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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
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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
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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