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July 18, 2008

Results Reported to the Practicing Perfection Institute Reveal Breakthrough Human Performance and Workplace Safety Improvements Within 14 Months

Institute's new video series details the six sigma secrets your competition does NOT want you to know!

Swanzey, New Hampshire (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- What would it mean to your organization if you could improve workplace safety, slash errors, and eliminate accidents, all while witnessing sky-rocketing efficiency improvement of more than 70%? Impressive results just released by the Practicing Perfection Institute (PPI) validate that their six sigma enhancing approach is poised to help any organization.

It's a FACT: Human beings are fallible - workplace safety suffers because everyone makes mistakes.

It's ALSO a FACT: There is now proof that a bold new approach to reducing errors in the workplace is crushing all the old paradigms and performance records in six sigma organizations and beyond.

Results just received from three clients of the Practicing Perfection Institute, Inc. (PPI) prove beyond a doubt that this new approach to reducing human error, rooted in six sigma concepts, has profound and almost immediate results.

* An electrical transmission organization in central Texas reports a 55.2% reduction in the average number of minutes per month of equipment outage caused by human error through integrating PPI's methods.
* A major electrical transmission/distribution company in the northeastern US reports that PPI's own techniques for workplace safety resulted in an almost 75 percent reduction in human error rate -- even in the midst of massive capital expansion employing multiple contractors!
* A commercial nuclear power plant was just awarded a STRENGTH by the World Association of Nuclear Operators (WANO) for their incorporation of these simple, yet revolutionary, methods

"We are thrilled to see this absolute validation," stated Tim Autrey, CEO of PPI. "This is an entirely new way of addressing the issue of human error. Now that the proof is rolling in, every organization employing human beings should be taking notice and figuring out how they can adopt these (simple) strategies and tools."

Surveys conducted by PPI have identified that the top four worker performance challenges for all organizations, whether six sigma or not, are:

* How to get workers to "buy-in"
* How to get leaders, managers and supervisors to provide full and honest support
* How to get workers to comply with policies and procedures for workplace safety and performance improvement (even when no one is watching)
* How to effect genuine culture change

In order to achieve truly successful results, the type of results that reflect a genuine culture shift, any workplace safety or performance improvement process must tackle ALL of these challenges.

Additionally, how the process is rolled out is critical. If it is perceived as another mandate from above, another "program of the day," workers will immediately reject it. To be effective, workers must perceive themselves as the driving force.

In an effort to help organizations of all sizes and types enhance their six sigma practices by taking advantage of these entirely new tactics for reducing human error, enhancing workplace safety and improving performance, PPI is releasing a series of free online instructional videos over the next couple of weeks. The videos (as well as a Priority Dispatch detailing the successes mentioned above) can be accessed at http://www.practicingperfectioninstitute.com/strategies/jr.htm.

For more information, contact:
Tim Autrey
tim.autrey(at)practicingperfectioninstitute.com
Phone: 877-832-9492
Cell Phone: 802-380-4405

For additional info cited in release: http://www.practicingperfectioninstitute.com/strategies/jr.htm
Corporate site: http://www.PracticingPerfectionInstitute.com
Blog site: http://www.hufactor.com

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Objectivity, Inc. Posts Double-Digit Growth for FY08

Continued adoption of innovative technology leads to surge in both new bookings and revenue

Sunnyvale, Calif. (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- Fueled by momentum in the government and military intelligence markets for its real-time, distributed solutions for complex data management, Objectivity, Inc. experienced double-digit growth in both new bookings and revenue for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2008.

Continued adoption of Objectivity/DB, Objectivity’s data repository platform, helped fuel a 26 percent increase in annual bookings over the year ended June 30, 2007 and a 19 percent increase in revenue for the same period.

“We are coming off of a six-month period with a profit margin of 23 percent, and the future for Objectivity has never looked more promising,” said Objectivity President and CEO Jay Jarrell.

Jarrell continued to attribute the growth to the company’s strategic investments in marketing, sales, customer support, and customer-focused product developments over the last several years, as well as acceleration in the adoption of object-oriented technologies in key verticals. The company experienced significant growth in the government sector and also saw gains in the Manufacturing, Process Control and Automation industries, as well as Telecommunications and Healthcare.

“I am particularly enthused about our 26 percent increase in annual bookings, which reflects a growing acceptance of Objectivity/DB and provides Objectivity with a solid base for continued revenue growth,” Jarrell said. “With almost 40 percent of our revenue coming from ongoing royalties and maintenance renewals, we are in a position to manage our growth and react favorably to this increased demand.”

With the FY08 revenue, Objectivity continued to build on its already strong financial position, and Objectivity’s management team is preparing for further gains in FY09.

“With no bank debt, and a quick ratio of 2.9, Objectivity is well positioned to internally support this level of accelerated growth,” said Objectivity CFO Gary Lewis.

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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Pet Food Nutrition, Safety, Trends and Other Issues Discussed in Online Community for Pet Food Professionals at PetfoodIndustry.com

Petfood Industry Magazine, the pet food industry's business publication for petfood trade professionals, invites pet food buyers, sellers, researchers, distributors and marketers to log on and participate in the interactive online community at PetfoodIndustry.com.

(PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- Petfood Industry Magazine, the pet food industry's business publication for petfood trade professionals, invites pet food buyers, sellers, researchers, distributors and marketers to log on and participate in the interactive online community at PetfoodIndustry.com.

PetfoodIndustry.com is the essential resource for pet food professionals. It combines the latest news with industry expert perspectives, providing the relevant and timely information that pet food professionals need to excel in their business. Readers will discover the newest pet food trends, from organic pet treats and premium pet food, to pet food safety.

One of the most powerful aspects of PetfoodIndustry.com is its collaborative nature. Industry professionals can participate in lively conversations on relevant issues through its discussion boards and popular blogs such as PetfoodPros by Tim Phillips, DVM. Professionals even use the site as a tool to seek specific information, or to ask questions, present job opportunities or post an RFQ.

PetfoodIndustry.com provides users a variety of other services, including:

* Email newsletters - pet food professionals receive expert perspectives on relevant issues that may affect their day-to-day business
* Petfood Industry ezine - readers around the world have an electronic version of the print publication emailed to them the same day of its distribution, giving them instant access to its content as opposed to waiting up to two weeks for it to arrive by mail

PetfoodIndustry.com is easily customizable through its registration feature, enabling visitors to the site to get the information they want, the way they want it, every time they visit the site. To register, log on to www.PetfoodIndustry.com.

About WATT
Established in 1917, WATT is a service company that provides knowledge and solutions to the agrifood and woodworking industries, to buyers and sellers of goods and services within these industries, as well as others that need such vital information in order to conduct commerce successfully. This information is shared through a variety of media channels: business-to-business print publications and corresponding digital editions, e-newsletters, websites, webcasts, RSS feeds, blogs, streaming video, podcasts, digital white papers, custom publishing, custom research, in-person events, and consulting.

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Achieve Supply Chain Optimization

Next Generation Logistics, Inc. reduces distribution costs with network modeling tool and TMS

Inverness, IL (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 17, 2008 -- Next Generation Logistics, Inc. a leading supply chain consulting, managed services, and technology company, today announced a new release of their comprehensive supply chain optimization planning service OptiNet™ Network Optimization that is integrated with their FreightMaster TMS® Transportation Management Suite to reduce transportation and distribution costs.

In today’s dynamic business environment companies of all sizes are forced to become more adaptable to ecomonic changes to ensure business efficiencies and therefore are looking for cost effective ways to evaluate and plan their supply chain network more often and more accurately. Our OptiNet™ Network Optimization Service links our sophisticated modeling software tool with current transportation lane costs from FreightMaster TMS®, combined with NGL’s analytical expertise to evaluate current, alternative and “green field” network modeling scenarios.

NGL focuses on determining the following results:

* Minimum overall cost calculation utilizing manufacturing, co-packer, warehousing, and transportation costs.
* Optimal production quantity by sku at each manufacturing plant.
* Calculation of the trade-off between cost and service level.
* Optimal number, size, and location of warehouses.
* Appropriate allocation of products to different plants and warehouses.

“With customers trying to squeeze every penny out of their supply chain, it is imperative that different network scenarios can be quickly evaluated” says Mr. John Riske, VP Business Development. “With this product we can model an existing business network and sit down with senior management teams using a laptop and conduct “What If” simulations within minutes” says Riske.

This combined service with comprehensive technology can be used by customers on an “as needed” basis, such as once a quarter, annually or as part of a client’s strategic planning process. Graphical reports can quickly demonstrate both positive and negative cost impacts of alternative network configurations and take into consideration not only transportation costs but also manufacturing, storage costs, and customer demand.

About Next Generation Logistics, Inc.
Next Generation Logistics, Inc. is a leading Supply Chain Consulting, Managed Freight Services, and Technology provider. For the past 20 years, we have worked with companies in the Food & Beverage and Consumer Products Industries, recommending and implementing proven repeatable concepts, strategies, and technology that drive down costs and improve operating efficiencies within our customers supply chains. www.nextgeneration.com

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Go Green Aid Company Introduces Their New Reusable, Enviro - Friendly Canvas Tote Shopping Bag

Joining the trend away from plastic bags to a reusable shopping bag to take to the store, Go Green Aid Company announces a new addition to the market - their stylish and sturdy canvas tote bag with their unique snazzy logo, wrap around straps, and roomy size. Competitively priced individually and wholesale discounts for custom orders are offered.

Las Vegas (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- Go Green Aid Company (www.gogreenaid.com) has joined the ever growing battle against polluting plastic bags by introducing their own version of a reusable canvas tote shopping bag designed to provide the shopper and others with something stylish and durable as well as functional. Made entirely in the United States (Las Vegas) with American labor and materials, this unique bag has been well received by customers and reviewers alike.

Mr. Frank Tinelli, aka 'Go Green Bagman' and co-founder of Go Green Aid Company, is passionate in his determination to contribute to the war on plastic pollution of our environment. And in the 'Made -in China' quandary. Frank has insisted that all ingredients of the bag be made here in the good old USA! "I was tired of seeing 'Made in China' on everything I bought," says Frank. "It's about time we regained our manufacturing capability here at home - nothing against the Chinese personally - love their food. It's just that we can do some things ourselves here in the United States as we once did and benefit the environment at the same time. My bags are made locally, not imported."

Plastic bags also irked the feisty Italian from New York City. "These plastic bags are everywhere doing damage to our environment. The last straw for me was last month - I was driving behind a trash truck when one of those menaces blew out, hit my windshield flat, and blinded my line of sight!...I damned near had an accident right then and there. That's it, I thought, I am going to do something about this problem."

He toyed with the notion for awhile before 'inventing' his canvas tote shopping bag and his 'Go Green' logo. He knew that others make canvas bags for sale, but, he says confidently, "I'm selling the concept of 'Go Green' and recycling, not just a bag. 'Go Green' must evolve into something more than a slogan ... we must be proactive in implementing the idea in our daily lives. And, my bag is made here at home creating jobs for Americans."

Go Green Aid Company also offers their bag personalized and reasonably wholesale priced to schools, colleges, organizations, and businesses for sale or give - aways as promotions. "With our bag customized to an individual business, etc., it is a walking billboard." says Frank.

Contact:
Major Dennis Copson, USMC (ret), Public Relations
Go Green Aid Company
760-754-8183
https://www.gogreenaid.com

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Millerbernd Lighting Announces Launch into Custom Solid State Lighting

Millerbernd Lighting, a leader in lighting innovation and excellence, is adding Solid State Lighting (SSL) as one of its core manufacturing capabilities. "Solid-state lighting has the potential to revolutionize the lighting industry," states Brad Millerbernd, president of Millerbernd Lighting. "We want to make sure Millerbernd is on the leading edge of this expanding and green friendly technology."

Winsted, MN (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- Millerbernd Lighting, a leader in lighting innovation and excellence, is adding Solid State Lighting (SSL) as one of its core manufacturing capabilities. "Solid-state lighting has the potential to revolutionize the lighting industry," states Brad Millerbernd, president of Millerbernd Lighting. "We want to make sure Millerbernd is on the leading edge of this expanding and green friendly technology."

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) commonly used in signs, signals, decorations and displays is now rapidly evolving to provide light sources for general commercial and industrial illumination applications. This SSL technology holds real promise for significantly lowering energy consumption and reducing maintenance costs in marine, signage, industrial or transportation applications. Unlike traditional lighting, SSL creates visible light with reduced heat generation or parasitic energy dissipation providing greater manufacturing flexibility and customization. In addition, the solid-state nature of SLL provides for greater resistance to shock, vibration, and wear, thereby increasing its lifespan significantly. Brad further explains, "In the near future LED illumination will replace nearly all of the traditional bulb technology in Millerbernd's stainless steel underpass, road, marine and garage lighting fixtures. This evolution will only improve the performance features of our already best in class weather resistant and low maintenance stainless steel product line."

All of Millerbernd Lighting's fixtures are engineered and manufactured-in-the-USA. The addition of SSL to its core product line will only enhance Millerbernd's commitment to quality, performance, and reducing energy consumption. Whether you're just investigating SSL; in need of a lighting performance review or comparison, or just looking for a custom production quote, contact Larry Biske, Millerbernd Lighting's division manager: email lbiske@millerbernd.com or call 320.485.2685.

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Top Ten Things to look for in a Sunroom from Patio Enclosures

Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America highlights the top ten things to look for in a sunroom.

Macedonia, Ohio (Vocus/PRWEB ) July 17, 2008 -– Patio Enclosures, Inc., the largest manufacturer and installer of sunrooms in North America highlights the top ten things to look for in a sunroom.

Perhaps you’ve recently been in a sunroom or have seen one in a magazine or on TV and are thinking about owning one yourself. Great! Just as there are many different types of homes, there are lots of different sunroom styles constructed using different materials and features. Here are ten things to look for when shopping for a new sunroom.

1. Styles of Roofs and Roof Panels - Make sure that the sunroom company offers a wide choice of sunroom roofs to match your existing homes roof. Do they offer a choice of solid insulated roof panels, or structural insulated panel system (SIPS) that are ENERGY STAR® rated. Can the company build a custom wood roof, or provide a glass roof system to match the style of sunroom you desire?

2. Trim Packages – For enhanced features and to better integrate the looks of your sunroom with your home, ask about trim packages that include interior molding, custom wood ceiling finishes, electrical race ways for lighting and cable connections. Blinds and shades can enhance your sunrooms looks, comfort and provide greater privacy.

3. Glass Options - Since a sunroom is typically comprised of 70 to 95 percent glass, glass selection requires careful consideration. Depending on planned use of your sunroom and orientation to the sun, single pane glass maybe sufficient. However if you plan to extend the seasonal use of your sunroom or use the room year round, double-pane insulated glass should be considered. In addition you may want to consider additional glass options like tints and low-e coatings offered by the sunroom company. These options will enhance comfort by reducing heat gain and loss in both warm and cold weather climates, filter harmful UV rays, and minimize glare.

4. Screens - Unless you want to invite bugs and other critters inside when you open a window, these are very important. Ask whether aluminum screens are available. Nylon and fiberglass screens eventually sag, and grasshoppers like can chew through nylon screens. Aluminum screens are easier to see through and stay cleaner. Screen panel frames on steel ball bearing and nylon wheel rollers reduce track wear and eliminate rust and sticking.

5. Door and Window Locks - Maintaining your home’s security is vital so don’t overlook locking systems for your sunroom. Dual-point locking systems with top and bottom throw bolts eliminate the need for dead-bolts or lock assisting systems. Secondary night latches allow doors and windows to be kept in partially open position to permit ventilation while maintaining security. They also provide additional latching point out of reach of smaller children.

6. Three Season vs. Year-round Sunrooms - Seasonal sunrooms are not designed to be heated or air conditioned, and in northern climates, can generally be used from early spring to late fall. In Southern climates, a seasonal sunroom can often be used all year based on your selection of glass options. Year-round enclosures use thermally insulated glass, thermal barriers in the frames and can be heated and air conditioned for year-round use in accordance with local building codes. Strongly consider ENERGY STAR ® rated glass doors and windows, and ENERGY STAR® components such as floors and roof panels to ensure the highest energy-efficiency and maximum comfort in a year-round sunroom.

7. Aluminum vs. Vinyl Sunrooms - This is more a matter of what looks best on your home. If you already have vinyl siding, go with a vinyl sunroom. Both aluminum and structurally reinforced vinyl offer clean, rust-free, low maintenance exteriors that will last for decades.

8. Sunroom View - Select a company that can design and manufacture your sunroom so that it fits your home. To meet required dimensions, many sunroom companies use standard sized-doors and windows and opaque filler materials and knee-walls that obstruct an occupants’ view of the outdoors and detracts from your home. Look for companies that can provide floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall glass for a high-quality custom sunroom look. The point of a sunroom is to provide you an outdoor experience but still maintain indoor comfort. This experience is obviously diminished if you can’t see the outdoors.

9. Installation time - The last thing you need are workers tracking through your home for weeks on end. Get a realistic estimate on the time it will take and how soon your new sunroom will be ready to move into. Most established sunroom companies can construct a customized sunroom for you in two to five days depending on the size and complexity of the room after permitting and foundation preparations are complete.

10. ENERGY STAR® Windows and Doors - With energy prices at record highs, this is one option you can’t afford to pass on if you plan to use your sunroom year-round. Find a sunroom company that offers insulated windows and doors, roof panels and flooring that are ENERGY STAR® rated for better comfort and lower energy costs. Depending on how long you own your home, these will pay for themselves.

Hopefully, the advice here will help you shop for a sunroom that will provide you with everything you need to add living space, natural daylight and a relaxing place to enjoy an outdoor environment for as long as you own your home. For more information, visit Patio Enclosures or contact a local sunroom design consultant for a free sunroom design consultation.

About Patio Enclosures, Inc.
Patio Enclosures, Inc. has been recognized for several years by Qualified Remodeler Magazine as the Top Performing Sunroom Company in North America. Patio Enclosures, Inc. operates 30 branch locations across the United States and Canada and has more than 750 employee-owners. The company also operates casual living furniture stores in suburban Cleveland and in Pittsburgh.

Links
http://www.patioenc.com/Products/Sunrooms.aspx
http://www.patioenc.com/energystar.aspx
http://www.patioenc.com/
http://www.patioenc.com/Consultation/ScheduleConsultation.aspx

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Reginald Carter, Public Relations
Patio Enclosures, Inc.
750 East Highland Road
Macedonia, Ohio 44056
phone (330)468-0700 ext. 2278
fax (330) 908-1123
reggie.carter @ patioenc.com

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Doe Run Shares Expertise with Geologists From Regional Coal Forum

A group of regional coal experts from the Western Interior Basin Coal Forum has an updated perspective about another mining industry – lead mining – following a recent tour of the Doe Run Company’s Southeast Missouri Mining and Milling Division (SEMO).

Viburnum, Mo. (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- A group of regional coal experts from the Western Interior Basin Coal Forum has an updated perspective about another mining industry – lead mining – following a recent tour of the Doe Run Company’s Southeast Missouri Mining and Milling Division (SEMO).

Nine coal experts, including six geologists, toured Buick Mine and Mill on June 18. The tour was part of the annual coal forum, which alternates yearly between sites in Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma. This year, it was held at Montauk State Park in Salem, Mo.

Scott Kaden, a geologist for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Geology and Land Survey, previously had toured a Doe Run mine, and he believed it would be a good fit for the coal forum.

“Though our expertise is in coal, we’re all geologists and a number of us have worked in underground mines in other states,” said Kaden, who organized this year’s coal forum. “The tour was well received, and we all learned a great deal about underground lead mining.”

Fully equipped with hard hats, safety glasses, mine lights and self rescuers, the tour participants were escorted approximately 1,100 feet below the Earth’s surface to view various types of mining equipment used by Doe Run to break, load and haul ore. The group also toured the Buick mill to learn how ore is crushed and further processed to extract the lead, zinc and copper metals.

“As world leaders in sustainable lead mining, it’s always exciting to share our work and foster interest in what we do with others in the mining industry,” said George Moellering, chief mine geologist and tour coordinator at Doe Run. “We enjoyed sharing information about and discussing the differences – and similarities – involved in our two unique industries with the Western Interior Basin Coal Forum group.”

With six active mines and 200 employees per shift, Doe Run relies on a naturally stable environment, proactive initiatives, engineering controls and more than a century of expertise to create one of the safest mining environments in the world.

About The Doe Run Company
Based in St. Louis, The Doe Run Company is a privately held natural resources company and the largest integrated lead producer in the Western Hemisphere. Dedicated to environmentally responsible mineral and metal production, Doe Run operates one of the world’s largest, single-site lead recycling facilities, located in Boss, Mo. The Doe Run Company and its subsidiaries deliver products and services necessary to provide power, protection and convenience. Doe Run has operations in Missouri, Washington and Arizona. For more information, visit http://www.doerun.com.

Contact:
Kent Martin
314-453-7661
kmartin @ doerun.com
http://www.doerun.com

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Ardexus Inc. and DLI.tools Expand Relationship

Creates More Powerful Solution for Sales Force Effectiveness and Optimization

Mississauga, ON (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- Ardexus Inc, a leader in improving Sales Force Effectiveness, and DLI.tools Inc. today announced the combined offering of Docova Collaborative Document Management technologies with Ardexus CRM and SFA solutions.

This collaboration enables Ardexus to provide a more comprehensive offering to the marketplace. By pairing Docova with Ardexus' CRM solutions, users can combine CRM related workflows with a variety of document management tasks.

"We're extending the CRM experience beyond the salesperson, and enabling additional efficiencies involving the creation and management of proposals, contracts, engineering drawings, and other important documents," said Glenn Carnegie, CEO of Ardexus. "This solution delivers an appealing experience for salespeople, providing more time for finding, advancing, and closing opportunities--something companies are always keen to do."

"Organizations that have deployed this joint solution have seen an improvement in the productivity gains of their extended sales teams," adds Gary Walsh, VP Solutions, DLI.tools.

Ardexus and DLI.tools have already completed combined roll-outs of the joint solution to organizations in the United States, Canada, and Europe. The relationship started with Ardexus incorporating DLI.tools' thingFactory web component suite into their web-based CRM solutions in 2004.

About Docova Collaborative Document Management
Docova envisions a day where the 'Is this the right version of..?', 'Who authorized that…?', and 'Where can I find …?' can be retired. Docova is driving progressive organizations to realize the dream today, enabling their workers to do 'more with less' around Organizing, Controlling and Sharing the collective business documents, emails, files, and other digital content artifacts in a manner that does not impede the way they work. See how Docova delivers on the spirit of 'doing more with less' at www.docova.com

About DLI.tools Inc.
DLI.tools is a leader in User Interface component technologies for Lotus Notes and Domino web applications. Well regarded throughout the Lotus community, DLI.tools has received 10 Lotus-based award recognitions since 2003. Over 400 organizations have reported a ROI as high as 1,000%. Experience the difference our technologies will make to your productivity at www.dlitools.com/WebToolsForLotus

About Ardexus Inc.
Ardexus provides front office solutions that revolutionize the way small to mid-sized companies do business. Aberdeen, ISM, and The Denali Group all agree - Ardexus is an innovative company with outstanding products. Ardexus offers a full range of sales-centric software, including Ardexus MODE® - a professional suite of marketing, sales, and customer service modules. Ardexus is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. For additional information on Ardexus or their products, visit http://www.ardexus.com or call toll free (888) Ardexus.

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Global Leader in LeanSigma® Consulting and Training Selects Crossbow Group for Brand Development

TBM Consulting Group, a global leader in business performance improvement, selected Crossbow Group to develop and execute a brand development and integration plan for a newly acquired subsidiary.

Westport, CT (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- TBM Consulting Group, a global leader in business performance improvement, selected Crossbow Group to develop and execute a brand development and integration plan for a newly acquired subsidiary.

Crossbow Group will be developing the brand platform and marketing communications for the new unit. Responsibilities will include product naming, brand identity, web development and the design and implementation of a range of online and print sales support tools.

"TBM's experience, industry leadership and rock-solid management team should pave the way for a high impact launch, the kind we've been leading for clients for almost 25 years", said Jay Bower, Crossbow Group president. "We're looking forward to working with them to introduce powerful business process solutions for large manufacturing and service organizations".

"We chose Crossbow Group for their ability to deliver targeted marketing programs with an em-phasis on driving measurable results." said Angela Scenna, director of marketing, TBM Consult-ing Group. "Crossbow has a disciplined approach and a bias for action. We believe they are well poised to help us implement an aggressive direct marketing campaign that drives aware-ness and generates leads for our new, innovative products and services."

About TBM Consulting Group
Headquartered in Durham, N.C., TBM Consulting Group is the leading provider of LeanSigma® Consulting and Training Services in North and South America, Europe and Asia. With more than 150 experienced consultants operating on five continents in seven languages across the globe, TBM has grown to be the worldwide leader in "lean innovation" and business improvement in the manufacturing and service sectors. The company's mission is to help discrete and process manufacturers and service companies create a competitive advantage to generate significant growth in sales and earnings. The company provides strategic direction and hands-on implementation to guide cultural and organizational transformation. TBM Consulting Group's LeanSigma approach integrates Lean principles for market agility and responsiveness and Six Sigma's focus on quality. For more information visit www.tbmcg.com or contact Angela Scenna, director of marketing at (919)438-5535 or ascenna @ tbmcg.com.

About Crossbow Group
Crossbow Group, one of B-to-B Magazine's Agencies of the Year for the third straight year, is a full-service direct and interactive marketing and communications agency with expertise in devel-oping high impact programs that drive measurable results - across the entire spectrum of com-munications media. With a solid grounding in the discipline of conventional and interactive direct response, Crossbow Group ensures that all communications work together as an integrated whole to achieve an ROI that meets or exceeds expectations. The firm's client list includes CIGNA HealthCare, T.Rowe Price, Intuit, Yahoo!, The Motley Fool and other well-known brands. For more information about the company, go to www.crossbowgroup.com or contact Jay Bower at (203) 222-2244 or jbower @ crossbowgroup.com.

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Growing Concern About Misapplication of Flameless Venting Devices

In 1994, CV Technology, Inc (www.cvtechnology.com), a global leader in dust explosion protection and consulting, first introduced Quench Tubes to the North American Market. Developed in Europe, these devices have a proven track record of success for the passive protection of small to medium sized vessels inside occupied buildings that are at risk to dust explosion.

Jupiter, FL (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- In 1994, CV Technology, Inc, a global leader in dust explosion protection and consulting, first introduced Quench Tubes to the North American Market. Developed in Europe, these devices have a proven track record of success for the passive protection of small to medium sized vessels inside occupied buildings. They free up floor space as well as offer the option to protect via explosion venting in locations where it is not possible to duct to the outside. They are reliable, require no routine maintenance and in consequence, have grown enormously in popularity during the past decade.

In 1998, the National Fire Protection Association included recommendations for their safe use in the NFPA 68, Guide for Venting of Deflagrations. The guide was revised in 2002, and then in 2007, NFPA 68 became the Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting. Through all editions of NFPA 68, the requirements for their safe use have not changed. Paragraph 6.9 of the 2007 Standard is entitled "Venting with Flame Arresting and Particulate Retention." This wording is not ambiguous and makes clear that these devices must arrest flame AND retain dust.

In the past couple of years simpler and much less costly devices have been introduced that operate on the same principle as the quench tubes. The compromise is that these devices must either be much less efficient or more often, they must allow dust to escape through the mesh to function with reasonable efficiency.

So is it alright to allow a flame arresting only device for use inside an occupied building? Or even inside an un-occupied building? Some of these devices have been tested and approved in Europe and have ATEX Certification. Does that make it OK to use them in North America?

The Chairman of the Technical Committee posed this question to the NFPA Staff Liaison, here is his reply:

Dear Mr. Rodgers,

This is in response to your inquiry for clarification of the requirements within NFPA 68, Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting (2007 edition), pertaining to venting systems when venting is intended to be located interior to a building.

As paragraph 6.9.1 notes, there are situations where external venting is not feasible, such as when equipment or an enclosure located indoors cannot practically be located adjacent to exterior walls or where the length of vent ducting is too long to be effective. In such cases, the standard recognizes an alternative technology, introduced into NFPA 68 first in the 1998 edition, which was then a guide. This technology is referred to as flame arresting and particulate retention and has been designed with the intent of providing a technology that can be located indoors.

The Committee on Explosion Protection Systems reviewed test data and reports provided as part of the listing for these devices. In all the discussions within the Committee, the devices were considered on the basis that they functioned to both arrest or quench flame and to also retain particulates. The Committee did not discuss any system that was intended to provide either function singly.

So, in response to your question, it is my opinion that paragraph 6.9.1 requires any device intended to satisfy this requirement to do both functions - provide flame arresting and particulate retention. Further, it is my opinion as Staff Liaison to the Committee that any device proposed that only achieves one of the two functions does not meet the intent of this requirement and thus should not be permitted to be used for venting indoors.

This response represents my opinion as Staff Liaison to the Committee and does not represent a formal interpretation of the Committee. It has not been processed through the Committee in accordance with the requirements for a Formal Interpretation. If you have other questions on this document, please contact me.

Sincerely,
Guy R. Colonna, P.E.
Staff Liaison
NFPA
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02169-7471
617-984-7435
gcolonna @ nfpa.org

So the answer is clear that the Committee did not consider a device that would only arrest flame, but not retain dust to be suitable for use indoors. That is where the matter stands today and the use of devices that do not meet both requirements should be viewed as not in compliance with the Standard.

In view of several recent industrial dust explosions where fugitive dust was found to be a major component in these accidents it would seem clear that the Technical Committee insistence on requiring both flame arresting and dust retention was appropriate. There seems little ground for compromise on this critical requirement for safety.

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U.S. Department of Defense to Host Defense Conference Track at EPC Connection 2008

New sessions at EPCglobal NA's fifth annual event, being held Oct. 14-16 at Chicago's Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, will highlight the DOD's successful EPC projects and help educate its suppliers about the benefits of using EPC RFID technologies.

New York (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- EPCglobal North America, a not-for-profit, vendor-neutral, user-driven organization supporting the adoption of Electronic Product Code (EPC) technology, announced today that the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) will host a special Defense conference track at EPC Connection 2008, being held Oct. 14-16 at Chicago's Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.

The event, produced by RFID Journal, is EPCglobal NA's fifth annual conference and exhibition. The Defense track will focus on several key DOD deployments of radio frequency identification systems based on EPC standards. Among the presenters will be key representatives from across the department, its suppliers, and the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

"We are very pleased to be part of EPC Connection, as this gives us a forum to showcase some of our successful implementations," says Alan Estevez, the DOD's principal assistant deputy undersecretary of defense for logistics and materiel readiness. "It also gives us a unique opportunity to educate suppliers about our tagging requirements, and how they can use EPC technologies and standards to achieve business benefits."

The Defense track sessions will be open to both Department of Defense suppliers and non-suppliers looking to learn how the DOD is using EPC RFID to improve its supply chain operations. EPCglobal is offering to all attendees from the DOD and its suppliers a special 15% discount on passes to the event.

"Our goal, in organizing this event, is to bring together the community of companies using EPC technologies and standards to share ideas and gain new insights into how they can use EPC RFID to create truly collaborative supply chains and gain internal efficiencies," says John Seaner, VP and general manager of EPCglobal US. "The DOD has been at the forefront of adoption, so we are very pleased to be able to offer this in-depth education to the defense community."

In addition, EPC Connection will feature educational tracks focused on how to implement EPC technologies, and how to benefit from using EPC in retail, manufacturing and supply chain operations. These tracks will consist of new case studies and objective end-user presentations from companies across different sectors. Those interested in attending can register online by visiting www.epcconnection.com. Attendees can save up to $300 off the price of a conference pass by registering before the advance registration discounts end on Aug. 8.

About EPCglobal North America
EPCglobal North America serves subscribers in the United States and Canada, fostering the adoption of EPC technology. For more information, visit www.epcglobalna.org.

About RFID Journal
RFID Journal is the leading source of news and in-depth information about radio frequency identification and its many business applications--in print, online and at face-to-face events. For more information, visit www.rfidjournal.com.

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American Elements Now Offers Spray Dried Forms of its Oxide, Carbide, and Selected Other Metallic Powders

Los Angeles-based American Elements will begin offering spray dried forms of all its metallic oxide and carbide powder products and many of its other compounds.

Los Angeles (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Los Angeles-based American Elements will begin offering spray dried forms of all its metallic oxide and carbide powder products and many of its other compounds. Spray dried powders from American Elements allow customers to control particles size and morphology, particle distribution, and the surface area of the powder. The new products were necessitated due to numerous recent developments in ceramic tape casting and pressing methods. Additionally, coatings and thick film technology and equipment require powders with extremely narrow particle distributions to avoid delivery system interruptions.

Spray dried powders are produced by atomization of a liquid suspension containing the relevant powder and a selected binder to agglomerate the particles during the spray drying process. American Elements will consult and produce representative samples of proposed powders and provide documentation certifying the particle size and the distribution of the powder.

American Elements is a global manufacturer and developer of engineered and advanced materials with online catalogue at www.americanelements.com. For further technical and pricing information on spray drying services, please contact your local American Elements distributor or American Elements U.S. corporate headquarters at (1)310-208-0551, FAX (1)310-208-0351 or customerservice @ americanelements.com.

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Recent Online Growth and Feature Expansions Expected to Increase Demand for the Web's New Online Converting Resource, Converting Guide

With the coming addition of several new resources for converters, www.convertingguide.com has begun to promote new services which will enhance its ability to help converters make the most of their time.

Flagstaff, AZ (PRWEB) July 17, 2008 -- With the coming addition of several new resources for converters, www.convertingguide.com has begun to promote new services which will enhance its ability to help converters make the most of their time.

Currently offered resources include:
"Ask the Expert" forums for free expert advice
Troubleshooting and "how-to" articles for converters (by featured authors David R Roisum and Timothy J Walker)
Industry news feeds, blog, and press releases from major industry sources
Monthly email newsletters featuring news and articles
Industry event calendar for classes, webinars, and conventions
Free "Submit News" feature for press releases, industry news, and events
Free company, publication, and organization links

New services which will be added include:
Webinars by industry expert Timothy J Walker
Monthly email newsletters featuring news and articles
Upgraded company, publication, and organization links
Sponsor web pages with product information and links
Banner and email advertising for sponsors
Mobile/PDA access for news and articles

Designed from the ground up as an online converting resource, www.convertingguide.com offers converters a central stopping point for industry information, news, and informative articles to help their business succeed. Through 2008 www.convertingguide.com will continue to add beneficial tools and information to establish itself as the number one, online converting resource.

Interview Contact:
Jon Anderson
Converting Guide

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Wholesale Furniture Brokers Brings Modern and Traditional Styles from Around the World with ESF Furniture

Wholesale Furniture Brokers offers fresh European and Asian furniture with modern and traditional designs by ESF Furniture. The sophisticated and high quality furniture lines including living room, dining room, and bedroom furniture are available to order online on Wholesale Furniture Brokers' website - www.GoWFB.com.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Finding new styles of furniture to capture new niche markets is one of the key components to adding new brands to the Wholesale Furniture Brokers furniture collection. Customers shopping for furniture have different backgrounds and tastes in furniture. Wholesale Furniture Brokers wants their customers to find new and familiar styles that will make them excited to shop Wholesale Furniture Brokers again and again. ESF (www.esf.cc) brings customers of Wholesale Furniture Brokers fresh styles of modern and traditional furniture from established manufacturers in Spain and Italy. Furniture manufactures from Eastern Europe and Asia will soon be added to the Wholesale Furniture Brokers collection.

ESF started in 1995 and has quickly become a leading national furniture wholesaler with exclusive distribution rights from renowned European manufacturers such as Camel, SMA, Tre Ci, Benicarlo, Dupen, Mass Muebles, and Rimobel. In exchange for exclusive distribution, ESF is responsible for fast and reliable distribution in the USA. ESF carries a vast stock from each of the European manufacturers at their Staten Island warehouse. They incorporate the latest inventory management software to ensure that the stocked items are always available for pick-up. ESF also offers a special order program from each of the European manufacturers with an estimated 3-4 month lead time. Customers of Wholesale Furniture Brokers can expect an unparallel selection of the highest quality furniture across all price ranges and styles with ESF furniture.

"Wholesale Furniture Brokers is a strong and reliable partner with a knack for innovation and ability to deliver great customer value," says ESF's general manager, Yuliya Zubriy. "They closely match ESF's core beliefs in total client satisfaction and continuous improvement, making Wholesale Furniture Brokers a natural choice."

Each manufacturer that ESF partners with offers a wide range of prices and unique designs. "In this global market, our customers are searching for a variety of styles that are unavailable in their local stores," says Jeff Penner, affiliate outlet manager for WFB, "New designs from all over the world help us stand out from the rest."

Since 1983, Camel has manufactured and exported bedroom, dining room, fabric and leather sofas from their factory located in Northeast Italy. New materials and designs keep the manufacturer unique and appealing. Camel uses wood, hardware, glasses, and metal components that are strictly Italian origin. With over 25 years of experience, Camel has developed strong packaging for their furniture that can withstand traveling long distances to reach customers around the world.

Dupen was founded in Valencia, Spain, 41 years ago. This European manufacturer produces all types of bedroom furniture, mattresses, bed frames, and accessories for sleeping. Dupen has been awarded numerous awards throughout the years including leader of exports in Valencia, Spain. Their products are well-known for quality and up-to-date designs. Tre Ci's skilled craftsmen combine artisan traditions with modern industrial production. Their high-end, excellent quality, unique design lines make Tre Ci stand apart from its competition. With over 50 years of manufacturing experience in Spain, Muebles Benicarlo creates contemporary and modern bedroom furniture that has competed well in the USA market for over 11 years.

SMA Spa has specialized in bedroom and dining room furniture since it was founded in 1960 by top Italian designers. SMA Spa produces a wide range of modern furniture from its factory in Northeast Italy. When furniture is shipped from SMA Spa, it's packaged with international standards with particular care to glass and gloss surfaces. Mass Muebles produces two distinct furniture collections - Raices and Suenos. Located in Valencia, Spain, Mass Muebles focuses on contemporary beds, wardrobes, and accent shelves. Rimobel furniture is manufactured in Spain. They produce sophisticated bedroom sets, bookshelves, entertainment centers, wardrobes, platform beds, and home office furniture.

A Furniture Packing manual has been developed by ESF to ensure the highest packaging and quality standards with all of the European manufacturers. For example, the manual states that loose components must have protection between them and other surfaces, edges and corners must be protected against carton rugs with foam, and legs must be protected by bubble plastic wrap, thick foam, or strips of cardboard paper. The actual packaging ESF uses includes double craft carton boxes, plastic corner protections, polyester foam if needed, foam sheets to protect delicate surfaces, and very clearly marked boxes. When furniture arrives at the home of Wholesale Furniture Brokers' customers, detailed and easy-to-assemble instructions are included in the packaging. ESF is constantly improving their manual to reflect the latest findings.

ESF is continuing to grow their partner network throughout the emerging markets which will help keep prices on Wholesale Furniture Brokers competitive, even through tough economic conditions. They are also regularly updating their middle end collections with the newest living room furniture from Asia. Customers of Wholesale Furniture Brokers can soon expect the Asian sectional sofas that combine contemporary styling with high quality leather at affordable prices. The ESF catalog is constantly being revised on a quarterly basis giving Wholesale Furniture Brokers another new line of furniture in September.

About Wholesale Furniture Brokers:
Since Wholesale Furniture Brokers launched GoWFB.com in 2002, customers in the USA and Canada have been experiencing the revolutionary "Click and Mortar" shopping experience with more than 30 independently owned affiliated outlets. Shoppers can now order even more new European and Asian designs at Wholesale Furniture Brokers. Furniture businesses and interior designers interested in ordering furniture available on GoWFB.com including ESF furniture can sign up to Wholesale Furniture Brokers' furniture dealer and vendor program.

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Medical And Nursing Scrubs Retailer Blue Sky Scrubs Unveils New Website

Medical and nursing scrubs manufacturer and retailer has unveiled its newly redesigned site. With new products added and a slick look, Blue Sky Scrubs is paving its way to becoming the leading destination for hospital uniforms.

(PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Austin based Blue Sky Scrubs, a leading medical and nursing scrubs company, has launched its new user friendly website. The new site has implemented aesthetic as well as functional improvement.

Blueskyscrubs.com offers its customers a user friendly navigation for a quick and fun online shopping experience. The new navigation menu allows visitors to search the products more easily than before. The medical scrubs also added new images of both the products and the fabric in order to facilitate the selection process of the right medical and nursing scrubs for each individual. The goal is to provide an easy to use website for a convenient shopping experience for both men's and women's hospital uniforms.

"Creating a great website is not an easy task," says Shelby Marquardt, owner of Blue Sky Scrubs. To help reach the physician-turned-designer's goals, the web site's redesign made sense; a more intuitive navigation that enables the site to be completely use friendly. "Our customers wanted a site that was more user-friendly. We listened to their feedback and implemented the changes with the site based upon their suggestions."

The nursing scrubs designer has also added a new line of fabric to its women's scrub hats - notably American Summer as well as Tiki Drinks in the men's scrub hat Urban Collection.

About Blue Sky Scrubs:
Blue Sky Scrubs is a leader in manufacturing classic and fashionable medical and nursing scrubs and scrub accessories in Austin, TX.

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Cutsforth Products Report Record Sales, Invests in the Future, Strengthens Operations

At a time when many companies continue to report declining sales, operating losses, production cuts and corporate reductions, Cutsforth Products reports that sales for the first half of 2008 are dramatically ahead of projections. To keep up this demand, the company has expanded operations and hired people.

Cohasset, MN (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- At a time when many companies continue to report declining sales, operating losses, production cuts and corporate reductions, Cutsforth Products reports that sales for the first half of 2008 are dramatically ahead of projections.

MEETING FUTURE NEEDS
The results follow on the heels of a record year for calendar 2007 and the announcement of a series of improvements that will strengthen company operations and further establish their leadership role in turbine generator and power plant maintenance.

This includes: the expansion and modernization of their headquarters operations that includes a distribution center; personnel; increased support operations; and the establishment of separate operating divisions. Integral parts of these changes included direct employee and customer input and the ability to meet future needs.

SUCCESS FACTORS
Though a number of issues come into play, the firm attributes much of this extraordinary success to: a reputation for high quality products and services that continue to grow; increased brand preference and awareness; world class customer support that fuels growth; talented, experienced people; process industry know how; and a marketing approach dedicated to educate and inform the end user.

THE CUTSFORTH STORY
The story begins in 1990 when, power plants had to shutdown to perform maintenance procedures on collector rings and brush holders. If the ring or brush holder failed, so could the generator. Either way, plants had to deal with costly downtime and unplanned outages.

Based on certain process and procedures he developed (and patented), David Cutsforth founded the company that bears his name, along with a way to eliminate costly downtime. His first patent was on a tool used to grind commutators on large motors without having to shut down and coined the phrase "on-line truing" in the process. The company went on to offer "on-line truing" for collector rings. The next patent was on a process to regroove the spiral grooves on turbine generator rings. This off-line process also reduces maintenance time and costs.

ENTER THE BRUSH HOLDER SYSTEM
After personally truing hundreds of generators in the field, Dave noticed that the number one cause of brush and ring failure lay with the brush holder. He knew that if this problem could be solved, plant maintenance costs could be significantly reduced. Also an "inventor type", his son Rob went on to invent (and patent) the CUTSFORTH EASYchange Brush Holder System. EASYchange is a brush holder system that provides for maintenance on turbines while on-line, totally eliminating the need for a shut down.

Today, the Cutsforth "truing process", brush holders and other products and services are used in coal, nuclear and wind power plants nationwide. In addition, the company holds patent protection on eight related products with an additional four pending.
INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
According to Rob Cutsforth, CEO, "When this company was started back in 1990, basically, we were a regional company. Over a relatively short time we grew and developed a national reputation for our ability to help power plants reduce maintenance times and make repairs on turbines and generators without the need to shutdown. There are very few companies that do what we do. Our goal is to be the leading, single source supplier of brush holders and maintenance services takes people, products and commitment. For this reason we are investing in the heavily into the future".

PEOPLE MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Rob continued, "Sure we have great products, but the cumulative efforts of our employees - be it staff, management or in the field - are the key to providing the kind of support that fuels our growth. Cutsforth people are specially trained and have the application and process know how to help power plants reduce maintenance costs and related downtime. These are some of the personnel changes recently announced:

* Dustin Cutsforth - VP of Operations. Responsible for day-to-day overall operations.
* Rob Cutsforth - CEO. Will continue to oversee the design of new products and improve existing ones.
* Jim Carlson - Plant Manager. Responsible for day-to-day plant and manufacturing operations.
* Steve Thompson - Business Development Manager. Responsible for day-to-day sales activities. To strengthen relations with new and existing customers.

TWO DIVISIONS
The company is now organized into two divisions; Cutsforth Field Services and Cutsforth Products. Cutsforth Field Services provides on-site maintenance and repairs that includes: truing of collector rings and commutators where they return their surfaces to original OEM levels. This division also installs, engineers and regrooves collector rings, undercuts mica and performs other kinds of maintenance.

The Cutsforth Products division designs and markets the EASYchange removable brush holder system and a wide range of collector rings, including; wound rotor, stream turbine, synchronous motor and hydro generator. The EASYchange removable brush holder system allows power plants to maintain turbine generators while the plant is operating.

MORE CHANGES
In addition, the company recently completed a new distribution center at the Cohasset headquarters. Now fully operational, the distribution center will stock large inventories to ensure the fastest possible service and turnaround time.

The company feels that an educated customer is their best customer and to that end is in the process of revising all marketing materials and support literature designed to educate and inform the end user into the use of Cutsforth Products and services.

INTERACTIVE SPREADSHEET
An extremely useful interactive spreadsheet is available at www.cutsforth.com. Extremely user friendly, to obtain results an end user merely plugs in their respective numbers to calculate the savings realized by performing collector ring maintenance while on-line, without the need to shut down.

SIGNOFF
Based in Cohasset, MN, Cutsforth Products is a single source supplier of products and services that help power plants reduce off-line time for generator collector ring and brush holder maintenance.

For additional information on Cutsforth Products, on-line truing or field services, contact: Cutsforth Products Inc., 37837 Rock Haven Road, Cohasset, MN 55721. Phone: (800) 290-6458, Fax: (800) 398-6530, Email: sales(at)cutsforth.com

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New, Web-based RFID Roulette Game Educates Public About RFID's Diverse Uses

RFID Revolution, an RFID education and market strategy consulting firm, has introduced RFID Roulette, a lively, Internet-based game designed to help people learn about the diverse uses of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. Featured on RFID Revolution's website, www.rfidrevolution.com, RFID Roulette challenges the player to distinguish a fake RFID application--one that does not presently exist--from a real one. There is no charge to play.

Silver Spring, MD (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- RFID Revolution, an RFID education and market strategy consulting firm, has introduced RFID Roulette, a lively, Internet-based game designed to help people learn about the diverse uses of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. Featured on RFID Revolution's website, www.rfidrevolution.com, RFID Roulette challenges the player to distinguish a fake RFID application--one that does not presently exist--from a real one. There is no charge to play.

"New applications in the consumer, business, health care, and government spheres are being introduced every day," said Leslie Downey, Principal at RFID Revolution. "Some of these increase safety, like tracking the location of miners 450 meters underground; others increase efficiency in manufacturing or moving goods; and others, like tracking golf balls, free players to spend more time swinging and less time in the weeds. With the market changing so fast, our firm's challenge is that some imaginary applications today become real tomorrow. We welcome feedback from players, and invite them to submit new questions and graphics that can be included in a new release of the game."

Earlier this year, RFID Revolution commercialized an interactive, Internet-based training tool, RFID Essentials, to help professionals in end-user companies develop comprehensive RFID working knowledge quickly and economically. In hours, from anywhere, project team members can acquire the ability and readiness to advance their organization's RFID initiatives. Developed in collaboration with three top industry experts, RFID Essentials is hands on and visual, with an abundance of simulated applications in which users practice what they're learning. Technology concepts are illustrated in imaginative ways that help people remember.

"We believe the best learning takes place when the learner is actively participating," said Downey. Studies have shown that a well designed, highly interactive e-learning course produces more rapid absorption and longer retention of basic information than classroom training. "Our goal in creating RFID Essentials was to prove out that promise. I'm pleased that our subscribers are telling us this is a rich, rewarding experience with fast payback."

RFID Essentials is available to individual subscribers and organizations with multiple users. Individuals may subscribe to the entire, eight-hour course or any of its nine modules.

Supplementing the instruction-related exercises and quiz questions in RFID Essentials are various "Fake or Real" application questions similar to those in the RFID Roulette game. "RFID Essentials and RFID Roulette demonstrate that learning can be lively and even fun," said Dr. Dan Dobkin, primary contributor to and narrator of both resources. "In fact, people learn the most when they're so engrossed they don't even know they're learning! That's why we've made RFID Essentials and RFID Roulette simultaneously educational and entertaining."

About RFID Revolution:
Based in the Washington, D.C. area, RFID Revolution, LLC provides radio frequency identification (RFID) education and market strategy consulting services. Its interactive, Internet-based learning tool, RFID Essentials, provides professionals in end-user companies with comprehensive RFID working knowledge quickly and economically, so they can advance their organization's RFID initiative and speed ROI.

The firm's market strategy consultants help companies with emerging RFID solutions drive revenue growth by focusing on real needs in the marketplace with real money behind them. They also provide market research and briefing services to associations, government agencies, and other organizations seeking to better understand the radio frequency identification marketplace.

RFID Revolution is proud Co-Founder and Administrator of the RFID Excellence in Business Awards at RFID World 2007, an industry first in North America. It will again co-sponsor and administer this event at RFID World 2008.

To learn more, please visit www.rfidrevolution.com or call 301-589-9791.

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5 Easy Steps Help You Build A Tropical Tiki Bar And Create a Trendy Themed Event, All In Time For Tonight's Party

Building a trendy tiki bar has never been so easy! Just follow these step by step instructions for installing Texture Plus® faux bamboo siding.

Bohemia, NY (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Make your next party an event to remember with refreshing beverages served from an exotic bamboo tiki bar. Our easy-to-install Texture Plus® faux bamboo siding lets you create a tropical paradise in any setting, at a fraction of the time and labor costs of traditional bamboo. Just follow these step-by-step instructions and you'll be relaxing pool side at a chic tiki bar, well before the guests arrive.

What You'll Need
Texture Plus® faux bamboo panels are easily installed using tools found in almost everyone's toolbox. Here's what you'll need to get started:

* Screws
* Construction Adhesive/Glue
(we recommend PL® Premium Construction Adhesive)
* Screwdriver (battery-operated/electric preferred)
* Sandpaper or sanding block
* Caulking gun
* Texture Plus® color-matched caulk

Getting Started
Texture Plus® do it yourself siding should be installed on solid backing. To install faux panels, simply run a bead of adhesive along the back of each faux panel and at each end. Make sure to spread the adhesive with a spackle knife or other appropriate tool. Use enough adhesive so that the entire surface of the cut edge at each end is covered. We strongly recommend use of construction adhesive and screws in every joint. All joints should be butt joints on straight runs and mitered joints in corners.

Step-By-Step Instructions
Begin by installing the faux bamboo siding on the lower right side of the wall. To install the bamboo panels, use glue and fasteners.

Next, slide the next faux panel up against the first. Dry fit the faux panel first without any adhesive to make sure it aligns properly. If you need to make any adjustments, you can trim or sand the simulated bamboo panel to create a tighter fit.

The next step is to apply adhesive and install the rest of this course of bamboo wall panels. When you reach the end on the left hand side, trim the panel at the appropriate point. Take the leftover piece and bring it to the right side and stack it on top of the previous level. This will help you offset the point where the panels join.

Continue until you have covered the entire area.

For a final finish, use Texture Plus® color-matched caulk to fill all screw holes and space in the WeatherSeal joint. Smooth caulk and wipe away any excess (a wet rag works well) and finish the seams of the wall to complete the project.

Helpful Hints
To save even more time while working with extraordinarily realistic Texture Plus® faux bamboo siding, try these helpful hints from the experts.

* We recommend using PL® Premium Construction Adhesive during installation.
* Store Texture Plus® faux panels at room temperature or cooler and they will be immediately ready for installation.
* Also, you'll want to store Texture Plus® faux panels on a flat surface in order to avoid 'bowing'.

Whether you're looking to bring new life to your themed restaurant or club, or just looking to make an illustrious impression at an exclusive event, Texture Plus® faux bamboo panels is just what you need to get the job done.

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Viachem, Ltd. and Raybo Chemical Company Team to Capitalize on New Market Opportunities

In the specialty chemicals industry Viachem, Ltd. is changing the way long-time industry manufacturers market and sell their chemicals. Raybo Chemical Company, which has been making specialty additives for the paint and coatings industry for 60 years, has teamed with Viachem to reach more customers with their products.

Plano, TX (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- A 60-year old chemical company doesn't get to the stature Raybo Chemical Company has achieved in its industry without having great products and doing things right. So as the company enters a new phase in its history, they plan to also capitalize on new market opportunities for their highly respected lines of specialty additives. They will do that with help from Viachem, Ltd.

Viachem entered the chemical sales and distribution scene in 2006 with a technology and intelligence-based team of industry specialists who represent specialty chemical suppliers and open new market channels with new customers for their products. Over the last two years, Viachem has grown tremendously by serving a number of niche markets with specialty chemical products, including the paint and coatings, ink and adhesives industry, which Raybo has been serving for six decades.

Raybo, which manufactures specialty additives like rust inhibitors, dispersants and surface modifiers is already benefiting from Viachem's industry knowledge and technical sales team, which identifies new market opportunities and niche markets that are underserved, then matches the customer with the supplier.

"Our goal with new suppliers is to help them capitalize on their best product offerings with new customers that may never have been introduced to their products. Many niche customers exist in the paint and coatings industry, and new or small manufacturers may not even be aware of the options available to them for specialty additives. Raybo not only has a broad product line, but also a technical support laboratory that can help manufacturers make product improvements through alterations or additions to their paint or coating products," says Kyle Einhorn, Vice President of Business Development for Viachem.

"Our rust and corrosion inhibitors are of interest to companies large and small that produce any coatings where rust will be an issue, whether in powder coatings or bridge paints, with either water-based or solvent formulations. There is a large and varied market for our specialty additives, which help with dispersion or supply a change in appearance or performance. As a science-based company we don't have the specific expertise in niche marketing that Viachem provides, so we're very excited about this arrangement," says Rick Flowers, president of Raybo.

The match-up of technical expertise and marketing savvy is a new trend in the specialty chemical industry, which is known to offer scientific solutions that make existing products perform better. Viachem's ability to work collaboratively with suppliers to seamlessly deliver specialty additives to paint and coatings, ink and adhesives companies when they need them offers Raybo an industry advantage.

"We're excited to have found a partner that understands what we have to offer and knows of markets that want and need our products. It's an opportunity for us to enter our next 60 years focused on serving even more customers with additives that improve the performance of their products," Flowers says.

For more information, visit www.viacheminc.com or www.raybochemical.com.

About Viachem, Ltd.
Viachem is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and serves customers nationwide using a sophisticated marketing and sales model that helps manufacturers increase their customer base. Viachem's services to chemical purchasers include third party verification and quality control, as well as formulation assistance and competitive pricing for specialty chemicals used in a wide range of industries. www.viacheminc.com

About Raybo Chemical Company
Raybo Chemical Company started its activities more than 60 years ago and was one of the first to market technical additives to the coating industry in the United States. Today, the company is located in Huntington, West Virginia and operates a global network of distributors and agents with sales offices in 31 countries. Raybo currently offers a line of more than 30 products, including corrosion inhibitors, dispersants, surface modifiers, and other specialty additives. www.raybochemical.com.

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Zilliant Achieves another Record First Half for 2008

Rapid adoption, recognition and growth of price optimization fuels momentum.

Austin, Texas (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Zilliant, the leading provider of price optimization and management software for business-to-business (B2B) companies, announced record results for the first half of 2008. Annualized sales for the period increased by more than 70% for the third year in a row, reflecting overall market momentum and Zilliant's proven ability to deliver significant profit gains to manufacturers, distributors and industrial services companies.

"Price optimization is fast becoming the go-to solution for profitable growth, particularly in discrete manufacturing and industrial distribution," said Greg Peters, Zilliant CEO. "Many of our customers in these industries are reporting double-digit margin growth despite rising material costs and a slowing economy. Our unique ability to deliver results like these is a clear demonstration of Zilliant's position as the de facto price optimization solution for B2B companies."

Zilliant customers' performance is consistent with industry analysts' predictions that price optimization technology will increasingly become an investment priority. For example, in their recently released Hype Cycle for CRM Sales, 2008, Gartner designated price optimization and management software for B2B as the only CRM application that provides "transformational" benefits.

"The potential for this market is significant, because defining and defending optimal prices is a fundamental imperative for enterprises responsible for producing returns for stakeholders," states Michael Dunne, Research VP for Gartner in the report. Moreover, "The price optimization and management market differs from most other applications because it offers strategic benefits (helping organizations grow revenue and margins) and operational efficiencies (helping companies save time and cut costs)."

In addition to strong financial performance, Zilliant first half highlights include:

* Customer win rate - Zilliant was consistently selected by the majority of new manufacturing and distribution customers investing in price optimization.
* Expansion of senior leadership team - Zilliant hired Rafe VanDenBerg as Director of Pricing Excellence, and Anand Medepalli as Director of Professional Services for EMEA.
* European growth - Zilliant now has five live deployments across the Europe.
* ProfitShare'08 - Zilliant launched ProfitShare, the inaugural user conference at which over 120 customers, prospects and partners gathered to share pricing technology best practices, network and learn about new Zilliant pricing software and science capabilities.
* Customer accolades - the Zilliant project at Schneider Electric was awarded their global "new2 Trophy" in the Growth category. The initiative was selected from among hundreds of submissions based on delivering significant, measurable improvements to Schneider's pricing efficiency and effectiveness despite rising materials costs.
* Analyst recognition - Gartner released two reports covering the price optimization and management space - the Gartner MarketScope for Price Optimization and Management, 2008 for which Zilliant received a positive rating; and the Gartner Hype Cycle for CRM Sales, 2008 for which price optimization and management for B2B was recognized for its transformational benefits(1). A copy of the 2008 Gartner Hype Cycle for CRM Sales can be requested on Zilliant's web site - www.zilliant.com.

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

(1)Gartner Hype Cycle for CRM Sales, 2008, Michael Dunne, June 2008

The MarketScope is copyrighted 2008 by Gartner, Inc. and is reused with permission. The MarketScope is an evaluation of a marketplace at and for a specific time period. It depicts Gartner's analysis of how certain vendors measure against criteria for that marketplace, as defined by Gartner. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in the MarketScope, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest rating. Gartner disclaims all warranties, express or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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Alloy Manufacturer in Brooklyn, NY Selects PlanetTogether Advanced Planning and Scheduling Solution

NexTec Consulting Group assists Belmont Metals in the implementation of the integrated APS and ERP solution: PlanetTogether APS and Sage MAS 500 ERP.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- PlanetTogether, LLC today announced that another dynamic and successful business has selected its advanced planning and scheduling (APS) solution, PlanetTogether, to help it manage complex production scheduling tasks, this time within the metal/alloy manufacturing industry. Belmont Metals, Inc. (www.BelmontMetals.com) is a specialty manufacturer of nonferrous metals and alloys, founded in 1896, and located in the heart of Brooklyn, New York.

Belmont Metals manufactures more than three-thousand metal formulations and shapes from its 80,000 square foot facility. With multiple production scheduling considerations at play and industrial real estate at a premium, Belmont Metals must make efficient use of every minute and every square foot in order to remain competitive.

To aid this efficiency, Belmont Metals made the strategic decision to invest in production scheduling software. PlanetTogether was selected for its powerful optimization tools, graphical drag-and-drop scheduling board, and flexible Microsoft .NET architecture.

NexTec Consulting Group, a PlanetTogether Premier Partner and Sage Software Authorized Partner, was selected to implement the integrated business solution. "Belmont Metals evaluated a number of options and ultimately decided on PlanetTogether, Sage MAS 500, and O2 Process Manufacturing. Together these three products provide an integrated, comprehensive manufacturing solution capable of scaling with Belmont Metals as its business needs expand and change," said Andrew Nunez, general manager of Northeast offices for NexTec.

"The majority of the company's growth must come through efficiency rather than expansion," continued Nunez. "That's where PlanetTogether comes into play. By utilizing the real-time information, what-if analysis, and dynamic scheduling tools, it is realistic to expect that Belmont Metals can increase operating efficiency by 15 to 20 percent."

About PlanetTogether LLC
PlanetTogether is 100 percent focused on providing best-of-breed Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) software to discrete and process manufacturing companies. The result of 14 years of applied experience in manufacturing scheduling, PlanetTogether is an easy-to-use tool that handles complex finite scheduling taking equipment, labor, and material constraints into account. It provides accurate scheduled ship dates, what-if analysis, and increased capacity visibility. Using the latest Microsoft .NET framework, PlanetTogether can be easily integrated into existing business processes. Prebuilt integrations are available to the following ERP systems: Sage MAS 500, Sage MAS 200, and Sage MAS 90 ERP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, GP, AX, and SAP Business One. Learn more at www.PlanetTogether.com or by calling (617) 803-7917.

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Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Expands New EPX Product Line

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets:INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the Company has released a second addition to their patented revolutionary new water-based Nansulate EPX line. EPX-K will offer the same outstanding corrosion and chemical resistance as their EPX-4 product, with increased thermal resistance and greater ease of application due to lower viscosity.

Naples, Fla. (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Industrial Nanotech, Inc. (Pink Sheets:INTK), an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, today announced that the Company has released a second addition to their patented revolutionary new water-based Nansulate EPX line. EPX-K will offer the same outstanding corrosion and chemical resistance as their EPX-4 product, with increased thermal resistance and greater ease of application due to lower viscosity.

"This second unique epoxy product creates an additional tremendous revenue opportunity for Industrial Nanotech, Inc.," stated Francesca Crolley, V.P. Of Operations & Marketing. "The first product in the EPX line, EPX-4, provides an industry high thermal insulation capability, with laboratory tests showing a K value of only 0.027 W/mK, combined with exceptional fire resistance, protection against corrosion, and excellent chemical resistance. The demand for this product has been immediate and substantial and we began shipping product worldwide last week. The newest addition to the EPX product line, EPX-K, offers an increase in thermal resistance and the same corrosion protection and chemical resistance. The EPX-4 product will be the one to use if fire resistance is a desired attribute, and EPX-K will be the product of choice if a customer is looking for easier application by brush instead of specialized spray equipment or trowel."

Ms. Crolley continues, "This opens up markets throughout areas of important, rapidly expanding regions of the world, including India, China, and Brazil, where the need for a product like this is high, but the access to industrial application equipment is more limited in many areas. The recent substantial increase in the number of inquiries and level of interest in our products from India was the catalyst for the creation of this version of the EPX system technology."

Nansulate(R) EPX is the Company's newest addition to their line of nanotechnology-based coatings which has a four year track record of providing energy and cost saving solutions for industry and homeowners worldwide. Nansulate(R) EPX combines superior thermal insulating ability with excellent corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, and flame resistance in the EPX-4 version, making it a unique and powerful protective coating for a wide variety of industrial and commercial plant, equipment, and building applications. The EPX product line presents a great value added proposition for industrial and OEM clients with a fast cure time, revolutionary thermal insulation performance, outstanding chemical resistance to both base and acid chemicals... including 95% concentration sulfuric acid, and long-term protection against metal corrosion in marine and deep sea environments. The coating can be applied from 1/8" thick to several inches thick."

About Nansulate(R)
Nansulate(R) is the Company's patented product line of specialty coatings containing a nanotechnology based material and which are well-documented to provide the combined performance qualities of thermal insulation, corrosion prevention, resistance to mold growth, and lead encapsulation in an environmentally safe, water-based, coating formulation. The Nansulate(R) Product Line includes both industrial and residential coatings.

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

Safe Harbor Statement
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This release includes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the impact of competitive products, the ability to meet customer demand, the ability to manage growth, acquisitions of technology, equipment, or human resources, the effect of economic and business conditions, and the ability to attract and retain skilled personnel. The Company is not obligated to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.
SOURCE: Industrial Nanotech, Inc.

CONTACT: For Industrial Nanotech, Inc., Naples
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Vero USA Continues CAD/CAM/CAE Excellence Webinar Series

Second Webinar "Finding the Right Flow" set for Wednesday July 23rd.

Wixom, MI (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Vero USA, Inc., a leading provider of CAD/CAM/CAE solutions for the tooling industry, announced today the second event of the educational Webinar series - "CAD/CAM/CAE Excellence" - designed to offer insightful advice and information for designing and manufacturing molds and dies.

After the success of the first event "Effortless Electrodes", the second webinar "Finding the Right Flow" is scheduled for Wednesday July 23rd at 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EST. Presented by Vijay Kudchadkar, VISI Flow Specialist of Vero USA, it will cover the topic of Plastic Flow Analysis in injection molds.

In this seminar, Kudchadkar will discuss:

* tInjection molding flow simulation
* tCapabilities and Unique functionalities of VISI Flow
* tDesign optimization and troubleshooting using VISI Flow
* tLatest developments in VISI Flow

"In today's fierce competition, mold makers do not have the luxury of carrying out bench tests and molding trials to validate the design. A reliable, fast and affordable simulation package like VISI Flow can be a decisive factor to better compete in the global manufacturing marketplace. We look forward to providing an insight of this exciting technology with the second webinar of our 'CAD/CAM/CAE Excellence' Series" said Giovanni Opimitti, President of Vero USA.

To sign up for the Webinar, please visit: veroint.com

About Vero Software
Headquartered in England, Vero Software designs, develops, and supplies CAD/CAM/CAE software that radically enhances the efficiency of design and manufacturing processes. It is a leading supplier within key sectors of the CAD/CAM/CAE industry such as plastic injection molds and progressive dies, providing its customers with exceptional value through high productivity gains and significantly reducing time to market. Vero is represented in over 40 countries by more than 80 distributors. In addition to its extensive dealer network, it has its own direct sales operations in the USA, Canada, UK, France, Italy, China, and Japan. The company has more than 24,000 seats installed worldwide. For more information about Vero and its products, visit www.veroint.com.

Vero USA contact:tt
Giovanni Opimitti, Presidentttt
248 869 4040tt

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Numina Group Launches Heuristic Vision Capture & Analysis (VCAS), the New Software System that Thinks for Itself

VCAS offers 100% case shipment validation and prevents shipment errors.

Woodridge, IL (PRWEB) July 16, 2008 -- Numina Group, a leading material handling systems integrator specializing in Real-time Warehouse Control System (WCS) and automation products for the distribution industry announced major software enhancements of its 'Vision Capture and Analysis System' (VCAS)order validation product. The VCAS employs on-line vision technology to significantly reduce customer returns and inventory losses while arming customer with 'visual' proof of the actual shipped goods.

Case validation begins by capturing the real-time, high-resolution digital images of the internal case contents, or all sides of full cases, including the barcode and picking label barcode. VCAS uses a Numina Group exclusive Heuristic, self learning algorithm, to 'learn' the case shipment characteristics for validating picking.

"Real-time case images are captured and compared to pre-learned image sets learned by the System," said Dan Hanrahan, president of Numina Group. "The VCAS Software System determines the probability of a match between the case image and the learned product." The VCAS System can be combined with Numina's Cube3, in-line weight, and dimensioning unit and case UPC barcode scanning to provide 100% case shipment validation.

A White Paper is available describing the benefits along with a business justification/return on investment model for the VCAS System based on current installations. "Companies interested in streamlining their operations and reducing shipment errors will receive a complimentary ROI analysis," offered Mr. Hanrahan. "We are confident that companies in Wine and Spirits, Pharmaceutical, Electronics, and many B to B, and B to C distribution firms will attain a rapid return on investment." A recent installation of the VCAS System at Georgia Crown Distributing Co. measured better than a 99.8% shipment accuracy and customer satisfaction rating after installing the system.

To obtain the ROI Analysis, White Paper or to learn more, contact Dan Hanrahan at 630-343-2604 or email to dhanrahan@numinagroup.com Visit Numina Group online www.numinagroup.com.

About Numina Group
The Numina Group is the USA's leading material handling automation integrator specializing in Linux Open System based control and automation for manufacturing and distribution operations. Headquartered in the Chicago IL Area, Numina Group specializes in products and services for both new distribution automation requirements and control system upgrades to "Breathe New Life" into existing facilities. http://www.numinagroup.com.

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ITCS-WebClock Announces Mobile Time and Attendance Solutions

IT Computing Services, Inc (ITCS), a leading provider of Web Based Time and Attendance Systems, announced the immediate availability of the ITCS-WebClock Mobile Solutions.

(PRWEB) July 15, 2008 -- IT Computing Services, Inc (ITCS), a leading provider of Web Based Time and Attendance Systems, announced the immediate availability of the ITCS-WebClock Mobile Solutions.

ITCS-WebClock is a Web Based Time and Attendance solutions offered as a SaaS solution (Software as a Service) or installed locally. Perfect for multiple locations or to reduce IT infrastructure costs.
Several Mobile features are available for collecting time and attendance data. Features are:

* Cell Phone punch is a Carieer Independent feature using the simple cell phone Web access.
* Web Enabled PDA's with a browser interface.
* Dial a Punch through the Telephone and Key Pad.
* Laptop computers on the Cellular Wireless Networks (Carieer Independent).
* Also, the web browser from a computer, biometric and badge time clocks.

The above mobile features integrate with the ITCS-WebClock web based functionality for managers and administrators. This includes data integration with the Job Costing and Location Tracking modules.

Industries that can benefit from the mobile solution include any Mobile Workforces, Work at Home, Construction, Onsite Consulting and Offsite Services.

About ITCS-WebClock
ITCS-WebClock solutions include Web Based Time and Attendance, Labor Scheduling, Job Costing, Expense Reporting, Payroll Interfaces, Time-Off Requests and Time-Off Accrual Processing modules.

Time collection methods include the web time clock, web timesheets, biometrics and badge readers, cellular phones, PDA's, and telephone entry methods.

ITCS-WebClock is implemented in most industries throughout the United States. ITCS is committed to providing the highest quality technology products and services enabling our hundreds of customers and tens of thousands of users' success, every second, real time.

For online demonstrations, pricing and more information login to http://www.webclock.biz or contact us at sales@webclock.biz // main 888-549-5550.

Contact Information
Eunice Flanagan
Vice President of Business Development
888-549-5550 x100
sales @ webclock.biz
www.webclock.biz

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Avanti Films Has Just Launched a New Complimentary Upload Option to the Top-10 Video Sharing Sites

Avanti Films which produces custom video for business websites has just launched a new complimentary upload option to the Top-10 video sharing sites. The rapidly expanding company which just opened up their 2nd office in Beverly Hills after establishing their first office in San Francisco in 2006, can now offer businesses a complete advertising and branding approach for Internet marketing.

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) July 15, 2008 -- Avanti Films which produces online video for business websites has just launched a new complimentary upload option to the Top-10 video sharing sites. The rapidly expanding company which just opened up their 2nd office in Beverly Hills after establishing their first office in San Francisco in 2006, can now offer businesses a complete advertising and branding approach for Internet marketing.

Online video has quickly become the fastest growing new media format for advertisers looking to extend their marketing and branding reach. Video can now be effectively embedded into websites so that it plays directly and instantly from the website and with all of the vivid clarity of a TV broadcast. The new Adobe flash format allows online video to achieve a small file size, to be able to play on any computer and without any wait for downloading the content to the user's hard drive.

Internet video has now fast become the primary online communication tool, more than 10 billion videos are viewed every month (As of December 2007). A 3 minute video can transmit as much information as 28 pages of text and with 3 times the comprehension levels. Video is 127% more effective for product demonstrations and product engagement than any other medium.

Web users now look for websites that have video content because of it's ease of use and it's ability to allow the viewer to personally connect and thoroughly understand the products and services that a company has to offer. Businesses can now create their own custom video content for their websites that allow their site to have the emotional connection of broadcast TV.

Avanti Films new service launch now offers complimentary upload of the completed video project to the Top - 10 video sharing sites as a supplement to the website video. Video will be automatically uploaded to YouTube, Yahoo, Google, MetaCafe, Dailymotion, Veoh, Revver, Howcast, AOL and Sclipo. Each of these 10 videos will also become searchable within all of the search engines, each acting as 10 separate websites directing traffic to the client's main website.

With the recent large increase in popularity of video sharing sites, search engines now index all of their video content every 30 minutes. As a result, a video can become indexed into organic search in just half an hour, acting as a high-value link for the company's main site and often placing on page 1 of the major search engines.

Video has a higher ranking than text for placement within organic search results. Video that has been properly optimized for effective keywords can achieve significantly higher placement and often within a fraction of the amount of time required for traditional textual sites. 10 properly optimized videos can be a powerful tool in reaching an International market on the fastest growing medium, while substantially increasing the SEO of the company's main website.

Video will continue to be the fastest growing media for advertisers attempting to reach new markets and extend their branding. While other media formats continue to decline (Magazine advertising dollars dropped by 8% last quarter) online video will achieve a significant portion of the market within the next 3 years, allowing desktop computers, laptops and mobile phones to soon become a powerful portal for product branding.

www.avantivisuals.com

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XyEnterprise Unveils New Version of Its Award-Winning Content Management Software

Contenta 4.0 adds support for SQL Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

Wakefield, Mass. (PRWEB) July 15, 2008 -- XyEnterprise, a leading developer of award-winning XML content management and multi-channel delivery solutions, today unveiled version 4.0 of Contenta, its popular content management software. Contenta 4.0 provides support for Microsoft SQL Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux, as well as Windows Vista Service Pack 1, platforms integral to many enterprise IT environments. The addition of these new platforms, along with Contenta's existing sup