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September 29, 2006

Pointer Wireless and MIT Announce Distribution Agreement

Pointer Wireless a smart wireless automation OEM provider signs distribution agreement with MIT.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Pointer Industries LLC, a Colorado based Limited Liability Company, announced today the execution of a distribution agreement with MIT, Inc. a Texas Corporation. The agreement will include the entire Pointer Wireless smart wireless automation product portfolio. Pointer Wireless designs, manufactures and markets smart wireless automation products for various industry groups including: utilities, information technology, mass notification, emergency notification, Homeland Security,and emergency first responders.

"Pointer Wireless is very excited about its continuing relationship with MIT. MIT brings a wealth of industry experience and networking capability to Pointer Wireless. We look forward to the revenue impact the MIT relationship will have for our Company," stated Jeff Bell CEO/Chairman for Pointer Wireless.

Pointer Wireless LLC is a Colorado Limited Liability Company based in Centennial, Colorado. Pointer Wireless is a Pointer Industries Company and is a Veteran Owned Small Business. Pointer Industries companies also include EOJT, a manufacturer of proprietary electronic countermeasure gear and Pointer Services an engineering and management consulting firm.

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PerfectDisk® Defragmentation Software Selected to Boost CPU Performance for Studio F Productions

Studio F Productions receives fast payback from disk defragmentation software. CPU performance in boot time, application launch and other key actions improved.

GAITHERSBURG, MD (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Raxco Software, the leader in disk defragmentation software, announced today that PerfectDisk® software has been chosen to improve CPU performance by Sarasota-based Studio F Productions, Inc., a digital content design company.

The staff at Studio F creates original digital content for corporations, as well as ready-to-license PowerPoint® templates and video backgrounds for the consumer market, using large graphics files within the Adobe® design and production suite to create their products each day. As a result of working with these large files, their hard drives fill up – and slow down – remarkably fast.

Studio F runs Windows® XP, NT and 2000 systems, and its designers had found that the built-in utility was no longer capable of resolving the sluggish performance that resulted from creating and modifying graphics files on a daily basis. The company sought a solution that would deliver both immediate CPU performance improvement and long-term computer health.

PerfectDisk’s single-pass defragmentation answered those needs by improving performance in boot time, application launch and other key actions, while the tool’s Space Restoration Technology™ consolidates free space to slow the rate of refragmentation, keeping the system running faster, longer. This results in more productive users.

"As a growing graphic design firm serving major corporations across the US, application speed is critical to our workflow, so it is a high priority for us to keep the machines on our network defragmented," said Joye Argo, vice president of business development at Studio F. "PerfectDisk delivered results immediately, is easy to use and doesn't install anything we don't need on our machines, and the entire customer service experience was nothing short of amazing. We were given prompt and courteous telephone assistance - even when Raxco’s offices were officially ‘closed’ over a holiday weekend."

Studio F Productions had originally purchased a single user license for PerfectDisk, but has recently expanded to a multi-user license for its staff.

"Studio F Productions is a terrific example of a small business whose technological capabilities and customer base are far-reaching," said Joe Abusamra, Raxco Software’s vice president of operations. "We designed PerfectDisk to meet the needs of growing businesses like Studio F, as well as large enterprises and home office users, all of whom require high levels of performance from their machines when accessing and managing files such as graphics, videos and databases. We are pleased that Studio F has chosen PerfectDisk and that they’ve seen such great results immediately."

About Studio F Productions, Inc.
Studio F Productions, Inc., has been designing original digital graphics and PowerPoint templates for software companies and consumers since the early 1990’s, and licensing content on the Internet for over six years. Its PowerPoint templates are marketed to consumers under the PowerFinish™ brand at www.powerfinish.com. Other original content from Studio F appears under their licensees’ many recognizable brand names. Whether developing a private label collection for a company or consumer products for the Internet and retail stores, Studio F ensures that its products meet the highest artistic and functional criteria. For more information, visit www.powerfinish.com.

About Raxco Software
Raxco Software has been helping large enterprises, small businesses, and consumers with their CPU resource management needs for more than twenty-five years. Its PerfectDisk is Windows® Certified by Microsoft®, and optimized for Windows XP. The PerfectDisk line has a long award-winning history, most notably its perfect 5-star review from CNET Download, winner of the Windows IT Pro 2005 and 2006 Readers’ Choice Awards for Defragmentation Utility and Storage Management Tool, and Redmond Magazine’s Best of the Best Award for 2005, and having won PC Magazine’s Editors Choice award for the past two years. In addition to its PerfectDisk line, Raxco also produces PC optimization software, including system recovery and disk repair products for Windows operating systems and HP’s OpenVMS operating system. Raxco Software can be found on the Web at www.raxco.com.

Copyright 2006, Raxco Software, Inc. All rights reserved.

PerfectDisk and Space Restoration Technology are trademarks or registered trademarks of Raxco Software, Inc. PowerFinish is a trademark of Studio F Productions, Inc. Windows, PowerPoint and Microsoft are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Adobe is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Inc. All other trademarks or trade names are the property of their respective owners.

For more information about PerfectDisk defragmentation software and CPU performance, please contact:

Meghan Searles
LEWIS PR
617-226-8844

Sherry Murray
Raxco Software, Inc
301-519-7836

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No More Binders: Cancer Center Committees Go Paperless with New Oncore Module

Three premier cancer centers have bid farewell to heavy binders, hours standing at the photocopier, paper memos, and treks across campus. This fall, they are revolutionizing the management of their Protocol Review and Monitoring Committees with something new. It's called ePRMS (Electronic Protocol Review & Monitoring System) and it is the result of a concerted effort to address a fundamental challenge facing today's cancer research facilities.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Three premier cancer centers have bid farewell to heavy binders, hours standing at the photocopier, paper memos, and treks across campus. This fall, they are revolutionizing the management of their Protocol Review and Monitoring Committees with something new. It’s called ePRMS and it is the result of a concerted effort to address a fundamental challenge facing today’s cancer research facilities.

News Facts:

• ePRMS is a beginning-to-end system for submitting, tracking, reviewing, revising, and approving scientific reviews for the lifetime of a protocol.
• Three NCI designated cancer centers collaborated with PercipEnz Technologies to develop the new module: The Karmanos Cancer Institute, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey, and the Indiana University Cancer Center.
• About one year after the September 2005 project kick-off, ePRMS is being actively used by all three collaborators.
• The new module is seamlessly integrated and comes standard with PercipEnz’s flagship product, Oncore™.
• With improvements to every step in the process, ePRMS reduces the time it takes to open a new protocol―a key barrier to accrual.
• Users can be geographically dispersed. The on-line submission feature offers immediate availability of protocol documents to committee members as they access their assignments over a secure Internet connection.
• ePRMS "understands" the workflow of protocol review & monitoring committees (also called scientific review committees). It streamlines review procedures for the lifetime of a protocol largely through improved control and automation of committee coordination tasks.

To request access to a video presentation, click here

To download an eBook on this topic, visit: www.onsemble.net

Quotes:

• "We have had our second meeting with the ePRMS system, and committee members are very pleased with the ease in which reviews can be completed. The meetings run smoothly and are on time." ― Beth Golden, RN, BSN, Director, Clinical Trials Office, Karmanos Cancer Institute.
• "We just had our first SRC meeting using ePRMS and the response was overwhelmingly positive. We are now one hour past the meeting and we have every reviewers’ notes except one—this typically takes a week or longer!" ― Erin Pennington, Protocol Development Coordinator at Indiana University Cancer Center
• "You can tell how well the collaboration went by the fact that the system is now working at three centers. ―Dr. Henry Durivage, Director of Human Research Services at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey.

About the Oncore People:

PercipEnz Technologies, Inc. develops and markets specialized informatics solutions for managing the clinical and translational research enterprise.

By adopting a highly collaborative product development process, PercipEnz gathers, distills and fine-tunes the best ideas from world-class research institutions to deliver solutions addressing key operational challenges.

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Debt Management Gaining Popularity As Small Businesses Face Tougher Economy

Chicago-area debt negotiator Performance Source Inc. sees business accelerating as small firms face higher interest rates and energy costs, and new bankruptcy rules.

Highland Park, IL (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- In a sign that the slowing U.S. economy may be catching up with small businesses, a leading debt-management firm says that this year it achieved its first $1-million in debt savings for its small-business clients earlier than in any other year in its 43-year history.

Performance Source Inc. (PSI), based in suburban Chicago, reported that the milestone was reached this year in the second week of May, instead of July as usual. The fact that PSI has not advertised or added staff this year further suggests that small companies increasingly are struggling with their debts.

For over a year now, rising interest rates and fuel prices have hit these companies’ cash flow and profitability especially hard, causing some to fall behind in paying their loans, leases, suppliers, and other creditors, as well as amounts owed in judgments and lawsuits. All of these debts are the focus of PSI’s negotiating efforts for clients.

Another reason PSI reached $1-million in savings earlier this year is because larger firms are now choosing to use its services. "Bigger companies tend to have more debt," notes PSI President Jim Herst, "and these companies are discovering professional, third-party debt negotiators, such as ourselves, as a solution to their problems." Instead of consolidating a client’s debts, PSI deals with each creditor individually, negotiating settlements which typically reduce the client’s total debt load by up to 80%. PSI works on a client-approved contingency basis as its sole source of revenue.

It’s no surprise that small businesses increasingly are turning to debt management. The new Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act, which went into effect in October 2005, places strict new limits on disposal of debts, both business and personal. "The downside of this law is that it makes it harder for people to get out from under business debts," says Lloyd Chapman, president of the American Small Business League.

Small businesses are vital to the U.S. economy. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration ("Small Business by the Numbers," June 2004), small firms represent more than 99% of all employers and 50% of the private-sector workforce. They provide about 75% of the net new jobs added to the economy each year, and more than half of the non-farm private gross domestic product, or a GDP of roughly $6-trillion.

About Performance Source Inc.
Since 1963, Performance Source Inc. (PSI) has helped small businesses nationwide improve their cash flow, and in many cases avoid bankruptcy, by negotiating with their creditors to reduce their business debts by as much as 80%. PSI has helped thousands of clients save tens of millions of dollars and satisfy their creditors without borrowing additional money. Under the company’s risk-free process, clients decide which payables they want PSI to negotiate, they approve (or decline) all proposed settlements in advance, and owe PSI nothing if a settlement is not reached or not accepted. And because the company also handles all contact with clients’ creditors, clients are able to focus on growing their businesses. For more information about PSI, please call 800/883-5080 or visit www.performancesourceinc.com. Performance Source Inc. is not affiliated with Performance Source II, Ltd.

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Profitable Business and Peace of Mind — Fairy Tale or Reality?

Enlightened management consulting, increases cash flow, lowers cost, cuts turn-over and brings peace of mind to both managment and employees

Portland, OR (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- A-TEAMS Performance Technologies, www.a-teams.us a management consulting group, is expanding its services internationally to assist CEOs Presidents and entrepreneurs on growing their companies in a more "enlightened fashion". A-TEAMS' business mangement services are designed to increase cash flow, lower costs, cut turn-over and bring peace of mind to both executive management as well as employees.

Michael Shenker, A-TEAMS President, has spent the last twenty five years intertwining Eastern philosophy with Western motivational techniques to Fortune 500 companies, new business start-ups and everything in between. Fundamental to Shenker's philosophy is "treat your employees like they're family and treat your customers like your employees."

One of the distinguishing aspects of the A-TEAMS www.a-teams.us management consulting strategy is the use of "teams" or mastermind groups for implementing change. According to Shenker, "By creating an environment that exploits traits that are hard-wired into the human psyche, combined with the dual dynamic of team support and peer-group pressure, peak-performance becomes the norm and achievement skyrockets." "The use of teams works, because everybody wants to be better than they are and people have better ideas and more courage for one another than they do for themselves. It also adds an element of fun to the organizational development process," says Shenker

In order to serve its expanded client base, A-TEAMS primarily works with its clients via teleconferencing and e-mail. This efficient executive coaching process saves everyone time and money and allows A-TEAMS to conveniently traverse time zones.

About A-TEAMS Performance Technologies www.a-teams.us:
A-TEAMS was formed in February 1996, after Michael Shenker, A-TEAMS founder, created the program for First Consumers National Bank (FCNB). The bank was in the midst of a buy-out by Spiegel (Spiegel Catalogs) and was concerned about their marketing team falling apart and loosing their $42 million per month revenue stream. Shenker, a business managent consultant, was brought on board to solve the problem. In a matter of months, the buy-out was complete, the revenue stream was maintained and according to Patti McCoy, FCNB's Executive Vice President, the marketing department was celebrating the "profound birth of a new marketing era". The A-TEAMS program was so successful, Shenker turned it into a stand-alone process for implementing change in companies whose management is looking for a better way to travel.

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Back-to-Back MBS U.S. Partner of the Year Iteration2 Applauds Selection of Satya Nadella to Lead Microsoft Business Solutions Group

Iteration2 is confident that Satya Nadella will continue the momentum of MBS growth, innovation providing a bright future for Microsoft Dynamics partners and customers

Irvine, California (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), the award winning provider of enterprise-wide business solutions announced it’s enthusiasm with Microsoft’s selection of Satya Nadella to lead Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS). Satya Nadella will replace Doug Burgum, the industry luminary who successfully led the MBS group to dynamic product innovation, deep integration with other Microsoft products, and the development of the industry’s most loyal partner channel.

“I am really excited that Microsoft has selected Satya Nadella to lead the next phase of growth and innovation for MBS. Satya’s leadership and knowledge of Dynamics gives us tremendous confidence that our investment in the Microsoft Partner Program will continue to grow in value. He has the vision, passion and commitment to empower people by delivering strong and innovative software products. He also has a proven track record and relentless focus on customers and partners” says Mike Gillis, President of Iteration2. “Microsoft continues to prove that they are a true innovative leader in business technology and this selection confirms their stake in the business application market. Microsoft has the right leadership, principles, strength and market position to provide amazing opportunities and value for partners. We are proud to be their business partner and continue to enable people and businesses throughout the world to realize their full potential.”

Gillis concluded emphatically “as a loyal partner, the continuity of strong leadership at Microsoft Business Solutions protects our investment…there could not be a stronger or more qualified choice than Satya for this job.”

About Iteration2
Iteration2 provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience that is easier to use, less complex, and more 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), and both the 2005 and the 2006 US MBS Partner of the Year

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

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

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ClearForest Rated Highest for Analysis & Production by Fuld & Company in New Competitive Intelligence Report

ClearForest, a leading provider of text analytics solutions, announced today that analyst firm, Fuld & Company, has rated ClearForest highly in its annual review of competitive intelligence solutions.

Waltham, MA (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- ClearForest (www.clearforest.com), a leading provider of text analytics solutions, announced today that Fuld & Company has rated ClearForest highly in its annual review of competitive intelligence products.

The annual Fuld & Company survey included a review of 17 software packages, employed over 120 criteria, and ranked products across each of the five steps in the Competitive Intelligence Cycle. In the report, ClearForest scored highest of all vendors evaluated in Analysis & Production, the “intelligence generator” step where an analyst transforms the collected data points into a meaningful assessment that uncovers both implications and possible outcomes. As stated in the report, “this phase of the intelligence cycle is where ClearForest stands out among competitive intelligence solutions.” ClearForest also ranked above average in four out of the five steps.

Since the last Fuld review in 2002, ClearForest’s text analytics software has matured, now offering role-based analytic interfaces and out-of-the-box extraction modules that are intuitive and easily adaptable for competitive and market analysis. ClearForest’s solution is ideal for competitive intelligence professionals who are looking to extract a variety of vertical, functional and business problem oriented concepts and relationships.

“We are happy to be included in this report and enthusiastically support Fuld & Company’s emphasis on the need for not just technology alone, but technology which complements both people and process,” says Jay Henderson, Director of Product and Corporate Marketing at ClearForest. “For companies with the right people and processes in place, text analytics software, like ClearForest, can significantly enhance the value that competitive intelligence brings to organizations,” Henderson says.

To see the new Fuld report, please visit: http://www.fuld.com/Products/ISR2006/HomePage.html

About ClearForest
ClearForest Corporation is a provider of text analytics solutions, supplying the analytical bridge between two previously disconnected worlds of information--unstructured text and enterprise data. In allowing both to be analyzed simultaneously, ClearForest makes unified business intelligence a reality. Our award-winning solutions enable text driven business intelligence for customers such as Eastman Chemical, Reuters, Elsevier Science and International Finance Corporation to turn large volumes of contextually-based information into proactive business intelligence.

Corporate headquarters are in Waltham, MA. For more information, please visit http://www.clearforest.com. ©2006 ClearForest Corp.

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SafetyXChange.org Hosts Great Debate: Is a Workplace Injury an Accident or an Incident?

Online community of safety professionals voice strong opinions on whether a workplace mishap is an accident or an incident.

Stamford, CT (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- SafetyXChange.org (http://www.safetyxchange.org), the online community for safety professionals, has been turned into an arena for one of the most hotly contested topics in occupational safety: the great “accident” vs. “incident” debate.

The debate involves whether the word “accident” should be used to describe workplace mishaps, particularly those involving personal injury or property damage. Critics contend that the word “accident” implies a certain inevitability and breeds a passive acceptance of risks that directly contributes to the occurrence of accidents; defenders contend that the word “accident” is linguistically and clinically appropriate and that attempts to substitute the word “incident” artificially manipulate the language and distance the safety profession from the real world.

Does any of this matter? “To an outsider, this might all seem like a battle over semantics and the splitting of hairs,” notes Glenn Demby, Editor-in-Chief of SafetyXChange.org. “But for safety professionals, it goes right to the soul of workplace safety and the role of the professional in protecting workers against risks.”

The response of safety professionals seems to bear Demby out. In response to the debate, (which was initially triggered by the article, “The Real Cause of Accidents” written by SafetyXChange Advisory Board Member Wayne Pardy and the rebuttal by Calgary HSSE director Greg MacDonald), more than 50 safety professionals from the U.S., Canada and other parts of the world have written to SafetyXChange.org to express their views. And two days later, the responses are still coming.

SafetyXChange.org was planning to publish all of the responses on October 4 in its regular Wednesday Safety Economics newsletter. But the sheer volume of responses has caught them off guard.

Says Demby, “This newsletter is supposed to be a short and quick read and I don’t see how we’re going to be able to do justice to all the respondents in such a format.”

Still, Demby admits it’s a pleasant problem to have. “Provoking thoughtful debate and discussion is what SafetyXChange is all about. How can I complain about the zeal and passion being exhibited by the members of SafetyXChange.”

To read the original article and join the debate, visit www.SafetyXChange.org. You’ll find the archived article in the Financing Safety section of the Knowledge Center.

About SafetyXChange

After just one year, SafetyXChange.org has had unprecedented success in attracting large numbers of loyal members and fostering a dialog to promote fresh thinking and insight on safety issues. Presently, approximately 14,000 international members participate in the forum, receive the free daily e-newsletters and access more than 300 free articles and Tools in the Knowledge Center. Additional information about SafetyXChange is available on its website at www.safetyxchange.org.

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New UK Crane for World-Class Aluminium Plant

As part of a rolling investment programme, Aluminium Bahrain has installed an additional heavy-duty overhead crane from UK handling specialist Street Crane Company. Operating in the smelting area, the crane will be used for tapping hot metal from the electrolytic cells, beam raising, floor slab removal and pot shell removal and replacement.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- As part of a rolling investment programme, Aluminium Bahrain has installed an additional heavy-duty overhead crane from UK handling specialist Street Crane Company. Operating in the smelting area, the crane will be used for tapping hot metal from the electrolytic cells, beam raising, floor slab removal and pot shell removal and replacement. The crane is engineered for continuous use in extreme temperatures and in an electrically charged environment with high levels of magnetic flux. It was installed with minimal disruption while the plant kept working.

Street have been working with Aluminium Bahrain since 1992 and now have ten cranes installed on site. The new crane is a double girder construction with a main hoist of 20 tonnes safe working load and two auxiliary hoists, each of eight tonnes. During hot metal decanting, the weight of the crucible is taken by the main hoist with the auxiliaries used for tipping. On-hoist weighing precisely measures the aluminium yield from each cell. Because the crane operates 24 hours a day and has a high proportion of heavy lifts, all lift and travel mechanisms are M8 heavy-duty rating.

For safety, crane travel is regulated by Street Crane’s X-Y Zero load swing prevention system. This optimises crane movement for maximum productivity without load swing. Radio remote operation avoids the restrictions of pendant control and allows the user to position themselves for greatest safety and best visibility. In addition to the main brake on the gearbox first reduction shaft, an additional safety disk brake is fitted to the main crane barrel of the hoist.

The crane uses Street’s VX hoists. The VX twin scrolling open barrel design ensures the hook follows a perfectly vertical path. The open plan design also gives very good access for easy maintenance. Motors and controls have been selected to withstand exposure to high temperature and humidity. Insulation provided at the hook, on the crab frame and between the crab frame and the crane bridge, enables the crane to work safely in a highly charged environment.

Aluminium Bahrain is one of the world’s largest producers of aluminium. The ISO9000 and ISO14001 certified plant produces 830,000 tonnes per annum of 99.9 percent pure aluminium as ingots, billets and rolling slabs for the world market. Expansion has proceeded in phases since the plant first opened in 1971, the latest phase being the development of line five at a cost of 1.7 billion US dollars. Over 2900 people work at the plant, which is a major export earner and contributor to the Bahrain economy. Street Crane’s equipment has been in use on the site for over 10 years, proving to be reliable and efficient, even under heavy use in extreme conditions.

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/st165/3926st1a.htm

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Acrelic Interactive Adds New Marketing Director to Leadership Team

Pam Hakim Joins Acrelic Interactrive as Director of Marketing to Lead Current Triple Digit Revenue Growth Efforts.

Warren, NJ (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Acrelic Interactive., the creator of WarpSales™ - the first lead qualification system that connects professional B2B sales people to their prospects in real time, named Pamela M.Hakim as Director of Marketing for the firm.

Pam is directing the company’s growth efforts and will be a catalyst to maintain the growth trend, which has been in the triple digits for the last three years. “Acrelic Interactive currently has a strong critical mass of customers, a proven track record of results for its solution, WarpSales, and a strong solution foundation. Pam can now lead the way for us in the market and get our innovations for Inside Sales and Lead Management recognized by a larger audience and get our solution “out there,” according David A. Rosen, Acrelic’s CEO. “Our growth to date has come from a guerilla sales team while we have been in stealth mode building our foundation. Pam has a unique style and experience that will continue to catapult our growth and she not only thinks strategically, develops effective positioning for us, and communicates very clearly, but she was also an inside sales rep and manager earlier in her career and brings a lot to the table with that combination,” David continued.

Pam is managing all aspects of Marketing including market definition, message development and channel optimization and will act as a catalyst to capture increased profitable market share in the future.

Pam brings over 15 years experience in brand creation and management as well as strategic marketing and best practice definition to the Acrelic Management team. Prior to coming to Acrelic, Pam was the co-founder and Principal of the PhD Consulting Group, a firm that has been developing and executing marketing and product development blueprints for high end products and services for the last several years. Prior to PhD, Pam was the Executive Director of Marketing at Telcordia Technologies, where she led a variety of Marketing, Strategy and Marketing Communications initiatives.

About Acrelic Interactive
Acrelic is the creator of WarpSalesTM -- – a top of the funnel lead qualification and management system that directly impacts the bottom line. With WarpSalesTM, Marketing organizations can accelerate delivery of both quantity and quality of leads to Inside Sales organizations who in turn, can increase their productivity by at least doubling their live connect and lead conversion rates.

Acrelic is helping companies across industry segments create new revenue opportunities and achieve greater profitability through a unique combination of technology and technique. By focusing on open source solutions for scalability and economic flexibility, Acrelic is able to provide a straightforward and affordable solution to companies of all sizes. A customer sampling includes: IBM, Citicorp, Computer Associates, and Tempur-Pedic, among others.

Acrelic Interactive is privately held, was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Warren, NJ.

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Pad Print Machinery of Vermont Promotes Michelle Wood

East Dorset, Vermont high-tech manufacuring company has promoted Michelle Wood of Danby, VT, to Operations Manager.

East Dorset, VT (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Katie McKenzie Martinez, Human Resources liaison at Pad Print Machinery of Vermont, has released word that Michelle “Micky” Wood of Danby, VT, has been promoted to Operations Coordinator at the East Dorset-based company this week. Micky received her promotion before her first year anniversary with the company. Martinez reports that Micky will be the Go-To person for questions on any and all machine orders.

“Micky has displayed an exceptional aptitude for prioritizing workloads and communicating with customers,” said McKenzie Martinez. “She is an amazing problem solver and will be a huge asset to us at every step of the machine order sequence.”

Wood’s new responsibilities run the gamut from maintaining a master schedule for all work orders -- including document management for Distribution, Pad Selection and Consumables -- to arrange training and technical services for all North and South American customer locations. Wood will also oversee the daily work activities of the employees who create samples for customers. Additionally, she is now responsible for establishing pricing for all consumables and machine materials sold at the company.

“I know it sounds a little daunting,” said Wood, “But I am a systems person and if everyone sticks to my systems, I should have no problem at all”

To learn more about the pad printing process, follow this Wikipedia link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pad_printing or view the company’s website at www.padprintmachinery.com.

About Pad Print Machinery of Vermont
Julian Joffe is the founder and president of Pad Print of Vermont. Although Joffe earned his degree in zoology, he had had a penchant for manufacturing as a result of the many hours he spent tinkering in his father’s workshop in South Africa as a youth. Upon graduation from University in 1976, he went to work in his father’s textile business and subsequently took over leadership of the company -- expanding the business to include pad printing. In 1981, citing strong philosophical differences with the apartheid government, Joffe moved his family to United States and, in 1985, embarked on an alliance with COMEC Italia. He founded COMEC USA in a pre-world war one building in Yonkers, NY.

Over the next ten years business flourished. However, Joffe began to feel the magnetism of the New England way of life beckon. In 1994, he could no longer resist the urge to live a simpler, more enriched lifestyle and moved to Vermont.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont was born in what had been, during the fifties and sixties, the sole movie theater in picturesque Manchester, VT. As the company continued to grow in both number of employees and amount of machines being built at any given point in time, they began to suffer a terminal case of claustrophobia. A concerted search for an appropriately-sized facility in southern or central Vermont finally paid off and, in 2003, they moved into a new 22,500 square foot building located in East Dorset, Vermont just five miles north of the cramped quarters in the old theater.

The new airy and spacious hi-tech facility has a reception area, a large showroom, Machine Shop, Graphics Department, Plate Department, Ink Department, Sales Department, Shipping Department, and administrative offices. For many Pad Print employees, it has become a home away from home. The Pad Print team now comprises 34 highly-skilled and motivated individuals with an incredible sense of team spirit. Their experience in the pad printing industry is second to none.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont’s newest pad printing machines have combined technologies from the latest innovations in mechanical engineering and electronics. These machines are servo controlled and are extremely fast, extremely precise, and extremely reliable. PPMOV has led the pad printing industry with such breakthrough innovations as the ability to print on medical devices as small as .01 inch to fully automated eight-color machines.

Recently, the company introduced the XD-400 Digital Series, its first “pad-less” machine. The digital series machines are capable of instantaneously changing the printed image.

In pursuing the goal of perfection in Customer Service and Satisfaction, the company constantly pushes the edge of the envelope and discovers more and more ways to incorporate pad printing into the customer manufacturing process. They look forward to the next 100 years.

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Antig and Partners AVC, Nan Ya PCB, Syspotek To Demonstrate Fuel Cell BEGINI Reference Design at 2006 IDF Fall, Taiwan Supply Chain Ready, Production in Q4

Antig Technology, the leading fuel cell solution provider, today announced that it will demonstrate, together with its Taiwan strategic partners Nan Ya Printed Circuit Boards (NY PCB), Asia Vital Components (AVC) and Syspotek, Fuel Cell reference design BEGINI targeting portable device makers at Intel Developer Forum (IDF) Sep.26-28,2006. BEGINI expects production/shipping in Q4.

Taipei, Taiwan (PRWEB) September 29, 2006 -- Antig Technology, the leading fuel cell solution provider and member of Intel’s Mobile PC EBL Working Group, today announced that it will demonstrate, together with its Taiwan strategic partners Nan Ya Printed Circuit Boards (NY PCB), Asia Vital Components (AVC), and Syspotek, the SoC Fuel Cell reference design BEGINI targeting portable device makers, showcasing the breakthrough digital, standard and mass production ready features of the solution at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) Sep.26-28,2006.

In addressing Intel’s initiative in bringing all-day and anywhere wireless mobile computing to reality, the 4 partners harness the strong design and manufacturing capability of Taiwan/Greater China IT supply chain to ready mass production capability on fuel cell. Antig (www.antig.com) provides the breakthrough digitalize and standardize SoC fuel cell module solution technology. And the three partners each took Antig’s fuel cell module technology and integrated with their own expertise: Nan Ya PCB (www.nanyapcb.com.tw) the leading PCB company, leverages its process and production capability into fuel cell module mass production; Syspotek (www.syspotek.com) the professional IC design company utilizes its knowledge in IC and application interfacing in the energy management of the fuel cell system; AVC (www.avc.com.tw) the top thermal solution company, incorporates it’s know-how into the balance of plant components and packing of the fuel cell system. Together the four companies fulfills a complete fuel cell system from key components to the entire system design and manufacture capability, ready to supply fuel cell to the world industry.

To illustrate, a fuel cell reference design BEGINI- the 16W multifunctional charger for portable devices will be showcased, it can provide both fuel cell power in off-grid condition, and on-grid usage by build-in converter to substitute device adopters for such as notebook (17V)、GPS (5V)、PMP (12V)、PDA (9V)、mobile phone (5V)、MP3 (5V), offering the true convenience in all-day anywhere mobile life. BEGINI is expected to enter production by Q4 this year.

For OEM/ODM service on fuel cell application or more information visit us at: Laptop PC EBL Community Technology Showcase, IDF Fall 2006, San Francisco, Moscone Center West.

About Antig
Provides the breakthrough digitalize and standardize SoC fuel cell module solution technology. And the three partners each took Antig’s fuel cell module technology and integrated with their own expertise.

About AVC
Establish in 1991, Asia Vital Components (AVC) is the leading thermal solution provider for PC . Its Greater China manufacture bases covering sites: Taipei (TW), and Gaoxiong (CN), Shenzhen (CN), Shanghai(CN) and Suzhou (CN). Now AVC incorporates it’s know-how in thermal solution and manufacture into the Balance of Plant (BOP) and Packing of the fuel cell system.

About Nan Ya PCB
Established in 1987, Nan Ya PCB, a subsidiary of one of the largest conglomerate in Taiwan the Formosa Plastics Group, is the world top advance PCB and IC substrate provider. Its manufacture bases covers Greater China sties: Taoyuan (TW), and Kunshan (CN). Nan Ya PCB leverages its process and production capability into the SoC fuel cell module mass production.

About Syspotek
Establish in 2005, Syspotek is a professional IC solution provider. Syspotek utilizes its knowledge in IC and application interfacing to the Energy Management of the fuel cell system, which manages the fuel cell operation and optimize energy efficiency. Syspotek also develops fuel cell sensor key components.

About Intel ‘s Mobile PC EBL WG
Intel’s Mobile PC Extended Battery Life (EBL) Working Group (WG) is the industry organization focusing on the achievement of all-day battery life in mobile PC platforms, announced in 2002.

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Taiwan’s Plastic and Rubber Processing Machinery is Becoming Well-Known in the World

Pulian is capable of producing customized machines with top quality at reasonable prices for both the domestic and international market.

Taiwan (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- According to statistics from the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Taiwan now is the world’s number five manufacturer of plastic and rubber processing machinery as well as the among the top four largest exporters. Although most of the manufacturers in this line are small to medium in size, with an average of less than 30 workers each, they have accumulated a great amount of experience in developing innovative products and in competing in the world arena.

Pulian International Enterprise Co., Ltd (PULIAN) found in 1994, is one of the largest manufacturers in this field. For more than a decade, the company has played a vital role in improving the quality and function of different kinds of equipment, such as granulators, shredders, loaders and conveyors, to meet new trends in international markets. It also provides a full range of accessories such as blades, magnet boxes, hoppers, screens and more.

While continuing to develop advanced production techniques, Pulian is now leading the Turn-Key Plan of the Plastic and Rubber Industry. Pulian is capable of producing customized machines with top quality at reasonable prices for both domestic and international market.

Pulian's top selling machines include:

Granulator: One of Pulian’s hottest-selling items is its Granulator series A, which is infrastructural crushing equipment. It has a special design for its blades and is made of high speed steel (SKH-2) and mould tool steel (SKD-11) that cuts the material efficiently and is able to regrind immediately. In addition, it produces minimal powder and is vibration free with its cutting angle design. This particularly cutting design makes for easy cleaning, operation and maintenance. The blades and screens are replaceable easily. Pulian can make various sizes of granulators for customer applications.

Shredder: The Shredder Machine AG Series is designed for automatically cutting enormously complex waste with its efficient shredding within a function of reverse rotation. Uses include processing car tire waste, domestic electronic waste, leather, furniture, paper and much more. Each machine has an overload reversal safety gear to ensure the workings are environmentally safe. The oil pressure and easy replaceable two-side blades design break tradition and enhance the machine maximum efficacy.

Crusher: With its unique design, the Pulian Crusher Machines offer extremely powerful crushing capacity making it able to crush various plastic materials such as PP, PE, PVC, ABS, PC and so on. Plastic recycling is actually a very big business. The automatic equipment is also perfect for plastic waste recovery for injection molding processors. For example, it uses an innovative new technology to use the PET material from PET bottles in order to make a cloth.

Loader: Auto Loader AV series offers an effective method to decrease labor and material costs. The machine is able to supply material stably for a long period of time. The series adopts a high density filter and low air-lock, which reduces air pollution, as well as a sensitivity sensor and well-closed flap valve to avoid scattering residual material on the hopper filter. Along with its exclusive design, it is easy to clean the dusting inside the hopper filter using an air gun.

Conveyor: Auto Conveyor C series is a perfect co-worker with granulator, it carries reject products to the granulator. Pulian is able to make various sizes of conveyor machine exteriors and functions. It makes adjustable lengths from 0.5m to 30m, widths from 100mm to 1 000mm, different location degrees and a choice of speed controls. All parts of components are made in durable stainless steel on both the sides of aprons and the aluminum hydraulic framework for its advanced design.

Based on its experience, Pulian insisted on strict quality control, which is the only way to win the customers’ confidence. The company also emphasizes R&D and safety, each product’s system and service fits in with the safety quality standard of CE. To facilitate marketing, Pulian launches all its products online advertisement to global markets.

History
1994 -Auto Mix AM Series
1998 -Approved of TUV CE Mark
2003 -Approved of CSA Standards
2006 -Annexed the Dewaxing Commercial Foundry

Pulian's main products are listed as follows: granulator, crusher, shredder machine, mixers & crushers for plastic, grinders, crushers & screen machines, granulator, vacuum autoloader, auto loader. Please visit Pulian's website for more information.

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ATAGO Celebrates 66 Years of Business

The first official Press Release to announce the opening of ATAGO's first overseas subsidiary office, ATAGO U.S.A., Inc. A leading Manufacturer of Refractometers in the world, ATAGO's innovative designs and cutting edge technology has propeled this company to the top in customer choice and satisfaction.

Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- ATAGO is proud to announce the celebration of its 66th birthday as a company this month. Since 1940, ATAGO has become one of the leading manufacturers of refractometers in the world.

With innovative designs and a respected reputation for high quality instrumentation, ATAGO strives towards their company objective for global expansion. To better serve our customers and distributors in North, Central and South America, ATAGO opened the doors to their first subsidiary office July 2002, ATAGO U.S.A., Inc., in Kirkland, Washington. After two short years, the office moved to a larger facility in Bellevue, WA to enhance operations and to better accommodate the increasing customer inquiries, sales and workforce. By working closely with distributors and listening to the voices of our customers, ATAGO USA is able to both gather valuable information for future development and improve already available services. ATAGO is always striving to provide only the most personal and professional customer service.

ATAGO is famous for creating the world’s first handheld refractometer in 1953. In 1974, ATAGO released the N-1, an improved design with fewer moving parts and a brighter, high-contrast view. In 2003, the ATC-equipped, water-resistant digital hand-held refractometer PAL-1 made its debut. In order to satisfy the demand for an analog with the extensive features of the extremely popular PAL, ATAGO incorporated decades of continual development to create the all-new MASTER series -- the ultimate analog hand-held refractometer.

The MASTER series features instruments that have it all. The Automatic Temperature Compensation, IP65 water resistance (meaning you can wash it off under a faucet), exceptionally bright and easy to read scale, and the ability to take measurements without even lifting the daylight plate come packaged in an unprecedented sleek new design.

ATAGO is in the process of replacing all of our current hand-held models with the MASTER series design. Currently, imitations have flooded the market with low quality, poor accuracy instruments, modeled on a standard body similar to ATAGO’s older designs. ATAGO is re-identifying ourselves with customers, to ensure that consumers are purchasing ATAGO and not a lesser instrument.

The new MASTER body is not only sleek and artistic, but is also more hygienic than standard rubber grips. The one-piece barrel design lends itself to the water-resistance feature. While some competitors offer water-resistant analog handheld units as well, the MASTER series retains the functionality of having a focusable eyepiece.

Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC) ensures a high accuracy measurement, without having to keep a conversion chart on hand. ATAGO strives to make ATC the standard for all hand-held analog units. By raising the bar with this bold new design, ATAGO clearly separates itself from the competition and remains the global leader in refractometers.

ATAGO features a very wide range of products. Contact us to find out more about:
• Digital Portable refractometers (with water resistance and high accuracy)
• Digital Benchtop refractometers (with internal temperature control)
• Abbe refractometers (with multi-wavelength capabilities)
• Polarimeters (semi and fully automatic)

Please visit us at our website for more information. A dedicated Customer Service Representative is also waiting to speak with you at 1-877-ATAGO-USA (1-877-282-4687).

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AMI Introduces Professional-Grade Acoustic Ceiling Tiles for Residential, Commercial and Industrial Applications

Improve in-room sound quality and reduce noise transmission through a ceiling. We offer Premium Acoustic Ceiling Tiles in a wide variety of sizes, colors and edge configurations designed for use in new or existing construction.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- American Micro Industries, Inc., a global leader in the development, manufacturing and distribution of specialty acoustic and soundproofing materials, has recently introduced a new family of premium grade ceiling tiles for acoustically demanding environments. The Company is now offering the Commercial Plus, Softscape, Tufcore and Symphony series in a wide variety of sizes, colors and edge configurations designed for use in new or existing construction.

With the advent of today’s high-tech audio and home theater systems, many listening environments now require acoustic surfaces offering high Noise Reduction Coefficient performance to maximize in-room sound quality. We offer the Commercial Plus, Softscape, Symphony and Tufcore series acoustic tiles with NRC ratings up to 1.0 or 100%.

In addition to premium sound enhancing ceiling products, We offer a complete inventory of sound proofing materials including low-profile dual function ceiling tiles that block and absorb sound energy. We provide free computer simulated acoustic analysis, technical design assistance and engineering guidance for any sound enhancing or noise blocking application. The Company stocks a complete inventory and most orders are fulfilled within 48 hours of receipt.

Commercial Plus, Softscape, Symphony and Tufcore can be purchased directly from American Micro Industries through our secure on-line store or by phone. Pricing on our Acoustic Ceiling Tile Products Include Free Freight to the Lower 48. The website address is www.acousticalceilingtiles.com; The Company’s acoustical consultants can be contacted toll-free at: 800-558-2058. A.M.I. is a veteran-owned business founded in 1995. The Company headquarters is located in Chambersburg, PA.

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DDL Launches On-Demand Series of Webinars - Reveals 7 Testing Methods Vital to Medical Device Package Validation

With industry requirements constantly changing, DDL is hosting a series of webinars on the new ISO 11607-01 standard and the tests most vital to medical device package validation.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- http://www.testedandproven.com – DDL, a leading package, product and material testing services laboratory, is now hosting its ISO 11607 Revisions series of webinars “on-demand”.

The new ISO 11607-01 standard contains many revisions that will affect package testing requirements for medical device manufacturers.

“The more industry regulations change, the more difficult it is for manufacturers to keep up-to-date on requirements for their products’ packaging,” said Patrick Nolan, COO of DDL Inc. “This is why DDL has launched a series of on-demand webinars to help manufacturers understand new requirements that will directly affect their business.”

For those manufacturers that are unclear about the package validation process, DDL explains that there are 7 vital tests for validating packaging with the new ISO 1607-01 standard.

1. Seal Peel Testing
2. Bubble Leak Testing
3. Leak Testing By Dye Penetration
4. Drop Testing
5. Compression Testing
6. Load Testing
7. Vibration Testing

“The new ISO 11607-01 standard contains new requirements for medical device package testing,” said Patrick Nolan. “Changes include sample size, accelerated aging protocols, documentation and labeling, which are all instrumental in validating packaging for use.”

Listen to the ISO 11607 Revisions Webinars on-demand at http://www.testedandproven.com/webinars_ondemand.html

Watch videos of the 7 tests vital to package validation at http://www.testedandproven.com/landing/package_validation.htm

About DDL
DDL offers expert package testing, product testing and material testing services including shock testing, vibration testing, tensile testing, leak testing and validation. DDL 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 7). DDL Testing Services maintains full service testing labs in Minnesota and California. http://www.testedandproven.com

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Retailers Enthusiastic about Outback Chair's New Double Lounger

Latest Addition to Outback’s Collection of Remarkably Relaxing Hanging Chairs and Hammocks Debuted at the Casual Furniture & Accessories Market in Chicago, Ill.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Retailers are raving about Outback Chair Company’s new Double Lounger, a modern reinterpretation of the traditional porch swing. Based on the design of the top-selling Outback Lounger, the Double Lounger offers generous room for two. It is perfect for homeowners who want to share the time-honored comfort of relaxing in an old fashioned porch swing -- updated with contemporary styling and advanced ergonomic design. Outback Chair Company, Inc., manufacturer of the most complete line of remarkably relaxing hanging chairs and hammocks, introduced the Double Lounger at the Casual Furniture & Accessories Market in Chicago, September 13 - 16, 2006.

“All of Outback’s hanging chairs are strong sellers for us,” said Kebbie Crout, owner, Hit the Deck Patio Warehouse, Fenwick Island, Del. “We had the chance to sit in the new Double Lounger at the Casual Market, and it is comfortable with plenty of room for two. Our customers have been asking for a two-seater, and we are anxious to get the new Double Lounger into our store and on display.”

According to Carl Dupree, owner of Palmetto Hammock & Resort Shoppe in Charleston, S.C., “the new Double Lounger looks to be a sure winner for retailers of casual and outdoor furniture.”

“The wide, wooden arms of the Outback Loungers make them truly different and exceptionally comfortable,” said Paige Remington, owner, Island Hammocks, Plantation Key, Fla. “The Loungers are among our highest priced, and highest margin, products. So we were looking forward to the introduction of the new double version.”

The Double Lounger’s seat is 45 inches wide, 18 inches wider than the standard Outback Lounger seat. It is constructed with a UV-treated, 600x600 denier polyester fabric that is durable and easy to clean. Color choices include navy blue, green, burgundy, sand and camouflage. Two fabric options are available: smooth or basket weave. The Double Lounger features 1.5-inch thick closed cell foam seat cushions and wide, curved arms fashioned in varnished hardwood. Like all hanging furniture from Outback Chair Company, the Double Lounger is backed by a 10-year warranty. And it even comes complete with two cup holders for those refreshing summertime beverages. MSRP: $399 (smooth fabric), $429 (basket weave fabric).

Outback Chair Company will display the new Double Lounger at the AQUA Show (booth 1062), November 8 - 10, 2006, Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, Nev. and at the International Pool & Spa Expo (booth 977B), November 29 - December 1, 2006, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nev.

About Outback Chair Company, Inc.

When selecting casual furniture, discerning consumers seek exceptional value: imaginatively designed, well-made furniture that provides genuine comfort at a sensible price. For these consumers, and the retailers who serve them, Outback Chair Company manufactures and distributes the most complete line of remarkably relaxing hanging furniture. Suspended from the ceiling of a porch or swaying gently from a frame out back on a patio, by the pool or in the garden, Outback’s hanging furniture – including chairs, loungers, recliners and hammocks – offers lofty comfort that raises relaxation to serene heights. Founded in 1997, Outback Chair Company (www.outbackchair.com) is headquartered in San Diego, Calif.

High-resolution Product Images:

High-resolution images of the new Outback Double Lounger from Outback Chair Company are available to members of the media upon request.

Additional Information:

Outback Chair’s online press kit is accessible at http://www.outbackchair.com/press_kits.html. A story backgrounder on specialty retailers’ success with hanging furniture from Outback Chair Company is available to members of the media upon request.

Editorial Appointments:

For assistance in scheduling an editorial appointment with Outback Chair Company at the AQUA Show (booth 1062) or the International Pool & Spa Expo (booth 977B), kindly contact David Aquilina.

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Pearl Echo Web Filtering Nominated for SC Magazine Honor

Pearl Software, Inc., a leading provider of Employee Internet Monitoring and Web Filtering software, announced that its innovative Pearl Echo-Suite has been nominated for the 2007 SC Magazine Reader’s Trust award in the Best Web Filtering category. Additional information on Pearl Echo-Suite can be found at http://www.pearlsw.com.

Exton, PA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Pearl Software, Inc., a leading provider of Employee Internet Monitoring and Web Filtering software, announced that its innovative Pearl Echo-Suite has been nominated for the 2007 SC Magazine Reader’s Trust award in the Best Web Filtering category. The Excellence Awards recognize leading products and companies as decided by a panel of industry luminaries from the analyst and end-user communities.

“We are excited to be included with our Web Filtering peers in this respected trade journal,” said David Fertell, Pearl Software’s CEO. “Early on, our company was recognized by the Clinton administration as the prototypical Internet monitoring solution used to manage user Internet access. In response to customer requests, over the past ten years we have added various Internet controls to our solutions – including Web Filtering. It’s heartening to receive this accolade by SC Magazine’s audience for a product built on the user community’s feedback.”

Pearl Echo-Suite is an e-communications monitoring, filtering, and control solution enabling effective management of employee Internet usage in mobile, desktop and server-centric environments. Echo-Suite actively captures employee web browsing, file transfers, news, chat, IM, e-mail and web-mail, including all encoded attachments. Internet access permissions can be set at the group and user level, based on time controls, keyword triggers, allow-lists, block-lists and a dynamic library of web domain category filters. More information on Pearl Software and its suite of products can be found at http://www.pearlsw.com.

About Pearl Software
Pearl Software was founded in 1996 by David Fertell and Joe Field. The company provides Internet monitoring, filtering and control products to the growing Internet user community. Pearl Software’s key patent-pending products include Pearl Echo-Suite, Website-Echo and IM-Echo. The company also offers browser control software, TakeMeHome and partners with law enforcement to extend the application of its remote and mobile Internet monitoring and control capabilities. For additional news on Pearl Software, please visit http://www.pearlsw.com/news.

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Industry-led Website for Baja California's Expanding Aerospace Industry Launched at International Conference

Highlighting new aerospace investments in Mexico, Mr. John Riley, CEO of San Diego-based BC Manufacturing, announces new industry-led informational website for Baja California's fast-growing aerospace industry. His annoucement was part of a major aerospace and defense industry conference held in Scottsdale, Arizona today by MexicoNow magazine.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- At an international aerospace conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, today, John Riley, CEO of San Diego-based BC Manufacturing USA, announced the launch of BajaAerospace.org -- an industry-led informational website created to attract even more attention to the growing number of aerospace companies operating in Baja California, Mexico. "From our perspective, the transformation that’s occurring in Baja California and several other regions in Mexico for aerospace suppliers and major manufacturers has finally reached a critical mass, and we want the world to know about it," said Riley.

Several key topics covered by this industry-led effort include:

* Detailed information from the Baja California and Mexican Federal governments on aerospace industry investments in Mexico;

* Profiles and contacts for aerospace industry companies currently operating in Baja California; and,

* Updated information about ongoing talks between the United States and Mexico to negotiate a Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreement (BASA) that will allow Mexico-based companies to produce safety-certified components for U.S. aerospace manufacturers.

"Nearly half of Mexico’s aerospace-related companies are in Baja California, and between existing efforts of the State and Federal governments, as well as regional universities on both sides of the border, it only makes sense to create a one-stop shop for aerospace information about what’s going on just minutes below Southern California," said Ricardo Dominguez, BC Manufacturing USA’s aerospace division manager, and a key force in developing the BajaAerospace.org website. Dominguez explained, "Our goal is to help change perceptions within the aerospace industry about what can be done in Baja California, and launching BajaAerospace.org is one way to do that."

About BC Manufacturing USA
BC Manufacturing USA is a San Diego-based maquiladora manufacturing services company specializing in nearshore manufacturing, assembly, fulfillment and HR services in Baja California. Founded originally as Vertek International more than 20 years ago, BC Manufacturing USA is now one of Baja California’s leading maquiladora shelter firms.

For more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with John Riley or Ricardo Dominguez, please contact Luisa Alvarez at (619) 661-6868.

Media Contacts:
John Riley, President/CEO of BC Manufacturing USA
(619) 661-6868 (office) or (619) 666-4560 (cell)

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Ansell Implements Pilot System to Achieve Operational Excellence with Services from Geoprise and Mustang Technologies

Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN) has successfully implemented the pilot phase of its worldwide quality and compliance initiative, using services from Geoprise and Mustang Technologies of Bangkok, Thailand. The new system is up and running at Ansell's plant in Melaka, Malaysia.

Bangkok, Thailand (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 –- Geoprise Technologies announced today that Ansell Limited (ASX:ANN), a global leader in healthcare barrier protection, has successfully implemented the pilot phase of its worldwide quality and compliance initiative using FlexNet® applications from Apriso®, the U.S. maker of software for product supply operations. Ansell's initiative is designed to institutionalize high quality standards and cost-effective compliance across all of Ansell’s operations and markets. The system is now up and running at Ansell's plant in Melaka, Malaysia, which manufactures surgical and examination gloves. Geoprise collaborated with Mustang Technologies of Bangkok to author, test and deploy business processes for the plant's packing, irradiation, warehousing and shipping operations, which ship over 200 million pairs of gloves per year to healthcare professionals worldwide.

"The involvement of Geoprise and Mustang was crucial to the success of this project," said Peter Holman, Ansell's Director Information Services for Asia. "Their participation added considerable value above and beyond what we customarily expect from system implementers, including rigorous testing, performance monitoring, system tuning and round-the-clock support after the new system went live."

"Geoprise and Mustang brought in-depth knowledge of FlexNet applications together with many years of industry experience," added Azfar Hassan, Ansell's Information Technology Manager for Malaysia. "They proactively offered numerous best-practice recommendations which greatly benefited our project team, and gave us fresh insights on how to streamline and improve our supply network operations."

About Ansell Limited

Ansell Limited is a global leader in healthcare barrier protective products and in 2005 celebrated 100 years in its field. With operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, Ansell employs more than 11,000 people worldwide and holds leading positions in the natural latex and synthetic polymer glove and condom markets. Ansell operates in three main business segments: Occupational Healthcare, supplying hand protection to the industrial market; Professional Healthcare, supplying surgical and examination gloves to healthcare professionals; and Consumer Healthcare, supplying sexual health products and consumer hand protection. Information on Ansell and its products can be found at www.ansell.com.

About Geoprise Technologies

Geoprise™ Technologies delivers exceptional value by combining world-class operations management expertise with low-cost Asian technology skills. Its management team possesses over a century of cumulative experience and proven executive track records in the USA, Europe and the Asia Pacific region. Recognizing that software alone can’t make a business succeed, Geoprise also assists its clients in selecting the right strategies for profitable growth and deploying best practices to ensure those strategies are carried out. For further information, visit the Geoprise Web site at www.geoprise.com.

About Mustang Technologies

Mustang Technologies is a privately owned, Thailand Board of Investment promoted, technology company that focuses on providing outsourced software and e-commerce services. Mustang Technologies operates a software factory in Software Park Thailand, near Bangkok, Thailand, that offers high quality, affordable software development services in one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. Mustang Technologies' MUSTANG COD MODEL gives global clients, looking for affordable alternative to in-house software development, an opportunity to manage their software development projects using highly skilled, affordable, local development teams. Mustang Technologies' senior management team has more than 50 years experience in the Information Communication Technology (ICT) industry. To find out more about Mustang Technologies and the MUSTANG COD MODEL go to: www.mustang-technologies.com.

Geoprise is a trademark of Geoprise Technologies in the United States and/or other countries.

Apriso and FlexNet are either trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Apriso Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

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Frontier Silicon launches low cost DAB module offering longest battery life

Frontier Silicon is unveiling Venice 5, a low cost DAB module which offers one week’s worth of battery life, when typically DAB modules have lasted only one day. Measuring just 52mm x 40mm and based on its recently launched Kino 2 baseband processor, Venice 5 is designed for next generation DAB home audio products such as kitchen and clock radios, CD audio systems and hi-fi tuner systems.

London (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Frontier Silicon is unveiling Venice 5, a low cost DAB module which offers one week’s worth of battery life, when typically DAB modules have lasted only one day. Measuring just 52mm x 40mm and based on its recently launched Kino 2 baseband processor, Venice 5 is designed for next generation DAB home audio products such as kitchen and clock radios, CD audio systems and hi-fi tuner systems. The new module will be showcased for the first time during the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (13-16 Oct) and will be shipping to customers from December 2006.

The Venice 5 entry level DAB module is 50 percent smaller than previous Venice modules, the world’s best selling DAB module series with over three million already deployed in digital radios worldwide. It offers a battery life of over 170 hours using six D cells, which is an incredible jump in performance when compared to the typical battery life of a DAB module being around 26 hours. Another key advantage to manufacturers using Venice 5 is that it is completely self-contained and can be customised through software to allow the manufacturer to deliver a differentiated product in a very short timeframe. The extensive 640Kbytes of on-chip memory available on Kino 2 also enables functions like FM, clocks, alarms, and timers without the need for additional external memory on the module.

Venice 5 will be supported by three different ready-to-manufacture reference platforms - Jupiter, Quantum, and Mercury - that have been developed by local design partners in China to help meet the needs of an emerging Chinese DAB market as well as local manufacturers designing for global markets. The platforms are highly configurable and customisable to support a wide range of product segments from basic kitchen and portable radios through to CD-based systems and advanced music server type applications.

Editor's notes:
Frontier Silicon uses Meta(TM) multi-threaded processor and UCC(TM) universal communications IP cores from Imagination Technologies.

About Frontier Silicon
Frontier Silicon is the leading supplier of digital and RF integrated circuits and modules for mobile TV and DAB digital radio products. Frontier is supplying solutions for leading products such as the Samsung B2300 and SGH-P900 T-DMB mobile phones and has over 80 percent market share for DAB receiver solutions. Frontier Silicon’s products include solutions for DAB digital radio, T-DMB and DAB-IP and a multi-standard receiver solution for mobile TV reception combining DVB-H, T-DMB and DAB-IP.

Customers include Bang & Olufsen, Bush, Denon, Goodmans, Grundig, JVC, Onkyo, Philips, PURE Digital, Roberts Radio, Samsung, Sharp, Sony and TEAC. Frontier Silicon has operations in UK, Ireland, China, South Korea and Japan. For more information, visit www.frontier-silicon.com.

Contact details:
Jonathan Colbourne, Marketing and PR manager
Tel: +44 (0) 1923 474220
Fax: +44 (0)1923 202251

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Five IECEx Certificates Open the Door for Dual ATEX-IECEx Marking for Hawke International

Renowned for the quality of their ATEX certified cable glands and hazardous connection products, Hawke International, has now received a suite of five IECEx certificates from BASEEFA. This opens the door for dual marking.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Renowned for the quality of their ATEX certified cable glands and hazardous connection products, Hawke International, has now received a suite of five IECEx certificates from BASEEFA. This opens the door for dual marking.

In place since 2004, IECEx was introduced to provide a worldwide certification scheme where participating countries readily accept test information for IECEx certified products that have been tested against the requirement of the IEC 60079 series of standards. This new approach enables these products to be accepted in those countries that take part.

Although the IECEx introduces some additional requirements, common elements in the IECEx and ATEX certification markings make it possible for Hawke International to include both sets of marking on their cable gland ranges. “Dual marking will make gland selection much easier for users. It will enable Hawke International’s cable glands to gain an equal acceptance status in the countries signed up to IECEx as they currently receive within Europe,” commented Phil O’Connor, Hawke’s head of development and marketing.

“Safety is paramount in situations where potentially explosive environments are a hazard such as oil, gas, mining, chemical and many processing industries. These activities take place on a global scale so a worldwide certification scheme will give company buyers even greater confidence,” concluded Phil.

More information: Phil O’Connor, Hawke International, Tel. +44 (0)161 830 6698 Fax. +44 (0)161 830 6648 Web: www.ehawke.com

High/low resolution images are on the web at www.ainsmag.co.uk/ha218/4240ha1a.htm

Note to Editors
Hawke International recently produced a comprehensive hazardous area wall chart to explain the similarities between ATEX and IECEx certification. A free poster size copy of this wall chart is available by request from the company’s web site at www.ehawke.com/wallchart.asp

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Unsung Hero Gets Story Told

What would society look like without hinges? Only the wealthy or powerful would have security. Women and weak people could not be independent. Modern transportation would not be feasible. The hinge is critical. This importance is implied when you do a Google search on “hinges” and see an article claim that foreign policy hinges on this, or brand loyalty hinges on that. The hinge as an invention, however, is ignored as a topic of interest in the usual information sources. This servant of daily life that empowers people everywhere is overlooked and unrecognized. …until now. HardwareSource.com has published the story of the hinge in a series of inter-related pages accessed through a new “Hinge History” section.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Without hinges there would be no doors on cars, trucks, or planes that provide containment during transit then open quickly and easily for loading and unloading. How would you lock up a home without doors on hinges? Anything that provides sufficient protection over a doorway would be very heavy to move. House doors, garage doors, cabinet doors, shutters, and gates with no hinges would require so much more strength to move. The hinge empowers people who are physically weak to be self-reliant. The hinge truly enables society as we know it.

The invention of the wheel gets respect and attention. No one wants to reinvent it. The wheel primarily enables weight-bearing loads to move horizontally, on land; but, hinges provide weight-bearing loads to move in all kinds of directions. If you try to research the hinge, however, you will see how little information is available.

This reliable unsung hero of our daily lives now has its story told at HardwareSource.com. In its passion for hinges, HardwareSource.com has sponsored the research for and publication of pages devoted to the Story of the Hinge. They devoted a whole section to this information accessed through “Hinge History” in the top navigation bar found here: http://www.hardwaresource.com

An expert researcher and reporter, Alix Stuart, is an Active Lightning Specialist who was put on the case of uncovering the Story of the Hinge. She discovered a time in civilization where there were no hinges! Excavation of an ancient settlement in Turkey dating back to 6500 BC shows no hinges and no front doors. People entered and exited their dwellings from a hole in the roof. The first available evidence of hinges is their role in the security of a city, to allow people to open and close a massive gate door that was attached to protective walls. Then there is evidence of the wealthy and powerful using hinges for special buildings in 760 BC. In the settlement of the USA, hinges played a major role in making covered wagons serviceable for on-the-go living. In current times, the hinge provides service throughout a home: doors, cabinets, refrigerator, chests, and garage door. This information is covered in Hinge History – Historical Advances and Development of the Hinge. http://www.hardwaresource.com/hingehistory.asp

A good hinge provides the most strength for the least size and weight. So the Story of the Hinge involves advances in metal. Alix also researched and wrote an article on the History of Metal in Hinges: Bronze, Iron and Steel http://www.hardwaresource.com/about_hinges/metal_in_hinges.html. Bronze came into use around 3000 BC. In the second millennium BC, most likely during the 1400s, the Hittites discover how to make steel. Knowing more about metals helps with selecting the best hinge solution. The Story of the Hinge also involves Hinge Fabrication Methods. Modern technology enables many possibilities for strength and design. Ball bearing hinges, invisible hinges, demountable hinges, continuous hinges, and butterfly hinges are just some of the options made possible by modern hinge fabrication methods. http://www.hardwaresource.com/about_hinges/fabrication_of_hinges.html

The Story of the Hinge also includes several people who contributed significant hinge inventions. Each spawned a company to fabricate their hinge innovations: Stanley, Hager, Amerock, and Blum. The current state of hinge development is shown via the HardwareSource.com Hinge Collection. http://www.hardwaresource.com/about_hinges/hinge_collection.html

We would like people everywhere to appreciate the hinge. It makes an important contribution to security and easy living. It enables our modern lifestyles. Its history provides a unique perspective on understanding human progress.

For additional information about HardwareSource.com visit their site at:
http://www.hardwaresource.com/ContentPage.asp?ContentID=36.
For more information on their information content developer visit:
http://www.activelightning.com.

About HardwareSource.com:

HardwareSource.com is one of the world’s leading online hinge retailers. It is the specialty hinge division of San Diego Hardware which has been supplying hardware and hinges since 1892.

HardwareSource.com is designed to help people find the hinge they need and provide helpful hinge information such as types of cabinet door mounts, how to estimate door weights, a glossary, manufacturer information, and a question/answer section. They boast the widest selection of hinges you'll find anywhere—about 2300 at last count, with more added weekly. (Other stores carry only 100 to 350 types of hinges.) Their online in catalog is overflowing with full-color images, concise descriptions and enough information on installation requirements so that even a hinge-novice can shop with confidence. The staff at HardwareSource is very responsive and helpful to questions from the public. Hardware Source is the leading online resource for hinges.

Contacts:

Rip Fleming
HardwareSource.com
5710 Kearny Villa Rd, Suite A
San Diego, CA 92123
858-576-1892 x101
http://www.hardwaresource.com

Sally Seaver Shabaka
Active Lightning
PO Box 51159
Boston, MA 02205
617-275-4413
http://www.activelightning.com

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Kozio kDiagnostics™ Ships on ADI's Sidewinder XScale® IXP465 Access Gateway Reference Design; Complete Validation Package for Custom Boards Available in Just Two Weeks

Kozio's kDiagnostics software product now ships with ADI Engineering’s new Sidewinder XScale® IXP465 Access Gateway Reference Design.

Longmont, CO (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Kozio, Inc., the leading provider of advanced embedded functional-test and diagnostics ideally suited for board bring-up, manufacturing test and power-on self test, today announced that evaluation versions of the company's kDiagnostics software product now ship with ADI Engineering’s new Sidewinder XScale® IXP465 Access Gateway Reference Design.

Kozio’s turnkey validation package includes proven test suites for DDR SDRAM, Flash, Mini-PCI and connected devices, 10/100 Ethernet, Ethernet Switch, FXS and VoIP ports, USB 2.0 ports, USB 1.1 device port, SATA 1.0 host port, ATA port, RS-232 port. This validation suite is provided for evaluation purposes, and a complete validation package can be configured for custom IXP465 boards in just two weeks.

“We've been working with Kozio for more than two years to make it easier to prove out our hardware board designs, and kDiagnostics is a key product for us” notes Barry Dallavalle, software director of ADI Engineering, Inc. “It has proven to be extremely useful, and is a cornerstone of the factory test production we do for our customers, and a key part of testing boards that are returned. Kozio is extremely responsive and very technically capable, and they are a pleasure to work with.”

Kozio continues to expand its FullCircuit evaluation program, and continues to expand its long-running partnership with ADI Engineering, Inc. This release of Kozio’s validation software supports the new XScale IXP465 processor; Intel’s latest processor in the IXP4XX family, and includes updates to its automated VoIP and USB test packages.

“We are pleased to continue our strong and productive partnership with ADI Engineering as they expand their offering of XScale reference platforms,” stated Joseph Skazinski, president of Kozio. “This year we are shipping on twenty processor reference platforms for PowerPC® and XScale®, and are very pleased with how our evaluation program has taken off.”

kDiagnostics' USB validation suite verifies the operation of Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 and 1.1 host and devices. Tests and commands are provided to perform a full reset of the host controller, start the host controller running, perform device enumeration tests, validate the basic functionality of an internal USB device, and display information about internal USB devices, including USB 2.0 support, bulk transfers, and supported endpoint packet sizes. In addition, mass transfers to a connected USB storage device are offered when the device supports such a feature.

The Voice/Audio test commands verify the higher-level functionality of voice channels utilizing SLIC (Subscriber Line Interface Circuit) components. Tests in this category validate data transfer to and from SLICs using the high-speed serial interface. Tests include voice recording and playback from a connected telephone and DTMF (Dual Tone Multiple Frequency) tone generation and detection (also known as touch tone dialing). Low-level commands are available for generating dial tones, busy signals and can also be used to generate a perfect 1 kHz test tone.

Kozio’s support is available immediately for any custom IXP465 board design. Kozio can deliver turnkey diagnostics for custom boards using the Intel XScale IXP465 in two weeks after a purchase order is received, and even sooner, if required.

Benefits of Using Kozio Products
Kozio provides proven hardware validation software for automating and accelerating the development of new processor-based devices. Kozio’s software is proven during processor validation and through processor reference platform partnerships. Product developers using Kozio products save time during board bring-up, during production test, and throughout the product lifecycle. Using Kozio’s products saves development effort and reduces the risk of processor-based projects.

About Kozio, Inc.
Kozio, Inc. is the leader in embedded test solutions for today’s electronic products. Kozio delivers turnkey software that provides a comprehensive suite of hardware diagnostics used for debugging and testing custom boards implementing processors from AMCC, IBM, Intel, Freescale, TI or MIPS. Kozio’s clients build state-of-the-art products where successful use of the newest technologies with shortened development cycles requires them to constantly innovate to stay ahead of their competition. Kozio software improves test methodologies and streamlines the development process with proven solutions for board bring-up diagnostics, manufacturing test, environmental test, power-on self-test, in-field diagnostics and returns testing. By delivering thorough software diagnostics ahead of the hardware, Kozio reduces project schedule risk and development costs while increasing test coverage. Headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, Kozio products are available through a direct sales force and worldwide distributors. For more information, please visit www.kozio.com.

Kozio, kDiagnostics, kManufacturing, kPOST, kField, I/O Engine and Flash-N-Run are registered trademarks of Kozio, Inc. AMCC is a registered trademark of Applied Micro Circuits Corporation. PowerPC is a registered trademark of the International Business Machines Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Contact: Joseph Skazinski, Kozio, Inc., (303) 776-1356, or Brad Shannon, Shannon Marketing Communications, (970) 461-4906.

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Datacraft Solutions Gold Level Sponsor of AME Conference

Durham, NC (PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- As a proud Gold Level sponsor of the AME Conference, Datacraft Solutions CEO, Stephen Parker, suggests that, “Attendees of the AME Conference are aligned with the lean initiatives, manufacturing excellences, and core principles of a demand driven supply chain network. AME members and participants are often looking for ways to increase efficiencies in their supply chain which make them ideally suited to evaluate and understand the efficacy and cost benefits of the progressive technology solutions offered by Datacraft Solutions.”

The Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME), founded in 1985, is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to cultivating understanding, analysis and exchange of productivity methods and their successful application in the pursuit of excellence. We are practitioner-based, and our events and workshops focus on hands-on learning. AME publishes the award-winning Target magazine and puts on several regional and national events each year. AME's Annual Conference is the largest Lean conference in North America, created by practitioners for practitioners. The 2006 conference will be held in Dallas from October 16th - 20th.

Datacraft Solutions’ unique solution will be demonstrated at the AME conference and involves three key differences in Digital Kanban:

• All aspects solutions are hosted on Datacraft Solutions’ servers, and backed by Datacraft Solutions infrastructure.

• Datacraft Solutions supports their replenishment supply chain digital kanban solutions. There is no need to pay administrators to maintain the software and/or hardware.

• Datacraft Solutions provides the solutions at low, fixed monthly costs. Companies pay only for what is needed and used, without any hidden costs – and the cost of ownership is easy to calculate and contain.

Datacraft Solutions uses the on-demand delivery model because many of the kanban solutions used by Fortune 100 and 500 companies are well outside the budget of small to mid-sized companies. Datacraft Solutions provides solutions that allow even the smallest companies to remain competitive, without having to incur costly IT expenses.

Sharing knowledge is also a key new distinction in the replenishment supply chain digital kanban world; as the solutions continue to spread throughout the manufacturing industry, Datacraft Solutions draws upon the insights and experiences of their client base to enhance the functionality of their product offerings.

Datacraft Solutions (www.datacraftsolutions.com) delivers a revolutionary digital kanban process of automation solutions to lean manufacturers through a secure Internet gateway, eliminating the need to install and maintain a complex IT infrastructure. The company has experienced significant growth in the past twelve months by eliminating complicated, expensive, time-intensive software implementations as well as extensive training regiments and the need for internal support. The Datacraft Solutions' replenishment supply chain digital kanban lean system allows customers access and fully utilize powerful lean benefits immediately for a low, predictable monthly fee. Services are scalable so manufacturers can design an appropriate digital kanban solution.

Datacraft Solutions
www.datacraftsolutions.com
Steve Rao
800-819-5326

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Fortitech Asia Pacific Adds Senior-Level Staff to Capture Booming Chinese Premix Market

The nutrition industry worldwide is growing at a very quick pace and one of the fastest-growing markets is in China. Fortitech Asia Pacific is addressing this growth and recognizing business potential by creating a new position to specifically focus on growing its premix business and locating new opportunities throughout the People’s Republic of China.

(PRWEB) September 28, 2006 -- Effective immediately, Tony Tan has assumed the role of general manager of business development for Fortitech Asia Pacific. Based in Malaysia, Tan’s responsibilities and priorities are, in part, to build a solid business base for Fortitech’s custom premixes throughout China as well as to give added support to Fortitech Asia Pacific’s sales force at its Kuala Lumpur facility.

“This new appointment proves that our aggressive business strategy is effectively taking off,” says Mae Ng, general manager of Fortitech Asia Pacific. “We’re identifying the market opportunities in our part of the world that have the most potential for premixes and the addition of Tony Tan will allow our company to reach our goals faster and in a much more efficient manner. Tan’s other role with Fortitech Asia Pacific will be to provide guidance and mentor the rest of our team to accelerate the pace of development in other markets in Asia,” added Ng.

Tan’s career has brought him to many global locations, not just limited to the Asia Pacific rim, managing operations of varying scales and requiring diverse business/economic skills. Tan has more than 20 years of professional experience in sales, marketing, product strategy and business development with Carrier, a multinational American corporation specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration products. In addition, Tan has a solid background in manufacturing and general management. Most recently, Tan served as general manager of sales for Carrier Malaysia Berhad (CMB) and Carrier’s regional headquarters in Singapore. Tan was also largely instrumental in the Asia Pacific refrigeration business startup which focused primarily on multinational food and beverage corporations as well as other related business sectors.

Tan graduated, with honors, with a Bachelor of Science degree in education from the Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He completed his post graduate studies with a Master of Business Administration degree from Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University in Scotland. Tan is fluent in English, Malay, Mandarin and Chinese dialects (Teo Chew, Hokkien and Cantonese).

Supporting Fortitech Asia Pacific’s decision to focus more on China, statistics from the Public Nutrition and Development Center (PNDC) located in Beijing show the index figure for China's nutrition industry recently reached 154.2 and the index for demand is 192.3. The PNDC declares numbers beyond 100 are definite indicators that the Chinese nutrition industry is at a “prosperous level.” The PNDC expects China's nutrition industry will grow at a rate of 12 to 15 percent and by 2010 the anticipated economic impact of China's nutrition industry will total about ¥278 billion ($34.9 billion /€27.2 billion).

About Fortitech Asia Pacific

Fortitech Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd is part of the global network of manufacturing and distribution companies of Fortitech, Inc., the world leader in the development of custom nutrient premixes for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the company is exclusively dedicated to the manufacture of nutrient premixes. Fortitech Asia Pacific is ISO 9001:2000 certified and HACCP, Halal and PNDC certified. Fortitech Asia Pacific also meets requirements for Allergen Monitoring program standards. For more information, visit fortitech.com - powered by FortiSource™ - the ultimate fortification destination.

Not just premixes...Strategic Nutrition.

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Knowledge Based Management (KBM), a WSP Group Joint Venture with Lloyd’s Register, Releases Arivu™ 2006

Release of Arivu™ 2006 signals a step change in the management of risk within asset-intensive companies. Allowing for greater results; faster.

(PRWEB) September 27, 2006 -- On the 18th of September KBM released the first production version of Arivu™ an enterprise level solution for modeling risk in the facilities and infrastructure industries. Using the latest in software architecture and design, Arivu™ has been deployed for immediate use with the KBAI™ models (Knowledge Based Asset Integrity) recently implemented by the Royal Mail Group, and will soon become operational within the CarillionWSP Area 12 lighting assets managed on behalf of the Highways Agency.

Arivu™ represents a leap forward for managing assets according to risk and has overcome many of the common issues relating to the implementation of reliability based programs for physical assets, providing a unique competitive advantage for our clients. Through the modeling methodologies developed by KBM, combined with the depth of industry knowledge and experience of our parent companies, Arivu™ provides a powerful means for clients to accelerate the journey to value in the application of risk based principles, such as those contained within the standard PAS-55, to their physical asset base

For further information please contact Daryl Mather, Business Development Manager KBM, on +44 (0)796 606 9970

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The Newest Developments in Self Locking Threaded Fasteners

Recent innovations in self locking fasteners highlight a bright future for manufacturers seeking greater strength and reliability in fasteners.

(PRWEB) September 27, 2006 -- For manufacturing engineers hoping to improve their products through better self locking fasteners, the immediate future looks quite promising. Competitive advantages can now be achieved by way of the reduced product weight and heightened joint strength that the latest generation of self locking threaded fasteners enables.

"Across a broad range of industries--including automotive, aerospace, medical implant and devices, heavy truck, power generation, household durable goods, weapons, material handling, and construction equipment--engineers have perennially faced the challenge of fashioning stronger unions without adding excess bulk," notes James P. Gillis, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Spiralock Corporation. "Newly developed technologies within the thread locking industry have arrived to meet this challenge so that products hold up better under excessive environmental stresses, without compromising the reusability of self locking threaded fasteners or adding excess weight."

Spiralock is a Madison Heights, Michigan-based developer and manufacturer of self locking threaded fasteners, with roots dating back to 1927. The company is best known for its proven "wedge ramp" design that incorporates a unique 30-degree wedge ramp at the root of the thread which mates with standard 60-degree male fasteners. The continuous-line contact of this design spreads the clamp force evenly over all engaged threads, thus improving resistance to vibration, axial-torsion loading, material fatigue and temperature extremes, while still enabling re-usability up to 50 times.

"To provide even greater options to design and manufacturing engineers, the company is launching a new V-band clamp nut for use in high temperature exhaust applications," explains Gillis. "This nut design has extra thread length and load distribution to help eliminate the galling problem commonly encountered because of the long run-down on bolts used to secure manifolds. The payoff is improved fatigue performance, yet unlimited reuse of the self locking fasteners when work needs to be performed on the head."

Gillis also describes a new style of wire-thread insert, called the Spiralock Drive Notch (TM) Insert, that eliminates installation tangs. Such wire thread inserts are increasingly favored by engine manufacturers and aerospace companies for joining soft materials such as magnesium or aluminum.

Also new on the scene are thin walled nuts, which provide weight savings as well as better balancing normally associated with the self-centering aspect of the Spiralock thread locking design. These nuts excel in high-heat, high-rpm turbocharger applications, such as found in performance automobiles and turboprop applications. In both cases, weight reduction is important.

In providing a glimpse into the future, Gillis revealed that, "We have many projects under development to solve a greater number of specific threaded joint applications: a nut that will free-spin onto a bolt and still have enough prevailing torque to prevent it from coming off; self locking threaded fasteners for soft joints such as a gasket; and a tamper-proof nut for more permanent applications."

Given such improvements in thread locking technology, manufacturers can look forward to greater opportunities to design lighter-weight products without sacrificing joint integrity. Further research into providing self locking threaded fasteners with highly-focused application specificity promises to provide solutions well beyond the immediate horizon.

Kate Turowska
Spiralock Corporation
25235 Dequindre Road
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Phone: (248) 543-7800
Fax: (248) 543-1403
http://www.spiralock.com

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Incorpinusa Introduces Revenue Sharing Partnership Program

Incorpinusa's revenue sharing partnership program was established to initiate, develop and foster long term relationships between Incorpinusa and partners residing outside the United States. Members in the partnership program realize significant benefits. Most significantly, it provides our partners with a resource in the United States that will assist their clients with setting up, launching and effectively managing a business in the United States.

Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) September 27, 2006 -- Incorpinusa announced the launch of its revenue sharing partnership program. The revenue sharing partnership program was established to initiate, develop and foster long term relationships between Incorpinusa and partners residing outside the United States.

Incorpinusa recognizes that local accountants, lawyers and business development organizations, such as the local chamber of commerce, are the primary resource that business owners and entrepreneurs turn to when seeking advice on expanding from their country into the United States market. The partnership program offers the in-country accountant, lawyer or business development organization with a primary contact and trusted resource in the United States. The services of Incorpinusa extend beyond simply incorporating a business for their client. It will help the client establish an infrastructure, set up effective reporting systems and become the "go to" contact in the US to help their clients overcome barriers to entry in the US market and increase the chance of success for the client's business.

Incorpinusa offers significant benefits to members of the Partnership Program including revenue sharing, a discount on services for members' clients, establishing a relationship with a key resource in the United States and a reciprocal referral program. The Partnership Program charges no membership fee or annual subscription fees and comes with no obligations on the part of its partners.

Michael Beauchemin, Marketing Director for Incorpinusa, said the following regarding the partnership program: "The local accountant or lawyer has earned a great deal of trust from their clients. Their opinions and recommendations are highly regarded and valued. We understand this and believe that the services of Incorpinusa will not disappoint our partners or their clients. Our business model is not based on simply incorporating businesses in the United States. We want to put their clients in the best possible position to succeed in the US. Our services are designed to support the owner's business every step of the way and help them effectively launch and manage their business from a distant location. Becoming a key contributor in the success of the client's business will insure that a long term business relationship with both the client and the partner is established. This is the goal of Incorpinusa - establishing a long term business relationship that benefits both the client and the partner. Accomplishing this will also insure the success of Incorpinusa."

The services at incorpinusa.com are designed for small and medium size businesses that do not have an internal infrastructure in place to support a remote office. The services of incorpinusa.com afford these companies the opportunity to expand globally and take advantage of the US market.

About Incorpinusa
Incorpinusa was established to help individuals and investors, located outside the United States, setup and manage their US corporations. Partners in Incorpinusa have worked with hundreds of individuals and investors both within and outside the United States launch, manage and grow their small or medium size US based businesses. The group offers a full suite of services in the following areas: incorporation, finance, accounting, payroll, taxes, business law and litigation, telecommunications and technology.

Businesses seeking additional information should contact Michael Beauchemin, Marketing Director.

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Brazilian Oil and Gas Giant Requests Specifications for Industrial Nanotech’s Nansulate Coating for Pipeline Project

Brazilian Oil & Gas giant, Petrobras, has formerly requested specifications for an application of the Company’s thermally insulating and corrosion resistant coating, Nansulate, for a pipeline project consisting of one hundred and five miles of eighteen inch diameter pipe to be constructed in Brazil. Recent meetings between Petrobras and Mr. Burchill have culminated in this pipeline project being chosen for the utilization of Nansulate. Additional projects discussed include tankers, existing refineries, oil platforms, and two new state-of-the-art refineries that Petrobras will be building.

Naples, Fla. (PRWEB) September 27, 2006 -– Industrial Nanotech (OTC: INTK), a company that specializes in nanotechnology innovation and product development, today announced that Brazilian Oil & Gas giant, Petrobras, has formerly requested specifications for an application of the Company’s thermally insulating and corrosion resistant coating, Nansulate, for a pipeline project consisting of one hundred and five miles of eighteen inch diameter pipe to be constructed in Brazil.

Following a series of meetings between Industrial Nanotech’s representative in Brazil and Petrobras, the oil company requested that the Company’s CEO and inventor of Nansulate, Stuart Burchill meet with several of its senior engineers at Petrobras’ Headquarters in Rio de Janeiro. Additionally, Industrial Nanotech had provided in-depth technical information and performance data prior to the scheduling of the meeting.

"Our recent meetings with Petrobras, including the visit by Mr. Burchill to their offices in Brazil, have culminated in this pipeline project being chosen for the utilization of Nansulate. Additional projects discussed include tankers, existing refineries, oil platforms, and two new state-of-the-art refineries that Petrobras will be building," stated Industrial Nanotech’s VP of Operations and Marketing, Francesca Crolley.

"Application specifications will be provided to and reviewed by their engineers on a project by project basis and will form the general application guidelines for Nansulate throughout Petrobras’ operations. While we are in the process of outlining a specific timeline for the delivery of Nansulate for this project, we anticipate that it will begin in 2007," added Ms. Crolley.

Petrobras, short for Petroleo Brasileiro S.A., is a government-owned Brazilian oil company that is one of the fifteen largest oil companies in the world, leading the oil and gas sector in the development of the most advanced deepwater and ultra-deep water technology for oil production. The company controls oil and power industries assets and related business activities in 16 nations throughout Africa, North America, South America and Asia.

About Nansulate(tm)
Nansulate is a product line of water-based translucent insulation coatings containing a nanotechnology-based material well-documented to provide thermal insulation, prevent corrosion and resist mold. The entire Nansulate Product Line includes: Nansulate GP, Nansulate PT, Nansulate Chill Pipe, Nansulate High Heat, Nansulate HomeProtect ClearCoat and HomeProtect Interior, and Nansulate LDX.

Nansulate GP is a general purpose formulation designed for wood, fiberglass and other non-metal substrates and Nansulate PT is a direct to metal coating for pipes, tanks and other metallic substrates. Coatings that target extreme industrial environments include Nansulate Chill Pipe designed for low temperature applications on pipes and tanks and Nansulate High Heat designed for high temperature applications. Nansulate HomeProtect ClearCoat and HomeProtect Interior are designed for residential and commercial buildings and Nansulate LDX is designed for lead encapsulation applications.

About Industrial Nanotech Inc.
Industrial Nanotech Inc. is a global nanoscience solutions and research leader. The Company develops and commercializes new and innovative applications for nanotechnology that address real-world needs through its funding of and participation in research with world-leading scientists and laboratories, including the U.S. Center for Integrated Nanotechnology (CINT) and Princeton Polymers Laboratories.

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

Industrial Nanotech, Inc.
(800) 508-6153

Investors:
ZA Consulting
David Zazoff
(212) 505-5976

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September 26, 2006

MorethanIP 10 Gigabit IP Solutions Ensure First-Pass Silicon for Astute Networks’ Next Generation ASSP Advanced Storage Processors

Munich, Germany, (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- MorethanIP, GmbH, a world leader in Ethernet and Networking semiconductor Intellectual Property (IP) Cores software, today announced that Astute Networks, a leading storage and networking IC supplier, used MorethanIP’s IP core for 10 Gigabit Ethernet to develop Astute Network's AN2000 and the AN2004 processors, the industry’s most highly integrated multi-protocol storage processors.

"We worked with MTIP to accelerate development of our next generation ASSP’s," said Keith Klarer, Vice President of Engineering at Astute Networks. "When we were looking for a partner to provide the 10 Gigabit Ethernet IP for AN2000 and the AN2004 processor, MorethanIP was the obvious choice thanks to their fully UNH-certified IP coupled with their lower risk solution and commitment to quality and support."

"10Gigabit Ethernet is a fast-growing market and first-pass success is essential for companies to succeed," said Francois Balay, MorethanIP President and Chief Executive Officer. "Designers are finding that it is critical to work with IP that is silicon production proven and portable across multiple technologies such as FPGA, structured ASIC and conventional ASIC".

Pricing and Availability
The 10 Gigabit Ethernet MAC Core is available now for FPGA, Structured ASIC and Standard Cell ASICs and is fully certified by UNH and in silicon. For more information on MorethanIP solutions please visit www.morethanip.com.

About MorethanIP
MorethanIP, founded in 2000, is an expert in design and IP for high-speed communications, serial backplane and embedded system technologies. This includes design, specification and implementation of standard products, system architectures and customer-specific solutions. Combining its methodology with proven technical expertise based on over ten years of industry experience in hardware and software design, MorethanIP generates rapid design cycles to meet time-to-market, functional and budgetary objectives.

About Astute
Astute Networks develops storage processors, application and protocol software, and reference designs for the storage array OEMs and sub-system suppliers. In addition, Astute actively partners with subsystem and software vendors to provide OEMs a turnkey solution. Astute’s processors offer order of magnitude cost and power savings, and are as easy to program as a general purpose CPU. Founded in April 2000 and headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Astute is backed by venture capital firms including BA Venture Partners, Dali Hook Partners, Tallwood Venture Capital, Seven Rosen Funds, and USVP. Additional information is available at www.astutenetworks.com.

Media Contact:
François Balay
MorethanIP GmbH
Phone +49-(0)8131-3339390
FAX +49-(0)8131-3339391

MorethanIP GmbH
Münchner Str. 199
D-85757 Karlsfeld
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Media Publisher Launches Industrys First OEM/ASP Program, Offering A Complete Video Platform And Applications To Technology Companies

Leader in Enterprise Video Communications Offers Market-Tested Video Platform and Application Suite, Helping Companies Meet Demand for Video Solutions

Emeryville, CA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Media Publisher Inc., the leader in Enterprise Video Communications, announced today that it has launched its OEM/ASP program, designed to allow companies to package Media Publisher’s market-tested and mature video platform and applications with their own technologies and hosted solutions. Technology, software and telecommunications companies can go to market faster with enterprise-ready or consumer-ready video solutions by leveraging the Media Publisher software platform to build or enable video-centric solutions.

As part of the OEM/ASP program, customers can license the Media Publisher Video Control Center, application modules, and associated SDK and APIs. Media Publisher’s software platform is the only extensible, internationalized, and built-to-scale solution designed to accommodate an OEM/ASP business model. In addition, the Media Publisher Video Control Center is the industry’s only multi-tenant platform, built from the ground up to support ASP solutions that can house multiple customers on a single instance of the software. OEM/ASP partners and their customers can use Media Publisher to manage a broad range of rich video content, including entertainment, advertising and educational video.

"Companies are under tremendous pressure to bring video applications to their customers in a fast-moving market, but they lose ground if they try to build these applications on their own," said Steve Pattison, vice president of marketing and business development for Media Publisher. "By partnering with Media Publisher, companies can respond to immediate demand for video communications solutions, using a platform that has already proven itself as a market leader."

Partners in the OEM/ASP program can leverage Media Publisher’s APIs and SDK to extend the footprint of existing technologies to include video, or they can develop on the Media Publisher platform to build new video-based solutions from the ground-up. Media Publisher offers a full range of implementation and developer support services to assist companies as they build and extend their video solutions, as well as technical support services to support products once they are made available in production.

"Media Publisher offers the industry’s only highly scalable, multi-tenant, and extensible video communications platform," said Pattison. "Our software capabilities, coupled with our comprehensive professional services and support model, will ensure that our OEM/ASP customers get to market quickly with feature-rich, high-demand video solutions."

About Media Publisher Inc.
Media Publisher Inc. is the leader in Enterprise Video Communications. The company offers a complete suite of video applications - including solutions for live event webcasting, video on demand editing, and digital signage - and a Video Control Center that manages a company's existing content infrastructure. Media Publisher's solution makes it easier for global 2000 companies to leverage business video, allowing them to communicate more efficiently and deliver a consistent message across distributed audiences. The company is privately held and based in Emeryville, California. For more information, visit www.mediapublisher.com

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Kinaxis Signs Global Partnership Agreement with Tata Consultancy Services

Leading Global Information Technology Consultancy becomes Strategic Services Partner for Response Management Provider

Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Kinaxis™ Inc., a provider of an on-demand Response Management service, today announced that it has signed a partner agreement with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading global IT services and consulting firm. This partnership will provide extended sales reach and added services bandwidth for Kinaxis, while presenting new strategic business for TCS.

As a strategic services partner, TCS will provide deployment, integration and other services work related to the Kinaxis RapidResponse software.

Through this partnership, Kinaxis will benefit from TCS’ global presence, IT executive relationships, extensive SAP and Oracle ERP expertise, and supply chain management business process capabilities, while TCS will be able to leverage the unique capabilities of the Kinaxis RapidResponse software as the foundation of new and innovative services it can offer to clients. This collaborative relationship will help each gain strategic advantages in their respective market positioning and presence within the global supply chain arena.

The Kinaxis on-demand RapidResponse service empowers brand owners and contract manufacturers with multi-enterprise visibility and collaborative decision support tools to respond with speed and confidence to constant changes in supply, demand, capacity and product, driving breakthroughs in customer service and operating performance.

"In TCS’ supply chain practice, we always strive to provide most innovative and robust solutions to our customers and help them transform their supply chain to gain competitive differentiation," says Dr. Syama Sunkara, Practice Director, Supply Chain, Tata Consultancy Services in North America. "TCS sees Kinaxis RapidResponse as a unique and differentiated solution that is well-aligned with evolving market needs and thus, will support our goals and that of our customers."

"Given TCS’ reputation for delivering high-quality services and solutions, we view this partnership agreement as a strong vote of confidence in the value of RapidResponse to the marketplace," says Randy Littleson, vice president of marketing at Kinaxis. "Being able to leverage a relationship with TCS will allow us to bring the Kinaxis service to those that can benefit most. We are delighted to have the opportunity to engage with TCS - they are bright, motivated and truly partner-oriented. I look forward to a long-standing relationship."

Implementation of a go-to-market plan has already begun with Technical and Sales training, along with field engagement for TCS consultants.

In conjunction with this announcement, Kinaxis is also pleased to name Tata Consultancy Services as its gold-level sponsor for Kinexions ’06 – the Kinaxis User Conference, to be held in Chicago from October 16-18. Sponsorship of the event will offer further promotion and endorsment of this new partnership, as well as provide an opportunity for attending TCS representatives to gain additional insight into the Kinaxis solution and current customer base.

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 blog.kinaxis.com.

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Higher Crop Yields at Lower Costs: BBI Introduces New Precision Agriculture Bin Spreader For Farmers and Commerical Applicators

New bin spreader technology from Barron & Brothers is a welcome boon to farmers and applicators looking for more efficient farming equipment and higher crop yeilds. According to detailed financial analysis, the new Triad bin spreader is 200% more efficient than the next best competing technology. This translates into substantial savings for the typical farmer when it comes time to fertilize fields. The increase in profitability, cost, and time savings are also dramatic for commercial applicator companies, which run fleets of spreaders. BBI is giving away a free TRIAD fertilizer application to farmers who enter to win by November 15th at www.bbispreaders.com.

Gainesville, GA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Barron and Brothers International (BBI), a manufacturer that delivers simple solutions to complex agricultural problems, announced today a better way to precisely deliver the right chemicals to a field. With the TRIAD spreader, new from BBI, farmers and commercial applicators no longer need to make multiple trips with a single-bin spreader or use costly air machines. The TRIAD from BBI is the first high-capacity, three-material spreader system capable of conveying and broadcasting three different granular materials at three varying rates while in motion. This makes true one-pass variable rate application possible.

"We designed the TRIAD to meet farmers' needs for rapid, precise, cost-effective application of precision fertilizer," says Lee Kilpatrick, Director of Marketing for BBI. "We have a record for innovation, and we're a dedicated company in the heart of Georgia's farmland. We know what farmers need because we work with them every day---and they helped us design the TRIAD."

With a TRIAD Spreader utilizing variable rate controland GPS guidance, a farmer can make sure every grid on the field will get the exact chemical application it needs, and that the exacting specifications laid out by an agronomist are met. The TRIAD has the ability to greatly reduce overall costs and streamline farm operations when compared to competitive products, allowing farmers to move on to other important tasks.

Comparative Financials for Commerical Applicators and Farmers

The TRIAD is superior to the next best competing technology, the air machine, in a variety of ways that are important to both commercial applicators and farmers. For example:

Initial Cost: TRIAD is 50% cheaper than the air machine.
Annual Maintenance: TRIAD is 1/10th the annual maintenance of an air machine.
Equipment life: TRIAD lasts up to 3 times longer than an air machine.
Spread swath: TRIAD covers 1/3 more ground than an air machine.
Average operating speed: TRIAD can cover ground twice as fast as an air machine with no loss in spread quality.

Rave Reviews from Bin Spreader Users

The TRIAD is currently being favorably compared against an air machine in the fertilizer application of several farms. Jamie Perry, an Agronomist with the Mid-South Farmers Cooperative, is starting to see the difference the TRIAD makes stating, "According to the law of fertilizer minimums, the yield of a crop is only as good as the weakest element in the application," said Perry. "Think of the staves in a barrel full of water. The shortest stave in the barrel prevents the barrel from holding any more water, as it will just run out of the short stave. Now translate this idea to a fertilizer application. Any element that is lacking in a fertilizer application is like a short stave, preventing the crop yield from increasing any further. With the TRIAD's three-bin design, we're hitting even the minor element in the first pass, thus lengthening the short stave. And that means a higher crop yield overall."

Jamie Perry feels that the TRIAD boosts crop performance in many other areas as well. "With the TRIAD, I've been able to make one pass where I would have had to make two with the air machine. That means less compaction on the soil, which is better for the crop. And let's not forget that time is money on a farm. The TRIAD delivers a real savings in time spent on the field. That's time you can use for the next field, which translates into productivity you can take to the bank."

Calculate Savings for Yourself

The cost savings and increase in profitability are clear. BBI offers a financial calculation tool available online at http://www.bbispreaders.com/contact_us/promotion.php.
Farmers and commercial applicators can discover how much money they can save using the TRIAD's unique and patented technology by using this simple online tool.

Enter to Win Free Fertilizer Application for Farmers or Applicators

BBI is giving away a free fertilizer application. Interested farmers and applicators can register to win at www.bbispreaders.com.

Contact

Contact Lee Kilpatrick for the latest information on side by side studies of air machines vs. bin spreaders--and for a schedule of expos and shows where you can see a Triad perform. You can also call Lee at 800.232.3570.

About BBI

Barron and Brothers International specializes in providing simple solutions to difficult problems in order to deliver dynamic and adaptable spreader products. BBI provides a wide range of products with great flexibility and customizable options. BBI's tough and durable equipment is coupled with unique designs and outstanding customer service. We are committed to being an inventive company that improves our customers' economics and their overall level of satisfaction.

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American Elements Announces Rod, Pellets, Tablets, Granules, and other New Forms of Elemental Metals for Next Generations Deposition Processes

American Elements announced today that it has expanded the forms in which its elemental metals can be obtained. The new shapes and forms were developed to further enhance the options available to engineers and researchers for use in next generation Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes, including Thermal and Electron Beam (E-Beam) Evaporation, Low Temperature Organic Evaporation, Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), and Metallic-Organic and Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD).

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- American Elements announced today that it has expanded the forms in which its elemental metals can be obtained. The new shapes and forms were developed to further enhance the options available to engineers and researchers for use in next generation Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes, including Thermal and Electron Beam (E-Beam) Evaporation, Low Temperature Organic Evaporation, Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD), and Metallic-Organic and Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD).

The new forms include existing shapes supplied by American Elements and additional dimensions and forms. Effected forms include Rod, Pellets, Pieces, Powder, Tablets, Granules and Powder, as well as, sputtering configurations such as discs, targets and foils. American Elements continues to offer high purity elements in standard ingot form as well.

The new elements added to this group include:
Aluminum, Calcium, Cerium, Cobalt, Copper, Dysprosium, Erbium, Europium, Gadolinium, Gold, Hafnium, Holmium, Indium, Iridium, Iron, Lanthanum, Lead, Lithium, Lutetium, Magnesium, Manganese, Molybdenum, Neodymium, Nickel, Niobium, Palladium, Platinum, Praseodymium, Rhenium, Rhodium, Ruthenium, Samarium, Scandium, Selenium, Silicon, Silver, Strontium, Tantalum, Terbium, Thulium, Tin, Titanium, Tungsten, Vanadium, Ytterbium, Yttrium, Zinc, Zirconium

Small orders are also available for university and corporate R&D applications.

For further technical and pricing information on Rod, Pellets, Pieces, Tablets, Granules and Powder products, please contact your local American Elements distributor or American Elements U.S. corporate headquarters at (1)310-208-0551, FAX (1)310-208-0351 or via e-mail. American Elements is America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of rare earth and other advanced material products with distribution offices in Europe, Asia and South America.

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ANKO, Maker of High-End Food Processing Machines, is Now Leading the Taiwan Turnkey-Project Association

More than 80 percent of the food-processing industries, both in Taiwan and many part of Asian, are among ANKO's customers, including Laurel and Long-Fong Foods. The company also sells products all around the world, especially Europe, Germany, New Zealand, Australia.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Long established as an industry leader in the food machine industry, ANKO (ANKO FOOD MACHINE CO., LTD) continues to strengthen its export competitiveness and seek out new avenues for growth. Along with diversifying, ANKO created new product lines, broadening their focus from Chinese traditional food making machines only to include an international focus on various ethnic food making machines.

More than 80 percent of the food-processing industries, both in Taiwan and worldwide, are among ANKO's customers, including Laurel and Long-Fong Foods. As a leader in the field, the company is also a key member of the Taiwan Turnkey-Project Association. Through this project, ANKO integrates with other suppliers to solve their international communication problems and decrease their shipping costs. On the other hand, ANKO satisfies domestic and international customers’ one-stop shopping needs. The company has experience customizing their machines to match particular food market demands. ANKO can show members how to choose the right equipment and install that equipment in the right places, analyze, design and rebuild factories, and even develop marketing plans.

"We are not only selling machines, but also services. We do believe our success relies on our customers' success," said ANKO Chairman Mr. Robert Ou-Young. For this reason, ANKO pays great attention to making their customers’ successful; it provides excellent quality, fast, responsive customer service, tailor-made machines to suite each individual customer and reasonable prices.

"Market analysis is the only way to follow market trends. Therefore supermarkets are the first place that I would visit, followed by food factories, each time I go overseas," said Ou-Young. For many years, ANKO has taken part in international trade shows, such as the IBA 2006. Now the company is well known in Europe as a leading manufacturer of food making machines. All products from ANKO conform to standard product directives, such as ISO 9001, HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points), CE and USDA standards.

The reason most people prefer hand made finger foods is because, after a long time, old-fashioned machines would cause food to lose pastry elasticity and introduce changes to the real taste of fillings. However, ANKO has special designs for all its food making machines that make finger foods taste just like hand-made.

The following is ANKO’s top five most popular products:

Multipurpose Filling & Forming Machine (HLT-700)
The HLT series is ANKO’s best-selling product. Adjustable speeds and high capacity production are two of the features making this series superior to traditional food making machines. It can fill pastries with hand made fillings, such as samosa and apple pie filling, and is especially good at handling a chunk of shrimp. Moreover, the unique cooling system design ensures the dough pipe does not get progressively warmer after a long period of operation. The HLT series can make various patterns and sizes of choice by simply changing the forming molds.

Semi-Automatic Spring Roll & Samosa Production Line SRPF Series (SRPF)
The SRPF series machines are composed of a stuffing machine, a batter storing, cooling & resting tank and a batter mixer. They are perfect for use in producing line-style foods. In addition to making spring rolls and samosas, users may create new snacks or finger foods with this series. It is possible to change pastry sheet thickness from 0.4 mm to 0.8 mm. Various stuffings can also be used, including pork, seafood, beef and vegetable. With its exclusive design, this heavyweight machine is easy to assemble, clean and maintain.

Automatic Double Line Shu-Mai Machine (HSM-600)
The automatic double line shu-mai machine can produce an output of more than 5,000 items per hour. It helps reduce both labor costs and production time. From mixing to forming, this automatic machine is designed to facilitate production flow at one go. This machine features an advanced design for all parts contacting with food and electronic components. It's made of food grade stainless steel and exceeds international standards.

Automatic Layered & Stuffed Paratha Production line (LP-3000)
Nowadays, traditional India paratha is very popular all around the world, especially in Western countries. The taste and quality of paratha is affected by its layers. Most food machines can only produce only 3-4 layers. With its advanced design, the LP-3000 series makes different flavors of stuffed paratha and pastries. This production line could produce up to 64 layers and wraps various stuffing automatically.

Automatic Batter & Crumb Breading Production Line (BBCB)
In the past, breading could only be produced by hand. Machines making breaded food were not easy to clean. Now, the BBCB series breaks tradition by using an ingenious design that assembles without using any tools. It is easy to operate and clean. This machine has a special design for supporting additional equipment, such as adjustable leg length or places for a dust shelter and vibrators.

Profile
ANKO Food Machine Co., Ltd.
CEO : Robert Ou-young

History
1978-Automatic Seed Sprouters
1985-Manufactured Chinese Snack Food Machines
1990-Specialized in the manufacture of multi-ethnic food machines

ANKO was established in 1978, and initially produced only automatic seed sprouters. To meet the worldwide demand, the company established two additional factories in Ningbo, China and a branch office in San Francisco and Shanghai. ANKO now has 172 workers and engineers to provide worldwide support.

Motto: Continue innovating and developing. ANKO is as proud as a peacock when our customers succeed.

Main Products
There are other products also provided by ANKO, such as a multipurpose filling and forming machine, an automatic encrusting and forming machine, an automatic spring roll pastry and samosa pastry machine, an automatic shu mai making machine, a double line machine, an automatic encrusting and forming machine, and a semi automatic spring roll and samosa machine. Please visit ANKO's web site for more information.

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Zilliant Establishes European Operations

Zilliant, Inc., the leading provider of data-driven price management software, announced today it has opened its first European office, located in London. The expansion allows Zilliant to provide local support to its global manufacturing and distribution clients with operations across Europe, as well as facilitate expanded sales activities in the region.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Zilliant, Inc., the leading provider of data-driven price management software, announced today it has opened its first European office, located in London. The expansion allows Zilliant to provide local support to its global manufacturing and distribution clients with operations across Europe, as well as facilitate expanded sales activities in the region.

"We’re seeing significant interest in price management software from European manufacturers and distributors," said Greg Peters, CEO of Zilliant. "In addition to capitalizing on this market opportunity, our local office will improve the quality of service we provide to our overseas customers."

Zilliant’s European staff of sales and service personnel will be responsible for selling the Zilliant Precision Pricing Suite (ZPPS), as well as supporting Zilliant’s global customer-base, including Insight Technologies, Schneider Electric and Parker Hannifin. ZPPS is an end-to-end suite of price management applications that enables manufacturing and distribution companies to adopt a data-driven approach to price analysis, optimization, price list management, quoting and negotiation.

Zilliant’s new London-based office is located at 9 Thorngate Road, Maida Vale, London W9 2DN. The telephone number is +44 207 266 0945.

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 Panorama Capital, Austin Ventures, Cardinal Ventures, and Trellis Partners. For more information contact Zilliant at 877.893.1085 or visit www.zilliant.com.

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Primary Impact Expands China Operations to Serve Growing Need for Market Research in China

Companies conducting manufacturing or other business in China have an expanded resource for China marketing and market research news from Primary Impact.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Primary Impact, a research firm specializing in primary competitive intelligence for the automotive, medical device, pharmaceutical, and plastics markets, has expended its operations to keep in pace with the growing need for firsthand fact-based information for market research in China.

As more companies based in the United States open worldwide manufacturing centers in China or sell to the growing Chinese domestic market, the need for reliable business consulting, strategic planning, and accurate market research in China is increasing. To address this need, Primary Impact has expanded its China operations to provide customized primary research.

For companies seeking competitive market intelligence, finding an experienced and reliable source can be difficult. Primary Impact’s unique approach of having professionals trained in intelligence gathering, in the technical and/or medical fields, and who are culturally literate, sets it apart from other companies selling market intelligence for competitive advantage in China.

Primary Impact specializes in the automotive, medical device, pharmaceutical, and plastics industries, providing a comprehensive suite of business intelligence consulting services. The company uses highly qualified intelligence professionals who are based in China and who have technical or medical backgrounds relevant to the client’s needs. "The best business decisions are made with firsthand information," says Anthony Napoletano, Managing Member of Primary Impact. "That’s what we supply." The company uses a "feet on the street" approach, based on information gathered firsthand by medical or technical professionals skilled in gathering business intelligence.

Primary Impact offers a variety of client services, including benchmarking, competitive intelligence, distributor selection, competitive manufacturing costs, market assessment, and a number of client specific services that are vital in the competitive global market. Clients include Fortune 1000, mid-sized, and smaller companies. Besides offering market research in China, Primary Impact also offers market intelligence services in the United States, gathering competitive and market information in its core industries – automotive, medical device, pharmaceutical, and plastics.

The company’s website, Primary-Impact.com, offers free China reports, case studies, and detailed descriptions of client services offered in China and the United States.

About Primary Impact:
With over 20-years experience and over 150 satisfied customers, Primary Impact’s expanding staff of research professionals is poised to serve a developing marketplace well into the next decade. As a recognized global provider of competitive intelligence with deep roots in the Chinese culture, Primary Impact continually exceeds client expectations and outpaces the competitive intelligence market in China and the US. For more information please visit Primary-Impact.com.

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Specialty Chemical Producer Improves Valuable Batch Yields With Process-Tailored Sensing Technology

Raylo Chemical, a leading producer of specialty chemicals, is reducing equipment and maintenance costs and improving process efficiency and batch yields using patented pH sensing technology from the Foxboro Measurements & Instruments Division of Invensys (www.measurements-instruments.com). Implementing Foxboro 871PH Series sensors has helped Raylo reduce manufacturing cycles by up to 20%, which translates into a savings of hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.

Foxboro, Massachusetts, USA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Raylo Chemical, a leading producer of specialty chemicals, is reducing equipment and maintenance costs and improving process efficiency and batch yields using patented pH sensing technology from the Foxboro Measurements & Instruments Division of Invensys (www.measurements-instruments.com). Implementing Foxboro 871PH Series sensors has helped Raylo reduce manufacturing cycles by up to 20%, which translates into a savings of hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.

"Batches typically range from 300 to 900 kilograms and even the slightest variation in our process has a significant impact on costs. If our process is off even slightly, the cost implications are significant. Over time, this could add up to substantial losses in production and profitability," says Rob Pastushak, senior technical supervisor of pharmaceutical manufacturing for Raylo.

Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Raylo Chemical is a member of the Degussa Fine Chemicals Division, the world market leader in specialty chemicals. Raylo Chemical has a 40-year history of custom manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients and advanced intermediates for innovative pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies. As a custom manufacturer, Raylo is faced with developing and scaling a wide range of chemistries and products and ultimately delivering these on a commercial basis. "The compounds we produce are used in various human applications from cancer treatments to anti-virals. Processes have to be controlled tightly in order to insure quality and consistent high yields. While our products are generally high value, it is a competitive industry so delivering high yield to the customer is a must," says Pastushak.

To assure consistent product quality and maximize batch yields, Raylo launched an effort to improve the efficiency of its manufacturing process. Pastushak focused on pH measurement. "Measuring pH was a problem at that time because of the unreliability of our pH sensors. They simply could not hold up under aggressive chemicals that we use, such as hydrobromic acid. The organic solvent constituent caused the probe’s o-rings to degrade during the most critical point of the process. In many cases, three probes, at approximately $600 per probe, would fail during processing just one batch," Pastushak says.

Because of the unreliability of these devices, Raylo was forced to confirm pH measurements on a bench top meter in their lab. "When you process 3,000 to 5,000 liters and add 5 to 10 kilos of caustic solution at a time, it might take 20 to 40 lab tests to ensure the pH is right during pH adjustment," says Pastushak. "Going to the lab so often to confirm pH just killed production efficiency, but it was a necessary evil to comply with the strict quality control standards that are essential to our business."

Pastushak points out that given the competitive nature of the custom manufacturing business and the tight margins that exist in the industry, even a small 1 or 2 percent variance in yield can have a huge impact on the bottom line. "A small 1 or 2 percent increase in the target commercial yield is translated as 100% pure profit. Likewise, a consistent loss of 1 or 2% of the commercial target yield translates as lost profit. You don't stay in business long with this type of performance," says Pastushak.

To resolve the pH measurement issue, Pastushak researched several probes and decided to test the Foxboro 871PH Series sensor, from the Measurements & Instruments Division of Invensys Process Systems. The 871 is a rebuildable pH probe that incorporates patented technology from the award-winning Foxboro DolpHin™ pH sensor line. "We found many vendors that offered quality sensors, but Foxboro was the only one that could provide a robust design that could stand up to all the reagents and solvents in our solutions. The 871’s Ryton® polymer plastic construction is compatible with all the materials in our process and is just what the doctor ordered for our demanding application," says Pastushak.

Foxboro worked closely with Raylo to fully understand the requirements of the application and provide a solution tailored for Raylo’s process requirements. "Foxboro offered the technical expertise and production capabilities to modify the 871 sensors to include o-rings made out of Kalrez, which was a big factor in us choosing them over their competitors," says Pastushak. "The other units we considered were only available as is, off-the-shelf. We needed a durable pH sensor with Kalrez o-rings, and Foxboro was able to deliver the solution."

"We can now complete a pH adjustment in 3 hours rather than the 18 to 24 hours it previously took," says Pastushak. "And we no longer have to take 40 samples to the lab to confirm measurement accuracy -- we only take one, as a matter of quality assurance protocol. Previously, every time we grabbed a lab sample, we had to put the process on hold until we got the results back. This is significant when you consider not only the yield impact but the cost of a process hour," says Pastushak.

This reduction in the number of confirmation measurements also improved personnel safety. The fewer the confirmation measurements, the less times the technicians need to open the line to manually obtain samples. This fits in line with Raylo’s strong commitment to implementing the highest precautions with all of its safety controls.

The Foxboro 871PH sensor’s fast response, coupled with the sensor’s long reliable duty cycle and the elimination of 40 grab samples also allows Raylo to produce more batches in the same period of time. The faster, real-time readings have helped Raylo reduce manufacturing cycles by up to 20%, which increases capacity and competitiveness. "Overall, yields have increased and cycle times have been shortened. When you add-in the increase in quality, the improved pH readings by one sensor can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars per year," Pastushak says.

But the benefits of Foxboro 871PH go far beyond improving Raylo’s bottom-line. "By enabling us to increase product quality and yield, the Foxboro 871PH sensor has allowed us to do our job better so we can contribute to improving the quality of life for countless people and that’s what we’re in business for," says Pastushak.
For more information on the Foxboro DolpHin™ pH sensor line or other advanced Foxboro measurement and instrument devices, readers can contact their local Invensys/Foxboro representative, visit the Foxboro Measurements and Instruments Web Site at www.foxboro.com/instrumentation or call 866-746-6477 (508-549-2424 outside the U.S. and Canada). The Foxboro DolpHin™ pH sensor line can also be purchased on-line at www.buyautomation.com.

About Foxboro M&I Division
The Foxboro Measurements and Instruments (M&I) Division has a long-standing reputation for providing world-class measurement solutions. With a legacy of accurate, reliable, and innovative products, the group prides itself on working with customers to achieve industry-best total solutions for optimum measurement or analysis of temperature, pressure, flow, and electrochemical variables.

About Invensys
Invensys is the world leader in industrial asset performance management. In addition to its rapidly expanding Global Solutions and Performance Management services groups, Invensys’ automation businesses includes industry-leading brands such as Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, and Avantis, whose products are installed in more than 100,000 plants across the world. These range from small hybrid and batch plants to the world’s largest upstream projects, refineries, gas plants, petrochemicals plants, power plants, and pulp and paper mills.
The Invensys Group (www.invensys.com) is headquartered in London and is listed on the London Stock Exchange, with approximately 30,000 employees working in 60 countries.

Invensys, SimSci-Esscor, Foxboro, DolpHin, Triconex, Wonderware, and Avantis are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries, or affiliates. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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'Style-ish' Golfers Raise £500 For CFSN Charity

Windowstyle UK golfers raise £500 for Cystinosis Family Support Network at their annual golf challenge.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- In true sporting style, big hitting golfers from Windowstyle UK, part of the Style Group, the UK's largest independent replacement window and door manufacturer and retailer, have raised £500 for the Cystinosis Family Support Network at their annual golf challenge.

The golfers were so impressed by the reported bravery and thoughtfulness of local Barnsley girl, Laura Herring, who despite suffering from the rare and chronic renal disease, cystinosis, has raised more than £5,000 herself for the Charity. As a result they decided to make a special effort at their annual company golf day challenge staged at the Forest Pines Golf Club at Scunthorpe. Staff and suppliers alike chipped in to support Laura and her special cause.

From its state-of-the-art factory at Wombwell, near Barnsley, Windowstyle UK is the area's largest single employer producing up to 10,000 quality-assured frames per week. It is part of the Style Group which includes Windowstyle UK, the manufacturing arm, Safestyle UK (www.safestyle.co.uk), the retail side which is renowned for its celebrity-fronted television and radio advertising campaigns, and Tradestyle UK (www.tradestyle.biz) to serve the trade.

Style Group Director Nick Lilburn commented: "Having met Laura recently and wanting to support a local cause, we instantly felt that for one so young who has suffered so much she is extremely impressive in desire and attitude. We hope in our own small way our donation will help in the on-going battle to fight this disease."

Despite facing a kidney transplant in the near future, 12-year-old Laura, from nearby Dodworth, is a recent winner of the Sheffield Star Superkids award for fundraising and is determined to help others and other families in a similar predicament.

Laura commented: "To receive a donation is nice as normally I have to do all the organising myself. So far I have tried a variety of different ways to raise much needed funds including selling specially designed wristbands and persuading family and friends to do a sponsored cycle ride and even to stop smoking. Every penny we raise goes towards making the lives of other youngsters like me and their families a little easier."

About Windowstyle UK:

Windowstyle UK is part of the Style Group UK Limited which has headquarters in Bradford and has a large manufacturing unit at Wombwell, near Barnsley where it is the area's largest single employer -- all in United's substantial catchment area. The company manufactured and installed more than £100m worth of windows and doors in the last year and it is now the largest independent company of its type in the United Kingdom with over 40 branches from South to North and its own transport fleet. Visit Safestyle web site at http://www.safestyle.co.uk.

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

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Three BLR Products Win Awards of Excellence

Old Saybrook, CT – Sept. 14, 2006 – Business & Legal Reports, Inc. (BLR) recently received three Awards for Publication Excellence (APEX) for its Making the Business Case for EHS (category: How-to Writing); its Managing Safety from the HR Desk (category: Books and Book Chapters); and Military Leave: The Complete Guide to USERRA Compliance (category: Special Purpose Brochures, Manuals, and Reports).

Old Saybrook, CT (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 – Business & Legal Reports, Inc. (BLR) recently received three Awards for Publication Excellence (APEX) for its Making the Business Case for EHS (category: How-to Writing); its Managing Safety from the HR Desk (category: Books and Book Chapters); and Military Leave: The Complete Guide to USERRA Compliance (category: Special Purpose Brochures, Manuals, and Reports).

The 18th annual APEX awards program, sponsored by Communication Concepts, recognizes excellence in graphic design, editorial content and the ability to achieve overall communications excellence. This year’s competition included close to 5,000 entries.

Making the Business Case for EHS, written by Robert B. Pojasek, Ph.D. an international authority on process development and Principal Consultant at SAI Global, lays out the concrete steps that EHS (environmental health and safety) managers can take to get support for their environmental initiatives. This BLR guidebook helps EHS managers align processes and systems with the goals of senior management, and translate EHS initiatives into bottom line results.

Managing Safety from the HR Desk. Many HR professionals are responsible for safety training and compliance efforts. This book helps guide the HR professional through the maze of requirements with how-to tips; helps set the stage for safety success at their organization; understand OSHA requirements; meet legal obligations; identify, eliminate, and control hazards; and includes helpful model safety programs and policies and model safety checklists and training guides.

Military Leave: The Complete Guide to USERRA Compliance. In these times of military deployments, this book helps employers understand the legal requirements of both the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA) and state military leave laws. This valuable Guide provides easy-to-use information for military leave law compliance from the time that an employee tells you that they have been called to military service to when they return to work. The Guide includes a full directory of State Military Law Requirements; a variety of forms, policies, and checklists; a USERRA Rights Notice handout and poster; and Complete 2006 Regulations including pension coverage, health plans, interaction with FMLA, and notice requirements.

About BLR

Based in Old Saybrook, Conn., BLR publishes books, newsletters, and Web products serving professionals in human resources, compensation safety, and environmental management. For a free catalog call 1-800-727-5257 or visit www.BLR.com.

Contact:
BLR: Peggy Carter-Ward
860-510-0100 x2207

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An Investment Bubble May be Emerging in Solar Energy, Cautions Bourne Research

Renewable energy is a hot topic, but with the number of start-ups and investors jumping on the solar power bandwagon, a bubble appears to be emerging. The good news is that there are other renewable energy segments currently leveraging MEMS and Nanotech-based solutions that offer equally exciting growth opportunities.

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- With gas prices at record highs this past summer, and growing concerns about global warming, it’s little wonder that there’s been so much focus on renewable energy, and solar power in particular, reports Bourne Research. But with the intense spotlight on photovoltaics, enthusiasm about next-generation possibilities is exceeding current market reality. As a result, near-term growth opportunities within other renewable energy segments –– notably biomass and hydrogen –– which also benefit from the use of MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems) and Nanotechnology, shouldn’t be overlooked, the high-tech market research firm says.

“Renewable Energy/Green Power/CleanTech” (4 min 53 sec) is the most recent installment of The Bourne Report podcast, which discusses how emerging technologies, particularly MEMS and Nanotechnology, are changing how we live, work and play. Stream, download or subscribe to these free audio files right from your computer. No registration is necessary. The Bourne Report podcast can be accessed directly at http://bournereport.podOmatic.com.

New episodes are posted weekly; topics already available address smart homes, automotive safety, fuel cells, e-textiles and the food/beverage industry. Future episodes will include BioMEMS and nanomedicine, silver nanoparticles, consumer electronics, military/defense and even advertising. For more information about Bourne Research and The Bourne Report, visit: www.bourneresearch.com.

About Bourne Research

Bourne Research is a trusted source of market intelligence, with a specialized focus on MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), Nanotechnology, and the convergence of both. Its founder, Marlene Bourne, is a highly respected industry analyst with more than a decade of experience following the development of emerging technologies, and is internationally recognized as one of the leading experts on MEMS.

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DZynSource, LLC Announces Sale on Its New Improved DZynSource For Molds Software

DZynSource for Molds software, version 2.0.4, has just been released. The new version includes many enhancements, making it easier than ever to use. DZynSource for Molds will be on sale for $69 U.S. until December 31, 2006.

Thompson, CT (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- DZynSource for Molds software, version 2.0.4, has just been released. The new version includes many enhancements, making it easier than ever to use. DZynSource for Molds will be on sale for $69 U.S. until December 31, 2006.

DZynSource for Molds is engineering software for mold designers, tooling engineers, mold and toolmakers, machinists, and anyone involved in any engineering, production planning, or machining aspect of mold design or mold making. It saves users from spending too much time looking up and crunching equations. DZynSource for Molds automates most of the calculations that commonly arise during the design, checking, machining and troubleshooting of molds. Choose the calculation you'd like to perform, enter the known data, and then press "Calculate". The answers are displayed in a flash. There are diagrams to make it simple, no need to interpret complicated formulas and equations.

This new version of DZynSource for Molds has many new features and has been made more user friendly. Material properties are available for mouse click selection when entering material property data.

Key Features:

8 Basic direct current (d.c.) electrical calculations

Fluid calculations: including pressure losses, bubbler sizing, continuity equation, general and special case annular passage for equivalent hydraulic diameter, hydraulic cylinder calculations, pressure losses, and Reynolds Number

Galvanic table and a hot runner checklist

Gate and runner size calculators

Helix and cam angles

Mechanical properties of 31 common mold making metals, including steels, and aluminum and beryllium copper alloys

Sizes, properties, and torque values for inch and metric screws, and tap drill sizes for N.P.T and B.S.P.T. pipe taps.

Strength of Materials calculations: plate deformation, beam deflection and stresses, hoop stress and expansion, long column buckling calculations, elastic stress and strain, moment of inertia, section modulus, and radius of gyration for 10 common geometric shapes.

Thermal expansion includes coefficients for the 31 common mold-making metals. You can calculate expansion, initial size or final size.

Surface finish charts

Vent width calculator and vent depth table

Production quantity, production-time, quantity of molded parts, and number of cavities calculations

Tooling ball, roll dimension, chord, sine plate, (degree, minute, second to decimal degree and vice versa), and right angle trigonometry

Shop calculators include: effective cutting diameter, inch per revolution / inches per minute, feed rate / feed per tooth, surface feet per minute, and surface roughness, and three sided cutters

Download a free, fully functioning trial copy of DZynSource for Molds at www.dzynsource.com

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Click Commerce Customer and Executive to Address Aberdeen Research’s Inaugural Chief Service Officer Summit

Click Commerce, Inc. (Nasdaq: CKCM), a leading provider of on-demand supply chain management solutions, and customer Kawasaki Motors Corp will present at Aberdeen Research’s inaugural Chief Service Officer (CSO) Summit, Oct. 3-4 in Boston. David Dora, executive vice president of operations at Kawasaki Motors Corp, will present a case study on how to “Drive Revenues by Moving from a Company-Centric to a Customer-Centric Service Approach.” Also presenting at the conference is Click Commerce Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy Steve Cole. Mr. Cole will join a panel of solution provider experts who will discuss “Service Chain Solutions Directions.”

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Click Commerce, Inc. (Nasdaq: CKCM), a leading provider of on-demand supply chain management solutions, (http://www.clickcommerce.com) and customer Kawasaki Motors Corp will present at Aberdeen Research’s inaugural Chief Service Officer (CSO) Summit, Oct. 3-4 in Boston. David Dora, executive vice president of operations at Kawasaki Motors Corp, will present a case study on how to “Drive Revenues by Moving from a Company-Centric to a Customer-Centric Service Approach.” Also presenting at the conference is Click Commerce Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy Steve Cole. Mr. Cole will join a panel of solution provider experts who will discuss “Service Chain Solutions Directions.”

The CSO summit offers a networking conference for forward-looking service, finance, supply chain and operations executives interested in transforming their post-sales service processes. Aberdeen’s research indicates that 78 percent of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) currently or soon will manage post-sales service as a strategic profit center. Click Commerce is a platinum sponsor of the summit.

“As a pioneer in offering service supply chain (http://www.clickcommerce.com) solutions, we have seen first-hand the growing need to turn post-sales operations into revenue generating service organizations. In many cases, post-sales service has become a significant advantage for companies competing globally,” said Nancy Koenig, executive vice president of operations for Click Commerce. “The CSO summit provides service executives a great venue for learning new methods to drive service supply chain transformation and increase market share.”

To learn more about Aberdeen Research’s Chief Service Officer Summit and Click Commerce’s participation, go to http://www.aberdeen.com/events/live/CSO06/

About Click Commerce, Inc.
Click Commerce, Inc., (Nasdaq: CKCM), a leading provider of on-demand supply chain management solutions, enables millions of users in 70 countries to collaborate, in real time, with business partners across the extended enterprise. Click Commerce solutions support the unique business processes of multiple industry segments such as manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and high-tech. Click Commerce enables corporations including Alaska Airlines, BASF, Citibank, Delphi, Eastman Kodak Company, Jabil Global Services, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Pier 1, Ryder, and Verizon to coordinate and optimize business processes, accelerate revenue, lower costs, and improve customer service. More information can be found at www.clickcommerce.com.

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KESSLER AMERICA Exhibits at Georgia Safety, Health And Environmental Conference 2006

KESSLER offers solutions to help manufacturing companies increase their productivity with ergonomic height-adjustable worktables.

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- John Kovacs, V.P. & G.M. of KESSLER AMERICA, a world leading supplier of top quality height-adjustable ergonomic worktables and industrial workbenches, announced today that they will be an exhibitor at this year’s Georgia Safety, Health & Environmental Conference, taking place October 9 -12 at Gwinnett Center in Atlanta(Duluth).

“We are excited about presenting our highly-acclaimed ergonomic products such as height-adjustable worktables and industrial workbenches. Throughout the years, a number of manufacturing companies have stated their specific needs and KESSLER has been fortunate to even exceed their expectations with reality-based ergonomic equipment,”
says Kovacs.

“We are also proud to report that our height-adjustable ergonomic worktables and industrial workbenches continue to help manufacturing companies improve their product quality, increase their productivity, decrease their workers comp related costs as well as reduce their lost-time incidents -- even up to 79 percent!”

Combining old-time values with cutting-edge technology, KESSLER was founded in Southern Germany in 1897. They are considered a world leading provider of top quality ergonomic height-adjustable worktables, workbenches, sewing machine pedal systems and components to small, mid-sized and FORTUNE 500 companies in numerous industries. Their modular design enables hundreds of configurations as well as customized solutions for various applications.

For information: www.kessler-ergo.com or
Phone: 001-678-793-4100

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CVtrumpet Moves to Larger Office

www.CVtrumpet.co.uk, the UK’s No.1 CV sending service, has announced it has moved to new bigger premises due to the constantly increasing demand for its services.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- www.CVtrumpet.co.uk, the UK’s No.1 CV sending service, has announced it has moved to new bigger premises due to the constantly increasing demand for its services.

Growth over the past few months for CVtrumpet has been phenomenal with over 60 new recruiters signing up and over 800 executive and management candidates per week.

It has been a successful year, with the appointment of new eager employees to the company. Robert Odhams, Marketing Director comments: “They have really helped to improve the service we provide and brought in new ideas to keep expanding the business.”

Robert further goes on to say: “I am also extremely excited about where the company is heading. We have recently launched a new database, which contains 25,000+ executive and management CV’s. It enables recruiters to accurately target potential candidates. It offers instant and unlimited access to recruiters who register. This has opened so many new avenues for us and has generated a considerable amount of interest in CVtrumpet.”

The new location of CVtrumpet is Felaw Maltings, 44 Felaw Street, Ipswich. The building was built in 1904, and is a historical landmark building, winning the British Urban Regeneration Association Award for its restoration in the late nineties.

Recruiters can register for free CV’s at: www.cvtrumpet.co.uk/signup.php

UK Site: www.cvtrumpet.co.uk
US Site: www.executivetrumpet.co.uk

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Datacraft Solutions Profiled by Thomas R. Cutler Manufacturing Journalist in Material Management & Distribution Magazine

Datacraft Solutions Profiled by Thomas R. Cutler Manufacturing Journalist in Material Management & Distribution Magazine

Durham, NC (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled Demand Driven Supply Chain Networks in the current issue of Material Management & Distribution Magazine.

According to Cutler, “The scope of Kanban has grown to e-Kanban and now digital Kanban. Demand Driven Supply Chain Networks, by default incorporate the kanban process. Enabling companies to sign up with software as a service (SaaS) model creates immediate realized value and visibility to the supply chain.”

According to Stephen Parker, CEO with Datacraft Solutions, and manufacturer of Signum, one of the few digital Kanban technology solutions, “Demand Driven Supply Chain networks provide the most optimum platform. The demand / pull which starts from the customer, drives the whole supply chain for the organization.”

A demand driven supply chain:
• Has the ability to dynamically respond to changes and conditions faster than traditional supply chains to truly achieve competitive marketplace positioning
• Is supported by applications and an open architecture that can enable instant or real-time, accurate information visibility inside the company, as well as outside its four walls
• Uses real-time information to sense shifts in the marketplace and dynamically redirects resources to address these shifts

Align Inventory Levels with Actual Consumption
Electronics companies must align inventory levels with actual consumption often with a closed-loop replenishment process that sends a signal to the supplier to produce and deliver a new shipment whenever a kanban card or “lot” of material is consumed. Every card must be tracked throughout the replenishment cycle bringing unprecedented visibility to both buyers and suppliers.

Parker also noted, “New Kanban users are often very concerned about how and when they will increase or decrease Kanban loop sizes.” There are several tools to assist electronics manufacturers in this area:
• The system will automatically send a recommendation to consider resizing whenever daily usage is above or below normal. Material managers can then review recent trends in item usage to decide whether they need to resize or not.
• Whenever noted, material managers are alerted and they can instantly see whether an increased daily usage or delays from suppliers are causing the risk of stock-out. If increased consumption is causing the stock-out, then they can instantly resize that item, all items consumed by a work-center, or all items within a product line.
• Kanban loops can be automatically resized by importing production schedules or forecasts. The digital kanban technology will then increase or decrease loop sizes in advance of the forecasted demand to ensure that suppliers have the time to deliver the needed material.

Datacraft Solutions specializes in providing their clients with the tools they need to rapidly replace outdated manual systems with technology that speeds process flow and improves accuracy. Datacraft’s premier product, Signum has been developed around the Kanban concept of replenishment, and provides an invaluable tool for manufacturing companies to monitor process flow, lower administrative transaction costs, and improve decision-making ability.

Datacraft Solutions
www.datacraftsolutions.com
Steve Rao
800-819-5326

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The Fusion of Success: Drafting Tables with Computer Components

Manufacturer of ergonomically designed workstations use fusion to better serve artists, designers and architects everywhere.

Hawthorne, California (PRWEB) September 26, 2006 -- Versa Products, Inc. a leading manufacturer of industrial computer furniture has jumped on the fusion bandwagon and is offering products designed to make life easier for artists, designers, and architects everywhere. Well, maybe not life in general, but their work environment for sure. Versa now offers their high-quality Professional Drafting Tables and Versa Art Tables with CAD System packages to allow for a CAD System or any other computer system to be attached directly to the drafting desk without limiting any of the original desk features.

"No more pushing your chair from one side of the room to the other to go from drafting to computer work," says Chris Laudadio, Versa President. "Our job is to make workstations more efficient, more ergonomic, and more comfortable for the user, and with the drafting table CAD System fusion, that's exactly what we've done."

And the combination is certainly fusion at its finest. For years Versa has offered top-of-the-line drafting tables and art desks to homes, schools and offices across the United States. Available in six color combinations, the tables are constructed from solid wood and bolted on a scratch-resistant steel frame. The easy pop-pin adjustment system allows the surface of the 48" Professional Drafting Table to adjust for a wide range of tilt and eleven inches of vertical height. The 48" Art Table offers the same options in color choices, is also coated with a scratch-proof finish, and offers 75 degrees of tilt adjustment. They have, for several years, been one of Versa's most popular products.

Just when you think things can't get better, they do. The addition of the CAD computer system, which includes an adjustable LCD monitor arm, keyboard tray platform, and ultra-secure CPU holder can be added for only $199.00. The entire CAD system rotates easily, allowing the user to adjust his/her computer system to the proper height and swivel, creating a comfortable, ergonomically-correct workstation. Additional printer platforms, speaker platforms, and writing surfaces can also be added to the system for a nominal price, and none of the added features limit the desk's ability to adjust for height or tilt.

According to Laudadio, "The drafting and art industries have changed. Everyone uses computer systems to enhance their work, but the hand-to-paper art of drawing isn't obsolete. Our job as designers and manufacturers of computer furniture is to build products that help our clients to move forward in their own industries. The right workstation will maximize efficiency, not impede on it."

Versa Products, Inc. does more than just design and build cutting edge computer workstations. They take pride in what they do. Quantity discounts begin with only three like products, and everything Versa sells is guaranteed under a no-hassle lifetime warranty. All products ship for free in the contiguous U.S., and are built in their California-based factory. To see photo galleries, color options, and animations of all of Versa's products, check out their information-packed website. For more information regarding discount pricing, available products, or Versa's warranties and guarantee policy, visit www.versatables.com or call the customer service department at 1-800-416-3961.

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Garlock Introduces Multi-Layer Graphite GRAPH-LOCK® 3128 Hochdruck® Gaskets

Garlock Sealing Technologies, a leader in fluid sealing technology for more than 100 years, recently introduced GRAPH-LOCK™ 3128 Hochdruck™ gaskets. These innovative gaskets offer better handling and greater safety than other metal-inserted graphite sheet products. They also handle high pressure better than standard graphite gaskets because of reduced load loss and unparalleled torque retention -- so they’re ideal for replacing spiral wound gaskets and Kammprofile gaskets in many applications

Palmyra, NY (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Garlock Sealing Technologies, a leader in fluid sealing technology for more than 100 years, recently introduced GRAPH-LOCK™ 3128 Hochdruck™ gaskets. These innovative gaskets offer better handling and greater safety than other metal-inserted graphite sheet products. They also handle high pressure better than standard graphite gaskets because of reduced load loss and unparalleled torque retention -- so they’re ideal for replacing spiral wound gaskets and Kammprofile gaskets in many applications.

Hochdruck -- which is German for "high-pressure" -- gaskets cut more easily than other graphite sheet and eject from gasket cutting dies more easily. They’re also much safer: they resist being drawn out by the gasket cutting die, so they don’t cut user’s fingers and hands like standard stainless steel foil reinforced graphite gaskets.

Hochdruck’s bonding agent reduces leaks by 2.5 times compared to competitive gaskets: it increases the graphite-to-graphite strength ratio and greatly improves sealability. They seal reliably and easily under moderate bolt load -- and maintain that tight seal even during pressure fluctuations.

Customers in the power and refining industries enjoy Hochdruck gaskets’ patented "Adhesive Free" technology, anti-scratch and anti-stick surface properties, and extremely high compressive strength. There’s even a reduced sulfur version designed specifically for nuclear requirements to minimize stress corrosion cracking issues.

Hochdruck gaskets deliver excellent resistance -- they work very well in extreme conditions, withstanding heat, pressure, and aggressive chemicals. They retain their dimensional stability in high temperatures; they’re also proven fire-safe.

Installation is easier, especially in confined spaces and large gasket configurations, because multiple layers of stainless foil create a more rigid gasket. This also reduces gasket breakage, so customers will save money because Hochdruck gaskets don’t flake or break like standard graphite gaskets.

For more information or to contact your local Garlock Representative visit www.garlock.com and click on representative locater.

About Garlock
Garlock Sealing Technologies, an EnPro Industries company, designs, manufactures and sells fluid sealing products worldwide. A recognized industry leader, Garlock advances fluid sealing technology by delivering innovative solutions and services for process industries’ most demanding applications. The company has 13 global operations with 1,500 employees and distributes its products in more than 75 countries. For more information on Garlock products and services, visit www.garlock.com.

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SimSci-Esscor Demonstrates Upstream Optimization Suite for Integrated Asset Optimization

SimSci-Esscor (http://www.simsci-esscor.com) exhibited here today its complete Upstream Optimization Suite (UOS) for the oil and gas industry. The UOS is a set of integrated software tools providing multiphase flow modeling, transient multicomponent simulation, and strategic optimization of oil and gas production operations. These tools help integrate field-wide production analysis from sandface-to-surface facilities, increase asset-wide production, improve well design and performance, and integrate full-field reservoir modeling.

(Society of Petroleum Engineers’ Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition) Dallas, TX (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- SimSci-Esscor (http://www.simsci-esscor.com) exhibited here today its complete Upstream Optimization Suite (UOS) for the oil and gas industry. The UOS is a set of integrated software tools providing multiphase flow modeling, transient multicomponent simulation, and strategic optimization of oil and gas production operations. These tools help integrate field-wide production analysis from sandface-to-surface facilities, increase asset-wide production, improve well design and performance, and integrate full-field reservoir modeling.

"The Upstream Optimization Suite helps upstream processors balance both availability and utilization of upstream assets to attain a true competitive edge in an increasingly dynamic marketplace. It enables use of advanced techniques, for example, that can model and simulate cost and output of a single well, an entire field, or multiple fields, supporting both immediate and long term performance and business improvements," says Shaun Wright, Invensys vice president for upstream global solutions.

The UOS Suite supports oil and gas upstream asset management through the following three software programs:
• PIPEPHASE version 9.0 transient multicomponent simulation tool, which automates design and analysis of oil and gas wells, production networks, and processing facilities. Its PRO/II interface is the first commercially released software tool linking a pipeline-network simulator with a steady-state flowsheet simulator, allowing for rigorous modeling of the interactions between piping/production networks and associated processing facilities.
• TACITE transient multicomponent simulation software, which facilitates visualization, design, and control of upstream assets through accurate prediction of the propagation of liquid slugs that occur during transient flow conditions in a multiphase pipeline.
• NETOPT strategic optimization software, which helps define an optimization strategy for a wide range of oil and gas field operations, including maximizing production of the overall asset or minimizing of capital expenditures over the life of a field.

In addition to the UOS suite, SimSci-Esscor also offers upstream producers a process engineering design and operational analysis toolset (Process Engineering Suite), advanced process control (APC) and on-line optimization applications (On-Line Performance Suite), dynamic simulation and high-fidelity control system emulation (Dynamic Simulation Suite), an engineering data and document-centric database management system (Comos FEED), dynamic plant operator training solutions (Operator Training Simulators), and advanced real-time SCADA processing that supports complex remote applications.

SimSci-Esscor’s Upstream Optimization Suite and all other suites are available today. For more information, readers can visit www.simsci-esscor.com or contact the Invensys Customer Satisfaction Center via phone at 866-746-6477 (508-549-2424 outside the US and Canada).

About SimSci-Esscor
For almost 40 years, SimSci-Esscor (www.simsci-esscor.com) has been a leader in the development and deployment of industrial process simulation software and systems for a variety of process industries. Our products enable clients to minimize capital requirements, optimize facility performance, and maximize return on investment in production assets.

About Invensys Process Systems
Invensys Process Systems, a business unit of Invensys plc, provides products, services and solutions that enable today’s industrial process plants to monitor, manage, and improve the performance of their manufacturing assets. In addition to its rapidly expanding Global Solutions group, Invensys Process Systems includes industry-leading brands such as Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, and Avantis, whose products are installed in more than 100,000 plants across the world. These range from small hybrid and batch plants to the world’s largest upstream projects, refineries, gas plants, petrochemicals plants, power plants, and pulp and paper mills.
The Invensys Group (www.invensys.com) is made up of five businesses: Process Systems, APV, Eurotherm, Rail Systems and Controls. The Group is headquartered in London and is listed on the London Stock Exchange, with over 30,000 employees working in 60 countries.

Invensys, Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, Avantis, FoxWatch, and I/A Series Remote Plus are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries, or affiliates. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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ShipNorthAmerica Transportation Cracks the Prestigious Profit HOT 50 List for the Second Year in a Row

ShipNorthAmerica Transportation, a Toronto freight management company, cracked the prestigious PROFIT HOT 50 list of Canada's Emerging Growth Companies for the second year in a row and once again was the only trucking company to make the list.

Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- ShipNorthAmerica Transportation, a Toronto freight management company, cracked the prestigious PROFIT HOT 50 list of Canada's Emerging Growth Companies for the second year in a row and once again was the only trucking company to make the list.

"It’s an honor for our company to be recognized once again in the PROFIT HOT 50 List," said Ian Macdonald, President of ShipNorthAmerica Transportation. "In a highly competitive marketplace dominated by large US based common carriers, ShipNorthAmerica has been able to succeed by providing American and Canadian exporters and importers with advantageous alternatives to their Canada/US crossborder LTL (less than truckload) and truckload shipments. It is a testament to the outstanding talent and dedication of our team of experienced trucking professionals that ShipNorthAmerica made the PROFIT HOT 50 list for the second year in a row and again is the only transportation firm to be included in this prominent list of emerging Canadian companies."

The PROFIT HOT 50 is the definitive ranking of Canada’s emerging growth companies. Published in the September issue of PROFIT and online at PROFITguide.com, the PROFIT HOT 50 ranks young firms by two-year revenue growth. "The PROFIT HOT 50 companies represent the ambition, sophistication and immense contributions of Canada’s entrepreneurial sector." says editor Ian Portsmouth. "PROFIT is proud to celebrate the success of these businesses and to share their growth strategies."

About PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success
PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success offers news, strategies, tips, interviews and
other resources to the CEOs of Canadian growth companies. Each year PROFIT, which currently reaches more than 370,000 readers nationally, hosts a number of events that bring together business leaders in the fast-growth segment and champions the interests of those leaders. PROFIT was founded in April 1982 as Canada’s first national magazine geared to entrepreneurs. Visit PROFITguide.com

About ShipNorthAmerica Transportation
ShipNorthAmerica is a Canadian freight management company which offers Canadian domestic and US/Canada crossborder trucking services tailored to meet each client’s unique shipping requirements. ShipNorthAmerica offers experienced LTL (Less Than Truckload) & truckload freight services, and for customers with overdimensional or heavy haul freight they provide expert flatbed and heavy haul services. ShipNorthAmerica delivers cost-effective crossborder shipping solutions combined with a high level of personalized service. Visit ShipNorthAmerica.com

Contacts:
ShipNorthAmerica Transportation Inc.
Ian Macdonald (President)
1-877-744-7762

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New Glossary of Supply Chain Terminology - Learn & Decipher the Supply Chain Languages

Industrial Data & Information, Inc. announces the fourth edition of a new valuable resource for professionals in the supply chain field. This resource is the "Glossary of Supply Chain Terminology For Logistics, Manufacturing, Warehousing, & Technology".

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Industrial Data & Information, Inc. announces the fourth edition of a new valuable resource for professionals in the supply chain field. This resource is the "Glossary of Supply Chain Terminology For Logistics, Manufacturing, Warehousing, & Technology".

40% New Content - Edition 4 includes new work in every section. The Business, Computer, Manufacturing, Transportation, Warehousing, Purchasing, and Standards sections have greatly increased in size. Standard country codes are added. Barcodes with actual examples are added. With edition 3, new sections added included RFID, EDIFACT, and Incoterms.

Excellent reference book for university classes, executives, integrators, consultants, and experienced professionals in the supply chain field.

This glossary covers 15 areas involving the supply chain professional. Each area above has it’s own glossary and the main glossary includes all terminology. The supply chain areas are:

Barcodes
Business Acronyms & Keywords
Computer Chat Acryonyms
Computer Terminology
Conveyor Terminology
EDI Transactions
EDIFACT Transactions
Government Terminology
Incoterms
Manufacturing Terminology
Material Safety Data Sheets & HazMat
Organizations
Pallet Terminology
Purchasing Acronyms & Keywords
RFID
Standards
Transportation Terminology
US State & Canada Province Codes
Warehousing Terminology

Professionals have reviewed the "Glossary of Supply Chain Terminology" and concluded multiple times that it is an Excellent, valuable reference with insights, and it is well laid out!

Philip Obal, President of Industrial Data & Information, says, "Most glossaries are intended for a single industry, but a supply chain expert must have robust knowledge in multiple industries. This glossary is a multi-industry glossary and helps the system integrators, IT staff, consultants, executives, new users, and expert users."

Reviews of the glossary, table of contents, book cover image, and author's picture & biography are available on IDII's website - See http://www.IDII.com/gsct_info.htm

Single copies of the "Glossary of Supply Chain Terminology For Logistics, Manufacturing, Warehousing, & Technology" are $59.95 US. Available from Amazon.com or IDII.com. ISBN 0-9669345-3-9. 318 Pages. September 2006. Available in PDF or spiral bound book. Company wide licensing is available from IDII.

Future Editions

IDII will release future editions of this glossary with new terms, abbreviations, & acronyms based upon suggestions from our readers and IDII’s ongoing research.

About Industrial Data & Information, Inc. (IDII)

Industrial Data & Information, Inc. is a independent research consulting company that assists companies in selecting and implementing software solutions. IDII is focused on the supply-chain and has expertise in software evaluation, selection, and implementation. IDII also produces tools for software selection projects in WMS, TMS, and ERP. For more information on IDII, visit our web site at www.idii.com or contact IDII at 918-292-8785 or e-mail at e-mail protected from spam bots.

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ShareFile Crosses 10,000 User Milestone

ShareFile, a leading provider of business collaboration and electronic file transfer solutions, announced today that its service recently registered its 10,000th user.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- ShareFile, a leading provider of business collaboration and electronic file transfer solutions, announced today that its service recently registered its 10,000th user.

"The 10,000th user is a very significant milestone for our company," said Jesse Lipson, ShareFile's Director of Sales. "We introduced ShareFile to the international market less than a year ago, and we think that the rapid growth of our user base not only validates the demand in the marketplace for ShareFile's services but also shows tremendous promise for our company's growth in the coming years."

ShareFile is an online service that allows companies to easily create secure, password-protected folders for sharing business files with clients, colleagues, and partners. The service is targeted to small and medium businesses, which often cannot afford to develop and maintain their own in-house extranet solutions.

Files can be exchanged in two ways with ShareFile. The first is similar to traditional FTP, with files uploaded to password-protected online folders. Though unlike FTP, ShareFile transfers files securely and boasts robust features such as easy user administration, email upload/download alerts, keyword searches on folders and files, and audit tracking of client uploads and downloads. The second way to share files, ideal for easy one-time file transfers, is to send large files via a hyperlink in an e-mail message. ShareFile can send a hyperlink to any e-mail address, allowing recipients to download files or entire folders by just clicking the link.

Since its November 2005 launch, ShareFile has quickly become an indispensable tool for companies that need to exchange electronic files that are either too large or too confidential to send using email or FTP. ShareFile's clients span over 50 industries, including accounting, law, graphic design, consulting, healthcare, and engineering.

A free trial of the ShareFile service is available at www.sharefile.com.

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U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Give a Competitive Edge to U.S. Based Companies and American Communities

The FTZ program lowers the costs of U.S.-based operations engaged in international trade, resulting in the creation and retention of U.S.-based economic activity that results from those operations.

Mobile, Ala. (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Greg Jones, Senior Consultant for the Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation, discusses the benefits of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) program in a recent article in Business Development Outlook entitled “The U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program: A Competitive Edge for U.S.-based Companies and American Communities.”

The Foreign-Trade Zones program was created in 1934 in an attempt to mitigate some of the destructive effects of the 1930 Smoot-Hawley Tariffs. It was intended to “expedite and encourage foreign commerce” in the United States by designating certain geographic areas as Foreign-Trade Zones, in or adjacent to Customs Ports of Entry, and under the oversight of the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection. Commercial merchandise would be treated, for Customs purposes, as though it were outside the commerce of the United States. Since 1986, regulatory oversight for FTZ sites has been conducted on an audit-inspection basis.

The FTZ program lowers the costs of U.S.-based operations engaged in international trade by allowing them to store, repackage, repair, manipulate, use in manufacturing or processing foreign merchandise in a Zone, free of tariffs and ad valorem taxes while the merchandise remains in the Zone. The result is the creation and retention of U.S.-based economic activity that results from those operations.

In a General-Purpose Zone, any number of firms may operate, limited only by the Zone’s physical limitations. Subzones are single firm sites designated for a special purpose (typically manufacturing) when the operation cannot be accommodated within the General-Purpose Zone project serving the area.

The Foreign-Trade Zones program offers duty exemption on re-exports, relief from “inverted tariffs,” improved logistics, cash flow through duty deferral, no duty on value added, Zone-to-Zone transfers, no duty on damaged or nonconforming items, and duty avoidance on government and military sales. Due to the changing global trade environment, use of the program has increased phenomenally over the last thirty-five years. Companies use it to improve their bottom line, and communities use it as part of their industrial recruitment and retention strategies.

Jones began working in the FTZ program in 1986, and has been an active member in the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ) since 1987. He served as president of the NAFTZ from 1993 to 1995, and was designated as an Honorary Life Member in 2000. The Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation is a service provider offering FTZ cost-benefit analyses, FTZ Board applications, training, assistance in designing, creating and managing Zone projects, and its SmartZone® Foreign-Trade Zone management software.

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ABC Office Announces Their Own Brand of Money Counters and Counterfeit Detectors

ABC Office is proud to announce their new line of ABC money handling devices. These new products are made by ABC Office and can be found on their Web site. New products include two new bill counters, one new coin counter and two new counterfeit detectors.

Kaysville, Utah (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- ABC Office, a dealer of office automation equipment, is proud to announce their own line of money handling equipment. These five new pieces of equipment carry the new ABC brand. ABC Office is excited about this transition from dealer to manufacturer. The new line makes it possible to guarantee products to be in stock and allows them to sell a great product for a fraction the cost.

Two of the new products are bill counters, designed to quickly count bills in seconds. These models are the ABC1150 and ABC5500. Both models are available with counterfeit money detectors built inside. When a counterfeit bill is detected, the machine alerts the user to the problem. Both these new money counters can be found here: http://www.abcoffice.com/bill1.htm.

The third new addition is the ABC440 coin counter. This coin counter can take hands full of coins and quickly sorts them and gives you a total monetary and denominational total. Banks, retailers and other organizations that handle money on a daily basis commonly use it. The ABC440 brings ABC Office’s total line of coin counters to six. (http://www.abcoffice.com/bill1.htm#coincount)

The last two new products that ABC Office manufactures are counterfeit money detectors. These models are the ABC-75 and the ABC-95. Both these units use UV light to detect security strips found in most U.S. bills. They also have magnetic sensors capable of detecting magnetic ink found in U.S. currency. A built-in light makes it possible to see watermarks as well. These new counterfeit detectors can be found here: http://www.abcoffice.com/detect1.htm.

Money handling equipment is in high demand and there doesn’t appear to be any slowdown in sight. ABC Office expects this new line of money counters and verifiers to be a big hit.

For further information, please contact David Stuart, Marketing Supervisor of ABC Office, 1-800-658-8788.

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SellFolio™ for Client Projects-Merchandising: First Software for Trainers to Deploy Training to the Field, Saving Thousands of Dollars

Trainers want faster, cost-effective ways to get training materials to the field and targeted promotions to prospects. However, many companies don’t have an intranet or extranet, or the information is outdated and overwhelming. Now SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising allows training managers and their trainers to build unlimited, royalty-free Web & CD-ROM browsers to package and present their sales tools and promotions -- without programming.

Lake Forest, IL (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Trainers want faster, cost-effective ways to get training materials to the field and targeted promotions to prospects. However, many companies don’t have an intranet or extranet, or the information is outdated and overwhelming. Now SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising allows training managers and their trainers to build unlimited, royalty-free Web & CD-ROM browsers to package and present their sales tools and promotions -- without programming. According to Russ McNeilly, SellFolio VP of Sales, “SellFolio’s rich media helps go-getter trainers focus their message and imagery by including PowerPoint™ presentations, photos, movies, audio narration, web links and documents.” A downloadable free trial version of SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising ($329.00) is available on www.sellfolio.com/downloads.htm

According to Barry Hentz, VP of Marketing, Bunzl Distribution USA, a supplier of a range of products including outsourced food packaging, disposable supplies, and cleaning and safety products with a field sales force of 500, “We needed a way to get sales training, sales tools and vendor materials out to the field to drive consistency and a common message, but the files we needed to distribute were just too big for email. SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising has been an excellent tool for us to gather and distribute our materials, and now we create mini-CDs as carry-arounds for our sales force.”

With SellFolio for Client Projects-Merchandising, a training assistant can create professional grade Web and CD browsers in about 30 minutes, yet produce results that look like the training department spent thousands of dollars. According to Steve McNeilly, SellFolio VP of Technology, “In addition to SellFolio’s use as a promotional tool, more training departments and consultants want to package files, resources & training that help them roll out and teach. Plus, they want to keep the project in-house so they can make updates whenever they want.” With step-by-step screens and excellent “how to” tutorials, users select from one of the twelve stunning Style templates, add photos with captions, and even add music & narration. Then they publish their work to the Web using their own hosting or SellFolio’s ‘one-button upload’ ViewWork.com™ hosting. Plus, they can publish the same content on CD-ROMs that start right up when the user puts the CD in their drive.

Key features in SellFolio for Client Projects- Merchandising:
* Build projects that showcase all your rich media
* Same content on the web and CD for online or off-line field staff and partners
* Automatically sizes and compresses photos from different sources & vendors for a unified look
* Add music & narration for a great mood
* No programming required
* A stunning visual look-and-feel
* Animated promotional introduction
* An interactive main menu
* Modules that can display Images, Files or Web links
* Pages of descriptive information, with web links and .PDF document downloads
* Contact information

About SellFolio LLC

SellFolio is a privately held company founded in Chicago in 2003 by Russ McNeilly and Steve McNeilly. Together they have over 35 years experience in the multimedia and software businesses. Russ McNeilly’s career includes top marketing positions at world-standard software companies such as InstallShield and SPSS. He holds an MBA from Loyola University of Chicago. Steve McNeilly founded Aviation Tutorials in 1996, and holds a BS from the University of Illinois and Institute of Aviation. He is also a professional pilot who is rated to fly Boeing 737s and DC-8s. Steve and Russ have won various awards both jointly and separately for multimedia and web presentation, including top awards from Chicago Software Association, Pansophic and Forox competitions.

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CCL Container and Christopher Philip Partner for the First Full-Body Shaped Aerosol Container

CCL Container’s full-body shaping technology is helping to make packaging history in the men’s grooming product category with the launch of a new line of men’s care products from Christopher Philip Ltd.

Hermitage, PA (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- The Gentlemen’s Youth Maintenance (GYM) grooming line from Christopher Philip Ltd. will consist of 12 hair care, skin care, and body care products especially formulated for men. The lead product, GYM’s Finish Style Control Spray, features exclusive full-body shaping technology by CCL Container.

By early 2007, the GYM brand is projected to have a total of 20 products on the market, including active wear bearing the GYM grooming logo. According to the president and founder of Christopher Philip Ltd., Chris Campbell, the distinctive look that CCL’s BodyShapes™ line provides is consistent with his marketing strategy for GYM grooming products.

“We’re offering the professional salon market the highest quality products for their male clients,” says Campbell, “enabling them to successfully compete with drug stores and department stores.”

Campbell explained that CCL’s full-body shaping fits into the overall philosophy of the GYM brand. “Today’s society now dictates that proper self care is becoming non-negotiable in most, if not all, segments of life. GYM grooming hopes to be the toolset of choice for men who understand that taking care of yourself is not a vanity issue. It is about respecting yourself and the people around you.”

Available through the traditional professional salon distributor network, GYM grooming will be marketed initially through trade and consumer print ads, distributor advertising campaigns, and the Christopher Philip Web site, http://www.christopherphilip.com.
North American distribution will be complete by the end of this year. The Gym grooming line in its BodyShapes™ packaging will arrive in Europe and South America in 2007.

Campbell recounted the genesis of the GYM packaging, explaining that he had worked with CCL Container prior to forming his Houston-based company. “When I approached CCL about our Finish Style Control Spray,” says Campbell, “and told them what my packaging goals were, they introduced me to the full-body shaping option. It proved to be a great way to distinguish our product from the competition.”

In Campbell’s opinion, full-body shaping can be a more powerful means of attracting consumer attention and creating product demand than graphics alone. “It’s human nature to want to touch interesting shapes,” says Campbell, “and getting a product into a consumer’s hands is key to driving new sales.”

CCL also produces the containers for GYM grooming’s Comfort Smooth Shaving Gel, and other products in the line will most likely take advantage of CCL’s aluminum shaping technology.

Full-body shaping was first introduced by CCL Container in 2005. The technology allows for top-to-bottom shaping of rigid aluminum containers. Prior to BodyShapes™, contours and curves were limited to the upper portion of aluminum containers.

According to Ed Martin, vice president of sales and marketing for CCL Container, “Full-body container shaping is the future of aluminum packaging design. It gives marketers the means to give their products a distinctive look and feel that goes beyond color and typography and graphic design.”

BodyShapes™ is one of many innovations that have come from CCL’s aggressive R&D team. The company is responsible for Trimline® and TrimWave®, two bullet-shaped designs. The next step in solid aluminum packaging evolution credited to CCL’s R&D team was the introduction of Comfort Hold®, which lent ergonomic contours to a dramatic silhouette design. BodyShapes™, however, gives marketers virtually unlimited creative freedom in fashioning aluminum packaging.

CCL Container is North America’s leading manufacturer of recyclable aluminum aerosol cans and bottles. It is also a major supplier of barrier systems, offering both the piston-barrier system and ABS “bag-in-can” technology.
CCL’s manufacturing facilities are located in Hermitage, Pa, Penetang, Ontario and Mexico City, Mexico. All of its facilities are ISO 9002 Registered.

For information on CCL’s products and services, please contact:
Ed Martin, Vice President, Sales and Marketing
CCL Container
Tel: (203) 354-4523

CCL Container U.S. Operations:
One Llodio Drive
Hermitage, PA 16148

For press information, please contact:
Trish Hamer
Delia Associates
Tel: (908) 534-9044
http://www.delianet.com

For a downloadable version of this release and photo,
visit http://www.cclcontainermedia.com/pr/pr-Gym.html

For more information on CCL Container, go to http://www.cclcontainermedia.com

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Frisco TX, PRWeb - United Fuel & Energy Selects Ingenuus for Process Automation and Optimization

Ingenuus Software Inc., the leader in Enterprise Process Orchestration (EPO), announced today that United Fuel & Energy Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: UFEN) has selected Ingenuus Process Orchestration Software to automate and optimize their business processes.

FRISCO, Texas, PRWeb (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Ingenuus Software Inc., the leader in Enterprise Process Orchestration (EPO), announced today that United Fuel & Energy Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: UFEN) has selected Ingenuus Process Orchestration Software to automate and optimize their business processes.

UFE, with headquarters in Midland, Texas, engages in distribution and sale of fuels and lubricants. Like so many other companies, UFE is a bundle of manual processes that function together to run the business. Unfortunately, coordination of activities within each process, or even between processes, is difficult at best. Visibility into organizational efficiency is limited, and control to improve bottlenecks less than adequate.

“UFE realizes that process optimization reaps huge rewards,” says UFE VP of Operations Woody Woodworth. “Our analysis indicates that we can save tens of thousands of dollars per year by optimizing and managing our processes using the Ingenuus BPM software.”

UFE believes that with the Ingenuus Process Orchestration Software they can run the company more efficiently, improve visibility and control, while providing a higher level of customer service that will result in increase profits. Their vision is to make process management their competitive advantage.

About Ingenuus
Ingenuus Software Inc., based in Frisco, Texas, is raising the bar for business process automation with its Enterprise Process Orchestration approach. The Ingenuus solution transforms processes, tasks and projects into web-based applications. Enterprise Process Orchestration is a unique approach for automating all of your business processes and orchestrating them to function together. Customers are using Ingenuus to orchestrate processes including Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), IT Trouble Tickets, Return Materials Authorizations (RMA), Quality Testing, New Product Introduction (NPI), Job Management for contract manufacturers and Compliance Management (like Sarbanes-Oxley).

Ingenuus is a trademark of Ingenuus Software Inc.

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Great Lakes Media Technology Adds HexaLock CD Copy Protection Technology to Their CD-ROM Facility Offerings

Hexalock, Ltd., a leader in CD copy protection technology announced today that Great Lakes Media Technology, a full service provider of CD-ROM replication and fulfillment services has become an Authorized Replicator of HexaLock CD Copy Protection technology. Now, virtually any Content Type Distributed on CD-R or CD-ROM can now be protected from Illegal Copying and Use.

Basking Ridge, NJ and Mequon, WI (PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Hexalock, Ltd., a leader in CD copy protection technology and digital rights management solutions announced today that Great Lakes Media Technology, a full service provider of CD-ROM replication and fulfillment services has become an Authorized Replicator of HexaLock CD Copy Protection technology.

“We are pleased to be able to offer HexaLock CD-ROM Copy Protection to our customers,” said David Davis, Vice President of Sales, Great Lakes Media Technology “The fact that HexaLock Copy Protection technology can now be used to protect content files along with program executable files is of keen interest to our customer base.” Mr. Davis continued, “Now PDF documents, HTML files, AVI and MPEG video files, for example, can all be protected on both CD-Rs and CD-ROMs. We are pleased to add HexaLock copy protection technology to our facility based on requests from our clients who are familiar with its capabilities. This is in keeping with our philosophy of providing quality digital media solutions to our customers that save them time and money."

“The addition of Great Lakes Media Technology as an Authorized Replicator for HexaLock CD-ROM Copy Protection extends the availability of this technology,” said John Stevens, Vice President, Business Development, HexaLock, Ltd. “Their Mid-West location is particularly valuable to any publisher that has CD-ROM product distribution needs in the Mid-West. HexaLock technology adds to their ability to be a one-stop source for all their customer’s requirements.”

About Great Lakes Media Technology
Since 1996, we've been serving small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, production facilities, and advertising agencies throughout the U.S. who rely on Great Lakes Media Technology to be their total media solutions provider. Our centralized facility in Mequon, Wisconsin houses the most state-of-the-art technology in media manufacturing and digital services. If you demand quality products and services, quick lead times, competitive pricing, and are looking for a true, full-service partner who understands your media needs, you've found your digital media partner in Great Lakes Media Technology.

About HexaLock, Ltd.
HexaLock develops and markets copy protection and digital rights management solutions worldwide. Headquartered in Shefayim, Israel, HexaLock opened its US offices in 2001. HexaLock CD Copy Protection, Version 4.5, released in April 2006, offers the latest is copy protection technology for both CD-ROMs and CD-Rs, including the ability to now protect Microsoft PowerPoint documents. These innovative solutions for intellectual property protection offer content owners new and highly effective options to address their digital asset management requirements.

For more information, please contact:

For HexaLock, Ltd. For Great Lakes Media Technology
John Stevens David Davis
(908) 234-1325 (262) 512-0100
www.hexalock.com www.glmt.com

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Marlin Signs Contract to Supply General Services Administration

Marlin Steel Wire has been awarded GSA Schedule contract to provide supplies to all government agencies.

(PRWEB) September 25, 2006 -- Marlin Steel Wire Products LLC (www.marlinwire.com) is happy to announce that it has signed contracts with the GSA to supply its line of wire baskets, wire hooks, wire forms, shelves, and racks to US government users for food and related uses. The products are made of plain (mild steel 1008), and stainless steel (304 grade electro polished finished). Plain steel items can be shipped raw or coated with chrome, nickel, and black plastic finishes. Color-coded finishes are especially valuable for applications requiring separation/classifying of the contents. To see the products available, visit Marlin Steel Wire GSA Schedule.

The contracts require that Marlin will keep in inventory many of its standard products in large amounts. This assures that no government user will have to wait a long time for the products to be made and then shipped. In fact, Marlin is able to ship up to 80 of many of its standard items on the day of the order, if received before noon, at no extra cost.

Marlin has been making wire products since 1968 and has been based in Baltimore, MD since 1998. One of the few companies that make all of its products in the USA, Marlin has been featured in articles in the Baltimore Sun and the Washington Post.

Date: 09/25/2006
Marlin Steel Wire Products
2640 Merchant Drive
Baltimore, MD 21230-3307
Tel: 410-644-7456 · Fax: 410-644-7457

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September 22, 2006

Hunt and Hunt Ltd. Completes New Facility, Purchases Machinery and Increases Staff

Hunt and Hunt Ltd. in Houston Texas, adds new laser machining equipment, facilities, personnel and automated raw stock handling systems to meet expanding customer demand for rapid response, high production, large component precision machining. Hunt and Hunt is a major supplier of downhole tool components such as used in perforating guns by the Oil & Gas Industry.

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Hunt and Hunt Ltd., announces the completion of a new 36,000 square foot building. The new building located within the Alameda complex, combined with Hunt and Hunt’s existing facilities provides around 104,000 square foot of manufacturing floor space.

The facilities expansion includes an additional 80,000 square foot of concrete slab being used for raw materials storage and staging. The additional pipe yard provides a sizeable increase in materials storage capacity.

Recent Equipment Acquisitions
Michael Bowman of Hunt and Hunt stated that plans for the new facility included an advanced custom automated pipe handling system designed to feed a series of machining centers. The automated pipe handling system and new CNC Lathes have been installed and are fully functional.
The facilities expansion is accompanied by the addition of several pieces of new equipment:

• 3 new Mori-Seiki CNC Lathes
• 2 Daewoo CNC Lathes
• 1 Okuma MacTurn 550 Multifunction Turning Center
• 2 more custom Tubular Laser Machines (7 total)
• 2 custom built milling machines
• 1 Daihen Almega AX-V6 robotic welder

The new custom tubular laser machining centers incorporate the latest laser machining technologies, designed for precision, high performance, rapid profile cutting of complex geometries, fast rotary indexing and heavy duty service. These new laser cutting centers are designed for volume laser machining of tubular stock with up to a 30ft x 6.25in diameter work piece capacity.

The Daihen Almega AX-V6 robotic welder has multiprocess capabilities. The new robotic welder features reduced cycle time, a full range of motion (6 axes) and vibration control that virtually eliminates vibration even when stopping at maximum speed.

Located in Houston Texas, Hunt and Hunt Ltd remains focused on "Cutting into the Future" and supplying customers with quality through state-of-the-art equipment and well trained employees. They maintain an aggressive Research and Development program with a steadfast dedication to advancement in machining methods and total customer service.

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Ask Filter Man's Greatest Hits--Check Out This Growing List of Ask Filter Man's Most Popular Industrial Filter Articles

A printing inks manufacturer changed from pressurized bag filters to automatic self cleaning filters. This change provided environmentally sound filtration while improving the ink’s overall quality.

(PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Progressive Ink manufactures printing inks for flexible packaging, such as snack packaging, milk cartons and bread bags. In the St. Louis, Missouri manufacturing facility, pressurized bag filters used in the fill area were generating a lot of waste. During a batch run, up to twenty filter bags were replaced and thrown away.

Progressive Ink was concerned about the large amounts of waste generated and its effect on the environment. There were other problems too. Occasionally, a bag would rupture and contaminate the ink being processed for shipping. Progressive Ink also experienced variations in the filtering performance of the bags.

Ronningen-Petter's Solution:
With few solutions available on the market, Progressive Ink had trouble finding a filter that could filter tight enough to meet the industry requirements of at least 75 micron retention. Their extensive search ended with the Ronningen-Petter Mechanically-Cleaned DCF filter --- which offered filtration capabilities well beyond the industry standard.

The company installed a DCF-800 filter that filters to 50 micron. It is equipped with pneumatic timers, Teflon®‚ seals, a pneumatic actuator used to move the disc and clean the screen and a purge valve actuator that, when activated, rids the housing of collected debris.

Operation of the DCF is easy, and it features a stainless steel pressure-rated housing. The DCF's filtering screen is specially machined so material will not get wedged into the media surface.

Results:
The DCF filter's specially machined filtering screen offers concise and consistent particle retention, so Progressive Ink no longer suffers from variations in filtering performance. And, Progressive Ink is able to reprocess its collected waste.

Waste collected by the Ronningen-Petter DCF filter is highly concentrated, so that overall purge volume is extremely small. The small amounts of waste collected in the DCF purge chamber are transferred back to the premix tank. Reprocessing rather than disposing of collected waste saves disposal costs and reduces product loss.

Progressive Ink is also very pleased with the consistently low differential pressure the DCF filter maintains, and the even throughput levels it provides to the fill line.

Conclusion:
The Ronningen-Petter DCF filter provides environmentally sound filtration while improving the ink's overall quality. Frank Davis, maintenance superintendent at Progressive Ink said, "We plan to replace all of our bags with DCF filters."

Teflon® is a registered trademark of E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company

by Ask Filter Man

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

If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of Ronningen-Petter's highly-trained Applications Specialists, please contact us at http://www.ronningen-petter.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us-AFM-Printing-Inks.asp.

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Packaging Machinery Manufacturer's Institute Predicts Increase in Packaging Machinery Expenditures in Six of Eight Industrial Sectors

The packaging equipment industry is heating up, as the Packaging Machinery Manufacturer's Institute predicts an increase in packaging machinery expenditures in six of eight industrial sectors and an estimated $5.5 billion dollar growth in machine expenditures.

Chicago (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- The packaging equipment industry is heating up, as the Packaging Machinery Manufacturer's Institute predicts an increase in packaging machinery expenditures in six of eight industrial sectors and an estimated $5.5 billion dollar growth in machine expenditures. Nowhere is this more evident than the show floor of the upcoming PackExpo, the largest packaging and processing event in the Western Hemisphere. This is where the packaging and process equipment manufacturers come to show off their latest equipment and machinery offerings.

The king of the hill in this industry is the Frain Group (www.FrainGroup.com), which is the largest used packaging and processing equipment dealer in North America and over ten times larger than their nearest competitor. While The Frain Group will host a display booth at the PackExpo, where they really shine is back at their cavernous warehouses that hold over 7,000 machines; in stock and ready to ship. The seemingly endless rows of packaging and processing machinery features used equipment from hundreds of manufacturers, with categories as diverse as grinder equipment to used heat exchanger equipment. In addition to the machines already on location, the Frain Group also has access to over 30,000 pieces of packaging and processing equipment in their extensive database.

The Frain Group has 88 different categories of equipment listed on their website, available for purchase to immediately save time, costs and minimize the potential risks of any packaging or processing project. The sheer size of the Frain Group allows them to provide unrivaled in-house expertise. Frain Group employees have over 250 years of combined experience working with customers to meet their individual packaging and processing machinery needs, and are completely dedicated to bringing success to all packaging and processing projects. The Frain staff of process engineers, packaging engineers, redeployment engineers and account managers is committed to maximizing business potential, and the Frain Group even has an asset management program that allows clients to capitalize on idle, on-site machinery. A visit to the Frain Group website at http://www.FrainGroup.com/sitemap.php is the first step to determine where Frain can help with any packaging and processing equipment needs.

The Frain Group website showcases an inventory ranging from 2 head seamers, band sealer bag, volumetric filler powder, and asset management equipment to vacuum feeders and hot stamp coders. The new Frain Group sitemap (http://www.FrainGroup.com/sitemap.php) gives a bird’s eye view and is a great place from which to begin any packaging equipment search. Perhaps there is a need for an inline blister, totes bin, bosch cartoner, used laboratory machine or piece of colloid mill equipment. Maybe a piston filler can, disc counter, used still machine, used meat equipment, case depalletizer, gable top form fill or centrifical pump will accomplish a company’s needs. The Frain Group website features a constantly growing document library that is a virtual treasure chest of information about used processing machinery and used packaging equipment, such as rotary blisters, used single screw extruder, taper sealer cases, electric kettles, slat counters, cutter slicer machines and countless other types of packaging and processing equipment and machinery. The Frain Group has a variety of attractive financing options available that allow customers to buy, borrow or lease equipment, and offers a one stop shop for virtually any used packaging and processing equipment needs.

The Frain Group website contains a wealth of information on their extensive inventory, whether it’s a used coder machine or a used roller mill, a used linear scale or a used gear head motor. The Frain Group will host Booth #N-3222 at the PackExpo in Chicago, Illinois between October 29 and November 2, 2006, and is also offering a shuttle bus from the PackExpo to their Open House, located at their 1,560,000 square foot campus, only a half hour away from the PackExpo. The quick ride to the Frain Campus is well worth it: the Frain Group site houses 1,565,000 square feet compared to the 1,545,000 of the PackExpo itself. The machinery at The Frain Group is safely stored in their vast, temperature controlled warehouse.

To shop equipment ranging from an attrition mill, a tunnel freezer or checkweigher equipment to a single motion kettle or x-ray metal detector, visit www.fraingroup.com. Visitors can now follow the links to register for the PackExpo free of charge as The Frain Group's guests, as well as to reserve a seat on the shuttle bus to the Frain Group's Open House.

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25 Years Supplying the Nutrition Industry With Good Health

Nebraska Cultures, a pioneer and leader in the nutritional supplement industry, continues the year-long celebration of their 25th anniversary.

Walnut Creek, CA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Nebraska Cultures, a pioneer and leader in the nutritional supplement industry, continues the year-long celebration of their 25th anniversary.

In 1981, Dr. Khem Shahani founded Nebraska Cultures, a company dedicated to cultivating and distributing premium probiotic raw materials to America’s foremost supplement manufacturers. Through innovative processes and pioneering research, Nebraska Cultures has become a true leader in the industry. “Very few companies in the nutrition industry can boast of this quarter century milestone,” said Don McKenzie, Marketing Consultant for Nebraska Cultures.

One of the venues for the 25th anniversary celebration is the SupplySide West trade show in Las Vegas. SupplySide West is the primary show for manufacturers and research scientists that are seeking innovative and cutting edge raw materials for use in food fortification and nutritional supplements. Nebraska Cultures’ booth (#6087) will feature scientific literature demonstrating their commitment to the ever-changing world of nutrition and probiotics. The booth will also display samples from various manufacturers that have incorporated the proprietary Dr. Shahani’s® line of probiotic raw ingredients, specializing in the DDS-1 strain of L. acidophilus, in their products. Michael Shahani, Director of Operations and son of founder Khem Shahani reported, “All those that stop by the booth will receive a special anniversary gift as an appreciation to the many individuals and companies that have put their faith in the Nebraska Cultures company over the years.”

Nebraska Cultures' year-long celebration started in December of 2005 with the development of an impartial consumer education program. The program is designed to provide unbiased information as to the value of probiotics and their profound effect on the consumer’s health. The program includes the dissemination of fact sheets through health and nutrition retail stores along with a formidable commitment to the development of a web-based consumer information site www.TheRightProbiotic.com

Visit Nebraska Cultures at Booth #6087 at SupplySide West, Las Vegas, October 19-20, and also at the Pharmachem/American Ingredients Booth #4013, North American Sales Distribution partner for Nebraska Cultures and the Dr. Shahani’s brand of probiotic ingredients.

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Before You Invest Unnecessary Time and Money Exploring the Possibilities of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Check With the Experts at RFID, Ltd

RFID, Ltd. -- helping public and private sectors embrace the future of RFID technology. We have launched a new informational website (http://www.rfid.us) and would like to announce it, as well as new information about RFID technology.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- RFID, Ltd. has launched a new informational website (http://www.rfid.us) and would like to announce it, as well as new information about RFID technology.

Before you invest unnecessary time and money exploring the possibilities of radio frequency identification (RFID), check with the experts at RFID, Ltd. Whether you're in the air industry, consumer goods and retail, healthcare/pharmaceuticals, military, Smart cards/tickets or Ubiquitous Sensor Networks (USN), RFID, Ltd. is an independent systems integrator, specializing in radio frequency identification (RFID), focusing on compliance case studies, implementation and value-added scalability solutions for small-to-medium sized suppliers.

Entering today's global economy, businesses must face and resolve increasingly complex issues with compliance, collaboration, communications and competition. RFID, Ltd. provides the end-to-end visibility needed for goods and assets to move through the supply chain, as well as the identification and authorization needed to keep services efficient and security high.

RFID, Ltd. has over 50 years of technology and supply chain experience, with emphasis on knowing the business objectives and strategic direction of small-to-medium sized DoD and Wal-Mart suppliers. Management executives offer brand name exposure over the private and public sectors in businesses such as Dell, Alcoa, Coca-Cola, DIRECTV, Verizon, Department of Defense and Congressional advisory services. RFID, Ltd. is SBA HUBZone certified and listed with the Department of Defense as a vendor of choice.

RFID, Ltd.'s Black Box RFID (TM) solution provides everything needed to comply with an RFID mandate including hardware, software, middleware, implementation and knowledge transfer. Integrating and enhancing business systems, whether it's SAP, Glovia, Oracle or another Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, an EPC-compliant solution is fully delivered for RFID mandate compliance needs.

In July 2005, RFID, Ltd. acquired Packaged RFID, Inc., which develops RFID technology for retail and defense sectors, with a focus on RFID integration for small to medium-sized retail and government suppliers that are required to comply with U.S. Government and Retailer mandates. Packaged RFID is a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.

For information: Jonas Olmstead or
Contact: http://rfid.us/contact.html
Phone: 303-663-9519
Website: http://rfid.us

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Legere Solutions Announces Formation of Strategic Partnership with Inov8 Design to Provide Processes Applications for Industrial Device Development and Technologies

In step with manufacturing protocols and product security, the two closely held companies both based in Concord Massachusetts have partnered to deliver product development and security management for the medical device industry.

(PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Legere Solutions, Inc., a company that specializes in public relations and marketing for advanced manufacturing technology industries today announced its strategic partnership with Inov8 Design, an industrial design firm in the medical device technology and defense industries.

Inov8 Design Managing Partner Daniel Jones said, “It didn’t take us long to recognize that the multi-faceted views Legere offers is precisely what we need to give this initiative momentum. After one meeting, they knew exactly how we could position ourselves in this small, yet burgeoning market. For us, it was an obvious next step to partner with Legere Solutions.”

Jones continued, “We’ve come to realize that being patent-holders alone is not enough for us to gain recognition and new clients. That’s where Legere’s public relations and journalism experience can make an enormous difference for us, in terms of both exposure and opening new opportunities for our work.”

Legere Solutions President and CEO Anne Hardy said, “With Inov8 Design, we knew going in that a significant portion of small-to-med sized operations lack a protocol, process for product development and security and these are companies that are a solid match for the expertise and skills that Inov8 Design delivers. Legere has a background working with high-tech industries in a number of capacities, and so both Daniel and I saw this as an opportunity for us to work together and get involved in an area of new growth, one that would serve both companies equally well.”

Regarding the specifics, both parties said that they are developing advisory and learning programs for companies in the biotech and precision-manufacturing communities, that expect to launch before December 2006. Additional inquires have generated interest in exploring opportunities with the Massachusetts Economic Development Agency and the Department of Homeland Defense to provide for similar programs.

About Legere Solutions, Inc.

Legere Solutions, Inc. based in Concord, Massachusetts is a Public Relations and Marketing Communications Agency. Legere provides comprehensive business solutions to help companies achieve significant improvement in their marketing performance. Legere Solutions focuses on identifying and leveraging marketplace opportunities for clients, drawing upon its experience in business development, marketing, media and government public affairs to deliver client satisfaction.

Corporate Contact
Anne Hardy
Legere Solutions

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TwinEngines, Inc. to present at Microsoft’s Customer Briefing Event--Value Chain Optimization specialist Adds Expertise

TwinEngines, Inc., a specialist in Value Chain Optimization for small and mid-market manufactures in the Southeast, has been invited to present at the “Leveraging Programs, Resources and Technology to Grow Your Business in the State of Georgia Event.

Atlanta (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- TwinEngines, Inc., a specialist in Value Chain Optimization for small and mid-market manufactures in the Southeast, has been invited to present at the “Leveraging Programs, Resources and Technology to Grow Your Business in the State of Georgia Event. The event is being sponsored by Microsoft and will take place in Atlanta at the Georgia Tech-Technology Square Research Building on September 26, 2006.

This half day event will focus on exploring the various State and Government programs and resources available to give companies an edge in today’s competitive market. Also on the agenda will be discussions on how to leverage technology as an enabler to provide better insights into business health and make your company more productive, informed and profitable. The morning will focus on broad industry programs, resources and innovations in technology that span all industries. The afternoon will include industry leaders speaking about trends and best practices in Distribution, Professional Services and Manufacturing.

“We are excited that TwinEngines is participating in this event. We have chosen TwinEngines to present at Microsoft led events in the past and the audience feedback shows they have always provided valuable insight and information,” said Katherine Cxypoliski, Partner Account Manager of Microsoft Corporation.

“We are committed to leveraging Microsoft solutions to address the known business issues of manufacturers and look forward to sharing past success stories with event participants.” said Mark Munson, Vice President of Business Development of TwinEngines.

For additional information and to register for this event visit: www.clicktoattend.com

About TwinEngines
TwinEngines specializes in Value Chain Optimization solutions for manufacturing. The company provides strategic consulting and tactical solutions to help small to midmarket Southeastern manufacturing firms to address absolute business necessities or to realize a return on investment with in 12 months. TwinEngines synchronizes the flow of information throughout the enterprise through our unique Knowledge Logistics Methodology. For more information about how TwinEngines helps manufacturing companies to increase productivity, efficiency and competitive advantage, please visit www.twinengines.com.

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New Serialized Key Control Product from DORMA Offers Unprecedented Flexibility, Web-based Tracking

To dramatically simplify the process of tracking and ordering keys -- without compromising security or key control -- DORMA Architectural Hardware ( www.dorma-usa.com ) has developed a new Serialized Key Control (SKC) concept that creates key control through a national network of authorized key makers using a web-based tracking system.

Reamstown, PA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- To dramatically simplify the process of tracking and ordering keys – without compromising security or key control – DORMA Architectural Hardware ( www.dorma-usa.com ) has developed a new Serialized Key Control (SKC) concept that creates key control through a national network of authorized key makers using a web-based tracking system.

The innovative SKC program uses keys that are laser engraved with unique serial numbers, allowing DORMA-approved hardware distributors and key makers to stock key blanks and cylinders. This approach provides the opportunity to support both factory and locally keyed projects.

The secure, web-based tracking tool provides a historical record of the keys issued to each company. Dealers and locksmiths verify end user authorization at the secure site. End users and factory authorized key makers can track their key duplication history without sending any personal information or key bittings over the Internet.

The SKC program uses a seven-pin cylinder rather than a six-pin cylinder, providing greater keying capacity for the end user. The DORMA seven-pin cylinder fits in the footprint of a conventional six-pin cylinder.

DORMA SKC cylinders are available in rim, mortise, key-in-knob/lever, and small format interchangeable core configurations. The SKC product allows interkeying of conventional cylinder and interchangeable cores, and can be used in DORMA’s complete line of grade one and two locksets as well as retrofitting Schlage and Best products.

For more information on DORMA’s Serialized Key Control program, call DORMA at (800) 523-8483 or visit www.dorma-usa.com .

About DORMA Group North America

Comprising of DORMA Architectural Hardware, DORMA Automatics, DORMA Glas, DORMA Canada, DORMA Mexico, Modernfold, Carolina Door Controls and Crane Revolving Doors, DORMA Group North America provides a wide range of products for the architectural openings industry with a particular focus on commercial and institutional openings. DORMA Group North America is part of The DORMA Group worldwide, the world’s largest manufacturer of door controls and operable partitions and a global leader in automatic doors.

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Kidde Fire Systems Recognized by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for Reducing Emissions of Greenhouse Gases

Ashland, MA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Kidde Fire Systems, a worldwide leader in the manufacture of fire detection and suppression systems, was recently commended by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its participation in the Voluntary Industry Code of Practice to Reduce Emissions of HFC & PFC Fire Suppression Agents (VCOP). HFCs & PFCs are chemicals used in fire suppression equipment, such as fire extinguishers, that have some environmental impact.

“Kidde Fire Systems is committed to developing the safest, most environmentally friendly agents for our clients,” said John Sullivan, President, Kidde Fire Systems. “We are proud to be acknowledged by the EPA for our environmental efforts.”

The EPA explains that the program was launched in March 2003 as a voluntary industry-led initiative to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases used in the fire protection sector. The VCOP partnership now includes 22 corporate partners, including Kidde Fire Systems, working to document and reduce emissions in their products. The group successfully launched the HFC Emissions Estimating Program (HEEP), with the aim of quantifying the reductions achieved through the VCOP program. The HEEP data provided by these companies is important to the EPA’s reports on global climate stability.

“In addition to working with the EPA, we continue to pursue our goal of environmental stewardship by developing new clean agent systems, such as the Kidde Engineered Fire Suppression Systems designed for use with 3M Novec 1230 Fire Protection Fluid,” says Sullivan. “This product presents distinct environmental benefits including a zero Ozone Depletion Potential and the lowest Global Warming Potential of any chemical based clean agent.”

About Kidde Fire Systems
Headquartered in Ashland, Mass., Kidde Fire Systems is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of fire safety detection, prevention, and protection systems. Established as Walter Kidde in 1917, Kidde Fire Systems has a long history of providing custom engineered fire protection solutions across a wide range of industries including, industrial, manufacturing, military, commercial cooking, marine, mining, off-road, and more. Kidde Fire Systems is a division of Kidde-Fenwal Inc. Kidde Fire Systems and Kidde-Fenwal are part of UTC Fire & Security, a Division of United Technologies Corporation. To obtain a free copy of the Kidde Fire Systems Protect Spec CD, call 1-800-872-6527 ext. 2394 or visit the Kidde Fire Systems Web site at www.kiddefiresystems.com.

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Alleviating Touchscreen Frustrations a Touchscreen That Comes Alive

StacoSwitch, a southern California manufacturing company, is trying to eliminate the frustration and confusion that come with using touchscreens by introducing tactile feedback touchscreen technology from Immersion Corporation. The major weakness in traditional touchscreen technology is the lack of tactile feedback. Users are left wondering, “How can I be sure my input was accepted by the system?” By using tactile feedback, the touchscreen offers the perception of touching physical buttons or switches. When a user makes a selection, they feel an actual response to their input.

Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- As technology continues to inundate our everyday lives, self-service kiosks with touchscreens have become the norm. Consumers can expect to find touchscreens in banks, restaurants, casinos, post offices, airports, and libraries.

The principle behind the touchscreen kiosk is to offer customers a level of convenience by alleviating long lines and providing faster service. Yet more often than not, kiosks are frustrating, confusing, and less than helpful. The result is either customers end up waiting in line or raising their hand for assistance.

StacoSwitch, a southern California manufacturing company, is trying to eliminate the frustration and confusion that come with using touchscreens by introducing tactile feedback touchscreen technology from Immersion Corporation. The major weakness in traditional touchscreen technology is the lack of tactile feedback. Users are left wondering, “How can I be sure my input was accepted by the system?” By using tactile feedback, the touchscreen offers the perception of touching physical buttons or switches. When a user makes a selection, they feel an actual response to their input.

Why tactile feedback?
Just as “black and white” silent movies evolved to include High-Definition color with Surround Sound, touchscreen displays can be transformed into a much more pleasurable and intuitive interface. Adding tactile feedback to a flat, hard screen moves the user to the next generation of ergonomic efficiency.

Applications
Industries such as aerospace, entertainment, industrial, automotive, communications, computing, medical, and retail will benefit by replacing conventional touchscreens with tactile touchscreens. Kevin Judd, vice president of Marketing for StacoSwitch said, "One of the single greatest barriers to the full adoption of touchscreens in many applications has been the lack of positive feedback," he said. "Many of the military applications we work with require operators to multitask in high-stress situations, and the operators need the positive touch feedback to know they have completed the activation of a system or function without diverting their attention fully to a screen to watch for visual cues. Sound is often not an option, since the environments are generally noisy or the operator is wearing a helmet which filters out the sound."

StacoSwitch is on the leading edge of the tactile feedback revolution with expertise in cost-reduction, miniaturizing, integrating, and porting this technology to different environments. The technology can be applied to all types of touchscreens, including capacitive, resistive (4-, 5-, and 8- wire), surface acoustic wave, and infrared.

About StacoSwitch:
Based in Southern California, StacoSwitch has been a leading provider of Lighted Pushbutton Display Switches and Indicators, Rugged Keyboards and Keypads, and Lighting and Switching Electronic Controllers worldwide for over 45 years. Additionally, StacoSwitch offers LED Products, Digital Pulse Dimmers, and Tactile Feedback Touchscreen Solutions. StacoSwitch serves a variety of markets including U.S. military, law enforcement, industrial, medical, and first responder industries. These markets require products able to withstand extreme environments and repetitive wear conditions. StacoSwitch is a leader with field-proven experience in these demanding, rapidly-growing global markets. For specific inquiries or any additional questions about StacoSwitch products, please contact us: Ph 714.549.3041, Fax 714.549.0930, web site www.stacoswitch.com, www.policekeyboards.com, shop.stacoswitch.com, www.tactiletouchscreens.com.

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View Short Company Profiles for Leading Mattress Distributors and Manufactures

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42345) has announced the addition of “The World Mattress Industry 2006” to their offering.

Dublin (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42345) has announced the addition of “The World Mattress Industry 2006” to their offering.

This report offers a comprehensive picture of the world mattress industry, providing trends in mattresses production and consumption, imports and exports and product type.

A breakdown of mattress production by material (foam mattresses, latex mattresses, spring mattresses, mattresses in other materials) is available for selected countries.

For each country imports and exports of mattresses are broken down by country and geographical area.

The analysis of mattress distribution channels is available for selected countries, and covers: mattress specialists and bedroom furniture stores, furniture retailers and furniture chains, department stores and hypermarkets, DIY, mail order, TV sales.

Short profiles of the main mattress manufacturers and distributors are provided. Data on leading sector companies, with turnover and product type, are available for selected countries.

Addresses of about 370 mattress manufacturers and distributors are also included.

Products covered include: mattresses, foam mattresses, latex mattresses, spring mattresses, mattresses in other materials, sommiers.

Countries covered: the seven major industrial Countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States) plus Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, Denmark, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.

This report is based on the author's original research, undertaken by the author's team of in-house researchers. Sources include: personal and telephone interviews, trade magazines, trade associations, company annual reports, product brochures, directories, author's databases, official statistical sources.

PART I: The world mattress industry: production, consumption and international trade

Topics Include:

World mattress consumption and imports
Mattresses consumption and imports, population, total and per capita GNP in 20 major markets
Mattresses consumption in 10 major markets, trend 1998-2005
The opening of mattress markets over the past 8 years, 6 major countries
World mattress trade. Destination of exports
World mattress trade. Origin of imports

PART II: The world mattress industry: country analysis

Topics Include:

Country analysis
Seven major mattress industrial countries: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States
Other main manufacturing countries: Austria, Belgium, Brazil, China, Denmark, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
Country data include
Mattress sector basic data: production, consumption, imports, exports
Economic indicators, mattresses consumption forecasts, main mattress trading partners
Short company profiles for mattress distributors and manufactures

PART III: Major mattress manufacturers: company profiles

Information on each mattress manufacturing company include:
- address, telephone, fax, website
- controlled companies, subsidiaries, brands
- company profile: company background, turnover, product breakdown, employees and production facilities, divisions, exports and outlet markets, distribution network and commercial strategies, investments and company strategies, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures

Companies Mentioned Include:

1-800-Mattress, Abra SA, Ataflex Optima Baboflex Srl, Auping Koninklijke BV, Benoist, Bohus AS, Castor Mattress Ltd, Colchoneria Aguilas, Dormiente GmbH, Drømmeland, Eastborn Slaapsystemen BV, Ebac Literie, Esperides Nottinblu, Far East Foam Industries, Fritz Nauer, Garme colchones sl, Grupo Gigante México, Harrison Beds, Hasena AG, Hubei Lianle Bedding Mattress Group Co Ltd, Imaflex Srl Somnium, International Bedding Corporation IBC, Jensen Møbler AS, Jysk AS, Kika/Leiner Gruppe, Kinnabädden AB, La Compagnie du Lit, LSK Lee Swee Kiat Holdings, Massaflex, Meblarska Spoldzielnia Pracy, Nachtwacht, Norma Boxmeer, Ortobom, Otsuka Kagu Ltd, Perfecta Beds, Powerfoam Industries Sdn Bhd, Recticel, Rummel Matratzen GmbH, Scandi Sleep AS, Super Colchones, The Mattress Firm, Tibro Bädden AB, Ubica Slaapcomfort, Van Landschoot, ViSpring Ltd, Wansern Foam Industry Sdn Bhd, Wifor, Xilinmen Group Co Ltd, Yamashin Inc, Zhejiang Huaweimei Group Co Ltd.

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42345

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

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Examine Company Profiles of 50 Major Appliance Manufacturers Worldwide

Dublin (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42347) has announced the addition of “Profiles of 50 Major Appliance Manufacturers Worldwide” to their offering.

This exclusive report ranks 50 appliances manufacturers selected according to their volume of sales. The total production of the analysed companies is worth almost EUR 350 billion, around EUR 100 billion regards the type of appliances considered in this report: refrigerators and freezers, washers and driers, dishwashers, hoods, cooking appliances, microwave ovens, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners.

The analysed appliances companies are headquartered in 14 countries across Europe (Germany, Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom), Asia (China, India, Japan, South Korea), the United States and New Zealand.

Basic data on the 50 appliances manufacturers (estimated turnover and share of total production of the considered companies) are summarized in table format and broken down by geographical area (Europe, Middle East and North Africa; North America; Asia and Oceania). Number of employees as well as number and value of appliance units are also put together in summarising tables.

Company profiles are available for each of the 50 appliances manufacturer, with information on company background, turnover, type of appliances and product breakdown, employees and production facilities, divisions, controlled companies and subsidiaries, brands, exports and outlet markets, financial data where available, brands and recent facts.

Each profile contains full the company address and addresses of branches, including telephone, fax, website, email, Stock symbol (where appropriate), CEO and/or Chairman.

Among the considered products: household appliances, built-in appliances, refrigerators, freezers, clothes washers (washing machines), driers, dishwashers, hoods, cooking appliances (hobs and ovens), microwaves, air conditioners, vacuum cleaners.

Countries covered: China, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Key Topics Covered Include:

Research field and working tools
Data on 50 major appliance manufacturers:
- total turnover, revenues from sales of appliances, share of appliances on total revenues, employees
- total employment and turnover per employee
- estimated units number and value per appliance unit
Ranking of major appliance companies according to:
- revenues from the appliances business segments
- estimated revenues from sales in Europe, Middle East and North Africa
- estimated revenues from sales in America
- estimated revenues from sales in Asia and Oceania

50 major appliance manufactures worldwide: company profiles
Information on each appliance manufacturing company include:
- address, telephone, fax, website, email
- core business
- chairman, CEO
- trading stock exchange, stock symbol (where appropriate)
- company profile: background, turnover, type of appliances and product breakdown, employees and production facilities, divisions, controlled companies and subsidiaries, brands, exports and outlet markets, financial data where available, brands and recent facts
- addresses of headquarter and branches

Companies Mentioned Include:

Aga Foodservice Group, Amica Wronki, Antonio Merloni, Arçelik, Aucma (Qingdao Aucma), BPL Limited, BSH (Bosch Und Siemens Hausgeräte), Candy, Chunlan Group, Dacor (Distinctive Appliance Corporation), Daewoo Electronics, De Longhi, Electrolux, Elica, Enodis, Fagor Electrodomésticos, Fedders, Fisher & Paykel, Franke (And Faber Group), Galanz, General Electric (Appliances), Godrej, Gorenje Group, Gree (Gree Electric Appliances), Greencool, Haier (Qingdao Haier), Hefei Meiling, Hisense, Hitachi, Indesit Company, Kelon Group, Kitchen Appliances India (of Videocon Industries), LG (LG Electronics), Liebherr, Matsushita Electric Industrial Panasonic, Maytag, Midea Group, Miele, Nortek Holdings (Broan-Nutone Best Et Alt), Samsung Electronics, Sanyo Electric, Sharp, Smeg, Sub Zero Wolf Appliances, Thermador, Vestel (Vestel Elektronik), Videocon Industries, Viking Range Corporation, Voltas Limited, Whirlpool, Wuxi Little Swan (of SVT Group)

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42347

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

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New International Machine Tools Directory and Buying Guide Available Online

Worldwide Industrial Marketplace launches new Machine Tools Directory to help companies locate manufacturers and distributors of machine parts, tools and equipment worldwide.

Westboro, MA (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- The online industrial supply directory, Worldwide Industrial Marketplace, an affiliate of the Industrial Network, announced today the release of new machine tools directory designed for international industrial buyers.

The directory is a vertical and keyword searchable buying guide to locate a wide range of machine tools directly from manufacturers, wholesalers, exporters and dealers in the United States, Canada, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, China, India and many other countries.

Machine tool offerings available in the directory include, but is not limited to rollers, turrets, forming equipment, drills and bits, milling equipment, cutters, chucks, heads, end mills, powdered equipment, jigs, quills, punches, spindles, probes, casters, burrs, chasers, broaches, CNC equipment, collets, machine tool bars, collars, boring equipment.

Other machine tools include counter-bores, mandrels, cores, arbors, lathes, blades, spindles, tooling and turning equipment, knives, shears, presses, countersinks, safety guards and rails, generators, machine motors, belts, generators and electrical parts, corks, wiring, sheet metal, used, rebuilt machine tools and accessories.

Users can access the directory at, www.WorldwideIndustrialMarketplace.com/directory/machine_tools.html

The directory also includes an extensive selection of industrial machine parts such as brushes, diaphragms, buffers, frames, drivers, impellers, covers, glides, electrodes, injectors, cylinders, flanges, boosters, needles, fixtures, cups, nozzles, adapters, inserts, aerators, mounts, adjusters, joints, bearings, aligners, cams, agitators and other machine parts.

"Our new machine tools directory is easy to browse and there are no registration requirements, users can post and explore machine tool offerings at no charge," says Frank Wallace, Business Director of Worldwide Industrial Marketplace.

According to Wallace, users can also submit global RFQ's (request-for-quotes) directly to machine tool suppliers through the company's online forum.

Wallace added, "It's always a good idea to get several price quotes and proposals from multiple suppliers before you decide to make a purchase. Our forum allows you to do that in a matter of minutes rather than days, saving you some serious time and resources."

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

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iXsystems Announces Technology Partnership with Makena Technologies

iXsystems Provides Makena with Enterprise-Class Hardware Solutions

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- iXsystems announced today that it is partnering with Makena Technologies to provide robust server hardware solutions that power Makena’s applications. Makena is the parent company of There.com, one of the largest 3D social virtual worlds on the Internet with 500,000 registered users.

iXsystems is focused on providing leading-edge server solutions that power sophisticated technological innovations such as those created by There.com. iXsystems delivers an enterprise-class server hardware solution that is fully compatible with the open source platform Makena deploys their applications on. iXsystems’ technical expertise will ensure its ability to meet the challenges of Makena’s technology requirements well into the future.

"Makena Technologies is excited to have formed a partnership with iXsystems for our server technologies. iXsystems supports us with knowledgeable sales and technical support, and the willingness and ability to work with us on the creation of custom solutions to lower cost and meet our specific needs on a fast-paced schedule," said Michael Wilson, CEO of Makena Technologies.

Successful partnerships with innovators like Makena are one of the keys to iXsystems’ sustained leadership in the server industry. "We are pleased that Makena is choosing iXsystems to provide the underlying server infrastructure for its groundbreaking technologies and look forward to continuing our successful partnership with them in the future," said Michael Lauth, CEO of iXsystems.

About iXsystems

iXsystems is a leading provider of high-performance computing clusters, blade servers, rackmount servers, and storage solutions to the global marketplace. iXsystems supplies FreeBSD, NetBSD, OpenBSD and Linux servers to a wide cross-section of industries. The company is headquartered in San Jose, CA. For more information, visit http://www.ixsystems.com.

About Makena Technologies

Makena Technologies is the parent company of There.com, a fully interactive 3D online social network where members can hang out with friends, get involved in There-sponsored events ranging from paintball to fashion shows, create their own events, build and decorate a virtual home, and participate in building the community. The company has offices in San Mateo, CA and Laguna Beach, CA. For more information, visit http://www.there.com.

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4 Star Electronics Adds Inventory Sub-Domain on Web Site for Better Navigation Through Vast Supply of Obsolete Electronic Components

Now find millions of obsolete semiconductors, integrated circuits and all types of hard-to-find electronic components in extensive online inventory catalog at Inventory.4StarElectronics.com

San Clemente, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- 4 Star Electronics, a leading independent obsolete electronic component distributor, has added an inventory sub-domain to their website for complete online user access to millions of obsolete electronic components. Utilizing a worldwide network of manufacturers, 4 Star Electronics acquires hard-to-find electronic parts no longer in production and sells them to a broad group of customers ranging from basic repair shops to the military and government.

At the inventory sub-domain, allocated, obsolete and hard-to-find electronic components can be searched efficiently by the component’s exact part number. 4 Star Electronics’ online catalog contains millions of parts and each part can be price quoted by knowledgeable salespeople. As a competitive electronic component supplier, 4 Star Electronics not only stocks excess inventory but also performs extensive part searches on demand. If parts are not located via the online catalog, the team at 4 Star Electronics does a comprehensive search via OEMs and CMs for the requested part. Some of the top-selling manufacturers 4 Star Electronics buys from include Motorola, National Semiconductor, AMP, Texas Instruments, Phillips, Analog Devices, Maxim, AMD, ITT Cannon and Potter & Brumfield.

The strategic buyers at 4 Star Electronics have built a vast obsolete electronic component inventory by buying in excess from OEMs and CMs throughout the world. This excess inventory program serves both manufacturer and customer to the best advantage using consignment and lot buy methods, making 4 Star Electronics a valuable partner in the supply chain for companies worldwide. 4 Star Electronics’ inventory is stocked in an ESD/ISO compliant warehouse and is shipped in ESD packaging. Components in storage include integrated circuits, military transistors, mi-spec relays, semiconductors, flash memory, resistors, capacitors, switches, displays, diodes, microcontollers, DSPs, EPROMs, SRAM, DRAM, connectors, CPUs, hard drives and military components.

Because of a surplus of parts, 4 Star Electronics can ship orders quickly. On-demand orders can also be found and shipped promptly. With 30 years of combined experience in locating and distributing hard-to-find, obsolete and allocated electronic components, 4 Star Electronics can meet the needs of almost any customer in any country in the world.

About 4 Star Electronics:
As the leading independent electronics distributor of obsolete, hard-to-find and allocated electronic components, 4 Star Electronics always strives to provide its customers with the best service and lowest prices in the industry. By maintaining an extensive network of domestic and international suppliers, OEM inventories, and an onsite warehouse fully stocked with millions of parts, 4 Star Electronics has the resources and expertise to locate and ship any electronic component to any location in the world. 4 Star Electronics also offers an excess inventory buy-back or consignment program for companies looking to liquidate surplus inventory from overstock or previous jobs. For the fourth year in a row, 4 Star Electronics has been named one of the top 100 fastest growing small businesses in America.

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Designer Barclay Butera Signs with Kravet Inc. for Line of Textiles and Trims; Butera Also Signs Separate Lifestyle Licensing Program with Stone America LLC

Prominent furnishings and lifestyle designer Barclay Butera, known especially for his blending of color and texture to create casually elegant living, has entered into an exclusive agreement with the prestigious Kravet Collections, a division of Kravet Inc. Butera will work with Kravet to develop a line of textiles and trims to be released in 2008. The Kravet Collections line will focus on the designer’s appeal to a broad clientèle through his commitment to color, texture and detail, all of which help to define his brand of lifestyle, and which will complement and ad depth to Kravet’s existing line of influential collections and licensees, which include Barbara Barry and Joseph Abboud.

LOS ANGELES, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Prominent furnishings and lifestyle designer Barclay Butera, known especially for his blending of color and texture to create casually elegant living, has entered into an exclusive agreement with the prestigious Kravet Collections, a division of Kravet Inc. Butera will work with Kravet to develop a line of textiles and trims to be released in 2008.

The Kravet Collections line will focus on the designer’s appeal to a broad clientèle through his commitment to color, texture and detail, all of which help to define his brand of lifestyle, and which will complement and ad depth to Kravet’s existing line of influential collections and licensees, which include Barbara Barry and Joseph Abboud. Says Butera, "I’m very excited to be involved in such an incredible joint venture with a company and people that I’ve long admired. They have a very strong vision for their company and I look forward to being actively involved in the design and the creation of the collection."

"We are thrilled to have Barclay Butera bring his unique point of view and signature style through a new and exclusive collection of fabrics for Kravet," remarks Cary Kravet, President of Kravet Inc. "We believe that a noted and published designer like Barclay will be an inspiration to our customers and a welcomed addition to the varied licenses in the Kravet Collections division."

Since 1993, the designer has built a strong company and lifestyle brand based on his passion for living well and providing a lifestyle of luxury with comfort…a personal haven. His classic styling – both in his own furniture (Barclay Butera Home) and throughout his home designs – speaks of influence from European, American and Far East traditions. He adds to these ideas a modern twist to complete the transitional aesthetic that is uniquely Barclay Butera’s. He finds inspiration from fashion, travel, and film of all cultural periods. His special personal affinity for the quintessential mid-20th century American style of old Hollywood, emphasizes clean, classic, tailored lines and the importance of detail.

To take these ideas into a variety of directions beyond his line with Kravet Inc., Butera has also signed a deal with Stone America Licensing, LLC, one of the nation’s leading licensing and marketing firms. The newly launched licensing program will expand on the designer’s lifestyle brand by offering his designs for licensing to other major categories including furnishings, lighting, bedding, bath, home fragrance and fashion. Says Robert Stone, President of Stone America, "Barclay Butera is all about creating a beautifully elegant and livable environment and I am confident that the licensing community will respond to his vision by expanding on his leadership in home and lifestyle design."

Butera states, "Stone America is the perfect partner to take my designs to a wider domestic and international audience. They have an outstanding track record and a strong commitment to a focused program to expand my presence in the marketplace." The designer adds, "With both Kravet and Stone America’s support of my vision, their individual abilities to recognize new ideas, and their strengths in their respective industries, we will bring a whole new influence to the home furnishings and interior design industry."

About Barclay Butera
Barclay Butera, Inc. (BBI), Butera’s 13-year old corporation is based in Newport Beach, CA, and entails the Barclay Butera retail/to-the-trade collection showrooms in Newport Beach and Los Angeles, CA, and Park City, UT. Barclay Butera Home, Inc. (BBH) is home to both the Barclay Butera Home line, distributed through over 300 retailers nationwide, and to Barclay Butera Home retail and designer showrooms, including a location in Los Angeles’ Pacific Design Center and New York’s Design & Decoration Building. Butera designs and manufactures his products in Los Angeles, CA. (www.barclaybuterahome.com) He recently completed the grand entryway for House & Garden’s Hamptons Design Showhouse; the master suite for House Beautiful’s Miami Designer Showhouse; and his debut segment on NBC’s "Today Show." He has appeared in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Elle Décor, House Beautiful (Top 125 Designers), InStyle, Western Interior & Design, Elements of Living (Top 50 Designers) and many more shelter, trade, and other consumer publications.

About Kravet Inc.
Kravet is a fourth generation, privately held family business with headquarters in Bethpage, New York. The company offers the widest range of quality and fashion forward fabrics in the decorative fabrics industry, with designs that range from traditional to the newest in contemporary colors and patterns. In 1992, the company introduced Kravet Furniture, an ever-expanding division that already offers multiple upholstered and occasional furniture collections. Kravet celebrated their 88th year in 2006. The company continues to grow by focusing its efforts on licensing names which appropriately complement fabrics and trimmings as well as new ventures in upholstered furniture and furnishings such as carpets and lighting.

About Stone America Marketing
Stone America Licensing, one of the nation’s premier full-service licensing firms, specializes in enhancing brand equity for some of the world’s leading companies, individuals, trademarks and logos. Stone’s unique approach maximizes brand potential through total licensing and merchandising solutions that turn brand equity into profit centers for its clients, while upholding brand integrity. Stone America has extensive experience in branded trademark extension licensing and has been involved in licensing of many Fortune 100 brands. (www.stoneamerica.com)

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Cubic Zirconia Distributor Now Offering AAAAA Grade CZ Diamonds

PehnecGems offers a full range of cubic zirconia (CZ) diamonds, lab gems and synthetic gemstones at discount prices. A worldwide supplier since 1961, the company is pleased to announce that it is now distributing AAAAA quality cubic zirconia diamonds.

(PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- PehnecGems , a worldwide supplier of cubic zirconia (CZ) diamonds, lab gems and synthetic gemstones, is pleased to announce that the company is now distributing high quality AAAAA grade cubic zirconia diamonds to domestic and international markets.

This exclusive product of PehnecGems is loupe clean, brilliant cut and more beautiful than many diamonds. Due to a complex manufacturing formula and a shortage of highly skilled labor, there is no mass production. Medium orders may be scheduled.

Cubic zirconia is so optically close to a diamond that only a trained eye can differentiate between the two. There are a few key features of CZ which distinguish it from a diamond, some observable only under the microscope or loupe.

Contemporary production of cubic zirconia is virtually flawless, whereas most diamonds have some sort of defect, be it a feather, included crystal or perhaps a remnant of an original crystal face. CZ can be made in most cases entirely colorless: equivalent to a perfect "D" on a diamond's color grading scale. Current prices of cubic zirconia are the lowest ever and the quality is high.

"Cubic Zirconia White AAAAA has become one of the best products on the market," said Theodore Pehnec of PehnecGems. "Our AAAAA quality can match or surpass the beauty and brilliance of many diamonds."

About PehnecGems
PehnecGems (www.pehnec.com) has been a worldwide supplier of cubic zirconia diamonds, lab gems and synthetic gemstones since 1961. The company distributes high quality CZ diamonds and commercial quality gemstones at discount prices.

For more information please visit our website: http://www.pehnec.com

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New Able2Extract PDF Converter 4.0 Adds PDF to Powerpoint Conversion

Users can now use Able2Extract to convert their documents to popular Office formats, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Investintech.com, the leading developer of PDF conversion software solutions, is excited to announce the newest version of its leading PDF Converter product - Able2Extract. Able2Extract 4.0 is loaded with new features and improvements, including our all new PDF to Powerpoint conversion capability.

Able2Extract’s new PDF to Powerpoint conversion allows users to convert a page in their PDF document to a PowerPoint slide. Textual elements from the PDF page are converted into text boxes in the PowerPoint slide. Graphics can also be converted from PDF to Powerpoint, including converting PDF page vector drawings to bitmap images and free-floating bitmaps from PDF to free-floating bitmaps in PowerPoint.

Investintech has also improved its PDF to HTML conversion, bringing it up to a level that is now truly helpful for webmasters and web developers. The all new PDF to HTML conversion uses Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) technology to enable the conversion of text and graphics from PDF into HTML. As a result, the exact look and feel of the PDF can now be replicated within an HTML page on a website.

In addition to the PDF to PowerPoint and PDF to HTML conversions noted above, Able2Extract 4.0 has a number of other features of note, including:

• The ability to convert PDF data into a designated MS Excel file – designate the row, column, workbook and file.
• An updated user interface.
• The ability to retain hyperlinks in the PDF to Word conversion.
• Picture or page area - select - copy to clipboard tool.

See for yourself how you can increase your productivity and save your organization time and money. The new release version of Able2Extract 4.0 and Able2Extract Professional are available to be downloaded for a free evaluation trial. To take advantage, simply visit us at www.investintech.com.

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Leading Window Replacement Company – Renewal by Andersen - Committed to Energy Efficiency

Renewal by Andersen is the only window replacement company to receive both Green Seal certification and ENERGY STAR® qualification for energy efficiency.

Northborough, Massachusetts (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Renewal by Andersen is pleased to announce it is the only window replacement company to be Green Seal certified and ENERGY STAR® qualified.

Renewal by Andersen® has a long standing commitment to leadership in environmental stewardship and manufacturing energy efficient products. This commitment is recognized by partnerships with organizations who educate consumers on choosing environmentally responsible products.

The company’s Green Seal Certification makes Renewal by Andersen the only window manufacturer to receive this distinction which includes the certification of all Renewal by Andersen® windows. Green Seal is a national nonprofit environmental organization that helps consumers choose environmentally responsible products. Renewal by Andersen windows meet Green Seal’s environmental standards in the following areas:

• Energy Efficiency
• No use of heavy metals in the frame or sash materials
• Packaging with at least 25% post-consumer material
• Consumer education materials that show proper use and installation
• Clearly labeled performance data

"To earn certification, we demonstrated that our products meet energy efficiency requirements and are manufactured and packaged in an environmentally conscious manner," said Craig Evanich, president of Renewal by Andersen.

Green Seal estimates that if all windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient as those made by Andersen Windows, Americans would save up to 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption—an estimated 200 gallons of oil for every household in the U.S.

Renewal by Andersen has achieved the ENERGY STAR Qualified Window Specialist top rating in performance criteria for all climate regions of the U.S. Products with the ENERGY STAR label are designed to use less energy, help consumers save money on energy bills and protect the environment.

Every Renewal by Andersen window uses High-Performance® Low-E4™ glass. This high-performance glass results in more energy efficient windows which perform on average 41 percent more efficiently in summer and 35 percent more efficiently in winter than standard dual-pane windows. Installing ENERGY STAR windows and doors can reduce energy bills by as much as 15 percent. For more information on the Energy Star label visit www.renewbyandersen.com

Renewal by Andersen is a recognized leader in the window and patio door replacement industry. Custom manufactured with showrooms in the New England area and across the U.S. - Renewal by Andersen offers homeowners a variety of window and patio door design options through one of the largest nationwide networks of window replacement specialists spanning coast to coast.

Renewal by Andersen continues to keep the environment and energy efficiency as key factors in future product development by continuously improving material use and reuse, waste management, emissions and recycling.

About Renewal by Andersen
Renewal by Andersen is a recognized leader in the window and patio door replacement industry. For more information on energy-efficient and environmentally responsible windows, visit www.renewbyandersen.com

"Energy Star" is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Contact:
Steve Woodword
Renewal By Andersen
Northborough, Massachusetts
01532
(508) 919-0900

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Forum 2006 to Focus on 'Globalization' OF Commercial Real Estate Markets

'Globalization’ has had a profound impact on the way commercial real estate investors and other professionals in the sector make strategic decisions. It is imperative that local and national real estate associations stay abreast of international market conditions, so that they will be better able to service local investors who seek to expand into international markets.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 22, 2006 -- Europaproperty.com chief strategist and publisher, Craig Smith said today that ‘globalization’ has had a profound impact on the way commercial real estate investors and other professionals in the sector make strategic decisions.

He noted, "It is imperative that local and national real estate associations stay abreast of international market conditions, so that they will be better able to service local investors who seek to expand into international markets. And that is why we are confident that Forum 2006, an international commercial real estate conference to be held next month for the first time in the United States, will act as a stimulus for fortifying relationships and commercial real estate transactions between North American and European investors."

The Central and Eastern Europe, Russia & CIS States Commercial Real Estate Forum 2006, organized by Europaproperty.com, will be held on Oct. 5th & 6th at the Grand Hyatt, New York.

Mr. Smith rallies behind the formation of groups such as the International Coalition of Real Estate Associations(ICREA) and is quick to point out that they underscore his initiatives of bringing real estate professionals from different markets to conferences, such as Forum 2006, where they can share decades of hands on country knowledge and experiences in the commercial real estate field.

Says Mr. Smith, "While Forum 2006 will focus on market conditions and opportunities in for example, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, the Baltics, Russia and CIS States, I would like to broaden and further expand the scope and dimension of future Forums of this nature."

Adds Mr Smith, "Let's face the facts head on. There are probably over a 1 billion people on the world wide Net today which makes the international real estate market accessible to millions of investors at any one time. The way I see it, our job at Europaproperty.com today is to assist sophisticated foreign owners, developers, investors, managers, agents and others in the field in acquiring knowledge and know-how so that they are better equipped to enter rapidly expanding growth markets such as the CEE and Russia. These are by their very nature value added markets that many companies will not want to overlook as they seek ways of expanding their revenue streams and adding asset values to their balance sheets both today and tomorrow."

Europaproperty.com (www.europaproperty.com) is recognized as a leading organizer of conferences and other special events for the commercial real estate marketplace throughout Central and Eastern Europe, Russia and the CIS States.

Complete booking and sponsorship details for the New York conference can be obtained at www.europaproperty.com or by calling in North America: Toll-Free 1-800-731-8482; in Europe dial +48-696-618-334.

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Invensys to Present Integrated Asset Model for Upstream Profit Optimization at ATCE 2006

The SimSci-Esscor business unit of Invensys Process Systems (http://www.simsci-esscor.com) announced that at this year's Society of Petroleum Engineers Annual Technical Conference and Expo (SPE-ATCE) it will present a workshop to help petroleum engineers increase profitability by overcoming challenges to upstream asset integration. In a presentation entitled "The Role of Industrial Simulation in Improving Field Management," SimSci-Esscor advanced process control experts will introduce the concept of integrated asset modeling and management (IAMM) as a new approach to optimize upstream profitability.

Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- The SimSci-Esscor business unit of Invensys Process Systems (http://www.simsci-esscor.com) announced that at this year's Society of Petroleum Engineers Annual Technical Conference and Expo (SPE-ATCE) it will present a workshop to help petroleum engineers increase profitability by overcoming challenges to upstream asset integration.

In a presentation entitled "The Role of Industrial Simulation in Improving Field Management," SimSci-Esscor advanced process control experts will introduce the concept of integrated asset modeling and management (IAMM) as a new approach to optimize upstream profitability. This provides a powerful asset set optimization solution for upstream oil and gas operations and fits within Invensys' overall Asset Performance Management strategy introduced last year. This strategy is designed to help companies to continuously balance asset utilization and availability to meet changing business objectives.

The presentation will take place at Booth #4337 on September 25 at 2:00PM as part of the Exhibitor Showcase of the Society of Petroleum Engineers ATCE show, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio.

"The Upstream industry is moving away from point solutions for operational problems to integrated solutions for business management and profit optimization and this requires taking a more balanced, enterprise-wide view," said Shaun Wright, SimSci-Esscor's vice president for upstream global solutions, who will lead the ATCE presentation. "Today's upstream production managers think very carefully before going full-steam ahead with optimizing isolated parts of their operations; they are very mindful of the need to understand the overall business impacts first. Improving separator performance to meet an immediate demand spike without understanding the effect on reservoir production capability, well management, gas lift availabilities, and equipment constraints, for example, is very risky in today's markets."

The presentation will discuss ways in which processors can use advanced technology to manage this risk, focusing specifically on how they may overcome some of the major challenges to advanced automation. These challenges include communications in hostile environments, implementation of emerging industry standards, and preservation of investment in legacy systems.

Invensys will also demonstrate how its complete SimSci-Esscor Upstream Optimization Suite, which supports the IAMM vision with business applications that integrate multiphase flow modeling, transient multicomponent simulation and strategic optimization of oil and gas production operations. The suite includes SimSci-Esscor, PIPEPHASE version 9.0 steady-state multicomponent simulation tool, its TACITE transient multicomponent simulation software, and NETOPT strategic optimization software, as well as other proven Invensys products.

For more information, about the SimSci-Esscor ATCE 2006 participation, or SimSci's complete product offering visit www.simsci-esscor.com/us/eng/events/events/events/SPE+ATCE+06.htm or contact Richard Crounse at the Houston Upstream Competence Center via phone at 713-329-8596 or via email or Shaun Wright at 713-329-8609.

About SimSci-Esscor
For almost 40 years, SimSci-Esscor (www.simsci-esscor.com) has been a leader in the development and deployment of industrial process simulation software and systems for a variety of process industries. Our products enable clients to minimize capital requirements, optimize facility performance, and maximize return on investment in production assets.

About Invensys Process Systems
Invensys Process Systems, a business unit of Invensys plc, provides products, services and solutions that enable today's industrial process plants to monitor, manage, and improve the performance of their manufacturing assets. In addition to its rapidly expanding Global Solutions group, Invensys Process Systems includes industry-leading brands such as Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, and Avantis, whose products are installed in more than 100,000 plants across the world. These range from small hybrid and batch plants to the world's largest upstream projects, refineries, gas plants, petrochemicals plants, power plants, and pulp and paper mills.

The Invensys Group (www.invensys.com) is made up of five businesses: Process Systems, APV, Eurotherm, Rail Systems, and Controls. The Group is headquartered in London and is listed on the London Stock Exchange, with over 30,000 employees working in 60 countries.

Invensys, Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, Avantis, FoxWatch, and I/A Series Remote Plus are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries, or affiliates. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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ACOM’s Unique Document and Report Capture Engines Automatically Index and Store Electronic Documents in Any Content Management System

Typically, storing documents in electronic content management systems involves manual input by means of scanners and/or OCR readers. With its new document and report capture engines, ACOM enables documents generated by its document management solutions, EZeDocs/400 and EZPayManager/400, to be indexed and archived on-the-fly with no manual intervention. While ACOM markets the EZContentManager solution, the engines work with any content management system.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- The System i Division of ACOM Solutions, Inc., has released unique capture engines that enable outbound documents generated by its Document Output Management solutions, EZeDocs/400 and EZPayManager/400, and reports using EZSplitter/400 and EZReporter/400, to be automatically indexed and stored in any content management system, including the company’s EZContentManager.

According to Senior Vice President James R. Scott, the Document Capture and Report Capture engines totally eliminate the need for scanning and OCR input, as well as the manual indexing of documents stored in a content management system. In the capture process, the capture engines harvest each document’s metadata, enabling the material to be pushed directly into EZContentManager (or other content management solutions) in PC-readable formats with indexed content.

"ACOM’s back office optimization solutions provide the critical front end of the electronic document storing process" Scott said. "Historically, there have been two methods for channeling documents into the content management system: raw data and documents could be printed and then scanned into the storage system; or the data could be exported as a PDF file. Both methods required manual indexing of key data fields or the use of templates to recognize the placement of key data on a document. Now, this can all be accomplished with a single software command for outbound electronic documents or a simple process for capturing reports."

Once documents are in the content management system, users can access them through either index or full text searches for viewing, updating, on-line collaboration, customer service response, laser printing and/or electronic document distribution, or any other corporate or legal requirement.

The capture engines also incorporate powerful support capabilities, Scott noted. The engines have the ability to convert standard System i report data from its native format into a variety of PC-readable formats, among them RTF, HTML, PDF, ASCII, and CSV for import into Excel spreadsheets. Reports can be taken directly from a SCS spool file and split, decollated and formatted according to distribution specifications. The final format can then be electronically distributed or imported directly into a content management solution for later retrieval.

"Most businesses have at least considered adopting content management systems as their storing needs increase in size and complexity," Scott said, "and the lion’s share of documents a company must store originate internally. These include, among others, sales documents, financial documents, invoices, purchase orders, engineering documents, personnel documents and many more. Some of these are extremely sensitive and might be retrieved only in unusual circumstances, such as litigation, but they must be accessible quickly if and when needed. Automating the end-to-end document cycle assures that content is safe and available without the time and personnel-intensive, often error-prone tasks associated with conventional paper or electronic filing.

With these capture engines enabled in the ACOM product suite, back office optimization and content management ascend to a whole new level, Scott said.

"The payoff is in time, money, efficiency, security and more elegantly integrated business operations overall."

About ACOM Solutions, Inc.

Now in its 23rd year of business, ACOM Solutions, Inc. develops and implements advanced modular software systems for document output, document/content management, secure corporate payments, and B2B EDI/XML e-commerce applications, marketing them domestically and through overseas partners. Corporate headquarters are in Long Beach, California; System i Software Division headquarters are in Duluth, Georgia; and regional offices are located in several major U.S. cities. For more information call 800-603-6768 or visit http://www.acom.com.

CONTACT:
Mark Firmin
562-424-7899

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To Win the Race, Harness the Power of Quality and Lean – “Quality Drives Lean”

Want to know what’s new and what’s next in quality, Lean and Six Sigma? Attend the Quality and Lean Conference and Exposition 2006, “Quality Drives Lean,” October 30 & 31 in Atlanta, Georgia. Features pre- and post-conferences, 50 educational sessions, keynote speakers, facility tours and exhibits. www.iieleanasq.org

(PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- It feels like you are in a race every day to continually improve, lean the processes, outpace the competition, swerve past the slow pokes and then, right before you reach what looks like the “finish line”, another race starts. Well, this conference is going to help you manage and maneuver whatever is “now” and whatever is “next” in quality and Lean.

The Institute of Industrial Engineers and the Atlanta Southeast Quality Conference jointly present a Quality and Lean Conference and Exposition 2006, “Quality Drives Lean,” October 30 and 31 with more than 50 educational sessions focused on solutions and results, motivating keynote speakers, world-class presenters teaching real-world tools and techniques, pre- and post-conferences, facility tours and exhibits.

The conference includes educational tracks in Aviation, Communications, Corporate Culture, Defense, Health Care, Lean Enterprise and The Integrated Supply Chain, Lean Services, Lean Tools, Methodologies and Case Studies, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Systems, Six Sigma, Software and special Vendor Presentations.

Facility tours include United Parcel Service (UPS) and Applied Technical services (ATS).

The featured Keynote Speakers and their topics are Patrick Stamm, Vice President of Operations, Golden Rule Insurance Company, “Higher Quality and Lower Cost --The Ever Present Business Challenge;” Craig Estep, Vice President of Operations, Cessna Aircraft Company, “Lean Enterprise: Sustaining the Gains;” Tom Guthrie, Vice President of Operations, Cox Communications, “Practical Application of Six Sigma in Information Technology Group;” and James A. Tompkins, Ph.D., President of Tompkins Associates, “Seven Habits of Highly Successful Supply Chains.”

James A. Tompkins, Ph.D., will be signing his book, “Logistics and Manufacturing Outsourcing: Harness Your Core Competencies” at 10:00 a.m. October 31 at the conference.

Pre-conference workshops are on “Rate-Based Planning Simulation-The Secret to Building a Lean Supply Chain;” “Does Your Company Culture Support High Performance?” and “Leading Enterprise Change.”

Post-conference workshops are “WhiteCollar Kaizen, Rapid Improvement for Service, Administrative and Knowledge-Worker Environments;” “Measurement System Analysis (MSA)” and “Value stream Mapping.” The Value Stream Mapping workshop is a hands-on, two-day session held at EMS Wireless, a division of EMS Technologies, Inc. The participants will assess processes at EMS and present back to the EMS management team.

Registration is open to the public. IIE and ASQ members get a member discount.

See www.iieleanasq.org or call 770-449-0460 x 102 for information. $645 before Oct. 20; $745 after Oct. 20.

IIE is the world’s largest professional society dedicated solely to the support of the industrial engineering profession and other individuals involved with improving quality, processes and productivity in all industry segments. Founded in 1948, IIE is an international, non-profit association that provides leadership for the application, education, training, research, and development of industrial engineering processes and tools.

ASQ
Established in 1946, the Greater Atlanta Section is a local society of members dedicated to the ongoing development, advancement, and promotion of quality concepts, principles, and techniques.

The Greater Atlanta Section is not just for quality engineers or auditors. We offer products, services, and -- most of all -- information to help people address issues like total quality management, benchmarking, productivity, and more.

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Wanted: 12 Ambitious Managers To Take Free Leadership Mentoring Programme And Take Their Careers To The Next Level

Up to 12 ambitious managers from anywhere in the world will be offered free places on an innovative new online leadership mentoring programme launched by business school professor Steven Sonsino. The programme starts in November 2006 so ambitious managers should apply now for their free place.

London, UK (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Up to 12 ambitious managers from anywhere in the world will be offered free places on an innovative new online leadership mentoring programme launched by business school professor Steven Sonsino.

Managers and leaders who wish to be considered for a free place should apply as soon as possible at http://www.leadership.fm/apply.html [Leadership.FM Free Mentoring Programme].

"My new Leadership Mentoring Programme is especially for ambitious managers," says Steven Sonsino, "ambitious managers who know they have a great deal to offer, but who feel they are being held back in their leadership career. This intensive six-week leadership development programme is designed to help them take their leadership career to the next level."

As well as attending the Leadership Mentoring Programme for free, the 12 ambitious managers Sonsino selects will stay in close touch with him for 90 days after the programme. "I want to ensure the participants are applying everything they learn as accurately as possible and with maximum impact."

In addition to offering the 12 free places on the programme, Sonsino will use the success stories from the ambitious managers in his subsequent leadership research.

"I will use the programme to support my research into leadership reputation and brand. So these early applicants will need to be courageous as well as ambitious. They will be pioneers of a completely new way of developing their leadership career."

The Leadership Mentoring Programme will run at no cost just once, for a group of only 12 ambitious managers, starting in November 2006. The programme officially launches in spring 2007 with an expected retail price of £2,475 (GB pounds).

"There are many excellent managers in companies all over the world," says Sonsino, "but they just don’t have the luxury of being able to attend a world-class business school and getting world-class leadership development." This programme is for them, he says.

Sonsino normally runs classroom-based programmes for senior managers at London Business School, the European School of Management and Technology and at Escola de Gestão do Porto in Portugal.

Now, however, through Steven Sonsino's Leadership Mentoring Programme, anyone with access to a PC and a telephone can take their leadership career to the next level, he says.

Your location is not important, adds Sonsino, nor the size or style of company you work in.

"It doesn’t matter if you work in a large firm or a small firm, in the private or public sector, in the northern or southern hemisphere. Wherever you work I want to hear from you," says Sonsino. "What’s most important is that you have the ambition and motivation to do even better in your leadership career."

Sonsino urges managers to apply now for their free place on the programme. "I need to hear from you soon – there is a good deal of interest in this programme, and from all over the world."

Steven Sonsino’s Leadership Mentoring Programme offers managers a systematic approach to boosting their leadership success and enhancing their personal leadership reputation. He does this by helping them to develop their personal leadership skills to a remarkable level.

Sonsino achieves this by building on his work over the last ten years with companies around the world. Sonsino specialises in helping people to improve their leadership reputation through enhancing their personal communication skills and through building their leadership brand.

"I’ll be applying the results of my research into successful leaders and helping the participants to take their careers to the next level," says Sonsino.

This free leadership mentoring programme takes place over six weeks in November and December 2006 and managers can complete the programme sitting at their PC or telephone.

"I’ve been developing the Leadership Mentoring Programme over the past five years and I’ve honed it down to the shortest and the most intensive I can make it over a six week period. So if you can spare between 2 and 4 hours a week for six weeks in November and December of this year then I want you to apply for one of the 12 places," says Sonsino.

Managers can only apply online at http://www.leadership.fm/apply.html [Leadership.FM Free Mentoring Programme].

Sonsino will telephone as many potential candidates as he can over the coming weeks and interview them for places on the programme. Places will be allocated as soon as successful candidates have been selected, he says.

"Managers should apply now," says Sonsino, "because I fully expect all the places to be allocated very soon. We have to be ready to roll on November 1, 2006."

To apply for one of the 12 free places on the programme managers must answer two simple questions on the Leadership.FM website:

1) How will you benefit from the programme?

"If you’re applying then I need to know why I should offer you a place on this programme and not someone else," says Sonsino. "Can I be sure you’ll see this through?"

2) What are the biggest three personal challenges that you face as a leader?

"I really want to know what are the personal challenges facing you. I don’t want to hear what challenges you think you OUGHT to have, or the 3 challenges that Harvard Business Review thinks you OUGHT to have."

This information will help Sonsino to choose who he thinks will most benefit from the Leadership Mentoring Programme.

It will help him to make sure that the group of 12 will fit well together. "Participants on the programme will also be learning from their colleagues on the programme – I’ll involve as many brilliant ambitious managers as I can."

Only 12 ambitious managers, from anywhere in the world, will be offered free places on this innovative online leadership development programme.

Managers and leaders who wish to be considered for a free place should apply as soon as possible, says Sonsino.

Managers can apply at http://www.leadership.fm/apply.html [Leadership.FM Free Leadership Mentoring Programme].

ABOUT STEVEN SONSINO
Steven Sonsino is an award winning tutor, writer and business school professor teaching in London, Berlin and Lisbon. He specialises in two areas – leadership communication – or how you come across as a leader - and leadership brand – or how your reputation builds in the minds of your bosses, colleagues and competitors. He works with companies including Microsoft, HSBC and Sony Ericsson and has taught in London, Berlin, Hong Kong and New York.

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Institute for Lean Innovation Announces Additional Spaces for Lean Innovation Certification Workshop in Chicago – October 5-6, 2006

The Institute for Lean Innovation has added an additional twenty spaces for the Lean Innovation Certification Workshop scheduled for Chicago on October 5-6, 2006. With the addition of these spaces, the Institute is also allowing organizations to send two participants for the price of one

Mackinac Island, MI (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Institute for Lean Innovation announces additional spaces for Lean Innovation Certification Workshop in Chicago – October 5-6, 2006.

The Institute for Lean Innovation has added an additional twenty spaces for the Lean Innovation Certification Workshop scheduled for Chicago on October 5-6, 2006. With the addition of these spaces, the Institute is also allowing organizations to send two participants for the price of one. This workshop is limited to forty participants so space is limited.

Lean Innovation Workshops have been attended by representatives from Bose, Boeing, Microsoft, Merck, General Electric, Motorola, General Dynamics, Siemens, Bosch, SKF, Schlumberger, Saudi Aramco, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, Abbott Labs, DaimlerChrysler and many, many others.

Those organizations that have already enrolled may contact the Institute to add their additional party. Please call Emily McCreary at (906)-847-6094. Additional Lean Innovation Certification Workshops are also planned for the following cities:

Seattle, WA October 30-31, 2006
Atlanta, GA November 2-3, 2006
Orlando, FL November 30-December 1, 2006

For those interested in attending a workshop, please visit http://www.innovationcube.com/images/LeanInnovationCertification.pdf to see the final agenda and registration form.

This year, the Chicago Workshop will be held at the Wyndham Hotel at O’Hare International Airport.

Contact
John Keogh
Lean Innovation Certification Workshop Coordinator
Institute for Lean Innovation
906-847-0966

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Capstone Partners LLC Initiates Coverage on the Automotive Aftermarket

The Automotive Aftermarket report covers various market trends and transaction developments, as well as expresses Capstone’s expectations that the vibrant M&A activity across the sector will continue over the next 18 to 24 months.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Capstone Partners LLC, a leading national, middle-market investment banking firm, has released its most recent coverage report on the automotive aftermarket industry. The report covers various market trends and transaction developments, as well as expresses Capstone’s expectations that the vibrant M&A activity across the sector will continue over the next 18 to 24 months.

Nicholas Pollard, head of research in Capstone’s Specialty Products Group, commented, “There are a lot of exciting dynamics at play and we are seeing major structural changes across the industry. The automotive aftermarket remains highly fragmented with modest organic growth. We have seen many industry participants respond to off-shore competition and continued margin pressures by exploring external growth opportunities.”

Kevin Jolley, a Director in Capstone’s Specialty Products Investment Banking Group, added, “Within the auto aftermarket space, we expect to see strong interest from acquirers looking for companies that manufacture specialty products or electronics, or participate in the catalog and internet retail segment. Companies with unique brands, high quality parts or differentiated services will be the most desirable assets.”

To receive a complimentary copy of this Research Coverage Report on the Automotive Aftermarket, please contact Nicholas Pollard at 617-619-3328.

About Capstone Partners LLC
Capstone Partners LLC is a leading national investment banking advisory firm dedicated to serving the needs of middle-market businesses. Headquartered in Boston, the firm maintains transactional and research resources in the technology & media, business services and specialty products industries. For more information on Capstone Partners, please visit www.capstonellc.com.

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Zycon Announces New Partnership with Entertainment Engineering

Zycon has announced a partnership with Entertainment Engineering Magazine. Through this partnership, readers of Entertainment Engineering will have instant access to Zycon's vast array of manufacturing information, and users of Zycon will have direct access to the latest articles about motion control within the entertainment industry.

Warren, MI (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Zycon (http://www.zycon.com), a leading specialized resource for engineers and buyers of equipment, components, technology and services used in manufacturing worldwide wishes to announce a partnership with Entertainment Engineering (http://www.entertainmentengineering.com), the leading online engineering magazine that covers the technologies used in making special effects for movies and films, and in many types of entertainment venues and devices such as concerts, theme and amusement parks, electronic games, racing and sporting events, etc.

This partnership is an endorsement of the usefulness of Zycon's specialized product and service search tools and its increasing value to the engineering and manufacturing community.

Through this alliance, readers of Entertainment Engineering will have instant access to Zycon's vast amounts of product and manufacturing information, and Zycon users will have direct access to the latest articles about advances in the use of motion control within the entertainment industry.

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Dielectric Polymers Addresses Specialized Bonding Needs With New Brochure

Dielectric Polymers, Inc. released a new brochure promoting the Company’s custom coating capabilities. The four page color brochure details their approach to solving application problems that involve pressure sensitive and other types of adhesive systems.

Holyoke, MA (PRWEB) September 21, 2006 -- Dielectric Polymers, Inc., an adhesive tape manufacturer for over 35 years, released a new brochure promoting the Company’s custom coating capabilities. The four page color brochure details the approach the Company takes to solving application problems that involve pressure sensitive and other types of adhesive systems.

The corporate tagline Solutions as unique as your business reflects Dielectric Polymers’ commitment to finding the right adhesive formulation to solve cutting-edge bonding problems. In producing custom products, the Company has addressed a variety of design factors such as overall material thickness, adhesion level, opacity, outgassing, removability and product configuration, among others.

“Our expertise as a pressure sensitive coater and converter combined with our responsiveness strategically positions DPI in the marketplace,” says Lawrence Kuntz, president. “Our goal is to make product development easy; customers tell us what they want and we source the materials, design the product and partner with specialty fabricators as needed to meet precise requirements.”

At Dielectric Polymers, the product development process assures fast samples, trial orders to suit the customer’s requirements, adaptations to standard products and the design of new adhesive components. “Proprietary product development allows us to stand apart from other manufacturers,” Kuntz adds. “The possibility of solving your customers’ problems with completely unique product solutions is a strong benefit to working with us.”

The Company’s standard product line consists of unsupported transfer adhesives, double coated tapes, heat activated films, plating tapes, splicing tapes and protective films. These products are used in a wide range of industrial applications including automotive, aerospace, electronics, graphic arts, biotechnology, wireless communications, high temperature masking and splicing.

For more information, contact Dielectric Polymers, Inc., 218 Race Street, Holyoke, MA, 800.628.9007, or visit the Company’s web site at www.dipoly.com.

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Pro CNC Inc. Receives ISO 9001:2000 Certification

Pro CNC Inc., a precision CNC machine shop has just received its ISO-9001:2000 certification. Only about 50,000 companies in the USA are certified. This will allow the company to serve new customers that require an ISO 9000:2000 certificate for their suppliers.

Bellingham, WA (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- Pro CNC Inc. has just received its certification for ISO 9001:2000 from TŰV, an international accrediting body. This is a major achievement for a company the size of Pro CNC. The company passed the final 3 day audit in August with zero findings. Pro CNC's quality management system is entirely paperless and will allow the company to improve its commitment to customer satisfaction. The Certificate Registration # is 06-1175.

Currently, only approximately 50,000 organizations in North America are certified to the ISO 9001 standard. ISO 9001 was founded in 1987 as an internationally-accepted quality management certification system to define, identify and confirm quality benchmarks within organizations.

Pro CNC Inc. is a precision CNC machine shop that specializes in close tolerance machined metal and plastic components for a variety of fields including the medical, aerospace, and commercial industries. The company was recently ranked as one of the best companies to work for in Washington State by Washington CEO Magazine, and as top 100 fastest growing private company by the Puget Sound Business Journal. It was founded in 1997 in Monroe Washington, whose 3 owners all met while attending Western Washington University. The company has been located in Bellingham WA since 2001.

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Las Vegas’ Tropicana Resort and Casino Looks to ACOM’s EZeDocs/400 Document Management Suite to Streamline Guest Registration/Check-out

The Tropicana is one of Las Vegas' historic landmark properties and a committed advocate for using technology to streamline office operations and and expedite guest services. An example is their recent upgrade from an early electronic forms system for registration and check-out to a new system from ACOM Solutions Inc. that centralizes form design, modification and upgrade. The system is being extended to other forms applications as well.

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (PRWEB) September 20, 2006 -- The Tropicana Resort and Casino, a Las Vegas landmark with nearly 2,000 rooms and a 60,000+ square foot casino, has purchased ACOM’s EZeDocs/400 document management software suite to streamline production of front desk registration and folio forms, with the intention to extend the system to other applications, it was announced today by Programming Manager Paula Hancock and ACOM Vice President James R. Scott.

EZeDocs/400 enables its users to create and store electronic form templates and to merge them with data to produce complete, high quality documents that can either be printed on demand or transmitted electronically, bypassing the paper stage.

"EZeDocs/400 allows us to maintain our forms directly from the I.T. department," Hancock said. "Until now, we have had to make necessary changes to the printer-resident Optio forms in the department, load the revised forms into a laptop computer, take it to the front desk, plug in the printer and load the new data into the printer’s flash memory. Each printer had to be re-flashed, whether for small details like changing a font size or for major form revisions. Printer breakdowns similarly required re-flashing on-site.

"Now we do it all remotely, saving a significant amount of time and avoiding interruptions of business at a very busy front desk."

The Tropicana’s EZeDocs/400 suite is comprised of the EZeDocs/400 forms generation engine, the EZDesigner/400 PC-resident graphical forms design tool, and auxiliary modules for secure email, secure fax and automatic conversion of documents to PDF format. The software resides on an iSeries Model 520, running OS/400 version 5.3, with data from the LSI casino management system. It replaces an earlier software system from Optio Software, Inc.

While Hancock was searching for a solution, she explored the offerings of a number of companies in addition to ACOM, learning in the process that ACOM’s document and payment systems are widely used in the Las Vegas hospitality industry. She selected EZeDocs400, Hancock said, based on functionality and favorable pricing, with her decision quickly confirmed by outstanding service.

ACOM’s professional services staff implemented the registration card and the folio form, at the same time training Hancock and her team in the use of EZDesigner/400. They are now implementing several other frequently used documents, among them invoices, personnel action forms and programming request forms. She is also considering upgrading their aging payment solution that uses pre-printed check forms, to instead use ACOM’s EZPayManager/400 payment management solution.

"Our users are very happy with the new solution," Hancock said. "Meanwhile we are saving time and gaining efficiency, and we look forward to similar benefits as we build out the use of EZeDocs/400 elsewhere at the Tropicana."

About ACOM Solutions, Inc.
Now in its 23rd year of business, ACOM Solutions, Inc. develops and implements advanced modular software systems for document output, document/content management, secure corporate payments, and B2B EDI/XML e-commerce applications, marketing them domestically and through overseas partners. Corporate headquarters are in Long Beach, California; System i Software Division headquarters are in Duluth, Georgia; and regional offices are located in several major U.S. cities. For more information call 800-603-6768, email, or visit http://www.acom.com.

CONTACT:
Mark Firmin
562-424-7899

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September 19, 2006

Wisconsin Manufacturer and Matt Hotch Build Motorcycle for Charity Auction

A progressive Wisconsin manufacturer and Matt Hotch, the two-time winner of the Discovery Channel's "Biker Build-Off", team to build a custom bobber motorcycle to encourage young people into manufacturing.

Rockford, Ill. (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Medalist Laserfab Inc., a progressive specialty sheet metal fabricator from Oshkosh, Wis., is building and donating a custom, bobber-style motorcycle that will be placed in the Fabricator & Manufacturers Association (FMA) Foundation's charitable auction this fall.

Inspired by motorcycle fabricating television shows, the Medalist team will custom-design and -build the bike in time for the start of the online auction slated for Sept. 27. Medalist will have the advisory help of Matt Hotch, the two-time winner of the Discovery Channel's "Biker Build-Off." Bidding will continue on the bike at a live auction on the floor of FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show in Atlanta, Oct. 31 through Nov. 2.

"Hotch has been hands-on in the design of the cycle," said Terrence Egan, CFRE, Director of the FMA Foundation. "He has also provided his connections and assistance in ordering quality parts from his suppliers." The team at Medalist plans on investing significantly in the bike and estimates the value of the finished product to exceed $50,000. Progress on the bike can be tracked on the Foundation's web site.

With the generous support of Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International, 100 percent of the FMA Foundation's auction proceeds will be used to establish manufacturing camps for teens and award scholarships to young adults entering the metal fabricating and forming industry. The FMA will also match sponsorships dollar-for-dollar with a gift to the Foundation's Endowment Fund.

The FMA Foundation Auction is being sponsored by Trumpf USA and America’s Business with Mike Hambrick. For more information, to bid, or to donate an item or service to be auctioned, log on to www.industryauction.org.

For more information, to bid, or to donate an item or service to be auctioned, log on to www.industryauction.org.

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Call for Nominations for the Ovation Award for HR Excellence

CAI is now accepting nominations for the Ovation Award for HR Excellence, honoring exceptional workplaces that have implemented innovative people and human resource practices. Open to North Carolina public and private companies in the Triangle, Triad and Eastern North Carolina counties.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- CAI and partner Business Leader, announced today the Call for Nominations for the First Annual Ovation Awards for HR Excellence. The award honors exceptional workplaces that have implemented innovative people practices to positively impact business results. Nominations are being accepted online through November 1, 2006 at Ovation Award for HR Excellence.

The Ovation Awards will be presented at a gala awards ceremony, the anchor event of the CAI HR Management Conference, a two-day conference on HR Best Practices in Raleigh, North Carolina from January 29-30, 2007.

The CAI HR Management Conference features speakers and HR experts from SAS, The Gallup Organization, Saratoga Institute, Ken Blanchard Group and Disney Institute with the conference keynote delivered by David Urich, renowned HR expert and author, on the HR Value Proposition. More information on the conference is available at CAI HR Management Conference

Platinum Sponsors include Hill, Chesson and Woody; and Ogletree Deakins. Other sponsors include the Saratoga Institute.

Ovation Award Winners

Ovation Awards will be presented to four companies or organizations that demonstrate best practices in HR as judged by a panel of HR experts from CAI, Business Leader the Ken Blanchard Group and Saratoga Institute.

Ovation Award winners receive the following:
• Winning company profile and program feature in a special 16 page color insert of Business Leader magazine.
• One free registration to the CAI HR Management Conference
• Recognition at the CAI HR Management Conference
• Opportunity to present at the CAI HR Management Conference
• An etched award recognizing the accomplishment

Ovation Award Criteria and Nomination Forms
Nominations will be accepted online through Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Nominations and awards are divided by company size, based on number of employees. There is no application fee for nominations.

Nominees are accepted from the 65 counties CAI serves including the Triangle, Triad and Eastern counties of North Carolina. Nominations are encouraged from executives and HR practitioners, managers and executives in all public and private companies.

More Information
More information on the Ovation Award for HR Excellence is available at Ovation Award for HR Excellence
More information on the CAI HR Management Conference is available at CAI HR Management Conference

About CAI
CAI, Capital Associated Industries, is a non-profit employers’ association serving the greater Research Triangle, Piedmont Triad, and 65 eastern counties of North Carolina. With offices in Raleigh and Greensboro, CAI provides over 1,200 member companies with executive, management and human resources information and services, including day-to-day telephone guidance, advice and training. More information on CAI membership, solutions or services is available at CAI or 919-878-9222.

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Webcom, Inc. Announces New Assets Module for WebSource CPQ

Webcom, Inc. Innovation Leads to Delivery of New Assets Module for Award-Winning WebSource CPQ Addressing the Needs of Aftermarket, Field Service and Entitlements.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Webcom, Inc., the leader in simplified quote-to-order enablement for the selling of complex products and services, announced today a new module for its award-winning application, WebSource CPQ. WebSource CPQ Assets was designed to drive increased revenue, improved customer satisfaction and increased productivity of sales people, channel partners and back-office personnel by addressing the needs of aftermarket, field service, entitlements and assets. The new module allows someone to easily quote, propose and sell additional products and services that are pertinent to a specific asset created via the WebSource CPQ quote-to-order processing or imported into WebSource CPQ if it was created prior to deployment.

By selecting an asset, the user will automatically see the product and commercial characteristics associated with the asset. Based upon those attributes, the user will be guided to offer, select or restrict relevant service and product offerings. "We have always had customers quoting renewals, upgrades, aftermarket service, add-ons and the like," said Aleks Ivanovic, CEO and founder of Webcom, Inc. "The ease with which users will now be able to address these areas will enable our customers to really leverage the after-sales area, which many studies show can have markedly higher profit margins," added Ivanovic.

Client-specific input, industry best practice and the personal experiences of the Webcom product and delivery teams has led to a very robust module, comprised of a number of key features:

• Asset properties convey product, installation and commercial characteristics, including customer information
• Asset attributes affect the behavior of that product via product rules, dependencies and triggers, guiding the user
• Workflow and permission mechanism governs who can make changes and the timing of such changes
• Searched and sorted via a number of fields, including attributes identified as "key" attributes
• Updated manually or through the quotation process via revision control
• Side-by-side asset revision comparison identifying lifecycle changes
• Automation of repetitive processes such as annual, quarterly and monthly services like warranty, service contracts and maintenance
• Automated processes link output document templates (such as quotes, invoices) to assets
• User-defined groupings for quotation and invoicing purposes are provided
• User-defined selection parameters for automated processing, such as all assets with warranties expiring in 60 days, are provided
• Optional linkage to CRM systems for opportunity creation
• Forecast revenue from automated processes
• Batch import of existing assets eases module implementation and creates greater value

"In industries that sell capital equipment such as medical devices, telecommunications, instrumentation, information technology (IT) hardware and other complex equipment, companies are starting to significantly increase their focus on services revenue. For some companies this is a strategic move to increase the top line, while others are looking to replace revenue from slower new product sales in the current economic conditions," stated Predrag Jakovljevic, principal analyst with TechnologyEvaluation.com (TEC). "Solutions such as WebSource CPQ Assets can play a role in capturing this revenue and profit," added Jakovljevic.

WebSource CPQ is designed to help drive increased revenues and margins, increased customer satisfaction, reduced costs and improved productivity. Requiring nothing more than a web browser, WebSource CPQ allows sales people, channel partners and consumers to easily and skillfully configure, price, quote and propose products/services. "Anything that furthers automation of upgrades and renewals merits investigation", stated Linda Higdon, senior director of sales operations at COPAN Systems, Inc., the leading provider of intelligent, enterprise-class MAID storage solutions that unlock the value of long-term data. "The more we can automate this process, the more we can increase our productivity and profitability", added Higdon.

WebSource CPQ Assets is in delivery to early-ship customers. Scheduled for general availability in October, 2006, the solution supports Windows 2000 server or better, IIS 5.0 or better and Microsoft SQL Server 2000 or better.

About Webcom, Inc.
Webcom, Inc. provides software solutions that simplify the quote-to-order process for the selling of complex products and services. Requiring only a browser, WebSource CPQ allows customers to configure, price, quote and propose their offerings across multiple sales and distribution channels, anytime, anywhere. WebSource CPQ not only handles the traditional bill of material, routing and diagram generation tasks frequently associated with product configurators, but also addresses the guided selling, proposal generation and multi-level channel management tasks associated with sales configurators. The solution helps drive increased revenues and margins, increased customer satisfaction, reduced costs and improved productivity. Companies utilizing Webcom’s products and services include Rockwell Automation, Danfoss, Corning Cable Systems, Verity, Grayhill and GE Industrial Systems. Founded in 1997, Webcom is a privately held corporation headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with offices in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit Webcom at http://www.webcominc.com or call 414-273-4442 (toll free 877-508-6323).

Media Contact:
Webcom, Inc.
Chris Lesar
(262) 617-8231

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Emcien Sponsors FIRST Robotics Team to the ‘Super Bowl of Smarts’

Emcien, Inc. today announced it will sponsor team #1948 to this year’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) LEGO League Robotics Competition Championship, the world’s premier engineering event for emerging technologists. This event provides unique educational experiences, fills pipeline for tomorrow’s technology workforce.

ATLANTA, GA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Emcien, Inc. today announced it will sponsor team #1948 to this year’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) LEGO League Robotics Competition Championship, the world’s premier engineering event for emerging technologists.

The FIRST LEGO League (FLL), considered the "little league" of the FIRST Robotics Competition, is the result of a partnership between FIRST and the LEGO Group. FLL extends the FIRST concept of inspiring and celebrating science and technology to children aged 9 through 14, using real-world context and hands-on experimentation.

With the help of LEGO® MINDSTORMSTM Robotics Invention SystemTM technology, young participants can build a robot and compete in a friendly, FIRST-style robotics event specially designed for their age group. Using LEGO bricks and other elements such as sensors, motors, and gears, teams gain hands-on experience in engineering and computer programming principles as they construct and program their unique robot inventions.

"The FIRST Robotics Championship is the Super Bowl of Smarts," said Russ Caldwell, Chief Technology Officer, Emcien, Inc. "It’s a terrific opportunity for middle school students to design, build, test, and compete robots. Our sponsorship gives more students opportunities to sample this unique experience and deepen relationships with teammates, educators, and engineering professionals in anticipation of their future endeavors. " Russ Caldwell coached a team last year that won the Director’s Award, the highest award at the regional competition.

This year’s challenge is based on Nanotechnology. Nanotechnology is a new scientific frontier that will impact many facets of society, such as medicine, computers, and the environment. The nano world is 100,000 times smaller than the thickness of a single strand of hair. At the nano level, everything jumps and shakes – even solid things like tabletops. For the competition the robots compete on tasks that include individual atom manipulation, self-assembly, powering a molecular motor and operating a space elevator.

" FIRST is creating a tremendous pipeline to the technology workforce", said Roy Marsten, Chief Scientist. "Emcien is proud to partner with FIRST on this endeavor".

About Emcien: http://www.emcien.com
Emcien, Inc. is a pioneer in researching product complexity reduction and its impact on manufacturing companies. Emcien’s roster of blue-chip clients has demonstrated that reducing complexity can unlock the tied up capital of your operations and the margin potential of your products. Emcien’s proven software solutions are built on patent-pending optimization technology based on more than ten years of leading-edge research and industry partnerships started at Georgia Institute of Technology. Emcien is a privately held company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and can be reached at www.emcien.com.

Emcien Contact
Media Relations
404.920.1990
404.385.6092 /fax

About FIRST: http://www.usfirst.org
FIRST is a multinational non-profit organization, that aspires to transform culture, making science, math, engineering, and technology as cool for kids as sports are today.

FIRST was founded in 1989 by Dean Kamen, inventor of the Segway Human Transporter. FIRST operates the FIRST Robotics Competition in which teams of high school students, sponsored and assisted by local companies and volunteers, design, assemble, and test a robot capable of performing a specified task in competition with other teams. FIRST also runs the FIRST LEGO League, for children 9-14 years old, and FIRST Place, an innovative science and technology center, including a hands-on children's science museum. FIRST was founded on partnerships with businesses, educational institutions and government. Many Fortune 500 companies provide funding, in-kind donations and volunteers to support the program.

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Mirror42 Simplifies Real-Time IT Performance Management with Mirror42 4.0

Fourth Release of SOA-Based Performance Management Platform Introduces Real-Time Capabilities and Extended Key Performance Indicator Libraries

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Mirror42, the leading provider of next-generation right-time performance management dashboards for IT Service Management, today unveiled Mirror42 4.0 at the sixth annual IT Service Management Forum (itSMF) USA Conference and Expo. Available immediately, Mirror42 4.0 enables organizations to analyze and improve operational excellence while managing real-time events and performance through innovative live dashboards.

“With version 4.0, we continue to show our commitment into the latest Rich Internet and Service Oriented Architectures,” said Erik Hoffman, Vice President of Products at Mirror42. “Mirror42 4.0 eliminates the need for complex data warehouse implementations yet delivers the promise of both Enterprise Performance Management and Real-Time Business Intelligence delivered thru a single Rich Internet application. This unique architecture reduces deployment times from months to weeks, which means businesses can quickly gain the valuable insights they need to improve performance and increase ROI.”

In the 4.0 release, Mirror42 includes hundreds of out-of-the-box Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that business users can utilize to easily measure the efficiency and quality of IT processes. Leveraging an extensive library of pre-built connectors to integrate information from existing IT Management Systems and simplified dashboard building tools, Mirror42 4.0 provides managers with immediate access to the information they need to make critical business decisions.

Key functionality and features of Mirror42 4.0 include:

• Live Dashboards – Users can capture and analyze performance data in real-time for up-to-the-minute monitoring of critical processes. This functionality complements the product's performance trending and scorecard functionality.
• AJAX based UI – End-users can easily build the dashboards they need for day-to-day management directly thru their web-browser. From drag & drop elements for dashboard creation to improved navigation and menu structures, building a personalized dashboard is easier than ever.
• More Portal Components – Users can now incorporate information from outside the organization utilizing RSS, browser, and annotation tools.
• Simplified Publishing & Personalization Capabilities – Managers can easily classify and publish information based on end-user authorization levels, simplifying the process of sharing key management information with public users via Intranet, Internet, or Extranet portals.
• Improved charting, analytics, trending, and forecasting.
• Easier Integration and Faster Deployment – an SOA-based architecture allows companies to consolidate IT Service Management data sources such as Service Desk, Project Management, Application Management, and Asset Management without ETL or customization allowing deployment in weeks rather months.
• Extended KPI libraries for ITSM, Asset Management, Procurement, Risk Management, and Compliance.
• Improved Compliance Management – extended KPI libraries and Real-time capabilities allow companies to monitor and address key controls with greater efficiency.

“Mirror42 4.0 represents a significant leap forward in Performance Management capabilities for IT organizations,” said Karel van der Poel, CEO of Mirror42. “We’ve spoken with many businesses that want to focus on KPIs and Performance Management, but have to address their immediate needs for real-time insight into operations. With Mirror42 4.0, customers are now able to use KPIs and metrics to truly analyze and improve operational excellence while simultaneously keeping an eye on real-time events, workload and day-to-day performance. ”

Pricing and Availability
Mirror42 4.0 is available immediately. Mirror42 offers flexible licensing programs that scale to the needs of its customers. (Please contact Mirror42 Sales for pricing information.) Mirror42 expert consultants and certified partners are also available to assist in the development of effective performance management metrics for your organization.

About Mirror42
Mirror42 is the leading provider of next-generation right-time performance management dashboards for IT Service Management. Our dashboards allow organizations to create business views that show trending, as well as real-time information to manage performance improvement initiatives. Mirror42 utilizes a Service Oriented Architecture and standard applications to deliver out-of-the-box dashboards with extensive business metric and KPI libraries. As a result, organizations can quickly and easily deploy powerful dashboarding solutions that provide the right information to make decisions that create business value and mitigate business risk. For more information, please visit http://www.mirror42.com.

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APSCREEN Reveals Top Five Tricks Applicants Use to Cheat Drug Tests

Background check pioneer incorporates drug-screening service into comprehensive pre-employment screening program to help businesses avoid negligent hiring, achieve “Drug-Free Workplace.”

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- APSCREEN, one of the early pioneers of comprehensive background checks for pre-employment screening, warns business owners and human resources managers of the top five tricks employment applicants use to cheat drug tests, placing employers at risk of negligent hiring lawsuits.

Thomas Lawson, APSCREEN CEO who pioneered the background check industry in 1980, said the new drug-screening service prevents each of the following from getting through the screening process:

1. Rapid Detoxification—According to Lawson, many applicants will ingest anything from high quantities of cranberry to pickle juice, herbal concoctions and other digestive aids to cleanse the system. “However, most drugs contain metabolites that stay in the body for several days and can be detected regardless of what they take to disguise the drug’s profile,” said Lawson who is a founding member of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS), and one of first to become a court-certified expert in negligent hiring cases.

2. Shy Tester—Some applicants try to avoid the drug-screening by showing up and claiming an inability to produce the required amount of urine. “This way, the tester can try to secure the position first, hoping the drug screen slips through the bureaucratic cracks,” Lawson said. “But patience is a virtue and we make the applicant wait up to three hours and even then an applicant unable to provide a specimen is asked to provide a medical explanation for their inability to void a specimen. The absence of a medical explanation results in a refusal to test which has the same consequences as a positive test.”

3. The Switch—One of the most popular tricks is for an applicant to attempt to submit a ‘clean’ sample which did not come from their own body. “Our process includes a step-by-step authorization, as well as a blood and urine screen, that immediately flags a sample if certain criteria, odd temperatures or unusual activity is noticed.” Lawson said. “We’ve even caught applicants trying to use unique prosthetic devices.” The laboratories test every specimen to determine that it is in fact normal human urine.

4. Pleading Invasion of Privacy—Another common strategy is for an applicant to deny the employer consent to the drug-screening, hiding behind an ‘invasion of privacy’ claim. A strict well-written company policy requiring the testing will hold up in all courts throughout the United States as grounds for not hiring someone or releasing someone from employment. “Besides drug testing, APSCREEN uses every other service at our means to double check the applicant’s use of money, credit, neighborhood references, driving and criminal activities among other ways to identify if the applicant is hiding a problem. When we deliver the complete report, the employer can make an educated decision about hiring the individual.”

5. The Waiting Game—Other testers will concede to the drug-screening but ask for up to 90 days before showing for the test. “This is a red flag that shows the applicant could be ‘dirty’ and needs time to clean up,” Lawson said. “Our process recommends the applicant be tested immediately upon being notified of selection for testing. Any delay caused by the applicant is duly noted and supplied in the final report.”

According to the University of Buffalo’s Research Institute on Addictions, nearly 19 percent of on-the-job fatalities, the person dying tests positive for alcohol, drugs or both. Additionally, the federal government estimates that 71 percent of illegal drug users are employed. The Department of Transportation requires workers in the airline, railroad, trucking, pipeline, mass transit and shipping industries be regularly tested for drug use. Other non-regulated industries across the country are implementing drug free workplace programs at the request of employees in order to ensure a safer working environment.

“We envision a ‘drug-free workplace’ for the safety and betterment of our economy,” said Lawson who said APSCREEN’s drug testing service administered by Florida Drug Screening is Nationally Accredited for Administration of Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs (NAADATP) – a unique certification received by only 65 providers in the United States from the Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA). “We adhere to the highest level of service and legal compliance available as with all our services.”

Lawson is a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified International Investigator and Expert Witness for lawsuits regarding negligent hiring, human resource management/compliance, employment screening as well as use, interpretation and compliance of FACTA/Fair Credit Reporting Act/CCRRA/Gramm-Leach-Bliley (Financial Privacy) Act in the HR Context.

According to Joe Reilly of Florida Drug Screening, the key to identifying the ‘cheaters’ is consistent specimen collection procedures and use of laboratories certified by the United States Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Reilly is currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Washington DC based Drug and Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA).

“This includes emptying of pockets, no overcoats or purses, or pocket books brought into the collection area, securing all sources of water, checking temperature of the specimen, observing for sights and sounds indicating falsification; and laboratory testing for adulteration and substitution,” Reilly said.

Reilly also said numerous Federal and State laws regulate the drug-screening industry and between APSCREEN and Florida Drug Screening, clients will stay informed of any specific changes that may be impacting the service.

Founded in 1980, APSCREEN is based in Rancho Santa Margarita, California and is the originator of the factual employment-screening concept. APSCREEN provides nationwide coverage for businesses seeking the highest caliber, most comprehensive background checks for pre-employment screening. Thomas Lawson, CEO of APSCREEN and a Certified Fraud Examiner, authored the Pre-Employment Screening series, published in The Complete Workplace Violence Prevention Manual, which is used as the gold standard in Best Hiring Practices. APSCREEN also offers tenant screening and employee locate services. More information is available by calling toll-free (800) 277-2733 or register online at www.APSCREEN.com.

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Del Air Selects Iteration2 and Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX Solution to Accelerate Growth Strategy

Microsoft industry builder solution, Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX will optimize operations and expand opportunities for rapidly growing enterprise.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Iteration2 (www.iteration2.com), an award winning provider of enterprise-wide business solutions announced today that Del-Air Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Inc. has selected Iteration2 to optimize business processes and support the company’s growth strategy with Enterprise Software Platform Microsoft Dynamics AX and Iteration2’s Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX Solution. Del-Air joins a growing number of rapidly growing and agile companies which have selected the Microsoft Dynamics AX solution and Iteration2 based on Iteration2’s ability to deliver a superior enterprise software implementation experience that is easier to use, less complex, and more affordable than solutions from SAP and Oracle.

Del-Air is one of the fastest growing product and service organizations in Florida specializing in Air Conditioning, Heating, Indoor Air Quality, Appliances and Electrical Services. Currently they have the largest service fleet of professional technicians in the greater Orlando area available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Over the last few years their company has experienced significant growth and therefore they were in need of a company wide solution that could easily replace their numerous disparate systems and processes. Del-Air knew the right solution had to have superior out-of-the-box functionality to keep up with their fast paced business environment. They also required a friendly user-interface and flexible reporting tools. Iteration2 clearly demonstrated that Microsoft Dynamics AX could satisfy and surpass all of these requirements. Del-Air will also leverage Iteration2’s Field Services for Microsoft Dynamics AX which will increase efficiency, reduce operating costs and build customer loyalty by integrating information, people and resources to better manage the work order life cycle.

“It was critical that we selected an enterprise solution that could provide all the rich functionality we required to run our business, but it also needed to be flexible, easy to use, and provide a smooth integration with our existing Microsoft technology infrastructure. Iteration2 clearly demonstrated that all of our complex requirements and expectations would be exceeded with Microsoft Dynamics AX,” said Richard Fortin, Chief Operating Officer at Del-Air. “Iteration2 was also recently selected as Microsoft’s U.S. Partner of the Year for the second year in a row which confirmed that we selected the right implementation partner.”

“Del-Air is a highly regarded service company and we look forward to helping them keep up with new opportunities while continuously developing new ways to exceed their customer’s expectations,” said Gary Peterson, Vice President at Iteration2. “In a highly competitive marketplace companies must have the flexibility to quickly respond to the changing needs and interests of customers. The rich functionality of Microsoft Dynamics AX will allow Del-Air to have a real-time view of processes and information to improve relationships with customers and create efficiencies that directly impact the company’s bottom line.”

About Iteration2
Iteration2 provides its clients with a superior enterprise software implementation experience that is easier to use, less complex, and more 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), and both the 2005 and the 2006 US MBS Partner of the Year

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

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

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Workers Comp How To Book Aims to Satisfy Small to Medium Sized Business Craving for Answers to their Insurance Premium Woes

In their new book, Gus Ortiz and Sean Nitzen teach small to medium sized employers how to control their losses, manage their claims and save significantly on their insurance premiums. The book will be sold at www.gobookwriters.com and the other major booksellers.

Foothill Ranch, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- In their new book, Gus Ortiz and Sean Nitzen, both veterans of the workers compensation insurance world, teach small to medium sized employers how to control their losses, manage their claims and save significantly on their insurance premiums. The book will be distributed through small book publishing portal www.gobookwriters.com, the latest portal for new and aspiring writers and on the major book retail sites in four weeks.

8 Steps to a Winning Workers Comp Program is a step-by-step guide to helping small to medium sized employers gain leverage in their workers compensation and risk management process. The book is short, easy to read and centers on consistent communication and promoting the employers involvement in all aspects of their risk management and claims activities.

“Workers compensation is big business, especially here in California and unfortunately there is little emphasis placed on service and coaching for smaller businesses,” says Ortiz a 20-year-veteran of the workers comp industry. “While we don’t expect to change the nature of the industry, we believe that smaller employers deserve a chance at effectively controlling their costs and improving their bottom line. It’s a grass roots approach, not your normal risk management manual, which an employer can share with their employees.”

Link to Publication*: http://www.gobookwriters.com

ABOUT THE AUTHORs
Gus Ortiz began specializes in claims administration, investigations, training and performance coaching. Gus has over 19 years of workers’ compensation experience with major insurance corporations. He is a licensed claims administrator and certified trainer.
Sean Nitzen has over ten years of experience in workers’ compensation with various size organizations including Crawford & Company and Risk Enterprise Management/Zurich USA. He is IEA certified, a licensed California Claims Administrator and an Associate in Risk Management (ARM).

MEDIA CONTACT: Gus Ortiz, (949) 830-2027.

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KESSLER AMERICA Celebrates 10 Years of Providing Top Quality Height-Adjustable Ergonomic Worktables

KESSLER AMERICA announced that this year marks their tenth year of providing top quality height-adjustable ergonomic worktables.

Norcross, GA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- KESSLER AMERICA announced that this year marks their tenth year of providing top quality height-adjustable ergonomic worktables.

Siegfried Kessler, President, who heads the KESSLER Group of Companies, said, “In 1995, it became clear to me that our company had to increase our market presence in the Western Hemisphere with a U.S. subsidiary.”
Further, he said, “Immediately, establishing dealer relations, supplying unsurpassed product quality and offering unmatched responsiveness definitely contributed to our success.”

John Kovacs, Vice President & General Manager, who oversees all operations and who has been a driving force since Day One in Norcross, Georgia, proudly reports, “Automotive interior suppliers like Johnson Controls and furniture manufacturers like LA-Z-BOY rely on KESSLER height-adjustable worktables. Manufacturing companies can all benefit by increasing productivity, improving product quality, reducing lost-time incidents and decreasing workers comp expenses.”

As a world leading supplier of top quality height-adjustable ergonomic worktables, industrial workbenches and pedal systems, KESSLER combines old-time values with cutting-edge technology. The parent company was founded in Southern Germany in 1897. Their modular design enables hundreds of configurations as well as customized solutions for various industries.

For information: www.kessler-ergo.com or
Phone: 001-678-793-4100

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Lake Champlain Chocolates Opens LEED-Certified Packaging & Distribution Facility

Lake Champlain Chocolates (LCC) opened a packaging and distribution facility constructed in accordance with LEED® certification at 444 Pine Street in Burlington.

Burlington, VT (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Lake Champlain Chocolates (LCC) opened a packaging and distribution facility constructed in accordance with LEED® certification at 444 Pine Street in Burlington. The building, formerly a manufacturing plant, is down the street from LCC’s 750 Pine Street location, and will consolidate packaging, warehousing, and shipping. Manufacturing, administration, the Factory Store & Cafe, and factory tours will continue to be at 750 Pine Street. Leadership in Energy Efficiency and Design (LEED) is a voluntary, consensus-based green building national standard developed by the U.S. Green Building Council for constructing high-performance, sustainable buildings.

“Our customers appreciate Lake Champlain Chocolates being environmentally responsible, and LEED certification makes sense for many additional reasons,” said Jim Lampman, founder and president of LCC. “It creates a healthier workplace for our employees, reduces our environmental impact, and produces operational efficiencies for the lifetime of the building.”

The 47,000 square foot building is expected to earn LEED certification based on qualities such as energy-efficient HVAC & lighting fixtures including daylight & occupancy sensors, utilizing natural light through energy-efficient skylights & windows, high insulation values for the walls & roof, low-emitting materials, water-efficient plumbing fixtures, increased ventilation effectiveness, using FSC-certified finished woods, designating recycling & bike rack areas, and recycling building materials during construction. Further reduction in environmental impact was achieved by refurbishing an existing building and sourcing the majority of building materials locally. The building is 27% more energy efficient than one built to code, and will cost 42% less to operate.

The architect is John Anderson of John Anderson Studio. The general contractor is Tom Mackin of TFM Construction Company. John F. Penney, PE of JFP Consulting Services, PC is the commissioning agent. The mechanical and electrical systems were constructed under a design build contract. Additional team members were Burlington Electric Department, Climate Systems, and Hegeman Electric.

The U.S. Green Building Council is the nation’s leading coalition of corporations, builders, universities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations working together to promote buildings and communities that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work. Since its founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 6,300 member companies and organizations, a 75-person professional staff, a broad portfolio of LEED® rating systems and services, the industry’s popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, and a network of over 70 local chapters, affiliates, and organizing groups.

Lake Champlain Chocolates offers sweet indulgences that capture the essence of Vermont, the tradition of making fine chocolate, and the pride that goes into each bite. Preservative-free and Kosher-certified, Lake Champlain Chocolates are crafted in small batches from the finest quality Belgian chocolate and select natural ingredients including local Vermont cream, sweet butter, maple syrup, and honey. Lake Champlain Chocolates are available online at www.lakechamplainchocolates.com, toll-free at 1-800-465-5909, as corporate gifts & wedding favors, at three company-owned retail stores in Vermont, and nationwide at specialty food & gift stores and upscale hotels & inns.

This press release is online at http://www.lakechamplainchocolates.com/NewsItem.aspx?pn_deptid=477

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Jova Solutions Announces Image Sensor Lab ISL-1600 Version 2 Low-cost, Integrated CMOS Image Sensor/Camera Module Evaluation, Specification and Test Solution

Image Sensor Lab™ ISL-1600, from Jova Solutions, is a CMOS image sensor and camera module test solution, which provides a full range of CMOS image sensor interface, control, test, evaluation and comparison capabilities in one low-cost (less than $5000), small-footprint test product. The fully integrated hardware/software solution supports testing on a wide variety of CMOS image sensors, with a full complement of evaluation and test functionality, for needs ranging from end-product development to manufacturing line functional testing.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 19, 2006 -- Jova Solutions today announced Version 2 of Image Sensor Lab™ ISL-1600, an expanded version of its CMOS image sensor and camera module test solution, which provides a full range of CMOS image sensor interface, control, test, evaluation and comparison capabilities in one low-cost (less than $5000), small-footprint test product. The fully integrated hardware/software solution supports testing on a wide variety of CMOS image sensors, with a full complement of evaluation and test functionality, for needs ranging from end-product development to manufacturing line functional testing.

The ISL-1600 features, out-of-box, a fully integrated interface, control and test electronics, and advanced analysis and characterization software. It provides CMOS image sensor die manufacturers, module developers, and end-product manufacturers with a low-cost, simple way to interface to, control and test CMOS image sensors/modules. It also provides product development engineers with sophisticated software to fully exercise and evaluate image sensors/modules.

ISL-1600 2.0 is a generic engineering solution for the full evaluation of CMOS image sensors that can test most image sensor designs, regardless of the die or module manufacturer. ISL-1600 2.0 provides a low-cost replacement to “dinosaur” test equipment solutions, which initially cost many thousands of dollars and are quickly becoming obsolete. It replaces “cobbled together” in-house systems that combine sensors, power supplies and cables with homegrown software to create an ad hoc test system. And, it provides superior performance compared to dedicated-chip demo boards provided by die manufacturers or unreliable manual inspection.

"The ISL-1600 provided us with a turnkey solution for our CMOS image sensor based camera module testing requirements. Instead of spending valuable engineering hours developing a custom hardware interface for our camera modules we could focus our efforts on developing our products," said George Kelly, Advanced Development Manager at Aurora Optical. Aurora Optical, Biomorphic, Epos, Exbiblio, Flextronics, Imaging Works, Multi-Fineline Electronix and Samsung and are using ISL-1600 for sensor testing and evaluation.

“We built the ISL 1600 to respond to a growing need by CMOS Image Sensor users to compare and evaluate dies and modules both for product development and test,” said Martin Vasey, CEO of Jova Solutions. “ISL 1600 Version 1 had an excellent reception in the field. Version 2, amongst other changes, adds bi-directional voltage level buffers, improved Master Clock options, SPI and I2C sensor communication, and double buffered and consecutive image sequence capture.”

About Jova Solutions
Jova Solutions (formerly WireWorks West) provides advanced solutions and services for automation and networked data management for many industries including: Image Sensor Lab ISL-1600 for CMOS image sensor testing; EMWorks for electronics manufacturing; Test Instrument Module Systems (TIMS) for I2C/SPI communication or motion control; and FermWorks for biotechnology and pharmaceutical laboratory process control and data management. Leveraging its proven core platforms for process control, Jova Solutions creates software solutions and complementary products that match the business and technical requirements of specific markets. Jova Solutions’ biotechnology and pharmaceutical customers include: Applied Biosystems, Bayer, BioMarin, Centocor, Genentech, Medtronic, MIT, NexBio, Novozymes, San Jose State University, Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and Visx. Its electronics manufacturing, and telecommunications clients include: Aurora Optical, Apple Computer, Biomorphic, Exbiblio, Epos, Ericsson, Flexics, Flextronics, Imaging Works, Medtronic, Multi-Fineline Electronix, NASA Ames, Nanosys, New Focus, Nikon, Reliant, Samsung, Tessera and University of Florida. For more information, please visit: www.jovasolutions.com.

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A Plus Warehouse Exclusively Offers KingCab Storage Cabinets, the Heaviest Capacity Steel Cabinet Available Online

Industrial KingCab units come in countertop or freestanding models made of heavy duty 12 gauge steel, making them virtually indestructible.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- A Plus Warehouse, an online business-to-business distributor of industrial storage equipment, now offers the heaviest capacity metal storage cabinets available on the Internet. Constructed from all welded 12 gauge steel, KingCab Storage Cabinets offer the durability and holding capacity needed to accommodate the industrial storage needs of businesses and manufacturers.

Offering an extensive online selection of storage, handling, and distribution equipment, A Plus Warehouse has served the industrial supply and equipment needs of business, government agencies, public and private schools, and the military for over ten years. A Plus Warehouse’s diverse online catalogue of industrial equipment includes brand-name manufactures, hard-to-find items, and exclusive offerings. With coast-to-coast warehouses, A Plus Warehouse is able to stock more heavy duty industrial equipment on-site than any other distributor in the industry and ensure fast delivery to any location in the United States, usually shipping most orders within 48 hours. A Plus Warehouse provides the fast, convenient service that enables its customers to obtain the industrial equipment they need as soon as they need it.

With a minimum holding capacity of 1000 pounds, heavy duty steel lockers are the ideal storage solution for industrial manufacturing components, automotive parts, large tools, and a variety of other heavy duty items. As the premier online distributor of heavy duty cabinets, A Plus Warehouse now has a large selection of KingCab Storage Cabinets. Offering the largest holding capacity of any steel locker available on the Internet, KingCab Storage Cabinets are constructed from all welded, 12 gauge steel and are designed to withstand the harshest environmental conditions. Through an exclusive distribution deal with the manufacturer of KingCab Storage Cabinets, A Plus Warehouse always stocks KingCab Storage Cabinets on-site at its nationwide warehouses. This enables A Plus Warehouse to keep the prices of these specialized cabinets affordable while guaranteeing prompt shipment and delivery. Available in a variety of configurations and sizes, businesses and manufactures can find a cabinet perfectly suited for their industrial storage needs and have it shipped the very next day.

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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Transware Offers Translation Process and Multilingual Content Management Tool

Transware launches Ambassador 6.8, a web-based enterprise-wide translation system designed to help organizations automate and manage the translation process.

Pleasanton, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Website managers and other administrators of corporate content face a complex task in guiding volumes of content through the process of multilanguage translation. Today, Transware Inc., a leader in the translation and localization of media-rich content, announced the launch of a tool that can help.

Transware's Ambassador 6.8, the latest release of their globalization content management system allows customers of Transware's translation services to automate the ordering, workflow, approval and review of their translation and localization projects across the company.
"Our customers were looking for help with the overwhelming job of managing content globalization." said Devin Lynch, Transware's President and CEO. "More than just a simple job ordering portal, we've offered them a set of tools in Ambassador 6.8 that provides a workflow to manage that content as well as automating key tasks in the translation process." Lynch said.

Lynch points out that "Customers often think that the key to saving money on translation is in the per word rates of the target language. And it's true that some short--term savings can be had by shopping for the lowest rate per word, but really over the long term, significant savings come to companies with an effective workflow for getting content into and out of the translation process. Ambassador 6.8 is the tool for creating and managing an efficient process. By making our Ambassador technology available to our translation customers, we have added unique and significant value to our service offerings."

Transware's launch of Ambassador 6.8 follows their 2005 acquisition of Globalsight Inc., the leading provider of web localization solutions and positions Transware as one of the only translation service providers to also offer process automation tools.

Ambassador 6.8 improves upon earlier editions of Ambassador by offering customers an advanced customizable work flow engine which can easily connect to internal Content or Document Management System software, customizable word count analysis (same output as Trados), Best in class side by side review functionality at file and segment level with full comment threading and management and a new and highly robust reporting engine for flexible reporting on volume, costing and efficiency.
"We've listened to many customers over the past 10 years," said John Rooney, Vice President of Global Sales for Transware, "and even if they're confident with their translation service provider, the process of moving content around the organization for translation approval and review often has no formal process and can be frustrating. Ambassador 6.8 provides a high level of relief."

About Tramsware
Transware Inc. is a leading provider of language translation and localization services. Transware provide these services for over 90 different languages and specializes in the translation and localization of media-rich content such as websites and E-Learning applications. Founded in 1996, Transware has globalized thousands of products and materials for industry-leading companies like Cisco, Dell, Guidant, Raytheon, Harvard Business School Publishing, Amgen, ThomsonNetg, SkillSoft, and many others. To learn more, visit www.transware.com.

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Smart Homes Now a Reality if You Know What to Look for, Reports Bourne Research

Wireless MEMS sensors and Nanotechnology-based solutions are gaining a foothold in home appliances, which is opening the door to the smart home of the future. But home intelligence isn’t all about electronics. Despite the focus on sensors, nanomaterials are also playing a big role; find out how in the podcast version of The Bourne Report.

Scottsdale, Ariz. (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- From building materials and interior finishes, to home entertainment and even healthcare-related applications, MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems) and Nanotechnology are putting the “smart” in homes, reports Bourne Research in its newly launched podcast of The Bourne Report. Real products moving into the market today are allowing consumers to reduce energy costs and increase comfort, convenience and safety, without having to spend a lot of money; if you know what to look for, the high-tech market research firm says.

“Welcome to the Smart Home” is the most recent installment of The Bourne Report podcast. In this first-of-its-kind podcast, which provides audio excerpts from The Bourne Report, each 4-5 minute episode discusses how emerging technologies, especially MEMS and Nanotechnology, are changing how we live, work and play. Suppliers of MEMS and nanotech-based solutions, OEMs, investors, the media and others with a vested interest in technology will benefit from the unique perspective offered.

Episodes already available address automotive safety, fuel cells, electronic textiles/smart clothes and the food & beverage industry. Upcoming topics will include energy, silver nanoparticles, medical diagnostics, drug delivery, consumer electronics, aerospace, military/defense and even advertising. The episodes can be listened to and/or downloaded directly from The Bourne Report podcast website: http://bournereport.podOmatic.com.

Marlene Bourne, President and Principal Analyst of Bourne Research will also be addressing smart homes at the nanoTX’06 conference being held September 26-28 in Dallas, TX. Her presentation, titled “Welcome to the Smart Home – Emerging Nano/MEMS Products for the Consumer” will take place on September 27th. For more information about The Bourne Report and Bourne Research, please visit: www.bourneresearch.com.

About Bourne Research

Bourne Research is a trusted source of market intelligence, with a specialized focus on MEMS (MicroElectroMechanical Systems), Nanotechnology, and the convergence of both. Its founder, Marlene Bourne, is a highly respected industry analyst with more than a decade of experience following the development of emerging technologies, and is internationally recognized as one of the leading experts on MEMS.

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Aptiform to Mould Self-Reinforced Plastics

Composites Europe 2006 will see the launch of a new business, Aptiform, specifically to mould components from self-reinforced plastics, borne out of extensive development work and increasing customer demand.

Chesterfield, UK (PRWEB) September 18, 2006 -- Composites Europe 2006 will see the launch of a new business, Aptiform, specifically to mould components from self-reinforced plastics, borne out of extensive development work and increasing customer demand.

The business is dedicated to the manufacture of complex components from self-reinforced plastics - a family of materials that offer a unique balance of properties and cost. The unique forming process used by Aptiform allows OEMs to benefit from the light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost offered by self-reinforced plastics.

Self-reinforced plastics bridge the gap between isotropic polymers and fibre-reinforced composites, with stiffness and strength values typically 5 times those of conventional unreinforced plastics.

Because these materials are not contaminated with dissimilar reinforcing materials like glass fibres they can be more easily recycled, whist offering comparable strength and stiffness properties and the advantage of reduced weight.

Moulding self-reinforced plastics via conventional moulding techniques gives mixed results, but Aptiform’s process has been developed over several years in collaboration with leading industrial companies and universities, enabling them to successfully mould complex shapes in these relatively new materials. Their capabilities also include finishing, joining, painting and recycling of self-reinforced plastics, allowing the complete supply of finished, assembled components.

Aptiform will show how OEM’s can benefit from light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost materials at their launch at Composites Europe 2006 in Essen, Germany. On show will be a variety of moulded self-reinforced polypropylene products ranging from painted automotive body panels to medical orthoses, demonstrating the uses of moulded self-reinforced plastic products in the automotive, medical, protective equipment and construction sectors.

Aptiform has been created from the applied research work undertaken at NetComposites, the applied R&D, consultancy and information organisation.

About Aptiform

Aptiform is a moulding business that has been founded specifically to manufacture components from self-reinforced plastics, based on the results of extensive development work undertaken by NetComposites in collaboration with leading industrial companies and universities.

Aptiform is dedicated to the manufacture of complex components from self-reinforced plastics - a family of materials that offer a unique balance of properties and cost. The unique forming process at last allows OEMs to benefit from the light weight, recyclability, high impact performance and low cost offered by self-reinforced plastics.

We work with our customers’ purchasing and technical departments by offering prototyping, product development & project planning to facilitate smooth changes in the supply chain. Our expertise also includes finishing, joining, painting and recycling of self-reinforced plastics, allowing the complete supply of finished, assembled components.

http://www.aptiform.com

About Self-Reinforced Plastics

The impact, weight, temperature and recycling characteristics of self reinforced plastics means that they are ideally suited to a wide range of applications in almost all industrial sectors. Moulded self-reinforced plastic technology is already used by leading companies in the following sectors:

- Construction – Shuttering and Formwork
- Sports and Leisure – Luggage; Loudspeaker Cones
- Automotive – Parcel Shelves; Exterior Panels; Liners
- Marine – Personal Watercraft
- Off-Road Vehicles – High-Impact Exterior Panels
- Protective Equipment –Helmets; Ballistic and Injury Protection
- Medical – Orthoses; Temporary Supports

Compared to incumbent materials such as GMT, GRP or ABS, self reinforced plastic mouldings typically offer significant performance advantages at similar or reduced costs.

About NetComposites

NetComposites was created at the end of 2000 with the specific objective of developing and exploiting new composite materials technologies. The company is active in applied research, development and consultancy, and also has a strong presence in web-based information, all in the field of composite materials. NetComposites is also well-known for its insight into emerging technologies in composites.

The company has manufacturing and prototyping capability to cater for almost all fibres, resins and composite materials, with a history of successfully developing demonstrator parts using new technologies. The company is experienced in developing successful, commercially exploitable outcomes from research projects.

http://www.netcomposites.com

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51-Day Return-on-Investment for Hydroforming Plant -- A Real World Documented Case Study

A supplier of pickup truck side-rail frames wanted to reduce their operating costs and increase profitability. They knew that their current process was not cost effective or environmentally friendly, mainly due to the need to dispose of their entire 1,100-gallon coolant system on a weekly basis. The cost associated with this waste was becoming enormous. In addition, the future impact to the environment due to the coolant/lubricant waste was unknown. This prompted the Production Manager to contact Ronningen-Petter due to an article about industrial filtration he saw on the Internet. After a consultation of their complete process, they got more than they bargained for! They installed a Magnetically Coupled Filter (MCF) on their Hydroforming operation, and in addition to a safer process for their workers and environment, they got a 51-day return on investment!

(PRWEB) September 17, 2006 --
SITUATION

The pickup truck frame manufacturer (the customer) was using press technology to convert a straight mild steel tube into a side-rail, otherwise known as Hydroforming.

As part of the process, coolant is pumped inside of the tube to counteract the forces of the presses to bend and shape the tube into the final product.

After each operation, the coolant goes to an accumulator pit along with oil and metal debris created by the Hydroforming. This coolant is collected and then put through a series of filtration steps to remove the oil, and then the collected metallic particles from the process.

Periodically, the coolant is pumped out of the pit to a paper-band filter, where the larger metallic particles are removed. After this first stage, the coolant goes to a series of cartridge filters to remove the smaller metallic particles. This is known as a staged-filtration process.

The customer had a number of challenges for the Ronningen-Petter MCF filter. First and foremost, the system had to be able to withstand the rigors of this 24/7 operation. Initially, the customer sought to have the MCF -- with 25-micron slotted elements -- replace the cartridge filter.

As with any disposable media filter, the cartridge costs were high, as well as the labor costs to change out the media. In addition, there were the cost to refill the system with chemicals and water -- upwards of $500 each time -- and the disposal costs. All of which were eating in to the bottom line.

Most importantly, the oil and debris content of the coolant system were such that the customer had to dispose of their entire 1,100-gallon system on a weekly basis.

This meant downtime to the manufacturing process to enable them to pump out the system capacity, and subsequently refill the system with fresh coolant.

SOLUTION

The customer decided to install a single Ronningen-Petter MCF filter on the front-end of the process ahead of the first stage, or paper band filter.

Although the ultimate goal was to replace the cartridge filter, the customer wanted to see what influence the MCF might have on the entire system if it was installed at the beginning.

If that challenge was not enough, the customer installed the filter when the coolant system was at its dirtiest, and would normally need replacing. Clearly, the customer was going to give the MCF a rigorous test.

RESULTS

To the customer's surprise, after eight-weeks of operation, they had not replaced a single cartridge filter.

In addition, the customer was able to disconnect the paper-band filter altogether because the coolant quality coming out of the MCF rendered the paper-band filter useless.

If that was not enough, according to the Production Manager "the coolant in the system was the cleanest we had ever seen." Moreover, they "had not needed to replace the coolant in the system during the entire time the MCF was installed."

This meant that over the eight-week operating time, the customer had saved approximately 8,800 gallons of coolant!

An added benefit -- in the customer's eyes -- was the amount of oil the MCF was removing. The oil was agglomerating to the metallic debris in the coolant, and when the debris was removed from the screen, and ultimately purged from the filter, the oil was purged along with it. As a result, the buildup of oils in the coolant was reduced significantly.

Due to this very successful installation, the customer realized measurable savings on:

* The reduced usage of cartridge filter elements.
* The elimination of the labor to change out the cartridges.
* The reduced disposal costs for the cartridges.
* The extended life of the coolant system
( 8 weeks + vs. 1 week ).
* Machine uptime as a result of the extended coolant life

This truly was a case where the performance of a Ronningen-Petter MCF industrial filter exceeded our customer's expectations!

--by Ask Filter Man™

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

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

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U.S. Communities Use Foreign-Trade Zones as a Local Economic Development Tool

The Foreign-Trade Zones Program offers locally-based businesses engaged in international trade an opportunity to enhance their bottom-line competitiveness. By providing FTZ services, American communities benefit from the economic activity that the program promotes.

Mobile, Ala. (PRWEB) September 17, 2006 -- Greg Jones, Senior Consultant for the Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation, discusses U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) program in an article recently published in Expansion Solutions Magazine entitled “Foreign-Trade Zones: Using a Federal-Trade Program as a Local Economic Development Tool.”

The Foreign-Trade Zones Program offers locally-based businesses engaged in international trade an opportunity to enhance their bottom-line competitiveness. U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones differ from many other countries’ “Free Trade Zones,” which have existed in some form or another since Biblical times. Foreign-Trade Zones offer U.S.-based companies more benefits than “Free-Trade Zones.” These benefits include duty exemption on re-exports, relief from “inverted tariffs,” improved logistics, cash flow through duty deferral, no duty on value added, Zone-to-Zone transfers, no duty on damaged or nonconforming items, and duty avoidance on government and military sales.

American communities benefit from the economic activity that the program promotes. When a local business uses the Zones program to enhance its profitability, the economic effects ripple throughout the local and regional economy. First, direct employment is increased or maintained. Second, local suppliers and vendors gain or maintain their geographical advantage because it is easier and cheaper to sell goods or services to the company across the street than to do the same to a company across the ocean. In turn, second, third, and fourth tier suppliers maintain their economic base. In every case, the people involved in this economic activity buy homes, food, and other goods.

Many local governments maintain their operations through the taxation of the economic activity that directly or indirectly results from manufacturing and distribution operations conducted in the Zone. These taxes can be property taxes or taxes on the retail sale of goods, that allow local governments to provide the physical and social infrastructure necessary to maintain their communities as attractive places to live. Foreign-Trade Zones, and the economic activity that they promote, provide funds for schools, roads, hospitals, police, fire and sanitation services, as well as the building and expansion of the infrastructure associated with trade, such as port facilities, intermodal centers, airports, air cargo centers, universities, and so on.

Jones began working in the FTZ program in 1986, and has been an active member in the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ) since 1987. He served as president of the NAFTZ from 1993 to 1995, and was designated as an Honorary Life Member in 2000. The Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation is a service provider offering FTZ cost-benefit analyses, FTZ Board applications, training, assistance in designing, creating and managing Zone projects, and its SmartZone® Foreign-Trade Zone management software.

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On line Glasses Supplier Has Been Stunning Affiliates

Europe’s leading online supplier of spectacles www.spex4less.com has been stunning their affiliates with an amazing visitor to sales ratio.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Most affiliate marketers expect conversion rates of 1% (eg. 100 visitors to 1 Sale) from their affiliate programs. So it’s no wonder spex4less has been receiving great feedback from their affiliates and new subscribers, with visitor to sales ratios of approximately 30 to 1 and in some cases less.

Spex4less has spent the last two years developing and testing their web site, sales copy and order process to obtain a maximum visitor to sale ratio before pushing their affiliate program, and it’s certainly paid off.

Spex4less is now heavily promoting their two tier affiliate program which boasts a whopping 10% commission and 5% for sub affiliate sales on an average basket value of £58 GBP.

Mark Bowden, spokesperson for the company, explains why the spex4less affiliate program is unique. "As we supply a vast array of prescription eyewear from amazingly cheap glasses, designer glasses to specialist sports eyewear like snooker glasses, fishing glasses, squash goggles along with prescription safety glasses and non prescription sunglasses. There’s something relevant for almost any web site on the internet.

"Affiliate marketers know that commissions only come rolling in if the affiliate links are relevant to the particular web site that features them and I wouldn’t insult their intelligence by stating otherwise.

"However, with our massive range we can cater for almost any web site. For example, sports web sites such as fishing, snooker, skiing and extreme sports web sites to bargain style websites like senior discounts etc. With a little thought the list is endless."

Nearly 60% of the population require prescription eyewear which normally doesn’t come cheap, so when a visitor comes through, let say, a snooker glasses link and discovers that the company can also provide that visitors' normal glasses, commission streams become two fold.

"We are expecting to attract a large amount of network marketers wishing to take advantage of our two tier system," he said. "Marketers can sign up free with a view to promoting our affiliate program to web site owners and hence recruiting an army of sub affiliates generating them a 5% re-occurring residual income."

As spex4less operates its own in house affiliate program, they can provide real time statistics along with all the promotional materials needed to get started and for the next few months spex4less will be featuring each new affiliate in a promotional news release.

More information can be found at www.spex4less.com/affiliate/welcome.html

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U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program Use Grows Among U.S. Based Manufacturing Operations

Growth in the use of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program continues, especially in the manufacturing sector. International trade agreements would seem to reduce the savings opportunities available through the FTZ Program, but savings such as relief from the "inverted tariff" relationships created by those agreements have actually encouraged businesses to use the program to reduce their Customs-related costs.

Mobile, Ala. (PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Greg Jones, Senior Consultant for the Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation, discusses growth in use of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Program among U.S.-based manufacturers in an upcoming article in Trade & Industry Development entitled “Making it in America: Use of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program Continues to Grow Among U.S. Based Manufacturing Operations.”

The 66th Annual Report of the Foreign-Trade Zones Board to the Congress of the United States shows continued growth in the use of the U.S. FTZ Program, especially in the manufacturing sector, with shipments received at General-Purpose Zones and Subzones increasing more than $50 billion last year to a total of more than $300 billion.

While the proliferation of free trade agreements would seem to reduce the costs of Customs duties that form the basis of Zone-related savings opportunities, today’s changing trade environment creates challenges that encourage the continued growth of the program.

The FTZ Program offers U.S.-based companies benefits that are not available under many of the foreign “Free Trade Zone” regimes. One key benefit of the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zones Program is relief from “inverted tariff” relationships. For example, the pre-Uruguay Round tariff rate on capacitors was 10%, while the tariff on etched capacitor foil used to produce capacitors was 5.3%. This encouraged U.S.-based manufacturers to manufacture capacitors on U.S. soil, using imported etched capacitor foil.

However, under the Information Technology Agreement (part of the Uruguay Round Tariff reductions), capacitors may be imported at the rate of “free,” while imported etched capacitor foil remains dutiable at a rate of 5.3%. The FTZ Program eliminates this disincentive to produce capacitors in the United States, allowing the effective duty rate on etched capacitor foil to be reduced to the rate of “free,” if it is used in the manufacture of a capacitor in a Foreign-Trade Zone.

Manufacturing operations use the FTZ Program to manufacture products as diverse as computers, video and telecommunications equipment, plastics, food products, power tools and lawn care products, industrial and agricultural equipment, large and small appliances, medical equipment, chemicals and petrochemicals, automobiles and auto parts, pharmaceuticals, ships, and sporting goods.

Greg Jones began working in the FTZ program in 1986, and has been an active member in the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ) since 1987. He served as president of the NAFTZ from 1993 to 1995, and was designated as an Honorary Life Member in 2000. The Foreign-Trade Zone Corporation is a service provider offering FTZ cost-benefit analyses, FTZ Board applications, activation with Customs and Border Protection (CBP), training, assistance in designing, creating and managing Zone projects, and its SmartZone® Foreign-Trade Zone management software.

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Promote Your Business with Luxury Conference Folders

Embraced by the business world for its stylish practicality, the black leather conference folder has taken on iconic status in the modern corporate workplace and continues to be an automatic choice for the organised, hard working professional.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- The popularity of conference folders is unsurprising thanks to an evolution that has seen them meet the ever-changing demands of modern business for many years. With the concept of a truly paperless office remaining just that, the need to be able to carry documents and other essentials in a secure and presentable manner looks set to stay as prevalent as ever.

Companies are now viewing conference folders and other items as far more than functional necessities and appreciate the promotional opportunities that they present for subtle, inexpensive branding techniques at corporate events of all magnitude from trade shows to executive meetings.

This level of marketing is often overlooked in favour of expensive often ineffective alternatives, but businesses are fast realising the potential of raising the profile of their brand in this way and are seeing real reward from such a cost-effective approach.

With the longevity and popularity of the leather conference folder seemingly assured, the obvious opportunity to employ this boardroom favourite for promotional use is becoming difficult to overstate.

Promotional Conference Folders is a leading UK supplier of conference folders and personal organisers that can be easily embossed or foil blocked with corporate logos and other designs available in a range of sizes and styles.

To find out more about promotional conference folders visit www.promotional-conference-folders.co.uk

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Laundryhomepage Launches Site Redesign With Comprehensive Business Search, More Content

Laundryhomepage, B2B website for self-service coin laundry owners and professionals, has launched a comprehensive site re-design that includes a new look, the most comprehensive and fully searchable business directory, articles and press releases. These changes make it easier for online consumers to connect with industry professionals and find information they need.

New York (PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Laundryhomepage, B2B website for self-service coin laundry owners and professionals, has launched a comprehensive site re-design that includes a new look, the most comprehensive and fully searchable business directory, articles and press releases. These changes make it easier for online consumers to connect with industry professionals and find information they need.

The new features start on the home page – located at www.laundryhomepage.com - with need-to-know articles, editorials, Video News, press releases and polls. Consumers can easily search for coin-laundry companies by entering a product category for manufacturers, state for dealers and distributors, or by company name. In addition, Laundryhomepage.com offers priority ranked business-listing ads for companies participating in the Link Exchange Program.

Laundryhomepage.com goal is to be the comprehensive source for self-service coin laundry owners. The Business Directory with over 800 companies serving this industry is the major step in this direction. It gives on-line users the opportunity to find the dealer serving their area, or all the companies selling the product they need in a very short period of time. All of the website services are absolutely free for on-line consumers. Laundryhomepage.com also offers variety of FREE or low cost promotional opportunities for advertisers.

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Asbestos Industry Directory Proving Popular with Both Companies and Search Engines

Launched just a fortnight ago, the new and revolutionary online Asbestos Industry Directory has been receiving masses of applications for its Free and Priority listings, and the search engines love it!

(PRWEB) September 16, 2006 -- Launched just a fortnight ago, the new and revolutionary online Asbestos Industry Directory has been receiving masses of applications for its Free and Priority listings, and the search engines love it!

With twenty asbestos-related categories from asbestos laboratories to asbestos project management and asbestos software, users are guaranteed to find what they are looking for with the online industry directory.

Unlike other directories who contain all asbestos companies under one generic heading of ‘asbestos’, the Asbestos Industry Directory enables customers to search with ease by only allowing only the relevant companies to register with the directory, therefore, searchers wanting to find asbestos roofing contractors will only find asbestos roofing contractors.

All companies to register on the site are offered 3 Free listings including a link to their website, which have so far proved to be very popular, with the Asbestos Industry Directory receiving many applications daily.

Priority listings are also proving extremely popular; currently being offered at an introductory rate the Priority listings shown at the top of each page, include the company’s logo, 40 word description, profile page, website and multimap links and all contact information. Each category page from asbestos trade associations to asbestos training providers and asbestos waste services will have three priority listings, to get one please visit http://www.industrydirectory.co.uk/priority-listing.asp

For more information please visit www.industrydirectory.co.uk

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September 15, 2006

National Industrial Skills Shortage Addressed by Training Partnerships

Business Industrial Network announced that it has expanded its relationship with Control Station in response to the industry’s growing need for process control training services. Continuing education is the primary way for Instrument Technicians, Engineers, Maintenance and other industrial personnel to keep up with the evolving technology.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Business Industrial Network and Control Station have agreed to immediately expand the number and geographic reach of their combined industrial training services to address this market need, starting with the Atlanta training location. These process control training services apply a hands-on approach to training production workers on proven techniques for analyzing and optimizing process control systems. This process control training has immediate application value for the industry, enabling them to reduce energy consumption, increase production throughput, and maintain higher levels of quality control. With such improvements, manufacturers can regain their competitive stature in an increasingly competitive global marketplace as well as well as strengthen for the upcoming industry wide skill shortage.

In his recent article Skills Shortage, Dan Sussman noted that "a lack of training, both in schools and on the job, have resulted in a severe shortage of skilled manufacturing employees". Don Fitchett, president of Business Industrial Network adds; "As the baby boomers retire, organizations will lose much of the knowledge and industrial skills those employees gained over the years. This process and control training meets our objectives of counter-acting the negative effects by replacing what was once a ‘feeling’ for the process, with an exact science and knowledge.

Comments from the University of Texas’ Thomas Edgar support Control Station and BIN95’s plan to expand the scope of their process control training solutions. In the February 2006 edition of Control Engineering Magazine, Edgar wrote: "The disturbing fact is that many recent graduates feel shortchanged when they learn how critical process control is to their job effectiveness, and how little they understand about it from their undergraduate education." At most production facilities, university-trained production staff possess engineering degrees from disciplines ranging from mechanical and electrical to chemical and aeronautical. However, process control is only taught as part of a chemical engineering curriculum at most universities, leaving a critical gap in the training of most staff.

"The need for a better-skilled domestic workforce has been documented, and we are responding with industrial training services that make a positive impact," commented Dennis Nash, Control Station President. "Through our partnership with BIN95 we are equipping production workers with proven techniques for improving control rather than distracting them with theoretical concepts that have little to no application value. Training workers to accurately diagnose underperforming control systems and to consistently implement corrective actions are the objectives of our training."

Training workshops delivered through the partnership will be based on Control Station’s portfolio of hands-on Practical Process Control© workshops. Workshops will focus on the real-world application of proven techniques for improving the performance of PID controllers and for optimizing overall plant performance. Practical Process Control© was originally developed to support the training needs of academics before being introduced to industry in the early 90s. Today, Control Station’s curriculum is applied in training the next generation of process control professionals at over 100 colleges and universities worldwide. Leading companies such as Chevron, Holcim, Honeywell, and Lafarge also look to Control Station for enhancing the skills of production staff through training.

Scheduled throughout 2006 and 2007, workshops will be hosted at the Microsoft Building next to Business Industrial Network’s headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri and at their Stone Mountain training location in Atlanta, Georgia. Details are available through http://www.BIN95.com or http://www.ControlStation.com

About Business Industrial Network
Business Industrial Network's (BIN95.com) core business is delivering world class onsite engineering and maintenance training, specializing in Allen Bradley equipment. With over 150 facilities for local training, Business Industrial Network delivers off-site maintenance training in major cities across the United States. Working closely with their partners, Business Industrial Network offers a comprehensive suite of maintenance, management, mechanical and electrical training services.
http://www.BIN95.com

About Control Station, Inc.
Control Station, Inc. is a leading provider of automatic process control solutions, including easy-to-use software technologies, practical training services, and structured methods. The Company's LOOP-PRO Product Suite offers robust and easy-to-use software tools, making for fast solutions and optimal process performance. Practical Process Control is Control Station's portfolio of hands-on training workshops. Control Station provides process control solutions to leading companies across the process industries.
http://www.controlstation.com

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LubricationWorld Conference in Chattanooga Delivers Machinery Lubrication Best Practices

More than 600 maintenance and reliability professionals from around the world participated in the "sold out" 2nd Annual LubricationWorld Conference on reliability based industrial machinery lubrication.

Chattanooga TN (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -– More than 600 maintenance and reliability professionals from around the world participated in the “sold out” 2nd Annual LubricationWorld Conference on reliability based industrial machinery lubrication.

“This is largest event of its type,” explained conference producer Terrence O’Hanlon, CMRP. “All of the lubrication events we have seen are produced by people who sell lubrication training, lubrication services or the lubricants themselves. I think our audience appreciates the independent position of LubricationWorld. Lubrication is one of the most important elements of a plant machinery reliability program and leading companies and making significant investment into upgrading lubrication practices and skills on the plant floor.”

Machinery maintenance and lubrication best practices were explained by representatives from Boeing Commercial Airplane Company, Tennessee Valley Authority, the US Air Force, Sand Hills Coal and Cargill. Independent lubrication expert Ray Thibault, CLS, OMA led “The Oil Analysis Game” a full day interactive simulation designed to improve the diagnostic skills of maintenance and lubrication.profesionals.

Leading sponsors included Chevron,Uptime, Timken, MasteringMaintenance.com, Allied Reliability and Commtest Instruments.

PBR Automotive was awarded the Uptime Lubrication Program of the Year and Westar Energy was awarded Best Oil Analysis Program during a special ceremony at the Chattanooga Convention Center.

LubricationWorld is a focused 4 day “community of learning” event and is attended by over 600 maintenance and reliability professionals including the world’s leading experts in Predictive Maintenance, Motor Testing, Oil Analysis and Lubrication technologies.

The next LubricationWorld conference is collocated with PdM-2007 - The Predictive Maintenance Technology Conference and will be held at The Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas from September 11-13, 2007.

More information can be found online at http://www.maintenanceconference.com

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Chemical Methods, Inc. Expands Programs that Help U.S. Manufacturers Compete in a Global Economy

The United States has been losing factories to low cost labor countries such as China and Mexico for many years. The only way for U.S. factories to compete in the global economy is to work smarter, be more efficient and make use of technology. Chemical Methods’ unique process monitoring and control systems are supporting this effort.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- The United States has been losing factories to low cost labor countries such as China and Mexico for many years. The only way for U.S. factories to compete in the global economy is to work smarter, be more efficient and make use of technology. Chemical Methods’ unique process monitoring and control systems are supporting this effort.

“Our customers compete in tough global markets including steel, aluminum, automotive, appliance, railroad, aerospace, oil services, and metal furniture. They need help to constantly increase productivity, increase quality and reduce costs in order to deal with low cost labor offshore competitors,” said Dan Richards President & CEO of Chemical Methods.

Chemical Methods’ laboratories develop specialty chemicals that are used in factories that make products out of metal. These custom chemicals fall into broad categories of metalworking fluids, cleaners, surface treatments, and corrosion inhibitors. In 2003 Chemical Methods brought the power of the web to the shop floor with the MyWasher® program designed for customers using specialty cleaner and surface treatment products. MyWasher is a unique service that marries electronic probes and Internet monitoring to provide 24 x 7 process control to wash lines. The program has been a great success to help customers increase product quality, decrease operating costs and increase profits.

This year Chemical Methods is expanding their 24 x 7 process control program to metalworking fluids. Using the same Embedded Sensor® technology linked to the Internet, the MyTubeMill® and MyCoolant® programs provide customers using specialty coolants/lubricants the benefits of higher quality, lower cost and increased profits.

“What we are doing with this program is taking the burden of maintaining the coolant chemistry off the shoulders of the customer so they can focus on their more important production challenges,” said Thomas Rogers, Business Development Manager for Chemical Methods.

“We launched this new program as MyTubeMill.net working with our customers who are making steel pipe and tube. Now we are taking the program further as MyCoolant.net to all customers that use specialty coolants and lubes. We are very proud to be part of the effort to keep a strong manufacturing base here in the United States,” commented Tom Fabek VP Sales & Marketing.

Now in its 35th year, Chemical Methods is a leader in developing and marketing innovative surface treatment chemicals, metalworking fluids and corrosion inhibitors. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. More information about the company and its capabilities is available at the web site www.chemicalmethods.com

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Industry Prepares for the Next Jump in Internet Technology

The ECCMA conference in Hershey, PA starts October 25th 2006 and will focus on ISO standards that are set to change supply chain management and dramatically increase the speed and accuracy of web search engines. The standards are based on a little known $3 billion government investment in descriptive technology often described as the DNA of logistics.

Hershey, PA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- ECCMA, DLIS and representatives of NATO AC/135 have been working with ISO Technical Committee 184, Subcommittee 4 (ISO TC 184/SC 4) on ISO 22745, a standard for the maintenance and application of open technical dictionaries as metadata registries. Coded metadata represents the building blocks needed to create unambiguous language independent descriptions and is the key to the cataloging system. The group has also been working on ISO 8000, a new standard for data quality that address the issues of registered metadata and data provenance, critical aspects to long term data retention.

It has been five years since the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS) and the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) first met at an ISO meeting in San Francisco. They subsequently agreed to work together on the conversion of the Federal Cataloging System into an open international standard. In 2004 the NATO Allied Committee 135 (AC/135) entered into an agreement with ECCMA to leverage the expertise and support from the international NATO codification community.

ISO TC 184/SC 4 was chosen by the group as it is responsible for the key international standards that lie hidden at the heart of industrial design and manufacturing systems. These standards protect vital industrial information by providing a neutral format for the exchange of data between competing software applications.

ECCMA member companies expect both ISO 22745 and ISO 8000 to have a rapid impact on electronic commerce and supply chain management. The conference will feature workshops on implementing the ECCMA Open Technical Dictionary (eOTD) and the associated XML schemas for cataloging templates and encoded data exchange.

The conference will bring together international product cataloging experts, catalog users from government and industry, leading cataloging application and service providers as well as members of NATO and ISO experts and delegates from over thirty countries. Given the synergy between the groups it will be a truly unique event and ECCMA is honored to host the 50th meeting of ISO TC 184/SC 4 at its annual meeting in Hershey.

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Charles Shor of Paper Bag Manufacturer, Duro, Announces Continued Efforts to Help the Environment

Charles Shor, president and CEO of Duro Bag Manufacturing Company, announced the recent inclusion of the Duro Bag organization as a member and stakeholder in the Sustainable Packaging Coalition. Through informed design practice, supply chain collaboration, education and innovation, Duro and the SPC strive to transform packaging, including paper bags, to recycle more and become more environment friendly.

Florence, KY (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Charles Shor, president and CEO of Duro Bag Manufacturing Company at www.durobag.com, announced the recent inclusion of the Duro Bag organization as a member and stakeholder in the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (www.sustainablepackaging.org).

According to C. Shor, "Duro has long provided environmentally preferable product to a wide range of retail bag applications and we are thrilled to find another very focused vehicle to support the design, development, manufacture and use of environmentally preferred packaging." Charles Shor, Chairman and CEO of Duro continued, "We join a significant number of our customers, suppliers and market peers in this effort to promote a sustainable packaging strategy. It is an exceptional team that intends to focus the significant resources of this enlightened coalition on this very critical mandate."

The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), formed in 2003 as a project of the nonprofit GreenBlue Institute, is an industry working group inspired by cradle to cradle principles and dedicated to creating a more robust environmental vision for packaging. Through informed design practice, supply chain collaboration, education and innovation, the SPC strives to transform packaging, including paper bags, into a system that encourages an economically prosperous and sustainable flow of materials, creating lasting value for present and future generations.

Most recently, the SPC and its members completed version 1.0 of the Definition of Sustainable Packaging. This definition represents an important first step in articulating a common understanding of the term “sustainable packaging.” It provides a vision and a framework for understanding activities directed toward improving packaging and continues to inform the future vision of the coalition and its individual member-companies. The Definition of Sustainable Packaging document emphasizes safety and health issues for individuals and communities within the whole of the packaging production process and advocates for the use of renewable or recycled source materials using clean production technologies and industry best practices.

The Sustainable Packaging Coalition is located in Charlottesville, VA and the media contact is Matthew Gaventa (434) 817-1424 (ext. 308).

The Duro Bag Manufacturing Company www.durobag.com was founded in 1953 in Ludlow, Kentucky. Still privately-held and family-owned and operated, under the leadership of Charles Shor, Duro Bag has grown to be the largest paper bag manufacturer in the United States. Duro Bag continues to celebrate over 50 years of commitment to producing quality products, customer service and shipping bags of exceptional value to their clients.

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SkyCreek to Exhibit at ASFMI International's 2006 World Conference, Being Held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006

SkyCreek Corporation, a leader in proactive customer contact solutions, announced today that they will be exhibiting at ASFMI International’s 2006 World Conference, the 36th S-Business Education Summit and Exposition, being held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006. SkyCreek will promote its industry-leading pre-built and custom outbound IVR applications used by customer care and field service organizations to improve operational effectiveness, drive customer-centricity, increase revenue and enhance brand equity.

Herndon, VA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- SkyCreek Corporation (www.skycreek.com), a leader in proactive customer contact solutions, announced today that they will be exhibiting at ASFMI International's 2006 World Conference, the 36th S-Business Education Summit and Exposition, being held at the Gaylord Palm Resort & Convention Center, Orlando, Florida, September 17-20, 2006.

The 2006 AFSMI 36th S-Business Education Summit & Exposition is an annual event that brings together field service executives interested in creating new revenue opportunities, driving customer retention and staying ahead of the competition. Building on the momentum of the last three years, the 2006 conference sessions will focus on driving organizational change, reducing costs, maximizing service revenue, leveraging emerging technologies and exceeding customer expectations.

SkyCreek's proactive outbound customer contact applications empower customer care and field service organizations to drive customer-centricity, improve operational effectiveness, increase revenue, lower costs, and enhance brand equity by closing the communication loop with the customer.

About SkyCreek Corporation
SkyCreek provides pre-built and custom outbound voice applications to communication and cable firms on top of its industry-leading, Call Notify IVR Platform, SkyCreek's Call Notify IVR Platform is a web-based, VoiceXML-compliant platform designed for rapid application development, integration, and implementation. The platform is comprised of three easy-to-use web-based components for the design, management and reporting of any voice application. Our Call Notify IVR Platform, Pre-Built and Custom Voice Applications, enable firms to improve customer care, reduce cost and increase revenue. In short, we provide the technology and solutions to empower companies to improve operational effectiveness and drive customer-centricity. SkyCreek is a privately held company located in Herndon, Virginia. The company has been providing customer contact solutions for 15 plus years. During this time, SkyCreek's technology and applications have been used by our customers to make over one billion proactive outbound calls. For more information, please visit the SkyCreek website at www.SkyCreek.com.

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Acrosser Launches the New Intel Ultra Low Voltage Celeron Mini-ITX Motherboard

Acrosser's first Mini-ITX form factor Fanless Motherboard based on Intel® Celeron® Ultra Low Voltage 400MHz and 650MHz processor accompanied with VIA CN400 plus VT8237R chipset features perfect computing performance with low power consumption.

(PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Acrosser's first Mini-ITX form factor Fanless Motherboard based on Intel® Celeron® Ultra Low Voltage 400MHz and 650MHz processor accompanied with VIA CN400 plus VT8237R chipset features perfect computing performance with low power consumption.

Integrated with VIA UniChrome Pro 2D/3D graphic core, AR-B1693 is capable of delivering exceptional playback and various video format streaming while provides broad range of integrated storage, multimedia and high-bandwidth interfaces such as VIA enhanced audio, 10/100 Ethernet, USB2.0 connectivity, Serial ATA, UDMA IDE port and PCI slot that enhance overall system performance on a 170mm x 170mm Mini-ITX form factor.With above all, AR-B1693 is an all-in-one, multi-functionality platform perfectly suits for POS, KIOSK and other applications requiring low power consumption, low noise computing environment.

AR-B1693 Features
•Embedded Intel Ultra Low Voltage Celeron® processor
•Support DDR 266/333/400 SDRAM, Max. 1GB memory
•On-Board 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
•Support 18-bit dual channel LVDS interface
•2x SATA, 6x USB 2.0, 2x COM, Watchdog timer, 1x PCI slot, IrDA

For more information on the AR-B1693 solution, or any other Acrosser solutions, please contact your local Acrosser sales rep today.

About Acrosser
Founded in 1987, Acrosser is one of the leading suppliers of industrial computing hardware in the world. To make life easier by taking advantage of advanced automated technology, Acrosser is the first to develop the revolutionary ROM/SRAM disk card, which solved the disk-drive stability problems that plagued early industrial automation industry. Acrosser offers complete product lines that would help customers to succeed in various industries such as Networking, Industrial Automation, POS/POI/KIOSK/ATM, and Gaming/Multimedia. More information about Acrosser is available at http://www.acrosser.com.

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Thousands of Offerings to Sell Lubricants Added to Worldwide Industrial Marketplace

New Directory of Lubricants and Petroleum products helps industrial and technical buyers locate manufacturers and distributors of lubricants worldwide.

Westboro, MA (PRWEB) September 15, 2006 -- Worldwide Industrial Marketplace, a division of Donald LaBelle Associates, today announced it added a new directory of lubricants and petroleum based products, systems and equipment to its online industrial portal at WorldwideIndustrialMarketplace.com

The wide range of lubricants available in the directory include offerings from thousands of manufacturers and suppliers found throughout the company's network of industrial directories, all of which are searchable directly from the Worldwide Industrial Marketplace Web site.

The directory can be accessed at, http://www.WorldwideIndustrialMarketplace.com/directory/lubricants_petroleum.html

Lubricants available in the directory include military specification, punch press, solid film, lubricants stick form, rubber bearing, saw, silicone, textile machinery, tire mounting, traction, solid state lubricants, spring, tube expander, tungsten disulfide, silver, synthetic, biodegradable lubricants, CVT, environmentally safe, high temperature, compressor lubricants, dry film, electric contact, firearm, computer, gun drilling, cable, chain and high pressure lubricants.

Other lubricants include high temperature, low temperature, forging, friction and wear, gage, gear, food grade, grinding wheel, mining lubricants, mold, oil, window, packing, water repellent, graphite, grinding, stamping, steel mill, pneumatic tool lubricants, powder form, machinery, pipe joint, specialty, spray, pipe thread, soap, custom synthetic, cylinder, die casting, aerosol, air tool, anti-seize, diesel fuel, drawing and stamping lubricants.

Additional lubricants added to the directory include automotive, aircraft, bearing, electric switch, conductive, construction, conveyor, extreme pressure, fibre, cutting, fiber optic, cutting tool lubricants, fifth wheel, fire resistant, stopcock, marine, metalworking, grease, textile, turbine, mica, refrigeration lubricants, tape, tapping, wire drawing, vacuum, valve, wire pulling, temporary, water soluble, custom and private label lubricants.

The directory also includes a significant selection of lubricators and lubricating systems and equipment for various applications such as industrial and manufacturing, construction, automotive, mining, compression, machinery, chain, engines, aircraft, fiber optic, metalworking and other applications.

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

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Software Link Strengthens CRM and ERP Assets with Acquisition of Envision Consulting Group

Continuing to diversify its technology offerings, Software Link acquired Envision Consulting Group of Austin, Texas to strengthen its expertise in upper mid-market CRM and ERP solutions consulting. Software Link now provides ERP, CRM, IT outsourcing, application hosting and HRMS solutions nationwide.

Alpharetta, GA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Software Link, a leading ERP Consulting and Outsourced IT firm, today announced it has acquired Envision Consulting Group (ECG) of Austin, TX. With the acquisition, Software Link strengthens its consulting resources and solution options for mid-market CRM and ERP clients nationwide.

"Both the intellectual and human resources of ECG were very enticing to us. These guys are highly skilled in implementing mid-market CRM and ERP solutions for clients the right way," commented Stanley Kania, President and Owner of Software Link. Kania continued, "Their attention to detail, custom programming ability and level of follow-through make them a great fit within the Software Link family."

ECG is a Sage Software Business Partner certified to offer and implement mid-market products such as Sage CRM SalesLogix, Sage MAS 500 ERP and Sage CRM. Dennis Karus, ECG’s President, commented on the acquisition, "With the surge in demand for integrated and scalable, mid-market CRM solutions in the marketplace and our expertise in CRM and ERP, I am excited about the future of where we are headed." Karus will oversee the Consulting, Development and CRM divisions within Software Link. His focus includes the strategic direction and management of resources for each division.

With the acquisition, Software Link becomes the leading service provider of the Enlighten Mobile wireless handheld distribution and manufacturing solution. Enlighten Mobile is a complete handheld solution for Sage MAS 500 ERP integrating Warehouse Automation, Shop Floor Control and Sales Force Automation tasks to increase company-wide efficiency. The application extends Sage MAS 500 to any handheld computer running the Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system, including Pocket PCs, phones and barcode/RFID scanning units. Clients benefit through the increased freedom to work remotely in a warehouse environment or in an offline mode at customer or vendor locations. The Enlighten Mobile product will continue to be further developed and supported by Enlighten Mobile and its partner, ERG.

Software Link recently added mid-market CRM products to its line of business management software solutions. "The addition of ECG’s CRM consultants and experience puts Software Link at the top for mid-market CRM solutions. We have the power to do some amazing things for clients when it comes to maintaining their customer relationships," mentioned Kania.

Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed as both parties are privately held companies.

Software Link is the Southeast’s leading accounting and business management software advisor, reseller and certified trainer. Software Link exclusively offers Sage Software’s suite of small to mid-sized products including Peachtree, Sage BusinessWorks, Sage MAS 90, 200, 500 ERP, Sage CRM and CRM SalesLogix. Helping clients manage growth through scalable technology solutions is their core function. Software Link is a Certified Sage Business Partner, Certified Microsoft Partner and Registered Cisco Systems Partner.

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Hang Tag Industry Leader - NationBright Industries - Opens New office in Guangzhou

NationBright Industries has been one of the biggest manufacturers of hang tags, lapel pins and fashion seals in China. The company has completed 16 successful years in business this month. Experiencing tremendous growth, the company opens a new office in Guangzhou, China to meet the high demands from the most diverse businesses, from across the world.

(PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- NationBright Industries has been one of the biggest names in the production and export of garment accessories, hang tags, lapel pins , lapel badges, neck lanyards and distinctive patches for more than 15 years. Combining customization with innovation, NationBright Industries has met the requirements of diverse list of clients with aplomb.

NationBright Industries is presently experiencing a buoyant phase of growth and acquiring new clients in different parts of the world. The company announces the opening of a new office in Guangzhou, China.

NationBright extends the same assurance of creativity and quality with that has earned them global clients to new customers too. This is the result of mastering the end to end process of understanding client requirements, experimenting with new materials, combining materials to create superior labels and accessories, packaging and delivering on time.

NationBright Industries have been serving clients with high quality products. Each of our products is manufactured with latest technology, state of the machinery and skilled management. Included in the product range is clothing label. All a client needs to do is specify the material and size required. Clothing label made of TPU is one specialty which is environment friendly and biodegradable and toxic free.

Garment accessories are another sought after offering by the company. With more than a decade of experience NationBright Industries manufacture the finest garment accessories patch.

When it comes to a uniquely creative badge NationBright is a well known name. The company specializes in manufacturing lapel pin, badge holder, acrylic, fashion, jean, sock badge and more.

Lately hang tag has become more a part of branding. NationBright Industries have manufactured originally crafted hang tags for various industries including garments, fashion accessories, apparel, watch, optical, cosmetics, liquor and drink, jewelry, packaging, promotion and gifts.

NationBright industries offer a very attractive collection of colorful bra straps such as flowered sewed TPU bra strap, colored transparent TPU bra strap, embroidery TPU bra strap and more. The most in demand product is the invisible bra strap. Each bra strap is bio-disintegrative, non-toxic and non-allergic too.

Designers at NationBright have extensive experience of manufacturing patch with different designs, materials and techniques. The design and artwork are free of charge.

NationBright Industries has a clientele base that spans diverse businesses as garments, optical, watches, fashion houses and many more. No matter what the specifications of your requirements are in terms of size or material, NationBright Industries serves you with customized samples leading to bulk production of materials. The process carried out by talented and experienced designers ensures nothing than the best for your business.

About NationBright Industries

Since 1990, NationBright Industries has served a varied list of clients with high quality and customized hang tags, swing tags, fashion seals, garment accessories and patches. The products are manufactured in mainland China with the help of latest technology, state of the art machinery and highly skilled management. NationBright Industries are premier manufacturers and exporters promising unparalleled quality of products.

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Inventor Patents New Way to Tell Time: Colorful Display Ideal for Cell Phones, Wearable Audio Players, and Mobile Electronic Devices

A newly patented time-telling system -- called "TWELV" -- eliminates the use of numerals, clock hands and traditional clockfaces. Instead, each individual hour of the day is represented solely by one of twelve unique colors. The display is simultaneously more attractive and smaller in footprint than conventional time formats.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Inventerprise(R) LLC announced today the granting of a United States patent on a new way to tell time. The newly patented system breaks from centuries-old tradition, dispensing altogether with the use of any hour hand or hour digit. Instead, each individual hour of the day is represented solely by one of twelve unique colors.

As a result, the new time format -- called "TWELV" -- requires much less display monitor space than conventional formats. This smaller footprint makes TWELV ideal for use on mobile phones, portable consumer electronics, head-mounted displays, wrist-watches, and other wearable computing and communications devices.

"The prototype is stunningly simple and elegant," a company representative commented. "Colors are not only more pleasing visually, but they can also be correctly recognized from much greater distances than can individual numerals or clock hands."

In some TWELV embodiments, the minute hand or digit is also eliminated. Instead, a moon serves as the minute indicator, waxing from a slender crescent at the beginning of an hour to a full orb at the end. This embodiment also allows virtually any other monochromatic image -- such as a company logo, a silhouette, or a musical note -- to serve as the minute indicator.

Inventerprise arranged for designer Christopher Tjalsma to create the first prototype of the moon-based embodiment of TWELV. This prototype is now available for viewing via the web site: http://www.twelv.com.

"The sun and moon are probably the earliest time indicators used by the human race," the representative continued. "Christopher's design somehow taps into humanity at that very deep level. It feels a thousand generations old."

The patent announcement comes on the heels of the company’s headline-making roll-out of Jatalla.com (http://www.jatalla.com), a prototype search engine that uses no Web crawlers and no document analysis software, instead relying solely upon relevancy rankings performed by living human beings.

Watches and clocks based on the TWELV(TM) system, including the Tjalsma Intuitime(TM) design and the hybrid TIKR(TM) design -- which provides minute but no hour digits -- are expected to be made available commercially in two to four years. All TWELV displays also include an override feature, allowing users to display time in standard 4-digit format if needed.

View the latest paradigm in horology at http://www.twelv.com.

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Novel Varnishing Potential Analysis Developed for Gas Turbine and Hydraulic Systems Prevents Unexpected Equipment Failure

The lubricating oil in gas turbines and hydraulic systems is increasingly subject to the ravages of varnish. The debilitating effects of varnish are well documented. The complexities associated with detecting varnish potential render routine oil analysis ineffective in reporting varnish. However, there are a number of technologies, although seldom used, which have been successful in reporting incipient varnish potential. Insight Services has developed a Varnishing Potential Analysis that incorporates these technologies into one simple report to offer an integrated varnish potential solution.

(PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Whether you are tending to a gas turbine or a large hydraulic system, the mere mention of varnish can cause your spine to tingle. A number of explanations for the increasing occurrence of lube oil varnish have been postulated. Tighter filtration requirements, higher lube oil flow rates, higher operating temperatures, and the switch to Group II base stocks in oil formulations have been offered as potential culprits in the decimation of many lube oil systems. The destruction left in the pathway of varnish can often lead to unplanned outages and costly downtime. Understanding and responding to varnish with remedial filtration is critical. Unfortunately, the ability to measure varnish potential has remained elusive.

Insight Services, an industrial oil analysis lab with headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, has developed a Varnishing Potential Analysis solution to alert customers of developing lube oil varnish potential. Their new analysis combines multiple testing technologies to measure a lube oil’s propensity to drop out varnish deposits.

Insight’s new “Varnishing Potential Analysis” combines the results of seven individual tests to provide a complete analysis of a lube oil’s varnishing potential. The ultra centrifuge test subjects a lube sample to significant G-forces which yields oil degraded insoluble contaminants typically associated with varnish. The density of the agglomerated material is compared to a rating scale to derive a UC Value. Microscopic Particle Counting is used as a tool to trend particles in the microscopic size ranges and alert of potential varnish anomalies. It is well documented that varnish is a thin insoluble contaminant comprised of oil degradation by-products and sometimes depleted additive molecules. Because these “soft contaminants” are less than 1 micron in size, this technique allows a technician to visually count particles with a high intensity microscope and monitor the submicron ranges for increases in levels.

Mike Barrett, Insight Services’ Director of Marketing, explains the benefit: “Initially we thought the colorimetric analysis was an adequate solution. As we dug deeper, it became apparent that the ultra centrifuge test and microscopic particle counting are just as valuable in determining varnishing potential.”

As more operators face the prospects of varnish in their lube oil systems, they are turning to oil analysis labs for answers. But the unique nature of varnish particles makes detection extremely difficult. The standard battery of oil analysis tests proves futile. The new Varnishing Potential Analysis developed by Insight services offers a solution to detecting your lube oil’s propensity for varnish. Once aware of varnish potential, you can take active measures before the destructive varnish ravages your system. Visit Insight Services at www.testoil.com/varnish.shtml to find out additional information on Varnishing Potential Analysis.

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Telania, Inc, eLeaP Learning Management System service. A Powerful Web 2.0 Learning/training Management Platform, eLeaP is Secure, Customizable, Scalable and Flexible

eLeaP™ Web 2.0 Learning/Training Management System. Next generation training tools for all organizations. Customized, secure, flexible learning and training system. Free trial available.

Louisville, Kentucky (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- Telania, Inc. a leading provider of custom software development applications and learning technology today announced the release of its flagship eLearning application - eLeaP™ Learning/Training Management System.

eLeaP™ Learning Management System (LMS/LCMS) is a complete, secure, web-based training and learning solution that employs a simple user interface. This way both technical and non-technical training managers can easily create, manage, and track interactive training courses and learning programs for all levels of users.

The eLeaP™ LMS is designed to fit any organization size. With it you will have the sophistication favored by big companies. Yet, you can enjoy the flexibility, simplicity and customization of a system that will not overwhelm or financially drain smaller organizations.

eLeaP™ is available and delivered online. Therefore you do not have to install complex programs, invest huge amounts in hardware and software or hire or maintain an expensive IT department. Your custom and secure learning site can be deployed in less than 30 minutes. You can begin creating and deploying training immediately -- at a fraction of the cost of traditional methods. According to ASTD it costs $955/year to train one employee. eLeaP only costs $12/year to train one employee!

Use eLeaP™ to deliver personalized learning and training to your entire organization. Whether you are a global enterprise or local operation, you can leverage the power, simplicity, and scalability of eLeaP™ to connect your customers, partners, and employees in a seamless self-service learning portal. Knowledge and learning can now be delivered instantly to everyone, anywhere in your organization.

According to Crawford Owens, president of the National Black MBA Association (Kentucky Chapter), “eLeaP™ provides a powerful and simple concept in designing, deploying and tracking training and learning. The system is intuitive – putting the fun back in teaching and learning.”

Donatus Weobong, president of Telania, Inc. had this to say. “eLeaP is our most ambitious product yet. A totally secure, web-based training and learning system that delivers intuitive, multimedia rich learning and training at the fraction of the cost of traditional methods of training. We are totally excited about eLeaP.”

Contact information:
Telania, Inc.
eLeaP Learning & Training Technology
845 Barret Avenue
Suite 2
Louisville, KY 40204

Phone: (502) 291-4650
Fax; (502) 585-2345
http://www.eleapsoftware.com [eLeaP™ Learning Management System]

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NETZSCH Locates World-wide Centre of Expertise in UK

NETZSCH Mastermix Ltd, based in Lichfield, will become a centre of expertise for the German based NETZSCH group, providing Process and Plant Engineering Services world-wide.

Lichfield, UK (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -- NETZSCH Mastermix Ltd, based in Lichfield, will become a centre of expertise for the German based NETZSCH group, providing Process and Plant Engineering Services world-wide.

“The NETZSCH division in the UK is quite exceptional and the skills and resources we have are unique and hard to find. Here in the UK we have been able to develop a strong leadership position in grinding and dispersion, now we are going to provide engineering services to the NETZSCH Group and customers around the world. It’s a key strategic investment for NETZSCH and recognition of our success in the UK,” said David Tomlinson, Managing Director, NETZSCH Mastermix UK.

NETZSCH Mastermix will provide a wide range of services from complex plant process design, through to the plant engineering and project management - Providing turnkey solutions for NETZSCH customers and guaranteeing plant performance.

NETZSCH employ mechanical, electrical, software and process engineering staff here in the UK, as well as project engineers who oversee entire projects from start to finish. The division will also have a team of mechanical and electrical engineers based in Germany, who will ensure the grinding and dispersion equipment is finely tuned for the specific application.

“We are very excited about the new challenges ahead, and making NETZSCH Mastermix a centre of expertise in a truly global market place. This will undoubtedly bring benefits for our UK customers as we grow the business and build on our skills,” said David Tomlinson

Contact: David Tomlinson
Tel. 01543 418 938

Netzsch is a world leader in grinding and dispersion equipment for the process industry. Our products are used all over the world in many applications such as:

Technical Ceramics
Pharmaceutical
Paints, Sealants and Adhesives
Hard Metals (Tungsten Carbide, SiC)
Catalysts and Fuel Cells
Cosmetics
General Chemicals
Agro Chemicals
Chocolate / Confectionery
Ink

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Pearl Software CTO Tapped for EU Safer Internet Industry Group

Pearl Software, Inc. announced that Joe Field, CTO and co-founder of the Internet security company, has been selected to participate in the European Union’s Safer Internet Industry Group in order to provide recommendations to the stakeholders of a safer Internet.

Sterling, VA (PRWEB) September 14, 2006 -– Pearl Software, Inc. announced that Joe Field, CTO and co-founder of the Internet security company, has been selected to participate in the European Union’s Safer Internet Industry Group in order to provide recommendations to the stakeholders of a safer Internet. European Parliament has initiated the framework of the Safer Internet Action Plan to promote safer use of the Internet and new online technologies, particularly for children and educational institutions to fight against illegal content and content unwanted by the end-user.

“Pearl Software is delighted to share our expertise in the area of Internet safety,” said Joe Field, Pearl Software’s CTO. “Though Pearl Software has a strong presence in government agencies and corporate enterprises, our company was founded on our efforts to protect children through use of our home and school software products, community outreach programs and our work with law enforcement. In the past ten years we’ve seen well-intentioned initiatives fail due to technical or procedural impracticalities. It’s my goal to share these lessons-learned with the EU in an effort to protect their citizens from some of the darker aspects of online life.”

Pearl Software is the developer of a series of e-communications monitoring, filtering, and control solutions enabling effective management of Internet usage in mobile, desktop and server-centric environments. Pearl Software’s products actively capture user web browsing, file transfers, news, chat, IM, e-mail and web-mail, including all encoded attachments. Internet access permissions can be set at the user level, based on time controls, keyword triggers, allow-lists, block-lists and a dynamic library of web domain category filters. Pearl Software’s Pearl Echo-Suite will be among the tools evaluated in the multi-year EU filtering software benchmark study.

About Pearl Software
Pearl Software was founded in 1996 by David Fertell and Joe Field. The company provides Internet monitoring, filtering and control products to the growing Internet user community. Pearl Software’s key patent-pending products include Pearl Echo-Suite™, Website-Echo™ and IM-Echo™. The company also offers browser control software, TakeMeHome™ and partners with law enforcement to extend the application of its remote and mobile Internet monitoring and control capabilities. For more information on Pearl Software and its suite of products, please visit http://www.pearlsw.com

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American Elements Announces Online Publication of Its Fuel Cell Raw Materials List

American Elements (www.americanelements.com) announced today the publication of a list of non-proprietary raw materials manufactured by the company that can be used to produce solid oxide fuel cells.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 13, 2006 -- American Elements (www.americanelements.com) announced today the publication of a list of non-proprietary raw materials manufactured by the company that can be used to produce solid oxide fuel cells. American Elements has worked closely with the major U.S., European, and Asian efforts to develop a cost effective solid oxide fuel cell by manufacturing the essential electrochemical raw materials. The materials list reflects an American Elements desire to make these raw materials and the know-how to make fuel cells more generally available to entrepreneurs and researchers in hopes of fostering a greater global effort to develop a commercial system.

American Elements technical staff is available to provide customer guidance on topics such as thermal compatibility of layers, co-firing conditions, long term stability, ink rheology, and circuit efficiency. American Elements electrochemical laboratory tests electrolyte resistivity, densities, coarsening and other parameters.

American Elements' fuel cell material manufacturing emphasizes solid state preparation of Perovskite cathode materials including Lanthanum Strontium Manganite (LSM), Lanthanum Strontium Ferrite (LSF), Lanthanum Strontium Cobaltite Ferrite (LSCF), Lanthanum Strontium Chromite (LSC), and Lanthanum Strontium Gallate Magnesite (LSGM) with doping levels, surface areas and other parameters to customer specifications; Nickel Cermet compositions with YSZ (Yttria stabilized Zirconia) and Ionically Conductive Electrolytes including Yttria stabilized Zirconia, Scandium doped Zirconia, Samarium doped Ceria and Gadolinium doped Ceria.

A new Fuel Cell Materials page summarizes the interaction, purposes and limitations of various solid oxide fuel cell compositions and reviews manufacturing processes.

For further technical and pricing information on American Elements’ full line of solid oxide fuel cell products, please contact your local American Elements distributor or American Elements U.S. corporate headquarters at (1)310-208-0551, FAX (1) 310-208-0351. American Elements is America’s leading manufacturer of rare earth and other advanced material products with distribution offices in Europe, Asia and South America.

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Rudie Wilhelm Warehouse Co. Anticipates Future with Upgrade to Headwater’s SmartEnterprise 3PL Management Software Suite

The Milwaukie, Oregon logistics company operates four networked warehouses as well as a non-asset-based transportation service. Nearly 100 years old, the company has purchased a state-of-the-art third party logistics management system from Headwater Technology Solutions Inc. that will streamline and modernize its office operations, expedite warehouse activities and provide an additional dimension of service to customers.

Milwaukee, OR (PRWEB) September 12 , 2006 –- Rudie Wilhelm Warehouse Co., about three years shy of its 100th birthday, has positioned itself for the next hundred years with the implementation of a 25-user SmartEnterprise 2.7 third party logistics management (3PL) software system from Headwater Technology Solutions Inc., according to Bert Looney, director of administration and operations and Headwater Senior Vice President Joe E. Couto. The company went live with the new solution in August.

Rudie Wilhelm Warehouse Co. operates some 600,000 square feet of space in four networked buildings in suburban Portland, all but 20,000 square feet of it ambient temperature storage. The company’s client/product mix is varied, including a number of major national food manufacturers and manufacturers of paper products and insulation, among others. It also operates an integral non-asset based transportation service for customers that require delivery services.

"We were thrilled with the way the upgrade went," Looney said. "The planning was superb and while there were a few minor complications, that is to be expected in any upgrade. Overall, the process was very straightforward. It was the easiest upgrade we have experienced and we feel that this new system takes us to the leading edge in warehouse management technology."

The SmartEnterprise suite replaces a WarehouseLogic v.4.5.2 3PL management system, also from Headwater, that has been in place for seven years, running on an IBM RS/6000 computer under the AIX operating system, Looney said. SmartEnterprise runs on the same platform, with data from an existing Oracle database and communicating with a Linux server that houses Headwater’s e-Vista web-based customer inventory visibility and tracking tool.

The GUI-based SmartEnterprise suite is comprised of the Enterprise Foundation integration layer, the RF Foundation, WarehouseLogic logistics management software, the Active Desktop graphical single point access and control module, the d’Amigo alert management and reporting tool, and the browser-based e-Vista and the RFID modules – both of which are scheduled to go live later this year.

"Our customers are looking forward to the ability to access e-Vista and determine the exact status of their inventory 24/7," Looney said. "It represents a major time-saver on both ends, since it eliminates the need to make and take phone calls to check on inbound and outbound shipments.

"The d’Amigo reporting tool provides us with an array of standard reports as well as the ability to generate ad hoc snapshots and to build our own report formats. For example, we are currently in the process of eliminating one complex custom report because we have found that we can simply call up the information using d’Amigo. We also see significant potential in converting many documents from paper-based forms to electronic templates."

The new system is enabling major warehouse efficiencies as well, Looney said. Using Telxon handheld RF devices, for example, warehouse personnel perform directed picking operations with automated instructions from the SmartEnterprise system. And later this year, they will be able to "slap and ship" radio tags on outbound product that is destined for RFID-enabled destinations, including Wal-Mart.

"This was not an ROI-driven initiative," he added. "Rather, we were motivated by a desire to offer the best technology we could find to our customers, and also to assure them that while Rudie Wilhelm has a history throughout the U.S. West Coast and Western Canada, we also have our eyes on the future. Nevertheless, we are satisfied that the efficiencies and economies are there and that we will be able to realize them very quickly."

About Headwater Technology Solutions

Headwater Technology Solutions Inc. is a global Supply Chain Execution (SCE) company focused on the 3PL WMS, TMS and LLP markets, supporting the flow of goods and information from the point of origin to consumption. Headwater’s SmartEnterprise 3PL/LLP/corporate logistics, Freight Logix TMS transportation and RealDispatch field in-fleet management solutions enable seamless supply chain planning and execution that leads to smarter and more profitable management of goods as they move through the supply chain. Headwater maintains corporate headquarters in the Toronto suburb of Markham with regional offices in Oakville and Atlanta, marketing its services and solutions internationally.

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