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March 31, 2008

Management's Antidote for Turbulent Times; New Book Sheds Light on Emerging Practice of Using Interim Managers in Marketing and Sales

A new book provides fresh insight and best practices on how CEOs are starting to use interim management to achieve versatility and growth without adding fixed overhead.

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- What is the little-known secret some CEOs use to keep employment costs down while maintaining growth strategies during uncertain economic conditions? The answer involves the prudent use of interim or on-demand managers within their Marketing and Sales departments, according to the authors of "Leadership On Demand: How Smart CEOs Tap Interim Management to Drive Revenue".

Although companies today are familiar with using interim executives to fill temporary gaps in HR, IT and Finance departments the new book provides fresh insight and best practices on how to use interim, "just-in-time" talent to impact the revenue engine of their organization--Marketing and Sales.

The authors contend that too many companies have allowed temporary gaps in Marketing and Sales leadership to retard their revenue performance. The gaps occur in three areas: a key management position is vacant for more than a month, a critical set of required skills is missing in the organization, or there's a shortage of management time to accomplish an important business initiative.

"This topic is one of great importance to our economy and society. The chapters do a good job of identifying the general trends that would lead a company to consider the utilization of an interim manager," said John Mavers, First Vice President, Washington Mutual Bank.

Through its 14 chapters the book shows CEOs how to identify when interim management should be considered, how to structure an engagement, how to socialize the solution within the organization, how to justify the fee, etc. The book includes interviews from CEO's, COO's and Board members who share their experiences and insights about the prudent use of on-demand leaders in small and large organizations.

"Leadership On Demand: How Smart CEOs Tap Interim Management to Drive Revenue" is published by LOD Publishing, LLC and can be ordered from http://www.leadership-on-demand.com or http://www.Amazon.com. The suggested retail price is $28.95 plus shipping and handling. The title is available in both paperback and eBook formats.

About the authors:
The authors and editor of the book have over 75 years combined sales and marketing management experience primarily in high tech, pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.

Charles Besondy, author. After a career holding marketing leadership positions for small high-tech companies in Washington State and Texas, Besondy began his consulting and interim management practice in Austin in 2001. He has conducted interim management assignments for a range of companies, such as a Web start-up, a computer manufacturer, s professional sports franchise, and a large financial services vendor. Regarded as an authority on the topic of interim management for marketing functions he is co-author of the book, "Leadership On Demand: How Smart CEOs Tap Interim Management to Drive Revenue". His blog on the same topic, One Riot - One Ranger, (http://cbesondy.wordpress.com) is a popular source of insight and leading-edge thinking on the topic of interim management.

Paul Travis, author. Having managed a team of 10 and a budget of $5 million as a Vice President of Marketing for a publicly traded internet security company, after executive roles in foodservice to software publishing, Travis made the move into consulting. He has served in both project and interim capacities primarily in branding, product marketing, and launching new offerings - for technology, food/beverage, and manufacturing clients situated between British Columbia and the Midwest United States. In addition to his capacity as President of the Institute of Management Consultants - Pacific Northwest Chapter, he serves on the board of two privately held companies. His blog, http://www.60-Second-Marketing.com, features educational insights around snapshots of "hits and misses" in the marketing world.

Theresa Heath, editor. With over 25 years of experience, Ms. Heath is an innovative leader skilled in creating and implementing business development plans that reinvigorate sales teams and grow new products and markets. A strategist with a global and conceptual perspective, Ms. Heath approaches problem-solving in a relational and holistic manner by utilizing experience, intuition and knowledge to craft fresh and imaginative solutions. Heath is a versatile executive with both sales and marketing expertise in the healthcare and technology sectors, with a particular emphasis on bringing new technology successfully to market and exceeding company goals. Her background and flexibility serve her well in consulting, particularly in sales turnaround situations, developing new markets and new product commercialization.

Book Statistics:
Title: Leadership On Demand
Subtitle: How Smart CEOs Tap Interim Management to Drive Revenue
Authors: Charles Besondy, Paul Travis
Editor: Theresa Heath
ISBN: 978-0-9802035-1-6 (paperback), 978-0-9802035-0-9 (eBook)
Category: Business Management
Length: 112 pages
Retail price: $28.95
Binding: 6"x9" trade paperback
eBook platform: Requires PDF reader software
Illustration: Charts and tables
Additions: Case studies, resources, reader survey

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Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants Offers Consumers & Businesses A Way To Stop Getting Ripped Off With Global Counterfeiting

A year ago Americas Watchdog created the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants as a way to combat global counterfeiting & at the same time, as a way to protect consumers and businesses. Counterfeit goods spanning pharmaceuticals, entertainment, software, fashion, spare parts to even cigarettes reaps hundreds of billions of dollars per year. According to the group, "health, safety and global commerce are all at risk". The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants says, "the only way to curb global counterfeiting is to go after the bigger players by making it much harder to distribute their knock offs to consumers, who think they are getting a deal".

(PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- Nearly a year ago Americas Watchdog formed the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants as a way to curb global counterfeiting, in order to insure consumers were getting the genuine product, and to protect big and small businesses from having their products stolen by crooks. Out of safety concerns, and or concerns over theft of intellectual property/ the actual manufacturers product, the group has indicated that it will go to war to protect a trade marked or a manufacturers protected product. One example of the groups efforts has been to advise global consumers not to purchase pharmaceuticals over the Internet unless the product can be verified as real. The global counterfeiting of drugs costs pharmaceutical companies and their shareholders $100 billion per year. According to the group,"this is not acceptable". The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting web site is located at Http://GP-CC.Com

Aside from legitimate drug companies losing $100 billion dollars a year to counterfeiting, the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants have discovered the following:

Airplane & automotive parts are being counterfeited in China, India, and elsewhere, and are being sold as the real deal. Who would want to fly on an airplane, or drive in a car/truck that had sub standard replacement parts? Automotive or Airplane parts makers are welcome to contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants anytime in order to discover if their products are being counterfeited.
After a year long investigation the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants have identified numerous web sites offering free down loads of current movies, video games or music CD's. If a film studio, video game maker or record label has an interest in identifying these sites and shutting them down, they are welcome to contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants anytime. The group estimates," the free downloads of movie, games and music compact discs is costing the global entertainment industries billions each year".
Global software or computer program piracy or counterfeiting is completely out of control. The Global Piracy & counterfeiting consultants has the ability to track down software pirates or counterfeiters and work with the actual manufacturer to shut them down.
As already mentioned pharmaceutical or drug counterfeiting is a $100 billion per year global business and growing. Either the actual manufacturers do not care, or their anti counterfeiting initiatives are totally ineffective. Counterfeit pharmaceuticals or drugs are costing each drug maker millions or billions of dollars per year, consumers are at extreme risk from counterfeit drugs (especially those purchased on the Internet) and because of inaction on the part of major drug companies, counterfeit drugs have but the shareholders of large pharmaceutical companies at risk because of the enormous liability created when large companies do not protect their brand. Add to the fact that organized crime is deeply involved in counterfeiting drugs because it is so lucrative & you have a recipe for a global consumer & shareholder disaster. If drug companies are serious about consumer, shareholder and brand protection the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants can make instant contributions to identifying the biggest counterfeiters. "Rather than getting a four hour erection, what happens if a consumer gets a instant heart attack, from a counterfeit ED type drug"?
Medical device/product manufacturers are also having their products counterfeited at historic levels. Counterfeiting is costing most medical device makers millions each year & consumers are being put at risk by poorly made knock off medical devices/products. If a medical device/product manufacturer is serious about brand protection, they are welcome to contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants anytime at 866-714-6466.
Cigarette makers are also being taken to the cleaners by organized crime counterfeiting their products. The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants estimate that 200,000,000,000 counterfeit cigarettes are made each year in China alone. That is enough cigarettes to give every man, woman and child in Canada 300 packs of free cigarettes per year.
If any type of manufacturer of spare parts, any type of movie, music recording, video game maker, any type of software company, any type of pharmaceutical company, any type of medical device/medical products manufacturer, or tobacco products maker is serious about brand protection, and making it harder for counterfeiters to sell their product, they should contact the Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants anytime at 866-714-6466 or visit their web site at Http://GP-CC.Com . Counterfeiting will not stop without efforts to make it much more difficult to counterfeit. Why should businesses just hand over market share to organized crime without an effort to confront the problem? The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants as part of its investigations will go to the source counterfeiting country to establish all the needed proof for legal or diplomatic action.

The Global Piracy & Counterfeiting Consultants was created as a way to protect consumers and business at the same time. The group encourages law firms representing any type of business with potential counterfeiting/piracy issues to share this press release with their clients.

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O/E to Present at the Michigan Safety Conference

Following up with successes at Williams International and Daimler Truck North America, the Troy-based company will present the Six Secrets of the World's Safest Companies: What They Know and You Should Too.

Troy, MI (Vocus/PRWEB ) March 28, 2008 -- O/E Learning is becoming well-known in worker safety circles; the company's phenomenal successes with UAW-Chrysler, Daimler Truck North America, and Williams' International are propelling O/E's proprietary safety management system, SafetyIMPACT! to unprecedented successes.

Phil La Duke, Director of the Performance Improvement Division for O/E will speak at the 2008 Michigan Safety Conference. The focus of his presentation, Six Secrets of the World's Safest Companies: What They Know and You Should Too, focuses on how the world's safest companies gain competitive advantage by managing and reducing the cost of worker injuries.

This is the second consecutive trip to the podium for La Duke; last year he co-presented the successes that Williams' International realized from implementing SafetyIMPACT! at the aerospace company's facilities in Ogden, Utah and Walled Lake, Michigan. Williams' has since deployed SafetyIMPACT! at its Guaymas, Mexico facility and a Lean Manufacturing school in Ogden.

"Last year was really about showcasing Williams' unparalleled success in changing its safety culture," said Phil La Duke. "This year we will be focusing on the values that the world's safest companies share, and how any company can create an environment that fosters these values. These values are more than a statement pinned to a bulletin board, the world's safest companies use these values to guide their basic business systems."

Interest in methods of managing the costs associated with worker injuries has been piqued by healthcare costs that continue to skyrocket and economic conditions that make every dollar count more than ever. "We're seeing more and more interest in what we're doing with SafetyIMPACT! In addition to the Michigan Safety Conference, I have speaking engagements across the U.S. and Canada. I think more companies are realizing that they can do something about worker injuries. And the response to SafetyIMPACT! has even exceeded my expectations? we're seeing some companies saving millions and lowering their costs as much as 88% in the first year alone," said LaDuke.

The Michigan Safety Conference is April 15-16, 2008 and Six Secrets of the World's Safest Companies: What They Know and You Should Too will be presented on April 15th from 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

SafetyIMPACT!
SafetyIMPACT! is a culture-based safety system designed to reduce worker injuries and lower costs through the implementation of six values and four practices common to the world's safest companies. Central to this system is a proprietary database that records hazards, identifies the root causes of these hazards, and tracks them to correction. The philosophy that is the foundation of SafetyIMPACT! is that all injuries can be prevented by identifying and removing the hazards before workers are injured.

O/E
Established in 1984, O/E Learning designs and develops new training and performance improvement programs, as well as converts existing programs to different forms of delivery including Web-based, instructor-led, virtual classroom, CD/DVD, and mobile devices. O/E's diverse services range from organizational development initiatives to professional certifications in safety, quality, and employee involvement. The privately held company is headquartered in Troy, MI. Leverage Life, a wholly owned subsidiary, is headquartered in Pleasanton, CA and focuses on providing corporate Concierge, Wellness, and Work/Life programs. Learn more about O/E at: www.oe.com.

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New Emissions Rules Drive Exhausts Technology

Automotive exhaust systems used to be straightforward. However, what was once a relatively straightforward product is becoming increasingly complex according to research undertaken by industry website just-auto.

Bromsgrove, UK (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- Automotive exhaust systems used to be straightforward. However, what was once a relatively straightforward product is becoming increasingly complex according to research undertaken by industry website just-auto.

The exhaust system has three main functions--two environmental and one performance-related. The first function is to minimise carbon monoxide, unburnt hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen, and direct them out of the engine and away from the passenger compartment.

The second is to minimise noise created by the car's engine.

The third is to help optimise engine performance by providing a continuous, smooth flow of gas out of the engine. The exhaust can also be 'tuned' to produce a distinctive and characteristic note, such as that of a Porsche or Alfa Romeo.

Technical developments in the hot end of the exhaust are highly influenced by the new emissions legislations. Consequently, we are seeing the emergence of new exhaust system technologies for both gasoline and diesel engines, just-auto says.

As each new emissions regulation swings into force, more content is added to the exhaust in order to comply.

This adds value to the overall price of the system. Manufacturers believe that with increasingly strict emissions regulations forecasted, the emissions control content per light vehicle will rise over the next few years as a result of the introduction of multiple catalytic converters per vehicle, heat exchangers and particulate filters.

The emission standards are, however, technology-neutral.

That means automakers are free to use whatever technology they choose in order to meet the standards.

More details of the just-auto report 'Global market review of exhaust systems - forecasts to 2014' are available by following this link: http://www.just-auto.com/exhausts

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Employee Referral Program Developed by Business901

Create and build a referral system complimented by a coaching system that has been proven effective with small businesses for over 20 years. A service business, product business, retail business, construction business, professional services business ... it just doesn't matter, the Employee Referral System will help you "Find the Keepers" and succeed in ways you never imagined. The uniqueness of this program is that it takes the best Referral Marketing System developed by Duct Tape Marketing author John Jantsch and combines it with an authorized Duct Tape Marketing Coach, Joe Dager. "The principles are outlined in a 7-step process that will communicate the basic understanding on how to apply the Referral Flood program to an employee referral system. It offers several tips and tricks that will immediately jump-start a referral marketing program," says Dager. This guide can be downloaded for a limited time at http://www.youremployeereferral.com

Fort Wayne, IN (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- Joe Dager, owner of Business901 in Fort Wayne, IN, has just released "Your Employee Referral Program." This program creates a step-by-step, documented employee referral system based on your specific target market. Develop marketing tools, letters, and offers that will help you generate a flood of new employees. Devise a precise strategy for making referrals your core new employee weapon. Give and receive timely feedback on every aspect of the employee referral system.

Create and build a referral system complimented by a coaching system that has been proven effective with small businesses for over 20 years. A service business, product business, retail business, construction business, professional services business ... it just doesn't matter, an Employee Referral System will help you "Find the Keepers" and succeed in ways you never imagined. The system is perfect for those already in business, but want to make it soar. This system will build the perfect business establishing a proven employee referral system to their growing company. "Why reinvent the wheel? Take a proven process, a package of tools, a trained coach and run with it."

The uniqueness of this program is that it takes the best Referral Marketing System developed by Duct Tape Marketing author John Jantsch and combines it with an authorized Duct Tape Marketing Coach, Joe Dager. "The principles are outlined in a 7-step process that will communicate the basic understanding on how to apply the Referral Flood program to an employee referral system. It offers several tips and tricks that will immediately jump-start a referral marketing program," says Dager. This guide can be downloaded for a limited time at http://www.youremployeereferral.com.

But why, if employee referral is such a great way to go, why doesn't every small business in the world jump right on top of the band wagon and take full advantage of this obvious tool? The number one reason that small business owners don't use the secret weapon of employee referral to grow a business, fatten wallets, and crush competition is the belief that employees are already or will not do it. The simple fact is that it does not happen without a system. It takes a system and the system can be the hard part, it could take years and cost a small fortune to figure out just the right combinations that make plans work. The development of an employee referral system will provide consistent long-term growth. The 4 week program provides valuable material but is implemented with a DTM coach.

Week by week schedule:
Week 1 -- Introduction, goal setting and action plan for the program.
Week 2 -- Define Target Referral Market and Ideal referral employee.
Week 3 -- Create core referral message, offer and referral education system.
Week 4 -- Create referral marketing tools and follow-up system and implementation action steps.

Dager has been working with small businesses for over 30 years. His marketing strategies and principles have worked for many companies. Now, his affiliation with Duct Tape Marketing has allowed him to grow his own business through target and referral marketing, two of the core principles described in the document.

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Miura Boilers Reduce Fuel Costs and Conserve Resources

U.S. Market Share Continues To Grow With "Green" Technology That Produces Steam Within Five Minutes, Saving Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars per Year in Oil and Gas.

New York (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- As gas and oil prices continue to grow at never-seen-before levels, and more manufacturers get serious about conserving natural resources and "going green," Miura steam boilers stand out in the U.S. market.

"We chose Miura boilers because the quick start-up time and their ease-of use," explained Viscotec Automotive Products Plant Engineer Will Fritz. "We believe in the technology so strongly that we've been a Miura customer from the day we opened our doors. The reduced time to produce steam means that our fuel costs are lower, which is another major benefit we've gotten from these boilers."

A Morganton NC-based automotive upholstery manufacturer, the company succeeded in reducing the time for process heating in their upholstery dye machines by purchasing six Miura LX Series boilers (five LX-300 units and one LX-200), which can produce steam within five minutes, a drastic reduction over standard firetube boilers.

Shannon Clifton, Engineering Supervisor at Duke Raleigh Hospital, a member of the Duke University Health System, in an effort to maximize efficiencies, and continue to save more on the high cost of fuel, recently purchased the hospital's third Miura steam boiler. The hospital uses the Miura boilers for steam autoclave (sterilization), hot water for cooking, dishwashing, and domestic hot water heating, and reheat (where the hot water is used for heating purposes).

"We've had Miura boilers here for about three years," Clifton states. "Our first two paid for themselves in about a year on fuel savings alone. These were EX-Series dual fuel 200BHP units. The third unit is an LX-Series gas-fired 100BHP unit."

Clifton points out another unique advantage of Miura boilers, since his hospital is located in an area of the country that is experiencing drought conditions.

"Right now North Carolina is in a drought situation," Clifton continues. "I'm attending lots of meetings on what can be done about water conservation and Miura boilers, because they are so small and efficient, have really put us way ahead of everybody around town - and this industry - on water conservation. So you know that's another plus for us."

Paul Gackel, PE, is the Director of Facilities/Utilities at Spangler Candy. The Bryan, Ohio manufacturer of over 9 million Dum Dum Pops® daily needs to generate steam for manufacturing purposes efficiently and cost-effectively.

So when it was time to switch out four of the company's five firetube steam boilers, which were generating up to 900 BHP, Paul called his dealer and asked them to look into current boiler technology that could support their operation, while also reducing fuel costs.

What convinced Mr. Gackel to select Miura was the attention to detail, the overall "heavy-dutiness" of the product and the potential for saving oil and gas costs.

"We were running a pretty efficient operation, but with Miura technology, we estimated an additional 10 to 20% fuel saving," and that really got our attention," added Mr. Gackel.

All Miura Boilers produce steam in 5 minutes using their exclusive floating head design, a revolutionary advance that results in gas and oil savings of up to 20%. In a multiple installation (MI) Miura boilers can be turned on or off as needed, allowing companies like Spangler and many others, to meet peak demand hours, while operating at greater efficiency throughout the day and reducing wear and tear. Miura boilers also require less space and feature an online maintenance system with a "sliding window feature" that records an event four seconds before it occurs, so it can be diagnosed and corrected faster.

Miura boilers are also safe for the environment, producing nitrous oxide (NOx) emissions levels that are 60% lower than conventional boilers. Recent technological innovations by Miura will reduce NOx emissions to near zero on future models.

About Miura Boiler: Miura Boiler was founded in 1927 and has grown to be one of the largest industrial steam boiler manufacturers in the world. In 2006, Miura sold more boilers in North America than ever before in its history. For more information on Miura boilers, please call in the USA 1-888-309-5574. In Canada, 1-800-666-2182. Visit Miura online at www.miuraboiler.com.

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The Launch of China-channels.com: One of the Largest Company Directories in China and Asia

EC Group announced the launch of its B2B online company directory, China-channels.com, with a view to connect the best qualified companies from China and Asia to the rest of the world.

Hong Kong, China (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- EC Group, an IT and online community development company, announced today the official launch of its B2B online company directory at www.china-channels.com, aiming at connecting the Asian and Chinese companies to their counterparts from the rest of the world.

China-channels provides business details and contact information of more than one million companies in Hong Kong and China. Companies are divided into 5000 categories for the ease of browsing. Most of the information is accessible without login.

"In order to lower the operating costs and make efficient use of resources, many companies would like to outsource their labour-intensive services to China and Asia. However, most of them have no idea where the most suitable companies could be located," said Kenny Lam, Chief Operating Officer of EC Group. "At the same time, many companies in the Asian-Pacific Region are eligible for serving business corporations from all around the world. The problem is that they do not have any appropriate channels to publicize themselves. China-channels.com is established to serve as a platform to connect both parties."

"There are a few B2B websites, such as alibaba.com and globalsources.com, which try to connect the Chinese companies with the foreign buyers. Most of these websites, however, focus only on trading, wholesale and manufacturing companies," Kenny Lam continued. "Other than such companies which sell products, China-channels.com will also cater for industries which only provide intangible services like design, IT and marketing."

China-channels features a "rating and comment system", so that from time to time, users can differentiate the better companies from others. According to Kenny Lam, companies with more positive feedbacks will rank higher in their categories and it means more exposure and more business opportunities.

The original content of the website is in English and seven other languages, including Simplified Chinese, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish, are available through the built-in translation function.

For additional information about this B2B website, please contact EC Group at 852-3105-1566 or visit China-Channels.com at www.china-channels.com.

Based in Hong Kong SAR, China, EC Group (http://www.ec-computer.com) specializes in IT and web programming, developing online community (http://www.ec-photo.com) and online store (http://www.asia-product.com), search engine optimization, search engine marketing, web analytics and web site design.

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Modern Plastics Offers High Performance Thermoplastic by Ensinger

Modern Plastics offers Tecanyl MT to Medical Technology Customers

Bridgeport, CT (PRWEB) March 28, 2008 -- Modern Plastics has added Tecanyl MT, a high performance thermoplastic ideal for medical technology, to its product line.

Tecanyl MT works well in demanding applications. Designed for repeated exposure of up to 1000 autoclaving cycles at 134 degrees, it offers a great advantage due to its high resistance to gamma radiation, steam autoclaving and ethylene oxide sterilization. Applications are surgical instruments, instrument handles, implant trials (max.30 days of tissue contact), sterilization trays and all components that have to be desterilized or are subjected to radiation.

"The medical industry faces strong challenges in the years to come because of the growing elderly population. Continual improvement of medical instruments and orthopedic devices are imperative to keep up with a population which demands a better and more active quality of life. Tecanyl MT exceeds the performance of the materials previously offered for these applications." Said David Altieri, Vice President of Modern Plastics.

Modern Plastics is an Elite distributor for Ensinger, the manufacturer of Tecanyl MT. As a leading processor of high performance plastic shapes and parts, Ensinger Inc. chooses to market its products only through the most qualified plastics distributors. Modern Plastics, headquartered in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is one of the best of this very limited group. Modern Plastics has been an Ensinger "Elite Distributor" since 1998 because of their commitment to excellence, and their unparalleled knowledge and expertise of the Ensinger product line.

Founded in 1945, Modern Plastics, led by Company President Bing J. Carbone, is poised for meeting the challenging requirements of its customers by setting new industry standards with faster computer technology, ISO 9001:2000 certifications, material bar coding, lot and batch certification of all plastic materials, huge expansions of inventory and product lines, Kaizen management programs, rigid quality control standards, and active participation in the International Association of Plastics Distributors.

To learn more, visit the Modern Plastics website at http://www.modernplastics.com.

For more information, please contact:

Bing Carbone
Modern Plastics
678 Howard Ave.
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Toll free: 800.243.9696

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March 28, 2008

CL&D Digital Rewards Digital Printing Application Ideas With a Bouquet of Flowers

Fast packaging digital printer CL&D Digital launches website promotion asking visitors to submit ideas to help advance digital printing technology - and offers a reward.

Delafield, WI (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- CL&D Digital, a short-run, quick-delivery printer of consumer goods products packaging and labels for sales samples, prototypes, and comps is launching a new promotion on its Home page asking visitors to submit their idea for a new digital printing application. Each month, CL&D Digital will select the best idea and award the "inventor" by sending a fresh bouquet of flowers to him or her - or to someone they wish to surprise.

The first North American company to purchase two state-of-the-art HP Indigo 4500 printing presses at one time, CL&D Digital can now turnaround short to medium production runs even faster - cutting its already speedy delivery time by 50 percent or more.

"CL&D Digital is really having fun with the promotion," says Tina Chovanec, director of marketing. "We're asking website visitors to 'plant an idea on us' in an effort to 'help digital printing grow.'" The strategy behind the promotion is simple. "Since our customers give us some of our best ideas, we wanted to open up the lines of communication with visitors to our website - perhaps hear ideas that they have on their digital printing wish list and see if we can create an application," Chovanec continues. "The flowers are a fun way to say thank you and to open that dialogue. We will also be changing the reward from time to time to keep it fresh."

Visitors who submit an idea need only provide their first name, company name, and email address so that a representative can get in touch with them. CL&D Digital will choose the best idea each month and make the arrangements to send flowers on the winner's behalf.

High-speed, direct-from-computer-to-press digital printing technology let's you produce as few as one piece. A larger run can be broken down into "batches" - which means different versions of a similar piece can be printed for true customization. Powered by Hewlett-Packard digital offset presses, CL&D Digital can do 4-color process, spot colors, and white inks.

About CL&D Digital and digital package printing
Bob Scherer, Vice President of CL&D Digital, is a respected conference speaker and contributor to industry trade journals on the subject of digital technology and digital package printing. In 1995 along with two partners, Scherer established CL&D Digital as one of the first packaging printers to use Hewlett-Packard (HP)/Indigo digital printing technology. The company's customers - including many Fortune 500 consumer products manufacturers - count on CL&D Digital's full production run quality for their package and label sales samples, prototypes, and comps.

Digital printing can help a manufacturer avoid the high costs and long lead times associated with conventional printing. Depending on the quantity and number of colors, digital printing can cost up to half as much as conventional printing - in part because digital printing is achieved direct from the computer without plating. Digital printing can allow for less waste and storage, too, by printing only the quantity needed. It can also provide the flexibility of showing different versions of the same packaging at minimal cost, which offers the capability of moving a product into niche markets once deemed too cost prohibitive.

In addition to digital printing and packaging dry goods including food, candy, coffee, sundries, and personal care items since 1995, CL&D Digital has the capability of overseeing cold packaging -- the packaging of refrigerated foods in a consistent 38 degree-temperature warehouse, or frozen foods in zero degree-temperature warehouse, both within over 600,000 cubic feet of state-of-the-art, ASI-certified space. CL&D Digital is certified by The American Sanitation Institute (ASI) for food contact packaging and non-food contact packaging. CL&D Digital is also AIB-certified by the American Institute of Baking.

Most recently, CL&D Digital has expanded its service offerings to include complete design services from "thought to consumer." Brand development, POP displays & structural design & engineering, and contract packaging services are now available.

Members of the media can contact Bob Scherer at 262.569.6732 or 262.391.3984, or email at: bscherer@clddigital.com. CL&D Digital can be found on the Internet at www.clddigital.com.

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nCode Invest In Materials Testing Laboratory

nCode announces a major new investment in its specialist materials characterization laboratory, helping OEMS select the right material for performance throughout the product lifecycle. It has relocated its laboratory into a new facility in Darley Dale, Derbyshire, adding both capacity and flexibility, as a direct response to the increasing demand for high specification characterization tests. The new facility adds over 50% more space for machines, as well improved environmental control and data acquisition. The SoMat eDAQ-lite is the standard data acquisition unit across the lab.

Sheffield, UK (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- nCode International, a leading global provider of durability, test & measurement, fleet monitoring, and product design (CAE) solutions, announces a major new investment in its specialist materials characterization laboratory, helping OEMS select the right material for performance throughout the product lifecycle.

nCode's has relocated its laboratory into a new facility in Darley Dale, Derbyshire, adding both capacity and flexibility, as a direct response to the increasing demand for high specification characterization tests. The new facility adds over 50% more space for machines, as well improved environmental control and data acquisition. The SoMat eDAQ-lite is the standard data acquisition unit across the lab.

nCode itself uses the nCode lab to provide validation data in support of its fatigue models in the ICE-flow GlyphWorks data analysis software and DesignLife FEA fatigue software.

Norman Thornton, Head of Test Facilities, stated, "nCode's material characterization services are an important part of the nCode Product Lifecycle Performance philosophy. Understanding how a material behaves is critical to the long term performance of the product. Customers use nCode's services when it is important to get the right material data; and data that is statistically appropriate for use in downstream analysis. The new lab allows us to increase capacity, but we retain our unique, specialist approach, and the ability to support the complete testing process from specification to data. We are certainly not a high volume test house."

Lab customers include Messier Dowty, Aston Martin, Magna PowerTrain and Arcelor.

Angelo Fanourakis, Chief Engineer, GKN Autostructures says; "nCode's lab is a unique facility for materials characterization because the nCode team offers more than just testing; they help understand what data is actually needed, specify the tests, prepare samples and interpret the results. I feel confident that material characterization data from the nCode lab can be used throughout the design process."

The nCode lab provides specialist characterization services that include:

Support of PhD metallurgists and statisticians.
Development, in house, of equipment for both stress control and strain control testing; improving the accuracy of statistical and curve fit routines.
New +/- 5kN dynamic test equipment for non metallic materials.
Recording of residual stress changes during fatigue life testing.
Small force vibration test facility up to 250Hz for materials and components especially attractive for equipment mounted on vehicles.
Torsion fatigue testing machines.
Smart logging using SoMat eDAQ.
High alignment testing systems capable of offering specimen strain symmetry of better than 2%.

nCode will be at the Stuttgart Testing Expo in May 2008.

About nCode International:
nCode is a leading global provider of durability test & measurement, fleet monitoring, and product design (CAE) solutions. nCode offers a unique combination of measurement instruments, software, and services that help customers eliminate unexpected failures by measuring and converting durability, performance and operational data into information from which intelligent business decisions can be made that improve Product Life Performance (PLP) and reduce costs. Established in 1982, nCode has direct offices in Europe, North America and Asia. For more information about nCode, please visit www.ncode.com.

nCode products include: ICE-flow GlyphWorks, Library, and DesignLife, SoMat eDAQ, and eDAQ-lite. The nCode Logo, nCode, ICE-flow GlyphWorks, ICE-flow Library, ICE-flow DesignLife, SoMat eDAQ, and eDAQ-lite are trademarks or registered trademarks of nCode International Corporation in the USA and/or other countries.

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Pai Lung Paves the Way for Customer Success with New Fabric Showroom

As the redecoration of fabric showroom is finished, Pai Lung looks forward to servicing more customers in variety of garment and textile production from industry, medicine, vehicle, bedding, upholstery, clothing to accessories applications.

(PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- For a bright start in 2008, Pai Lung, a knitting machine innovator, rebuilt its fabric showroom to keep its proactive attitude in delivering complete solution for customers.

With floor area of 250 square meters, Pai Lung showroom storages over 1000 samples of cloth, especially, Pai Lung patented knitted fabric are well-displayed. The aim of showroom not only presents versatility of Pai Lung knitting machines on wide range fabric production, but also indicates the new knitting fashion trend in market for customers.

"The main idea of showroom is not just identifying customer needs, but taking an active role in providing well-thought-out insights for what they need. Through our advanced knitting technology and integrated service, we believe our customers could easily success in market." Pai Lung General Manager Mr. James Wang said in confidence.

Pai Lung fabric showroom is categorized into five areas for textile applications related to daily life, Industry & Medicine, Vehicle & Safety, Bedding, Upholstery, Clothing and Fashion accessories, which precisely leads the potential market for customers.

Industry & Medicine
Pai Lung successfully assists customers to develop industrial filter materials and seamless fabric production by use of circular knitting machine series. The series also make good value spacer fabric for medicine mattress. With three levels design and raised pattern on surface, spacer has great breathbility and moisture absorbing character, which reduces the rate of "bed sores" for patients and decreases night sweat.

Vehicle & Safety
Comparing to weaving fabric, Pai Lung comes up with an advanced technology of woven-like knit fabric. This textile has the same elasticity and abrasion resistance as weaving fabric, but even better ventilation and softer texture for vehicle seat cover and interior decoration cloth.

Bedding & Upholstery
In support of its electronic jacquard knitting machines, Pai Lung introduces knitted fabrics to bedding with higher density and more stabilized construction. All single-side jacquard, multi-color jacquard, raised embroidery jacquard knit fabric present elegance and comfort for bedsheets, bedspread, curtain, sofa and wall covering. More "Intarsia" knitting with various patterns also can be done perfectly.

Moreover,Pai Lung terry knitting machines show the best for customers on blanket, robe, bath towel, foot mat, floor mat, plush toys manufacturing. These machines efficiently complete single-face, double-face and reverse side works, and make fabric finest texture. As wide applications of terry-cloth in daily life, Pai Lung makes customers more stands out in market.

Clothing & Fashion Accessories
Pai Lung's effort in fabric innovation has been seen in casual wear, intimate apparel, formal dress and sport outfit, which creates market demand and enhances customer's competitive edges.

With woven-like technology, Pai Lung knit denim fabric presents the same adequate stiffness character, nice handfeel and appearance as woven jean, it is specially designed with better air-permeability, extra strength. Pai Lung ensures this denim-like fabric offers a perfect fit and comfy feel for long-lasting wear. Another unique wove corduroy model has been well received in various types of garment production.

In order to maximize the comfort and function of sportswear, such as polo shirts racing outfits and swimming suit. Pai Lung applies the "Body Mapping" technology on knitted fabric. As comes from the same idea "Tech-Fit" as Nike and Adidas, the fabric has engineered mesh technical construction featuring variable mesh structures, which improves airflow across the body.

Pai Lung further recommend customers to expand the use of its single jersey knitting series and double face knitting machine in fine gauge fabric production. Knitted with silk-like yarn, the textile makes a good impression by its pearl luster, soft and smooth characters, it is suitable for evening gown, women's dress and man's shirt design. After more process to work with micro fiber and combine with waterproof and breathable film, customers can also manufacture lightweight outdoor jacket with excellent quality.

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FOCUS Electronic Reveals 2.4GHz RF Wireless Technology at Computex Taipei 2008

Regarded itself as an technology-oriented company, FOCUS is going to announce new product release and show its great effort in 2.4GHz RF Wireless Technology.

(PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Regarded itself as an technology-oriented company, FOCUS is going to announce new product release and show its great effort in 2.4GHz RF Wireless Technology.

By its concept of human-based design, FOCUS Electronic has been devoted in high-end computer peripheral development and manufacturing with 27 years. It is ready for an excellent presentation at Computex Taipei from 3nd-7th in June (Booth no. B419-B423, Hall 1), in particular, FOCUS new product is going to grab a spotlight during the show and all visitors are welcomed to witness and experience the unparalleled innovation of 2.4G wireless technology.

Founded in 1981, FOCUS Electronic started from the production and assembly for TV Game and APPLE II PC, it made a proactive step in computer peripheral accessories and equipments manufacture such as keyboard, mouse and USB Hubs. As receiving worldwide patents on product design, FOCUS successfully drew worldwide attention in market, it also obtained "Outstanding Quality Award" by Ministry of Interior in Thailand. By ongoing efforts in technology development, FOCUS has released products being compatible with Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems and introduced wireless 2.4GHz Radio Frequency(RF) keyboard with optical trackball.

These achievements make FOCUS more stand out and high-recommended.
FOCUS has built up its creditability and reputation in global market. It has long-term cooperation with customers from U.S.A, Australia, Europe, Israel, Middle East, Japan and Korea. FOCUS understands only a highly stable and hard-working OEM supplier can assist customers to success, therefore, it pays more attention on consistency of excellent quality and reliability production, and continuous technology enhancement, rather than expanding its sales network rapidly.

Established in Shenzhen, China since 1992, FOCUS factory efficiently supports monthly capacity of 100,000 pieces of PC keyboards , it also carries out other PC peripherals such as case, power supply, mouse and USB hubs production. Under ISO9001-2000, this fully equipped factory has 500 well-trained employees and R&D experts, all products including RF wireless keyboards, RF wireless mice and slim compact keyboards pass FCC test and gain RoHS certification for high quality guarantee.

As a commitment to product perfection, FOCUS implements strict on-site quality inspection including drop test. It conducts spot check at every step of working procedure until finishing and final review before goods delivery. It is not just trendy features and interior function FOCUS attaches a great importance to on products, but also packing design could be done finely for customers.

"FOCUS aims to make difference in market, so our strong R&D capability comes as competitive weapon. We apply advanced 2.4GHz wireless technology to keyboard with integrated mouse and remote control. This product brings our end-users great convenience to home life, they can feel totally relaxed and easy to operate media center PCs, home theater PCs, IPTV or IP set-top box without complicated settings and many switching devices." Mr. Wilson Lin, the manager of RD Department of FOCUS Electronic said.

Comparing to others, FOCUS 2.4G wireless keyboard (FK-760) with RF technology definitely shows its best value. Its optical trackball (800 and 1000DPI resolution), 10 meters effective range (30 meters maximum) and 360 degree navigation system enable accurate position control. In particular, notebook keyboard module design and multimedia hot-keys for E-Mail, My favorite, Back, Forward, Copy, Past, Media, Play/Pause and Stop, etc., All these features provide effortless typing and simple operation. As working with a small 2.4G wireless remote controller, this combo set with 8 channels built in is absolutely capable of switching TV programs, doing the work, surfing the Internet and playing online games. Up to present, this product has received worldwide patents including Taiwan, China and Germany. FOCUS also provides four combo sets depends upon customers' requirements.

FOCUS never compromises on outstanding customers service, it not just conforms with RMA procedure and supplies free spare parts for after-sale support, but makes the promise of quick response and delivery with reorder point system. More listening to customers' feedback and understanding customers needs have become daily concern for FOCUS.

Having attended international trade shows such as Gitex Dubai, Cebit Hannover and Ces Las Vegas, FOCUS keep taking an active role in serving customers at its best, please visit FOCUS Electronic for detailed information.

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SACHEM's Displacers Featured in American Biotechnology Laboratory Magazine

Expell(TM) displacers provide rapid protein purification with displacement chromatography.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- SACHEM's Expell™ displacers are featured in the February issue of American Biotechnology Laboratory. The article is titled 'Displacement Chromatography for Rapid Protein Purification in the Laboratory.'

The article outlines the benefits of using commercial displacers, such as SACHEM's Expell™ to obtain efficient protein separations at very high loadings. Expell™ displacers offer a simple way to convert analytical chromatography columns into effective tools for obtaining 100 mg quantities of purified proteins in a single run. Barry Haymore, Director, New Technology Development and co-author says, "The process turns analytical columns into serious preparative tools and is simple enough to use every day."

Rosemary Hoffman, Director, Biotechnology Solutions Group and co-author states, "Scientists involved with the preparation and purification of material for toxicology and early-stage clinical trials will often find displacement chromatography superior to FLASH and normal elution chromatography."

Protein and peptide purification in the laboratory typically requires several time and labor intensive steps. Displacement chromatography (DC) provides a rapid and convenient process for purification on the 100 mg/run scale. DC purification can be run with commonly available HLPC instrumentation equipped with a large-volume sample loop and fraction collector. Commercially available high purity displacers simplify the entire process. The final product is obtained more quickly and more concentrated than elution chromatography.

SACHEM, Inc. delivers highly pure, precise and innovative chemical solutions designed to solve the most demanding and challenging applications. For over 50 years SACHEM has provided chemical solutions and services to customers in key markets including electronics, biotechnology, starch modification, polymers, catalysts, pharmaceutical and agricultural chemicals. Based in Austin, Texas, SACHEM's expanding worldwide operations include manufacturing and research facilities in North America, Europe and Asia with a global service network and presence spanning over 30 countries. For more information, please visit www.sacheminc.com.

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Lead Screws From Kerk Motion Products Bridge price/performance gap for motion control

Low cost, Custom Lead Screws create exceptional value in Motion Control over traditional Ball Screws.

Hollis, NH (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Kerk Motion Products, Custom Lead Screws, bridges the price/performance gap in Motion Control applications. With multiple benefits over traditional Ball Screws, including low cost and precision performance, Kerk's non-ball Custom Lead Screws create an exceptional value for designers and end users in a variety of industries.

Custom Lead Screws can be special ordered

For vertical applications, Kerk's non-ball Custom Lead Screws can be designed to self-lock and prevent back driving, without an external brake, unlike traditional Ball Screws. Kerk's Custom Lead Screws utilize sliding friction between the nut and the screw to convert rotary input motion to linear output motion. Ideal for Motion Control, Kerk's non-ball Custom Lead Screws offer accuracy comparable to ground Ball Screws, at a cost savings up to 90%. Because the Custom Lead Screws do not need to be hardened, they are more easily machined, contributing to overall low product cost. Kerk's Custom Lead Screws are manufactured with a proprietary coating, which eliminates the need for external lubrication and maintenance. Additionally, Kerk's Custom Lead Screws provide quiet, reliable operation, with design flexibility and anti-backlash assembly.

Custom Lead Screws allow wider range of motion than traditional Ball Screws

Kerk offers Custom Lead Screws manufactured from 303 stainless steel, produced with Kerk's exclusive precision rolling process. Kerk's Custom Lead Screws provide reliable Motion Control and are available in standard diameters from 1/8" (3.2mm) to 15/16" (23mm), with standard leads from .02" to 3" (.5mm to 76mm). The anti-backlash nut allows positional bi-directional repeatability and a range unachievable with Ball Screws, including hard metric and left hand threads. Custom materials, sizes and leads are available upon request.

For more information on Kerk's Custom Lead Screw alternative to traditional Ball Screws and anti-backlash assemblies for Motion Control, please visit http://www.kerkmotion.com/products/lead-screw/lead-screw-assemblies-overview.asp.

About Kerk Motion Products
Established in 1976, Kerk Motion Products, Inc. is one of the world's largest exclusive manufacturers of non-ball Lead Screws. The company, headquartered in Hollis, NH, develops internationally patented, Anti-Backlash designs and materials that provide high accuracy, unsurpassed repeatability, and long life in a full range of Motion Control applications. The company's production facilities include its own injection molding and moldmaking, CNC machine tools, and a quality control department utilizing real-time SPC. For more information about Kerk Motion Products and its lines of Lead Screws, screw rails, and linear rails, visit http://www.kerkmotion.com/ or contact Kerk Motion Products, Inc. at info(at)kerkmotion.com, 1 Kerk Drive, Hollis, NH 03049; Call 603-465-7227; Fax 603-465-3598.

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Miniature Series 6000 Infrared Temperature Sensors Offered by Everest Interscience

Miniatue Series 6000 infrared temperature sensors offered by Everest Interscience solve more than the problem of size. They also incorporate Everest's Vario-Zooom automatic focus and their patented Intra-Optical Light Sighting (TTL/SLR) System. Also, they can measure very minute targets down to one-half millimeter in size.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) March 27, 2008 -- Everest Interscience offers miniature infrared temperature sensors -- their Series 6000 --that are only 7/8 inch in diameter by 2-1/2 inches long. Both the signal and power conditioning are housed in these small sensors. There are no tag-along boxes for this purpose.

These precision infrared temperature-measurement sensors can go many places that conventional infrared sensors cannot. Applications for the Series 6000 Infrared Temperature Sensors would include those where the size of the instrument and the available distance from the sensor to the target is of importance to the operator. Even though they are miniature in size, they also include an important automatic focus feature and a patented Intra-Optical Light Sighting System to verify where the temperature measurement is being taken.

The automatic focus feature is Everest's Vario-Zooom. To change the focus, the operator slowly pushes the front optics in or pulls it out, respectively, to reduce or increase the size of the field of view. After the desired focus has been established and verified by the Intra-Optical Light Sighting System, the focus can be locked in place.

Another major advantage of the Series 6000 Sensors is that they can measure very minute targets. They can be focused down to target spot sizes of one-half millimeter. This makes them extremely useful for taking the temperature of very small objects.

The Intra-Optical Light Sighting System has a Through-The-Lens/Single Lens Reflex (TTL/SLR) feature wherein a pulsating light-emitting diode light is passed directly through the infrared optics, illuminating the target's location, shape, size and surface texture. This takes the guesswork out of knowing where the infrared temperature sensor is "looking."

These instruments come in a low-temperature configuration for use in natural environmental science research and in a high-temperature configuration for use in industry. The full specifications for the Series 6000 Infrared Temperature Sensors can be seen on Everest's website.

Everest Interscience has a complete line of both hand-held and fixed-mounted infrared thermometers and temperature sensors in their product line. Also, Everest manufactures and markets a portable calibration source (Model 1000) that can be used to verify the accuracy of any infrared thermometer.

If you have a particular application in mind and would like our suggestions as to which model to consider, please complete our Application Analysis Form and send it to us. We will get back to you with our recommendations.

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NOVACES Announces Key Role in the Velocity World Conference 2008

The program will focus on the best ways to integrate Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints to achieve continuous system improvement.

New Orleans, LA (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- To demonstrate the benefits of integrating Lean, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints, NOVACES, Dynamics Research Corporation (DRC) and AGI-Goldratt Institute will present the most effective way to use these methodologies together to achieve the best bottom-line results for any enterprise's improvement investment.

The Velocity World Conference on TOC, Lean and Six Sigma is a continuation of past successful global conferences on TOC presented since 1990 by AGI, the Goldratt Institute. Beginning in 2005, NOVACES, DRC and AGI have collaborated to develop a breakthrough approach to continuous and sustained organizational improvement via the synergy of TOC, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

During three days of intensive sessions and workshops, experts will share the details of their integration story, as well as on TOC, supported with case studies and informative practice on real projects.

"This conference takes the road to continuous system improvement to a new level by showing how to practically and seamlessly integrate the Six Sigma roadmap and tools with Lean principles and TOC," says CEO Bahadir Inozu, Ph.D. of NOVACES. Attendees also will gain insight into TOC Project Management,(also known as Critical Chain), that provides a Project Management organization with the techniques to rapidly improve performance against its commitments.

The Velocity World Conference will be held April 14-17, 2008 at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, with a pre-conference scheduled for April 14. Registration is open. For program details and registration information, click here.

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Ideal Innovations, Inc. Teams With The JMTC, Rock Island Arsenal to Provide Armor for The Bull™ MRAP II Vehicle

Ideal Innovations, Inc. announced an agreement today that establishes a partnership with the U.S. Army Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center, Rock Island Arsenal (RIA-JMTC) for the purpose of producing armor for The Bull™ version of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) II vehicle.

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Ideal Innovations, Inc. announced an agreement today that establishes a partnership with the U.S. Army Joint Manufacturing and Technology Center, Rock Island Arsenal (RIA-JMTC) for the purpose of producing armor for The Bull™ version of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) II vehicle.

RIA-JMTC will provide Ideal Innovations, Inc. with full service procurement, design and manufacturing services, which will result in the delivery of fully compliant certified armor components for The Bull™.
"RIA-JMTC's extensive expertise will allow for an armor solution that sets The Bull™ apart from any other MRAP vehicle," said James R. Moran, Chief Operating Officer of Ideal Innovations, Inc. "It is a unique and highly effective approach to soldier safety."

The Bull™ is the next generation of vehicle armor solution for the benefit of the Department of Defense (DoD). The vehicle leverages proven defeat of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and Explosively Formed Penetrators (EFPs) developed in cooperation with the Army Research Lab and tested by the Aberdeen Testing Center. The partnership will allow Ideal Innovations and RIA-JMTC to protect the warfighters and enable them to accomplish their mission in the face of such threats.

About Ideal Innovations:
Ideal Innovations, Inc. was launched in 1998 in response to the government's need for specialized, responsive technology consulting in areas affecting the health and safety of deployed forces and US citizens. Specializing in high technology inventions, Ideal Innovations hires highly skilled subject matter experts who have the ability to quickly provide innovative solutions to the most difficult technical and logistical problems.

About RIA-JMTC:
RIA-JMTC is the Army's only fully integrated metal manufacturing facility and the only remaining U.S. Army foundry. A one-stop shop, RIA-JMTC has the technical expertise and equipment to provide full-service design, prototyping, manufacturing and testing/simulation, allowing rapid response to warfighter requirements from all of the Armed Services.

Media Contact:
Miriam Bowring
(571) 480-5004

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Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Record Sales and Revolutionary Aircraft

This week, Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC), the world’s leading business, special-mission and trainer aircraft manufacturer, celebrates another milestone in its rich history as an aviation leader—the first anniversary of Hawker Beechcraft Corporation as a private company.

Wichita, Kan. (Vocus/PRWEB ) March 27, 2008 -- This week, Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC), the world’s leading business, special-mission and trainer aircraft manufacturer, celebrates another milestone in its rich history as an aviation leader—the first anniversary of Hawker Beechcraft Corporation as a private company.

The anniversary comes at an incredibly exciting time for HBC, having recently announced a record 2007 backlog, record international sales, an increased workforce to over 9,000 employees, an expanded product line with five new aircraft certified during the year, while leading the industry with revolutionary products like the composite Hawker 4000, the most advanced super-midsize jet in the world today.

On March 26, 2007, the company formerly called Raytheon Aircraft Company was acquired from Raytheon Company by GS Capital Partners, an affiliate of Goldman Sachs and Onex Partners. Raytheon Company announced it had signed a definitive agreement to sell Raytheon Aircraft Company on December 21, 2006.

“There has always been great pride in the Hawker and Beechcraft names, and as Hawker Beechcraft Corporation we have returned to the company’s heritage,” said Jim Schuster, chairman and CEO of Hawker Beechcraft Corporation. “The personal pride demonstrated by all of our employees is what makes us a great company. This has been one of the most successful years in our company’s history and, on behalf of every one of our more than 9,000 employees worldwide, I am proud to say that we are Hawker Beechcraft Corporation.”

Although the celebration honors the company’s first year as Hawker Beechcraft Corporation, the company has a rich history as a pioneer in the aviation industry. In 1932, Beech Aircraft Corporation was founded in Wichita, Kan., by Walter H. Beech when he left an executive position with Curtiss-Wright Corporation to start manufacturing airplanes from scratch with his wife and business partner, Olive Ann Beech. Last year, the company celebrated its 75th year of aviation excellence.

“The Hawker and Beechcraft brands have revolutionized the aviation industry and continue today,” said Schuster. “Our company’s values have not changed since the company was founded in 1932. The Beech philosophy has always been one of quality, customer satisfaction and business integrity. These values continue as our guiding principles today.”

From the pioneering flights of the very first Beechcraft Model 17 biplane known as the Staggerwing – to the breathtaking performance of today’s Hawker 4000 super-midsize business jet featuring advanced composite material – the company is rich in heritage, achievement and innovation. Schuster said to Hawker Beechcraft customers in a letter one year ago, “Our new name celebrates these accomplishments, and for the first time in more than a quarter of a century we are an independent, private company.”

Over the past year, Hawker Beechcraft Corporation’s accomplishments have included:

Celebrated the 75th anniversary of Beechcraft
The Beechcraft Bonanza turned 60 years old and is still the most sought after single engine piston in the world
HBC certified and introduced five new aircraft into the marketplace – the Hawker 900XP, Hawker 750, Beechcraft King Air 350ER, King Air B200GT and King Air C90GTi
The company secured multiple large fleet orders from NetJets Europe for 32 Hawker 4000s, and BJETS based in India and Singapore for 20 Hawker 850XPs and 900XPs, with an option for 10 additional aircraft
More than $160 million dollars were invested in research and development and facility improvements
The company achieved the highest backlog in its 75-year history in 2007 with 60 percent of bookings coming from international customers
HBC opened its International Sales Headquarters in Chester, U.K.
The company opened a new sheet metal facility in Chihuahua, Mexico
Hawker Beechcraft Services announced plans to build a new maintenance and service center in Indianapolis
HBC opened the first Hawker Beechcraft Authorized Service Center in India to support its Hawker aircraft
The company was named the safest aircraft manufacturer in the industry
The Federal Aviation Authority presented HBC with the Diamond Award, its most coveted honor for aircraft maintenance excellence at HBC’s facilities in Bakersfield, Indianapolis, San Antonio, Wichita, Tampa, Van Nuys and Little Rock
The company supported several local organizations through the Hawker Beechcraft Charitable Fund with contributions totaling nearly $1 million, as well as participated in many important community events at Hawker Beechcraft locations across the world.

“I am pleased to say that today our company is stronger than ever – as is our commitment to our customers worldwide,” said Schuster. “As we begin our second year as Hawker Beechcraft, we keep in mind the values and priorities that have made our first year a success. We will continue to deliver the highest quality products and the best service and support.”

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation’s current lineup includes the Hawker® 4000, Hawker 900XP, Hawker 750 and Hawker 400XP business jets; the largest and fastest single-pilot business jet in the world, Beechcraft® Premier IA; the world’s best-selling turboprop lineup, Beechcraft King Air 350, B200GT and C90GTi; and the next generation of the time-honored classic pistons, Beechcraft Baron G58 and Beechcraft Bonanza G36.

Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is the world’s leading business, special-mission and trainer aircraft manufacturer – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company’s headquarters and major facilities are located in Wichita, Kan., with operations in Salina, Kan., Little Rock, Ark. and Chester, England, U.K. The company leads the industry with a global network of over 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers. For more information, visit www.hawkerbeechcraft.com.

This release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, including statements that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intend, expect, project, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s assumptions and assessments in light of past experience and trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other relevant factors. They are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results may differ significantly from those envisaged by our forward-looking statements. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described or implied in the forward-looking statements are general business and economic conditions, production delays resulting from lack of regulatory certifications and other factors, competition in our existing and future markets, lack of market acceptance of our products and services, the substantial leverage and debt service resulting from our indebtedness, loss or retirement of key executives and other risks disclosed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Dedicated Contract Research Division Newest Addition to Zeus

As one of the world's leading suppliers to a medical device industry whose products are integral components in life-saving technology, Zeus, Inc. understands how important collaboration is to developing the next...

Orangeburg, SC (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- As one of the world's leading suppliers to a medical device industry whose products are integral components in life-saving technology, Zeus, Inc. understands how important collaboration is to developing the next medical breakthrough.

With a focus on prototype development, assembly solutions, consultation, research, analysis, and characterization, Zeus' newly-formed contract research and development division represents a concerted effort to take its extensive experience in collaborative medical device development to the next level.

"Zeus can now help companies condense the R&D phase by supplementing their efforts with our contract research services," says Vice President of Research and Strategic Business Development Bob Ballard. "We have a team to develop the concept, the lab that tests it, and the capabilities to make it."

Staffed by a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, Zeus' analytical lab is equipped with cutting-edge technology and custom machinery, enabling advanced manufacturing and process development.

Integrity and confidentiality have been Zeus cornerstones for over 40 years. During that time, we have collaborated with physician researchers and medical device companies from initial ideation through the manufacture of commercial products. This unique creative consortium of science and technology leads to the acceleration and streamlining of product development. Along with its longstanding commitment to quality and customer support, Zeus is well-positioned to help device makers accelerate their own pathways to success.

About Zeus, Inc.
Headquartered in Orangeburg, SC USA, Zeus, Inc. is a world leader in the design and production of high-performance polymer tubing used in demanding applications. It operates 10 facilities on seven campuses in North America, Europe, and Asia. Zeus products and services are preferred by companies in medical, automotive, electrical, fluid handling and mechanical markets. For more information, visit www.zeusinc.com.

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Snecma Honours Marotta Ireland

Marotta Ireland Ltd. was recently honoured by Snecma as a premier supplier to Space Sector 2008. The award ceremony, which took place at the annual Snecma Suppliers Symposium held at the Geocentre Evry, near Paris, is Snecma's initiative to recognize and reward superior supplier performance. The award was presented by Jacques Serre, Vice President Space Engines, Snecma, Vernon.

Balycoolin, Ireland (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Marotta Ireland Ltd. was recently honoured by Snecma as a premier supplier to Space Sector 2008. The award ceremony, which took place at the annual Snecma Suppliers Symposium held at the Geocentre Evry, near Paris, is Snecma's initiative to recognize and reward superior supplier performance. The award was presented by Jacques Serre, Vice President Space Engines, Snecma, Vernon.

Since 1987, Marotta Ireland has been a strategic supplier of structural supports for the Vulcain engine used on the first stage of the Ariane V, Europe's heavy lift launch vehicle. The Snecma award recognizes Marotta as a supplier of high-quality mission-critical components into this very successful European launch vehicle programme. Marotta was also commended for its high level of professionalism in every aspect of its dealing with Snecma. Rory Byrne, Quality Manager accepted the award on behalf of Marotta.

"Snecma has core values related to quality and mission success, which include focus on the customer, the power of teamwork, innovation and meeting commitments", said Ken Thomas, European Business Development Manager of Marotta Ireland. "Marotta shares in those values, and we have reached this level of recognition by focusing on delivering the finest quality components and meeting the expectations our customer. We are extremely honoured that Snecma has recognized our contribution to the Ariane V with this prestigious award."

About Marotta Ireland
Marotta Ireland Ltd., a subsidiary of Marotta Controls, Inc., is Ireland's premier aerospace engineering designer and manufacturer of satellite propulsion controls and rocket sub-structures. Marotta Ireland offers a complete service from design concept through development and qualification to series production of flight and ground hardware.

About Marotta Controls
Marotta Controls, Inc. has more than 60 years of leadership in providing customers with a broad array of high-performance products including high-pressure pneumatics, high-pressure pure air generators, pneumatic weapon ejection, electronic controllers, valve controllers, pressure reducers and manifolds, relief valves and check valves.

Marotta is a contributor to today's most significant military, marine, commercial aerospace and space programs, as well as several international commercial programs. In addition, Marotta offers a wide range of systems, products and services in market sectors including Electronic Control Systems, Satellite Propulsion Systems, Surface and Undersea Warfare Systems, Composite Systems and Pneumatic Weapon Ejection Systems.

Marotta is headquartered in New Jersey with divisions in Dublin, Ireland and Cheltenham, UK. For more information please visit the company's website at www.marotta.com

Contact:
Tara J. Castorina
Marotta Controls, Inc.
tcastorina @ marotta.com

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New Business Development Executive to Bolster USC Consulting Group's Northeastern Region

Stephen Capuano adds strong strategic sales experience.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Stephen Capuano, 55, has been hired by USC Consulting Group, LLC (USCCG) as business development executive for its Northeastern U.S. region.

Mr. Capuano brings more than 25 years of strategic sales experience with IBM Corporation to his new post. He began his career with IBM as a new business client representative and rose through the ranks to software account manager. His industry focus has included distribution, industrial, insurance, manufacturing, and retail. He was most recently client manager with Champion Solutions, a Boca Raton, FL-based technology and services provider.

According to Alan Reid, USCCG regional manager for the Northeastern U.S., "Stephen's comprehensive knowledge of a broad range of information technology solutions and the benefits they offer in a variety of situations will be invaluable. His proven ability to provide clients with the best solutions available is a perfect fit for us."

Mr. Capuano holds a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science from the College of Staten Island. He has completed the Harvard University professional curriculum, the Master's Negotiation workshop, and the full spectrum of certification in information technologies. He resides in Monroe, NJ.

About USC Consulting Group (USCCG): USCCG is an independent operations management consulting firm with nearly 40 years' experience in the area of business performance improvement. It combines extensive subject matter expertise, gained in the course of successfully completing over 1,300 engagements, with enabling technology to drive and sustain superior results. The firm offers an array of services that include Six Sigma, Lean enterprise transformation, supply chain optimization, process improvement, project management, value stream mapping, training and facilitation, blended learning solutions, modeling and simulation, and asset performance management. USCCG is a Microsoft Managed partner headquartered in Tampa, FL. It also has offices in Chicago, Montreal, and Toronto. For more information, visit www.usccg.com.

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Nanmac Gives Engineers Instant Gratification Company Installs Instant Call-back Technology on Web Site, an Industry First; President Dan Nanigian Interviewed on Better Process podcast

Nanmac Corporation installs new technology on their web site enabling companies to cliick and get an immediate call from a Nanmac engineer, to solve any temperature measurement problem. Nanmac president Dan Nanigian also was interviewed by Better Process (podcast), and it can be heard at www.nanmac.com/better

Framingham MA (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Nanmac Corporation, leading supplier of thermocouples to industry since 1956, is now providing customers and prospects with the ability to speak instantly to a Nanmac representative when browsing their web site.

President Dan Nanigian says: "Imagine, you're in your office, a group of engineers is looking to solve a bearing temperature problem with the coal conveyors at your power plant. You do a web search, land on nanmac.com, click a link and your phone rings. It's a Nanmac engineer, and five minutes later, the problem is solved. This is the type of support our customers have come to expect."

Hear a live interview with Dan Nanigian on the state of U.S. manufacturing by visiting www.nanmac.com/better. Mr. Nanigian was recently interviewed for a podcast on manufacturing, called Better Process.

About Nanmac
Nanmac Corporation designs and manufactures temperature sensors and related products and services to automotive, aerospace, defense, medical, plastics, energy and electronics companies in the U.S. and thirty other countries. Learn more at http://www.nanmac.com

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9th CEEPET (Central & Eastern Europe Polyethylene Terephthalate), 2-3 June 2008 in Warsaw, Poland

Recent conversations with producers in the region indicate that PET business is difficult in current times. Many are suffering from depressed margins owing to high feedstock costs and an influx of preforms from Far East. Yet PET giants like Indorama are buying up assets in Europe with the recent purchase of Eastman's European PET assets. On the other hand, latest in the news is Neo Group has recently announced new ownership. What's next for PET? Will the industry witness more market consolidation or current producers exiting the game? These issues will be discussed at a CEEPET 2008 conference to be held on 2-3 June in Warsaw, Poland.

(PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Recent conversations with producers in the region indicate that PET business is difficult in current times. Many are suffering from depressed margins owing to high feedstock costs and an influx of preforms from Far East. Yet PET giants like Indorama are buying up assets in Europe with the recent purchase of Eastman's European PET assets. On the other hand, latest in the news is Neo Group has recently announced new ownership. What's next for PET? Will the industry witness more market consolidation or current producers exiting the game? These issues will be discussed at a CEEPET 2008 conference to be held on 2-3 June in Warsaw, Poland.

In view of the above development, CMT has invited both Neo Group and Indorama to share their views on market consolidation and rationalisation of the PET industry focusing on the challenges for resin producers. Also invited to speak at the 9th CEE PET conference is Mr Andrew Noone, Managing Director for PCI, who will give an overview on the changing patterns of trade and margins outlook resulting from the rationalisation, restructuring and reinvestment of the PET market in Central Eastern Europe (CEE).

Other invited panelists include the region's preform producers EnergoPET and GTX Hanex who will present two separate viewpoints on the latest innovations in PET preform processing. In addition, Group Danone will present a paper on how the company is reducing its environmental footprint in packaging its products

Another key issue that will affect the whole PET supply chain and impact on PET imported materials will be the implementation of REACH which comes into effect on 1 June 2008. Political, technological & environmental forces are driving PET-recycling growth. Availability of food grade PET has improved significantly and companies are starting to use the materials at industrial scale. In the technological realm, better recycling solutions have also meant more efficient energy usage. This will be the focus of the presentation by UMCO Umwelt Consult speaker.

CMT's reputable and the most awaited conference in the region - the 9th CEEPET conference has lined up the right selection of speakers that will give a true insight on the developments in the industry and an opportunity to share concerns as the whole industry looks to achieve lower costs and better performing containers. For more information or to register please visit www.cmtevents.com

About Centre for Management Technology
A global organizer HQ in Singapore, CMT is dedicated to the provision of latest business and technology information through high profile conferences for varied industries. CMT forums encircle the globe from Asia Pacific to Middle East to New Europe/Russia and the Americas. In 25 years of operation, CMT has hosted leading conferences on Energy, Plastics, Commodities, Chemicals and Biofuels. The CEEPET events have been brought to the following cities - Prague, Budapest, Kracow, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Lithuania, Slovenia. Visit www.cmtevents.com for further information about us and our events.

Press Contact:
Jaime Ng
Event Manager
Tel: 65-63469115
Fax: 65-63455928

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Celebrating 40 Years of Reliable Bronze

Reliable Bronze Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Stanchfield, MN (PRWEB) March 27, 2008 -- Reliable Bronze & Manufacturing, Inc. is celebrating 40 years of supplying quality machine cut products to its customers.

In 1968, President Charles Olson opened Reliable Machining Co., Inc. in New Brighton, Minnesota with his then future wife Linda. In 1990, Mr. Olson changed the name of the company to Reliable Bronze & Mfg., Inc. which now calls Stanchfield, Minnesota home. The company has grown from a total of 6,000 sq. ft. to over 25,500 sq. ft. of manufacturing space and 17,500 sq. ft. of warehouse space. Mr. Olson is excited about reaching forty years and hopes customers can enjoy another forty years of business from Reliable Bronze.

"It is amazing to look back to 1968 and see where we have come from in 40 years. I never imagined that we could have grown as much as we have. We have great people working with us to continue on for many more years to come," said Charles Olson President of Reliable Bronze.

In reflection of this 40th Anniversary milestone, President Charles Olson has taken pride in his ability to keep his promise of providing quality products, superior service, and competitive pricing throughout the years.

To learn more, visit Reliable Bronze at http://www.reliablebronze.com

For more information, please contact:
Reliable Bronze
340 Rush Point Drive
Stanchfield, MN 55080
Toll free: 800.445.4374 or 763.689.4143

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The J.M. Smucker Company to Roll-Out Retail Solutions Inc. Promotion Execution Solution

Retail Solutions Inc. today announced that the J.M. Smucker Company has chosen Retail Solutions Promotion Execution to complement the other Retail Solutions applications it uses - RFID Analytics and On-Shelf Management.

Sunnyvale, CA (PRWEB) March 26, 2008 -- Retail Solutions Inc., the leading solution provider helping consumer product goods (CPG) companies create value with retailer data, formed when T3Ci acquired the VeriSign® RDS business unit, today announced that The J.M. Smucker Company has chosen Retail Solutions Promotion Execution to complement other Retail Solutions applications it uses, RFID Analytics and On-Shelf Management.

"Better promotion execution is one of the many ways EPC can transform our organization," said Rich Wilson, Director, Corporate Distribution and EPC Team Lead at The J.M. Smucker Company. "Our goal is to continuously explore how to expand the business case for Smucker's EPC implementation across multiple processes - from supply chain analytics to out-of-stocks and to promotions. The roll-out of the Promotion Execution Solution from Retail Solutions furthers this goal."

"We are very honored to work with The J.M. Smucker Company," said Dr. Jonathan Golovin, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Retail Solutions. "At Retail Solutions, we have a long tradition of establishing deep research partnerships with industry thought leaders to bring true innovation to the CPG industry. The J.M. Smucker Company team, with its EPC leadership, has provided us with many insights and challenges to improve our solutions."

Retail Solutions Promotion Execution helps CPG companies boost promotional lift by improving store execution, reducing out-of-stocks and maximizing the efficiency of merchandisers and brokers. By combining EPC and non-EPC information in a unique dashboard, CPG companies are able to better understand how to make each promotion more successful, both before the event and in real-time during its execution. With over 300 EPC events tracked and analyzed across 20 customers and more than 50 new promotions every month in 2008, Retail Solutions is the uncontested leader in that space.

About Retail Solutions Inc.
Retail Solutions applies science to retailer data. Retail Solutions, formed when T3Ci acquired the VeriSign RDS business unit, develops and delivers a comprehensive suite of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions that turn retailer data, such as point-of-sale (POS), supply chain, merchandiser feedback and EPC data into actionable visibility into the store and onto the shelf.

Leading companies such as Bayer, Colgate-Palmolive, HP, Kao Brands, Kraft, Procter & Gamble, Reckitt-Benckiser, Schering-Plough Corp., Novartis, Stemilt, Tyson Foods Inc. and Unilever trust Retail Solutions to grow their retail sales, maximize in-store operation productivity, plan and execute more effective promotions, reduce their costs and join efforts with retail partners to improve shelf availability and consumer satisfaction. Please visit http://www.retailsolutions.com for more information.

Media and Analyst Contact Information:
Victoria Sian
Marketing Communications Manager, Retail Solutions
+1 408.541.5260
victoria.sian @ retailsolutions.com

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China New Dropship Global Power According to Chinavasion

EBay powersellers and online store owners take note, China is emerging as the new power in dropshipping, according to China wholesale drop shipping supplier, Chinavasion.

Shenzhen, Guangdong (PRWEB) March 26, 2008 -- EBay powersellers and online store owners take note, China is emerging as the new power in dropshipping, according to China wholesale drop shipping supplier, Chinavasion.

The sector has traditionally been dominated by US-based wholesale dropshippers as the majority of drop shipping companies have their home offices in the US. The biggest dropship companies such as Doba are based in the US.

This is gradually changing though, with a number of dropshipping services coming into their own in China.

According to market analysts the number of Chinese companies providing a dropshipping service out of China has been steadily growing. They say this number has doubled in the last 12 months alone.

Rose Li PR Manager for Chinavasion, China's original wholesale dropshipping company, said she personally knew of several dropshipping companies that had started up in Shenzhen in the last three months.

"Chinese entrepreneurs have gotten the experience they need and now they are comfortable breaking out on their own and forming their own wholesale dropship companies," she says.

Electronics distributors were especially prevalent in the Pearl River Delta as the area had become something of an important electronic manufacture source in the past five to seven years.

According to Rose Li, the increase in Chinese wholesale dropship suppliers will greatly benefit eBay powersellers and online traders as it means their drop shipping supplier will be closer to the factory source.

"When the dropshippers are closer to their suppliers, they can respond much faster to manufacturer changes than a company in a different country," she said.

"They are also more likely to have built up a good relationship with suppliers making it easy for them to meet customer requests."

However, there is nothing like dealing with a dropshipping agent, or dropshipping wholesaler with experience within the industry and the locality. By using Chinavasion as a dropship supplier customers would be getting the best of both worlds, fast response times and experienced service providers.

"With three years' experience dropshipping in China, and direct connection to the manufacturers we can guarantee customers get a fantastic experience every time they deal with us," said Rose Li.

According to Rose Li Chinavasion.com had accumulated a good reputation and a number of accreditations from esteemed firms like PayPal, Verified Site and Global Sources.

Chinavasion.com is the leading online drop ship wholesaler for MP4 players and other consumer electronics.Accredited by PayPal, Verified Site, and ScanAlert, and listed in all the leading B2B directories, Chinavasion is the market leading China supplier for EBay dropship sellers and electronics worldwide. For more details visit: http://www.chinavasion.com/

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SaberLogic Releases Logicity Version 1.6 - Crystal Reports Viewer for Crystal Reports 2008

SaberLogic has released a Crystal Reports 2008 compatible version of their Logicity Crystal Reports viewer application. With both free and professional versions available, Logicity version 1.6 provides affordable report management and distribution capabilities normally only found on other high-end report management applications.

Wadsworth, OH (PRWEB) March 26, 2008 -- SaberLogic has released a Crystal Reports 2008 compatible version of their Logicity Crystal Reports viewer application. Logicity version 1.6 is a Crystal Reports viewer and report deployment application that provides organizations with the ability to view and refresh data on pre-developed Crystal Reports.

The free version of Logicity acts as a Crystal Reports reader and allows users to print, save, email, and export Crystal Reports. The Professional version of the report viewer allows users to schedule reports, password protect Crystal Reports, use run-time variables, and even pass parameters to the Crystal Reports viewer via command-line. It also offers end users a streamlined, workspace interface from which to organize and execute Crystal Reports.

The primary change from the previous version of Logicity is the compatibility with and ability to view Crystal Reports 2008 reports. The installer has also been updated to allow users to select which Logicity components that they would like to install. Logicity is developed with .NET architecture and is built using the Business Objects toolkit. It is compatible with Crystal Reports versions 8.5, 9, 10, XI and now Crystal Reports 2008.

The Logicity Crystal Reports viewer can be downloaded for free from www.logicitysuite.com. The website also includes updated documentation and an online forum for free support. Logicity Professional is available for $45 per user or $4,500 for a site license. Installation support is available and technical support incidents can be purchased. Organizations that wish to resell Logicity should contact SaberLogic for more information.

For more information on Logicity and Logicity Professional, please contact Eli J Remington or visit the Logicity website.

About SaberLogic
SaberLogic is a Crystal Reports development and custom programming firm located in Wadsworth, Ohio. Started in 2002, SaberLogic now provides Crystal Reports services to hundreds of clients from SMB to Fortune 500. SaberLogic is a Business Objects bronze partner.

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One E-commerce Solution Powers Over Forty Companies in Research Products for the Life Sciences

Corezon, a small business enterprise e-commerce provider, recently launched its 40Th customer in the life science research industry. These are companies that manufacture and distribute biological research materials such as antibodies. Corezon's clients typically have large product portfolios that they need to get on-line to efficiently and effectively conduct business with the life science research community worldwide. After 40 implementations, Corezon has developed an industry expertise second to none. Its affordable, small business e-commerce application has become a leading solution for the Life Sciences, enabling small bio-tech firms to compete directly with billion dollar companies.

San Mateo, Calif. (PRWEB) March 26, 2008 -- Corezon Corporation, a small business enterprise e-commerce technology provider for the life science industry, successfully launched Oxford Biomedical Research earlier this month. Oxford is the 40Th customer in the bio-materials research industry to have their e-commerce web-site and customer portal powered by Corezon. These companies all manufacture and distribute research materials for the bio-tech research industry, products such as antibodies and peptides. Corezon has acquired a level of expertise in the antibodies industry unrivaled by any other technology provider. Corezon enables small companies and start-ups in the life sciences to compete directly with much larger companies by offering a world-class e-commerce website application for bio-materials.

The Corezon e-commerce platform runs all aspects of a bio-tech company's on-line business. The international research community, a high demand client base, can quickly find the product they are looking for and download documentation, submit requests for quotes, order on-line, or check their purchase history and re-order from a previous order. The on-line catalog lets researchers quickly conduct their business on the website and then get back to the lab knowing that their order or RFQ has been submitted in a secure environment.

For the bio-materials vendor, the Corezon applications are not simply an on-line product catalog and shopping cart, but a small business enterprise application that lets them process orders and RFQs, run email marketing campaigns to introduce new product, monitor inventory, and more. It is a resourceful customer interface. Orders and accounts can be generated internally, customer inquiries can be matched to customer accounts quickly and thoroughly: the vendor can access purchase history, opportunities, quotes, even notes on the customer, all from the same system that powers the on-line catalog and the website. Product updates are easy to make. Corezon's customers in the life science get a flexible set of tools that they can modify and enhance on a continuous basis.

The on-line product catalog from Corezon is a powerful marketing tool. In addition to the enhanced website and customer interface, all the product pages have been converted into static pages with product names built into the URL. By launching their product catalogs on Corezon, a large number of clients have experience significant, sometimes remarkable, gains in total sales and customer inquiries. The position of the bio-tech company within the industry is also significantly enhanced. For the small price point, it is near impossible to get this level of professionalism that Corezon's websites in the life sciences routinely attain.

Antibody vendors who run their websites on the Corezon application include Oxford Biomedical, American Peptide, Assay Designs, Rockland Immunochemicals, Echelon Biosciences, Genetex, Immunology Consultants, Genlantis, Delta Biolabs, and over two dozen other firms in life science research.

With experience comes efficiency. After forty e-commerce websites in antibodies, implementations are fairly standard. Corezon can get a bio-tech firm up and running in several weeks. Corezon focuses on small businesses in the life sciences and understands the need for fixed and reasonable prices. For a set-up fee and an ongoing maintenance fee, Corezon sticks to a fixed quote, and then proceeds to do all the work. The customers have a fully operating e-commerce website from the first day. And Corezon does it for a fixed, modest price

So whether a vendor has 200 products or 20,000, Corezon gets them up and running with a customer portal and on-line product catalog that acts as a publishing engine to the greater scientific community. Corezon's Product Catalog of Bio-materials will significantly enhance a company's sales and market reach. The product database and all relevant documents will be search engine optimized in a way that will effectively maximize visibility to the search engines. Product links on the search engines will go directly to the product. The goal is to make it easy and efficient for scientists from all over the world to begi