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April 25, 2008

CSI Fleet Card Controls Offer Creative Ways to Save as Gas Prices Continue to Rise

CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card enhances saving opportunities with a variety of services and card controls, from discounts at the pump, to helping customers find the lowest prices in town, to online real-time card management and reporting. During this time of rising gas prices, finding creative ways to save money is essential. CSI is that solution.

(PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- Creative financing is no longer a phrase heard only in large corporate boardrooms. In today's world of unrelenting gas prices, finding creative new ways to save money is essential. Businesses across the country that rely on fleets know this all too well, and are looking to solutions such as CSI's Universal Fleet Fuel Card to offer the much needed relief.

"Fuel has always been a major budget item for fleet businesses," said Keith Stone, CSI President. "Today, it too often dwarfs most every expense except payroll."

With gas prices continuing to rise, the CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card provides discounts at tens of thousands stations, but that's just the beginning. "Today's business climate is overwhelming," noted Stone. "Discounts are a good first move, but to make a credible impact on the bottom line, so much more must be done."

That so much more is what CSI uses to differentiate themselves from the rest of the fuel credit card companies.

First, the CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card is accepted at almost all fuel locations in the United States, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. With the price of fuel so volatile, being able to take advantage of the lowest price station on any given day is critical.

Finding the lowest price is also critical, and CSI uses a number of sources to bring that information to their cardholders including Smart Buy and CSI Gas Prices, two of the best online fuel price locators.

Perhaps the greatest cost savings comes with the card controls the CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card offers. Cards are assigned to either a driver or a vehicle and are limited to purchasing either fuel only, or available for fuel and maintenance. The fleet manager may also request different prompts before a purchase is approved.

Other controls a fleet manager may choose to employ include setting a limit on the number of transactions per day, the time of day or day of week a transaction may occur, as well as limiting the dollar amounts spent either by day, week or month. With CSI, all of these card controls are managed and updated online in real time.

Of course practicing good fuel card management is only as good as it is trackable. Every CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card can be monitored and tracked, as well as reports run and analyzed, all online and in real time. "We want our cardholders to be able to see the results of their good work immediately. And if card privileges are being abused, tracking transactions will make that apparent, and immediate action can be taken," said Stone.

To learn more about the CSI Universal Fleet Fuel Card, visit www.csi-gascard.com.

About CSI Enterprises, Inc
CSI Enterprises Inc. provides a specific line of controlled financial payment products including business fleet fueling/maintenance payment cards, a corporate virtual payment MasterCard and card solutions for corporate purchasing, travel and entertainment spending. Today CSI and its products operate in all fifty states including Canada, Mexico and Caribbean with operating subsidiaries involved in municipal tax reclamation, venture capital and real estate development activities nationwide. Since 1988, CSI Enterprises Inc. was the first and largest U.S. organization to have a successful corporate asset management and payment network throughout the U.S. and Latin America.

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Screaming Circuits Wins 2008 Service Excellence Awards for Manufacturing Quality and Technology

Screaming Circuits, a leading online PCB assembly service provider, has received two Circuits Assembly 2008 Service Excellence awards, in the categories of Manufacturing Quality and Technology. Circuits Assembly magazine selected the award winners based on customer interviews from a wide variety of companies.

Canby, OR (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- Screaming Circuits, a leading online PCB assembly service provider, has received two Circuits Assembly 2008 Service Excellence awards, in the categories of Manufacturing Quality and Technology. Circuits Assembly magazine selected the award winners based on customer interviews from a wide variety of companies.

"We are honored to have received this award," said Duane Benson, Web Marketing Manager, Screaming Circuits. "We do our best to keep focused on doing a good job for engineers and this is a nice 'thank you'." The awards were presented at the recent APEX show in Las Vegas.

Screaming Circuits assembles electronic circuit boards for prototypes and small production runs. They allow quoting and ordering of the assembly service online through a powerful e-commerce website. In addition to providing fast and convenient electronic assembly service, Screaming Circuits publishes a blog as a library of layout and assembly guidelines.

About Screaming Circuits
Screaming Circuits issues quotes and takes and processes orders online for customers nationwide at www.screamingcircuits.com. With automated ordering, live phone support, an on-time guarantee and a 10% first-order discount, Screaming Circuits is a full-service Internet-based contract manufacturer.

Screaming Circuits was formed in 2003 as a quick-turn prototype division of Milwaukee Electronics Companies (MEC), a privately held ISO 9000 certified contract manufacturer. For more information, visit Screaming Circuits on the web at www.screamingcircuits.com.

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Silicone Gaskets and Pads with High Performance Acrylic Adhesive Backings Now Available from Stockwell Elastomerics, Inc.

Stockwell Elastomerics' adhesive lamination capabilities solve the application engineering problem of securely bonding silicone foam gaskets, closed cell silicone sponge enclosure gaskets and cushioning pads to powder coated metal and certain low surface energy plastics using high strength pressure sensitive acrylic adhesives. Stockwell Elastomerics is a custom manufacturer of silicone gaskets, pads and silicone rubber / elastomeric components for demanding requirements in the technology equipment sector.

Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- Stockwell Elastomerics, Inc. announces the availability of Silicone Foam Gaskets and Closed Cell Silicone Sponge Enclosure Gaskets and Cushioning Pads with high strength pressure sensitive acrylic adhesives for bonding to powder coated metal surfaces and certain low surface energy plastics.

Secure lamination of acrylic pressure sensitive adhesives onto silicone rubber is not possible without priming the silicone rubber. Stockwell has developed primers that allow for lamination of 3M Corporation's 9485 acrylic transfer film adhesive and 9490LE film supported acrylic adhesive onto silicone foam, closed cell silicone sponge and solid silicone rubber. Gaskets are then water jet cut or die cut to size, or slit-to-width into rolls for installation.

"Bonding silicone foam gaskets, closed cell silicone sponge enclosure gaskets and cushioning pads with high strength pressure sensitive acrylic adhesives to powder coated metal and some plastics for often poses a difficult application engineering problem," said Bill Stockwell, President of Stockwell Elastomerics. "We can now offer a solution to provide secure lamination for these applications in industries that we serve."

Acrylic Pressure Sensitive Adhesives for Silicone Gaskets and Pads

3M 9485 acrylic adhesive is .005" thick unsupported transfer film adhesive. Its ultimate bonding strength on stainless steel is 150 lbs / inch of width. 9485 withstands high temperature excursions for brief periods up to 400°F, and long term temperatures up to 300°F continuous without slumping or shearing. This adhesive is well suited for thick silicone sponge gaskets on most metal surfaces. Unsupported transfer film adhesives allow for bonding to contoured surfaces and permit forming corner radii using strips of gasketing.

3M 9490LE acrylic adhesive is .0067" thick film supported adhesive. This adhesive is formulated for secure bonding to most surfaces, including many low surface energy plastics and powder coated metal surfaces. 9490LE withstands high temperature excursions for brief periods up to 300°F, and long term temperatures up to 200°F. Film supported adhesive backings provide dimensional stability, which may benefit the assembly of thin-walled gaskets onto some enclosure designs.

Silicone Foam and Closed Cell Silicone Sponge Materials

Silicone foams and closed cell silicone sponge materials are available from .032" thick to .500" thick in soft, medium and firm densities. Stockwell inventories the complete line of Rogers Bisco™ silicone foam and St. Gobain's Cohrlastic® closed cell silicone sponge.

About Stockwell Elastomerics, Inc.

Stockwell Elastomerics' core competence is the fabrication and molding of silicone rubber and similar high performance elastomers. Stockwell's in-house capabilities include custom molding, die cutting, adhesive lamination and water jet cutting. Many of Stockwell's customers take advantage of water jet cutting for fast turn prototypes and initial production. Stockwell Elastomerics, Inc. is ISO9001-2000 registered.

For Samples and Information

For sample swatches of .062" thick closed cell silicone sponge with 9485 and .125" thick silicone foam with 9490LE high performance acrylic adhesives, contact Stockwell Elastomerics directly.

For complete information on Stockwell Elastomerics' offerings in silicone rubber products, and molding and fabrication capabilities contact:

Stockwell Elastomerics, Inc.
4749 Tolbut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19136
(215) 335-3005
Email: service @ stockwell.com
Website: www.stockwell.com

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New FMA Youth Spokesperson Brennan Palmiter, Actor John Atzenberger Speak About Manufacturing On 'Better Process' Podcasts

Host of John Ratzenbergers Made in America” and former "Cheers" star John Ratzenberger talks about the past, present and future of manufacturing in America, and Florida teenage race car driver and welder Brennan Palmiter discusses his new role as the face of youth manufacturing for the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA) on the Better Process” show, a free daily podcast focusing on manufacturing and industry.

Rockford, IL (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 25, 2008 -- Host of John Ratzenbergers Made in America” and former "Cheers" star John Ratzenberger talks about the past, present and future of manufacturing in America, and Florida teenage race car driver and welder Brennan Palmiter discusses his new role as the face of youth manufacturing for the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA) on the Better Process” show, a free daily podcast focusing on manufacturing and industry.

Ratzenberger, a long-time proponent for introducing young people to the exciting career opportunities in manufacturing, states that the future of the industry in this country is in our youth. Organizations such as the FMA Foundation and the Nuts, Bolts and Thingamajigs Foundation, an organization I co-founded, aim to encourage youth to consider manufacturing as a career option,” he said.

Its a national hunger right now for our youth to get ‘hands on and actually create something,” he added. These organizations fund camps that allow kids to create something they can build and actually feel good about making.”

Ratzenberger also discusses Palmiters new role as the face of youth manufacturing for the FMA, an announcement that was made at a press conference at the recent Metal Matters 2008 executive summit in Orlando. The FMA and its publication Practical Welding Today will sponsor 16-year-old Palmiter, a Livingood Motorsports race car driver from Ormond Beach, Fla., for the 2008 racing season in one initiative to accelerate the associations outreach efforts to students and encourage young people to consider careers in manufacturing.

Ratzenbergers full podcast interview can be heard at: www.podcasternews.com/bpp/4985/industry-report-john-ratzenberger-fma-foundation/

In another podcast, teenage race car driver and welder Palmiter talks about his new role with the FMA Foundation, which provides funding to organizations starting or expanding manufacturing camps for youths, and issues scholarships to students at colleges and trade schools pursuing careers in manufacturing.

Palmiter discusses his enrollment in an accelerated graduation program at Seabreeze High School in Daytona Beach, Fla., that allows him to graduate high school early, and about simultaneously taking night classes in welding technology at Daytona Beach Community College. In May of 2009, Palmiter will graduate from both high school and junior college with a high school diploma and a vocational certificate in welding technology with four specialized welding certifications.

For every three welders that retires, only one is entering the industry,” said Palmiter. What I want to do is to show other students my age that you can graduate high school early and have one heck of a degree at the same time.”

Palmiter will play a key role in the FMA Foundation scholarship program, which offers scholarships to young people attending trade schools or colleges and universities to prepare for metal forming careers in manufacturing. He also will speak to students about welding and fabrication.

Two promotions are already underway. The GO Brennan” scholarship program awards 10 new scholarships of $500 each for students who create and post videos on YouTube explaining why they want to be in manufacturing, what career they seek and where they want to attend school.

A Be True to Your School” promotion, sponsored by Practical Welding Today, asks readers to nominate a high school that Palmiter can visit, along with his stock car, and speak to students about welding, racing and manufacturing.

Palmiters podcast can be heard at: www.podcasternews.com/bpp/4993/industry-report-brennan-palmiter-fma-foundation/

About Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Foundation
The mission of the Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Foundation is to avert a growing crisis in America, one that is occurring because too few young people now develop the kind of manual skills required by industries, workshops and engineering practices. Through mentoring programs, education and media awareness, NBTF seeks to introduce young people to the pleasures of tinkering. More information on the foundation is available by visiting www.nutsandboltsfoundation.org.

About the Better Process Podcast
Based in Colorado and across the US via Skype the Better Process Podcast interviews small and mid-sized manufacturing companies and the companies that service these companies. Shows are free to download from iTunes and are available most business days. More information on the show can be found at www.betterprocess.com. The Better Process Podcast is the voice of the small and mid-sized manufacturing firm.

About FMA Foundation
The FMA Foundation is a charitable organization that offers grants to not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions introducing young people to metal forming careers in manufacturing, provides funding to organizations starting or expanding manufacturing camps for youths, and issues scholarships to students at colleges and trade schools pursuing careers in manufacturing. More information on the foundation is available by visiting www.fma-foundation.org.

About FMA
Based in Rockford, Ill., the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA), is a professional organization with more than 2,300 members working together to improve the
metal forming and fabricating industry. Founded in 1970, FMA brings metal fabricators and fabricating equipment manufacturers together through technology councils, educational programs, networking events, and the FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show. FMA also has a technology affiliate, the Tube & Pipe Association, International (TPA), which focuses on the unique needs of companies engaged in tube and pipe producing and fabricating.

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FMA
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GSI Technologies Receives Best Commercialization Award at IDTechEX

GSI Technologies, LLC, has received the prestigious Printed Electronics Award for Best Commercialization for their work in the manufacture of printed electronic products. The award was given during the recent IDTechEX Printed Electronics Europe Conference in Dresden, Germany. The Printed Electronics Awards are the industry's premier accolade celebrating excellence in business achievement, innovation and success.

Burr Ridge, IL, (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- GSI Technologies, LLC, an industry leader in Functional PrintingTM and industrial graphic products, was honored with the Best Commercialization Award during the recent IDTechEX Printed Electronics Europe Conference. The Printed Electronics Awards are the industry's premier accolade celebrating excellence in business achievement, innovation and success. Over 600 delegates from 28 countries were present at the IDTechEX event held April 8-9, in Dresden, Germany.

Companies vying for the Best Commercialization Award were judged on the basis of having created a successful business selling printed electronic products. GSI Technologies is a manufacturer of a variety of functional printed products including medical devices, smart card inlays, printed displays, EL Lamps, and antennas. Its largest printed electronic product line is a biomedical sensor with a production volume of greater than 1 billion units per year and a % yield of >99.5%, monitored with real-time SPC and 100% automated visual inspection.

Adam Laubach, Chief Technology Officer and General Manager of GSI Technology's Functional Printing™ division had this to say during the presentation: "I am proud to accept this award on behalf of our customers who brought us the opportunities and entrusted us to deliver their development and production needs; our engineers and production personnel; and our investors who supported the vision. This success is an example of the "Lab to Fab™" model that GSI has been practicing in functional printing for the last 10 years."

Jack Kraemer, GSI Technologies President and COO, stated, "We are proud of our collective manufacturing results to date and continue to focus our company resources in the exciting printed electronics market."

About GSI Technologies:
GSI Technologies, LLC, is a Burr Ridge, Illinois-based manufacturer of functional printing and industrial graphic products. Originally known as Graphic Solutions International, it was created in 1985 as a label and nameplate brokerage by siblings Suzanne and Bob Zaccone. Through the years, the company expanded into printing pressure sensitive labels, aluminum nameplates, polycarbonate panels, and conductive printed products for the medical market. Later, it began producing RFID antennas, medical electrodes, smart cards, RFID systems, and electroluminescent lamps and printed displays. Since 2005, GSI Technologies has been a part of Thrall Enterprises a family-owned holding company with corporate offices in Chicago.

For more information, visit www.GSITech.com, call 630.325.8181, or write to GSI Technologies, LLC, 311 Shore Drive, Burr Ridge, IL USA 60527-5859.

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Rubb Building Systems Awarded Maine Governor's Award for Business Excellence

Rubb Building Systems, an international leader in the fabrication of relocatable membrane-clad industrial buildings, announced their receipt of the State of Maine Governor's Award for Business Excellence, a status awarded to only 5 businesses this year and 94 to date.

Sanford, Maine (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- Rubb Building Systems, an international leader in the fabrication of relocatable membrane-clad industrial buildings, today announced their receipt of the State of Maine Governor's Award for Business Excellence, a status awarded to only 5 businesses this year and 94 to date. This award is given based on "a high level of commitment to their community, employees, and to manufacturing or service excellence." Also receiving the award this year were F.A. Peabody, Hannaford Supermarkets, Parker Lumber Company and Planet Dog.

Governor Baldacci said of the recipients, "This year's honorees represent the innovative spirit that has earned Maine a reputation for top quality workmanship, service and a commitment to excellence ... I am proud to honor ... distinguished members of our business community."

Attending the event of behalf of Rubb were employees from all departments. Controller Joe Kane gracefully received the award, thanking the hard work of Rubb's many employees in the United States and abroad, and the commitment to innovation and service that has made the company so successful. Concurrent with the Governor's Award ceremony, other representatives from Rubb Inc. attended the opening of a new sports facility in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland.

Sanford, Maine-based Rubb Building Systems is the United States branch of the industrial buildings company, with other locations in Norway and the United Kingdom. Rubb's durable, flexible fabric structures range are used in many applications including environmental storage, sports buildings, aircraft hangars and storage and port buildings. Familiar Rubb buildings in New England include the Merrill Marine Terminal and Sprague Energy Terminal in Portland, Maine and the AirTran hangar in Boston's Logan Airport.

About Rubb Building Systems
The Rubb organization, with production facilities in Great Britain, Norway and the United States is recognized as a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of relocatable structures and is quality certified to ISO9001: 2000.

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Recession Planning Toolkit Offers Businesses Protection from Uncertain Economy

Prepare Your Business to Thrive in Lean Times with Complimentary Planning Tool

Reno, NV (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- M3 Planning, a nationwide leader in on-demand strategic planning services has just released the Ultimate Recession Planning Toolkit to help business owners better prepare for an economic slowdown and improve their strategic decision making. Comprised of a compilation of articles, how-to's, and expert advice, the Ultimate Recession Planning Toolkit is also intended to assist in scenario planning as well as serve as an essential starting point for creating a strategic plan with MyStrategicPlan, the company's award-winning strategic planning software.

This arsenal of information is an invaluable antidote against the increasingly troublesome reports delivered daily with news stories lamenting the lagging economy here in the US and abroad. Economic forecasters and analysts are beginning to give in to recession language, with 51% of respondents to a recent poll conducted by the National Association for Business Economics (NABE) indicating they believe a stalled economy is where we may be headed, and Singapore's GIC (The Government of Singapore Investment Corp), one of the biggest sovereign wealth funds, warned on Monday the world could be facing its worst recession in 30 years and that financial markets will be highly volatile. As reported in The Economic Times, GIC Deputy Chairman Tony Tan said, "The financial contagion has now spread beyond US shores, increasing the likelihood of a global financial crisis and recession." He also opined that, "We could be facing a recession which is longer, deeper and wider than any recession we have encountered in the last 30 years."

With advance strategic planning and careful preparation, businesses can help lessen the impact of a slowdown and perhaps even identify new opportunities in the midst of economic turmoil. A company's strategic plan is the "game plan" management has for positioning the company, competing successfully, satisfying customers and achieving good business performance. Basic strategic planning tends to address the incidents of the day, but scenario planning and continuity planning, which are both subsets of strategic planning, should also be included in the planning process. Scenario planning is a way of simplifying a complex future by providing the opportunity to ask the "what if" questions and to rehearse responses while continuity planning lays out the details for ensuring a business doesn't stop running if a particular scenario happens. All three subjects are addressed along with expert advice in the new Ultimate Recession Planning Toolkit.

M3 Planning is a strategic planning firm that works with growth-oriented organizations to develop and execute their strategic plans and has established itself as a source for everything related to strategic planning. In addition to their award-winning strategic planning software, the company is also a resource for other strategic planning tools, books, articles, workshops, and facilitations.

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WITec Breaks Ground for New Purpose-built Headquarters

The microscope manufacturer WITec has begun construction of a new headquarters building in Ulm, Germany including research, production and office facilities.

Ulm, Germany (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- The microscope manufacturer WITec has begun construction of a new headquarters building in Ulm, Germany including research, production and office facilities. The official ground breaking ceremony with the mayor of Ulm occurred on Friday April, 18. 2008. As an established global player in high-tech instrumentation, WITec benefits from the exponential growth of the Nanotechnology, Materials Research and Life Sciences markets. To meet the increasing demand for high resolution microscopy solutions from these markets, the new building is a necessity in order to secure future growth potential. Compared to WITec's present location, the available space will be more than doubled. A total of 1800 square meters on 4 floors will contain the dynamic core of WITec technology. The state of the art laboratories will focus on research and development, thus reflecting the company's emphasis on innovation. For customer training and instrument presentation, dedicated demonstration labs will be established. The new headquarters will be ready for occupancy by May 2009.

"The new building is another milestone in our ongoing success story and it also anticipates future growth opportunities" says Dr. Joachim Koenen, Managing Director of WITec. "With the new facilities we expect another increase in productivity and efficiency, as the concept of the building is ideally customized to meet WITec's high-level needs for developing and producing state of the art microscopy systems".

The location of the new WITec Headquarters is in the heart of Science Park Ulm. It is one of the largest and most diverse research parks in Southern Germany, situated next to the University of Ulm. Fellow residents who share a strong focus on research and development include Daimler Research Center, Nokia, or Deutsche Telekom AG.

About WITec
WITec is a manufacturer of high performance optical and scanning probe microscopy systems. A modular product line allows the combination of different microscopy techniques such as Raman, NSOM or AFM in a single instrument for flexible analysis of the optical, chemical and structural properties of a sample. The instruments are distributed worldwide and are used primarily in Materials science, Life Sciences and Nanotechnology. WITec is based in Ulm, Germany and Savoy, IL, USA. For more information, please visit http://www.witec.de.

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RFID Journal Announces Mojix Wins First-Ever Best in Show Award At RFID Journal LIVE!

The maker of a new long-range passive UHF reader system edges out Lexmark's RFID laser printer system and Omni-ID's high-performance tag.

New York (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- RFID Journal, the world's leading media and events company covering radio frequency identification (RFID), has announced that an independent panel of judges, with input from attendees at RFID Journal LIVE!, has selected Mojix's STAR system, as the winner of the 2008 RFID Journal Best in Show Award, at RFID Journal's sixth annual conference and exhibition, which was held last week at the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.

The Mojix STAR system was able to read passive UHF tags, based on EPCglobal's second-generation air-interface protocol, from across the exhibit hall, a distance of about 300 feet--in a room full of RF noise from exhibitors demonstrating their own products in the hall. Mojix says a single STAR RFID interrogator can cover as much as 250,000 square feet.

Mojix was one of 10 finalists selected by an independent panel of judges from more than 40 submissions. Each of the finalists was asked to do a presentation in the exhibit hall, and attendees at the event were asked to rate the products. Five judges chose the winner based on the presentations and the input from attendees.

"Attendees consistently rated Mojix's product as the best of the 10 finalists," says RFID Journal executive editor Paul Prince, who was one of the judges. "And the judges were nearly unanimous in their view that Mojix had the best new product."

Lexmark's RFID UHF Option, an add-on for the Lexmark T640, T642 or T644 monochrome laser printers, , was the runner-up. The RFID option comes with a ThingMagic M5e RFID interrogator and antenna integrated into the printer drawer assembly, allowing customers to use their existing T64x laser printers to encode the RFID tags embedded in labels, documents, cards and stickers.

The second runner up was Omni-ID's Prox passive UHF RFID tag, which is smaller than most tags (35mm by 10mm by 4.0mm when sold as a label) and is designed for high reliability, even around metals and liquids. The Prox RFID tag features a "plasmonic structure"--a layer that reflects an interrogator's RF signal and focuses it on the tag's RFID inlay, rendering it immune to interference from outside materials, including water and metal. The 240-bit EPCglobal Gen 2-compliant tag is designed to deliver 99.99 percent accuracy and reliability. The tag is sold either as a label or in a ruggedized plastic case.

The RFID Journal Awards were created in 2007 to highlight the best RFID projects from around the world. The Best in Show award was added this year to showcases some of the best new products exhibited at RFID Journal LIVE!

"The quality of the products that were selected as finalists was extremely high, and there were many other excellent products exhibited at the event this year," says Prince. "It shows the maturation of the industry, as it responds to the real-world needs of end users."

About RFID Journal LIVE! 2008
RFID Journal LIVE! is the largest and most important RFID event in the world. More than 175 companies exhibited at the 2008 event, and 3,300 people attendedit. RFID Journal LIVE! 2009 will be held April 27-29, 2009, in Orlando, Fla., at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. For more information, please visit: http://www.rfidjournalevents.com/live/

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

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CV Technology Prepares Companies for OSHA Inspection by Minimizing Dust Explosion Risk With Tripod Approach

CV Technology, the Florida based international leader in dust explosion protection and mitigation gears up to confront the latest OSHA directive on combustible dust.

Jupiter, FL (PRWEB) April 25, 2008 -- The threat of dust explosion is nothing new to industries that process powder and/or bulk solids. Recently an increase in explosive events at various facilities is having a ripple effect across industries nationwide. The Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) have set forward an initiative to raise awareness and force companies to re-evaluate their explosion risk.

The latest OSHA directive, CPL 03-00-008, dated March 11, 2008, describes enforceable policies and procedures regarding inspection of facilities that handle combustible dust. It also sets the maximum allowable dust layer at only 1/32nd of an inch; barely enough to be measurable. With an already high standard and low level for tolerance, OSHA has further articulated the gravity of the directive by conducting random inspections. The fines imposed by not meeting the directives benchmarks for safety can be quite steep. Many companies are finding that a professionally conducted risk analysis can help them identify the areas of weakness and susceptibility for explosion risk.

"You can't completely eliminate the danger, but a risk analysis can certainly reduce probability and severity of an industrial dust explosion," says David Cvetas, President of CV Technology. "Every manufacturing facility needs to understand just how and where their enterprise is vulnerable."

CV Technology combines a legacy of experienced explosion consulting with revolutionary and completely unique explosion prevention and explosion protection technologies. This holistic approach poises the company to tackle any unique requirement of the various industries now targeted for OSHA inspection and prepare any facility to meet and exceed OSHAs new benchmarks.

With what is called the "Tripod Approach", CV Technology covers all aspects of the process from initial analysis, to manufacturing proprietary and custom components, through to implementation. The first and most critical step is a full risk analysis. Dusts are tested and processes are evaluated to determine where and to what extent there is risk for fire or explosion. A full report with recommendations and alternatives is created.

Step two takes the results of the analysis and defines an implementation strategy for optimal protection from explosion. Combustible and fugitive dust weaknesses are minimized and priorities are addressed in relation to their explosion risk.

Step three is a well orchestrated implementation process. Taking into account current processes including surrounding systems, and production schedules, the plan is put into action. Any custom components or mitigating equipment is installed and tested. Finally, plant personnel are properly trained.

"What explosion protection systems really provide is insurance", States Bill Stevenson, Vice President of Engineering for CV Technology. "They give companies the peace of mind that they are operating their plants safely, while not only preventing loss of life, but also protecting their financial security and the valuable process that they depend upon."

More information on combustible dust hazards and techniques to minimize explosion risk can be found on the CV Technology corporate website : www.cvtechnology.com

For further reading on the OSHA CPL 03-00-008 Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program, you can read the directive from the OSHA website : www.osha.gov/OshDoc/Directive_pdf/CPL_03-00-008.pdf

CV TECHNOLOGY, INC
15852 Mercantile Court
Jupiter, FL 33478
USA

Phone (561) 694-9588
www.cvtechnology.com

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Colligo Opens Sales Office in the United Kingdom

Company Expands with an Office in Reading, UK to Increase Coverage in the EMEA Markets

Vancouver, BC (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Colligo Networks, a leader in desktop collaboration solutions, announced it has opened a new sales office in Reading, UK -- a strategic move to build on its success in bringing desktop software for Microsoft Office SharePoint® to enterprises throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Colligo is also pleased to report that Mr. Valerio Pappalardo has joined the company in the newly created position of EMEA Sales Director. Mr. Pappalardo will be responsible for growing sales and working with local partners to continue building coverage and distribution for the Colligo for SharePoint product line in EMEA.

"Colligo has had tremendous success in EMEA, where we've experienced growing demand for our desktop client solutions that integrate SharePoint to the desktops of information workers, increasing user adoption," commented Ed Kaczor, VP of Enterprise Sales, Colligo Networks. "In 2007, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa accounted for a significant portion of total company revenues and today we have nearly 30 partners in the region. We're very happy to welcome Valerio to the team to better capitalize on this growing market demand."

Valerio Pappalardo brings over 10 years of senior account and sales management experience with Blue-chip industry leaders, selling hardware and software solutions to international companies in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He also brings expertise in fostering strategic business partnerships to build channel sales in EMEA. Valerio Pappalardo was previously Sales Director of South and Central Europe at Just Systems and Sales Manager at Quest Software, where he managed teams that successful exceeded revenue targets and grew market share. He has held senior sales management positions with other major industry leaders, including Dell and IBM. Mr. Pappalardo holds a First Class Degree in Political Science and Economy Research from the University of Political Science in Catania.

"I see incredible market potential for Colligo's SharePoint client software in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa," said Valerio Pappalardo. "Colligo Contributor for SharePoint has already been purchased by major Global 500 companies in the region, including engineering conglomerates and pharmaceutical firms. My goal is to build on this success. I will be working with partners and large enterprises in EMEA to help them drive SharePoint adoption by providing an intuitive user experience that better integrates SharePoint into the way users work on their desktops."

The exact location and contact information for the new European office are as follows.

Colligo Networks, Inc.
17 Iliffe Close
Reading RG1 2QE
United Kingdom
Main Phone: +44 (0)118 931 0196
Second Phone: +44 (0)560 3257 327
Fax: +44 (0)118 931 0196
Email: sales@colligo.com

About Colligo Networks
Colligo is a leading provider in desktop collaboration solutions. Its client-based software solutions extend the functionality of collaboration and content management applications like Microsoft SharePoint and IBM Lotus Notes. Designed to increase productivity, Colligo products move critical data storage and synchronization functions from the server to the desktop, enabling users to more effectively capture, access, edit, and share information when and where they need it. From instant team collaboration to remote user access, Colligo enhances the collaboration experience to users in more than 50 countries. Customers include PricewaterhouseCoopers, Siemens, General Motors, KPMG, Qualcomm, and Grant Thornton. Colligo is a Microsoft Gold Certified ISV partner and IBM Business Partner. For more information visit www.colligo.com.

Colligo is a trademark of Colligo Networks, Inc. All other corporate names and / or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

For further information, please contact:
Asa Zanatta
Tel: 604 408 1389 / (cell) 604 724 7755
E-mail: azanatta@colligo.com

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Introducing Cleanable Filters That Save Time And Expense

James Davis, announces today the release of in-line cleanable filters

Denver, CO. (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- A new series of in-line filters from Industrial Specialties Mfg. allow filters to be quickly and easily inspected and cleaned without disturbing the tubing connections. By loosening the threaded collar on the filter housing, the filter insert can be cleaned while remaining connected to the tubing. This saves the time and expense of disassembling the tubing and replacing the filter.

Three micron ratings are available and color-coded threaded collars can be supplied to identify the filter’s micron. The 65u is a white nylon element, 149u is a red nylon element and the 250u is a green nylon element. All filter screens are polyester. The filter housing is constructed of durable, opaque Nylon material with a 3/8” beaded barb. Special end configurations are also available.

About Industrial Specialties Manufacturing, Inc.:
Industrial Specialties Mfg. supplies miniature pneumatic, vacuum and fluid circuitry components to OEM’s and distributors all over the world. One of their operating philosophies is that if they don’t have it for you, they will find it or do their best to figure out a way to build it for you. Industrial Specialties Mfg. offer a line of ideas, not just products. If you don’t see what you want in their extensive catalog, contact them for what you need. They pride themselves in finding solutions where other manufacturers and suppliers can’t. Often times, Industrial Specialties Mfg. can work at volume levels where most others won’t. Don’t hesitate to contact them if you need anything in the way of miniature pneumatic, vacuum or fluid circuitry fittings. Industrial Specialties Mfg. (ISM) was founded in 1980 as a supporting operation to a local fluid power house in Denver, Colorado.

For more information contact James Davis, Industrial Specialties Mfg., Inc., 4901 S. Eliot, Englewood, CO 80110. Phone (303)781-8486. Toll-free: 1-800-781-8487 Fax: (303)761-7939. Website: http://www.industrialspec.com

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Unifin Offers ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers

Transformer Oil Coolers ideal for all overheating transformer installations.

London, Ontario (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Unifin, a world-leading supplier of cooling equipment and transformer oil pumps and valves to the Power Generation and Power Transformer industries, announces the flexible ForZair™ line of Transformer Oil Coolers for superior performance in the most demanding applications. The ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers are designed for new transformers and for replacing existing installations in the Power Generation industry that are out of life or overheating, requiring additional heat removal for higher capacities.

Transformer Oil Coolers have extruded tube or Plate-Fin Heat Transfer surfaces

The ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers feature Unifin's unique Mono-Aluminum extruded fin-tubes and the Power Generation industry's best plate fin technology, both of which provide optimal Heat Transfer efficiency and exceptional durability.

Transformer Oil Coolers configurable designs and high quality in Power Generation industry

ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers are available in forced oil-to-forced air, natural convection oil-to-water and forced oil-to-water models, in both 50 and 60 Hz versions. ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers are pre-engineered to meet the capacity, performance and space requirements of each specific application in Power Generation. The pre-engineered design simplifies manufacturing for rapid delivery in Heat Transfer applications.

Unifin uses an advanced oil flushing system, which achieves the highest ISO standards for cleanliness in the transformer and Power Generation industry. The Hinged Fan Panels design makes it easy to open the Transformer Oil Cooler and pressure-wash the fin surface, thereby maintaining maximum performance of both the cooler and transformer.

For more information about Unifin's line of superior performance ForZair™ Transformer Oil Coolers for the most efficient Heat Transfer for all overheating transformer applications in the Power Generation and Power Transformer industries, please visit the Web site www.unifin.com

About Unifin
Unifin International, "The Hottest Name in Cooling," has been an innovative designer and manufacturer of Heat Transfer products for many years. Now a world-leading supplier of Transformer Oil Coolers and Pumps to the Power Generation and Power Transformer industries, the company has also emerged as a premier supplier of Large Power Generator, TEWAC Motor and Power Transformer cooling equipment. Headquartered in London, Ontario, Unifin is a part of Koch Industries, one of the largest privately held companies in the world. For more information on Unifin International and its complete line of cooling products, visit the Web site www.unifin.com or call 1-888-451-0310.

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Brush Research Manufacturing Now Offers a New Tool to Silence Squealing Brakes

A unique ball hone 'non-directional' finish eliminates braking noise and extends service life

(PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Brush Research is introducing a special line of ball hones to manufacturers, rebuilders and service shops for use on brake system rotors. The new ball hone accomplishes superior metal finishing, eliminating harmonic vibrations.

Imperfect metal finishing can make customers squeal worse than their brakes. Realizing this, Brush Research developed an ultra-smooth honing machine to help the auto industry make silence golden again.

A few years ago, when Miller Industrial Products (Jackson, MI) got an order to make brake drums for Cadillac stretch limousines, they knew from the start that quality and performance were critical issues. The big limos were the heavyweights of passenger cars, and required the support of much beefier axles.

''These stretch limos were not only much larger than standard models in overall size, but also featured bullet-proof windows and doors plus a heavy-duty undercarriage,'' says owner Bill Miller. ''Therefore, the brake system required the size of brake drums used on trucks. But at the same time, since these were ultra-luxury vehicles, the brakes had to be quiet -- and that was a new challenge.''

Miller, a specialist in brake systems, explains that previously, drum-brake systems used asbestos-lined shoes that were inherently much quieter than new ones. Since asbestos has been outlawed, new brakes -- whether drum or disk styles -- tended to be noisy if the metal finishing was not perfectly smooth.

''That is more difficult to accomplish than many people thought at the time,'' Miller explains. ''Any irregularities in the surface of the drums would cause a squeal, hum or slapping noise that was unacceptable to the OEM, which was very understandable.''

Miller says what was needed was a unique honing process to give the brake drums an ultra-smooth finish. To accomplish this, he turned to Brush Research Manufacturing (BRM) in Los Angeles, a manufacturer of power brushes, honing machines and other finishing tools.

''BRM has a history of solving finishing problems, and makes a ball-style honing tool, the Flex-Hone that allows you to achieve a very smooth finish,'' says Miller. ''So we looked at this honing tool and developed a special process to machine the brake drums and then hone them in such a way that they were completely silent. It worked so well that the engineers at Cadillac were amazed.''

Miller adds that the ball-style hone has led to increased business with BRM's help with customized solutions that increase efficiency. ''We're in a very competitive industry and it's always 9-1-1 on turnaround. A lot of customers come to us because they hear we've got the ability to turn a project around quickly.''

The Flex-Hone is a versatile honing machine used throughout industry where metal finishing is involved. Known widely as a tool used for de-burring, plateau honing and deglazing, this is an inexpensive yet sophisticated device. A precision-quality ball hone not only de-burrs bored metal, but can easily remove even microscopic metal shards and fragments.

Established in 1958, Brush Research Manufacturing has been solving difficult metal finishing problems with brushing technology in the sophisticated environments of nuclear energy, aerospace and computer technology as well as automotive and industrial applications.

Contact Info:
Heather Fowlie
Brush Research Mfg. Co., Inc.,
4642 East Floral Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90022;
Phone: (323) 261-2193;
Fax: (323) 268-6587;
email: info@brushresearch.com
web site: www.brushresearch.com

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High Density Polyethylene Market to Reach to Nearly 84 Billion Pounds in 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Widespread use of HDPE in liquid food packaging, sterile packaging, automobiles, acceptance of recycled high-density polyethylene, innovative packaging designs and technological advancements are expected to spur growth in HDPE market. Worldwide consumption of HDPE is projected to be around 83.8 billion pounds in 2012.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) constitutes one of the most widely used plastic materials. It is the world's third-largest commodity plastic resin after polyvinyl chloride and polypropylene. Increasing affluence of developing countries including most Asian countries, Middle East and other parts of the world is driving demand for thermoplastics such as polyethylene, polypropylene and other plastics. Unique features of HDPE including environment friendly, excellent flexibility, wide range of designs, and cost-effectiveness have turned the material into standard polymer of choice in manufacturing bottles, particularly for packaging liquids such as lubricants, detergents and dairy products. Widespread use of HDPE in liquid food packaging, sterile packaging, automobiles, growing acceptance of recycled material, innovative packaging designs, and technological advancements such as introduction of metallocene, single-site, and other specialized catalysts are expected to fuel growth in consumption.

United States HDPE market is expected to reach 19.5 billion pounds by 2010, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific accounts for nearly 35% of the global high density polyethylene market. Global consumption of HDPE in blow molding is expected to grow at a compounded annual rate of nearly 4.5% over the period 2001-2010.

The HDPE market is highly competitive, characterized by the presence of several chemical powerhouses. Market participants include ChevronPhillips Chemical Company, Dow Chemical, ExxonMobil Chemical, Equistar Chemicals, Formosa Plastics, Ineos, LyondellBasell Chemicals, SINOPEC Corp, Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corp (SABIC) and TOTAL SA.

"High Density Polyethylene: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, end-use perspective, players, competition, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics are provided for the period 1991-2015, in terms of end-use segments including Blow Molding, Extrusion Applications (Film, Pipes and Other Extruded Products), Injection Molding (Industrial Containers, Packaging, Housewares and Others), Resellers and Compounders, and Rotomolding.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/High_Density_Polyethylene_HDPE_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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Installed Base of Vending Machines to Reach 32 Million Units by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Popularity of vending machines has increased along with convenience and instant access to diverse range of quality products. By the year 2010, global installed base of vending machines is all set to reach 32 million units, driven by rapid urbanization and increasing traffic at public places in emerging countries.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Vending Machine (VM) is "a machine for selling certain kinds of goods/services at an unattended point of sale in exchange for monetary payment." Installing vending machines at the right location can churn more revenues. Universities and educational campus are one of the hottest destinations for vending products. A number of factors have contributed to the popularity of food products sold through vending machines. Convenience, timesaving, hygiene, branding, eating habits, and more installations have significantly increased the share of food category sold through vending. Over the years, coffee machines have evolved to meet the sensitive needs of consumers. A new trend in recent years is the availability of host of electronic items through vending machines.

Sale of products through vending machines is forecast to reach $157 billion by 2010, as report in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. United States constitutes the largest vending machine market with a share of 29% of the global installed base in 2008. Japan has the world's highest vending machine density ratio of 1 machine for every 22 persons. Revenues from vending machines in Japan, the second largest market, are projected to reach $50.9 billion by 2010. The start of the decade witnessed unprecedented growth of vending machines in developing countries and is expected to continue over the next few years due to strong potential despite numerous hurdles faced by vending machine operators and food manufacturers. The rapid development is mainly due to rising disposable incomes, increasing consumer spending, vending infrastructure, lifestyle changes, growing awareness, and changing eating and drinking habits.

Globally, beverage vending machines, represents the fastest growing segment with a CAGR of 3.6% over the 2001-2010 period. There is an increase in the market share of food products sold through vending machines, due to more snacking and grazing, more machines and more branding of the product. The largest vended product is coffee and confectionary, snacks, drinks, water and juices. Installed base of Food Vending Machines in the United Stated is estimated at 2.4 million units for 2008. Vending business is very popular in Europe, especially in the UK. Germany leads the European market in terms of installed base of vending machines with a market share of 26.7% in 2008.

The vending industry is guided by various factors such as changing consumer trends, increase in standard of living, growing sectors and markets, operators efficiency and government legalization. A major problem plaguing the vending machine market today is vandalism. Legislations such as the one addressing sale of cigarettes and alcoholic products to minors are expected to affect the industry in short term. With the implementation of new legislatives, tobacco companies are coming up with innovative methods to restrict cigarette vending to minors. Restricted by legislative specifications, the installed base for Cigarette Vending Machines in Europe is projected to reach 1.03 million units by 2010.

Leading players profiled in the report include American Vending Machines, Inc., Azkoyen SA, Crane Merchandising Systems, Dixie-Narco, Inc., Fuji Electric Retail Systems Co., Ltd., Glory Ltd., Interlott, Maas International, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd., Sanden Corp., Tomra Systems ASA, and Westomatic Vending Services Ltd.

The report titled "Vending Machines: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. discusses the prevailing trends, issues, demand forecasts, and activities affecting the industry. Product sale through vending machines market is analyzed in US$ million by the following geographic regions -- United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East, and Latin America; and product segments -- beverage, food, cigarette, and other products & services. The installed base of vending machines market is analyzed in thousand units by the following geographic regions -- United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, and Rest of World; and product types -- beverage vending machines, food vending machines, cigarette vending machines, and other vending machines. The study also enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities of major players.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Vending_Machines_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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R•O•M Introduces the DuroMatic Self-Closing PVC Strip Door for Truck and Trailer Applications

Strip Door with Auto-Close Feature is Friendly on Drivers, the Environment and the Bottom Line

BELTON, Mo. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) April 24, 2008 -- R•O•M Corporation has introduced the DuroMatic Self-Closing Strip Door for the food distribution industry. DuroMatic is ideal for refrigerated trucks and trailer applications where product integrity, driver productivity and reduced wear on cooling systems are integral to efficient operations.

R•O•M’s DuroMatic Strip Door combines the temperature control benefits of PVC strip doors with the driver-friendly benefits of a curtain that opens and automatically closes once the driver and load are out of the unit. By keeping warm, moist air out of the refrigerated compartment, high-run defrost cycles are greatly reduced. In addition, the easy open and self-closing feature eliminates the need for drivers to cut or tie back the strips during product off-loading thus defeating the purpose of having a temperature control strip door in the first place.

Operation of the DuroMatic Strip Door is easy. The system may be installed on side and rear access doors up to 48 inches wide and is fully self-contained, so no lubrication, electrical or pneumatic power is required. After the ramp is deployed and the hand truck loaded, the driver simply pulls a handle to open the curtain and, with easy visibility to ensure safe passage down the ramp, off-loads the product. The DuroMatic strips automatically retract, maintaining cool temperatures and keeping warm, moist air out of the unit. That saves energy, protects the environment and improves driver productivity.

“With all of our products for the food distribution industry, our goal is to reduce costs for our customers, increase driver safety and improve productivity,” says Dan Caffrey, R•O•M National Accounts Manager. “That’s why we’re excited to add DuroMatic Strip Doors to our product line. It’s a driver-friendly way for customers to improve their bottom line.”

The DuroMatic Strip Door is available new and retrofit. More information is available by visiting www.DuroMaticDoors.com or by calling 800-827-3692.

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Cub Cadet Releases New Guide to Help Differentiate Riding Mower Types

Free Guide Offers Tips for Buying a Riding Lawn Mower.

Valley City, OH (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Cub Cadet proudly releases "Helpful Hints for Selecting a Riding Mower," a downloadable PDF guide that explains the various types of riding mowers and helps homeowners select the best riding lawn mower to match their needs. A riding lawn mower or tractor is a significant investment that owners will typically use for many years which makes selecting the right mower essential. New innovations and features such as: hydrostatic transmissions, QuickAttach™ decks, Synchro Technology™ and 360 degree turning capability, can make the selection process difficult.

From zero turn riding mowers to garden tractors to lawn tractors, each riding mower has a variety of uses, range of abilities, and selection of attachments that extends its functionality. Now available at Cub Cadet's new riding mower Online Information Center, "Helpful Hints for Selecting a Riding Mower" gives an overview of all of these mower platforms and explains the major features available for each type. The buying guide also identifies key questions homeowners must consider before purchasing a riding lawn mower and includes a reference chart to record preferred options.

About Cub Cadet
Since 1961, Cub Cadet has been meeting the needs of rural and suburban homeowners, while keeping one simple promise - to build it better. As the leader in premium outdoor power equipment, Cub Cadet features innovations such as zero turning radius mowers, smooth and easy automatic transmissions and the CycloCut™ mowing deck. Cub Cadet has built its legacy on high-quality engineering - producing smarter, faster and tougher products. For more information, visit www.cubcadet.com.

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Global Pianos Market to Cross 1 Million Units Mark by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Market for acoustic pianos, particularly grand pianos, is going downhill with increasing demand for digital pianos. Demand for digital pianos is expected to incessantly gorge into the share of acoustic pianos market. The global pianos market is projected to cross 1 million units by the year 2012.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Undergoing several changes over the years, the piano industry has come a long way. Several eastern countries are emerging as market leaders, leaving behind the US, which previously held the market reins. Chinese piano production volumes are increasing in contrast to the otherwise depressed global production and the region is emerging as one of the major players in the piano industry.

Piano market in Asia-Pacific is estimated at 458.2 thousand units, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. China accounts for more than 35% of the global piano sales. The overall industry has witnessed several major changes in the past few years such as capacity expansions as a result of refurbishment of the public sector. Several international players are shifting their base to Asia-Pacific, as the region provides several cost benefits including lower production costs. On the other hand, various Japanese manufacturers have increased their focus on the price resilient upper end markets by manufacturing products utilizing their avant-garde production technologies. Novelty of the digital piano caught up with the imagination of the users, increasing the demand for electronic pianos. World digital piano market is expected to register a CAGR of 1.15% over the period 2000-2010. Manufacturers of conventional pianos are therefore facing a tough competition from the emerging digital piano manufacturers.

Factors such as price sensitivity, shifting consumer interest towards athletics, environment sensitivity of the pianos and increasing number of label imposters are negatively affecting the market.

The report titled "Musical Instruments (Pianos): A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends and factors influencing the market, competition, musical instrument overview, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study provides market analytics in terms of volume sales for the United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America for the period 2000-2015. Product segments analyzed include Acoustic Pianos (Grand and Upright), Electronic Player and Digital Piano.

Market participants include Baldwin Piano & Organ, Casio Computer, Guangzhou Pearl River Piano, Kawai Musical Instruments, Petrof Spol, Roland Corporation, Samick Musical Instruments, Steinway Musical Instruments, Yamaha Corp, Kemble & Company and Young Chang.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Musical_Instruments_Pianos_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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SACHEM Offers Displacement Chromatography e-Learning Program

Program Enables Scientists to Understand and Evaluate Benefits of Displacement Chromatography

AUSTIN, Texas (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) April 24, 2008 -- SACHEM announces the availability of a free displacement chromatography e-Learning program. With the growing popularity of SACHEM’s Expell™, Isolis™ and Propell™ displacers, SACHEM is offering customers and scientists worldwide the ability to access information, learn about and explore displacement chromatography at their convenience.

The customized interactive, simulation-based program enables users to gain a deeper understanding of displacement chromatography. In addition, the program offers tips and techniques on utilizing SACHEM’s displacers to achieve optimal benefits and results with displacement chromatography.

“Displacement chromatography is very useful in protein purification, oligonucleotide purification, quality assurance, biocomparability, and process control. As chromatographers we want to understand available purification tools and how to pick the best one for our specific applications,” commented Dr. Barry Haymore, Director of New Technology at SACHEM. SACHEM’s online program guides users through the simple displacement procedure allowing them to understand a series of operating parameters. By illustrating critical choices in setting up a successful displacement chromatography experiment, users gain a basic understanding of the technology, and apply and optimize displacement chromatography more efficiently in the lab or plant.

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.

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Partners In Technology Announces Version 2.0 of Integration Between Sage MAS 90 and Visual Shop

The real-time, bi-directional integration brings the power of Sage MAS 90 general ledger and reporting to manufacturing companies using Visual Shop job shop management software.

Wheaton, IL (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Partners In Technology (www.partners-in-tech.com), a leading provider of IT consulting services and automated business management solutions from Sage Software, announced availability of the latest version of their real-time, bi-directional integration between Sage MAS 90 and Visual Shop. Version 2.0 introduces new features that include automated bank reconciliation as well as multi-company and multi-plant functionality.

The integration between Sage MAS 90 and Visual Shop combines powerful job shop management software with sophisticated financial reporting and general ledger functionality that delivers an end-to-end software solution to companies in the heat treating, finishing, painting, galvanizing, NDT, and coating industries.

The integration dynamically ties the Visual Shop system with Sage MAS 90 or MAS 200 without the need for an import/export routine, thus eliminating errors and unnecessary duplicate data entry. The bi-directional link writes data to and from the Visual Shop SQL database in real-time so reports are quickly and readily available. These applications work together to deliver advanced financial management features including flexible accounting periods, multi-company consolidation, the ability to maintain non-financial information, comprehensive search criteria, easy account number merge and renumbering, allocation entries, and the ability to analyze business data in the form of bar charts and graphs.

According to Merilyn Van Zwieten, Chief Operating Officer at Partners In Technology, "Building on the fantastic success of version 1.0, the new version of our integration introduces automated bank reconciliation features along with multi-company and multi-plant functionality...both of which were added based on customer request." She adds, "We've been working diligently for several months to make the integration more powerful and easier to use and think that we've accomplished that objective with this new release."

According to Karen Rossini of K & L Anodizing Corporation, long-time customer of Partners In Tech, "The Visual Shop MAS 90 link saves us time and eliminates the possibility of errors. It's a great tool to have."

Visit www.partners-in-tech.com/MAS-90-visual-shop-link.html to learn more about the integration between Sage MAS 90 and Visual Shop.

About Partners in Technology
For more than 10 years, Partners In Technology has led the way in implementing and supporting automated business management solutions. Based in Illinois and serving clients throughout the Chicagoland area and the Continental United States, Partners In Technology is a Sage Software Authorized Business partner (and Master Developer) that implements and supports Sage MAS 90, Sage MAS 200, Sage FAS Fixed Assets, and Sage CRM SalesLogix. With a range of front office and back office solutions - including accounting, payroll, fixed asset management, customer relationship management, and e-commerce software - Partners In Technology offers award-winning products and services that have revolutionized the way companies do business in today's marketplace.

Visit us on the web at www.partners-in-tech.com.

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Insight Services Applies Navy Filter Debris Technology to Industrial Equipment

Insight Services, a supplier of condition monitoring services for industrial equipment, announced a new service to extract and analyze equipment wear debris in industrial filters. Insight is commercializing a process the U.S. Navy has successfully applied for years in predicting bearing failure on Navy jets. This promising and exciting development is now being offered to the industrial market to help predict the health of their critical machinery and avoid expensive downtime.

(PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Insight's new Filter Debris Analysis (FDA) service involves a technique that back flushes the filter to extract the particulate debris buried in the filter. The removed debris passes through a sensor designed to count and size a representative sample of the particulates. Additionally, a filter patch is prepared containing a representative sample of the particulate debris contained in the filter. This patch is then analyzed by XRF spectroscopy to determine the specific elemental composition of the filter debris.

Wear debris analysis provides early indication of machinery failure by pinpointing component wear. "With increasingly fine filtration, more debris is trapped in the filter and less remains in the lube oil system," explains Dan Richards, President of Insight Services. "This is great for keeping the system clean, but conventional oil analysis is no longer enough to predict failure. It needs to be supplemented by FDA."

FDA can trace its roots to the U.S. military where GasTOPS, a major supplier of technology development services to the U.S. military, refined and commercialized a systematic and repeatable process for the Navy to wash filters and capture wear debris for further qualitative and quantitative analysis. Insight Services is partnering with GasTOPS to bring to the industrial market the same FDA service the military has successfully utilized. "While developed for the military, this advanced technology can also bring great value to the industrial marketplace," believes Dr. Karen Cassidy, President of GasTOPS.

Since 1988 Insight Services has provided advance warning of imminent equipment failures in industrial facilities across the country. "Filter Debris Analysis will allow us to provide to our industrial customers a whole new level of advance diagnostics related to their critical rotating equipment," shares Daniel Richards. "What GasTOPS has been able to deliver to their military customers is quite impressive and we expect similar results in the industrial sector."

About Insight Services, Inc.:
Insight Services, based in Cleveland, OH, has been providing oil analysis and wear debris analysis services for over 20 years. They service industrial customer in the power, chemical, steel and other 24/7 industrial process facilities throughout North and South America.

About GasTOPS:
GasTOPS is a recognized world leader in developing condition assessment solutions in Defense, Aviation, Marine, Energy and Transportation applications. For more than 25 years the company has supplied innovative fluid sensing and analysis solutions and specialized engineering and technical services for advanced machinery monitoring and maintenance systems.

SOURCE: Insight Services, Inc.
Web Site: http://testoil.com

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Epicor Honours Force 9 Business Solutions With Prestigious Greenhorn Award at their Partners Awards Ceremony

Epicor Corporation Awards Force 9 Business Solutions the Prestigious Greenhorn Award for International Partners. This award is provided exclusively for new partners who have achieved significant success with Epicor solutions in their market.

Bristol, UK (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Force 9 Business Solutions today announced that they were honoured at the recent Epicor Partners Award Ceremony, receiving the Prestigious Greenhorn Award for International Partners. This award is provided exclusively for new partners who have achieved significant success with Epicor solutions in their market .

"We are delighted to recognise the success that Force 9 Business Solutions have achieved in their first year as an Epicor Business Partner" said Harry Mowat, Director of Channel Sales for Epicor in EMEA. "They have demonstrated excellent skill in helping our joint customers transition to Epicor's enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, which enables them to take full advantage of the latest generation of technology available."

"We feel very thrilled to be given such a prestigious award", commented Derek Sanderson, managing director of Force 9. "Achieving this level of success, among Epicor partners outside of the USA, is no small feat and is a testament to our team's commitment to helping our customers. Utilising our many man-years of experience in implementing ERP systems, we have unparalleled skills in helping organisations through the complex and sometimes risky process of the migration of their core business system."

Notes to the Editors

About Epicor Software Corporation
Epicor is a global leader dedicated to providing integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM), supply chain management (SCM) and professional services automation (PSA) software solutions to midmarket companies and divisions of the Global 1000. Founded in 1984, Epicor serves over 20,000 customers in more than 140 countries, providing solutions in over 30 languages. Employing innovative service-oriented architecture (SOA) and Web services technology, Epicor delivers end-to-end, industry-specific solutions for manufacturing, distribution, retail, hospitality and services that enable companies to drive increased efficiency, improve performance and build competitive advantage. Epicor solutions provide the scalability and flexibility to meet today's business challenges, while empowering enterprises for even greater success tomorrow. Epicor offers a comprehensive range of services with its solutions, providing a single point of accountability to promote rapid return on investment and low total cost of ownership. Epicor's worldwide headquarters are located in Irvine, California with offices and affiliates around the world. For more information, visit www.epicor.com.

About Force 9 Business Solutions
Force 9 Business Solutions was formed in 2006 by a team of highly experienced business and technical consultants who between them have hundreds of man years experience in implementing ERP (Executive Resource Planning) System in the manufacturing and distribution sectors. They are dedicated to providing their customers with smooth and risk free transitions from their current system to Epicor Corporation's highly regarded Vantage System.

For more information, visit http://www.f9solutions.com

For a high resolution image of Force 9 receiving their award visit http://www.f9solutions.com/company/pressreleases/Epicor_Award.tif

Epicor is a registered trademark of Epicor Software Corporation. Other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners.

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Miles Fiberglass & Composites Adds Large Vacuum Thermoforming Capabilities

Miles Fiberglass and Composites, located in Portland, OR, recently installed a thermoforming machine capable of processing molds as large as 110" x 110". This machine is the largest one of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. Thermoforming is faster and more cost effective than open molding and parts can be modified quickly and easily. Using this vacuum thermoforming process gives Miles Fiberglass and Composites the ability to adapt the strength and flexibility requirements to match the application.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Miles Fiberglass and Composites of Oregon has recently installed a thermoforming machine capable of processing molds as large as 110" x 110". This is the largest thermoforming machine of its type in the Pacific Northwest. This process is faster and more cost effective than open molding and is a welcome addition to the Miles Fiberglass facility. When compared to open molding, thermoforming has a faster tooling process, can be modified quickly, and parts can be produced faster. Using this vacuum thermoforming process also gives Miles Fiberglass the ability to adapt the strength and flexibility requirements to match the application.

Miles Fiberglass can turn parts from start to finish in as little as three weeks using their thermoforming process. "We have the ability to do everything from novelty parts to industrial and structural parts," says Lori Luchak, President of Miles Fiberglass and Composites, "and we are excited about the additional flexibility of the vacuum thermoforming process. To view some of the custom work Miles Fiberglass has done in the past please visit Miles Fiberglass and Composites.

Benefits of Vacuum Thermoforming
Thermoformed parts have a superior finish to traditional fiberglass and allow for wider material and color choices. Overall aesthetics are superior when using vacuum thermoforming because it uses a combination of heat pressure and vacuum pressure to form precise details and intricate undercuts. Other design advantages include molded in vents and ribs, textured surfaces, and various part sizes. Also, thermoforming machines give you the ability to quickly and inexpensively modify parts as needed.

About Miles Fiberglass & Composites Inc.
Founded in 1963, Miles Fiberglass and Composites is a family owned corporation with plants in Oregon City and Portland, OR. MFC has over 45 years of experience in the fiberglass and composites industry.

Miles Fiberglass & Composites, Inc. has grown to produce a variety of products using open molding, vacuum bagging, press molding, and resin transfer molding (RTM) processes. Miles Fiberglass & Composites, Inc. originally manufactured products such as air conditioning unit covers and canoes. Now, the company has expanded its capabilities to be able to produce one-of-a-kind, custom-made items.

Contact Miles Fiberglass & Composites to find out more about thermoform molding and their other fiberglass and composite manufacturing capabilities.

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Mind Over Machines an Authorized Partner for Sage MAS 500 and Accellos (formerly Radio Beacon)

Sage Software Authorized Partner strengthens offering with solutions for enterprise manufacturers and distributors.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- Mind Over Machines today announced the company is now authorized to sell, implement, and support the Sage MAS 500 ERP product line and the Accellos Warehouse Management System (WMS) solution. The new offerings allow Mind Over Machines to deliver comprehensive manufacturing and distribution solutions to small to mid-sized enterprise companies.

"Adding the Sage MAS 500 and Accellos product lines to our offerings is a strategic move for us that will have definitive benefits for our clients," said Lloyd Smith, president of Mind Over Machines. "The expansion of our product offerings allows us to reach companies and industries seeking enterprise manufacturing and distribution solutions based on market-leading architecture. We already enjoy a strong, long-standing relationship with Sage Software, so Sage MAS 500 is a natural extension for us."

Sage MAS 500 is a complete enterprise management solution, including a core of unmatched financial accounting software, plus integrated business intelligence, order processing, distribution, and manufacturing components. Accellos (formerly Radio Beacon) integrates with several ERP solutions, including Sage MAS 500 and Sage Accpac ERP, delivering sophisticated warehouse management tools including radio frequency picking and receiving, smart routing, advanced replenishment, and Web dispatch.

"We are very excited to have Mind Over Machines join the Sage MAS 500 reseller program at Sage Software," said Angela Thomas, regional sales manager at Sage Software. "Their background as an ERP solution provider and their extensive expertise in solving business issues through the use of technology will add a tremendous strength to our program in Texas. In the time I've worked with the team at Mind Over Machines, I've been impressed with their commitment and attention to customer satisfaction. It's a pleasure to welcome them to the Sage MAS 500 family!"

"We are pleased to welcome Mind Over Machines to the Accellos family," said Joel Kremke, chief operating officer for Accellos. "Mind Over Machines holds a leadership position in the market for manufacturing and distribution solutions on the Sage MAS 500 and Sage Accpac ERP platforms. They have well established relationships within the verticals they serve. We look forward to working together to help bring innovative and cost-effective warehouse management solutions to Sage MAS 500 users."

About Mind Over Machines
Mind Over Machines delivers accounting and business management solutions to companies specializing in wholesale-distribution, e-commerce, manufacturing, and professional and mechanical services. As a Sage Software Select Partner, we specialize in the Sage MAS 500, Sage Accpac ERP, SageCRM and Abra HRMS product families. From offices in Austin, Dallas and San Antonio, the Mind Over Machines staff of dedicated professionals carries out the company's commitment to high-quality results and customer satisfaction. Learn more at www.mindovercorp.com or by calling (866) 990-3994.

About Sage Software
Sage Software supports the needs, challenges and dreams of nearly 2.8 million small and medium-sized business customers in North America through easy-to-use, scalable and customizable software and services. Our products support accounting, operations, customer relationship management, human resources, time tracking, merchant services and the specialized needs of the construction, distribution, healthcare, manufacturing, nonprofit and real estate industries. Sage Software is a subsidiary of The Sage Group plc, a leading global supplier of business management software and services to small and medium-sized businesses. Formed in 1981, Sage was floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989. Sage Group now has 5.5 million customers and employs over 13,900 people worldwide. For more information, please visit the web site at www.sagesoftware.com or call (866) 308-2378.

About Accellos, Inc.
Accellos is a global provider of logistics, warehouse, 3PL, transportation and mobile fleet management solutions. Accellos addresses the supply chain management and execution market with warehouse management systems for multiple environments; Microsoft Windows-based transportation management solutions; and in-field mobile resource management solutions. Accellos' powerful supply-chain execution solutions are easy to customize and implement, providing our customers with more innovation for less investment while producing significant savings and greater profitability.

Through a culture of innovation, Accellos strikes the perfect balance of customer satisfaction, employee fulfillment and shareholder value, delivering greater profitability and rapid return on investment for our customers, and accelerated logistics and warehousing services for the clients they serve. For more information, or visit www.accellos.com.

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DRI-STEEM Announces New XTR Electrode Steam Humidifier

DRI-STEEM's new XTR Electrode Steam Humidifier is fully automatic with low maintenance, and sized for homes and smaller office and clinic facilities.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Now there is a fully automatic and low-maintenance steam humidifier sized perfectly for homes and smaller office and clinic facilities -- the XTR Electrode Steam Humidifier. Homeowners and smaller-facility owners can now benefit from the reliability and peace-of-mind DRI STEEM quality guarantees.

The XTR humidifier generates steam in a disposable, plastic cylinder and disperses steam into ducts through a dispersion tube, or into open and finished spaces using a steam blower. DRI-STEEM's proven dispersion systems guarantee steam absorption within defined distances for safe, drip-free operation.

Contractors will especially appreciate the range of output capacities available with just one humidifier model, achieved by changing the single-phase voltage:

At 120V, capacity is 4 lbs/hr
At 208V, capacity is 7.1 lbs/hr
At 240V, capacity 8.1 lbs/hr

XTR humidifiers operate automatically. When the humidity level drops, the humidifier automatically makes steam. At the end of humidification season, the humidifier drains automatically after it has been idle for 72 hours.

XTR humidifiers are very easy to maintain -- just replace the affordable plastic cylinder. All water impurities and minerals remain in the cylinder; there are no messy evaporator pads, and no tanks to clean.

Low up-front costs, minimal maintenance requirements, and efficient steam production make the XTR Electrode Steam Humidifier one of the most affordable humidifiers to buy and operate.

To learn more about DRI-STEEM's XTR humidifier, visit http://www.dristeem.com/products_electric_XTR.jsp or call 1-800-328-4447.

DRI-STEEM. The humidification experts. Visit us at www.dristeem.com

DRI-STEEM designs and manufactures humidification systems to meet the unique requirements of commercial, residential, health care, industrial, and process-critical applications worldwide.

DRI-STEEM's reputation as the humidification industry leader is the result of over 40 years of product excellence, innovation, and responsive customer service.

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Comprehensive Warehouse Solutions Available on Miner Corporation's Revamped Website

Companies from Pepsi to PetSmart now have a definitive online resource for all of their warehouse and distribution channel needs with http://www.minercorp.com, which features improved user interface, brand messaging and online sales tools.

San Antonio, TX (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Companies from Pepsi to PetSmart now have a definitive online resource for all of their warehouse and distribution channel needs with http://www.minercorp.com -- Miner Corporation's re-designed website. Ranked as one of the fastest growing privately-held companies in North America by Inc. Magazine, Miner Corporation evolved from a small company focused on warehouse parts sales and service to a national partner of Fortune 1000 companies by providing comprehensive solutions that drive down ownership costs while improving job site safety.

Designed by award-winning communication design firm Toolbox Studios and initiated by Miner consultant Erik Darmstetter of Sales by 5, the new website conveys the full breadth and depth of Miner's offerings as a comprehensive solution provider for the warehouse equipment industry.

Miner's largest marketing challenge--to position itself as the indispensable warehouse operations, data management and asset management partner to businesses of all sizes--evolved as a product of its success: Miner built its reputation in the industry by offering superior service via a sophisticated, national call center and, less than a decade later, became the go-to company for critical warehouse equipment sales and maintenance. As the company quietly grew into a full-scale, comprehensive solution provider offering world-class sales and service, fleet management, data mining and design-build expertise, Miner's management decided to showcase the complete range of capabilities via its Web presence.

Miner's new positioning is apparent on the home page where users are greeted by rotating banner messages highlighting Miner's commitment to expedient service. Miner's solutions are organized by target market and include Fortune 1000 retailers, specialty retailers, manufacturers, distributors, architects, developers and general contractors. The site features an interactive model of a warehouse allowing users to quickly identify the part they need and drill deeper to find detailed information about a complete line of dock, door, warehouse and materials handling equipment for all retail and warehouse applications.

Building on its reputation for top-notch service and safety, Miner's new site makes customer service requests easier than ever before. The new site enables current customers to quickly request service 24/7 through a simple online request form backed up by Miner's Superior Service Guarantee: Same-day response, 24-hour solution turn-around, available 24/7/365, and a 12-month warranty on parts and service. Each year, the Miner safety network is responsible for the emergency response to more than 30,000 service requests for more than 100,000 pieces of equipment.

About Miner Corporation
Miner Corporation is a single-source provider of sales, service and maintenance of retail and warehousing equipment for Fortune 1000 companies. Miner's comprehensive asset management solutions reduce equipment ownership costs and improve job site safety. With over 2,000 service professionals located throughout North America, Miner is the authority in materials handling equipment. www.minercorp.com

About Toolbox Studios, Inc.
Toolbox Studios is an award winning communication design firm that specializes in delivering creative solutions for highly complex marketing challenges. Toolbox offers strategy, design and execution services all under one roof, specializing in sports events, youth media, food and beverage, financial services, healthcare and corporate branding. Employing some of the most creative, award-winning minds in the industry, Toolbox is also uniquely staffed and equipped to execute any concept in virtually any medium--from podcast to broadcast, from outdoor boards to banner ads, from Web design to web press. For more information, visit: www.toolboxstudios.com

About Sales by 5
Sales By 5 CEO & Founder, Erik Darmstetter, has a successful track record of increasing sales with creative ideas and expert execution for companies and events. For more information, visit: www.salesby5.com

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Ventureforth Names Pat Rudolph Head of Global Sales

Industry Veteran Brings More Than 20 Years Experience in Enterprise Networking, Software Architecture, and Sales

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Ventureforth, Inc. today announced that Pat Rudolph has joined the company as Vice President of Global Sales. Based at Ventureforth's headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Rudolph is responsible for developing Ventureforth's worldwide direct sales and channel programs.

"Under Pat's leadership our intent is to accelerate growth in the enterprise marketplace," said Charles Farnell, Ventureforth's president and CEO. "Pat brings broad enterprise sales and technical experience, including direct customer touch and channel management, and will help us penetrate key markets and accounts."

Prior to joining Ventureforth, Rudolph was the Vice President of Technology at 3Com Corporation, where he was responsible for technology and sales strategies to provide converged communication applications to the enterprise space. Prior to 3Com, he was Director of Global Strategic Technology at CommWorks Corporation. Rudolph has also held a number of senior sales and technical positions at GE Capital IT Solutions and Inacom.

About Ventureforth, Inc.
Founded in 1994, Ventureforth is a global leader in mobilizing the workforce. By combining industry-leading technology solutions and best practices, our mobile computing, integration and business intelligence solutions deliver real-world, quantifiable value.

Today, the company continues evolving its mobile technology, integration products and business intelligence solutions to help organizations mobilize their workforces.

Our customers span every industry, from multi-national corporations to mid-sized businesses. They also span the globe. Ventureforth has headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, USA and offices in the United Kingdom. For more information about Ventureforth, visit their website at http://www.ventureforth.com

Contact: Jim Bartels
Tel: 770-451-8045 x103

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Risk Management: Best Practices for Medical Device Profitability -- FDAnews and Industry Directions Launch New Study

FDAnews and Industry Directions Inc., in close association with research analysis partner Cambashi Ltd, today invited medical device manufacturers to respond to a new survey on current industry challenges and practices.

(PRWEB) April 24, 2008 -- FDAnews and Industry Directions Inc., in close association with research analysis partner Cambashi Ltd, today invited medical device manufacturers to respond to a new survey on current industry challenges and practices. The survey asks about company objectives, business processes and practices, information systems and applications, and performance.

The research team is seeking responses from all companies in the medical device industry -- of all sizes, all classes of devices, and in every geographic region. The initial online survey is open for industry response from now until early May. All responses will be aggregated to formulate report findings. Individual responses will remain strictly confidential.

The results of this survey will be released at the Fifth Annual Medical Device Quality Congress June 25-27 in Cambridge, MA in a special session on the research, Risk Management: Best Practices for Medical Device Profitability. This research ties in closely with this year's conference theme, Leading the Way to Better Performance With Quality Systems Compliance.

The study findings will be used by medical device manufacturers and others serving the industry to improve their performance and reduce business risk. The study will assess and identify opportunities for streamlining practices so manufacturers can achieve quality and regulatory compliance while increasing profit and growth.

The online survey is available at: http://www.surveymethods.com/EndUser.aspx?F4D0BCA5F6BEA6A6 or through www.fdanews.com or www.industrydirections.com. The survey is open to medical device manufacturers of all sizes worldwide. All survey respondents will receive a copy of the public findings report when it is released.

The research has been sponsored by five co-sponsor companies - all of whom are active in the Medical Device sector. The analysis will be completed by Cambashi Ltd. and the report will be prepared independently by Industry Directions, which retains full editorial control.

The five co-sponsor companies underwriting the effort provide deep and diverse expertise in medical devices practices and provide production, quality, compliance, document management, and enterprise software to the industry. These companies are working together to increase the medical device market's understanding of how to reduce risks and improve compliance and profitability. Research sponsors for the study are: Camstar Systems (www.camstar.com ), IBS America (www.ibs-us.com), IQMS (www.iqms.com), MasterControl (www.mastercontrol.com) and Pilgrim Software (www.pilgrimsoftware.com).

About FDAnews
FDAnews publishes domestic and international regulatory, legislative and business news and information for executives in industries regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Pharmaceutical and medical device professionals rely on FDAnews' print and electronic newsletters, books, management reports and conferences to stay in compliance with international standards and FDA's complex and ever-changing regulations to get their products to market faster and boost profits. FDAnews brings you the knowledge you need, when you need it. To learn more, visit: fdanews.com

About Industry Directions
Industry Directions is an industry analyst firm that conducts research on the business processes and enabling technologies used in manufacturing value networks in specific vertical industries. Areas of focus include supply chain, business-to-business, production, lean and other improvement initiatives, enterprise management, product life-cycle management and performance management. To learn more, visit: industrydirections.com

About Cambashi Ltd.
Cambashi, based in Cambridge UK, provides independent research and analysis of the business reasons to use IT in industry worldwide. It specializes in engineering and enterprise applications and the infrastructure to enable industrial firms to use IT effectively. Cambashi publishes market size estimates in the engineering applications market observatory. Its clients vary in size from small to large and include most of the leading software vendors and many pioneering IT users. Cambashi is a member of CATN, an international association of consultants. To learn more, visit: cambashi.com

Contacts:

FDAnews
Matt Salt
(703) 538-7600
msalt @ fdanews.com

Industry Directions
Julie Fraser
(508) 362-3480
jfraser @ industrydirections.com

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Automotive Brakes and Clutches Market to Reach $72.2 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Marred by depressed business conditions in the automobile industry, and recession in the United States, global sales of automotive brakes and clutches are projected to inch up to $72.2 billion by the year 2010. Although the market is mature, new systems such as electronic stability control (ESC) and brake by wire are expected to pep up growth.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- As the market recovers poise, the steady conversion in the automobile industry from conventional systems to advanced electronic systems is forecast to help prop up growth in the upcoming years. The brake sector is one of the largest markets in the overall automotive parts industry. For a long time, the most common brake systems have been drum brakes and disc brakes. However new systems such as electronic stability control (ESC) and brake by wire are expected to keep the market sufficiently kindled. Brake-by-wire (BBW), a new technology is expected to revolutionize the market by providing safer braking and eliminating massive hydraulic technology. Advancements in this segment include anti-lock braking system (ABS), emergency-braking assistance (EBA), which are relatively young in the market. In the case of new technology introduction, Europe is ahead of North America largely due to greater appreciation and more willingness to pay for advanced technologies.

Europe, one of the three major vehicle markets of the industrial world, is seeing shifts in automotive transmission technologies. Despite facing strong resistance from consumers, automatic transmissions are advancing in terms of market share, particularly in the northern region. One technology that is expected to face little consumer resistance and offers the best of both worlds is dual-clutch technology. Dual-clutch gearbox is described by the terms such as power shift gearbox, direct shift gearbox, and twin clutch gearbox. The technology integrates the benefits of a conventional manual transmission with features of a novel automatic transmission.

Europe represents the largest automotive brakes and clutches market, with value sales of almost $20.4 billion estimated in the year 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Automotive Brakes Market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach $15.0 billion by the year 2015, while Automotive Clutches Market in Europe is projected to grow at a CAGR of 0.22% over the years 2011through 2015. Within the brakes product group, foundation brakes represent the largest and the most mature, particularly in the developed world. Electronic brake systems market is expected to exhibit strong growth over the years 2011 through 2015. These systems are slowly eating into the share of foundation brakes.

Leading players in the worldwide automotive brakes and clutches market include Advics Co. Ltd, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Akebono Brake Industry Co. Ltd, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, BorgWarner Inc, Brembo S.P.A, Continental Automotive Systems, Dana Corporation, Delphi Corporation, Exedy Corporation, Getrag Corporate Group, Haldex AB, Honeywell International Inc, Knorr-Bremse AG, Lamellen and Kupplungsbau GmbH & Co, Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems, Nisshinbo Industries Inc., Robert Bosch GmbH, TRW Automotive, Valeo SA and F.C.C. Co. Ltd, among others.

The report titled "Automotive Brakes and Clutches: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides detailed analyses and coverage of the US, Canada, Europe (including France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World markets. The report highlights major issues and trends, market challenges, and competition in the automotive brakes and clutches market. Key product segments analyzed include Brakes (Foundation Brakes, Electronic Brake Systems (Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC)), and Brake by Wire) and Clutches.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Automotive_Brakes_And_Clutches_Market_Report.asp.

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

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Telephone 408-528-9966
Fax 408-528-9977
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World Metal Matrix Composites Market to Exceed $271 Million by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

High strength and stiffness are the major factors propelling the demand for composite materials. With innovations taking place, the market is expected to register substantial demand for applications in various sectors. World market for Metal Matrix Composites is projected to reach in excess of $271 billion by 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- In the modern world, metal composite materials have become an essential application part in civil engineering projects, fiberglass, etc. Rapid adoption of MMCs is attributed to their constant development in terms of such characteristics that are hard to find in alloys or metals. The cost-effective materials fill the gap of material requirement left by monolithic materials. The advanced materials offer increased strength (tensile & yield), wear resistance, stiffness, corrosion resistance, low thermal elongation, and thermal shock resistance.

World metal matrix composites market is all set for an above average growth over the 2001-2010 period, as stated by recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific (inclusive of Japan) is forecast as the fastest growing region, exhibiting a CAGR of 8% over 2001-2010, while the United States will continue to maintain its dominating presence in the global metal matrix composites market, with a share estimated at 36% for 2008.

In terms of product segment, refractory metal matrix composites market is anticipated to offer high growth potential with a CAGR of over 8% during 2001-2010. The segment is also the largest, accounting for an estimated share of 62% for 2008. aluminum matrix composites market is projected to exceed $68 million by 2010.

Among the various end-use industries for metal matrix composites, ground transportation market, with a share estimated at 57% for 2008, forms the largest, while the aerospace market is expected to emerge as the fastest, with a CAGR of 7% over 2001-2010. Other end-use industries analyzed include electronics/thermal management market, industrial market and other markets (including consumer products and defense sectors).

Metal matrix composites act as a perfect solution for several engineering tasks, where increased stiffness, strength, temperature, conductivity, and low weight are pre-requisites. Cost plays an important role in the growth of MMCs, as their production involves processing of pre-established metals with reinforcements. Despite its small market size, global metal matrix composites have become an important element for many technologies. Market players either are specialized in specific product categories or use particular production process or material. Rising power demand combined with the need for uninterrupted power supply is expected to propel the market for MMCs. In addition, reductions in production costs of MMCs would also boost demand in the transportation sector. The market is likely to further receive positive response from non-aerospace and non-transportation sectors, if the industry effectively promotes the product by highlighting its benefits.

Key industry participants profiled in the report include 3M Company, ADMA Products, Inc., Aerospace Metal Composites Limited, Ametek Specialty Metal Products, Brush Engineered Materials Inc, Ceradyne, Inc., CPS Technologies Corporation, Ceramic Protection Corporation, Composite Technology Corporation, DWA Aluminum Composites, Deutsche Edelstahlwerke GmbH, Electrovac AG, FMW Composite Systems, Inc., Foster-Miller, Inc., Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Hitachi Metals, Ltd., Metal Matrix Cast Composites LLC, MI-Tech Metals Inc., PLANSEE Thermal Management Solutions, Talon Composites LLC and Thermal Transfer Composites LLC.

The report titled "Metal Matrix Composites: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. discusses the prevailing trends, issues, demand forecasts, and activities that affect the industry. The metal matrix composites market is analyzed in $ Million by the following geographic regions - United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific (including Japan), and Rest of World. The study also enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activity.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Metal_Matrix_Composites_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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World Specialty Paper Additives Market to Reach $8.26 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

World market for specialty paper additives is forecast to reach $8.26 billion by the year 2010. The market is mature in most of the developed nations such as North America, Japan and Western Europe. Challenges additionally abound in the form of electronic media, and the drive to reduce paper usage in favor of electronic documents and networking.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Increased use of scanners, PC networks, optical storage devices, e-mails and fax modems connected to PCs are heralding the change towards a paperless office. The consequences of these trends are forecasted to have a negative impact on pulp and paper industry and consequently decelerate demand for specialty paper additives/chemicals in the long run. Recycling has become the most remarkable feature of the paper industry, creating a huge market for recycled fibers and consequently demand for specialty paper additives.

Global use of recycled fiber has being prompted by various factors such as price competitiveness of secondary fiber against virgin fiber, and strength of the global environmental movement that exerts direct and indirect influences on paper recovery in many countries. In Japan and Europe, about 50% of fibers come from recycled wastepaper, mainly due to inadequate supply of low-cost virgin fiber and environmental regulations that place greater importance on minimizing wastage. However, the increased use of recycled fibers that inherently hold poorer strength than virgin fibers drive growth for specialty paper chemicals such as wet and dry strength additives, sizes, retention and drainage control aids and deinking specialties.

The shift from acidic to alkaline papermaking process has become a global phenomenon, with a large number of mills incorporating the change. The impact of conversion to alkaline papermaking has been reduced to a large extent, since several printing and writing paper manufacturing companies have already adopted the trend. Other companies that have not shifted to alkaline papermaking are contemplating the switchover, due to advances in neutral sizing technology. Paper manufacturers prefer to shift to alkaline or neutral paper making processes due to better paper composition, and buffering capacity of carbonate-based fillers. The shift towards alkaline paper manufacturing precludes the possibility of using rosin, a naturally occurring acidic internal sizing agent. Presently, the world Specialty Paper Additives market is forecast to maintain a steady growth over the period 2001 through 2010. Demand for Binders in the United States is forecast to reach $992.31 million by the year 2012. Pitch/Control Agents market, in Europe is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.40% over the period 2011 through 2015.

Major players operating in the industry include Arakawa Chemical Industries Ltd, BASF SE, Buckman Laboratories International Inc, Ciba Specialty Chemicals Holding Inc, The Dow Chemical Company, Eka Chemicals AB, Harima Chemicals, Inc., Hercules Inc., Kemira Oyj, Nalco Company, Seiko PMC Corporation and Sumitomo Chemical Company Ltd.

The report titled "Specialty Paper Additives": A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., presents detailed analyses and coverage of the US, Japan and Europe. Product segments independently analyzed include Binders, Defoamers, Sizes, Wet-Strength Additives, Dry-Strength Additives, Pitch/Control Agents, Retention & Drainage Aids and Biocides.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Speciality_Paper_Additives_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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Global Industrial and Specialty Gases Market to Reach 8,958 Billion Cubic Feet by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven by growing demand for hydrogen and oxygen, the world industrial and specialty gases market is projected to reach 8,958 billion cubic feet by the year 2010. The industry is largely unaffected by industrial cycles owing to its characteristic long-term contracts, and thus reflects stable opportunities, without any radical changes.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Emerging applications of industrial & specialty gases such as high tech industries are expected to offer higher growth opportunities than conventional end-use industries such as chemical and metal processing industries. Non-conventional end-use industries require sophisticated supplies, which translate into higher margins. Healthcare and environmental remediation applications are also expected to offer high growth opportunities for industrial & specialty gases. Powered by emerging applications, world hydrogen market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.24% over the years 2011 through 2015.

As stated by Global Industry Analysts Inc., the market for Argon in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach 8.22 billion cubic feet by the year 2012. Oxygen market in Europe is projected to exceed 1,147 billion cubic feet by the year 2015. The market for industrial & specialty gases is commoditized and price is the major competitive differentiator. However, opportunities exist for companies with well-established R&D to garner share in new and emerging applications. Specialty gases, which generally find applications in niche segments, offer high margins for companies that can provide the right product mix. Industrial and specialty gases are distributed to markets through cylinders, bulk shipments, and pipeline/tonnage. Cylinders represent the most prominent means of distribution.

Pricing is one of the major issues in the industrial & specialty gases market. Even though the industrial & specialty gases market is oligopolistic in nature, pricing pressures dent the profitability of the players. Pricing is determined by a host of factors, some of which include distribution terms and the duration of the contract, and energy costs involved in both manufacture and distribution. Most of the production is localized to avoid high transportation costs and the competitive bidding for new contracts dents the profit margins for players, especially in the early years of the contract. However, high capital costs, long-term contracts, and strict regulations act as barriers to entry for new players.

Key players dominating the global industrial and specialty gases market include Air Liquide, American Air Liquide Holdings Inc., Air Products and Chemicals Inc, Airgas Inc, Praxair Inc, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, and The Linde Group.

The report titled "Industrial and Specialty Gases: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, industry overview, competitive scenario, key markets, end-use industries, product overview, pricing, modes of delivery, production process, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America by the following product segments - Acetylene, Argon, Carbon Dioxide, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Others.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Industrial_And_Specialty_Gases_Market_Report.asp

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

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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Web Site www.StrategyR.com

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Language Technology Center accelerates Worx connectivity using Clay Tablet 2.0

Language Technology Center chooses Clay Tablet 2.0 to enable connectivity between LTC Worx and LTC Communicator and content management systems. Partnership broadens Clay Tablet's market reach while accelerating LTC's connectivity capabilities.

TORONTO, ON, WASHINGTON DC and LONDON, UK, April 23, 2008 - Clay Tablet Technologies, a provider of unique integration software that connects any content management system (CMS) with any translation system, has signed a channel partner deal with The Language Technology Center (LTC), a leading software developer and language service provider, specializing in the development of workflow and business systems for global companies with multilingual needs.

Under the terms of this deal, LTC will offer the Clay Tablet solution to all their clients worldwide. They will also be able to integrate Clay Tablet into LTC's leading software tools, LTC Worx and LTC Communicator. By implementing Clay Tablet, any LTC client who needs to connect their translation system to a content management system, will be able to do so seamlessly and effortlessly, immediately making a significant improvement in the efficiency of their day-to-day workflow and translation process and creating a hassle-free way to optimize their multilingual processes.

"This is an exciting new partnership for Clay Tablet, as it extends our product availability and reach to include LTC's European, and U.S. clients," said Robinson Kelly, CEO and founder of Clay Tablet Technologies. "Developing our channel community with premier partners such as LTC is key to growing our business, particularly in the dynamic and growing translation system and language service provider markets. LTC's breadth of clients, implemented software solutions and world class professional services makes them an ideal partner for us and we're delighted to be working with them."

"Educating our clients on the latest technologies and enabling them to pursue optimized multilingual processes is a key focus for LTC," said Dr. Adriane Rinsche, Managing Director, LTC, Inc. "Our partnership with Clay Tablet will assist us in offering a more advanced technical solution which underscores how LTC is bringing new technology and translation process efficiencies to our global clients."

"LTC develops innovative workflow solutions that optimize multilingual processes for our corporate and governmental client as well as LSPs," said Dr. Rinsche. "Our focus is on creating the most powerful, adaptable workflow solutions and to integrate with other software to give our users flexibility and choice. A partnership with Clay Tablet was therefore an obvious move. Clay Tablet is an established market leader whose high-quality, easy-to-use software, connects any translation system with any content management system, giving us the ability to optimize and automate end-to-end translation work flow processes, increasing productivity and reducing costs."

About Clay Tablet Technologies

Clay Tablet's unique integration software easily connects any number of content management systems to any translation system. Clients immediately benefit from Clay Tablet with improved translation process efficiency, making it significantly faster and easier to set-up, manage, send and retrieve translation projects. Based in Toronto, Canada, Clay Tablet Technologies works with a global channel partner network of content management and translation technology vendors, translation service providers and system integrators. For more information, visit www.Clay-Tablet.com

About The Language Technology Center

The Language Technology Center (LTC), based in London, England and Washington DC, is a pioneer in the development of powerful, innovative software tools and solutions for multilingual business process optimization, LTC's technology improves productivity and for organizations with multilingual needs including global enterprises, government agencies and language service providers. For more information visit http://www.langtechus.com

For More information, Contact:

Clay Tablet Technologies
Robinson Kelly, CEO
Telephone: (416) 363-4447 ext. 115

Email: rkelly@clay-tablet.com

The Language Technology Center
Tobias Rinsche, VP, LTC, Washington DC
Telephone: (301) 986-8633

Email: tobias.rinsche@langtechus.com

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BlueCielo Acquires CAD & Company's ECM Division

Engineering Content Management specialist strengthens market position with ImandrA product suite

Rijswijk, The Netherlands (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- BlueCielo ECM Solutions, a leading global software company offering Engineering Content Management (ECM) solutions, announced today that it has acquired CAD & Company's ECM division and its ImandrA suite of products - a move which strengthens its market leadership position in Engineering Content Management solutions. For BlueCielo, the acquisition means a strategic expansion of its product portfolio with increased synergy in the areas of product development and internationalization. Selling its ECM division enables CAD & Company to focus completely on delivering, integrating and providing support for its design and ICT solutions for the construction and metal-processing industries.

"The ImandrA product suite and CAD & Company's ECM team represent a strategic extension of our core operations," states Martijn Janmaat, BlueCielo's CEO. "Because ImandrA is based on IBM's FileNet, we will be expanding the acquired activities internationally in collaboration with IBM and specialist partners. The acquisition represents a clear win-win situation for both parties because BlueCielo is fully specialized in developing and marketing ECM solutions internationally, and it enables CAD & Company to devote all its attention to design solutions. Of course we are also very happy with the large ImandrA user group, which includes well-known companies like Arcadis, BAM Groep and Gasunie."

"Because delivering, integrating and providing support for design solutions involves an entirely different line of work than product development and international distribution, I have decided to sell our ECM division to an expert," explains Rob Oud, managing director of CAD & Company. "It will allow the 10-man team to expand the ImandrA operations much more effectively from the basis of an autonomous division and respond to growing international interest. And since BlueCielo has over 20 years of experience, I am confident that both the customers and employees of our ECM division are in good hands."

About BlueCielo ECM Solutions
BlueCielo ECM Solutions provides Engineering Content Management and Application Integration solutions for multiple vertical industries including energy, oil & gas, petrochemical, government, pharmaceutical, and discrete and process manufacturing. BlueCielo has more than two decades of industry experience with over 275,000 users in 50+ countries worldwide. The company has offices in the USA, UK, Russia, Germany and the Netherlands, together with an extensive global network of established partners. BlueCielo ensures a high level of service and support on a truly worldwide scale for its leading software solutions, InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise and InnoCielo TeamWork. For more information, please visit BlueCielo's website, or call (800) 323 2926 ext 111 (Toll-free from USA), +1 404 634 3302 (Americas) or +31 (0)70 413 3700 (EMEA).

About CAD & Company
CAD & Company offers designers, architects, and mechanical and construction engineers the design and drawing solutions they need. The company leverages its knowledge, experience and products that improve the design and drawing process to realize a competitive edge for its customers. With these targeted and effective solutions, CAD & Company increases the efficiency and profitability of over 2,000 customers. The five teams - Building Solutions, ICT Solutions, Mechanical Solutions, the Service Center and the Training Center - specialize in the construction and metal-processing industries and related companies. In the Netherlands, CAD & Company runs branches in Alkmaar, Amsterdam, Boxtel, Emmen and Oosterhout and is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Autodesk Value Added Reseller and Autodesk Authorized Training Center. For more information please visit CAD & Company's website.

BlueCielo, InnoCielo, Cyco and AutoManager are registered trademarks of BlueCielo ECM Solutions. All other brand names, product names or trademarks belong to their respective holders. © 2008 BlueCielo ECM Solutions. All rights reserved.

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Integration Point Expands Presence in Asia

Global Trade Management Software Provider Continues Successful Growth

Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Integration Point®, a provider of real time global trade management solutions, announced its expanded Asian presence with the opening of a new office in Gujarat, India. Integration Point is conducting this expansion in response to the continued market growth in the Asia region.

Integration Point provides a web-based Global Trade Management (GTM) system which allows users to securely access up-to-date global trade content, compliance and connectivity at each point of the supply chain transaction. By integrating critical information from otherwise separate systems such as logistics, ERP, warehouse management and local country databases, Integration Point creates a global trade network connecting multiple members of the trade community electronically to regulatory agencies around the world.

“Web-based Global Trade Management technologies provide a lot of potential to help companies improve efficiency and reduce costs in the global supply chain,” noted Integration Point’s Senior VP of Global Markets, Clay Perry. “There is a clear increase in the demand for our products in Asia, and we are responding to that demand with an increased local presence.”

About Integration Point, Inc.
Integration Point®, Inc.’s Real Time Global Trade Management helps many of the best known companies import and export goods more effectively by providing up-to-date international trade compliance. Integration Point’s solution is a comprehensive suite of fully integrated, web-based software products that provide consistent and secure access to information around the clock including: Import/Export Management, Global Classification, C-TPAT, AEO, Denied Party Screening, Free Trade Agreement qualification and Duty Deferral Program participation. Companies dependent on efficient import/export of goods rely on Integration Point to help them quickly and accurately navigate through the often complex and dynamic requirements of global trade. Contact Integration Point at www.IntegrationPoint.net or 704-576-3678.

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AP Wagner Inc. Acquires Jacoby Appliance Parts

Effective March 18, 2008, AP Wagner Inc. has acquired the assets of Jacoby Appliance Parts, headquartered in Hackensack New Jersey.

Buffalo, New York (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 23, 2008 -- Effective March 18, 2008, AP Wagner Inc. has acquired the assets of Jacoby Appliance Parts, headquartered in Hackensack New Jersey. Jacoby Appliance Parts is a well established appliance parts distributor that serves the wholesale and retail trade with five branch locations in New Jersey, two in New York, and one in Delaware. This acquisition expands AP Wagner’s presence into the key New York City/New Jersey markets.

“With our recent purchase of Jacoby Appliance Parts, AP Wagner continues to solidify its position as one of the leading appliance parts suppliers in the United States,” Rick Essex, CEO of AP Wagner said. “We will continue to provide the excellent services that Jacoby has offered its customers for half a century, while implementing our own premier customer service model.”

“AP Wagner has set new standards for customer service in the appliance parts distribution industry,” said Elliot Jacoby, principal owner and CEO of Jacoby Appliance Parts. “I am proud that our long standing successful family business has become part of such a fine organization.”

Jacoby Appliance Parts has supplied factory authorized parts and accessories for all major brands of home appliances for over 50 years. The company has 50 employees.

Founded in 1928, AP Wagner is one of North America’s largest multi-national distributors of parts and accessories for appliances, vacuum cleaners, consumer electronics and HVAC. The company also provides a fully outsourced parts department solution to over 400 retailers. With the Jacoby Acquisition, AP Wagner now has over 300,000 square feet of combined warehousing space, serving the wholesale, retail, mass merchant, and consumer segments with 300 employees, 23 branch locations, 3 distribution hubs, and 4 call center operations in the U.S. and Canada. AP Wagner is owned by AP Wagner management and Albright Capital Partners LLC.

For More Information:
www.apwagner.com
Christine Smith
716-961-7142
Csmith@apwagner.com

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Global Polyester Market to Reach 31.69 Million Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven by growing polyester consumption in developing Asian countries like China, the global polyester market is projected to reach 31.69 million tons by the year 2010. Apparel and textile markets represent the major end-users of polyester staple fiber and polyester filament yarn

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- World polyester market is fragmented, with top 10 players accounting for a little over one-third of the global polyester market. Of late, installed capacity of polyester rose sharply in Asia-Pacific. This is primarily because manufacturing polyester involves labor-intensive processes, and Asia-Pacific scores an ace in availability of cheap labor, and raw materials when compared to North America and Europe. Asia-Pacific region is the largest and the fastest growing market in the world, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. The market is projected to cross 27.03 million tons by the year 2015.

A major portion of polyester costs is influenced by the volatile prices of raw materials such as paraxylene, PTA, and ethylene glycol. In terms of cost, PTA represents the single largest raw material for polyester manufacture. The textile manufacturing industry worldwide is expected to fare better in the next few years. The stockpiles of the industry, in almost all the segments, are reducing. Production facilities used by the industry are additionally technologically more advanced and efficient. Polyester Filament yarn market in Europe is forecast to reach 3,644 thousand tons by the year 2012, while world Polyester Staple Fiber is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.58% over the period 2011 through 2015.

Key players dominating the global polyester market include Brilen SA, Century Enka Limited, E. I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company, Indo Rama Synthetics, JBF Industries, Kolon Industries, Mitsubishi Chemical, Montefibre S.p.A., Nan Ya Plastics Corp, Performance Fibers Inc, Reliance Industries Ltd, Unifi Inc and Wellman Inc.

The report titled "Polyester: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, industry analysis, product overview, raw materials overview, production process, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World by the following product segments - Filament Yarn and Staple Fiber.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Polyester_Market_Report.asp.

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

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

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Advanced Systems Integration Successfully Implements Microsoft Dynamics AX for Food Specialty Manufacturer

Microsoft Business Ready Licensing Program Enables Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturers Access to Microsoft Dynamics AX Business Software. Advanced Systems Integration announces the success of its recent implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) at Earthrise Nutritionals, a world-leader in the production of microalgae for use in food and dietary supplement (branded as Earthrise Spirulina).

Lake Forest, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) is pleased to announce the success of its recent implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) at Earthrise Nutritionals, a world-leader in the production of microalgae for use in food and dietary supplement (branded as Earthrise Spirulina).

ASi completed the implementation in January of 2008 utilizing the Microsoft Sure Step Methodology. Michael Forte, Senior Consultant of ASi, explains, "This approach along with Microsoft's Business Ready Licensing for its Microsoft Dynamics business software product lines has enabled many smaller and mid-sized businesses and manufacturers the ability to now purchase Microsoft's most comprehensive, scalable and flexible ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX." Business Ready Licensing streamlines pricing for Microsoft Dynamics AX by moving from a pricing model based on hundreds of modules to a new model based primarily on the number of concurrent users who actually use the software.

Earthrise Nutritionals, located in Irvine, CA and with farms and production in the California Sonoran Desert, benefited immediately from the fully integrated ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX. Adrian Hsu, Controller at Earthrise Nutritionals explains, "Our previous legacy system did not allow the visibility and real-time views into production and reporting as the new Microsoft Dynamics AX system."

Mr. Hsu also felt the ease, speed and success of the implementation was directly related to the implementation methodology and experience of ASi. The Microsoft Sure Step Methodology defines process phases, milestones roles, artifacts, cross-phase-processes, and additional project management processes. Earthrise specifically benefited from the structure put in place by both Microsoft and ASi. Mr. Hsu commented, "The timelines and tools provided by ASi and the Microsoft Sure Step Methodology made it easy to keep on schedule and track the project progress even with limited resources and an accelerated implementation timeline."

About ASi: Advanced Systems Integration, Inc. is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics™ AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991 that delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX platform (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta). ASi uses its industry focus, enterprise software domain expertise and transparent agile implementation methodology to provide its clients an enterprise class solution that is implemented properly the first time. ASi is based in Lake Forest, CA and has sales offices strategically located throughout the United States. Please visit the company's web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.

About Earthrise Nutritionals: In 1979, after years of research, Earthrise introduced Spirulina to the natural foods market. Then, in 1982, the visionaries at Earthrise built the first U.S. Spirulina farm to grow this green superfood in pure California desert sunshine using ecological, earth-friendly methods. Today, Earthrise Nutritionals' farm is the world's largest Spirulina farm. Earthrise products are marketed in the USA and in 30 countries on six continents. http://www.earthrise.com/

About Microsoft Dynamics AX: Microsoft Dynamics AX is an adaptable business management solution that enables companies and their workers to make business decisions with greater confidence. Microsoft Dynamics AX works like and with familiar Microsoft Office software, with comprehensive features that help automate and streamline business processes, and connect users with global customers, business partners and subsidiaries in a way that helps drive business success.
http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/ax/default.mspx.

About Microsoft: Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. www.microsoft.com

For more information on this release, please contact:
Lisa Aschenbrenner
Marketing Manager
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.
(949) 597-2170
lisaa(at)advancedsystemsintegration.com

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Global Superhard Materials Market to Cross $15.5 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Growth in manufacturing is expected to drive demand for superhard materials. The global superhard materials market is projected to cross $15.5 billion by the year 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Superhard materials are solids with a hardness value equivalent to or more than 4000 HV 0.05 or 40 GPa. Owing to their incomparable hardness, these materials can scratch, indent or shape any object. North America accounts for nearly 45% of the global superhard materials market, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Cubic boron nitride (CBN)/polycrystalline cubic boron nitride (PCBN) materials offer highest growth. Global CBN/PCBN market is expected to register a CAGR of close to 11% over the period 2001-2010.

Cubic boron nitride/polycrystalline cubic boron nitride market in Europe is estimated at $137 million. Diamonds and CBN are the hardest materials known, and exhibit chemical stability even in high-speed applications. Technological advances and environmental concerns are driving the search for new superhard materials and/or expanding the applications of existing materials. CBN materials are attracting the highest research efforts for finding new applications, as well as reducing down times for maintenance work. Environmental regulations are also driving the demand for CBN materials.

The core technological trends calling for imperative implementations include miniaturization of components and devices, amalgamation of various materials to develop multifunctional components correlated with advanced materials possessing enhanced functionality. Other key trends shaping the market include stringent environment legislations and rising discernment about material recycling, which provide effective use of material and cost-effective manufacturing processes. Companies that can offer new products, which are environment friendly and lower down times for machinery, would be successful in the market. The shifting of manufacturing to developing countries in Asia-Pacific and Latin America also represents a challenge to manufacturers of superhard materials.

The report titled "Superhard Materials: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product overview, competition, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study provides market analytics in value sales for the period 1991-2015, by major geographic regions including North America and Europe. Product segments analyzed include Cemented Carbides, Tool Steels, Ceramics, Diamond and Cubic Boron Nitride / Polycrystalline Cubic Boron Nitride.

Key players dominating the global superhard materials market include Abrasive Technology, Ceradyne, ESK, COI Ceramics, Dennis Tool & Supply, Deutsche Edelstahlwerke, Diamant Boart, Electro Abrasives, Element Six, H.C. Starck, Kennametal, Kyocera Industrial Ceramics, Morgan Technical Ceramics, Mudanjiang Jingangzhuan Boron Carbide, Novatek, Precorp, Sandvik Tooling, Diamond Innovations, Saint-Gobain Advanced Ceramics, Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal, US Synthetic Corp., Warren/Amplex Superabrasives and ZYP Coatings.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Superhard_Materials_Market_Report.asp.

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

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

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Global Industrial Furnaces and Ovens Market to Reach $13.8 Billion in 2010, According to New Report By Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Industrial furnaces and ovens market include establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing industrial process furnaces, ovens, induction and dielectric heating equipment and other related devices. Industrial furnaces are primarily used by industries to heat-treat metals in order to generate steam. They are also used in the manufacture of bricks, cement, glass, iron and steel and other materials. World market for industrial furnaces and ovens is expected to be approximately $13.8 billion in 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- Growth in the world industrial furnace market is forecast to stem largely from the revolutionary hybrid furnace. The new hybrid furnace flaunts the potential to replace the conventional air fuel technology, a process used in glass melting by coupling air-fuel and Oxy-fuel technologies to aid glassmaker in providing high quality, fuel-efficient products. Oxy-fuel technology precedes air-fuel process by utilizing oxygen for environment-friendly glass combustion by eliminating nitrogen present in air, reducing maintenance cost and providing designing simplicity. Oxy-fuel also gains ground by improved productivity, enhanced glass quality and stable batch patterns. Global Electrical industrial furnaces and ovens market is expected to exceed $4.2 billion by 2015, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific, the fastest growing market for industrial electric heating equipment is expected to register a CAGR of 5.96% over the period 2011 through 2015. In Europe, fuel-fired industrial furnaces & ovens market is expected to be worth $1,142 million in the year 2012.

Major players in the marketplace include Kilns & Furnaces Ltd, Carbolite, CM Furnaces Inc, Inductotherm Corporation, Nachi-Fujikoshi Corporation, Pyradia, Beijing Shenwu Thermal Energy, Surface Combustion Inc and JLS Redditch Ltd.

"Industrial Furnaces and Ovens: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides product profile, mergers and acquisitions, recent developments, profiles of major players and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as US, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America. Analytics for the period 1991 through 2015 are provided in terms of product segments including electrical industrial furnaces & ovens, induction & dielectric furnaces & ovens, industrial electric heating equipment and fuel-fired industrial furnaces & ovens.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Industrial_Furnaces_And_Ovens_Market_Report.asp.

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

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

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Blueberry Business Turns To Wrabacon For Packing Solution

When Jasper Wyman & Son of Cherryfield, Maine, a nationally-known blueberry processor, was looking to revamp their retail and bulk packing operations - they knew they needed a manufacturer they could rely on who could design stainless steel feed conveyors to meet this massive undertaking

(PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- When Jasper Wyman & Son of Cherryfield, Maine, a nationally-known blueberry processor, was looking to revamp their retail and bulk packing operations - they knew they needed a manufacturer they could rely on who could design stainless steel feed conveyors to meet this massive undertaking. And they knew that Wrabacon was their solution to ensure a successful outcome.

Since 1986, Wrabacon has been successfully serving a variety of industries throughout the United States providing creative packing and conveyor systems that rival that of its competitors.

Although it was a large-scale project for Wymans, working quickly and efficiently would help alleviate downtime to their packing operations. Since they had only five months between February to June 2007 to complete the project, a manufacturer like Wrabacon was a company they could trust to provide them with equipment that met all their specifications.

"Some of the pieces of equipment in this line had to be custom designed in order for us to keep our lines compact, but still increase our productivity. The team of engineers at Wrabacon met with us and listened to our ideas and objectives and worked closely with us to find the solutions that worked best for us. I was impressed by their ability to keep our project on track and move it from engineering and into production in a relatively short period of time. Their expertise and professionalism contributed to the overall success of our project," Remarked Bob Stanley, Wyman's Director of Engineering

For the Wyman project, Wrabacon manufactured two custom stainless steel feed conveyors which were designed to receive frozen blueberries and transport them to the combination scales for packaging. Specifications called for the conveyors to be designed and built for ease of cleaning and sanitation, and were manufactured in stainless steel with wash down components.

The packing process may sound simple, but reliability of the equipment and ease of use for operators was essential to having packing operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Once the berries are packaged either in a stand-up pouch or pillow-pack, they required inclined conveyors, which Wrabacon also provided, that transported the bags to the combination metal detectors and check weighers. The packages were then transferred to a short Wrabacon inclined conveyor that feeds the product onto a custom-designed stainless steel re-circulating pack off table designed to be ergonomically safe for operators to manage manual case packing.

Wymans packing process formerly allowed for only a single bag line to run at any one time. Now they can run the two bag line at the same time

The new packing line allows for up to 4 packing staff to remove incoming product on the top level each of the pack off table, and pack cases on a shelf located at a lower ergonomic position. Once the case is filled with product cases are manually pushed forward on a low level conveyor and sent to the case top taper.

"At the end of the day--and at the end of any project--customer satisfaction is our primary concern at Wrabacon. We pride ourselves on continually designing and manufacturing equipment that exceeds our customer's expectations, making them a customer for life," Robert Barlett, VP Engineering.

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April 23, 2008

Advanced Systems Integration Successfully Implements Microsoft Dynamics AX for Food Specialty Manufacturer

Microsoft Business Ready Licensing Program Enables Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturers Access to Microsoft Dynamics AX Business Software

LAKE FOREST, CA – April 22, 2008 – Advanced Systems Integration (ASi) is pleased to announce the success of its recent implementation of Microsoft Dynamics AX (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta) at Earthrise Nutritionals, a world-leader in the production of microalgae for use in food and dietary supplement (branded as Earthrise Spirulina).

ASi completed the implementation in January of 2008 utilizing the Microsoft Sure Step Methodology. Michael Forte, Senior Consultant of ASi, explains, “This approach along with Microsoft’s Business Ready Licensing for its Microsoft Dynamics business software product lines has enabled many smaller and mid-sized businesses and manufacturers the ability to now purchase Microsoft’s most comprehensive, scalable and flexible ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX.” Business Ready Licensing streamlines pricing for Microsoft Dynamics AX by moving from a pricing model based on hundreds of modules to a new model based primarily on the number of concurrent users who actually use the software.

Earthrise Nutritionals, located in Irvine, CA and with farms and production in the California Sonoran Desert, benefited immediately from the fully integrated ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics AX. Adrian Hsu, Controller at Earthrise Nutritionals explains, “Our previous legacy system did not allow the visibility and real-time views into production and reporting as the new Microsoft Dynamics AX system.”

Mr. Hsu also felt the ease, speed and success of the implementation was directly related to the implementation methodology and experience of ASi. The Microsoft Sure Step Methodology defines process phases, milestones roles, artifacts, cross-phase-processes, and additional project management processes. Earthrise specifically benefited from the structure put in place by both Microsoft and ASi. Mr. Hsu commented, “The timelines and tools provided by ASi and the Microsoft Sure Step Methodology made it easy to keep on schedule and track the project progress even with limited resources and an accelerated implementation timeline.”

About ASi: Advanced Systems Integration, Inc. is a Gold Certified Microsoft Dynamics™ AX and Learning Solutions partner founded in 1991 that delivers comprehensive enterprise class applications that improve customer relations, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across supply chains and business operations. ASi also offers industry specific extensions integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX platform (formerly Microsoft Business Solutions Axapta). ASi uses its industry focus, enterprise software domain expertise and transparent agile implementation methodology to provide its clients an enterprise class solution that is implemented properly the first time. ASi is based in Lake Forest, CA and has sales offices strategically located throughout the United States. Please visit the company’s web site at www.advancedsystemsintegration.com.

About Earthrise Nutritionals: In 1979, after years of research, Earthrise introduced Spirulina to the natural foods market. Then, in 1982, the visionaries at Earthrise built the first U.S. Spirulina farm to grow this green superfood in pure California desert sunshine using ecological, earth-friendly methods. Today, Earthrise Nutritionals' farm is the world’s largest Spirulina farm. Earthrise products are marketed in the USA and in 30 countries on six continents. http://www.earthrise.com/

About Microsoft Dynamics AX: Microsoft Dynamics AX is an adaptable business management solution that enables companies and their workers to make business decisions with greater confidence. Microsoft Dynamics AX works like and with familiar Microsoft Office software, with comprehensive features that help automate and streamline business processes, and connect users with global customers, business partners and subsidiaries in a way that helps drive business success.
http://www.microsoft.com/dynamics/ax/default.mspx.

About Microsoft: Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. www.microsoft.com

For more information on this release, please contact:
Lisa Aschenbrenner
Marketing Manager
Advanced Systems Integration, Inc.
(949) 597-2170

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April 22, 2008

Samco Machinery "Rolls" Out New Web Site

As Samco Machinery Ltd. unveils its revamped website this month, customers are experiencing a combination of industry specific knowledge, innovation, and commitment to personal service at the touch of their fingertips.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Thirty-five years of experience in any given field affords a certain air of authority. From teaching schoolchildren to maintaining a competitive edge in the international business marketplace, experience lends to trust. As Samco Machinery Ltd. unveils its revamped website this month, customers are experiencing a combination of industry specific knowledge, innovation, and commitment to personal service at the touch of their fingertips.

With 30 engineers on staff, Samco understands the complexities and nuances of a given rollforming system. These multi-faceted systems are often challenging to understand without specific education, training, and hands-on practice. The new website eases this potential strain, offering customers a virtual academia. Informative articles and step-by-step guidance such as "Seven Questions to Ask When Selecting a Roll Form Equipment Provider" educate customers in user-friendly language.

The expertise of the Samco machinery staff represents more than practical knowledge of roll form equipment. In addition, the Samco Machinery team possesses a diverse skill set to meet the changing business needs of numerous international companies. They work in markets in Canada, Mexico, Columbia, and South Africa, each presenting specifics needs, and location constraints and challenges. Samco Machinery's recognition as an ISO 9001 Certified Company, issued for quality, further solidifies it as a trusted name on the global marketplace.

The Samco People Promise™, detailed on the company's redesigned website, allows clients to fully grasp the far-reaching service that they can expect in business ventures with Samco. "A true partnership doesn't end with the delivery of the rollformer. We continue to provide support where needed with easy two-way communication. Samco is proud to support positive and continuing relationships with all its customers." These words certainly are an extension of the Samco motto: People, Products, Passion.

Not only does the new site offer satisfied clients and potential customers alike the chance to learn from the thirty years of experience in the roll forming industry, but it also gives them the resources to make better decisions and, in turn, avoid costly mistakes. As Bob Reprovs, President of Samco Machinery Ltd aptly noted, "What most people don't know is these small surprises or issues can be avoided."

For more detailed information about Samco Machinery roll formers, support and services visit www.Samco-Machinery.com, or call Samco Machinery direct at 416-285-0619.

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Going Green in the Office Just Got Easier

Smead Receives Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI®) Certification

Hastings, MN (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- According to recent national survey commissioned by Smead, 77% of office workers said buying paper office products made from trees grown and harvested in a sustainable manner was important to them. To meet the growing consumer demand for "green" filing products, Smead is pleased to announce that it has been certified as a member of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) 'Certified Sourcing' Program. The SFI Program provides rigorous environmental standards and performance measures that integrate the protection of our environment with the perpetual, sustainable growing and harvesting of trees.

Smead is the only manufacturer of filing products to have received this certification, which guarantees that the paper used to make Smead products comes from forests that are grown and harvested in an environmentally sustainable manner. "Our customers increasingly value environmental stewardship and sustainability," said Sharon Avent, Smead President and CEO. "We take great care to implement practices and procedures that are right for the environment and right for our customers." Smead's participation in the SFI program is a new component of its environmental stewardship initiative, which started in 1989 with the introduction of post-consumer waste into its paper products and has evolved over the past 20 years to include a line of 100% recycled products as well numerous internal initiatives to reduce, reuse and recycle in every aspect of its business.

Individuals are Driving Green in the Office
While environmental considerations do play a significant role in corporate purchasing decisions and many companies large and small are adopting green initiatives, the interest in green-at-the-office appears largely driven by the individual. Among those surveyed from large employers (500+ employees), 42% say their companies have green corporate guidelines yet a third more (69%) switched brands to get greener products. And among those surveyed at small companies (under 500 employees), only 26% said their companies had green guidelines, yet more than twice as many (54%) had switched brands to obtain greener products.

The survey also found that 66% of office workers agreed that they could be more green in the workplace, and 73% indicated that they planned to increase their purchases of green products in the coming year. Additionally, nearly 80% of those surveyed make a point to recycle paper at their workplace and 40% of respondents said they purchased an office product because it was made from recycled material.

Look for the Label
Smead's SFI certification has earned it the right to label qualifying products with the distinctive green leaf and tree logo mark. Every Smead-branded paper product contains at least 10% post consumer recycled material, and hundreds of Smead products meet or exceed progressive requirements used by corporations and government agencies when choosing earth-friendly office supplies. Smead's 100% recycled product line includes top tab, end tab and hanging folder products as well as jackets, pockets, expanding files and wallets.

"We're able to deliver the same quality with our environmentally friendly products that office workers nationwide have come to expect," continued Avent. "With Smead's 100% recycled products, we're conserving forest resources while lessening the demands on our nation's landfills." From the mills and suppliers of raw materials to the distribution of finished products, Smead and their partners practice industry leading environmental standards.

"Our work is not done," commented Avent. "Smead will continue to lead our industry to ensure our practices and products meet and exceed not only the latest environmental guidelines but meet our customers' desire to become greener in the office."

About SFI: (www.sfiprogram.org)
First established in 1994, the main objective of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative is to ensure conservation of forest resources by soil conservation, timely reforestation, and other measures while maximizing long term forest productivity. This is accomplished by establishing principals and objectives set by environmental and industry experts and then measuring the performance of participating companies through certification audits. In over a decade, SFI has evolved from establishing best practices for the U.S. forestry industry to being a world leader in certification and sustainable forestry advocacy.

About Smead: (www.smead.com)
Smead is a worldwide leader in office filing products and records management systems. For more than 100 years, Smead has brought a spirit of innovation and integrity to keeping businesses and home offices organized. Headquartered in Hastings, Minnesota, Smead is a privately held, woman-owned business offering thousands of organizational products with more than 2,400 employees across North America and Europe.

Editors' Note: Images and logos are available at smead.com.

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Stealth Computer Quietly Expands Operations To Manage Growth

Stealth Computer, a market leader in the industrial computer and peripherals market, today announced it has expanded their current facilities with the acquisition of a neighboring building. Stealth's current headquarters operates from within a 15,000 square feet facility and includes production, sales, corporate and administrative offices. The new adjoining building comprises of an additional 11,000 square feet expanding Stealth's total facility to just over 27,000 square feet in size.

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Stealth Computer, a market leader in the industrial computer and peripherals market, today announced it has expanded their current facilities with the acquisition of a neighboring building. Stealth's current headquarters operates from within a 15,000 square feet facility and includes production, sales, corporate and administrative offices. The new adjoining building comprises of an additional 11,000 square feet expanding Stealth's total facility to just over 27,000 square feet in size.

"The prospect of expanding our facility by acquiring the adjoining building was an opportunity we couldn't pass up. It is absolutely critical that we invest and plan for our current and future growth", remarked Ed Boutilier, Stealth's President & CEO.

With the additional space Stealth will primarily expand their production floor by adding a clean room facility, secured inventory and extended configuration and burn-in capability for their rugged PC product lines.

About Stealth
Founded in 1990 Stealth Computer Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of specialized Computers and Peripherals. The company is ISO 9001 registered and continually develops innovative products designed to meet the exact needs of their clients. For almost two decades Stealth has provided thousands of proven reliable product solutions that have assisted clients with a myriad of applications. Our impressive customer base includes a wide range of customers from single man operations to Fortune 500 companies, Military installations and Governments worldwide. www.stealth.com

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Global Adaptive Cruise Control Systems Market to Exceed 5.7 Million Units by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

The trend towards prevention of accidents rather than ensuring safety is driving the global automotive market for active safety systems such as adaptive cruise control systems. The global adaptive cruise control systems market is projected to reach 5.7 million units by the year 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Anti-lock braking systems (ABS), collision-warning systems, and adaptive cruise control (ACC) systems are some of the active safety systems being fitted onto automobiles for preventing accidents. ACC systems mark the dawn of a new era in vehicle safety, on roads. Even though a vehicle fitted with costs an additional US$500-US$1,000, consumers are ready to dig deeper into their wallets for the extra safety provided by ACC systems. As unit costs decrease, ACC systems are expected to permeate from luxury vehicles to mass-market vehicles.

Japan leads the global adaptive cruise control systems market in terms of installations with over 70% share of global market, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Rest of World region comprising of Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa, is expected to offer the highest growth opportunity with a CAGR of about 59% for the period 2007-2010. In North America, ACC systems installations are relatively higher in commercial vehicles than passenger cars, while the opposite holds well for other regions. ACC systems installations in passenger cars are projected to exceed 4.7 million units by the year 2010. Installation in commercial cars is estimated to account for market share of over 13% of the total adaptive cruise control systems market in 2008.

Government regulations hold the key for development of ACC systems. The initiatives being taken by various governments across the globe to address road terrors might is expected to be the major factor that would propel the sales of ACC systems in the coming years. While the US Department of Transport and European transport authorities are promoting usage of accident prevention systems, use of radars for non-government purposes is banned in some countries. Issues such as product liability and return on investments also impede growth of ACC systems.

The report titled "Adaptive Cruise Control Systems: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, research & development, product overview, product introductions/innovations, and recent strategic corporate developments in the industry. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in volume sales for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, and Rest of World by the following product segments - Passenger Cars and Commercial Vehicles.

Key players dominating the global adaptive cruise control systems market include Continental AG, Delphi Corporation, Denso Corporation, Hitachi, Nissan Motor, Robert Bosch, Automotive, Toyota Motor, TRW Automotive Holdings, Valeo, Visteon Corp., and WABCO.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Adaptive_Cruise_Control_Systems_Market_Report.asp.

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

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World Copper Rollings, Drawings and Extrusions Market to Reach 35.4 million Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Consumption of copper rollings, drawings and extrusions in the world market is forecasted to reach 35.4 million metric tons by the year 2010. Germany and United States are the leading producers of copper rollings, drawings and extrusions. United States is a primary producer of copper wire and copper tubes & pipes. Japan, Korea and France are among the other major producers of copper rollings, drawings and extrusions. The Latin American belt comprising the Andes is a rich source of copper.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Copper, brass, bronze and other copper based alloys are rolled, drawn and extruded into plates, sheets, strip, bar and tubing. Copper and its alloys are available in rod, plate, strip, sheet, tube shapes, forgings, wire and castings. Rolled copper products include bars, rotating bands, sheets, shell discs, slugs, foil, film and strips. Rolled copper is primarily used for leadframes and connectors for the electronics industry, tubing for air-conditioners and radiators and general construction. Extrusions are manufactured by passing heated billets under high-pressure through a steel die in the shape of a required profile. After the extrusion process, the profile is cooled and is machined and heat-treated.

Global copper extrusions market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 7.35% over the years 2011 through 2015. As stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., demand for copper drawings in Europe is projected to reach 6.67 million metric tons by the year 2012, while demand for copper rollings in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach 2.64 million metric tons by the year 2015.

The global marketplace is characterized by the presence of players such as Asarco LLC, BHP Billiton Group, Codelco, Dowa Holdings Co Ltd, Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc, Furukawa Metal (Thailand) Public Co. Ltd., Global Brass and Copper Inc, Hindalco Industries Ltd., Hitachi Cable Ltd, KME Germany AG, Madeco S. A., Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co. Ltd, Mueller Industries Inc., Nippon Mining & Metals Co. Ltd, Norddeutsche Affinerie AG/Cumerio NV/SA, and Yorkshire Copper Tube.

"Copper Rollings, Drawings and Extrusions: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, profiles of major participants and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics from 2000 through 2015 are provided in terms of product segments including Copper Rollings, Copper Drawings, and Copper Extrusions.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Copper_Rollings_Drawings_And_Extrusions_Market_Report.asp.

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

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Biotechnology Instrumentation Market to Reach $4.6 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Biotechnology Instrumentation market continues to display healthy growth supported by biotech research expansion in pharmaceutical operations, forensics, agriculture environmental monitoring and animal husbandry sectors. Global market is set to reach $4.6 billion by 2010, driven by the continuous advancements in proteomic and genomic discoveries.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Demand for faster and economical ways to produce drugs for the pharmaceutical industry, proteomics, genomics, functional genomics and combinatorial chemistry have led to the advancement of biotechnology instrumentation in recent years. Growth is likely to be supported by major technological innovations in almost all the sectors, especially in chip-based products. Innovations in DNA sequencers, including single-molecule detection technologies, are likely to increase read lengths, decrease out-of-phase chemistry issues and simplify sample preparation process. With several drugs set for patent expiry in the near future, enhanced research activity for development of new drugs escalated the demand for electrophoresis instruments.

United States and Europe collectively dominate the worldwide biotechnology instrumentation market with an estimated 70% share of sales in 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Focus is largely centered on development of more advanced, smaller, faster, and highly automated analytical instruments that integrate analytical technologies. In United States, demand for advanced instruments with more throughput abilities is rising across all academic and pharmaceutical laboratories, due to the shift of research focus towards proteomics. Protein/ peptide synthesizers market in United States is projected to be the fastest growing segment.

In Europe, Germany, United Kingdom, and France represent the major markets accounting for about 55% share of the biotechnology instrumentation market. Germany occupies a pivotal position in the European biotech market. DNA sequencers market in Germany is projected to reach $69 million by 2010. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the center of future growth in worldwide biotechnology instruments market, at an impressive CAGR of 7% over the period 2000-2010. HPLC equipment & supplies market in the region is estimated at $207 million for 2008.

Key players profiled in the report include Agilent Technologies Inc., Affymetrix, Applied Biosystems, Beckman Coulter, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., Dionex Corporation, GE HealthCare, Gilson Inc, Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, Perkin-Elmer, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments Inc., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, Varian Inc., and Waters Corporation.

The report titled "Biotechnology Instrumentation: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. analyzes the market over the period 2000-2015. Product segments analyzed in the report include DNA Synthesizers, Protein/Peptide Synthesizers, DNA Sequencers, Protein/Peptide Sequencers, HPLC Equipment & Supplies, and Electrophoresis Equipment & Supplies. The report reviews recent industry activity, technological innovations, and product introductions of major market participants across various segments.

For more details of this research report please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Biotechnology_Instrumentation_Market_Report.asp

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

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US Conductive Polymers Market to Reach 230.7 Thousand Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven by the numerous advantages offered by electricity conducting plastics, US market for conductive polymers is forecasted to reach 230.7 thousand metric tons by the year 2010. Lightweight, easy fabrication, low cost and high resistance to heat are prime factors driving growth in the marketplace.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- As the US economy regains poise in the upcoming years, resurgence in demand for high performance and low cost materials for electrical and electronics product components and devices are likely to augment the use of conductive polymers in the electronics industry. Use of conducting polymeric materials is also expected to increase as the automobile and diesel industries recover from their present troubles. Extensive use of materials, such as, nylon, polyphenylene and polypyrrole, will help fuel the growth of conductive polymers. These polymeric materials are typically applied in fan blades, surge tanks and connectors.

Demand for polymeric materials is forecast to rise at a robust rate in the chemical industry due to better performance, high resistance to chemicals, thermal properties, less weight and low costs. Growing interests in conductive polymers filled with fiber is expected to enhance its use in end-use applications, such as, material handling, antistatic packaging, and worksurface & flooring. The market is characterized by high entry barriers largely due to the need for specialized technical knowledge, and expensive production know how of these highly conductive materials. The US conductive polymers market is threatened by the emergence of high quality, and low-cost competition from European counterparts. Manufacturers are increasingly facing pricing pressures due to increase in the costs of raw materials, transportation, energy and packaging.

As stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., Conductive Polymers market in the United States is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.08% over the years 2011 through 2015. Market for Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 8.10% over the period 2011 through 2015. Inherently Conductive Polymers is projected to reach 7,493 metric tons by the year 2012.

Major players operating in the industry include - 3M Company, Cabot Corporation, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Crosslink, Cytec Industries Inc, The Dow Chemical Company, Eastman Chemical Company, Ferro Corporation, Fortron Industries LLC, Fractal Systems Inc., Hyperion Catalysis International Inc., Illinois Tool Works Inc., KEMET Corporation, Konarka Technologies Inc., Littelfuse Incorporated, Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc., National Starch and Chemical Company, Novamet Specialty Products Corporation, Phillips Sumika Polypropylene Company, PolyOne Corporation, Spartech Corporation, Solutia Incorporated, and Synthetic Rubber Technologies Inc, among others.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Conductive_Polymers_Market_Report.asp

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

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Global Laboratory Balances & Scales Market to Reach $1.0 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Scale manufacturers worldwide have tremendous opportunities to put forward their expertise and keep up the standards of weights and measurements. Continuously pushing the industry to new heights is the technological dimension. Worldwide, the laboratory balances & scales market is projected to amount to $1.0 billion by 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Evolution of civilization would not have gone beyond the barter system, had there not been the convention of weights and measures. Scales and balances have seen years of development, in terms of both technology and its usage. The equipment has become more reliable and accurate and is now capable of storing, manipulating and transmitting data.

Globally, pharmaceutical research laboratories account for a significant share of laboratory balances & scales market with an estimated 36% for 2007, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Region-wise, the United States represents a major market, accounting for 37% of the global sales in 2008. Asia-Pacific presents enormous potential for the industry, largely due to the growing national economies and persistent transformation into highly advanced technological fields including biotechnology, electronics, pharmaceutical, specialty chemicals and steel. Among the end-use segments analyzed, Manufacturing Research Laboratories market in Asia-Pacific region is projected to account for $14.8 million by 2010. European laboratory balances & scales market is projected to amount to $266 million by 2010. France, Germany, Italy, and United Kingdom account for about 75% share of the market.

The laboratory scales and balances market is highly competitive. Besides, the industry is also fragmented in terms of geographic regions as well as end-use markets, following the pattern of other weighing instruments markets. As a result, the market is flooded with a number of regional and specialized competitors. Leading players analyzed in the report include A&D Company Ltd., Adam Equipment Co., Avery Weigh-Tronix Inc, Bonso Electronics Limited, CAS Corporation, Mettler Toledo, Ohaus Corporation, Sartorius AG, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.

The report titled "Laboratory Balances & Scales: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., analyzes the market by end-use segments including Food Research Laboratories, Chemical Research Laboratories, Manufacturing Research Laboratories, Pharmaceutical Research Laboratories and Other Research Laboratories markets. Analysis is presented for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America & Rest of World. The report enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities.

For more details of this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Laboratory_Balances_And_Scales_Market_Report.asp

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

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Spiralock Announces its Newest Online Tool - Drill Size Calculator

With self-locking fasteners engineers can achieve thread locking in the joint itself for lighter, stronger, higher speed, RPM and temperature designs, and a new online tool can aid drill size calculation.

(PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- For engineers seeking the right self-locking threaded fasteners for the application, there's now free access to an online tool that can speed engineering tasks. The Drill Size Calculator for Cut Threads on the Technology page at www.spiralock.com can help engineers quickly address issues such as drill size recommendations for Spiralock cut tapping and hole size recommendations for Spiralock cold form tapping.

Because lighter, stronger, higher speed, RPM and temperature designs are required for today's most demanding applications, engineers are turning to Spiralock self locking threaded fasteners over traditional secondary thread locking devices such as lock washers, adhesives, or prevailing torque fasteners, which may add weight, cost and complexity over the product life cycle.

Notes for achieving best results are given. On drill sizes for cut tapping, for instance, a hole minor diameter on the low side of the suggested range is recommended for soft metals such as aluminum. For harder materials, a hole minor diameter on the high side of the suggested range is recommended.

For hole sizes for cold form tapping, best practice advice is also given. For example, to get good results, you must know the actual hole size and not just the drill size. What matters is the actual pretap hole size, how consistently this hole size is maintained, and the after-tap thread percentage or minor diameter.

A few cautions on cold form tapping are also given. For instance, thin wall parts may expand during tapping and produce oversize after-tap minor diameters.

What makes Spiralock self-locking fasteners unique is the 30-degree wedge ramp at the root of the thread which mates with standard 60-degree male thread fasteners. The wedge ramp allows the bolt to spin freely relative to female threads until clamp load is applied. The crests of the standard male thread form are then drawn tightly against the wedge ramp, eliminating radial clearances and creating a continuous spiral line contact along the entire length of the thread engagement. This continuous line contact spreads the clamp force more evenly over all engaged threads, improving resistance to vibrational loosening, axial-torsional loading, joint fatigue, and temperature extremes.

The innovative self locking threaded fasteners thus compensate for variations in manufacturing tolerance and process due to mass production with its locking thread actually inside the joint. This eliminates the need for secondary thread locking devices or procedures, and can significantly reduce costly warranty claims and potential liability. The self locking fasteners have been used in thousands of manufacturing applications to solve design challenges in a wide range of industries.

Production changeovers to these self locking threaded fasteners are typically quick and seamless, often requiring just an exchange of traditional nuts, wire inserts or simply drilling out and re-tapping existing parts stock that have unreliable standard tapped holes.

Spiralock
Kate Turowska
Madison Tech Center
PO Box 71629
Madison Heights, MI 48071
KTurowska @ spiralock.com
www.spiralock.com
Phone (800) 521-2688

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Infographics Make Earth Day Issues Easier to Understand

Environmental issues can be overwhelming and confusing which is why organizations seeking better communication tools to persuade, change and challenge constituents turn to Funnel Incorporated for information design, infographics and icons (http://www.funnelinc.com/green_infographics). One well-executed infographic or icon can be used for fundraising, presentations, media outreach, online, annual reports, events and more making this investment cost effective as well.

Middleton, WI (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Environmental issues can be overwhelming and confusing which is why organizations seeking better communication tools to persuade, change and challenge constituents turn to Funnel Incorporated for information design, infographics and icons (http://www.funnelinc.com/green_infographics). One well-executed infographic or icon can be used for fundraising, presentations, media outreach, online, annual reports, events and more making this investment cost effective as well.

"Transparent organizations seeking to avoid the greenwashing backlash are wise to eschew superficial claims, window dressing and data manipulation," says Lin Wilson, Creative Director of Funnel Incorporated. "We advise clients to stick to the facts and respect its audience by presenting data in a clear and thoughtful manner."

This fact-based approach appeals to an audience more apt to care for a cause it understands. Water conservation, for example, is easier to comprehend when various threats on the intricate groundwater process are visualized. Before and after images powerfully convey a problem or proposed solution.

"We excel in taking a difficult scientific process and making it easier for people to understand through pictures and text," continues Wilson. "Breaking the process down into illustrated phases makes information less intimidating and more inviting."

A growing trend is the creation of icons to represent an organization's earth-friendly mission or product that goes beyond the ubiquitous green leaf. A common visual language (CVL) serves as a visual shorthand keeping communication consistent and branded whether used in a presentation, as a product badge or as website information guideposts.

"Clients hire us to explore visual metaphors that articulate an organization's environmental stewardship in a unique way," continues Wilson. "An added benefit is the universal appeal icons have to a variety of audiences, cultures and languages."

And as consumers hold organizations accountable for their actions, information design is a useful tool in the development of user-friendly charts and diagrams. Deliberate selection of a chart's format, colors and embellishments elevates data to enhance understanding and be more persuasive to inspire change.

ABOUT FUNNEL INCORPORATED: Funnel Incorporated (http://www.funnelinc.com) is an information design firm that specializes in making the complex clear through the creation of infographics, icons, charts, maps and instructions.

NOTE TO MEDIA: Hi-res images of green infographic samples available upon request. Visit http://www.funnelinc.com/green_infographics to view. Contact Lori Wilson at 608-828-0280.

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Advanced Nutrients Offers 5 Organic Secrets to a Perfect Garden This Spring

Advanced Nutrients founders Michael Straumietis, Robert C. Higgins and Eugene “Gino” Yordanov are offering you five organic secrets for gardening success.

(PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- As spring gardening fever compels millions of North Americans to get out their trowels, till the earth and plant their spring gardens, Advanced Nutrients founders Michael Straumietis, Robert C. Higgins and Eugene “Gino” Yordanov are offering you five organic secrets for gardening success.

Michael Straumietis says it all starts in your gardens root zone because as hundreds of university studies show, bigger roots equal bigger yields.

More importantly, the latest garden research has discovered several “new generation” organic plant-enhancing nutrients, materials and microbes when put into your root zone will explode the root growth of your garden so you’ll get bigger yields.

First, start by applying beneficial bacteria and beneficial fungi into your soil; they’ll work together with your plants roots and metabolism systems. What’s more, beneficial bacteria produce special hormones that boost production and quality of flowers, fruits and vegetables and you’ll get healthier roots and soil so your plants grow faster, take in more nutrients, produce larger yields and resist heat, disease, drought and stress.

But that’s not all you do for your root zones. You also enrich them with fulvic and humic acids that are derived from rare and ancient mineral deposits.

You’ll find that fulvic acid and humic acid open your soil so it holds and transfers water and oxygen into your roots better. They also provide a home for beneficial fungi and beneficial bacteria that make your plants roots grow bigger and more efficiently.

Even better, the new development of 100% organic plant foods don’t stop there because they contain plant enhancing hormones naturally derived from high quality nutrient rich sources of kelp and alfalfa extracts.

Furthermore, these extracts will unleash your plants full growing potential by infusing and exciting your plants cellular growth mechanisms producing more flowering sites, stronger branching allowing your plants to support more fruit and vegetables while increasing flavor, color and yield.

Advanced Nutrients founders Michael Straumietis, Robert C. Higgins and Eugene “Gino” Yordanov invite you to discover how gardening has taken a quantum leap in harvest reward and quality when you use these five organic gardening success secrets.

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Cub Cadet's Innovative Technology Earns 'Best Buy' Awards for Lawn Mowers

Consumers Digest Awards "Best Buy" to Four Cub Cadet Products

Valley City, OH (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Cub Cadet, a leader in premium riding mowers and outdoor power equipment, brings home four awards. In the March/April 2008 issue, Consumers Digest gives a "Best Buy" rating to four of Cub Cadet's lawn mowers: two in the "Riding Mowers and Lawn Tractors" category; and two in the "Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers" category. The "Best Buy" rating is based on ease of use, performance, and quality of construction.

Consumers Digest compares the best zero turn radius (ZTR) mowers with Cub Cadet's new Zero Turn Tractor (ZTT). The ZTR mowers use a two-lever steering system and can be more expensive than the ZTT. The Cub Cadet Zero Turn Tractor, however, combines zero turn capability with traditional steering. Consumers Digest recommends that "a good alternative to ZTRs is Cub Cadet's new zero turn tractors."

The "Best Buy" award for the Cub Cadet i1000 Series Zero Turn Tractor is in the "Premium Selection" category. A dual transmission allows independent control of rear wheels for 360 degree turns. Accessories include twin bagger, snow thrower, lawn sweeper, lawn detacher, lawn spike, sprayer, and more.

The second "Best Buy" rating for Cub Cadet in "Riding Mowers and Lawn Tractors" went to the Series 1000 LT in the "Economy" category. This lawn tractor is not a zero turn, but it has the best warranty among automatic transmission lawn tractors with cruise control in this price range. This riding mower features reverse mowing, a powerful wash system, and cruise control.

In the "Walk-Behind Lawn Mower" group, the Cub Cadet 11A-18MC010 and the 11A-18MC056 (sold at Home Depot only) models won a "Best Buy" in the "Economy" category. These models feature a single-lever, six position height adjustment, whereas most lawn mowers of a similar price force you to adjust each wheel individually.

About Cub Cadet
Since 1961, Cub Cadet has been meeting the needs of rural and suburban homeowners, while keeping one simple promise - to build it better. As the leader in premium outdoor power equipment, Cub Cadet features innovations such as zero turning radius mowers, smooth and easy automatic transmissions and the CycloCut™ mowing deck. Cub Cadet has built its legacy on high-quality engineering - producing smarter, faster and tougher products. For more information, visit www.cubcadet.com.

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Infinia Corporation Announces Additional $7 Million Financing in Series B Round; Total Series B Round Funding at $57 Million

World's Contract Manufacturing Leader, Foxconn Technology Group, to Accelerate Global Growth of Infinia Solar Power System

Kennewick, WA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Infinia Corporation today announced that it secured a $7 million second close of its Series B financing. Infinia recently announced a $50 million Series B round, bringing the total Series B financing for the company to $57 million.

The second close was led by Foxconn Technology Group with participation from another undisclosed investor. The proceeds from the Series B financing will be used to fund the large-scale production and global launch of the Infinia Solar System, a solar power generation product that harvests energy from sunlight to efficiently generate clean, emissions-free electricity.

"We are very pleased by Foxconn's decision to invest in and work with us," said J.D. Sitton, president and CEO of Infinia. "Securing the involvement of a manufacturer and technology provider of Foxconn's stature validates two key elements of our business plan. First, that volume manufacturing is a key driver in being able to harvest solar energy on a capital-efficient basis. And second, that the Asia-Pacific market is going to be a very attractive market for our product."

With operations throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia, Foxconn Technology Group is the world's most trusted contract manufacturer. Focusing on diverse fields from alternative materials to green manufacturing processes, Foxconn's over 20,000 world-wide patents confirm its position as a global leader in innovation and technology.

"We believe Infinia's Solar System product represents the future of solar energy technology," said Dr. Chen, Chief Technology Officer of Foxconn. "The ability to mass manufacture such an efficient solar product for commercial deployment will change the way global power companies and solar developers implement energy solutions. This goes hand-in-hand with Foxconn's vision of providing clean technologies and affordable products to users around the world."

The Infinia Solar System couples Infinia's proven free-piston Stirling engine with a dish-style solar concentrator to produce 3 kilowatts of grid-quality AC power. Infinia's system is the world's first solar power generation product suitable for automotive-scale manufacturing and deployment, ranging from single units for end-users to thousands of units deployed in utility-scale solar power plants.

About Infinia Corporation
Infinia is a solar energy technology and the developer of the Infinia Solar System, a solar power generation product that converts concentrated solar energy into electricity. Since 1985, Infinia has been delivering super-high reliability, zero-maintenance, free-piston Stirling engines and power systems to commercial companies and government agencies. Additional information may be obtained at www.infiniacorp.com

About Foxconn Technology Group
Foxconn Technology Group is the foremost provider of joint-design, joint-development, manufacturing, assembly and after-sales services to global Computer, Communication and Consumer-electronics ("3C") leaders. Aided by its legendary execution, uncompromising customer devotion and its award-winning proprietary business model, eCMMS, Foxconn Group is not only the largest, but also the fastest growing multinationals manufacturing services provider (including CEM, EMS, ODM and CMMS) in the world. Additional information may be obtained at www.foxconn.com

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Laboratory Filtration Equipment Market to Reach $983 Million by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Laboratory Filtration Equipment is a relatively niche market, operating in a diversified filtration market. With majority of nations enacting regulations and legislations for protecting the environment, the need for laboratory filtration equipment is rising across various applications. Global Laboratory Filtration Equipment market is projected to reach $983 million in sales by 2010.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Filtration equipment is a critical component that finds numerous applications in laboratories. Europe and the United States dominate the global Laboratory filtration equipment market capturing an estimated 74% share in 2008, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. The filtration equipment market is expected to grow steadily with the introduction of new products, as the market witnesses a transition from conventional methods of filtration to modern, sophisticated methods. The market is primarily dependent on research and development activities in the medical field for developing treatments for fatal diseases. Biotech industry is expected to be the major growth driver. Other driving forces for the market include increased use of microfiltration membranes in laboratory filtration applications and enhanced investment in research and development activities across various sectors.

Microfiltration products represent the largest and the fastest growing segment. The Microfiltration products market in United States is projected to reach $186 million by 2010. The laboratory/analytical market is a small, yet significant consumer of microfiltration membranes. The demand is usually for expensive, high-end membranes to be used in very critical processes. Europe represents the world's largest market for laboratory filtration equipment and is poised to continue its superiority through 2010. Ultrafiltration products market in Europe is estimated at $147 million for 2008. Asia-Pacific, the developing world economy, is projected to register the highest growth rate during 2000-2010. Reverse osmosis market in the region is forecast to record sales of $7.5 million by 2010.

Leading players profiled in the report include Barnstead International, Cantel Medical Corp., Cuno, Inc., FilmTec Corporation, GEA Filtration, GE Healthcare, GE Water & Process Technologies, Hydranautics, Koch Membrane Systems, Inc., Millipore Corp., Orbital Biosciences LLC, Pall Corporation, Porex Corporation, Sartorius Stedim Biotech SA, Whatman Plc.

The report titled "Laboratory Filtration Equipment: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., analyzes the global and regional markets across three product segments, namely Microfiltration Products, Reverse Osmosis Products, and Ultrafiltration Products. Analysis is presented for United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, for the period 2000-2010. The report enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities.

For more details of this research report please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Laboratory_Filtration_Equipment_Market_Report.asp.

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

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Low-Cost Cars are Growth Hotspot

It's the hottest of hot topics -- but it's open to the widest of interpretations, says research by just-auto.com.

Bromsgrove, UK (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- It's the hottest of hot topics - but it's open to the widest of interpretations says research by just-auto.com.

What, exactly, is a low-cost car? The Dacia Logan? Fiat Palio? Toyota Aygo? Tata Nano? Maruti 800? Lada Zhiguli? Or a five-year-old VW Golf?

The answer is all of them. Low-cost cars are the agents of growth in the global car market. Low-cost vehicles priced below EUR7,000 could reach a 13% share of the world market - or about 10m vehicles - by 2010.

As the developed word stagnates in terms of car sales, emerging markets are driving growth. And producing cars that suit the needs of consumers in these markets is an imperative for the car industry.

That means driving down costs to the consumer -- low purchase price and low running costs. And it means driving down costs for the manufacturer in order to maximise profitability. Getting this equation right is essential -- there's less room to manoeuvre with a low-cost car, and margins are inevitably slight.

The research concluded that there is no single 'low-cost segment' -- rather low-cost is a philosophy that can be applied to a range of different sizes and types of cars - with different price points in the marketplace. The selling price of a Fiat Linea is approximately five times that of a Tata Nano - yet both are low-cost programmes.

Renault's experience with Logan suggests it is possible to make strong profits from a low-cost car. Logan offers a 6% margin, compared to Renault's average of 3%.

The benefit to the bottom line for companies with a strong presence in the low-cost sectors is clear; manufacturers without low-cost programmes are at a disadvantage in the long term, especially given production forecasts of up to 18m sub-EUR10,000 vehicles per year by 2012.

High per-unit profitability is only achievable if a large proportion of sales are for higher-specified versions of the car. It is estimated that Logan would not be profitable if cars were sold at the initial target price of EUR5,000. The fact that average price is closer to EUR8,000 is the main reason for the high profitability.

The research also concluded that it is extremely difficult to make a single car to suit all emerging market regions worldwide.

To order your copy of the 'Low-cost cars: opportunities and challenges' report visit: http://www.just-auto.com/lowcostcars

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Eaton Corporation Utilizes WebSource CPQ from Webcom, Inc. to Enhance the Component Selling Process

Unique features allow Eaton to intelligently cross-reference competitive products and configure, price, quote and propose replacement products - anytime, anywhere.

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- Webcom, Inc., a leader in simplified quote-to-order enablement for the selling of complex products and services, is pleased to announce that Eaton Corporation has implemented its Webcom WebSource CPQ solution to help automate, simplify, and accelerate the component selling process.

Eaton's Industrial Control Division needed to create a component selling process that would offer a competitive advantage to their field sales personnel. The process needed to provide intelligent cross referencing of competitive products and allow for an automatic configuration and recommendation of replacement products, including pricing, approval processing and ultimately timely proposal generation.

"With thousands of users and literally millions of permutations of configured products, we needed a scalable solution that would differentiate us in the field," said Thomas Herlache, Division Pricing & e-Tools Manager, Eaton. "With Webcom's deep industry expertise, WebSource CPQ's scalability and the unique features found within the solution to handle reverse configuration and competitive cross-referencing, we are confident we made the right choice," added Herlache.

Deployed using Webcom's SaaS (Software-as-a-Solution) delivery model, the solution allows Eaton to easily create quotes, manage complex product configurations and generate proposals. Designed to aide in driving increased revenues and margins, improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and enhanced productivity the WebSource CPQ requires nothing more than a web browser to operate. This solution allows Eaton's Industrial Control Division to easily and skillfully configure, price, quote and propose solutions, significantly reducing the quotation turnaround time in an error-free manner.

"Having grown up in this industry and experiencing the challenges faced by Eaton first-hand, it is personally rewarding to see the sort of value some of our unique capabilities delivers to our customers," said Aleksandar Ivanovic, Webcom CEO and founder.

Eaton's electrical business is a global leader in electrical control, power distribution, uninterruptible power supply and industrial automation products and services. Eaton's global electrical brands, including Cutler-Hammer®, MGE Office Protection Systems™, Powerware®, Holec®, MEM®, Santak and Moeller, provide customer-driven PowerChain Management® solutions to serve the power system needs of the industrial, institutional, government, utility, commercial, residential, IT, mission critical and OEM markets worldwide.
--more--
Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2007 sales of $13.0 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems and components for power quality, distribution and control; hydraulics components, systems and services for industrial and mobile equipment; hydraulics, fuel and pneumatic systems for commercial and military aircraft; intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy; and automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 79,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.

About Webcom, Inc.
Webcom, Inc. provides software solutions that simplify the quote-to-order process for the selling of complex products and services. Requiring only a browser, WebSource CPQ allows customers to configure, price, quote and propose their offerings across multiple sales and distribution channels, anytime, anywhere. WebSource CPQ not only handles the traditional bill of material, routing and diagram generation tasks frequently associated with product configurators, but also addresses the guided selling, proposal generation and multi-level channel management tasks associated with sales configurators. The solution helps drive increased revenues and margins, increased customer satisfaction, reduced costs and improved productivity. Companies utilizing Webcom's products and services include Rockwell Automation, Danfoss, Corning Cable Systems, Network Appliance, Grayhill and GE Industrial Systems. Founded in 1997, Webcom is a privately held corporation headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with offices in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit Webcom at http://www.webcominc.com or call 414-273-4442 (toll free 877-508-6323).

Media Contact:
Webcom, Inc.
Chris Lesar
(262) 617-8231

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InventHelp Clients Invent Maintenance Tool To Simplify Clevis Removal

Two InventHelp clients from Beebe, Ark., have invented a hand tool for removing clevises from trucks, tractors and trailers.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 22, 2008 -- InventHelp announces that two of its clients, inventors from Beebe, Ark., have invented a hand tool for removing clevises from trucks, tractors and trailers. The inventors have created a prototype.

The CLEVIS PULLER would enable the mechanic to remove a stubborn clevis quickly, easily, and without a torch, screwdriver, punch or wrench. This invention is producible in versions for use with diesel-truck and tractor clutch and braking systems, and trailer braking systems.

The inventors' experiences and observations prompted the development of the CLEVIS PULLER. "I was tired of having to heat clevises with a torch to remove them," one inventor said.

The original design was submitted to the Memphis office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 04-MEM-161, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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Kozio Supports Freescale's Latest Storage Processors MPC837x

Helping design teams deliver an optimal test strategy.

Longmont, CO (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Kozio™, Inc. (www.kozio.com), the leading provider of automated hardware functional test for digital circuit boards, announced today support for the latest Freescale PowerQUICC® II Pro storage processors, the MPC8377E, MPC8378E, and MPC8379E. The Kozio solution simplifies product development by providing complete hardware validation suites for design, manufacturing and to ship with the product. Kozio is helping manufacturers of storage equipment succeed in the challenge of rapidly releasing new products to meet consumer demands.

Kozio's kDiagnostics™ provides a manufacturing solution for functional testing of Freescale-based hardware, including the MPC837xE series of processors, as well as numerous other CPUs and chipsets. Standard hardware test suites include focus, flow, and stress testing for DDR2, USB, PCI, PCI Express, SATA-II, Gigabit Ethernet, and other components which can save man-years of test development effort. With Kozio's functional test technology you isolate failures to components at full processor speeds, reducing your test cost, improving product quality, and improving customer satisfaction.

kDiagnostics is in use today by Freescale and Micetek to validate the production of the MPC8377E and MPC8379E reference design boards. Kozio delivered a validation solution to Micetek in Taiwan where they are using it for production line validation.

"Embedded device manufacturers continue to pursue advanced methods of testing new product designs in order to rapidly ship reliable products," said Katie Butler, Storage marketing manager for Freescale Semiconductor. "Freescale is pleased to work with Kozio to leverage its world class hardware validation technology for Freescale-based circuit boards, helping customers world-wide improve test quality while reducing overall cost and development time."

"We enjoy working with Freescale and Micetek and look forward to helping other customers by providing a comprehensive circuit board test solution for any design based on Freescale's PowerQUICC processors," said Joe Skazinski, president of Kozio.

The MPC8379E-RDB reference platform is a highly integrated board targeting SMB business and high-end consumer applications such as Network Attached Storage (NAS) with RAID 5, multifunction printers, and office-in-a box solutions. Kozio engineered its off-the-shelf test solutions to speed up and simplify product development while addressing the needs of application-specific requirements of consumer and business storage equipment markets.

About kDiagnostics™:
kDiagnostics represents an advanced evolution in automated circuit board testing. The core test functionality extends beyond structural and emulated test methods to validate memory subsystems, Gigabit Ethernet channels, PCI Express busses, SATA channels, and USB data paths by providing stress testing using advanced processors features such as DMA channels. The beauty of the solution is that it requires less than an hour to set up and choose test cases, a minimal connection to the target, and simple loopback plugs.

The kDiagnostics Manufacturing Suite provides a state-of-the-art operator interface with full automation and test tracking. In addition to providing test coverage for all logic components, this technology programs NAND and NOR flash memories at their fastest programmable speeds.

Availability:
kDiagnostics and the Manufacturing Suite test automation software is available now. Pricing for kDiagnostics is set per the microprocessor family. Two week delivery is standard. Please contact Kozio Sales for additional information. www.kozio.com/contact/

About Kozio, Inc.:
Kozio™ delivers a thorough and extendable software validation suite to test circuit boards for embedded systems. Our tools compliment other technologies such as ICT, JTAG and Boundary Scan by providing full functional test during design and manufacturing. Our diagnostics platform includes test suites for NAND/NOR Flash memory, DDR, RapidIO®, PCI Express, USB and many other embedded technologies from AMCC, Freescale, Intel, Broadcom, Micron, and others. Our extensible test architecture gives the design and manufacturing test engineers more visibility into, and control of, their hardware with easier test automation. Kozio's validation tools have become the leading software for board bring-up, manufacturing test, power-on self-test (POST), technical support, and returns testing.

Kozio software reduces project schedule risk and development costs while increasing test coverage and end-product reliability. Technology companies across the globe use Kozio products. For more information, please visit www.kozio.com.

For further information, or to receive an online press kit, please contact:
Kozio, Inc.
+1 303-776-1356 x 1

Kozio, kDiagnostics, kPOST, SequenceRunner, SequenceReporter, and ValidationAssistant are trademarks of Kozio, Inc. All other product or technology names mentioned may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

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Grand ISS Continues to Innovate Counterfeiting Solutions with the Release of its Rapid Assessment of Infringement and Diversioning (R.A.I.D.) Program

A detection method designed to give businesses a head start in identifying, assessing, and controlling exposure to global counterfeiters.

St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Grand ISS is strengthening its specialized Counterfeit Abatement Team (C.A.T.) efforts by adding a unique application to deliver more value to clients. The Rapid Assessment of Infringement and Diversioning (R.A.I.D.) program acts as a first-step risk identification and data collection tool that enables clients to accelerate the pace of combating their counterfeiting problem. It puts sophisticated technology, methodology, and intelligence acquisition techniques to work as a means to reveal product-specific counterfeits, global location-specific exposures, and associated information that can be used to analyze the extent of the problem, pinpoint where it is most prevalent, and enhance strategic prevention planning.

"Basically R.A.I.D. provides businesses with immediate insights into their true counterfeit exposure," said Steven C. Purl, COO of Grand ISS. The program applies a rigorous global sweep  which on the average runs between 5 to 20 days  on one or all of a company's product lines to discover and identify with certainty counterfeit activities and other key areas of fraud. These areas include intellectual property theft, copyright infringement, supply chain diversion, licensed plant over-production, and manufacturing process duplication also known as product cloning. Based on need, the program can be employed annually, semi-annually or quarterly and used as a measurement technique to observe over time if counterfeiting activities are increasing or decreasing.

The new R.A.I.D. component introduces a first phase, low cost detection process that assures focused responsiveness in the custom design of the broader C.A.T. solution. The sophistication of the C.A.T. /R.A.I.D. approach yields accurate results that reflect an individual company's circumstances more quickly than conventional reporting methods. For clients it creates early awareness of significant risk issues and exposures; encourages better assessment for tailoring response strategies; maintains ongoing monitoring and tracking practices; improves reporting processes; and promotes precision in budget modeling and allocation based on actual risk findings.

"We are proud to be an innovator in today's anti-counterfeiting industry," said Mr. Purl. "The integration of the R.A.I.D. feature into our C.A.T. solution not only enhances the comprehensiveness of our portfolio, but it energizes our ability to make a difference in deterring, detecting, and defending against all levels of counterfeiting - whether it be the manufacture, distribution, or sale of counterfeit goods."

About GRAND ISS

Grand ISS is a global solutions provider delivering integrated services in the core areas of security, risk management consultancy, private intelligence and investigatory forensics. The company serves the interests of commercial, government, and private clients by offering structured solutions that meet individualized specifications. Focused on providing excellence in performance, Grand ISS works together with visionary partners such as Alion Science and Technology, Heritage International Assurance, and Ramora UK to simplify single source access to a powerful cooperative infrastructure. Working with highly experienced professionals in all niche service areas empowered with cutting edge technologies, clients can choose from a variety of mission-critical components and business processes sharply designed with the ability to interact within compact, multi-disciplined solutions. Addressing such critical issues as operational and safety threats, high risk incidents, emergency and crisis management, forensic analysis, and vulnerability and security measures, Grand ISS engages in a variety of complex functions that keep pace with today's changing dynamics. With access to the full expanse of its worldwide network which includes 2,600 special security operatives and over 3,700 forensic scientists, engineers and technicians located in research centers around the globe, Grand ISS effectively performs to improve efficiencies and extend capacity to assist clients reduce exposure to all types of risk, as well as facilitate the successful resolution of investigation and litigation matters. Grand ISS is co-located in St. Petersburg, Florida and Swindon, England. For more information, call 727.797.6545 or visit online at www.grandiss.com

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Taiwan Golden Quality Technology Co., Ltd Advances on OEM Manufacturing

For 2008, T.G.Q makes excellent progress to serve more OEM customers, it also keeps efforts to reach high level of quality control and management.

(PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Approaching a key millstone in 2008, Taiwan Golden Quality Technology Co., Ltd (T.G.Q) is planning to implement OEM production and moves toward TS16949 standard, it brings customers more choices for high-quality suspension components in auto market.

"It is our essential progress from AM to OEM manufacture this year. Comparing to the past, we show stronger capability in technology and more integrated service to customers." Mr. Patrick Wang, the General Manager of T.G.Q said in confidence.

Started in a punch machine manufacture, Mr. Mu Song Wang, President of T.G.Q and his brothers established Ching Yong Seng Factory (CCYS) in 1974. Mr. Wang successfully expanded his business into manufacturing of automobile chassis suspension system as the first stamping-welded Control Arm called "Honda Civic Ι" was made. In 2003, his professional team had developed Control Arms for more than 300 car models, such as MERCEDES, BENZ, BMW, AUDI, VW, PEUGEOT, OPEL, FORD, TOYOTA, HONDA, etc. Meanwhile, Taiwan Golden Quality Motor Technology Co., Ltd (T.G.Q) was officially founded in order to achieve outstanding service and efficient production.

Up to present, T.G.Q's annual sales amount reaches 6 million dollars, its products include wishbones, track control arms, ball joints, link stabilizers, bushes, rod assemblies, inner/outer tie rods and tie rod ends. It has built its own reputation worldwide, especially in Japan, North America and Europe.

In accordance with ISO9001 management system standard, T.G.Q factory with 5000m² efficiently produces 600,000 pieces of control arms and ball joints each and 1,000,000 pieces of bushes annually. Compare to other suppliers, T.G.Q more focused on strict on-stop operation from R&D design, material purchase, mold making, forging, pressing, welding, CNC machining, rubber vulcanization, assembling, to finishing, which shows not only its core competitive advantage, but first-rate quality guarantee. In addition to a solid and long-standing relationship with local upstream suppliers,T.G.Q ensures alloy and carbon steel material are sufficiently provided.

Adding to powerful technology support, T.G.Q also invented its patented process equipments for bush-making, it greatly enhances effectiveness and maximizes productivity.

Moreover, T.G.Q pays serious attention to stringent quality inspection, the procedure makes sure long-durability of all products. It includes Rockwell Hardness Test, Vickers Hardness, Roughness Test, Thickness Test, Impact Test, CMM Dimension Measurement, Taper Blueing Test, Yield Test, Bending Gap Measurement, Sampling Inspection.

As a highlight of diverse range of products, T.G.Q control arm has low weight, bucking and bending resistances, it is more sturdy under the impact of lateral, starting and braking force. This product could be processed sheet-metal, coil stamping, hot steel forging or aluminum alloy forging depends on customers' requirements. For installation of cushions and suspension arm, T.G.Q front control arm bushings come in handy as a great device, its elasticity highly supports all direction, minimizes transmission of noise and small vibrations through the chassis of the vehicle. More auto forging part, engine mounting, ball stud and ball joint are well-received.

Moreover, T.G.Q believes workforce is also an important strategic asset, so it ensures that employees at all levels have taken regular training courses for management skills and technology improvements.

Facing to increasing competition, T.G.Q attaches great importance to opportunities to meet worldwide customers in international trade shows, such as, Automechanika Frankfurt Germany, SAE World Congress, Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPX) Las Vegas, MMIS, AUTOTEC in Czech Republic.

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Solar Innovations, Inc. Announces the Expansion of the Victorian Conservatory Line

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial conservatories, greenhouses, skylights, sunrooms, folding and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, announces the expansion of the Victorian Conservatory line.

Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial conservatories, greenhouses, skylights, sunrooms, folding and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, announces the expansion of the Victorian Conservatory line.

Designed in an exuberant, ornate architectural style, Victorian conservatories by Solar Innovations, Inc. can be used to enhance the vision and value of any property. Solar has released additional decorative elements to enhance any conservatory and increase the Victorian Conservatory options available. These creatively constructed features are an ideal place for relaxing with family and friends or seeking peaceful solitude.

Solar Innovations' conservatories can now embody the traditional characteristics of architecture in the Victorian Era through careful planning and design. Victorian structures are distinguished by highly decorative accessories, steeply pitched roofs, hipped roofs, gables, roof lanterns, a rectangular shape, and tall, narrow windows.

In keeping with the Victorian ornamental style, Solar Innovations, Inc. offers several standard and custom manufactured aluminum crestings and finials to adorn the conservatory roof line. These decorative elements are placed on the ridge of the structure and can be mixed and matched to suit each customer's taste. Beyond the typical adornments, Solar Innovations, Inc. offers decorative gutters and downspouts to create functional, aesthetically appealing elements. Grids are an additional enhancement for Solar Innovations' Victorian conservatory windows. Traditional grids add to the Victorian feel of the tall, narrow windows; however, Solar Innovations, Inc. offers four alternative exterior grid SDL designs. Transoms and base panels can also be embellished with traditional style grids.

Solar Innovations, Inc. also offers glazing patterns, either in etch, applied lead, applied grids, or v-groove, to be placed primarily in transoms. In addition to glazing embellishments, ornamental selections of decorative appliqués are available for use in ring and collar ties. Aluminum extruded and cast accessories like columns, headers and appliqués can also be incorporated into a conservatory to enhance its features. To further authenticate the Victorian architecture, Solar Innovations, Inc. has added fanlights to its accessories. These lites may be placed under the eaves of the conservatory, separated from the doors and windows by a transom. Solar Innovations' fanlights are semi-circular windows with rods or bars to represent an open fan.

A particularly Victorian feature, roof lanterns are also available from Solar Innovations, Inc. to complement the design of the new structure or to be installed independently. Incorporating a roof lantern into the conservatory can prove to be an appealing feature not only to the conservatory, but to the home as well. Roof lanterns are generally installed above the main roof line to increase their emphasis and create a focal point on the structure.

Victorian conservatories by Solar Innovations are available in all of the standard Solar Innovations, Inc. color options or cladding options can be incorporated: copper, stainless steel, and bronze. Some of the more tradition style conservatories are completed with wood; solid wood interior options include Mahogany and Spanish cedar, while wood laminates are available in Western Red Cedar and Southern Yellow Pine are also available from Solar Innovations, Inc.

For more information on Solar Innovations' new Victorian conservatory designs please contact the marketing department at (skylight @ solarinnovations.com) or call 800-618-0669.

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World Instant Noodles Market to Reach 158.7 Billion Packs by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts

Driven by the ever-rising demand for convenience foods, and continuous innovation in product flavors and packaging, the world instant noodles market is projected to reach 158.7 billion packs by the year 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- One of the strongest and enduring growth drivers in the world instant noodles market is the truly functional concept of convenience epitomized and embodied by the product. In addition to convenience, other factors lending traction to the market's growth include easy preparation, preservability, affordability, rich taste, and numerous flavor choices. The market stands enthused by the increasing number of nuclear families, rise in disposable incomes, increased interest in ethnic eastern cuisines, and fast vanishing time, skill and knowledge of cooking. The proclivity of consumers to pay utmost attention to the nutritional value of food products is resulting in the growing popularity of vitamins, and minerals fortified instant noodles. This transition of instant noodles into a healthy, and nutritious food product marks the product's second stage of evolution, and is expected to offer expanded growth opportunities in the world market.

Asia-Pacific ranks as the largest and fastest growing market worldwide, with growth in this region stemming largely due to the widespread retail distribution system, and the massive levels of product innovation, and publicity undertaken. After decades of aggressively spearheading the development of instant noodles, Japan presently a mature market, is characterized by leveling consumption patterns, and increased product overcrowding, and is being eclipsed by the growing dominance of China.

Innovations in flavors, such as, Chinese style wakame (seaweed), Indian style masala, and curry flavors, kimchi or Korean hot pickle flavors, tomato-basil, and seafood, harusame (bean-starch) flavors, are expected to keep consumer enthusiasm, and interest alive. In addition, flavor innovations are also helping the humble instant noodles metamorphose into an haute multi-flavored cuisine. Gourmet-style instant noodles are witnessing increased demand despite their premium retail prices. As stated by the recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., Asia represents a large and a robust market for instant noodles flaunting a projected CAGR of 10.91% over the period 2011 through 2015. Rapidly growing Asian markets include Philippines, and Vietnam, which together are forecast to witness sales of approximately 13.8 billion packs by the year 2012. In the United States, and Europe growth in consumption is expected to stem from the growing popularity of Asian gourmet food among non-Asians, and the rapidly expanding Asian communities in the West.

Leading global and regional players operating in the industry include Nissin Food Products Co. Ltd., Acecook Vietnam Co., Ltd, Ajinomoto Company Inc., Blue Dragon, CJ Corporation, Fukushima Foods Company Ltd, Hebei Hualong Food Group Co. Ltd, HJ Heinz Co Ltd, Kohlico Group, Mamee-Double Decker (M) Berhad, Myojo Foods Company (Singapore) Private Limited, Nong Shim Co Ltd, Nestlé India Ltd, New Dragon Asia Corp., Pt. Indofood Sukses Makmur TBK, PT Jakaranatama Food Industry, PT Sentrafood Indonusa, Samyang Foods Co., Ltd, Sco-Fro Foods Ltd, Tat Hui Foods Pte Ltd, Thai President Foods Public Company Limited, Toyo Suisan Kaisha, Ltd, and Uni-President Enterprises Corp, among others.

The report titled "Instant Noodles: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market drivers, trends, issues, challenges, companies, products, and competition. Richly annotated with authoritative, and unbiased commentaries, and hard-to-find statistical facts, the report provides unequivocal views on future potential while throwing light on the prevailing climate in global/regional markets. Latent demand patterns are quantified across major geographic market verticals including the United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Russia, China/Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand, Latin America, and Middle East/Africa. Also provided in the report is an enumeration of recent mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities.

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Talvor Motorhomes Business Boom

TALVOR Motorhomes' rapid growth has made them the largest Australian recreational vehicle manufacturer in their class. Talvor's 2007 expansions contributed to an incredible 1200% increase in manufacturing capacity over the last three years.

Brisbane, Queensland (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- TALVOR Motorhomes' rapid growth has made them the largest Australian recreational vehicle manufacturer in their class. Talvor's 2007 expansions contributed to an incredible 1200% increase in manufacturing capacity over the last three years.

The business doubled their production space, and also invested in a dedicated store front, inventory management and materials handling equipment, giving RV enthusiasts even greater access to Talvor, quality campervan manufacturer Australia.

After less than three years operation, Talvor's annual vehicle output has increased to over 500 per annum. "We are now able to provide a wider range of RV solutions to meet our client's needs even more efficiently, which is a great result for everyone involved," said Paul Truman, Business Manager.

Talvor manufactures Motorhomes and Campervans for both commercial and private use. "We have vehicles to suit all needs" Mr Truman said. The Talvor fleet ranges from the economical two berth HiTop and Hippie Campers to the luxurious four and six berth flagship vehicles, the Euro Elite and Euro Deluxe.

The company's rapid expansion from its inception in 2005 is attributed to its "experienced and dedicated team" Mr Truman said.

Talvor is an affiliated company of Apollo Motorhome Holidays, the largest privately owned leisure vehicle operator in the Southern Hemisphere, with a fleet of over 2500 vehicles. Luke Trouchet, Apollo CEO said "I am incredibly proud of the Talvor Motorhomes success story.

"The Apollo family's 20 years industry experience undoubtedly contributed to their incredible achievements." Mr Trouchet said. Operating 12 branches across Australia and New Zealand including car hire New Zealand , Apollo also recently opened in the USA. The company employs over 200 people and has a multi-million dollar turnover.

Initial Source: http://www.apollocamper.com/press/pdfs/Talvor-Motorhomes-Business-Boom-080408.pdf

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Dimethylacetamide Market in China to Reach 17.4 Thousand Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts

Driven by the steady migration from the use of traditional solvents to DMAc in key end-use markets, such as pharmaceutical, pesticide and dyestuff/pigment, the Chinese dimethylacetamide (DMAc) market is projected to reach 17.4 thousand metric tons by the year 2010. As estimated in the year 2008, polyimide films ranks as the largest end-use application market cornering over 46% of the total consumption of DMAc in China.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Rising awareness about the benefits offered by DMAc's is leading to its increased use as a solvent in key end-use markets. Pharmaceutical, paint and coatings, polyimide films and chemical fiber industries, in particular, are expected to offer ample opportunities for growth. The rise in the number of establishments of production units for plastic polyamide films, acrylonitrile spinning, and acrylic fiber across the country, is expected to help expand the consumption of DMAc'. Demand for DMAc in fiber production is largely driven by China's lucrative chemical fibers industry, which produces close to 50% of the fibers demanded by the Asian textile industry. Dimethylacetamide market in China has come a long way from the year 1991, when consumption was estimated at 722.53 metric tons.

As stated by the recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., pharmaceuticals and pesticides End-use Market holds the highest growth potential with CAGR projected in excess of 14.9% over the period 2011 through 2015. Consumption of DMAc in the polyacrylonitrile fibers end-use market is forecast to reach 8,013 metric tons by the year 2012.

Leading players operating in the industry include Shanghai Jingwei Chemical Co., Shanghai Wellwing Enterprise Inc, Ningbo Yide Fine Chemical Co. Ltd., Realsun Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Hebei Huaxu Chemical Co. Ltd., Pacific Chemsource Inc., Shanghai Xinhua Chemical Plant, Shanghai Jizhong Chemical Plant, and Taminco NV.

The report titled "Dimethylacetamide: A Chinese Market Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market drivers, trends, issues, and challenges prevalent in the Chinese market. Richly annotated with authoritative, and unbiased commentaries, and hard-to-find statistical facts, the report provides unequivocal views on future potential while throwing light on the prevailing climate in key end-use application markets. End-use markets analyzed in the report include Polyimide Films, Polyacrylonitrile Fibers, and Pharmaceuticals and Pesticides. Latent demand patterns are quantified across each of the end-use application markets in China. Also provided in the report is an enumeration of recent mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities.

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Packaging Machinery Market Projected to Cross the $40 Billion Mark in 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Demand for packaging machinery is fuelled by emerging trends of packaging as a marketing tool and escalating consumer preferences for package convenience and product information. Product and technological innovations, rising equipment standardization and mounting packaging concerns are characteristic of new trends in the industry. Global packaging machinery market is projected to reach $40.3 billion by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Growth in the packaging of consumer goods, pharmaceuticals and cosmetic products is expected to be robust due to the aging population in industrialized countries and increasing affluence of developing economies in Eastern Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Value-added packaging is the most predominant global market trend that is driving demand for new and efficient machinery. In addition, advent of new technologies, development of complex packaging materials, trends in food consumption and preparation, and design, shape, reusability, size and convenience of packages have a profound impact on the structure and performance of the machinery market. Integration, automation, standardization, environmental safety, versatility, shorter turnaround times and faster changeover continue to be the key growth drivers in the global packaging machinery market.

European market for packaging machinery, largest worldwide is estimated at $12.7 billion, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. US and Europe collectively account for nearly 60% of the global packaging machinery market. Global form-fill-seal machinery market is estimated at $5.3 billion. Coding/marking/labeling machinery market in Asia-Pacific is projected to grow at a compounded annual rate of 8.6% over the period 2000-2010.

The global marketplace includes participants such as Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Accraply, Bradman Lake Group, B&H Labeling Systems, Belco Packaging Systems, CKD Corp, Coesia SpA, Dover Corp, Doyen Medipharm, EDL Packaging Engineers, Fleximation AG, Harland Machine Systems, Herma UK Ltd, Illinois Tool Works, IMA SpA, KHS USA, Krones AG, Lantech, Loveshaw Corporation, Masterfil Limited, MeadWestvaco Corp, Medical Engineering Technologies, Molins PLC, M&O Perry Industries, Newman Labeling Systems, Ocme UK, Orion Packaging Systems, Robert Bosch GmbH Packaging Technology, Scandia Packaging Machinery, SIG Combibloc, Strapack Corporation, Tegrant Corporation, Tetra Laval, Sidel SA, Tetra Pak, Uhlmann Pac-Systeme GmbH, Visual Packaging Group, Weber Marking Systems and Winpak Ltd.

"Packaging Machinery: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, players, competition, technological developments, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics for the period 2000-2015 are provided in terms of product segments including Aseptic Packaging Machinery, Blister Packaging Machinery, Bottles Cleaning/Drying Machinery, Bottling and Canning Machinery, Cartoning/Case Forming Machinery, Coding/Marking/Labeling Machinery, Flexible Packaging Machinery (Form-Fill-Seal Machinery & Pouching Machinery), Laminating/Delaminating Machinery, Palletizing Machinery, PET Packaging Machinery, Testing/Inspecting/ Detecting Machinery, Thermo Forming Machinery, Vacuum Packaging Machinery, Wrapping Machinery (Bundling/ Strapping/ Lacing Machinery, Individual Wrapping Machinery, Over-Wrapping Machinery, Shrink Wrapping Machinery, Stretch Wrapping Machinery & Twist Wrapping Machinery), Miscellaneous Packaging Machinery and Packaging Machinery Accessories and Parts.

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World Copper Consumption to Reach 21.2 Million Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Consumption of copper in the world market is forecast to reach 21.2 million metric tons by the year 2010. Chile is the largest producer of mined copper worldwide, followed by the United States. Other major producers of mined copper include Canada, Indonesia, Australia, Peru, Russia, Poland, India and Mexico.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Future growth in world copper consumption is expected to stem from the possible expansion of copper applications in electric/battery-powered cars. Additionally, rising demand for copper cables designed to handle digital transmissions is also forecast to drive growth in copper consumption in the upcoming years. In terms of regional market opportunities, Asia-Pacific, especially China is forecast to drive growth in the global copper market. Mirroring the unfavorable business climate in the domestic construction industry, demand for copper in building and construction end-use market in United States is forecast to lethargically inch upto 1.16 million metric tons by the year 2010. As stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., copper consumption in electrical and electronic end-use market in Asia-Pacific is projected to reach 4.03 million metric tons by the year 2012.

Major players in the copper market include Anglo American PLC, Antofagasta Plc, BHP Billiton Group, Cambridge Lee Industries LLC, Codelco, Vale Inco, First Quantum Minerals Ltd, Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc, The Furukawa Electric Co., Grupo México S.A.B. DE C.V, Global Brass and Copper Inc, Inmet Mining Corporation, Jiangxi Copper Company Limited, KGHM Polska MiedŸ S.A, KME Germany AG, Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co. Ltd, Nippon Mining & Metals Co., Ltd, Norddeutsche Affinerie AG, Norilsk Nickel, Rio Tinto Group, Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd, Teck Cominco Limited and UMMC Holding Corporation.

"Copper: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, primary producers and consumers of copper, exports/imports scenario and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and rest of world. Analytics from 1991 through 2015 are provided in terms of end use segments including building and construction, electrical and electronic, industrial machinery and equipment, transportation and consumer and general products.

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Global Steel Wire Market Projected to Reach $23.7 Billion in 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Tremendous growth in developing economies, particularly China and India is fuelling market growth. Backed by various favorable trends, the steel wire market is projected to reach $23.7 billion in 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- The steel industry's business cycles reflect the general economic activity of a nation. Steel wire being a part of steel industry is highly dependent on the buoyancy of its end-use industries. Conditions in construction and automotive industries largely determine demand for wire products worldwide. Rampant economic expansion in China has catapulted the nation as the largest and fastest growing consumer of steel and steel products in the world. Growing investment in infrastructure and higher disposable incomes in several developing economies are key factors driving growth in steel and its derivative products.

Steel wire market in Asia-Pacific is estimated at $9.4 billion, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific and Europe collectively account for more than 70 percent of the global steel wire market. European carbon steel wire market is expected to reach $4.6 billion by 2010. Global market for alloy steel wires is expected to grow at a compounded annual rate of 4% over the period 2001-2010. Asia-Pacific accounts for about 43% of the global stainless steel wire market.

The global marketplace includes participants such as Arcelor Mittal, Bridon, Carrington Wire, Davis Wire Corp, Insteel Industries, Ivaco Inc, Kobe Steel, Leggett & Platt, NV Bekaert, Pohang Iron & Steel, Steel Authority of India, Tata Steel, Tree Island Industries and Wire Rope Industries.

"Steel Wire: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends and issues, drivers, product profile, players, competitive landscape, technological developments, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets including United States, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics for the period 1991-2015 are provided in terms of product segments including Carbon Steel Wire (Plain, Plated /Coated with Zinc and Other Coated), Alloy Steel Wire (Plain and Coated), and Stainless Steel Wire (Round and Others).

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B4 Consulting Becomes SAP Channel Partner for SAP Business All-in-One

B4 Consulting will resell and implement SAP® Business All-in-One solutions for midsized companies in North America - focus will be on professional services.

Waltham, Mass. (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- B4 Consulting, delivering comprehensive Business Performance Management, implementation and support services for SAP® solutions, today announced it is an SAP channel partner authorized to resell the SAP Business All-in-One solutions. SAP Business All-in-One is a comprehensive, proven solution with preconfigured, industry-specific business processes to enable predictable and affordable implementations. Optimized for midsize companies, SAP Business All-in-One has the flexibility to adapt and extend as a business evolves and grows. B4 Consulting is also an SAP channel partner for SAP Business One, SAP's integrated, affordable business management application designed specifically for small and growing businesses.

"We have a singular focus on selling and implementing SAP solutions to the mid-market, said Klaus Schottenhamel, president and CEO of B4 Consulting. "Therefore, our inclusion in the channel partner program for SAP Business All-in-One is completely complementary to our service portfolio and more importantly, it strengthens our offerings to SAP customers - specifically those who provide project-based and operations services."

With its designation as an authorized SAP channel partner for SAP Business All-in-One, B4 now provides a complete solution that encompasses all facets required for successful implementation, including SAP Business All-in-One software licensing, implementation services, training and documentation, staffing and optimization and support. B4 Consulting will deliver the solution on a fixed-priced basis to major regional markets throughout the U.S.

"SAP is continually building and strengthening its partner ecosystem, and we are pleased to include B4 Consulting among those SAP partners who are delivering deep and rich portfolios of industry-specific solutions - now including SAP Business All-in-One - to mid-market customers," noted Glenn Wada, senior vice president and general manager of SAP America, Inc. "SAP channel partners for SAP Business All-in-One help extend the value of best-practice, SAP micro-vertical solutions through fixed-priced rapid implementations. Moreover, these solutions enable companies to evolve and grow their businesses over time at minimized costs and with little or no disruption to ongoing operations."

About B4 Consulting, Inc.
An SAP channel partner that has achieved gold-level status, B4 Consulting integrates business processes and technologies globally for customers who want enhanced results from their SAP solutions. With services for Business Performance Management, implementation and system integration, and Application Management Services, B4 helps small, midsize, and large enterprises optimize profits and throughput to enhance business performance. An SAP channel partner authorized to resell SAP Business One and SAP Business All-in-One, B4 also supports the SAP Business Suite applications. Formerly known as IMG Americas - a company of S&T - B4 maintains a relationship with S&T, which has offices in 22 countries. B4 has headquarters in Greater Boston with offices in Greater Philadelphia, Chicago, New York City, and Mountain View as well as in Stuttgart, Germany. Visit www.b4-consulting.com.

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Digium and Dicar Networks Join Forces to Impact The World of VoIP and Telephony

Demonstrating their commitment to provide the world with full-featured telephony systems at low price points, Digium and Dicar Networks are joining forces to impact the world of VoIP and telephony in California.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 - Demonstrating their commitment to provide the world with full-featured telephony systems at low price points, Digium and Dicar Networks are joining forces to impact the world of VoIP and telephony in California.

Recognizing that small and medium businesses have unique communication needs, this powerful duo will promote the latest generation of Switchvox IP PBX products, providing advanced communication systems with greater flexibility and freedom.

"We are thrilled to be chosen as Digium's select partner," announced Dicar Networks CEO Armando Garcia. "Switchvox is an exceptional product, backed by a world-class organization."

Switchvox, being compatible with today's high speed data networks and traditional telephony infrastructure is allowing businesses to say goodbye to cumbersome monolithic PBX systems of the past - giving smaller organizations the ability to grow from a single office into a global network, without breaking the bank.

"It seems unfathomable that in order to get something better, businesses are replacing expensive systems like Avaya with a solution that costs half as much, but that's exactly what's happening," said Dicar Networks CEO Armando Garcia.

This new generation of Switchvox is a highly advanced telephone solution that provides an innovative bridge between a business phone system and the power of Web 2.0. The switchboard which runs right in your web browser (IE or Firefox) has been proven to save time, save money and provide enhanced customer service.

Receptionists can see who's on the phone, transfer calls quickly and easily using drag and drop, as well as park and retrieve calls from the parking lot. Supervisors can see which employees are on the phone, know who they are talking to, as well as record and monitor calls.

Salespeople can integrate with Salesforce.com and SugarCRM for more efficient Customer Relations Management. Switchvox even integrates with Google Maps, placing a map pin to identify where a call originated, thus allowing businesses to provide locally relevant information in seconds.
And, if employees find themselves performing routine tasks when a phone call comes in, Switchvox can be set to automatically look up and display important information, such as recent orders or accounting data -- ensuring that front line personnel are prepared and well-informed. Clearly, advantages that a growing business will find hard to resist.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release (or for more information) visit http://www.dicarnetworks.com.

About Dicar Networks:
Since Dicar Networks opened in 2001 the San Jose, California based company has developed into a premier provider of network solutions -- including VoIP, cabling, PBX and now ESI systems. With a highly skilled team of engineers, designers and operations experts Dicar Networks offers custom fit, on-budget solutions which meet the current and future needs of customers in the Bay area.

Contact:
Armando Garcia, CEO
Dicar Networks
(408) 850-6400

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Axion Spatial Imaging Announces Shareholder Update Regarding Shares Issued and Outstanding

LAS VEGAS (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) April 21, 2008 -- Axion Spatial Imaging (Pink Sheets: ASII) announced today an update to shareholders regarding the current number of shares issued and outstanding.

As of April 21, 2008 the current shares issued and outstanding is 800,000,000. The authorized shares remaining are 1,000,000,000 and there have been no changes to that number. Due to many inquiries by shareholders, we have decided to make a public announcement to inform our shareholders of the correct figures.

“We are excited about the Company’s future and are looking forward to finalizing the current letters of intent we have pending. The Company will be making further announcements regarding its pending LOIs, expansion plans, and updates on current operations shortly,” stated Axion Spatial Imaging Inc. President Ricardo Perez Rodriguez.

Safe Harbor Statement:

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth above may be forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those in the forward-looking statements. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend" and similar expressions, as they relate to the Company or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the current beliefs of management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors such as the level of business and consumer spending, the amount of sales of the Company's products, the competitive environment within the industry, the ability of the Company to continue to expand its operations, the level of costs incurred in connection with the Company's expansion efforts, economic conditions in the industry and the financial strength of the Company's customers and suppliers. The Company does not undertake any obligations to update such forward-looking statements. Investors are also directed to consider all other risks and uncertainties.

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Interactive Edge and Newell Rubbermaid Presenting at SAPPHIRE '08

Interactive Edge client to demonstrate improved relationship with key leading retailers

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Interactive Edge, award-winning provider of data analysis and presentation solutions, today announced its participation in SAPPHIRE '08. Interactive Edge will be presenting with one of their clients, Newell Rubbermaid, at the annual SAP SAPPHIRE Event being held May 5-7, 2008 in Orlando, Florida. Steve Sigrist, VP of Sales Operations and Supply Chain for Newell Rubbermaid, and Brian Yarnell, Director of Product Management for Interactive Edge, will be demonstrating how XP3 Presentation Builder from Interactive Edge has driven bottom-line growth at Newell Rubbermaid's key leading retailers. Newell Rubbermaid has been able to enhance visibility into supply chain issues, facilitate order flow and replenishment strategy, and effectively communicate opportunities and issues to the retailers' teams. Details regarding SAP SAPPHIRE '08 can be found at http://www.sap.com/about/events/sapphire/index.epx.

SAPPHIRE '08 is the one place where senior executives, business managers, and decision-makers can come together to explore how innovative business solutions foster long-term, profitable growth.

About XP3 Presentation Builder and XP3 Data Tools -- Turning Data into Revenue
XP3 Presentation Builder is a set of business-user-friendly tools that maximize ROI on data investments. XP3 Presentation Builder leverages organizations' existing expertise in Microsoft Office, allowing end-users to create, present and distribute dynamic, data-driven Microsoft PowerPoint presentations against virtually any source of data. XP3 Presentation Builder also contains an intuitive framework to create and distribute best-practices within Microsoft PowerPoint, and the ability to automatically generate multiple, complete data-driven Microsoft PowerPoint decks based on iterative business logic. XP3 Presentation Builder is a Certified for SAP NetWeaver integration, and connects seamlessly to existing SAP systems. For information on how Interactive Edge works with SAP, visit: https://www.sdn.sap.com/irj/sdn/bpx-consumerproducts.

XP3 Data Tools provides a highly efficient, scalable solution to load and manage virtually any source of data for use with XP3's front-end tools--with no need for custom configuration or coding. XP3 Data Tools provides both the ability to extract value from any source of data, and the framework to make the process simple, consistent, and repeatable. XP3 Data Tools works on industry standard databases and OLAP platforms, and scales from individual users' machines to enterprise applications with thousands of end-users. Interactive Edge also markets DataDefractor, a tool that has the ability to normalize data for loading into SAP NetWeaver BI.
About Interactive Edge

Interactive Edge LLC develops and markets data solutions designed to put the right information, in the right hands, at the right time.

The Company's flagship solution, the award-winning XP3, combines a powerful data analysis engine with flexible end-user tools to summarize and illustrate useful, compelling information on demand; and has proven itself highly effective as a point-of-impact solution for distributed sales and management teams. Interactive Edge is a Microsoft® Certified Partner and a SAP Certified Integration Partner. The Company was recently awarded First Place in SAP's DemoJam at TechEd 2007 Las Vegas based on the most innovative application of user-friendly technology against the SAP solution stack to drive business value, and is also the recipient of multiple Consumer Goods Technology awards, including "Best in Class for Sales Force Automation & Analytics" and "#1 in Customer Experience" for two consecutive years. Headquartered in New York, NY, customers include Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages, OSRAM Sylvania, Newell Rubbermaid, and many Fortune 500 consumer goods and services providers. Further information about the company and XP3 is available at www.interactiveedge.com.

EDITORS' NOTE: Copies of this news release, as well as the company's press kit, are available by faxing requests to 212-462-4211, or by e-mailing pmoriarty@interactiveedge.com

(c) 2008 Interactive Edge LLC. All rights reserved. Interactive Edge, XP3 and XP3 Suite are trademarks of Interactive Edge LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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InventHelp Client Invents Clamp Tool Kit

An InventHelp Client from Garden Grove, Calif., has designed a tool kit that would aid the user when working with metal clamps.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- InventHelp announces that one of its clients, an inventor from Garden Grove, Calif., has designed a tool kit that would aid the user when working with metal clamps. The inventor has created a prototype.

The CLAMP COMPRESSION AND SCREW RETAINER was developed to provide a convenient way to apply a fastener to a metal clamp so that additional clamps can be connected easily. The inventor believes that the kit could enhance the user's safety when working with metal clamps, and that it could increase worker productivity. The tool system also would feature a comfortable, ergonomic design that would be adaptable for use by both left- and right-handed individuals. Additionally, the CLAMP COMPRESSION AND SCREW RETAINER would be compact and easily portable, which would make it ideal for use in confined spaces.

The inventor came up with this idea based on his professional experience. "As an aircraft mechanic, I'm often forced to work in confined spaces, such as an aircraft fuel tank," he said. "Working with clamps and fasteners in such cramped spaces is difficult, so I developed this idea to make it easier."

The original design was submitted to the Anaheim office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 07-AMC-5124, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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Baxa Environmental Program Nets Significant Results

In celebration of Earth Day tomorrow, Baxa Corporation announces significant increase in environmental benefits through environmental stewardship and recycling programs. Baxa is committed to manufacturing operations that minimize the opportunity for environmental harm and support sustainable resources. As a healthcare products provider, Baxa strives to choose the most efficient materials for its products -- those that have the greatest potential for patient safety and clinical efficacy and the least potential for adverse environmental impact.

Englewood, Colo. (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Baxa Corporation is committed to manufacturing operations that minimize the opportunity for environmental harm and support sustainable resources. As a healthcare products provider, Baxa strives to choose the most efficient materials for our products -- those that have the greatest potential for patient safety and clinical efficacy and the least potential for adverse environmental impact. More recently, the company has adopted a number of 'green' initiatives for further reducing our environmental impact and supporting our goals for environmental stewardship.

For 2007, according to data provided by Waste Management the company's waste and recycling hauler, Baxa recycling efforts resulted in the following environmental savings:

288 cu yd of landfill airspace saved
1,399 mature trees saved
38,110 gallons of oil saved
1,975 gallons of gasoline saved
576,170 gallons of water saved
337,471 kw-hr of electricity saved

"In addition to our corporate-level programs, each year, Baxa promotes Earth Day through fun associate activities," notes Steve vanEngen, Senior VP of Operations. "This year the company plans to make a longer-term impact by providing a reusable grocery bag to each associate." VanEngen continues, "We'll also be making our results more visible by posting the company's 2007 recycling statistics, so that both associates and visitors can see the positive impact our company is making through recycling."

In addition to the more traditional green programs of recycling and waste management, the Baxa manufacturing plant features state-of-the-art efficiency in lighting, air handling and process control. Its manufacturing processes do not consume water and the company recycles all supplies, such as paper, cardboard and plastic, that can be reused and/or recycled. Materials used in producing and packaging Baxa disposable products are chosen for the least impact on the environment when they are burned or disposed. Continuous improvement programs ensure that all processes are continually examined and updated to ensure elimination of unnecessary activities, reducing energy consumption, optimizing product packaging to reduce cost and waste, and addressing regulatory requirements.

Baxa Corporation strives to address environmental impact in all of its operations -- whether they are manufacturing or office activities. The company operates under full compliance with the WEEE (European Waste Electrical and Electronics Equipment) Directive and promotes environmental stewardship in both global and local venues.

About Baxa Corporation
Baxa, a customer-focused medical device company, provides innovative, solution-based technologies for medication handling and delivery. Its systems and devices promote the safe and efficient preparation, handling, packaging, and administration of medications. Key products include the PadLock® Set Saver, Rapid-Fill™ Automated Syringe Fillers, Exacta-Med® Oral Dispensers, MicroFuse® Syringe Infusers, Repeater™ Pharmacy Pumps, and Exacta-Mix™ and MicroMacro™ Multi-Source Automated Compounders; used worldwide in hospitals and healthcare facilities. Privately held, Baxa Corporation has subsidiaries and sales offices in Canada and the United Kingdom; direct representation in Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and Switzerland; and distribution partners worldwide. Further information is available at http://www.baxa.com.

Contacts:
Marian Robinson, Vice President, Marketing
Baxa Corporation http://www.baxa.com - 800.567.2292 ext. 2157 or 303.617.2157

Maggie Chamberlin Holben, APR
Absolutely Public Relations http://www.absolutelypr.com - 303.984.9801 or 303.669.3558

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Quaker Oats, Liz Claiborne Cosmetics and Other Leading Companies To Present at CP 08 Contract Packaging Conference

Executives from leading consumer packaged goods companies such as Quaker Oats, Liz Claiborne, Bath & Body Works (Limited Brands) will speak at CP 08: Succeeding with Contract Packaging. Presenters will share strategies for innovating with contract packagers

Chicago, IL, (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Professionals from Quaker Oats, Liz Claiborne, and other leading organizations will speak at CP 08 (http://www.contractpackagingmag.com/CP08), scheduled for September 16-17 at the Chicago Marriott Schaumburg. Now in its second year, CP 08: Succeeding with Contract Packaging, is an educational and networking event focused exclusively on contract packaging challenges and solutions. CP 08 is produced by Summit Publishing Company's business magazines Contract Packaging and Packaging World, in cooperation with the Contract Packaging Association.

Innovative contract-packaging practices will be the theme of this year's conference. Speakers include Opening Keynote presenter Jeff George, vice president of R&D at Quaker Oats, a division of PepsiCo. George will outline the imperative for bringing new ideas into package development, pose questions that buyers and sellers of contract packaging services should ask to gauge each other's ability to be innovative, and offer ideas for fresh ways of approaching the traditional package creation and development process to create the best possible package within budget.

Also presenting will be Closing Keynote speaker William Zhou, manager international operations, Liz Claiborne Cosmetics. His presentation will discuss "Liz Claiborne's Strategy: Integrating Contract Packaging and Innovation" and Douglas Miller, production and operations manager at Bath & Body Works, discussing "Designing for Manufacturability: Making Contract Packaging a Team Player." John Helferich, a Batten Fellow in the Darden School at the University of Virginia, will go into further detail on mass-customization best practices, expanding on his well-received presentation at sold-out CP 07. Helferich is the former vice president of research and development at Masterfoods USA. Additional speakers will be confirmed in the coming weeks.

Jim George, Editor of Contract Packaging magazine and conference moderator, shares his thoughts. "Attendees to our first conference were thrilled with the quality of content and the networking opportunities. For CP 08, we've raised the bar, content-wise, by offering concurrent breakout tracks. One track will be devoted to secondary- and display-packaging strategies and the other will explore sustainability issues. If you're looking for innovative ideas across your operations and two days of networking opportunities with your peers, CP 08 is a real value."

CP 08 online registration and sponsorship information can be found at the CP 08 Website at http://www.contractpackagingmag.com/CP08.

About Summit Publishing Company
Chicago-based Summit Publishing Company is an integrated media publisher offering business information for packaging professionals. Print magazines include flagship monthly Packaging World; the annual PACK EXPO Showcase; quarterly Healthcare Packaging magazine; and Contract Packaging magazine, published three times annually. In addition to packaging e-newsletters such as Shelf Impact!, Summit Publishing Company also produces Webcasts and conferences for packaging professionals.

About the Contract Packaging Association
The Contract Packaging Association is a not-for-profit business association for companies providing contract packaging, manufacturing, and related industrial services. The Contract Packaging Association's mission is "To serve the growth of member companies by establishing the productive links between buyers and member companies and by providing educational opportunities for member companies' executives to improve the efficiency and productivity of their operations." To contact the Contract Packaging Association, call 630-544-5053 or visit http://www.contractpackaging.org.

For more information:
Susan DaMario, Director of Marketing
Summit Publishing Company/Summit Media LLC
Phone 312-222-1010

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Nanmac's High Temp Thermocouple Getting Good Results for Heavy Industry

Nanmac Corporation, the leading temperature sensor manufacturer to industry, has relaunched their A12A line of Thermocouples, which can be used from 2000 degrees F to 5000 F. Uses include carburizing, annealing, hardening and sintering of steel and iron products and raw materials, as well as oxidizing, reducing and inert gas furnaces, gas burners, ovens, nuclear power plants and high temperature manufacturing. Learn more at www.nanmac.com/handbook/a12a.htm or at www.nanmac.com/free or by calling 1-800-786-4669.

Framingham MA (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- Nanmac Corporation, leading supplier of thermocouples to industry since 1956, has re-engineered their most popular thermocouple, which is relied on by industry, research, and government installations the world over.

This line of products is especially designed for the temperature range from 2000 degrees F to 5,000 degrees F, with different metal alloys based on the desired application and needed temperature range.

These temperature sensors, known as A12A, contain an ungrounded Thermocouple assembly with a General Purpose Aluminum Head. A terminal block is mounted in the interior of the GP Head. The Head has a 1/2" NPT conduit outlet. This Thermocouple assembly is also available with a 4" long stainless steel support tube for use with adjustable mounting fittings. The support tube is 1/8" larger than the sheath diameter. Some applications include: carburizing, annealing, hardening and sintering of steel and iron products and raw materials, as well as oxidizing, reducing and inert gas furnaces, gas burners, ovens, nuclear power plants and high temperature manufacturing.

Full specs are available at www.nanmac.com/handbook/a12a.htm, or by calling 1-800-786-4669. While there, you can also can an instant return phone call from a Nanmac engineer.

About Nanmac
Nanmac 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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American Tire Corporation Proposes Acquisition of Goodyear's OTR Tire Plant

Most of the Goodyear brand OTR tires sold in the U.S. are produced in Goodyear's Topeka plant which is Goodyear's largest and oldest OTR tire production facility with 69 acres under roof. American Tire Corporation proposes to acquire this facility in an official letter dated April 21, 2008 to further expand its OTR tire business.

Chino, Calif. (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- In a proposed letter to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Board of Directors dated April 21, 2008, American Tire Corporation (ATC) is planning to acquire Goodyear's OTR tire plant located in Topeka, Kansas.

Under the proposal, ATC is going to buy out Goodyear's OTR tire plant in Topeka, Kansas at any reasonable price. Built in 1944 by US government, Goodyear's Topeka tire plant is the largest Goodyear OTR tire plant in the world and the only one in North America. Based on a successful acquisition, ATC is going to spend US$200 million to modernize this old OTR tire plant, increase at least 20% production capacity for all sizes of OTR tires, and create more job opportunities with a better annul pay in the state of Kansas.

According to ATC's official, this proposed acquisition will not affect its manufacturing activities in Washington. It is just, beyond its Washington facility, a further expansion of its OTR tire business. If this acquisition is success, this Goodyear OTR tire facility will, as a complement to ATC Washington's capacity, be modernized by the most advanced technology and sufficient investment. Both production capacity and efficiency will be increased. Meanwhile, its product quality will be improved to the top level in the OTR tire industry.

With the objective to become the largest and best manufacturer for 63" and 57" tires, American Tire Corporation is a well-established OTR tire manufacturer which has had several "firsts" in the OTR tire industry. For more information, please check its website http://www.americantire.us.

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eyeforprocurement Announces the Launch of the 4th Low-Cost Country Sourcing Conference, Prague, the Czech Republic, 16-18 September 2008

eyeforprocurement 4th Low-Cost Country Sourcing conference is an event that will help procurement professionals to buck the economic slowdown trend and ensure that procurement cost remain stable.

London (PRWEB) April 21, 2008 -- For procurement professionals, the pressure is on. Rising commodity costs and tightening raw materials supply mean profit erosion or price hikes -- and loss of competitive advantage in a business climate that's growing tougher month by month. And Low-Cost Country Sourcing (LCCS) is now more important than ever. The latest eyeforprocurement Sourcing in Low-Cost Countries Survey of 185 procurement executives from manufacturers, retailers, and 3PLs in Europe, North America, and Asia reveals:

Wage inflation in many low-cost regions, including China, India and Eastern Europe, is rising - by over 10% in some countries
Material costs are going up across the board, especially in low-cost countries that are scrambling to build their infrastructure and global market offerings

It looks like, it's not going to get any easier for the next little while. The 4th Low-Cost Country Sourcing Conference a timely solution for everyone who is looking to protect the bottom line and triumph in the face of recession fears.

More than 200 delegates will gather in Prague on 16-18 September 2008 to get practical information and network with people who worked for years in various low-cost countries. All low-cost regions will be covered: China, India, Central & Eastern Europe, South-East Asia, Mexico, Latin America and Africa.

Example speakers include:
Novartis Pharma - Head of Sourcing, Global Sites - Sammy Rashed
DaimlerChrysler - Dir. for Strategy & Support, Procurement Mercedes-Benz -Gerd Schlaich
EADS - Head of Global Sourcing Network - Philippe Advani
Nokia - Director, Marketing Sourcing INS EMEA - Ismo Ojanen
Government of the Czech Republic - Commissioner of Minister Robert Szurman
Siemens - Head of Global Sourcing - Miroslav Pavlícek
L'Oreal - Purchasing Manager Sourcing Center DPGP - East Sourcing -Jerome Courtaigne
Georg Fischer Automotive Head of Purchasing Atul Malhotra
Consul General of Argent ine in Prague - Gustavo Horacio Luis Fazzari
Ambassador of Mexico in Prague - José Luis Bernal
Embassy of the People's Republic of China China Economic & Commercial Counsellor - Fei Yixiang
Ambassador of South Africa to Czech Republic - Nomsa Dube

Full speaker list is available at http://www.eyeforprocurement.com/lccs2008prague/speakers.shtml

Individuals interested in attending the 4th Low-Cost Country Sourcing conference are reminded that the early bird prices end on 23rd June 2008 - people can register at https://secure.firstconf.com/procurement/lccs2008prague/register.htm
For more information on the conference, see http://www.eyeforprocurement.com/lccs2008prague/ or contact Izabela Janecka at +44 (0) 20 7375 7564.

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A Taiwan Screw Closely Ties Up the World

C.C.C., a Taiwan-based screw manufacturer has already exported internationally for over two decades, and it is a specialist in customized OEM/ODM orders. Today the company successfully introduced Self Drilling screws with new material and technology.

(PRWEB) April 20, 2008 -- Since Taiwan has won the good name of "the Kingdom of Fasteners" for years, a Taiwan screw closely ties up the world. More than 140 countries have imported screws from Taiwan. C.C.C. (Chan Chin C. Enterprise Co., Ltd.) is a professional screw manufacturers in the field. They have widely distributed internationally, including to Europe, Middle East, Russia, Latin America and Oceania for over twenty years.

C.C.C. 's. process of manufacturing in house includes heading, thread rolling, sharping, automatic washer assembly and packaging. Moreover, quality inspection set up by C.C.C's. own lab has done fantastic and adds the final touch to each perfect delivery. C.C.C. provides a full range of screws for the building and construction industries, each built to high quality standards. The major products are Self Drilling Screws, Roofing Screws, Masonry Screws, Timber Screws, Self Tapping Screws, Window Screws, Wood Screws, Chipboard Screws, Furniture Screws, Deck Screws and Drywall Screws.

Today, C.C.C. has successfully introduced a special steel for self drilling screws, not the usual low-carbon steel, to increase drilling abilities. For example, this self drilling screw DIN7504K is able to drill through 12 millimeter iron plates within time required.

Moreover, the company is experienced in providing high quality roofing screw with a D type EPDM washer. This roofing screw is designed to fix all kinds of roofing and is manufactured under Australian standards AS-3566 Class 3 and Class 4. The roofing screws are able to pass through a 3,000 hour salt spray test.

The company's ongoing commitment to product development and quality control has allowed it to stand out from its competitors and to establish successful OEM/ODM relationships. "Our focus on high quality screws has helped us avoid low level competition," Tien Cheng Chu, General Manager, C.C.C., said. Besides, with international steel prices increasing, updates to Chinese Labor Law, flowing wages and a collection of anti-dumping duties, price is no longer a benefit for countries offering labor incentives.

"Our biggest daily concern is searching for excellence quality to meet users' needs," Chu said proudly.

C.C.C. strong R&D team is continually researching and introducing screws for particular markets. This team endeavors to improve their technical skills introduce new innovations, such as better surface treatment, heating treatment, antirust ability and salt spray test. "All screws can be customized to meet your specific requirements. From a sample product made to meet international standards, C.C.C. could do much better than you expected," Chu said.

To ensure screws conform to international norms, C.C.C. has a series of advanced testing facilities and a complete quality control system. All products are approved to be qualified to meet ISO, DIN, ANSI, JIS, BS and AS 3566.

In order to serve customers better, C.C.C. considered every step seriously. It has already built up a mature supply chain within the field. From a stable source of material suppliers like CSC (China Steel Corporation) to related partners supplying coating, electro plating, mechanical galvanization, heat treatment and so on.

"When choosing a subcontractor or a source of material, we shall make sure it has a stable production capacity to meet punctual delivery required. By doing so, our customers' are highly safeguarded," Chu said.

Additionally, the company is able to offer products in "small amount and various types". It also provides special package services that include printing an inner box, hang tag, small package, barcode and other things for current and new customers.

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American Tire Corporation Increases Capacity for 27.00-49 Tires

With a normal performance of 6 - 12 months, American Tire Corporation has to increase its OTR tires capacity, in which the 27.00-49's capacity reaches 10,000 units per year, to supply its confirmed orders worldwide. The 27.00-49 tires are primarily used in mining and construction industries and one of the smallest sizes made by American Tire Corporation.

Chino, California (PRWEB) April 19, 2008 -- American Tire Corporation (ATC) is pleased to announce that its production capacity for Colorado 27.00-49 tires has been increased up to 10,000 units per year.

ATC will, in full capacity, produce Colorado 27.00-49 tires and deliver all of the produced monthly to different countries after May 1, 2008 for the coming years.

ATC's field service engineers will also be sent, with the 27.00-49 tires, to users' mine sites, free of charge, to provide on-site service.

Dr. Abraham Hengyucius, ATC President, said, "Our current market clearly shows that we are doing the right jobs in the OTR tire business. All our current giant OTR tires are able to, and guaranteed to, normally perform more than half a year up to one year at various mine sites from very cold areas such as north Canada to extremely hot areas like Africa. This encourages more and more users so much to employ our Colorado tires for their mining operations. We are happy to see this happening. We will share our success with our global users."

With the objective to become the largest and best manufacturer for 63" and 57" tires, American Tire Corporation is a well-established OTR tire manufacturer which has had several "firsts" in the OTR tire industry. For more information, please check its website http://www.americantire.us.

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Business Experts Provide Analysis of Recent Retail Bankruptcies

Creditntell's weekly newsletter, Retail News & Views, featured an editorial this past Tuesday entitled ''The Booming Business of Bankruptcy'' that draws a strong correlation between the fallout of the 80's LBO's to today's highly leveraged retailers facing higher administrative costs, rising energy expenses, declining sales and increasing interest rates.

(PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- Everywhere you look another highly respected publication is painting the future outlook for most retail segments as gloomy. As recently as April 15th The New York Times ran a front page story suggesting the year ahead will be difficult at best and disastrous at worst for any retailer that depends on the level of consumer discretionary income not taking a hit.

Information Clearinghouse, Inc. (d.b.a. F&D Reports and Creditntell.com) has been evaluating and anticipating the future prospects of all the key retail players in seventeen separate and distinct sectors since 1993. The company's three senior executives collectively present over 100 years of relevant financial and bankruptcy expertise that provides insights not available anywhere else. Chief Executive Officer, Lawrence Sarf, alone has 40 years of practical hands-on retail experience in disciplines ranging from operations & marketing to finance. He has been recognized by the Southern District of New York Federal Bankruptcy Court as an Expert which has enabled him to serve in a consultative capacity in over 1,000 insolvency proceedings. In a recent interview when asked about the current economic environment, Mr. Sarf commented: "Everything is cyclical and we are well into a period where the weaker players will be headed to the courthouse and attempting to reorganize under Chapter 11. The changes to the Bankruptcy laws in 2005 has made reorganization much more difficult, consequently there are many troubled retailers that have been holding on much longer than they would have had they had access to the older much more debtor friendly laws. They simply can not delay the inevitable much longer."

Creditntell's weekly newsletter, Retail News & Views, featured an editorial this past Tuesday entitled ''The Booming Business of Bankruptcy'' that draws a strong correlation between the fallout of the 80's LBO's to today's highly leveraged retailers facing higher administrative costs, rising energy expenses, declining sales and increasing interest rates ... a perfect storm that will make the navigation to calmer seas a yeoman's task, many will sink. Recent retail bankruptcies referred to in the editorial include: Sharper Image, Corp., Buffets Holdings, Inc., and The Wornick Company.

Other names-in-the-news where we have recently prepared comprehensive analyses are Linens 'N Things, Bon Ton, Macy's, Dick's Sporting Goods, Circuit City, Foot Locker, Rite Aid, Winn Dixie, Duane Reade, Dollar General, and Sears, which not only take a look back at what has happened but also provide a look forward indicating what hurdles must be cleared in order to succeed.

The next year or two will be tumultuous and the astute financial executive or investor will be well served to follow the advice of time-proven industry experts.

For additional information visit:

www.creditntell.com
www.fdreports.com

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Plexus Systems Named to List of Most Influential Manufacturing Technology Providers

Plexus Systems, Inc.has been named to the 2008 START-IT 125 list of the most influential manufacturing technology providers. The annual review is determined by the editors of START-IT magazine. The designation is a snapshot of the industrial technology market and the companies with the greatest impact on its direction. Plexus Online is an on-demand software for the manufacturing enterprise. It is built on the "Software as a Service" (SaaS) model.

Auburn Hills, Mich. (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- Plexus Systems, Inc., provider of Plexus Online on-demand software for the manufacturing enterprise, has been named to the 2008 START-IT 125 list of the most influential manufacturing technology providers.

The annual review is determined by the editors of START-IT magazine, providing a snapshot of the industrial technology market and the companies with the greatest impact on its direction.

Commented Mark Symonds, "This noteworthy accolade confirms the value our customers gain from Plexus Online. Today's manufacturers benefit tremendously from the 24/7 connectivity of on-demand "always on" Plexus Online - with access to the system anywhere in the world, at anytime, through a simple web browser."

"Each year, we see more change in the manufacturing industry and the available technology, and each year the editors of START-IT must be more critical in examining the top 125 technology providers," said Peggy Smedley, editorial director of START-IT. "The START-IT 125 lets our readers know what the best solutions are, who can provide them, and how they can help manufacturers improve business practices."

START-IT's coverage of Plexus Systems, Inc. can be found at http://www.specialtypub.com/techindex/default.asp?process=codisplay&COMPANY_ID=978.

Plexus Online is built on the "Software as a Service" (SaaS) model, and it offers over 350 functional modules, providing companies instant access to vital information and management functions using a simple web browser.

The on-demand solution features enterprise resource planning (ERP) functions such as accounting and finance modules, customer relationship management (CRM) features such as order entry and tracking, manufacturing execution systems (MES) functions such as production scheduling and machine integration, and supply chain management (SCM) functions such as supplier quality and traceability.

About Plexus Systems, Inc.
Since 1995, Plexus Systems, Inc. (Auburn Hills, Mich.) has maintained a singular vision -- to drive significant cost, quality and productivity improvements for manufacturers, from the shop floor to the top floor. Plexus Online™ is an on-demand software for the manufacturing enterprise. Plexus Systems originated as an internal solution at a manufacturing company, designed to resolve quality challenges, including production, distribution and global supply chains management issues. Today, Plexus Online enables businesses to manage accounting, financials, compliance and human resources and other critical priorities. Plexus Systems serves a global cross section of manufacturing industries (OEM and suppliers), particularly automotive, defense, medical device and aerospace companies. In 2006, Apax Partners (www.apax.com) made a strategic investment in Plexus Systems, joining the founding investment group as stakeholders in Plexus. For more information, visit www.plex.com.

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Sky-Trax Partners with GENCO Supply Chain Solutions

Sky-Trax, Inc. announces its strategic partnership with GENCO Supply Chain Solutions to bring new technologies to the Materials Handling Industry.

New Castle, Delaware (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- Sky-Trax Inc. is proud to announce its partnership with GENCO Supply Chain Solutions. Sky-Trax, a technology company, and GENCO Supply Chain Solutions, North America's second largest and a Global Top 50 third-party logistics provider and recognized leader in Reverse Logistics, combine to form a strategic partnership that brings cutting edge technology and global third-party logistics together. As new strategic partners, Sky-Trax and GENCO Supply Chain Solutions look forward to bringing new and exciting technologies to the materials handling industry.

Mitch Silver, CEO of Sky-Trax explains, "This is a perfect match on many levels. Sky-Trax optical technologies deliver revolutionary accuracy in tracking vehicles and inventory. GENCO Supply Chain Solutions has been long regarded as a leading force in bringing technological advancements into warehouse operations. Their experience and resources are the ideal compliment to our innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. Together we expect to change the way companies look at warehouse operations."

Pete Rector, executive vice president of GENCO Supply Chain Solutions, sees Sky-Trax as a way to keep his company in the front of their industry by being a first adopter of Sky-Trax's revolutionary technology. "GENCO continually looks for technologies that help our customers improve their competitive edge," said Pete Rector. "Sky-Trax has demonstrated in rigorous testing that it provides significant productivity advances. We believe it has the capacity to further develop into even more robust uses in supply chain efficiency."

While the details of the partnership are not yet public, Silver points out that GENCO Supply Chain Solutions and Sky-Trax have been working closely for about a year on Sky-Trax's first large installation in a GENCO run facility. In 2007 and part of 2008, GENCO conducted a pilot test of the Sky-Trax System at its 328,000 sq. ft. facility in Atlanta. Results revealed during the 14,000 pallet pilot that all pallets were put away with 100% accuracy without traditional operator dependent scanning. Based on time studies, GENCO projects a 30% overall daily productivity improvement in pallet putaway and retrieval using Sky-Trax throughout the entire facility. "While data is still being collected, we couldn't be more excited about the results so far," explains Silver.

About GENCO Supply Chain Solutions
GENCO Supply Chain Solutions is North America's second largest and a Global Top 50 third-party logistics provider and the recognized leader in Reverse Logistics. The company manages over 125 operations and 37 million square feet of warehouse space throughout North America for a diverse range of retail, manufacturing and government customers. The company provides initial and ongoing value through a complete range of solutions, including contract logistics, transportation logistics, parcel negotiation & audits, reverse logistics, damage research, product liquidation, pharmaceutical services, government solutions and technology solutions. For more information, visit www.genco.com.

About Sky-Trax Inc.
Sky-Trax develops revolutionary automatic data collection and inch-accurate location tracking systems for warehouse vehicles. Safety and productivity applications employing Sky-Trax's IPS technology are economical and practical to deploy, allowing warehouse professionals to substantially increase safety and improve warehouse efficiency. The results are fewer safety incidents, much lower operating costs, improved inventory accuracy, and greater throughput. For more information, please visit www.Sky-Trax.com.

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EasyMonitor™ Automates RFID Infrastructure Monitoring, Optimization and Management Suite Increases Scalability and Reduces Total Cost of Ownership by 65%

ODIN technologies, the leading RFID automation company, today announced the public release of the EasyMonitor™ software as a service (SaaS) offering. EasyMonitor™ is the first product which fully automates RFID monitoring, performance optimization and infrastructure maintenance. It allows enterprises to view and optimize their performance down to the antenna level from anywhere in the world in real time, using an intuitive blueprint-like interface. The tool is designed for both end-users and resellers looking to make RFID easy.

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- ODIN technologies, the leading RFID automation company, today announced the public release of the EasyMonitor™ software as a service (SaaS) offering. EasyMonitor™ is the first product which fully automates RFID monitoring, performance optimization and infrastructure maintenance. ODIN's software team has been building EasyMonitor™ since 2004 employing in-depth physics expertise to address common customer needs in the field. The tool is designed for both end-users and resellers looking to make RFID easy.

ODIN's vast experience gained from nearly 200 paid RFID projects worldwide helped the team identify system problems when RFID is scaled and deployed in production. Over the past year ODIN has automated more than 40 sites globally with EasyMonitor™, all in production environments to ensure the robustness of the general release. The software service significantly increases RFID performance while reducing costly maintenance and down time and can be deployed in less than a day. EasyMonitor™ clients have achieved more than 99.5% uptime and 99% accuracy.

The EasyMonitor™ software service is a breakthrough in ease and scalability for RFID infrastructure. It allows enterprises to view and optimize their performance down to the antenna level from anywhere in the world in real time, using an intuitive blueprint-like interface. Help desks and support teams have used EasyMonitor™ to drastically reduce the number of on-site support visits and routine maintenance time associated with firmware upgrades and configuration management. A single help-desk technician can manage thousands of readers world-wide without the need for in-depth RFID training or knowledge.

EasyMonitor™ is changing the way large-scale RFID projects are sustained through three critical differentiators:

1. Automation of RF performance and infrastructure maintenance and support
2. Provisioned as a hosted Software as a Service (SaaS) model which reduces time & cost
3. Agent based peer-to-peer architecture to ensure resiliency and optimized performance

"EasyMonitor's™ public launch allows the entire RFID industry to automate monitoring, performance optimization and maintenance tasks in a scalable manner. Before today, enterprises had to rely on manual and rudimentary server-based ping systems, now the RFID infrastructure and its related support scales itself. With EasyMonitor™ enterprises scale easily from pilot to large scale production with a sound ROI. EasyMonitor™ can be deployed in less than a day and you can add readers as needed. It is the easiest solution on the market," noted Kevin MacDonald who has overseen product development at ODIN technologies.

"EasyMonitor™ is changing the RFID industry, and dramatically reducing total cost of ownership. Now every enterprise can have PhD quality support and performance inside every reader for less than the price of a cup of coffee each day -- it's just easy!" added Patrick J. Sweeney II, ODIN technologies' founder.

The Aberdeen group recognized the need for automated, high resolution support in a January 2008 research report on best practices. "Key elements of successful, 'best-in-class' RFID deployments include data accuracy and infrastructure scalability. These requirements are catalyzing development of a new marketplace for automated RFID infrastructure (ARI) solutions that enable 24x7 RFID availability and high accuracy, while reducing or eliminating the need for human intervention," said Michael Dortch, author of the study for Aberdeen. Improving monitoring, optimization and maintenance to enable scalability and performance was the catalyst for developing EasyMonitor™.

EasyMonitor™ continues ODIN's focus on solving the RFID challenges of early adopters by leveraging the nuances of complex physics and need to make RFID easy. By automating the difficult issues of problem alerting, diagnosis, anomaly detection, infrastructure visualization, crosstalk elimination and maintenance automation, EasyMonitor™ enables customers to have faster and more accurate RFID deployments.

About ODIN technologies
ODIN technologies is the leader in the physics of RFID infrastructure for solution design, deployment services and automation. RFID is all we do. Global corporations on five continents leverage ODIN technologies' expert engineers and patented RFID deployment automation tools to achieve accuracy, speed and visibility for their RFID deployments. In addition to consulting services, ODIN technologies is also the publisher of the RFID Benchmark Series™, the industry's first and most referenced head to head performance analysis of RFID equipment. ODIN's RFID optimization software EasyRFID™ has been successfully used at dozens of companies across more than 150 sites worldwide to ensure accurate and scalable RFID implementations. ODIN serves clients from offices in Dulles, Virginia, USA, Tokyo, Japan and Budapest, Hungary. www.ODINtechnologies.com

Contact:
Daniel Connolly
dconnolly@odintechnologies.com
ODIN technologies, Trusted RFID Experts
703-968-0000

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Pac-Van Modular Buildings Capture Seven Awards of Distinction, Including Best of Show, at 2008 Modular Building Institute Awards Night

Industry recognition rewards modular building company's innovative design solutions.

Indianapolis, IN (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- "We're very happy about the recognition Pac-Van received from our peers," said Ted Mourouzis, Pac-Van COO and President, "Seven awards, including a Best of Show, is a real tribute to the innovative thinking of our modular building specialists. It's one more indicator that our team does outstanding work, providing our customers with top-quality solutions to their temporary and permanent space needs."

The MBI Awards of Distinction are given annually to recognize the world's best modular building projects. The projects are scored in categories of: Architectural excellence; Technical innovation; Cost effectiveness/ energy efficiency; Calendar days to complete.

At this year's MBI Awards Night, held in Bonita Springs, Florida, perennial winner Pac-Van, Inc. captured a Best of Show to go with three 1st Place and three Honorable Mention awards--adding to the company's long history of success at the modular building industry's most prestigious event.

For Highland Creek/Centex Homes, Pac-Van's Charlotte office transformed a standard, used Pac-Van modular office into a themed new homes sales center.
For Meritage Homes, Pac-Van Las Vegas office built an eye-catching award-winning home sales center in Henderson, Nevada.
Housing development information center for Inspirada, by Pac-Van Las Vegas office.
Pac-Van Las Vegas office gutted a 5-plex modular building, applied an exterior wrap with photo mural, and created a unique sales office for Paxton Walk.
Permanent sales center built for Fairfield Homes by Pac-Van Denver office.

Honorable Mention: Single Wide
Pac-Van Cleveland office was recognized for a building for Aeromag. (No picture available.)

About Pac-Van, Inc.:
Pac-Van, Inc. (temporary classrooms, construction offices, jobsite trailers, steel storage containers, ground-level offices, special event units, modular kiosks, and more.
The company serves a diverse array of customers, including those in the commercial, industrial, construction, medical, special event, governme nt, and education markets.
Pac-Van's reputation for excellent quality and unsurpassed service has won the company many accolades, including multiple listings in the "Inc. 500" List of Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S. and the Inc. "Inner City 100" List of Fastest Growing, Privately Owned, Inner City Companies in the U.S. Pac-Van is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN and has branch offices in 23 cities in 15 states.

For further information, contact:

Angie Mason
VP Marketing
1-888-791-2020

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New Warehouse Management System RFP with Vendor Score Carding

IDII announces version 12 of the Advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) RFP product. One can score card the vendor responses, rapidly develop a short list, and save significant money by avoiding exploratory learning trips. Version 12 has 1,400 detailed questions! Each question has a pop-up box that further explains the question in detail. Vendor Score Card is an evaluation card that calculates the scores & shows side-by-side comparisons using weighted scoring. Two scored summaries are also provided to show summarized weighted totals. Management summary with visual charts are included.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- IDII announces version 12 of the Advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) RFP product. One can score card the vendor responses, rapidly develop a short list, and save significant money by avoiding exploratory learning trips.

The Advanced WMS RFP includes an Advanced WMS Score Card, where you can take the answers from the software vendors and drop them into the Score Card. The Scorecard will save users two to three days of time by itself. It provides a side-by-side analysis with weighted scores and two weighted summary analysis.

The Advanced WMS RFP has 1,400 detailed questions on:
- Security
- Costs
- International Issues
- Configurability Issues
- Supply Chain Event Management
- Databases & Operating Systems
- Extensive Product Setup
- Receiving, Putaway
- Picking, Packing, Shipping
- Cycle Counting
- Interleaving
- Advanced Warehouse Functionality
- Bin Locator System
- EDI Transactions
- XML Transactions
- Host Interface
- RFID Functions
- Web Enablement
- Product Allocation Strategies
- Lot Control Issues
- Serial Control Issues
- Error Analysis
- Routing Issues
- Management Reporting
- Dock Appointment
- RF Task Management
- Inbound Task Workflow Configurability
- Outbound Task Workflow Configurability
- Inventory Allocation Methods
- Picking Strategies
- Functions for Web Enablement
- Manufacturing Line
- Work In Process (WIP)
- Return Processing
- Damaged Goods Control
- MSDS & CERT Questions
- Value Added Services
- Order Entry Functions
- Web Catalog
- Shopping Cart
- Payment Options
- Stock Ownership
- 3PL Customer Preferences
- 3PL Billing Options
- 3PL Customer Reporting & Data Transfer
- 3PL Profit & Loss Computations

Score Card:
The Vendor Evaluation Score Card is an important tool to rapidly evaluate solutions. The scorecard is only available with the Advanced WMS RFP.

Philip Obal, President of Industrial Data and Information, says, "Most warehouse operations are NOT simple. If you have sophisticated warehousing operations, -or- have 3PL operations that serves a multitude of customers, then obtain the Advanced WMS RFP. The complicated warehousing operation and the sophistication of 3PL issues are precisely targeted by this product."

Single copies of the Advanced WMS RFP are $1,095 USD. For more details, see http://www.idii.com/wmsrfi.htm. The publisher is Industrial Data & Information, Inc.

Special advanced bundled package includes (1) copy of Advanced WMS RFP, (3) copies of "Selecting Warehouse Software from WMS and ERP Providers" report, and (1) copy of Premier List of Warehousing Software Directory for $1,295 US. To order see http://www.idii.com/orderform.htm.

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Charles P. Gee Joins Master Chemical Corporation as Aerospace Segment Manager

Master Chemical Corporation has named Charles P. "Chuck" Gee to the position of Aerospace Segment Manager, responsible for managing its aerospace market and product opportunities. "Chuck Gee is eminently qualified and has an amazing breadth of experience," said North America Corporate Accounts Group Manager, Paul G. Madden. "He is someone who is immensely capable of helping Master Chemical achieve a dominant position within the aerospace industry," he stated.

Perrysburg, Ohio (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- Master Chemical Corporation has named Charles P. "Chuck" Gee to the position of Aerospace Segment Manager, responsible for managing its aerospace market and product opportunities. "Chuck Gee is eminently qualified and has an amazing breadth of experience," said North America Corporate Accounts Group Manager, Paul G. Madden. "He is someone who is immensely capable of helping Master Chemical achieve a dominant position within the aerospace industry," he stated. According to Paul Madden, Chuck Gee will manage the company's national aerospace accounts, coordinate new business development activities and corporate account strategies. Mr. Gee will also direct the activities of field sales personnel and work with Master Chemical Research and Development.

Mr. Gee holds an Associate of Science in Metallurgy from Don Bosco Technical Institute, a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University and an MBA from San Diego State University. Mr. Gee was the Regional Manager at Western Vacuum & Braze Technology Group, Bodycote Thermal Processing. Before joining Master Chemical, Mr. Gee was Chief Operating Officer for Stork Materials Testing & Inspection Rancho Dominguez.

About Master Chemical Corporation
Master Chemical Corporation was founded on November 13, 1951. Since then, working closely with the worldwide metalworking community, Master Chemical Corporation has developed and marketed a full line of specialty cutting and grinding fluids, cutting oils, concentrated washing and cleaning compounds, and rust preventives all under the TRIM® Brand trademark. These products are both environmentally sound and when used in conjunction with Master Chemical's XYBEX® Coolant Recycling and Filtration Systems, are the most durable and stable products available anywhere today. Master Chemical has always been committed to the safety of the people who use its products, the protection of the planet, the environment we live in, and the overall impact on their customers' profitability. For further information please contact a Distributor near you (http://www.masterchemical.com/na_en/distributors/index.php), visit www.masterchemical.com, or call us at 419-874-7902.

Photo Charles P. Gee:
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Fisher & Paykel Appliances Announces Expansion Of Its U.S. Manufacturing With Consolidation Of New Zealand, Australian And Orange County Plants To One North American Facility

Move Is Part of Company’s Global Strategy to Streamline Manufacturing Costs and Bring Increased Consistency and Efficiency to its Production Process

Huntington Beach, Calif. (PRWEB) April 18, 2008 -- As a key part of its global manufacturing strategy announced on Wednesday, Fisher & Paykel Appliances is expanding its manufacturing in the U.S. market through consolidating manufacturing plants located in New Zealand, Australia and Orange County to one North American facility.

The company announced this week that it had acquired land and buildings and a refrigeration plant located in Reynosa, Mexico.

The range and DishDrawer factory in Dunedin, New Zealand, the refrigeration plant in Brisbane, Australia and the DCS manufacturing plant in Huntington Beach will be relocated to the new facility in the next 12-18 months. The DCS move is expected to be completed by the end of the year, and individual manufacturing lines will be shifted separately to reduce the impact on warehouse inventory. The U.S. operation will continue to employ sales and marketing, customer services, head office and an engineering staff of around 340 employees. The financial benefit of the DCS move is expected to be $6.6 million per year with a one off cost of $7 million, both at pre-tax level.

“This expansion is designed to streamline our manufacturing costs, and bring increased consistency and efficiency to the company’s production process in the U.S. market, “ said Mike Goadby, North American President for Fisher & Paykel Appliances. “It’s an emotional time for all of us, but this move will make us more competitive in the U.S. and strengthen our distribution efforts through making them more efficient.”

With the Reynosa acquisition and the new North American DishDrawer line announced last year, the financial benefits of the new strategy are expected to be around $50 million per year, at a one off cost of approximately $100 million. The cost of the move will be offset by the sale of surplus property in Australia and New Zealand, which could total approximately $100 million.

Fisher & Paykel has long been recognized in New Zealand as a technology and design leader in the home appliance industry. Similar recognition in the U.S. market has come to Fisher & Paykel in the past few years through the introduction of its innovative DishDrawerÒ Dishwasher, EcoSmartÔ washer, CoolDrawer refrigerator and CookSurface cooktop that offer distinctive “European” style design combined with cost-saving environmentally friendly features. Growing interest among U.S. consumers for stylish, yet green and energy efficient home appliances have bode well for the company’s growth prospects.

The refrigeration plant, which was purchased from the Whirlpool Corporation, will be modified to manufacture side-by-side refrigerators for the North American market under the Fisher & Paykel name starting in July 2008. Fisher & Paykel also plans to establish their new North American DishDrawer production line at the 60.3-acre (32,600 sq. foot) facility later this year

Goadby added that this move once again demonstrates the company’s commitment to its North American customers through expanded manufacturing and product range to meet the growing demand for Fisher & Paykel Appliances.

About Fisher & Paykel Appliances:
Fisher & Paykel Appliances is a global company best known for its innovative DishDrawer® dishwasher. Fisher & Paykel designs, manufactures and markets a range of innovative household appliances developed with a commitment to technology, design, user friendliness and environmental awareness.

Fisher & Paykel Expanding Its U.S. Manufacturing with Move/3-3-3

DCS by Fisher & Paykel products are widely regarded to be among the best performing professional cooking equipment in the U.S. market place. The brand has a strong reputation for product innovation and evolution of the high-end cooking market.

Fisher & Paykel Appliances has manufacturing sites located in Auckland and Dunedin, New Zealand; Cleveland, Australia; Rayong Province, Thailand; Huntington Beach, California and Clyde, Ohio. USA; and Treviso, Italy.

Fisher & Paykel and DCS products are sold, directly or via distributors, to approximately 4,500 dealers in the United States. Further details on Fisher & Paykel Appliances and DCS Appliances are available on their Web sites.

Press contact:
Scott Davies
949-790-8900
www.fisherpaykel.com
www.dcsappliances.com

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April 18, 2008

H.M. Cragg Co., Leading Master Distributer of Backup Power UPS Solutions, Appoints Chief Operating Officer

H.M. Cragg Co. adds new COO position to oversee the service department and warehouse operation.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- H.M. Cragg Co., the leading provider of Eaton Powerware UPS Solutions, today announces Jim Smiley as its Chief Operating Officer.

In this newly created position Smiley will oversee the service department and warehouse operations team. In addition, Smiley will provide guidance to the other departments within H.M. Cragg Co. and identify ways to enhance value to current customers as well as create additional value-added business opportunities.

Jim spent the majority of his 30-year career in the telecommunications industry at several Bell companies, AT&T and U S WEST. He rose through the ranks and held an officer position for eleven years. After leaving the telecom industry, Jim founded a consulting company where he focused on business assessment - figuring out what businesses were doing right and wrong. Then, focused on developing and executing plans to improve overall company performance. Among the entities he has worked with are:

A trade and economic development entity working with the State of Minnesota (Advantage Minnesota)
The Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities - consortium of the five private colleges in St. Paul (Hamline, Macalester, Augsburg, St. Catherine, and St. Thomas)
Packaging Incorporated - distributor of nailing, stapling, and packaging materials
Steele Fitness - mobile fitness business
In addition, Jim has also served on many for-profit and non-profit boards, both in the Twin Cities and other cities of past residence. He has been a board member of H.M. Cragg since July 2007.

"Jim brings proven success in leadership and many years of experience prior to joining H.M. Cragg in this new position. He has a history of identifying and improving operational efficiencies and new opportunities," said Paul Heggestad, President of H.M. Cragg Co. "We are extremely proud to have such a valuable addition to our team."

About H.M. Cragg Co.
H.M. Cragg Co. is a premier MN-based provider of quality power solutions including Eaton Powerware and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). Products include Eaton Powerware UPS and UPS batteries, Anderson Connectors, C & D Technologies, Inc. batteries, Rittal Cabinets, Myers Emergency Lighting, and ONEAC UPS and line conditioners. More information about the company can be found at www.hmcdistributor.com.

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Jyco Mexico Plant Opens at Full Capacity

Jyco Sealing Technologies has announced that all production lines in its new manufacturing plant in Guaymas, Mexico have been validated and are now running at full capacity.

Guaymas, Mexico (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Jyco Sealing Technologies has announced that all production lines in its new manufacturing plant in Guaymas, Mexico have been validated and are now running at full capacity. The facility produces multiple thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) weathersealing systems for 750 vehicles per day.

Only fifteen employees are required to run the extruding lines and molding stations producing glass run channels and lower door, sunroof and secondary seals at the highly automated 17,700 sq. ft plant. The facility, which is located 300 miles south of Tucson, Arizona, has been designed to be easily expanded to twice its size.

Like Jyco's other operations around the world, Jyco Latin America is dedicated exclusively to TPV production. Since its founding in 2000, Jyco has established itself as a world leader in TPV design, engineering and process technology for automotive, heavy truck and RV weathersealing applications. Jyco's proprietary TPV compound, JyFlex, has proven to outperform traditional EPDM seals in many areas, and offers eco-friendly advantages as well. JyFlex products and scrap are 100% recyclable. The production process itself is free of VOCs and particulate emissions characteristic of EPDM processing.

The environmentally friendly attributes of Jyco's TPV products have earned JyFlex a place on a number of hybrid and electric vehicles. The company is taking a green approach to its facilities as well. One of Jyco's initiatives for 2008 is to assure that all new plants, renovations and expansions are LEED compliant, even those facilities in low-cost offshore countries where tight environmental standards do not apply. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Jyco's global headquarters is in Dexter, Michigan.

For more information contact:
James Mong
Jyco Sealing Technologies
734-426-2135
jimmong @ jyco.net
www.jyco.net

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Covenant Security International Launches New Critical Infrastructure Protection Division

Covenant Security International, LLC. (CSI), a leading security, training, assessment and risk consulting brand, announced Angela Williams-Tasky, CPP, as the Managing Director of the newly formed Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) division. Covenant Security provides a full range of security, training, assessment and risk consulting services to domestic and international clients, with a special focus on protecting people and assets in high-risk environments.

Reston, VA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Covenant Security International, LLC (CSI), a leading security, training, assessment and risk consulting brand, announced Angela Williams - Tasky, CPP, as the Managing Director of the newly formed Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) division. In that role, Ms. Williams-Tasky is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership of the new division created to assist private industry with meeting regulatory requirements of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and continuing to enhance our nation's critical infrastructure and key resources security in an ever changing environment. The division's initial focus is to assist chemical facilities with cost efficient regulatory compliance with the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS). CIP is uniquely positioned to assist covered facilities thanks to a highly qualified team of professionals with intimate DHS & CFATS experience, knowledge, and training.

"Angela has extensive technical and implementation experience in security, regulatory compliance, and criminal justice within corporate, government, and industrial environments" said David Kervin, CSI President. "Her experience within the senior levels of DHS and the Chemical Security Compliance Division give her incredible insight into CFATS & Critical Infrastructure doctrine and will provide great value to Covenant Security clients."

Prior to joining CSI, Ms. Williams-Tasky provided pre-decision analysis and guidance to senior officials during the initial stand-up and operational implementation phases in both the Chemical Security Compliance Division (responsible for the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards) and the Protective Security Advisor (PSA) Program within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection of the Department of Homeland Security.

Ms. Williams-Tasky has served as both a Special Agent with the United States Secret Service and as a sworn Police Officer and Investigator in the state of Nevada. She has also managed large and complex projects for a variety of venues representing Fortune 500 businesses and major event facilities. Ms. Williams-Tasky holds a BA in Criminal Justice and is completing a Masters in Business Administration. She is an active member of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) and is board certified in security management as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP).

Covenant Security provides a full range of security, training, assessment and risk consulting services to domestic and international clients, with a special focus on protecting people and assets in high-risk environments.

For more information on CIP - CFATS @ covenantsecurity.com

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Global Market for Activated Carbon to Reach 1.22 Million Metric Tons by 2010, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Driven largely by the growth in developing countries, which are characterized by rising population, and rigid enforcement of environmental standards, world market for activated carbon is projected to reach 1.22 million metric tons by the year 2010. Key Asian markets with lucrative growth opportunities include, among others, China, India, South Korea and Taiwan. Significant growth is also expected from Eastern Europe, Latin America, and Middle East, albeit at relatively lower pace than Asia-Pacific.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Rapid rates of industrialization and urbanization in developing countries have resulted in the increase in the level of water and gaseous pollution in these countries. Some sources of toxic gas pollutants include nitrogen oxide emissions from exhaust gases of vehicles, sulfur dioxide emissions from the flaming fossil fuels in power stations, and hydrogen sulfide pollutant from sewage plants. Contaminated water comprises many traces of organic compounds, such as VOCs and phenols, causing serious threat to the environment. These factors thereby offer a strong business case for activated carbon, which is used as a purifying agent, given its potential to greatly minimize pollutants in both liquid and gas streams. In addition to conventional end-use applications, such as, food & beverage processing, future growth is expected stem largely from the enforcement of strict environment regulations. Of late, the growing pressure on production cost containment, has been leading companies to relocate manufacturing facilities and R&D centers to low cost countries, such as, China and other Asian countries. These countries proffer cost-effective production operations, such as low costs of raw materials, energy and labor.

World Activated Carbon market is poised to reach 1.54 million metric tons by 2015. Asia-Pacific is forecast to lead growth with a CAGR of 6.6% over the period 2011 through 2015. Market for Powdered Activated Carbon in Europe is projected to reach 130.53 thousand metric tons by the year 2012. Use of activated carbon in Water Treatment Liquid Phase Applications in Asia-Pacific is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.61% over the period 2011 through 2015.

Key players operating in the industry include - CECA Specialty Chemicals, Calgon Carbon Corp, Chemviron Carbon, Clarimex SA de CV, Haycarb Ltd., Kuraray Chemical Co. Ltd., MeadWestvaco Corp., NORIT Americas Inc., Osaka Gas Chemicals Co. Ltd., and PICA.

"Activated Carbon: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, players, competition, technological developments, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Asia-Pacific. Analytics in the report are provided for both product and end-use application markets in metric tons for the period covering 1991 through 2015.

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Global Carbon & Graphite Market to Exceed $8.1 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Major end-use industries including steel, aluminum and automotives heavily influence the market for carbon and graphite products. Global carbon & graphite market is projected to exceed $8.1 billion by the year 2012. New and emerging applications of carbon and graphite would further drive growth in the industry.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Competition in the carbon and graphite products market is intense, particularly with regard to price, quality and service. Producers of graphite have regained their pricing power on account of global consolidation by numerous graphite electrode producers. Carbon products find application in areas including steel and aluminum production, glass making, aerospace industry, nuclear power, and electronics while graphite products are used in applications such as brake linings, foundries, lubricants, and batteries.

China and India are the leading producers of graphite in the world, accounting for nearly 80% of global graphite production. Japan leads in the production of carbon fibers, followed by United States and Europe. US carbon & graphite market is projected to reach $2.3 billion by 2010, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific region is expected to offer the highest growth opportunity. Carbon and graphite market in Asia-Pacific is projected to record a CAGR of over 4% for the period 2000-2010.

Carbon & graphite electrodes market in Europe is projected to reach $795 million by 2010. Global graphite electrodes market is projected to grow at a compounded annual rate of approximately 2.7% over the period 2000-2010. Carbon and graphite industry prospects are heavily tied to the end-use industries, including aluminum and steel. The increasing per capita steel consumption in China and India are primarily accelerating the worldwide steel consumption. Innovations in steel grades, growing acceptance, and extensive variations of properties of steel are largely widening its broad spectrum of applications.

Developing regions of the world, primarily the Asian countries are the major growth areas for carbon black. Primary reasons for the fast-paced growth include increased global activity, bolstered tire production levels and greater output of original equipment and aftermarket automotive components. Apart from high margins, the robust strategic position in special blacks facilitates suppliers with greater security from cyclicality in tire, interconnected rubber, and motor vehicle industries.

The report titled "Carbon & Graphite: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product overview, competition, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for regions such as the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific and South America for the period 2000-2015. Product segments analyzed include Carbon & Graphite Electrodes (Carbon Electrodes and Graphite Electrodes) and Other Carbon & Graphite Products (C&G Automotive Brushes, C&G Industrial Brushes & Contacts, C&G Brush Plates, C&G Fibers, C&G Products for Electrical Uses, C&G Products for Mechanical Uses, C&G Products for Aerospace Uses, and C&G Products for Other Uses).

Key players dominating the global carbon & graphite market include Cabot Corporation, Carbone Lorraine, Evonik Degussa, Grafil, GrafTech International, HEG Ltd., Hexcel, Mitsubishi Rayon, Morgan Crucible, Morgan Industrial Carbon, Nippon Carbon, SGL Carbon, Showa Denko Carbon, Superior Graphite, Toho Tenax, Tokai Carbon, Toray Industries and Zoltek.

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Cellulose Acetate Market to Reach Close to 962 Thousand Metric Tons by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Demand for cigarette filter tow, the single largest end use market of cellulose acetate, is primarily derived from its use in filters. Filter tow demand is directly linked to cigarette production and consumption, which shows divergent trends worldwide. Driven by pockets of growth, the global market for cellulose acetate is projected to reach close to 962 thousand metric tons by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- The market for filter tow is set to receive strong impetus from China, which accounts for about 30% share of global cigarette consumption and production and has emerged as the fastest growing market for acetate tow products. Growing volume consumption of cigarettes, robust demand from the 350 million Chinese smokers, health concerns driving preference for low-tar cigarettes, substitution by acetate tow in polypropylene cigarette filters and a marked trend towards longer cigarette filters are some of the factors providing growth momentum. Developed and developing nations show divergent trends in terms of consumption of cigarettes - smoking is declining in developed nations due to public awareness of health issues and growing unacceptability of puffing away in public places. However, developing nations particularly China and Eastern Europe, continue to exhibit strong growth in cigarette consumption.

United States market for cellulose acetate is estimated at 280 thousand metric tons for 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific represents the largest market for cellulose acetate. North America, Asia and Europe collectively account for over 90 percent of the global cellulose acetate market. Asia-Pacific is the largest consumer of cellulose acetate flake, with consumption projected to reach 286 thousand tons by 2010. European cellulose acetate plastics market is projected to record a CAGR of 1.1% over the period 2001-2010.

A noteworthy trend apparent in the cellulose acetate market in recent years is shifting of production facilities to low-cost regions such as Asia and the Middle East. Output in China doubled over the years due to expansions by major market participants. Global market for cellulose acetate is highly concentrated with major producers representing over 80% of global capacity. Key market participants include Celanese Corp, Eastman Chemical Company, Daicel Chemical Industries, Mitsubishi Rayon and Rhodia Acetow.

"Cellulose Acetate: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, end-use perspective, players, competition, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Analytics are provided for the period 1991-2015, in terms of product segments including Cellulose Acetate Flake and Cellulose Acetate Plastics. End use segments discussed include Cigarette Filter Tow, Textile Fibers, Photographic Film, Film & Sheet Castings, Molding and Extrusion, Surface Coatings and Inks & Reprographic Formulations.

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Consumption of Feldspar and Nepheline to Reach 14.6 Million Tons by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Ceramic and glass industries continued to drive consumption patterns in the world feldspar and nepheline syenite market. Backed by steady end-use demand, especially from the developing markets, consumption of feldspar and nepheline is projected to reach 14.6 million tons by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Glass and ceramics industries are the major end-use markets for feldspathic minerals. Ceramics represent the largest and fastest growing end-use segment. The minerals find application in glaze tiles, sanitaryware/whiteware, and dinnerware and tableware industries. Consumption of feldspar continues to be concentrated in primary tile producing regions such as China, Latin America, Spain, Italy and Southeast Asia. Increased production of ceramics in China and by traditional producers, Italy and Spain has propelled market demand in recent times. Container glass, the largest segment of the glass industry, is displaying steady growth, particularly in China and South-East Asia, where the market for beer and soft drinks is expected to grow faster, compared to growth in other regions.

European market for feldspar and nepheline syenite is estimated at 6.9 million metric tons for 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific represents the second largest market, where the market is projected to grow at compounded annual rate of 2.6% over the period 2001-2010. Europe and Asia together account for about 72 percent of the global feldspar and nepheline syenite market. Global consumption of feldspar and nepheline syenite in glass sector is expected to be around 5.1 million metric tons in 2010. In Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), consumption of feldspar and nepheline syenite in ceramics is projected to be 1.4 million metric tons by 2010.

The global marketplace includes participants such as Eczacibasi Esan, Gimpex Ltd, I - Minerals Inc, Imerys SA, Incusa Industrias Del Cuarzo, Maffei SpA, Matel Hammadde Sanayi, Micronized Group, Monto Minerals Limited, North Cape Minerals AS, Pacer Corp., Unimin Corp and Zemex Industrial Minerals.

"Feldspar and Nepheline Syenite: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends and trends, drivers, product profile, players, competition, production scenario, end-use applications, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets including United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and Middle East and Africa. Volume analytics are provided in terms of end-use segments including Glass, Ceramics and Fillers over the period 1991-2015.

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Lactose Market Projected to be Worth $763 Million by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Backed by consistent demand from end-use industries such as food, beverages, confectionery, pharmaceuticals and animal feed, market for lactose is projected to reach a value of $762.7 million by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Lactose is produced from whey, a by-product of the cheese-making process. Lactose finds application in pharmaceuticals, food & beverages, confectionery and animal feed industries. Edible grade lactose is utilized in fine chemical applications, production of infant formulae, confectionery and food products. Pharmaceutical grade lactose is employed as a pharmaceutical excipient. Inhalation-grade lactose, which accounts for a minor share of the pharmaceutical lactose market, is expected to receive a boost as pharma companies increasingly develop new inhaled drug delivery therapies.

Lactose market in United States is estimated at $192 million for 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. North America, Europe and Asia, collectively account for 92 percent of the global lactose market. Global consumption of lactose in food industry is estimated at $286 million for 2008. Lactose consumption in confectionery industry is projected to register a CAGR of over 4% through 2010.

The global marketplace includes participants such as Davisco Foods International, DMV International, DMV-Fonterra Excipients, Fonterra Co-Operative Group, Lactose New Zealand, Friesland Foods, Glanbia Foods and Saputo Inc.

"Lactose: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, players, competition, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East for the period 1991-2015. Analytics are provided in terms of product segments including Pharmaceuticals, Food and Confectionery.

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About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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Global Pentaerythritol Market to Reach 664 Thousand Metric Tons by 2012, According to New Report By Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Pentaerythritol, a polyhydric alcohol, is used in the manufacture of alkyd resins, fatty acid esters, explosives such as Pentaerythritoltetranitrate (PETN) and a host of other substances. Applications of the chemical thus span an amazing variety of industries including paints and coatings, explosives and ammunition. Demand for pentaerythritol is likely to exceed 664 thousand metric tons by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Demand for pentaerythritol is dependent on various factors, a few of which include growth in end-use industries, new applications of the chemical and prices of substitutes. Use of Cheaper and/or environmentally friendly substitutes is one of the major growth impediments of pentaerythritol demand. Glycerin and pentaerythritol are used as substitutes in many applications such as coatings.

Pentaerythritol market in Europe is expected to be around 188 thousand metric tons by 2010. Worldwide consumption of pentaerythritol in alkyd resins is estimated at 337 thousand metric tons, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Consumption of pentaerythritol in fatty acid ester production in Asia-Pacific is expected to record a CAGR of 15% over the period 2001-2010.

Major players in the marketplace include Aqualon, Celanese Corporation, MKS Marmara Entegre Kimya, Oxiquim, Perstorp, S.A. Polialco and Shanxi Sanwei (Group) Co.

"Pentaerythritol: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides product profile, recent developments, profiles of major players and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as US, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America. Analytics for the period 1991 through 2015 are provided in terms of end use segments including alkyd resins, rosin & tall oil esters, fatty acid esters and PETN

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Intergraph® Introduces SmartPlant® Enterprise Virtual Training

Remote self-study format enhances training flexibility, global workshare and accelerates project implementation.

Huntsville, AL (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 17, 2008 -- Intergraph® has introduced SmartPlant® Enterprise Virtual Training, a remote self-study instructional program that will enhance training flexibility and accelerate project implementation.

SmartPlant Enterprise Virtual Training (SPVT) is a comprehensive program of online, in-depth training courses that enable an unlimited number of engineers at multiple locations anywhere in the world to be trained at their own pace whenever and wherever they choose. Offering the convenience of training at home or office, these instructor-led desktop courses are designed to help SmartPlant Enterprise 3D plant engineering design and data management software users further develop valuable skills and learn in an intuitive, innovative self-study format. Instruction is engineering workflow-driven instead of the typical command-centered format.

"Fluor Corporation believes that how well designers and engineers are trained affects their efficiency and willingness to accept the work process changes that the effective use of the SmartPlant 3D plant design software demands. The basis for Fluor's Next Generation Learning Strategy was to design a process that was both efficient and effective in supporting these principles. We determined early on that in addition to our learning environment that teaches Fluor work processes, we needed a method to teach the SmartPlant 3D core product more effectively than the traditional classroom courses. We believe the SmartPlant Enterprise Virtual Training (SPVT) provides Fluor the variability and flexibility we need to effectively transition our work force to SmartPlant 3D," said Mike Pye, director of Project Automation.

"The need for our growing SmartPlant customer base to quickly train SmartPlant 3D plant design software users to implement and scale projects has led us to develop this innovative approach to training," said Patrick Holcomb, Intergraph Process, Power & Marine executive vice president, global business development. "SmartPlant Virtual Training will provide new levels of flexibility and enable customers to achieve higher productivity, anywhere in the world, now faster and cheaper than ever before."

This format is developed for engineering firms that desire faster or quicker implementations and is not limited to the number of Intergraph training facilities or available instructors. A virtual course can also serve as an introduction to a topic prior to traditional training or as a "how-to" refresher for someone who has already had the instructor-led training. Each course gives one individual an Internet login to the lessons available in one course. The lessons can be referenced as often as requested during the 12-month access period.

SPVT offers the following client benefits:
* Accelerated learning -- quickly train large numbers of users with the ability to scale up or down to meet project demands
* Reduced training costs -- eliminate travel expenses with less time away from existing projects
* Global workshare -- provides consistent training across the world to global workshare engineering teams
* Increased efficiency -- share best practices and consistent methodologies; ensure everyone receives approved training
* Improved flexibility -- self-study at your own pace; take up to 12 months to master the material from your home or office, day or night

For more information about SPVT courses, visit PPMTraining.Intergraph.com.

About Intergraph:
Intergraph Corp. is the leading global provider of spatial information management (SIM) software. Security organizations, businesses and governments in more than 60 countries rely on the company's spatial technology and services to make better and faster operational decisions. Intergraph's customers organize vast amounts of complex data into understandable visual representations, creating intelligent maps, managing assets, building and operating better plants and ships and protecting critical infrastructure and millions of people around the world. For more information, visit Intergraph.com.

© 2008 Intergraph Corp. All rights reserved. Intergraph, the Intergraph logo, and SmartPlant are registered trademarks of Intergraph Corp. or its subsidiaries in the United States and in other countries. Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Quadrant EPP Expands Quicksilver Truck Liners To Off-Road Industry By Teaming Up With Komatsu

Quicksilver® liners have achieved continued success due to the productivity advantage realized by over the road haulers. Expanding on that success, Quadrant EPP announced their intent to broaden use in this market to the off-road industry by teaming up with Komatsu.

Reading, PA (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 17, 2008 -- Quicksilver® liners have achieved continued success due to the productivity advantage realized by over the road haulers. Expanding on that suc-cess, Quadrant EPP announced their intent to broaden use in this market to the off-road industry by teaming up with Komatsu. QuickSilver truck liners will be included as a fac-tory option for the new HM400. This is a first for Komatsu® and the off-road truck indus-try. Quadrant’s QuickSilver® was chosen due to its reputation for state of the art tech-nology, highest quality material, consistent thickness, width and quality. This commit-ment from a manufacturer solidifies the value a Quicksilver® liner can provide a hauler.

About Quadrant EPP

Quadrant EPP's products range from UHMW polyethylene, nylon and acetal to ultra-high performance polymers that resist temperatures to over 800 °F (425 °C). The company’s products are used for machined parts in food processing and packaging, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, chemical processing, life sciences, power gen-eration and diverse industrial equipment. Quadrant EPP’s products are supported by a global team of application development and technical service engineers.

Full support in evaluating designs and machining of parts is available from Quadrant En-gineering Plastic Products' Technical Support Group. Learn more about Quadrant at http://www.quadrantplastics.com.

Acetron, CleanStat, Duraspin, Duratron, Erta, Ertalyte, Ertalene, Ertalon, Extreme Materials, Fluorosint, Ketron, MC, Monocast, Nylatron, Nylasteel, Polypenco, Proteus, Sanalite, Semitron, Techtron, TIVAR and Vibratuf are registered trademarks of the Quadrant group of companies.

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Podcast with Objectivity CEO Discusses How to Compete in the Flat World

In a new podcast, Jay Jarrell discusses how Objectivity/DB has become a vital component of digital plant architectures

Sunnyvale, Calif. (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 - In a new interview with Better Process Podcast's Ken Rayment, Objectivity, Inc.'s President and CEO Jay Jarrell explores how the company's flagship product, Objectivity/DB, is being used by complex manufacturing, process control and automation vendors to eliminate bottlenecks, increase productivity and enhance digital plant operations.

The 10-minute podcast, "Industry Report with Jay Jarrell," can be accessed directly on the Better Process Podcast website.

During the interview, Jarrell addresses the emergence of the "Flat World," which has raised new challenges for traditional manufacturers at all levels of the industry, from small businesses to major vendors.

"The shift toward Flat World operations has made it imperative for manufacturers to change their methods of production and automation," Jarrell said. "In order to stay competitive, enterprises must find new ways of achieving interoperability and collaboration between multiple physical locations and multiple systems."

Objectivity/DB's distributed architecture enables real-time information processing, interoperability and a single, logical view comprised of data from multiple sources. The result is a tool that automation vendors can use to build applications for digital operations, which are essential for manufacturers that need to compete in a rapidly changing global marketplace.

Objectivity/DB is already embedded in multiple automation systems for customers including Metso Automation, Siemens, NEC and Emerson. Due to rapid adoption in the MPC&A industry, Objectivity was recognized as one of 40 emerging software vendors by Manufacturing Business Technology magazine in 2007.

A note on Objectivity/DB
Objectivity/DB has a fully scalable, distributed processing architecture that manages localized, centralized or distributed object databases by synthesizing large, complicated streams of data into a single logical view.

About Objectivity, Inc.
Objectivity, Inc. is the leading provider of distributed, real-time, SOA-enabled database management solutions for mission-critical applications. The company's flagship product, Objectivity/DB, is used by government, security, complex manufacturing, commercial services, science, and engineering organizations to increase speed, precision and productivity. Objectivity remains on the cutting edge of innovation by working directly with clients to build customized programs, find solutions to complicated challenges and seamlessly integrate technology across multiple platforms and languages.

Objectivity, Inc. is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA. Please contact us by visiting www.objectivity.com or calling (408) 992-7100. A 60-day free trial of Objectivity/DB is available on the website, and Objectivity also provides free web-based Object Database Training Courses.

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

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Manufacturer of Caster Wheels Selects Foot Master North America as New Sales, Marketing Representative in the U.S., Canada

G-DOK Industries, manufacturer of Foot Master® caster wheels, leveling casters, furniture casters, spring-loaded and various other precision casters and wheels, has been marketing casters and wheels in North America since 1989.

Chicago (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Foot Master North America, A Division Of Dorodo International, has been selected by caster wheels manufacturer G-DOK Industries to become its sales and marketing representative for the United States and Canada.

The Foot Master® leveling caster simply solves the question, "Can I move this piece of equipment to this location, and then set it securely as if it had legs?" This unique product design employs the design of a traditional caster combined with the ability to lower an anti-vibrational pad which raises the caster off the ground. This creates a stable and safe setting of the equipment, simply and easily applied with ergonomically designed options.

Foot Master® North America, located near Grand Rapids, Michigan, has extensive warehousing and logistics capabilities to service the needs of the North American industrial market. With many years of experience in caster wheels representation, Foot Master® North America is appropriately positioned to partner with G-DOK Industries to increase furniture casters sales and product awareness.

Jason Popma, Vice President of DoRodo® International, defines the goals to success through development of new distributors, a renewed support of existing distribution, and raising the level of product awareness outside the previous specialty furniture casters market and into the realm of the standard caster solutions idea. For years, buyers of furniture casters have been asking for the combination of function that afforded both the ability to move equipment as a cart, and then set on the floor firmly as a table.

Previous attempts in sales of these items have ignored this simple principle. Additionally, the traditional distribution and warehousing of these caster wheels has been logistically not advantageous geographically to the vast majority of North America. With a new commitment of partnering with distribution, and a more competitive pricing strategy, Foot Master® North America is positioned to bring these products and greater number "solutions" to a wider variety of industries.

DoRodo® International is a full service sales and marketing company with exclusive product lines specializing in caster wheels and furniture casters from the highest quality manufactures around the globe. Schioppa® Casters and Wheels from Sao Paulo, Brazil and Foot Master® from South Korea are just two of global brands that DoRodo® supports. Utilizing the latest infrastructure technology, DoRodo® provides dependable local inventory for the United States and Canadian markets.

For free samples or information, call Greg Weber or Joel Hall at 1.866.362.3226 or go to www.FootMasterCasters.com.

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Global Germanium Demand to Go Beyond 118 Thousand Metric Tons in 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Germanium market is highly dynamic, with changes in the end-use industries having significant effect on its demand. Global germanium market is forecast to be over 118 thousand metric tons by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Germanium is produced as a by-product of zinc mining. Germanium demand is dependent on zinc mining and the growth of end-use industries. These factors define the volatile and dynamic nature of germanium market. Demand for optical fibers, which constitute the largest end-use market for germanium, affects the metal's demand. Huge fall in demand for fiber optics in 2003 resulted in substantial decline in demand for germanium. Germanium market in United States is estimated at 300 thousand metric tons, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Demand for Germanium in Infrared Optics market is expected to register a CAGR of nearly 4.4% over the period 2001-2010. The electronics/solar applications segment represents the fastest growing end-use market for germanium. SiGe technology, gaining prominence in the semiconductor industry is expected to drive demand for germanium. Germanium is also being used as a substitute for gallium arsenide in the semiconductor industry.

The global marketplace is characterized by the presence of players such as Germanium Corporation of America, GFI Advanced Technologies, Recylex S.A., Novotech, Teck Cominco Metals, Umicore and Yunnan Chihong Zinc-Germanium Co.

"Germanium: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, profiles of major participants and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Russia, Belgium, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Analytics from 1991 through 2015 are provided in terms of end use segments including fiber optic systems, polymerization catalysts, infrared optics, electronics/solar applications.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Germanium_Market_Report.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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Global Safes & Vaults Market to Cross $5.5 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Technological innovations are emerging as the key market drivers, enabling manufacturers to offer a diversified product portfolio with enhanced features. Global safes & vaults market is projected to cross $5.5 billion by 2012, with most of the growth focused in developing regions.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- Global safes & vaults market, constituting about 3% of the global security equipment market, is on an inclining trend owing to increasing need for high-level security in various industries. Various factors influencing the market include increasing safety concerns, technological innovations in the global security equipment market, and increasing number of commercial banks. Crime in residential areas, increasing at an alarming rate, is widening the scope for security equipment market. Escalating sales of cabinet safes, modular and cast vault rooms, armored cabinets and vault doors are boosting the passive security equipment market.

European safes and vaults market is estimated at $1.36 billion for 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific is likely to emerge as the fastest growing market for safes and vaults, recording a CAGR of more than 4.5% over the period 2000-2010. Safes & vaults market, over the years, has been concentrating on the electronic side of the security industry. Electronic and computer technology is benefiting the industry in several aspects. Safe manufacturers are providing various high technology characteristics to safes and other security systems. Safes market in the United States is projected to reach $914 million by 2015.

In the physical security market, biometrics is expected to play a major role in providing improved performance by restricting unauthorized access to a storage device. Biometrics, one of the most promising technological has also forayed into the security market, providing the manufacturers with an opportunity to produce safes and vaults that authenticate the user based on behavioral or physiological characteristics.

The report titled "Safes & Vaults: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a review of key markets, growth drivers, product introductions/innovations and recent industry activity. The study analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for regions including United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America for the period 2000-2015. Product segments analyzed include Safes and Vaults.

Key players dominating the global safes & vaults market include Allied Fire & Security, Brown Safe Manufacturing, Bumil Safe, De La Rue, Diebold, Firelock Fireproof Modular Vaults, FireKing Security Group, EXL Safe, Format Tresorbau GmbH, Godrej & Boyce, Gardall Safe Corporation, Gunnebo AB, Chubb Safes, Fichet-Bauche, Kaba AG, KASO Oy, Klipton Ltd, Lampertz, Liberty Safe and Security Products, Mutual Safe Co, Sentry Group and Stark Safes.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Safes_and_Vaults_Market_Report.asp.

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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InventHelp Client Invents Cutting Tool

InventHelp clients from Marblehead and Methuen, Mass., have designed a device to be used by carpenters and do-it-yourselfers.

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) April 17, 2008 -- InventHelp announces that two of its clients, inventors from Marblehead and Methuen, Mass. have designed a device to be used by carpenters and do-it-yourselfers.

The CORA SCORER is designed to enable an individual to cut materials accurately. This device would offer added comfort to the user, which could possibly increase production. In addition, the CORA SCORER would be ideal for cutting blue board and other similar materials, and would be designed to stay securely in place during use.

Professional experience led them to develop the CORA SCORER. "I am a carpenter, and am always forgetting my tools," one inventor said. "I find myself having to go up and down the ladder to retrieve things. I wanted to come up with a device that could simplify the job."

The original design was submitted to the Boston office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 07-BMA-3189, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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Just In Time for the Recession: An Architectural Photography Company That Pays the Client; Collinstock Opens Online With Unique Approach to Photo Shoots and Licensing

Collinstock (www.collinstock.com) officially launches this month as a new resource for on-location photography in the architectural industry, but with a twist. Backed by more than 40 highly acclaimed architectural photographers across North America and Europe, Collinstock helps architects, builders, remodelers and designers get very good pictures of their projects. It then "harvests" images of building products and licenses them to manufacturers, dealers and their agencies. Headed by Steve Collins, former CEO of the Omnicom-owned Martin Williams ad agency in the Twin Cities, the company currently has signed on photographers in 28 cities across North America and the United Kingdom.

Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Collinstock.com launches this month as a new resource for on-location photography in the architectural industry, but with a twist.

Backed by more than 40 highly acclaimed architectural photographers across North America and Europe, Collinstock helps architects, builders, remodelers and designers get very good pictures of their projects. It then "harvests" images of building products and licenses them to manufacturers, dealers and their agencies.

Headed by Steve Collins, former CEO of the Omnicom-owned Martin Williams ad agency in the Twin Cities, the company currently has signed on photographers in 28 cities across North America and the United Kingdom. It hopes to have 75 photographers by the end of the year at different price levels in most major cities in throughout North America and Europe (See List of Photographers below*).

"We know it is very difficult for many manufacturers to get images of their projects in the market, because there is a lack of specific information about the "who, what, when, and where" of the project. Many hours are spent doing the backgrounding and research, just to get to the point of hiring a photographer. We do all that work for the manufacturer," said Collins.

The site will also serve as a resource to anyone looking for professional images and photographers for residential, commercial, landscape and golf architecture, as well as famous places, products and brands.

"This is a win/win/win for everyone," said Collins. "Through Collinstock, the architect, builder, designer and others can get premium photography at a subsided cost and gain greater visibility for their projects in the publishing world; the manufacturer gets access to important location images at very good rates; and photographers have a bigger market for their images."

Collinstock will also manage photography process:
Collinstock provides outsourcing services to manage the entire year's photography budget, and then help clients leverage the images successfully. "If we manage it, I can almost guarantee the client will save anywhere from 10-20% of their photography budget, because we match the photographer appropriately to the job and also incorporate volume discount savings," said Collins.

Helps small or large companies market client projects:
Probably the biggest benefit of the company is for smaller, local companies, or very large national companies, to get their work organized, shot and put in front of editors. "We run into architects all the time who are so busy, they don't have time to think about getting shots of their projects, let alone how they get shots sent to the right influencers in the publishing world, Collins says. "We have a turnkey approach to help this group and others begin a dialog with editors. In addition, for a small consulting fee, we can help them make better use of the images in public relations, collateral, website and search engine marketing," said Collins.

About Collinstock.com:
The Collinstock website, www.collinstock.com, offers a wide variety of photographers for hire and architectural images to license. Image categories include residential and commercial architecture, landscape and golf architecture, products, brands and famous places. The company also offers consulting services to help manufacturers, architects, builders, remodelers and designers create better marketing materials and strategies.

For more information contact Steve Collins at 612-735-7717 or 866-917-4974, (toll free) or steve @ collinstock.com.

*Some of the well-known photographers include:

Atlanta: Rion Rizzo, Jim Roof, Jonathan Harper
Boston: Greg Premru, Edua Wilde, Eric Scott
Buffalo: James Cavanaugh
Toronto, Canada: Peter Sellar
Colorado Springs: David Beightol
Connecticut: John and Cassidy Olson, John Kane, Jeff Yardis
Chicago: Susan Carr, Gary Cialdella
Denver: Monika Hileary
Los Angeles: Brian Jones, Doug Hill
Miami: Mike Butler
Milwaukee: David Bader
Minneapolis: Peter Wong, Dana Wheelock, Andrea Rugg, Karen Melvin, Troy Thies, Shawn Nielsen
Montana: Gordon Gregory, Mark Bryant
Maine: Scott Dorrance
Napa Valley: Douglas Sterling
Philadelphia: Peter Kubilus
San Francisco: Paul Dyer
San Diego: Roland Bishop
Washington DC: Carol Highsmith, Erik Kvalsvik
Washington State: Laurie Black
England: Niall Cotton, Jack Eames, John Evans, Paul Freeman, Simon Kirwan, Colin Streater, Charlotte Junker
Scotland: Paul Bock
Contact:
Steve Collins, Collinstock
Hi-Res Images Available Upon Request
612-735-7717 or 866-917-4974 (toll free)
steve @ collinstock.com

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IVT Co-Founder and CTO Greg Pulier Recognized as Rich Media Webcasting Visionary

Pulier selected by Streaming Media Magazine as one of most significant contributors to the online video industry over the past decade.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- IVT, which transforms the reach and impact of companies' communications with an industrial-strength suite of rich media webcasting products, today congratulates Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Greg Pulier, for his selection by the editors of Streaming Media Magazine as one of the original "Streaming Media All-Stars." Selected from more than 130 nominations, the "Streaming Media All-Stars" are a distinguished group of 25 individuals who had the most significant impact on the development of the online video industry over the last decade. Pulier joins other award winners from a long list of prominent companies including Microsoft, The Walt Disney Company, MTV Networks, Akamai, Limelight, RealNetworks, NBC Universal, VeriSign and Wachovia Bank.

"Our inaugural Streaming Media All-Star selections really represent the hall of fame of people who have contributed to the streaming media industry over the last 10 years. Greg Pulier is a prime example of that level of contribution," said Eric Schumacher-Rasmussen, Editor, Streaming Media. "10 years ago, Greg was creating interactive online video experiences when the power of the network was not even mature. Subsequently he has produced rich media webcasting products that have revolutionized how businesses now use video webcasting to communicate with employees, customers, partners and investors. Greg is exactly the kind of hall of fame contributor that has earned this kind of recognition."

Over the past 10 years, Greg Pulier has been at the forefront of the streaming media industry. Pulier envisioned and developed IVT's patented webcasting software products, which currently hold 5 patents with 14 pending. Pulier's pioneering achievements include:

Envisioning and launching IVT MediaPlatform, the world's first industrial-strength enterprise-class webcasting software product to answer the industry's need for a powerful tool that could create, manage, publish and measure rich media webcasts. To date ten's of thousands of webcasts and millions of viewers have benefited from this achievement.
Democratizing the use of video webcasting within the enterprise through the creation of IVT Studio. The self-service video webcasting offering is the only software product in its class aimed at the everyday PowerPoint users rather than the media professional. IVT Studio has allowed employees from IBM, Rohm & Haas and others to create, publish and measure the response to their own video-based webcast presentations.
The first to bring complete webcasting capabilities to the enterprise through the software as a service (SaaS) delivery model. This unique offering has enabled companies of all sizes to immediately create and publish large scale rich media webcasts to tens of thousands of viewers without a significant investment in hardware, service providers or IT infrastructure.
Pioneering a number of landmark webcasts in the early days of the online video industry, including projects for Victoria's Secret, The Sopranos, HBO Boxing and others as well as producing interactive online experiences including Kobe Bryant, Shaquille O'Neill, Kathy Ireland, Heidi Klum and Will Smith.
"I'd like to formally thank Eric, Dan, Joel and everyone at Streaming Media for their selection. It is an extraordinary honor for me as well as all of my colleagues at IVT," said Pulier. "As the use and adoption of streaming media has increased over the last decade, individuals and businesses alike have discovered the power and importance of video-based communications. With great anticipation I look forward to working closely with Streaming Media to educate and excite the marketplace about the new technologies that we are creating everyday. This effort will allow individuals and organizations of all sizes and shapes to connect and move audiences around the world."

"During his career, Greg has developed a number of patented webcasting technologies that have made enterprise video more accessible to the corporate world and has allowed many organizations to bring webcasting in-house or to significantly upgrade their existing programs," said Phillip Whalen, President and CEO, IVT. "His product innovations have impacted millions of people and have empowered thousands of media professionals and non-technical executives alike to tap into the power of streaming media. On behalf of the company I would like to officially congratulate Greg on this tremendous achievement."

Greg Pulier will receive his award at Streaming Media East where IVT will be exhibiting at booth #212 from May 21-22 at New York Hilton Hotel.

About IVT (http://www.ivtweb.com)
IVT transforms the reach and impact of companies' communications. IVT's industrial-strength suite of reliable rich media webcasting products is changing how people present, distribute and absorb ideas and information. From easy, self-service desktop applications to complete corporate webcasting solutions, IVT's products are powered by the world's most advanced, patented rich media publishing engine. Using video, PowerPoint and interactive elements, IVT's product suite allows companies of all sizes to create and share both live and pre-recorded communications. Webcasts and podcasts created with IVT software are providing content creators with immediate, detailed insight into audience behavior and message comprehension, closing the loop on modern communications. IVT is making meetings, training, communications and customer service efforts more effective, while increasing information retention and simultaneously cutting costs.

For general inquiries and additional product information, please go to www.ivtweb.com or contact info @ ivtweb.com.

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NDS, the One-Dollar ERP Company, Offers Manufacturing ERP with Choices

Regardless of manufacturers' method (or methods), NDS offers an ERP solution that is custom-fit to the business, still at a $1 site license fee.

Clearwater, FL (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 16, 2008 -- Robust and scalable, NDS manufacturing software spans the enterprise, from manufacturing, financial reporting and supply-chain management to customer relationship management. While leading ERP vendors up-charge for bundled software features, NDS offers all options at the same $1 site license fee. This allows small- and medium-sized manufacturers choices in how to manage their businesses with the same insight and clarity as large enterprises.

For example, multiple manufacturing methods may be configured for simultaneous use in the same ERP application - whether make-to-stock, make-to-order, configure-to-order, fabricate-to-order, engineer-to-order or project manufacturing. If a manufacturer builds to demand or builds to forecast, NDS supports those needs, as well. In fact, all the manufacturing methods in the NDS ERP application are complementary and integrate seamlessly.

Bob Hawkins, VP of Operations at Alto Products Corp., said, “The planning and manufacturing production capabilities inherent in the NDS ERP system have helped Alto Products grow into the largest independently-owned manufacturer and distributor of clutch plate and automatic transmission parts in the world. With the NDS ERP solution, we are able to efficiently manage our build-to-stock, build-to-order and pick-to-order demand from more than 15 locations around the globe.”

NDS ERP delivers measurable return on investment, with its adaptability at an affordable price. The state-of-the-art software suite gives manufacturers the latitude to define how they run their businesses and then get to the task of conducting business. Yes, even $1 can buy choices.

About NDS Systems
Since its inception in 1985, NDS Systems – the "One-Dollar ERP Company" – has committed itself to offering a comprehensive suite of world-class manufacturing, distribution, service and financial software. Recognizing in 1998 that the Internet changes everything and that companies would trend toward an e-business model, the company re-engineered its entire Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to a multi-tier architecture with totally integrated business logic that provides a Web-based business system for the real-time, online enterprise. The NDS enterprise customer base spans the manufacturing, distribution and service sectors, with revenues of $5 million to $500 million. Please visit www.ndsapps.com or www.onedollarerp.com for more information.

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Kredit Automation & Controls, Inc. Delivers World's Largest Automated Extrusion Die Cleaning Facility.

The largest die cleaning system manufactured by Kredit Automation & Controls Inc. to date promises safe and efficient die cleaning of 30" diameter dies

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Kredit Automation & Controls, Inc., a Rockwell Automation Systems Integrator Partner, announced today that it has delivered what it believes is the worlds largest automated aluminum extrusion die cleaning system to Indalex of Connersville, IN. Indalex Aluminum Solutions is the largest independent producer of soft alloy extrusion products and the second largest aluminum extruder in North America.

The die cleaning system is designed to remove aluminum from extrusion dies that are up to 30 inches in diameter at a rate of 45 dies per day. Efficient removal of aluminum from dies is critical to preparing the extrusion dies for re-use. Unlike the process used throughout most of the industry, the Kredit Automation die cleaning system is specifically designed to minimize employee exposure to hot, high pH, caustic liquids. In addition to significantly increased safety for the Indalex die shop employees, attention to process control results in a high performance die cleaning system that offers a reduction in chemical usage and cleaning time over existing systems.

Kredit Automation & Controls installed a similar system for another international aluminum extruder located in Phoenix, AZ, where they experienced significant improvements in operator safety, productivity, and a reduction in chemical usage because of efficiency improvements. That facility reports an annual savings of $60,000 per year with the Kredit Automation die cleaning system and die cleaning time reduced by as much as 50% with an associated decrease in labor. "This system represents the state-of-the-art in extrusion die cleaning. The level of safety offered to the die shop operators is second to none." says Dale Kredit, president of Kredit Automation & Controls.

About Indalex: Indalex Holding Corp., or Indalex, a wholly owned subsidiary of Indalex Holdings Finance Inc., through its operating subsidiaries Indalex Inc. and Indalex Ltd., with headquarters in Lincolnshire, Illinois, is the largest independent producer of soft alloy extrusion products and the second largest aluminum extruder in North America. The company's aluminum extrusion products are widely used throughout industrial, commercial, and residential applications and are customized to meet specific end-user requirements.
The company's North American network includes two cast houses, 13 extrusion facilities, 35 extrusion presses with circle sizes up to 14 in., a variety of fabrication and close tolerance capabilities, six electrostatic paint lines and three anodizing operations.
For additional information, please visit www.indalex.com.

About KREDIT AUTOMATION & CONTROLS, INC.: Kredit Automation is a manufacturing systems integrator located in Phoenix, Arizona. Their products and services include the design and fabrication of new machinery and material handling equipment, retrofit of older machinery with new control systems, and 24/7 service and repair. Kredit Automation & Controls is a Rockwell Automation Integrator Partner, and provides integration, upgrades, and repairs for many Fortune 500 manufacturers.

Contact information: Steven Smith, Vice President. 4038 E. Superior Ave. Building 2, Suite 102, Phoenix, AZ 85040. Phone number: 602.454.7244. Email: steve.smith @ kreditautomation.com. Web page URL: www.kreditautomation.com

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Global Roofing Market to Reach $59.81 Billion, While Global Insulation Market to Reach $31.49 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Marred by the slowdown in the US construction industry, world roofing market is forecasted to grow at a rundown CAGR of 3.97% over the years 2007 through 2010, while insulation market is forecast to post a CAGR of 4.66% for the same period.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- As the world roofing and insulation market recovers poise, new materials and energy savings are expected to emerge into top priorities among retailers, and building owners alike. Distributors are increasingly teaming up with sophisticated landmark architects, building owners, and specifiers to bolster sales of huge roofing and insulation systems. Information dissemination is an added key trend prevailing in the markets. Manufacturers are channeling substantial efforts to detail the designs and to further simplify the installation process along with formalized training and supervision modules. Independent quality certification is another growing trend attempting to stipulate and ensure adherence to efficiency standards. Europe is the largest region for insulation in the world, and is projected cross $16.9 billion by 2015, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. In terms of growth rate, Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest growing region with a CAGR of about 7.32% over the period 2011 through 2015. World

Metal roofing market is projected to reach $13.0 billion by the year 2012, encouraged largely by the efforts taken by manufacturers, and retailers to dispel myths surrounding issues such as noise made by metal roofs, walkability on metal rooftop, susceptibility to rust, and lack of aesthetic appeal. Foamed Plastics Insulation Market in Latin America is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.11% over the years 2011 through 2015.

Key players operating in the market include - American Hydrotech Inc., Atlas Roofing Corporation, BASF Aktiengesellschaft, GAF Materials Corporation, Icopal Limited, Johns Manville, Knauf Insulation Inc., Lafarge Roofing GmbH, Owens Corning, Royal Group Inc, Saint-Gobain, CertainTeed Insulation Group, Sika Sarnafil Inc., SIG Plc, The Garland Company Inc., The Rockwool Group, and Top Global Limited, among others.

The report titled "Roofing & Insulation: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, competition, research & development, product overview, product introductions/innovations, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for regions such as United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Product segments analyzed for the roofing market include Asphalt Shingles, Metal, Elastomeric, Built-Up, Roofing Tile, Modified Bitumen, and Plastic, while product segments analyzed for the insulation market include Foamed Plastics, Fiberglass, Mineral Wool, and Others.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Roofing_And_Insulation_Market_Report.asp

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

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Europe Accounts for More than 53% of the Global Tartaric Acid Market, According to New Report By Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Tartaric acid is a natural organic acid contained in grapes, especially wine dregs, which are transformed into calcium tartrate after extraction of residual alcohol. Tartaric acid finds application in food processing industry, chemical and pharmaceutical industry and construction industry. Global demand for tartaric acid is expected to reach 58 thousand tons by 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Wine production represents one of the major end-uses of tartaric acid. Among non-food applications, cosmeceuticals and nutraceuticals offer high growth opportunities for tartaric acid. Global tartaric acid market is expected to grow at a compounded annual rate of approximately 2.25% over the period 2001-2010, as stated in a recent report published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Worldwide demand for tartaric acid in food & beverage is expected to be around 28 thousand tons in 2010. Tartaric acid demand in Latin America is expected to cross the 10-thousand tons mark in 2010.

Major players in the marketplace include Caviro, Changmao Biochemical Engineering, Hangzhou BioKing Biochemical, Industrias Vinicas, Legre-Mante, Ninghai Organic Chemical Factory, Tarac Technologies, Thirumalai Chemicals and Toray.

"Tartaric Acid: A Global Strategic Business Report", published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides product profile, recent developments, profiles of major players and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as US, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Spain, Russia, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Analytics for the period 1991 through 2015 are provided in terms of end use segments including food & beverage and non-food applications.

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

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Global Emission Control Catalysts Market to Cross $7.4 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Regulations are the major drivers of emission control catalysts. A series of international agreements on reducing emissions, and national initiatives for reducing emissions are driving the global market of emission control catalysts. The global market for emission control catalysts is projected to exceed $7.4 billion by the year 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Industries and automobiles are the major sources of emissions worldwide. While developed regions such as United States, Western Europe, and Japan have achieved considerable success in reducing emissions through various regulations, emerging economies in Asia and Latin America are also increasing efforts to control emissions. As such these regions offer higher growth opportunities when compared to other markets around the world. Asia-Pacific region is projected to offer the highest growth opportunity for emission control catalysts, recording a CAGR of about 7.75%, as stated by Global industry analysts, Inc. Europe represents the largest emission control catalysts market in the world, projected to be worth $2.8 billion by 2010.

Industrial emission control catalysts offer higher growth opportunities than motor vehicle emission control catalysts. Industrial emission control catalysts market is expected to be fastest growing segment of the total emission control catalysts market. Regional variations in regulation for automotive and industrial emissions affect growth opportunities for emission control catalysts. Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America offer the highest growth opportunities for motor vehicle emission control catalysts. Global motor vehicle emission control catalysts market is projected to record a CAGR of 3.4% over the period 2001-2010.

Vendors of emission control catalysts are increasing spending on R&D to adhere to evolving emission norms. With regulatory authorities increasing the scope of coverage for emission norms to include new classes of vehicles and industries, manufacturers of emission control catalysts are expected to derive higher profits. Alliances between local companies and global majors are increasing. Higher growth opportunities in emerging markets are also leading to consolidation in the industry.

The report titled "Emission Control Catalysts: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends and issues, competitive scenario, product overview, product introductions/innovations and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for the period 1991-2015 by the following segments - Motor Vehicle Emission Control Catalysts and Industrial Emission Control Catalysts. Regions analyzed include United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America.

Key players dominating the global emission control catalysts market include BASF Catalysts, Catalytic Solutions, Corning Incorporated, DCL International, Johnson Matthey, OM Group, Rhodia, Sud-Chemie AG, Tenneco and Umicore SA.

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

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Global Microfilm and Microfiche Equipment & Supplies Market to Exceed $1.02 Billion by 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Increasing concerns over digital data storage and retrieval systems is expected to be one of the few growth drivers in microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies in the near future. The global microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies market is projected to exceed $1.02 billion by 2012.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Increasing usage of digital data storage solutions has been impeding growth of microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies market for nearly two decades. However, with efforts on to develop hybrid solutions that integrate the best of film based and digital storage environments, demand for some segments of microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies industry would increase marginally. Issues such as legal acceptance of microfilm-based data are also expected to drive growth in the demand for film based storage technologies. European market for microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies, the largest market worldwide is estimated at $305 million for the year 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Asia-Pacific represents the fastest growing market for microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 2.8%.

Growth opportunities would continue to exist, albeit in small niches, for companies that can provide a valid cost to benefit ratio business case. The microfilm market is set to survive through the digital revolution for yet another moderate number of years in future, primarily on account of stability and long life expectancy. Microfilm market is projected to cross the $500-million mark by the year 2010.

The report titled "Microfilm and Microfiche Equipment & Supplies: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a review of key markets, end-use industries, product overview, technological advancements, and recent industry activity. The study also analyzes market data and analytics in value sales for the period 2000-2015, by the following product segments - Microfilm Cameras, Microfilm Developers, Microfilm Readers/Retrieval Systems, Microfilm Printers and Microfilm. Regions analyzed include United States, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America

Key players dominating the global microfilm and microfiche equipment & supplies market include Anacomp, Eastman Kodak Company and National Archive Publishing.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Microfilm_and_Microfiche_Equipment_and_Supplies_Market_Report.asp.

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

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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World Pistons, Piston Rings and Engine Valves Market to Reach 2.5 Billion units by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

The automotive parts industry has undergone a significant change in the recent past. There has been a considerable shift in cars and components, production methods and materials. Driven by expanding demand in the Asian economies and new product developments, worldwide pistons, piston rings and engine valves market is forecast to reach 2.5 billion units by 2010.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Automotive industry forms an essential component of the global economic activity. Its vast size has far reaching influence on diverse industries and sectors, both backward and forward. The automotive components market is primarily influenced by the number of new vehicles manufactured, which is significantly affected by the prevailing economic conditions. Demand for the aftermarket parts and accessories is based on various factors including vehicle purchase, weather conditions, and factors such as number of miles driven by the vehicle and the average life of parts and accessories.

Europe and United States collectively command over 50% of the global demand for pistons, piston rings and engine valves market, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Europe represents the largest pistons, piston rings and engine valves market with volume sales estimated at 752 million units for 2008. The European pistons, piston rings and engine valves market operates in tune with the region's automobile industry. Germany represents the largest market for pistons, piston rings and engine valves, with sales projected to touch 209 million units by the year 2010. Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest growing regional market over the 2000-2010 period, as majority of the sales growth in the automobile industry originates from Asia-Pacific markets. As established automakers from North America, Europe, and Japan enter the region, Asian producers continue to increase their production and compete in overseas markets. Engine valves market is forecast to witness the fastest growth at a CAGR of over 3% over the period 2000-2010.

The increasing demand for 4-stroke vehicles constitutes another factor that is projected to drive the global market for piston rings. The trend is particularly evident in the developing regions with customers moving towards vehicles with 4-strokes, which require five piston rings. United States is the single largest piston rings market in the world, with sales estimated at 271 million units for 2008.

The report titled "Pistons, Piston Rings And Engine Valves: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. analyzes the market for the period 2001-2015. Analysis is presented for the United States, Japan, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Latin America.

Leading players profiled in the report include Burgess-Norton Manufacturing Company, Elgin Industries, Federal-Mogul Corporation, Hastings Manufacturing Company, Kolbenschmidt Pierburg AG, Mahle International GmbH, Nippon Piston Ring Co Ltd, and TRW Automotive.

For more details of this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Pistons_Piston_Rings_and_Engine_Valves_Market_Report.asp

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

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Explosives Market Projected to Reach 11.2 Million Metric Tons in 2012, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Worldwide explosives demand is impacted by economic development, energy and base minerals demand, environmental push for cleaner fuels, transition from underground to surface mining and lack of viable mainstream competitive technologies. Global explosives market is expected to be 11.22 million metric tons in 2012.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Global industrialization and high prices of alternative energy sources have driven demand for thermal coal, which in turn has bolstered the worldwide market for coal mining. Explosives such as ammonium nitrate and dynamite are scaling new heights in the mining industry. In addition to coal mining, other end-use sectors include metal mining, quarrying operations and industrial minerals. In the construction industry, growth in infrastructure and non-residential sector is projected to propel consumption of explosives, particularly specialized and high-margin products.

The US market for explosives is estimated at 3.4 million metric tons for 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. The US, Europe and Asia collectively account for about 85 percent of the global explosives market. In terms of value, worldwide explosive market is estimated at US$8.6 billion for 2008. Growth in the mining industry in Africa is a major factor boosting consumption. Countries in the Pacific Rim and Latin America, where penetration levels are low despite rich metal and coal reserves, offer tremendous scope for growth. World ANFO market is estimated at 1.65 million metric tons for 2008.

The global marketplace includes participants such as AECI Ltd, Alliant Techsystems Inc, Austin Powders, Dyno Nobel, ENAEX, LSB Industries, NOF Corp, Orica Ltd, Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Co, Sasol, SA d'Explosifs et de Produits Chimique, Exchem Plc, Societe Nationale Des Poudres Et Explosifs and Unión Española de Explosives.

"Explosives: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, product profile, players, recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, alliances and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for major geographic markets such as United States, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, the UK, Italy, Spain, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East/Africa. Analytics are provided in terms of product segments including Blasting Agents, (Unprocessed Ammonium Nitrate, ANFO, and Water Explosives), Propellants and Pyrotechnics for the period 1991-2015.

For more details about this research report, please visit
http://www.strategyr.com/Explosives_Market_Report.asp

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

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

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New Lenox Twist-A-View Borescope Offers Versatile, Low Cost Fiberoptic Borescope Solution

Lenox Instrument Company, the original manufacturer of the borescope, has announced the offering of a new fiber optic borescope called the Twist-A-View Borescope. The new model is designed to offer a full 360 degree inspection radius with the simple twist of the scope.

Trevose, Pa (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- Lenox Instrument Company, the manufacturer of the original borescope, today announced the offering of a new flexible fiberoptic orbital probe borescope. The new Twist-A-View Borescope allows for full 360 degree inspections of tight, restricted areas with a simple twist of the scope.

"We wanted to provide users with a versatile, affordable, and portable flexible borescope that could be depended upon for a wide range of visual inspection uses," said Paul Lang, vice president of Lenox Instrument Company. "The new Twist-A-View Borescope is a fully featured fiberoptic borescope that is capable of performing the same duties as an articulated flex scope and a rigid borescope."

The 360 degree rotation is made possible by a 90 degree right angle viewing adaptor, which is supplied with the Twist-A-View Borescope. In addition, at just 4mm (.157") in diameter, the 28 inch Twist-A-View Borescope can be 'snaked' into tight locations requiring visual inspections.

High resolution is produced by 17,000 fiber optic pixels, which deliver an image nearly equal in quality to those delivered from rigid borescopes. An achromatic eyepiece provides users a crisp image covering the entire field of view.

Further enhancing the Twist-A-View Borescope's visual inspection capabilities is a portable, battery operated LED light source. The LED delivers a bright white light at 5500 degrees Kelvin with a light intensity of 20,000 lux at a distance of 16mm (.629"), illuminating even the darkest areas.

"The Twist-A-View Borescope represents a great value for users seeking a borescope that offers all of the sharpness and capabilities of a rigid borescope, but requiring the versatility of a flexible scope," said Lang. "We expect the new borescope will be priced at less than $2000."

Ideal for a wide range of inspection applications, the portable Lenox Twist-A-View Borescope and LED light source are used to inspect for corrosion, leaks, cracks, stress, wear, blockages, deposits, and debris, and are recommended for inspecting turbine, gas or diesel engines, combustion chambers, pumps and valves, pipelines, tubing, castings, and machined parts.

The Twist-A-View Borescope is both waterproof and resistant to oil and fuel. With a bend radius of 30mm (1.18") the Twist-A-View Borescope has a working distance from 5mm (.197") to infinity, and a field of view of 40 degrees.

Every Lenox Twist-A-View Borescope includes a carrying case, portable LED illumination, and an extension cable for the LED light source. Video and digital still camera packages are available.

Lenox Twist-A-View Borescopes, Model 6800SFK-720, are in stock and available for delivery at an introductory price of $1966.00, and like all Lenox products, is backed by a 2 year warranty.

Lenox Instrument Company personnel are available to assist in choosing the proper borescope for any application. For more information or to place an order for the Twist-A-View Borescope, visit catalog.lenoxinst.com/category/borescopes or call Lenox at 800-356-1104.

Lenox Instrument Company has been providing visual inspection instruments to the defense, power generation, and manufacturing industries since 1920. Offering a full line of visual NDT borescopes, endoscopes, videoscopes, and high temperature camera systems, Lenox products are renowned for their rugged and innovative style. From the 1920 invention of the first industrial borescope, to the first borescope used at a nuclear site, to the internal inspection of today's jet engines, or the internal viewing of a furnace, Lenox Instrument Company has always offered the highest quality and broadest range of remote vision instruments to satisfy our customer's most stringent needs.

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Automated Manifesting System & Software by ScanScale Solves Warehouse Operations Problems and Improves Shipping Efficiency for Miyako USA

ScanScale.com, a manifesting software and hardware solutions company, announces the successful implementation of a new packing and weighing system for electronics components distributor, Miyako USA.

(PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- ScanScale entered the scene for the warehouse operations of Miyako USA with solutions to overcome challenges with label consistency, software communications and data management programs to improve customer and carrier relationships.

Getting To Know You:

Efrain Zabala, consultant and owner of EZ Management Consulting Incorporated, has been in the operations side of the material handling business for many years.

“When I was asked by a small family owned business, Miyako USA, to set up a production line, I was familiar with their goals. My biggest challenge was to acquire all the components to accomplish this new process,” says Zabala.

Miyako USA is a distribution center specializing in the shipment of computer and electronic components from China to the Caribbean and Latin America. Zabala set out to improve their labor-intensive manifesting operations by implementing some automation and streamlining the required process of weighing and measuring the boxes. “Packing lists were generated manually and subject to human error and the calligraphy skills of various warehouse staff,” says Zabala about how this circumstance created a negative impact by leading to difficulties with freight forwarders and customers.

A No Brainer – Automate the Process:

“Creating a repeatable packing list that was consistent and professional with reliable information that included weight and size would have several benefits. For one, it would improve their carrier relationships,” Zabala stresses the importance of how this information needs to be accurate. Often times, inaccurate size input would create problems with the carriers. As another benefit, enabling the client to charge shipping costs appropriately would help recover lost revenue caused by guessing estimations that typically had to be absorbed by the client. In addition, money saved from not having to compensate the customer in good faith when errors were made would put more money back into their bottom line.

Partnering with System Vendors:

Making major changes can be challenging and the source of many headaches. Finding the right people with the right equipment is quite a process, and a time consuming one. Zabala knew right where to start his search. On previous jobs, Zabala had worked with the quality Mettler- Toledo, Inc. for checkweighing systems. “I made an inquiry with Mettler- Toledo, Inc. and since they provided only one piece of the process, they passed me on to their partners who could assist with not only an automated conveyor scale, but also the input devices, barcode scanning, label printers and the software needed to bring it all together.” Once the contact was made with ScanScale, it didn’t take long for Zabala to realize he found his integrator. “I looked into a scale and dimensioning. When they asked what my overall needs were, the ball started rolling. An RFP was sent and an attractive proposal was received from ScanScale for the entire implementation.”

Software Support: Before, During, and After:

"We have been very pleased with Jeff Davies, the ScanScale software engineer on the project,” says Zabala. “When first discussing the project overview, Davies showed initiative.” Zabala goes on to say, “He was interested and offered his point of view, which was respected.” Zabala explains his satisfaction with how this process aided in helping to create the perfect workflow. After the installation, support was another important factor as well. “Making modifications to accommodate day to day scenarios as they arose was a necessary provision,” Zabala chuckles as he makes reference to a change being made remotely by Davies at the very moment. Owner and creator of ScanScale, Dan Ross says, "Part of the success of ScanScale is the ability to create simple shipping software solutions quickly - solutions that fit into customers existing ERP systems. The goal from the start was to be flexible and modular - this enables ScanScale to help a variety of clients, large and small."

Show Me the Benefits:

Overall, this project will produce many sources of payback, like higher level of customer satisfaction, less errors, professionalism, repeatability, labor savings, more profit increases, and enhanced productivity. Additionally, Miyako USA was in the process of upgrading to Sage Pro ERP and wanted to make the greatest use of it. ScanScale successfully interfaced the packing solution to otherwise unused Pro modules, also helping to achieve another Miyako USA objective to fully utilize the program.

“More than higher throughput, although this will increase as our proficiency increases, we are focusing on quality and we feel we’ve accomplished that with ScanScale. Everything else like improved throughput will be a bonus,” Zabala says.

Knowledgeable & Personable:

Zabala found the team at ScanScale easy to work with as he says, “Something I find unique in this industry is coming across qualified people that are personable and professional.” Zabala ads, “The ScanScale people are still very responsive as we continue to make improvements to our processes. We will be looking to work with them once again when we improve some of our operations on the inbound side.”

Contact: Dan Ross at 630-859-0598, www.scanscale.com, mailto:Dan@ScanScale.com

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ADMET Offers Digital Load Cell Calibration Unit

ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, now offers a digital tool for force calibration. Called the Gauge Buster Calibration Unit, it is designed to be combined with load cells to certify materials testing machines, presses and other load weighing equipment to ASTM E4 Force Verification standards.

Norwood, MA (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, now offers a digital tool for force calibration. Called the Gauge Buster Calibration Unit, it is designed to be combined with load cells to certify materials testing machines, presses and other load weighing equipment to ASTM E4 Force Verification standards.

Useful for calibrators and manufactures of force transducers, the Gauge Buster Calibration Unit stores up to ten load cell calibrations with 15 points of linearization in each calibration. The unit includes a remote pushbutton to freeze the current load and record it from the Gauge Buster display. Calibration results can also be imported into reports to produce certifications.

ADMET's manufacturing process combines the Gauge Buster Calibration Unit with a load cell from ADMET's extensive load cell catalog or from the customer. ADMET creates custom load tables for the specific Gauge Buster/load cell combination and sends the package to an Accredited Force Calibration Lab for certification according to ASTM E74 Class A standards. The resulting system is capable of verifying forces on hydraulic and electromechanical testing machines, presses and pre-stressing rigs.

The Gauge Buster Calibration Unit is available in both a standard AC model and a battery-powered portable unit for remote applications. The portable unit can operate up to eight hours on a full charge.

"The Gauge Buster Calibration Unit is a handy tool for performing ASTM E4 force verifications in the field," said Richard Gedney, ADMET founder and president. "We have worked with companies that verify force calibrations since our founding in 1989, so we understand what they need in a calibration tool to reliably and cost-effectively certify equipment."

The Gauge Buster Calibration Unit is available immediately from ADMET. It is priced at $1,430 for the standard unit and $1,995 for the battery-powered portable unit. Load cell pricing varies, or customers can connect to their existing load cells. See http://www.admet.com/assets/GaugeBusterOptions.pdf for additional information or contact ADMET at sales@admet.com or call 781-769-0850.

About ADMET:
ADMET Inc., founded in 1989 and based in Norwood, Mass., combines high-quality products and services to deliver the most efficient and cost effective materials testing systems. Its products range from new and used universal testing frames and components, to software and specialized control units, and grips and fixtures. The company also retrofits electromechanical, hydraulic and digitally controlled testing machines from any manufacturer to deliver more reliable test results, simplify operations, meet international standards and integrate with data collection systems. Highly skilled engineers provide customers with personalized research and development services and support to make ADMET the most responsive materials testing equipment supplier. ADMET's loyal customer base includes leading manufacturers, testing labs, researchers and universities in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, concrete, construction, metals, plastics, textiles and other industries. ADMET's products are widely distributed in North America, Central and South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim. ADMET can be reached at 781-769-0850, sales @ admet.com or by visiting http://www.admet.com.

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TDCI Sponsors Aberdeen Research on Benefits of Product Configurators

Aberdeen Group benchmark report finds profit margins improve up to 80% for companies using Configurator Solutions.

Columbus, Ohio (PRWEB) April 16, 2008 -- In a newly released benchmark report, "Tailoring Products to Customer Preferences: Configuring Profits to Order," Aberdeen Group found that manufacturers are increasingly turning to customization as a way to win business. However, capturing and validating exactly what customers want, accurately quoting orders, while still delivering products quickly is challenging. Companies that are successfully addressing these challenges are able to reap the benefits of higher product profitability. Some are even seeing product profit margins improve by up to 80%, just by using configuration solutions.

"Companies who have not deployed a configuration solution will be at a competitive disadvantage and will forego the benefits of higher profit margins," says Michelle Boucher, Research Analyst for Aberdeen Group's Product Innovation and Engineering practice. "A sales configurator alone can translate to profit margins that are 12% higher. An integrated sales, product and manufacturing configurator solution can mean profit margins that are 21% higher.

This report analyzed the experiences of over three hundred companies to uncover what industry leaders are doing differently. The report details how leaders:

Validate custom orders and develop accurate quotes 20% more often than competitors.
Achieve higher customer satisfaction with 3.5 times as many customizable features as competitors.
Meet promised delivery dates 14% more often than competitors.

TDCI, Inc. (TDCI), a leading provider of configurator-based guided selling and quoting software sponsored this research as part of on-going efforts to further understand the issues facing manufacturers of highly customized products.

A download of the report is available at no cost complementary of TDCI at: www.aberdeen.com/link/sponsor.asp?spid=30411119&cid=4666.

About TDCI and BuyDesign
TDCI (www.tdci.com) is an enterprise solution provider that specializes in helping manufacturers and their distributors streamline the interest-to-order cycle for customized products. TDCI's BuyDesign® software is a comprehensive web-based guided selling and configuration solution developed to help companies increase sales by becoming 'easy to do business with' while reducing order processing time, cost, and errors. BuyDesign provides modular components for guided product selection and configuration, 2D and 3D product visualization, quoting, ordering, manufacturing data generation, and more. BuyDesign can be deployed online or distributed with centrally managed Internet-based synchronization.

Press contact: Sharon Binkley (sbinkley @ tdci.com ; 614-781-2325)

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Best Pizza Box Meets With Resounding Success: Deadline Set For Interested Parties May 31, 2008

The Best Pizza Box is a patent-pending unique pizza box that splits in half to form two small boxes. With a simple pull of a rip cord, a large pizza box is converted to one half its original size. The Best Pizza Box co-inventor Bill Volz announced that they will continue to take inquiries from interested parties through May 31 of this year, after which they will close down the program to advance discussions with candidates.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) April 15, 2008 -- Three weeks ago the Best Pizza Box was revealed to an Internet audience through a unique, innovative and successful website and product launch. As many have found out since that time, the most convenient take out and home delivered food, pizza, can now be that much more convenient.

"Convenience is what ordering a pizza is all about. When you order a pizza, it's convenient. But, when you have to deal with the packaging ... it becomes difficult. Now all you have to do with the Best Pizza Box is pull the cord and decide whether you want to throw away the whole box or use half of it for storage in your refrigerator. We've taken what was the only inconvenient aspect of having pizza for a meal ... and made it far more convenient for the consumer," said Bill Volz, President of Windshield Marketing and co-inventor of the Best Pizza Box.

The Best Pizza Box is a patent-pending unique pizza box that splits in half to form two small boxes. With a simple pull of a rip cord, a large pizza box is converted to one half its original size. Now consumers have a place to temporarily store their left over pizza in the refrigerator or easily dispose of both pieces in their kitchen trash can.

"Through a series of comedic commercials and instructional video shorts actually showing the box in action, as well as web articles and web 2.0 interactions ... consumers have come to know this particular box as the answer to the pizza box disposal dilemma," said Jim Harris, President, Picture This Communications. "We've been extremely pleased with the results of the program -- we're all excited that 'Best Pizza Box' can be found on the first page of major search engines in just a few short weeks, most featuring our commercial and video shorts," said Harris.

This week, the Best Pizza Box team launches its latest video "Curse of the Pizza Box", which can be found on bestpizzabox.com, as well as on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaEyqT7qoS8.

The Best Pizza Box and its marketing program also caught the eye of Podcaster News. Last week, Ken Rayment of Better Process Podcasts spoke with Jim Harris about the Best Pizza Box marketing campaign. Listen to the podcast at www.podcasternews.com/bpp/5023.

But that's just the tip of the iceberg. "The success of our introduction has been tremendous. We knew we had a great product, but we were amazed as to the amount of interaction and feedback we received from the Internet population," said best pizza box co-inventor, Bill Volz. "We knew when we launched the box that whoever secures its rights, would significantly impact their market dynamics. Since launch, we've been approached by national pizza chains, box manufacturers, distributors, ad agencies and venture capitalists ... and that's aside from all of the feedback and inquiries we've been receiving from those who are participating in the $100,000 Challenge. Given the volume of interested parties -- we're announcing the deadline in which organizations should contact us," said Volz.

The Best Pizza Box co-inventor Bill Volz announced that they will continue to take inquiries from interested parties through May 31 of this year, after which they will close down the program to advance discussions with candidates.

Based on research, this innovative pizza box would offer tremendous value and brand loyalty to Independent Pizza Restaurants, and companies such as Domino's, Little Caesar's, Papa John's and Pizza Hut -- especially when tied to other promotions. "It is our intention to ink a deal with an interested party by late summer -- in time for the fall promotional season," said Volz.

About Picture This Communications
Picture This Communications, founded in 1997, is a provider of strategic interactive services. Picture This Communications' core services include interactive marketing strategy, interactive games, trade show kiosk applications, and custom internet applications -- including membersandevents.com -- for online membership and event management. For more information about Picture This visit picturethis.org.

About Windshield Marketing
Windshield Marketing, founded in 2006 is an upstart marketing firm in the business of identifying significant consumer needs and creating patented solutions to facilitate significant share growth. For more information visit www.bestpizzabox.com

About Podcaster News
PodcasterNews.com (PCN) is the premier site for frequently produced, short form audio content. They feature dozens of programs in a variety of categories including entertainment, opinion, news, politics and more. For more information visit http://www.podcasternews.com.

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Glidepath Finds Clear Skies with M1 by B&G™ ERP Software

Worldwide Airport Bagging Handling Systems Company Glidepath Streamlines Processes and Lowers Costs with the implementation of M1 by B&G ERP Software for manufacturing.

Placentia, CA (PRWEB) April 15, 2008 -- Airports worldwide have undergone significant changes in the past decade. Increasing travel and the need for greater security measures have fueled a near-constant drive to upgrade airport facilities, including baggage and cargo handling systems.

Those market forces have contributed to rapid growth at Glidepath Group of Auckland, New Zealand. In business for 35 years, Glidepath has become a world leader in airport baggage handling systems, having completed more than 450 projects in over 58 countries around the world. Projects range from small manual systems to large, fully automatic software-driven baggage sortation systems for some of the world's busiest international airports, including John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, Auckland International Airport, and Lester B. Pearson International Airport in Toronto, which handles nearly 26 million people annually.

While focusing on optimizing end results for clients, Glidepath also aims to deliver cost-effective solutions. In recent years, rising materials costs, such as steel, require that the company reduce other costs to stay competitive.

"We must be able to analyze manufacturing variances to tighten standards and costs continuously," said Alan Proctor, manufacturing accountant at Glidepath.

Flexible ERP for Manufacturing Environments
As Glidepath grew, its enterprise resource planning (ERP) system didn't keep pace. The system lacked important functionality like the ability to disclose manufacturing variances, and was no longer supported by the vendor.

While looking for options, the company discovered M1 by B&G™ ERP software. As part of its due diligence, Glidepath viewed demos of M1 and another ERP system, as well as visited companies in Auckland using those software systems. M1 emerged as the more flexible, user-friendly solution.

"We felt that M1 was far more flexible for our requirements and that, at the end of the day, would be a system that would be a tool for us rather than being our master," Proctor said. "M1 seemed to have that advantage and it's proved to be true."

Tightening Standards, Reducing Costs
After implementing M1 at the Auckland headquarters, Glidepath opened a second manufacturing facility in Dallas, Texas. From the start, that office began using M1 as well. Proctor handles accounting for both facilities, so he accesses M1 information at the Dallas office via a VPN connection at any time.

The company takes advantage of M1's production modules, including purchasing, inventory, shipping, job management and more. True to expectations, Proctor finds M1 molds perfectly to the company's specific needs.

"M1 is just about anything you want it to be," he said. "It has all sorts of possibilities that allow you to tailor it to your specific requirements."

Most critically, Proctor has customized a number of reports easily with Crystal Report Writer. He finds he can slice and dice the data any way the company needs in order to understand certain business activities. The most valuable reports help Glidepath identify manufacturing variances to help factory managers and staff monitor the accuracy of bills of materials, which Proctor says is "terribly important to make sure that they are constantly improving methodologies and costs."

"We have done quite a lot with reporting to tighten our standards, reduce our costs and improve our efficiency," Proctor said.

Glidepath measures actual costs against standard, and then creates a snapshot of the result. For example, it looks at all jobs processed in a month, enabling engineers to identify the causes of variances and improve standards. As a result of analysis with M1 reporting, Glidepath chose to move to turret punches, which greatly sped up its manufacturing process and reduced costs.

"In the past, we had no visibility with that sort of thing, and as a result, we saw gains in manufacturing stock reconciliations that we couldn't put a finger on," Proctor said. "Now, if there's a major positive gain in a production order, we can tighten standards to reduce costs."

Proctor can also create reports in New Zealand and send them to Dallas to use for their own reporting.

More Informed Purchasing
Pete Taylor, procurement manager at the Dallas location, finds that M1 enables more-informed buying decisions. He looks at historical materials usage to pinpoint buying patterns. Though not an IT person, he too can easily modify grids and fields to draw out relevant information.

"We can figure out our volumes with certain vendors, know what's received or not, who's on time, who's overdue, and negotiate better pricing and terms," Taylor said.

Beyond that, he appreciates the ease of M1's daily use. It's simple to create and send orders, and send faxes or emails directly from the screen where he enters purchase orders. He quickly sets up parts, finds parts and organizes parts into similar groups.

Consistently Superior Support
Proctor also notes that Glidepath's relationship with Bowen & Groves contributes significantly to the company's satisfaction with M1 software. When the Auckland office needs assistance with a custom report or other question, a Bowen & Groves Australia contact is continuously available by phone or email to answer any questions. Likewise, if Dallas needs help, a Bowen & Groves USA contact is available.

"Every time you ring up, you know you're going to get an answer or support, and to me that is an enormous advantage," Proctor said. "The support systems are tops. The way they support users is really probably the best I've seen. I can't speak highly enough of the staff and support we get. We know we will be taken care of."

Further information on M1 by B&G can be accessed from the website www.bowen-groves.com or by emailing sales @ bowen-goves.com.

For more information about Glidepath visit www.glidepathgroup.com.

About Bowen & Groves
Bowen & Groves is setting the standard in Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP), for the small to medium manufacturer. Founded in 1992 Bowen & Groves is a privately owned software development company operating in the United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. M1 by B&G™ sets the standard in affordability and ease of use. Bowen & Groves can be reached at sales @ bowen-groves.com or via their website. ERP Software for manufacturers

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Sterna Technologies selected as Red Herring 100 finalist for 2008

Red Herring announced that Sterna Technologies, provider of the Business Positioning System™ (BPS) was named a Finalist of Red Herring 100 Europe, an award given to the top 100 private technology companies based in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region each year.

San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) April 15, 2008 -- Red Herring today announced that Sterna Technologies was named a Finalist of Red Herring 100 Europe, an award given to the top 100 private technology companies based in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) region each year.

"This year's impressive list of submissions from companies demonstrates Europe's growing role as a major center of innovation in the global technology sector," said Red Herring Editor-in-Chief Joel Dreyfuss. "The exceptional accomplishments of European technology startups and entrepreneurs are a testament to the rapid advancements being made in building the European innovation ecosystem."

Red Herring's lists of top private companies are an important part of the publication's tradition of identifying new and innovative technology companies and entrepreneurs. Companies like Google, eBay, and Skype were spotted in their early days by Red Herring editors, and touted as leaders that would change the way we live and work.

Sterna BPS's real-time business analytics platform uniquely merges capabilities of strategic business intelligence (BI), operational BI, and predictive analytics, together with principles from the field of system dynamics, into a single, intuitive solution, that empowers managers to control the organization as a system and to maximize profits.

"I am thrilled that Sterna was selected by this prestigious industry panel. It is a tremendous validation of Sterna's groundbreaking predictive performance management solution that empowers managers to manage the future and not merely analyze past performance" said Amir Chodorov, Sterna Technologies CEO. "Sterna BPS is an innovative in-memory advanced analytics solution that is already enabling organizations to realize the benefits of their existing BI investments".

About Red Herring
Red Herring is a global media company which unites the world's best high technology innovators, venture investors and business decision makers in a variety of forums: a leading innovation magazine, an online daily technology news service, technology newsletters and major events for technology leaders around the globe. Red Herring provides an insider's access to the global innovation economy, featuring unparalleled insights on the emerging technologies driving the economy. More information about Red Herring is available on the Internet at www.redherring.com.

About Sterna Technologies
Sterna Technologies is a privately held software company, developer and provider of Sterna Business Positioning System™ (BPS). Sterna BPS is a Predictive Performance Management solution that is implemented in days. It leverages existing Business Intelligence (BI) assets to increase BI usage, and empowers managers to continually optimize future results. Sterna BPS extends BI with predictive analytics, business simulations, performance optimization, and a Money Search Engine. To view a demo of Sterna BPS click here.

For further information, visit www.sternatech.com.

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Retail Solutions Expands Development Team - Opens Office in Shanghai, China

Retail Solutions Acquires Team of 14 Shanghai-based Developers, Accelerating Development and Integration of Recent Acquisition

Sunnyvale, CA and Shanghai, China (PRWEB) April 15, 2008 -- Retail Solutions Inc., the leading solution provider helping consumer product goods (CPG) companies create value with retailer data, today officially announced the acquisition of a development facility in Shanghai, China with an initial staff of 14 developers.

"The Shanghai development team is excited to be part of Retail Solutions' fast growth," said David (Wei) Sun, the Development Manager responsible for the team. "Shanghai is a major software development hub which attracts very talented software engineers as well as provides the necessary infrastructure. The new team has already contributed to a few Retail Solutions releases and is well positioned to take on future development challenges".

Since its acquisition of VeriSign® Retail Data Services in January 2008, Retail Solutions has worked in close cooperation with its customers to complete a comprehensive evaluation on the full integration of both solution sets. A key priority during this integration process was to maintain the steady pace of new releases to satisfy customer requirements, while still continuing to integrate new science and research & development to the applications. Achieving all these goals in parallel required a significant ramp up in development efforts.

"Opening the Shanghai office and acquiring the development team are critical steps in our plans for Retail Solutions growth," said Shantha Mohan, Senior Vice President of Engineering, Retail Solutions. "In order to sustain our advantage as a Software as a Service (SaaS) provider we need to be able to quickly respond to customer requirements. Having round-the-clock development with teams in Shanghai, Sunnyvale, CA and Lincoln, RI gives us the ability to achieve this goal. The Shanghai team has already been a great contributor in several releases and I look forward to their increased involvement as we continue to scale up development."

"Shanghai is a planned long term decision for Retail Solutions," said Peter Rieman, Executive Vice President, Retail Solutions, at the official opening of the office on April 14. "We have been working with ProSource Development in China for the past year with the clear intent to bring the team in-house. The acquisition process is complete and we are proud to report that Retail Solutions China, a wholly owned subsidiary of Retail Solutions Inc. is officially open for business. We will now be planning a major expansion in Shanghai over the coming 12-18 months."

Retail Solutions' office in China is located at Unit 1710, Charity Building, 88 North CaoXi Road, Shanghai 200030, People's Republic of China.

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