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December 24, 2007
Mobile Access to ACOM's EZContentManager: Manage, Download, Fax, Email and View Enterprise Documents From BlackBerry Device Using WICKSoft Mobile Documents
Road warriors offered a powerful new weapon in wireless connectivity to corporate document repositories; enables execution of multiple activities from virtually any location.
Long Beach, California and Ottawa, Ontario (PRWEB) December 17, 2007 -- Users of ACOM's robust, enterprise-level EZContentManager document management solution can now access, manage and distribute documents from the road using the BlackBerry® smartphone by Research in Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM), the result of a strategic partnership between ACOM Solutions, Inc. and mobile document access (MDA) provider WICKSoft Corporation, the companies announced jointly today.
EZContentManager, a web-based content and document management system, allows companies to centralize corporate files of any type from any source in a single password-secured data repository, with browser-driven retrieval and distribution. Internally generated documents are indexed and archived automatically as they are produced, while externally obtained documents are indexed as part of the scanning/archiving process. Documents can be retrieved under metadata or full text search.
"Any document or capability in EZCM that is available from the desktop is also available to mobile users from their BlackBerry," said ACOM Product Manager Angela Doolittle. "Operation is simple and intuitive. Users log in on their BlackBerry device, select WICKSoft Mobile Documents from a list of mobile applications, select ACOM EZCM and proceed through a series of menus until they isolate the domain and the document they need. Features such as scrolling and zoom make review of documents quick and easy, and users can perform any activity they are authorized for directly from the Blackberry, including Create, and Delete, Email a document as an attachment, Rename, and more."
WICKSoft Mobile Documents™ is widely regarded as the best mobile document access solution in the wireless market due to its multi-tiered security architecture and ease of use In addition to being the industry leader, WICKSoft Mobile Documents is the only solution that allows EZCM users to wirelessly manage, download fax, email, and view documents using the BlackBerry smartphone. No modification to the EZContentManager software or architecture is required for mobile deployment.
"We are excited to provide WICKSoft Mobile Documents as a solution in the electronic document and content management space," said Will Hickie, President and CEO of WICKSoft. "Our partnership with ACOM enables us to deliver a secure mobile document access solution to customers who are using the EZContentManager system from virtually any location inside or outside the office."
Mobile EZContentManager can be extremely valuable in a range of industries and professions, such as governments, accounting and law firms, media, construction and real estate and healthcare, Doolittle noted.
About WICKSoft Corporation
WICKSoft Corporation is the leading provider of mobile document access (MDA) solutions for the Blackberry. As a member of the BlackBerry Alliance Program, WICKSoft provides document access solutions for business and enterprise customers. For more information visit: http://www.wicksoft.com
About ACOM Solutions, Inc.
Now in its 25th year of business, ACOM Solutions, Inc. develops modular software systems for document output, document management, secure corporate payments, and B2B EDI/XML e-commerce applications, marketing them domestically and through overseas partners. Corporate headquarters are in Long Beach, California; System i Software Division headquarters are in Duluth, Georgia; and regional offices are located in several major U.S. cities. For more information call 800 699 5758, email sales@ acom.com, or visit http://www.acom.com
CONTACT:
ACOM
Mark Firmin
Vice President, Marketing
562-424-7899
WICKSoft
Shayne Hillier
Vice President, Sales
888-880-7876
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Industry Leaders to Keynote at RFID Journal LIVE! 2008
RFID Journal's sixth annual conference and exhibition ,April 16 to 18, 2008, will feature addresses by Procter & Gamble COO Bob McDonald, Sam's Club executive VP Greg Johnston, and Motorola Enterprise Mobility CTO Ray Martino
New York (PRWEB) December 17, 2007 -- RFID Journal, the world’s leading media and events company covering radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, announced today that Procter & Gamble COO Bob McDonald and Sam’s Club Executive VP Greg Johnston will deliver keynote addresses at RFID Journal LIVE! 2008, RFID Journal’s sixth annual conference and exhibition. This event, the world’s largest RFID conference and exhibition, will be held April 16 to 18, 2008, at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.
The conference program will feature more than 50 objective end-user case studies and how-to sessions led by RFID experts with real-world RFID experience. More than 200 speakers will present objective information about where RFID can benefit businesses today and where it cannot. Among the speakers already confirmed for the conference program are:
Ken Mangold, HB Hunt
Mark Moran, John Deer
Steve Lederer, The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company
Anne Ferriter, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Zach Thom, Unilever
Mike Rose, Johnson & Johnson
Brian Chisholm, Rexam
David Richards, ASD Healthcare
John Ryan, Hawaii Department of Agriculture's
Debbie Fogg, Spirit Aerosystems
Jean-Pierre Emond, IFAS Center for Food Distribution and Retailing
Ed Benincasa, FN Manufacturing
Max Tejeda, Tejas Tubular
Bill Hardgrave, RFID Research Center
Larry Pietrowski, co-owner of Costa View Farms
Yoshibumi Kotsuka, Mitsui & Company
Nick Bonderenco, IATA
The program is divided into 8 tracks. Five focus on industries benefiting from RFID today:
Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods, Aerospace/Defense, Pharmaceuticals, Supply Chain/Logistics; and Manufacturing.
Three more tracks are designed to help attendees at every level capitalize on the benefits of RFID: Getting Started, How to Deploy RFID and Executive Strategy
The event will also feature 10 preconferences that will address the educational needs of specific audiences within the broader RFID community:
RFID Journal University offers the foundational knowledge needed to understand RFID applications and engage vendors.
RFID in the Food Chain shows how RFID and related technologies can improve operations, reduce spoilage and save money for meat, fresh produce and other companies.
RFID For IT Service Providers explains how companies that provide IT services can track their assets as well as develop RFID applications for their customers.
RFID for the Government Sector shows how government agencies can use RFID to track assets, files and evidence, improve library operations and develop parking management and other applications.
RFID in Health Care, produced in partnership with Academia, will educate health care providers on how to use RFID to improve patient safety, automate billing and improve asset utilization and maintenance.
RFID for Packaging and Labeling explains how packaging manufacturers and label converters can add RFID to their products.
RFID in the Chemical Industry reveals how chemical companies can use a variety of RFID technologies to improve the safety, security and efficiency of their suppy chains.
RFID in the Auto Industry focuses on how auto companies can use RFID to improve parts management, track work in process and enhance supply chain efficiencies.
AIM Auto-ID Channel Seminar, produced in partnership with AIM North America, helps systems integrators, resellers and VARs understand how they can add RFID to their service offerings.
RFID Investors’ Forum, produced in partnership with Venture Development Corp., provides insights into the market for venture capitalists and other investors.
RFID Journal LIVE! 2008 will also feature more than 200 leading technology providers exhibiting on the 100,000-square-foot trade show floor. The exhibit hall will showcase live demonstration centers and, for the first time ever, technology companies will compete for the Best in Show new product award, to be determined by attendees.
In addition, EPCglobal will conduct a Joint Action Group meeting prior to RFID Journal LIVE! 2008, and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers will hold its IEEE RFID 2008 conference in conjunction with the event. The EPCglobal meeting is a gathering of members from all action groups that contribute to the development of EPCglobal standards. The IEEE event is the second in a series of annual conferences dedicated to addressing the technical and policy challenges in the areas of RFID technologies, as well as their supporting large-scale distributed information systems and applications.
Register early to save up to $500 off a conference pass. For more information about RFID Journal LIVE! 2008, please visit www.rfidjournalevents.com/live/.
About RFID Journal
RFID Journal is the leading source of news and in-depth information about radio frequency identification (RFID) and its many business applications. Business executives and implementers depend on RFID Journal for up-to-the-minute RFID news, in-depth case studies, best practices, strategic insights and information about vendor solutions. This has made RFID Journal the most relied-upon and respected RFID information resource, serving the largest audience of RFID decision-makers worldwide in print, online and at face-to-face events. For more information, visit www.rfidjournal.com.
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Vintage Hand-cranked Meat Slicers Popular Among 'Green' Chefs and Restaurants
With the rise in popularity of local, sustainably produced and prepared foods, antique and vintage style food slicers have become popular among "green"-minded restauranteurs. Restored antique slicers aren't easy to find, as Berkel stopped manufacturing them long ago, and they now draw a premium. Emilio Mitidieri, a specialty restaurant equipment expert and owner of Emiliomiti LLC in San Francisco, has helped to create a vintage style slicer with old Berkel appeal.
San Francisco, California (PRWEB) December 17, 2007 -- With the rise in popularity of local, sustainably produced and prepared foods, antique and vintage style food slicers have become popular among "green"-minded restauranteurs. Emilio Mitidieri, owner of Emiliomiti LLC (http://www.Emiliomiti.com) and a leading expert in specialty restaurant equipment, was recently interviewed for The History Channel's "Modern Marvels: Cold Cuts", where he demonstrated the precision cuts of hand-cranked Berkel slicers, and discussed the revival of these artisan constructed machines.
"Along with the popularity of sustainable food items like local, organic, cruelty free, grass fed, and free range," says Mr. Mitidieri, "we are seeing tremendous demand for reproduction vintage style slicers, from the most conscious US restaurants to the likes of Whole Foods."
Restored antique slicers aren't easy to find, as Berkel stopped manufacturing them long ago, and they now draw a premium. Their virtues include: the ability to cut paper thin slices, which is almost impossible with standard electric machines; manual execution, which saves energy and is noise free; and custom refurbishment in Italy, which adds esthetic artisan appeal. Although electric slicers may be faster many culinary aficionados claim the heat caused by the high speed blades "cooks" the meticulously produced meats.
"The Berkel is the Ferrari of meat slicers," says Chris Cosentino, chef-owner of Incanto in Noe Valley. "It's an elegant, beautiful, precision machine, simply the best thing there is to slice meat."
In an effort to meet this need, Emiliomiti LLC (http://www.Emiliomiti.com) has partnered with a small Italian manufacturer that specializes in metal casting to create a new vintage style slicer with old Berkel appeal. Using original master moulds, cast iron or aluminum and hand polished chrome, the quality and craftsmanship of the classic Berkel slicers has been reincarnated, recalling the early 1900s through the late 1960s. Emiliomiti LLC is the only showroom in North America featuring reproduction slicers alongside antique Berkel machines, which are also showcased in their online catalog (http://www.BerkelBiz.com).
With a background in industrial pasta manufacturing, Mr. Mitidieri has become an international consultant and supplier of meat slicers, pasta machines, brick ovens, espresso machines, and sausage makers. His clients include well known restaurants on both coasts including; The French Laundry, A16, Oliveto, Incanto, Lupa, Bar Jamon, Otto, and MoMA Cafe 2.
The History Channel's "Modern Marvels: Cold Cuts", is set to air on December 17 at 8 PM PT. Mr. Mitidieri discusses and demos assorted antique and vintage style slicers from the Emiliomiti LLC showroom located in San Francisco's Mission District.
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ADMET Servo Retrofits -- A Cost-effective Way to Modernize Universal Testing Machines
ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, is expanding and enhancing its product offerings for upgrading testing machines. The advances enable customers to equip their machines with state-of-the-art digital controllers, sophisticated materials testing software and fast acting servo motors and servo hydraulic power units.
Norwood, Mass. (PRWEB) December 17, 2007 -- ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, is expanding and enhancing its product offerings for upgrading testing machines. The advances enable customers to equip their machines with state-of-the-art digital controllers, sophisticated materials testing software and fast acting servo motors and servo hydraulic power units. A machine upgraded by ADMET provides users with leading-edge testing capabilities at a price much less than what it would cost to purchase a new machine.
ADMET offers retrofit packages for both electromechanical and hydraulic testing machines. Throughout its 19-year history, ADMET has upgraded thousands of machines manufactured from the 1930s all the way up to present day systems. It can retrofit virtually any testing machine regardless of make or model, including those from ATS, Avery, Baldwin, Instron, SATEC, MTS, Reihle and Tinius Olsen. ADMET upgrades are designed to be installed on site in 2-4 days.
"Many testing labs have machines with outdated dial gauges, antiquated electronics and manual controls, while others have more modern machines but lack the latest in digital controls and testing software. The machines are less efficient and prone to operator errors plus it becomes nearly impossible to verify that tests were preformed according to specification," commented Richard Gedney, ADMET founder and president. "New or retrofitted machines are more productive, minimize testing errors, ensure tests are being run according to specification and can automatically transmit results to corporate databases for archiving and faster reporting. Because the most expensive and durable component, the load frame, is reused, ADMET retrofits provide new machine performance but cost thousands less."
ADMET offers four basic servo hydraulic retrofits. The machine make and model, the condition of the hydraulics, and the customer's testing requirements dictate possible solutions. Costs range from $5,000 to $30,000 and include installing only a new digital controller to replacing the existing hydraulics with a new servo-hydraulic power unit. More retrofit solutions are available for electromechanical testing machines. Prices range from $5,000 to $20,000 that include installing only a new digital controller to replacing the existing motor and drive with a new fast-acting closed loop servo motor and drive.
Digital controls
ADMET also offers several digital controllers and materials testing software packages that gather, calculate and report data quickly and accurately. They can connect to personal computers and networks for spreadsheet and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) storage and analysis. In addition, the units manage automatic pre-loads and resets, and precisely control load rates and other test parameters to speed up test cycles, eliminate operator error and deliver accurate, repeatable results that conform to American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) and international standards.
The ADMET Precise Digital Controller is an inexpensive unit that controls the entire test cycle, gathers and reports data for either manual recording or for uploading to a spreadsheet or LIMS. The MTESTWindows Materials Testing System is a Microsoft Windows-based system that controls the entire process and gathers, analyzes and reports test results. It can also post test results to printed reports, email distributions or Web portals.
Both the retrofit process and equipment solutions are custom designed by ADMET to fit customers' needs and take 2-6 weeks for delivery. Additional information on ADMET retrofits is available by contacting the company at 781-769-0850 or sales@admet.com. An online brochure including a "Retrofit Evaluation Form" used to assess equipment condition is available at: http://www.admet.com/assets/RetrofitBrochure_July04.pdf
About ADMET
ADMET Inc., founded in 1989, combines high-quality products and services to deliver the most efficient and cost effective materials testing systems. Its products range from new and used universal testing frames, to software and specialized control units, and grips and fixtures. The company also retrofits electromechanical, hydraulic and digitally controlled testing machines from any manufacturer to deliver more reliable test results, simplify operations, meet international standards and integrate with data collection systems. Highly skilled engineers provide customers with personalized research and development services and support to make ADMET the most responsive materials testing equipment supplier. ADMET's loyal customer base includes leading manufacturers, testing labs, researchers and universities in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, concrete, construction, metals, plastics, textiles and other industries. ADMET's products are widely distributed in North America, Central and South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim. ADMET can be reached at 781-769-0850, sales@admet.com or by visiting http://www.admet.com
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For further information:
Marc Venet
ADMET Inc.
781-769-0850 X13
mvenet@admet.com
Sandy McLaughlin
Soucy Communications Group
781-898-7305
smclaughlin@scg-pr.com
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Lean Enterprise Training Announces Northwest Lean Bus Tour
On May 5-6-7, 2008 Lean Enterprise Training will host a three day bus tour of Northwest companies who have demonstrated significant progress in their World Class Manufacturing journey. This trip will include companies in the Portland, Eugene and Bend, Oregon areas.
(PRWEB) December 16, 2007 -- On May 5-6-7, 2008 Lean Enterprise Training will host a three day bus tour of Northwest companies who have demonstrated significant progress in their World Class Manufacturing journey. This trip will include companies in the Portland, Eugene and Bend, Oregon areas.
American manufacturers have watched in horror as nearly 100,000 automotive related jobs have been lost over the past few years. The trickledown effect of this has not yet been fully realized.
Detroit has been working hard to catch Toyota and other world class manufacturing companies who have transformed their production processes using a set of techniques collectively referred to as Lean Manufacturing.
This three day bus tour of Northwest companies will help to satisfy the enormous need to educate our manufacturing base about how high mix, low volume companies have had remarkable success in adapting and adopting the Toyota Production System in their "Make-to-Order" environments.
Gary Conner, 2002 Shingo Prize recipient will act as tour facilitator. Each participant will receive a copy of the 370 page Lean Leader Guidebook published by Lean Enterprise Training, and used in their forty (40) hour Lean Leader workshop, along with a four (4) hour DVD training package.
Purpose of this event: Patterned after similar tours of Japanese companies like Toyota, this three (3) day event will provide participant the chance to interface with dozens of other Lean Manufacturing Disciples while visiting a number (tentative plans are to tour 6-8) companies on the path toward world class performance. This will certainly provide an eye opening experience and accelerate the learning process for anyone interested in seeing real life examples.
Training will also take place on the bus (between company visits) having been outfitted with DVD, audio and video capability.
Overview: This event will provide Northwest companies the opportunity to showcase their lean-six sigma efforts, while building enthusiasm and recognizing their teams' efforts.
Lean Enterprise Training (www.leanenterprise.bigstep.com) has reserved a 56 passenger bus, (licensed and bonded transportation company). Seating is limited to two (2) participants from any one company. Further details and registration information will be provided upon email or phone request.
As you plan your 2008 training budget, consider this a "must participate" item on the list.
Note: Lean Enterprise Trainging (www.leanenterprise.bigstep.com) will also be conducting their popular 40 hour (5 day) Lean Leader Workshop in Las Vegas Nevada February 25-28, 2008 Register early to make sure seat(s) are available. This event is being sponsored by the Nevada Manufacturing Extension Partnership. You may register online or by phone.
Lean Enterprise Training is a training and consulting firm, having worked with over 125 companies and 14 industries. They deliver private and public workshop throughout the US and Canada on the subject of continuous improvement, set-up reduction, 5-S, value stream mapping, lean manufacturing, and change management.
Gary Conner, Principle of Lean Enterprise Training has conducted over 350 kaizen events and trained thousands of people in the disciplines of world class manufacturing techniques. His book "Lean Manufacturing for the Small Shop" was awarded the Shingo Prize (named after the Japanese engineer Shigeo Shingo). The Shingo Prize has been likened to the Nobel Prize for Manufacturing.
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Hyundai motor Co.'s November Sales Slip 1.1 Pct M-o-M to 238,470 Units
* Korean, overseas sales down a point m-o-m * Jan-Nov ´07 sales up 4.7 pct y-o-y reaching 2.27 million
Seoul, Korea (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- November saw Hyundai Motor Co.´s worldwide sales slip by 1.1 percent to 238,470 units. On a cumulative basis, the company´s worldwide sales for the first eleven months of this year are up 4.7 percent over the comparable period last year, reaching 2,270,391 units.
Korean sales slipped by 0.9 percent m-o-m to 54,736 units while overseas sales slipped by 1.2 percent to 183,734 units.
Domestic Passenger Car
Domestic passenger car sales were healthy posting a 4.3 percent gain over the prior month, led by the new Sonata Transform which accounted for 12,689 units of the 31,728 units sold. Avante/Elantra and Grandeur/Azera claimed the number two and number three sales spot with sales of 7,924 units and 7,033 units respectively. Sales of the newly introduced i30 hatchback maintained a brisk momentum with 1,955 units sold.
Domestic SUV & Minivans
Santa Fe once again led SUV sales with 4,742 units sold (up by a fraction fo a percent) with Tucson in second spot registering sales of 2,020 units. Total SUV and minivan sales for November declined 9.8 percent m-o-m to 8,056 units.
Commercial Vehicles
Sales of Hyundai buses in Korea continued to rise, growing by 7.7 percent m-o-m to 5,603 units while truck sales declined by 12.3 percent m-o-m to 9,349 units.
Export Sales
Overseas shipments from Hyundai´s three Korean factories shrank by 0.2 percent m-o-m to 108,098 units while exports of knock-down kits to overseas assembly partners in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America grew by 13.8 percent to 22,830 units.
Hyundai´s overseas manufacturing subsidiaries in India, China, Turkey and the United States saw November sales slip by 2.5 percent m-o-m to 75,636 units. Total overseas sales for the month stood at 183,734 units equivalent to a 1.2 percent decline over the previous month.
Website URL
http://worldwide.hyundai-motor.com/common/html/about/news_event/press_read_2007_36.html
Contact information
Esther Park
HMC Public Relations 1
Office: +82-2-3464-2117
Fax: +82-2-3464-3457
E-Mail: esther_kr(at)hyundai-motor.com
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H&C Weighing Systems Announces New Product Line Featuring Jewelry Scales and Mettler Toledo Laboratory Balances
Premiere weighing systems retailer, H&C Weighing Systems, has released two new product lines to round out their selection of quality name brand scales and balances. Mettler Toledo Laboratory Balances is the latest in their lineup of leading scale and balance manufacturers while jewelry scales is the newest category type to also join their family of affordable makes and models.
(PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- From veterinary scales to food scales, H&C Weighing Systems has always carried a complete lineup of affordable scales and balances. Yet with new additions to their product line, the company has even more to offer customers. Mettler Toledo is the latest to join their selection of best brand name product categories in addition to a new jewelry scales suite, featuring high quality scales from prominent manufacturers.
"By adding Mettler Toledo to our laboratory lineup, we now have the most complete and technologically advanced lab balance line in the industry," says H&C Weighing Systems President Thomas A. Nolan.
H&C's product line of Mettler Toledo scales and balances includes micro, analytical, precision and moisture balances in addition to the new Mettler Toledo Xpress Scales. All deliver outstanding accuracy and are competitively priced to give customers extraordinary pricing when it comes to these ordinarily expensive scales.
Also new to the H&C collection are jewelry scales, available in a variety of makes from Acculab to Ohaus and more. Many of the jewelry scale models are compact, portable or handheld to make weighing easy and efficient. Additional features on a number of them include long operating life, minimal maintenance costs, unparalleled versatility and precise digital balance display.
Moreover, site visitors can gain a wealth of product knowledge by simply perusing the site for product descriptions. Visitors can easily find information on the counting scale, postage scale, shipping scale and other category types.
"Our site is information-rich and easy to navigate," explains Nolan. "Buyers can browse all the big brand name scale and balance manufacturers. Also, we offer the best pricing, excellent customer service, and we do not tack on extra handling charges on orders."
Site visitors can enjoy the convenience of instant shipping quotes through use of the shipping calculator, located alongside all product descriptions. A number of scales and balances also come with free shipping offers to lessen the cost of H&C's already affordable prices. Free shipping is currently available on all Mettler Toledo laboratory balances.
To learn more about H&C Weighing Systems or to explore their collection of best brand name product categories, visit AffordableScales.com.
About H&C Weighing Systems:
Since its founding in 1939, H&C Weighing Systems has been buyers' number one source for all the best brand name product categories in the scales and balances industry. With affordable pricing and availability in a number of notable brand names, such as Mettler Toledo, Ohaus, Detecto and more, H&C continues to give buyers solutions for all their scale needs. The company carries a comprehensive lineup of makes and models for all industries, including medical, industrial and retail scales.
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Corvest Completes First Expansion Phase
Toppers moves to 250,000 square foot facility; huge milestone accomplished.
Largo, FL (PRWEB) December 17, 2007 -- Corvest, a top 20 promotional products supplier and parent company of Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me, has completed the relocation of their Thorofare, New Jersey-based Toppers operation to their new 250,000-square-foot facility in Largo, Florida. The relocation completes the first stage of a multi-tiered expansion plan.
The move strategically supports Corvest's overall corporate growth strategy, allowing for an increased capacity and greater inventory space. With additional machines and more team members, Toppers is now able to process large orders even more quickly and efficiently. The high-tech, bar-coded inventory management system improves workflow and overall operating effectiveness.
"Our new, state-of-the-art facility allows us to provide the very best in both products and customer service to our valued distributors," said Samuel F. Rossa, President and CEO. "With a deeper inventory, more competitive pricing, and greater flexibility, we have substantially increased buying power for our customers," added Rossa.
Toppers has undergone several operational changes in 2007. Not only is Corvest under new ownership from one of the world's leading private investment firms, but the company also has new leadership with the appointment of Rossa. Now utilizing the services of Quality Control Services, Ltd., a quality assurance company specializing in conducting soft line and hard line consumer product inspections, pre-production factory evaluations, product testing and social accountability audits, Corvest is streamlining nearly every aspect of operations for their three subsidiaries.
Geographically, the move situates Toppers alongside sister company Adva-Lite, which has operated in Largo for nearly 40 years. Adva-Lite consistently wins customer service awards, as well as awards for best-in-class processes.
About Corvest:
Award-winning, multi-million dollar promotional products supplier Corvest SPV, LLC, located in beautiful, sunny central Florida, owns and operates three highly successful operating units -- Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me. Each unit has been in operation for nearly 50 years, and the company as a whole employs over 300 talented associates in the brand new, state-of-the-art, 250-thousand square foot facility. Owned by one of the world's leading private investment firms, Corvest remains a top 20 wholesale supplier for the promotional product industry. For more information, please visit www.toppersllc.com, www.advalite.com, or www.iagtm.com.
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The Glass Run Channel is Greener on Jyco's Side
U.S. company announces JyGreen technology to recycle tires into high performance extruded TPV automotive weatherseal systems
Dexter, Michigan (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- Jyco Sealing Technologies has announced a major breakthrough in rubber reprocessing technology. According to company officials, Jyco now has the ability to utilize reground EPDM from recycled tires and other sources in extruded thermoplastic vulcanizate for high performance automotive weathersealing systems.
"This is a major advantage to our customers trying to build the greenest possible vehicles," stated Shawn Jyawook, Jyco's chief operating officer. "Until now, R-TPV (recycled thermoplastic vulcanizate) has been limited to dunnage or basic injection molded parts like grommets, bushings, bumpers and mud flaps. With JyGreen, we can now extend the environmental and cost benefits to primary seals, glass run channel, hood and trunk lids, sunroofs and other demanding weather sealing applications."
JyGreen is the recycled (R-TPV) version of JyFlex, the high performance compound that Jyco introduced in 2003.
"It's a bright green win all the way around," added Jyawook. "Tires have been a bulk contributor to landfills for many years. By recycling them, we're helping our customers build more environmentally responsible vehicles than ever before, giving consumers better performing weather sealing systems, and saving everyone money in the process."
Enthusiasm for JyGreen is spreading fast. "The first reactions that we're getting from our customers are fantastic," says Mark Steward, Jyco's Material Development Manager. "Going beyond the benefits of tire recycling, the idea that all of the weatherstripping systems can eventually be stripped from the vehicle and recycled is one that we think the whole auto industry will embrace."
As reprocessed tire rubber, no recompounding is required for JyGreen, and scrap from its processing into TPV is recyclable. The TPV production process itself is free of VOCs and particulate emissions characteristic of EPDM processing. Jyco's production already meets the more stringent environmental standards of Europe and Asia, where the Michigan-based company has plants in addition to their North America operations.
Since its founding in 2000, Jyco has established itself as a world leader in TPV design, engineering and process technology for automotive, heavy truck and RV weathersealing applications. The company has operations in the Belgium, Canada, China, Japan, Mexico and the United States. Jyco's global headquarters is in Dexter, Michigan.
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Business Owner Exit Strategy: Avoid the Boomer Retirement Wave
Business owners considering retirement should finalize their exit planning in 2008 because business sale prospects will be negatively impacted by coming demographic and economic changes, according to Chicago-based investment banker David Kauppi, managing director of MidMarket Capital.
Chicago (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- Business owners considering retirement should finalize their exit planning in 2008 because business sale prospects will be negatively impacted by coming demographic and economic changes, according to Chicago-based investment banker David Kauppi, managing director of MidMarket Capital.
"In 2008 we will see the beginning of 'the rush to the exits,' as the first wave of baby boomers retire. In addition, the current credit and housing market crunch will bring a new surge of business sellers to the market," said Kauppi.
In 2008 we will see the beginning of 'the rush to the exits,' as the first wave of baby boomers retire. In addition, the current credit and housing market crunch will bring a new surge of business sellers to the market
Kauppi noted that Federal Reserve projects that almost 500,000 businesses will change hands in 2008, a record number.
"While business sale prices have held up well in 2007, we are likely to see deteriorating conditions in coming years as the number of sellers will begin to outnumber potential buyers," he said.
Another warning signal for business owners is the current debate over tax reform. Leaders of both parties have put forward proposals to change the current tax code including the alternative minimum tax (AMT) and the estate tax. If the Democrats should sweep to power next year, many of the tax reform proposals suggested by party leaders would directly or indirectly raise taxes in coming years for business owners, Kauppi noted.
Kauppi said the best strategy for business owners is to move up their sale timeframe, but not their exit timeframe. For example, an owner could sell his business in the next 18-24 months with an agreement to continue working full-time for an additional year to transition customer relationships and transfer intellectual property.
"This solution requires the business owner to view the business sale and their retirement as separate, contingent events. Too many owners wait too long and end up selling because of a crisis such as a health issue, loss of a major account or a shift in the competitive landscape,"
Kauppi said.
MidMarket Capital, based in Chicago, provides investment banking and M&A advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. To sign-up for the company's free monthly newsletter, see The Exit Strategist
www.MidMarkCap.com.
Contact:
David Kauppi
MidMarket Capital, Inc.
davekauppi@midmarkcap.com
Tel: 630-325-0123
James Harris
Westside Public Relations
Westside Public Relations
jharris@westsidepr.com
Tel: 310-398-5565
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OMAX® 5555 JetMachining® Center Offers Variety of Benefits in Small Footprint
The 5555 JetMachining Center is the newest addition to OMAX Corporation's industry leading line of precision abrasive waterjet systems. With a footprint of 131" x 95", the 5555 can fit in practically any shop, and is ideal for short-run part production, just-in-time manufacturing, tooling and prototype part development of material sizes up to 5' x 5'.
Kent, WA (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- The 5555 JetMachining Center is the newest addition to OMAX Corporation's industry leading line of precision abrasive waterjet systems. With a footprint of 131" x 95", the 5555 can fit in practically any shop, and is ideal for short-run part production, just-in-time manufacturing, tooling and prototype part development of material sizes up to 5' x 5'.
The 5555 excels at machining a wide variety of materials and thicknesses, and boasts accuracy of motion up to .003''. Additionally, the 5555 does not require tool changes or complex fixturing, reducing setup times by at least 50%. Its fast cutting speed, combined with minimal set up times, maximizes a user's flexibility and productivity.
The 5555 JetMachining Center comes standard with OMAX Corporation's patented "Compute First - Move Later" motion control technology, which incorporates Windows® XP software. The system can calculate the velocity of a tool path at over 2,000 points per inch, allowing for complete control over the motion of an abrasivejet, and enabling precise, rapid machining. Other features on the 5555 include a durable abrasive feed system equipped with the MAXJET® 5 Diamond Nozzle Assembly and an ultra-high pressure direct drive pump.
OMAX believes in manufacturing the best machines and accessories possible with the best software available, and works to continually develop cutting-edge technology and innovative software for its customers. As a result, each OMAX product comes with the OMAX Technology Guarantee, which provides software upgrades for all existing customers at no additional charge.
About OMAX:
Headquartered in Kent, Washington, OMAX Corporation is the leading manufacturer of precision abrasive waterjet systems. Each OMAX JetMachining® system is powered by the company's innovative control software, bringing affordable abrasivejet technology to an expanding and diverse group of industries, particularly including the machine shop environment. For more information on OMAX products and accessories, contact Sandra McLain at 800-838-0343 or visit www.omax.com.
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New In-Motion Checkweighing Systems for Red Meat Introduced by Gainco
New In-Motion CheckWeighing systems from Gainco, Inc. provide accurate high-speed, in-motion weighing of raw, bagged, boxed or other packaged red meat products to ensure conformance to pre-set weight ranges. Not only are they designed for operating efficiency and labor savings, they also deliver precision weighing accuracy.
Gainesville, GA (Vocus/PRWEB ) December 14, 2007 -- New In-Motion CheckWeighing systems from Gainco, Inc. provide accurate high-speed, in-motion weighing of raw, bagged, boxed or other packaged red meat products to ensure conformance to pre-set weight ranges. Not only are they designed for operating efficiency and labor savings, they also deliver precision weighing accuracy.
With a box unit capacity up to 100 lbs., the weighing capabilities of Gainco In-Motion CheckWeighers are accurate to +/- 0.04 lbs., 95% of the time, with “gap error” warnings embedded in the software. Accurate downstream distribution of the product is maintained by means of advanced communications from the checkweigher to various automated or manual functions downstream, including the boxing of multiple finished products, vertical bagging systems or sorting tables.
The rugged construction of Gainco’s In-Motion CheckWeighers is specially designed to withstand the rigors of heavy use in harsh processing environments, and the system can process 50+ pieces (boxes and bags) per minute up to 30” in length.
Gainco’s In-Motion CheckWeighers also feature an optional reject arm that diverts products quickly yet carefully, thereby optimizing quality and appearance of the product prior to re-work. Highly durable plastic belting is employed for reliability and enhanced sanitation. The three-frame design isolates the weigh unit from the heavy-duty infeed and outfeed frames, and an optional reject chute is also available.
An important feature of the in-motion checkweigher is the proprietary Gainco Infiniti™ Plus programmable controller, providing today’s best protection against washdown water and condensation thanks to a highly durable polymeric housing that protects the weighing apparatus equally well in cold work environments and during hot washdowns and high-pressure washing. Likewise, the housing is impervious to the harsh chemicals typically used in washdown procedures in meat, poultry and seafood processing environments. The unit is NTEP-certified, and third-party tests show that the controller’s performance meets the stringent IP69K washdown standard.
Gainco’s Dataman® Data Collection System, available for use with in-motion checkweighers, is a software/hardware combination allowing for the integration of all remote units on the production floor. Operators can set parameters for individual pieces of equipment, monitor yield and throughput, and create customized reports – all from a single location. The data is provided to plant managers and corporate executives via a network interface. The raw data can then be moved to popular databases such as Oracle, SQL Server and DB2.
Gainco’s new In-Motion CheckWeighing systems for red meat processors integrate seamlessly into existing meat production operations. For more information, contact Russ Williams at (770) 534-0703.
Since 1984, Gainco, Inc. has been a leader in the development of online electronic weighing, sizing, sorting and distribution systems to increase yields, productivity and efficiencies in meat and poultry processing plants. Gainco manufactures a full range of bench and floor scale equipment as well as automated weighing systems and equipment. The company’s extensive product line includes in-motion portion sizing equipment, high-speed sorting and counting systems for meat, poultry and seafood applications, as well as batch weighing equipment for processing parts into bags and/or boxes.
Gainco systems and equipment are installed in the facilities of major U.S. meat and poultry processing companies, as well as numerous international processing facilities. The company is a subsidiary of Bettcher Industries, Inc. Web site address: www.gainco.com.
For more information contact:
Russ Williams, Marketing Manager
(770) 534-0703
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Bean Media Group Announces Impressive Portfolio of Publications Across Australia and New Zealand
'Australia's Best' is the title for a new range of industry-specific publications about to be launched by Bean Media Group. The company, based on Sydney's north shore, also partners with Google and Yahoo news to provide quality business-related editorial.
(PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- "Extremely Innovate", "Genuinely Exciting" and "A Breath of Fresh Air" are all phrases that have been used to describe Bean Media Group's new range of industry-specific publications called 'Australia's Best'.
The company is about to release the flagship magazine 'Australia's Best Food & Drink', and already has significant contributions from major players in the industry such as SPC Ardmona, Starbucks, Bidvest, Australian Fast Foods (Red Rooster), Drakes, Bartter Enterprises, Dominos Pizza and Hardy's WIne.
A spokesperson at Bean Media Group gave the following statement: "We are delighted at the response to our flagship issue of 'Australia's Best' and it's fantastic to have so many well respected companies in the industry offering their support and backing this new range of publications. We have every confidence of growing the brand and demand for our second installment is already growing. Which companies we select for inclusion will obviously be down to us, but everything is headed in the right direction and we are extremely optimistic about the future."
The editorials on companies chosen to be featured are free of charge and are all replicated on Google and Yahoo news providing a powerful audience of some 40-plus million people a month. In addition to this, the print run expected for the first issue is expected to be over 55,000, which is again substantial and should prove to be a solid platform for a successful series of publications.
Bean Media Group have yet to decide on the industry for the second installment, but draft copies of Australia's Best Food & Drink all point to a high-quality, glossy, full colour magazine. There is the usual news section featuring companies within the industry and the editorial on the companies selected to participate seems good. The theme Bean Media Group are taking focusses on supply chain management and the importance of key suppliers.
There was no word from Bean Media on the exact nature of the second issue, however, it is widely-expected to be Australia's Best Manufacturing. If the quality of content, editorial and the magazine itself remains the same, the company should have an impressive array of publications to offer to industry.
Bean Media Group's website can be found here: http://www.BeanMedia.com.au
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Electrophysics Introduces High Definition Infrared Camera for Professional Thermographers
HotShot HD combines state of the art image quality with unique features to create the world's first affordable 640x480 resolution camera.
Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- Electrophysics (www.electrophysics.com) has introduced its new HotShot HD Portable Infrared Camera product line. The HotShot HD is the world's first affordable 640x480 resolution thermographic camera. With 4 times the number of pixels of 320x240 cameras and over 20 times the pixels of entry level infrared cameras, HotShot HD produces infrared images that are substantially sharper, making diagnosis of equipment reliability issues much more accurate, intuitive and precise. HotShot HD is designed for maintenance professionals responsible for inspection of high voltage electrical systems, production machinery and building envelopes. The camera includes a patent-pending laser highlighting system which for the first time permits camera users to easily identify objects on the thermal image. The camera also includes expert system technology whereby camera software suggests to the user typical problem causes and recommendations for observed equipment symptoms.
The new HotShot HD Infrared Camera from Electrophysics packs a significant amount of functionality into its compact 2.7 lb body including an integrated mega pixel visible camera, advanced image fusion, an intuitive icon-based touch-screen user controls, integrated inspection detail data collection and optional inspection route software. HotShot HD's easy-to-use touch screen interface facilitates the automatic capture of inspection point locations, fault information and observation details that can later be automatically incorporated into reports. Users can store hundreds of images to either a removable CF memory card or to the camera's internal memory.
"During the early phases of our product development program, we interviewed a large number of infrared camera users to learn what they wanted in a next generation thermography camera. Two requests were always at the top of any wish list, improved image quality and ease of use," said Chris Alicandro, Director of Sales for Electrophysics. "We selected the highest performance infrared imaging sensor available, designed the highest quality optics and created what is arguably the finest infrared camera available in the world. Most important, we are pleased that we can now offer this level of performance at extremely attractive prices," concluded Chris Alicandro.
HotShot HD also features Electrophysics' newest invention, the LaZir-X target marking system. While other IR camera feature an integrated laser pointer, normally the pointer is not aligned with the thermal camera image for points at any distance. This alignment problem (called parallax error) causes the laser pointer to drift away from the center of the thermal image as you move closer or further away from the factory set distance. The novel (patent pending) dual laser line system precisely marks the visual center of the image on the object from very close up to far away. In addition, the laser lines are easier to see on typical industrial gear than a small laser pointer whose red spot is often reflected away from the view of the camera operator particularly when inspecting electrical equipment.
Several HotShot models are available including highly sensitive models for building inspections, maintenance professionals that demand professional grade equipment and thermal inspection consultants who demand the finest image quality, accuracy and efficient report generation.
For additional information and full specifications on the HotShot HD cameras, or to schedule an onsite demo, please click here.
Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops and manufactures advanced thermal imaging, near infrared and night vision systems for use in a host of imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on delivering products that reflect the company's exceptional engineering capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly evolving imaging technologies. The Company has achieved exceptional growth as a result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to continuously innovation in order to support the success of our customers.
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Camstar Launches 2008 Global Customer Conference Website, Opens Conference Registration
Manufacturing 360 theme addresses enabling innovation and agility while ensuring quality.
Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) December 14, 2007 -- Camstar Systems, a leading provider of Enterprise Manufacturing Execution and Quality Systems, announced today that its 2008 Global Customer Conference Web site is now live at http://www.camstar.com/360conference
The Web site provides up-to-date information about the conference and enables Camstar customers and business partners to register online (http://www.camstar.com/360conference/register.html) for the event. The conference will be held April 27-30, 2008 at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort (http://www.camstar.com/360conference/location.html) in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
"Manufacturers are confronted with challenges surrounding innovation, cost and risk that must be addressed in order to grow and sustain profitability," said Rob Rudder, Camstar's Vice President of Sales and Marketing. "Camstar's 2008 Vision to Value Customer Conference will unveil Manufacturing 360, a comprehensive approach that manufacturers can use to manage these critical industry challenges."
Specifically, conference attendees will learn best practices that they can implement immediately to:
Enable Innovation to rapidly develop and commercialize new products into full production
Relieve Cost Pressures caused by competitive pricing and outsourcing of the supply chain
Meet Customer Demand for higher quality, customized products
Mitigate Risk of potential financial, brand, market share and regulatory exposure due to rapid change and its resulting adverse events
As part of the conference's packed, four-day agenda (http://www.camstar.com/360conference/agenda.html), Camstar customers and partners will share manufacturing visions, trends, best practices, successes, case studies and lessons learned. Industry experts from around the world will guide attendees in finding answers to pressing manufacturing questions and issues. Camstar executives will provide valuable information and education about the company's direction, and new products and services. In a special, hands-on user lab, attendees will develop new skills, get answers to technical questions and see the latest products in action by working one-on-one with application experts.
Camstar is currently accepting abstracts from customers, partners and industry experts who would like to present at the conference (http://www.camstar.com/360conference/callforpresenters.html). Those who are interested in securing a speaking opportunity should contact Susan Lamb at (408) 234-6617.
To learn more about the conference and register, visit:
www.camstar.com/360conference.
About Camstar Systems, Inc.
Camstar's Manufacturing Execution and Quality Systems help businesses rapidly boost the performance of their distributed manufacturing operations by delivering complete visibility, process enforcement, business intelligence, process interoperability and best practices. Camstar's customers have achieved flexibility for rapid growth and change, the highest quality products and leaner, more efficient operations.
More than 100 leading companies, including Johnson & Johnson, Biotronik, Zeiss, KCI, CIBA Vision, Roche Diagnostics, Abbott, Favrille, Applied Biosystems, Finsar, AMD, Hitachi, IBM, Kodak, Amkor, Corning, SanDisk, Renesas, Sony Ericsson and Industeel, rely on Camstar as a trusted software partner. For more information, please visit www.camstar.com.
About Disney's Yacht & Beach Club
Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resort welcomes guests into a nautical world of hardwood floors, brass fittings and luxurious accommodations. Nestled along the shores of Crescent Lake, guests are within walking distance to Disney's BoardWalk entertainment area, a leisurely stroll from Epcot®, and a short boat ride away from Disney's Hollywood Studios.
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Johnson Controls Metasys Enhancement Prevents Building Disasters - One Step Backup Insures System Reliability
Backing up Johnson Controls Metasys files has been a long and time consuming process made simple with the new MetaBAK™ product. www.metasysbackup.com The MetaBAK™ is a system on a USB Module to backup Metasys system information. Simply plug the MetaBAK™ into a USB port on the Metasys Operator Workstation (OWS) and it starts the backup program to save Metasys data for the building automaton system automatically. The data is saved on the MetaBAK™ module which is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and can be stored in a safe place. System backups are always important and increasingly important as systems age because equipment is more likely to fail. If a Building Automation System fails and there is not a reliable backup of the software the Mean Time To Repair is increased dramatically since all the data needs to be recreated and reentered. In many cases it can take weeks to bring the Building Automation System back to normal operations.
Racine, WI (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- Backing up Metasys files has been a long and time consuming process that is made simple with the new MetaBAK™ product. www.metasysbackup.com The MetaBAK™ is a fully contained backup system on a USB Module to backup Metasys system information. Simply plug the MetaBAK™ into a USB port on the OWS (Operator Workstation) and it starts the backup program to save Metasys data including feature data, global database and All NCM (Network Control Module) databases for the system. The data is saved on the MetaBAK™ module which is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and can be stored in a safe place.
System backups are always important and become increasingly important as systems age since equipment is more likely to fail. If a Building Automation System fails without a reliable software backup the Mean Time To Repair hours can increase dramatically since all the data needs to be recreated and reentered. In many cases it can take weeks to bring the Building Automation System back to normal operations.
Even though most of us know that we need to do regular backups, the fact is that many, if not most of us, don't do it because it is time consuming. MetaBAK solves this problem with a simple one step system backup solution.
MetaBAK is an easy to use backup solution that insures reliability.
"I just got the MetaBak software and ran it for the first time... Wow. Great product. My Johnson Controls Metasys system has 45 NCM's and after launching this program It uploaded all my NCM's, decompiled all DDL files and saved the database with one click of the mouse," said Greg Morris - Emcor. "It also showed me if I had any errors in the database and which NC the errors were in. I wish I had this tool years ago. A must have for anyone maintaining a Metasys system. Great job Dave."
There are a number of things that can corrupt Metasys databases.
Hard disk failure -- Mean Times Between Failure (MTBFs) have improved dramatically in the past several years for all peripherals. But so has data capacity and the amount of data that can be lost on disk failure. The problem is failures are unpredictable. Following Murphy's Law the loss will occur at the worst possible time. MetaBAK™ provides users a way to quickly and reliably recover from unpredictable disk failures.
Virus protection and spyware protection -- Viruses continue to be a problem and wreak havoc with systems, causing errors, lockups and data loss. Using MetaBAK™ user can quickly restore data lost through virus infection when used in conjunction with good virus detection software.
Events beyond an owner's control -- Natural and man-made disasters can occur that can cause the loss of Metasys data. These include fire, floods, lightning and malicious activity by a disgruntled employee. After such an occurrence, owners of a Metasys Building Automation System must regenerate configuration and system information which takes a long time. Using MetaBAK™ allows users to quickly and reliably restore system data after such calamity.
Since the MetaBAK™ is economical users can easily justify having multiple MetaBAK™ devices to preserve system integrity by storing backups in a fireproof safe and at an off-site location. If the users system goes, their data stays -- it may mean the difference between business as usual and buildings out of control with wasted energy.
MetaBAK is a Custom Computer Systems product.
About Custom Computer Systems:
Custom Computer Systems delivers add-on applications to add functions and features to Johnson Controls Metasys building automation systems. The company was founded in 2000 by David Hagemann based on 17 years of experience with the Johnson Controls Metasys Facility Management System and over 35 years of programming experience. Customer Computer Systems has delivered applications for a wide range of organizations including County of Sacramento, United States Air force, Cooper Power Systems, Center for Disease Control, John Deere, and Hyatt. Testimonials from these and other companies can be found on the company web site, www.davidhagemann.com.
Contacts:
David Hagemann
Custom Computer Systems
(262) 989-2771
1200 Cleveland Ave.
Racine, WI 53405
(262) 989-2771
Bill Lydon
Applied Marketing Concepts
Phone: 414-427-5853
www.mrktgsolutions.com
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20 Additional Lawsuits Filed Against Advanced Medical Optics Over Recalled Contact Lens Solution
California Court Orders Coordination of a Growing Number of Cases Alleging Blindness and Other Serious.
Santa Ana, CA (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- Twenty more products liability lawsuits* were filed this week against contact lens solution maker Advanced Medical Optics, Inc. in California state courts in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. The plaintiffs reside in California as well as numerous other states throughout the country. The lawsuits seek compensatory and punitive damages for serious injuries that the plaintiffs allege were caused by AMO's Complete® brand of contact lens disinfectant solutions.
Complete® MoisturePlus™ multipurpose solution was voluntarily recalled by AMO on May 25 at the request of the Food & Drug Administration after the Centers for Disease Control linked the solution to an outbreak of serious corneal infections known as Acanthamoeba keratitis. The plaintiffs contend that AMO knew that its solution was ineffective against the organism that causes the infection, and even changed the formula in a way that actually increased the likelihood of contracting the disease, yet failed to warn consumers about the risk.
The new lawsuits add to numerous cases previously filed in California and other states. There are presently at least 48 separate lawsuits involving over 80 individual plaintiffs pending against AMO in connection with its recalled solution, including several class actions. "We anticipate that there will be many more cases filed as lawyers continue to evaluate the medical records of potential claimants," said Mark Robinson of Robinson Calcagnie & Robinson in Newport Beach, California, one of three firms representing the new plaintiffs. Acanthamoeba keratitis is caused by contamination of contact lenses and lens cases with a common amoeba. It is often mistaken by doctors for viral or bacterial infections, but is more difficult to diagnose and treat, and is associated with a high rate of permanent vision loss and the need for corneal transplant surgery. "These are just horrific injuries," added Robinson, who said that a number of cases involve children, including four of the newly filed lawsuits.
Four of the new lawsuits were brought by individuals who unwittingly used the product after it was recalled by AMO. "We have a growing number of clients who were never told about the recall," said Michael Schmidt of The Schmidt Firm in Dallas, Texas. Schmidt pointed to the results of a CDC survey this past summer which showed that less than half of surveyed contact lens wearers were aware of the recall and that unwary consumers were continuing to use the product. More troubling, officials also reported that CDC received reports of at least four new cases of Acanthamoeba keratitis linked to use of the product after the recall went into effect. A spokesman for CDC reportedly called the continued use of the product by those unaware of the risk "a real tragedy." On July 31, the official FDA website announced that the recall had been reclassified from "voluntary" to "Class 1," which FDA reserves for cases where product use is associated with the "reasonable probability" of "serious adverse health consequences or death."
The newest personal injury lawsuits follow a ruling by a California judge granting a plaintiff's request, opposed by AMO, to have all current and future California lawsuits involving AMO's solutions coordinated in a single court. "Coordination will create some efficiencies that should expedite discovery and trials," said Thomas M. Moore of Moore Labriola LLP in Newport Beach, who also represents the new plaintiffs. Moore anticipates that the California Judicial Council (the administrative arm of the California Supreme Court) will soon assign a specific judge to hear all of the cases.
*Anders v. AMO 30-2007-00100195, Berardi v. AMO 30-2007-00100191, Carlisle v. AMO 30-2007-00100074-CU-PL-CJC, David v. AMO 30-2007-00100043, Mary v. AMO 30-2007-00100145-CU-LL-CJC, Greene v. AMO 30-2007-00100144-CU-PL-CJC, Grigg v. AMO 30-2007-00100071-CU-PL-CJC, Hathcock v. AMO 30-2007-00100047, Husain v. AMO 30-2007-00100075-CL-PU-CJC, Moore v. AMO 30-2007-00100149-CU-PL-CJC, Nelson v. AMO 30-2007-00100134-CU-PL-CJC, Phillips v. AMO 30-2007-00100045, Reyes v. AMO 30-2007-00100146-CU-PL-CJC, Rieder v. AMO 30-2007-00100194, Pyle v. AMO - 30-2007-00100189, Straub v. AMO 30-2007-00100048, Syfert v. AMO 30-2007-00100192, Welsh v. AMO 30-2007-00100051, Whetstone v. AMO 30-20007-00100065-CU-PL-CJC, Vargas v AMO LC 079919
CONTACT:
Robert H Hilley IV
Schmidt & Clark
(858) 688-0923
hilley@schmidtandclark.com
http://www.schmidtandclark.com
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US Based Bates Style Bedspreads Manufacturer MH Weavers Looking to Add 2nd Shift as Competitors Move Overseas
As the manufacturers In the United States for high quality bedspreads look for cheaper labor cost overseas, MH Weavers continues to grow and expand its operations here in Lewiston, Maine
Lewiston, ME (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- MH Weavers owner, Fred Lebel recently received word that one of the nation's largest manufactures of Matelasse Bedspreads is getting out of the business apparently because it cannot compete with products being produced in China and other foreign countries. "The fact they are going out of the business is sad in one sense because it means people will be losing their jobs, but on the other hand it presents a tremendous opportunity for Maine Heritage Weavers. We think our company has reached a point where we can meet the challenge and can continue to grow as we have over the past five years," Lebel said.
When Bates Mill Fabrics closed its doors shortly after the turn of the century Alfred Lebel, a Bates employee for over 50 years and former President of the company, decided it was important that he put a team together of former Bates employees and start another company. Lebel and his team have been bucking the cheap global labor trend ever since and now are adding a second shift to keep up with the demand.
The rhythmic clacking of Jacquard looms provides a visitor to Maine Heritage Weavers, Inc., of Lewiston, Maine, with the sense of going back in time. Maine Heritage Weavers is located along the banks of the Androscoggin river in Lewiston, Maine, which is the same area that the former Bates Fabrics Manufacturing mill was located. The skilled craftsmen and women of MH Weavers, all former Bates employees, are applying their trade on looms similar to those used by former Bates employees for over 150 years. The difference, they will tell you, is the matelasse and terry bedspreads, coverlets, throws, and shams they are weaving are even better then those that Bates Mill produced.
"We wanted to insure our customers that they can still buy high quality matelasse and terry bedspreads made in the USA, and we have accomplished that. Our biggest challenge is to find ways to let our former customers know that these bedspreads and associated products are still being woven in the USA by American workers," Lebel says. "We are growing every month so the word is getting out and we sense people truly do want to buy US made products. Every time I go to a major retail outlet and see inferior bedspreads being manufactured in China at a cost similar to the high quality bedspreads we manufacture, it gives me even more incentive to work harder," he continues.
Maine Heritage Weavers has design capabilities so it can weave to meet specific needs. The company also weaves a high quality horse blanket which is receiving praises from those that own and ride horses.
"Our employees take a great deal of pride in their work and they know the company will be successful because of the quality products we are producing," Lebel says with a great deal of pride.
Clacketi Clack, the looms continue as Lebel talks about the future of Maine Heritage Weavers. It is almost like the looms themselves sense the growing demand for quality USA made Bedspreads and know, as a result, they will remain in the USA and not be shipped to some unknown destination in China.
"Those who haven't heard of Bates style bedspreads should talk to their mother or grandmother, they'll know," Lebel says with a smile. "I would urge potential customers to visit the original Bates Mill Store website at www.batesmillstore.com to learn more about these fine products."
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25 Years in Business and the Creativity of New Custom Seat Cover Patterns Still Shines
This December, Seat Covers Unlimited reaches their 25th year in the car seat cover industry, which has led them to be the chosen company by many car dealerships to produce their seat cover patterns. Seat Covers Unlimited's vast experience allows them to outfit seat covers to their clients for almost every 2008 make and model as soon as they are released to dealerships. They are in the fore-front of the pattern making process, providing seat covers for large companies such as Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Dodge, Jeep, Nissan, Honda, and the list goes on.
Mesa, AZ (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- This December, Seat Covers Unlimited reaches their 25th year in the car seat cover industry, which has led them to be the chosen company by many car dealerships to produce their seat cover patterns. Seat Covers Unlimited's vast experience allows them to outfit seat covers to their clients for almost every 2008 make and model as soon as they are released to dealerships. They are in the fore-front of the pattern making process, providing seat covers for large companies such as Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Dodge, Jeep, Nissan, Honda, and the list goes on.
Along with Seat Covers Unlimited's outstanding line of patterns, they also carry the largest selection of fabrics: including Upholstery fabrics (Scottsdale, Regal, Madrid, and Vel-quilt), Camouflage patterns, Neoprene, Sheepskin, Imitation Sheepskin, Saddle-Blanket, Tweed, and Vinyl. All of Seat Covers Unlimited's fabrics are currently available for your 2008 model year vehicle. To help ensure perfection in their patterns and fabrics, a drawing program is used which allows their covers to be machine cut for accuracy and consistency. As a result, their pattern line is one of the largest, if not the largest, available today for your 2008 model year vehicle.
Seat Covers Unlimited also has several different fit options allowing the customer a choice where pricing is concerned. Universal fit will fit some bucket seats without airbags. Most seats will need to be custom made. Custom fit is made specifically for the customers' car year, make and model with a stretch back to help keep costs down. Super or Full custom seat covers include the fabric of choice not only on the face of the seat but the back of the seat as well to provide a more snug and lasting cover. For even more options in custom seat covers, tailor made and two-tone covers are available for Seat Covers Unlimited's customers.
Seat Covers Unlimited uses their excellent patterns, large fabric selection, computer aided design process, well defined seat cover types, and years of experience to deliver your car seat cover in about two to two and a half weeks. Seat Covers Unlimited is located in Mesa, Arizona, with another location in Northern Utah to assist in servicing their ever-expanding clientele.
About Seat Covers Unlimited:
Seat Covers Unlimited has been manufacturing custom seat covers and accessories for over 25 years, having serviced thousands and thousands of clients along the way. Seat Covers Unlimited has consistently grown at a rate of 10-15% every year. Seat Covers Unlimited started their company with several focuses:
1. To make seat covers that would fit almost any year, make and model.
2. To use durable upholstery style fabrics - unlike the cheap 2-4 dollar range fabrics that most of their competitors use.
3. To add comfort to their car seat cover fabrics by adding a 3/8 inch foam backing
4. Seat Covers Unlimited uses "Neo-Sport" to offer a super-custom full fabric back, thus providing a better fit and years more use. Instead of the prevalent nylon stretch back that most of their competitors use.
5. Seat Covers Unlimited offers a huge selection of choices to fit any customers' tastes or desire.
Seat Covers Unlimited also knew that the products they offer were of the highest quality and that their excellent customer service would keep them in business for years to come. Their pattern makers are the best in the business. Seat Covers Unlimited began manufacturing full fabric back seat covers when most of their competitors said it could not be done. Therefore, their pattern line is much more comprehensive. Most other car seat cover companies are shy when it comes to making seat covers for hard to fit seat configurations, whereas Seat Covers Unlimited enjoys the challenge. Many car seat cover companies have come and gone since Seat Covers Unlimited started because they were focused solely on their bottom line and quantity instead of quality. Seat Covers Unlimited takes pride in the fact that once you become a customer of Seat Covers Unlimited you will use them anytime you buy a new or used vehicle. Try Seat Covers Unlimited once and you'll be a customer for life.
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Duquesa Marketing to Manage Development and Market Launch of G-DOS Garage Door Accessory Unique Product Will Have Universal Application and Environmental Benefit for Any Overhead Garage Door
Geoff Ficke, President of international consulting firm Duquesa marketing, announced today that his firm has been engaged to manage product development and market launch for the G-DOS garage door accessory product.
Florence, KY (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- Geoff Ficke, President of international consulting firm Duquesa marketing, announced today that his firm has been engaged to manage product development and market launch for the G-DOS garage door accessory product.
"You wouldn't think that there would be much that could be done to effect or improve performance of the quintessential American home garage door," said Mr. Ficke. "However, the G-DOS really offers unique features and benefits that homeowners will appreciate once the product is fully commercialized. We are ramping to improve on the original design and perfect manufacturing processes for a launch in 2008."
"Linda Dutton, the creator of G-DOS, lives in a California desert community and used her living experience to design a solution to a problem that challenges most homeowners," said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of Duquesa Marketing. "The G-DOS is an elegantly simple answer to an environmental issue that almost all homeowners confront at some point each year."
"We searched widely, interviewed many, and are very excited that our efforts have lead to our appointment of Duquesa Marketing as managing consultants for G-DOS," said Linda Dutton, creator of the G-DOS. "They offered us a unique turn key product development and marketing house."
Duquesa Marketing has over 35 years experience in sales, marketing, funding and product development. The Company has extensive international experience and specializes in consumer products.
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Corvest Names New Human Resources Manager
President and CEO of Corvest, Samuel F. Rossa, today announced the appointment of Wynne Voss as Human Resources Manager.
Largo, FL (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- President and CEO of Corvest, Samuel F. Rossa, today announced the appointment of Wynne Voss as Human Resources Manager.
"Being tasked with attracting the best talent available anywhere, we are thrilled that Wynne has joined our leadership team," said Rossa. "Because Corvest is committed to maintaining its leadership position within the promotional products industry, Wynne's appointment continues our commitment to excellence in providing consistent speed, quality and value to our partner-customers," he added.
Voss is responsible for the direction of the human resources function and alignment to Corvest's business strategy, as well as, all generalist duties, strategic human resources planning, human resources consulting, performance improvement and training. She will also work closely with leadership in talent development, succession planning and organizational development
Voss's prior professional background includes more than 22 years of diversified HR generalist experience at GE and Hartford Financial Services, where she served most recently as Regional HR Manager and Senior HR Consultant. Her responsibilities included strategic human resources planning, employee relations, recruitment, change management initiatives, training and organizational development.
Voss attended the University of St. Francis, and is currently completing her Bachelors degree from the University of Phoenix. She is certified in both Six Sigma, and as a diversity trainer.
About Corvest:
Award-winning, multi-million dollar promotional products supplier Corvest SPV, LLC, located in beautiful, sunny central Florida, owns and operates three highly successful operating units - Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me. Each unit has been in operation for nearly 50 years, and the company as a whole employs over 300 talented associates in the brand new, state-of-the-art, 250-thousand square foot facility. Owned by one of the world's leading private investment firms, Cerberus Capital Management, Corvest remains a top 20 wholesale supplier for the promotional product industry. For additional information, please visit the company websites at www.advalite.com; www.iagtm.com; and www.toppersllc.com
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Drywall Tools Outlet.com Offers New Spanish Language Version of its Popular Online E-shop
Drywall Tools Outlet.com has answered the call for more Spanish language tools sites with a fully functioning version of their expanding web store.
Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- DrywallToolsOutlet.com is pleased to announce the addition of a fully integrated Spanish language version of their online store. www.AcabadosProfesionalesdeDrywall.com will lead the shopper to the Drywall Tools Outlet.com site with all tools, parts and accessories listed in Spanish.
"Our customers have requested this direct Spanish language site to speed their purchasing of all their drywall tools. While we have provided a Spanish translation on the Drywall Tools Outlet site before, it required the user to enter the site via the DTO domain name. Now, the Spanish speaking drywall contractor only needs to know the Spanish domain name, www.AcabadosProfesionalesdeDrywall.com ," said Ronald Sagaert, Vice President of Drywall Tools Outlet.
A drywall professional looking for drywall tools who would prefer shopping in Spanish will find all his favorite brand name taping tools, stilts, taping and finishing knives, mud pans and accessories listed in an easy to use format. Manufacturers that the drywall professional knows and trusts include, TapeTech, USG Sheetrock Tools, NorthStar Tools, NuWay Tools, Hyde, Marshalltown, Kraft, Warner, Wal-Board, 3M and many more fill the pages of this unique online e-store.
Besides the everyday low prices common with Drywall Tools Outlet.com, www.AcabadosProfesionalesdeDrywall.com will also offer the same Rewards program that has made Drywall Tools Outlet.com such a favorite place to shop. Every dollar spent on either site can earn reward points for that customer; points which can then be tracked and redeemed for valuable free gifts. Low prices and free stuff -- what's not to like about that?
About Acabados Profesionales de Drywall:
Acabados Profesionales de Drywall is the Spanish domain of the popular e-store, Drywall Tools Outlet.com and offers the same unique, high quality, brand name tools, parts and accessories for the drywall professional. Our offices are located in both North Carolina and Georgia.
Ronald Sagaert, Vice President
1-888-295-8665
http://acabadosprofesionalesdedrywall.com
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Sky-Trax Launches Value Added Reseller (VAR) Premier Partner Program
Sky-Trax announces the official launch of their Premier Partner Program.
New Castle, Delaware (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- Sky-Trax, Inc. is please to announce the launch of their VAR Premier Partner Program. The Sky-Trax Premier Partner Program is designed to create partnerships with quality companies having proven track records of customer service and successful installations that are interested in expanding and differentiating their technology offerings by adding Sky-Trax to their product line. The program solicits companies currently integrating material handling hardware and software solutions for warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities. VAR's that participate in the Premier Partner Program will have the opportunity to generate new income streams by reselling the unique Sky-Trax products bundled with their own professional services for design, integration, installation and support.
"We offer our new partners a unique chance to differentiate themselves and increase their bottom lines." Said Mitch Silver, Sky-Trax CEO. "What Sky-Trax hopes to accomplish through this program is new relationships that are win-win solutions. Not just win-win for Sky-Trax and the reseller, but for the end customer as well. There are many benefits to being a Sky-Trax partner that include access to revolutionary Sky-Trax technology not available through any other source, qualified leads, support and access to everything they might need, and participation in joint marketing and PR events" said Silver.
The Premier Partner Program is structured to custom fit any size VAR. In addition to receiving preferred pricing, qualified sales leads, and a Sky-Trax Launch Kit, partners will gain access to a secure web site where they will have access to program information, sales, marketing & technical tools, and a community area with a bulletin board and forum area.
"We are very excited about our new program and by the early success it has generated for our first partners" said Larry Mahan, Sky-Trax President. "Sky-Trax has taken great care in creating a program that will work for both Sky-Trax and our partners. We value all of our relationships and want to provide the best experience possible. When you become a Sky-Trax partner you are gaining much more then just new technology, you are adding services and support for your company as well as the ability to solve stubborn industry problems for your customers that did not exist before Sky-Trax technology was introduced" said Mahan.
To learn more about the Sky-Trax VAR Premier Partner Program, please visit
http://www.sky-trax.com/company/VARProgram.php or contact the Sky-Trax Business Development Office at: 866-927-4927.
About Sky-Trax Inc.:
Sky-Trax develops revolutionary inch-accurate tracking systems for warehouse vehicles. Safety and productivity applications employing IPS are economical and practical to deploy, allowing warehouse professionals to substantially increase safety and improve warehouse efficiency. The results are fewer safety incidents, much lower operating costs, improved inventory accuracy, and greater throughput. For more information, please visit www.Sky-Trax.com.
Contact:
Sarah Sagin
302-395-9540 x807
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NOVACES Sponsors the First-Ever Webinar on the Integration of Lean Six Sigma with Theory of Constraints in MRO
The International Society of Six Sigma Professionals (ISSSP) will host the program as part of its Focused Sessions for the advancement of education, research and implementation of Six Sigma.
New Orleans (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- NOVACES, a premier provider of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) consulting and training services, announced today that it will present the synergistic advantages of using Theory of Constraints (TOC) with Lean Six Sigma (LSS) to better focus efforts to achieve continuous system improvement. The event features contributions from the company's team members Dynamics Research Corporation (DRC) and Avraham Goldratt Institute (AGI) who have been pioneering this breakthrough methodology together.
This integrated approach recognizes that interdependencies among processes must be considered to improve an enterprise's output. While both Lean Six Sigma and TOC have been successfully implemented for some time, their effectiveness in tandem is now being proven. The value that TOC brings to improving an organization's processes is its disciplined manner of identifying what to change, what to change it to and how to achieve the change.
"TOC identifies the constraints and core conflicts that exist in an enterprise and points to the solution that will best align it with the strategic objectives of the overall system," said CEO Bahadir Inozu, Ph.D. of NOVACES. The result of the approach helps to build the tactical plan that will transition an organization.
This combination of methodologies is shown to deliver powerful results in the MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Operations/Overhaul) environment by focusing on the system, identifying constraints and removing waste and defects from the processes. The webinar will take place December 18, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. EST. Attendees are invited to register at www.isssp.com.
About NOVACES
NOVACES is a premier implementer of today's most powerful business process improvement methodologies that strengthen operational capabilities, efficiencies and financial performance. The company delivers Lean Six Sigma consulting and training to clients in the defense, healthcare, manufacturing, maritime and service industries. NOVACES is dedicated to advancing the science of process improvement and leverages research to offer the most effective solutions in the market. For more information, please visit www.novaces.com.
About Dynamics Research Corporation
Dynamics Research Corporation (DRC) is a leading provider of mission-critical technology management services and solutions for government programs. DRC offers forward-thinking solutions backed by a history of excellence and customer satisfaction. Founded in 1955, DRC is a publicly held corporation (NASDAQ: DRCO) and maintains more than 25 offices nationwide with major offices in Andover, Massachusetts; Vienna, Virginia; and Fairborn, Ohio. For more information please visit our website at www.drc.com.
About Avraham Goldratt Institute
AGI is the birthplace of the Theory of Constraints (TOC). It was founded as an educational institution in 1986 by Dr. Eli Goldratt, author of the bestseller The Goal, It's Not Luck, and Critical Chain. Today, AGI is home to the world's foremost TOC experts and practitioners, with 14 offices across six continents. AGI is the world's largest consulting firm specializing in the application of TOC to achieve significant bottom-line results in organizations as diverse as industry, services, government, education, military, and healthcare. For more information please visit our website at www.goldratt.com.
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Lasit, USA Presents Next Generation CompactMark®: Multi-Axis Laser Marking System (Standard or Custom)
Lasit, USA proudly introduces its newest generation CompactMark®, a multi-axis rugged, industrial laser marking system with a wide range of features offering versatility and capability.
Branford, CT (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- Lasit, USA proudly introduces its newest generation CompactMark®, a multi-axis rugged, industrial laser marking system with a wide range of features offering versatility and capability.
The fully enclosed rigid welded steel Class One system with pneumatic doors (or optional Class IV with open door) is ideal for marking metals, plastics and many organic materials, and is fully air cooled, eliminating the need and cost for water chilling.
The XYZ control is optimized through the use of a smooth joystick. Together with the flexible preview features and the SmartFocus®, the system is designed for ease of use in positioning various single parts. The system boasts a full 19 x 15 inch pallet that provides optimal throughput when marking multiple parts. Custom large sizes are also available. The automatic z axis allows for height clearance up to 15 ¾ inches. The system can be customized with 5 axes and additional features including W Axis, Pick and Place, Palletized Shuttles, Conveyors, and Pneumatic Lifts as well as an expanded work are for increasing productivity to mark large trays or pallets of parts.
When cylindrical marks are required, this system provides the most flexibility in the industry. The CompactMark® can be equipped with an optional fully automatic W axis (rotary indexer) to minimize any downtime in changing over from the table to the rotary indexer.
Software provides for marking alpha-numeric text, bar codes, data matrix, graphics, logos, serialization as well as on the fly processing with encoder feedback. Materials such as Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, Annodized Aluminum and other coated metals and as well as plastics can be marked with our fiber systems.
The rigid welded steel body provides precision machining, which allows repeatable positioning as well as precise marking when using additional fixtures to support the parts. The motors are all servo driven with 2048 lines per revolution and an integrated encoder, which prevents marking the parts in the wrong position.
Lasit, USA offers the CompactMark with a full range of lasers:
20, 30, 50, 100, 200 Watt FiberFly - under 30 watts -completely air cooled, no consumables, high reliability, high definition marking or deep engraving with a fully unconditional warranty
FlyAir 10 Watt Vanadate - completely air cooled, an advanced end pumped vanadate laser with very short pulse duration for precision marking of fine details, even with very delicate surfaces. Fully modular, easy plug-and-play changeover in replacing diodes with no technical intervention. Life expectancy is over 15,000 hours.
Fly 50 or 70 Watts - Water cooled, side pumped Nd:Yag with quality beam resulting in larger spot size ideal for annealing and larger marks. Enhanced reliability.
C02: 10- 30 Watts - Air cooled. High quality Gaussian beam profile, high reliability.
Green - ideal for marking on substrates that require greater contrast than Fiber or Vanadate such as certain plastics and rubbers.
Offices:
Franklin, Massachusetts Branford, Connecticut Evans, Georgia
Vico Equense, Italy Florence, Italy
Contact: Robin Barbero
VP Sales and Marketing
508 528-2542
www.LasitUSA.com
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New OMAX® 60120 JetMachining® Center Offers Large Scale Precision Versatile Precision Abrasive Waterjet Offers Unmatched Flexibility to Machine Shops
The new 60120 JetMachining® Center is the latest addition to OMAX® Corporation's line of precision abrasive waterjets. The large format machine is ideal for quick and accurate cutting of larger or multiple parts from stock up to 5' x 10' (1.5m x 3m).
Kent, Washington (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The new 60120 JetMachining® Center is the latest addition to OMAX® Corporation's line of precision abrasive waterjets. The large format machine is ideal for quick and accurate cutting of larger or multiple parts from stock up to 5' x 10' (1.5m x 3m).
An innovative traction drive makes the 60120 one of the most accurate large format machines in the OMAX line of JetMachining Centers. The traction drive achieves its high accuracy by closing a positioning loop with linear encoders in the same manner as a linear motor. The result is a robust and reliable system that is well-suited to harsh environments and requires little maintenance. In addition, the traction drive of the 60120 enables faster traverse speeds, which can greatly reduce the throughput times when machining multiple and nested parts.
The OMAX 60120 employs a bridge style Y-Axis design that allows the cutting head to move past the catcher tank for unobstructed loading of materials. Like all OMAX JetMachining Centers, the 60120 has the ability to cut a wide variety of materials, including ceramics, composites, plastic, glass and stone, as well as metals like aluminum, tool steel, stainless steel, mild steel and titanium with an accuracy of motion up to .003".
The 60120 comes standard with OMAX Corporation's patented "Compute First - Move Later" motion control technology, which incorporates Windows® XP software. The system can calculate the velocity of a tool path at over 2,000 points per inch, allowing for complete control over the motion of an abrasivejet, and enabling precise, rapid machining. Other standard features of the 60120 include a durable abrasive feed system, MAXJET® 5 Diamond Nozzle Assembly and an ultra-high pressure direct drive pump.
The 60120 offers substantial productivity gains by eliminating the need for tool changes and complex fixturing, reducing setup times by up to 50% over traditional cutting methods. Its fast cutting speed, combined with minimal set up times, maximizes a user's flexibility and productivity.
Like all OMAX products, the 60120 JetMachining Center comes with the OMAX Technology Guarantee, which provides free software updates to existing customers for the life of the machine.
About OMAX
Headquartered in Kent, Washington, OMAX ® Corporation is the leading manufacturer of precision abrasive waterjet systems. Each OMAX JetMachining® system is powered by the company's innovative control software, bringing affordable abrasivejet technology to an expanding and diverse group of industries, particularly including the machine shop environment. For more information on OMAX products and accessories, contact Sandra McLain at 800-838-0343 or visit www.omax.com.
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Prime Minister’s Prize for Mechanical Engineering Granted to Shinhan Diamond
At the 37th Korea Precision Industry Technology Awards, held on November 21, 2007 by Korea Testing Laboratory, a subsidiary of Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy, the Prime Minister’s Prize for Mechanical Engineering was awarded to Shinhan Diamond Industrial Ltd., Co. (hereafter “Shinhan Diamond”) for its display panel cutting technology product, Scriber.
(PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- At the 37th Korea Precision Industry Technology Awards, held on November 21, 2007 by Korea Testing Laboratory, a subsidiary of Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Energy, the Prime Minister’s Prize for Mechanical Engineering was awarded to Shinhan Diamond Industrial Ltd., Co. (hereafter “Shinhan Diamond”) for its display panel cutting technology product, Scriber.
With 30 years of experience on cutting technology for stone, construction, precision, and semiconductor industries, the company, located in Incheon, South Korea, developed LCD/PDP cutting technology and has competed with a Japanese manufacturer, MDI, in the market.
Shinhan Diamond’s award-winning product, HMS (Half Moon Shape) Scriber, is a precision tool which makes less than 20 micrometer wide grooves on the surface of display panels such as those found on PDP and LCD screens and creates vertical crevices to cut into required sizes and shapes without breaking.
Regarding Scriber, MDI had filed a lawsuit against Shinhan Diamond (Taiwan Patent Application No. 085102753N02), claiming that Shinhan Diamond had infringed on its patent applied to display panel cutting and Shinhan Diamond had raised the invalidity of the patent as a defense in October, 2004. The court, on November 20, 2006, ruled that the shape and dimensions included in the granted patent is not noble or non-obvious and therefore the patent is invalid. By winning the case, Shinhan Diamond laid the foundation to enter the over 60 million dollars global market of which MDI has had over 90 percent share. It is good news to those PDP and LCD screen manufacturers who used to have no other option than purchasing display panel cutting tools from MDI at bubble prices set by the only supplier. Now they have possibilities to enjoy lower scriber costs resulted from fair competition between Shinhan Diamond and MDI and further, decreased manufacturing costs and gain competitive edge in the global market.
Shinhan Diamond expects its 2007 sales revenue to increase to 150 billion won from 122 billion won in 2006, partially thanks to escalating sales of Scriber.
Contact:
Heather Yoon
Tel : 82-32-810-3385
www.shinhandia.com
Source: Public Relations Department, Shinhan Diamond Industrial Ltd., Co.
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Mobile-Shop Company Receives GSA Schedule Contract
Mobile-Shop has been approved by the GSA to sell directly to federal government customers.
Columbus, OH (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The General Services Administration (GSA) has approved the Columbus-based Mobile-Shop Company (www.mobile-shop.com) for listing among vendors authorized to sell directly to federal government customers.
"This is a major step forward in our efforts to expand our sales to another strategic market," said Mobile-Shop President Edward "Jerry" Guirlinger. "The Mobile-Shop® tool and parts organization system is a perfect solution for increasing productivity and efficiency among maintenance professionals working in government facilities. It offers a standardized system that gives every maintenance technician the tools necessary to get the job done right the first time, without having to leave the job site to search for another tool or part. The unique feature of numbered and labeled pockets for every item provides accountability that technicians and facility managers have never before enjoyed.
"The GSA approval means we will now be able to sell directly to these customers, and via the GSA's electronic catalog GSA Advantage!, at an agreed upon price. Government facilities managers will be able to reap the same benefits that property management professionals in the multi-family residential and the commercial property management fields have seen after implementing the Mobile-Shop System at their properties."
Guirlinger said more than 200 companies in the United States and Canada have installed Mobile-Shops at their properties, including many of the largest property management organizations in North America.
"The feedback we're receiving has been overwhelmingly positive," said Guirlinger. "Facility managers who have traditionally struggled with property maintenance are now able to put a system in place that they can manage while, at the same time, increasing productivity, professionalism, and profitability."
The patented Mobile-Shop System organizes and includes 230 professional quality tools and 180 critical small parts (over 1,000 pieces). It is highly transportable and boasts an accountability system that allows every tool and part to be inventoried in less than 60 seconds.
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The Center of Workforce Innovations and BlueBean Announce "RFID 101" Seminar for Only $99
The Center of Workforce Innovations of Northwest Indiana (CWI) is excited to announce that their partner BlueBean, the RFID Solutions Company, will be presenting "RFID 101" on January 18th from 9 am - 4 pm at Ivy Tech's Valparaiso campus. The seminar will show companies in the area how Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is being used to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
Valparaiso, IN (PRWEB) December 13, 2007 -- The Center of Workforce Innovations of Northwest Indiana (CWI) is excited to announce that their partner BlueBean, the RFID Solutions Company, will be presenting "RFID 101" on January 18th from 9 am - 4 pm at Ivy Tech's Valparaiso campus. The seminar will show companies in the area how Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is being used to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
"This type of seminar normally costs $1750 per person. However, CWI is underwriting $1651 of that cost making this seminar available for only $99 per person," says Sandra Alvarez, Senior Workforce Associate at the Center of Workforce Innovations. "We feel like this is a tremendous value to the manufacturing, transportation, di