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August 22, 2008

Zeus Webinar: Bioabsorbable Polymers as Biomaterials

Anticipated to promote greater awareness and understanding in the field of bioabsorbable polymers, Zeus presents free webinar on August 28, 2008.

Orangeburg, SC (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Zeus, Inc., a leader in polymer science, is pleased to announce it will be hosting an informative and cutting-edge bioabsorbables webinar entitled, "Bioabsorbable Polymers as Biomaterials."

Presented by Dr. Bruce Anneaux and James Lindsey, the webinar will provide insight into the development of synthetic bioabsorbable and biodegradable polymers and the application of these materials in the medical device industry. To register or for more details about this free webinar and its presenters, visit "New Information" at www.zeusinc.com.

Commenting on the webinar, Dr. Bruce Anneaux, Corporate Manager, Research & Development, said, "Zeus is committed to exploring and advancing innovative concepts and the widespread application of bioabsorbable polymers into the medical industry has the potential to revolutionize this field. It is this potential that makes this webinar particularly relevant and significant."

The webinar will focus primarily on the commercially available synthetic bioabsorbable polyesters with an emphasis on copolymer design. Attendees will also gain valuable information related to the following sub-topics:

* tBioabsorbable Polymer Applications
* tBioabsorbable Polyester Design
* tBiodegradation
* tProcessing
* tSterilization
* tPackaging

"There has been steady growth in the area of biomaterials and this webinar will provide insight into many of these advances as it relates to the medical device industry," said James Lindsey, Research Engineer. "The webinar seeks to enhance participants' understanding of the science of bioabsorbable materials and promote greater awareness of the many possibilities that lie ahead."

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

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RoadLoK Security Introduces All-New RoadLoK Arachnid M1 by Beringer

RoadLoK Security has again proven that motorcycle security and performance go hand-in-hand with the new RoadLoK Arachnid M1 by Beringer!

Orange County, NY (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- The all-new RoadLoK® Arachnid® M1 manufactured by French friction specialists, Beringer®, is the world's first high-performance caliper and locking system compatible with all radial-caliper-equipped motorcycles. Beringer has successfully incorporated RoadLoK Security's patent-pending locking technology into their high-performance radial-mount caliper to produce a sleek and stylish solution to motorcycle theft.

Beringer has been manufacturing brakes for racing application for more than 15 years boasting unequaled performance and superior quality. Because Beringer manufactures calipers and rotors for both street and race applications--with no performance differences between the two--the rider gets a 16% reduction in unsprung weight on the front axle and 20% greater stopping ability over stock--not to mention, unequaled security that only the RoadLoK system can offer.

The new Arachnid M1 features a removable BrakeBolt™ locking pin and ABLOY® EXEC lock mechanism. The system is integrated into a powerful Beringer Aerotec® 4-piston, radial-mount brake caliper; the Arachnid M1 is compatible with any motorcycle using 108mm radial-mount front brake calipers. RoadLoK Security's "universal-fit" approach marks a company-first: this is a new locking system vaunting coverage for all Japanese sport bikes outfitted with 108mm radial calipers produced back to the 2003 model year! The new M1 is even compatible with several European motorbikes using the same popular radial-mount offset.

The new Arachnid M1 system is currently available through RoadLoK Security and Beringer. The M1 is available in a wide range of anodized colors including black, blue, gold, silver, purple, titanium and eye-catching red. All systems come complete with a matching Beringer Aerotec 4-piston radial-mount caliper. Kit pricing starts at $1999.99 (USD) for a complete billet braking package!

Don't forget: since the new Arachnid M1 uses the same proven RoadLoK technology as the RoadLoK Defender™ and the RoadLoK Sniper™, it is endorsed by GEICO® Powersports making it eligible for a discount on your GEICO insurance policy. Call GEICO for more information about the RoadLoK discount in your state.

For more information and model fitment visit roadlok.com or call (888)-ROADLOK today.

Contacts:

RoadLoK Security
126 Sprague Avenue
Middletown, NY 10940
(888)-ROADLOK
www.roadlok.com

Béringer, SA
ZA F-42940
Châtelneuf, France
+33 (4) 77 768 295
www.beringer.fr

GEICO Powersports
One GEICO Landing
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(800)-44-CYCLE
www.geico.com

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Leading Concrete Stain Manufacturer, Concrete Camouflage® Listed For Sale

With the explosive growth of concrete stain, it's hard to imagine why anyone would place Concrete Camouflage®, for sale on the open market. Especially providing they seem to hold one of the top spots in an industry that is today one of the best flooring solutions available. You have to ask yourself, Could this be Your Lucky day? Or just another article? Let's see.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Concrete Camouflage®, in a surprising move, has been recently placed for sale on the open market, being listed with Scot Jones of The Jones Group. A prominent specialists in Business Mergers and Acquisitions, located in the Dallas, Texas area. Even more surprising is the listing price which seems to be a giveaway by today's standards at only $1.2 million. That's U.S. dollars, not even Euros.

After becoming a staple, leader, and authority within the concrete stain industry, it certainly has some scratching their heads and wondering why sell at a time when Concrete Camouflage® is seemingly ready to burst with growth? When you visit Mr. Jones website listing of the offering and company details, found at www.JonesCorporate.com, it says only that the Concrete Camouflage® offering for sale, is because it is not the owners core business.

Ok, that's fair enough, but it also says in not so many words, that this particular business is essentially at a point in it's growth, and it further indicates that Concrete Camouflage® has such a following, that it may very well be sitting within it's industry in a place few ever see, the beginning of greatness. If so, that would be like have being able to have gotten in, at the very take off, of companies like Coca Cola®, Kleenex®, or Sherwin Williams®.

As it turns out that is the very reason for the offering. Concrete Camouflage® has evidently grown to a point of, and reached a place in it's evolution, that with the owners other businesses and current projects of interest, they are ready to pass Concrete Camouflage® on to it's new owners, so that they can take it to it's much earned, deserved, and what looks to be an easily achievable pinnacle. Which is the reason given for Concrete Camouflage®, having been listed with Mr. Jones.

So what is Concrete Stain anyway and why would it make Concrete Camouflage® such a great investment? Concrete stain which was found primarily in commercial applications at first, soon went residential as well. Now found in many homes and businesses and gaining in popularity, concrete stain has become today's alternative to traditional flooring.

Being used both indoors and outdoors it was once available only to contractor's, yet the increased demand for concrete stain from the do it yourself population quickly brought the product into the mainstream, and Concrete Camouflage® looks to be positioned to ride the leading edge of this tremendous wave.

What fuels this demand for concrete stain? Simply said, the beauty of it, the ease of use, and likely most of all the rather significant cost savings over other types of flooring, along with the allergy friendliness, low maintenance, and much more.

Chances are you or someone you know has or will have stained concrete somewhere around your home and/or business. Chances are Concrete Camouflage is or will be the products it's stained with. Or as they would prefer to say, You've "Camouflaged Your Concrete!" TM.

So there you have it. The only question now is, who will be the next owners. Though it seems likely to be gobbled up by some big fish competitor, who knows, if you have an extra million or so it could be you. Though you may want to hurry as this rare investment opportunity doesn't seem very likely to last long.

For more information on Concrete Camouflage®, you can visit their website at ConcreteCamouflage Concrete Stain and Supplies Though to make inquiries in regards to the sale of Concrete Camouflage®, or to request further information in regards to such, Please contact Mr. Scot Jones via The Jones Group or at 1 888 808 5071.

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American Elements Announces Expanded Bromide and Iodide Manufacturing Capacity

In response to increased demand for halide compounds, American Elements announced today it has increased the capacity for U.S. based manufacturing of metallic iodide and bromide compounds.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- In response to increased demand for halide compounds, American Elements announced today it has increased the capacity for U.S. based manufacturing of metallic iodide and bromide compounds.

Bromide and Iodide compounds including the alkali iodides, such as sodium iodide, lithium iodide and potassium iodide, and bromides of various transition metals, such as cobalt bromide, precious metals such as silver bromide and post-transition metals such as lead bromide and germanium bromide have found new and novel applications in medical, bio-science and environmental applications.

For further technical and pricing information on American Elements' full line of advanced ceramic, electronic, glass and structural advanced material products, 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 mail:customerservice(at)americanelements.com. American Elements is America's leading manufacturer and supplier of rare earth and other advanced material products with distribution offices in Europe, Asia and South America.

http://www.americanelements.com

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Chief® Provides Flat Panel Tilt at the Touch of a Button

The new CM8T15U™ automatically adjusts to preset positions for viewing.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- www.chiefmfg.com - Chief Manufacturing, the industry leader in flat panel and projector mounting solutions, announces the release of the CM8T15U Automated Tilt Mount, providing smooth flat panel tilt at the touch of a button. The CM8 provides automated tilt when you turn on your TV and when the TV is powered off, it automatically returns to a low-profile, flush position.

Often times, obstacles in a room require a flat panel to be mounted higher than the ideal viewing height. The CM8 works to solve this problem, providing smooth, motorized tilt 2 degrees up and 13 degrees down. When not in use, the CM8 blends into décor, featuring an extremely low-profile design, at only 3.6" (91 mm) from the wall.

For easy installation, the CM8 mounts directly to studs and is designed with Chief's exclusive Glide Lock™ latching mechanism, to ensure a secure installation. The mount features a universal interface to fit most flat panel TVs on the market, and can be used with an IR remote control or optical sensor.

For more information, visit Chief at CEDIA booth #1014.

About Chief:
Chief Manufacturing is a division of Milestone AV Technologies, a Duchossois Group Company, and has more than 30 years of proven product and service excellence. Committed to responding to industry needs in the Pro AV, Residential and Office markets, Chief offers a complete line of mounts, lifts and accessories for flat panel displays and projectors.

Chief continues to design innovative mounting solutions that complement the technology they support. With multiple product awards and patented designs, Chief provides unique mount features, and is recognized for delivering not only quality products, but knowledgeable, helpful customer service.

U.S. and Europe sales offices support a global network spanning the Americas, Europe, the Pacific Rim and beyond. Chief distribution centers are located in Minnesota and the Netherlands. www.chiefmfg.com.

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America's Fastest Growing Companies Includes Bridgelogix

Inc. today ranked Bridgelogix on its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs.

(PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Inc. today ranked Bridgelogix No. 4136 on its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy - America's independent-minded entrepreneurs. Taken as a whole, these companies represent the backbone of the U.S. economy.

"Our second annual Inc. 5000 continues the most ambitious project in business journalism," said Inc. 5000 Project Manager Jim Melloan. "The Inc. 5000 gives an unrivalled portrait of young, underreported companies across all industries doing fascinating things with cutting-edge business models, as well as older companies that are still showing impressive growth."

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Tulsa, OK, Bridgelogix is defined by its innovative data collection and warehousing solutions that are offered by a company built on customer commitment, industry experience and a relentless dedication to providing the best to the Infor Baan, BPCS, ERPLN and ERPLX community. Bridgelogix's mission is to work with companies to help them achieve operational excellence - moving them forward, faster, with innovative solutions that help them simplify and automate their internal business processes and eliminate waste thereby reducing costs within their supply chain.

"We were thrilled to see our name when the results of the 2008 Inc. 5000 list were announced," said Koty Krishna, Founder and CEO of Bridgelogix. "This is another major achievement in an already banner year. Bridgelogix experienced record growth in 2007, was awarded by Managing Automation for technology advancements and now this recognition. Bridgelogix believes these accomplishments reflect deep understanding of our market, a suite of functionally rich yet user friendly solutions, stellar customer service and perhaps the most important-- unparallel hard work and commitment from every single employee of Bridgelogix in the US, Europe, India," he added. "Awards such as these are motivators to top our previous performance and to continually provide robust and reputable solutions to the Infor ERP community," he concluded.

The 5000 companies that made the list reported aggregate revenue of $185 billion and median three-year growth of 147 percent. Most important, the 2008 Inc. 5000 companies were engines of job growth, having created more than 826,033 jobs since those companies were founded. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a list of the fastest-growing companies that can be sorted by industry and region can be found at www.inc5000.com.

Hottest Regions for Fastest-Growing Companies
The New York metro area tops the Inc. 5000 list with the most companies of any city with 355. Washington, D.C. comes in a close second with 300 companies on the list; Los Angeles comes in third with 244 companies, and Atlanta (194 companies) and Chicago (189 companies) round out the top five. Interestingly, only 62 companies on the Inc. 5000 are not based in metropolitan areas.

Grand Rapids, Mich. leads the list with the highest median revenue of any metro area ($26.2 million, 16 companies), followed by San Antonio, Texas ($21.3 million, 25 companies), Baton Rouge, La. ($18.8 million, 14 companies), Houston ($17.1 million, 97 companies), and Kansas City, Mo.-Kan. ($16.5 million, 39 companies).

Hottest Industries for Fastest-Growing Businesses
The most notable median growth categories among the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing businesses are in the Energy category (which grew by 298%), followed by Government Services (which grew by 220%), Security (200% growth), IT Services and Software (both grew by 187%), and Consulting (which grew by 182% on average).

The largest business category is IT Services, with 579 Inc. 5000 companies. Business Services (532 companies), Construction (459), Manufacturing (405), and Advertising & Marketing (361) complete the top five industries ranked on the 2008 Inc. 5000.

Industries reporting the highest median revenue are Travel ($38.8 million), Financial Services ($16.3 million), Logistics ($15.4 million) Government Services ($14.2 million), and Energy ($14.2 million).

Methodology
The 2008 Inc. 5000 list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. To qualify, companies must be U.S.-based and privately held, for profit, independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2007, and have had at least $200,000 in revenue in 2004, and $2 million in 2007.

Companies can apply for next year's Inc. 5000 by registering with "IncBizNet, Business Network for Private Companies", at www.incbiznet.com.

About Inc.com Inc.com, the daily resource for entrepreneurs, delivers how-to guides, advice, tools, breaking news, and rich multi-media to help business owners and CEOs start, run, and grow their businesses. Inc.com offers dynamic marketing solutions to help advertisers effectively reach Inc.com's audience of business leaders. Visit http://www.inc.com.

About Inc. 500|Inc. 5000 Conference Each year, Inc. magazine and Inc.com celebrate the remarkable achievements of today's entrepreneurial superstars -- the privately held small businesses that drive our economy. The Inc. 500|Inc. 5000 Conference brings together members of the Inc. 5000 community--both a new class of Inc. 5000 honorees and the list's alumni--for three days of powerful networking, inspired learning and momentous celebration. For the first time ever, this powerful networking event is open to all. Please join us September 18-20, 2008 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington, D.C. For more information or to register, visit www.Inc500Conference.com or call us at 877-211-0489.

For more information on Bridgelogix, visit www.bridgelogix.com.

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24 Seven Expands Western Region to Court Fashion, Retail, Marketing, Advertising and Creative Sectors

New West Coast VP of Operations Says Lean Economy Offers Strong Opportunities for Third-Party Employment Agencies

Los Angeles, Calif. (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- 24 Seven is vying for a greater share of the fashion, retail, marketing, advertising and creative sectors on the West Coast with new locations opening in Seattle and downtown Los Angeles. The company's California Market Center office in the Fashion District is its second Los Angeles location, providing convenient access to 24 Seven's current fashion and marketing clients and prospects. Headquartered in New York, the premier creative talent placement agency also has offices in Santa Monica, Newport Beach, San Francisco and London.

24 Seven's newly appointed West Coast VP of Operations, Anthony Donnarumma, says he anticipates the company's growth will continue running counter to industry trends. "While fashion retailers and agencies tighten their belts, they still need to keep business moving," says Donnarumma. "We're helping companies streamline the hiring process by expanding services and opening strategic locations convenient to current and potential clients."

Donnarumma recently joined 24 Seven after the company's merger with The Gromwell Group, where he served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. His previous experience in finance and operations includes management positions with Deloitte and Touche and Starpoint Solutions, LLC.

According to Donnarumma, 24 Seven's Los Angeles openings include high-level managers, planners and buyers in the fashion retail sector. Companies in region's marketing and advertising sectors have frequent openings for graphic designers, user interface specialists, account executives and traffic managers.

Los Angeles fashion and retail clients include Gap, BCBG, Fredericks of Hollywood, Juicy Couture, Rock & Republic and 7 for All Mankind. Marketing and advertising clients include Ogilvy and Mather, Chiat Day, Rapp Collins, Deutsch Advertising and Genex Advertising.

Los Angeles candidates interested in applying for positions with 24 Seven clients may forward a resume and cover letter to Meghan Brumley, mbrumley@24Seveninc.com.

For more details on 24 Seven's new Seattle location and clients, click here.

To best meet the needs on both sides of the hiring table, 24 Seven recruiters apply their respective industry expertise to save time, effort and money in the search process. Recruiters pre-screen candidates with in-depth interviews, portfolio assessments and reference checks. Through its online gateway, www.24SevenTalent.com, 24 Seven offers creative talent access to a variety of career enhancement services, such as specialized training, educational seminars, industry news and events, and discounts for career and personal services.

About 24 Seven
Founded in 2000, 24 Seven is an eight-year market leader in the fashion, marketing, advertising, creative, beauty, retail, home furnishings and entertainment sectors. 24 Seven has established a reputation for placing exceptional creative talent, from entry level all the way to executive level. Additionally 24 Seven was certified as a Women's Business Enterprise by the WBENC (Women's Business Enterprise National Council) and was honored to receive the prestigious Ernst & Young 2007 Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Business Services category in the Metropolitan New York area. For more information about 24 Seven, visit www.24seveninc.com.

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6 Advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®

The Supravalve® has been a mainstay of the Vernay Medical check valve line-up for over 20 years, and is still one of the most preferred assembled check valves used in the medical industry. Here are 6 advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®.

Yellow Springs, Ohio (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 22, 2008 -- The Supravalve® has been a mainstay of the Vernay Medical check valves line-up for over 20 years. But did you know the Supravalve® has 6 advantages compared to other check valves in the medical industry?

Here are 6 advantages of a Vernay Supravalve®:

1. Highly reliable in critical applications where drugs, blood or other fluid media, require the dosing to be precisely checked with care. More specifically the Supravalve® is used in medical fields such as:

• Drug Delivery
• Blood Oxygenators
• Blood Handling
• Wound Drainage applications
• Infusion sets

2. 100% functionally tested for forward flow, reverse leakage and weld integrity.
3. Assembled in a Class 10,000 clean environment to ensure the safety of the patient.
4. Non-position sensitive.
5. Provides a non-torturous flow path with low pressure losses at both medium and high flow rates. Having a non-torturous flow-path assures the valve is optimized for applications where Haemolysis is a concern.
6. Available in a multitude of fitments and material selections that can readily be sterilized using Gamma, ETO or High temperature Sterilization methods.

At the heart of the Supravalve® is a duckbill check valve, a technology patented by Vernay many years ago. The silicone duckbill check valve is assembled into mating plastic components, using a state of the art automated assembly process. All configurations of the Supravalve® Check Valve are USP Class VI compliant.

Vernay Laboratories designs and manufactures precision molded elastomeric materials. Primary area of expertise is in the design and manufacture of elastomeric check valves for fluid control applications. Standard product lines include a variety of check valve designs both fully Elastomeric and molded onto metal or plastic.

For further information on the Vernay Supravalve® product line, please call 1-866-Vernay-1 or visit our website at www.vernay.com

About Vernay
Vernay Laboratories is proud to provide precision-engineered fluid control rubber components and assemblies to companies around the world. Vernay serves the Automotive, Medical, Office Products, Small Appliances, Small Engine, White Goods, and Specialty markets. Using our expertise in the creation of manufacturing processes, quality & environmental standards and new cutting-edge elastomeric materials, we design check valves and other fluid control rubber products that offer advanced solutions to your complex engineering problems.

Links:
http://www.vernay.com/ProductCategories/Duckbills.html
http://www.vernay.com/ProductCategories/CheckValves.html
http://www.vernay.com/Technologies/Material.html

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Corvest: Writing Instruments are Ideal Promotional Products for Small Businesses

Corvest, a top-20 promotional products supplier and parent company of Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me, today announced the launch of a new promotion surrounding the benefits of utilizing promotional pens.

Largo, FL (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Corvest, a top-20 promotional products supplier and parent company of Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me, today announced the launch of a new promotion surrounding the benefits of utilizing promotional pens. Details regarding the promotion, which offers the company's best-selling gel ink pen at less than $1.00 per piece, can be found by clicking here. Organizations wishing to take advantage of the company's promotion can download an easy to use fax order form click here or can visit www.advalite.com/gp55 to order online. All orders placed by end customers will be forwarded to a network of participating promotional products distributors.

Mark Holland, Corvest's Vice President of Marketing, said, "In the promotional products industry, we have a common saying that every promotional pen has an average of six users in its lifetime. We had the idea to demonstrate the progression of passing a pen along from one person to the next, much like the pop culture game 'six degrees of Kevin Bacon.' This is a highly effective way to show just how many impressions one promotional pen will have."

The company points out that small business owners are acutely aware of the balance between self-promotion with tangible goods versus soft platforms such as print advertisements and television and radio commercials. Because of their practicality and low investment cost, partnered with the high number of exposures they generate, the company is utilizing its "Six Degrees of Separation" promotion to illustrate that writing instruments are ideal promotional products.

Holland adds, "If a client has $5,000 to spend on advertising, they can either buy one ¼-page advertisement in the local paper or they can buy 5,000 writing instruments. Unlike the newspaper ad, which will only appear in one edition, the pens will be passed from user to user, allowing the decorated message to live on for years to come. To think of the number of people who see or use just one of those pens is staggering. If, as consumers, we look in our desks, in our purses, or next to our home telephones, we'll find a pen with someone else's name on it. There's no reason it can't be your name on that pen."

In addition to offering their best-selling pen at a low minimum quantity price for less than $1.00 per piece, Corvest has a number of other high-quality promotional items at deeply discounted products. These items, including screen printed bags, personalized pens, decorated travel mugs and polycarbonate bottles, can be found at www.corvest.com/specials.jsp.

Corvest is a Counselor Top 40 Supplier, holding the number 18 position. It's All Greek To Me won the 2008 Distributor Choice Award for Supplier of the Year: Toys, while Adva-Lite received the award for Supplier of the Year: Flashlights.

About Corvest

Award-winning, multi-million dollar promotional products supplier Corvest SPV, LLC, located in beautiful, sunny central Florida, owns and operates three highly successful operating units - Adva-Lite, Toppers and It's All Greek To Me. Each unit has been in operation for nearly 50 years, and the company as a whole employs over 400 talented associates in the brand new, state-of-the-art, 300-thousand square foot facility. Owned by one of the world's leading private investment firms, Corvest remains a top 20 wholesale supplier for the promotional product industry. For more information, please visit www.corvest.com, www.toppersllc.com , www.advalite.com, or www.iagtm.com.

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Alchemy Systems Unveils New Release of SISTEM™ Training Platform

Alchemy Systems, the leader in innovative training solutions for the workforce, today announced a new release of its group-based training platform, SISTEM™. Alchemy's latest version, SISTEM™ 3.3, further enhances training and compliance management automation with new features and added courseware for entry-level, lower-skilled employees and job seekers in industries throughout North America.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Alchemy Systems, the leader in technology and multimedia based training solutions for the workforce, today announced a new release of its group-based training platform, SISTEM. Alchemy's latest version, SISTEM 3.3, further enhances training and compliance management automation with new features and added courseware for production employees and job seekers in industries throughout North America.

The SISTEM computer based training (CBT) platform is an all-in-one training solution that can accommodate small or large groups of trainees (up to 150) via individual hand-held remotes. SISTEM comes with over 90 interactive, industry-specific courses that test employee comprehension, increase their retention and have been proven to boost productivity through engaging multimedia training videos and group-based interaction. SISTEM includes and integrated web-based Learning Management System (LMS) that automates the documentation process and provides a central location for training records.

With the new customer-inspired release, SISTEM 3.3 now features an improved administrative interface and a visually integrated help system for increasing the overall ease of use. Customers are also now able to create company and/or job-specific courses using any Microsoft Windows multimedia files, as well as, create assessments and surveys using the web-based LMS. Once created, all courses and assessments can be delivered either online as e-learning or as group-based training.

SISTEM's helps food processors and manufacturers advance their compliance training to meet Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards and in turn, helps prevent prevalent food safety recalls. Nine of the top fifteen meat producers including Tyson, Smithfield Foods Inc., Sysco Corporation, National Beef Packing Company, Hormel Foods Corporation, OSI Group, Sara Lee Corporation and American Foods Group, are using SISTEM to deliver GMP and HACCP training (key elements in the GFSI) and to automate their training documentation process. With SISTEM 3.3, these companies are now able to create courses that are specific to a production worker's job description, test the employee on their comprehension and then automatically document the results. Each employee's training results are accessible via the web-based learning management system and can be downloaded into various electronic formats and printed for verification during critical audits necessary for GFSI compliance. Furthermore, multiple versions of the same SISTEM course allow managers to rotate often repeated courses to keep employees engaged, and because SISTEM courses are provided in both English and Spanish versions, training is consistent for multi-lingual environments.

The same SISTEM components are being used in workforce centers across the country to teach job seekers the skills they need to be attractive to business. In the last 2 years, Missouri Career Centers alone have utilized SISTEM to train more than 28,000 job seekers on over 68,000 courses. SISTEM's e-learning capabilities give job seekers the ability to train online, which workforce centers use to expand service delivery options while also helping their clients combat high gas prices. With the release of SISTEM 3.3, Alchemy is also introducing a new Customer Service Certification library that will enable job seekers to learn the competencies for successfully completing the National Retail Federation's (NRF) customer service exam.

New courses that come with SISTEM 3.3 include Emergency Preparedness, Ergonomics, Forklift Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Maintenance Personnel, Hand and Power Tools, Hearing Protection, Introduction to Food Allergens, and Proper Handling of Food Allergens. Other courses, including GMP: Effective Hand Washing Techniques, GMP: Hygiene and Sanitation, Keeping Foods Safe from Harmful Bacteria, Overview of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Preventing Food Contamination, and Preventing Food Borne Illness, have been updated by Alchemy to reflect changes in regulations. With SISTEM 3.3, courses such as ADA, FMLA, Hazard Communication and Violence in the Workplace are now available in two versions for added training versatility.

To date, Alchemy has delivered over 1.5 million SISTEM courses for food and industrial safety compliance training in over 40 states and provinces within the US, Canada and Mexico. "Our customers are experiencing outstanding effects from their ability to deliver and manage effective critical-skills training at an affordable price using the SISTEM training platform," said Jeff Eastman, CEO at Alchemy Systems, "With better educated employees, employers are seeing improved employee moral, increased productivity and a decrease in turnover."

About Alchemy Systems:
Alchemy Systems, based in Austin, Texas, provides technology and multimedia training solutions for fostering talent development in the global workforce. Courses are delivered and managed through a unique group-based training platform or as individual e-learning courses through a web-based learning management system. Alchemy's course catalog includes highly-interactive educational media and covers topics such as job search, career readiness, industrial safety, mandated training, basic supervision and job success skills, as well as industry-specific training courses. More information about SISTEM and Alchemy Systems is available at SISTEMtraining.com.

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Plataine Enables SolidWorks Users to Optimize Production with Advanced Nesting Capabilities

Production optimization software allows manufacturers to design 3D models in SolidWorks, then seamlessly translate them into 2D format for nesting optimization.

Chicago (PRWEB) August 22, 2008 -- Plataine, a leading provider of integrated production optimization solutions, announced today that its Total Production Optimization product supports seamless integration with SolidWorks® 2008 3D CAD software and has been certified as a SolidWorks Solution Partner Product.

Plataine's Total Production Optimization is a complete production management system that combines real-time shop-floor data with the most advanced nesting and production scheduling capabilities. Plataine's advanced nesting capabilities have a proven track record of providing manufacturers with material savings of up to 20%.

SolidWorks 2008 delivers a host of unique features to help companies design better products more quickly. The software includes more than 250 customer-requested enhancements and significant innovations that break new ground in engineering efficiency. SolidWorks 2008 provides a new intuitive, time-saving user interface (UI) as well as impressive 3D graphics, builds on the company's breakthrough SolidWorks Intelligent Feature Technology (SWIFT), accelerates better product design, and includes more advanced design analysis capabilities than any other CAD software.

Using the two products, manufacturers are able to design a 3D model of the product or part and then seamlessly transfer the 3D model into a 2D format for nesting optimization, eliminating numerous manual tasks and potential conversion errors.

The integration of SolidWorks and Plataine Total Production Optimization is already in use by leading manufacturers, enabling these companies to streamline and compress manufacturing cycles from design to production.

"Plataine has strong reputation for delivering production optimization capabilities," said Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. Director of Marketing and Alliances Efrat Ravid. "The integration of Plataine's Total Production Optimization and SolidWorks 2008 removes manual steps and ensures the accuracy of the results, allowing manufacturers to streamline production and expedite product delivery."

"By partnering with SolidWorks and integrating our products, we enable manufacturers to focus on providing the customer with the right product at the right time for the lowest possible cost," said Avner Ben-Bassat, Plataine's President. "Together, the products also help manufactures increase productivity and reduce material waste--contributing to the company's bottom line as well as to the preservation of the environment."

About Plataine
Plataine is a leading provider of production optimization solutions for manufacturers of metal, wood, textile and composite-material products. Plataine's production optimization solutions enable manufacturers to be more competitive by increasing material utilization, improving productivity, and shortening manufacturing cycles to ensure on-time delivery of products to customers. Plataine's solutions are used by hundreds of manufacturers worldwide, including Bassett Furniture, Boeing, Century Furniture, Drexel Heritage, Ethan Allen, Ford, General Motors, The Gap, Hagger, Nike, and Wrangler. For more information, visit www.plataine.com or contact your local Plataine office.

SolidWorks is a registered trademark of Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. Other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

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AgroResin Rainbow - Adding Bright New Colors to the Sustainability Spectrum

PWP Industries has launched a colorful new series of biodegradable packaging, AgroResin Rainbow, an expansion of its AgroResin fiber composite packaging portfolio. The Rainbow series is a sustainable - yet cool - choice of packaging for perishable produce, quick-service, frozen and deli food applications.

Vernon, Calif. (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Imagine a package as red as an apple and just as biodegradable. PWP Industries has recently launched a colorful new series of biodegradable packaging, AgroResin® Rainbow, expanding its AgroResin® fiber composite packaging portfolio.

"The variety of vibrant colors opens up exciting new possibilities for the use of the already popular packaging," says Scott Sanders, Director of New Business Development, PWP Industries. "The intense and undeniably attractive colors of the AgroResin® Rainbow series have been specially formulated to accentuate the packaging of food and produce to enhance their marketing appeal."

The Rainbow series, available in many shapes, sizes and colors, is permeable to air, water and grease resistant, and microwaveable. "The development of the Rainbow series makes AgroResin® a great sustainable - yet cool - choice of packaging for perishable produce, quick-service, frozen, and deli food applications," explains Dr. Yan Xu, Founder and Managing Director of GRENIDEA, a sustainable material company.

AgroResin® Rainbow allows companies to project a hip image which will appeal to youth audiences, and with the flexible choice of a spectrum of eye-catching colors, companies can match tones to complement their food presentations. In addition, the use of AgroResin® Rainbow promotes companies as good corporate citizens through their adoption of a sustainable alternative.

For more information on pricing and sales for AgroResin® and other products from PWP Industries, please contact PWP Industries, toll-free, (877)-700-0330. www.pwpindustries.com

PWP Industries, founded in 1998, is a leading PETE and Polypropylene food packaging thermoformer in North America, with manufacturing plants located in Vernon, California, Abilene, Texas, and Mineral Wells, West Virginia. PWP is highly regarded in the food packaging industry for producing competitively priced quality parts, superb customer service, and innovative product designs.

About AgroResin®: Designed using a lifecycle approach, AgroResin® is a molded fiber composite made primarily of cellulose or lignocellulose fiber networked via adhesives. It takes advantage of the abundant and renewable fiber residue of agricultural farming. The first molded fiber composite packaging in the world, AgroResin® can be made from any plant fiber, enabling sustainability and a positive impact on the ecosystem.

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Valensi Rose, PLC Prevails In Breach of Contract Arbitration Against Ultraviolet Devices, Inc. ("UVDI") On Behalf Of A Former Senior Executive

Valensi Rose, PLC prevailed in a breach of contract arbitration on behalf of its client, Mr. Stephen Pegg, former vice president and chief financial officer of UltraViolet Devices, Inc. ("UVDI"), and former president of its Sparks Technology division. A court entered judgment against UVDI in the amount of $537,165 plus interest. The judgment also contemplates future legal fees and costs incurred to compel UVDI to satisfy the judgment.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Valensi Rose, PLC prevailed in a breach of contract arbitration on behalf of its client, Mr. Stephen Pegg, former vice president and chief financial officer of UltraViolet Devices, Inc. ("UVDI"), and former president of its Sparks Technology division. A court entered judgment against UVDI in the amount of $537,165 plus interest. The judgment also contemplates future legal fees and costs incurred to compel UVDI to satisfy the judgment.

"We are naturally very pleased with the outcome on behalf of our client," said Valensi Rose Managing Partner Arlen Gunner. "Employment law proceedings can be very long, drawn-out and expensive. Through arbitration, our client had his case heard within a shorter time frame and at a lower cost."

"It is unfortunate UVDI chose to breach this contract, and I greatly appreciate the efforts of Michael Morris and David Krol of Valensi Rose," said Mr. Pegg. "Their professionalism, dedication and commitment have been instrumental in bringing the facts to light."

In 2004, Mr. Pegg was hired by UVDI, a privately held manufacturer and supplier of purification products for surface, air, water and effluent treatment, as its chief financial officer and vice president of finance. In October 2005, Mr. Pegg and UVDI's chairman of the board signed an Employment Continuation Agreement, which provided certain assurances in the event of a change of control at UVDI. Shortly after the Agreement was signed, UVDI promoted Mr. Pegg to president of Sparks Technology, a company that UVDI acquired.

In 2006, UVDI's chairman died, and within two months, Mr. Pegg was terminated without cause or notice. When Mr. Pegg sought to enforce the Agreement, however, UVDI claimed that the Agreement was unenforceable, and refused to provide severance pay, continue his benefits, or pay any of his legal fees, as required under the Agreement.

Valensi Rose filed a Demand for Arbitration on its client's behalf, and alleged that UVDI breached the Agreement. In response, UVDI filed a $1 million counterclaim, accusing Mr. Pegg of fraud in procuring the Agreement. UVDI also sought to rescind the Agreement, and punitive damages.

After reviewing all of the facts with their client, Valensi Rose decided to file a Motion for Summary Judgment in an attempt to dispose of all of UVDI's affirmative claims without a hearing. In response, UVDI did not dispute any of the facts; instead, it argued that the alleged facts proved that Mr. Pegg violated his fiduciary duties to UVDI.

The arbitrator granted the Motion, determining that all of UVDI's claims against Mr. Pegg, and its defenses to the enforceability of the Agreement were without merit. Soon afterward, UVDI conceded liability on Mr. Pegg's claim for breach of contract.

The judgment was rendered by the Superior Court of the State of California, County of Los Angeles - West District (Case No. SS016851).

About Valensi Rose, PLC:
Established in 1952, Valensi Rose, PLC is a full-service business law firm providing its clients with the broad range of legal services needed in a complex business environment. The firm is AV® rated by Martindale Hubbell (its highest rating). The firm's practice areas include: federal, state and international tax planning and litigation; estate planning and probate; civil litigation, family law, real estate; business and corporate law; non-profit law; labor and employment law; and music, entertainment and intellectual property law.

For more information please visit Valensi Rose PLC.

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Burnes' Eco-Design Strategy Targets 25 Percent Waste Reduction Over Three Years

Burnes Home Accents, the leading maker of photo frames, has introduced a collection of reclaimed wood and recycled plastic photo frames, marking the first year of an eco-design strategy. The goal of the enterprise-wide sustainability initiative is not merely to bring sustainable products to market, but to reduce overall corporate waste by 25 percent within a three-year period.

Round Rock, TX (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Burnes Home Accents, the leading maker of photo frames and related photo storage products, has introduced a collection of reclaimed wood and recycled plastic photo frames, marking the first year of an eco-design strategy that has impacted every aspect of the frame manufacturer's business.

The goal of the enterprise-wide sustainability initiative is not merely to bring sustainable products to market, but to reduce overall corporate waste by 25 percent within a three-year period. Accordingly, Burnes' eco-design strategy considers sustainability from product design and choice of materials, through manufacturing and distribution, to the product's end-of-life.

"In addressing true sustainability, we had to look beyond the end product," said Jean-René Gougelet, president of Burnes Home Accents. " Our eco-design strategy has a higher purpose that will help sustain our business and the earth's limited resources -- and improve the lives of our employees and customers, their families and communities."

Burnes is using its manufacturing facility in Durango, Mexico, as a working model for testing and implementing socially conscious practices. This prototype for sustainable manufacturing will help Burnes suppliers become more environmentally responsible.

"Going forward, we will partner exclusively with suppliers who share our vision of sustainability and are willing to work with us to streamline production and implement energy efficiencies," said Gougelet.

Burnes has already partnered with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), the world's strongest system for guiding forest management toward sustainable outcomes. The company is currently undergoing the FSC's lengthy audit process -- which documents the chain of custody of all raw materials coming into a factory -- and expects to be certified by spring 2009. Ultimately, all of Burnes' wood products -- as well as the paper used in Durango-manufactured photo albums -- will come from certified harvested forests.

Among the Burnes' zero waste efforts is a closed-loop system that enables the Durango plant to capture all sawdust produced during the cutting process. The sawdust is sold to a Burnes supplier, who uses it to create medium density fiberboard (MDF). Burnes then purchases the fully recycled MDF for manufacturing the backs of photo frames, as well as other products.

Burnes is also focused on reducing product damage that occurs in transit, a huge problem for photo-frame manufacturers. To date, the company has made dramatic strides in this arena, including decreasing the damage rate of one particular product line from 40 to 4 percent.

"We want to keep packing materials to a minimum, but need to ensure that each item arrives in tact. So we're also investigating alternative and sustainable packaging materials and methods," said Gougelet.

By designing products that can be made in the Durango facility, Burnes is reducing transportation costs and emissions expended during importation. Among these are some of the new Decor Essentials photo frames, a collection of made from reclaimed wood and recycled plastic -- materials that would otherwise end up in landfills. Classic designs in a variety of broad-appeal finishes ensure a long product life. Burnes is donating a percentage of the proceeds from every Decor Essentials product to Save the Earth, a foundation that funds education and research on environmental issues.

To make sustainability more tangible, the company has also initiated a voluntary 'personal growth plan' to assist employees in making positive changes in their lives. Early initiatives include an on-line resource for everyday ecological and sustainable practices and an organic snack bar with facts on nutrition and environmentally responsible agriculture.

Founded by Charles D. Burnes in 1917, Burnes Home Accents (http://www.burnesofboston.com) is the largest designer, marketer and manufacturer of photo frames, photo albums, and related photo storage and display products.

Editor's note: Mike Kirkland, vice president, marketing, is available for interviews. Digital photos and product samples available on request.

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Kerk Offers ZBX Series for Precise Positional Accuracy in Design Operations

Kerk Motion Products offers its ZBX Series anti-backlash assembly, an ideal linear actuator for design operations requiring precise positional accuracy and repeatability at a minimum cost. The ZBX Series is ideal for vertical applications requiring noise or vibration control.

Hollis, NH (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Kerk Motion Products, one of the world's premier manufacturers of non-ball lead screws, offers its ZBX Series anti-backlash assembly, an ideal linear actuator for design operations requiring precise positional accuracy and repeatability, at a minimum cost. The inherent damping qualities of the ZBX design make it ideally suited for vertical applications requiring noise or vibration control.

Kerk's standard ZBX unit utilizes a patented self-lubricating polyacetal nut that is radially preloaded on a 303 stainless steel screw. The ZBX linear actuator assembly offers exceptional torque consistency and repeatability when traversing in either direction through its unique load transfer capability.

-- ZBX linear actuators are ideally suited to light load applications

End machining to customer specifications and Kerkote® TFE screw coating are optional for the ZBX linear actuators, as are designs for special operating configurations or environments.

-- ZBXF flange mounts and ZBXY thread mounts are also offered with the ZBX series

For additional information on Kerk's ZBX Series of Linear Actuators for light load applications, please visit http://www.kerkmotion.com/products/products-overview.asp.

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

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DVD Duplication/Replication/Optical Media Packaging Company Duplium Gets Nintendo Certification

Dallas/Toronto based optical media manufacturer and supply chain management provider Duplium, one of North America's largest DVD/CD duplication and replication companies, becomes Nintendo Certified

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Optical media has become a widely used format for the gaming, entertainment, and software industries. In fact, it is probably the most recognized format for music, software, games, and other types of information storage utilized in present times. Several companies across the globe specialize in providing disc duplication, replication, and other services related to optical media that are essential for the success of companies across a wide spectrum of industries. However, not all are certified to provide a full range of high volume services that assist companies to the fullest extent necessary for optimum success. Duplium, one of North America's largest optical media manufacturers and supply chain management providers, has recently received Nintendo Certification, which puts them even further ahead of the competition.

The Benefits of Nintendo Certification

As mentioned in a recent interview with CaymanMama.com News, Dallas/Toronto based Duplium's recent Nintendo Certification will have benefits for both the company and its clients. The company will have the authorization to assemble and package raw materials for Nintendo products consumers purchase in stores. This is stated to be a natural fit for Duplium clients, many of whom are software companies involved in the gaming and entertainment markets and looking for someone to package and assemble their products. Also, in regards to their prime location, Ryan Anderson of Duplium states, "it makes for a great fit logistically to save our clients money on freight which is becoming a larger and larger concern for our marketplace." The full interview with Ryan Anderson, Duplium Director of North American Sales, can be viewed by visiting http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTTTbIlB3qI.

Duplium Corporation

Duplium Corporation specializes in high volume DVD/CD replication, CD/DVD duplication, mastering, printing, packaging, and other services related to disc media as well as third party logistics. Duplium headquarters are based in Dallas, Texas and Toronto, Canada. The company's ideal geographic locations allow them to service more than 80% of North America within a 24 hour time frame. Duplium is encouraging companies, business professionals, and others to visit them online at http://www.duplium.com for information on how their services can be instrumental for increasing their success, as well as improving company relationships with customers or clients.

For more information about Duplium, or the services the company provides, please visit http://www.duplium.com.

Media Contact:
Ryan Anderson
800-928-2018
dupliumpr @ gmail.com

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Ultriva CEO Discusses Lean Manufacturing Systems and the Future of American Manufacturing on Better Process Podcast

Narayan Laksham tells manufacturers how to be more customer-centric through implementing consumption-driven replenishment techniques.

Cupertino, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 21, 2008 -- Ultriva Inc., the company that designs software and solutions to enable 'Lean Business' through customer-centered manufacturing, has been featured on a two-part Better Process podcast. The daily podcast is aimed at CEOs and senior executives at small and midsize manufacturing firms, and also attracts decision makers in the engineering, manufacturing and wider supply chain functions.

In part one, CEO Narayan Laksham, and show host Ken Rayment discuss the definition of "lean" and how to apply the concept beyond the plant by engaging customers and external suppliers. By doing so, manufacturers can quickly transition to a manufacturing model that results in reduction of inventory, elimination of stock outs and increase in customer satisfaction.

Laksham also provides an example of a major heating and air conditioning company that was having problems with its supply chain: experiencing costly manufacturing shutdowns and interruptions, and resulting in a loss of productivity. After deploying Ultriva's electronic Kanban software, the company is now on target to save $2.5 million dollars in the first year of deployment. He also describes how a lean solution can complement existing ERP or MRP system.

In part two, on the future of American manufacturing, Laksham and Rayment discuss how off-shoring can be more expensive than manufacturing in the U.S. when the additional costs associated with transportation, bigger lot sizes and additional inventory to cover the long lead times are factored in.

"Manufacturing needs to be where the market is," emphasizes Laksham. "The primary reason for off-shoring is to save labor costs which in reality are a small component of the total manufacturing costs. Higher labor costs in the U.S. can be easily offset by lower inventory, quicker customer response and higher quality."

Laksham also outlines the difference between manufacturing in the United States versus in other countries. U.S. manufacturers see the shop floor as a cost center whereas executives in other countries view it as a value center led by energetic, forward-thinking young engineers.

Useful links:

* Part One: website and Narayan Laksham's blog.
* Ultriva Lean Assessment Tool:link
* Ultriva Lean Supply 2-minute videodemo.
* Ultriva Lean Scheduling 2-minute video demo.
* Lean manufacturing white paper

About Better Process Podcast:
The Better Process Podcast is the voice of the small and mid-sized manufacturing firm. Based in Colorado and across the United States via Skype, the Better Process Podcast interviews small and mid-sized manufacturing companies, and the companies that service these companies. Shows are free to download from iTunes (search for Better Process Podcast in iTunes music store) and are available most business days. More information on the show can be found at http://www.BetterProcess.com.

About Ultriva:
Ultriva Inc. designs lean manufacturing software and solutions that drive and execute lean processes across the supply chain, from suppliers to customers. Ultriva's flagship product, Ultriva Electronic Kanban, eliminates stock-outs while reducing inventory levels up to 75 percent. Ultriva Lean Scheduling complements demand-driven replenishment strategies by optimizing production schedules in real time around the most variable customer demand. Ultriva Supplier Replenishment extends the replenishment capabilities of Kanban to include schedule-based replenishment, discrete POs, min/max, consignment and VMI (vendor-managed inventory) replenishment methods. Ultriva's products are in use in more than 100 plants worldwide, incorporating more than 4,000 suppliers, transacting over one billion dollars of inventory and reducing manufacturing costs for industry leaders such as AGCO, Emerson, Ingersoll-Rand, McKesson, Rexnord, and Timken.

Contact:
Tim Cox | ZingPR
(650) 369-7784
tim @ zingpr.com

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LED Signs Now as Low as $59 at AffordableLED.com

While the surging prices of commodities are triggering an instant chain reacting, online wholesale distributors of LED signs, Affordable LED is slashing off prices on their popular LED Signs! Starting from only $59, any business owner can easily own LED signs. What's more, the company is free shipping on all purchases of LED signs!

Rowland Heights, CA (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Every business can now have a highly effective LED sign without spending a fortune and can in fact, be a very wise investment in the long run. Unbelievably, LED signs prices start for as low as $59 at Affordable LED.

AffordableLED.com, an experienced online LED signs wholesaler is a company that not only prides itself in making the most creatively-designed LED signs; but also making sure that all customers get the lowest priced LED sings online. AffordableLED.com can instantly match or even lower any other LED sign maker who claims to have the lowest LED signs price. Now, more than ever, is the best time to invest in LED signs as AffordableLED.com is offering all its LED signs with the lowest price guarantee.

Giving more and more reasons for business owners to invest in LED signs, AffordableLED.com is also offering free shipping (code: "FS880408") on any product purchased on their web store.

As a pioneer and foremost expert in the design and manufacture of LED signs, AffordableLED.com has become a highly respected and admired company. Currently, there are already quite a number of highly-creative LED signs being offered by AffordableLED.com. From the usual coffee and laundry LED signs to ice cream and sushi LED signs, practically anything and everything can be made into a LED sign, depending on what the client needs.

AffordableLED.com is also focused on directing all their marketing efforts to businesses, big and small, to inform them of the instant advantages of LED signs over neon signs. LED signs are not only cheaper to maintain and operate, it also gives the business more flexibility and creativity in terms of designing an effective and visually appealing business signage. Moreover, LED signs consume around 80% less electricity, giving any business owner an instant advantage over neon signs. LED signs also incorporate movement in their designs, making it more interactive and instantaneously catching the attention of every potential customer passing by.

AffordableLED.com also launched a new webpage containing articles on why LED signs are a worthwhile investment. Check out the page from time to time as the company continuously updates it.

About AffordableLED.com
Based in Southern California, AffordableLED.com is the leading manufacturer of indoor and outdoor LED signs. All LED signs are of high quality, produced with cutting edge technology. LED signs can be customized to suit the needs of the clients. All LED signs sold have a 1 year warranty and a lower-than-market price guarantee.

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Hartmann to Attend Premier Fashion Trade Show

Most Influential Decision Makers In Industry To Buy For Spring 2009

Lebanon, Tenn. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 21, 2008 -- Hartmann is proud to announce its participation at MAGIC Marketplace, a prominent international fashion trade event known for its role in developing and launching consumer trends. Celebrating 75 years of influence in the business of fashion, MAGIC will bring thousands of global buyers to The Las Vegas Convention Center and Las Vegas Hilton on August 25-27 to select collections from the world's leading manufacturers. The show's MAGIC MAN is considered the most extensive assortment of today's menswear.

Making its first appearance at MAGIC, Hartmann has been selected to join other iconic luxury brands and high-end retailers for prominent positioning in the White Pavilion. Featuring its updated Tweed™ Collection as well as new Aged Belting Leather business cases and other personal leather goods, Hartmann invites all stores to visit Booth 4217 and see what the renowned company has to offer for spring 2009.

More than 120,000 attendees from 80 countries were on hand to shop from more than 4,000 companies, 5,000 brands and 20,000 product lines at February's MAGIC Marketplace. MAGIC is credited by retailers as being the top resource for discovering new vendors, and 80 percent of the specialty brands featured at MAGIC do not participate in smaller shows.

Hartmann, one of the country's oldest luggage and leather goods manufacturers, is currently celebrating its 130th anniversary. Since 1877, Hartmann has developed, manufactured and marketed the finest luggage and leather goods to meet the travel and business needs of those who appreciate American luxury. Headquartered in Lebanon, Tenn., Hartmann distributes and sells its luggage, business cases, and personal leather accessories in the U.S. and internationally through finer department and specialty luggage stores. Hartmann is owned by Clarion Capital Partners, LLC, a New York-based private equity firm investing in the consumer products, specialty retail, business services, healthcare services, specialty financial services and niche media/entertainment industries. Additional information about Clarion may be found at www.clarion-capital.com. For more information about Hartmann, please visit www.hartmann.com.

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Data-Basics announces 2008 User's Group Meeting for SAM Pro Enterprise Customers

Meeting will take place September 7-9, 2008 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Data-Basics, a leading provider of service management software to the HVAC industry, will be hosting the 2008 User's Group Meeting to help their clients get more out of their SAM Pro Enterprise software. Registration can be done by calling 1-800-837-7574 or by visiting www.databasics.com. All registrations are due by August 29, 2008.

The two-day seminar will take place September 7-9 at the Doubletree in Cleveland the event is open to all companies that use, or have interest in upgrading to, SAM Pro Enterprise. The sessions will cover a variety of topics, including:

* How to get more out of your SAM Pro software utilizing best practices
* How to increase productivity through mobile computing
* Understanding and using the new features in SAM Pro

In addition to these topics, attendees will benefit from the opportunity to exchange knowledge with and network with users in industries that include service and construction, equipment sales and service, facilities maintenance management and national accounts. Also, the event features round table sessions where attendees can interact and discuss the lessons, and make and receive recommendations on getting the most out of the product.

"Last year's meeting was a resounding success, and our largest ever," said Arthur Divell, CEO, Data-Basics. "We feel that this year will provide an even greater learning and networking experience for those that attend."

About Data-Basics:
As a software provider for more than 30 years, Data-Basics has helped hundreds of service, construction and facilities firms streamline and improve their business through technology. The company's software is in use across North America at a variety of businesses, which has provided the company with experience in a wide range of industries and disciplines.

With more than 30 years of experience, Data-Basics provides field service software, work order software, dispatching, and service management software solutions to automate the field service, accounting, service dispatching, and more for service contractors, facilities maintenance and similar industries.

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Nystrom Building Products Acquires Arden Architectural Specialties: 80 Years of Combined Business Expected to Generate Sustainable Growth, new Product Lines

Nystrom Building Products, Brooklyn Park MN, announces the acquisition of Arden Architectural Specialties, Inc., New Brighton MN, effective immediately. Nystrom Building Products is the world's leading direct-to-site provider of complementary building products for the commercial construction industry. Nystrom and Arden Architectural offer complementary lines of products serving the same markets.Nystrom has experienced consistent growth in both domestic and international markets, more than doubling revenues over the past five years. The addition of Arden Architectural is expected to boost growth by another 15%-20%, while expanding the company's overall market reach.

Minneaplois (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Nystrom Building Products, Brooklyn Park MN, announces the acquisition of Arden Architectural Specialties, Inc., New Brighton MN, effective immediately.

Nystrom Building Products is the world's leading direct-to-site provider of complementary building products for the commercial construction industry. Nystrom and Arden Architectural offer complementary lines of products serving the same markets.

Nystrom has experienced consistent growth in both domestic and international markets, more than doubling revenues over the past five years. The addition of Arden Architectural is expected to boost growth by another 15%-20%, while expanding the company's overall market reach.

Nystrom CEO Scott Sustacek describes the acquisition as a good fit in terms of both culture and business objectives.

"Employees at both organizations describe themselves as focused on the customer," Sustacek said. "Nystrom is about quality products, responsiveness and flexibility with our customers. We routinely adapt our products and processes to fit with the way they do business. This acquisition is very much in line with that philosophy and strategy. We look forward to realizing the many synergies that will benefit both our customers and our combined workforce."

According to Arden Architectural founder and president Fred Berndt, "Our employees and customers helped us build this business from scratch, so we've been committed to finding a transition strategy that would honor their efforts and ensure the continued growth of the business. After many discussions over a number of months, we're confident that Nystrom offers the complementary products, expertise and values necessary for us to achieve our objectives."

Nystrom will continue to offer Arden Architectural products and services under the Arden Architectural brand through its network of manufacturers reps. Nystrom's direct sales force will assume responsibility for sales and service in areas not currently serviced by Arden Architectural representatives.

About Nystrom Building Products (www.nystrom.com)
Sixty-year-old Nystrom Building Products, which sells direct to commercial contractors, provides a wide range of products, from architectural louvers to expansion joint covers to fire extinguisher cabinets, for major construction projects on five continents.

Nystrom has become an active participant in "building information modeling," which brings together architects, builders and manufacturers to create detailed, shared working models of both the building and the construction process before a shovel of dirt has been moved. The result is a faster, more efficient building process using "just in time" principles first developed in manufacturing and retail applications.

About Arden Architectural
Twenty-year-old Arden Architectural works closely with architects, engineers and interior designers to design and specify components such as entrance systems, wall protection and stair nosings for use in commercial and institutional building projects.

As an active member of the US Green Building Council and its regional chapter, Arden Architectural has made a significant commitment to achieving sustainability in both its products and its operations.

Contact:
Martin Keller
Introworks

* 612-220-6515

mkeller(at)introworks.net

OR
John McKay
Introworks
(o) 952-288-2732
(c) 612-636-3535
jmckay(at)introworks.net

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Magnalight.com Combines Explosion Proof Paint Spray Booth Fluorescent Lights With Explosion Proof Emergency Lights

In order to meet OSHA's strict requirements for hazardous location lighting as well as the needs of paint spray booth operators, Magnalight.com combines fluroscence with explosion proof qualities that meet OSHA requirements.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- OSHA stipulates that paint spray booths must use "explosion proof lights" that are rated Class 1, Division 1 under UL 844 requirements. Fluorescent lights and emergency lights that meet these explosion proof standards do not create enough heat or spark to cause flammable vapors in Groups C and D to ignite in confined spaces, like paint booths. "Often referred to as intrinsically safe lights, fluorescent lights are popular in paint spray booths because fluorescent lights provide even lighting and more consistent true color," said Rob Bresnahan, President of Larson Electronics' Magnalight.com web sales channel. "While our explosion proof fluorescent lights continue to be popular with oil rigs and aerospace companies as surface mount lights, we have seen more and more paint booth operators working to bring their shops compliant with OSHA requirements. We offer explosion proof fluorescent lights that can be mounted on the ceiling or on carts with wheels. In this way, the operators can either work with overhead lighting or position these hazardous location fluorescent lights to illuminate specific portions of the painted pieces," Rob continued.

"We think we offer one of the best values in the industry. Our explosion proof paint spray booth lights are certified to UL 844 for hazardous locations, UL 595 and 1598 as waterproof lights for marine and saltwater applications and UL 924 which covers the use of these intrinsically safe lights as emergency lights. We have recently added a second ballast to our existing fluorescent fixtures that enables them to operate not only as a work area light in the paint spray booth, but also offer 90 minutes of emergency lighting in the event of power loss. Our explosion proof fluorescent light offers dual duty as a functional work light and an explosion proof emergency light, saving the paint spray booth operator or the oilfield operator money, both in fixtures and installation costs, while meeting all the OSHA requirements for hazardous location lighting. To top it off, we offer these fixtures, made right here in Texas, under $1000 each and usually with less than 2 weeks lead time."

The explosion proof paint spray booth lights are the most recent addition to a growing line of intrinsically safe lights and explosion proof lights designed for oilfield applications and petrochemical plant applications for Magnalight.com. Specialty items include Class 1, Division 1 HID and LED flashlights, 24 inch tank cleaning lights and rail mount lights for hazardous locations. "We really have worked to become a one stop shop for plant maintenance workers, oil field operators, paint spray booth operators and shipyards, who need a variety of explosion proof surface mount and portable lighting," Rob concluded.

You can learn more about Larson Electronics and the full range of explosion proof and intrinsically safe lights at www.magnalight.com or 1-800-369-6671.

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Actronix, Inc. Ranked 4051 in Inc. Magazine's Annual Inc. 5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 71.2 Percent

Ranking comes five years after company turnaround from dire straights.

Flippin, AR (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Actronix, an American manufacturer of highly engineered cable assemblies, wire harnesses and high-level assemblies for industrial consumers based in Flippin, Ark., was ranked 4051 in Inc. Magazine's annual list of the 5000 fastest growing privately held companies in the U.S. The company boasts a three-year sales growth of 71.2 percent. Actronix is one of 13 Arkansas companies to make the list.

Last year marked the debut of the Inc. 5000, an expanded version of the Inc. 500, which has been published every year since 1982. The list profiles the fastest growing private companies in the U.S., as determined by each company's percentage of revenue growth from 2004 to 2007. To qualify for the list, companies must have been founded by the first week of 2004 and demonstrate four full years of revenue.

"Of course, any award or ranking like our inclusion in the Inc. 5000 is a tremendous accomplishment for Actronix," said Tim Grant, CEO and president. "However, making the Inc. 5000 marks a particularly momentous occasion, as five short years ago Actronix was cash poor and faced with potential failure. The fact that we've been able to rejuvenate this once-struggling company to be included in the Inc. Magazine's list of the 5000 fastest growing privately held companies is a source of extreme pride for all 300 members of the Actronix team."

In 2003, Grant joined Actronix and was faced with determining future plans for the company, including potentially closing it. Instead, by utilizing visionary tactics, Grant and his team of seasoned industry professionals saved Actronix from demise, while sustaining jobs in the U.S., elevating quality standards and giving back to the local community. Actronix is now debt free, with cash in the bank and a substantial line of credit to support future growth - all factors that contributed to the company's inclusion in the Inc. 5000.

According to Inc. Magazine, the companies included in the 2008 list comprised roughly $185 billion in revenue in 2007 with a median three-year growth of 147 percent. The companies have employed more than 826,033 people since their inception. Last year, 18 Arkansas companies from a variety of sectors including business services, transportation and logistics made the Inc. 5000 list.

About Actronix, Inc.
Founded 30 years ago in Flippin, Ark., Actronix, Inc. is an American manufacturer of highly-engineered cable assemblies, wiring harnesses and high-level assemblies for industrial consumers. The company specializes in products for a variety of industries including medical, instrumentation, communications and security and defense. In addition to corporate offices and a manufacturing facility in Flippin, Actronix has a second facility in Newport, Ark. Through an innovative partnership with the Arkansas Department of Corrections, this facility is located on the grounds of McPherson Women's Unit. For more information regarding Actronix, Inc., visit www.actronixinc.com.

About Inc.com
Inc.com, the daily resource for entrepreneurs, delivers how-to guides, advice, tools, breaking news, and rich multi-media to help business owners and CEOs start, run, and grow their businesses. Inc.com offers dynamic marketing solutions to help advertisers effectively reach Inc.com's audience of business leaders. Visit http://www.inc.com.

About Inc. 500|Inc. 5000 Conference
Each year, Inc. magazine and Inc.com celebrate the remarkable achievements of today's entrepreneurial superstars -- the privately held small businesses that drive our economy. The Inc. 500|Inc. 5000 Conference brings together members of the Inc. 5000 community--both a new class of Inc. 5000 honorees and the list's alumni--for three days of powerful networking, inspired learning, and momentous celebration. For the first time ever, this powerful networking event is open to all. Please join us September 18-20, 2008 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington, D.C. For more information or to register, visit www.Inc500Conference.com or call 877-211-0489.

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Peter Balbus to be Featured Innovation Expert on American Airlines, Northwest Airlines and Delta Airlines In-flight Audio Programs

Live interview introduces the breakthrough business strategy of "Ownable Distinction - the Antidote to Commodization".

Richardson, TX (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Pragmaxis LLC announced today that its founder and managing director, Peter Balbus, will be a featured guest on the SkyRadio American Innovators in-flight audio program on American Airlines in August and October, and Northwest Airlines and Delta Airlines starting in August and running through December. The program, an interview conducted by SkyRadio host Dennis Michael, features Mr. Balbus explaining the proprietary concept of "Ownable Distinction - the Antidote to Commodization", and how companies of all types and sizes can use the strategy to rapidly achieve and sustain high-margin competitive positioning.

In the interview, Balbus asserts that commodization is a serious threat to virtually all businesses. "Commodization is an erosive competitive condition where it is very difficult for your customers to perceive any meaningful distinction between your products and services and those of your competitors," he said.

He sees commodization occurring in airline travel, automobiles, cell phones, banking, consumer electronics, chemicals, lighting, appliances and many other industries. "If your customers can't perceive any meaningful distinction between your products or services and everyone else's, then they'll almost certainly buy the least expensive one," observes Mr. Balbus. "This leads to lowest cost being the sole basis for competition - a strategy that only the most efficient companies can make work - and usually only at razor-thin margins."

Same Product - Great New Packaging!

Brand extensions and novel packaging are no substitute for real innovation. Ownable Distinction shifts the basis of competition away from cost and towards creating uniqueness that renders the competition largely irrelevant. The core problem is that most companies have been designed with structures, processes and metrics that are not able to effectively address today's fast paced global markets and fierce competitive dynamics that demand real and continuous innovation.

"This is why we see commodization occurring across the board in virtually every industry today", he notes. "It's a sure sign of a systemic failure in companies with their products and services becoming commoditized." The long-term answer to commoditization is true corporate innovation - not just perfunctory makeovers.

Using the innovation techniques of Ownable Distinction, companies are significantly more likely to avoid commoditization and potentially achieve and sustain iconic status within their industries. In his SkyRadio interview, Balbus cites as classic examples the Apple iPod, the reintroduced Volkswagen Beetle and the Motorola RAZR cell phone. But a single iconic product isn't enough to ensure long-term success. Corporate innovation demands a continuous stream of distinctive products over time. Balbus notes, "Of these three companies and their products, only Apple has been able to build on its iconic brand image established with one product and continue to follow-up with similarly iconic products, including the MacBook and iPhone through their systemic product development approach. That's the hallmark of true corporate innovation," he observes.

Mr. Balbus offers 25 years of progressive interim management, management consulting and technology commercialization experience helping organizations define and achieve critical business objectives through the intelligent integration of business and technology strategies. With an educational foundation in chemical engineering and the management of innovation, Mr. Balbus has consistently focused on the commercialization of leading-edge technologies with an emphasis on physical process and materials applications including electronics, nanotechnology, chemicals, energy production, and energy storage and management. He holds a B.S. in chemical engineering from MIT and has completed the executive program in corporate strategy from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business.

Mr. Balbus served as Chairman and President of the MIT Enterprise Forum from 2005-2007 and is currently a founding officer of the Texas Technology Association, an organization for senior business executives that promotes broad-based technology innovation as a core component of regional economic development. He is a popular speaker at industry conferences.

About Pragmaxis LLC

Pragmaxis LLC is an independent management consulting group that specializes in assisting corporations to define and operationalize technology commercialization and new market initiatives. The firm helps clients understand how specific industries are likely to be shaped by technology, competitive and regulatory forces over the next 5-10 years and how these dynamics will create both specific opportunities and risks.

Pragmaxis offers particular expertise in assisting clients to identify especially compelling opportunities and define alternatives for maximizing the value represented by these opportunities through creative yet pragmatic strategic commercialization and market capture approaches. Industries served include aerospace, manufacturing, transportation, plastics and process synthesis, specialty chemicals, energy, lighting, financial services, consumer goods, medical devices, high-tech, electronics and telecommunications.

Please visit us at www.pragmaxis.com.

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Kerk Motion Products Offers VHD Series for High Load Motion Control Applications

Kerk Motion Products, one of the world's premier manufacturers of non-ball lead screws offers its VHD Series, ideal for eliminating drag and wear associated with high pre-load forces. The VHD Series is ideal for OEMs in a variety of industries.

Hollis, NH (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- Kerk Motion Products, Inc., one of the world's premier manufacturers of non-ball lead screws, offers its VHD Series, ideal for eliminating drag and wear associated with high pre-load forces. The Kerk VHD Series anti-backlash Assembly provides the maximum load-carrying capability and the highest axial stiffness of any Kerk nut Assembly.

Designed for smooth, quiet operation and long life, the VHD Assembly provides low drag torque by making use of the patented Kerk AXIAL TAKE-UP MECHANISM, creating a stiff spacer which will continually expand to accommodate the wear which occurs during use.

-- In addition to wear compensation capabilities, a Kerk VHD Screw provides less axial bi-directional compliance

The self-lubricating Kerk VHD Series Assembly is also instrumental in combating environmental and noise reduction challenges, as encountered in the packaging industry. Since airborne paper dust is regularly generated in the cartoning and case packing area, almost everything eventually gets covered in a light layer of dust. However, the VHD Screw does not require grease to operate, and therefore reduces noise and dust in the workplace.

-- The VHD Series Assembly is ideal for work with long and finer lead Screws

Accuracy, reliability, and load rating make the Kerk VHD Series Assembly a popular replacement for ball Screws. Available leads from 1.27mm/.050" to 92mm/3.6" and lengths up to 4m/160" cover a range unmatched by ball Screws. VHD Series Screws are 303 stainless steel, with Kerk's custom Kerkote® TFE extended life coating optional. Assemblies are available cut-to-length or with Screws machined to your requirements.

For more information on Kerk's VHD Series anti-backlash Assembly for high load motion control applications, please visit http://www.kerkmotion.com/pdf/kerk-leadscrews.pdf.

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

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Complete Line of Security Storage and Transport Equipment from Eagle MHC

Eagle MHC's new comprehensive line of full-size and mini security storage and transport units, allowing for safe storage of valuable materials and items subject to pilferage.

Clayton, Del. (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 20, 2008 -- Eagle MHC offers a comprehensive line of full-size and mini security storage and transport units, allowing for safe storage of valuable materials and items subject to pilferage. The heavy-gauge open-wire construction allows for easy viewing of contents for security and inventory control checks.

Among the items offered are full-size security units in a variety of sizes which are available in stationary, mobile and dolly truck models. Optional shelves are offered for versatility, including Eagle's patented Add-A-Shelf® design that allows for the effortless addition or removal of shelving without disassembling the entire security unit. Choose from chrome, Eaglegard® green epoxy finish or stainless steel for long-life durability.

Mini-security units 40" high in four separate dimensions are also available, featuring chrome finish with optional shelves.

For more information on security storage and transport equipment from Eagle MHC, contact Lynda Donavon. Tel. (800) 441-8440 or (302) 653-3000.
Web site: www.eaglegrp.com.

Contact Information:
Lynda Donovan
(800) 637-5100 or (302) 653-3000 - Ext. 3027
customerservice @ eaglegrp.com

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American Tire Corporation Acquired Large Land for New Plant

American Tire Corporation has acquired large land for its new plant which is much bigger than any single manufacturing land owned by any of other OTR tire manufacturers in the world.

Chino, CA (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- American Tire Corporation (ATC) is pleased to announce that it has successfully purchased a large parcel of land for one of its new plants in Washington.

This parcel of land is as large as 22,605,000 square feet (around 2,100,000 square meters). Although it is much bigger than any single manufacturing land owned by any of other OTR tire manufacturers in the world, ATC is going to acquire another big parcel of land with the similar size to support its long-term development in the OTR tire industry.

The key constructions on this parcel of land will be done in several months. All related preparations for production are currently on schedule. Various cooperation and business from different companies and investors are under going.

With the objective to become the largest and best manufacturer for 63" and 57" tires, American Tire Corporation is a US government-supported OTR tire manufacturer with operations in different US states and other countries. ATC has created several "firsts" in the OTR tire industry. For more information, please check its website http://www.americantire.us.

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NDIA Homeland Security Symposium to Host McCain and Obama Representatives

Speakers from the leading Presidential campaigns, Congress, the Administration, and other opinion leaders will convene in Washington, DC on September 9th-10th to share their views about future homeland security policies and programs. Full details of the 2008 Homeland Security Symposium and Exhibition may be viewed at www.NDIA.org/meetings/8490.

Arlington, VA (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- Speakers from the leading Presidential campaigns, Congress, the Administration, and other opinion leaders will convene in Washington, DC on September 9th-10th to share their views about future homeland security policies and programs. Full details of the 2008 Homeland Security Symposium and Exhibition may be viewed at www.NDIA.org/meetings/8490.

As a change in Administrations approaches, NDIA's Homeland Security Division has assembled a robust agenda under the theme of "New Directions In Homeland Security," and packed it with influential speakers.

Highlighting this year's symposium will be a Presidential Candidates' Vision for "New Directions in Homeland Security" Panel with Former Secretary of the Navy John Lehman presenting the McCain campaign vision and Special Advisor on Homeland Security, Ruchi Bhowmik presenting the vision of the Obama campaign.

Symposium content will include Congressional perspectives, DHS procurement outlook, small business opportunities, infrastructure protection, immigration policy and implementation, and preparedness and disaster response segments featuring top level officials from Congress, DHS, and FEMA.

The Symposium, to be held in Arlington, VA, will include an exhibition of homeland security related technologies products, services and technologies.

Featured Speakers will include:

* Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. House of Representatives

* Congressman Dan Lungren (R-CA)- Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure Protection, Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. House of Representatives

* Mr. Robert Stephan, Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection, DHS

* Mr. Bruce Davidson, Deputy Director, Office of SAFETY Act Implementation, DHS

* Mr. Thomas A. Cellucci- Chief Commercialization Officer, DHS

* Mr. Thomas Essig, Chief Procurement Officer, DHS

* Mr. Kevin Boshears, Director, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, DHS

"With the level of speakers this symposium has attracted, it is shaping up to be a real 'who's who' of Homeland Security," said NDIA Vice President of Operations, Barry Bates. "Providing industry with the information it needs to shape its business strategy to support DHS requirements is a key component of our mission, and it's even more important to provide the full spectrum of possibilities in an election year."

In addition to providing industry with business intelligence for the future directions of Homeland Security policy, programs and procurement objectives, the symposium will also offer provide Government homeland security professionals the opportunity to visit a broad array of industry product and service exhibits.

"This is a critical year for businesses to gather as much intelligence as possible to be able to position products, services and overall capabilities in a manner that best serves the needs of the incoming administration and the future of the Department of Homeland Security," Said Bob Kelly of Centauri Solutions and NDIA's Homeland Security Division Chairman.

About the NDIA Homeland Security Division:
The Homeland Security Division focuses on the protection and security of the assets, information, facilities, and resources of the government, military, and private sector organizations which comprise the technological, military, and industrial infrastructure of the United States. The Division provides input and advice to a wide range of agencies and departments of federal, state, and local governments, and to commercial, industrial, and academic institutions.

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American Precision Prototyping Hires Director of Sales / Account Management

New Director of Sales to assist with increasing sales and customer satisfaction.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) August 20, 2008 -- American Precision Prototyping, LLC. (APP), an industry-leading service bureau that provides fast, high-quality Rapid Prototype and Rapid Manufactured parts announced today the addition of Joey Florez to the APP team.

Mr. Florez comes to APP with over 12 years experience in sales and customer service at the management level and will be managing the sales / account management department. Mr. Florez has a proven record of increasing sales and possesses exemplary management skills both of which will greatly benefit the current sales staff and the APP customers.

"We are very excited to have Mr. Florez on the team", stated Jason Dickman, President of APP. "He is an energetic, focused individual with the desire and commitment to take the APP sales department to the next level", continued Dickman.

"I am excited to be with a fast growing, forward moving company like APP", stated Mr. Florez. "APP has the best customer service / sales team and leadership in the industry. Their commitment to continuous improvement coupled with my experience will ensure we remain a top notch team providing the best customer service in the industry", continued Florez.

About American Precision Prototyping, LLC.
American Precision Prototyping, LLC (APP), a privately held services company located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is the premier rapid prototyping and manufacturing facility in the Midwest. APP sets itself apart from other digital manufacturing facilities by offering free, instant online quoting 24/7, complete project solutions from design to production utilizing the latest equipment and materials in-house, providing unsurpassed customer service, and offering their customers a 100% quality guarantee. "Instant Quotes, Quality Parts"
More information on the company is available at www.approto.com.

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Powder-Solution's BFM™ Fitting Dramatically Reduces Safety Risks in Bulk Powder Manufactures and Consumers

Traditional hose clamps used in bulk powder processing can create poor air quality and cross contamination in foods.

Chanhassen,MN (PRWEB) August 19, 2008 -- www.powder-solutions.com - Powder-Solutions, Inc., American distributors of the USDA accepted/3A certified BFM™ fitting, is helping to diminish cross contamination and chronic powder leakage that is associated with typical hose clamps and flex sleeves used in bulk powder processing.

"Today's bulk powder processors know that hose clamps can be difficult to fit. This improper fitting can cause powder to leak into the atmosphere, creating potentially hazardous air quality conditions. Additionally, sloppy fit can contribute to product build-up and cross contamination" states Marv Deam CEO of Powder-Solutions, Inc. "We are proud to offer the BFM™ fitting to bulk powder processors in an effort to reduce these problems"

Cross contamination can lead to illnesses in consumers and recalls of bulk powder products, ultimately contributing to huge liability costs for manufacturers and processors.

In an effort to eliminate these sanitation and safety risks, bulk powder processors nationwide are now working with Powder-Solutions, Inc. to incorporate the BFM™ fitting in their plants.

By providing a perfectly sealed and crevice free fit, the BFM™ fitting helps avoid cross contamination of products. The positive seal eliminates product leakage and improves plant air quality. The snap-in tool free replacement process ensures a perfect fit every time.

"Flat out, the BFM™ fit