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June 28, 2007

PTI Packaging Systems Appoints Jeffrey Crangle as General Manager

Jeffrey Crangle has been appointed to the position of general manager of PTI Packaging Systems. Crangle brings over 20 years of international sales and marketing experience specializing in the packaging industry.

Tuckahoe, NY (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Jeffrey Crangle has been appointed to the position of general manager of PTI Packaging Systems. Crangle brings over 20 years of international sales and marketing experience specializing in the packaging industry.

Crangle began his career in packaging in 1986 and has steadily maintained this industry focus. He has held executive positions throughout his career including vice president of sales and marketing of international products for a large American packaging machinery manufacturer.

Crangle was responsible for opening and managing the United States sales operation for Atoma/Multipond, the German manufacturer of combination weighers. Since the year 2000, he held the positions of OEM sales manager for weighing equipment and product development manager for case packing solutions at Yamato Corporation.

"The packaging industry faces challenges regarding cost reduction and process optimization." Crangle commented. "Demands for packaging technologies are advancing at unprecedented rates. PTI's vertical approach offers the perfect blend of the best in class equipment with the commitment to provide our clients with complete packaging line machine solutions combining the filling and sealing of product, material handling, sterilization, package integrity inspection and case packing. PTI has partnered with world class manufacturers and leaders in the packaging machinery industry who have an unequalled reputation for quality."

Crangle adds, "PTI is without a doubt an end-to-end solutions provider for both new and existing project requirements. There is virtually unlimited potential industry-wide to promote these technologies in today's fast paced market."

Tony Stauffer, president of PTI noted, "We are very excited to have Jeffrey on board to lead our efforts in promoting our packaging technologies. His background and extensive experience in both sales & marketing and product development are tremendous assets to our team. His enthusiasm combined with his knowledge and expertise will enable him to effectively manage and promote the PTI Packaging Systems Division."

About PTI
PTI Packaging Systems provides end-to-end packaging solutions for pouch, sachet, stick pack, cup and tray filling & sealing applications. Through its diverse distribution, representation and OEM activities, you can rely on focused consultancy services, "gold standard" technology solutions, and unparalleled engineering support. From product development, through market launch, and next generation lightweighting, count on PTI Packaging Systems to offer packaging solutions with a focus on your bottom line.

Please contact Sanjeet Saxena for further information.
Tel: 914.337.2005
Fax: 914.337.8519
http://www.ptipacktech.com

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Pre-certified High Performance Plastics Now Available for Life Science Applications

Plastic machining stock meets USP standards.

Reading, PA USA (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products (Quadrant EPP) has introduced the first high performance plastic machining stock that carries certifications for conformance to ISO 10993-1 and USP Class VI standards. The initial product offering designated Ketron® PEEK LSG (life science grade) is certified for applications requiring bodily contact for a maximum of 24 hours.

The new Ketron ® PEEK LSG shapes are made from Victrex PEEK resins in natural (light tan) and black, and ultra-high strength grades that are reinforced with 30% levels of carbon or glass fiber, especially suited to fixturing applications. While PEEK resins themselves do not carry certification for USP Class VI, the rod and plate products from Quadrant fill that need.

According to Marc Knebel, Market Development Manager at Quadrant, "In the past, engineers had to rely on either certification of the plastic resin used to make machining stock if available on the resin, or their own certification work after parts were made. However, the melt extrusion process in which plastic resins are converted to rods and plates for machining can also affect plastic material properties and quality." Not all plastic resins, as is the case with PEEK, carry USP class VI certifications, according to Knebel. "The pre-certification of Quadrant's machining stock provides an added level of confidence toward final part compliance with certifications," he added.

In addition to standard Ketron LSG PEEK grades certified for 24 hour exposure, the company also offers machining stock made from Victrex PEEK-Classix™ which is approved for bodily contact up to 30 days.

All Ketron PEEK LSG products with their high temperature and chemical resistance withstand all forms of sterilization including autoclaving. Quadrant also offers comprehensive data on x-ray, radiation and chemical resistance of the materials. Other application environments beyond medical device components such as handles and fixtures where their properties bring similar benefits include pharmaceutical production and medical laboratories. The PEEK-based materials are available in a wide range of rod and plate sizes for machining.

Quadrant also offers FDA compliant rod and sheet materials for applications that do not require direct body contact. They include a new chemically resistant, wear-resistant material called Techtron® HPV PPS., as well as Acetron® GP acetal copolymer, Radel® PPSU, Ultem® 1000 PEI, Quadrant PSU (polysulfone) and PC (polycarbonate).

Ketron PEEK LSG grades are part of a series of products under development at Quadrant EPP for use in life science environments. "Quadrant EPP has a history of providing unique products for critical applications, based on our industry-specific product development, quality assurance and test methods. The new products for the life science industry are an excellent complement to our existing materials portfolio" according to the Quadrant spokesman.

About Quadrant EPP
Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products (EPP) is the world's leading manufacturer of engineering plastics in stock shapes (rod, plate, tube) for machining. Other specialities include custom nylon castings and finished parts. Quadrant EPP's catalogue of General and Advanced Engineering Plastics covers the broadest range (in terms of materials and dimensions) of standard and custom shapes for machining. Products are available through a worldwide network of branch offices, technical support centres and authorized dealers.
Learn more about Quadrant EPP at www.quadrantplastics.com

About the Quadrant group
Quadrant, a global leader in high-performance polymer materials in the form of semi-finished and finished products with locations in 18 countries, generates annual sales of over CHF 800 million. The specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites manufactured and marketed by more than 2'400 employees worldwide are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a growing number of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. Together with leaders in a wide range of customer markets, Quadrant is continuously developing new areas of application. Thanks to its clear strategic orientation and focus, Quadrant has generated substantial added value for customers and shareholders since it was established in 1996 and is well prepared to continue expanding its market leadership in future.

Press contacts:
Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products
Kress Schwartz - Mkt. Communications
Tel. 01 610 320 6639
Email: americas.epp @ qplas.com

Acetron, Ketron and Techtron are registered trademarks of the Quadrant group of companies. All other trademarks are of property of their respective owners.

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Fishbowl Inventory 5.0 Allows QuickBooks Users LIFO/FIFO and Much More

Already a powerful inventory control software package, Fishbowl Inventory, the best-selling add-on for QuickBooks users, announces the successful release of their new and improved product: Fishbowl Inventory 5.0.

Orem, UT (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Fishbowl Inventory is pleased to announce the release of Fishbowl Inventory 5.0 on June 25, 2007, the largest and most robust version ever. 5.0 contains amazing features that will revolutionize the way that Inventory is managed in virtually every industry. Some of these features include: LIFO, FIFO and Standard costing, RMA tracking, Consignment, Drop Shipping, Outsourcing, Transfer Orders and much more.

Dave Williams, CEO of Fishbowl Inventory, commented on the new release, "Fishbowl Inventory 5.0 will continue to separate Fishbowl from the competition. By adding more functionality and still retaining its incredible ease-of-use, Fishbowl Inventory will keep increasing its market share."

To make many of these new features possible, Fishbowl Inventory 5.0 only integrates with QuickBooks 2007 Pro, Premier and Enterprise. Integrating with QuickBooks' best gives Fishbowl Inventory the ability to have a tighter integration and allows faster implementation process from the beginning.

Fishbowl Inventory recently received the highest customer service rating of 7.5 in a survey funded by Intuit and conducted by an independent company. This rating is the highest of any inventory package that integrates with QuickBooks.

Together with QuickBooks Fishbowl Inventory allows both small businesses and mid-tier companies the ability to track their assets with the methods that best suit their needs. Best of all, they can do it all on the easy-to-use platform they already know.

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Flat Glass Market Sparkles with Demand Expected to be Over 39 Million Tons by 2010, According to New Report

According to a recently released market research report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., global flat glass demand is likely to go beyond 39 million tons by 2010. Greater use of varieties of glass by architects and car designers for civil construction and automotive applications is providing impetus to growth. About 70% of flat glass is used in construction industry. On the regional front, Europe, Asia and North America account for over 90% of global flat glass consumption.

San Jose, Calif. (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Flat glass market bears a positive outlook as the industry derives growth from new smart-glass products such as electrochromic, switchable glass, self-cleaning window glass and heads-up display windscreens. "Development of new smart glass products such as self-cleaning glass and light-control products is forecast to boost demand for flat glass" according to research published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Technologies such as electrochromic windows and liquid-crystal glass are also gaining market acceptance. Architectural market for advanced flat glass will benefit from features like low-emissivity, reflective and smart glass.

Greater use of varieties of glass by architects and car designers for civil construction and automotive applications is providing impetus to growth. About 70% of flat glass is used in construction industry. On the regional front, Europe, Asia and North America account for over 90% of global flat glass consumption.

Over the years, the glass industry witnessed a gradual shift away from single glazing to double/insulated glazing. Added to this, implementation of new legislation for energy efficiency glass has made double-glazing mandatory in most of parts of the world. These stringent regulations have led to greater energy-efficient coated glass.

The float glass industry is highly concentrated with about four players accounting for a sizable share of the market. Asahi Glass, NSG/Pilkington, Saint Gobain, Guardian are the major players. Other market participants include PPG, Central Glass, Hankuk, Visteon, Cardinal Glass Industries.

The report titled Flat Glass: A Global Strategic Business Report, provides an extensive review of market trends, drivers, players and competition among others. The report also offers profiles of leading players and presents recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, as well as other strategic industry activities. The study analyzes flat glass market by major product segments including float glass, sheet glass and rolled glass, and end use segments construction, automotive and specialty. Detailed analysis is provided for major geographic markets including United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1153.asp

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

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax408-528-9977
Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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Asia-Pacific Car Sales Racing Towards the 10-Million Mark, According to New Report

According to a recently released market research report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., passenger car sales in Asia-Pacific are likely to touch the 10-million mark by 2008. Global sales of passenger cars are likely to register a compounded annual growth rate of 3.3%, to cross the 50 million units milestone by 2010. Europe, the largest market accounts for nearly 38% of the global market. Global passenger car production is projected to grow at a compounded annual rate of 3.6%.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Globalization and rationalization contribute their own share of problems in any industry and the global passenger cars market is no exception. Passenger car industry continues to be plagued by overcapacity issues, maturing United States and Japanese markets, currency exchange fluctuations, and global oil price hikes. Increased competition coupled with relatively shorter product life cycles of new passenger cars frequently flare up price wars between global players, cutting into the industry's profits. Worldwide, manufacturers are under pressure to cut production costs to stay competitive or even to ensure survival in the passenger cars market.

Some of the most populous countries with large sections of middle-class consumers are proving to be the hotbed of global passenger car industry. With rising income levels, growing employment opportunities and robust economic conditions, emerging markets such as India, China, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Mexico are proving to be a boon for the passenger car market.

Technology is driving the global automobile market to new heights as major players engage in a battle for market shares. These players are increasingly positioning the incursion of electronics into their automobiles as a competitive platform. Major automobile manufacturers such as Toyota, GM, Ford, DC and BMW are increasingly building electronic components into their automobiles, forming a sort of protective cocoon around passengers. Rear-seat entertainment centers and other mobile multimedia applications enable motorists to access e-mail and other conventional computing services.

Leading players in the passenger cars market include Toyota, General Motors, Volkswagen Group, Ford, Honda, PSA Peugeot Citroën, Hyundai, Nissan, DaimlerChrysler, Suzuki-Maruti, Fiat, BMW, Mitsubishi, Chery Auto, Tata.

The report titled "Passenger Cars: A Global Strategic Business Report", provides an extensive review of market trends, drivers, players and competition among others. The report also offers profiles of leading players and presents recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, as well as other strategic industry activities. The study analyzes sales and production of passenger cars. Detailed analysis is provided for major geographic markets including United States, Japan, Germany, UK, China, India, Korea and others along with emerging markets such as Latin America, Middle East, Russia, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, etc.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-4103.asp

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

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

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Global Fiber Optic Sensors Market to Cross $650 Million by 2010, According to New Report

The global fiber optic sensors market is projected to cross US$650 million by 2010, with United States and Asia-Pacific spearheading the market. The need for new enhanced sensors that are technologically advanced and capable of providing rapid results is expected to lead to the increasing use of fiber optic sensors in various industries.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- A new report released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., "Fiber Optic Sensors: A Global Strategic Business Report", provides a comprehensive review of the prevailing trends, opportunities, demand forecasts, product overviews, players, and competition. The report offers detailed company profiles and enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World by the following product segments - Extrinsic Fiber Optic Sensors and Intrinsic Fiber Optic Sensors.

Fiber optic sensors are used in telecommunications, defense and aerospace, test & measurement, bio-medical, automotive, chemical, manufacturing, medicine, and various other industries. Fiber optic sensor (FOS) is a derivative of fiber optic research and development (R&D). The fiber optic sensors market is expected to register high demand over the next decade. Things are set to change in the coming years with many companies realizing the true impact of fiber optic sensors across various industries and taking up research projects related to fiber optic sensors. United States is the largest fiber optic sensors market in the world and was estimated at about US$155 million in the year 2006. Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region and is projected to reach US$190 million by the year 2009. Extrinsic fiber optics market, the largest product segment, is projected to cross US$339 million by the year 2008.

The Chinese fiber optic sensors market is the second largest in the world after United States. The industry accounts for more than 39% of the total Asia-Pacific (including Japan) fiber optic sensors market revenues. With heavy investments in the country's manufacturing sector and increasing number of foreign companies setting up manufacturing facilities, fiber optic sensors market is expected to find more usage in the future.

Defense/Aerospace and Telecom, two of the largest end-use segments of fiber optic sensors, are expected to be the major revenue generators for fiber optic sensors. Defense/Aerospace end-use market is projected to account for sales of over US$286 million by 2009. Automotive is another end-use segment that is projected to pose the highest growth rate over the forecast period 2001-2010. Increasing competitiveness in the industrial market and demand for sophisticated sensors is forcing several manufacturers to develop new methods of developing fiber optic sensors that would reduce costs and enhance profit margins. Continuous developments in properties and features of fiber optic sensors are expected to drive growth. The need for new and better sensors by end users is one of the major reasons expected to drive development of these sensors.

Major players dominating the global fiber optic sensors market include Agilent Technologies, Avantes B.V., Baumer Electric AG, Blue Road Research, Davidson Instruments, EXFO, Fiber Optic Systems Technology, FISO Technologies, Halliburton Company, Highwave Optical Technologies, Hitachi Cable, Honeywell Sensing and Control, KVH Industries, Micron Optics, NxtPhase T&D Corporation, O/E LAND, Ocean Optics, Photonics Laboratories, Prime Photonics™, Sabeus Sensor Systems, Sensornet, Schlumberger Limited, Tubel Technologies, and Weatherford International.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-1781.asp

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

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

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Bettcher Industries, Hantover Reach Settlement

Bettcher Industries, Inc. and Hantover, Inc. have reached a legal settlement in an action brought by Bettcher Industries in the U.S. District Court in Ohio, in which Bettcher Industries alleged that Hantover infringed on several patents held by Bettcher Industries pertaining to its Whizard® Series II trimming equipment.

Birmingham, OH (Vocus) June 28, 2007 -- Bettcher Industries, Inc. and Hantover, Inc. have reached a legal settlement in an action brought by Bettcher Industries in the U.S. District Court in Ohio, in which Bettcher Industries alleged that Hantover infringed on several patents held by Bettcher Industries pertaining to its Whizard® Series II trimming equipment. (Case number: No. 3:06-CV-741-DAK)

In a Settlement Agreement effective April 1, 2007, Hantover admitted that it infringed on one of the patents owned by Bettcher Industries related to Whizard® Series II products. Hantover has agreed to pay Bettcher Industries a lump-sum payment, and has also agreed to refrain from making trimming blades that infringe on Bettcher patent claims in the future.

The Settlement Agreement also provides for other restrictions pertaining to advertising and marketing of the Hantover products in question. Among other things, Hantover has agreed to refrain from using the term "replacement" blade to refer to blades it sells as designated for use in Bettcher's Whizard® Series II knives.

Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting tools for food processing operations, with sales and service in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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Find the Best Home Safes and Commercial Safes with the Safe Selection Wizard from SafeandVaultStore.com

New Safe Selection Wizard includes expert security advice to help home security shoppers quickly choose the best wall safes, depository safes, fire safes, gun safes and cabinets.

Spokane, WA (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Fire Safes? Burglary Safes? Depository Safes? What's the best safe for storing jewelry? A free online Safe Selection Wizard available at SafeandVaultStore.com breaks down the process of choosing the right safe into four simple, easy-to-follow steps.

Step 1 begins with brief descriptions about general types of safes; make a selection and move on to step 2. Now you'll estimate the total value of contents to be stored in the safe. In your third step you just let the selector know if fire is even a concern to you, and if so, do you live inside or outside of the city limits? Finally, you will select what kinds of items you intend on storing in the safe. That's it. The safe selector displays a list of the best choices to fit your needs.

The process sequence may vary a little from described above, depending upon the type of safe you select in Step 1. Occasionally you may not get any results, (select a gun safe in step 1 but and then later select you want to store over $15K and valuables in it -- gun safes are a poor choice for safekeeping cash and valuables since they offer little or no fire protection.)

The safe selector is easy to use and helps shoppers quickly choose the right safe from over 500 different types and models available on the web site. SafeandVaultStore.com also offers immediate live help via online chat with trained safe consultants to answer your questions and help further ensure you get just the right amount of protection to fit your needs without overspending.

About SafeandVaultStore.com
SafeandVaultStore.com is a subsidiary of Allied Safe & Vault, a Pacific Northwest Company with over 60 years of experience in the sale and manufacture of safes. SafeandVaultStore.com features over 500 models of safes from 14 leading manufacturers including AMSEC, Gardall, FireKing, Mutual and Schwab.

Visit SafeandVaultStore.com -- find Gun Safes, Wall Safes and more.

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Sensors Market to Reach $61 Billion by 2010, According to a New Report

The world sensors market is expected to reach US$61.4 billion by 2010. The advent of micro-technology has revolutionized the electronics industry so much so that miniaturization has now become one of the buzzwords across the globe. Further, the role played by the micro-technology is enormous and sensors, as an offshoot of this know-how, are used in most of the industrial electronic applications.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- A new report titled "Sensors: A Global Strategic Business Report" has been released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. The report provides a comprehensive review of market trends, product profile, players, competition, technological developments, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities.

Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Asia, Latin America and rest of world. Analytics are provided in terms of product segments including Pressure Sensors, Chemical Sensors, Flow Sensors, Level Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Proximity & Displacement Sensors, Force and Load Sensors, Position Sensors, Image Sensors and Fiber Optic Sensors. Analytics are also presented for end-use segments including Automobile Applications, Process & Manufacturing Industries, Machine Tools & General Machinery, HVAC & Building Control, and Office Automation & Communication.

The US$11.5 billion chemical sensors market represents the largest segment of the global sensors market. The United States, Europe and Asia (including Japan) collectively account for about 90% of the global share. Global image sensors market is expected to register CAGR of over 18%. The United States sensors market, worth US$13.5 billion represents is the largest market worldwide. Flow sensor sales account for over 10% of the total sensors market in the United States. Level sensors market in Asia-Pacific is expected to be nearly US$500 million in 2010.

Sensors provide vital input to controllers and computer control systems that form the basis of automated decision making processes. Application areas span from simple switches and temperature-sensing devices to sophisticated sensors in advanced manufacturing equipment and factory automation systems. Growth in the market will be derived from emerging application areas such as defense/aerospace, consumer goods, process/control, automation, medical and automotive markets. Automotive sector represents a key driving force for worldwide sensors market. Demand for automotive sensors is expected to grow at a moderately faster rate due to growing technology penetration.

The sensors market is intensely competitive and highly fragmented. Amongst the most technologically driven industries, sensors continued to show growth over the years. However, only handful of key suppliers and manufacturers dominate the global market. Leading players include Bosch Sensortec, Dalsa, CTS Automotive, Honeywell, Corrsys-Datron and Continental AG. Market participants include Analog Devices, Allegro, Atmel Corporation, BEI Technologies, Bourn, City Technology Holdings, Denso Corporation, Eaton Corp, ELMOS Semiconductor, GE Security, Goodrich Corporation, Melexis Microelectronic Integrated Systems, OmniVision Technologies, Rockwell Collins, Siemens, Sensata Technologies, STMicroelectronics, TRW Automotive, TT Electronics and others

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-2740.asp

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

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

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Steel Pipes & Tubes Market to Cross 103 Million Tons by 2010, According to a New Report

The global steel pipes & tubes market is projected to cross 103 million tons by the year 2010, growing at a compounded annual rate of more than 3%. Economic development and industrialization constitute a potent growth driver for the steel tubes & pipes market.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- A new report released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. "Fiber Optic Sensors: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a comprehensive review of detailed company profiles and enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Rest of World by the following product segments - Electric Resistance Welded Pipes (Mechanical Steel Tubing, Structural Tubing, Structural Steel Pipes, Pressure Tubing, Standard Pipes, Oil Country Tubular Goods, and Line Pipes); Seamless Pipes & Tubes; Continuous Welded Pipes & Tubes; and Gas Spiral Welded Pipes & Tubes.

Steel is being realized as an essential material for strengthening existing installations and infrastructure. Primary application sectors for these products include nuclear, construction, automotive, oil and natural gas, steam generation, and metal processing industries. Steel products such as steel pipes & tubes, beams, rods etc., are used for a number of applications, including oil & and gas industry, petrochemical industry, construction industry, energy, transportation, automotive industry, and others. The US represents the world's largest steel pipes and tubes market and is projected to account for over 40 million tons by 2009. There is high growth potential for segments such as oil country tubular goods (OCTG) and structural tubes. Electric resistance welded pipes market is projected to cross 41 million tons by 2009, growing at a compounded annual rate of over 3.4% during the ten-year analysis period. Asia-Pacific and Latin America are among the fastest growing steel pipes and tubes markets owing to high economic growth with increased activity in sectors such as oil, power, and refineries. Asia-Pacific steel pipes and tubes market is projected to register a CAGR of over 3% over the ten-year analysis period.

With the development of infrastructure, the market for steel and other metals has also increased. Steel is the most sought after metal and is used for a number of purposes. The steel pipes and tubes market faces continuous pricing pressures. With excess capacity and increased production, pipe manufacturers slash prices in order to improve their individual positions in the market. Any fluctuation in price of steel, leads to an increase or decrease in prices of steel pipes and tubes. However, with the use of new technologies, manufacturers are able to lower production costs of steel pipes and tubes, thereby lowering the price of steel pipes and tubes.

The global seamless pipes market is expected to remain balanced for the next couple of years with supply meeting demand. However, supply is likely to exceed total demand by 2009, as a result of excessive production from China. Seamless pipes & tubes market in the oil & gas sector is expected to rise by more than 3.6 million tons by 2009 as compared to the year 2006. Construction of oil and gas pipelines fuels demand for new and replacement steel tubes, globally. Continuous welded pipes & tubes market is projected to account for more than 12.1 million tons by the year 2009.

Major players dominating the global steel pipes & tubes market include Arcelor-Mittal, Corus Group, Dofasco, Europipe, IPSCO, JFE Steel Corporation, Kobe Steel, MacSteel, Melewar Industrial Group Berhad, Nippon Steel Corporation, Northwest Pipe Company, Oregon Steel Mills, Sandvik Steel, Sumitomo Metal Industries Limited, Techint Group, Tenaris, Ternium S.A., The Timken Company, Tubacex S.A., United States Steel Corporation, Vallourec & Mannesmann Tubes, Volzhsky Pipe Plant, and Wheatland Tube Company.

For more details about this research report, please visit www.strategyr.com/MCP-2769.asp

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

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

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Flow Meters Market to Cross $4.5 Billion by 2010, According to a New Report

The global flow meters market is projected to cross 3 million units in terms of volume and US$4.5 billion in terms of value by the end of year 2010. Increased reliability and precision of advanced flow meters such as coriolis and ultrasonic is taking sheen from conventional types such as turbine, differential pressure, and positive displacement. Although conventional flow meters have taken a backseat, providers are upgrading traditional systems to meet high demands of precision and reliability.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- A new report released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. "Flow Meters: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a comprehensive review of market trends, provides an insight into process control industry, fluid measurement industry, flow measurement tools and techniques, regulatory environment in major regional markets, types of flow meters and related components, technological and product developments, M&A activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value and volume for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America by the following product segments - differential pressure flow meters, magnetic flow meters, mass flow meters, open channel flow meters, positive displacement flow meters, turbine flow meters, ultrasonic flow meters, anemometers, and vortex flow meters.

Recent innovations have led to significant improvements - magnetic flow meters are capable of measuring flow in large pipes while ultrasonic flow meters (transit-time, doppler, and hybrid ultrasonic meters) offer several decisive advancements over traditional flow meters including resistance to heavy wear and tear of parts, non-contact functionality, and greater versatility during operation. United States is the largest flow meters market and is projected to account for more than 1 million units in volume terms and US$1.3 billion in value terms by the year 2010. Also, United States process control industry ranks first in the supply of process control equipment, accounting for a share of approximately 45%. Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing flow meters market in the world and is projected to register a CAGR of over 6.1% in volume terms and 4.3% in value terms during the ten-year analysis period.

Flow sensors are commanding significant demand in the replacement market, spurred by presence of a wide installed base in European countries. Various safety issues related to the use of flow sensors in certain industries, such as oil and gas and chemicals require mandatory check ups and servicing. This has created larger opportunities for replacement sales of flow sensors in these markets. Rapid growth of ultrasonic flow meters market has also been supplemented by the approval of standards by various regulatory authorities such as American Gas Association (AGA), the American Petroleum Institute (API), and International Organization for Legal Metrology (OIML).

Ultrasonic flow meters market is projected to account for over US$700 million in terms of value and 400 thousand units by the year 2010. Accuracy and reliability, apart from the advantages of minimal installation and maintenance cost, are likely to drive coriolis flow meters market, though they are highly priced and cumbersome. Differential pressure flow meters market accounted for the largest volume share of about 25% in the year 2006 while mass flow meters market accounted for over 21% in terms of value share during the same year.

Key players dominating the global flow meters market include Asea Brown Boverie, AMCO Water Metering Systems, Badger Meter, Dresser, Eastech Flow Controls, Emerson Electric, Emerson Process Management, Endress+Hauser, Faure Herman, Honeywell Industrial Automation and Control Solutions, Idex Corporation, Invensys Process Systems, Rockwell Automation, Siemens AG, Teledyne Isco, and Yokogawa Electric Corporation.

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New Abbington and Stone Home Product Library Links Home Product Manufacturers Directly with Consumers

The Abbington & Stone Home Product Library does not sell, endorse or review home-related products. However, it has a profound ability to influence the home product purchasing decisions of millions of homeowners.

Indianapolis, IN (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- The new Abbington & Stone Home Product Library inspires consumers to explore innovative fashionable home and garden products ranging from raw materials to finishing touches and encompasses the knowledge they need to make educated home product purchasing decisions among the widest possible variety of choices. The Library is the first comprehensive online environment dedicated to providing consumers with:

Direct connections to in-depth home-related product information
Detailed product specifications, manuals, literature, purchasing options
Available manufacturer promotions, discounts and other incentives
Service and support options

For home product manufacturers, many smaller to midsize or specialty manufacturers, the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library presents compelling new opportunities to interact with consumers in ways that move beyond the limitations imposed by both Internet and traditional advertising. Through a clean, sophisticated, uncluttered interface, manufacturers can tell the complete story of their distinctive and exclusive products. For a limited time, the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library is offering home product manufacturers five product listings at no charge to experience the power of the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library with no risk.

"An estimated two billion home product-based search engine searches conducted every month are tied into highly ad-saturated environments -- consumers experience frustration and distraction and are increasingly ad-averse, to both Internet and traditional media advertising. The long-term success of today's manufacturer is firmly entrenched with informed and loyal consumers. Quality, dynamic promotion such as that offered by the singular Abbington & Stone Library is essential," notes Kevin Williams of Abbington & Stone.

Counter to established advertising and business models, the potent combination of elements yields remarkable opportunities to develop powerful relationships with long-term benefits to both consumers and manufacturers.

Says Williams, "Manufacturers find the task of attracting meaningful consumer attention an increasingly more expensive, time-consuming and an often-unproductive endeavor, as consumers response to advertising dwindles. Manufacturers of all sizes are challenged to penetrate markets and retain viability. The Abbington & Stone Home Product Library reverses directly addresses consumer needs while offering an extraordinary new growth platform for manufacturers."

"The ultimate customer exploration experience -- in-depth product information, specifications, warranty, support, promotional offers, sales outlets and more - are all available within an ad-free environment via the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library," remarks Steven Driscoll, Ph.D. of Abbington & Stone. "In 2008, consumer and manufacturer interaction will advance with access to the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library over mobile devices."

For manufacturers, appropriate and timely delivery of relevant product information is the thread that links them to consumers. In addition to robust product searches, the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library includes a suite of integrated tools that make product information distribution easy:

Abbington & Stone's new Product Cycle Management system is the first international product registration system designed to deliver the latest product information based on product manufacturing stages by means of a registration number included on or with registered products.

JetSet, another exclusive Abbington & Stone innovation, provides custom real time global product information distribution that allows manufacturers to "push" product information in real-time worldwide from a central location -- JetSet technology makes Abbington & Stone real-time product data globally portable.

These innovations from the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library solves many complex information distribution problems facing home product manufacturers today.

"The Abbington & Stone Home Product Library re-engineers the relationship that exists between consumers and manufacturers," remarks Williams. "The Abbington & Stone Home Product Library environment cultivates these relationships. The interactions will offer a fascinating view into the future of business."

The uniqueness, power, and depth and breadth of material available from the Abbington & Stone Home Product Library is garnering industry and public attention in a big way. "Even prior to formal release, we are working with thousands of manufacturers," notes Williams. "We expect this number to multiply over the next few months as manufacturers take advantage of lifetime pricing advantages and the rush to be represented in November when the consumer search opens to an estimated one million plus daily searches. It is encouraging to observe the level of excitement and acceptance witnessed from all sectors. The positive response illustrates the willingness of companies to move in new directions with consumers -- and consumers are welcoming the sentiment."

The Abbington & Stone Home Product Library opens to consumers in November 2007.

For more information, visit AbbingtonStone.com (http://AbbingtonStone.com).

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ShippingSupply.com Adds Colored Bubble Wrap® to Inventory

ShippingSupply.com, a leading online shipping and packaging supplies company, now offers customers colored Bubble Wrap® as part of its extensive line of products, which includes bubble mailers, bubble rolls, bubble bags and other shipping supplies.

Sussex, WI (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- ShippingSupply.com, a leading online shipping and packaging supplies company, now offers customers colored Bubble Wrap® as part of its extensive line of products, which includes bubble mailers, bubble rolls, bubble bags and other shipping supplies.

The wholesale colored Bubble Wrap® is available in blue or lime green. In addition to being an ideal and cost-effective solution for void-filling, cushioning and surface protection, the colored Bubble Wrap® will help to add fun and create a powerful first impression for people receiving it.

The colored Bubble Wrap® delivers superior puncture resistance and excellent air retention, making it a versatile packing material for electronics, automotive parts, furniture, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, dental supplies and other items. It's also 100% recyclable, comes with free shipping and can withstand extreme temperatures, which helps to ensure items aren't broken or damaged in the mail.

Customers interested in purchasing colored Bubble Wrap® can visit www.ShippingSupply.com or call 1-262-995-8154.

About ShippingSupply.com
ShippingSupply.com, a leading online shipping and packaging supplies company, is known for delivering the highest quality shipping and packaging supplies at exceptional prices with unbeatable customer service and free shipping on every order. All items are purchased in bulk so that customers can purchase supplies in smaller quantities at the lowest possible prices. To learn more about the extensive line of products at ShippingSupply. or call 1-262-995-8154. Anyone interested can also sign up to receive the latest offers from ShippingSupply.com and stay informed of the newest materials available for all types of shipping needs.

Bubble Wrap® is a Registered Trademark of Sealed Air Corporation.

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Bella Glass Debuts Exciting New Innovation in Home Décor

Bella Glass introduces large-scale fused glass to the architectural world. Fused glass provides a modern alternative to stained or etched glass for doors, windows or wherever glass would be used. With layers of dimensional color and no lead lines, it offers design possibilities beyond any other decorative glass available in the building industry.

Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -– Gorgeously hued fused glass is the hot new trend in interior decorating for 2007 thanks to a new Sarasota-based business, BellaGlass.com. The unique, labor-intensive process uses high heat along with the creative hand of the artist to make art as radiantly beautiful as it is functional. And in today’s competitive real estate market, this “beautiful glass” makes a lasting impression on potential homebuyers.

“This is definitely not your grandmother’s or even your mother’s stained glass,” explains Bella Glass owner/artisan Vincent Dessberg. “It is the new rage in glass. There are no intrusive lead lines. The colors are unbelievably vibrant. Each finished piece is a one-of-a-kind treasure.”

Standard designs or custom fused glass panels up to 4 foot by 8 foot are available to enhance a grand entryway, designer shower, showplace kitchen, or anywhere ordinary glass might be used. “The look is unlike anything you’ve seen before. The end product is so distinctive, it’s just amazing,” Dessberg enthuses.

The design team at Bella Glass works with homeowners, architects, designers and builders to help create a look that compliments any style or color scheme to fuse extraordinary beauty into any space.

Visit the website www.bellaglass.com or call (941) 365-7100 to schedule an appointment in their showroom.

About Bella Glass, Inc:
Vincent Dessberg is a fused glass artist who saw the potential for large panels of fused glass in architecture, and thus Bella Glass was born. The company is located in the heart of Sarasota, Florida.

Contact:
Onjay Mrotek, Sales Executive
Bella Glass, Inc.
(941) 365-7100
http://www.bellaglass.com

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Paramount PDS Again Cited for 'Exemplary Performance' by Raytheon for Direct Digital Rapid Manufacturing of Key Components

Paramount PDS has received Raytheon's 2007 Supplier Excellence Award for achievement in direct digital rapid manufacturing of key components for an advanced mine-hunting sonar system and other defense programs.

Langhorne PA (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- For the second consecutive year, Paramount PDS, a leading product development specialist, has been cited for exemplary performance by Raytheon IDS for achievement in direct digital rapid manufacturing of key components for an advanced mine-hunting sonar system and other defense programs.

The citation was announced during ceremonies at Raytheon's Integrated Defense Systems offices in Tewksbury, MA on Wednesday, June 19. Representing Paramount were Jim Williams, CEO, and Renee Flynn, the technology specialist who led the development team working on the Raytheon AQS-20 system components. Paramount is one of 22 companies selected from 3,000 suppliers to receive Raytheon's 2007 Supplier Excellence Award.

The AQS-20 system incorporates five separate sonar systems in a compact, lightweight and hydrodynamically stable vehicle that can be towed from a helicopter or will be deployed in the future with an unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV). Raytheon produces the advanced-technology systems for the U.S. Navy.

Paramount's technical challenge was to develop a rapid manufacturing process and material capable of achieving certification for withstanding the demands of an underwater environment and successfully produce the specialized fairings to precise specifications in a direct digital rapid manufacturing mode. A total of 38 fairings were manufactured for each AQS-20 system.

Jim Williams, president of Paramount, noted that virtually every aspect of Paramount's product development experience and expertise was involved in serving Raytheon's needs in 2006. "Rapid prototyping, advanced materials research and application as well as our state-of-the-art direct digital rapid manufacturing skill sets convened to meet stringent requirements of the AQS-20 program and other military programs. It was truly a team effort that involved every business unit's capabilities within our organization. We are extremely proud of this recognition two years in a row,|" said Williams.

Direct digital rapid manufacturing is an emerging technology that produces chemical-resistant and robust thermo-plastic components direct from 3D-CAD solid model input, thus dispensing with the need for costly and time-consuming tooling. The technology is well-suited to a variety of applications where relatively low quantities of thermo-plastic components are required.

Paramount PDS is among the world's most experienced providers of product development services, including design engineering and analysis, rapid prototyping, rapid tooling and new direct digital rapid manufacturing technology that produces custom parts direct from digital input. Founded in 1966, the company's headquarters and principal engineering and manufacturing facilities are in Langhorne PA.

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Reverse Engineering Breathes New Life Into Old Equipment

A new twist helps maximize returns on your investment in equipment. Many manufacturers are finding it useful to know a firm that reverse engineers and updates old printed circuit boards and controllers, extending the working life of their equipment.

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- For more than 18 years, Armistead Technologies has reverse engineered printed circuit boards (PCBs) for clients in the electronics industry. Recently however, an increasing number of small to mid-size manufacturers are discovering the value of reverse engineering as a business resource.

Company founder and owner John Armistead recalled a recent project for a client who was, of all things, a commercial printer.

"The controller boards in his machines had been repaired and repaired, and they were just worn out," Armistead says. "But everything else was fine."

"This guy didn't care what went into the board," Armistead continues. "He just wanted his machines back up and running reliably. And he knew he needed to start by having someone reverse engineer the circuit board."

That's a typical path for many small manufacturers, who come from diverse industries. A critical piece of equipment breaks down. The cost of replacing it seems needlessly high given that its mechanical components are basically sound. But, the electronic components - the printed circuit boards - are no longer repairable or available as replacement parts.

That's when savvy managers call in reverse engineering experts like Armistead Technologies.

The commercial printer also needed a handful of replacement circuit boards to install in his existing machinery. So, in addition to reverse engineering the circuit board, Armistead Technologies custom-manufactured ten PC boards - which was all the printer needed to put his equipment back on line for many more years of profitable service.

Armistead Technologies integrates manufacturing and assembly capabilities in its menu of services, making it a one-stop shop for its customers.

"We take the broken-down old circuit board, reverse engineer it, update it with new components, and deliver a brand-new board that plugs right into the old system," Armistead says. "Not only is the system up and running again, but it also can be repaired easily because everything on the board is current."

Furthermore, functions can actually be added during the re-engineering process, extending the life of the system even more and creating additional efficiencies.

Armistead points out that the cost of reverse engineering and manufacturing five or ten circuit boards is a fractional percentage of the cost of replacing the equipment. In most cases, the cost savings are dramatic.

"When a system isn't working any more, a lot of people think their only option is to replace the system. But they can get someone like me to replace just the board, and keep the system in operation."

Listen in:
John Armistead recently spoke with Ken Rayment of the Better Business Podcast about how reverse engineering can help small and mid-sized manufacturers extend the working life of their equipment, conserve their capital, and increase the efficiency of their processes.
http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/4197/

About Armistead Technologies, LLC
Armistead Technologies is an engineering firm based near Baltimore, Maryland. It was founded in 1989 by John Armistead, a graduate electrical engineer from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Armistead Technologies specializes in reverse engineering printed circuit boards, and re-engineering older PCB designs to be compliant with updated standards and compatibilities.

For more information about getting re-engineered replacement circuit boards, visit http://www.armisteadtechnologies.com/replacement-boards.shtml or call John Armistead at (410) 627-2408.

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Harcourt Assessment Introduces TalentLens Series of Talent Assessment Solutions

New solution brings a wide range of assessment content together in a single, integrated assessment.

San Antonio, TX (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Harcourt Assessment, Inc., a leading talent assessment company, today introduced the TalentLens series of talent assessment solutions. To assist employers in making more accurate hiring decisions, TalentLens includes industry-specific assessments that provide a holistic approach for selecting and promoting employees. TalentLens provides a comprehensive view of both the cognitive abilities and work styles of a candidate with a single solution.

"TalentLens takes the guess-work out of assessing employment and promotion candidates," said Harcourt Assessment Vice President of Human Resources Phillip Weiss. "With TalentLens' industry-specific assessments, employers can be confident that they are assessing the skills most relevant to job success within their business."

Through the use of role-based assessments, TalentLens provides a targeted assessment for each potential candidate that helps predict potential job performance. These competency focused assessments provided by the TalentLens solution enhance employers' ability to make accurate and efficient hiring decisions and place the right person in the job. In a single assessment that takes just 45-60 minutes to complete, TalentLens offers an integrated measurement of specific ability and work-related personality traits documented by validity studies and the Department of Labor to be important to each specific role.

Harcourt Assessment offers a wide array of talent assessment solutions, helping employers to maximize their human capital investment and enhance HR workflow through assessment solutions that aim to improve the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of a stellar workforce. Harcourt Assessment's solutions provide rapid, accurate, objective and unbiased insight, and better understanding of candidates and employees. This predictive information enables employers to make more accurate hiring decisions, align individual capabilities to organizational needs, and develop a high-performance and confident workforce. Companies of all sizes, world-wide, are leveraging these solutions to drive competitive advantage in areas such as critical thinking, problem solving, leadership development, and job fit.

For more information on Harcourt Assessment's talent assessment products, visit http://www.AssessTalent.com

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Full Service Custom Metal Forming Company, Katy Spring & Mfg. Inc., Celebrates Growth

The long-time local provider of custom springs and metal components proves hard work can pay off.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Katy Spring & Mfg. Inc. approaches every customer request and project as though they have a personal stake in the project, and it is this commitment and spirit of taking ownership that has set the company apart over the past year -- as sales reach a record high.

From governmental jobs to private contracts and commercial businesses -- large and small -- Katy Spring & Mfg. treats every inquiry with the highest priority. This one project-at-a-time approach is earning the company both respect and a growing base of repeat customers and customer referrals, better than the most robust advertising campaign could achieve.

"We truly are only as good as the last requirement filled," said Scott Pitney, owner and operator, who emphasizes this as a key part of Katy Spring's basic business philosophy.

The ISO-certified company is strongly rooted in the Katy community and has been featured in the local media -- most recently the Katy News. Along with providing compression, extension, torsion and flat springs -- and other metal components of every shape, size and material type -- Katy Spring & Mfg. Inc. also provides customers a complete project team readied to facilitate sensitive timelines and meet required project specifications from beginning to end.

And in response to growing Houston-based customer needs, the company now offers heat treating services for a wide variety of metals. Processes include age hardening, vacuum heat treating, quench and tempering and stress relieving -- providing one-day lead times for most jobs. All of Katy Spring Heat Treat Division's large-capacity ovens are calibrated and surveyed.

"We work closely with our customers to find out what they really need and advise on ways to achieve optimal results. Their project success is our project success," said owner James West.

"I think this real caring about their project and not just filling another order is the reason we're celebrating the success that we are. It's just the way we do business. And, it's nice to see that it's rewarded," added owner Mark West.

See why Katy Spring & Mfg. is an "Inc. Magazine" ™ top 5000 privately-held, fastest growing U.S. company. Log onto www.katyspring.com to view the product catalog, read testimonials and find out how Katy Spring & Mfg. Inc. can facilitate a project success. Or, call 281-391-1888.

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Diamond Liners, Inc. Announces New Website Launch; Revamped Site Features Comprehensive Technical Support & Equipment Sales

Diamond Liners, Inc., a leader in the spray on pickup truck bed liners industry and chemical application spray experts, launched their new website, www.diamondliners.com on June 27, 2007.

Santa Fe Springs, CA (PRWEB) June 28, 2007 -- Diamond Liners, Inc., a leader in the spray on pickup truck bed liners industry and chemical application spray experts, launched their new website, www.diamondliners.com on June 27, 2007.

The newly renovated site features a technical library, Graco part numbers, schematics and manuals, e-commerce, application photos and information about the 17-year-old company for new and existing customers, including contractors and OEMs. The site's e-commerce aspect allows customers more flexibility and options when it comes to purchasing manufacturing equipment, foam insulation spray, parts, safety, testing equipment and more.

The objective of the website overhaul, according to company owners John and Danette Bender, is to cement Diamond Liner's reputation as technical experts -- in person, via telephone and now on the web. The company's website is a nearly 8-month culmination of efforts by a team of creative professionals assembled by Enthusiast, Inc., a web marketing firm in Monrovia, CA.

"What attracted us was the personal interaction from the start, their ability to understand what our vendors and customers needed from our new website and the unique talents and innovation of the entire team Enthusiast put together," Danette Bender said.

Christine Whitmarsh and her writing firm Christine, Ink contributed all the copywriting and content editing for the website. Twin Engine Creative's Jonathan Gesinger was responsible for bringing together the elements that have, in his opinion, made Diamond Liners a success -- great customer service, cutting edge products and a forward thinking business model. Paul Ekstrand of Enthusiast said that his company's goal was to create a content friendly site that clients and prospects could navigate easily, while taking advantage of keyword analysis for search engine optimization.

Diamond Liner's new manufacturing oriented website is an online representation of what the company is best known for: technical knowledge and expertise, tech. support for industrial coating applicators, customer service, and a complete offering of Polyurea, polyurethane foam parts and equipment and spray polyurethane rigs for sale.

"Our goal is to be on the cutting edge of internet technology in our industry and our new website is an innovative method of continuing to offer the same hands-on expertise, sales and support that we pride ourselves on offering to our customers," said John Bender.

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National Coatings Announces Low Rise Roofing Adhesive Product Line

National Coatings Corporation (NCC), announces the release of their new Low Rise Roofing Adhesive (LRRA) adding to their extensive line of high performance, environmentally responsible, energy saving, sustainable roof systems for commercial and industrial buildings.

Camarillo, CA (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- National Coatings Corporation (NCC), announces the release of their new Low Rise Roofing Adhesive (LRRA) adding to their extensive line of high performance, environmentally responsible, energy saving, sustainable roof systems for commercial and industrial buildings.

Roofing screws and fasteners can now be a thing of the past. "Why make holes in a roof only to try to seal them up?" says Matt Kolb, President of National Coatings Corporation. The rapidly increasing acceptance of low rise roof adhesives is the result of their many benefits. One study even suggests that the labor savings alone can be up to 75% over the mechanically fastened systems! Seamless monolithic LRRA eliminates the temperature transmission from mechanical fasteners resulting in greatly improved building efficiency and positively affecting climate change. The National Roofing Contractors Association estimates that up to a whopping 18% of the roof systems R-value can be recovered by using polyurethane adhesive instead of fasteners.

This very high performing product has been subjected to the industry's most rigorous testing including Underwriter Laboratories UL 1897, Uplift Tests for Roof Covering Systems and FM Approvals Standard 4470 for securing selected roof insulations for various windstorm classifications.

Vince LaBruzzo, National Sales Manager states that "the benefits of adhesion to nearly every deck type, added insulation, long list of credentials, no disruption to building occupants, no VOC's and significant labor savings are sure to please the roofing community.
Performance through Innovation™ is the way National Coatings Corporation (www.nationalcoatings.com) responds to the needs of the roofing community. This is a roofing system engineered to last a lifetime.

About National Coatings Corporation
Performance through Innovation™, National Coatings Corporation (Camarillo, CA) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium-quality elastomeric roof and wall coating products. For over 25 years, NCC has provided its customers with leading edge products, support, and thought leadership. National Coatings is a charter member of the Cool Roof Rating Council and the ENERGY STAR® Roof Products group, founding member of the RRCI (Reflective Roof Coating Institute) and was twice recognized as ENERGY STAR Roof Products Partner of the Year. NCC's leading brands include AcryShield®, AcryPly®, AcryGuard® AcryPly-D™, and AcryFlex®.

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Objectivity Offers Manufacturing and Process Control Industry White Paper

ARC advisory group reviews business and operational data management complexities.

Sunnyvale, Calif. (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- Advancing the knowledge base for its object oriented real-time data management platform that expands the existing performance boundaries in data management, Objectivity, Inc. today announces the publication of a new white paper showcasing the business and operational complexities faced within the manufacturing and process control environments. This white paper entitled "Information and Knowledge Management in a Complex World" offers an overview of how manufacturers can use the Objectivity/DB object oriented technology to consolidate multi-source data for improved business efficiencies and to enhance strategic planning and profitability. Authored by the ARC Advisory Group, the paper discusses using Objectivity/DB as a hub in manufacturing and process control operations for the access and exchange of huge amounts of complex and disparate information.

Doing Business in a Complex Global Environment
Operating a business in today's global collaborative environment mandates the access and exchange of huge amounts of complex and disparate information. In order for manufacturers to meet the demands of consumer-driven market production systems, they must be flexible and adapt quickly to new product introductions. They need to consider a more holistic approach in bringing their products to market. Objectivity's new white paper helps developers by offering expanded knowledge about the manufacturers' business climate and the difficult problems confronting them. The paper examines the technical challenges faced by designers of advanced manufacturing and process control systems that are able to not only handle huge amounts of complex and disparate information, but must also be able to deliver high performance and massive scalability. It briefly reviews the pertinent features of Objectivity/DB and describes how to use the Objectivity platform to overcome these technical challenges.

"As a leading innovator and product leadership company in data management, we believe it is important for us to provide object oriented developers, as well as the manufacturing vertical within the database market, with information necessary to develop new applications which meet their business needs," said Jay Jarrell president and CEO of Objectivity. "This white paper will help manufacturing and process control organizations to understand how to harness the power of Objectivity/DB to manage data with complex relationships supporting PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solutions, global manufacturing operations, and enterprise architectures."

Objectivity/DB Serves as a Repository for Horizontal and Vertical Interoperability
The Objectivity/DB platform enables Objectivity's customers and their end-users to collect, analyze and correlate event data and its complicated inter-relationships with known attributes in order to optimize a process or alert to failure of a process. This ability to provide the precise optimization of a system, scale without loss of performance and manage complex data in a real-time environment has significantly improved applications used in process control, medical and telecommunications equipment, financial services and the government sector. Objectivity/DB provides a reliable, scalable repository for horizontal and vertical interoperability for the wide range of complex data types found in today's advanced real-time applications managing multi-source data. The Objectivity/DB platform is highly optimized for performance and throughput in systems that handle highly interconnected data.

About ARC Advisory Group and Dick Slansky, Senior Analyst
Founded in 1986, ARC Advisory Group has grown to become the Thought Leader in Manufacturing and Supply Chain solutions. No matter how complex your business issues, their analysts have the expert industry knowledge and first-hand experience to help you find the best answer. They focus on simple yet critical goals: improving your return on assets, operational performance, total cost of ownership, project time-to-benefit, and shareholder value.

Mr. Dick Slansky, Senior Analyst PLM and Discrete Manufacturing, brings over 30 years of direct experience in the areas of Manufacturing Engineering, N/C Programming, Control Systems Integration, Automated Assembly Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Development, and Technical Project Management.

About Objectivity, Inc.
Objectivity, Inc. is a global technology leader in data management products and services for software applications with the most demanding data management challenges. The company's flagship product, Objectivity/DB® is the leading object oriented data management (ODBMS) platform for the real-time management of complex inter-related data. Objectivity/DB is recognized for its ability to store and manage very large volumes of complex data for event and relationship processing within mission-critical applications. These applications are developed by ISVs, OEMs and end-users in Government Intelligence and the Military, process control, medical and telecommunications equipment and financial services. Objectivity/DB enables organizations to monitor, analyze and respond by identifying inter-relationships or anomalies providing real-time intelligence for predictive analysis and decision support.

Objectivity, Inc. is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA. Please contact us by visiting our contact page, objectivity.com or calling (408) 992-7100. Objectivity/DB is available on a 60-day Free Trial basis at objectivity.com/download. Objectivity also provides Free Object Database Training Courses online at learn.objectivity.com.

Note to editors Objectivity/DB is a registered trademark of Objectivity, Inc. All other company, organization, product or alliance names mentioned herein remain the property of their respective owners.

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Sports and Energy Drinks Energize Growth in $12.5 Billion Beverage Market, According to New Report

According to a recently released market research report published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., the world sports drinks market and energy drinks market are collectively expected to reach US $39.2 billion by 2010. Sports drinks represent a well-entrenched segment with a more stable consumption trend in the beverage market. The energy drinks market, on the other hand, is rapidly expanding, given its relatively unexplored and untapped potential.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- A new report on the influence of sports and energy drinks in the beverage market has been released by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. “Sports and Energy Drinks: A Global Strategic Business Report” provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, challenges, product overviews, players and competition. Emphasis is placed on consumption trends, product positioning strategies, consumer preferences, demographic trends and flavor innovations, among others. The report also offers detailed company profiles and enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for established/emerging geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, U.K., Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

Sports and energy drinks are high priced premium functional beverages market that witnessed robust growth over the last decade. The United States continues to be the largest market, worth an estimated U.S. $12.5 billion in 2007, followed by Europe and Japan. Collectively, they account for about 88 percent of the global market. The U.S. sports drinks market is mature while the energy drinks segment is expected to grow at a strong rate of 33.7 percent. The European market is expected to grow at a healthy pace. The U.K. and Germany are the largest regional markets with sales exceeding U.S. $4.6 billion. France is the fastest growing market at 18 percent CAGR. Japan is projected to see a moderate growth.

The desire to lead healthy lives and the importance of exercise in physical well-being is a major growth driver propelling consumption of these new age beverages. Sports drinks are driven by unique product concepts, new brands, flavors and brand extensions of popular products. This performance beverage market is now positioned as a sophisticated specialist segment of the sports nutrition market for professional athletes and body builders. The energy drinks market typically contains a variety of revitalizing ingredients. They have crept into lifestyles of various demographic groups including children, ethnic groups and fitness enthusiasts. Energy drinks are being positioned as a universally appealing drink for children and adults alike.

Changes in branding and marketing strategies are altering dynamics at the product, player, and market level. For energy drinks, a male-oriented market is witnessing players make an all-out effort to attract more female customers and retain aging consumers. Leading companies are responding to flavor preferences of women with buzzwords such as light, sugar-free, low-carb, crisp and delicately carbonated beverages. Aging baby boomers with higher disposable incomes and the desire to maintain personal health and fitness, represents a lucrative target group. Intelligent product positioning engineered to suit specific consumer lifestyles is, and will continue to be, a key factor for successful market expansion. Introduction of unique energizing concepts, product positioning and strong marketing initiatives are expected to prop up growth patterns.

The market is characterized by the presence of specialized manufacturers as well as food and beverage powerhouses. Key players in the marketplace include Pepsi, Coca Cola, Danone, Hansen Beverage Company, Monarch Beverage Co, Red Bull, Dark Dog, GlaxoSmithkline, Extreme Beverages, Taisho Pharmaceuticals and Otsuka Pharmaceuticals. In terms of market share, Gatorade and Red Bull lead the sports and energy drinks segments, respectively. The Japanese market is dominated by regional players such as Taisho -- the pioneering developer of Lipovitan brand, Otsuka Pharmaceuticals and others.

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Kinaxis Executive Discusses the Need for Response Management and RapidResponse 9 on Better Process Podcast

Innovations in latest release drive improved responsiveness, collaboration and risk management for increasingly stressed global supply chains.

Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- Kinaxis™ Inc., the global leader in Response Management solutions that provide visibility and coordinated response to change for manufacturing and fulfillment organizations, today announced that Randy Littleson, vice president of marketing, recently recorded an interview with Better Process Podcast to discuss the growing need for Response Management and RapidResponse 9, the next generation of its market leading Response Management solution.

Ken Rayment, host of Better Process Podcast , a daily manufacturing news show, interviewed Littleson to discuss the market forces driving Response Management and the company's latest software release. In the approximate 10-minute podcast, Rayment speaks with Littleson about the complexities brought on by increasing demand volatility, shortening product lifecycles and globally distributed and outsourced supply chains.

According to Littleson, "RapidResponse is all about helping companies respond to ever-present change that is threatening to undermine their business if left unattended or poorly managed." He went on to explain the key innovations in version 9:

Compress time to resolution through proactive event monitoring and alerting
Respond faster and more accurately by quickly engaging the right people
Reduce supply chain risk by monitoring and avoiding inventory liability
Response Management gives manufacturers a unique advantage in dealing with today's realities by empowering front-line staff with the visibility and tools they need to respond quickly and accurately to unexpected changes.

Listen to this interview

About Kinaxis
Kinaxis delivers an on-demand Response Management service for visibility and coordination to drive rapid response to constant change across global supply and fulfillment networks, resulting in breakthroughs in customer service and operating performance. Kinaxis RapidResponse combines multi-enterprise visibility, collaborative "what-if" analysis and rapid decision support to empower front-line manufacturing and fulfillment teams to take quick and effective action when faced with constant changes in demand, supply and product. Global leaders such as Casio, Honeywell, Jabil, Raytheon, Solectron and Benchmark Electronics use Kinaxis RapidResponse to empower their supply networks with superior responsiveness and gain competitive advantage. 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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Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs Faces Shortage of Skilled Labor for Construction Equipment Industry

Construction Equipment Industry is in need as the increasing demand for new construction calls attention to the equally increasing shortage of skilled labor workers to fill Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs.

Orange Park, FL (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- Construction Equipment Industry is in need, as the increasing demand for new construction calls attention to the equally, increasing shortage of skilled labor workers to fill Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs.

As long as Construction Equipment, such as bulldozers, backhoes, wheel loaders, excavators, and skid steer loaders, sit idle, construction companies lose money, eventually, driving up the costs of construction and lengthening job completion times. As one Heavy Equipment Operator put it: "If it's a three-man job and I'm the only one here qualified to run the equipment - then, it takes a bit longer! Good money though."

The International Union of Operating Engineers reports an expected growth in highway, bridge, and street construction across America, along with, commercial and population growth as cities continue to expand. Any new growth or expansion in business or population means new growth in construction, city services, utilities, and landscaping; all which are areas of industry offering Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs.

Another reason the industry needs qualified workers to fill the Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs and operate the Construction Equipment has to do with the, all-important, issue of safety. These large, powerful machines can make structures look like a deck of cards and where safety is concerned there is no room for error. E. Dombroskie, Supervisor at a new dig site, commented: "I'd rather have the equipment sitting idle, losing money, than have an unsafe or unqualified operator put lives at risk. It aint worth the buck you'd make."

National Heavy Equipment Operators School, also known as EarthMoverSchool.com provides cost-effective training with its Nationally accredited training programs. The school offers intensive training, leading to nationally recognized certificates, in the operation and safety of Construction Equipment: such as, bulldozers, tractor loader/backhoes, articulating wheel loaders, excavators, compact Bobcat® excavators, skid steer loaders and diesel truck tractors.

National Heavy Equipment Operators School (EarthMoverSchool.com) has introduced an innovative and comprehensive training program, reducing class time and offering its' candidates extensive hands on field training in the operation and safety of Construction Equipment. In preparation for any one of the numerous Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs now on the market, each candidate completes a distance education program. The program is delivered in an exciting interactive online format for the computer stimulated crowd. For those who still prefer to hold a book in their hands the school provides 60 individual lessons that are completed at home and then sent to the school for grading. The distance education is thought of as a sort of a ground school; it greatly reduces the amount of time a student has to spend in the classroom, thereby greatly reducing tuition costs to very reasonable levels.

The 350-acre training complex, located in Green Cove Springs, North Florida, proudly claims 25,000 successfully trained graduates and hosts students from all fifty states. The school makes sure that a sufficient number of properly working machines are on hand for the student body at the time of their residency. National Heavy Equipment Operators School partnered with Bobcat® Corporation and John Deere Company, whom are contributing training equipment partners.

EarthMoversSchool.com's Career Services Department continually keeps adding to its employer partners list and referring successful graduates to available openings.

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

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Giralt Enterprises Receives 2007 New Product Award for Aluminum Picket Handrail

The National Society of Professional Engineers- Professional Engineers in Industry- has chosen Pedro Giralt's aluminum picket handrail for the 2007 New Product Award. This prestigious award honors American companies and their contributions to society. Winning products were chosen for their exceptional engineering research, design and overall impact on our national economy.

Atlanta, GA (Vocus/PRWEB ) June 27, 2007 -- The National Society of Professional Engineers-Professional Engineers in Industry- has chosen Pedro Giralt's aluminum picket handrail for the 2007 New Product Award. This prestigious award honors American companies and their contributions to society. Winning products were chosen for their exceptional engineering research, design and overall impact on our national economy.

This Aluminum Picket Handrail was designed to AASHTO Bridge Design criteria for sidewalks, bridge approaches, retaining walls, etc. Modifications have been made to use them on balconies, pool enclosures, fences and marine construction applications. The basis of the design is a patented method of extrusions and snap-on clips for attaching the pickets. This method makes the product stronger than welded rails, by avoiding the heat effect from welds. US Patents were received in November 2004 and January 2007.

Giralt's mechanized picket railing dramatically saves time manufacturing, increases quality, and reduces product weight, while providing more strength that the Florida Department of transportation requires. It is the highest level of safety you can achieve in a hand railing, and is mandated in Florida on any structure with more that a 30" drop. The aluminum picket handrail is also ADA compliant and meets the International Building Code

Gator Bridge and Rail in Sanford, FL is the exclusive manufacturer and marketer of the Giralt railing. Gator and Giralt look to improve upon the standard picket design by offering other decorative or customized versions. The product is highly customizable- we can add circles, stars, etc to dress up the product.

Some of the advantages of the system are:

Assembly with snap-on clips is much quicker than welding, and can be done by helpers instead of certified welders.
The cleaning and grinding of welds is eliminated.
A greater amount of railing can be produced with the same manufacturing space, equipment and personnel.

For 30 years Gator has brought the best in design and innovation for aluminum bridge and aluminum rail systems. We offer superior lead times along with skilled manufacturing to ensure that your project comes in on time and under budget.

We have the largest spectrum of options in aluminum rail and aluminum bridge products with the capability to provide alternate designs and systems.

Gator Bridge & Rail Solutions
www.gatorbridge.com
www.gatorrail.com
800-621-2207

Giralt Enterprises
Miami, FL
305-234-6663

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Philadelphia, PA, Area

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

(PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bids or start construction in the next 90 days in the Philadelphia, PA, area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Philadelphia, PA -- Osun Village, 2308-14 Grays Ferry Ave., 22,500-square-foot mixed-use building, July 2007, $3 million. Project ID: 628149

Lancaster, PA -- Ann Taylor / Lancaster, 5,000-square-foot tenant improvement, August 2007, $250,000. Project ID: 622766

Philadelphia, PA -- Popeye's Chicken & Biscuits / Philadelphia, 4,000-square-foot restaurant, August 2007, $500,000. Project ID: 619327

Cherry Hill, NJ -- J. Jill, New Jersey State Route 70 and Haddonfield Road, 3,000-square-foot tenant improvement, August 2007, $150,000. Project ID: 630670

Cherry Hill, NJ -- Zales #1652, 2000 Route 38, 2,000-square-foot retail store, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 628967

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

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BlueCielo ECM Solutions Announces the InnoCielo Asset Management Module

InnoCielo Asset Management Module delivers engineering content to the fingertips of engineering and maintenance.

Rijswijk, The Netherlands (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- BlueCielo ECM Solutions (formerly Cyco Software), a leading global software company offering Engineering Content Management (ECM) solutions, announced today that it has released a much-anticipated add-on module to its flagship InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise solution, named the InnoCielo Asset Management Module. This module ensures the performance of mission-critical assets and avoids costly operational disruptions by integrating engineering content managed by InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise to enterprise assets managed by widely-used Enterprise Asset Management, Maintenance Management and Facility Management solutions, such as MRO's Maximo, SAP Plant Maintenance, FAMIS, Datastream, Ultimo and others.

The InnoCielo Asset Management Module integrates Engineering Content Management with Enterprise Asset Management, thus bridging the gap between Maintenance and Engineering. Standard integrations are now available with a number of maintenance management systems including Maximo and SAP Plant Maintenance. From the maintenance management system, users have direct access to the related technical documentation, for example, when viewing a work order, equipment or job plan.

Over the years, companies have implemented asset management solutions to get a grip on the routine maintenance of production assets. However, asset management cannot reach its full potential without proper management of asset-related technical documentation.

"The management of technical asset information is vital to the entire enterprise and is of critical importance in order to stay competitive and resume production as quickly as possible in case of unplanned downtime," says Martijn Janmaat, BlueCielo CEO. "The InnoCielo Asset Management Module has been designed to enhance, automate and streamline asset operations throughout the asset lifecycle and avoid costly operational disruptions, thus improving your bottom line."

The InnoCielo Asset Management Module manages the asset-document relationship in InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise and offers powerful functionality to find the latest versions of documents by asset number as well as the assets related to particular technical documents. This dramatically improves efficiency not only during engineering changes, but also during emergency maintenance and routine inspections.

The project engineering department can link assets to technical documentation and vice versa. For example, a process and instrumentation diagram needs to be linked to multiple corresponding assets. On the other hand assets like a pump or vessel need to be linked to multiple technical documents. When reviewing an asset, all the related and up-to-date documentation is made available by the Asset Management Module.

The InnoCielo Asset Management Module includes the InnoCielo Shop Floor Client, which provides maintenance staff access to assets and related technical documentation, requiring no more than a PC with an internet browser.

Benefits
- Intuitively find technical documents using an asset identifier as a search key
- Identify which set of documents is subject to change due to a plant change
- Improved quality (completeness and reliability) of technical asset information and as-built data
- Better compliance with quality, environmental and legal regulations
- Seamless handover of engineering data
- Reduced costs of production, maintenance and engineering
- Increased production through shorter unplanned process downtime and stop preparation

InnoCielo solutions are used in multiple vertical markets worldwide by companies such as Bluewater, EDF Energy, Entergy Nuclear, ExxonMobil, Finnish Rail, the Franke Group, Hewlett Packard, Huntsman, Met-Mex Penoles, Petrobras, Pfizer, RWE, Shell and many more.

For additional information on the InnoCielo Asset Management Module visit http://www.bluecieloecm.com/products/icamm, or call at (800) 323 2926 ext 111 (Toll-free from USA), +1 404 634 3302 (Americas) or +31 (0)70 413 3700 (EMEA).

About BlueCielo ECM Solutions:
BlueCielo ECM Solutions (formerly Cyco Software) provides Engineering Content Management and Application Integration solutions for multiple vertical industries including energy, oil & gas, petrochemical, government, pharmaceutical, and discrete and process manufacturing. BlueCielo has more than two decades of industry experience with over 275,000 users in 50+ countries worldwide. The company has offices in the USA, UK, Russia, Germany and the Netherlands, together with an extensive global network of established partners. BlueCielo ensures a high level of service and support on a truly worldwide scale for its leading software solutions, InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise and InnoCielo TeamWork (formerly AutoManager Meridian and AutoManager TeamWork).

For more information, please visit http://www.bluecieloecm.com, or call (800) 323 2926 ext 111 (Toll-free from USA), +1 404 634 3302 (Americas) or +31 (0)70 413 3700 (EMEA).

BlueCielo, InnoCielo, Cyco and AutoManager are registered trademarks of BlueCielo ECM Solutions. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. © 2007 BlueCielo ECM Solutions. All rights reserved.

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Matrikon Launches Free Information Visualization Software -- Matrikon Operational Insight Lite

Matrikon, the world's leader in information visualization technology, is pleased to announce the release of Matrikon™ Operational Insight Lite, a software tool to acquire, display, and analyze process data from both real-time and historical data sources.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- Matrikon, the world's leader in information visualization technology, is pleased to announce the release of Matrikon™ Operational Insight Lite, a software tool to acquire, display, and analyze process data from both real-time and historical data sources.

Matrikon Operational Insight Lite, available for download from Matrikon's web site at no cost, is based on Matrikon's award-winning visualization and decision support software, Matrikon Operational Insight. Matrikon Operational Insight Lite enables operations, engineering, and maintenance personnel to build and view insightful trends, process graphics and KPI dashboards from their desktop PCs.

To access this free visualization tool please visit www.matrikon.com/operational-insight.

"People must often provide a business case to justify expensive tools to management, even to resolve simple questions," says Pablo Asiron, Matrikon Operational Insight product manager. "To remove barriers between people and the answers they need, we decided to offer this tool at no cost for anyone to use… for as long as they want."

Key features of Matrikon Operational Insight Lite include:

Connectivity to multiple OPC data sources
Standards-based access to real-time (OPC DA) and historical (HDA) data
Powerful trending support including ad-hoc analysis
Instant export to popular data formats such as Microsoft Excel
Complete graphics editing with easy-to-use wizards
Rich symbol library with over 3,000 high-quality components

About Matrikon:
Matrikon is a leading provider of industrial intelligence solutions that enable manufacturing plants to achieve operational excellence by transforming production data into knowledge to predict and prevent problems and optimize operations. Matrikon's customers achieve agile operations through the combination of external market and plant data to make informed, intelligent decisions in real-time. With offices in major cities throughout North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East and a global client base including industry leaders in a wide range of process industries, Matrikon's reach is global.
www.matrikon.com

Matrikon is a trademark or registered trademark of Matrikon, Inc.

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Martel Electronics Announces the Millennium Series 3001 Precision Laboratory Calibrator

Martel Calibrators, a division of Martel Electronics, releases the next generation in precision lab calibration instruments, the Millennium Series 3001 Calibrator. It is a multifunction calibrator for voltage, current, thermocouples, rtds, pressure and has a isolated measurement channel.

Londonderry, NH (PRWEB) June 27, 2007 -- Martel Electronics Corporation announces the availability of the Millennium Series 3001 Precision Laboratory Calibrator, the newest and most advanced of its family of laboratory grade multi-function calibrators. The precision laboratory calibrator combines the power and features of the M2001 (voltage, current, thermocouple, RTD and pressure) with a second completely isolated measurement channel for a single laboratory calibration instrument.

The 3001 calibrator's extensive feature set is accessed through a simple-to-use and intuitive user interface with pushbutton selection of functions and two (2) clear brightly backlit displays. As a laboratory instrument, the DC accuracy is rated at ±0.0025% of reading. This great DC accuracy specification translates into similar performance for measuring and simulating temperature with thermocouples and RTDs.

The 3001 laboratory calibrator also includes a second isolated measurement channel to provide the complete loop for process instrument and transmitter calibration. The isolated measurement channel has two (2) voltage ranges (10 VDC and 100 VDC); milliAmp measurement to 52 mADC; available 24 VDC loop power; a user switched 250 Ohm in loop HART resistor and an accuracy of ±0.005% of reading on voltage ranges.

In voltage mode, the 3001 precision calibrator offers four (4) output ranges of 100 mV, 1 V, 10 V and 100 V DC. All voltage outputs settle to full specification in less than 200 milliseconds allowing use of the 3001 in automated calibration and testing systems.

As a high performance temperature calibrator, the 3001 has a typical RTD measurement accuracy is ±0.02° C, and simulation accuracy is an extremely stable ±0.05° C. Resolution is another strong point at 0.001° C for 100 Ohm Platinum RTDs. The lab calibrator can read or source any of 11 thermocouple types and millivolts, 9 RTD types and YSI 400 thermistors and Ohms.

As a pressure instrument, the pressure interface is compatible with Martel's BetaPort-P digital pressure modules, which are available in 29 ranges and types from 10" WC to 10,000 PSI full scale. The calibrator is also compatible with pressure modules from Mensor and Fluke.

The 3001 calibrator includes both RS-232 and IEEE-488 serial interfaces for remote control applications using Martel's fully documented ASCII protocol. The lab calibrator is also fully compatible with Fluke Met-Cal® metrology software.

Some of the other important and useful features include 5-way copper alloy binding posts, nine (9) user defined setpoints for each output mode and curve, 25 Ohm and 100 Ohm SPRT custom curves, separate bright backlit displays for I/O modes and the isolated measurement channel (each display is a large 16 character by 2 line LCD display) and standard 19" rack mounting ability.

You can learn more about the Martel Beta Millennium 3001 Lab Calibrator by visiting: http://www.martelcalibrators.com/3001 or by calling (603) 434-1433.

Martel Electronics Corporation offers a diversified line of hand-held and bench calibrators, process instruments, process indicators, power supplies, meters and displays, and test and measurement instruments manufactured to the highest quality standards for the process industry and OEM applications.

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IC Delivers Fast PWM Generation for Motor Control Applications; 40 kHz PWM Output Lowers Torque Ripple and Improves Smoothness

Announcing the MC73110 Motor Control IC with faster 40kHz PWM (pulse width modulated) waveform generation. This compact, single-axis IC provides advanced, fully-digital velocity and torque control of brushless DC motors. Using the MC73110, only a MOSFET or IGBT triple half-bridge is needed to create a complete intelligent motor controller.

Lincoln, MA (PRWEB) June 26, 2007 -- Performance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD) announces the release of the MC73110 Motor Control IC with faster 40kHz PWM (pulse width modulated) waveform generation. This compact, single-axis IC provides advanced, fully-digital velocity and torque control of brushless DC motors. Using the MC73110, only a MOSFET or IGBT triple half-bridge is needed to create a complete intelligent motor controller.

The MC73110 operates in one of three modes: internal velocity profile mode, velocity mode with an external command signal, and torque mode with an external command signal. It provides software-programmable velocity and current loops, six-step and sinusoidal commutation, analog or digital command input, profile generation, and digital current loop. It can be operated as a stand-alone intelligent motion IC, or via serial commands as a programmable axis controller. Additional functions of the MC73110 include PI current loop compensation, trajectory generation, commutation, velocity loop, encoder input, and Hall sensor input.

Chuck Lewin, President and CEO comments, "To satisfy the demand for greater motor efficiency and faster transfer times, there has been a growing trend toward low-inductance, high performance motors. Keeping these motors operating at peak efficiency requires sophisticated, high-speed controls, and dedicated motor control ICs provide exactly this capability. They are being used more and more in today's challenging motion control applications."

The MC73110 is ideal for low-cost brushless motor amplifiers. It can be used in applications such as medical automation, centrifuges, tape drives, machine tools, scientific instrumentation, semiconductor equipment, HVAC, pumps and compressors, and general automation. The new higher-speed PWM output is ideal for low inductance motors, and with applications that require high motor velocity or high acceleration.

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June 25, 2007

Pricing Gets Boardroom Attention

Almost 70% of survey respondents said that price improvement is a current topic of concern among key stakeholders including the executive team, boards of directors, investors and financial analysts. The survey also indicated that this executive-level interest in pricing effectiveness is a trending up sharply; more than two thirds of the companies indicated that it is only within the last two years that it has became an area of broad strategic focus.

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- Zilliant, the leading provider of price optimization and price management software, today announced the results of a preliminary executive survey highlighting how pricing has become a CEO and board-level priority. Almost 70% of respondents said that price improvement is a current topic of concern among key stakeholders including the executive team, boards of directors, investors and financial analysts. The survey also indicated that this executive-level interest in pricing effectiveness is a trending up sharply; more than two thirds of the companies indicated that it is only within the last two years that it has became an area of broad strategic focus.

"Heightened interest in pricing, especially from boards and investors, reflects greater awareness of how tightly linked pricing practices are with financial performance," said Eric Hills, vice president of marketing at Zilliant. "Increasing prices by just 1% has been shown to improve a company's margins by more than 10%, making it one of the most direct and controllable ways to improve the bottom line. This survey validates that pricing excellence has become a strategic imperative."

Other key findings include:

- 80% of these multi-billion dollar companies use manual spreadsheets, homegrown systems and hardcopy price books to manage their pricing process
- 45% of respondents said the pricing tools they provide to sales are "poor", and the balance only rated them as "effective." None of the respondents graded their pricing tools as "very" or "extremely" effective.
- Over 85% stated that price optimization, the ability to set the best pricing targets for segments to maximize profits, was one of their top three reasons for improving pricing.

"Companies today waste valuable time, resources and, most importantly, profits by relying on manual, ad hoc methods to set and execute their pricing," added Hills. "A comprehensive price optimization and management strategy based on data-driven, science-enabled processes and technology is essential to fixing these problems and delivering superior financial performance."

About Zilliant
Zilliant is the leading provider of price optimization and price management applications for manufacturing, high-tech, distribution and industrial service companies. Zilliant Precision Pricing Suite (ZPPS) uses existing transactional data to improve decisions across all facets of price analysis, setting and execution. ZPPS applications combine powerful price segmentation and optimization science with easy-to-use business applications to help companies achieve the best pricing possible on every deal, increasing profits by tens of millions of dollars. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Zilliant is a privately held company. For more information contact Zilliant at 877.893.1085 or visit www.zilliant.com.

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Launch an Online Learning and Talent Management Portal for Under $10,000

Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc. (KMSI), a leader in Web-Based Training and Talent Management Solutions, today announced the release of "KMx Small Business Edition". KMx Small Business Edition provides a hosted learning development, delivery and management solution that enables corporations, associations and government agencies to launch an online learning portal to support their employees, partners, suppliers, agents and vendors for under $10,000.

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc. (KMSI), a leader in Web-Based Training and Talent Management Solutions, today announced the release of KMx Small Business Edition. KMx Small Business Edition leverages the capabilities of KMx Enterprise, delivered as a hosted service. KMx provides fully integrated e-learning development, learning management, performance management and learning content management technologies all with no per-user fees.

KMx Small Business Edition provides a web- based portal that enables easy access both to in-house content and courses from leading content providers. Content developers can create new programs with images, video, audio, animations, surveys assessments, collaboration and documentation. KMx Small Business Edition provides for up to 500 registered users and 500MB of online content storage. Custom branding includes a custom header graphic, fonts and color scheme selection.

KMx Small Business Edition is designed to meet the career development needs of staff and support personnel. Online, offline or classroom courses can consist of any combination of self-study material and instructor-led activities. In addition to the learning management capabilities of KMx and access to a world-class library of online courses from SkillSoft, KMx Small Business provides the following features:

- Complete KMx learning management and development systems to create custom content
- Custom site with your organization's branding and graphics
- Reporting features to track student skills acquisition and provide gap analysis
- Administrative features to monitor student activity and participation
- Complete assessment and survey capabilities to validate skills transfer and provide feedback

About KMx Enterprise
KMx Enterprise provides fully integrated e-learning content development, learning and learning content management, performance and talent management, and virtual classroom technologies in one easy to use solution. The KMx user interface was designed for easy customization and branding and is available with customizable language packs to provide for localization and multilingual distribution. KMx is available as a Licensed Application or as an ASP Hosted Service.

About Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc.
Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative knowledge and learning management solutions for Fortune 2000 companies and Government agencies. For more information, please visit www.kmsi.us.

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BidClerk.com Reports Commercial Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Charlotte, NC Area

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

(PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Charlotte, NC area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Charlotte, NC - Guliani's Fine Jewelry, 9816 Rea Road, 2,074-square-foot retail, August 2007, $100,000. Project ID: 626633

Charlotte, NC - Duo at CBC, Central Avenue and Briar Creek Road, 58-unit residential development, September 2007, $6.5 million. Project ID: 619223

Charlotte, NC - Jack Henry & Associates, 5024 Parkway Plaza Blvd., 60,431-square-foot office, August 2007, $3 million. Project ID: 618546

Charlotte, NC - Perimeter Woods Shopping Center - Phase I, 10221 Perimeter Pkwy., 285,939-square-foot retail development, August 2007, $20 million. Project ID: 621997

Charlotte, NC - Perimeter Woods Shopping Center - Phase II, 10221 Perimeter Pkwy., 136,301-square-foot retail development, August 2007, $8 million. Project ID: 623666

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

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AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System from Gainco Provide High-Speed Operation, Superior Accuracy, and Labor Savings

The new AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System from Gainco, Inc. provides the most efficient, high-speed way to collect and group meat, poultry and other food items for downstream handling such as bagging or boxing. The system combines superior weighing accuracy with efficiency improvements, resulting in significant labor reductions and a more streamlined process.

Gainesville, GA (Vocus/PRWEB ) June 25, 2007 -- The new AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System from Gainco, Inc. provides the most efficient, high-speed way to collect and group meat, poultry and other food items for downstream handling such as bagging or boxing. The system combines superior weighing accuracy with efficiency improvements, resulting in significant labor reductions and a more streamlined process.

Suitable for processing whole muscle meat as well as further processed products, the AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System collects, weighs, batches and, optionally, counts four separate streams of incoming product. The finished batches are then indexed to any one of several downstream processes such as bulk packaging or bagging to a vertical form-fill-and-seal system.

Gainco's AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System offers many benefits to food processors. Logistics and process efficiencies are improved, while labor savings of six to eight full-time employees in a double-shift operation are attainable. The labor savings alone enables the system to deliver an ROI of less than 12 months.

The AccuFill™ Quad-Batching System features Gainco's own Infiniti™ Plus programmable controller which identifies, prioritizes, batches, indexes and confirms the type, weight and count of products being batched at any given moment. The Infiniti™ weight indicator provides today's best protection against washdown water and condensation due to a highly durable polymeric housing that protects the weighing apparatus equally well in cold work environments and during hot washdowns and high-pressure washing. Likewise, the housing is impervious to the harsh chemicals typically used in washdown procedures in meat, poultry and seafood processing environments, and third-party tests demonstrate that the unit's performance meets the stringent IP69K washdown standard.

AccuFill™ Quad-Batching Systems from Gainco carry a one-year limited warranty covering the weighing components, while the Infiniti™ Plus programmable controller carries a two-year warranty on parts. Through its Blue Ribbon Service subsidiary, Gainco offers expert 24-hour, 7-day service on batching systems, weighing equipment, distribution systems, and software support. Service is conducted by Blue Ribbon Service's certified, factory-trained technicians, and all service work is guaranteed.

Batching systems are manufactured by Gainco, Inc., a subsidiary of Bettcher Industries and a leading U.S. supplier of scale systems for the meat, poultry and seafood processing industries. Gainco offers design engineering, equipment manufacturing, systems delivery and comprehensive service contracts to processing facilities nationwide, as well as outside the United States. For more information, contact Russ Williams at (770) 534-0703 or visit www.gainco.com.

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ShoreGuard Saves Ancient Treasure Trove

-An ultra-modern construction material is giving archeologists a chance to finally learn more about an ancient society.

Atlanta, GA (Vocus/PRWEB ) June 25, 2007 -- An ultra-modern construction material is giving archeologists a chance to finally learn more about an ancient society. In January, crews completed a bulkhead in Edisto Beach, South Carolina using ShoreGuard 950, an exclusive vinyl sheet piling product created by Crane Materials International (CMI).

Long before the Greeks attacked Troy and perhaps even a thousand years before Rome was founded, an early society of Native Americans thrived in Edisto Beach, which is about 50 miles south of present day Charleston. We don't know much about their life on the barrier island, but we certainly have proof that they threw away a lot of trash. That trash, consisting of an enormous mound of mostly shells, plus some bones and pottery shards, has hidden clues about the area's early inhabitants. Yet, year after year, archaeologists watched helplessly as the treasure was washed away by storms and surf.

"I saw the site for the first time 15 years ago. Five years ago, I started working for the state," says David Jones, an archeologist with the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. "I could not believe how much of it had disappeared in just ten years. I knew something had to be done quickly. It's been horrible to watch history literally wash away. Every time I would go down to the site, I was afraid of what I might find."

No one really knows how big the shell mound was when the early Edistoy Indians inhabited the area. After all, that was 2,500 to 4,500 years ago. Because it sits on the bank of a creek, most of it has washed downstream over time. Archeologists say that in the early 1800s the shell mound was about 20 feet high and covered half an acre of ground. Today the site, called Spanish Mount, is only about 10 feet high and 65 feet long.

Jones says most of the shell mound has never been excavated, despite the fact that it holds some of the oldest pottery in North America. Until now, his main focus has been just keeping the site from completely disappearing. Finally, last year the state agreed to build a bulkhead in order to create a barrier between the shell mound and the water. However, installing a bulkhead requires digging into the ground, which sends vibrations throughout the surrounding soil. Jones and other archeologists worried that any construction work would cause the shell mound to collapse.

In order to protect the unstable mound, engineers almost immediately ruled out using traditional construction materials such as timber. Instead, they chose ShoreGuard 950. "Driving timber piles and tieback (anchors) would have created too much vibration. ShoreGuard was strong enough to do this job without requiring tiebacks. That meant less installation issues," says the chief engineer on the project, David Simms.

The state hired Santee Marine Construction, Inc. to handle the delicate project. The company's business manager, Bill Grover, has had positive experience with CMI products in the past and immediately agreed that ShoreGuard was the perfect material for the job. "In addition to the vibration concern, this project was really driven by cost,"

Grover says. "We could have put up a wood wall for the same amount of money, but we didn't think it would last as long as vinyl. Our Parks and Recreation Department doesn't have a lot of extra money, so they needed something that would last." In a marsh environment, it usually doesn't take long for marine borers and other tiny parasites to attack treated lumber. Because these destructive creatures have no appetite for vinyl, ShoreGuard offers enhanced protection from infestation. Plus, it does not corrode like metal materials.

Santee Marine employees arrived at the site in December and basically lived there until the bulkhead was completed a month later. In order to protect the shell mound, no equipment or materials could be brought in over land. Crews had to use boats to get to the site and then carefully move the material.

Jones watched nervously as the first sheets went into the ground. He knew the bulkhead was the only way to save the ancient shell mound, but worried the site might be destroyed in the process. "The vibrating was a huge concern. I can't say it enough," Jones recalls. "I'm happy to report that the ShoreGuard vinyl sheets worked great. I don't even think a half a dozen shells fell out! I'm relieved and thrilled at the result."

Now that the shell mound is protected from the constant threat of erosion, Jones is excited about the future. He is working to secure a grant to begin a full-scale archeological excavation. "The potential is enormous. For example, the Native Americans decorated their pottery by jabbing reeds into the surface of the wet clay. Every time we go down to the shell mound, I see a new decoration I've never seen before. We will finally be able to learn so much more about these people - what they ate and how they lived."

The site is surrounded by a four-mile trail. In recent years, the state had to close a portion of the trail to keep hikers from disturbing the deteriorating pile. Because of the ShoreGuard bulkhead, there is now far less worry about the mound collapsing. The state plans to reopen the area and create an educational program for visitors. Thousands of years after the first inhabitants decided the creek bank would be a good place to put their trash, we may finally get a glimpse into their ancient world.

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Clearstate Boosts Malaysia Strategy Team

Clearstate, a leading global growth and innovation strategy consulting firm, announced today the appointment of Mr. Chooi ChingFu to the new position of Principal Malaysia, based in Kuala Lumpur. Clearstate works with large domestic players and global fortune 500 to find innovative strategies to grow market share, sales and net income. The Malaysia office expands Clearstate's footprint to six countries in Asia Pacific.

(PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- Clearstate, a leading global growth and innovation strategy consulting firm, announced today the appointment of Mr. Chooi ChingFu to the new position of Principal Malaysia, based in Kuala Lumpur.

Clearstate works with large domestic players and global fortune 500 to find innovative strategies to grow market share, sales and net income. The Malaysia office expands Clearstate's footprint to six countries in Asia Pacific. Clearstate is currently established in China, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, The United States and now Malaysia.

Damien Duhamel, Managing Partner of Clearstate, said the appointment of Mr. Chooi was an ideal step for the company and its clients. "We have decided to open a Malaysia office in response to the strong demand for our services in the country. Currently we are already engaged with both large Malaysian conglomerates and Fortune 500 established in Malaysia. This new office is a chance for us to further boost our local client relationships. We see great opportunities in Malaysia and Chooi ChingFu is ideally placed to leverage on this growth. We are delighted to have him on the team."

Chooi ChingFu was previously the Malaysia Consulting Head of a London-listed Market Intelligence firm. He was responsible for the opening and development of the office and was ranked several years in a row among best regional performers. "What attracted me to Clearstate was a clear vision and clear focus on growth strategy. We intend to make Malaysia one of our global execution center hence we are aggressively recruiting Malaysian talent now; we aim to have a team of up to 20 to 25 consultants within 12 months. This process has already started and we have found and recruited very good profiles in Malaysia," says Mr. Chooi. Prior to consulting, Chooi ChingFu was in working in venture capital in Singapore.

ChingFu is an experienced strategist who has advised Malaysia's top companies with regards to their Vietnam market entry, Middle East distribution strategy, China expansion roadmap, and India acquisition strategy.

Please visit www.clearstate.com for more details.

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Seagate and ASBIS Celebrate 15 Years of Successful Distribution Partnership

Cypus-based distributor ASBISc Enterprises Plc (ASBIS) and Seagate Technology celebrate 15 successful years of collaboration in distribution of storage products.

Limassol, Cyprus (PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- ASBISc Enterprises Plc (ASBIS), a leading supplier of computer components to the EMEA emerging markets, and Seagate Technology, the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of hard disc drives, celebrate 15 successful years of collaboration in distribution of storage products.

The partnership between the two companies began on June 12, 1992, when ASBIS, which was then engaged in small-scale HDD production for former Soviet republics, signed its first ever distribution agreement with a global IT vendor. From that moment, ASBIS has focused on sales, marketing and channel development for Seagate's hard disc drives across all countries of the former Soviet Union, Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and North Africa.

"I want to take this opportunity to send the whole ASBIS team all over Europe my personal thanks for a very productive cooperation during the past 15 years", said Hans-Dieter Blaser, Executive Director, EMEA Sales and Marketing at Seagate. "ASBIS has always been a very professional and pleasant company to work with. It is one of the best distributors in this industry - with great people on board. On behalf of Seagate I wish everybody at ASBIS all the best for at least the next 15 years and I am looking forward to continued mutual success."

"The longevity of the Seagate-ASBIS partnership and the brilliant results it has produced is a testament to the vision, dedication and hard work of the people involved", said Siarhei Kostevitch, ASBIS' CEO and founder. "Seagate's R&D expertise, product engineering excellence, robust processes, thoughtful attitude to channel partners, and, above all, human touch have made Seagate a highly valued partner over the past 15 years. Seagate's unparalleled support has helped ASBIS to develop and grow to become a significant player in the global IT supply chain. I wish our partners at Seagate many years of growth and prosperity".

Over the years, Seagate has repeatedly acknowledged the successful nature of this partnership by naming ASBIS The Most Successful Seagate Distributor in Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union, #1 Distributor in the Former Soviet Union, and Fibre Channel Champion. The sales of Seagate products in the region covered by ASBIS have been on the rise ever since the beginning of cooperation.

About Seagate Technology
Seagate (NYSE: STX) is the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of hard disc drives, providing products for a wide-range of applications, including Enterprise, Desktop, Mobile Computing, Consumer Electronics and Branded Solutions. Seagate's business model leverages technology leadership and world-class manufacturing to deliver industry-leading innovation and quality to its global customers, and to be the low cost producer in all markets in which it participates. The company is committed to providing award-winning products, customer support and reliability to meet the world's growing demand for information storage. Seagate can be found around the globe and at www.seagate.com.

About ASBIS
ASBISc Enterprises PLC (LSE: ASB.L) specialises in the distribution of IT products from worldwide leading manufacturers such as Intel, Seagate, Hitachi, Microsoft, Samsung, AMD, and Toshiba. ASBIS has four master distribution centers which supply products for in-country operations across emerging markets of EMEA. Central purchasing, online B2B platform, international experience of corporate management and the local expertise of country teams, together with an intimate knowledge of Eastern Europe have allowed ASBIS to forge a premier position in this region and has also enabled it to penetrate the emerging markets of EMEA quickly and cost-effectively. As a result, ASBIS is now one of the largest distributors of IT components and the only company able to distribute to the vast majority of countries in Eastern Europe. ASBIS has more than 700 employees, over 14000 customers and annual revenues at record level in excess of US$ 1 billion (2006). For more information, visit the company's website at www.asbis.com.

Contact:
Victor Lukyanov
PR Manager
ASBISc Enterprises Plc.
Victor.Lukjanov(at)asbis.net
+375 17 2147762 (ext.227)

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RFID Journal Announces Keynote Speaker for 3rd Annual RFID Journal LIVE! Europe Conference And Exhibition

Gerd Wolfram to explain why METRO Group is moving ahead with its RFID rollout and what it will require from suppliers in 2008 at the RFID event for companies doing business in Europe, November 6-8, 2007, Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- RFID Journal, the world's leading media and events company covering radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, announced today that Gerd Wolfram, Managing Director of MGI METRO Group Information Technology, will deliver the keynote address at RFID Journal LIVE! Europe, which will be held Nov. 6-8, 2007, at the Mövenpick Hotel in downtown Amsterdam.

Wolfram will explain why Metro is moving forward with its RFID deployment, after several years of trials. METRO Group is beginning its full-scale rollout of RFID in its supply chain in 2007. A rapidly growing number of suppliers are tagging pallets delivered to the retailer. And based on the results of this year's case-tracking trial, METRO Group has plans to push the tracking of cases starting in 2008. Attendees will learn the results of the case-tracking trial, Metro's plans for the future and why it is pursing RFID aggressively now.

"We are very excited to have Gerd Wolfram heading up another great lineup of speakers at RFID Journal LIVE! Europe," said Mark Roberti, founder and editor of RFID Journal. "Metro has been doing a lot of research and the fact that they are moving forward now heralds great change for the way European supply chains are operated."

The focus of RFID Journal LIVE! Europe 2007 is on how European companies can cut costs and improve revenues by using RFID in their manufacturing, supply chain and logistics operations. The event opens with an RFID Journal University preconference seminar that offers an in-depth introduction to RFID.

Among the other featured speakers are:

Stephane Pique, European Director of EPC/RFID, EPCglobal - GS1 Europe
Mark Roberti, Founder and Editor, RFID Journal
Wolfgang Schoenfeld, Senior Manager Logistics Europe, Sony
Dieter Uckelmann, Manager RFID-Application and Demonstration Center, Log Dynamics Lab
Götz Pfeifferling, CIO, Lemmi Fashion

"This is the only event where companies from across Europe and Asia can hear objective case studies from those already using RFID within their organizations," said Roberti. "I have no doubt that companies attending will come away with new ideas for how they can put RFID to work successfully and be able to meet the vendors who can help them achieve their goals."

Discounts for advance registration end July 20, 2007.

For more information please go to the RFID Journal LIVE! Europe web site at http://www.rfidjournalevents.com/liveeurope/ or contact Attendee Registration e-mail protected from spam bots, 631-249-4960

About RFID Journal
RFID Journal is the leading source of news and in-depth information about radio frequency identification (RFID) and its many business applications. Business executives and implementers depend on RFID Journal for up-to-the-minute RFID news, in-depth case studies, best practices, strategic insights and information about vendor solutions. This has made RFID Journal the most relied-upon and respected RFID information resource, serving the largest audience of RFID decision-makers worldwide--in print, online and at face-to-face events. For more information, visit www.rfidjournal.com.

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WeddingBands123.com, Inc.® Launches New Design Web Site Featuring Over 900 Unique Wedding Bands

WeddingBands123.com, Inc.® and the Internet web site www.weddingbands123.com were created and founded by the famous New York City resident Ron Armani.

New York City (PRWEB) June 25, 2007 -- WeddingBands123.com, Inc.® officially launched their new customer friendly designed Internet e-commerce wedding band web site today. The site is a culmination of a 6 month creative and execution effort using the Internet address www.weddingbands123.com.

WeddingBands123.com, Inc.® and the Internet web site www.weddingbands123.com were created and founded by the famous New York City resident Ron Armani.

"We had several goals in mind in the creation of our new web site," said Ron Armani, Co-Founder of WeddingBands123.com, Inc.®. "We had goals such as making our web site one of the easiest to navigate, providing easy to understand diamond wedding band purchase educational content, actually encouraging comparison to other purchase options, making our web site a memorable experience for the potential customer and, most importantly, setting our price points at levels hard to resist," continued Armani. "From our customer feedback, we apparently have initially accomplished those goals as we officially launch this e-business."

Armani added, "As potential customers visit our web site, it is going to be hard for them not to take notice of our high quality and our low pricing. Our advertising tag line says it best," Armani continued. "We can save the customer hundreds, even thousands, versus their other purchase options for the exact same quality item."

The business WeddingBands123.com's business plan, web site and day-to-day operating procedures are based on the following points:

[1 Eliminate many of the middle levels of the jewelry distribution link.
[2 Simplify the buyer's selection process by offering only higher quality items (For example, not even presenting lower quality diamonds for purchase consideration.)
[3 Provide comprehensive easy to understand Internet "content" enabling a customer to formulate an educated diamond purchase decision.
[4 Guarantee each and every item for quality and workmanship.
[5 Provide a 100% Money-Back Guarantee if not satisfied within 30 days.
[6 Offer the exclusive "WeddingBands123.com First Purchase Upgrade Program," enabling a customer to upgrade their ring with a larger diamond in the future.
[7 Encourage comparison to other purchasing options for the same quality item including providing independent 3rd party gemologist diamond evaluation certificates.
[8 Pass all the savings on to the buyer.

About WeddingBands123.com
WeddingBands123.com is an on-line retailer of wedding bands located in the heart of the diamond district in New York City. WeddingBands123 has built a well-esteemed brand by providing clients with a better way to buy wedding bands. WeddingBands123 has established some of the highest quality principles in the industry and provides clients with in-depth educational materials and unique on-line tools that place consumers in control of the wedding band shopping process. The WeddingBands123 Web site showcases independently certified wedding bands at prices significantly below traditional retail.

Welcome to WeddingBands123.com, our first priority is your satisfaction on your most important and memorable day of your life. We offer unique and timeless designer wedding bands and manufacture an exquisite selection of platinum and/or gold wedding bands and wedding rings. All our rings are carefully made by hand.

WeddingBands123.com was founded in New York, New York in the jewelry district in 1999, since that time our goal is to achieve % 100 satisfactions for our valuable customers. We have an off-site manufacturing facility that creates wedding bands and wedding rings for WeddingBands123.com. This facility allows us to create high quality rings for the best value prices.

Our wedding rings are carefully crafted to finest quality with precious metal or combination of metals of your liking. Our platinum rings are manufactured with 95% platinum. We manufacture rings in platinum, 14K, 18K (white, yellow or rose gold or combinations) gold.

WeddingBands123.com is committed to highest H or better color and cut to the proportions to show maximum brilliancy and standard quality in manufacturing the diamond wedding rings. Our rings are manufactured using 14K gold, 18K gold, platinum and combination of these metals. You can specify the color of gold of your choice when placing your order and we will manufacture the ring according to your wish. The diamonds that we use in our wedding bands are VS and VVS in clarity fire.

WeddingBands123.com offers a wide selection of wedding rings that has been carefully handmade and created just for you to wear for the years to come. Our priority is your satisfaction. Please email us with any questions at info @ weddingbands123.com. You can also learn more about WeddingBands123 at www.weddingbands123.com or www.myspace.com/weddingbands

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Invensys Wins Automation Order From Major Chinese Contractor for Mega Power Plant Project in India

Invensys Process Systems has been selected by Shandong No. 3 Electric Power Construction Corporation (SEPCO III) of China to implement Foxboro I/A Series distributed control systems (DCS) for a 3,600-megawatt generating station being built in Jharsuguda district, Orissa state, India. The plant is one of the largest power plants under construction in India, and represents a new generation of mega-sized generating plants being built to help meet India's bourgeoning power demand.

Foxboro, MA (PRWEB) June 24, 2007 -- Invensys Process Systems (http://ips.invensys.com) has been selected by Shandong No. 3 Electric Power Construction Corporation (SEPCO III) of China to implement Foxboro (www.foxboro.com) I/A Series distributed control systems (DCS) for a 3,600-megawatt generating station being built in Jharsuguda district, Orissa state, India. The plant is one of the largest power plants under construction in India, and represents a new generation of mega-sized generating plants being built to help meet India's burgeoning power demand.

Extensive Invensys experience in the power industry (including a large number of projects in China) and expertise in large-scale projects were important factors in the SEPCO III contract award to Invensys.

The DCS contract will encompass an advanced I/A Series automation infrastructure integrating more than 63,000 I/O points. The systems will be used to control the new plant's boilers, turbines and generators utilizing Invensys' Performance Plus coordinated control system (CCS) technology, well-proven in power plants worldwide. Subsystem applications will include data acquisition system (DAS), furnace safety supervisory system (FSSS), boiler and turbine sequence control system (SCS), turbine digital electro-hydraulic (DEH) control system, feed water pump mechanical electro-hydraulic (MEH) control system and electric control systems (ECS).

In addition to I/A Series automation hardware and software, Invensys Process Systems China will also provide a range of installation services, engineering, training, and field service.

The plant is part of the "Power for All" initiative, an aggressive Indian government plan to sustain economic growth with significant additions of power generation capacity in the next few years. The new power plant project is one of the largest projects for SEPCO III, and comprises China's largest export machinery and equipment order to India.

About Shandong No. 3 Electric Power Construction Corporation
Shandong No. 3 Electric Power Construction Corporation (SEPCO III) is part of Shandong Electric Power Group Corporation and is a leading power EPC contractor for thermal plants, nuclear plants, gas-fired and hydropower stations. SEPCO III was one of the first Chinese power contractors to enter the global market, and has more than 160 generation units of contract experience in China and around the world, including a range of public power and captive power projects in India. Capable of providing the full range of EPC services from its experienced professional staff, SEPCO III is headquartered in Shandong, China.

About Invensys
Invensys is the world leader in industrial asset performance management, a strategy designed to help today's industrial enterprises to effectively balance the availability and utilization of their production assets to match changing business requirements. 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. For more information on Invensys' process automation businesses, please visit www.invensys.com/ps.

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, Foxboro, I/A Series, Performance Plus, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, and Avantis are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries, or affiliates. All other brand and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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Force Tester Springs into Action

Medical Device manufacturer Bespak has recently been supplied with a computer-controlled force testing system for quality control assessment of helical springs.

Horsham, UK (PRWEB) June 23, 2007 -- Medical Device manufacturer Bespak has recently been supplied with a computer-controlled force testing system for quality control assessment of helical springs.

Bespak is a leader in specialty medical devices for inhaled drug delivery and anaesthesia. The company manufactures more than 450 million complex devices each year, many of which are inhalers, used to administer precisely metered doses of dry powder or aerosolised medicine to sufferers of illnesses such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

The tensile and compressive helical springs form a key element of the operating mechanism of these devices, and must be checked for conformance to strict tolerances on arrival at each of the company's manufacturing facilities, including the one in King's Lynn, UK.
Bespak previously used a manually driven test system to perform tensile & compressive force tests on the springs, but found over time their needs outgrew this set-up, and a more sophisticated solution was required.

Mecmesin (www.mecmesin.com) supplied Bespak with a MultiTest 1-i computer-controlled force testing system, fitted with a 50N Loadcell. This system, coupled with Mecmesin's Emperor software, provided fully automated control of all test parameters, removing inaccuracies arising from manual force application.

To perform a compression test, the spring is loaded onto custom-made alignment pins. The loadcell then descends at a constant rate, stopping first to record the spring's free height, then continuing to the specified test height, taking more than 2000 readings per second to accurately map the spring's compression profile.

"We have used Mecmesin equipment for some years," says Peter Haken, Quality Engineer at Bespak. "We now estimate that every second, more than a thousand people reply on a Bespak device to help them breathe and as our testing requirements have grown, so too has our relationship with the company. Today we rely upon their advanced test systems to guarantee the quality of our supplied materials."

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Industrial Nanotech Announces Completion of Audited Financials

Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that the audit of the Company's financials since inception in 2004 through fiscal year end 2006 has been completed, enabling investors to have confidence in its financial integrity and organization.

Naples, FL (PRWEB) June 23, 2007 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc., (Pink Sheets: INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that the audit of the Company's financials since inception in 2004 through fiscal year end 2006 has been completed, enabling investors to have confidence in its financial integrity and organization. This satisfies the compliance requirements of many brokerage firms and institutional investors which have not been permitted to purchase the company's stock for their clients prior to the audit completion.

"We are proud to announce the completion of the audit of our financials since the original formation of the Company with no findings of any irregularities," said Stuart Burchill, CEO of Industrial Nanotech. "It is an important step for Industrial Nanotech as it moves to the next level. We will continue to provide audited financials from this point forward."

The audit was completed by an independent third party, Moore & Associates, Chartered Accountants and Advisors, verifying commitment to integrity and ethical standards in financial and organizational oversight. Following this thorough examination, the auditing firm was able to issue an unqualified opinion regarding each of the areas described above.

About Industrial Nanotech
Industrial Nanotech Inc. is rapidly emerging as a global nanoscience solutions and research leader. The Company develops and commercializes new and innovative applications for nanotechnology. Additional information about the Company and its products can be found at their websites, (http://www.industrial-nanotech.com) and (http://www.nansulate.com).

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.

SOURCE: Industrial Nanotech, Inc.

CONTACT:
For Industrial Nanotech, Inc., Naples
Investor Relations
Martin E. Janis & Company, Inc.
Beverly Jedynak, President, 312-943-1100 ext. 12

Or Martin E. Janis & Company, Inc.
Media Inquiries
Laura Grock, Vice President, 312-943-1100 ext. 13

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June 22, 2007

'Atomic Bomb Methods' May be Your Best Bet for Business Decision-Making

Business managers can now use Monte Carlo methods, invented to solve key problems in developing the atomic bomb, to solve issues with projects that always seem to run late, cost overruns that are all too common, and actual results that aren't even close to projections.

Incline Village, NV (PRWEB) June 22, 2007 -- Business managers who find that projects always seem to run late, cost overruns are all too common, and actual results are not even close to projections may sometimes feel like using methods akin to an atomic bomb. And in fact Monte Carlo methods, invented to solve key problems in developing the atomic bomb in the 1940s, may be just what those managers need.

New online tutorials for risk analysis and Monte Carlo simulation, from software developer Frontline Systems, are now available for managers who aren't familiar with the mathematics, but who want to know more about their practical uses and impact.

During World War II, scientists John von Neumann, Stanislaw Ulam, and Nicholas Metropolis, working intensively on the Manhattan project, had to model what would happen in a chain reaction in highly enriched uranium -- and they couldn't afford to have actual results depart greatly from their projections. But their models were too complex to describe and solve with algebraic equations.

Hence, the scientists had to resort to numerical methods -- basically plugging many different numbers into the equations and calculating the result. Their first 'computers' were actually people using calculators and early IBM punched-card machines; later, they used electronic computers such as MANIAC. But they found that their problem had so many dimensions that systematically plugging in and trying numbers in all these dimensions took far too long.

So they created an entirely new approach -- plugging in randomly chosen numbers into the equations and calculating the results. Although they could only test thousands rather than trillions of combinations of numbers, by sampling random numbers to cover the many dimensions of the problem, and analyzing the results with statistics, they were able to make very good predictions -- and in fact guide the design of an atomic bomb that ultimately ended World War II.

More than 60 years later, managers face business problems than often seem as difficult as the design of an atomic bomb -- and in mathematical terms, they often are. Models of production processes, sales response to pricing, competitor actions and promotion, or allocating funds to capital projects are usually too complex to solve with algebraic equations.

Every manager has ready access to PCs that are far more powerful than MANIAC, and nearly every manager knows how to build a 'what-if' spreadsheet model, plug in numbers, and calculate results. But -- as in the atomic bomb -- business models usually involve so many dimensions that plugging in numbers and asking 'what if' cannot cover all the outcomes. Too often, the actual outcome falls outside the range of results that were considered.

But today, Monte Carlo methods for risk analysis are available to every manager in the form of easy-to-use software, such as Frontline Systems Risk Solver, an add-in to Microsoft Excel. The software automatically samples random numbers in a way to best cover the many dimensions of the model, calculates a wide range of statistics, and presents the results in charts and graphs that quickly communicate the full range of possible outcomes. Using a free trial version available at www.solver.com, managers can apply these "atomic bomb methods" to their own problems.

Frontline Systems, Inc. (www.solver.com) is a leading developer of optimization and simulation software. Frontline developed the solvers/optimizers in Microsoft Excel, Lotus 1-2-3 and Quattro Pro, distributed to more than 400 million spreadsheet users. Founded in 1987, Frontline is based in Incline Village, Nevada (775-831-0300).

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Kick-Start Your E-Signature Project With Silanis' Three-Part Webcast Series

This unique series will cover everything organizations need to start implementing, and benefiting from, electronic signatures.

Montreal, QC (PRWEB) June 22, 2007 -- Leading e-signature provider Silanis is pleased to announce a three-part Webcast series on how to add electronic signatures to a business quickly and easily.

E-signature technology is the key to straight-through processing and greater efficiency. E-signing advantages include improved responsiveness and better service to customers, constituents and employees.

These three Webcasts will offer practical information unavailable anywhere else.

Part I: E-Signature FAQs will take place on Thursday, June 28, at 3 pm, and will shed light on the most common electronic signature questions, including the minimum system requirements to use e-signatures, and the difference between electronic signature and digital signatures.

Part II: Top 5 E-Signature Requirements is scheduled for Wednesday, July 18, at 3 pm. Breaking down how to ensure a successful e-signature implementation, this event will include live demonstrations of how solutions can meet the most stringent legal and regulatory requirements.

Part III: Common Pitfalls in Implementing E-Signatures, on Thursday, August 2, at 3 pm, will bring together Silanis experts who have helped hundreds of organizations with their e-signing initatives. Avoiding the most common mistakes is one way to choose, implement and use an electronic signature solution successfully.

Register @ http://www.silanis.com/site/corporate/seminars.php?id=534

About Silanis
Founded in 1992, Silanis Technology Inc. is the largest and most experienced provider of electronic signature solutions. More than 1,400 government and commercial organizations, representing two million users, depend on Silanis' solutions to accelerate operations, improve service and reduce costs.

The company's solutions not only eliminate the inefficiencies of paper, they provide reliable and auditable business records needed to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws, standards, regulations and policies.

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Compliance Networks Partners With VCF and TPMA to present Build A Scorecard at the Nothing but SCORECARDS Conference, June 27-28 in New Brunswick, NJ

The Vendor Compliance Federation, Trade Promotion Management Association, and Compliance Networks have partnered to present an interactive scorecarding project to leverage collaboration and a challenging, hands-on effort between retailers and vendors. The conference will promote industry scorecard dialogue, scorecard benefits, and best practices.

Sugar Land, TX (PRWEB) June 22, 2007 -- The Nothing but SCORECARDS conference is scheduled for June 27-28 in New Brunswick, NJ. Attendees are invited to immerse themselves in scorecards and spend two days with a prominent cast of retailers, vendors and supply chain professionals to explore the effect of scorecards on their organizations' profitability. All attendees will take away key learning's about how scorecards contribute to the execution of corporate strategy, earnings per share and overall performance. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge that can be used to see if their companies are ready for this new dimension in retailer supplier management.

The thrust of the overall conference is to promote industry dialogue around scorecards. During this unique program, industry leaders will explore the implications of scorecards and work towards understanding how scorecards will evolve between trading partners. Build A Scorecard is a challenging, hands-on group learning exercise between retailers, vendors, and supply chain service providers as a means of training participants on best practices for scorecard design and implementation.

Attendees will hear from Mickey North Rizza from AMR Research, Kate Vitasek on the perfect order, Circuit City on its highly successful scorecard program, and a Kohl's panel discussion on the value of scorecards, along with others. According to Mark Jones, Co-Managing Director of the Vendor Compliance Federation, "The feedback we received from our last conference was that attendees enjoyed the interactive, hands-on learning experience and were able to return to their companies with ideas and practices that brought real value. The Nothing but SCORECARDS conference will offer attendees another valuable learning experience."

According to Greg Holder, CEO of Compliance Networks, "We are very proud of our partnership with VCF and its members, and are excited about the opportunity to share the value of scorecarding with the retailers and vendors in attendance at the Nothing but SCORECARDS conference. Scorecarding is an organic benefit of Compliance Networks's supply chain solutions, so it makes sense for VCF to partner with Compliance Networks to present the Nothing but SCORECARDS conference."

Compliance Networks will facilitate scorecard sessions and present valuable information on the linkage between corporate goals and vendor compliance deduction policies. More information about this event can be found at www.vendorscorecard.org">.

About the Vendor Compliance Federation (VCF):
VCF is the nation's fastest growing retail membership organization. Focused on improving the entire sales-to-cash process, the organization has been an advocate for its members on trading partner issues and has championed initiatives to increase industry-wide productivity, profitability and growth. Visit www.vcfww.com"> for more information.

About the Trade Promotion Management Associates (TPMA):
The Trade Promotion Management Association (TPMA) is a trade association for professionals and organizations involved with trade promotion. TPMA provides members with best practice information, education and research on the dynamic world of trade promotion, including co-op advertising, market development funds, demand planning, supply chain, process/technology, channel promotions and more. Visit www.tradepromo.org"> for more information.

About Compliance Networks:
Compliance Networks is a leading provider of solutions to the retail supply chain that enable enterprises to optimize flow within their supply chain and make informed decisions that ultimately increase shareholder value. Since 1999, Compliance Networks' suite of retail-centric vendor compliance and distribution management solutions accelerate retail profits by increasing sales, decreasing costs and mitigating risk throughout the extended supply chain. Compliance Networks is proud to serve leading retailers such as Kohl's, Burlington Coat Factory, Pep Boys, The Sports Authority, Bon-Ton Stores Corporation, Oshmans and Gottschalks Stores. Additional information can be found at www.compliancenetworks.com">.

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Matrikon Releases NetCalc Real-Time Calculation Module for Operational Insight

Matrikon. Inc. (TSX: MTK) announces the release of NetCalc, a real-time calculation module for its flagship web-based decision support platform, Matrikon™ Operational Insight (formerly known as ProcessNet).

Edmonton, AB. (PRWEB) June 22, 2007 -- Matrikon. Inc. (TSX: MTK) announces the release of NetCalc, a real-time calculation module for its flagship web-based decision support platform, Matrikon™ Operational Insight (formerly known as ProcessNet).

NetCalc is a web-based, wizard-driven tool allowing users to aggregate data from such diverse sources as real-time historians, relational databases, and control systems and perform calculations on that data. The results of these calculations can then be automatically used in trends, process graphics and KPI dashboards within Matrikon Operational Insight or sent to any database, real-time or relational, for long-term storage and access by any other application.

NetCalc offers users the power to:
- Access data from any of their databases and perform calculations combining data from one or more of those databases.
- Display calculations through trends, process graphics, key performance indicators and custom dashboards
- Send the result of the calculations to any existent database

NetCalc works in conjunction with existing ProcessNet installations or as a standalone application. Its intuitive interface makes NetCalc extremely easy to use, requiring minimal training.

"Driving the development of NetCalc was the fact there was no tool on the market allowing users to easily create calculations with data from different systems and system types," says Pablo Asiron, Matrikon Operational Insight product manager.

"One of the symptoms of this lack is that if you go to any plant today you will see they have a large number Excel files that are used for calculation. This is a high-maintenance, low-reliability, non-real-time practice. NetCalc delivers more reliable results, with less effort, in real time."

In use in industry since 1997, Matrikon Operational Insight is delivering value to over 500 companies at over 3,000 locations worldwide.

For more information, visit http://www.matrikon.com/realtime-data-visualization.aspx

About Matrikon
Matrikon is a leading provider of industrial intelligence solutions that enable manufacturing plants to achieve operational excellence by transforming production data into knowledge to predict and prevent problems and optimize operations. Matrikon's customers achieve agile operations through the combination of external market and plant data to make informed, intelligent decisions in real-time. With offices in major cities throughout North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East and a global client base including industry leaders in a wide range of process industries, Matrikon's reach is global. www.matrikon.com

Matrikon is a trademark or registered trademark of Matrikon Inc

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Sponge-Jet Blasts Away as "Superior Technology"

Following an extensive three year abrasive blasting study, NASA's Acquisition Pollution Prevention (AP2) Office, found Sponge-Jet to be the "superior technology". The objective "was to qualify candidate alternative low-emission surface preparation/depainting technologies for structural steel applications at NASA facilities." Field-testing and the final evaluation rated each technology based on ease of use, surface cleanliness, surface profile, waste and particulate generation and substrate damage.

Portsmouth, NH (PRWEB) June 22, 2007 -- Sponge-Jet, Inc., the world leader in clean, dry, low dust, reusable abrasive blasting, was selected by NASA's Acquisition Pollution Prevention (AP2) Office as the "superior technology" following an extensive three year abrasive blasting study.
The objective of the study as published "was to qualify candidate alternative low-emission surface preparation/depainting technologies for structural steel applications at NASA facilities…. this project compares the surface preparation/depainting performance… to existing surface preparation/depainting systems or standards."

Test data collected at NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi compared plastic blast media, hard abrasive media, portable laser coating removal, liquid nitrogen, mechanical removal with a vacuum attachment and Sponge Media composite abrasives. Field-testing and final evaluation rated each technology based on ease of use, surface cleanliness, surface profile, waste and particulate generation and substrate damage.

The report concluded, "Sponge-Jet® (as demonstrated) proved to be a low-dusting alternative that achieved adequate paint strip rates on carbon steel. Other benefits of Sponge-Jet® include the high recyclability of the media, ease of use, and the high levels of worker visibility."

"While we are not surprised with the results, we are honored to be included in this NASA Pollution Prevention Office Joint Test Report… and to be regarded as the highest-rated solution is the cream of our efforts which date back to the early nineties," offered Tony Anni, Marketing Manager of Sponge-Jet, Inc. in a recent statement.

To obtain a copy of the Joint Test Report (NAP2.PROJ.JTR.DEP.PL.02.16.07.F) visit the NASA web site at http://acqp2.nasa.gov/reports/NAP2.PROJ.JTR.DEP.PL.02.16.07.F.pdf
For more information on the Sponge-Jet technology, visit http://www.spongejet.com/ or contact Sponge-Jet at 1-603-610-7950.

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Global Counterfeiting Costs Each Major Drug and Cigarette Maker a Million Dollars+ a Day; Americas Watchdog Launches New Service to Protect Consumers and Corporate Profits

Americas Watchdog has launched its Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants initiative as a way to protect consumers as well as corporate profits in the growing world of product counterfeiting. The group estimates that the world's top 10 pharmaceutical companies, and the world's top five tobacco companies lose a minimum of $1,000,000+ per day to global counterfeiters. There is no service like the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants in the world. According to Americas Watchdog, "Global Counterfeiting is a dangerous sewer that will not get cleaned up with a 9-to-5 or look the other way approach". Global product counterfeiting is bad for consumers and it costs corporations.

(PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- Americas Watchdog has launched its Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants as a way to protect consumers from potentially lethal counterfeit products, as well as to protect corporate profits and shareholders interests. According to Americas Watchdog, "pharmaceutical companies and tobacco companies are at the top of the list of corporations losing billions of dollars to product counterfeiters each year". Americas Watchdog estimates that the worlds top 10 pharmaceutical companies and the worlds top five tobacco companies each lose a minimum of $1,000,000+ per day due to product counterfeiting. The U.S.-based Center for Medicines in the Public Interest predicts that "counterfeit drug sales will reach $75 billion globally by 2010, an increase of more than 90% from 2005".

Americas Watchdog has created its Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants service to assist corporations in identifying & shutting down product counterfeiting operations, through integrated buy operations designed to prove who is making the counterfeit products, along with identifying their retail/wholesale distribution networks. CEO's, CFO's and general counsels of pharmaceutical companies or cigarette makers, along with their shareholders, should be outraged. "It's a million dollars+, lost per day-minimum for these companies". In the case of Viagra, Cialis & Levitra ED drugs or Marlboro Cigarettes, its billions of dollars lost each per year.

As an example, Americas Watchdog estimates that 75% of the Internet ED "pharmacies" are little more than fronts for counterfeiters and organized crime. When Americas Watchdog asked a "sales manager" of a pharmaceutical company if they might be interested in finding out who is making and selling counterfeit medications, they were told, "we really don't care, its just a cost of doing business. I'll see if someone can get back to you" (they never did). For a CEO, CFO, general counsel or an outside general counsel of a pharmaceutical company or a cigarette firm, Americas Watchdog thinks this was the wrong answer. Not only are consumers put at risk, but corporate profits and shareholders also suffer, with a look the other way attitude about product counterfeiting. If your law firm represents pharmaceutical or tobacco companies, the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Initiative can help your clients as well as bring value to your relationship with your clients.

It's not just on line pharmacies: there are also on line cigarette stores.

Counterfeit cigarettes also pose an enormous health risk because the same quality control used in the US, or Europe are not found in the capital of cigarette counterfeiting -- China. China is the world's biggest producer of counterfeit cigarettes. Eighty percent of the world's counterfeit cigarettes are made in China. Estimates are that China produces a minimum of 200 billion counterfeit cigarettes each year. That's more than enough to give every man, woman and child in the US, 33 free packs of cigarettes. Most counterfeit cigarettes are manufactured in the southern Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Fujian. Small villages see the production of cigarettes as a good source of income. However, these village industries account for only 20% of the counterfeit cigarettes produced each year. The majority of cigarettes are produced in factories run by Chinese or Russian organized crime syndicates (80%). The fact that organized crime is so involved in this worldwide product counterfeiting sewer makes going after the problem anything but a 9-to-5 job, for a corporate official or a corporate law firm.

Americas Watchdog's Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants is the only firm of its type in the world. Its entire purpose is to protect consumers and corporate profits at the same time. The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants would like to hear from any pharmaceutical, tobacco or other manufacturers to see how they can tailor suit a program that will succeed in making counterfeiting a much more complicated and risky business for the counterfeiter. If you are a CEO, CFO, general counsel, sales manager or outside general counsel of a pharmaceutical, tobacco or software/entertainment/fashion corporation and you would like to increase corporate profits and at the same time protect your customers, please feel free to contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants at anytime (Http://GP-CC.Com). Media representatives are welcome to contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants at 866-714-6466.

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Borden Elliott & Pierce Announce New Job Survey Results

In a collective effort with one of their affiliates Borden Elliott & Pierce is releasing the results of a survey that demonstrates how people land jobs.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- In a collective effort with one of their affiliates Borden Elliott & Pierce is releasing the results of a survey that demonstrates how people land jobs.

Borden Elliott & Pierce, along with a mid-west affiliate, released their results today. The findings: 58% landed a job through networking; 33% through advertised postings; and 9% through a recruiter.

A spokesperson for Borden Elliott & Pierce stated, "This is a small sampling, but it coincides with past findings on a national level. There has been little done to review this subject in the past several years and we felt it was timely to look into this important subject. Too few people know how to network effectively, or feel that there networks have dried up. They don't know how to energize their existing networks or more importantly, how to develop new networks."

The company makes it clear that this is not a scientific poll, but a good representative sampling from their own clients.

Borden Elliott & Pierce works with professionals on the best ways to repackage their most marketable skills and then to network themselves into career positions. When asked what is most difficult for a job seeker today, Borden Elliott & Pierce say that complaints about ineffective online campaigns, "searching the online job boards" leads the pack in what job seekers find most difficult. The second biggest complaint is "difficulty in getting to the decision maker" that will ultimately choose who he or she works with.

Borden Elliott & Pierce also feels that the percentage of people in their survey who found a job through advertised positions is higher than previous surveys is due to the manner in which their clients approach that segment of the job market. The percentage for jobs through recruiters is in line with other survey results from the past. Borden Elliott says that complaints from jobs seekers still resonate when talking about the lack of response from online postings.

Borden Elliott & Pierce is encouraging other affiliates to survey their clients in order to get a more national overview of how people are finding jobs. "We feel confident that the percentage of professionals who get jobs through networking will to continue to climb as additional results are revealed."

Borden Elliott & Pierce is a Florida based career management firm based, assisting executive level professionals. www.bepcflorida.com

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AGOG Digital Introduces Free SEO Trial Plan for Companies Marketing to Greater China

Hong Kong search engine optimization (SEO) firm is offering a free SEO Trial Plan until July 18, 2007, to spread greater awareness of the benefits of search engine marketing. The Free SEO trial plan is specifically aimed at companies targeting the Greater China market.

Hong Kong (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- Hong Kong headquartered AGOG Digital Marketing Strategy Ltd. (http://www.agogdigital.com), a full-service search engine optimization and Internet marketing company, has announced a Free SEO Trial plan. The Free Trial plan is offered until July 18, 2007.

AGOG Digital's limited time service offer is aimed at creating greater awareness of the potential of search engine optimization and search engine marketing for penetrating international markets, particularly the vast Greater China market.

The Free SEO Trial Plan will include: (1) Keyword research and analysis of both English and Chinese keywords suitable for marketing to the Greater China region, (2) Recommendations for optimization of websites including website content and structure, (3) Optimization of website homepage.

"With the phenomenal growth in China's Internet population and online spending, the potential market that China offers is immense. It is also an accepted fact that SEO / search engine marketing is one of the most cost-effective methods to tap into such a large market," says Jimsun Lui, Director, SEO / Internet Marketing of AGOG Digital Marketing Strategy Ltd. "Our Free SEO Trial Plan will hopefully allow companies to experience for themselves the immense marketing potential in China and how they can leverage it to the fullest."

To understand the China opportunity, consider these statistics: As of 2006, there were 136 million Internet users in China, as per the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC), making it the second largest Internet population in the world. Online sales in China is estimated to cross US$6.38 billion in 2007, driven by an estimated 55 million shoppers, according to iResearch.. Almost 75 percent of the online spending in 2006 came in consumer-to-consumer spending, highlighting the booming e-commerce scene in the country.

"We recognize that companies eyeing the lucrative China market face inherent challenges," says Jimsun. "Marketing to this audience requires a combination of deep knowledge of the search habits & behavior of Chinese Internet users, a thorough understanding of how the Chinese language search engines work and of course, a high level of proficiency in both Chinese and English languages. Our search engine optimization strategies make optimum use of our strengths in each of the above factors- be it in keyword research or Chinese/ English content creation- to ensure clients achieve their online marketing objectives."

The company has successfully applied its localization & internationalization strategies for search engine marketing for clients from different domains. A recent example is that of an Australian skin care company, SkinB5 Pty Ltd, that sells vitamin and acne treatment products online. The company needed to aggressively market its products in Hong Kong, mainland China and Australia. Today the company boasts of over 100 top 10 search engine rankings on all the major regional and global search engines and has far exceeded its search engine traffic acquisition goals from its key target markets.

Or, consider motor manufacturer and exporter, Tecoelectric Co. Ltd that wanted to attract buyers from mainland China, Hong Kong and the United States. Thanks to some smart search engine optimization (SEO) work, the company has established itself on the first page (top 10 results) of most major regional and global search engines for over 100 high-demand keywords and increased its website traffic by over 225%.

AGOG Digital is focused on being a dominant player in the niche, bi-lingual (English-Chinese SEO space).

"The multi-lingual skill is crucial because Internet users in Hong Kong and many parts of China use both English and Chinese to search. Moreover, even the Chinese words used vary from location to location," says Jimsun. Our multi-lingual capability also helps us be a strong bridge between China and the world that can be used by both overseas companies targeting the attractive China market as well as Chinese companies eyeing global audiences. We have helped numerous companies successfully cross this bridge since our inception in 2001 and hope to do so even more."

About AGOG Digital Marketing Strategy Ltd
Established in year 2001, Hong Kong-headquartered AGOG Digital Marketing Strategy Ltd. (http://www.agogdigital.com) is dedicated to providing search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM/ paid search advertising, other forms of Internet marketing and e-commerce consulting services. With a team of experienced professionals proficient in SEO for both English and Chinese search engines, AGOG Digital helps companies reach the fast growing Internet audience in mainland China and Hong Kong as well as help Chinese companies effectively use search engine marketing to attract global audiences. The company's SEO / Internet marketing client roster comprises over 100 companies from diverse domains, including global banking giants, well known retailers, publicly listed manufacturing companies, technology companies, educational institutions and various small business.

For more information or to schedule an interview, you can contact Jimsun Lui via email at http://www.agogdigital.com, or by telephone number 2301 9922.

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Partnering For Success: The New Powerful Relationship Between HR, Executive Recruiters, & Hiring Managers

Recruiters used to be trained to bypass HR, but now they are forging strong strategic relationships and companies are benefiting.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- There has been a change in the influence of HR departments. Why and how has HR gained so much more power? HR departments used to spend more time administering benefits and nurturing and developing current employees with less involvement in who was hired into the company.

Historically, HR and executive recruiters did not partner with one another. Non-industry specialized recruiters often presented unqualified candidates, causing problems when they approached hiring managers directly.

From the other perspective, executive recruiters purposefully bypassed HR departments and were specifically trained not to work with HR because it slowed down the process. HR generalists were sometimes not as knowledgeable about the specifics of technical positions as the hiring manager. Now, HR professionals and hiring managers are working in triangular partnership with industry specialized recruiters and getting the job done with greater efficiency. Roles are being defined better and the process is running more smoothly. How will the future of recruiting be influenced by this new partnership?

Ron Herzog, CEO & President of FPC, said, "In the changing recruitment landscape, recruiters are now partnering with HR professionals in addition to hiring managers and companies are benefiting from this strong alliance. With a candidate-poor market, this triangular partnership is key in finding the right talent. I see this trend continuing as roles become more defined and HR professionals have even more involvement in company strategy."

About FPC
FPC (F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Consultants) recruiters provide recruiting solutions for Fortune 100 to privately held corporations providing well credentialed candidates to fill their needs. For further information about FPC, call 800-886-7839 or visit www.fpcnational.com.

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BICA™ Awards Announced for Vinyl & Composite Windows

Market Resource Associates, Inc. of Minneapolis, MN, has announced the winners of the BICA award for vinyl and composite window manufacturers in the United States. Winners include Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors; Simonton Windows and Renewal by Andefrsen. The out-bound telephone, totally unaided study of 997 United States home builders, remodeling contractors, dealers and distributors tested several aspects of the manufacturer's quality and service related issues.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- BICA award winners were announced today by Market Resource Associates, Inc. (MRA), President John Cashmore for manufacturers of vinyl and composite windows.

The BICA was developed by MRA to recognize outstanding performance in studies conducted by the firm. The BICA winners were selected for consistently high quality rankings and remarkable customer service as voted by building trades professionals. These professionals included window distributors, home builders, remodeling contractors and building materials retailers.

Award winners include:

Integrity® from Marvin Windows and Doors, Warroad, MN
Overall Top Rated Non-Wood Window Brand

Renewal by Andersen, Cottage Grove, MN
Overall Top Rated Composite Window Brand

Simonton Windows, Parkersburg, WV
Overall Top Rated Vinyl Window Brand

For this survey, 997 building trade professionals were interviewed using an unaided, out-bound telephone method. Only those individuals who have direct responsibility for purchasing windows were interviewed. The sample was randomly selected, and collected from among the 48 contiguous states in relationship to building permits data compiled by Permits Plus of Ithaca, N.Y.

"The BICA has been designed to be the equivalent of the Oscar or Tony award in the building products industry," said Cashmore. This is the second round of BICAs awarded in this category. Both Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors and Simonton Windows are repeat winners from a study conducted 18 months ago.

"Recipients of this award should feel extremely proud their companies were so highly regarded by industry professionals taking part in our extensive survey." Twenty different attributes are tested on each brand mentioned by respondents.

The BICA award is only awarded in the building materials industry and is not awarded for best automobile, home builder, copy machine, hotel chain, consulting company, airlines among other industries and products.

For more information on this and other MRA Omnibus Studies visit the MRA website at http://www.mraonline.com or call 800-795-3056.

Based in Minneapolis since 1990, Market Resource Associates is a full-service market research consultancy specializing in the residential and commercial building materials, lawn and garden, kitchen and bath and related fields. BICA is a registered trademark of Market Resource Associates, Inc., Minneapolis, MN.

Contact Matthew Brown - Omnibus Studies Coordinator - 1-800-795-3056

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Wireless Connectivity Market Will Have Surprising Growth Rate, Driven by Powerful Consumer Demand, Says New WTRS Report

WTRS new report finds wireless connectivity to be the single most important attribute for consumer electronics growth, and those wires hanging down the back of the gadget are the single most important barrier to new product sales.

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- WTRS new report finds wireless connectivity to be the single most important attribute for consumer electronics growth, and those wires hanging down the back of the gadget are the single most important barrier to new product sales.

Unforeseen and even largely unknown market drivers can stimulate consumers into action without the participation of consumer electronics companies. Consumers, independent of any outside stimuli, have a latent need to eliminate many of the hurdles posed by cabled connectivity which include the proprietary connectors on the cables as well as the simple physical limitation and aesthetic aspects of cabling.

"Nearly every consumer who comes into contact with one of these new attractive products considers first the aesthetics and functionality to be gained if only the product were wireless," according to Kirsten West, Principal Analyst with WTRS. "This is a huge unknown market driver that is heating the demand for wireless connectivity in consumer electronics products."

Regardless of possible limitations, the ability of UWB, Bluetooth and WiFi to simply satisfy the growing requirement by service providers to offer a means for consumers to transfer content between consumer electronics products, captures a tremendous market potential. Being just one example of the use of UWB solutions in the wireless USB or future Bluetooth high-speed protocols, consumer communications is the sector that drove Bluetooth. These newly emerging wireless buses are also being considered for implementation in new personal media players and television sets to enable wireless connectivity with consumer peripherals and even game platforms and digital set top boxes.

The WTRS Report "Consumer Electronics Applications Report" identifies other conclusions as well, including an analysis and forecast of the consumer electronics applications segments likely to adopt emerging wireless technologies, including UWB, Bluetooth and the IEEE 802.11 family of protocols. It also forecasts the overall market as well as providing an analysis and forecast of the impact of Certified Wireless USB (UWB), Bluetooth, and WiFi on digital cameras, game consoles, game adapters, handheld games and portable media player products.

WTRS (West Technology Research Solutions) is a California-based research, publishing and consulting company focused on emerging wireless technologies. With an eight-year record of successful growth, we're ready to help your company make market decisions and plan for the future. The "WTRS Consumer Electronics Applications Report" Report is 20 pages and contains 13 charts, tables and graphs.

For more information, www.wtrs.net

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Laser Module Predicts End of Life

As a laser diode approaches the end of its operational life, its imminent failure is signalled by an increase in the current being drawn from its drive circuitry. Typically, when the current draw reaches a value of 120% of its original operating value, the laser diode is considered to have reached its "Near End of Life" condition.

Hatfield Broad Oak, UK (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- Photonic Products, the UK opto-electronics device manufacturer and laser diode specialist, is showcasing new 635nm Photon laser modules with "Near End of Life Detection" facility at LASER 2007.

As a laser diode approaches the end of its operational life, its imminent failure is signalled by an increase in the current being drawn from its drive circuitry. Typically, when the current draw reaches a value of 120% of its original operating value, the laser diode is considered to have reached its "Near End of Life" condition.

PM-NEOLD laser diode modules have an integral "Near End of Life Detection" facility which is set to respond when this condition has been reached. The generated signal can be utilised by the user to trigger an audible alarm or an LED warning light. The circuit is set to be fail safe, i.e. if there is a wire breakage, the alarm signal will be triggered.

The highly reliable and efficient laser modules have optical output powers from 0.9mW to 18mW at a lasing wavelength of 635nm, power stability greater than 5 percent, operating voltage of 3-6V DC and operating temperature from -10 degrees to +50 degrees Centigrade. The lens may be adjusted to produce either a collimated beam or a focused spot, or replaced by other optical systems such as line generators.

The PM-NEOLD range of laser modules has been designed as a complete laser diode solution for OEM use in diverse applications such as industrial alignment and positioning, medical fluorescence and bar code readers.

Download specifications
http://www.photonic-products.com/news/pm_neold_module.html

About Photonic Products Ltd (www.photonic-products.com)
Photonic Products is a UK based, ISO9001:2000 certified manufacturer of custom designed laser diode modules and assemblies and an authorised distributor of high performance, premium quality industrial laser diodes and LEDs manufactured by Sanyo, Opnext (formerly Hitachi) and Sony, and precision optical lenses from Panasonic to OEMs in the industrial, medical, scientific and defence markets.

Photonic Products was established in 1995 and has operations in the United Kingdom, the United States and Germany.

The company has twice been honoured with a Queen's Award for Enterprise: International Trade.

It is a StockerYale (NASDAQ: STKR) company.

NOTICE TO INVESTORS:
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including without limitation, those with respect to StockerYale's goals, plans and strategies set forth herein are forward-looking statements. The following important factors and uncertainties, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements: uncertainty that cash balances may not be sufficient to allow StockerYale to meet all of its business goals; uncertainty that StockerYale's new products will gain market acceptance; the risk that delays and unanticipated expenses in developing new products could delay the commercial release of those products and affect revenue estimates; the risk that one of our competitors could develop and bring to market a technology that is superior to those products that we are currently developing; and StockerYale's ability to capitalize on its significant research and development efforts by successfully marketing those products that the Company develops. Forward-looking statements represent management's current expectations and are inherently uncertain. You should also refer to the discussion under "Factors Affecting Operating Results" in StockerYale's annual report on Form 10-KSB and most recent quarterly report on Form 10-QSB for additional matters to be considered in this regard. Thus, actual results may differ materially. All Company, brand, and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. StockerYale undertakes no duty to update any of these forward-looking statements.

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Global Equipment Leasing Network Eliminates Advertising and Event Registration Fees

The Lessors Network is an online vertical marketplace serving a global equipment leasing and finance community.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- The Lessors Network, an online vertical marketplace serving a global equipment leasing and finance community today announced restructuring of its membership program and elimination of online advertising and event registration fees.

Now used by industry professionals from more than forty countries around the world, the Lessors Network Website delivers news, information and access to resources enhancing equipment lease origination, finance, distribution and administrative networks.

John O. Semon, CEO commented, "While traditional industry media sites and associations rely on advertising fees and attendee registration fees, we have spent the last ten years positioning the Lessors Network to provided these services without cost to our members. Our annual membership dues are less than the cost of a 90 day banner ad on most sites."

Lessors Network advertising venues include:

Employment Ads & Resume Postings
White Pages Directory Listings
Yellow Pages Directory Listing
Leases For Sale | RFQs
Vertical Market Press Release Publication
Who's Who in Equipment Leasing Profiles
Corporate Profile Presentations
Logo Link Ad
Event Promotion Ads

Semon went on to say, "At our last networking event, we experimented with providing free exhibitor registration to our membership. That experiment was proven successful and we will now provide all our members with free attendee and exhibitor registration options. I know of no other industry association or media organization that offers free advertising and event registrations."

The Lessors Network is preparing to host its 10th Annual Lessors Networking Showcase this August from the Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead hotel in Atlanta, GA. Members enjoy free attendee/exhibitor registration and the Lessors Network has negotiated guest room rates of just $175 per night. After the event exhibitor presentations will be published from the Lessors Network Website for viewing by its global audience.

Since 1998 the Lessors Network's smaller, Professionally Intimate showcases have delivered key strategic business information and high profile networking opportunities for an elite group of executives serving the equipment leasing & finance industry. Traditionally this annual networking event has attracted the "A-List" including: Bank of America, Caterpillar Financial Services Corp., Chase Equipment Leasing, CIT Group, Citigroup, Inc., CSC Diligenz, Inc., Daimler Chrysler, DB Zwirn, De Lage Landen, Dell Financial Services, Deutsche Financial Services, First Financial Corp., Fitch Ratings, GATX Capital, GE Capital, GE Commercial, GMAC Commercial Finance, IBM Global Financing, Information Leasing Corp., International Decision Systems, JDR Solutions, John Deere Credit, Key Equipment Finance Group, KPMG Consulting LLC, LEAF Financial Corp., Marlin Leasing Corporation, Oracle, Marshall & Stevens, Pitney Bowes Financial Services, Regions Equipment Finance Corp., RVI Group, SAP America, Siemens Financial Services, Summit Funding Group, Textron Financial Corporation, Tip Capital, Toyota Financial Services, UCC Direct Services, US Bancorp, Wachovia Leasing & Equipment Finance and Wells Fargo Equipment Finance and others. For additional information please visit - www.lessors.com.

About The Lessors Network:
The Lessors Network is a global vertical market network, providing access to markets, information, people and resources across an online equipment leasing and finance community. For additional information please visit www.Lessors.com.

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RCA Crimp Connectors Now Available at L-com Connectivity Products

RCA connectors, commonly used in audio and video equipment, are difficult to source domestically. L-com Connectivity Products has now announced that it will address this problem by carrying two types of RCA connectors available off-the-shelf: one for RG59/U coax, and one for RG6/U coax.

North Andover, MA (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- L-com Connectivity Products today announced that it will begin offering crimp RCA connectors as part of its product line. These connectors are sized for RG59/U and RG6/U 75Ohm coax cables. They will be complemented by L-com's wildly popular bulk coaxial cable line and crimp and strip tools.

http://www.l-com.com/productfamily.aspx?id=2897

L-com has carried a line of RCA connectors before, including a gold-plated panel mount RCA connector. But this recent addition will accommodate audiophiles and manufacturers of audio equipment who prefer to build their own cable assemblies or alter cables that they already have.

RCA connectors are extremely common in audio/video cabling and equipment. They are used most often in composite video cables and high end audio cables. Their push-on design makes them simple to use and very effective for both audio and video signal types.

For more information about this release, please contact:
David Dolce, Product Marketing Manager, 978-682-6936 x161

For over 25 years, L-com has designed and manufactured copper and fiber cable assemblies, interconnection adaptors, connectors and cable test equipment. In addition to a vast inventory of standard products, L-com has extensive custom product design and manufacturing capabilities that include:

Assembled and Injection Molded Data Cables
Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies and Adaptors
Modular and Telco Assemblies
Low Loss Video and Monitor Cables
Unique Bulkhead Connectors
Machined or Cast Coaxial Connectors and Adaptors
Sheet Metal Fabrication of Rack Panels and Enclosures
Special Bulk Cable Formulations (Low Smoke Zero Halogen, Ultra-Flexible, etc.)
Military and Special Packaging, Kitting, Custom Labeling and Bar-coding

L-com also distributes selected products to complement its manufactured goods including: Ethernet hubs and switches, routers, media converters, protocol converters, KVM switches, video distribution amplifiers/switches and network test equipment. The company provides simple, one-stop shopping for its customers. For more information, please visit www.L-com.com.

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High-Tech Businesses Thrive Under Ohio’s Business Culture

State meets executives’ needs for work/life balance.

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Business leaders are discovering that Ohio offers an ideal environment for success in high-tech computer advancements for the global marketplace. According to the Ohio Business Development Coalition (OBDC), the nonprofit organization that markets the state for capital investment, high-tech businesses thrive and grow under Ohio’s supportive business culture and unique micro-metropolitan environment, providing executives the time to pursue their personal aspirations.

Executives at Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), a statewide organization that provides reliable high performance computing and networking infrastructure expertise, are leveraging Ohio’s unique qualities and transforming them into success in the technology industry. Through a variety of education and business initiatives, OSC makes the computational power of Ohio’s largest computer cluster available for academic, technical and research applications.

One initiative is “Blue Collar Computing,” a program that provides small to mid-size Ohio businesses with high-end computer tools and training helping them to optimize their time and resources for profitable growth.

“Ohio has an amazing network of universities and well-trained workers,” said Stan Ahalt, executive director of OSC. “Our state partnerships allow us to achieve leadership positions in progressive technology, information systems and advanced industries by educating businesses to compete in today's high-tech industries.”

With short commutes and less stress, Ahalt and his family have more time to enjoy their favorite activities and take advantage of the state’s many cultural and recreational opportunities. An avid photographer, Ahalt enjoys the state’s many metro parks where he photographs Ohio’s wildlife. “Whatever you want, you’ll find it in Ohio,” said Ahalt.

Ahalt is the latest business leader featured in the “Why Ohio?” advertising campaign, a series highlighting prominent executives in a variety of industries who have found business and personal success in Ohio. The ad first appeared in the Wall Street Journal June 18.

“The state’s aggressive, profitable business programs, access to a well-trained workforce and direct market access are coupled with a unique micro-metropolitan city structure. These benefits help ensure business success, leaving more time for executives to pursue their personal aspirations,” said Ed Burghard, executive director of the Ohio Business Development Coalition. “Ohio is the state of perfect balance.”

About the Ohio Business Development Coalition
The Ohio Business Development Coalition is a nonprofit organization that provides marketing strategy and implementation to support Ohio’s economic development efforts.
For more information, visit http://www.ohiomeansbusiness.com.

Media Contact: Caroline Cofer
Paul Werth Associates
614-224-8114, ext. 232
ccofer(at)paulwerth.com

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Architectural Data Systems Enhances Product Offering with Support Documents

ADS' Support Documents allows one-stop-shopping to manufacturer documents at the push of a button. Support Documents will be incorporated as a feature within three of ADS' products -- ADSearch, ADSymphony and ADScheduleLink -- and will allow immediate and seamless access to a number of manufacturer documents such as CAD details and technical specifications.

Baltimore, MD (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Architectural Data Systems (ADS) -- the leader in on-line document production software -- today announced Support Documents, a new feature that allows users to view and/or download any of a manufacturer's Web site documents without having to navigate away from the ADS system. Support Documents will be incorporated as a feature within three of ADS' products -- ADSearch, ADSymphony, and ADScheduleLink -- and will allow immediate and seamless access to a number of manufacturer documents such as CAD details and technical specifications.

"Our customers have been asking for this type of enhancement, and we are thrilled to be able to deliver with Support Documents," said Chuck Williams, founder and CEO of ADS. "Our latest feature gives our customers access to all the documents that a manufacturer provides in one easy location. It's about saving time and increasing organizational efficiency, and our customers get that in Support Documents. They no longer have to navigate through thousands of manufacturer's Web sites to find certain documents -- its all in one place, and at the push of button."

Support Documents Features and Benefits
The Support Documents feature is an open tool that works with commonly used file types making it flexible and integrated. The user can choose to download the chosen manufacturer information to a number of formats including PDF, CAD and HTML. Common manufacturer documents accessed through Support Documents include AutoCAD detail drawings, cleaning/maintenance specifications, product/manufacturer specifications, warranty information, safety documents/hazardous materials, user manuals, parts lists and ADA information. The information is electronically selected and pulled into whatever format the user chooses in an organized and seamless manner.

"Our customers need a tool that connects every aspect of the architectural drawing while, at the same time, enabling easy access to an inordinate amount of product information and content -- all from one location and in real-time," said John Thielmann, e-Commerce Development Manager, Postal Products Unlimited, Inc. "Support Documents is the only feature I've seen of its kind offering a robust, open design that allows us to extend vital information on hundreds of products we offer to the end-user -- all electronically and in one place. It will truly change the user experience."

Pricing and Availability
Support Documents is expected to be available July 1, 2007 through ADSearch, ADSymphony or ADSchedulink products. Support Documents cannot be purchased as a standalone feature. For more information please visit www.architecturaldatasystems.com.

About Architecture Data Systems (ADS)
ADS is a leading provider of online tools and solutions designed by architects for architects. ADS offers a menu of revolutionary product and service solutions that encapsulate a suite of electronic productivity tools designed to allow the user to bridge the gap between traditional practice and newer ways of working and thinking. ADS software automates the specification process by allowing architects to select attributes of products and materials through a menu-driven system. For more information about ADS, visit http://www.architecturaldatasystems.com.

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GD Jewelry.com Announced Her Upgraded On-line Web-store Re-launched, Which Sells Pearl Jewelry on Line

Gd jewelry.com, one of the Chinese on-line jewelry wholesaler announced her upgraded on-line web-store re-launched, adding more Pearl Jewelry catalog, including Pearl Necklace, Loose Pearl, Freshwater Pearl,etc and many fashion bridal jewelry of 2007. "We are always on the way with the trend of fashion and has been trying to make the best to the world", says Rose, the owner of Gd jewelry.com," We are also on the way of making our web-store more friendly and easy to use".

(PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Gd jewelry.com, one of the Chinese on-line jewelry wholesaler announced her upgraded on-line web-store re-launched, adding more catalog, including Pearl Necklace, Loose Pearl, etc and many fashion bridal jewelry of 2007.

The Main Products GD jewelry.com sells,
Pearl Jewelry,
Bracelet,
Bridal Jewelry,
Crystal Jewelry,
Pearl Necklace,

"We are always on the way with the trend of fashion and has been trying to make the best to the world", says Rose, the owner of GD jewelry.com," We are also on the way of making our web-store more friendly and easy to use".

Nowadays, more and more company sells on line, the way Gd jewelry.com operates in some extent, represents the trend of development of the consumer market. We can see that more and more people begin to accept this mean of shopping.

About Gd jewelry.com:
GD jewelry.com(http://www.gdjewelry.com) makes and wholesales all kinds of jewelry, such as Necklaces, Bracelets, Rings, Earrings, Waist Chain, Pendants and all kinds of trendy artwork with Crystal, Gemstone, Silver, Pearl and Shell and their mixtures.GD jewelry.com is also OEM professional who can design and tailor the jewelry according to customer's picture or even if just the sketch of a Design.

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Small Business Research Board Industry Study: Manufacturers Predicting Greater Revenues, Expecting To Increase Hiring During Next 12 Months SBRB Reports

Manufacturing confidence growing despite concerns about economy says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates.

Northfield, Ill. (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- The outlook for manufacturing companies showed improvement in the second quarter of 2007 with owners predicting increased revenues and plans for additional hiring during the next 12 months it was reported today by he Small Business Research Board (SBRB).

The Manufacturing Industry Small Business Confidence Index (SBCI) reached 40.3 during the second quarter of 2007 according to the report co-sponsored by International Profit Associates (IPA). The 40.3 was an increase of 3.3 points from the SBCI of 37 reported during the first quarter poll.

The current manufacturing industry SBCI is lower than the SBCI of 46 reported for all U.S. small businesses. However, the confidence expressed by owners in the industry is identical to that of the food industry, but lower than the 48 recorded by the construction and contracting industry for the same period.

The higher manufacturing industry SBCI resulted from a combination of increases in key reporting categories. The poll tabulations showed that 52% are expecting revenues to increase during the next 12 months and 33% plan to increase hiring. During the previous quarter, 47.8% said they expected greater revenues looking forward 12 months while 23.3% said they expected to increase hiring.

Owners of manufacturing businesses offered this input even though they have less confidence in the economy. Only 36% believe the economy will improve during the coming 12 months versus 40% the first quarter.

"The manufacturing sector has demonstrated great resilience the past few years, certainly when compared to its performance through most of the 1990s and also in comparison to other industries," said Gregg M. Steinberg, President of IPA. "Nevertheless, going forward, it is clear that owners must be focused on tightening their operating controls."

More than 770 small business owners participated in the nationwide poll. The universe of participants is developed from among small businesses across the United States. The SBRB study is a voluntary survey conducted quarterly.

The Small Business Research Board ascertains and reports the opinions of small business owners and managers on a wide variety of topics related to their own businesses as well as national and international issues that may impact their operations. The SBRB conducts these studies for the benefit of small business owners and managers. The SBRB also provides opportunities for third parties to gain real time insight into the attitudes of small businesses nationwide through the independently conducted research.

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

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

The second quarter summary follows:

SBRB SBCI Q2 2007 (vs. prior quarter)
All US: 46 (40.78)
Manufacturing: 40.3 (37.0)

SBRB Manufacturing forecast:

Outlook for the general economy is for the next twelve months
36%: Better
25%: Worse
39%: No Change

Revenue expectations for the next twelve months
30%: Increase of 10% or more
22%: Increase of less than 10%
34%: Will be about the same
7%: Decrease of less than 10%
7%: Decrease of 10% or more

Expect to hire new employees during the next twelve months
33%: Increase hiring
12%: Decrease workforce
47%: Remain the same
8%: Unsure

Copyright 2007 Small Business Research Board (SBRB)

For more information about this poll, results of previous studies or other matters related to the SBRB, please contact Raymond D. Minkus, (847) 441-4192.

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CorrectDeck® is First Composite Decking Combining Microban® Antimicrobial Product Protection with Stain and Fade Resistance

CorrectDeck® CX with Microban® Protection resists mold, stains and color fading.

Biddeford, ME (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Correct Building Products® LLC, manufacturer of CorrectDeck® composite decking, offers CorrectDeck® CX with Microban® (http://correctdeck.com/products/decking/cx/default.htm) antimicrobial product protection, the first composite decking to combine antimicrobial protection that resists mold and mildew with stain and fade resistance.

“We developed CorrectDeck CX with Microban protection in response to homeowner concerns that composite decking needed to be improved in several areas, especially mold and mildew resistance,” said Martin Grohman, president of Correct Building Products. “Microban antimicrobial technology makes those improvements because it inhibits the growth of mold and mildew that can cause unsightly stains and spots.

“It truly fulfills the promise of low maintenance that composite deck owners expect,” Grohman said. CorrectDeck’s co-extrusion process engineers Microban protection into each board. Its antimicrobial properties resist mold and mildew by helping to prevent the colonization of mold and mildew that can cause black spots. In addition, CorrectDeck CX resists stains from grease spatter or food spills because wood fibers are coated with plastic, reducing their exposure. Protection of those exposed fibers and the addition of concentrated UV inhibitors enable the planks to resist color fading.

“Other composite deck materials are susceptible to fading because wood fibers were exposed to the elements,” Grohman said. “but because our decking protects fibers, darker colors won’t lose their rich look and lighter colors won’t look black when wet.”

“We’re very enthusiastic about Microban antimicrobial product protection and what it means for our customers,” Grohman said. “We’ve always made a very strong, sag-resistant deck through our use of polypropylene instead of polyethylene, and now with CorrectDeck CX with Microban product protection, we’ve developed a composite deck that really is low-maintenance for homeowners and businesses.”

Correct Building Products® LLC, headquartered in Biddeford, Maine, is the first and most experienced manufacturer of polypropylene-based composite decking products. Correct Building Products leads the industry with technical innovation in areas of design, formulation and automation. The company’s CorrectDeck® CX with Microban® antimicrobial product protection is the first composite decking to combine antimicrobial protection that resists mold and mildew with stain and fade resistance. More information is available at www.correctdeck.com.

Mike Descoteaux
Correct Building Products
8 Morin Street
Biddeford, ME 04005
207-284-5600
miked(at)correctbp.com

Glen Becker
Becker Marketing Group
4202 Portage Street NW
North Canton, OH 44720
330-497-0453
glen(at)beckermg.com

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Vice President of Hot Shot Delivery Receives Industry's Award of Service

Hot Shot Delivery, Houston's leading provider of same day courier services and warehousing solutions, today announced that Eric Donaldson, Vice President of Hot Shot Delivery was the recipient of the 2007 Community Service Award from the Messenger & Courier Association of America (MCAA).

Houston, TX (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Hot Shot Delivery, Houston's leading provider of same day courier services and warehousing solutions, today announced that Eric Donaldson, Vice President of Hot Shot Delivery was the recipient of the 2007 Community Service Award from the Messenger & Courier Association of America (MCAA).

The MCAA is a non-profit association serving the messenger and courier service industry. Their mission is to promote and advance the common interests of those engaged in the messenger and courier industry. At their 2007 annual meeting in Orlando, Mr. Donaldson was awarded the MCAA Community Service award for his role in creating the Texas Courier and Logistics Association (TCLA), assisting Hurricane Katrina victims and additional community service work throughout Houston.

Eric Donaldson has been a part of Hot Shot Delivery since his father began the company in 1978. In 2006, Mr. Donaldson recognized a need in the Texas courier industry that was not being met. He, along with the owners of other local Texas courier companies, created the Texas Courier and Logistics Association. The TCLA is a non-profit industry association created to help and unite Texas Courier and Logistics companies. In addition to the TCLA, Mr. Donaldson and his Hot Shot Delivery team were extremely involved in assisting Hurricane Katrina victims as well as being actively involved in several local charities in the Houston area.

"Being awarded the Community Service Award by the MCAA is an honor," says Eric Donaldson, Vice President, Hot Shot Delivery. "Our goals at Hot Shot have always been to serve our courier customers and to give back to the community. We hope that being recognized by the MCAA will encourage other companies in the courier industry to give their time and money to very important causes."

Houston same day courier service information or warehousing needs can be obtained by calling (713) 869-7575 or by visiting www.hotshot-delivery.com.

About Hot Shot Delivery
Hot Shot Delivery is a full service delivery and logistics company, serving clients of all sizes and across all industries. Founded in 1978, Hot Shot Delivery has established a reputation for reliability and consistent on time performance which has enabled steady growth while retaining a diverse client portfolio. Additional information can be found by calling (713) 869-7575 or by visiting the company website at www.hotshot-delivery.com.

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Stone Brewing Co. Looks to Microsoft Dynamics GP and Tridea Partners to Manage Rapid Growth

Software to consolidate internal systems, manage beer production and improve financial visibility into all business units.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Tridea Partners, a leading Microsoft Gold Certified partner for Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly known as Great Plains), was chosen to assist Stone Brewing Co. with implementing a new business management, financial and brewing (manufacturing) system for their fast growing company. Stone has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years and the stability and management of information within all of their systems became difficult and unpredictable.

"We had engaged in conversation with Microsoft and Tridea Partners to help us identify software that could support the growth of the business, while still being cost effective. Tridea and Microsoft gave us that solution in Microsoft Dynamics GP," stated Steve Wagner, Brewmaster and President of Stone Brewing Co. "We made the decision to invest in the Microsoft platform that could support our brewing process, purchasing, retail, operations and accounting needs," said Wagner.

Stone Brewing Co. has become one of the fastest growing breweries in the country. Stone's beers such as Stone Pale Ale, Stone IPA, and Arrogant Bastard Ale are becoming increasingly popular and enjoy an extremely loyal following. That growth finally started to catch up with them and Stone needed to look for ways to manage that growth effectively.

"Stone has a unique set of challenges in that they run 5 different types of businesses under one roof including beer distribution (their own brand and other craft brands), brewing, restaurant, gift store and office operations," stated Andy Collins, VP and Partner at Tridea Partners. "Microsoft Dynamics GP is going to give them the ability to integrate the operations of all of these businesses, while also allowing them to view each separate entity as its own profit center, giving them the information and insight on how to make the best decisions to maximize sales and reduce costs."

Microsoft Dynamics GP (formerly Microsoft Great Plains) is a suite of business applications that provides financial management and business management built on the platform of Microsoft technologies. It allows organizations the ability to manage and integrate finances, e-commerce, the supply chain, manufacturing, project accounting, field service, customer relationships, and human resources.

About Tridea Partners
Tridea Partners is a leading service provider of Microsoft Dynamics, including Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and Microsoft CRM. Tridea helps companies implement Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions, accounting software and business applications through a proven and experienced approach. The company's approach focuses on configuring and implementing these systems unique to the customers' end-to-end business processes. Tridea carries the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and has experience in working with organizations with complex environments, often with unique inventory and manufacturing requirements. For additional information about Tridea Partners, visit www.trideapartners.com.

About Stone Brewing Company
Founded in 1996, the Stone Brewing Co. is one of the fastest growing breweries in the United States. Additionally, Stone Brewing is one of the highest rated breweries in the world according to Ratebeer.com and BeerAdvocate.com. Stone brews a wide variety of beers with the reputation for being bold and unique. The brewery's beers certainly live up to the company motto of "Be Amazing." Stone Brewing Co. is currently open seven days a week for tours and tastings at their brand new brewery located in North County San Diego. For more information go to www.stonebrew.com.

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Cesium Telecom, Inc. Signs Agreement with ImageWare USA™ to Establish ImageWare Canada

Cesium Telecom, Inc., a leading North American distributor of GSM handsets and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) accessories has signed an agreement with ImageWare USA™ to establish a new division of Cesium Telecom, Inc.: ImageWare Canada. ImageWare Canada is the leader of Promotional In-Box Solutions for the mobile industry in Canada, and will pursue new markets by offering customized exteriors on all plastic products, for branding and promotional purposes throughout Canada.

Montreal, Canada (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Cesium Telecom, Inc. (www.cesiumtelecom.com), a leading North American distributor of GSM handsets and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) accessories announced today it has signed an agreement with ImageWare USA™ to establish a new division of Cesium Telecom, Inc.: ImageWare Canada. ImageWare Canada is the leader of Promotional In-Box Solutions for the mobile industry in Canada, and will pursue new markets by offering customized exteriors on all plastic products, for branding and promotional purposes throughout Canada.

"This partnership represents a strategic success to diversify into a new market, within which there is unlimited potential. It gives Cesium Telecom the opportunity to utilize its expertise, partners and client base to offer new promotional opportunities which were otherwise unavailable in Canada," stated Vicken Kanadjian, Managing Director of Cesium Telecom, Inc. "Cesium Telecom will now be able to offer clients customization of many products, for a variety of promotional, branding, and reselling opportunities."

"The agreement with Cesium Telecom is another example of the continual expansion of ImageWare globally, and secures another major market for distribution in the Americas," said Chris Carr, Director of Operations ImageWare USA™. "We are proud to have Cesium Telecom represent ImageWare in Canada."

ImageWare USA™
The business idea of ImageWare AS/USA is to develop and sell products that emphasize a client's identity and image. ImageWare has developed unique production methods for customizing imaging on any plastic surface, including mobile phones, and offer clients a one stop service to bring inspiration to realization.

The focus on quality, integrity, and unique designs has earned ImageWare trust with its customers and partners. The company has partnered with Sony Ericsson, Samsung Mobile, and Motorola and has created products for Spiderman III, American Idol, Coca Cola, Louis Vuitton, Avon, and Looney Toons just to name a few.

ImageWare is currently serving Europe, Asia, the United States and now Canada together with Cesium Telecom, Inc.

About Cesium
Cesium Telecom is one of North America's leading distributors of GSM handsets and other select wireless-related products, accessories and services. Its mission is to help its clients increase their profitability. It does so by staying on the cutting edge of product and market developments around the world, and delivering the most complete and appropriate solutions possible. Cesium Telecom clients also count on the company's logistics expertise, quality assurance and world class service to grow productively.

Source: Cesium Telecom, Inc.

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Environmental Data Management Featured on Business Podcast

Environmental Management Software Company Shares Insights Into How Mid-Sized Industry Can Reduce Their Environmental Impact.

Scottsdale, Arizona (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Joe C. Holmes, National Director of Sales & Marketing for EDM, a firm specializing in environment management software was the featured guest on the daily Better Process Podcast presented by Ken Rayment to share insights into how mid-sized industry is affected by increasing publicity and public awareness of environmental issues.

Listen to the interview:
http://www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/4147/

The Better Process Podcast is hosted by Ken Rayment. "American manufacturing is the engine of our economy," says Rayment. "As a Six Sigma Black Belt working in industry, I got tired of hearing only bad news about American manufacturing. I launched the Better Process Podcast to share the success stories and be the voice of the small and mid-sized manufacturing firm." Recent product releases by Environmental Data Management directed at small and midsized industry to help them manage their environmental impact was a great fit for what the better process podcast is trying to accomplish. EDM Provides tools and insights that help these companies remain competitive in a very difficult and ever changing marketplace.

"Environmental health and safety compliance has been an ongoing challenge for companies of all sizes for years." says Holmes. "Our focus is on delivering solutions that have typically only been available to the big corporations. Now, smaller manufacturing companies can operate like the big guys."

Environmental Data Management is in the business of helping regulated industry establish management system to help address their environmental impacts. This is accomplished through a software tool called Comm-Trac supported by compliance consulting support.

http://www.edm-usa.com

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Fastrax Introduces Three New GPS Receivers to iTrax and uPatch Product Families

Fastrax Ltd., the provider of programmable iTrax GPS receivers as well as open and portable iSuite OEM GPS Software Development Kit environments, today announced the latest additions to its iTrax and uPatch product families.

Helsinki, Finland (PRWEB) June 20, 2007 -- Fastrax Ltd., the provider of programmable iTrax GPS receivers as well as open and portable iSuite OEM GPS Software Development Kit environments, today announced the latest additions to its iTrax and uPatch product families.

Based on the ultra-sensitive SiRFstarIII (GSC3f/LP) chipsets and with 8Mbit internal flash memory, the new iTrax310 GPS receiver module enables high-performance navigation in the most stringent applications and a solid fix even in extremely demanding GPS environments. The iTrax310 OEM GPS receiver provides the high performance levels of the iTrax300, including low acquisition sensitivity (-143dBm), navigation sensitivity (-158dBm) and power consumption (110mW at 3.0V), but with a 30% smaller form factor.

iTrax310 receivers are ideally suited for both industrial navigation systems and battery operated consumer products such as handheld computers, vehicle navigation devices, sports accessories and mobile phones.

The new uPatch300 is an ultra small GPS receiver module with an integrated and already optimized patch antenna element. Based on the Sirf Star (GSC3e/LP) chipset, the uPatch300 includes an 8-pin system connector and a UFL antenna connector for an optional external antenna.

The new uPatch130 GPS receiver has also an already integrated and optimized patch antenna and the same form factor and connectors as uPatch300, but is based on the Sony CXD2985 single chip. Being programmable with iSuite 3 SDK, the uPatch 130 facilitates customer cost savings by enabling the programming of applications on the existing ARM 7 core.

As all uPatch GPS receivers, the uPatch300 and the uPatch130 offer very high navigation performance in a compact, cost-effective design. The receivers are ideally suited for navigation and recreational devices as well as GPS Mouse type applications in which high performance and low cost are key issues. The new uPatch receivers are form factor and pin compatible, which further extends the Multiplatform concept introduced within the iTrax family.

"The three products now introduced significantly strengthen the Fastrax iTrax and uPatch GPS receiver offerings. The iTrax310 reduces the size of surface mount GPS receivers even further and is definitely one of the smallest GPS receivers available on the market. The uPatch300 and uPatch130 expand Fastrax's Multiplatform concept, which is the first in the industry to provide a common form factor between multiple OEM GPS receivers based on different chipsets. Customers have varying requirements and by strengthening our GPS offering we are able to serve more customers even better than before. Many customers have expressed interest in a product like the uPatch300," said Mr. Taneli Tuurnala, President and CEO, Fastrax.

The new iTrax310 and uPatch300 samples will be available in July 2007. Samples of the uPatch130 will be available in August 2007.

Fastrax contact:
Mr. Fredrik Borgström
Director, Sales & Marketing
Tel. +358 (0)424 733 1
Fredrik.borgstrom (at) fastrax.fi

Fastrax agency contact:
Netprofile Tech PR
Ms. Christina Forsgård
Tel. +358 9 6812 080
christina (at) netprofiletechpr.com

About Fastrax Ltd
Fastrax provides industry-leading receivers and software solutions for optimal utilization of GPS (Global Positioning System) and other GNSS location services (Global Navigation Satellite Systems). Fastrax transforms GPS technologies into highly scalable iTrax and iSuite solutions with open interfaces, combined with ultra low power consumption and miniature hardware design. With industry-leading performance, Fastrax GPS receivers navigate continuously even in extreme conditions. Receivers are ideally suited to both industrial location applications and high-volume consumer products such as cell phones and sports accessories. Fastrax Engineering Services provide expert services in application design. Headquartered in Finland and founded in 1999, the company is privately owned and backed by leading venture capital investors CapMan, Eqvitec, Startupfactory and Innocap, with a strategic investment by Suunto Corporation, a subsidiary of Amer Sports, a leading global supplier of sporting goods equipment. More information:
www.fastrax.fi.

Global Positioning System (GPS) is a worldwide satellite navigation infrastructure funded and controlled by the U.S. Department of Defense, originally developed for U.S. military purposes. GPS provides satellite signals that enable GPS receivers to calculate their exact position and velocity. The GPS infrastructure has three segments. The space segment consists of 24 satellites that orbit the earth every 12 hours. The control segment consists of tracking stations located around the world, with the master control station located at Falcon Air Force Base in Colorado. The user segment consists of GPS receivers and users utilizing the information provided by the system. GPS is widely used in applications such as marine navigation.

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June 19, 2007

'Data-driven Price Management - How to Get Started' Zilliant & AMR Research to Host Webinar through the Professional Pricing Society

Zilliant, the leading provider of price optimization and price management software, will co-host with AMR Research, a webinar titled, "Data-driven Price Management - How to Get Started" on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT.

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- Zilliant, the leading provider of price optimization and price management software, will co-host with AMR Research, a webinar titled, "Data-driven Price Management - How to Get Started" on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT.

Price management has become a strategic focus for companies looking to increase the top and the bottom line. John Hagerty, Research Fellow at AMR Research observes "...companies are now turning increased attention to the top line--revenue and price management - as one of the few untapped levers left that can have a dramatic effect on sustainable profit and revenue growth." As companies initiate pricing improvement projects, they also recognize the need to deploy advanced software to capture the full profit improvement potential. The challenge is how and where to begin? The answer, of course, is "it depends."

Join AMR Research Vice President John Hagerty and Zilliant for a discussion on how to frame the options for adopting pricing technology, and evaluate which approach might best fit your situation. Key topics to include:
*AMR's Active Pricing and Profitability Framework - what are the core elements of pricing excellence and how do they relate? How mature are your pricing competencies and what technologies align best with your current capabilities and future goals?
*Customer success stories - how have other B2B companies started the journey? What did they achieve and where are they headed?
*Best practices - top 10 misconceptions about deploying data-driven price optimization and management

At the conclusion of the webinar, you'll have a better understanding of how to define a roll-out and adoption plan that will accelerate and maximize financial impact.
To register for this free Webinar click here:
http://www.pricingsociety.com/webinar_details.asp?WID=164

What:
"Data-driven Price Management - How to Get Started" Webinar

Who:
Zilliant - Eric Hills, Vice President of Marketing
AMR Research - John Hagerty, Research Fellow

When:
Thursday, June 28, 2007, 12:00 p.m. EDT/9:00 a.m. PDT

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

About AMR Research (www.amrresearch.com)
Research and Advice that Matters: AMR Research is the No. 1 advisory firm focused on supply chain, enterprise applications, and infrastructure. Founded in 1986, AMR Research provides advisory services and peer networking opportunities to supply chain and technology professionals in the manufacturing and retail sectors. To learn more about our research and services, visit www.amrresearch.com.

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Kinaxis Introduces Next Generation Response Management to Help Companies Respond More Effectively, Immediately to Volatility in Supply, Customer Demand

Innovations Drive Improved Responsiveness, Collaboration and Risk Management for Increasingly Stressed Global Supply Chains

Ottawa, Canada, (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- Kinaxis™ Inc., the global leader in Response Management solutions that provide visibility and coordinated response to change for manufacturing and fulfillment organizations, today announced RapidResponse 9, the next generation of its market leading Response Management solution.

RapidResponse empowers front-line decision makers to make the tradeoffs and compromises necessary to respond to unexpected events in increasingly volatile global supply and fulfillment networks. Manufacturers value the ability to analyze alternative response actions before making a decision on a major tradeoff. RapidResponse is in use at many of the world's leading global brand owners and eight of the top 10 electronic manufacturing services providers, driving breakthroughs in customer service and operating performance.

"In high-volatility, supply-constrained businesses, the new basis of competition is the ability to
peer faster than your competitors into the black box of multiple planning and execution processes, running offline scenarios that give collective, rapid visibility to financial and service impact of a short list of viable decision alternatives," said supply chain research director Stephen Hochman, in a recent AMR Research article. "The defining vendor in this area, Kinaxis, simply calls the category Response Management. Whichever name you choose, those that develop and deploy this distinct class of capabilities report step-function improvements in cost and time to resolution of high-visibility judgment calls."

RapidResponse 9 includes the following innovations:

Compress Time to Resolution Through Proactive Event Monitoring and Alerting

RapidResponse 9 introduces new event-based monitoring and alerting capabilities that allow users to recognize and respond to business exceptions and opportunities in real-time to drive greater efficiency of business operations
Response Management requires rapid action in the face of frequent unexpected changes in demand, supply and product. With RapidResponse 9, users are driven by exceptions rather than inspection, allowing all RapidResponse users to know when unexpected events occur sooner and fostering more rapid resolution to problemsUsers can easily create their own alerts (e.g., notify me if any orders are going to be more than 2 days late, or notify me if our on-time delivery % drops below 95%) and define when and how they would like to be alerted

RapidResponse 9 Message Center centralizes all alert management and viewing

Respond Faster and More Accurately by Quickly Engaging the Right People

Response Management empowers people to respond quickly and accurately to unexpected change by making the right tradeoffs, compromises and course corrections. In a global, distributed organization, decisions are often made without fully understanding their impact or tapping into the right people that have the domain expertise to determine the best course of action. RapidResponse 9 introduces a breakthrough in people-centered collaboration with RapidResponse TeamForm™
RapidResponse TeamForm automatically detects who in the organization would be impacted by or could provide insight to a proposed action, ensuring the right people are quickly engaged in formulating responses. By quickly engaging the right people, response times are shortened and actions more accurate
As action teams are formed to collaborate, conduct "what-if" analysis and respond, contextual information is shared with each team member so they can quickly contribute. And, as dispersed action teams collaborate and determine the best action to take, commitments are tracked so everyone understands the course corrections being made

Reduce Supply Chain Risk by Monitoring and Avoiding Inventory Liability

In an outsourced manufacturing environment inventory is often shared between multiple parties. In today's heavily regulated financial reporting environment, inventory liability is a material supply chain risk between brand owners and contract manufacturers. The root cause of inventory liability claims is change
RapidResponse Inventory Liability Manager 9, an optional application, integrates the proactive management of inventory liability directly into the Response Management process. Inventory Liability Manager allows both brand owners and contract manufacturers to proactively monitor and measure liability exposure using waterfall charts and reports to understand the impact of proposed response actions
Inventory Liability Manager 9 stores historical inventory data allowing organizations to report on and conduct comparative analysis of inventory exposure. It also includes the ability to track high-water mark liability to determine the level of liability of a component within its lead time
Using supply contracts, brand owners and contract manufacturers can easily determine liability at the purchased part with minimal data required. Using demand contracts, brand owners and contract manufacturers can determine liability to the component part

Existing systems are not meeting the market need for dynamic flexibility. RapidResponse extends the capabilities of Enterprise Resource Planning systems and transcends Advanced Planning Systems, which are not geared for high-value business tradeoffs that require human intervention. Spreadsheets are used frequently but lack the required scalability, become quickly dated and result in multiple versions of the truth. Business Intelligence systems are not real-time in nature and are structured for insight rather than execution.

"The drive toward perfectly optimized forecasts and supply plans is no longer enough to support complex global supply chains - responding to change has become the new operating paradigm with demand-driven leaders and a competitive necessity for all," said Randy Littleson, vice president of marketing at Kinaxis. "RapidResponse 9 connects myriad internal and external systems to allow for rapid sensing and resolution of major business tradeoffs and significantly raises the bar with innovations that drive faster, collaborative response that balance opportunity and risk."

RapidResponse 9 will be available globally by the end of this month.

About Kinaxis
Kinaxis delivers an on-demand Response Management service for visibility and coordination to drive rapid response to constant change across global supply and fulfillment networks, resulting in breakthroughs in customer service and operating performance. Kinaxis RapidResponse combines multi-enterprise visibility, collaborative "what-if" analysis and rapid decision support to empower front-line manufacturing and fulfillment teams to take quick and effective action when faced with constant changes in demand, supply and product. Global leaders such as Casio, Honeywell, Jabil, Raytheon, Solectron and Benchmark Electronics use Kinaxis RapidResponse to empower their supply networks with superior responsiveness and gain competitive advantage. 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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Solar Innovations Announces Unique Maintenance-Free Skylights

Solar Innovations, a custom manufacturer of sloped glazing products and versatile line of operable doors and windows, announces unique, maintenance free skylights. This maintenance-free aluminum exterior together with decorative wood interior options is not offered by any other skylight manufacturer.

Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- Solar Innovations, a custom manufacturer of sloped glazing products, announces unique, maintenance free skylights. This maintenance free aluminum exterior together with decorative wood interior options is not offered by any other skylight manufacturer. From a simple double pitch or flat skylight to a segmented barrel vault or true radius dome skylight, Solar Innovations creates a limitless range of customized maintenance free skylight alternatives.

Solar Innovations offers skylights in a 7" wood system. "These systems are maintenance free aluminum on the exterior with either a solid wood or wood laminate interior". Standard wood options include solid mahogany and Southern Yellow Pine laminate. Upon special request, laminates of Western Red Cedar, Spanish Cedar (straight eave applications only), and Douglas Fir are also available. Solar Innovations' advanced aluminum weep control system carries water and condensation away from the wood, ensuring the safety of the interior wood application. The potential of Solar Innovations' wood interior systems is limitless, with the addition of decorative trim and other accessories. Solar Innovations will prepare the wood surfaces for final finishing with a protective water based sealer that minimizes damage and discoloration during delivery and installation. Final sanding and finishing is to be completed by the purchaser. It is the customer's responsibility to properly maintain the finish on the wood to preserve the warranty of the skylight. Solar Innovations does not recommend using the decorative wood interior option for skylights installed in high humidity environments, especially rooms that are used in pool and spa or greenhouse applications.

An expert in skylight design, Solar Innovations will work with you or, if you choose, your architect, contractor, or dealer to help you create the perfect maintenance free skylight to meet your needs. Solar Innovations will match glass panels, size, roof pitch, colors and accessories to create a unique focal point or to seamlessly blend into the surrounding architecture. Solar Innovations applies the same high standards and strict structural requirements in our residential products as we do in our high-end commercial systems. The systems may not always have the lowest initial cost, but the products are superior in quality, saving costly repairs and replacements in the future.

Solar Innovations, based in Myerstown, PA, is a custom manufacturer of aluminum glazed structures. For more information on Solar Innovations' product line, including skylights, conservatories, greenhouses, sunrooms, folding glass walls, sliding doors and windows, and much more, contact Solar at (800) 618-0669.

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New Construction Projects Up For Bid in the Miami, FL Area

BidClerk.com's report of commercial construction projects planning to go out for bid and start construction within the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following commercial construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Miami, FL area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Miami, FL - Home Depot #6882, 8400 Coral Way, 100,000-square-foot national chain retail store, August 2007, $8 million. Project ID: 619426

Doral, FL - Residence Inn, 3959 NW 79th Ave., 160-room hotel, September 2007, $10 million. Project ID: 621996

Miami, FL - Dolphin Mall Luxury Theatre, 11471 NW 12th St., 20,000-square-foot cinema, August 2007, $2.5 million. Project ID: 612054

Miami Beach, FL - 301 Miami Beach, Pine Terrace Drive and W 42nd Street, 50-unit condominium building, October 2007, $8 million. Project ID: 612131

Miami Beach, FL - Lincoln Road Plaza, 1111 Lincoln Ln., 11,000-foot commercial building, August 2007, $1.5 million. Project ID: 556027

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

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BidClerk.com Reports Construction Projects Up For Bid in Atlanta, GA

BidClerk's daily update of bidding construction projects in the Atlanta, GA area.

(PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following construction projects are planning to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days in the Atlanta area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Atlanta, GA - Rames Properties, 4828 Ashford-Dunwoody Road, 20,250-square-foot office building, August 2007, $2 million. Project ID: 622761

Atlanta, GA - Serrano, Roswell Road., 150-unit condominium complex, July 2007, $17.5 million. Project ID: 607066

Atlanta, GA - W Hotel, 188 14th St.., hotel remodel, August 2007, $20 million. Project ID: 615561

Alpharetta, GA - Child Neurology Associates, 3300 Old Milton Pkwy, 2,831-square-foot clinic renovation, July 2007, $400,000. Project ID: 624959

Marietta, GA - Texaco, 2246 Austell Road, 4,500-square-foot service station, July 2007, $700,000. Project ID: 624403

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

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Danaher Motion and Sky-Trax Collaborate to Provide World's First AGV-Forklift Collision Avoidance System

Innovative Sky-Trax Indoor Positioning System™ to Avert Collisions between Automatic Guided Vehicles and Forklift Trucks. Sky-Trax Inc. (Sky-Trax) announced today that it has formed a strategic relationship with Danaher Motion of Saro, Sweden to jointly develop and market the world's first Indoor Collision Avoidance System (ICAS) for industrial vehicles. The companies will strategically align their respective technologies and marketing efforts to address the growing number of costly accidents AGV's incur when struck by free roaming forklift trucks and other mobile industrial equipment. Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGV's), forklift trucks, and other free-roaming or guided vehicles will be equipped with Sky-Trax Indoor Positioning System™ (IPS), the highly accurate navigation system developed by Sky-Trax.

New Castle, DE (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- Sky-Trax Inc. (Sky-Trax) announced today that it has formed a strategic relationship with Danaher Motion of Saro, Sweden to jointly develop and market the world's first Indoor Collision Avoidance System (ICAS) for industrial vehicles.

The companies will strategically align their respective technologies and marketing efforts to address the growing number of costly accidents AGV's incur when struck by free roaming forklift trucks and other mobile industrial equipment. By design, AGV's are precise in their execution of instructions, such as route, speed, and direction. It is the random nature of free-roaming vehicles such as forklift trucks, that cause concern not only for AGV damage, but for personnel safety and lost productivity. Also the overall route planning for the AGVs are improved thanks to the knowledge of the location of the forklift trucks.

"We look forward to introducing this technology as a means of enhancing operations in mixed manned and unmanned environments.", said Jonas Rahm, Director of Engineering for Danaher Motion.

Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGV's), forklift trucks, and other free-roaming or guided vehicles will be equipped with Sky-Trax Indoor Positioning System™ (IPS), the highly accurate navigation system developed by Sky-Trax. IPS determines each vehicle's precise position and instantaneously broadcasts it to other vehicles in order to forewarn drivers or AGV navigation systems of impending collisions.

"We believe the global reach of the Danaher Motion brand and their leadership in driving innovation makes them an ideal technology partner for utilizing IPS technology into material handling safety applications. Early feedback from customers indicated this solution will be eagerly embraced in modern material handling operations worldwide" said Larry Mahan, Sky-Trax President.

The capital costs of repairing or replacing AGV's disabled by collision are typically dwarfed by supply-chain disruption to warehouse operations. Together, Danaher Motion and Sky-Trax will endeavor to greatly reduce these costs and improve employee safety.

About Danaher Motion:
Danaher Motion is a leading global manufacturer of motion control products that improve the efficiency and productivity of complex manufacturing operations. Danaher Motion's product innovations have been revolutionising the motion control industry through trusted brand names including Kollmorgen, Thomson and Dover. Danaher Motion's co-ordinated precision technology is used within a wide range of industrial contexts, including in semiconductors and robotics, aeronautics and medical engineering as well as in the mobile off highway, plastics and packaging industries. Further information is available at: Danaher Motion

About Sky-Trax Inc.:
Sky-Trax develops revolutionary inch-accurate tracking systems for warehouse vehicles. Safety and productivity applications employing IPS are economical and practical to deploy, allowing warehouse professionals to substantially increase safety and improve warehouse efficiency. The results are fewer safety incidents, much lower operating costs and greater throughput. For more information, please visit Sky-Trax

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M3 Planning Announces System Enhancements to Award-winning Business Tool

Award-winning Strategic Planning Software Debuts Execution Module

Reno, NV (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- M3 Planning, a nationwide leader in on-demand strategic planning services, announced the launch today of the latest version of its award-winning online strategic planning software system which now includes an execution module.

With significant improvements to the plan development module in recent months and the much-anticipated launch of the execution module this week, MyStrategicPlan is the most robust strategic planning tool on the market. The system creates strategic alignment with cascading goals, individual action plans and one-click reporting, and the new dashboards feature at-a-glance tracking that identifies goals and action items as completed, pending, or overdue.

While the company developed MyStrategicPlan specifically for organizations with less than 150 employees, it is a cost-effective solution for anyone who wants to develop and execute their business strategy with a plan that can be executed and not just sit on a shelf. The system is interactive and dynamic so the result is a living, breathing plan - a guide that allows you to keep your finger on the pulse of your strategy throughout the year.

Often overcomplicated by jargon, competing semantics and costly, professional strategic planners, strategic planning, in reality, is a business concept that is useful to all businesses and organizations no matter the size or resources. According to the 2006 M3 Planning Strategy Benchmark of 280 firms in the United States, businesses that use strategic planning are 12 percent more profitable, and of those firms whose top management had a high commitment to execute strategic planning, 80 percent reported that their sales volume increased during that year.

MyStrategicPlan was awarded the 2007 Web Marketing Association's annual Internet Advertising Competition award for Best Application Service Provider Interactive Application and was a previous Standard of Excellence award winner.

M3 Planning is committed to breaking down the barriers and demystifying the strategic planning process and has established itself as a source for everything related to strategic planning process. In addition to their award-winning software, the company also offers strategic planning consulting and is a resource for other strategic planning tools, books, articles, workshops, and strategic planning facilitations.

M3 Planning is a strategic planning firm that works with growth-oriented organizations to develop and execute their strategic plans. Strategic planning helps you pave the most direct path towards your vision while driving growth and saving you time and money. For more information please visit www.m3planning.com or www.mystrategicplan.com. To schedule an interview, or request book copies please contact Matthew Kennard at (775) 747-7407

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New Belgium Brewing Opens New Bottling and Packaging Facility

Plant uses new cool tools to double bottling capacity.

Ft. Collins, CO (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- This Thursday, June 21, New Belgium Brewing will cut the ribbon on a new $26 million bottling and packaging facility that doubles its bottling capacity using innovative technology and green building techniques.

The new 55,000 square foot building can fill and cap 700 bottles a minute and will be able to produce up to 850,000 barrels a year.

“Our new packaging hall will help us meet the growing demand for Fat Tire and our other Belgian-style beers,” said Jim Spencer, director of engineering at New Belgium. “The new hall has been a labor of love and it puts us firmly in the forefront of beer packaging innovation.”

The facility incorporates several cool tools that will increase bottling efficiency and production, including:

A state of the art electronic filler—the first of its kind in the United States—that uses an electronic sensor to gauge precisely when a bottle has been topped to perfection.
A robotic case palletizer, nicknamed “Tetris,” that stacks cases safely and precisely on pallets for distribution across the West.
Innovative loose-case packing equipment that wraps bottles snugly to prevent damage during delivery.
The entire line is monitored and controlled by computer, enabling New Belgium employees to provide superior quality control every step of the way.

“We are making sure that every bottle of New Belgium beer gets the same care and attention during the bottling process that our brewers give it during the brewing process,” said Spencer.

Consistent with New Belgium’s business practices, the new facility also incorporates several green building and energy conservation measures, including:

Skylights, solar tubes and windows are the primary light source for daytime illumination. Lighting controls optimize the use of high efficiency T-5 lights and daylighting.
Water used to rinse the insides of bottles is reused on the final exterior rinse and provides the water for the vacuum-pump seal.
The HVAC system features displacement-ventilation technology and direct/indirect cooling. The system is Freon free and its cooling towers utilize innovative technology to treat water without chemicals.
The sidewalk around the facility is made from a porous concrete, landscaping utilizes xeriscape principles, and site lighting eliminates lighting pollution.
Parking in front of the building is reserved for carpools, alternative vehicles and bicycles.

“As New Belgium grows, it is important we stay committed to what truly matters,” said Spencer. “Environmental sustainability is a core value at New Belgium and so it is very important to everyone that this new building has a green design.”

The expansion comes on the heels of an 18% increase in sales last year, when New Belgium sold approximately 437,000 barrels of beer New Belgium has experienced double-digit growth every year since its inception in 1991. Currently, New Belgium is the 3rd largest craft-brewer in the United States.

About New Belgium Brewing Company
New Belgium Brewing Company, makers of Fat Tire Amber Ale and a host of Belgian-inspired beers, began operations in a tiny Fort Collins basement in 1991. Today, the third largest craft brewer in the U.S., New Belgium produces six year-round beers; Fat Tire Amber Ale, Sunshine Wheat, Blue Paddle Pilsner, 1554 Black Ale, Abbey and Trippel, as well as a host of seasonal releases. In addition to producing world-class beers, New Belgium takes pride in being a responsible corporate role model with progressive programs such as employee ownership, open book management and a commitment to environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.newbelgium.com.

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QSI Offers a New White Paper Analyzing the Build Versus Buy Decision in Regards to Human Machine Interface Terminals

QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged human machine interface terminals, offers a free white paper, "Rugged Operator Interfaces: Build versus Buy". The paper addresses questions related to building a human machine interface solution in-house or buying a third-party HMI.

Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- Any manufacturer of complex machines or vehicles that include a human machine interface (HMI) must face a crucial decision: should you build your own human machine interface or should you buy these vital components ready-made or customized from an outside source? QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged human machine interface terminals, addresses this important issue in the white paper, "Rugged Operator Interfaces: Build versus Buy". This free white paper provides readers with pros and cons to tough questions to consider when deciding whether to build a human machine interface solution in-house or buy a third-party HMI:

-Is developing the necessary hardware and software in-house the most cost-effective solution?
-Is such an engineering project consistent with your core competencies?
-Do your engineers have the time to develop these devices in house?
-Have you calculated the opportunity costs involved?
-Will a commercially available product line provide the features and operating reliability you require at a return on investment (ROI) you can afford?
-How will you ensure required features are present in a third party solution?
-Can you trust the quality and reliability of the end product?
-What are the real risk factors involved in developing in house?
-What are the real costs?
-Is your company ready to take on the expense and logistics required for testing and for compliance with industrial and regulatory requirements, troubleshooting and repair?
-How will you handle on-going product development in the face of ever increasing electronic component obsolescence?

"It is important for companies to consider their core competencies before taking on a project such as building a rugged HMI," said Jim Elwell, Chief Operations Officer for QSI Corporation. "It can be very expensive and time consuming for a company to take on a design and development project for which it does not have the expertise and tools to complete efficiently."

Individuals interested in attaining a free copy of "Rugged Operator Interfaces: Build versus Buy" may download the document at http://www.qsicorp.com/support/whitepaper/.

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

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TEKLYNX Introduces BACKTRACK 5.0 Asset and Inventory Tracking Software: New Version Supports Additional Databases and Mobile Devices

TEKLYNX® International, the world's leading developer of software products for the AIDC marketplace, today introduced BACKTRACK® 5.0 - the latest version of its comprehensive asset and inventory tracking software system. The new version enhances several capabilities, including database integration and support for Microsoft Windows-based mobile devices from several leading suppliers.

Milwaukee (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- TEKLYNX® International, the world's leading developer of software products for the AIDC marketplace, today introduced BACKTRACK® 5.0 - the latest version of its comprehensive asset and inventory tracking software system. The new version enhances several capabilities, including database integration and support for Microsoft Windows-based mobile devices from several leading suppliers.

"BACKTRACK asset and inventory tracking software is an integral part of TEKLYNX' overall AIDC offerings," stated David Pettiford, TEKLYNX global product marketing manager. "This version ties even more tightly to our other products, including CODESOFT®, LABELVIEW™, and LABEL MATRIX®, while the mobility portion of BACKTRACK is powered by IDEAM™, our industry-leading mobile application development software."

Major enhancements include:

Additional database support: Adding to its support of Microsoft Visual FoxPro, BACKTRACK now shares data with Microsoft SQL Server 2000, SQL Server 2005, SQL Express 2005 and Microsoft Access.

Supports all TEKLYNX label design programs: BACKTRACK can now create and print labels using CODESOFT, LABELVIEW and LABEL MATRIX label design software packages (Version 8.0 and higher).

Expanded support for mobile scanning devices: BACKTRACK continues to support legacy DOS-based portable data terminals (PDTs) and adds support for Windows mobile-based devices from Compsee, Denso, Opticon, Symbol and others. A complete list of supported devices is available at: www.teklynx.com/backtrack.

BACKTRACK 5.0 also supports the export of tracking data in HTML format and offers enhanced password protection options. BACKTRACK 5.0 is available immediately from TEKLYNX direct resellers. For more information, visit http://www.teklynx.com/products/data/backtrack_detail.html.

About TEKLYNX
TEKLYNX International is the leading software developer of AIDC products including software for label design, host connectivity, and data collection. Its software products feature the widest range of device and driver support in the industry. TEKLYNX is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and has connectivity relationships with multiple ERP software providers. Over 400,000 companies in 120 countries rely on its integrated software solutions for supply chain automation, warehouse management, shipping and receiving, inventory control and asset management. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee with operations in the United States, Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore. More information on TEKLYNX International is available at www.teklynx.com.

NOTE TO EDITORS: TEKLYNX, BACKTRACK, CODESOFT, LABELVIEW, LABEL MATRIX and IDEAM are trademarks or registered trademarks of Braton Groupe sarl or its affiliated companies. All other brands and product names are the trademarks of their respective owners.

AIDC--Automatic Identification and Data Capture
HTML--Hypertext Markup Language
ERP--Enterprise Resource Planning

EDITORS - For further information:

TEKLYNX
Melissa Utschig
TEKLYNX International
414-535-6223

TEKLYNX Media
Sandy McLaughlin
Soucy Communications Group
781-898-7305

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ALine's Laminate Fabrication Process provides Unique Solution for Small Angle X-Ray Scattering Sample Cells Used to Determine Protein Structure in Solution

Custom Protein Sample Cell, developed for Cornell's MacCHESS Facility Researchers, combines improved throughput with ease of use. An important and new technique in protein structure determination is made possible with Small Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS).

Redondo Beach, CA (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- An important and new technique in protein structure determination is made possible with Small Angle X-Ray Scattering (SAXS). Its application is increasing exponentially, and provides a powerful tool which, when used in combination with other techniques, allows elucidation and correlation of the functional and structural domains of different classes of proteins and protein complexes in solution. The tedious task of filling and sealing precious samples of concentrated protein was simplified with an easy-to-use cell designed and developed by ALine (http://www.alineinc.com) in collaboration with Cornell University.

"We had wonderful results with the SAXS cells you recently designed with Nozomi Ando; a paper has already been published," remarked Dr. Gillilan, staff scientist for the MacCHESS Facility at Cornell about the sample cell. Dr. Gillilan further noted, "Your adhesive laminate [used to bond the mica film is the main reason the cells have worked so well for us."

Dr. Leanna Levine, CEO and Founder of ALine, commented, "These custom cells are another example of the advantage our fabrication platform has in providing researchers and product developers a unique bio micro solution that is either impossible or prohibitively expensive to accomplish any other way. In this case the added functionality of the pressure sensitive adhesive on the top and the bottom of the cell eliminated the messy and error-prone step of manually gluing a thin mica Xray window film to the cell. ALine's transparent polymer laminate layers also aided the research team in filling the devices with their protein solution samples."

ALine's customized bio micro cell, pictured here, measures 0.5" in diameter, with an approx 2.5 mm opening in the center. The channel leading from the outer edge to the center is used for sample introduction with a blunt end syringe needle, and the notches on either side permit easy handling with a tweezers for insertion into the synchrotron.

Using ALine's batch fabrication process, 500 cells were manufactured in a single run. The up-coming fabrication run will incorporate design changes to make sample introduction easier, highlighting the flexibility of ALine's unique laser patterned, polymer laminate fabrication platform that naturally accommodates further customization without additional investments in unnecessarily expensive re-tooling, common to other manufacturing methods.

The paper, reporting results with ALine's " 'homemade' cuvette of a plastic micromachined disk" with its precision bio- micro-fluidic technology, was published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, and is referenced here. J Biol Chem. 2006 December 15; 281(50): 38122-38126.
http://www.jbc.org/cgi/content/full/281/50/38122

About ALine:
Aline is a leading supplier of high functionality bio micro solutions to biological, healthcare, chemical, environmental, instrumentation and research markets. ALines's website is http://www.alineinc.com

Press Contact:
Dr. Leanna Levine
310-707-8575

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BlueStar and Fluensee Ink Distribution Deal

Fluensee is entering into a strategic distribution partnership with BlueStar. Beginning this month, BlueStar will offer Fluensee's new AssetTrack Express software to its wide base of value-added resellers.

Denver and Florence, KY (PRWEB) June 19, 2007 -- RFID-enabled asset management and supply chain solution provider Fluensee is entering into a strategic partnership with BlueStar, a leading distributor of Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility and RFID products. Beginning this month, BlueStar will offer Fluensee's new AssetTrack Express software separately or as the main component of an entry-level RFID starter kit.

By adding Fluensee's AssetTrack Express software to its line card, BlueStar is helping its network of resellers capitalize on the increasing adoption of RFID technology to track assets for a wide array of businesses and industries. As an entry-level offering, AssetTrack Express makes it easy for resellers to begin selling RFID-based solutions; or it can round out the books for resellers already involved with RFID.

"AssetTrack Express is a phenomenal foundation for comprehensive RFID starter kits that we can simply configure to meet our resellers' needs, alleviating them from the burden of building RFID-based asset-management solutions on their own," said Steve Cuntz, President and CEO of BlueStar. "With AssetTrack Express, we're giving resellers an easy avenue to take full advantage of this growing market and expand their customer base."

Fluensee's AssetTrack Express is sophisticated, yet simple, RFID-enabled software designed to manage valuable assets. BlueStar is packaging AssetTrack Express into complete RFID starter kits that also include RFID tags and readers, as well as accessories like RFID printers. For resellers interested in fashioning their own kits, BlueStar will sell AssetTrack Express separately.

"Whether a company wants to track IT equipment, furniture, raw materials or any other imaginable asset, AssetTrack Express can automate the process, greatly diminishing the need for labor or the possibility of human error," said Fluensee CEO Tim Harvie. "AssetTrack Express is a true business solution that overcomes the cost and complexity of stereotypes previously associated with RFID technology, and we're confident the channel will find it a valuable addition to their solution portfolio."

AssetTrack Express software is easy to install and configure, enabling businesses to get up and running within one day. The software works with nearly any RFID hardware and can be simply integrated into an existing infrastructure. It helps businesses start exploiting RFID's many uses, such as monitoring, planning and tracking asset movement, and using analytical reports to improve asset utilization.

Resellers can purchase Fluensee's AssetTrack Express from BlueStar by calling 800-354-9776 or by visiting BlueStar's website at www.bluestarinc.com.

About Fluensee
Fluensee's RFID-enabled asset tracking and supply chain management solutions improve the visibility, accuracy, security and utilization of a company's mobile and fixed assets. Its end-to-end solutions combine highly configurable and patented software and implementation services with hardware from leading RFID, barcode, GPS and sensor technology providers. Fluensee's solutions include its entry-level AssetTrack Express™ and enterprise-class AssetTrack™, along with the Fluensee Yard™, Dock™ and Fleet™ supply chain applications that are designed to efficiently manage assets in transportation and distribution environments. All of Fluensee's solutions are platform and hardware agnostic. Fluensee is a privately held company headquartered in Englewood, Colorado. For more information, visit www.fluensee.com.

About BlueStar
BlueStar is a leading solutions-based distributor of point-of-sale, bar coding, data collection, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), and wireless mobility products. BlueStar works exclusively with VAR Partners, providing them with complete solutions at competitive prices. The company brings unequaled expertise to the market, offers award-winning technical support and is an authorized service center for a growing number of manufacturers. For more information about BlueStar, please contact a BlueStar Account Executive or log on to www.bluestarinc.com.

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Measuring the Future: ATAGO Multi-Wavelength Refractometers Now Available

It is now possible to measure the unmeasurable with an ATAGO multi-wavelength Abbe refractometer

Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) June 18, 2007 -- ATAGO refractometers are known throughout the world for their quality and precision. The celebrated company is the sole manufacturer to offer a multi-wavelength abbe refractometer. They are the only instruments of their kind with the new technology that allows the capacity to measure liquid and solid samples at multiple wavelengths, making them a valuable investment for higher functioning laboratories: these sophisticated refractometers are capable of measuring at any chosen wavelength from an impressively wide range of 450 to 1,550nm.

"This innovative instrumentation provides a long-sought solution for companies that have previously been unable to verify the refractive index of specific samples, by breaking the barrier of traditional sodium D-line measurements," said Frank Young, Marketing Manager. "Operators can now measure samples at wavelengths invisible to the human eye, with the Near-Infrared Ray Viewer."

The applications for this type of refractometer are myriad. For example, cosmetic companies require measurements at multiple wavelengths to check the quality of the silicone and esters they use in their products. These ingredients are imperative to the effectiveness of the sunscreens in the cosmetics, and testing at multiple wavelengths ensures that the product can block the different wavelengths of UV rays that attack skin cells and cause cancer.

Certain polymer film samples may have composition such that their refractive index cannot be determined at 589nm, the standard wavelength of measurement available on most Abbe refractometers. A multi-wavelength refractometer allows the user to choose the wavelength most appropriate for their sample, and carry out measurements to successfully determine the refractive index of their film.

Other applications for ATAGO's exclusive multi-wavelength refractometers can be found in telecommunications, homeland security, and defense and security.

Features:
- Measure in refractive index (nD) or Abbe number (vd or ve)
- Wide refractive index ranges! Examples using ATAGO's DR-M4/1550:

Wavelength 1,550nm: 1.4215 - 1.8214
Wavelength 1,100nm: 1.4304 - 1.8303
Wavelength 680nm: 1.4558 - 1.8557
Wavelength 589nm: 1.4700 - 1.8700
Wavelength 450nm: 1.5164 - 1.9164
Many additional ranges and wavelengths available
- Measurement accuracy +/- 0.0002 nD (with the included test piece at 589nm)
- Optional near-infrared viewer for non-visible spectrums
- Digital LCD for simple determination of measurement value
- Sample temperature control options available

ATAGO's multi-wavelength refractometers are available in several different models to fully cover the possible sample applications for which the instruments may be used. There is a near-infrared viewer available for samples that fall outside the visible spectrum. The capabilities of these instruments surpass the technology previously available, and increase the possibilities and opportunities for research and development departments everywhere.

For more information on multi-wavelength refractometers and other ATAGO instrumentation, please contact any ATAGO customer service representative via e-mail or call toll free 1-877-ATAGO-USA (1-877-282-4687). Complete product information and literature downloads can be obtained at: www.atago.net.

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Small Business Confidence Indexes Rise In Three Key US Industries; Owners Plan to Increase Hiring During Next 12 Months SBRB Reports

Outlook for Construction / Contracting, Manufacturing, Food Industries improved during second quarter says SBRB report prepared in conjunction with International Profit Associates.

NORTHFIELD, Ill. (BusinessWire EON) June 18, 2007 -- The Small Business Research Board (SBRB) reported today that the outlook for small businesses in three key U.S. industry categories has improved from the previous quarter and that the majority of owners are predicting hiring to increase during the next 12 months.

The SBRB Small Business Confidence Index (SBCI) for businesses in construction and contracting, manufacturing and the food industries all showed increases from the previous quarter according to a report issued here today co-sponsored by International Profit Associates (IPA). The higher SBCI tabulations in all three categories were driven by sharply increased plans for hiring -- even though concerns were expressed about the strength of the U.S. economy.

Overall, the SBCI for the construction and contracting industry was the only one of the three key segments to exceed the index for all US small businesses.

The SBCI for the construction and contracting industry rose to 48 during the second quarter of 2007 as compared to the 43.4 reported during the previous period. The higher construction and contracting SBCI resulted entirely from plans for increased hiring over the next 12 months. A full 50% of the respondents indicated they will increase hiring compared to 31.1% that were prepared to make that commitment during the first quarter. Respondents said they were prepared to add staff despite showing a slight drop in their opinion about the strength of the economy. Fewer businesses in this category also are projecting revenue increases.

The construction and contracting SBCI, by comparison, was two points higher than the overall US SBCI of 46 during the quarter. (The US SBCI also posted an increase during the quarter up from the previously recorded 40.78.) The construction and contracting industry also was higher than the SBCI tabulations for the manufacturing industry of 40.33 and the food industry SBCI, which also were 40.33. Both were slight increases from the prior quarter.

Manufacturing business share concern about the outlook for the economy, but the majority are now expecting their revenues to improve over the next 12 months. Moreover, 33% of the respondents believe they will increase hiring during that period, as opposed to 23.3% in the previous period.

Food industry respondents were the most pessimistic about the economy and showed the biggest drop in percentage of businesses which expect revenues to increase (48% down from 55.1%). However, 40% are planning to add staff, up from 24.4%.

“It appears that companies are going to place tremendous pressure on existing employees and new hires to meet their goals during the next 12 months,” said Gregg M. Steinberg, President of IPA. “We can expect businesses to introduce and expand training programs for all employees as the principal means for increasing productivity.”

More than 770 small business owners participated in the nationwide poll. The universe of participants is developed from among small businesses across the United States. The SBRB study is a voluntary survey conducted quarterly.

The Small Business Research Board ascertains and reports the opinions of small business owners and managers on a wide variety of topics related to their own businesses as well as national and international issues that may impact their operations. The SBRB conducts these studies for the benefit of small business owners and managers. The SBRB also provides opportunities for third parties to gain real time insight into the attitudes of small businesses nationwide through the independently conducted research.

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

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

SBRB INDUSTRY COMPARISONS May/June 2007 vs. Prior Quarter

ALL Construction/ Food Manufacturing
US Contracting

SBRB
(current) 46 48 40.3 40.3

Prior
SBCI 40.78 43.4 38.03 37.0






Economy 43 42.0 33 36
Improving

Prior 40.07 43.4 34.6 40.0






Revenues
To Increase
58 52 48 52


Prior 53.71 55.7 55.1 47.8







Hiring
To Increase
37 50 40 33


Prior 28.71 31.1 24.4 23.3

Copyright 2007 Small Business Research Board (SBRB)

For more information about this poll, results of previous studies or other matters related to the SBRB, please contact Raymond D. Minkus, (847) 441-4192.

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Insurance Consultant Develops Services to Assist Small Business

Assistance is being provided to small businesses looking to address insurance needs and assess their exposure to risk. Recognizing the need for Small Businesses to properly assess their risks and exposures while at the same time obtain objective advice on how to obtain proper coverage and appropriate pricing, Premier Risk Management LLC has developed what they refer to as the "Bucket of Services for Small Business" as a way to address that need. Such continuing innovations have allowed Premier Risk Management LLC to provide its clients with the best advice and counsel on how to protect their business assets from risk at the least possible cost.

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (PRWEB) June 18, 2007 -- Insurance coverage reviews and insurance program marketing assistance are just two of the many services included in the "Bucket of Service for Small Business" currently offered through Premier Risk Management LLC, a forward-thinking company that is, again, revolutionizing the industry of insurance consulting by providing these types of services to small business.

"Whether a company is large, small, publicly held or something in between the issue at hand remains the same, the purchase of insurance has become extremely complex and businesses at every level need assistance with making proper choices in protecting their business assets. That's where we come in," says R. Scott Wolff, CIC, CRIS and Premier Risk Management LLC partner for the firm. "The key to what we provide is a process and objectivity. We have scaled down the best practices methods we utilize when we evaluate insurance and risk management issues for larger organizations to apply to smaller businesses. By doing so it makes it more affordable for smaller companies to gain access to quality insurance consulting services to obtain the objectivity they need and comfort with the protection program they deserve. Small businesses are the ones that can least afford a coverage gap or deficiency, they just don't have the balance sheet to support it."

"What Premier Risk Management strives to do is bring a value first approach to each and every client. This generally translates into saving the client time, money and potential heartache in the case of an uncovered claim or something along those lines. Clients are surprised to learn what their insurance program actually does and doesn't do. There is no coverage for everything, but getting direction on what should and shouldn't be according to a client's type of business is a great start, especially when there is no salesman involved."

Recently, Premier Risk Management LLC has updated their web site available at www.premierriskmgt.com that provides numerous in-depth articles and tips based on such topics as "Business Income Tips," "Contractor Tips," "Safety Awareness," "Uniformity," "Importance of Insurance Due Diligence," "Loss Control" and much more.

Potential clients can also sign up for a free newsletter that offers tip and suggestions on a variety of important insurance & risk management topics. This newsletter is distributed to clients as part of their service to keep them informed and abreast of important topics.

In addition to this, Premier Risk Management offers numerous other services. To see all of them, too many to list here, visit www.premierriskmgt.com.

About Premier Risk Management:
Premier Risk Management LLC is a company that consists of a team of highly qualified insurance consultants and advisers. Its mission is simple: to give the client the best advice and counsel on how to protect their business assets from risk at the least possible cost. It does this by developing creative and well thought-out insurance and risk management strategies and solutions, and does not sell insurance. Obligation, fidelity and loyalty go 100 percent to the client, meaning the firm is completely objective and unbiased in the advice it provides those clients.

About R. Scott Wolff:
R. Scott Wolff, CIC, CRIS, is a Premier Risk Management, LLC partner. He has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry and possesses an extremely wide range of insurance and risk management knowledge. Wolff's areas of concentration are in real estate, construction, manufacturing, retail/wholesale distribution, hospitals, non-profit organizations and technology. He is well versed in property and casualty coverage along with directors and officers, errors and omissions, intellectual property, new media and Internet related coverage. He has been recognized by the Professional Insurance Agents Association and received an award for Outstanding Achievement. He attended Vale Technical School, for claim and loss technical training; the IRM School for Fire Safety and Protection; the Royal Insurance Underwriting School, Sitkins Producer Training, Miller-Heiman Strategic/Conceptual Selling and the National Council for Insurance Marketing. He also holds a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation along with the Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation and currently is enrolled in the Certified Risk Manager (CRM) designation program and is a member of the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management (ASHRM).

Media Contact:
R. Scott Wolff, CIC, CRIS
Premier Risk Management
www.premierriskmgt.com
201-727-1119
swolff @ premierriskmgt.com

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CRMToday.com Survey Reveals Contact Tracking Management Key to CRM Strategy

CRMToday.com recently conducted a survey revealing that a significant number of visitors are looking for contact tracking and management functionality in their CRM. Finding a CRM application that meets expectations can be challenging, and CRMToday.com is a leading online resource that provides up-to-date industry information on customer relationship management.

(PRWEB) June 18, 2007 -- CRMToday.com, a top business-to-business online resource, recently found that 22 percent of visitors to the site are looking for contact tracking and management in their CRM applications. In 2001 Stamford consulting firm Gartner reported that 55 percent of CRM projects failed to meet corporate expectations.

CRM applications have evolved constantly over the past ten years, showing tremendous improvements in functionality, but Bob Thompson, founder of CRMguru.com, says that even today about one-third of customer relationship management projects "miss the mark." The fact that 22 percent of respondents to CRMToday.com's survey are looking for contact tracking and management reveals the importance CRM strategy has on the bottom line, as sales and marketing strategies can quickly fail due to poor data management and contact tracking (http://www.crmtoday.com).

In another CRMToday.com survey, 43 percent of respondents indicated that the greatest hurdle to CRM implementation is lack of top management support, revealing the importance of cultural adoption as well. In an article for Business Week last year, writer Rachael King stressed that a CRM application is primarily used to automate processes. The success or failure of a CRM strategy is therefore "only as good as the procedures you've already established." Equally important, writes King, is "whether a company has clear goals for the implementation from the get-go."

The importance of a CRM application is growing every year as businesses, small and large alike, struggle to achieve and maintain a competitive edge in their industry. A successful CRM strategy can make all the difference in the results achieved by a sales force by weeding out the successful marketing campaigns from the bad. CRMToday.com provides visitors to the site with timely news and industry information, as well as survey results and a directory of leading CRM applications. For more information please visit http://www.CRMToday.com.

CRMToday.com provides business information, resources and interactive tools that help companies improve their customer relationship management. Expert advice from industry professionals, company profiles and other features make it easy for businesses to learn more about how customer relationships can shape a company's consumer loyalty.

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Duquesa Marketing Announces CBI Laboratories to Formulate New Upscale Men's Skin Care Line

Geoff Ficke, President of Duquesa Marketing announced that his firm's client, Worth 55 has engaged the services of CBI Laboratories to formulate a technologically advanced range of skin care products for men. "We interviewed a number of laboratories seeking a performance based product range that will address men's unique skin care problems in a completely different way", said Mr. Ficke. " Bill Basinski at CBI is the best skin care formulator in the United States and he instantly grasped our goal of creating a cutting edge product that would not simply be a rehash or a tweaking of women's products".

Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) June 18, 2007 -- Geoff Ficke, President of Duquesa Marketing announced that his firm's client, Worth 55, has engaged the services of CBI Laboratories to formulate a technologically advanced range of skin care products for men.

"We interviewed a number of laboratories seeking a performance based product range that will address men's unique skin care problems in a completely different way," said Mr. Ficke. "Bill Basinski at CBI is the best skin care formulator in the United States and he instantly grasped our goal of creating a cutting edge product that would not simply be a rehash or a tweaking of women's products."

CBI Laboratories, based in Fort Worth, TX has over 25 years experience dealing with hundreds of clients and creative product collaborations. "We always speak to several labs when we begin a new cosmetic project," said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of Duquesa Marketing. "Yet, we usually wind up at CBI because of their cutting edge use of the most contemporary, unusual and effective herbs, botanicals and peptides."

Worth 55 is a project that will deliver a skin care usage benefit entirely customized to the male dermal reality; "Men have a different acid mantle, different sebaceous issues and dermal thickness, all of which require a formulary approach that is almost never undertaken," said Mr. Bill Basinski, EVP of CBI Labs. "The charge we have been given is unusually creative, advanced and fresh, an exciting opportunity."

Duquesa Marketing is an international consulting firm with over 35-years experience in branding, marketing, sales, funding and development of consumer products. The Company offers clients a comprehensive menu of services.

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Groupe Sécurité CM / CM Security Group Inc. Recognized By The West Island Of Montreal Chamber Of Commerce

Groupe CM Sécurité / CM Security Group Inc. wins The West Island of Montreal Chamber of Commerce categories for 'Manufacturing (50 employees or more)' and 'Markets Outside Quebec'.

Montreal, Quebec (PRWEB) June 16, 2007 -- It was at the majestic Pavillon-sur-le-lac of Chateau Vaudreuil that they gathered, 37 finalists (in 13 categories) who had distinguished themselves in the West Island Business Community.

The winners of the 22nd annual Accolades competition of The West Island of Montreal Chamber of Commerce were revealed at the closing stages of an evening overflowing with fine dining and warm praise - where diverse industries had been unified by indomitable accomplishments and unique successes.

CM Security Group Inc. / Groupe Sécurité CM was amongst the evening's distinguished winners, capturing 2 awards - 'Manufacturing (50 employees or more)' and 'Markets Outside Quebec'.

"Since day 1 (in 1962!), we have had a long-term moral commitment to designing, manufacturing and marketing state-of-the art windows (security, hurricane, educational and high end) - a goal that as longtime leaders in the field, has allowed us to continuously innovate, renew and invigorate the diversification of building technology. This evening, and the WIMCC's efforts to celebrate members of its Business Community, is an exemplary assertion of this goal. It is great to be amongst thriving successful businesses in our 'little neck of the woods'!" stated Ched Draca, President and Founder of CMSG, after the announcements had been made.

CMSG wishes to express it's deepest thanks to the West Island Chamber of Commerce for the honors bestowed upon them - which would not have been possible without the CMSG team and their work, their loyalty, and their commitment to an enduring, flourishing company.

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A2B Tracking Solutions Inc. Offers Complimentary Virtual UID Registration Trial

With the September 30 deadline for compliance with the MIL-STD 130 mandate looming, A2B Tracking Solutions Inc, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and services, is announcing a unique and risk-free invitation to Department of Defense (DoD) program managers and government property (GFP) managers.

Portsmouth, RI (PRWEB) June 16, 2007 -- With the September 30 deadline for compliance with the MIL-STD 130 mandate looming, A2B Tracking Solutions Inc, the leading provider of unique identification (UID) compliance products and services, is announcing a unique and risk-free invitation to Department of Defense (DoD) program managers and government property (GFP) managers. The invitation includes a 15-day test-drive of UID Comply!® data management software. During that trial period these managers can register up to 500 items, with virtual UIDs, in the IUID Registry.

"When program and GFP managers utilize this invitation, they will have an opportunity to report real progress in meeting compliance deadlines, and they risk nothing," says Sales Engineer Will Sniffen. "Taking advantage of this offer will give them the opportunity to jump-start the mandated IUID registration process, without the need for labeling. We want managers to experience using UID Comply! data management software in "real world" conditions."

The invitation includes remote installation of UID Comply! Software, data import, UID creation with pedigree data and finally UID registration to the IUID Registry. A2B's UID specialists will provide unlimited technical support during the 15-day period. This offer is extended to those with legacy or GFP data, from systems of record, for up to 500 items.

"The UID mandate has resulted in a major change in the way the DoD conducts its business, particularly for managers of government and legacy property," says A2B President Peter Collins. "The purpose of this invitation is to help demystify the registration process and to enable managers to use software that makes compliance simple. We feel that once managers experience how easy it is to use UID Comply! they'll feel more comfortable with the whole UID process, and they'll also understand why A2B is the first name in UID data management."

Those interested in accepting A2B's invitation may do so by calling 800-733-7592 or by email info @ a2btracking.com.

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

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Direct EDI, Inc. Offers Savings to Costco Vendors upgrading to EDI

In a letter from Costco Wholesale addressing suppliers Costco requested all vendors become EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) capable, to become more efficient and cost effective in communicating with vendors.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) June 16, 2007 -- Direct EDI, Inc. (http://www.directedi.com) is excited to offer Costco EDI Cost Savings Initiative to help Costco and vendors to make a smooth transition to EDI.

The cost of EDI testing to the vendor as outlined by Costco is $300. Direct EDI, Inc is offering its customers a savings a 33% reduction of the testing fee.

Direct EDI, Inc. offers its Web EDI System or Hosted EDI System at a significant recurring savings and $100 savings on upfront costs to Costco vendors. The Direct EDI, Inc Superior Support Staff will walk customers through questions regarding the electronic exchange of Invoices, Purchase Orders and Purchase Order Changes/Cancellations with Costco free of charge.

Call now (858) 751-2626 to save money on your EDI service and meet Costco EDI requirements. Ask about the Costco EDI Cost Savings Initiative.

About Direct EDI, Inc.
Direct EDI, Inc. is a business-to-business e-commerce solution providing an efficient way to do EDI using a variety of systems including the company's flagship Internet based Web EDI System. Founded in 2002, the company offers its customers a more technologically savvy way of doing smart, cost effective business.

Direct EDI, Inc.
8880 Rio San Diego Dr. Suite 505
San Diego, CA. 92108
Phone: (858) 751-2626
Fax: (858) 751-2627
Email: sales @ directedi.com
http://www.directedi.com

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June 15, 2007

The Better Process Podcast Features Silanis E-Signatures in Manufacturing

Silanis Technology was recently selected for an interview with The Better Process Podcast, a daily manufacturing news program offered on podcasternews.com, the premier site for frequently produced, short-form audio content.

Montreal, QC (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- As the leading e-signature provider and only company to offer an enterprise e-signature solution, Silanis was pleased to feature in a recent interview as part of The Better Process Podcast.

Silanis was a natural guest for the manufacturing-focused daily online program, with its numerous manufacturing clients, including Aerojet, Aspen Technology, Bechtel, Cessna, Crane and others, benefiting from e-signatures and their resulting paperless processes.

With more and more manufacturing organizations implementing electronic signatures as part of straight-through processing efforts, Silanis offered host Ken Payment a state-of-the-market e-signature update for this critical sector of the economy.

Traditionally, manufacturers have focused on streamlining internal operations, like quality assurance, as a result of regulations that required a strong audit trail. Silanis has seen a recent shift towards Web-based signing solutions for internal and external processes, such as e-contracting with suppliers.

To listen to the interview with Mary Ellen Power, vice-president, Client Development, Silanis, please visit the following link:

www.podcasternews.com/programs/87/better-process-podcast/4156/

The government sector, much like manufacturing, is seeing the real-world benefits of a completely paperless process with electronic signatures. The US Army has an enterprise license with Silanis to sign its most popular document formats (Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe PDF), as well as the ability to sign IBM Workplace Forms and XHTML forms as part of the US Army Forms Content Management Program (FCMP).

A US Army audit estimates the US Army will save $1.3 billion annually, once FCMP is fully deployed. It is currently saving $50,000 in courier costs monthly, simply through having automated evaluation reports (NCOER/OER).

The US Air Force also standardized on Silanis' e-signing Server solution to enable Web-based form approvals through the Global Combat Support System (GCSS), a service-oriented architecture that gives war fighters instant, secure access to logistics information worldwide.

As a licensed solution, ApproveIt offers a flexible, customizable solution that seamlessly integrates with organizations' existing process and customer sites, for a consistent look and feel. It also allows them to maintain control over mission-critical documents, and keeps total cost of ownership low.

The ApproveIt enterprise e-signature platform is flexible, secure, and can scale across multiple departments and applications, as well as online, with support for complex signing environments involving multiple signers.

About Silanis
Founded in 1992, Silanis Technology Inc. (www.silanis.com) is the largest and most experienced provider of electronic signature solutions. More than 1,400 government and commercial organizations, representing two million users, depend on Silanis' solutions to accelerate operations, improve service and reduce costs.

The company's solutions not only eliminate the inefficiencies of paper, they provide reliable and auditable business records needed to demonstrate compliance with applicable laws, standards, regulations and policies.

About PodcasterNews.com
PodcasterNews.com (PCN) is the premier site for frequently produced, short-form audio content. It hosts podcasts of up to five minutes in length on a wide variety of topics.

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BidClerk Reports Construction Projects up for Bid in the Houston, TX Area

BidClerk's list of commercial construction projects planning to go out for bid and start construction in the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following construction projects are planning to go out for bid and start construction in the next 90 days in the Houston area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit www.BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Houston, TX - K & B Machine, US HWY 90 & Miller Road, 86,600-square-foot warehouse development, July 2007, $6 million. Project ID: 616940

Houston, TX - Lane Bryant #6249 / Houston, FM 1960 and Highway 249, 4,960-square-foot retail store, July 2007, $250,000. Project ID: 620376

Houston, TX - Home Depot - Lumber Distribution Center / Houston, Goodnight Trail , lumber distribution facility, July 2007, $5 million. Project ID: 619341

Houston, TX - Chili's Bar & Grill / Houston, 6,500-square-foot restaurant, August 2007, $800,000. Project ID: 619510

Galveston, TX - Capital One Bank / Galveston, Stewart Road & 61st Street, 2,755-square-foot bank, July 2007, $500,000. Project ID: 618622

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

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New Cordless L.E.D. Borescope Light Source Kit from Lenox Instrument Provides Portable Illumination for Visual Inspections

A new portable light source adaptable to most borescopes, fiberscopes, and videoscopes eliminates the need for a rechargeable power sources and extension cords. The new L.E.D. borescope light source kit from Lenox Instrument company makes visual inspections of turbine, gas or diesel engines, combustion chambers, pumps and valves, pipelines, tubing, castings, and machined parts much more convenient.

Trevose, PA (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- Lenox Instrument Company, the manufacturer of the original borescope, today, announced the offering of the new 3000LS-3.5LED portable L.E.D. light source that is adaptable to most fiber optic illuminated borescope, fiberscope, and videoscope models.

"This new borescope light source kit is the brightest portable light Lenox has ever produced," said Paul Lang, vice president at Lenox Instrument Company. "We set out to manufacture a portable light source that could deliver convenience, durability, and an abundance of light."

More convenient than bulky gel cell packs used with standard borescope light sources, the new unit operates on three C-cell batteries, making the light source portable. With low battery consumption, the unit will operate for 24 hours before new alkaline or rechargeable batteries are needed. The unit itself never needs to be recharged and has a life expectancy of 50,000 hours.

"The new unit packs in state of the art L.E.D. technology and is built to the highest standards," said Lang.

Illumination is delivered by the brilliant white, 5,000 to 6,000 degree Kelvin, L.E.D. light that produces up to 110,000 lux at the input to the light guide. The unit is durable, offering shock and impact-resistant protection, yet remains a lightweight 1.4 lbs. even with batteries installed into the 11 inch handle.

Ideal for even the darkest inspection areas, Lenox borescopes and L.E.D. borescope light sources are used for inspecting for corrosion, leaks, cracks, stress, wear, blockages, deposits, and debris, and are recommended for inspecting turbine, gas or diesel engines, combustion chambers, pumps and valves, pipelines, tubing, castings, and machined parts.

Each Lenox 3000LS-3.5LED portable L.E.D. light source kit includes a light source, battery handle with belt holster, extension cord, adapter to fit most borescope and fiberscope models, three C-cell batteries, and a convenient storage case.

Lenox portable L.E.D borescope light sources are in stock and available for quick delivery. Lenox Instrument Company personnel are available to assist in choosing the proper borescope and accessories for any application. For more information or to place an order for the new 3000LS-3.5LED portable light source kit, visit http://www.lenoxinst.com/borescopes.html or call Lenox at 1-800-356-1104.

About Lenox:
Lenox Instrument Company has been providing visual inspection instruments to the defense, power generation, and manufacturing industries since 1921. Offering a full line of visual NDT borescopes, videoscopes, fiberscopes, micro borescopes, flexible borescopes, endoscopes, light sources, and remote visual inspection equipment Lenox products are renowned for their rugged and innovative style. From the 1921 invention of the first industrial borescope, to the first borescope used at a nuclear site, to the internal inspection of today's jet engines, or the internal viewing of a furnace, Lenox Instrument Company has always offered the highest quality and broadest range of remote vision instruments to satisfy the most stringent needs.

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New Horizons of Austin Administers First ITIL v3 Exam

New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Austin, in conjunction with Quint Wellington Redwood, announced that it is has successfully delivered the first IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Version 3 (v3) training in North America. The training took place June 12-14 at New Horizons in Austin, TX, and was followed by the world's first ITIL v3 Foundations certification exam in the same location.

AUSTIN, TX, (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 - New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Austin, in conjunction with Quint Wellington Redwood, announced that it is has successfully delivered the first IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Version 3 (v3) training in North America. The training took place June 12-14 at New Horizons in Austin, TX, and was followed by the world's first ITIL v3 Foundations certification exam in the same location.

ITIL is the most widely accepted approach to IT service management in the world. It consists of a series of documents that provide organizations with a framework for managing their information technology systems to align with the needs of the organization.

ITIL v3, released May 30th, is the first refresh of the library since the release of v2 in 2000. V3 is focused on the process of IT service management throughout its complete life-cycle, and the importance of creating value for the business, while v2 centered on delivering a process framework and process best practices for the delivery and support of IT Services.

A Fortune 50 company based in Round Rock, Texas, just outside of the state's capital city of Austin, is the first company in North America to have employees trained on v3 and the first organization worldwide to have employees complete the ITIL v3 Foundation exam.

"The dates for this class have been set for some time now, with the hope that the accredited v3 courseware and exam would be ready in time. We're thrilled that everything came together and that we were able to bring this training to our client through our partner Quint, and to be the first in the world to administer the test," said New Horizons General Manager Bob Dupree. "New Horizons strives to be on the leading-edge of technology, and we feel that this accomplishment is another testament to our commitment to innovation in our industry."

New Horizons of Austin has partnered with Quint for more than a year now to bring ITIL training to their clients in Central Texas.

"We are very excited to have had the chance to partner with New Horizons of Austin to deliver the first ITIL v3 Foundation course in North American," said Joe Heaney, Director of Business Development, North America for Quint Wellington Redwood. "The new v3 life cycle approach dramatically improves an organization's ability to adopt the ITIL framework and tie IT services directly to the attainment of organization and business goals."

Niels Backx, Senior Consultant and ITIL v3 Program Manager for Quint Wellington Redwood in the Netherlands and Jill Knapp, Senior Consultant and ITIL v3 Foundation Course Editing Lead for Quint Wellington Redwood US, delivered the course at the state-of-the-art New Horizons Computer Learning Center in Austin, TX.

About New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Austin
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Austin is the leading provider of high quality professional development and computer training services in Central Texas. New Horizons offers PC applications and graphics software instruction as well as highly technical IT training and certification program training, professional development, and business skills training. In addition to offering public classroom-based courses, New Horizons customizes courseware, provides on-site training, and rolls-out enterprise-wide training programs.
New Horizons Computer Learning Centers of Austin is an independently owned and operated entity that has received a license to use the name and trademark of New Horizons Computer Learning Centers from the Franchisor of the New Horizons Network.

About Quint Wellington Redwood
Quint Wellington Redwood (Quint) is a global, independent management consulting and training firm specializing in IT Management and IT Service Management Consulting and Education. Founded in 1992, Quint is headquartered in Amsterdam and, has long been a recognized industry leader and innovator in the field of IT Management, IT governance, ITIL and IT Service Management best practices. Quint operates globally from offices throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Quint has delivered in excess of 20,000 courses covering multiple IT management and service management standards and qualifying well over 100,000 students at Foundation, Practitioner and Service Manager Levels of ITIL Certification.

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New Aton Connect Host Integration Toolkit Gives Web and Portal Developers Quick Access to Enterprise Data in Visual Studio

Easy to Use Software Components that Scale, Sample Projects and Knowledgeable Support Create a Winning Web Software Toolkit for .NET Developers Needing Access to Data on Corporate Mainframe Systems Using Visual Studio 2005 and ASP.NET 2.0. Annual flat fee license per developer -- no additional server or session fees -- make this a most affordable way to integrate IBM zSeries with Microsoft servers, desktops, notebooks and mobile devices.

Los Altos Hills, CA (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- Aton International, Inc., Specialists in Mobile Device Applications, Enterprise Data Access and Embedded Systems, today announced the release of Aton Connect Host Integration Toolkit, that helps web and business portal developers access enterprise data residing on mainframes and deliver it to employees and customers via ASP.NET pages using familiar Microsoft tools and programming languages.

The Toolkit includes Aton TN3270 software components, reusable sample code and documentation that work with Visual Studio 2005 and ASP .NET 2.0 to access corporate data from IBM zSeries enterprise servers for use in an unlimited number of business cases. Traditional host access products charge session or run-time fees that can substantially increase the cost of implementing a solution. Aton International's special introductory pricing of an annual flat-fee license of $2400 per developer for the first year and $800 per developer for successive years offers the most affordable way for major companies to use the data concentrated in the enterprise mainframe anywhere it is needed via web browser.

This server side version of the Aton TN3270 terminal emulation component is targeted at developers who want to deliver web pages with real time mainframe data, but without complex middleware or complicated mainframe programming. It allows them to develop solutions with scalable performance using skills they already have with Microsoft .NET languages C# and VB.NET.

Rapid access to knowledgeable technical support from Aton is available by email or telephone so that getting a working result -- especially important for a pilot or demonstration project -- is fast and easy. Developers can confidently tackle projects to address changing business requirements knowing that knowledgeable support is available even during the free 90-day trial period.

"With the Aton Connect Host Integration Toolkit, we are providing one of the easiest ways to integrate the IBM zSeries with Microsoft Windows servers, desktops, notebooks, Tablet PCs and mobile devices using familiar Microsoft tools. We're so confident in the ability of this product to successfully deliver a result that we provide full support by email and phone during the trial period," said Charles Wilde, CTO of Aton International, Inc. Developers interested in testing the Toolkit should contact Wilde by email at info @ aton.com or by phone at 1-800-833-0835 from the US and Canada.

Aton International, Inc. has been assisting organizations for the over 25 years to merge devices and systems for reliable data delivery. The company offers products and services designed to meet the mobile device integration, data access and mobile/embedded software and firmware needs of original equipment manufacturers, systems integrators and enterprise IT professionals. Aton International, Inc. is a Microsoft Certified Partner based in Northern California.

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Global Market Insights Nets $1M -- Third Year in a Row

Since 2002, small to medium sized American firms seeking to expand into the European market have called on Stephen McLaughlin, CEO of Global Market Insights to establish their path to success. For the past two years in a row GMI has increased its annual net revenues by more than one million dollars -- and 2007 indicators are trending to more of the same. An American company, headquartered in Luxembourg and a Chartered Member of the American Chamber of Commerce there, GMI is considered a leading success story in the European Community.

Luxembourg (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- Stephen D. McLaughlin, CEO Global Market Insights announced today that first quarter revenue indicators are on trend for yet another year of surpassing the $1 million mark as they have previously in both 2005 and 2006. "At this point," stated McLaughlin, "2007 is trending the same -- or better."

Since its inception in 2002, Global Market Insights has provided their clients with in-depth and insightful market information and analysis on a global basis. With principal offices in North America and Europe, GMI´s purpose is to help client companies realize greater economic growth and value through strategic expansion into foreign markets throughout Europe that include Germany, Luxembourg, and the Czech Republic; as well as France and the UK. GMI's specific expertise focuses on areas that include outsourcing, executive recruiting, market sizing, segmentation, positioning, price and competitive intelligence for the information technology, precision steel manufacturing, publishing and personal services industries.

Another area in which GMI is very active is Venture Capital investment in the European marketplace. "GMI's knowledge of the global marketplace is excellent, as is their individual attention to their customers' needs. Their extensive contacts throughout Europe and the U.S. have enabled them to identify and develop many new business opportunities. I have also recommended the GMI team to a number of other firms who have become equally pleased with their services. GMI is critical to our business strategy," states Walter F. Corey, CEO and President, Pickwick Manufacturing Services.

As a "Chartered Member" of the American Chamber of Commerce of Luxembourg (AmCham), Global Market Insights maintains the most elite status level that continues to strengthen its position and prestige in the European Community on behalf of their American business clients. Regardless of their effective size or presence within the Greater Luxembourg Region, Charter Members are recognized as the Luxembourg-American business community leaders who are dedicated to making a substantial commitment to the interests and welfare of this business community. Chartered Members receive special recognition that includes:
1. A directorship on the Board of Directors of AMCHAM
2. The company name displayed in AMCHAM's media forms and at special events
3. Benefit from proprietary information
4. Access to exclusive events, briefings and meetings with prominent representatives of American, European and international bodies and institutions.

This level of prestige, along with its commitment of excellent service and word-of-mouth endorsements from their clients, is a contributing factor to GMI's ongoing success and continued growth -- not to mention a prime candidate for acquisition. But that's another story.

Steve McLaughlin founded Global Market Insights, with offices in Europe and the U.S., with his vision of giving clients two synergistic competencies: knowledge of the global marketplace and industry expertise in manufacturing, finance and information technology. Steve McLaughlin has nearly 15 years of international experience in three continents, having started in executive search as a Beckett-Rogers Associate. Steve McLaughlin is a graduate of Rice University where he was student body president, and completed post-graduate studies in International Economics at the Universidad Mayor, Santiago, Chile. He is available for consultation and can be contacted directly by Phone: 1-877-233-4628 or Email: smclaughlin @ bacg.lu. Additional information can be viewed on his daily blogsite www.globalmarketplace.typepad.com

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Eurotech: Among the Five Companies Representing 'Made in Italy' in Tokyo

The 12th of June Eurotech will be among the five companies representing Made in Italy in Japan

(PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- The Italian - Japan Investment Day, a forum organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Embassy of Italy in Japan and the Banca d'Italia, will take place on June 12th in Tokyo. The forum aims to promote the best of Italian industry to Japanese investors.

Borsa Italiana assisted by Nomura Italia SIM with the collaboration of the UniCredit Group have selected the five best companies listed in the Stock-Exchange: ENI, AICON, DUCATI, EUROTECH and SOCOTHERM, to bring their knowledge to Japan.

Italy's Minister of Economy and Finance Mr Tommaso Padoa Schioppa, Japan's finance minister Mr Koji Omi and other leading figures from the Economic and Financial Affairs community of the two countries will attend the convention.

Roberto Siagri, President and CEO, and Eros Goi, CFO, who will arrive in Tokyo for the occasion, will represent Eurotech.

Finally, one-to-one meetings are foreseen between the representatives of the Italian companies and the main Japanese institutional investors.

Contact details:
Eurotech S.p.A.
a member of the Eurotech Group
Via Fratelli Solari, 3/a
33020 AMARO (Udine) - ITALY
Tel: +39.0433.485411
Fax: +39.0433.485499
Website: www.eurotech.com

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Fractal:Edge Finalist for the 2007 Microsoft ISV/Software Solutions Innovation Partner of the Year Award

Company stands out from 1,800 entrants with innovative data visualization products that are tightly integrated with Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Analysis Services 2005, SQL Server 2005 and Dynamics CRM. The Microsoft ISV/Software Solutions Innovation Partner of the Year Award recognizes an ISV who has developed an innovative approach to solving a business or consumer need utilizing Microsoft's latest technologies.

New York (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- Today, Fractal:Edge announced it has been selected as a finalist for Microsoft Corporation's Partner of the Year Award in the ISV/Software Solutions, Innovation category. Winners of the 2007 Microsoft Partner Program Awards -- which recognize top Microsoft Partners delivering market-leading Microsoft-based solutions -- will be announced July 11 at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference in Denver, Colorado.

"I am delighted that the research, product development and client solutions that we have delivered with Fractal Maps integrated into the Microsoft platform have been recognized by the Microsoft award team," said Gervase Clifton-Bligh, VP of Product Strategy & Development and inventor of Fractal:Edge's patented technology. "Innovation brings with it the risk of slower adoption. Recognition like this and client testimonials confirm we have developed a genuinely valuable software solution that delivers results for all types of users -- quickly, accurately and visually."

Awards will be presented in a number of categories, with winners chosen from a pool of more than 1,800 entrants worldwide. The ISV/Software Solutions Innovation Partner of the Year Award recognizes an ISV who has developed an innovative approach to solving a business or consumer need utilizing Microsoft's latest technologies. The winning partner will have demonstrated leadership in the areas of innovation, market potential, media/analyst buzz, investor value creation and customer adoption with a least 3 active business customers or 1,000 consumers.

"We have a diverse and talented partner ecosystem that each year raises the bar in the design and deployment of customer solutions built on Microsoft technologies," said Allison L. Watson, corporate vice president, Microsoft Worldwide Partner Group. "We are pleased to recognize Fractal:Edge as one of our partners leading the field in this category."

Fractal:Edge delivers advanced data visualization product solutions that are tightly integrated with Microsoft Excel 2007, SQL Server 2005, Analysis Services 2005, SharePoint and Dynamics CRM. Using an intuitive approach to presenting large amounts of data on screen, Fractal Maps allow information workers to grasp the key messages in their data more quickly and accurately so they can act more rapidly. This visual approach -- which has also won recognition this year as a Gartner Cool Technology for Analytics, Business Intelligence and Corporate Performance Management -- is being used by 7 of the top 10 global investment banks for trading and risk management. In addition, Fractal Maps are driving visual business analysis in compliance, financial control, project management, operational risk, sales management and other areas where there is a need to monitor and act upon key performance indicators in large, complex or fast-moving sets of information.

The Microsoft Partner Program Awards recognize Microsoft Partners that have developed and delivered exceptional Microsoft-based solutions over the past year.

Product or service names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

About Fractal:Edge
Fractal:Edge delivers software products for the interactive visual analysis and navigation of large, complex or fast-moving information sources. Our patented data visualization solutions are used by blue-chip clients worldwide in multiple industries and business functions to analyze information quickly and accurately.

Fractal:Edge is committed to working with dynamic and innovative partners to deliver targeted Fractal Map applications and custom Fractal Map solutions to commercial and public sectors worldwide. For more information, go to http://www.fractaledge.com.

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Littleoddforest Will Lea-f a Spring in Your Step

Feeling a little guilty for contributing towards mass consumerism, global warming and not at all happy about not having critters and animals around as your mascots? Well, littleoddforest is where you should be for the coming spring and summer.

Singapore (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- Feeling a little guilty for contributing towards mass consumerism, global warming and not at all happy about not having critters and animals around as your mascots? Well, littleoddforest is where you should be for the coming summer. Fabric items lovingly hand-stitched to the finest detail, the new chirpy collection features fun owl sling bags and key ring-pouches, handbags that hark back to nature and pouches with plenty of leaf detailing.

With her new line of tree-stump inspired collection - a cushion for a more comfortable seating, and a huggable stumpie plush toy (named Little Stumpie); both expanded from her Forest Tree Trunk Finger Pouch - your home will soon seem like a little odd forest indeed. A new textile screenprint of owls and LOF's infamous mushrooms will also be available on many LOF goodies. Owl lovers rejoice. And if you're feeling a little hot under the collar, slip into a Where Pigs Fly print tank top that is sure to cheer even the most cynical at heart.

BIO --
Forestprints Design was founded by independent designer and pervasive creator, Lynda Lye, around mid-2004. It has since evolved to include her new label Littleoddforest, a collection of silk-screened tops, quirky accessories, bags and stationeries for those who love and appreciate extraordinary, handmade creations.

She is inspired by her wonderful childhood fantasies of bizarre fairytale adventure stories set in a magical forests, resplendent with quirky images and illustrations. Along with her bursts of colorful images and delightful plush toys, Lynda's main aim was, among others, to change the way the world looked. Littleoddforest plans to change the way you think about life, and redefine simple joys of owning unique - and more importantly - handmade designs.

littleoddforest is not interested in merely becoming a fashion trend - it aims to be a lifestyle; one that is embraced by many, especially handmade lovers and crafty connoisseurs from all over the world who appreciates a little dose of fun in their everyday life.

For more information, please visit - www.forestprints.com

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AutoForm Unveils New Software Release -- AutoForm Version 4.1

Over 200 new features and several key enhancements, significantly increasing productivity and quality.

Zurich, Switzerland (PRWEB) June 15, 2007 -- AutoForm Engineering GmbH, the leading supplier of software solutions for the sheet metal forming industry, has announced the worldwide release of AutoForm Version 4.1. The new version offers over 200 new features and several key enhancements, significantly increasing productivity and quality. This software release is entirely focused on AutoForm's customers' needs.

According to Dr. Markus Thomma, Director of Marketing at AutoForm Engineering, the new features and enhancements provide the following main benefits:

Accurate Springback Calculation and Springback Compensation: AutoForm's new springback feature automatically modifies tooling surfaces based on a precise springback calculation. Die-face engineers can directly take into account springback results and compensate the appropriate tool geometry. The compensated tool geometry is automatically used as new input for rapid and accurate tooling validation. As a result, more reliable process layouts are realized during early planning phases -- as AutoForm springback compensation minimizes the risk of later, costly changes of tooling or processes due to springback effects.

Precise Geometry Modelling: Significant improvements in geometry modelling are achieved by introducing morphing technology. By modifying wall angles, unfolding part areas and performing in-plane modification of details, keeping the regions outside of the morphing untouched, the user can easily evaluate the best geometry model and optimize the process.

More Efficient Die Development Process: The die development process can be shortened considerably using the new substitution and offset skins provided by AutoForm 4.1. Even the original, imperfect surfaces can be substituted by a watertight skin early in the development process. Watertight skins are required for CAD solid design. As a result, solid die design can be started at an earlier stage. Moreover, an additional skin, offset by a large value, can be generated fully automatically. Such offset skins are required for the casting model's solid design. Consequently, the die castings can be launched earlier, reducing the lead time by several weeks.

Accurate Forming Forces: AutoForm 4.1 is able to calculate accurate forming forces. Knowing the exact forming force, the user can define the adequate press equipment required for reliable production, at an early stage of the development process.

Dr. Markus Thomma stated: "Continuous innovation is of the highest importance at AutoForm. We have been entirely focused on our customers' needs, and supporting them in achieving outstanding results was our primary intent with this new version."

About AutoForm Engineering GmbH
AutoForm Engineering develops and markets specialized die face design and simulation software for the automotive and sheet metal forming industries. With all of the Top 20 automobile producers as customers, AutoForm is recognized as the number one provider of software for product formability, die face design and virtual tryouts to the global automotive industry. AutoForm offices are located in Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, USA, Mexico, India, China and Korea. The company also serves the needs of its customers through agents and distributors in more than 15 other countries (Japan, Turkey, Brazil, etc.).

For detailed information visit: www.autoform.com

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Borden Elliott & Pierce has Announced Plans for Developing New Strategic Relationships

Today's job market for employment is extremely competitive. It has been said that as much as 70% of new hires will come from mid-size and smaller companies over the next several years. Countless jobs have been outsourced overseas and elsewhere; reductions due to a slow downs; or have suffered reduced wage, benefit and compensation packages due to a surplus of available professionals in many fields.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Borden Elliott & Pierce has recently devised plans for developing new strategic relationships with local companies.

It is a highly competitive market for U.S. jobs

Borden Elliott & Pierce has plans for developing strategic relationships with local companies. A local representative stated, "We are conducting exploratory meetings to discuss how we can best utilize our resources to reach out to the hiring community."

Companies always have a hard time finding talent. According to a Borden Elliott & Pierce spokesperson, "The old adage, 'good help is hard to find' is still true today. We feel we can help companies bridge that gap. Small companies in particular lack the resources or funding to cultivate new talent. One of their complaints is that they have a hard time competing with larger corporations."

At Borden Elliott & Pierce, they feel that they have set themselves apart with unique and unsurpassed technology. Their claim, "We use superior technology applications to assist our clients, but the new relationships we are working to develop could be very helpful as well."

The Borden Elliott & Pierce technology provides "real time" trigger events to help identify the "hot spots" in the job market including new business deals; new business locations; expanding businesses; IPO's; management changes; mergers and acquisitions; emerging businesses; new product releases and other critical information to insure that your skills can be marketed to the most productive avenues of job search in a proactive, rather than reactive search effort.

The world has changed dramatically in the past decade; and while there are many time tested and proven techniques for making a career transition, the tools that you choose can be an effective ally in assuring that your search for a new career position is successful.

What keeps Borden Elliott & Pierce ahead of their competitors? They say, "The ability to understand their clients needs; a program that goes beyond traditional methods of career search; advanced technology; competitive fees; and an in depth knowledge of the local markets we serve."

For more information about Borden Elliott & Pierce visit them at http://bepcflorida.com/assessment.html.

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Standard-Knapp Protects Bottles, Labels With Advanced "Soft Placement" Pac-Assist™

Zero-impact servo system from Standard-Knapp packs without damage.

Portland, CT (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Standard-Knapp, a worldwide leader in the manufacture of innovative packaging machinery, offers its Pac-Assist "soft placement" module for secure, efficient case packing and tray packing.

Compatible with several case packer models, the Pac-Assist "soft placement" module, with advanced motion control, gently lowers bottles into cases or trays without damage to the label, closure or container integrity. With its steady, precise placement, the Pac-Assist eliminates bottle-to-bottle scuffing and breakage, with or without partitions.

The unique servo system accelerates bottles downward, then comes to a gradual, decelerated stop as the heels of the bottles reach the bottom of the case. The packed case is then indexed to the discharge conveyor and the Pac-Assist module ascends into position for the next cycle.

The Pac-Assist is simple to adjust and change over. Its low-maintenance design adapts to trigger and unstable bottles of all sizes for more stable case packing and tray packing with less downtime. The Pac-Assist system is capable of handling several cases per cycle for maximum packing efficiency.

Standard-Knapp offers 24 hour customer service assistance, as well as extensive machine training programs. In addition to state-of-the art case packing and tray packing machinery, Standard-Knapp offers shrink wrapping, and bottle packing solutions. For more information on Standard-Knapp's products, visit www.standard-knapp.com, call 860-342-1100 or email info @ standard-knapp.com.

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Adchem Corporation Provides Broad Range of Foam Bonding Adhesive Tapes

Specializing in custom foam bonding solutions for a variety of applications.

Riverhead, NY (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Adchem Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance film and foam bonding adhesive tapes, specializes in providing a broad range of custom foam bonding solutions for automotive, electronics, construction, graphic arts, medical, and general industrial applications. Adchem provides acrylic and rubber adhesive systems and acrylic/rubber hybrid products for OEMs and leading foam and gasket fabricators nationwide.

The leader in the foam fabrication market for more than 40 years, Adchem provides more than 50 unique adhesive solutions for customers' most demanding foam bonding needs. This broad range of products reduces the need for large inventories of narrower spectrum tape systems. Adchem also offers competitive pricing and engineering support that are unmatched by both smaller and larger adhesive tape suppliers.

Recently, Adchem released composite data for its double-coated and transfer adhesive tapes for PORON®, PE foams, Polyurethane foams, urethane foams, EPDM, Santoprene, ester foam, ether foam, PVC, and vinyl nitrile foams. The data covers products from Armacell, Monarch, Griswold, Rogers, Burnett, Voltek, Foamex and other leading foam manufacturers.

Adchem works closely with customers to help select and design adhesive tape systems to meet their unique material and performance requirements.

About Adchem Corporation
Adchem, an ISO 9001 certified and A2LA accredited company, manufactures an innovative line of pressure-sensitive adhesive tape systems, including double-coated papers, films, tissues, foams and fabrics; transfer tapes; one-side coated products and other custom-coated specialty products. Our 100% solids adhesives, solvent and water based acrylics and rubber adhesives are used in a variety of industries, including abrasives, automotive, construction, electronics, graphic arts, medical and general industrial tape applications. For additional information and samples, please contact Adchem Corporation, 1852 Old Country Road, Riverhead, NY 11901 Phone: (631) 727-6000 Fax: (631) 727-6010 or our website at www.adchem.com.

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Media Logic Partners with SI Group to Launch RezExtend Resins to the U.S. and Canadian Markets

Media Logic has partnered with SI Group to launch the company's new RezExtend™ resin integrated marketing program to the U.S. and Canadian markets. An integrated drive-to-Web communications strategy propels each campaign element to effectively and efficiently deliver SI Group messaging to its target audience and build awareness about RezExtend™ resins, generate new customer leads and educate industry sales representatives and distributors about the benefits of SI Group's revolutionary new solution. Ongoing Web analytics strategies has played an important role to track conversion rates for each creative element and helped to identify that over 23% of visitors to SI Group's Web landing page have converted - surpassing internet averages from Marketing Sherpa 2005.

Albany, NY (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Media Logic, a BtoB Magazine "Top 50" marketing agency, today announced that it has partnered with SI Group, the global leader in the production of phenolic resins, to launch the company's new RezExtend™ resin integrated marketing program to the U.S. and Canadian markets.

SI Group selected Media Logic as its strategic marketing partner to support the launch of the company's RezExtend™ resins, SI Group's new system developed to address the global polychloroprene crisis. Polychloroprene is a critical ingredient used in the formulation of solvent-based contact adhesives. As supplies of polychloroprene are becoming scarce and expensive to source, SI Group's RezExtend™ resins can stretch the supply of polychloroprene by as much as 33% - enabling manufacturers to produce more adhesive with available rubber.

Launched in March 2007, Media Logic's new marketing initiative for SI Group's RezExtend™ resins includes a sales/distributor team support package, trade advertising, direct mail, email, Web landing page, public relations, trade show support and search marketing. An integrated drive-to-Web communications strategy propels each campaign element to effectively and efficiently deliver SI Group messaging to its target audience and build awareness about RezExtend™ resins, generate new customer leads and educate industry sales representatives and distributors about the benefits of SI Group's revolutionary new solution.

"We selected Media Logic as our marketing partner because we were impressed with their creativity and strategic insight," says Frank Hart, global director, business performance resins decision at SI Group. "SI Group recognized that the RezExtend™ resins marketing campaign lended itself to a new way of thinking and for the first time in our 100-year history, we embarked on a multimedia marketing campaign."

Evidence of Results
Ongoing Web analytics strategies has played an important role in this program's success. Media Logic tracked conversion rates for each creative element to decipher which media types are driving the most leads and found that print/trade show/word of mouth was most successful, followed by house email and direct mail. To uncover the overall interest level of RezExtendTM resins, Media Logic allowed users to identify the immediacy of their interest and found that over 34% of users have immediate interest in the product. Media Logic identified that over 23% of visitors to SI Group's Web landing page have converted - surpassing internet averages from Marketing Sherpa 2005.

"SI Group is a solutions provider for many manufacturers and Media Logic's strategic experience in industrial manufacturing has been instrumental to ensure we get the RezExtendTM resin message to the right audience," says Hart. "Based on the campaign results after just a few months, we have the potential to grow our business."

"We are pleased to partner with SI Group to the launch RezExtend™ resins to the marketplace through our integrated marketing initiative," says Randy Burge, vice president/management supervisor at Media Logic. "We are excited to grow SI Group's resins business and lay the groundwork for the company's future success."

About Media Logic
Media Logic is a strategic marketing and communications firm specializing in brand development, revenue generation, marketing planning and integrated communications. Founded in 1984, Media Logic is headquartered in Albany, N.Y. with a West Coast office in Oakland, Calif. With annual capitalized billings in excess of $63 million, the agency provides marketing services in consumer/financial, business-to-business and higher education for a wide range of clients, including Visa, Trans World Entertainment, MVP Health Care, Weil-McLain, NYSEG/RG&E, Fortitech, SPX Cooling Technologies, Plug Power, Hofstra University, The Johnson School at Cornell University and Binghamton University. Media Logic is ranked by BtoB Magazine as a "Top 50" business-to-business marketing agency. Visit www.mlinc.com for more information.

About SI Group
SI Group (formerly Schenectady International), is a family-owned company founded in 1906 and headquartered in Schenectady, New York. A leading producer of phenolic resins, chemical intermediates, and emerging in the electronic specialty chemicals market, SI Group is a global chemical manufacturer and has over 20 operations in 13 countries around the world. In 2006, the company celebrated its 100th year in business. For more information about SI Group, visit www.siigroup.com.

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Yokogawa and MAVERICK Technologies Announce New Agreement with Chevron

COLUMBIA, Ill. (BusinessWire EON) June 14, 2007 -- Yokogawa and MAVERICK Technologies announced today that their joint alliance has been selected as the main automation and control contractor for Chevron’s global refineries in a long-term agreement.

During this time frame, Chevron intends to strengthen operations and reliability at its eight wholly owned refineries by standardizing and modernizing the process automation and control infrastructure.

Yokogawa will provide its innovative control technologies and MAVERICK will provide the majority of the engineering, construction management and installation services through their YMAC alliance (Yokogawa MAVERICK Alliance for Chevron). The YMAC scope includes validation of design specifications, field instrumentation, Integrated Process Control and Safety Systems design and implementation, asset optimization and advanced applications.

This work will be performed under Service/Purchase Orders incorporating the terms of the International Master Agreement signed recently between Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and Yokogawa.

This landmark agreement for the modernization of these eight global Chevron refineries and related process units is one of the single largest programs in the process automation industry for a main automation contract.

About MAVERICK

MAVERICK Technologies is a next-generation engineering, systems integration and operational consulting firm. The company delivers innovative solutions for a wide range of manufacturing and process clients, leveraging an extensive network of skilled employees deployed from regional and international locations.

MAVERICK’s talented staff is dedicated to helping clients break away from the business inefficiencies they face. MAVERICK delivers profitability improvement — individually in plant automation, performance management and business systems, and holistically by integrating knowledge across the enterprise. To learn more, please visit www.mavtechglobal.com.

For media inquiries, contact Brad Wise at 713-770-3303 or brad.wise@mavtechglobal.com.

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Vision Research Introduces Advanced High-Speed Digital Video Camera for Industrial Purposes

Phantom® Miro™ Line is Ideal for Applications Ranging from Crash Testing to Assembly Line Analysis

Wayne, N.J. (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- At the EastPack 2007 trade show in New York City on June 12, Vision Research (www.visionresearch.com) will unveil its new Phantom® Miro™ family of high-speed digital cameras. The Phantom Miro line is a compact, lightweight, rugged family of cameras targeted at industrial applications ranging from vehicle crash testing to automated assembly line manufacturing processes.

The Phantom Miro cameras feature a high-performance blend of resolution, speed, and light sensitivity for situations demanding high-speed image capture and motion analysis.

Phantom Miro 1

The Miro 1 is the first Phantom camera to break the sub-$15,000 price point. It can take images with a resolution of up to 640 x 480 at any of eight fixed-frame rates, ranging from 50 frames-per-second (fps) to 500 fps. The Miro 1 offers users a variety of benefits:

Eight different fixed frame rates, each with four appropriate exposure options, providing 32 settings to control the amount of light and blur in the images
512 megabytes of internal high-speed memory and compatibility with removable CompactFlash® cards
Touch-sensitive LCD screen for controlling features and viewing slow motion images
User-replaceable, compact, rechargeable battery pack allows the camera to be used in the field without the need for a power source
Micro cooling system to keep internal components within optimal operating temperature range

Phantom Miro 2

The Miro 2 builds on the Miro 1 by providing The Power of One™ - an added feature that gives users the ability to control key camera parameters such as frame rates and shutter speeds in increments of one unit. The Miro 2 features:

A maximum resolution of 640 x 480
Frame rates ranging from one fps to 1,000 fps
Exposure control that allows the user to select shutter speeds as low as five microseconds in one microsecond increments
Can record in either eight-bit or 10-bit pixel depth
Comes standard with one gigabyte of high-speed internal memory (upgradeable to two gigabytes)
Supports removable CompactFlash cards for non-volatile storage
Touch-sensitive LCD screen for controlling features and viewing slow motion images
User-replaceable, compact, rechargeable battery pack allows the camera to be used in the field without the need for a power source
Micro cooling system to keep internal components within optimal operating temperature range

Phantom Miro 3

As the first-to-be-unveiled member of the family, the Phantom Miro 3 was previewed in April. The Miro 3 is optimized for applications such as Hydraulically Controlled, Gas Energized (HYGE) crash simulations used in the automotive industry. The Miro 3 has significant user benefits:

Rated to survive 100g acceleration
Maximum resolution of 512 x 512 at up to 2,200 fps
Can achieve frame rates greater than 95,000 fps by reducing the camera's resolution to 32 x 32
Shutter speed as low as two microseconds, which allows the camera to freeze objects in motion, eliminate blur, and bring out the image detail needed for successful motion analysis
Selectable 8-, 10- or 12-bit pixel depth gives the user to ability choose the dynamic range that best meets the demands of the application
One gigabyte of high-speed, internal memory and two gigabytes of internal, non-volatile memory, with options to double both

Phantom Miro 4

For applications that demand higher resolution, the Miro 4 is the ideal imaging solution. With the ability to record at 800 x 600, the Miro 4 offers the highest resolution sensor of the entire Miro family. Additional benefits of the Miro 4 include:

Frame rates ranging from one fps to 1,000 fps
Minimum shutter speed of two microseconds, programmable in one microsecond increments
Selectable 8-, 10- or 12-bit pixel depth allows the user to choose the dynamic range that best meets the demands of the application
One gigabyte of internal high-speed memory (upgradeable to two gigabytes)
CompactFlash slot for non-volatile storage
Touch-sensitive LCD screen for controlling features and viewing slow motion images
User-replaceable, compact, rechargeable battery pack allows the camera to be used in the field without the need for a power source
Micro cooling system to keep internal components within optimal operating temperature range

All Miro cameras are based on Vision Research's own CMOS sensor designs and offer an ISO rating of 4,800 (monochrome, saturation-based ISO 12232 standard). Cameras come in monochrome or color versions and all accept any standard one-inch, C-mount lens. The Miro 2, 3, and 4 cameras feature a number of external control signals allowing for remote triggering, camera synchronization, and time-stamping.

All Phantom Miro cameras ship with a trial version of Image Systems' TEMA Starter for Phantom motion analysis software.

The Miro 3 is available now with deliveries ranging from four to six weeks. The Miro 1, 2 and 4 will begin shipping in August 2007.

About Vision Research Inc.
Vision Research Inc. designs and manufactures high-speed digital imaging systems used in domains including defense, automotive, engineering, scientific and medical research, industrial and commercial, sports and entertainment, and digital broadcast and cinematography.

The Wayne, N.J.-based company prides itself on the sensitivity, high-resolution and quality of images produced by its systems, robust yet easy-to-use software interfaces, and reliability and versatility of its camera family - that continues to be the benchmark for all other high-speed digital camera manufacturers.

Vision Research cameras add a new dimension to the sense of sight, allowing the user to see details of an event when it's too fast to see, and too important not to™. More information on Vision Research can be found at www.visionresearch.com.

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New Panasonic GP-US932 High Definition Camera and Control Unit Captures the Purest Color Imaginable

The Panasonic GP-US932 small remote head camera and control unit system provides advanced high-definition images in user-selectable 1080i or 720p formats. Uses for the new include surgical microscopy, medical, microscopy, inspection, industrial and professional applications.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Scientific Vision Systems (SVS), one of the leading distributors of medical and professional video equipment, announced availability of the new Panasonic GP-US932 High Definition color camera. The two-part system includes the GP-US93HT three CCD remote head camera and the GP-US932HT high-definition (HD) control unit. Applications for the new camera system include surgical microscopy, medical, microscopy, inspection, industrial and professional applications.

Users of the new camera system can select either of the two high-definition formats, 1080 interlaced or 720 progressive. The camera contains three 1/3 inch type 16:9 Progressive HD sensors running at a full 60 frames per second. The camera produces flicker-free images with better vertical resolution. The camera also includes a 2.5x zoom function and a freeze function.

The new 1/3 inch type progressive CCDs provide exceptional sensitivity because each pixel has a large light-receiving area. In combination with the recently developed new digital signal processor (DSP) and a sophisticated offset spatial technology, the camera achieves a balance of high resolution and high S/N ratio required for HD applications. The new DSP uses 14-bit A/D conversion with 19-bit inner processing to attain unprecedented accuracy and results in true 1920 x 1080i or 1280 x 720p HD outputs. The DSP converts this progressive signal to multiple, simultaneous HD and SD outputs.

According to Dick Wheeler, President of Scientific Vision Systems, "The new Panasonic camera delivers superior life-like color accuracy because users can adjust each color separately without changing the white balance of the entire image. Each of the 12 color axes can be independently adjusted without affecting the adjacent color vector. The red color adjustment is particularly useful for biological and medical applications. The camera was originally developed for surgical microscopy. Because surgeons can adjust the red color axis to achieve an optimum visual image, they can see reds better, viewing a true visual representation during surgical procedures. Of course, the same applies to other life science and medical applications."

The control unit provides users with a powerful and flexible menu options. On-screen adjustments can be made while observing the image. The system displays a list of camera functions on the monitor screen. The user simply selects the appropriate presets and the corresponding buttons to complete the setting. The system includes three separate scene files. Each scene file includes 11 programmable parameter settings and can be customized to the user's preferences, such as specific surgical modalities.

About Scientific Vision Systems: Located in Carlsbad, CA, Scientific Vision Systems is one of the largest distributors of medical video equipment in the United States. The company handles such leading manufacturers as Sony, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Hitachi, JVC and Elmo. The company can be reached 760-929-8133 or by website: svsimaging.com

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eOfficeDirect.com Becomes Authorized Mayline Office Furniture Distributor

eOfficeDirect.com is now an authorized distributor of Mayline Office Furniture. Purchasers of office furniture know the Mayline Group is one of the top office furniture manufacturers on the market today. eOfficeDirect is a leading online distributor of office equipment, office furniture, and office supplies. They stock thousands of brand name office products at discount prices.

Bethlehem, PA (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- eOfficeDirect.com is pleased to announce they are now an authorized distributor of Mayline Office Furniture. The Mayline Group is one of the top manufacturers of high-quality office furniture available today.

Established in 1939 as the Engineering Supply Company, The Mayline Group has come a long way from its expertise in drafting tables, blueprint files, and straightedges. Mayline is now one of the most trusted sources for high-quality office products, including office furniture; office storage and filing systems; LAN workstations; mail sorting equipment and mailroom supplies; stylish, yet highly functional ergonomic chairs and office seating; and so much more. The designers and engineers from the Mayline Group are known for spending countless hours at the drafting table creating office furniture that is respected for its high quality and perfection, and few come close to providing comparable quality.

Since 2001, eOfficeDirect.com has built their reputation online as an industry leader in providing quality office furniture at a low cost and with unparalleled customer service. Since eOfficeDirect.com carries an extensive selection of office furniture, supplies, and equipment from all the major brands, it was only natural that they would team up with Mayline to give customers an even broader range of high-quality products to choose from. eOfficeDirect.com is for people who want functional, durable, comfortable, stylish office furniture and supplies, priced to meet their budget and delivered with amazing speed by people who will guarantee the quality. Providing a wide selection of products that are of excellent quality, at the right price, and delivered quickly has kept their customers loyal for years.

The knowledgeable staff at eOfficeDirect.com is available 24 hours a day to answer your questions and help you find the right item for your needs, and most items can be delivered to your home or office the very next day. With the pace of business these days, businesses cannot afford to waste time thumbing through catalogs or calling multiple vendors, which is why eOfficeDirect.com carries just about everything you will ever need in one place.

When a business needs dependable furniture, supplies, and equipment delivered by a dependable distributor, there is no better combination than the Mayline Group and eOfficeDirect.

For more information, please visit www.eofficedirect.com or call 888-363-8350 24 hours a day.

About eOfficeDirect.com -- Since 2001, eOfficeDirect has been a leading online distributor of office equipment, office furniture, and office supplies. They stock thousands of brand name office products at discount prices.

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BASF FINA LP to Implement Invensys Operator Training Simulator

Invensys Process Systems has been awarded a contract to provide a SimSci-Esscor Operating Training Simulator (OTS) for the BASF FINA Petrochemicals LP Olefins Plant in Port Arthur, Texas. The Invensys OTS solution will include DYNSIM simulation software for high fidelity process modeling, FSIM Plus software for simulation of the Foxboro I/A Series distributed control system (DCS) and TRISIM Plus software for simulation of the Triconex safety integrated system (SIS). The solution is integrated by SimSci-Esscor's SIM4ME common user environment.

Foxboro, MA (PRWEB) June 14, 2007 -- Invensys Process Systems has been awarded a contract to provide a SimSci-Esscor Operating Training Simulator (OTS) for the BASF FINA Petrochemicals LP Olefins Plant in Port Arthur, Texas. The Invensys OTS solution will include DYNSIM simulation software for high fidelity process modeling, FSIM Plus software for simulation of the Foxboro I/A Series distributed control system (DCS), and TRISIM Plus software for simulation of the Triconex safety integrated system (SIS). The solution is integrated by SimSci-Esscor's SIM4ME common user environment.

BASF FINA Petrochemicals operates one of the largest steam crackers of its type in the world, turning naphtha and light hydrocarbons into ethylene, propylene and other chemical raw materials. The SimSci-Esscor OTS will allow BASF FINA Petrochemicals to train operators on all aspects of plant operations, including normal operation, start-up, shutdown and possible upset situations in the manufacturing process.
"We selected Invensys based on its superior integrated graphical modeling environment and compatibility with our existing control systems, said Mike McAtee, General Manager of BASF FINA Petrochemical's Port Arthur site.

About BASF FINA Petrochemicals
BASF FINA Petrochemicals LP is a 60-40 joint venture between BASF Corporation of Florham Park, N.J., and Total Petrochemicals USA Inc, of Houston, Texas. BASF Corporation is the North American subsidiary of BASF AG, the world's largest chemical company, and Total Petrochemicals USA Inc, a subsidiary of France-based Total, one of the world's leading oil companies.

About Invensys
Invensys is the world leader in industrial asset performance management, a strategy designed to help today's industrial enterprises to effectively balance the availability and utilization of their production assets to match changing business requirements. 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, DYNSIM, TRISIM, FSIM, SIM4ME, Foxboro, I/A Series, 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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American Elements Combines Nanoparticle, Rare Earths and Bulk Chemical Capabilities in Launch of New AE Water Treatment Group

American Elements announced today the launch of a new product group created through the merger of several technological and manufacturing capabilities under a single sales and technical support team. The new group will operate under the trade name AE Water Treatment™.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- American Elements announced today the launch of a new product group created through the merger of several technological and manufacturing capabilities under a single sales and technical support team. The new group will operate under the trade name AE Water Treatment™. The new division is discussed in more detail at www.americanelements.com/AEwatertreatment.html.

With the development of several novel approaches to water treatment and ground water remediation using advanced materials such as nano materials like iron nanoparticles, and certain rare earth compounds like lanthanum chloride, American Elements has enhanced the support of these unique products through the launch of a separate water treatment chemicals group. The division will also manage American Elements' line of nuclear reactor treatment chemicals and industrial flocculants.

The consolidation is intended to streamline sales and customer support of water treatment materials and combine production capabilities where possible for better efficiency. The consolidation will not result in any worker or staffing reductions.

For further technical and pricing information on AE Water Treatment™ 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 www.americanelements.com. 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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Ohio Boosts Innovation In National Security Technology

State’s aerospace infrastructure leads to advanced sensor technology research, business development and product commercialization.

Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- Ohio’s strong infrastructure in the aerospace industry is driving the latest technologies in advanced sensing capabilities, keeping the nation safe from chemical, biological, explosive and radiological threats, according to the Ohio Business Development Coalition (OBDC), the nonprofit organization marketing the state for capital investment.

The newly created Institute for Development and Commercialization of Advanced Sensor Technology (IDCAST) showcases Ohio’s strength in sensor development. The program was launched through the University of Dayton and a host of partner organizations with the help of Ohio’s Third Frontier Project. IDCAST’s mission is to create jobs in Ohio by facilitating and driving partnerships between government, industry and academia that boost technology innovation, business development and product commercialization. The OBDC says IDCAST will strengthen the state’s supportive business culture, which allows businesses to thrive and provides executives the time to pursue their personal aspirations.

“Advanced sensor technologies are crucial to our present and future national defense strategy,” said Joe Renaud, Ohio’s aerospace and defense advisor. “Ohio offers a strong infrastructure centered on aerospace and sensor technology, a legacy of successful development and manufacturing and a culture of collaboration that drives innovation by allowing the best young minds in the nation to partner with successful professionals to develop new technologies.”

IDCAST provides an essential framework for bringing together the technologies, innovations and collaborations needed to develop, integrate and deliver this capability for defense, homeland security and commercial applications. According to the University of Dayton Research Institute, IDCAST is projected to have a $238 million impact on Ohio’s economy and create 364 high-paying jobs within eight years

Ohio Boosts Innovation in National Security Technology – 2

Sensor technology is one of the newest research areas funded by the Third Frontier program. Along with IDCAST, Ohio has two sensor related centers that are developing new technologies to benefit the aerospace and defense economy. The Wright Center for Sensor Systems Engineering (WCSSE), led by Cleveland State University is discovering new ways to solve aerospace problems, make planes smarter and provide seamless integration of sensors into complex control systems.

“Ohio’s strength in developing new technologies for the aerospace industry is complemented by a world-class logistics infrastructure and a large, skilled labor pool, positioning Ohio as one of the most convenient and lucrative places to build a business in the aerospace industry,” said Ed Burghard, executive director of the Ohio Business Development Coalition. “Ohio offers a unique micro-metropolitan city structure which ensures business success, and leaves more time for executives to pursue their personal aspirations. Ohio is the state of perfect balance.”

About the Ohio Business Development Coalition
The Ohio Business Development Coalition is a nonprofit organization that provides marketing strategy and implementation to support Ohio’s economic development efforts. For more information, visit http://www.ohiomeansbusiness.com.

Media Contact: Dace de la Foret
Paul Werth Associates
614-224-8114, ext. 235

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U.S. Navy Awards Pedigree Technologies $8.4 Million Contract to Implement Intelligent Wireless Operating Network

Pedigree Technologies was recently awarded an $8.4 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee contract from Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR).

Fargo, ND (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- Pedigree Technologies , an end-to-end solutions provider of sensor network systems and services, was recently awarded an $8.4 million Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee contract from Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Pedigree will utilize their end-to-end network solutions to integrate with Electro-Optical Radio Frequency and Acoustic Sensors and UAV technologies for remote wireless security and unmanned surveillance applications.

“Our technology dramatically reduces the deployment, integration, management and infrastructure costs associated with wireless technologies. This system gives NAVAIR the freedom to use one system flexible enough to integrate with a number of wireless technologies needed for surveillance and security applications,” says Alex Warner, President and Founder of Pedigree Technologies.

Pedigree will deploy robust ad-hoc tools and systems to aid in the rapid integration of security and surveillance for unmanned conflict zones, as well as for critical infrastructure protection, reconnaissance, perimeter monitoring and improved intelligence gathering.

“New energy-efficient wireless technologies are being utilized for applications in sensor networking, monitoring, tracking and control,” says Warner. “In order to truly take advantage of the easy-to-use nature of wireless technologies, the underlying network infrastructure and software system must promote an ad-hoc, deploy-anywhere spirit, while addressing security and communications concerns.”

Pedigree Technologies intends to take advantage of its vast experience in remote sensor network management by employing a wireless platform that provides advanced centralized, aggregated and managed communication from multiple remote sites via a single unified wireless system. This robust product suite includes Pedigree’s iRamp wireless gateway and bridge products , as well as the company’s Lineage System Network and Portal Software. Pedigree also contracts with wireless sensor and hardware providers to adopt LAN-based wireless surveillance sensing and integration with UAV systems.

Pedigree’s multi-million dollar, multi-year contract is expected to circulate international interest in a wireless development hub located at North Dakota State University Research and Technology Park.

Pedigree Technologies (www.pedigreetechnologies.com) is a technology firm located in Fargo, ND. The company engineers wireless sensor system software that enables “smart asset management applications” for government and private industries in need of cost-effective, OEM-ready, enterprise end-to-end solutions. Pedigree products and services consist of customizable hardware and software systems that redefine applications in wireless asset management and security.

For more information, contact: April Steffan, H2M, 701-237-4180.

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BidClerk Reports Construction Projects Up for Bid in the Washington, D.C. Area

BidClerk's report on commercial building projects planned for the D.C. metro area to go out for bid or start construction in the next 90 days.

(PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- BidClerk, the Construction Industry Search Engine, reported today that the following building projects are planning to go out for bids or start construction in the next 90 days in the Washington, DC Metro Area. Businesses interested in providing services relative to these projects should visit www.BidClerk.com and reference the Project ID listed below to obtain direct contact information for each job:

Winchester, VA - T.G.I Friday's # 528, 111 E Tevis St., 5,818-square-foot restaurant, August 2007, $800,000. Project ID : 524293

California, MD - Dollar Tree, 10,000-square-foot retail store, August 2007, $500,000. Project ID : 620345

Springfield, VA - Emmanuel Bible Church Addition and Renovation, 401 Southern Dr., 27,000-square-foot church addition and renovation, August 2007, $4 million. Project ID : 615416

Forest Hill, MD - Celebree Learning Center, 1519 Rock Spring Road, 8,000-square-foot administrative building, July 2007, $1 million. Project ID : 615405

Bel Air, MD - Wawa Gas Station, Bynum Road, 6,400-square-foot convenience store/gas station, September 2008, $900,000. Project ID : 614913

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

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The United States Gypsum Corporation Establishes Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust

The US Gypsum Corporation Asbestos Personal Injury Settlement Trust began accepting claims in February 2007 for individuals who have been injured or who have the potential to become injured from exposure to asbestos in US Gypsum products.

New York, NY (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- The US Gypsum Asbestos Trust began accepting claims in February. The trust was formed under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to handle asbestos related personal injury claims that United States Gypsum Corporation is legally responsible for. Early, Ludwick, Sweeney and Strauss, a New Haven, Connecticut based law firm specializing in mesothelioma lawsuits, is currently filing claims with the US Gypsum Company Trust on behalf of individuals who have been injured due to asbestos exposure.

The United States Gypsum Company (USG) is most notably recognized for its manufacturing of gypsum-based products (i.e. sheetrock / drywall) and ceiling suspension systems that are primarily used in the construction trade. Between 1920 and 1978 some of the products produced by USG contained asbestos. Workers in the construction industry and other trades who worked with or in the vicinity of these products were at risk for developing asbestos related diseases like mesothelioma. This exposure risk occurred as a result of workers breathing in asbestos fibers that became suspended in the air during the building and construction process. As a result of this exposure, a significant number of lawsuits were brought against the United States Gypsum Company and USG was forced to declare Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2001 in an effort to thwart escalating litigation expenses. In 2006, the asbestos personal injury settlement trust was established as part of a Joint Plan of Reorganization for coming out of Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. For more information visit http://www.usgasbestostrust.com.

About Early, Ludwick, Sweeney & Strauss

For over two decades, the law firm of Early, Ludwick, Sweeney & Strauss has represented mesothelioma victims and their families. The firm is comprised of a dedicated team of mesothelioma attorneys that have become nationally recognized for not only the results achieved for their clients but for the understanding and compassion consistently shown throughout the litigation process. As a result, Early, Ludwick, Early & Strauss has been awarded Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating. The firm is currently licensed to practice in: California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington D.C. In addition, the firm has close working relationships with attorneys throughout the U.S., to assist in the representation of individuals with mesothelioma in other states. For more information about Early, Ludwick, Sweeney & Strauss, call 800-336-0086 or visit http://www.elslaw.com.

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Warehouses Protect Pallet Racks and Personnel with New Safety Measures

Combine two powerful products and maximize your facility safety

(PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- In a warehouse or other storage facility, safety of both personnel and material must be the paramount concern. Every year, forklift accidents account for thousands of serious injuries and dozens of deaths in industrial facilities. Additionally, tens of thousands to millions of dollars are lost in material damage from fork truck collisions with other equipment, pallet racks, and merchandise. The safest move a facility can make is to institute a powerful one-two punch with the industry's most impact-resistant pallet rack, fortified with Column Core column reinforcement, and Steel Guard guardrails.

Column Core
One vital aspect to this kind of protection is taking care of a facility's pallet racks--a hefty investment subject to considerable abuse. "Wherever there is a lot of damage to uprights, it's usually occurring because the fork truck drivers are using the uprights as guides," says Kurt Larson, Central Regional Sales Manager for Steel King, Inc. "They're bumping the uprights on the front or the sides, coming around corners, and bumping into the lower portion of the frame."

The most rugged solution to consistent rack damage available today is Steel King's SK2000 tubular boltless pallet rack--the benchmark system in the storage market--reinforced with a C-shaped column insert called the Column Core. The SK2000, with its fully welded, all tubular uprights, is already 2 1/2 times more impact resistant than its open-column, bolt-together competition. With the Column Core added it becomes a full 5 times more impact resistant at the front corners and sides where the uprights are most vulnerable.

Column Core is a factory-installed option to Steel King's SK2000 tubular, boltless pallet rack. With Column Core installed, companies retain full adjustability of their pallet storage rack beams, reduce puncturing, buckling and torsional twisting of their pallet storage rack uprights, and increased protection without any additional installation costs.

Because most forklift damage is in the lower 48 inches of rack uprights, that is where the Column Core is usually installed and where it will provide the most benefit. Column Core is sold in standard heights from 6 to 96 inches, in 6-inch increments, and custom heights are available upon request.

Steel Guard
For the protection of personnel, equipment and stored goods, installation of heavy-duty steel guardrails in facilities is essential. "Any company with any sort of industrial traffic greatly benefits from protection of personnel against forklift or other motorized traffic," says Jay Anderson, president of Steel King. "This would include a broad spectrum of operations, including warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities."

Strength is the prime concern in the choosing and implementation of such rails, and Steel King's Steel Guard meets and exceeds requirements for most installations. The rugged specs include a 14"-high, 3-ribbed design in 11 gauge corrugated steel--the most rigid rail currently available--utilizing 3 bolts at each end for mounting on 4-inch square 1/4-inch thick heavy-duty structural steel columns which are then bolted to the floor.

The rails are customizable to needed lengths and can be single-rail or double-rail in height. In addition to the standard bolted-to-post system, an optional lift-out/drop-in rail system is available which maintains accessibility to material or equipment while providing uninterrupted protection.

Combined together, the Column-Core-reinforced SK2000 pallet rack and Steel Guard guardrails, both from Steel King, provide durable, long-lasting protection and mean substantial reduction or elimination of damage to pallet racks, stored goods, equipment, and most important of all, personnel.

For more information about this article contact Donald Heemstra at Steel King, 2700 Chamber St., Stevens Point, WI 54481 or call at 1-800-826-0203, or visit the website at www.steelking.com

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EquipNet Opens Singapore Office

Asia Pacific location builds on already strong global presence.

Canton, MA (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- EquipNet, Inc., the leading provider of proactive asset management solutions, today announced the opening of its Singapore office. The new office is the latest addition to EquipNet's growing number of global locations, which includes various locations in the U.S., Toronto, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and London.

The new location gives EquipNet a foothold in the burgeoning Asian market by providing sales and services from employees that understand the various local marketplaces. The company will offer unmatched industry expertise to help customers manage their excess manufacturing assets.

"With Asian countries unlocking their markets to international competition and manufacturing expanding to compete in overseas markets, EquipNet is uniquely positioned to help Asian companies manage their surplus assets on both a global and local level," said Ben Potenza, Vice President of Marketing Operations for EquipNet.

Industry veteran Vincent Wee will head EquipNet's new Singapore operations. Mr. Wee has over 27 years industry experience in plant and machinery sales, appraisals and real estate in Asia including Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, China, Indonesia and India.

Wee was a Senior Vice President for global online sales of used capital assets and appraisals at an international auction and valuation company. Earlier Mr. Wee was the Managing Director and owner of Real Estate Plant & Machinery Appraisal and Auction Company for 20 years with offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong.

"EquipNet has emerged as a very successful leader in surplus asset management," said Roger Gallo, CEO & President of EquipNet. "The opening of an office in Singapore will strengthen EquipNet's efforts in delivering the best experience to our customers in that geography,"

EquipNet's new office is located at 09-06, 133 New Bridge Road, Chinatown Point in Singapore and already has a number of large customers in the region, including: Colgate-Palmolive, GlaxoSmithKline, Eastman Chemical and Hexion Chemical. Mr. Wee can be contacted at +65 6220 5080.

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

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Flow Line Options New P-72 Copolymer Flow Meters Provide Economical Metering of Chlorine And Caustics

Flo-Corp's P-72 Styrene Copolymer heavy bodied meters are specifically designed for demanding applications including chlorine, hot wet chlorine gas, chlorine dioxide, sodium hydroxide, high pH sodium hypochlorite, and brines. Previously limited to select OEM accounts, these flowmeters are now offered to the entire chlor-alkali market, along with wastewater treatment plants, chemical processors, and other users of harsh chemicals.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- Flo-Corp's P-72 Flow Meters provide a tough, simple, and accurate flowmetering solution for chlor-alkali fluid service. These heavy bodied flowmeters are specifically designed for demanding applications including chlorine brines, hot wet chlorine gas, chlorine dioxide, sodium hydroxide, high pH sodium hypochlorite, and other chlor-alkali applications. Previously custom manufactured for electrolytic cells in the production of chlor-alkali and chlorate chemicals, an engineer in one division of Occidental Chemical called them the "safety standard for chlor-alkali service."

These chlorine flow meters were also selected for the City of Akron's Water Supply Plant for their Sedimentation Basins Rehabilitation Project. Fluids being metered include chlorine and chlorine dioxide. MEM is the only company offering chlorine flow meters in this special material, and Akron selected them because they offered superior corrosion resistance to the chlorine solutions. Additionally, Flo-Corp's meters cost less than the meters originally specified on the job.

Depending on the service, wetted materials are all P-72 Copolymer or P-72 with titanium, electroless nickel plated T310 stainless, and Teflon internals for maximum corrosion resistance. Sight tubes may be glass, polysulfone, or P-72 (again, depending on fluid service). For all P-72 meters, an externally coupled magnetic flow indicator is used.

Flo-Corp's P-72 meters are offered in a variety of flow ranges from 1 to 300 GPM Liquid, or 20 to 3500 SCFM Gas (100 psig, 70 degree F. air equivalent). Pressure-temperature ratings are similar to CPVC. Flanged connections are standard, although NPT and socket cement connections are offered as options. Like all standard MEM Products, P-72 flow meters can be disassembled without removing the body from the pipeline to facilitate cleaning.

These thermoplastic flowmeters may also be supplied with Flo-Corp's electronic accessories, including alarms, remote 4-20mA outputs, and flow computers.

About Flow Line Options Corp.
Flow Line Options was incorporated in the State of Ohio in 1988, and is located near Cleveland. The corporation started with the purpose of representing a small number of manufacturers focused in the marketing and service of instrumentation to municipal, electrical and industrial markets. These include Steel, Automotive, Petro-Chemical, Food, Consumer Health Care, Municipal, Regulated and Non-Regulated Utilities.

In late 1999, Flow Line expanded to the Web, and provides services worldwide. The company also began packaging systems and manufacturing some of its own products. Although it deals with a world market, Flow Line has maintained its small business attitude and commitment to customers.

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Borden Elliott & Pierce Announce New Partnership with Online Recruiter

Borden Elliott and Pierce say complaints that recruiters cannot respond to every job seeker have prompted two companies to come together to provide a full range of services.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- Borden Elliott and Pierce say complaints that recruiters cannot respond to every job seeker have prompted two companies to come together to provide a full range of services.

Borden Elliott & Pierce get complaints that recruiters do not respond when they get someone's resume; and recruiters complain that they simply don't have the time to respond to each resume. According to one source, "If recruiters took the time to respond to each resume, we'd spend all of our time responding and wouldn't have time to work on placements. Part of the problem is that most of the resumes we get for any given posting simply don't qualify for the job."

Borden Elliott & Pierce (and some affiliates) have developed a relationship with Whitehall recruiting that might solve the problem brought on by complaints on both sides of this dilemma.

Whitehall sends an email response to each applicant that acknowledges their receipt of interest from the candidate. Within that email is an invitation to fill out their inquiry form. If the job seeker agrees to have information shared with a career marketing firm Whitehall will (if appropriate) forward the inquiry to Borden Elliott & Pierce. "Complaints that we are not responding have already dropped," says Whitehall.

Borden Elliott & Pierce feel complaints about recruiter's lack of response will always exist. According to the spokesperson, "The problem is that recruiters only find a job for one person at a time, even though they may get hundreds of resumes for the same job. They (recruiters) are not bad people just busy people. Facts are facts; unless a company is looking to fill a lot of positions at once (which seldom happens) it will always be the case that the recruiter will ultimately only get one candidate that job."

When asked what makes Borden Elliott & Pierce different from recruiters? "Recruiters get a position to fill for a company and seek the one candidate out of many to fill that need. We work with our clients to approach companies. It's kind of like recruiting in reverse. We work with a client on approaching many companies, instead of a company seeking one prospective employee out of many."

For more on Borden Elliott & Pierce go to http://www.bepcflorida.com/assessment.html.

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New Uniwall® Counter System From Eagle Improves Lead Times and Simplifies Foodservice Installations

The new UniWall® counter system from the SpecFAB Division of Eagle Foodservice Equipment is a revolutionary step forward in simplifying kitchen and other foodservice installations. The unique, powerful turnkey design of the UniWall® system integrates retaining wall elements with counters, thereby eliminating many of the problems and installation delays that foodservice projects typically face in their final stages.

Clayton, Del. (Vocus/PRWEB ) June 13, 2007 -- The new UniWall® counter system from the SpecFAB Division of Eagle Foodservice Equipment is a revolutionary step forward in simplifying kitchen and other foodservice installations. The unique, powerful turnkey design of the UniWall® system integrates retaining wall elements with counters, thereby eliminating many of the problems and installation delays that foodservice projects typically face in their final stages.

UniWall® allows specifiers or designers to lay out counters, serving lines and bars that are NSF-approved with factory pre-plumbed and/or UL-listed wiring options. The heart of the UniWall® system is its 12-gauge galvanized stud wall with horizontal utility chase openings for running beverage, plumbing and electrical lines - all accessible through easy-access front panels. Each prefabricated counter-and-wall system is designed, wired and plumbed for water, sewer and electricity according to each installation's specific needs. The UniWall® system also serves as a structural wall element, replacing the need to build retaining walls at the job site.

Because each UniWall® system is designed and built to individual project specs, installation time at the job site is dramatically reduced. This also means that the need to retain expensive specialized electrician and plumbing labor to be on hand during the installation process is significantly reduced. Moreover, since UniWall® is classified as equipment, it qualifies for a reduced amortization schedule as compared to onsite construction.

Eagle's UniWall® counter system is an ideal solution for many foodservice installations such as bars, chef preparation stands and concession stands. When used in dishwashing stations, UniWall® eliminates the need for building a permanent wall supporting the dish pass-through area. When used in cafeteria serving lines, UniWall® acts as a great support for tray slides. UniWall® systems have been installed in schools, theaters, casinos, sports facilities and restaurants. In fact, practically any installation where there is a need to run plumbing, electrical or mechanical lines in fabricated equipment is a natural application for the system.

The "plug and use" aspects of UniWall® deliver other benefits, too. All piping and wiring is already completed and positioned within UniWall's specially designed channels, thereby eliminating the need to drill holes in the equipment onsite. On-site labor technicians hook up the connections with the main electrical and plumbing service, thereby simplifying as well as shortening the installation process. (It also reduces the chance of making errors in the wiring and plumbing.)

Since Eagle's UniWall® design provides such easy access to the conduit and piping, equipment serviceability is improved. Plus, if future plans ever call for changing the equipment floor plan of the kitchen space, UniWall® is easy to move and can be repositioned and reused, with no need to build new retaining walls.

The sleek aesthetics of the UniWall® system represent a further improvement over traditional retaining wall structures. The durable construction featuring type 304 stainless steel components is more attractive, with component dimensions able to be matched far more precisely (no more out-of-plumb areas to contend with as so often happens when fitting components to wood or concrete retaining walls). Eagle also offers its own custom millwork and other aesthetic detailing - including Wilsonart® laminate, Corian® solid surface, overshelf systems, sneeze guards and drop-in mechanical units such as food wells - to deliver distinctive designs according to each customer's preferences.

The UniWall® counter system is the latest innovation from Eagle's SpecFAB Division. Established more than 10 years ago, SpecFAB's mission is to fill the gap between lower-cost but less-precisely matched standard equipment, and high-cost "wish-and-wait for" highly customized solutions. UniWall® and other proprietary systems help compress lead times in the design and fabrication process, while at the same time providing full functionality and notable cost efficiencies.

For more details on the new UniWall® counter system or other innovative equipment solutions provided by Eagle's SpecFAB Division, contact Dennis Clark (ext. 3043) with sales inquiries, or Eagle's Marketing Department (ext. 3129) with inquiries pertaining to marketing support. Telephone: (800) 441-8440 or (302) 653-3000. FAX: (302) 653-2065. Web site: www.eaglegrp.com.

Contact:
Lynda Donavon
800-441-8440 or 302-653-3000 ext 3027

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NBS Technologies launches SmartSys™ - the new machine control software

SmartSys™ is NBS Technologies' newest advance in machine control technology designed by our own software design team, UbiQ®, to run our Horizon card personalization equipment.

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) June 13, 2007 -- NBS is proud to announce the introduction of SmartSys™, the newest machine control software that offers superior functionality for the Horizon® family of card personalization products.

Developed by NBS' software group, UbiQ®, the SmartSys™ MCS Platform is not only a machine control platform but the foundation for a suite of products that will allow customers to go beyond standard machine control. From detailed data mining, superior data security and encryption, to easier file integration and operator monitoring the SmartSys™ application suite ensures that every card processed complies with international regulatory standards in mind.

"The SmartSys™ MCS Platform represents over two years of product development effort whose main purpose is to provide a 'go-forward', state-of-the-art platform for end-to-end secure card production." remarks Eliot Sobel, Director, CTC Business Unit. "We believe that SmartSys™ puts NBS at the forefront of machine control technology for card personalization. Our software can be run on the NBS Horizon card personalization system and offers competitive equipment transparency."

The SmartSys™ MCS Platform represents a significant leap forward in both operation and machine management with tangible benefits including:

> Easier to use - Brand new user interface designed for the production floor.

> Easier to train - Simpler user interface allowing for quicker ramp up time for new staff.

> Improved machine control and error recovery - Significantly improved machine control and error logging to identify and address application and production errors.

> Improved Diagnostics -Improved diagnostics which enable support groups to better analyze and diagnose application and production issues.

> Improved reporting - Detailed reports which provide information on the production status of a particular job. There are also improved machine and job logs which allow for more detailed reporting.

> Data security Compliance (New VISA requirements) - Fully compliant with Visa's new data security and encryption requirements. This will allow you to continue to meet all applicable Visa production requirements for Banks and Bureau's.

> Improved File Handling - Support for highly variable input file formats including embedded FIR records, layouts (line locations), enabling cross-vendor file support. This minimizes the overall support costs.

> Production Monitoring - Real-time, detailed information on machine utilization, and production status.

> Tighter integration into the EMV products - EMV application integration into the machine control software which provides a tightly coupled solution.

> More consistent with production flow processes - Workflow which more accurately represents that of the production floor. Card layout, file integration and operator tasks are clearly delineated and supported.

> Improved access security - Improved and easier to manage secure user authorization and authentication.

> Improved file management and card layout utilities - Card layout and file management utilities that are easy to use, well integration and intuitive to the appropriate user. These can be operated either integrated into the machine control software or as stand lone applications.

Current Horizon® machine owners will be given the opportunity to upgrade their equipment from the current Conquest® software system. In addition, beginning June 1, 2007 all new Horizon® products will be shipped with SmartSys™ as the standard software. For more information about NBS and our complete line of card personalization solutions, please consult our website at www.nbstech.com.

About NBS Technologies Inc.
For over 30 years, NBS Technologies remains a leading provider of equipment for card personalization, smart card and semiconductor manufacturing, secure ID, and payment solutions for financial institutions, governments, and corporations worldwide. The company manufactures specialized and complementary product lines within its Smart Solutions, and Payment Solutions business units. NBS Technologies is a global company with locations in Canada, USA, France, UK and China, along with a worldwide dealer network. NBS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Asset Management (www.brookfield.com), a specialist asset manager. Focused on property, power and infrastructure assets, Brookfield has approximately $70 billion of assets under management and is co-listed on the New York and Toronto Stock exchanges. For more information, visit www.nbstech.com.

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June 12, 2007

Tangible Express to be Featured in the July Publication of Plastics Technology

Tangible Express, fractional ownership provider of SLS/SLA rapid prototyping technology from 3D Systems, will be featured in the upcoming July publication of Plastics Technology magazine in response to their innovative Tangible Alliance Program.

(PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Tangible Express, fractional ownership provider of rapid prototyping technology from 3D systems, will be featured in the July publication of Plastics Technology magazine. The story is in response to the successful launch of the Tangible Alliance Program the new fractional ownership program from Tangible Express.

"We're pleased that industry publications have taken notice of our innovative fractional ownership program here at Tangible Express." commented Ben Stier, Marketing Director of Tangible Express. "We are introducing new ideas to the rapid prototyping world and the industry is taking notice." added Stier. "We're grateful that Plastics Technology and other reputable industry publications are taking an interest in the direction we're going here at Tangible Express; these are valuable resources in spreading our message of fractional ownership." commented Alex Linde, President and C.O.O.

This announcement comes as Tangible Express prepares to take the Tangible Alliance Program, the industry's first fractional ownership program, to the Medical Design and Manufacturing exposition in New York City where they will exhibit the week of June 11.

After launching the Tangible Alliance Program in February of 2007, Tangible Express has expanded their facility three times to accommodate the needs of their customers. Tangible Express currently utilizes nineteen build platforms on thirteen machines including seven Viper™ Pro SLA® systems which are a cornerstone of the fractional ownership program.

Customers can purchase single or multiple fractions in 3D Systems' equipment owned and operated by Tangible Express, which includes 3D Systems entire Additive Manufacturing Technologies' portfolio, at prices well below the cost of a single system. The large rapid prototyping capacity enables Tangible Express to guarantee monthly cubic inches of building material to their fractional ownership customers. Tangible's customers can also expect a faster turnaround than industry standard because they are guaranteed specific building capacity on a monthly basis.

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Analytical Spectral Devices, Inc. Changes Operating Name to ASD Inc.

In a strategic move, ASD Inc. is streamlining the company name to a more internationally friendly brand and introducing an updated corporate logo. International sales account for nearly 70% of ASD's revenue and these changes reflect the company's continued expansion into global markets.

Boulder, Colo. (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Analytical Spectral Devices, Inc. , the world leader since 1990 in field-portable spectrometers and spectroradiometers is now officially conducting business as ASD Inc. (ASD). Over the past several years ASD has expanded it's scope and now serves as a global provider of high-performance analytical instrumentation solutions addressing some of the most challenging real-world materials measurement problems for industrial professionals and scientific researchers world-wide.

In a strategic move, ASD Inc. is streamlining the company name to a more internationally friendly brand and introducing an updated corporate logo. International sales account for nearly 70% of ASD's revenue and these changes reflect the company's continued expansion into global markets.

"We have been known as ASD by many of our customers and colleagues for years. We are simply making it official as we move towards becoming a more global and market-driven brand. The pioneers who built our technology platform remain on board, and we are dedicated to maintaining our customer-centric culture and tradition," said ASD CEO Dave Rzasa.

As a result of continued growth and market penetration, ASD will be expanding its facilities, and launching a new website later this summer.

About ASD
ASD Inc. is a global provider of high-performance, analytical instrumentation solutions and unsurpassed in addressing the most challenging real-world materials measurement problems. We collaborate with industrial professionals, analytical researchers, and remote sensing scientists to provide the most reliable analytical instrumentation solutions available. Backed by world-class customer-focused service and support of the highest quality and integrity, our laboratory, field-mobile, and process instrumentation delivers materials measurement in real-time, exactly where each customer needs to use it, on-site or at remote locations. Established in 1990 and based in Boulder, Colorado, USA, ASD Inc. has a global distribution network for our customers world-wide.

For more information, please contact Amanda Griffin, ASD Marketing Communications Manager, 5335 Sterling Drive, Ste. A, Boulder, CO 80301 USA; 303/444-6522, 303/444-6825, www.asdi.com.

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Informative Object-Oriented Data Management Webinar Offered by Objectivity

Software developers will learn about object-oriented database management systems.

Sunnyvale, CA (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Supporting growing demand for information about object oriented technology and its real-time data management platform Objectivity/DB®, Objectivity, Inc. today announces the continuation of its series of complementary educational webinars. The next in this series "What to Do When the Best of Breed Isn't Enough: Exploring Database Management Technologies" helps software developers and system architects understand how and when to use the most effective database management system for their object oriented application development. The webinar will present object-oriented (ODBMS) and relational database (RDBMS) technologies and discuss the merits and advantages of each.

Experts will compare ODBMS and RDBMS technologies and discuss when you should consider using ODBMS. They will also examine the Objectivity/DB platform--the only ODBMS that is fully distributed--and its ability to store and manage complex information as objects while enabling high performance applications to be built with virtually unlimited scalability, reliability, availability and flexibility.

Tuesday, June 26 at 12 noon EDT
This online webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at 12 noon EDT / 9:00am PDT / 5:00pm GMT. To obtain additional information or register for this webinar, please visit http://www.objectivity.com/pages/webinars/default.asp.

Object-Oriented Webinar Presenters and Bios
Presenting from Objectivity will be Mr. Brian Clark, vice president, technical services, Lenny Hoffman product requirements manager and principal consultant and Todd Stavish senior systems engineer. With more than 30 years of software industry experience, Mr. Clark is responsible for all systems engineering and professional services for Objectivity's customer base. Prior to joining Objectivity in 1989, he worked at Automation Technology Products. Previously Mr. Clark was with project management services at International Computers Limited, one of Europe's leading computer companies at the time. Recently Mr. Clark was among four speakers invited to present at the inaugural National Visualization and Analytics Center (NVAC) Consortium. His presentation covered building data fusion management solutions for real-time, mission-critical intelligence fusion and scientific applications. Brian will share his thoughts about solutions for storing and managing very large volumes of complex data for event and relationship processing.

Also presenting for Objectivity will be Lenny Hoffman and Todd Stavish. Lenny Hoffman has worked Objectivity for seven years as a customer consultant, developer and requirements manager and has more than 10 years of experience working with Objectivity/DB. Prior to joining Objectivity, Lenny was a customer himself. He used Objectivity/DB extensively to capture avionic system design information while working at Rockwell Collins.

Todd Stavish has expertise in a range of distributed computing applications. He has worked in telecommunications, process control, automation and scientific computing. Todd specializes in advising customers about complex modeling, performance optimization and building fault tolerant applications.

Supporting New Programming Paradigms and Accelerating Object Oriented Development
Our world changes every day. Programming languages, hardware, systems and business processes are constantly evolving. RDBMS can work well in some situations but they can only satisfy a certain problem set. In object oriented development, as complexity increases, the mismatch between the RDBMS and the application grows. You find that you need to manage more relationships and provide more distributed, scalable access. The ideal solution is often an ODBMS as it will expand and sustain itself while dynamically adapting to how it is used. The successful software developer will benefit from knowing when the situation calls for an ODBMS.

About Objectivity, Inc.
Objectivity, Inc. is a global technology leader in data management products and services for software applications with the most demanding data management challenges. The company's flagship product, Objectivity/DB® is the leading object oriented data management (ODBMS) platform for the real-time management of complex inter-related data. Objectivity/DB is recognized for its ability to store and manage very large volumes of complex data for event and relationship processing within mission-critical applications. These applications are developed by ISVs, OEMs and end-users in government intelligence and the military, process control, medical and telecommunications equipment and financial services. Objectivity/DB enables organizations to monitor, analyze and respond by identifying inter-relationships or anomalies providing real-time intelligence for predictive analysis and decision support.

Objectivity, Inc. is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA. Please contact us by visiting our contact page , objectivity.com or calling (408) 992-7100. Objectivity/DB is available on a 60-day Free Trial basis at objectivity.com/download. Objectivity also provides Free Object Database Training Courses online at learn.objectivity.com.

Note to editors Objectivity/DB is a registered trademark of Objectivity, Inc. All other company, organization, product or alliance names mentioned herein remain the property of their respective owners.

For more Information Contact:
Kristi Furrer
Director, Public Relations
Objectivity, Inc.
303-525-0924
kristi.furrer @ objectivity.com

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Select Safety Sales Introduces Sqwincher Electrolyte Drink To Combat Heat Stress In The Industrial Workplace

Select Safety Sales introduces Sqwincher Electrolyte Replacement Drink to its line of safety products this summer. It prevents heat stress and greatly improves productivity in an industrial work environment

Clark, NJ (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 - With the hot weather approaching, Select Safety Sales introduces the Sqwincher Electrolyte Replacement Drink to compliment its line of PPE Personal Protective Equipment. Sqwincher Electrolyte Drink is made especially for industry. Construction workers can really benefit from this high quality electrolyte drink. Working long hours in extremely hot conditions can be dangerous. It is extremely important for workers in industry to stay well hydrated during the heat of the summer.

"If workers do not stay continuously hydrated in a hot environment, they could be in danger of heat stress or even more serious, heat stroke," says Matthew Kane, owner of Select Safety Sales. Excessive heat exposure can have serious consequences on both the health and productivity of industrial workers in the summer months.

Potassium, sodium and other important minerals are lost when a worker sweats. An electrolyte replacement drink like Sqwincher is much better than water at replacing those lost minerals and restoring the proper balance in the body during heat stress. Sqwincher is absorbed into the body 98% faster than water and has a great taste so workers will keep drinking to stay hydrated.

Employers in industrial settings should consider having an electrolyte replacement drink as part of their safety program and readily available for their employees. Sqwincher Electrolyte Drinks will help to increase productivity and in addition keep their workforce safe in the hot weather. Keeping employees hydrated on a hot and humid day is as vital as ensuring that they wear their hard hats and safety goggles on the job-site. Heat related illness can have a negative impact on a company's bottom line as much as any other job-related injury. A healthy and safe employee is a productive employee.

"I choose to offer this product because of its many benefits for the industrial worker," states Matthew Kane. "I look for products to sell that truly give my customers a safety advantage in the workplace and I believe Sqwincher to be one of those products."

Select Safety Sales offers a complete line of safety products for the construction and industrial markets.

For additional information contact:

Matthew Kane
Select Safety Sales LLC
(866) 864-3495
www.selectsafetysales.com

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Never Kiss a Frog™ and FrogFellas™ Join Rosenthal Represents at 2007 International Licensing Expo in NY at Booth 2108

Two exciting new brands, Never Kiss a Frog™ and FrogFellas™ will be featured at the Rosenthal Represents booth, 2108, at the International Licensing Show at the Javits Center in New York City on June 19-21. These new collections of humorous frog art, characters and witty sayings appeal to a wide audience from kids and tweens to women in their 20's, 30's and up. Manufacturers and companies specializing in mobile accessories, footwear, apparel, plush toys, home and office items, giftware, stationery and greeting cards are invited to see the unique product concepts on display. For details or to make an appointment, contact Marilyn Anderson at 310-502-4047 or visit www.neverkissafrog.com.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Two exciting new brands, Never Kiss a Frog™ and FrogFellas™ will be featured at the Rosenthal Represents booth, 2108, at the International Licensing Show at the Javits Center in New York City on June 19-21.

These new collections of humorous frog art, characters and spicy wit appeal to a wide audience from kids and tweens to women in their 20's, 30's and up.

Manufacturers and companies specializing in apparel, footwear, mobile accessories, home and office items, giftware, stationery and greeting cards are invited to see the unique product concepts on display, including:

The FrogFone™ - a dynamic and hip new design for cell phones
FrogFlops™ - FlipFlops that kids are sure to flip over
ToadBags™ - Adorable, eye-catching tote bags
FrogNotes… laugh 'til you croak™ - a series of greeting cards for everyone

Plush, toy and figurine manufacturers willl find FrogFellas™ irresistible for a "toadally ribbeting" series of plush, bean filled, or ceramic characters.

Some of them are Count Frogula, The Godfrogger, Croak & Dagger, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Toad, Smokin' and Croakin' and many more. Each of the cute and clever FrogFellas™ can be accompanied by its own distinctive Wart Warning or Ribbet Snippet.

The brand, Never Kiss a Frog - One Giant Leap for Womankind, is derived from Marilyn Anderson's smart and savvy relationship book, NEVER KISS A FROG: A Girl's Guide to Creatures from the Dating Swamp, published in the U.S. and ten other countries.

People everywhere relate to Never Kiss a Frog™ . We've all grown up hearing "You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince." The truth is, "You can't find a prince if you're busy kissing frogs!" And now, with Never Kiss a Frog™ in the marketplace, everyone will be able to see the frogs that won't turn into princes!

Never Kiss a Frog™ is currently in production on a series of three-minute episodes of Never Kiss a Frog to be available on the Internet and as downloads on cell phones. This is a dynamic and burgeoning arena for entertainment. There is also interest in a television and movie version of Never Kiss a Frog.

To learn more about Never Kiss A Frog™ and FrogFellas™, visit Rosenthal Represents, booth 2108, at the International Licensing Show, June 19-21. For additional details or to make an appointment, contact Marilyn Anderson at 310-502-4047 or via email.

And don't "froget" to visit the "webbed" site: http://www.neverkissafrog.com.

Creator and author, Marilyn Anderson, has appeared on over 150 radio and television shows and was the "Dating, Flirting & Kissing Coach" on ABC's Extreme Makeover. Ms. Anderson is also an award-winning TV and film writer. She has written half-hour and hour shows for the networks and currently has a film in production. The organization Women in Film honored Marilyn with a LUMINAS Award for the positive depiction of women in film and television. She is the author of Never Kiss a Frog: A Girl's Guide to Creatures from the Dating Swamp. Designer and partner, Dennis L. Lanning has been involved with design for many years in addition to being a businessman, entrepreneur, and international mountain biker.

ROSENTHAL REPRESENTS has been a leader in licensing art since 1979. Founders, Elise Rosenthal and Neil Sandler work with award-winning illustrators and designers to pioneer innovative styles for a diverse clientele, ranging from card companies, to giftware manufacturers to rug companies. They have assisted hundreds of manufacturers, helping them introduce thousands of new innovative and captivating products into the marketplace.

Contact: Marilyn Anderson 310-502-4047

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BLR Survey Reveals U.S. Workers Only Get About 80 Percent of What They Want from Their Workplaces

A recent survey of the attitudes of nearly 20,000 workers nationally shows shortfalls in workplace communication, teamwork, commitment to quality and chances for advancement. The survey was conducted by top HR publisher BLR among over 1,000 companies, with each participating organization receiving a free custom-written report of its results, and how they compare to national averages. The survey, called the "National Employee Attitude Survey," is ongoing and companies can join at any time. Updated national results will be released quarterly.

Old Saybrook, CT (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- American workers are only getting about 80 percent of what's important to them in the workplace. The biggest gap is in the area of workplace communication. But smaller shortfalls show up in teamwork, quality and commitment and employment advancement opportunities.

Those were among the results of a new national study of employee attitudes, sponsored by human resources publisher Business & Legal Reports (BLR) and its free email daily newsletter, HR Daily Advisor. (www.hrdailyadvisor.com). The project was titled the National Employee Attitude Survey(NEAS).

According to the sponsors, more than 1,000 companies of all kinds took part, as did nearly 20,000 workers nationwide. The results announced today were from the first 12,154 questionnaires tallied. The survey was conducted during April and May of this year, with each participating organization receiving a confidential report of its individual results, and how they compare to national averages, at no cost to the participant.

Survey Probed 4 Major Areas of Workplace Concern
The survey probed four major areas of workplace concern: communication, teamwork, quality and commitment and personal/ career development opportunities. All are considered important contributors to worker morale, which is generally considered a key component of business success.

Attitudes were examined through a series of statements, such as "My department has a high level of teamwork" or "My manager is fair and even handed in the treatment of employees," to which respondents were asked to indicate their level of agreement, using a 0-10 point scale. A second scale measured how important the issue was to them. Higher scores meant stronger feelings of agreement or importance.

"We asked about importance because management often perceives issues differently than the workforce," explained BLR CEO Robert L. Brady. "They focus on things that ultimately are not that important to the workers and then wonder why no one cheers the results."

Each result also included an Agreement/Importance Index (A/I Index) number, created by dividing the agreement by the importance scores. "The resulting decimal signifies how wide a gap separates what companies are doing and what workers want them to do," Brady said. "It helps you figure out whether you are really doing the right things."

"An A/I Index of 1.0 shows a perfect match," he added. "Anything lower means company performance does not meet worker expectations. The survey had an overall A/I Index of .80, indicating that workers are only getting about four-fifths of what is important to them."

Looking at the four key areas in more detail, (including the A/I Index for each issue examined):

Communication: This was where the gap was widest. Workers say they know what's expected of them (.88) and how their jobs fit the big picture (.91). But communication breaks down once it goes beyond the individual department. Respondents gave poor grades to how well change is communicated between departments (.58) and companywide (.64).

Teamwork: Employees assessed themselves as good team players (.98) but felt their organizations don't function well as a team (.68). Individual departments do better working as teams (.82).

Quality and Commitment. Employees are lukewarm in their assessment of their organizations' work practices (.75) and of the fairness of their managers (.80). They do feel their managers care about them, however (.87). Respondents offered only grudging approval of co-workers' efforts at doing quality work (.81) but beamed over their own commitment to quality (.98), which they feel is not sufficiently recognized (.76).

Personal/Career Development: Many believe that someone at work supports their growth (.80) and that they've had a chance to improve their skills (.80). However, they're not as satisfied with what employers do officially to help advance their careers (.75).

In commenting on the results, Brady noted that, the question that probably summed up the survey was this one: "How likely would you be to recommend your workplace to friends and family?"

"The result was positive (.86)," he said. "So, in spite of some grumbling, there's good news about worker attitudes. But there's also definitely room for improvement."

Organizations May Still Join Survey at No Cost
Survey participant relations manager Karen Callahan said that, though results to date had been released, the project will be ongoing. "Organizations may join at any time, and receive a custom-written report," she said. "There is no charge for participation, as BLR is doing this as part of its overall HR editorial research effort." Updated national results, she added, would be published quarterly.

Potential participants can go to http://compensation.blr.com/NEAS to sign up or to get more information.

Reaction to the survey from participating organizations has been universally positive, added Callahan. "I have a note," she said, "from one Illinois HR manager saying, 'My CEO has been requesting this information from me almost daily since mid-May.'"

The full question list, all actual national results, and the report format, may be examined in a sample report at http://compensation.blr.com/NEAS/sample. Note that a "Sample Company" is included to show how the results are reported to participating organizations.

About BLR and HR Daily Advisor:
Since 1977, BLR has been one of America's top publishers of books, newsletters and web products, serving professionals in human resources, compensation, safety and environmental management. For more information or to request a catalog, go to www.blr.com. HR Daily Advisor is a free newsletter of HR tips, news and advice, emailed to some 100,000 HR professionals daily. Sign up at www.hrdailyadvisor.com.

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Leading Pressure/Force Sensor Manufacturer Adds Pressure Indicating Film to Product Line

Leading pressure sensor manufacturer adds pressure indicating film to its product line. The addition of this film complements the existing product range by offering customers an even wider variety of pressure measurement options.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Tekscan, Inc., leading manufacturer of pressure sensors and complete pressure and force measurement systems, announces a new addition to its product line: Prescale Pressure Indicating Film.

As Tekscan's President, Steve Jacobs, explains, "The addition of Prescale film rounds out our product range, offering our customers an even wider variety of pressure measurement options. Whether the customer needs static or dynamic pressure measurements, single or multi-use sensors, a peak-pressure snapshot or detailed data analysis, Tekscan can provide the optimal solution."

When pressure is applied to the Prescale film, microscopic bubbles within the sheet burst, and a red color impression is formed in varying intensity according to the level of pressure(s) present. The film is ideal for static applications to show pressures from as low as 28 PSI to as high as 43,500 PSI. For dynamic applications where pressures need to be recorded over time, Tekscan can recommend an appropriate Tekscan Pressure Mapping System, complete with data acquisition electronics, Windows-based software and appropriately-sized piezoresistive sensors. With Tekscan's I-Scanâ system, for example, there are over 75 standard sensor shapes in varying sizes from which to choose.

Prescale Pressure Indicating Film is an intuitive, easy-to-use product, which provides an immediate impression of pressure intensity and variance over a surface, giving the user a quick picture of high and low-pressure areas. The film is available in rolls and can be quickly cut to the appropriate shape or size. Tekscan is also offering the film by the foot, or in sample packs containing six (6) 12" X 10.6" sheets: one sheet in each of the six offered pressure ranges.

About Tekscan
Tekscan is a leading manufacturer of force sensors and complete tactile force and pressure measurement systems. Accurate, simple to use and extremely cost-effective, Tekscan's sensors have been integrated into a variety of successful OEM products. Measuring both static and dynamic pressure events, their systems provide concrete data for making crucial assessments in industrial, medical and dental applications. Products manufactured range from simple force sensors and force sensing systems to highly complex pressure measurement systems with over 100,000 sensing points. Visit Tekscan at www.tekscan.com.

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World's Leading Manufacturer of Water-Activated Tape Dispensers, Displays Professional Carton Sealing Products at eBay Live!

Better Packages -- the number-one trusted name in water-activated tape dispensers and carton sealers for 90 years -- will display its array of professional carton sealing products in Boston at eBay Live!, June 14 through 16. Attendees at the annual eBay community conference are invited to stop by Better Packages' booth 1228 to see the company's lineup of rugged tape dispensers and environmentally friendly packaging tape designed to help eBay sellers create professional looking cartons and earn positive ratings. Attendees can enjoy free tape samples, carton sealing demonstrations, show specials and a chance to win a professional tape dispenser and case of packaging tape.

Shelton, CT (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Better Packages -- the number-one trusted name in water-activated tape dispensers and carton sealers for 90 years -- will display its array of professional carton sealing products in Boston at eBay Live!, June 14 through 16. Attendees at the annual eBay community conference are invited to stop by Better Packages' booth 1228 to see the company's lineup of rugged tape dispensers and environmentally friendly packaging tape designed to help eBay sellers create professional looking cartons and earn positive ratings. Attendees can enjoy free tape samples, carton sealing demonstrations, show specials and a chance to win a professional tape dispenser and case of packaging tape.

Philip White, Better Packages president and CEO, said those attending eBay Live! represent business people who could greatly benefit from Better Packages' products. "Packaging not only plays a critical role in how a product is received," according to Mr. White, "but also in how a brand or business is perceived. If a carton arrives with layers upon layers of messy plastic tape, or worse, if the tape is pealing off and some contents are missing, the seller pays the price with negative ratings." Better Packages' line of professional tape dispensers and packaging tape create a sturdy, professional looking seal, so sellers can feel confident their packages will be received intact.

Products on display in booth 1228 at eBay Live! include:

Better Pack® brand manual tape dispensers, including the Better Pack 333 Plus -- Portable and non-electric, the Better Pack 333 Plus is the most popular water-activated tape dispenser in the world. This dispenser is perfect for light to medium volume packaging.

Better Pack® brand high-productivity electronic tape dispensers, including the Better Pack 555e series and Better Pack 500 -- PowerSellers can improve productivity with these rugged, fast, automatic tape dispensers. All Better Pack electronic models are built to meet or exceed UL, CE and CSA standards for operator and electrical safety, so they are easy to operate and safe.

Packer® 3S pull-and-tear dispensers -- Sellers who have not yet achieved the shipping capacity of a PowerSeller, yet want to seal their cartons professionally with water-activated tape can do so with these simple, tabletop dispensers. They are easy to operate and feature a unique subway feed for uniform tension and consistent moistening. Ask about a chance to win one of four special anniversary edition Packer 3S models on display.

BetterSeal Secure® brand water-activated tape -- Better Packages' wide range of professional-grade, environmentally friendly packaging tape is designed to maximize the performance of Better Pack dispensers, protect your shipments and improve your business' image.

About BetterSeal Secure Tape
BetterSeal Secure water-activated tape from Better Packages offers security and strength benefits that other sealing methods do not. BetterSeal Secure tape is paper tape that uses a natural plant-based adhesive activated by water. Sometimes the tape is reinforced with fiberglass strands. Most significantly, when the moistened tape is applied, the adhesive is absorbed into the carton and forms a permanent bond. The secure seal cannot be removed without tearing the carton surface and leaving visible evidence of tampering.

Small and large businesses, manufacturers, food and drug companies, fulfillment centers, printers and publishers, internet retailers, government agencies and many others recognize the benefits of using BetterSeal Secure Tape as a simple, easily recyclable, cost-effective means to help protect the contents of their packages from tampering, thievery and breakage. According to Michael Gill, president and general manager of one Snappy Auctions location, which is a leading franchisor of eBay consignment services, "We take great care in providing the highest quality handling, shipping and packaging, which is why we use (Better Pack dispensers and BetterSeal Secure) tamper-evident, reinforced water-activated tape. We know that plastic tape does not bond to the carton and can easily be removed undetected."

Today, water-activated tape is considered by many industry experts to be the most secure way to seal corrugated cartons.

Global Distribution and Service
Whether sealing just a few or several hundred cartons a day, Better Packages offers the widest selection of water-activated tape dispensers and accessories available from a single source. Better Packages products are sold and serviced through a global network of authorized distribution partners, located throughout the US, Mexico and Canada and in more than 20 countries. Our distributors offer free carton sealing needs analyses and hands-on sales and support to ensure each customer identifies the appropriate solution for their carton sealing needs. In addition, our customers will find product assistance, service and trouble-shooting information through the Better Packages Customer Service Department via a toll-free number, or 24/7 by logging on to www.BetterPackages.com. Visit booth 1228 for product demonstrations and to inquire about a carton sealing needs analysis.

About Better Packages
Better Packages, based in Shelton, Connecticut, is the world's leading manufacturer of water-activated tape dispensers used for carton sealing. Its products, including tape dispensers, case sealers, water-activated tape and many accessories, are sold and serviced in the United States, Canada and Mexico and in 20 countries worldwide. Its systems are used whenever security, strength, efficiency, productivity and a professional image are needed. Founded in 1917, the company has been headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, since 1924. For more information, please visit www.BetterPackages.com.

Better Packages, the Better Packages logo, Better Pack, BetterSeal Secure, and Packer are registered trademarks of Better Packages, Inc.

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All Teklynx Label Design Products Are Vista Compatible: Codesoft, Labelview and Label Matrix Certified to Work with New Microsoft Operating System

Teklynx® International, the world's leading developer of software products for the AIDC marketplace, today announced that the latest updates of all of its label design and printing products, Codesoft® 8.5, Labelview™ 8.10 and Label Matrix® 8.10, are compatible for use with all versions of the Microsoft Vista operating system. Teklynx' newest label design packages continue to support Microsoft XP.

Milwaukee - June 12, 2007 - Teklynx® International, the world's leading developer of software products for the AIDC marketplace, today announced that the latest updates of all of its label design and printing products, Codesoft® 8.5, Labelview™ 8.10 and Label Matrix® 8.10, are compatible for use with all versions of the Microsoft Vista operating system. Teklynx' newest label design packages continue to support Microsoft XP.

The company further announced that it is offering free download updates of the three label design software products from its Download Center under Files & Updates at: http://www.teklynx.com/download. Registered users with versions 8.0 and above of their respective products are encouraged to download the updates since there are also several database, design, printing and print driver enhancements included in the latest versions.

"Our customers are telling us that they are gradually migrating to Vista," commented David Pettiford, Teklynx global product marketing manager. "Therefore, we have updated our entire portfolio of label design offerings so that they can confidently move their labeling operations whenever the time is right."

About Teklynx
Teklynx International is the leading software developer of AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Capture) products including software for label design, host connectivity, and data collection. Its software products feature the widest range of device and driver support in the industry. Teklynx is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner and has connectivity relationships with multiple ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software providers. Over 400,000 companies in 120 countries rely on its integrated software solutions for supply chain automation, warehouse management, shipping and receiving, inventory control and asset management. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee with operations in the United States, Europe, Japan, China, and Singapore. More information on Teklynx International is available at www.teklynx.com.

Note to editors: Teklynx, Codesoft, Labelview and Label Matrix are trademarks or registered trademarks of Braton Groupe sarl or its affiliated companies. All other brands and product names are the trademarks of their respective owners.

Editors - For further information:

Teklynx
Melissa Utschig
TEKLYNX International
414-535-6223

Teklynx Media
Sandy McLaughlin
Soucy Communications Group
781-898-7305

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Elmo Motion Control Expands Whistle Family of Miniature Servo Drives to Support Up to 2400W

Miniature Whistle delivers extraordinary intelligence and power density 5 times greater than the competition

Petach Tikva, Israel (PRWEB) June 12, 2007 -- Elmo Motion Control, a leading global provider of analog servo amplifiers and digital servo drives for brush and brushless motors, announces today the release of three new powerful miniature Whistle servo drives which support up to 2400W. The new Whistle servo drives contain the highest power density coupled with SimplIQ intelligence and are available in the following additional models: WHI-15/60 (15A, 60VDC), WHI-10/100 (10A, 100V), WHI-15/100 (15A, 100V).

"By integrating Elmo's proprietary FASST (Fast And Soft Switching Technology) power management technology with cutting edge thermal management technology, the miniature Whistle exhibits an extraordinary power density of 35 Watts/cubic cm, which is over 5 times greater than the competition," said Haim Monhait, Founder and CEO of Elmo Motion Control. Elmo's industry leading technologies enable the Whistle to achieve more than 99% efficiency in a highly compact package.

Elmo's SimplIQ digital core embedded into the small servo drive offers a broad range of rich functionality and flexibility including motion control capabilities, programming, communication protocol support and versatile power capabilities. Additionally, the Whistle supports a wide range of feedback options including: digital halls, incremental, encoder, incremental encoder and halls, resolver, interpolated analog encoder, analog halls, tachometer, position potentiometer, and absolute coarse/fine analog encoder.

The Whistle's compactness allows for easy and non-intrusive mounting near the axis and/or directly into the application layout. Additionally, its pin-based design enables direct integration into the application's PCB for significant cost savings. Integrators can quickly and simply implement the drive into their application, reduce the need for adding external components and decrease the amount of cabinet space and cables.

About Elmo Motion Control
Elmo Motion Control designs, produces and markets highly efficient and compact servo amplifiers and digital servo drives for brush and brushless motors. Elmo's SimplIQ products are integrated in robots, semi-conductor production equipment, avionics, machine tools, packaging equipment, textile equipment, medical equipment and anywhere highly precise and reliable equipment is necessary. For more information, visit www.elmomc.com.

Company Contact:
Ilana Keleti
Marketing Communications Manager
Elmo Motion Control
Tel: 972-3-929-2300
ikeleti @ elmomc.com

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June 11, 2007

Wal-Mart to Sell 44 Properties in Nationwide Auction

Wal-Mart Realty, a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. to sell 44 prime out-parcels in 19 states at public auction from June 11-June 26. Located from Georgia to Idaho, these prime sites are adjacent to Wal-Mart Stores and Supercenters.

Lakeland, FL (PRWEB) June 11, 2007 -- Wal-Mart Realty, a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. to sell 44 prime out-parcels in 19 states at public auction from June 11-June 26.

Located from Georgia to Idaho, these prime sites are adjacent to Wal-Mart Stores and Supercenters.

"Simply put, excess land provides value to our customers, other businesses and Wal-Mart. Customers benefit because excess land generally attracts restaurants, service businesses and other retailers that compliment and add convenience to our developments. Businesses that purchase our excess land realize the location is a draw for customers. Selling land adjacent to our stores allows Wal-Mart to reduce overall development costs; therefore lowering prices for our customers and bringing value to our shareholders," commented Scott Sill, Real Estate Manager, Wal-Mart Realty.

Wal-Mart Realty has again chosen the auction method of marketing to accelerate the sales of some of its excess properties. This year's auction is Wal-Mart's eighth in nine years. "While the auction is a regular part of our land sales plan, it represents only a small portion of Wal-Mart's available land for sale," stated Sill.

Roughly 300-400 parcels are available throughout the United States. Information on all of Wal-Mart's available land and buildings can be found online at www.wal-martrealty.com.

This year's auction sites range in size from a .65± acre pad site in Payson, Utah to a 35.7± acre development tract in Houghton Lake, Michigan. According to Higgenbotham Auctioneers Intl. President, Marty Higgenbotham, "Nineteen of these sites will be sold absolute to the last and highest bidder." The pad sites are prime locations for fast food restaurants, retail or service businesses, each benefiting from thousands of people visiting the sites daily.

Each sale will be conducted onsite by Higgenbotham Auctioneers International. The entire sales journey will span more than 8,900 miles.

Professionals, realtors, investors and individuals are invited to take part in this incredible opportunity to purchase prime commercial real estate at auction prices. Potential bidders are encouraged to contact Higgenbotham Auctioneers to receive a sales brochure and due diligence packages.

Founded in 1959, Higgenbotham Auctioneers International (HAI) utilizes the auction method of marketing to sell intellectual property and real estate throughout the United States and the world. Higgenbotham's success is attributed to the company's stellar track record in marketing unique properties and the firm enjoys continuing relationships with Fortune 500 clients such as Alcoa, Wal-Mart, and Albertson's Supermarkets, as well as many other publicly traded and closely held companies.

For more information on these properties or Real Time Internet bidding to be offered on all sales please contact Angie Poole at Higgenbotham Auctioneers (800) 257-4161 or visit our website at www.Higgenbotham.com.

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Berkeley Palmer Announces Plans to Upgrade Their Hiring Intelligence

The company has announced that they are participating in the upgrade in conjunction with affiliated offices across the U.S.

Overland Park, KS (PRWEB) June 11, 2007 -- Berkeley Palmer, Kansas City's Premier career management and career marketing firm, has announced an upgrade to technology.

According to a company representative "Berkeley Palmer provides their clients with the best possible business intelligence, research, data, and job opportunity resources available. However, due to a recent agreement with our primary technology partner, we can now increase the information our software provides."

The company has announced that they are participating in the upgrade in conjunction with affiliated offices across the U.S. "One of our affiliates in the East has already been through the process and are very happy with the results."

Berkeley Palmer says, "Earlier database/software updates were critical to increasing our trigger event technology, Now we will focus on one trigger event, our jobs database"

Berkeley Palmer wants to be sure everyone understands that the jobs are not necessarily unique to them, but that many of these jobs get to them before they get to online job boards. They also say that the job bank is only one small part of an overall marketing strategy for their clients. "This software enables our clients to see some jobs before they hit the online job boards. You can imagine the impact of pursuing a job before it is published outside of the company's website."

According to the Berkeley Palmer website, a successful search campaign includes:
- The ability to find job opportunities before they happen (beat the competition)

- Understanding and identifying appropriate alternative industry options

- Guidance to know the other jobs functions that are appropriate for you

- A solution-based service with a proactive marketing strategy that helps you to break through the barriers and discover the right opportunities.

Complaints from job seekers that their resume is not getting noticed when responding to posted positions is proof that resumes no longer play the role they once did and will likely become less important in the future.

Resumes will always play some role in making a career change, but in today's job market you need much more. Berkeley Palmer uses business intelligence that provides IPO's; Senior Management Changes; Emerging Businesses; New Business Deals; and other critical information already plays a key role in mapping an appropriate career search strategy.

Berkeley Palmer provides a reduced search cycle for job seekers who are committed to making a career change. "It requires motivation; a willingness and ability to follow direction; and effort on the client's part. We work with our clients to better market their skills and demonstrate how those skills are transferable to a realistic career; outside of what they felt was possible."

"This upgrade will help to provide an increase to one avenue of job search for our clients."

To learn more about Berkeley Palmer visit their website: http://berkeleypalmer.com/assessment.html.

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Motorcycle Luggage Manufacture Introduces 70 New Styles of Motorcycle Saddlebags

Viking Bags of Los Angeles California has launched 70 new types of saddlebags making it one of the most advance motorcycle saddlebags manufacturer in North America. This new generation of motorcycle luggage is aimed at providing a complete solution to the motorcycle riders. The new generation of saddlebags introduced by Viking Bags are lockable, super reinforced to prevent sagging, have quick release buckles and include mounting hardware.

(PRWEB) June 11, 2007 -- With the increase of gas prices more and more people are opting for motorcycles. To use motorcycle as you primary ride one must have good motorcycle saddlebags to carry the luggage around. Recognizing this demand, Vikingbags.com has introduced bags that are not only economical but provide a complete luggage solution to the motorcycle riders.

Vikingbags.com, a leading advance motorcycle saddlebags and luggage manufacturer, has just announced new summer selection for leather saddlebags for 2007 on its website Vikingbags.com. The 2007 bags are motorcycle specific and offer a complete solution to the motorcycle rider. Being a market leader Viking Bags has once again included several new features in the leather saddlebags.

"VikingBags.com motorcycle luggage of latest trends," stated Alan of Vikingbags.com. "The 2007 models include the most popular and desired features including locking system, mounting hardware, quick release buckles, stainless steel hardware and colored inserts."

Vikingbags.com's approach to motorcycle luggage is to provide a solution that serves as a complete package for a motorcycle rider. Realizing that most motorcycle riders pay extra for their mounting hardware and do not have sufficient knowledge to buy the right kind of saddlebags that fits on to their motorcycle, Viking Bags takes the initiatives by educating and offering saddlebags that are made for their customer's motorcycles not the other way around. People who buy saddlebags from vikingbags.com do not need to relocate there turn signal, buy additional mounting hardware or worry about their bags sagging.

"We don't just manufacture motorcycle luggage, we design saddlebags that effect the motorcycles aesthetically," Alan added. "Viking Bags enables its customers to even customize their saddlebags by adding colored inserts to them." Viking Bags also offers professional advice to its customers over the phone regarding the installation of the bags.

About Viking Bags
Viking Bags is a leading manufacturer and distributor of motorcycle saddlebags, leather saddlebags, motorcycle luggage, motorcycle tool bags and sissy bar.