on jargon and statistics send salespeople into glazed-eye mode. The approach must be based on making sales easier, not harder." Which means figuring out how to help marketing and salespeople to get the customer’s attention, time, money and ultimately, referrals. Those things can all be measured, and when they are, they can be managed. And that’s how to fix sales and marketing problems.

Michael J. Webb is President of Sales Performance Consultants, Inc., which helps companies such as American Express, 3M, Marriott, and many others make their sales funnels flow faster. See www.sixsigmaselling.com and www.salesperformance.com for more information.

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PNC Recognized for Middle Market Financing Excellence

Commitment to middle market businesses earns PNC two prestigious Middle Market Financing Awards.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 –- The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) was honored as a double winner at The Inaugural Middle Market Financing Awards program on June 20, picking up two of the most prestigious awards: Middle Market Financing Principal of the Year and Middle Market Financing Deal Of The Year (Debt).

PNC was selected from among 73 finalists in 13 different categories. The awards, sponsored by The M&A Advisor magazine, are formal recognition of companies and individuals that have, through outstanding work and innovation, made significant contributions to the middle market financing industry in 2005 and 2006.

"These awards reinforce PNC’s commitment to be the premier provider of financial services to middle market businesses," said Peter Classen, head of PNC’s corporate banking. "PNC’s focus on the middle market sector is distinguished by a unique combination of credit and non-credit products and services that cater to the daily and long-term financial needs of middle market businesses."

This is the inaugural year for the Middle Market Financing Awards presented during a recognition dinner at the annual M&A Conference in Chicago.

PNC was a finalist in four additional categories, including Financial Professional of the Year, Manufacturing Transaction Award, Consumer Transaction Award and Retail & Distribution Transaction Award.
Loans are provided by PNC Bank, National Association, a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. www.pnc.com)">(www.pnc.com) is one of the nation’s largest diversified financial services organizations providing retail and business banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management; asset management and global fund services.

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Quickparts President & CEO Ron Hollis Graduates from Birthing of Giants Program

Quickparts today announced that President & CEO Ron Hollis has graduated from the 2006 class of the Birthing of Giants program. The Birthing of Giants program, jointly hosted by MIT Enterprise Forum, Inc. magazine and the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), brings together 60 young entrepreneurs from across the country. To qualify, an applicant must be under 40 years of age and be the owner of a business with at least $1 million in annual revenues. Ron is now part of elite alumni that includes: Jim McCann, founder of 1-800-FLOWERS, Thomas Golisano, founder of Paychex, and Ted Leonsis, Vice Chairman of AOL LLC.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 –- Quickparts, the leading provider of rapid prototypes to low-volume production parts, today announced that President & CEO Ron Hollis has graduated from the 2006 class of the Birthing of Giants program.

The Birthing of Giants program, jointly hosted by MIT Enterprise Forum, Inc. magazine and the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), brings together 60 young entrepreneurs from across the country. To qualify, an applicant must be under 40 years of age and be the owner of a business with at least $1 million in annual revenues.

The purpose of the BOG program is to teach future entrepreneurial leaders how to continue to grow their successful businesses. Ron is now part of elite alumni that includes: Jim McCann, founder of 1-800-FLOWERS, Thomas Golisano, founder of Paychex, and Ted Leonsis, Vice Chairman of AOL LLC.

"Birthing of Giants (BOG) was a great opportunity to forge new relationships and learn from world class leaders such as Verne Harnish ("Mastering the Rockefeller Habits") and Geoff Smart ("Topgrading")," Hollis said. "I look forward to sharing and applying the lessons learned to grow the passionate leaders at Quickparts."

About Quickparts
Quickparts provides custom manufacturing services for engineers and designers looking to create plastic and metal parts from 3D CAD (computer-aided design) models. With its proprietary QuickQuote® geometric analysis software, Quickparts is able to provide product designers with an ‘instant online quote’ for the manufacturing of their custom parts from prototype to production. Services include: Rapid Prototypes (SLA, SLS, FDM), Cast Urethanes, Quickturn Injection Mold Tooling and Parts, Sheet Metal Parts, Metal Castings, and CNC Machined Parts.

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Powerful Process Improvement Tools to Be Taught for First Time in Northern California

This fall, northern California professionals involved in business process improvement will have the opportunity to add two valuable tools to their professional arsenal. For the first time in the northern California area, Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc., a leading provider of process improvement training, will be offering two of its most popular training courses. Their 4-day Mastery of Process Mapping course will be held in San Jose on September 18-21at the Hilton Garden Inn. The 2-day Seven Steps to Problem Solving course will be held in San Francisco on October 4-5 at a location to be announced.

Scottsdale, AZ, (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- This fall, northern California professionals involved in business process improvement will have the opportunity to add two valuable tools to their professional arsenal. For the first time in the northern California area, Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc., a leading provider of process improvement training, will be offering two of its most popular training courses. Their 4-day Mastery of Process Mapping course will be held in San Jose on September 18-21 at the Hilton Garden Inn. The 2-day Seven Steps to Problem Solving course will be held in San Francisco on October 4-5 at a location to be announced. Although both courses have been presented in locations throughout the United States and overseas, this will be the first time they have been offered in northern California. They provide an opportunity for businesses to acquire powerful tools to help them further their commitment to process excellence in their organizations. Participants can register for the courses by calling (888) 515-5307 toll free or online at www.businessenterprisemapping.com.

The Mastery of Process Mapping course is an intensive, 4-day course for process improvement professionals. Limited to 12 participants for maximum benefit, it includes classroom training, workshops and hands-on sessions. The class covers such topics as:
• How process mapping leads to business process improvement
• How to identify business opportunities in an organization
• How to facilitate successful mapping sessions
• Do’s and don’ts of effective mapping
• How to use the new skills to get immediate results
Mastery of Process Mapping will be offered in San Jose, California on September 18-21 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Course fee is $2490.

The Seven Steps to Problem Solving course is a 2-day course in the techniques of problem solving with an emphasis on a process based approach. It includes hands-on learning with workshops and practical solutions to identifying, solving and preventing problems. The class covers such topics as:
• The principles of effective problem solving
• Creating a foundation to solve problems
• Steps to identify and prioritize opportunities
• How to measure impact on the process
• How to determine root cause
• Creating effective results
• How to prevent problems from returning
Seven Steps to Problem Solving will be offered in San Francisco, California on October 4-5 at a location to be announced. Course fee is $895.

Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc. is a leading provider of consulting and training solutions to organizations around the world. Specializing in short-term, high-impact business process improvement projects, the company has developed a unique methodology of process mapping that has been used successfully across a wide variety of industries, from mining to retail, and in organizations as diverse as Fortune 100 multinationals, government agencies and high tech start-ups who share a common goal: process excellence. Business Enterprise mapping’s proprietary process mapping methodology helps maximize clients’ existing resources and guarantees rapid implementation. The company offers public and onsite training courses based upon this methodology.

In addition to San Francisco and San Jose, classes are also scheduled for Scottsdale, Arizona, Las Vegas, Nevada and Orlando, Florida. For more information on Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc., contact Vice President Julia James, toll free at (888) 515-5307. Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc. is located at 8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite D7, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255. Their web page can be accessed at www.businessenterprisemapping.com.

Contact:
Julia James, Business Enterprise Mapping, Inc.
480-515-9001

Cathy Marley, CJM Communications, Inc.
602-788-3083

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Guy & Co. Strengthened by Pharmagraphics Aquisition

Following the recent acquisition of leading USA-based pharmaceutical packaging specialist Pharmagraphics, Clondalkin’s Specialist Packaging Division has strategically repositioned Irish pharmaceutical specialist Guy & Co to become an integral part of the Pharmagraphics grouping. The company is being re-branded as Pharmagraphics Guy but will continue to serve all of its existing clients within Ireland, UK and Europe. The acquisition of Pharmagraphics adds an additional five specialist manufacturing locations with over 350 employees to the ambitious and rapidly expanding Specialist Packaging Division of Clondalkin.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- Speaking on behalf of the Group, CEO John Fitzgerald said, “We have always made decisions that benefit our customers, and the integration of Pharmagraphics into our Group has given us immediate access to a wider global market of users of pharmaceutical packaging. The decision to re-brand Guy & Co to Pharmagraphics Guy was a big decision for us to make because the Guy name is well recognized in the pharmagraphic market as synonymous with innovation, quality and superior service. We decided for the change to signal our commitment to increasing the service levels we have achieved to even higher standards going forward. The name change reflects our ambitions and world wide service capability and marks a new and exciting possibility for all our customers. From a global market perspective, it makes good strategic sense to bring the two brands together under the universal Pharmagraphics brand. We can certainly reassure Pharmagraphics Guy’s customer base that this is a very positive step, with their interests remaining of paramount importance.”

Pharmagraphics is an international pharmaceutical packaging supplier, specialising in the manufacture of pressure-sensitive roll labels, package inserts and outserts, speciality labelling products, and innovative folding cartons for the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

Combining these two leading resources will bring shared benefits to the market through shared synergy, knowledge and joint Research & Development programmes.

For more information on Pharmagraphics Guy, Pharmagraphics or the Clondalkin Specialist Packaging Division, please go to either www.clondalkin-spd.com or www.pharmagraphics.com
Alternatively, please contact Chris Hill, Sales & Marketing Director, Specialist Packaging Division on 01254 888151 or 0775 382 9336.

Issued on behalf of Clondalkin Specialist Packaging Division by Adessi Limited
For more information contact Jude Smith at Adessi Ltd on
Tel: (0113) 2343862 or (07971 634238)

Notes to Editors
• The Clondalkin Specialist Packaging Division is part of the $1 billion global Clondalkin Group (www.clondalkin-group.com) and contains many well known companies, including the Boxes Group companies, Harlands Labels, Ditone Labels and Pharmagraphics.
• The Specialist Packaging Division has manufacturing facilities in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, USA, Canada and Puerto Rico

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Ethanol Processing Facility Utilizes Ronningen-Petter™ Self Cleaning Filters to Reclaim CIP Fluid

A large, Midwestern ethanol plant, having recently expanded, was faced with increasing operating costs due to the rising price of caustic (CIP) fluid. After an expansion the customer wanted to add an automatic filter to his CIP loop and remove any debris left in the tanks. This expansion added more fermentation capacity, but with the additional volume came the need for more frequent -- and more efficient -- CIP cleanings.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- A large, Midwestern ethanol plant, having recently expanded, was faced with increasing operating costs due to the rising price of caustic (CIP) fluid.

The facility utilizes a series of tanks filled with corn mash, enzymes and water. This mixture is heated and allowed to ferment -- with each tank being in a different stage of fermentation. When the process is complete, each tank emptied and the contents sent to distillation.

To keep production levels high, the emptied tanks must be readied for the next batch as soon as possible. The longer the tank is empty for cleaning, the less revenue is generated.

Once drained, the tank is flushed with water. As the tank is spray-rinsed, a drain valve is opened to flush out the solids. The valve is then closed and the wash water is recycled to completely flush the tank’s interior.

The final step is to wash the tank with a caustic rinse containing sodium hydroxide. This phase of the process is absolutely critical to fermentation. If the caustic doesn't effectively clean the tank, it can easily become a breeding ground for bacteria. Bacteria growth means costly downtime and a lengthy, expensive cleaning before the tank can be used again.

After an expansion in 2005, the customer wanted to add an automatic filter to his CIP loop and remove any debris left in the tanks. This expansion added more fermentation capacity, but with the additional volume came the need for more frequent -- and more efficient -- CIP cleanings.

RONNINGEN-PETTER SOLUTION:

To address this concern, the customer tested a Ronningen-Petter DCF 1600 in early 2005. The test results exceeded expectations. As a result, the customer was quoted a DCF 1600 – 3 system for each of the two 350 gpm systems.

After receiving the quote, the customer determined the ROI to be six to eight months...

...– based on the savings they would realize by continuously removing the debris and circulating the liquid through the filter and considerably extending caustic life.

The customer also had a decision to make. Where would be the best place to install the filters? It came down to two choices. They could install the filters in the CIP loop and filter the entire flow, or they could install the filter as a side stream off the CIP mix tank.

The CIP loop is active about every 2 hours based on the size of the tanks and the length of fermentation. The loop off the CIP mix tank could be run on a continuous basis with product making multiple passes through the filter. In this location the flow rates could be reduced to filter a side stream that would turn over tank capacity approximately every 10 – 15 minutes.

In the second half of 2005, the customer was hit with two price increases from his caustic supplier.

The increased cost of the caustic and the more frequent CIP cleanings made purchasing the filters a priority.

RESULTS:

Based on these events, the customer purchased two DCF 1600 – 3 filters with semi auto packages to interface with the plants DCS system. The customer installed the filters in the CIP loop and filtered the full flow. The filters were installed in the second quarter and will be on line by mid year 2006.

-- by Ask Filter Man™

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Companies Increase Profits, Save Jobs by Changing to Renewable Fuels

High natural gas and oil prices are no longer threatening the bottom line for companies willing to take a look at generating energy using alternative fuels. Quick paybacks as well as environmental benefits are prompting many companies in the heartland to generate steam by burning readily available waste products that they previously paid to transport to landfill. Local, state, and federal agencies are providing tax incentives and funding to help decision-makers move forward.

Wheaton, IL (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- Gregory W. Smith, President of Global Energy Solutions, Inc., together with Gene Zebley of Hurst Boiler & Welding Co., Inc., has negotiated several contracts in 2006 for construction of renewable energy plants, the most recent of which is a 25.5 megawatt steam plant for Consolidated Grain & Barge of Mt. Vernon, IN. Annual fuel costs for this system are expected to be significantly reduced using wood waste rather than natural gas as boiler fuel.

Consolidated Grain’s biomass gasification and heat recovery steam plant will burn biomass fuel. It is expected to displace the use of approximately 500,000 MMBTUs of natural gas consumption per year currently required for steam production while diverting as much as 60 million pounds per year of refuse wood waste from local landfills. Consolidated Grain was approved for a $100,000 Alternative Power and Energy grant from the State of Indiana’s Office of Energy and Defense Development to help support this green energy initiative. Indiana encourages the shift from fossil fuels to renewable fuels by providing financial support to businesses and industries that are threatened by skyrocketing natural gas prices.

“I am pleased to see Consolidated Grain take the bold and innovative steps to turn local biomass into an energy resource,” remarked Indiana Lt. Governor Becky Skillman, who oversees the state’s Office of Energy and Defense Development. “Projects like this will reduce energy costs for companies, in turn making them more competitive. I can also see a long-term impact if more businesses adopt similar technologies. By reducing demand for natural gas, we will lower the cost of heating our homes or businesses. That is good for all cost-conscious consumers.”

Greg Smith has helped businesses this year in Massachusetts, Iowa, Indiana and South Dakota as they work to cut fuel costs and increase profits, while utilizing readily available waste products instead of natural gas. “It’s good for the environment, good for the states that wish to retain their existing businesses, and essential for the fiscal health of these organizations.” Mr. Smith explained last month at the PowerGen Renewable Fuels Conference in Las Vegas. “I wish every state would launch a grant program —just like The State of Indiana—to demonstrate a solid commitment to green energy.”

After extensive research, Consolidated Grain & Barge chose Global Energy Solutions, Inc. and Hurst Boiler & Welding to provide their state-of-the-art heat recovery steam system. Global Energy Solutions, Inc. provides conceptual design, system integration and fuel aggregation services. Hurst Boiler & Welding Co., Inc. North America’s leading manufacturer of biomass gasification systems, is providing engineering support, equipment design, fabrication and installation. The project is scheduled for completion and commissioning during 4th quarter 2006.

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ACCES I/O Products New USB Digital Module Provides Fifteen Independent Counter/Timers

Model USB-CTR-15 is packaged in a small, rugged, industrial enclosure and features 15 independent 16-bit counter/timers. This USB device is an ideal solution for adding portable, easy-to-install, counter/timer capabilities to any PC or embedded system with a USB port. PCB size and pre-drilled mounting holes match the PC/104 form factor for simple system development in PC/104-based embedded systems.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- ACCES I/O Products Inc., announces its newest embedded digital counter/timer board — Model USB-CTR-15. This board is packaged in a small, rugged, industrial enclosure and features 15 independent 16-bit counter/timers. This USB device is an ideal solution for adding portable, easy-to-install, counter/timer capabilities to any PC or embedded system with a USB port.

The unit is a true USB 2.0 device, offering the highest speed available with the USB bus. It is fully compatible with both USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 ports. The unit is plug-and-play allowing quick connect/disconnect whenever you need additional counter/timer devices on your USB port. The USB-CTR-15 can be used for a wide variety of measurement applications including event counting, frequency measurements, position measurement, pulse counting, pulse-width modulation and pulse generation. The OEM version provides just the board without the enclosure or external screw terminal board and is ideal for a variety of embedded OEM applications.

The USB-CTR-15 features five fully-undedicated industry standard 82C54 counter/timer chips. Each 82C54 provides three independent software programmable 16-bit counters. The maximum allowable input frequency is 10 MHz. I/O wiring connections are provided via an industry standard 50-pin IDC connector or via a removable screw terminal adapter board. A User Configuration Adapter board is also provided to assist in wiring the counters together. This allows for flexible yet easy counter concatenation/configuration.

Key features of the USB-CTR-15

•High-speed USB 2.0 device, USB 1.1 compatible
•Fifteen independent 16-bit counter/timers (5 x 82C54-10)
•Clock, gate, and output signals from all 15 channels buffered and accessed via one connector
•PC/104 module size (3.550" by 3.775") and mounting compatibility
•Standard configuration adaptor pre-configured for event counting, frequency measurement, pulse width measurement, or frequency generation
•Removable screw terminal board for easy wiring
•User wiring adaptor card provided for flexible yet easy counter concatenation/configuration
•Rugged small-sized (4" x 4" x 1.25") steel industrial enclosure
•OEM (board only) version available

The USB-CTR-15 is designed to be used in rugged industrial environments but is small enough to fit nicely onto any desk or testing station. The board measures just 3.550 by 3.775 inches and ships inside a steel powder-coated enclosure with an anti-skid bottom. What makes the OEM option unique is that its PCB size and pre-drilled mounting holes match the PC/104 form factor (without the bus connections). This ensures easy installation using standard standoffs inside most enclosures or systems. The USB-CTR-15 can be integrated into any PCI-104 or PC/104 stack by connecting it to a simple USB port usually included on-board with embedded CPU form factors such as EBX, EPIC, and PC/104 — especially important since many newer CPU chipsets do not support ISA and have plenty of USB ports.

The USB-CTR-15 is supported for use in most operating systems and includes a free Linux (including Mac OS X) and Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/2003 compatible software package. This package contains sample programs and source code in Visual Basic, Delphi, C++ Builder, and Visual C++ for Windows. Also incorporated is a graphical setup program in Windows. Third party support includes a Windows standard DLL interface usable from the most popular application programs, and includes example LabVIEW VIs. Embedded OS support includes Windows XPe.

ACCES I/O Products, Inc. supplies an extensive range of analog, digital, serial communication, and isolated I/O boards and solutions. ACCES also offers complete systems, integration services, and enclosures with a quick turn-around on custom projects including software. ACCES products are designed for use with PC/104, PCI, PCI-X, Low Profile PCI, EBX, ETX, EPIC, USB, Ethernet and ISA, as well as distributed and wireless I/O. All hardware comes with a 30-day, no-risk return policy and a three-year warranty. For further information, visit the company’s web site at www.accesio.com.

Price: $249.00—USB-CTR-15
$199.00—USB-CTR-15 (OEM Version)
(Volume pricing available, consult factory)
Availability: Now
Delivery: Stock to two weeks ARO

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Contact:
ACCES I/O Products, Inc.
10623 Roselle Street
San Diego, CA 92121
Website: http://www.accesio.com
Telephone: (858) 550-9559
Fax: (858) 550-7322

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TreeTop Formalizes Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Consulting Practice

Rapidly expanding EPM market fuels demand for consulting

Boise, ID (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- Treetop Tech (www.treetoptech.com), ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing IT Services organizations in the country since 2004, today announced the formalization of its Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) consulting practice in response to the rapidly developing EPM market.

EPM also referred to as Corporate Performance Management (CPM) holds the promise of helping corporations drive growth and government agencies become results-oriented organizations. Defined by AMR Research as "a superset of applications and processes that cross the traditional department boundaries to manage the full lifecycle of business decision-making," EPM combines planning, forecasting, performance metrics, operational reporting, and modeling capabilities with strategy execution.

Research firm Gartner estimates that by 2008, more than 80 percent of publicly traded companies will have a formalized EPM strategy and road map as key elements in their compliance and governance framework.

Today, integration technologies have advanced to where it is now feasible to create a common platform for delivering integrated performance management solutions. Computing power has increased while data storage capacity and costs have fallen dramatically, and end-user information access has seen a pervasive change through the rapid adoption of Web-based reporting and analysis solutions. As a result, the software market is converging as vendors from each of the three classes are rushing to capitalize on these technology advances. The trend is toward integrated product offerings, commonly referred to as enterprise performance management suites, which respond to the growing demand for more integrated and robust performance management tools.

Treetop Tech indicated that these trends in the EPM market and the resulting increase that they have seen in the need for IT consulting services to integrate these new EPM technologies is what prompted them to formalize their EPM consulting practice.

“Challenged by growing pressures to respond to rapidly changing business environments and continued pressure to improve financial results and achieve emerging compliance requirements, we are finding our enterprise clients increasing their investments in EPM technologies such as Business Intelligence (BI) and the associated analysis, modeling, forecasting and reporting capabilities, “ said Charles Skamser, Vice President of Business Development for Treetop Tech. “This increase in demand is great for the EPM software vendors with whom we are partners,” Mr. Skamser continues. “However, we are finding that our Fortune 1000 client base and the state and local government agencies that we support are a bit overwhelmed with integrating and leveraging all of this new technology. This need to integrate and leverage all of this new EPM technology is what fueled our decision to formalize our EPM practice and expand our partnerships to enable us to more effectively meet the overall EPM requirements of our client base.”

Utilizing technology platforms from the emerging leaders in the EPM market such as ProClarity (recently purchased by Microsoft), Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Business Objects and Polyvista, Treetop Tech has been successfully developing and managing complex EPM solutions for Fortune 500 clients such as Hewlett Packard’s Imaging and Printing Group (IPG) since 1997.

“With long term in-house capabilities to provide what has historically been called Business Intelligence consulting, we have an incredibly talented team at Treetop that can quickly analyze your business requirements, identify the most effective use of your information assets and recommend the appropriate EPM technologies as may be required,” states Ryan Gifford, Treetop’s EPM Team Leader. “With a focus on web-based solutions and working within different levels of the technology stack as required, Treetop has built completely new EPM solutions, integrated legacy systems, integrated disparate systems and developed real-time analysis, modeling and reporting capabilities to enable our clients to increase the productivity of their information workers and realize an immediate ROI on their investments in EPM.”

More about Treetop Tech: Founded in 1997 in Boise, Idaho, Treetop Technologies has been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing IT Services companies in the US. Specializing in the design, delivery and support of complex software solutions for dynamic business environments, Treetop provides IT strategy, system design and architecture, custom development, packaged software integration, Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), collaboration, help desk design and implementation and staff augmentation. Serving the Northwest US market, the company’s list of clients includes several divisions of HP, Weyerhaeuser, Perot Systems, The Idaho Department of Transportation, The Idaho Department of Commerce and Labor and PERSI. Its home page is www.treetoptech.com.

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Web Takes Care of Caretakers Logistics IT Needs CarrierNetOnline Software as a Service for Logistics Delivers the Right Solution

When it comes to the use of advanced Information Technology in the transport and logistics industry, companies usually fall into one of two categories: the big players who have it and smaller companies who would like to but cannot afford it. Caretakers the logistics specialists, who are part of the TH Brown logistics group of Grimsby, have taken a lead to show that there is a third way which delivers the best possible technology to meet their and their customers’ needs with no need for investment in expensive licences and infrastructure. CarrierNetOnline has delivered the ideal web solution.

(PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- When it comes to the use of advanced Information Technology in the transport and logistics industry, companies usually fall into one of two categories: the big players who have it and smaller companies who would like to but cannot afford it. Caretakers the logistics specialists, who are part of the TH Brown logistics group of Grimsby, have taken a lead to show that there is a third way which delivers the best possible technology to meet their and their customers’ needs with no need for investment in expensive licences and infrastructure.

Caretakers – e-mail protected from spam bots - have chosen the route of Software as a Service (SaaS) by joining the CarrierNetOnline (CNO) service provided by UK logistics solutions providers Deltion - www.deltion.co.uk.

TH Brown has been established for more than 70 years and gained considerable experience in handling heavy, unwieldy and often fragile bathroom and kitchen equipment, including providing collections services. They decided to bring this experience to the market as a specialised logistics service and created the Caretakers division.
Mike Denison, Operations Director of TH Brown, told us, “We wish to grow the Caretakers business based on our reputation for quality and service. However to achieve this we needed an innovative approach to service and solutions which was reasonably priced.”

“Taking a licence for a software solution to run on our own computer infrastructure was just not economical. The ones in the market are very expensive and in spite of that do not meet our needs without even more expense on adapting the software to meet our needs.”
Caretakers therefore decided that using a functionality-rich, web-based solution was the answer: this avoided the need for expensive licence fees and hardware costs and would not need additional IT support in-house.

The Web Solution – Software as a Service
Caretakers needed an integrated service, one which would enable them to integrate all their existing systems, including sales order processing, accounts, warehouse management, and customer service. They wanted to be able to access all of this on the same page, and give access to latest information for track and trace to their customers and consignees. CarrierNetOnline provides this ability and Caretakers pays for what they use as a pay-per-transaction based service.

“This service enables us to compete with information technology equal to – and in most cases better than – our biggest competitors,” Mike Denison said. “By choosing the Software as a Service option from Deltion we have benefited from many man years of development which would have costs us millions. And we did not need to make any investment.”

The logistics industry
The CEO of Deltion, Piyush Shah, believes that most logistics companies are still lacking the leading edge software needed in today’s market. “First class supply chain and logistics solutions are no longer a “nice-to-have” or even a competitive advantage,” he said. “Customers expect logistics companies’ IT to enable lower costs and higher efficiencies – just as is happening in all other aspects of their business.”

“They also expect to have access on a 24x7 anyone, anywhere, anytime basis to information allowing them to track and trace their consignment. The high standards have been set on the internet by companies like Amazon. If as a private individual placing an order worth a few pounds I can at any time log in from anywhere and access the latest status of my order, I expect no less for a pallet load of expensive industrial goods,” Mr. Shah said.

He says that the leaders in IT are generally the very big companies who have spent millions to buy or to develop their own solutions. But many then do not invest to keep the systems up-to-date and you see many complex logistics and transport management systems in companies which do not link to legacy systems and do not meet the need of changing customer needs.

This approach of buy a licence or in-house development is not within the reach of medium and smaller size companies because of need for major investment requirements in solutions and infrastructure. But without leading edge logistics solutions, these companies cannot meet customer and consumer expectations so opportunity to grow and win business is often based on the commodity concept of low priced transport.

Software as a Service from CarrierNetOnline ensures that those companies who are only now using the Web to provide their IT needs do not make the same expensive – and sometimes fatal – errors which major suppliers have made in the past.

Commercial Advantages of software as a service
Caretakers Mike Denison says that by choosing the CNO solution, they benefit because the cost is on a pay-as-you-use basis and directly proportionate to the amount of business they are doing. This service was very quickly up and running without capital expenditure in licence fees and additional servers and there are no hidden costs.”

“There is now complete operational visibility between our head office in Grimsby and the transport operation in Doncaster” Mr. Denison said. “The administrative burden has been eased substantially and we have real-time information about orders, vehicles, drivers, performance, plus exception management reporting.”

He added that Caretakers are now benefiting from improved resource utilisation because of efficiencies brought about by the new system. “We now have one system for customers, suppliers, and sub-contractors and we put every PoD online, using scanning to confirm the PoD and customers can then view on-line.”

Deltion’s Piyush Shah believes that Software as a Service will become the standard for logistics and transport solutions. “The customer can use those parts of the software he needs as his business grows. There is no need to buy everything in one ‘big-bang’ implementation,” Mr. Shah said. “Because the user only pays for what he needs he can introduce additional modules and features to meet his business needs.”

Among the additional features available to users is the addition of multi-depot operations; sub-contractor management; and SMS to drivers. The CarrierNetOnline software service includes a routing & scheduling component to make planning and resource use more efficient.

“The web is the key to the future of customer service, logistics and SCM and is also critical in providing all supply chain partners with collaboration and end-to-end visibility,” Mr Shah added. “We are already the leaders in providing Software as a Service to the logistics and transport industry and will continue to extend this service to meet the needs of our customers and their customers. Using the web is the only way to meet business and home consumer demands and expectations.”

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SeverCorr Announces Business Partner to Build on Next-Generation Mill Site

SeverCorr -- America’s newest steel-producing company -- announced today that Kenwal Steel Corporation has agreed to build a downstream processing and distribution facility next to the SeverCorr plant now under construction near Columbus, Mississippi.

Columbus, MS (PRWEB) July 13, 2006 -- SeverCorr – America’s newest steel-producing company – announced today that Kenwal Steel Corporation has agreed to build a downstream processing and distribution facility next to the SeverCorr plant now under construction near Columbus, Mississippi.

“When we decided to build a next-generation steel mill, we also decided to create next-generation relationships with the downstream channel,” said Michael Wagner, Chief Commercial Officer of SeverCorr. “So we selected a site with room for partners to build processing and distribution facilities. We are pleased to welcome Kenwal as one of our first neighbors.”

Kenwal, based in Dearborn, Michigan, is a full service steel processing company that provides a wide range of flat rolled steel products and services to various industries, including automotive, electronics, appliance, tubing, major equipment manufacturers, and other steel related businesses. The new facility in Columbus will feature state-of-the-art, surface-critical slitting and packaging systems with a broad range of coil-to-coil processing capabilities. The facility is scheduled to become operational in the late spring of 2007.

According to Kenneth Eisenberg, Chairman and CEO, of Kenwal, “We are already serving customers in the South, and SeverCorr’s announcement made this an opportunity that was just too good to miss. SeverCorr’s commitment to building a tightly-integrated working relationship with their mill operations will provide a new level of service to our steel customers.”

Kenwal will build their first company facility in the southern tier of the US - a 140,000 square foot facility with rail and truck shipping/receiving docks, supported by 44-ton cranes that can accommodate SeverCorr’s large-coil production capabilities.
Kenwal’s service capabilities will include:
• A light-gauge slitting system that will focus on cold-rolled and coated materials from .010 to .060 thick, as well as HRP&O from .055 to .100 thick in widths up to 72 inches.
• A heavy-gauge slitter that will run largely unexposed materials such as HRB, and HRP&O from .070 to .375 thick in widths up to 72 inches.

An automated packaging line will complement the slitters, to accommodate specific customer needs on all slit coil requirements.

The new Kenwal site will be located on a portion of the 1400-acre megasite that SeverCorr has set aside for business partners.

About SeverCorr LLC

SeverCorr was formed in 2003 to design, engineer, build and operate a state-of-the-art steel facility to service growing manufacturing opportunities in the Southern US. In October of 2005, SeverCorr broke ground on a next-generation steel mill near Columbus, Mississippi. When complete in mid-2007, the plant will produce 1.5 million tons of high-quality steels a year for use in the automotive, building, agricultural, pipe & tube, and appliance industries. Fu