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September 30, 2008

DuPont Marks Growth in Emerging Market of Romania, Central Europe

As a result of the company’s emerging markets growth strategy, DuPont has nearly doubled its revenue in Romania since opening its first office in Bucharest in 2005 and now has 20 locations across Central Europe.

Bucharest, Romania (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 –- As a result of the company’s emerging markets growth strategy, DuPont has nearly doubled its revenue in Romania since opening its first office in Bucharest in 2005 and now has 20 locations across Central Europe.

DuPont’s presence has expanded significantly in Central Europe in recent years, with new locations established in Sofia, Bulgaria and Belgrade, Serbia, last year. DuPont’s Romania headquarters were moved to a new location this month after outgrowing its original quarters.

“Although DuPont has been present in Romania for more than 30 years, we are focusing on the rapidly expanding economies in central and eastern Europe,” said Ian Hudson, president – DuPont Europe, Middle East and Africa. “We bring a diversified suite of innovative solutions that addresses Romania’s growing industries including the agriculture, automotive, energy and construction segments.”

DuPont is a leader in Romania’s agricultural development. The company’s Pioneer Hi-Bred business built one of the world’s most advanced corn and sunflower seed production facilities at Ganeasa, near Bucharest – a $26 million (USD) investment. DuPont also offers a wide range of crop protection products to Romanian farmers.

Romania’s automotive industry is a particularly robust example of the country’s growth. With a growing consumer demand for automobiles, Romania has attracted automotive manufacturers and their suppliers to capitalize on the market growth, in addition to a highly qualified labor pool.

DuPont provides more than 100 products – including advanced materials and coatings to the Romanian automotive OEM market for vehicle interiors, exteriors and engine components. A mobile, interactive exhibit showcasing the DuPont offering called, “The DuPont Automotive Road Show,” is touring Romania in October with stops in Timisoara and Pitesti.

In the automotive aftermarket, DuPont coatings are marketed under the DuPont Refinish, Standox and Spies Hecker brands. The products are used across Romania in collision repair shops and automobile dealerships.

The company also expects to see rapid growth in Romania’s construction market in coming years with a range of products aimed at improving energy efficiency, safety and comfort.

DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.

Forward-Looking Statements: This news release contains forward-looking statements based on management’s current expectations, estimates and projections. All statements that address expectations or projections about the future, including statements about the company’s strategy for growth, product development, market position, expected expenditures and financial results are forward-looking statements. Some of the forward-looking statements may be identified by words like “expects,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “intends,” “projects,” “indicates,” and similar expressions. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors, including those discussed more fully elsewhere in this release and in DuPont’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly its latest annual report on Form 10-K, as well as others, could cause results to differ materially from those stated. These factors include, but are not limited to changes in the laws, regulations, policies and economic conditions of countries in which the company does business; competitive pressures; successful integration of structural changes, including acquisitions, divestitures and alliances; research and development of new products, including regulatory approval and market acceptance, and seasonality of sales of agricultural products.

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U.S. Chamber Accepting Nominations for 2009 Small Business of the Year

Today the U.S. Chamber of Commerce began accepting nominations and applications for the 2009 America's Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club.

Washington, D.C. (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- Today the U.S. Chamber of Commerce began accepting nominations and applications for the 2009 America's Small Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Sam's Club. The awards program recognizes organizations demonstrating excellence in key areas including customer service, staff development, community involvement, and financial performance. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to support small businesses in their community by submitting nominations on their behalf.

"Being a U.S. Chamber award-winner has opened doors for us and helped us to grow. We can recommend the process to any company that wants to be recognized and seek to learn and grow along the way," said Chris Mammen, M3 Glass Technologies, 2008 Regional Finalist.

The 2009 awards program timeline is as follows.

* January 5, 2009 - Nominations due
* February 2, 2009 - Applications due
* March 2, 2009 - Blue Ribbon Small Business Award winners announced
* March 16, 2009 - Regional finalists (7) announced
* May 11-13, 2009 - America's Small Business Summit 2009

The 2009 Small Business of the Year Award winner will be announced at the May 12 awards luncheon at the Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel. Reserve your seat at America's Small Business Summit 2009 today.

The U.S. Chamber is the world's largest business federation representing more than 3 million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region.

Trula Tener
summit(at)uschamber.com
202-778-2429

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Next Generation Logistics, Inc. Named Top 50 3PL Provider

Where Services and Technology Meet

Inverness, IL (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- Next Generation Logistics, Inc., a leading provider of managed freight services, TMS software, and supply chain consulting announced today it is named to the Food Logistics Top 50 3PL providers. The Top 50 3PL is a listing of third-party logistics providers that are helping food, beverage and CPG companies gain a competitive logistical advantage. Food Logistics goal with the Top 50 3PL listing is to highlight a broad range of 3PL services targeted at the food industry, addressing the needs of companies of varying sizes that make up the food supply chain.

“Next Generation Logistics, Inc. has successfully managed to provide a unique blend of services and TMS software, leveraging our expertise with sophisticated technology to ensure our clients freight spend remains low and service levels high,” said Paul Pultorak, Vice President, Supply Chain Operations. “Our services plus software model enables clients to have better visibility and access to detailed information that they ordinarily wouldn’t have in house, we’re extremely honored to have this recognition” says Pultorak.

About Food Logistics

Food Logistics is the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product throughout all channels of the supply chain. Food Logistics serves the information needs of food, beverage and consumer packaged goods executives involved in warehousing, transportation and information technology, as well as third-party and refrigerated service providers. Through our print and online products, we provide news; trends and best practices that help more than 25,000 grocery and foodservice suppliers, distributors and retailers make better business decisions. www.foodlogistics.com.

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

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Remsoft Provides First Look at New Analytics Technology

User group members meeting in September viewed new collaborative tools before official launch.

Fredericton, New Brunswick (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- Remsoft, developer of industry-leading advanced analytics software for optimizing complex planning tasks, unveiled its newest software aimed at collaboration and at shared intelligence resulting in better decision-making. Existing Remsoft clients from across North America and Brazil were given a sneak peak and demonstration during a user group meeting in September hosted by the company at its Fredericton headquarters. The newest addition to Remsoft's flagship software suite wraps the intelligence of the linear programming (LP) solution into straight-forward, task focused applications for non experts to work with and provide feedback. Now, technology and operations personnel of companies across a broad business spectrum can rely on collaborative advanced analytics that include more people in decision making and implementation processes.

"Our software allows people to build mathematical LP representation of their models based on their assets and calculate the optimal course of action. The assets can be just about anything, from tracts of land, roads and bridges and carbon emissions credits to manufactured items," said Andrea Feunekes, co-founder and co-CEO of Remsoft, Inc. "Now, we have added the ability to collaborate with teams and communicate the results to a broad spectrum of audiences. Collaboration is important for analysts, because it allows them to communicate their findings with others, which enables companies to involve more people in the decision making process."

Jay Cunningham, P.Eng. Assistant Director, Planning and Land Management Branch, New Brunswick Department of Transportation, attended Remsoft's user group meeting and viewed the Remsoft Analytics demonstration. He said, "Remsoft's newest software solution is a logical and very powerful next step in the development of our highway infrastructure Asset Management Business Framework (AMBF). The Remsoft software has enabled the Department to run what-if scenarios and effectively predict the consequences and results as it relates to our infrastructure strategic goals and objectives in both the short and long term. Now, we can strengthen our collaboration with all stakeholders and effectively communicate our findings in ways that even non-technical team members can understand and utilize."

Remsoft software performs analyses far beyond basic business intelligence. It provides decision support and guidance aimed at identifying the best and most profitable strategies, and it provides action plans for enterprises. The software allows users to run what-if scenarios and test tradeoffs among multiple assets to represent unique business or planning challenges. The new, compiled model format and analytics technology, extends this capability throughout an organization without requiring extensive training and modeling experience.

About Remsoft
For nearly two decades, Remsoft has built its success on a combination of developing innovative and creative solutions, plus an overriding commitment to quality and unsurpassed service to its clients. Established in 1992 with a handful of clients, Remsoft software is now considered the standard in the resource management industry with more than 120 clients on five continents.

Remsoft software applications are used in diverse industry sectors. The strength of its software lies in its flexibility. Remsoft Analytics is used in carbon sequestration, infrastructure management, resource allocation & scheduling, valuation & investment planning, biodiversity, soil and water quality management, logistics & manufacturing optimization, certification & compliance, maintenance repair & overhaul, and asset management.

For additional information, go to www.remsoft.com or call 800-792-9468.

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EMEA and Nordic Scala Partners and Key Clients Convene for the Annual Scala Connected Signage Conference

Scala will bring together Scala Partners and key clients from the EMEA and Nordic regions for the annual Scala Connected Signage Conference on October 8 - 9, 2008 at the NH Leeuwenhorst in Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands (near Schiphol Airport).

Maastricht, The Netherlands (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- Scala, the leading provider of end-to-end solutions for the connected signage market, today announced it will bring together Scala Partners and key clients from the EMEA and Nordic regions for the annual Scala Connected Signage Conference on October 8 - 9, 2008 at the NH Leeuwenhorst in Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands (near Schiphol Airport).

The Scala Connected Conference is a business forum for Scala Partners to exchange ideas and network with industry leaders and peers throughout the EMEA and Nordic regions. Attendees from all backgrounds will be able to join valuable presentations and sessions available on leading-edge topics, as well as to enjoy the unique opportunity of face-to-face time with Scala team members and partners to discuss and plan strategic projects.

"This year we are reformatting the agenda a bit to ensure that attendees from EMEA and Nordic regions get the most value out of the conference. We are offering more than 20 interactive sessions with tracks to suit everyone," says Truls Baklid Vice President of Scala Nordic.

This year the conference will include sessions and demonstrations specific to Ad Manager (formerly Charting Pro), a new product family that reinforces the Scala Connected Signage platform.

"This has been an exciting year for Scala in so many ways and we look forward to sharing that excitement with our partners and customers," says Oscar Elizaga, Vice President of EMEA for Scala. "Scala has significantly expanded its operations over the past year including the acquisition of MISC, now Scala Canada, and the integration of our new Scala Connected Signage platform. This year's conference will serve to inform our strategic clients and prepare our Scala Partners for an exciting year in 2009."

Special thanks go to Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. for being the screen sponsor for the conference. Their 15 screens will provide a visual communications media for everyone during the event.

The conference will also feature an industry partner exhibition area. Partners who have signed up as exhibitors include:
Sanyo Fisher
Venco Electronics
BlueFox
NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.
Blue Chip Technology
Panasonic
AOpen
LG Electronics
Vogels Professional
MediaVue Systems
DDS Poland
Vivotel
Matrox Graphics

About Scala
Scala is a leading global provider of digital signage and advertising management solutions. By combining digital and traditional signage systems, Scala has become the world's first connected signage company, offering the leading platform for content creation, management and distribution in digital signage networks, and the first unified platform for advertising management of both traditional and digital signage networks. The company's solutions are used in retail, education, entertainment, government and other industries for diverse applications such as retail advertising networks, corporate communications (employee TV), traditional and digital billboards, digital menu boards, digital posters, cable TV, hotel lobby signage, gas pump toppers, outdoor advertising, interactive kiosks, etc. Scala pioneered the digital signage industry and today drives over 200,000 screens worldwide; more screens than all competitors combined. The company's digital signage customers include Rabobank, IKEA, Burger King, T-Mobile, Virgin MegaStore, EuroDisney, McDonalds, Warner Brothers, The Life Channel, Rikstoto, FuelCast, Repsol, Shell, NorgesGruppen and thousands more. Advertising management customers include CBS Outdoor, Clear Channel Outdoor, Magic Media, Reagan, Adams Outdoor Advertising, among others. Scala is headquartered near Philadelphia, USA and has subsidiaries in Canada, Netherlands, France, Norway, Japan and also over 450 partners in more than 60 countries. More information is available at www.scala.com .

©2008 Scala, Inc. 350 Eagleview Blvd. Exton, PA 19341. Scala, InfoChannel, and the Exclamation Point Logo are registered trademarks of Scala, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective organizations.

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QlikTech Names William Sorenson CFO

Accomplished senior executive and CFO brings 25 years of financial and operational leadership experience to QlikTech.

Radnor, PA (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- QlikTech, the world's fastest-growing Business Intelligence (BI) software vendor, has appointed William Sorenson as Chief Financial Officer of QlikTech Inc. Sorenson brings a broad base of financial and operational experience and a proven track record of enhancing operating performance through process improvement, cost control, acquisitions and new business development.

During the past 10 years, Sorenson has served as CFO at world leading companies in the technology, media, entertainment and mobile telecom industries, both domestic and international, ranging in size from multi-billion dollars in revenue to start-ups. As CFO at both SavaJe Technologies and Firebrand, Sorenson helped launch new products and managed all day-to-day operations, including finance, professional services, human resources and legal, as well as shareholder/board management. At EMI Music Publishing, the largest music publisher in the world, he helped improve operating results and profitability through a companywide expense reduction program and developed a mobile music initiative in order to increase revenues. Prior to that, Sorenson held senior leadership positions within Bertelsmann AG and at The News Corporation Ltd., where he was involved with the company's capital market efforts around the world, raising over $15 billion in long-term securities, including the Fox Entertainment IPO.

"I am excited to join QlikTech as CFO," said Sorenson. "I look forward to working closely with the entire management team to sustain the company's phenomenal growth rate, drive operational efficiency and further strengthen the company's position as a leading technology innovator in the business analysis and intelligence market around the world."

QlikTech is outpacing the growth of every other BI software vendor by delighting customers with simple software in a market that has been used to complex "solutions" from traditional players. Its 2007 worldwide revenues were $80.0 million, an 80% increase over the previous year and the third year in a row with 75% or greater growth. QlikTech adds 12 new customers every working day.

QlikTech's award-winning business analysis solution QlikView, works the way your mind works to connect related data from many sources, using patented, next-generation association technology. Information can then be explored intuitively and visually - with drill-down detail in a few clicks - delivering accurate answers and better insights.

"Bill's deep experience in finance and operations, in conjunction with his diverse background in business leadership, makes him the ideal candidate to serve as CFO," said Lars Björk, CEO of QlikTech. "We are looking forward to his contribution to QlikTech's future success as we continue to drive innovation and expand our reach."

About QlikTech
QlikTech's flagship product, QlikView, simplifies analysis for everyone. QlikView works the way your mind works - making associations by connecting data from many sources in a few clicks. This patented in-memory association technology brings fast results and better decision making to a wide range of customers and industries. QlikView is intuitive to learn, simple to modify and can be deployed in less than a week.

Named the world's fastest-growing Business Intelligence software vendor by IDC, QlikTech has approximately 9,500 customers in 87 countries and more than 500 partners worldwide. QlikTech was founded in Lund, Sweden and is headquartered in Radnor, PA (USA) with direct operations throughout Europe and the Americas. QlikTech offers a fully functional, free trial of QlikView and a 30-day money-back guarantee. For more information, please visit www.qlikview.com or subscribe to the QlikView XML RSS Feed.

QlikTech and QlikView are trademarks or registered trademarks of QlikTech International AB. Other company names, product names and company logos mentioned herein are the trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Contact: Estera Hayes, Full Circle Communications
Phone: +1 610 517 6404; Skype: estera_hayes

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Mt. Clemens Crane Launches Redesigned Website

New Site Aims to Increase Sales Outside of Michigan and Provide Customers with Unparalleled Industry Information

HARRISON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- Mt. Clemens Crane, an industry leading crane engineering and service company is proud to announce the launch of their newly re-designed website http://www.McCrane.com.

For over 35 years, Mt. Clemens Crane has been serving Southeastern Michigan companies in need of crane solutions. The new website better reflects the depth of experience, products, and services that Mt. Clemens Crane can provide its customers.

Charles Albright, President of Mt. Clemens Crane said, "The website was redesigned for three reasons; First, we were looking for a way to expand our market outside of Michigan, so we developed a shopping cart environment. Second, we needed to expand the level of information available on our capabilities. And finally, we wanted customers to find accurate and complete product information quickly that will translate into additional sales." Albright finished by saying, "There are very few competitors that offer as much detail to the consumer as this website offers."

The e-commerce area of the website currently sells Demag and Harrington Chain Hoists. The chain hoists are sold at competitive prices with free shipping. The company plans to add additional products in the future.

To help the customer to find accurate and complete information on Mt. Clemens products and services, visitors can request pricing of special crane needs via a questionnaire. Detailed standard crane product information dimensions and specifications can be found on the individual product pages.

About Mt. Clemens Crane

Mt. Clemens Crane's experience extends through the all stages of sales, engineering, crane fabrication, crane installation and outstanding service. They are an ISO 9001:2000 registered company.

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Analog Devices’ Programmable Clock Generators Simplify System Design and Reduce Clocking Component Count

ADI’s AD9520/2 multi-output clock generators deliver a high-quality clock signal and flexible outputs, while on-chip memory reduces system start-up programming requirements.

NORWOOD, Mass. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a world leader in semiconductors for signal processing applications, today introduced a pair of clock-generation and distribution ICs with the industry’s best combination of device integration, low-noise, low-jitter performance and signal output flexibility. The AD9520 and AD9522 multi-output clock generators include a 512-byte embedded EEPROM memory block, affording system engineers a programmable clock solution that can serve as both the source and system clock. By programming their own specific set of output conditions using the on-chip memory, designers can easily configure the AD9520/2 as the source clock to ensure initial processing functions are synchronized when the system is powered on or reset. Competing clock ICs require a separate source clock, which must be independently matched to the system processor or microcontroller in order to program the system clock chip, adding component count, cost and complexity to network line cards, wireless and broadband infrastructure, medical imaging, and data converter clocking designs.

”Outstanding jitter performance was the primary reason TruePosition chose the AD9520 for use in our third-generation wireless location measurement unit,” said Alan Larrabee, vice president of research and development for TruePosition. “The AD9520 has a versatile multiple output architecture, integrated PLL, and on chip EEPROM, which provide an elegant solution for sampling clock generation and distribution.”

In addition to the on-chip EEPROM and PLL (phase-locked loop), the AD9520/2 integrates dividers, fanout buffers, and a VCO (voltage-controlled oscillator) that tunes from 1.4 GHz to 2.95 GHz. An external 3.3-V/5-V VCO/VCXO (voltage-controlled crystal oscillator) of up to 2.4 GHz also can be used. The PLL/VCO clock-generation circuitry boasts industry leading phase noise of -150dBc/Hz at a 10 kHz offset on a 200-MHz clock signal, while the clock distribution fanout channels feature ultra-low wideband jitter performance of 225 femtoseconds.

Two reference inputs allow glitch-free switchover for applications requiring redundant references, while a PLL holdover mode maintains the output frequency in the event of a lost reference signal. Zero delay operation is available to ensure precise phase alignment between inputs and outputs. The AD9520 offers 12 differential LVPECL (low-voltage positive emitter-coupled logic) outputs in four groups, each with a 1 to 32 divider and phase delay. The AD9522 includes 12 differential LVDS (low-voltage differential signaling) outputs. Both devices alternatively offer up to 24 single-ended CMOS output configurations up to 250 MHz.

Availability and Pricing

The AD9520 is available now in production quantities. The AD9522 is available for sampling and will be released in October. The AD9520 and AD9522 come in a 64-lead LFCSP (lead-frame chip-scale package) and are priced at $12.65 per unit in 1,000-unit quantities. For more information, visit http://www.analog.com/pr/clockgenerators.

About TruePosition

TruePosition (http://www.trueposition.com) is one of the world's leading providers of complete, wireless location solutions for the personal and public safety and government security markets. The company's high-performance, turnkey and managed solutions include positioning technologies, applications, integration services, and technical support. These solutions meet demanding location requirements, including U.S. E-911 and other emergency calling directives worldwide. TruePosition subsidiaries include Useful Networks, a location aggregator, and Zoombak, a consumer applications developer. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in the Philadelphia, PA (USA) area, TruePosition is owned by Liberty Media Corporation.

About Analog Devices

Innovation, performance, and excellence are the cultural pillars on which Analog Devices has built one of the most long-standing, high-growth companies within the technology sector. Acknowledged industry-wide as the world leader in data conversion and signal conditioning technology, Analog Devices serves over 60,000 customers around the world, representing virtually all types of electronics equipment. Celebrating more than 40 years as a leading global manufacturer of high-performance integrated circuits used in analog and digital signal processing applications, Analog Devices, Inc. is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, and employs approximately 8,900 people worldwide. It has manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, California, North Carolina, Ireland, and the Philippines. Analog Devices’ common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and ADI is included in the S&P 500 Index. http://www.analog.com.

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Medical Device Producers Express Interest in Purolator USA’s Express Service and Customer Service

Purolator USA’s flexibility has made it a “carrier of choice” for many in the medical device industry.

Jericho, NY (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- All medical devices share a critical need regardless of their complexity or purpose. They need to move quickly and accurately through the supply chain. For medical devices traveling to cross border destinations, the supply chain can be even more vexing, since most devices incur additional regulatory oversight. Purolator USA has established regulatory solutions that are used for medical devices traveling between the U.S. and Canada, along with express delivery options and customized logistics plans. Purolator USA’s flexibility has made it a “carrier of choice” for many in the medical device industry.

The U.S. medical device industry generated revenues in excess of $75 billion during 2006, and there is a strong market for U.S.-produced devices around the world. In Canada alone, U.S.-produced devices account for more than half of that country’s medical device imports.

“Transporting medical devices involves a wide range of shipping and regulatory requirements that are unique to this industry,” says Purolator USA President, John Costanzo. “While every product crossing the border is subject to specific regulatory and compliance issues, medical devices must comply with a whole separate category of mandates. This is in addition to the unique shipping needs of many devices, ranging from temperature control to fragility to critical delivery deadlines.”

Purolator USA offers medical device businesses an exceptionally high degree of customer service, as well as expertise in navigating all cross border regulatory issues. “That’s what we’re really known for,” says Costanzo. “Every Purolator USA customer works with a ‘client relations representative’ whose sole responsibility is to understand their account’s business inside and out, and works with a logistics expert to develop a logistics plan that meets each customer’s unique needs.”

In addition to expertise in navigating regulatory hurdles, Purolator USA offers several solutions with regard to delivery options within Canada and the United States. “We have access to deep distribution networks within each country, which is a huge benefit for customers, especially for a manufacturer who must reach a customer in the northern regions of Canada, which are quite remote,” Costanzo says.

“Purolator’s distribution networks run much deeper within Canada than most logistics providers, enabling Purolator to bring medical devices across the border, bypassing time consuming stops at distribution centers, and deliver the products to their final destination with minimal delay,” he added.

The U.S. medical device industry is projected to grow by as much as nine percent annually for the next five years. As such, the need will also grow for logistics providers who are experienced in the unique needs of transporting medical devices.
Manufacturers interested in learning more about Purolator USA’s capabilities should visit www.purolatorusa.com.

About Purolator USA
Purolator USA, Inc. is a subsidiary of Purolator Courier Ltd, Canada’s largest integrated distribution services company. Purolator USA specializes in the air and surface forwarding of small packages and freight shipments, customs brokerage and delivery to, from and within the North American market.

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World’s Largest Sewing Machine Manufacturer—SVP WORLDWIDE—Plans to Increase Prices Globally on Its SINGER®, HUSQVARNA VIKING® and PFAFF® Product Portfolio

HAMILTON, Bermuda (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 29, 2008 -- Today SVP Worldwide, owner of SINGER®, HUSQVARNA VIKING®, and PFAFF® sewing machine brands, announced it will increase prices on a global basis across the majority of its product portfolio and after sales products. Price increases will range between 5-10% on lower-priced products and between 3-5% on higher-priced products. Specifics will vary on a country-by-country and product-by-product basis.

“SVP Worldwide, like many global manufacturers, has been hit with significant cost increases ranging from energy to raw materials, packaging to transportation, and labor to currency exchange pressures,” said Don Fletcher, CEO of SVP Worldwide. “These pressures have reached a point where internal cost and expense control initiatives can no longer offset these escalating costs.”

Doing business in over 190 countries, the SINGER, HUSQVARNA VIKING and PFAFF mechanical, computerized, and embroidery machines and after sales products will experience a price increase.

“SVP Worldwide is proactively working with suppliers, monitoring the industry, and examining all expenditures to minimize costs for sewers around the world,” said Brad Hunsaker, Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing for SVP Worldwide. “The entire SVP Worldwide family remains committed to deliver outstanding value and quality to its customers, dedicated partners and loyal sewers.”

Price increases will be implemented effective January 1, 2009.

About SVP Worldwide®

SVP Worldwide, a global company headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda and doing business through its affiliated companies in over 190 countries, specializes in the design, manufacture and sale of high quality household sewing machines and related products under the SINGER, HUSQVARNA VIKING, and PFAFF brand names. For more information about the Company and the company’s brands view the following websites: www.svpworldwide.com, www.singer.com, www.husqvarnaviking.com, www.pfaff.com, www.myembroideries.com, and www.sewingideas.com.

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RFID Journal to Host Webinar on Tagging Sellable Units

The world's leading source of information about radio frequency identification and its business applications will host a free webinar on how to tag sellable units cost effectively.

(PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- RFID Journal, world's leading source of RFID information, will host a free Webinar on Oct. 1, at 2 pm EST, on how to tag sellable units cost effectively. The session will be presented by Mark Roberti, RFID Journal's founder and editor, and is aimed at suppliers of Sam's Club and others interested in understanding how to integrate RFID into their supply chain.

Title: How Sam's Club Suppliers Can Tag Sellable Units Cost-Effectively
Date: Oct. 1, 2008
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Register at: http://www.rfidjournal.com/webinar

To help Sam Club's suppliers save time and money--and reap benefits from the tagging requirements--RFID Journal has produced The Complete Guide to Meeting Sam's Club's EPC RFID Tagging Requirements. In this webinar, RFID Journal editor Mark Roberti will present highlights from the in-depth guide-- walking Sam's Club suppliers through the steps they must take to tag sellable units cost-effectively.

Sam's Club suppliers will learn how to:

* Evaluate products and business processes to determine the right place to tag within their operations
* Choose the right tagging approach based on a particular product, process and company strategy
* Build an IT integration strategy that supports how and when tags will be applied
* Create a rollout plan that can start with a simple "slap-and-ship" approach and progress, as needed, to a fully automated approach
* Use EPC RFID data from Sam's Club to achieve business benefits

"Sam's Club is asking its suppliers to begin tagging sellable units on Oct. 31, 2009," says Roberti. "And they will need to tag all sellable units by Oct. 31, 2010. That's achievable if companies start now and have a clear roadmap in a way that saves them money rather than costs them a lot of money. That's what we are providing."

Register at: http://www.rfidjournal.com/webinar

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

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Cell Phone Recycling Leader ReCellular Receives 2008 Best of Dexter Award

ReCellular, a global cell phone recycling and electronics-sustainability company, earns accolades from the U.S. Local Business Association.

Dexter, MI (PRWEB) September 28, 2008 -- ReCellular, Inc. has been selected for the 2008 Best of Dexter Award in the Recycling Centers category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).

The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

ReCellular pioneered the wireless recycling industry, as the first enterprise dedicated to the emerging cell phone market. Today, ReCellular collects 4 million phones per year through corporate, charitable and grassroots collections programs.

Approximately half of the phones ReCellular collects will be reused - considered the ultimate form of cell phone recycling. Functional phones are reconditioned and reprogrammed before being sold to wholesalers from more than 40 countries. Phones and accessories that cannot be resold are dismantled and sent to cell phone recycling partners for reclamation. ReCellular's Zero Waste Policy recycles every item received. In addition to circuit boards, phone chargers, and plastic accessories, the ISO 140001 Certified recycling program reclaims nickel, iron, cadmium and lead from battery packs; paper and cardboard shipping materials; and even leather and vinyl materials from phone carrying cases.

The USLBA gathered and analyzed various sources of information to choose the winners in each category. The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.

About ReCellular
With offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Brazil, ReCellular, Inc. is the world's foremost electronics-sustainability firm. ReCellular provides solutions for the collection, reuse and recycling of used personal electronics that generate financial return for its partners, quality products for its customers, funding for charity organizations, and protection of the environment. Corporate, charitable, consumer and wholesale information is available at ReCellular.com.

About U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA)
U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USLBA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USLBA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

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FreeFlow and Cell Phone Recycler ReCellular Address Value Creation from Technology Recycling at Upcoming International Supply Chain Event

Leading cell phone recycler ReCellular partners with FreeFlow to highlight cell phone aftermarket value creation at the 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 28, 2008 -- FreeFlow, an award-winning provider of hosted inventory asset management solutions, today announced that they have been selected together with Dexter, Michigan-based ReCellular to address the prestigious 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), taking place October 5-8 in Denver, Colorado. As a growing number of electronics manufacturers move to adopt environmental responsibility by establishing recycling programs and cradle-to-grave product ownership, CSCMP has dedicated a closing session devoted exclusively to the topic. John Boone, Director of Sales for global cell phone recycler ReCellular, will describe how companies can gain a competitive advantage by extending the continuum of product value from first sale, to product recovery and repair, to sale on the global secondary market. Key to profitability in the aftermarket is managing the cost of sales. Boone will be joined by Anne Patterson, Vice President of Client Delivery for FreeFlow, and Mike Hackett, Senior Manager of Business Development at eBay Private Marketplace, to demonstrate the use of members-only online auctions as low-overhead, secure sales channels widely utilized for the sale of B-stock inventory.

In his address, John Boone will share invaluable insights to successfully manage "reverse logistics" as a profit operation rather than a cost center and will emphasize the value creation enabled by extended-life product programs. "Value recovery represents the next phase in the evolution of the supply chain, from forward logistics to reverse logistics and now on to value creation," commented Boone. "With value recovery programs that extend the useful life of their products, companies score a triple play creating positive economic, environmental, and social impact. As the world's foremost cell phone recycler, ReCellular is committed to remaining an industry leader in cellular telephone recovery and remarketing."

FreeFlow brings its expertise on value recovery to the October worldwide venue and the case study presentation with ReCellular underlines the strategy, process, and results associated with a company's strategic shift in management philosophy of reverse logistics. "Thousands of product categories have value beyond their initial use," stated John Kenny, President of FreeFlow. "Companies can add millions of dollars to their annual revenues by developing and adopting a proactive value recovery process. We are pleased to be able to share the success stories of ReCellular with our supply chain peers at such a large and highly respected global conference."

FreeFlow's operational sites, including FreeFlowMarketplace.com and numerous additional private-labeled platforms, combine the power of the Internet with business services to proactively manage slow-moving, aging or obsolete inventories. FreeFlow's automated solutions help customers implement operational processes designed to maximize asset recovery and profitability, increase inventory cycle turns while avoiding channel conflict, and reduce overall reverse logistics costs.

About CSCMP
Founded in 1963, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent association for individuals involved in supply chain management. CSCMP provides educational, career development, and networking opportunities to its over 9,000 members and to the entire profession. CSCMP was originally founded as the National Council of Physical Distribution Management (NCPDM) in January 1963. NCPDM was formed by a visionary group of educators, consultants, and managers who envisioned the integration of transportation, warehousing, and inventory as the future of the discipline. At that time, physical distribution was just beginning to edge its way into the corporate lexicon and make its considerable presence felt in the business community. In 1985, recognizing the growing field of logistics, the association's focus broadened as it changed its name to the Council of Logistics Management (CLM). It stayed that way until 2004 when CLM's Executive Committee voted to become CSCMP, effective in 2005.

About ReCellular, Inc.
With offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Brazil, ReCellular, Inc. is the world's leading electronics-sustainability firm. We provide solutions for the collection, reuse and recycling of used personal electronics that generate financial return for our partners, quality products for our customers, funding for charity organizations, and protection of the environment. Corporate, charitable, consumer and wholesale information is available at ReCellular.com.

About FreeFlow
Founded in 2001, FreeFlow improves its customers' product profitability by helping them identify excess and at-risk inventory and dispositioning the inventory through the channel mechanism most appropriate to that asset. Some of FreeFlow's industry leading customers include Apple, Creative Labs and SanDisk. FreeFlow's leadership in the supply chain arena has been recognized with a string of industry awards, including Gartner's Cool Vendors in Supply Chain Management and Procurement, Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies magazine's Top Supply Chain Partners, Manufacturing Business Technology magazine's Top 40 Emerging Software Vendors, and Start-IT Magazine's Top Companies to Watch. Privately-held, FreeFlow has headquarters in San Jose, California and Tralee, Ireland, with offices throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visit FreeFlow.com.

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Fluorotherm Offers Thermally Conductive H2 PFA and FEP Tubing

Fluorotherm introduces Thermally Conductive H2 PFA and FEP fluoropolymer tubing to significantly enhance the heat transfer rate for cooling and heating applications.

Parsippany, NJ (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- Fluorotherm introduces Thermally Conductive H2 PFA and FEP fluoropolymer tubing to significantly enhance the heat transfer rate for cooling and heating applications. This tubing is incorporated in Fluorotherm heat exchangers that are used in a broad range of industries such as steel, metal finishing, galvanizing plants and chemical processing applications. The tubing composition has been optimized to provide the best combination of thermal conductivity and strength while retaining the basic non-stick property of fluoropolymers. Optimization relates to the nature of the fillers, purity, shape factors, and loading, among others. Fluorotherm H2 tubing has been proven and characterized by field tests. The thermal conductivity, based on field testing data, ranges from about 2 to 2.5 times that of natural plastic.

Our H2 heat exchangers are lower profile and require significantly less space than other plastic heat exchangers for a given heat load. For example, sulfuric acid recovery and recycling in galvanizing operations requires half the amount of H2 surface area compared to PVDF or polypropylene heat exchangers. In addition, Fluorotherm heat exchangers are relatively easily cleaned by virtue of the geometry of the Fluorotherm heat exchangers and the inhererently non-stick property of H2 tubing.

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Oklahoma Manufacturer Cookshack Honored with Governor's Manufacturing Leadership Award

Oklahoma manufacturer Cookshack was honored today with a Governor's Manufacturing Leadership Award. The award for excellence is presented to five top Oklahoma manufacturers annually. The award was accepted by Cookshack President and CEO, Stuart Powell; Owner Donna Johnson, and Production Manager Jim Linnebur.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- Oklahoma manufacturer Cookshack was honored today with a Governor's Manufacturing Leadership Award. The award for excellence is presented to five top Oklahoma manufacturers annually. The award was accepted by Cookshack President and CEO, Stuart Powell; Owner Donna Johnson, and Production Manager Jim Linnebur.
Cookshack has been a national barbecue industry leader, manufacturing smokers that help people make great barbecue at home, in commercial foodservice, and on the barbecue competition circuit, for almost 50 years.

Cookshack, manufacturer of smoker ovens for barbecue, has adopted Lean Manufacturing and the Eureka! Winning Ways product development program, with the backing of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance. With the assistance of Manufacturing Extension Agents Doug Taylor and Clay Buford, Cookshack has implemented the programs, which have resulted in increased production capacity and the development of three new products.
Says CEO Powell, "We are pleased to be recognized with this award. We have worked closely with the Alliance and it has paid off for us. With Lean Manufacturing we have realized significant cost savings and increased our production capacity. We have done this without increasing staff or the size of our factory. The new products that we have developed using the Eureka! Winning Ways model will add significantly to our bottom line in the near future."

Cookshack Barbecue Equipment
Cookshack manufactures smoker ovens for commercial, home, and competition use under the brand names of Cookshack and Fast Eddy's by Cookshack. Cookshack has an industry-wide reputation for its high quality products and exceptional customer service. The company has been in business for over 40 years and ships its products worldwide. Cookshack is privately held and is located in Oklahoma. Commercial equipment is NSF approved and UL listed; most stainless steel models are USDA approved. Residential equipment is UL listed. Made in the USA.

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Belzona Inc. Announces New Distributor for Belzona Houston

The leaders in the industrial protective coating and repair composite industry, Belzona Inc., are announcing a new distributor for their operations in Houston, Texas.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) September 29, 2008 -- Belzona Inc., a leading industrial protective coating and repair composite provider, is pleased to announce Brian Burgess, former Distributor of Belzona River States, is taking on the existing Distributorship Belzona Houston. Previously managed by Steve Bradley for 20 years, the territory has been widely recognized throughout the Belzona community for its numerous sales achievements. Belzona Houston has consistently ranked among the top ten worldwide and predominantly first in sales across North America.

"We take pride in promoting our organization for personal growth. Steve set the bar very high," said Javier Palenque, Executive Vice President of Belzona Inc. "Nonetheless, Brian has proven to be an exceptional distributor, and we are confident he will maintain the highest level of quality offered in that region to date. He is walking into a great team of sales consultants and his leadership will further our commitment to serve our customers in the Houston area."

"We hold a well established business in repair technology," added Brian Burgess. "Our primary focus is in promoting solutions such as internal linings and high temperature resistance coatings, benefits opposed to purchasing new parts, and longevity as demonstrated in case studies from the various industries in the Houston area. Aside from protecting investments, we also take pride in protecting the environment from such hazards as chemical spills."

Belzona Houston Inc. is located at 363 E. Nasa Road 1, Webster, TX 77598. For more information on the industrial protective coating and repair composite products and services provided by Belzona Houston, an authorized Belzona distributor, please contact Brian Burgess at (281) 488-8345.

For additional information about Belzona Inc., go to www.belzona.com.

About Belzona Inc:

As the manufacturer of industrial protective coatings and repair composite products since 1952, Belzona provides a wide variety of solutions to rebuild, repair and maintain machinery, equipment and building structures. Belzona's local on-site technical consultants analyze the situation, recommend the solution, and supervise the application. With their Global Distribution Network covering more than 120 countries and offering 24-hour technical support, Belzona is established in the forefront of industry by serving such markets as oil and gas, power, marine, and water/wastewater.

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Creative Energy Exteriors Showroom Grand Opening

The Richmond, Virginia showroom for Creative Energy Exteriors is now officially open.

Richmond, VA (PRWEB) September 27, 2008 -- Creative Energy Exteriors, a leading supplier of roofing, vinyl siding, and replacement windows in Richmond, is proud to announce the grand opening of their showroom in the Richmond, VA area to the public on September 20th, 2008. Creative Energy Exteriors can be found online at: http://www.creativeenergyexteriors.com.

Located at 12940 Plaza Dr in Richmond, VA, the showroom features numerous examples of what Creative Energy Exteriors has been offering the Central Virginia area in terms of four seasons sunrooms, replacement windows, and vinyl siding - all of which are offered in many different styles and colors. Along with their selection of replacement windows and vinyl siding, the new showroom will also feature:

* Six different Four Seasons sun rooms are on display including a Georgian Conservatory, a Victorian Conservatory, and a Straight Eve sunroom and three others.
* The tunnel of heat - a demonstration tool that shows the quality of glass used in the Four Seasons Sunrooms.
* Both energy saving vinyl siding and HardiePlank™ fiber-cement siding.
* Roofing and gutter protection system in assorted colors and styles to help complement to look of various houses.

Customers can now come out to see, feel and experience the products. "We're extremely proud of the new showroom," said Keith Smallwood, president of Creative Energy Exteriors. "The chance to show off what we do for our clients, especially the four season sunrooms that we've built, is very exciting and we can't wait to see how our clients react when they walk through the 'tunnel of heat' and really feel the difference."

Creative Energy Exteriors is a leading supplier for home improvement in the Central Virginia area, and is the exclusive dealer of Four Season Sunrooms in Central Virginia for commercial and residential customers. Creative Energy Exteriors has been serving the Central Virginia for over 10 years, and thousands of satisfied customers to show for it. Creative Energy Exteriors can be found online at: http://www.creativeenergyexteriors.com.

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Biddiscombe International, Private Label Formulator, Certified as an Organic Manufacturer

Biddiscombe International, a Tampa Bay private label and contract manufacturer of personal care and cosmetic products, has been certified as an organic manufacturer under the National Organic Program. With this certification, the Company is permitted to formulate and manufacture products carrying an organic certification in accordance with US federal rules.

St. Petersburg, FL (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 - Biddiscombe International, LLC, a Florida based formulator and manufacturer of skin care and cosmetic products, is pleased to announce that it has extended its private label and contract manufacturing capabilities through certification of its operations as an organic manufacturer under the USDA's National Organic Program (NOP). The company's facility was certified by Organic Certifiers of Ventura CA and its private label program is described in detail at www.biddiscombe.com. .

The NOP requires that personal care and cosmetic products carrying a USDA organic certification must be manufactured in a certified facility and also comply with the other provisions of federal law relating to ingredients. As a specialist in private labeling, Biddiscombe can work with private label from formulation all the way through to manufacturing and filling of organic personal care products.

"We are pleased to be able to offer organic capabilities and knowledge to parties wanting to market highly natural and organic products', commented John Melville, President. "While the market for "organic" products is growing at rapid rates, consumers are demanding more clarity in their natural product purchases. Certification of the products provides instant credibility."

Melville continued "Creating organic personal care products, particularly those that at 95%+ organic ingredients can carry the USDA-Organic seal, is extremely challenging in that the NOP was designed for food products." Crossing the 70% organic threshold permits certification. The greatest challenge with cosmetics care products is what is and is not permitted in the non-organic fraction. Biddiscombe's customers look to us to provide guidance on these important points.

Biddiscombe is a supporter of efforts to create organic standards designed specifically for personal care and cosmetic products. It is a member of the Oasis Group, an industry collaboration of large and small companies focused on development of organic standards for these products. Melville said "we are hopeful that the industry will develop and adopt standards that are both workable for manufacturers and that create confidence in consumers.

For additional information on Biddiscombe's manufacturing and organic capabilities, contact Roxie Cariere or visit Organic Manufacturer.

About Biddiscombe
Biddiscombe has been developing and manufacturing personal care products including cosmetics, skin care, hair care and tanning products for over 20 years. It provides small to large batch size capabilities to marketers and is most competent in projects requiring special handling. The company is also branching out with developing and manufacturing natural pet grooming products.

Roxie Cariere
Director of Sales & Marketing
727-299-9287

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La Tortilla Factory Lauded by Consumer Goods Magazine for 'Vision, Determination'

La Tortilla Factory, a maker of heart-healthy tortillas and other specialty baked goods, has been recognized by Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) magazine as a standout SMB company for demonstrating the vision and determination needed to deliver exponential growth and innovative product offerings.

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- La Tortilla Factory, a maker of heart-healthy tortillas and other specialty baked goods, has been recognized by Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) magazine as a standout SMB company for demonstrating the vision and determination needed to deliver exponential growth and innovative product offerings.

In a special editorial section within CGT's September issue, La Tortilla Factory was acknowledged for gaining greater operational efficiencies through the restructuring of its executive team, including the promotion of Stan Mead from CFO to CEO. Mead's new assignment frees second-generation owners Carlos and Willie Tamayo to pursue global opportunities to promote the La Tortilla Factory brand of great-tasting and healthy products.

"We now have the right people in the right positions to carry the Tamayo family legacy plan forward, as we continue to reach new heights in the global marketplace," Mead says.

As CFO, Mead led La Tortilla Factory's implementation of DEACOM, an integrated accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software system for the food manufacturing industry. Mead says DEACOM has helped the company expand the distribution of its products to the national and global markets through improved purchasing practices, inventory management, and overall data accessibility.

"With DEACOM, there's a requirement for accuracy and consistency in our business processes," Mead says. "It comes down to precise, effective communication. With all our data stored in a single system, we can pull out the right information at the right time to make the right decisions. That dependability helps drive us forward."

To learn more about the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and ERP Software System or to schedule an online demonstration, call 610-971-2278 ext. 15 or visit www.deacom.net.

About Consumer Goods Technology:
Consumer Goods Technology (CGT) is committed to helping consumer goods executives improve business performance through integrated media that delivers actionable insight, benchmark analysis, and peer-to-peer networking. In print, online, and at events, CGT focuses on the specific needs and challenges of the industry. Visit www.consumergoods.com for more information.

About Deacom, Inc.:
Headquartered in Wayne, PA, Deacom, Inc. is the producer of DEACOM, a complete accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for building component and process manufacturers with difficult-to-handle requirements. The DEACOM System seamlessly links all departments within a manufacturing company, providing a comprehensive view of the entire operation. By making complex issues simple, Deacom helps streamline manufacturing business processes to maximize productivity and profitability.

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Tamis Corporation Celebrates 25 Years In Business

Tamis Specializes in Crowd Control

Pittsburgh, PA (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- Tamis Corporation recently announced the celebration of its milestone, quarter-century anniversary. With its Blockader division leading the way, the company has experienced a tremendous amount of growth in its 25 years, becoming known as an industry leader in crowd control, safety and traffic management.

"We are thrilled to celebrate 25 years in business," said Murray Bilby, president of Tamis. "The credit for our success goes to our loyal customers for their support of our company and its products. We look forward to serving them for another 25 years and more."

Founded in 1983 in Pennsylvania, Tamis has placed a strong emphasis on customer service since day one. To highlight the importance of each and every client, the company assigns each customer a knowledgeable person to handle all sales and customer service needs. This philosophy is also responsible for Tamis' success, Bilby said.

"Our customers know they are valued and appreciated," he said. "The philosophy that drives our business, demonstrates just how important customer service is to Tamis. We don't believe in bouncing our customers from one department to another."

Overall, the Tamis Corporation includes seven divisions. Its Blockader division specializes in the creation of crowd control barriers that are designed to make jobs easier and more effective. Blockader push cart crowd control devices revolutionized the market when they were introduced in 1995, and they continue to lead the industry.

"Setting up crowd control barricades can be costly with forklift operators and laborers," Bilby said. "With the use of portable push carts for steel barricades, one person can easily setup a secure perimeter for your event or location."

The advantages of push carts also lie in the speed with which that single individual can set up barriers, Bilby added. "Portable carts enable large quantities of crowd control barricades to be moved - at one time, by one person," he said. "With just one cart, you can quickly move as many as 28 steel barriers from storage to the front line."

Blockader push carts changed the face of the industry by making setup easier, more efficient and less costly.

Tamis offers more than 250 possible combinations of steel barricades, bases and accessories to meet clients' diversified needs. In addition to sales, it also has a nationwide rental program where its products can be leased for special events and needs.

For more information about Tamis Corporation and their crowd control and traffic safety equipment, contact Murray Bilby at 1-800-448-2647 or visit http://www.blockader.com.

About Tamis Corporation
Founded 25 years ago, the Tamis Corporation is widely known for its crowd control equipment. Its other divisions include Plastic Jersey Barriers, Unique Pipe and Drape, Movit Plastic Barricades and T-Cans Waste Receptacles. Through its divisions, Tamis has established itself as an industry leader in the direct sales and marketing of products to meet crowd control, safety and traffic needs.

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5th Thermoplastics Elastomer 2008 will Address Directions for China and Asia's TPE, TPV, TPU and PEBA Markets

5th Thermoplastics Elastomers/ TPEs 2008, to be held on the 19 and 20 November in Shanghai, is a showcase of the latest trends and shifts occurring in the TPE value chain. It brings together on a single platform, the best expertise to present objective insights on the commercial application of TPE, latest advances in plastics processing as well as an overview on the market outlook for the industry.

Singapore (PRWEB) September 27, 2008 -- Known for its rubber elasticity, 'soft-touch' appeal, and plastics processing breakthroughs whereby new materials have surpassed plastics performances, thermoplastics elastomer (TPE) now offers moulders yet another alternative in their choice of material.

But does this mean TPE related production will be spared from increasing overheads? Apparently no and that is the salient message that Mr. Roger Young, the Asia Pacific Vice President of Robert Eller Associate, will put forth in his presentation on "Global TPE market outlook" which will also disclose successful strategies for competing in China market.

Mr Young, together with many other key industry players, will convene in Shanghai on the 19-20 November 2008 to share their views at the`5th Specialty Elastomers/ TPEs 2008' conference organized by Centre for Management Technology.

The two-day event will feature a key presentation from world leading thermoplastics polyurethane (TPUs) producer, Merquinsa, the innovator of the world's first TPU derived from biological/agricultural sources rather than fossil hydrocarbons. In his paper on "Bio-based TPU development and commercialization" Mr. Davis Pascual, the Global Application Development Manager & Asia Pacific Area Manager for Merquinsa, will reveal how this vegetable oil and fatty acid-based TPU performance is on par with, and in some cases, even surpassed conventional TPU properties. To add on to new innovation related topics is Mr. Clint Raine, the Head Business Unit TPU Asia Pacific from Bayer MaterialScience, who will address Bayer's latest innovations in TPU and their market prospects.

Speaking on behalf of yet another TPE producer that is going green by incorporating bio-based feedstock is Mr. Jerome Allanic, Asia Pacific Market Development Manager from Arkema, who will unveil their latest innovations that led to the launch of their first commercial "Bio-based Engineering TPE", PEBAX TPE that boast excellent engineering properties.

In addition to gaining insights on production trends, sessions to discuss end-use applications will be spearheaded by French TPE compounder, that has developed TPV-S elastomer, based on Kraton's SEBS material and polypropylene. Mr. Gilbert Saillard, Sales & Marketing Director of CTS Cousin-Tessier, will contribute a case study analysis on how automotive producer, Peugeot, implemented TPV-S seals in place of EPDM seals in their latest Peugeot 308 thus exploring material selection issues and the emerging trends in high performance automotive seals. More on automotive seals will be presented by, Mr. Federico Rosa, Sales Manager from Dimontonate Floccati, when he addresses the evolution in technology with TPE in automotive seals applications, while Mr. Zhang Kun, Global Procurement and Supply Executive from Daimler Chrysler, will look into TPE application in the Automotive Industry and Dow Chemical will discuss elastomer technologies in the compounding industry.

Other confirmed panelists at 5th Specialty Elastomers/ TPEs 2008 include key executives from Team Design Shanghai, Ticona Engineering Polymers, Motorola Technology, Kuraray, GLS-PolyOne Company, and Kraiburg TPE.

Those hoping to network with these invited high-flyers should visit http://www.cmtevents.com/newevents.aspx?ev=081181&; for further details.

ABOUT CMT
A global organizer HQ in Singapore, CMT is dedicated to the provision of latest business and technology information through high profile conferences for varied industries. CMT forums encircle the globe from Asia Pacific to Middle East to New Europe/Russia and the Americas. In 25 years of operation, CMT has hosted leading conferences on Bioplastics, Elastomers, Rubber, Plastics, Petrochemicals, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy and many more. Visit www.cmtevents.com today!

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Open Applications Group and EIDX Announce a New Direction for High Tech Industry Standards

Agreement with OAGi and EIDX, along with the new release of OAGIS for High Tech, improves the future of business process standards for the industry.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- The Open Applications Group (OAGi) and The Electronic Industry Data Exchange Group (EIDX) today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on building standards for the High Tech Industry. In addition, The Open Applications Group is pleased to announce the general availability of Release 9.3 of OAGIS, which was recently optimized for the High Tech business processes called Order to Cash and Procure to Pay.

OAGIS Release 9.3, which uses UN/CEFACT core components technologies to improve cross industry interoperability, is the first release of OAGIS specifically tuned for High Tech and the first deliverable from the newly formed High Tech Council within the Open Applications Group.

Moving forward, the High Tech Council and their sponsored OAGIS Working Groups will be meeting in co-located facilities with the EIDX business meetings. This enables a specific focus and gathering point for high tech business people, while ensuring that the deliverables fit into the cross industry framework which is OAGIS.

"Intel is looking to the Open Application Group standards to enable off-the-shelf backend integration with our ERP applications," Said John Cartwright, Director of Business Network Integration for Intel (INTC) Corporation. "It takes too much time, resources and costs too much to create the custom code needed today for integration. This is the primary reason for much of the manual processing (both internal & external) we have today."

"EIDX does a tremendous job of providing a business forum for organizations in the High Tech Industry," said David Connelly, CEO of the Open Applications Group. "This agreement enables our standards development efforts to engage directly with vertical industries like High Tech, while continuing to pursue a standards solution that ensures cross industry interoperability."

"The Open Applications Group is taking their innovative and successful standards work to a new level by collaborating with our EIDX initiative," said Robert Biddle, vice president, e-business and software solutions, CompTIA. "We have a long term relationship with OAGi and look forward to meeting or exceeding the standards needs of the high tech industry. This relationship will ensure that the voice of the high tech customer will be the driving force for high tech standards."

About Comptia/EIDX:
EIDX, a section of CompTIA, provides a unified voice, global leadership and strategic direction to further e-business interoperability. EIDX is committed to advancing industry growth through the development of standards, best practices, accreditations, professional education and development, tools and business solutions. For more information go to eidx.comptia.org.

About OAGi:
OAGi is a not-for-profit open standards organization focused on building cross industry business process interoperability standards. To learn more about OAGi or to download the standard for free go to: www.oagi.org.

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Optima Technology Group Offers Partnership Stake in Key Synthetic Vision Patents - U.S. Patents 5,566,073 and 5,904,724

Optima Technology Group today announced it has agreed to open itself for partnership on key U.S. patents that it controls and has been aggressively licensing, currently only Honeywell and Geneva Aerospace a L3 company are licensed.

(PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- Optima Technology Group today announced it has agreed to open itself for partnership on key U.S. patents that it controls and has been aggressively licensing, currently only Honeywell and Geneva Aerospace a L3 company are licensed.

"Our company is now open to partnering with and/or selling its key U.S. Patents for such technology. Partnering and/or working with someone in the industry will benefit both FAA approved as well as the experimental and/or non certified manufactures."

"This will allow us to focus more on our core business now that we have again proven the validity of our patents and are moving forward," said Robert Adams, CEO Optima Technology Group.

The battleground for the use of U.S. Patent 5,566,073 for synthetic vision in the aircraft cockpit has moved many steps forward with the FAA now approving many new products such as those from Honeywell (Honeywell SVS) [NYSE:HON, L3 Communications (Smart Deck) [NYSE:LLL, Chelton Flight Systems (Synthetic Vision EFIS) [a subsidiary of Cobham PLC, Public, London: COB.L , Garmin (G1000-R) [ NASDAQ:GRMN, Rockwell Collins (Pro Line Fusion) [NYSE:COL, Avidyne (Entegra SVS) and others. A number of other companies make certified & uncertified synthetic vision systems for use in experimental aircraft, such as Aerosonic Corporation (AMEX:AIM) Grand Rapids Technology, Blue Mountain Avionics, Dynon Avionics, MGL Avionics, PC Avionics, and others.

Interested parties should contact Optima's attorneys:

M Lawrence Oliverio
Rissman Jobse Hendricks & Oliverio
100 Cambridge Street, Suite 2101
Boston, MA 02114
617.367.4600
Fax: 617.367.4656
LOliverio @ RJHOLaw.com

Optima Technology Group Inc. is a Delaware registered company which specializes in development and manufacture of advanced patents and technology related to the advancement of the United States manufacturing industry and DOD. We hold the key U.S. Patent 5,566,073 related to the use of Synthetic Vision in the cockpit of an aircraft which companies like Honeywell and L3 have legally licensed from Optima Technology Group. We also hold the key U.S. Patent 5,904,724 for controlling UAVs using Synthetic Vision from a Ground Control Station. For more information, please visit www.optimatechnologygroup.com.

SOURCE: Optima Technology Group
Media Relations:
Cathy Pugh, 949-419-6970
cpugh @ Optimatechnologygroup.com

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Carleton Helical Technologies Reports Successful Exhibit at EXPO PACK, Mexico in June 2008

Carleton Helical Technologies' exhibit at EXPO PACK in Mexico this past June generated a lot of interest in their bottle rinser for the food & beverage industry, along with the pharmaceutical industry.

New Britain, Pennsylvania (PRWEB) September 26, 2008 -- Carleton Helical Technologies recently exhibited in EXPO PACK, Mexico June of this year and has deemed it successful. The booth displayed their bottle rinser, which created a large interest in the food and beverage industry as well as pharmaceuticals.

Nicholas Carleton, President, said the show is part of the business development plan launched earlier this year. "We have traditionally exhibited inside the United States but I thought it was appropriate to invest time and money into the PMMI Mexico Expo. The show generated many leads for us to pursue and we are moving in a positive direction according to the plan. Our true success however, lies on turning the sales leads into orders."

In case you missed us, here is what we displayed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNWB2esD634

"The EXPO PACK, Mexico generated so much interest that we are considering adding a Spanish version to our website," said Mr. Carleton. The decision to exhibit was a result from obtaining a local representative, Christopher Mantke, who has many years experience in the industry and the culture Latin America. This will enable our company to increase sales as far as South America. Mr. Mantke can be reached via email cmantke@feedscrew.com

For more information about Carleton Helical Technologies, call 215-230-8900, email sales@feedscrew.com with questions or visit their website http://www.feedscrew.com.

Carleton Helical Technologies, Inc. produces machinery for the packaging industry. Products include feedscrews and drives, bottle rinsing and cleaning, and container handling for inverting and orienting such as BMH™ Invertors.

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September 25, 2008

King Snaps Ind. Corp. Explores Markets in All Major Continents

As a responsible connector manufacturer with great innovation, King Snaps offers a wide variety of quality connectors including safety hooks, climbing carabiners, pulleys, and etc.

(PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- As a reputable manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE) in Taiwan, King Snaps Ind. Corp. (King Snaps) is reaching out to all major continents with its innovation and entrepreneurship. With extensive experience in Hot Forge technique, which creates products with both greater resilience and durability, King Snaps offers its European customers quality climbing carabiners, safety hooks, and a wide variety of custom and ready-made connectors including climbing gear, safety equipment, marine hardware, rigging hardware, and saddle hardware.

Dedicated to the industry for more than two decades, King Snaps continually researches and develops new products. To keep up with the latest technique and the competitive market, the connector manufacturer introduces newly-designed products to the consumers every month.

Certificated by ISO and CE - two major international organizations - King Snaps makes full use of its advanced facilities which include a three-way hot forge machine. With 12 forging facilities, whose output ranges from 50 to 1,200 tons, the connector manufacturer precisely performs tasks with standardized procedures.

--Mastery in Hot Forge Technique--
Compared to Cold Forge technique, Hot Forge takes the advantage of shaping connectors into desired forms with great precision. Both complex and simple shapes can be carried out with such technique. In addition, such technique lowers the chance of damaging the connectors in the process of shaping. Unlike Cold Forge technique, which might break the connectors when bending into desirable shapes, Hot Forge technique prevents the unwanted depreciation of the manufacturing process.

--A Highly-qualified OEM/ODM Manufacturer with Innovation--
As an innovative manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE), King Snaps is willing to take both ODM and OEM orders. With both extensive experience and advanced facilities, the connector manufacturer has offered such services to a considerable number of international clients, mostly from Europe. To expedite the manufacturing process, the connector manufacturer employs the rapid prototyping (RP) facility to produce the preliminary model, which will be moving onto the process of mass production, based on three-dimensional graphics designed by either King Snaps, the connector manufacturer, or by the clients.

--Outstanding Quality Control--
In addition to the application of advanced technology in production, King Snaps also has a reputation for good quality control. Employing X-ray inspection machine, the manufacturer gives each finished pieces thorough check before the distribution. As a responsible manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE), King Snaps has insured $2 million US dollar for products' liability.

--Active Response to Globalization--
Seeking more exposure internationally, the connector manufacturer keenly participates in various industrial exhibitions that attract prospective customers. In 2008, King Snaps had participated in industrial exhibitions, including Outdoor Retailers (USA) aiming at retailers, Outdoor (Germany), International Hardware Fair/ Practical World (Germany), and National Hardware Show (USA). Further, the manufacturer is preparing for other two events, namely, Tokyo DIY Show (Japan), and METS, which will take place respectively in August and November. With innovation and entrepreneurship, King Snaps Ind. Corp. is presenting its aluminum alloy connectors to the world in hope of acquiring a higher percentage of the share of the market in the America, Australia, as well as Africa where the market has not yet been fully explored.

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Web Marketing Association's 2008 WebAwards Honor Johns Manville Site, Created by Faction Media

Web site named Best in Industry; Honorable Mention also received

Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Faction Media, a full-service digitally-led marketing agency based in Denver, announced that their client, Johns Manville, is the winner of an international internet design award, the WebAward, from the Web Marketing Association. Recognized as the Best Web site in the Construction Industry category was the Faction Media-created www.SpecJM.com. The company also received a Standard of Excellence Acknowledgement for another Faction Media-created site, www.JMHomeowner.com, in the Manufacturing category.

Faction Media created the SpecJM.com site to meet multiple goals for client Johns Manville. The primary goal was to consolidate 10 audience/product-specific micro sites into a singular building materials professional resource. A secondary goal was to create a consistent brand experience across multiple market segments and target audiences, and third, to provide unrivaled specification resources.

"Johns Manville constantly challenges us to create cutting-edge solutions that allows Faction Media to showcase our in-depth strategic process, comprehensive understanding of the digital space and watershed creative. We're fortunate to partner with such a dynamic client and honored that our work has been so well received both by JM and industry experts," said Dave Greves, principal at Faction Media.

More than just another award program, the WebAwards provides a benchmark by which all Web site development can be judged. Each WebAward entry was judged against a standard of excellence and then against other entries in the category. Entries were judged on the following seven criteria: design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, navigation and ease of use. The awards focus on the entire Web site, with particular emphasis on the creativity and functionality of the overall interactive experience.

The judges ranked SpecJM.com consistently higher in all seven criteria than the competition and industry average sites, with the majority of scores reflecting a 9.5 or perfect 10.

Judges included members of the media, advertising executives, top Web site designers, content providers and webmasters. Here is just one of the many enthusiastic comments from the judges regarding SpecJM.com:

"Generally speaking I give 1, maybe 2 perfect 10's a year. This is the only one I have given so far. Everything I have been complaining that other sites should do, this one does do. It was so full of information, the design was pleasant but not overbearing, photos were well used and made sense." - judge, WebAwards 2008

SpecJM.com is receiving other recognitions, as well. This month the site was named one of the "10 Great Web Sites" called out by BtoB Magazine; it also received a coveted Business Marketing Association's International Pro-Comm Silver Sledgehammer Award earlier this year for its "Online Mindshare" campaign and was recognized as Best of Category.

About Faction Media
Faction Media is a full-service digitally led communications agency that helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex and fragmented marketplace. Faction provides digital strategy, audience insight, creative services, interactive development, search marketing, performance analytics and marketing optimization to Fortune 1000 companies including some of the largest and most innovative businesses in the World.

Faction Media's Unified Marketing™ approach combines new and evolving interactive tools with traditional channels to identify, build and execute the most effective and successful brand and demand generation campaigns. A commitment to performance accountability, technology, and creative innovation has defined Faction Media's place as a leader in Business-to-Business communications and marketing.

For more information on Faction Media visit www.factionmedia.com.

About the WebAwards
The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help set a high standard for Internet marketing and development of the best Websites on the World Wide Web. Staffed by volunteers, this organization is made up of Internet marketing, online advertising, PR, and top Web site design professionals who share an interest in improving the quality of online advertising, internet marketing, and Web site promotion.

The Web Marketing Association is the producer of the WebAward Competition. Now in its 12th year, the WebAwards is the premier annual Web site award competition that names the best Web sites in 96 industries while setting the standard of excellence for all Web site development.

Media Contact:
Wendy Manning
Faction Media
720-529-4850
Wendy @ VolumePR.com

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Concepts NREC's David Japikse Receives 2008 SAE Cliff Garrett Turbomachinery and Applications Engineering Award

Among highest honors accorded to engineers

White River Junction, Vt. (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Concepts NREC, a world leader in turbomachinery design, engineering and manufacturing, today announced that SAE International has honored David Japikse, Chairman of the Board/CEO of Concepts NREC, with the 2008 SAE Cliff Garrett Turbomachinery and Applications Engineering Award.

Established in 1984, this award is looked upon by SAE International as one of the highest recognitions accorded to engineers for their achievements in turbomachinery or aerospace engineering. SAE International invited Japikse to provide a lecture and a written paper for a 90-minute presentation this April during the SAE 2009 World Congress in Detroit. The presentation will allow Japikse to highlight some of his technical findings while enabling attendees to interface with him and discuss his work.

In his congratulatory letter to Japikse, James E. Breneman of the SAE Garrett Award Committee, wrote, "After reviewing the nominations, the Garrett Award Committee identified your long-term contributions as the most outstanding in this field. Please accept my personal congratulations, along with those of the entire committee on receiving this distinguished award."

"I am honored and pleased to accept on behalf of many colleagues who have helped me along the path of this profession," says Japikse. "I look forward to representing Concepts NREC while giving my presentation at the SAE 2009 World Congress."

The SAE Cliff Garrett Turbomachinery and Applications Engineering Award promotes engineering developments and the presentation of SAE technical papers on turbomachinery engineering. The award honors Cliff Garrett and the inspiration he provided to engineers by his example, support, encouragement and many contributions as an aerospace pioneer. To perpetuate recognition of Garrett's achievements and dedication, SAE administers an annual lecture by a distinguished authority in the engineering of turbomachinery for on-highway, off-highway and/or spacecraft and aircraft uses.

About SAE International
SAE International is a global association of 115,000 engineers and related technical experts in the automotive, aerospace and commercial-vehicle industries. SAE International's core competencies are life-long learning and standards development. SAE International's charitable arm is the SAE Foundation, which supports many programs, including A World in Motion and the Collegiate Design Series.

About Concepts NREC
Concepts NREC is a leading worldwide turbomachinery design, engineering and development organization, with a staff of over 100 professionals at its facilities in Wilder, Vt., and Woburn, Mass. For more than a half century, Concepts NREC has provided manufacturers, users, government agencies and the engineering community with technology tools, services and products that have met their needs, helped achieve their goals and aided in development and production of some of the world's most advanced products. Concepts NREC is headquartered at 217 Billings Farm Road, White River Junction, Vt., 05001-9486. Telephone: 802-296-2321. Facsimile: 802-296-2325. For more information, go to: www.conceptsnrec.com.

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Retail Solutions Signs Partnership with Suzhou-Based University of Science and Technology of China

Retail Solutions Becomes Part of USTC's Internship Foundation Program; Expects to Leverage this Program to Grow its Chinese Development Operations

Sunnyvale, CA (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Retail Solutions Inc., the leading solution provider helping consumer product goods (CPG) companies create value with retailer data, today announced it has been endorsed by the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) as a participant in its Internship Foundation program.

"I am delighted to have Retail Solutions join our Internship Foundation program," said LiuSheng Huang, president, USTC graduate school. "Retail Solutions will offer USTC students a great way to gain practical experience with leading edge software-as-a-service technology and exposure to a solution set in use at most of the largest consumer goods companies in the world."

USTC's education requires all students to successfully complete an entire year internship with one of the companies participating in its Internship Foundation program. As a participant in this program, Retail Solutions will be able to hire from one of the best student talent pools in the Shanghai area.

"USTC's education is a perfect fit for our company," said David Sun, director of engineering, China, Retail Solutions. "Since the official opening of our Retail Solutions' Chinese subsidiary in April 2008, we have already grown our staff from 14 to 19 employees. Through this program we can successfully address Retail Solutions' challenge of fast growth, by hiring qualified students with the opportunity to transition them into full-time employees once the internship is completed."

"This relationship between Retail Solutions will provide USTC students with the right practical experience to complement their education - rather than theoretical internships in large research centers," added Professor GuoLiang Chen, member of the China Academy of Science and chairman of the National High Performance Computing Center of China (NHPCC). "I also look forward to Retail Solutions' contribution to the NHPCC research programs in the areas of massive data processing."

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

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

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

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Thomas Equipment Debuts Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader to Upgrade and Replace the Popular Thomas 175

The Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader, with fully lined comfort cab, is called the High-Lift as it hoists 1,850 pounds up over 11 feet, powered by 59 HP Tier-3 engine, with sound suppression, universal joint and 100 chain drive with many options.

Centreville, New Brunswick (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Thomas Equipment Inc. announced the introduction of the Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader that upgrades and replaces the popular Thomas 175, featuring High-Lift bucket height over 11 feet, an operating weight of 7,200 pounds, lift capacity of 1,850 pounds and over two tons of breakout force.

Petter Etholm, President, said, "The Thomas 185 reflects our aim to help productivity on construction, agricultural, mining and other worksites. From grading and paving to lifting and loading, the Thomas 185 is as tough as its driver and versatile as conditions demand."

Gilbert Bedard, Vice President of Global Sales, said, "The Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader does heavy lift and carry jobs as easily as routine worksite tasks and offers cab comfort and extensive features."

Bedard noted, "The Thomas 185 is powered by a 4-cyclinder 59 HP Tier-3 engine that meets or beats environmental standards, moves at nearly 8 mph and features an easy-to-service universal joint, rather than troublesome traditional bands, and has a 100-chain-drive to deliver tremendous traction."

Bedard said the Thomas 185 also includes standard features such as: Sound Suppression System Kit around engine; Fully Lined Cab for comfort; Hand Controls; Self-level valve control, and Extras from electrical rigging for future use and lockable fuel and hydraulic caps to dome light, horn and more.

The Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader also features two in-line hydrostatic pumps to lift, pull, and hoist; dump height over 9 feet; sure grip 8-ply or 10-ply tires for stability and pushing power, and a range of attachments and options, said Bedard.

Thomas Equipment Inc., online at www.thomasloaders.com, is a unit of Osiris Corporation (OSRS), www.osiriscorp.net, which provides a variety of branded and other products to industrial markets through subsidiaries including: Thomas Equipment Inc.; Thomas Equipment Asia Co. Ltd.; Thomas Ventures, Inc., Pneutech-Rousseau, Inc. and TcomT Inc. Osiris' units manufacture and market industrial and construction equipment, distribute pneumatic and hydraulic systems and design wireless devices for the telecommunications industry, among other activities.

Safe Harbor Statement
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Can Algae Biodiesel's Rise from Small Beginnings Result in Commercialization Success? New Report Shares All

In light of critical global oil shortages, algae biodiesel currently represents one of the most promising alternative fuel feedstocks. Released in line with Algae World 2008, Dr. John R. Benemann's objective position paper 'Opportunities and Challenges in Algae Biofuels Production' is being offered by free download. This informative white paper addresses the need for extensive research and development to maximize the potential of algae biofuel as a sustainable, viable alternative energy source.

Singapore (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Prepared in association with Algae World 2008 scheduled in Singapore November 17-18, the position paper 'Opportunities and Challenges in Algae Biofuels Production' by Dr. John R. Benemann is being offered by free download. As algae biodiesel races to the forefront as a promising alternative energy source, Dr. Benemann's paper provides an objective assessment of the current challenges facing algae biofuel development as well as its potential as a viable biofuel source.

Dr. John R. Benemann, co-author of the famous 1998 report to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory entitled 'A Look Back at the U.S. Department of Energy's Aquatic Species Program: Biodiesel from Algae', is considered one of the foremost experts on algae biodiesel. In his timely position paper 'Opportunities and Challenges in Algae Biofuels Production', he asserts that for algae energy to become a reality, "microalgae for biofuels in general and oil production in particular…still requires relatively long-term R&D, with emphasis currently more on the research rather than the development."

To ensure greater algae biodiesel productivity, it would be necessary to:

* Overcome the unique challenges, as well as enhance the benefits, inherent in open pond, closed photobioreactor, and wastewater treatment algae fuel production systems.
* Identify reliable algal strains that are capable of producing high levels of algae oil as well as being resistant to contamination, adaptable to temperature extremes, tolerant of high oxygen levels and suited to local water conditions in growth ponds.
* Develop low-cost algae biofuel harvesting technologies.
* Substantially reduce the overall operational cost of algae biodiesel production systems.

Although further research and development is required for algae biodiesel to become a viable biofuel, it maintains several salient advantages over other feedstocks. In his position paper, Dr. Benemann purports, "The interest in microalgae, as for other alternative biofuel sources, is that there would, or could, be less competition with food and feed production and that large-scale production is possible."

Another exciting benefit of biodiesel from algae is microalgae's short generation time, as little as one day in some outdoor mass cultures and just hours under laboratory conditions. This allows for more rapid technology as compared to conventional crop plants used for biodiesel whose lifecycle spans from months to years.

For free access to Dr. John R. Benemann's informative and unbiased position paper 'Opportunities and Challenges in Algae Biofuels Production', visit http://www.futureenergyevents.com/algae/whitepaper/ for a free download.

Algae World 2008 will lend further insights into the potential of algae biodiesel as a sustainable, viable alternative energy source.

Keynote speakers for this critical two-day conference will include global experts in all facets of the algae biofuel industry to discuss:

* The competitiveness of algae biofuel with regard to other feedstocks.
* The market outlook of algae biodiesel.
* Investment potential and demand for algae biofuel in Asia Pacific.
* Life cycle assessment of algae to energy.
* The latest information in the research and development of algae harvesting, lipid upgrading and oil extraction.
* Ways to overcome project development risks.

Russell Teall, President of Biodiesel Industries, Inc., has over 14 years experience in the biodiesel industry and will be chairing Algae World 2008. He speaks not only of algae's promising potential as a biodiesel feedstock, but also of what Algae World 2008 attendees can expect at this informative, not to be missed two-day conference.

Teall states, "Algae has the potential to become the pre-eminent biodiesel feedstock. Substantial time, money and resources are being dedicated to the quest for the commercialization of algae production technology. Algae World is the place to hear and meet the leaders in this field."

Algae World 2008 will gather into one arena, experts in all areas of the algae biofuel industry to address the long-term outlook of algae biodiesel as a viable alternative energy source. Attendance at Algae World 2008 is essential in clarifying algae fuel challenges and projecting long-term ROI.

To register for this critical groundbreaking two-day conference visit http://www.futureenergyevents.com/algae/attend/ to register.

About Algae World:
ALGAE WORLD 2008 is a conference dedicated towards providing objective insights on the commercialization of Algae Biofuels, as well as the latest advances and constraints in Algae cultivation, harvesting and processing. Algae World is organized by the Centre for Management Technology whose mission is to provide access to the latest technology and business intelligence through high profile alternative energy conferences.

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Phase II Medical Manufacturing Expands Facility with Focus on Energy Efficiency and Recycling

Growing Business Keeps Environment a Priority by Saving on Energy Consumption

Rochester, N.H. (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Phase II Medical Manufacturing today announced it has completed the expansion of its Rochester, N.H. facility, expanding its manufacturing and production capacity by 50 percent, while keeping a focus on energy efficiency and recycling.

As part of its overall expansion project, which included the addition of a second clean room space and a floor dedicated to managerial offices, Phase II used high efficiency fixtures and upgraded its previously existing lighting and HVAC systems. This initiative will reduce the company's annual energy use by 77,762 kilowatt hours, according to figures provided by Public Service of New Hampshire (PSNH). As such, Phase II's facility upgrades will result in a 5,366 gallon reduction in the amount of oil required to generate electricity and a concomitant reduction in CO2, or greenhouse gas, by 86,083 pounds a year.

Phase II's larger clean room space has allowed the company to expand its world-class manufacturing capabilities, while keeping costs down and conserving energy. Additionally, the implementation of a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system will allow the company to significantly reduce paper waste associated with documentation. And, nearly all the scrap materials resulting from Phase II's medical manufacturing production are accepted by local recycling programs. Phase II is currently developing a partnership with a Massachusetts-based company to enable the recycling of products with higher SPI codes typically deemed "unrecyclable" in the greater central New Hampshire area.

Phase II strives to remain below standard energy use guidelines, while providing sophisticated, consistent, and enterprising products and services to its constantly growing customer base.

"Phase II continues to expand because we excel at meeting the needs of our customers while proudly working to set 'green' examples in New Hampshire and throughout the medical manufacturing industry," said Adam Prime, president, Phase II Medical Manufacturing. "We employ technology, procedures and equipment aimed at reducing waste and consumption and, by limiting our production of greenhouse gases, we both help the environment and keep our costs down," Prime said.

Phase II contracts with companies to produce medical devices in its state-of-the-art temperature-, humidity- and particulate-controlled clean rooms certified to Class 100,000. In addition to expert manufacturing, Phase II's engineering staff can assist with the design of new products or enhancements to existing products. Once a design is finalized, the company engineers and implements the most cost-effective and efficient manufacturing process possible, and also offers device testing, pad printing, packaging, sterilization oversight and shipping services.

About Phase II

Founded in 1995 to serve the single-use medical product and device industry, Phase II Medical Manufacturing provides design, development, manufacturing, packaging, shipping, and sterilization services to its customers. FDA registration, Canadian licensing, and ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2003 certification are maintained to ensure that current U.S. and international standards are satisfied. Phase II works closely with clients on a regular basis to ensure all devices meet or exceed specifications, and the company's commitment and dedication to its customers is unmatched in the industry. For more information, please visit Phase II on the web at www.phaseiimed.com or by phone.

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DDL Quizzler Uncovers Packaging Professionals Extreme Knowledge in the Importance of Extended Shelf Life Validation

Validating Medical Device Packaging for Extended Shelf Ensures Sterility

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- www.testedandproven.com DDL, leader in medical device package and product testing announced that, via findings from their September Validation for Extended Shelf Life Quizzler, nearly 100 percent of the medical device packaging engineers who responded understand the importance of medical device package validation testing for extended shelf life.

"We are pleased to have learned that the packaging engineers who participated in our September Quizzler are aware of the requirements for validating the extended shelf life of medical device packaging," Patrick Nolan, COO of DDL, stated.

The government requires that all sterile medical device products claiming a shelf life or expiration date must have data to support the claim and their packaging must also withstand the same shelf life capability.

"Without proper evidence to support a claimed shelf life capability the product could be recalled by a regulatory body which could significantly delay product introduction to the market," Nolan said.

Before validating a medical device for extended shelf life, several questions must be answered;
1.What types of packages are we validating?
2.What type of expiration date do we want?
3.Which strength and integrity methods do we use?
4.What are the glass-transition, melt, and heat-distortion temperatures of the package and device?

"All sterile medical device products and their packaging must have data to validate their shelf life," Nolan said. "The expiration date can range anywhere from 1-5 years with 3 years being the most common."

Testing for package integrity and sterility is vital to ensuring that there was no loss in package integrity due to the aging study. Generally speaking, ASTM standard F88 is used for strength testing and F1929 is used for integrity testing. Dye leak testing is commonly done on thermoform trays and bubble leak testing is performed on pouches.

To gain more insight into the importance of extended shelf life validation for medical device packaging, please visit http://www.testedandproven.com/shelf_life.html.

About The DDL Packaging Quizzler
DDL's Packaging Quizzler is a semi-monthly online challenge which poses real world packaging questions Medical Device Packaging Professionals encounter on a daily basis.

One randomly-selected winner who correctly answers The Packaging Quizzler will be awarded a prize, such as an iPod.

To participate in the next Quizzler, please visit "The Packaging Quizzler" at http://www.testedandproven.com/lp/quizzler4/.

About DDL
DDL offers expert package, product and material testing services, including shock testing, vibration testing, tensile testing, leak testing and validation services. DDL also recently implemented a package design, development and prototyping department. DDL maintains full service testing labs in Minnesota, Southern California and New Jersey. (www.testedandproven.com)

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Magnalight.com Adds Explosion Proof Floodlights and Fluorescent Paint Booth Lights

Larson Electronics LLC (www.magnalight.com), a manufacturer and supplier of industrial grade lights to the military, utility companies, refineries and manufacturers announced the addition of new explosion proof lights. The new explosion proof lights include battery operated LED flashlights, 400 watt metal halide tank inspection lights and fluorescent lights for paint spray booths.

(PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Larson Electronics LLC (www.magnalight.com), a manufacturer and supplier of industrial grade lights to the military, utility companies, refineries and manufacturers announced the addition of new explosion proof lights. The new explosion proof lights include battery operated LED flashlights, 400 watt metal halide tank inspection lights and fluorescent lights for paint spray booths.

Hazardous locations lights are necessary wherever flammable vapors and dusts are present. While there are different safety levels mandated by OSHA, magnalight.com offers a one stop shop experience for companies operating in mining, petrochemical, oilfield, aerospace, paint spray booth and manufacturing space. Ranging from the quadpod based EPL-24C series, that covers 22,000 square feet per fixture, to high output fluorescents lights found in the EPL-48 series, Larson Electronics, web based www.magnalight.com offers a wide range of intrinsically safe flood lights.

"While our vehicle mounted lights are associated with cable, telephone and electric utilities and our HML-5M is the Escalation of Force military spotlight given to every deployed soldier in Iraq, we now have the largest selection of handheld rechargeable flashlights and lanterns for Class, Division 1 and Class 1 Division II hazardous location areas," said Rob Bresnahan, President of Larson Electronics. "We have the traditional incandescent explosion proof drop lights, but we also offer intrinsically safe LED flashlights, explosion proof High Intensity Discharge flashlights, Class 1 Division II LED spotlights and corded 26 watt fluorescent hand lamps. We also have intrinsically safe headlights, flashlights and LED emitters that run on common alkaline batteries. In short, when it comes to handheld intrinsically safe lighting, we have an option for every application."

"However, we know that environmental companies, oilfield operations and paint spray booth operators need larger explosion proof lights. We continue to add new explosion proof lights every day to meet their needs. Our explosion proof fluorescent lights are ideal for paint booths, inspections and other flood light operations. Our EPL-24C tanks lights produce more than 70,000 lumens and cover 22,000 square feet, which makes them ideal for cleaning and blasting fuel tanks and vessels. We have even adapted them so they can fit through common 18 inch and 24 inch man way access points into tanks and vessels. Our EPL-TP-2X70 series offers 2 waterproof, Class 1 Division 1 metal halide lights on a quadpod stand, covering 26,000 square foot of area. This explosion proof floodlight is popular with shipyards and oil rigs."

"Just last week, we added and explosion proof right angle light that can be clipped to a jacket, vest or helmet, enabling the operator hands free lighting as an alternative to our explosion proof headlight. We have a new intrinsically safe LED flashlight, EXP-LED-F4W, that is under $30 and puts out a tight beam reaching more than 100 feet. We even added explosion proof ventilation fans, the EPF-30P, that pull contaminated and stale air out of confined spaces. Customers that need explosion proof lights also need explosion proof ventilation fans. You combine that with our deep offering of remote controlled spotlights and now our new High Intensity Discharge Golight remote spotlight models, like the GL-3049H-M, popular for oilfield security, and you can see our 'one-stop' strategy really beginning to shape," Rob concluded.

You can learn more about Larson Electronics LLC at www.magnalight.com or 1-800-369-6671.

Contact
Rob Bresnahan
1-800-369-6671
rb @ magnalight.com

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Open Applications Group and CompTIA EIDX Announce a New Direction for High Tech Standards

Agreement, along with new release of OAGIS for High Tech means real progress

Atlanta (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- The Open Applications Group (OAGi) and the Electronic Industry Data Exchange Group (EIDX) of the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) announced today they have signed an agreement to collaborate on building standards for the high-tech industry.

In addition, the Open Applications Group is pleased to announce the general availability of Release 9.3 of OAGIS, which was recently optimized for the high tech business processes order to cash and procure to pay. OAGIS Release 9.3 is the first release of OAGIS specifically tuned for high tech and the first deliverable from the newly formed High Tech Council within the Open Applications Group.

"Intel is looking to the Open Application Group standards to enable off-the-shelf backend integration with our ERP applications," said John Cartwright, Director of Business Network Integration for Intel Corporation. "It takes too much time, resources and costs too much to create the custom code needed today for integration. This is the primary reason for much of the manual processing (both internal and external) we have today."

Moving forward, the High Tech Council and their sponsored OAGIS Working Groups will be meeting in co-located facilities with the CompTIA EIDX business meetings. This enables a specific focus and gathering point for high tech business people, while ensuring that the deliverables fit into the cross industry framework which is OAGIS.

"CompTIA EIDX does a tremendous job of providing a business forum for organizations in the high tech industry," said David Connelly, CEO of the Open Applications Group. "This agreement enables our standards development efforts to engage directly with vertical industries like high tech, while continuing to pursue a standards solution that ensures cross industry interoperability."

"The Open Applications Group is taking their innovative and successful standards work to a new level by collaborating with our EIDX initiative," said Robert Biddle, vice president, e-business and software solutions, CompTIA. "We have a long term relationship with OAGi and look forward to meeting or exceeding the standards needs of the high tech industry. This relationship will ensure that the voice of the high tech customer will be the driving force for high tech standards."

The CompTIA EIDX section provides a unified voice, global leadership and strategic direction to further e-business interoperability. CompTIA EIDX members are committed to advancing industry growth through the development of standards, best practices, accreditations, professional education and development, tools and business solutions. For more information, visit http://eidx.comptia.org/.

About OAGi
OAGi is a non-for-profit open standards organization focused on building cross industry business process interoperability standards. OAGIS was developed to address the need for a common business language to enable business applications to communicate more effectively both within the enterprise as well as outside the enterprise. To learn more about OAGIS or to download the standard for free, go to www.oagi.org.

About CompTIA
The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) is the voice of the world's information technology (IT) industry. Its members are the companies at the forefront of innovation; and the professionals responsible for maximizing the benefits organizations receive from their investments in technology. CompTIA is dedicated to advancing industry growth through its educational programs, market research, networking events, professional certifications, and public policy advocacy. For more information, please visit www.comptia.org.

Contact:
Steven Ostrowski
Director, Corporate Communications
CompTIA
630-678-8468
sostrowski@comptia.org

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Basic Concepts Expands Their Spill Containment Berm Product Line

Basic Concepts, Inc. has expanded their spill containment berm offering with the new Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm. The patented Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm is a four-sided float up wall design that is an ideal solution for portable or permanent secondary containment needs.

Anderson, SC (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Basic Concepts, Inc. has expanded their spill containment berm offering with the new Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm. The patented Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm is a four-sided float up wall design that is an ideal solution for portable or permanent secondary containment needs.

Originally developed as an accessory item for the Modular Channel berm used by the Army Quartermaster Group, the Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm was conceived from the patented Fail Safe™ Berm. The Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm is a natural line extension to Basic Concepts' spill berm offering.

The walls lay flat and in the event of a spill the walls float up with the spilled fluid. This float up action is accomplished by using vinyl encapsulated open-celled Polyurethane foam booms that are RF welded to the top of the wall.

The Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm is designed to be deployed where tight turning radiuses exist. The lay flat design of the Fail Safe ™ Plus Spill Berm offers the user the ability to drive onto the spill berm from any direction without damaging the wall.

The Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm can be manufactured from a variety of coated fabrics to meet most chemical compatibility specifications. The Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm meets or exceeds all state and federal SPCC regulations for secondary containment.

The lay flat design is advantageous in high wind areas where low profile containment is desired. The Fail Safe™ Plus Spill Berm or any other float up type berm are not recommended for use in winter conditions as snow and ice can impede the floatation from rising the walls. Caution must also be taken to not park the vehicle or trailer to be contained on the wall. This will obviously keep the wall from rising in the event of a spill. In regions where snow and ice are common, the patented original Sentry Quickberm inside strap Sentry Quickberm outside strap designs are recommended.

About Basic Concepts
Basic Concepts is a World War II veteran owned small business that manufactures environmental spill containment products. Founded in 1988, the company is celebrating its 20th year of serving a global market one customer at a time. For more information contact Basic Concepts, Inc, 1310 Harris Bridge Rd, Anderson, SC 29621, telephone 1-800-285-4203 or visit the company website at http://www.basicconcepts.com where additional photos and information are available for viewing.

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Southeastern Equipment & Supply Named to Prestigious Inc. 5000 List

Online sales of new and used cleaning equipment help lead Southeastern Equipment to three-year sales growth of 286.7%

West Columbia, SC (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Southeastern Equipment & Supply, Inc. (http://www.southeasternequipment.net), the leading online source for reconditioned and new floor scrubbers and floor buffing and cleaning equipment, is very proud to announce that they have been named as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. magazine. Over the past three years, Southeastern Equipment has experienced revenue growth of over 286%, earning them a spot at No. 1,326 on the 2008 Inc. 5000 list.

This is the first appearance on the renowned Inc. 5000 for Southeastern Equipment, which is a family-owned and operated business founded in 2001 by Lee and Grady Martin. The Martin family has industry roots going back three generations to the mid-1960s, when LeRoy "Roy" Martin started a janitorial supply and chemical manufacturing company to serve the needs of large contractors. Southeastern Equipment sells, leases, and resells new and used floor cleaning equipment to businesses, warehouses, and distribution centers in 25 countries from their headquarters in West Columbia, SC.

Southeastern Equipment's strong growth is due in large part to the dominant presence they have established online for sales of reconditioned cleaning machines at costs of 50% to 60% less than new equipment. Nearly half of the company's 12,000-square-foot facility in South Carolina is dedicated to used equipment, and there are over 500,000 items in their online catalog, from floor scrubber parts to upright vacuum cleaners.

This is the third time this year that Southeastern Equipment has been recognized for their dynamic sales growth. In February, Tennant Company rewarded Southeastern Equipment with an incentive trip to Africa in recognition of their growth of 143% from 2006 to 2007 in sales of Tennant products. In June, Southeastern Equipment's marketing and sales efforts earned the 2007 Advance Commercial Achievement Award from Nilfisk-Advance.

In addition to their general rank of 1,326, Southeastern Equipment was ranked No. 51 out of the top 100 retail companies on the 2008 Inc. list. The list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. To qualify for placement, companies must be U.S.-based and privately owned, 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 revenue in 2007.

For more information, please visit www.southeasternequipment.net. Media inquiries may be directed to Grady Martin at 803-252-0100 or gradym@southeasternequipment.net

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Baxa Corp Now Ranks in Top 35 of Largest Private Companies in Denver Area

Englewood-based Baxa Corporation has been named among the top 35 largest private companies in the area by both the Denver Business Journal (DBJ) and ColoradoBiz Magazine. In each publication, Baxa was in the Top 35 for 2008 - moving up five places to #32 in the DBJ (up from #37 in 2007) and #33 in ColoradoBiz (up from #38 in 2007).

Englewood, CO (PRWEB) September 25, 2008 -- Baxa Corporation has been named one of the Denver metro area's largest private companies in both the ColoradoBiz Magazine and Denver Business Journal (DBJ) annual rankings. In each publication, Baxa was in the Top 35 for 2008 - moving up five places to #32 in the DBJ (up from #37 in 2007) and #33 in ColoradoBiz (up from #38 in 2007).

Both Denver publications survey hundreds of area companies annually in order to identify the top performers. Participating companies are analyzed based on self-reported gross revenue over the past three years.

"I am pleased that Baxa was recognized again among such distinguished private companies. Baxa is a company that was bootstrapped with very little investment capital by our founders back in 1975," says Greg Baldwin, Chairman and CEO. "We have defied the odds to achieve consistent, profitable growth over three decades," he continues. "By taking a generational view, we have built Baxa organically through associate engagement, customer focus, and innovation. We are proud of the leading role we play in medication preparation and delivery worldwide."

Further, Baxa Corporation was named a finalist for the third consecutive year in the Best Companies to Work for in Colorado competition. Inc.com also included Baxa Corporation in its annual ranking of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the country, the Inc 5000, for the second consecutive year.

Baxa Corporation provides systems and products that streamline pharmacy operations for oral liquid delivery, sterile IV preparation and mixing multi-source parenteral solutions. The company's products provide solutions for enhancing patient safety, improving drug preparation procedures and reducing the opportunity for medication errors.

About the Denver Business Journal (DBJ):
The DBJ, owned by parent company the American City Business Journals, is the nation's oldest weekly business journal. In addition to its print edition, the DBJ offers an online version, where readers find the latest breaking business news, updated throughout the day, and other top stories and popular features. For more information, visit http://denver.bizjournals.com.

About ColoradoBiz Magazine:
ColoradoBiz is a monthly magazine dedicated to covering the booming Colorado economy, business, finance, high-technology and other fields. Owned by WiesnerMedia LLC, ColoradoBiz has been published continually for more than 35 years. Circulation, both qualified and direct-requested by individual subscribers, is at an all-time high - and growing. For more information, visit http://www.cobizmag.com.

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

Contacts:
Marian Robinson, Vice President, Marketing
Baxa Corporation: 800.567.2292 ext. 2157 or 303.617.2157

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

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QlikTech Named Winner of Midsize Enterprise Summit's 'Mid Market Innovation Awards'

QlikView, QlikTech's market-leading business analysis solution, was awarded the Best Midmarket Solution in Software, based on voting by more than 300 executives attending the Midsize Enterprise Summit event. This is the fourth time in a row that QlikView was selected by IT decision makers at these events held around the country.

Radnor, PA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- QlikTech, the world's fastest-growing Business Intelligence (BI) software vendor, today announced that QlikView has been named a winner of Midsize Enterprise Summit's 'Mid Market Innovation Awards.' The awards are a proven springboard to increased brand awareness and product credibility in the mid market.

QlikView was recognized for the fourth time in a row as the Best Midmarket Solution in the Software category at this event. Through the use of patented in-memory association technology, QlikView works the way the human mind works, connecting related data from many sources allowing information to be freely explored from different perspectives. The result delivers accurate answers and better insights for better business performance.

The awards were presented on September 16th, at the Summit held in Grapevine, Texas. The Midsize Enterprise Summit brought technology providers together with over 300 of North America's top mid market executives. For over a decade now these events have driven business in the through: Private Boardroom Appointments, One-on-One Meetings, Industry Insight Sessions and Networking events.

The Mid Market Innovation Awards are the only awards in the channel voted on solely by the attending IT Decision-Makers who directly influence their customers' technology buying decisions. After two days of boardroom presentations and one-on-one meetings, the decision-makers vote on the products and services presented at the show.

At the event, QlikTech presented with its customer National Frozen Foods, one of the nation's premier frozen vegetable producers. With QlikView, National Frozen Foods demonstrated how they pull together key production data across multiple systems and deliver dynamic reporting through a single online portal. Employees at National Frozen Foods are now empowered to analyze production and supply data in real time so they can react quickly to changes in demand thereby increasing productivity.

"Having our customer share their success story at this event provides a much more valuable experience for everyone," said Bob Langer, President of the Americas for QlikTech. "Our message is simple and straightforward so delivering it in a peer to peer environment really resonates with IT executives."

About QlikTech
QlikTech's flagship product, QlikView, simplifies analysis for everyone. QlikView works the way your mind works - making associations by connecting data from many sources in a few clicks. This patented in-memory association technology brings fast results and better decision making to a wide range of customers and industries. QlikView is intuitive to learn, simple to modify and can be deployed in less than a week.

Named the world's fastest-growing Business Intelligence software vendor by IDC, QlikTech has more than 9,000 customers in 87 countries and more than 500 partners worldwide. QlikTech was founded in Lund, Sweden and is headquartered in Radnor, PA (USA) with direct operations throughout Europe and the Americas. QlikTech offers a fully functional, free trial of QlikView and a 30-day money-back guarantee. For more information, please visit www.qlikview.com or subscribe to the QlikView XML RSS Feed.

About Midsize Enterprise Summit
The only global event addressing the information technology issues unique to midsize organizations. This by "invitation only" Event brings senior IT executives together with leading and emerging technology providers to enable strategic IT decision making. midsizeenterprise.com.

About Vision Events
Vision Events, a division of United Business Media, is a leading producer of highly focused business events that bring resellers and end users together with leading and emerging technology providers in private boardroom appointments and case study presentations to form strategic partnerships and secure new business in the technology sector. Additional information about Vision Events can be found at visionevents.com.

Everything Channel (www.everythingchannel.com, www.channelweb.com)
Everything Channel, formerly CMP Channel, is the global leader in technology sales and serves as the one stop shop for the sales channel that drives 75 percent of technology sales throughout the world. IT suppliers and Solution Providers turn to Everything Channel to manage and accelerate their business. Everything Channel provides the answer to strategy and branding, online marketing, research/market intelligence, lead generation, branded and custom events, education and workflow tools targeted to those who buy and sell through the Channel. Everything Channel is a subsidiary of United Business Media (http://www.unitedbusinessmedia.com/), a global provider of news distribution and specialist information services with a market capitalization of more than $2.5 billion.

QlikTech and QlikView are trademarks or registered trademarks of QlikTech International AB. Other company names, product names and company logos mentioned herein are the trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Contacts:
For QlikTech:
Bonnie Ravina, Full Circle Communications
Email: bRavina @ fullcirclecomm.com; Phone: +1 610.279.6488

For Vision Events
Mark Britton, Vision Events
Email: mbritton @ visionevents.com; Phone: 603-471-4219

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CyberOptic Group First US Openbravo ERP Partner Implementation Sees Immediate Return On Investment

Florida-based systems integrator CyberOptic Group, LLC (CyOp) announced today the first US Partner installation of Openbravo ERP with significant immediate benefits realized by the client including identification of missing inventory and insight into manufacturing costs.

West Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Florida-based systems integrator CyberOptic Group, LLC (CyOp) announced today the first US Partner installation of OpenbravoERP with significant immediate benefits realized by the client.

CyOp specializes in the development and implementation of robust Internet-based technologies that drive revenues to the bottom line of small businesses. CyOp was contacted several months ago by a revolutionary new skincare products manufacturer to develop a software application that would enable efficient management of the client's rapidly expanding business.

In performing research to determine the best options available, CyOp discovered OpenbravoERP, a fast growing and full-featured open source Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software application from European-based Openbravo, S.L.

CyOp proposed and implemented a solution that combined OpenbravoERP with CyOp's development, training, and managed hosting and support services.

In doing so, CyOp was able to create a solution that would meet the client's current and future needs while requiring no capital expenses for hardware, no software licensing fees, no proprietary vendor "lock-in", and no technical administrator needed on the part of the client.

The client went live on CyOp's OpenbravoERP implementation in July and has already realized significant immediate benefits as a result.

Since all purchase orders, warehousing & inventory management are handled by OpenbravoERP, for the first time since the company's inception the client was able to view an accurate total of valued inventory at each warehouse location, and using the system, they were able to identify $22,350 in valued inventory that had never been received.

Next, the system calculates all the costs involved during the manufacturing process which allows the client to also view accurate costing of each item. This revealed that, for several products, the cost of manufacturing actually exceeded the client's distributor pricing, prompting a planned price increase.

Jonathan Castleman, President of CyberOptic Group, noted, "The more we learned about Openbravo, the more impressed we were with both the application and the company, and we immediately became one of Openbravo's initial three US Partners."

"We're proud to have Openbravo's first US Partner installation and extremely pleased with both the speed and ease of implementation along with the fantastic results realized by our client," Castleman added.

Due to the success seen as a result of CyOp's OpenbravoERP implementation, the client has also contracted CyOp to build a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) application to enable better management of its sales campaigns, opportunities, and distribution channels.

ABOUT CYBEROPTIC GROUP, LLC:

CyberOptic Group provides commerce software and infrastructure solutions to small businesses including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Business Process Management (BPM), Point of Sale (POS), and Merchant Solutions. CyberOptic Group combines the best features of open source with the best features of Software as a Service (SaaS), enabling organizations to effectively own, control and modify as needed, their own application without the large expenses of hardware acquisition & maintenance, software licensing, data center facilities or an IT staff.

For more information on CyberOptic Group, please contact Jonathan Castleman, President, at (800) 376-9704 x401 or visit their web site at cyop.net.

For more information on Openbravo, please visit their web site at openbravo.com.

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RSA Corp Extends Special Aid to Clients and Employees after Hurricane Ike

Financial assistance and emergency technology support help get business back online

Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- RSA Corp, a Houston-based business technology services and IT staffing firm, weathered Hurricane Ike and initiated its disaster recovery plan to address operational capabilities, employee needs and client relations. Crisis IT support was available to all clients beginning early Sunday. RSA employees were offered financial aid and extended time-off.

"We can't ignore the human aspect of this catastrophe," said George Black, Galveston resident and CEO at RSA Corp. "This recovery will take a long time, personally and professionally. RSA has to play a role in rebuilding people's lives, not simply the business technology operations of our clients."

As a Houston-based company, many RSA employees were impacted by the storm. Some lost their entire homes. RSA made interest-free loans available to employees who sustained damage to homes and property. Employees impacted by the storm were given a week to take care of family and property before returning to work full-time.

In addition to offering recovery services to clients, RSA Corp executed its own business continuity plan, keeping in touch with clients before and immediately after the storm to ensure continuity of service. Non-technical assistance was provided, such as delivering batteries, newspapers and water. RSA also researched viable alternative locations for business operations and provided co-location services.

RSA plans to sponsor a Habitat for Humanity home for storm victims later this year, in addition to organizing Rock Fest 2008 - Guitar Hero Tournament and Concert for a Cure, a fundraiser benefiting Alex's Lemonade Stand and the fight against childhood cancer.

About RSA
Founded in 1980 as Robert Shields & Associates, RSA Corp is a Houston-based business technology services firm that solves business problems and helps companies grow through technology. RSA offers enterprise resource planning (ERP) consulting and systems integration, business technology consulting services and full-service IT support. As a strategic partner, RSA examines each client's business vision and then innovates technology solutions to support that vision.

RSA Corp also provides IT staffing services, specializing in technology leadership positions, software engineers and PeopleSoft, Oracle, JD Edwards, Java and .NET consultants. RSA connects with highly skilled candidates from across the globe and offers contract staffing, contract-to-hire, direct hire and payroll services. For three years, RSA has been recognized by the Houston Business Journal and FastTech 50 as one of Houston's fastest-growing technology companies. In 2007, RSA was acknowledged by Inc. magazine as one of the 5,000 fastest-growing U.S. companies. For more information, visit www.RSACorp.com.

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Brown Jordan Launches Custom Design Tool For Luxury Leisure Furnishing Collections

Brown Jordan Launches Custom Design Tool For Luxury Leisure Furnishing Collections powered by Preface8 eConfigurator

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Brown Jordan, the first company to create furniture for full-time outdoor use designed to complement the leisure lifestyle, has gathered great acclaim from their customers and dealers with the launch of Custom Design Tool.

With its June redesign, Brown Jordan website showcases over 30 collections in a range of design styles and features Custom Design Tool powered by Preface8 eConfigurator that allows users to customize and visualize outdoor furniture from the comfort of their home. Custom Design Tool enables users to instantly view a variety of furniture styles and choices using fabric patterns, fabric colors, metal finishes, plastic straps/laces and other materials. Custom Design Tool also gives users the power to zoom and pan into each configured product at high resolution and magnification. The users can print out the image of the configured piece of furniture and take it to the nearby authorized dealer to place an order.

Preface8 eConfigurator proprietary imaging engine requires just one single high-resolution image per product while producing nearly unlimited number of product configurations, thus saving Brown Jordan hundreds of thousands of dollars in photography costs. With more than 30 pieces of configurable furniture and hundreds of fabrics and finishes, Custom Design Tool allows for more than 30,000 product configurations. To retain the high quality of product renderings, all images are stored on Preface8 Platform ensuring fast download times even with low-bandwidth internet connections. Thanks to this robust platform users never have to wait to zoom and pan the images.

To test drive the Brown Jordan Custom Design Tool, click here.
To find out more about Preface8 eConfigurator and see samples, click here.

About Preface Media, Inc.:
Preface Media Inc. provides client care, technical expertise, creativity, and integrity for Web applications. We develop and host custom dynamic Web content solutions that seamlessly integrate into your existing infrastructure and bring your business to life online. The Preface8 platform offers robust architecture for flash enabled catalogs, digital publications, virtual 3D presentations and rich media solutions. With experienced consultants and employees throughout the USA and Asia, Preface Media provides businesses with state-of-the-art knowledge and a full range of creative services.

Contact:
Kevin Yao
Preface Media, Inc.
Tel: 972.444.8462
Fax: 866.616.9556
Email: media @ prefacemedia.com
Web Site: www.PrefaceMedia.com

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DealerPeak Completes Advanced GM Certification Path

Process of handling Sales, Parts and Service leads made faster, smoother.

Portland, OR (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- DealerPeak, (www.dealerpeak.com), a leading provider of integrated solutions to enhance phone, Web, and floor traffic for auto dealerships, announced today the successful completion of the second round of its GM Certified CRM Provider certification process. With this certification, DealerPeak joins a very small number of CRM providers to receive the coveted second--and more difficult--certification level from General Motors Corporation.

By achieving this new certification, the process of migrating sales leads from GM's website to the dealer's own CRM system is now smoother and faster than before. In addition to improving how sales leads are transferred, the GM-certification process evaluated how the DealerPeak CRM system handled Parts and Service leads.

"We were proud to be one of the first CRM companies to complete this more rigorous certification process and to do so in such a timely manner," stated Jock Schowalter, DealerPeak president. "We hope dealers who have a desire to manage Parts and Service opportunities will consider our GM-certified solution for their needs."

About DealerPeak
DealerPeak, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, launched its trend-setting customer relationship management and website solutions in 2000. Since its launch, the company has attracted hundreds of loyal dealer clients, including major auto groups such as Ron Tonkin Auto and Dick Hannah Auto Group dealerships. The company has experienced continued growth by staying true to its core value of providing state-of-the-art solutions for CRM, Websites and digital marketing that work seamlessly across one, unified Web-based platform. This single-platform approach enables DealerPeak's clients to reduce costs from multiple vendors, as well as bring solutions to market faster than their competition.

For more information, send an email to info @ dealerpeak.com or call 877 604 3569.

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ECS Successfully Performs 100 Percent During PG&E's Event

On August 14, 2008, ECS' customers performed successfully, allowing ECS to fulfill their contractual commitment for the month of August.

San Francisco, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- In the first emergency reduction event of the summer called under its contract with Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc. (ECS), the largest privately held demand response company in the country, successfully performed 100% of their contracted load for Summer 2008 participation.

On August 14, 2008, ECS' customers performed successfully, allowing ECS to fulfill their contractual commitment for the month of August. During the event, customers were asked to shut down their electricity usage for a two hour period in order to relieve stress from the grid. In turn, the participants will be paid based on their electricity reduction that will be measured against a baseline over the 10 days prior to the event.

"ECS has proven itself in PG&E and we are pleased with how successful we have been not only in enrolling hundreds of companies in the program, but ensuring that those customers actually perform when called upon," said Stephen Lynch, Principal and co-founder of ECS. "PowerPay! California, ECS' program brand name, is a program that is good for everyone involved: the participating business that earns significant money; the utility which has a more stable grid to supply load to its customers; and the community for helping to avoid blackouts, reducing energy costs and enjoying a positive impact on the environment by reducing carbon emissions."

Customers received a day-ahead notification of the event and responded by reducing electricity usage such as shutting off lights, shifting production, and pre-cooling air conditioning. To sum up the significance of the 100% performance Lynch said, "Demand response sometimes gets a bad name in terms of its reliability, but this successful performance demonstrates just how reliable demand response resources can be given the proper program design and program framework. Demand response should be treated on par with generation and supply resources."

About Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc.
ECS offers turnkey, administrative and a la carte demand response services. Energy Curtailment Specialists is currently serving markets in all of New York, California, New England, Kansas City, PJM territories and Ontario, Canada. For more information, call 877-711-5453 or visit them on the web at www.ecsgrid.com.

Media Contact:
Tracey Penner
Communications Specialist, ECS
877-711-5453 x233
tpenner @ ecsgrid.com

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SnugHarness.com Publishes 7 Fall Protection Videos to Prevent OSHA Fines

The premier fall protection equipment website,SnugHarness.com has today announced a new video in their arsenal of entertaining and how-to videos. Each video production showcases specific ways to help prevent OSHA fines by wearing the proper safety equipment on the construction or industrial job site.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- The entertaining and information videos cover the following safety concerns:

1. Selecting a Hi-Vis Safety Vest Video: Discover what to look for when shopping for your next Hi-Visibility garment. Explains the three classes under ANSI 107.

2. Coal Mining Safety Tribute Video: Remembering the hard working men and women of the coal mining industry. Showcases a special harness for attaching additional gear specific to their needs.

3. How to Inspect a Safety Harness Video: Before using check these life saving tips.

4. How to Put On a Safety Harness Video: Learn the proper steps for putting on a safety harness in this exclusive how-to instruction.

5. Rescue and Retrieval Video: An introduction into the basics of rescue and retrieval.

6. The TACBR’s of Fall Protection Video: A fresh take at the ABC's of Fall Protection, this video covers the basic components of a fall protection system.

7. The Bucket of Safe-Tie: An in depth look at the features and contents of the Guardian Bucket of Safety….ideal for roofing contractors.

The staff at SnugHarness.com believes that they can have fun with videos when providing serious Fall Protection Safety Gear to save your life. It just might help get your workers to wear the equipment that will protect them while on the job and on the roof. All videos are available online at SnugHarness.com under the How-To videos for Fall Protection Training category.

SnugHarness.com takes the time to group all the hard-to-find fall equipment safety products in one place. You can find the best tools, roof anchors, safety harnesses, and protective gear to make your life on the roof a whole lot safer….

Located in the heart of Wisconsin…. where a good days work is valued, the SnugHarness.com staff of experts never fall from the task. The staff delivers straight talk on what works best for you and then ships it fast. They want to keep you snug and safe…

If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule and interview with John Charles Steinmuller please contact us at SnugHarness.com 608-838-3300 a Division of Safety Plus Products Inc, 4123 Terminal Drive Suite 210, McFarland, WI 5355

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What Makes Large Scale Jatropha Projects Tick? Three Industry Experts Offer Insights

With numerous Jatropha projects underway, it is critical for those in the Jatropha industry to have a firm grasp on the practices that will contribute to Jatropha's success as a viable biofuel. As a forerunner to JatrophaWorld Hamburg 2008, a free one-hour webinar, scheduled for September 30, 2008, "Setting Up Successful Jatropha Projects" will provide a platform to discuss this critical topic and more.

Hamburg, Germany (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- As a precursor to JatrophaWorld Hamburg 2008, a free one-hour webinar "Setting Up Successful Jatropha Projects" will commence September 30, 2008 at 9:00 am EST (USA), 3:00 pm CET (Central Europe), 6:30pm IST (India), and 9:00 pm SST (Singapore). Dr. R. Rajagopal will chair the event, joined by Thilo Zelt and Jamey Hadden, to answer hard-hitting questions by Jatropha investors.

"Setting Up Successful Jatropha Projects" will provide a platform for Jatropha investors to have their questions answered by experts in the field as well as join in lively discussions on Jatropha's outlook as a viable, sustainable biofuel.

Critical questions to be addressed during the webinar include:

* How can Jatropha Curcas be grown in a sustainable way?
* Which is the better approach -- collective farming or large scale Jatropha expansion projects?
* What are key factors in deciding on strategies to be adopted by Jatropha project developers?
* What are the risks and barriers to Jatropha investments?

Chairperson, Dr. R Rajagopal burst onto the Jatropha scene with his position paper 'Jatropha as a Biodiesel Feedstock: A Strategic Analysis', downloaded by more than 2000 people worldwide. He recently penned a critical update 'Best Practices for Long-Term Jatropha Development', which has also created a buzz.

In his latest position paper, Dr. Rajagopal discussed the need for Jatropha sustainability standards. He states, "Developing sustainability criteria for feedstocks based on renewable resources is critical for long-term viability of any biofuel project as it would minimize the sociological and environmental impacts of such projects."

Panelist Jamey Hadden is currently working with the Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to develop Jatropha cultivation projects. Sharing an investor's views on Jatropha, Hadden states, "This is a long-term business and we are at the very beginning. No one should get into this for a quick return because it's not there."

Guest panelist Thilo Zelt's affiliation with Global Exchange for Social Investment makes him particularly poised to offer insights into the development of sustainable Jatropha projects and Jatropha's long-term biofuel potential. As one of the authors of the "First Global Market Study on Jatropha," Zelt has familiarized himself with over 242 global Jatropha projects.

To participate in the September 30, 2008 webcast, visit http://www.futureenergyevents.com/jatropha/webcastH/ to register.

JatrophaWorld Hamburg 2008 scheduled October 20 - 21, 2008 will lend further insights into practices necessary for Jatropha's commercial biofuel success. This much anticipated two-day conference will gather into one arena Jatropha investors, venture capitalists, financiers, government officials, agronomists and biodiesel producers from all four corners of the globe to discuss key success strategies that include:

* Choosing the best location for Jatropha projects in terms of local legislation, funding, agro-climatic conditions, labor and logistics.
* Adopting best practices in Jatropha Agronomy and Processing for maximum income returns.
* Setting up a profitable Jatropha plantation.
* Mapping global biofuel blending specifications and demand for Jatropha oil.
* Complete utilization of Jatropha Curcas L, including biowaste and seedcake.
* Evaluating risk for a realistic view of Jatropha project potential for long-term forecasting.
* Meeting and networking with strategic people to attract expertise, investors and government support for Jatropha projects.

Those wanting to attend this timely and informative two-day conference need to visit http://www.futureenergyevents.com/jatropha/attend/ to register.
About JatrophaWorld:
JATROPHAWORLD 2008 is a showcase of all the latest trends and shifts occurring in the Jatropha value chain, bringing together on a single platform, the best expertise to discuss and analyze the present and future dynamics of Jatropha. JATROPHAWORLD is organized by the Centre for Management Technology whose mission is to provide access to the latest technology and business intelligence through high profile alternative energy conferences.

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Clipper Windpower Announces Appointment of Doug Pertz as President and Chief Executive Officer

Pertz brings extensive experience in leading substantial publically traded companies; James GP Dehlsen continues in role as chairman of the board of directors. -- Clipper Windpower Plc ("Clipper") today announced the appointment of Douglas Pertz as President and Chief Executive Officer. James, GP Dehlsen, the company's co-founder who has led the company as CEO and Board Chairman, will continue in the Chairman's role to help guide corporate strategy and lead product market positioning and new technology development.

Carpinteria, CA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Clipper Windpower Plc ("Clipper") today announced the appointment of Douglas Pertz as President and Chief Executive Officer. James, GP Dehlsen, the company's co-founder who has led the company as CEO and Board Chairman, will continue in the Chairman's role to help guide corporate strategy and lead product market positioning and new technology development.

"On behalf of the Board, I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Douglas Pertz as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Clipper, effective September 23, 2008," said James GP Dehlsen, Board Chairman. "I have worked closely with Doug since he joined the Company as Interim Chief Operating Officer in May 2008. Throughout this period, the Board of Directors and I have gained a high level of confidence in his business acumen, work ethic and his clear ability to provide effective and energetic leadership. Doug has a clear vision of Clipper's strategic and tactical issues and has already been contributing directly and effectively across all aspects of Clipper's activity."

"With this change, I will dedicate more time to corporate strategy, product and technology development, including the Britannia offshore turbine project, and broader communication of Clipper's unique position and the wind industry's vital role in the urgent task of transforming our economy toward greater energy security and sustainability. "While stepping back from day-to-day operational issues, I will remain very much involved in the progress of Clipper," added Dehlsen.

Appointed as a non-executive director by the Clipper Board on May 12, 2008, Doug Pertz has been serving as Interim Chief Operating Officer of Clipper Windpower since May of this year. Prior to his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, Mr. Pertz was a Partner with One Equity Partners, and served as Chairman and CEO of IMC Global, Inc. until it merged to form the Mosaic Company.

Previously, Mr. Pertz served as President and CEO, and as a Board Member of Culligan Water Technologies, Inc., Group Executive and Corporate VP of the Danaher Corporation, and held executive positions in the power generating activities of Cummins Engine Company and Caterpillar. He is a director since 2004 of Nalco Holding Co. and previously a director of Compass Minerals International, the Mosaic Company, and Bowater Incorporated. Mr. Pertz earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue.

"I couldn't imagine a more exciting time to be joining Clipper and taking part in the wind energy sector," said Doug Pertz, President and CEO of Clipper Windpower. "With Clipper's revolutionary wind turbine technologies, we have a tremendous opportunity to be a leader in the rapidly growing and vital alternative energy market."

"I am honored to carry on the tradition that Jim and his son, Brent Dehlsen, have built over the past six years, and look forward to leading Clipper through its next phase of growth," he added.

About Clipper Windpower:
Clipper Windpower, www.clipperwind.com, is a rapidly growing company engaged in wind energy technology, turbine manufacturing, and wind project development. With offices in the United Kingdom, United States of America (California, Colorado, Iowa, and Maryland), Denmark, and Mexico and a ISO9001:2000 QMS Certified, 330,000 square foot manufacturing and assembly facility located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the company designs advanced wind turbines, manufactures its 2.5-MW Liberty wind turbine and actively develops wind power generating projects in the Americas and Europe. Clipper is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange's Alternative Investment Market (AIM). Clipper's ticker symbol is CWP.

The ordinary shares of Clipper Windpower Plc are traded on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange and are not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Such shares may not be offered or sold to residents of the United States or to persons acting on their behalf, or to other persons who are "United States Persons" within the meaning of Regulation S as promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, unless such shares have been registered under the Securities Act or there is an available exemption from registration.

For more information contact:
Mary McCann-Gates
Director, Global Communications

Clipper Windpower Inc.
6305 Carpinteria Avenue, Suite 300
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(main) 805.690.3275
(direct) 805.576.1323
(fax) 805.899.1115
(mobile) 661.301.0400
mmccann @ clipperwind.com

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Clipper Windpower Appoints Michael Keane as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President

Keane brings substantial functional and executive leadership experience within the manufacturing, technology, and information technology services sectors. Clipper Windpower Plc ("Clipper"), in a statement delivered to the London Stock Exchange's Regulatory News Service on July 28, 2008, announced the appointment of Michael Keane as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President, effective September 2, 2008.

Carpinteria, CA (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- Clipper Windpower Plc ("Clipper"), in a statement delivered to the London Stock Exchange's Regulatory News Service on July 28, 2008, announced the appointment of Michael Keane as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President, effective September 2, 2008.

"Michael brings to Clipper a substantial track record of both functional and executive leadership," said Douglas Pertz, President and Chief Executive Officer. "His financial expertise within the manufacturing, technology, and information technology (IT) services sectors, combined with his proven abilities with manufacturing-based, public companies will be invaluable as we continue to expand Clipper's capability within the global wind energy sector."

Prior to joining Clipper, Mr. Keane served as CFO for a number of publicly-listed companies over the past 12 years, including Western Atlas Inc., Unova, Inc., and Computer Sciences Corporation, a US$16.5 billion global IT services company. His prior experience also includes positions with Litton Industries and Price Waterhouse. Mr. Keane holds a BS in accounting from Illinois State University, an MBA from the Anderson Graduate School of Management at UCLA, and is a Certified Public Accountant.

About Clipper Windpower:
Clipper Windpower, www.clipperwind.com, is a rapidly growing company engaged in wind energy technology, turbine manufacturing, and wind project development. With offices in the United Kingdom, United States of America (California, Colorado, Iowa, and Maryland), Denmark, and Mexico and a ISO9001:2000 QMS Certified, 330,000 square foot manufacturing and assembly facility located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the company designs advanced wind turbines, manufactures its 2.5-MW Liberty wind turbine and actively develops wind power generating projects in the Americas and Europe. Clipper is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange's Alternative Investment Market (AIM). Clipper's ticker symbol is CWP.

The ordinary shares of Clipper Windpower Plc are traded on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange and are not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Such shares may not be offered or sold to residents of the United States or to persons acting on their behalf, or to other persons who are "United States Persons" within the meaning of Regulation S as promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, unless such shares have been registered under the Securities Act or there is an available exemption from registration.

For more information contact:
Mary McCann-Gates
Director, Global Communications

Clipper Windpower Inc.
6305 Carpinteria Avenue, Suite 300
Carpinteria, CA 93013
(main) 805.690.3275
(direct) 805.576.1323
(fax) 805.899.1115
(mobile) 661.301.0400
mmccann @ clipperwind.com

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RedPrairie Expands Operations with New Development Center in Buenos Aires

New RedPrairie and NetLogistiK center will serve growing customer base for supply chain management

MILWAUKEE (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- RedPrairie Corporation, a world leading consumer driven optimization company, and its partner NetLogistiK, have signed an agreement to further expand into Argentina with a new development center in Buenos Aires, for supply chain management solutions and other products.

RedPrairie and NetLogistiK work with leading companies throughout Latin America, including Accel, Celsur, Farmacias del Ahorro, Grupo Dico, Liverpool, Multipack, and Servicargo.

“This is a very strategic project that illustrates RedPrairie’s commitment and leadership to this region,” says NetLogistiK CEO Francisco Giral. “The establishment of the center is a natural next step in our partnership and will bolster an already thriving practice.”

Engineers at the new site will initially focus on RedPrairie supply chain management solutions to be deployed across the globe.

“This is a tremendous project for both companies,” says RedPrairie CEO Mike Mayoras. “The new development center will provide direct access to a very talented resource pool for creating supply chain solutions and other products deployed not only in Latin America, but worldwide. This center will also establish a stronger local presence, and result in superior customer service for our regional clients. Our two companies have been able to quickly capitalize on this opportunity because we have enjoyed a very successful partnership for over five years.”

About NetLogistiK

NetLogistiK is a leader in providing experienced logistics consulting and best-of-breed supply chain management solutions and execution software implementation services for Latin America.

The mission of NetLogistiK is to generate fast and lasting results in the extended supply chain – reductions in operating costs, improvements in levels of customer satisfaction, increases in productivity and throughput – by providing the broadest and most comprehensive portfolio of logistics technology solutions combined with deep expertise in supply chain best practices. Clients include Farmacias del Ahorro, Grupo Dico, Liverpool, Multipack, and Servicargo, among others.

For additional information, call (52)555-282-1321 (Mexico City), (54)11-5353-0303 (Argentina), (55)31-3297-2549 (Brazil), (56) 2392-5000 (Chile), or email info@netlogistik.com. Further information can be found at www.Netlogistik.com.

About RedPrairie Corporation

RedPrairie is a world leading consumer driven optimization company. Built on an advanced Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) developed over the past 15 years, the RedPrairie integrated suite of solutions offers on-demand capabilities to over 32,000 sites worldwide for many of the world’s largest companies.

RedPrairie’s E2e™ solutions synchronize people and products throughout the customer buying cycle to ensure goods reach the right place at the right time. At the point of sale, this means consumers have access to desired products and that the store is staffed with the right people to help them make their purchases. In the production cycle, it means suppliers and manufacturers time and synchronize shipments and production based on demand signals from the retailer. And in the back room of the store, it means having the least amount of inventory, solving the “last yard” problem of the retail supply chain.

With 20 global service sites and standard service methods that have been validated over the last 30 years, RedPrairie provides unparalleled service and support. For additional information, call 1.877.733.7724, or access www.RedPrairie.com.

RedPrairie is a registered trademark of RedPrairie Corporation.

E2e is a trademark of RedPrairie Corporation.

© 2008 RedPrairie Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Other product and service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

Release Summary:

RedPrairie Corporation, a world leading consumer driven optimization company, and partner NetLogistiK, have signed an agreement to expand into Argentina with a center in Buenos Aires, focusing on supply chain management solutions.

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X-Rite Launches @ photokina ColorChecker Global Contest for Best or Most Original Use

Where In the World Is Your ColorChecker? Launches in Hall 4.1 Stand D050

COLOGNE, Germany (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- PHOTOKINA ’08 WORLD-OF-IMAGING Trade Show – X-Rite, Incorporated, the world leader in color management and measurement technologies (www.xrite.com), launches a global contest for its standards-setting ColorChecker product at photokina, September 23–28, 2008 in Cologne, Germany.

Photokina provides a perfect platform to launch a global contest that encourages photographers to showcase the creativity with which they check the color balance in their photographic workflow using the ColorChecker.

Where In The World Can You Win? Hall 4.1 Stand D050

The X-Rite ColorChecker (www.xrite.com/product_overview.aspx?ID=820) is a checkerboard array of 24 scientifically prepared colored squares that match the colors of natural objects under any illumination and with any color reproduction process.

Graphic artists, imagers, cinematographers and digital photographers have long relied on ColorChecker to verify the true color balance of monitors, film, prints, scanners, or virtually any device in the creative workflow.

At Photokina this year, X-Rite launches “Where in the World is your ColorChecker?” which recognizes the best or most original photos using ColorChecker. The contest runs through December 10, 2008, when a panel of industry experts–including some of X-Rite’s top Coloratti – will judge all submissions, selecting 10 top photos to award and post online. For contest details visit: www.xrite.com/witwcolorchecker

The company will give away 100 Mini ColorCheckers daily and chances to win either an X-Rite i1Display 2 or a X-Rite ColorMunki Photo. To win, register at the X-Rite Stand D050 in Hall 4.1.

PRESS CONFERENCE: Thursday 25th September 2008, at 11:00 CET

In The Rheinsaal IV (Congress-Centrum Nord),

Embargoed Information On An All-New ColorChecker

About X-Rite

(NASDAQ: XRIT) X-Rite is the global leader in color science and technology. The company, which includes color industry leader PANTONE Inc., develops, manufactures, markets and supports innovative color solutions through measurement systems, software, color standards and services. (www.xrite.com)

Release Summary:

X-Rite, world leader in color solutions launches contest for its ColorChecker at photokina giving away 100 Mini ColorCheckers daily and chances to win an i1Display 2 or ColorMunki Photo.

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SCHOTT Gemtron Wins Patent Infringement Case Against Saint-Gobain Corporation

The judgment states that 35 of Saint-Gobain's specifically identified lines of refrigerator shelves that have been or are being imported into, used, or sold in the United States infringe SCHOTT Gemtron's patent.

Detroit, MI (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 24, 2008 -- The United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan has entered Final Judgment in favor of SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation and against Saint-Gobain Corporation (case # 1:04CV0387) for violating SCHOTT Gemtron's United States Patent No. 6,679,573 ("the 573 patent"). The Judgment, which is based on a jury verdict and rulings of the Court, states that 35 of Saint-Gobain's specifically identified lines of refrigerator shelves that have been or are being imported into, used, or sold in the United States infringe the '573 patent. That patent covers refrigerator shelves that are made of a plastic frame and a glass panel that snap together.

The Judgment awards SCHOTT Gemtron compensatory damages relating to the sales of refrigerator shelves manufactured by Saint-Gobain Corporation that infringe on the 573 patent. Additionally, the Court issued an injunction against Saint-Gobain relating to the making, using, selling, or offering for sale of refrigerator shelves that infringe upon the 573 patent. The injunction will go into effect if the Judgment is not appealed or if the Judgment is affirmed on appeal.

"SCHOTT Gemtron applauds the ruling of the court confirming the jury's verdict that our patent is valid and infringed and granting the injunction," stated Douglas Roberts, President and CEO of SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation. "SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation prides itself on creating innovative solutions to our customers, and this ruling will enable us to continue to do just that."

About SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation
SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation (Sweetwater, Tenn.) is a joint venture of AGC Flat Glass North America, Inc. and the majority shareholder SCHOTT. AGC is a subsidiary of Asahi Glass Co. Ltd., one of the world's largest float-glass organizations. SCHOTT is a technology-driven, international group that sees its core purpose as the lasting improvement of living and working conditions through special materials and high-tech solutions. SCHOTT's Flat Glass business has operations in Europe, Asia, South America, and North America, with SCHOTT Gemtron serving North American customers.

SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation is a leading manufacturer and fabricator of glass, metal and molded components for the appliance industry. Through expert solutions and close collaboration with customers, SCHOTT Gemtron Corporation delivers a steady stream of innovation and value to its worldwide customers and partners.

Press Contact:
Brian Lynch
P: (914) 831-2287
E: brian.lynch@us.schott.com
www.us.schott.com

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ADMET introduces DForce Dynamic Tester

Performs low-force cyclic testing.

Norwood, Mass. (PRWEB) September 24, 2008 -- ADMET Inc., a provider of integrated materials testing systems, today introduced a low-force, high-speed tabletop universal testing machine for fatigue testing materials and structures.

Called DForce, the tabletop machine features a linear motor for precise, high-speed tests in both vertical and horizontal orientations with actuator strokes from 25mm to 300mm with 10 μm (micrometer) resolution. Coupled with ADMET's MTESTQuattro™ controller and software, it provides precise closed loop force and displacement controls for dynamic fatigue testing to 15 Hz. It also offers data acquisition, real-time plotting and reporting.

DForce performs compression, tension and flexural tests on biomaterials, medical devices, composites, aerospace components and more. Both static and dynamic tests from a few grams to 275N (Newtons) continuous, and 1850N peak force can be performed. It is ideal for fatigue tests that cannot be run on static equipment but do not require costly high-speed (>100Hz) actuators and multi-channel controllers.

Users can program ramp, sine and triangular waveforms. They can also adjust control gains and end point values on the fly or activate amplitude control to automatically adjust the end point values to ensure that the desired targets are met.

"ADMET DForce Dynamic Test Systems add to our expanding catalog of low-force testing machines designed to meet the growing needs of medical and advanced technology industries," said Richard Gedney, ADMET founder and president. "These highly capable systems feature the latest electronics and controls, and are custom engineered to meet customers' needs."

DForce is available immediately directly from ADMET and through representatives. Product specifications are available at: http://www.admet.com/assets/DForce_Brochure.pdf.

About ADMET:
ADMET Inc., founded in 1989, combines high-quality products and services to deliver the most efficient and cost effective materials testing systems. Its products range from new and used universal testing frames and components to software and specialized control units, as well as grips and fixtures. The company also retrofits electromechanical, hydraulic and digitally controlled testing machines from any manufacturer to deliver more reliable test results, simplify operations, meet international standards and integrate with data collection systems. Highly skilled engineers provide customers with personalized research and development services and support, as well as custom system design services, to make ADMET the most responsive materials testing equipment supplier. ADMET's loyal customers include leading manufacturers, testing labs, researchers and universities in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, concrete, construction, metals, plastics, textiles and other industries. ADMET's products are widely distributed in North America, Central and South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim. ADMET can be reached at 781-769-0850, sales @ admet.com or by visiting http://www.admet.com.

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High resolution photos available. Contact Sandy McLaughlin.

For further information:

Marc Venet
ADMET Inc.
781-769-0850 X13
mvenet @ admet.com

Sandy McLaughlin
Soucy Communications Group
781-898-7305
smclaughlin @ scg-pr.com

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IVT Debuts PrimeTime, the Enterprise Video Portal with Search and Social Networking Capabilities

Addition to IVT's Enterprise Video Communications Platform (EVCP) allows sophisticated management of all video and other media content within corporate networks.

West San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- IVT, maker of transformative, industrial-strength rich media video communication and webcasting software, today announced the launch of IVT PrimeTime, the first media content repository and media management system with social computing capabilities for the enterprise. A high performance platform that makes video content easy to manage, store, organize, find, view, reuse and recommend, IVT PrimeTime enables organizations to expand the reach of their video communications and allows content creators and viewers to interact using social networking.

In recent years, video has become an enterprise communication staple, increasing the need for a whole new class of products: the Enterprise Video Communications Platform (EVCP). With IVT PrimeTime and its existing line-up of rich media video communications and webcasting products, IVT is leading the industry with a scalable, highly secure EVCP offering. This solution will enable enterprises to have an integrated product set for the complete video communications workflow.

"IVT PrimeTime represents a bold step forward for corporate rich media," stated Phillip Whalen, IVT's president and CEO. "The IVT Enterprise Video Communications Platform is everything that corporations need to manage, communicate, share and preserve knowledge for long term strategic gain. IVT's products have a sterling reputation as the most sophisticated and powerful enterprise video communication tools in the industry. With the introduction of IVT PrimeTime we have added a centralized media management and video platform complemented with advanced search features and social networking capabilities that completes our enterprise video communications offering."

Constructed with an intuitive user interface, powerful search functionality and the ability to set up "channels" for easy navigation, IVT Primetime creates a single online video portal destination where employees, customers, partners and others can find and view videos on demand, watching what they want whenever it's convenient for them. Users have the ability to discover new and archived video content by searching for keywords, browsing through categories or channels, or by selecting content that an administrator has opted to "suggest" or promote.

"We increasingly rely on video and other media content to communicate to our employees around the world," said Alan Friedlander, manager of Rohm and Haas' multimedia services group. "With our archives growing to the extent that we now have hundreds of hours of video content and webcasts, we needed a sophisticated management and distribution system that was extremely easy to use and manage. We have been using IVT PrimeTime for a number of months and are thrilled with the ease of use, depth and scalability of the product. It has transformed the way we organize and distribute video content and webcasts globally."

A secure and massively scalable system, IVT PrimeTime lets organizations optimize for storage and bandwidth usage without compromising quality of service. IVT PrimeTime can manage webcasts and video content created by virtually any video system and if desired can automatically convert content from other video formats to Flash so it can be viewed on any operating system. The system uses Web Services to integrate with third party portals and applications, and can be customized according to each company's needs to echo a distinct, branded look and feel.

"More and more corporations are embracing webcasting and video communications because it makes business sense," said Steve Vonder Haar, research director with market consulting firm Interactive Media Strategies. "Once a company starts creating a lot of content, the challenge lies in figuring out what do with all of it- how to organize it, re-use it, and promote it internally. IVT is responding directly to this challenge by introducing a sophisticated product that creates a central forum where employees can view content, post their own, and rate and review others'. IVT is on the leading wave of vendors that are making these "social multimedia" features relevant in the enterprise."

The issue of managing an organization's video program has received a lot of attention in recent months. Dan Rayburn, executive vice president of StreamingMedia.com, recently commented on the strong growth and challenges of enterprise video on his blog, BusinessofVideo.com: "Without a doubt, the hardest challenge for enterprise customers is the ecosystem since they tend to manage 100 percent of the workflow internally across their network. Vendors know this and have been working to solve this problem for some time. Offering a web based platform on a SaaS model is an interesting approach as many enterprise companies already buy other software services this way and typically it enables the customer to deploy and test the offering without having to spend a lot of money upfront."

IVT Primetime is the latest addition to IVT's Enterprise Video Communications Platform (EVCP), a powerful offering for optimizing a company's investment in Web video. IVT's EVCP solution also includes:

* IVT MediaPlatform®, a comprehensive, large-scale publishing platform that enables the production, management, scheduling, distribution and monitoring of live and on-demand webcasts.
* IVT MediaPlatform Director, which enables webcasting from multiple locations simultaneously during the same live event.
* IVT Studio, a self-service system that puts the power of webcasting directly into users' hands, allowing anyone within an organization to create webcasts and screen demos from their desktop, synchronizing audio, video, PowerPoint, Q&A and other rich media.

Each component of IVT's EVCP solution is available via Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or as an on-premise installation.

To view a brief video overview of IVT's EVCP solution, including IVT PrimeTime, please visit: http://content.ivtweb.com/studio1/refresh5/4000/5002/5019/6667/Lobby/default.htm

About IVT (http://www.ivtweb.com/):
IVT's enterprise-grade video communications software transforms how organizations share information. Global businesses such as Oracle, Rohm & Haas, IBM and NEC Unified depend on IVT technology to streamline the creation, delivery, management and measurement of their video communications. IVT products are the industry leaders in scalability, redundancy and reliability, and are the first software of its kind to be available in both Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and on-premise deployment options. IVT's integrated video communications suite delivers an unparalleled product set, including a media management and video portal with social computing abilities, a full scale rich media webcasting publishing platform and a desktop self-service webcasting application. Together, these products form a complete "Enterprise Video Communications Platform" that optimizes an organization's investment in Web video.

For general inquiries and additional product information, please go to www.ivtweb.com or contact info @ ivtweb.com.

Streaming Media West Conference - Booth 402

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FreeFlow and ReCellular Address Value Creation from Technology Recycling at Upcoming CSCMP Conference

As a growing number of electronics manufacturers move to adopt environmental responsibility by establishing recycling programs and cradle-to-grave product ownership, CSCMP has dedicated a closing session devoted exclusively to the topic. FreeFlow, an award-winning provider of hosted inventory asset management solutions, announced that they have been selected together with Dexter, Michigan-based ReCellular to address the prestigious 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), taking place October 5-8 in Denver, Colorado.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- FreeFlow, an award-winning provider of hosted inventory asset management solutions, today announced that they have been selected together with Dexter, Michigan-based ReCellular to address the prestigious 2008 Annual Global Conference of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), taking place October 5-8 in Denver, Colorado. As a growing number of electronics manufacturers move to adopt environmental responsibility by establishing recycling programs and cradle-to-grave product ownership, CSCMP has dedicated a closing session devoted exclusively to the topic. John Boone, Director of Sales for ReCellular, will describe how companies can gain a competitive advantage by extending the continuum of product value from first sale, to product recovery and repair, to sale on the global secondary market. Key to profitability in the aftermarket is managing the cost of sales. Boone will be joined by Anne Patterson, Vice President of Client Delivery for FreeFlow, and Mike Hackett, Senior Manager of Business Development at eBay Private Marketplace, to demonstrate the use of members-only online auctions as low-overhead, secure sales channels widely utilized for the sale of B-stock inventory.

In his address, John Boone will share invaluable insights to successfully manage "reverse logistics" as a profit operation rather than a cost center and will emphasize the value creation enabled by extended-life product programs. "Value recovery represents the next phase in the evolution of the supply chain, from forward logistics to reverse logistics and now on to value creation," commented Boone. "With value recovery programs that extend the useful life of their products, companies score a triple play creating positive economic, environmental, and social impact. ReCellular is committed to remaining an industry leader in cellular telephone recovery and remarketing."

FreeFlow brings its expertise on value recovery to the October worldwide venue and the case study presentation with ReCellular underlines the strategy, process, and results associated with a company's strategic shift in management philosophy of reverse logistics. "Thousands of product categories have value beyond their initial use," stated John Kenny, President of FreeFlow. "Companies can add millions of dollars to their annual revenues by developing and adopting a proactive value recovery process. We are pleased to be able to share the success stories of ReCellular with our supply chain peers at such a large and highly respected global conference."

FreeFlow's operational sites, including FreeFlowMarketplace.com and numerous additional private-labeled platforms, combine the power of the Internet with business services to proactively manage slow-moving, aging or obsolete inventories. FreeFlow's automated solutions help customers implement operational processes designed to maximize asset recovery and profitability, increase inventory cycle turns while avoiding channel conflict, and reduce overall reverse logistics costs.

About CSCMP
Founded in 1963, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) is the preeminent association for individuals involved in supply chain management. CSCMP provides educational, career development, and networking opportunities to its over 9,000 members and to the entire profession. CSCMP was originally founded as the National Council of Physical Distribution Management (NCPDM) in January 1963. NCPDM was formed by a visionary group of educators, consultants, and managers who envisioned the integration of transportation, warehousing, and inventory as the future of the discipline. At that time, physical distribution was just beginning to edge its way into the corporate lexicon and make its considerable presence felt in the business community. In 1985, recognizing the growing field of logistics, the association's focus broadened as it changed its name to the Council of Logistics Management (CLM). It stayed that way until 2004 when CLM's Executive Committee voted to become CSCMP, effective in 2005.

About ReCellular Inc.
With offices in the United States, Hong Kong, and Brazil, ReCellular Inc. is the world's leading electronics-sustainability firm. We provide solutions for the collection, reuse and recycling of used personal electronics that generate financial return for our partners, quality products for our customers, funding for charity organizations, and protection of the environment. Corporate, charitable, consumer and wholesale information is available at www.ReCellular.com.

About FreeFlow
Founded in 2001, FreeFlow improves its customers' product profitability by helping them identify excess and at-risk inventory and dispositioning the inventory through the channel mechanism most appropriate to that asset. Some of FreeFlow's industry leading customers include Apple, Creative Labs and SanDisk. FreeFlow's leadership in the supply chain arena has been recognized with a string of industry awards, including Gartner's Cool Vendors in Supply Chain Management and Procurement, Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies magazine's Top Supply Chain Partners, Manufacturing Business Technology magazine's Top 40 Emerging Software Vendors, and Start-IT Magazine's Top Companies to Watch. Privately-held, FreeFlow has headquarters in San Jose, California and Tralee, Ireland, with offices throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.FreeFlow.com.

Press Contact:
Carmen Hughes
Ignite P.R.
650.592.1768
carmen @ ignitepr.com

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Wickman Group Expands Presence to North America

The Wickman Group, a manufacturer of multi spindle machines, is reopening their North American facility in Illinois on September 29, 2008.

Wauconda, IL (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- The Wickman Group's multi spindle machines, also known as screw machines or just "autos," will soon be available directly from the manufacturer in the United States and Canada. The company is expanding their presence to North America with the Wickman USA facility, scheduled to open on September 29th in Wauconda, Illinois.

"By opening our Illinois facility, we are eliminating the distributor for North American customers, and instead giving them the opportunity to deal directly with the original manufacturer," said Owen Coyne, CEO of Wickman Group. "We believe that doing business directly with our customers is the best way to ensure that they get first class service and receiving the product at a fair and reasonable price."

The Wickman Group is an all-in-one source for everything related to multi spindle machines. In addition to manufacturing new machines, the company sells used and rebuilt machines. New, remanufactured, and used parts are also available from the Wickman Group. Expert technical support and maintenance contracts offer customers the confidence of knowing their automatic lathes will be reliable over the long term.

Multispindle automatic lathes are machines designed to mass-produce identical parts such as screws quickly and easily. The Wickman Group uses a patented "no cam change" mechanism, which gives their multi spindle machines a unique economic advantage over their competitors. The company also has in their archives a collection of more than 115,000 drawings of past and present designs for Wickman screw machines, enabling Wickman engineers to service and remanufacture parts for automatic lathes of any age and size.

"We pride ourselves in being able to offer our customers superior products and service," Coyne said. "Now our North American customers can also enjoy the benefits of dealing directly with us."

For more information about Wickman USA's multi spindle machine tools and services, please visit http://www.Wickman-Group.com/news/usa-canada-office.shtml.

About Wickman Group
Having manufactured and sold more than 15,000 multi spindle machines worldwide, the Wickman Group is one of the world's most trusted sources for reliable automatic lathes. In addition to manufacturing new machines and spare parts, the company sells remanufactured and used machinery, provides expert technical support, and offers maintenance contracts to keep machines operating properly over the long term. For more information about the products and services the Wickman Group offers in North America, please visit www.Wickman-Group.com.

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EFD® Introduces New Cartridges for Lead-Free Solder Dispensing

Engineered Fluid Dispensing Systems increase throughput, reduce production costs, improve yields

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 23, 2008 -- EFD, Inc., a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN), announces the addition of new green-colored cartridges to their OptimumTM line of industrial fluid dispensing components.

International regulations and environmental concerns are causing many manufacturers to switch from traditional lead solder to lead-free solder in their production processes. Suppliers of lead-free solder pastes often package them in green cartridges to distinguish them from their lead counterparts.

EFD’s new cartridges are precision molded from clear green polypropylene, and provide several advantages over the opaque green cartridges that until now were the only choice available.

* Reduces costly downtime on automated production lines by making it easy to monitor the amount of solder remaining in the cartridge and change it before it runs out.
* Proprietary ZeroDraftTM design ensures that the internal diameter of the cartridge is consistent from top to bottom. A matching piston wipes the cartridge wall clean as solder is dispensed, eliminating waste.
* New design and robust construction minimize the risk of cracking and splitting often encountered with other cartridges.

The new green cartridges are available in 2.5 oz, 6 oz, 12 oz, 20 oz, and 32oz. capacities to meet a wide range of applications.

EFD, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nordson Corporation. Since 1963 EFD has designed and manufactured precision dispensing devices for applying controlled amounts of the adhesives, sealants, lubricants and other assembly fluids used in almost every manufacturing process. EFD’s products are available through their worldwide network operating in over 30 countries.

Nordson Corporation is one of the world’s leading producers of precision dispensing equipment that applies adhesives, sealants and coatings to a broad range of consumer and industrial products during manufacturing operations. The company also manufactures equipment used in the testing and inspection of electronic components as well as technology-based systems for curing and surface treatment processes. Headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Nordson has more than 4,100 employees worldwide, and direct operations and sales support offices in 34 countries.

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Quadros Systems Announces a Graphical Configuration Tool for the ARM® Memory Management Unit

MTEG™ Tool Quickly and Easily Produces RTOS-agnostic MMU Tables

Houston, TX (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- Continuing its drive to reduce complexity and development time for embedded systems, Quadros Systems, Inc., a leading provider of real-time operating systems (RTOS) today announced an editor and table generator for configuring the ARM memory management unit (MMU). The MMU Table Editor and Generator, MTEG, allows the developer to specify the properties of the process spaces in an easy-to-use, graphical interface and eliminates the need for the embedded developer to master the underlying technology of the ARM MMU in order to use it.

The MTEG tool produces ARM MMU configuration tables that can be incorporated by any RTOS. It runs on a Windows-based PC and supports the most popular development environments for ARM, including IAR, ARM RealView, Keil MDK and GNU.

The ARM MMU
ARM provides a very powerful and flexible memory management unit with virtual memory features required for task and access protection. A set of two-level page tables stored in main memory is used to control the MMU. In use, the entire 32-bit address space is divided into multiple memory regions with respect to the application requirements. Each memory region requires properties, defined in associated tables, which implement the memory access protection, cache-ability, buffering method and address translation of that region.

The higher level table, L1, maps the application's process space with megabyte granularity, permitting the entire ARM address space to be mapped into 4096 32-bit entries. For each megabyte mapped in the L1 table, an individual L2 table is required. Each L2 table consists of 256 or 1024 32-bit elements. Thus, to configure an ARM MMU requires that the developer understand, create and enter a large number of 32-bit numbers.

The MTEG Advantage
The MTEG tool presents a high level view of the configuration procedure, reducing the problem to a few definitions, leaving the tool to perform the repetitious work. When the MMU configuration is complete, the developer can instruct the MTEG tool to generate the tables that represent the specification. Figure 1 shows the main user interface to the MTEG tool for an MMU configuration with eight process spaces.

Editing the properties of a memory region of a process space is always a possibility when configuring an MMU for an embedded application. The MTEG tool makes it easy through a high level dialog box, as shown in Figure 2.

The Manual Alternative
Without the MTEG tool, manual configuration requires intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the particular ARM MMU. This alternative approach forces the developer to specify and enter each process space's table elements manually. Considering the number and detail of the necessary table entries for even a simple application, a manual configuration procedure can be a daunting task. It is highly susceptible to data entry errors, whose diagnosis and correction can severely impact a development schedule. The enormity and tedium of proper MMU configuration and the error-prone nature of manual methods makes the MTEG tool the superior method to perform this laborious procedure.

Price and Availability
MTEG is available immediately. Seat licenses start at $1200.00. For more information, please visit http://www.quadros.com/products/tools/mteg/. For more information on other Quadros Systems products for ARM visit http://www.quadros.com/processors/arm-family/.

About Quadros, Systems, Inc.
Quadros Systems, Inc. develops and markets RTXC technology: RTOS, communications stacks, and middleware for embedded systems. Features include: attractive, flexible license models including royalty free; full-spectrum RTOS solutions that scale with application requirements; extensive stack and middleware support; design and configuration tools; strong customer support from real experts; and choice of development tools--all from a stable company with a stable code base. RTXC products have been deployed worldwide in millions of embedded systems, serving markets such as communications, consumer, medical, and industrial control. For more information, contact Quadros Systems, Inc. at 832-351-2830, Quadros Systems Europe at +49 (0) 8807-94350 or visit www.quadros.com.

Quadros and RTXC are trademarks of Quadros Systems, Inc. All other tradenames and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2008 Quadros Systems, Inc., all rights reserved.

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TAH Industries Introduces Two New Valves for Dispensing 2-Component Materials in Industrial Assembly Processes

ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 23, 2008 -- TAH Industries, a subsidiary of Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN), has introduced two new valves for dispensing controlled amounts of epoxies, sealants and other 2-component materials used in numerous industrial assembly processes.

The new 400HF High Flow Valve and the 450RC Recirculating Valve bring significant new capabilities to the company’s comprehensive line of meter/mix products. Like all TAH valves, they are designed to help manufacturers in a wide variety of industries reduce production costs by providing long, reliable operation with minimal maintenance.

400HF High Flow Valve

* Provides a flow rate 15-30% greater than its standard counterpart, for faster throughput without compromising accuracy or consistency
* Large ¾” material inlet permits flow rates of 4-5 gallons per minute

450RC Recirculating Valve

* Keeps heated and particle-filled materials mixed and ready for dispensing
* Eliminates pressure buildup that could affect the mix ratio
* Snuffback feature eliminates dripping between applications

TAH Industries is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nordson Corporation. The company is a leading manufacturer of motionless mixer dispensing systems for two-component adhesives and sealants. TAH Industries specializes in the design and production of disposable plastic mixers and cartridge dispensing systems, meter mix dispense valves and accessories. Their products are used in the dental, construction, automotive, life science, food, DIY, marine and aerospace industries.

Nordson Corporation is one of the world’s leading producers of precision dispensing equipment that applies adhesives, sealants and coatings to a broad range of consumer and industrial products during manufacturing operations. The company also manufactures equipment used in the testing and inspection of electronic components as well as technology-based systems for curing and surface treatment processes. Headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Nordson has more than 4,100 employees worldwide, and direct operations and sales support offices in 34 countries.

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OptiMRO Launches Tools of the Trade™ Program to Support Technical Education

Students and instructors in Technical Education should be able to purchase the quality tools and supplies they need at reasonable prices. OptiMRO's Tools of the Trade™ offers students and instructors the information, resources, discounts, and recognition they, as an integral part of the workforce, deserve.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- OptiMRO, LLC, Atlanta-based provider of industrial products and services, today announced its Tools of the Trade™ program for Technical Education students and instructors. While in school and for two years after graduation, students can purchase high-quality, commercial grade tools and supplies at substantially discounted prices.

This innovative program allows students to build a set of trade tools that will move with them as they enter the workplace. "Students will leave school prepared with the skills and tools to move directly into the workplace as apprentices, employees, or entrepreneurs!" states Lynn Taillon, Operations Manager with New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Georgia. The OptiMRO Tools of the Trade™ program includes a student recognition award and financial incentives for high achieving students who maintain a GPA of 3.5 or better. Information of all aspects of the Tools of the Trade program and all of OptiMRO's offerings can be found at: http://www.optimro.com

OptiMRO Tools of the Trade™ program works with instructors to customize and offer class- and program-specific tool and supply lists to students. Students who order their supplies with OptiMRO save time and money- no more driving from store to store, trying to decide exactly which tools they need or which products provide the best value. Payment and finance options allow students to purchase full supply lists, make individual purchases, or stagger their buy to get the supplies they need when they need them. OptiMRO maintains records of what each student has from their list and what they still need, and will provide wish lists for holiday and graduation gifts, extending the student discount to family and friends.

OptiMRO supports Technical Education institutions, educators, and students. OptiMRO seeks to build long-term relationships with successful students and faculty, who will become life-long successful customers. In today's economy, Technical Education graduates are more likely to be in the labor force and often earn more than graduates of many more traditional academic programs.

Taillon adds, "The growing demand for skilled workers is expected to continue well into the future." In today's economy supporting the development of skilled workers is essential for the health of the American economy. OptiMRO is excited to be a part of the current and existing success of this essential part of the American workforce.

About OptiMRO:
OptiMRO is an integrated supplier of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and industrial supply products and purchasing solutions. OptiMRO serves businesses, students, government, and homeowners seeking quality tools and supplies at prices typically reserved for big companies with deep products.

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Reduce Operating Costs and Increase Productivity with High Speed Automatic Marking of Cylindrical Parts

Lasit, USA proudly introduces its newest generation CompactMark®, a multi-axis rugged, industrial laser marking workstation with a wide range of features offering versatility and increased production. The system is available with Fiber, Nd:Yag, YV04, and C02 lasers.

Branford, CT (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- Lasit, USA proudly introduces its newest generation CompactMark®, a multi-axis rugged, industrial laser marking workstation with a wide range of features offering versatility and increased production. The system is available with Fiber, Nd:Yag, YV04, and C02 lasers.

When marking large trays or multiple cylindrical parts or parts with varying angles and different sides, the rotating scan head can be employed to mark large trays rather than individual parts. Multiple lines of text as well as logos can be wrapped 140 degrees around the circumference of the parts or placed on different heights or angles without moving the parts. It can be fully programmable to mark multiple sides, curved surfaces, and different locations without re-fixturing the parts. This system provides the most flexibility in the industry.

The CompactMark® can also be equipped with an optional fully automatic W axis (rotary indexer) to minimize any downtime in changing over from the table to the rotary indexer when marking individual parts.

The fully enclosed rigid welded all steel Class One system with pneumatic doors is ideal for marking metals, plastics and many organic materials. Fully air-cooled with a small footprint, reliable fiber lasers can offer over 100,000 hours MTBF with no costly replacement consumables.

The XYZ control is optimized through the use of a smooth joystick. Together with the flexible preview features and the SmartFocus®, the system is designed for ease of use in positioning various single parts. The system boasts a full 19 x 15 inch pallet that provides optimal throughput when marking multiple parts. Custom expanded work areas and enclosures are also available. The automatic z axis allows for height clearance up to 15 ¾ inches. The system can be customized with 5 axes and additional features including W Axis, Pick and Place, Palletized Shuttles, Conveyors, and Pneumatic Lifts as well as an expanded work are for increasing productivity to mark large trays or pallets of parts.

Software provides for marking alpha-numeric text, bar codes, 2 D data matrix, graphics, logos, serialization as well as on-the-fly processing with encoder feedback. Materials such as Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, Annodized Aluminum, Brass, Silver, Gold and other coated metals, as well as plastics can be marked with Lasit marking systems.

The rigid welded steel body provides precision machining, which allows for repeatable positioning as well as precise marking when using additional fixtures to support the parts. The motors are all servo driven with 2048 lines per revolution and an integrated encoder, which prevents marking the parts in the wrong position.

Lasit, USA offers the CompactMark with a full range of lasers:

FiberFly 20, 30, 50, 100, 200 Watts -Newest and most reliable technology -completely air cooled, no consumables, high reliability, high definition marking or deep engraving with a fully unconditional 2 year warranty

FlyAir 2-15 Watts YV04 - completely air cooled, an advanced end pumped vanadate laser with very short pulse duration for precision marking of fine details, even with very delicate surfaces. Fully modular, easy plug-and-play changeover in replacing diodes with no technical intervention. Life expectancy is over 20,000 hours.
Nd:Yag 50 or 70 Watts - Water cooled, side pumped Nd:Yag with quality beam resulting in larger spot size ideal for annealing and larger marks. Enhanced reliability.
C02: 10- 30 Watts - Air cooled. High quality Gaussian beam profile, high reliability.
Green - ideal for marking on substrates that require greater contrast than Fiber or Vanadate such as certain plastics and rubbers.

C02- 10, 20, 30, 50, 100, 200 Watts Air cooled for marking on organic materials such as glass, marble, paper, acrylic, plastics, textiles.

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Harmonization of Execution Metrics for Plants & Warehouses: Four Leading Industry Organizations Set Standard Definitions & Calculations

Four industry associations have collaborated to release their first materials on holistic metrics for gauging the performance of execution in both production plants and inbound & outbound warehouses. The associations are Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International, the Order Fulfillment Council (OFC) and the Supply Chain Execution Systems & Technologies Group (SCE Group) as part of the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) trade association, and the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC).

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 23, 2008 -- Four industry associations have united to launch a joint initiative to create holistic metrics for gauging the performance of execution in both production plants and inbound & outbound warehouses. The associations are Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association (MESA) International, the Order Fulfillment Council (OFC) and the Supply Chain Execution Systems & Technologies Group (SCE Group) as part of the Material Handling Industry of America (MHIA) trade association, and the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC). They have kicked off this joint initiative with their first paper, Improving Order Execution Performance: A Holistic View of Metrics Across Plant & Warehouse, presented at the MESA Plant-to-Enterprise Conference in Orlando, FL.

The four organizations collaborated to create common definitions and calculations for dozens of performance metrics that apply in both plants and warehouses. While the metrics themselves are already in use, the common understanding generated by having four industry organizations unified on definitions and calculations is new.

The paper introduces the framework within which these organizations will do benchmarking. The framework categorizes metrics in six major performance areas:

* Customer-facing metrics: order fulfillment, and mass customization or flexibility
* Internal metrics: inventory management and execution productivity
* Metrics that have an impact on both customers and internal processes: quality and compliance; and business and financial

MESA, OFC, SCE and WERC have a stated goal of conducting research using these metrics starting in 2009. This will be an extension of the current WERC Watch benchmarking studies as well as MESA's Metrics that Matter series. This agreement between organizations also had an impact on the benchmarking study WERC Watch 2008 released this past spring, which is based in part on these newly-agreed upon metrics. The paper was developed by three independent researchers under contract to these organizations: Julie Fraser of industry analysis and consulting firm Cambashi; Kate Vitasek of consulting firm Supply Chain Visions, and Dr. Karl Manrodt, Professor at Georgia Southern University. The conference presentation on this research was delivered by Fraser and Manrodt at the MESA Plant-to-Enterprise conference.

The paper released today is available to members of the four organizations, and can be purchased by nonmembers for $50.00. Future materials will be made available on a similar basis to members and to nonmembers by purchase.

About MESA International
MESA is an association of manufacturers/producers, solution providers and industry professionals, promoting innovation and best practices sharing, with a goal of delivering valuable knowledge around operations-centric enterprise solutions.
MESA defines industry standard methodologies and approaches that allow manufacturers/producers to bridge execution excellence with enterprise level requirements. MESA's industry events, symposiums and publications help cultivate understanding, analysis and the exchange of strategies and innovation to achieve manufacturing leadership. For more information, visit www.mesa.org.

About OFC
The Order Fulfillment Council (OFC) develops and delivers educational and training resources for end users, educational institutions, allied organizations, and its own members to properly understand and apply order fulfillment solutions. OFC serves as a conduit to share ideas and information amongst member companies regarding opportunities in the marketplace by developing formats/forums to engage OFC members throughout the year.

About SCE
The Supply Chain Execution Systems & Technologies Group members are the Industry's leading suppliers of Supply Chain Execution software, hardware and services. They supply solutions worldwide and in virtually every major manufacturing and distribution sector.

About WERC
The Warehousing Education and Research Council is the only professional organization focused on warehouse management and its role in the supply chain. WERC is where distribution experts come together to share practical knowledge and professional expertise with the aim of improving individual and industry performance. Through membership in WERC, seasoned practitioners as well as those new to the industry stay at the forefront of innovation, master best practices and establish valuable professional relationships.

WERC focuses on practical operations within the context of strategic global matters like technology, globalization, infrastructure, workforce management and legislation. WERC offers unique resources that help distribution professionals stay at the leading edge including educational events, practical research, expert insights and peer-to-peer knowledge exchange.

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Corporate Leasing Associates, Inc. Awarded Elite Gold Level VAR Status for GE Power Quality UPS Systems

Leasing Company selected as a Gold Level VAR for GE's Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) product line.

Teaneck, NJ (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Corporate Leasing Associates, Inc. (CLA); a reputable equipment finance and leasing company, has earned GE's Gold Level Value Added Reseller (VAR) status. This newly acquired elite status enables CLA to resell GE Power Quality products including: Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), Surge Protection, Transfer Switches and Parallel Switch Gear at Gold level pricing.

UPS systems typically provide instantaneous, emergency power supply when the main power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level. The UPS provides sufficient battery power to allow for an orderly shutdown preventing file or data loss. Alternatively, it may be used to keep systems running until the secondary power supply is brought online. UPS systems are most popular in support of "mission critical" applications, including hospitals, telecommunications, financial services companies, government facilities, data centers, public utilities, and manufacturing.

"Rather than sell our UPS products through numerous vendors and nationwide stores, we've decided to work with a very select group of vendors to distribute and resell our Power Quality Product line," explains Deni Napoliello, VAR channel manager at GE. "CLA's proven track record, exceptionally high business standards, custom solutions and personalized service serve as an added benefit to our customers."

"We are honored and excited to become a GE Partner," says Glenn Lesnick, Vice President of CLA. "Together, GE's world class products and commitment to quality combined with our strong customer focus and flexible cost structures uniquely positions us to provide the most efficient, reliable power products at affordable Gold Level rates."

CLA is offering 0% financing on select UPS systems through October. For more information please contact Glenn Lesnick or visit http://www.ClaPower.com.

About Corporate Leasing Associates, Inc.
Founded in 1982, CLA provides innovative and creative lease financing solutions. CLA has leased over $1 Billion in industries including: Broadcasting, Data Centers, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Education. CLA is a WBENC certified Women Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) and has been awarded honors as the top 100 Diversity Owned Businesses in the U.S.

Contact:
Glenn Lesnick, Vice President
Corporate Leasing Associates, Inc.
201-862-9667
http://www.ClaPower.com

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Customer Acceptance As Product For Use In Critical Maintenance Roles, New Products, Informed Customers, Lead Inpro/Seal To Record Breaking Sales And Production Levels

Inpro/Seal Company, the world's largest producer of industrial bearing isolators, reports that they shipped a record 52,000 seals during the month of June, 2008, the best in their 33 year history.

Rock Island, IL (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Inpro/Seal Company, the world's largest producer of industrial bearing isolators, reports that they shipped a record 52,000 seals during the month of June, 2008, the best in their 33 year history. This follows a record breaking 2007 calendar year and 40,000 seals shipped the previous month.

Moreover, Inpro/Seal reports that sales for the first half of 2008 are dramatically ahead of projections and that calendar 2008 should be by far their best year ever.

WHAT THE HECK IS A BEARING ISOLATOR?
In 1977, David C. Orlowski received patent #4,022,479 for what was to become the world's first bearing isolator. A non-contacting type labyrinth seal, the Inpro/Seal bearing isolator is a bearing protection device that never wears out. Protected bearings have run 150,000 hours (17 years) and more, eliminating the primary need for costly maintenance and repair.

A PRODUCT FOR THE TIMES
According to Orlowski, CEO of Inpro/Seal, "When I invented the bearing isolator back in 1975, the industrial community considered it to be a novelty and, as such, it was widely misunderstood. Today, times have changed, as plants know that the maintenance, repair and operations of equipment used on the plant floor are vital areas that can be controlled and improved."

Orlowski continued, "Realizing that the product falls into a Best Maintenance Practice category, most of the Fortune 500 companies in the process industries and over half of the world's industrial companies use authentic Inpro/Seal products in critical maintenance roles. Inpro/Seal bearing isolators have gone on to be enthusiastically accepted by almost four million end users and have become a standard component in process pumps and electric motors around the world."

DYNAMICS
To attain this kind of extraordinary success, certain dynamics come into play. At the top of the list is the fact that Inpro/Seal Company is a results oriented, marketing driven organization that has invested heavily in an "educate and inform" philosophy. As such, more and more end users understand the product and the unique and irrefutable attributes that make it the recognized standard of excellence.

THE AIR MIZER™-PS
Orlowski concluded, "In 1975 the bearing isolator was new and innovative--it still is innovative. Though we have received over 40 additional patents, most are modifications or enhancements of the original. The basic product remains the same. A good example is the Articulating Air Mizer®-PS, a shaft sealing system that replaces dry running contact seals. The Air Mizer has contributed heavily to our record breaking production levels because it provides a non-contacting positive seal that previous sealing methods simply cannot attain."

A STEP ABOVE
Invented initially for use in powder and bulk process applications, the Articulating Air Mizer®-PS eliminates the need for continual maintenance, replacing contact seals that need continual maintenance and carry a 100% failure rate.

The Air-Mizer® has proven to be a drastic improvement over dry running mechanical seals that begin to wear at start-up and soon require a rebuild kit. With today's commitment toward lean manufacturing, contact seals continue to lose favor in the process industries.

NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT
Prior to the advent of the Air Mizer®, end users had to contend with dry running sealing methods that did not last. Mechanical seals are subject to wear on the seal faces as they make contact. Fibrous packings are subject to wear and short lifetimes from run-out where the packing can compress to create a leak path. Packing can also soften to the point where powder can leak to the outside, causing environmental problems.

The Air Mizer®, is a non-contact seal that avoids direct leakage of the particulate material and assures the highest levels of performance. A solid wall of air that functions as a barrier for contamination and works to retain product where it should be - in the equipment, not outside of it. It is the only shaft seal on the market that can handle angular misalignment caused by shaft deflection and mounting conditions. There is nothing else like it on the market.

AND MORE
Attributes include: reduced energy consumption, lower maintenance costs, less lost product and an increase in equipment reliability that virtually eliminates downtime while meeting regulatory needs. As with all other Inpro/Seal products same day shipping is available. In addition, it is custom-engineered to suit individual applications and is easy to install as it conforms to existing clearances, boltholes and patterns for mixer shafts and/or stuffing boxes. Split designs allow for installation directly on the shaft without the removal of couplings or end plates.

WIDELY ACCEPTED
In a relatively short time, the Air Mizer has grown to become an expanding line of shaft seals that provide a positive seal in applications where dry particulates, powders and bulk solids are handled, processed, packaged and stored. The product is so revolutionary that it has received or has been nominated for a number of awards by leading industry trade magazines. In one magazine, it is their Product Of The Year.

The Inpro/Seal facility in Rock Island, Illinois is the largest of its kind in the world devoted to the engineering, research, testing, marketing, sales and manufacture of bearing isolators. Their current facilities, expanded as part of a major investment just a few years ago, includes 26 of the latest CNC metal turning machines, presses, mills, CAD/CAM, sophisticated testing equipment as well as extensive laboratory and R & D operations. In the past six months, a total of 5 CNC machines have been placed on-line. With these investments, Inpro/Seal is poised soon to produce some 100,000 bearing isolators per month.

VERY ACTIVE R & D PROGRAM
Additional product enhancements include: OM 32 for use in oil mist applications is the only known means to keep stray mist from entering the environment; the VBXX-MT™ that protects machine tool spindles from coolant, chips and heat to eliminate spindle malfunction; The CSR with a non-sparking design that permanently protects bearings in conveyor/idler rollers and the PMR that makes it literally impossible to contaminate bearings on paper machines.

ABOUT INPRO/SEAL
Inpro/Seal Company is the originator and the world's number one manufacturer of bearing isolators, used to protect motor and pump bearings, machine tool spindles, turbines, fans, gear boxes, paper machine rolls and many other types of rotating equipment. Additional applications include the sealing, handling, processing, packing and storage of dry particulates, powders and bulk solids.

As the recognized global leader in bearing isolator technology, Inpro products are marketed to the aerospace, automotive, petroleum, refining, nuclear, power generation, metalworking, food processing, grain processing, chemical, water, wastewater treatment, metalworking, hydrocarbon processing, HVAC, pulp and paper, mining, mineral, ore processing and general industrial markets.

Signoff
For more information on authentic Inpro/Seal Bearing Isolators, including "Introduction To Bearing Isolators", "Are Lip Seals Obsolete?" "Cost Justification Worksheet" a performance based free bearing isolator program or the name of the nearest trained distributor contact: Jason Putnam at: Inpro/Seal Company, P.O. Box 3940, Rock Island, Illinois 61204. Phone numbers are: (800) 447-0524 or (309) 787-4971. Fax number is: (309) 787-6114. Website: www.inpro-seal.com or www.bearingisolators.com

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Inpro/Seal Conducts International Conference - Updates Employees In Every Aspect Of The Firm's Applications And Products - Focuses On Best Maintenance Practices And World Class Support

Inpro/Seal announced that they have just completed their semi-annual sales/training conference. Held at their Rock Island headquarters, August 5-6, 2008, the extensive sessions were attended by the firm's twenty three bearing protection specialists from around the world.

Rock Island, IL (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Inpro/Seal announced that they have just completed their semi-annual sales/training conference. Held at their Rock Island headquarters, August 5-6, 2008, the extensive sessions were attended by the firm's twenty three bearing protection specialists from around the world.

Chaired by David C. Orlowski, CEO and inventor of the bearing isolator and Jim Lapaczonek Sales Manager, the conference was designed to bring Inpro/Seal regional managers up-to-date in every aspect of the firm's products and applications and help further their ongoing commitment to provide world class customer support.

THE BEARING ISOLATOR SUCCESS
In his quest to find a permanent means to protect bearings while enhancing and extending the service life of rotating equipment, Orlowski developed the worlds first bearing isolator. It was patented in 1977 (#4,022,479), the same year he founded Inpro/Seal and coined the word bearing isolator. Today, the company manufactures about 50,000 bearing isolators per month and anticipates shortly that will increase to 100,000 units.

A non-contacting labyrinth seal, for the first time, the product gave process plants the choice of permanent bearing protection and eliminated the need for continual maintenance. Comprised of a unitized rotor and stator that do not contact each other, it does not consume energy and never wears out. It's closest competitor, contacting seals carry an unpredictable service life with a 100% failure rate.

A PRODUCT FOR THE TIMES
According to Orlowski, "At first, the bearing isolator was so misunderstood by the industrial community, it was considered to be a novelty. Today, times have changed, as plants know that the maintenance, repair and operations of equipment used on the plant floor are vital areas that can be controlled and improved with our products."

Realizing that bearing isolators fall into a "Best Maintenance Practice" category, most of the Fortune 500 companies in the process industries and over half of the world's industrial companies use authentic Inpro/Seal products in critical maintenance roles. Inpro/Seal bearing isolators have gone on to be enthusiastically accepted by thousands of end users and have become a standard component in process pumps and electric motors around the world.

AN IMPORTANT CONFERENCE
Orlowski continued, "When I developed the first bearing isolator back in 1977 it was new and innovative……it still is today. Though we have received over 40 related patents, most are modifications or enhancements of the original. The basic product remains the same. With these innovations, it is important we meet with our regional managers to further their skill and knowledge as these are the people that maintain global end user and distributor contact."

INPRO/SEAL REGIONAL MANAGERS
A typical Inpro/Seal regional manager is a highly trained professional that knows tribology, rotating equipment, bearing protection and sealing technologies inside and out. Direct employees, through in-person contact and an established distributor network they manage: distributor relations, sales, end user contact, training and the implementation of corporate policy. With their special skills, technical knowledge, process and application know how, they are able to handle an end users needs with the fastest response time in the industry.

THE LEARNING PROCESS NEVER STOPS
According to Jim Lapaczonek, "Inpro/Seal regional managers and distributors are located in every major city in North America. Add to that solid representation throughout South America, the Pacific Rim and Europe and you can see why the education process never stops. Aside from our regional manager sessions, there are four formal workshops for our distributors at our facility and numerous regional workshops during the year. In addition, distributor personnel travel with the regional managers where they receive one-on-one training."

ACTIVE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Orlowski concluded, "The growth of our company is fueled by a very active R&E program. The regional managers are critical to passing on new product information and applications to our important end users. Long ago I learned that our best customer is an informed customer, which is why continually communicate with our regional managers. We not only invest in our products, we also invest in our people. Examples of the information they carried back to the field last with them last week include:

* Air Mizer™-PS - shaft seal for use where dry particulates, powders and bulk solids are handled, processed, packaged and stored.
* M-32 - in oil mist applications, this is the only known method to permanently solve housekeeping issues and keep stray mist from entering the environment).
* PMR - makes it impossible to contaminate bearings on paper machine rolls.
* CSR - conveyor/idler bearing protection, with non-sparking design for mining applications.
* VBXX-MT™ - used on machine tools to protect from coolant, chips, humidity and heat.
* Free Bearing Isolator Program - available to select plants based on performance.
* Sneak Peek - attendees also got a "sneak peek" at products in development, including a bearing isolator for wind turbine applications and a "Water Mizer" shaft seal that uses water instead of air to affect the seal.

HIGHLY INTERACTIVE SESSIONS
A very important aspect of the intensive two day sessions were workshops, round table discussions where they regional managers, department heads and top management were able to share thoughts, ideas and successes related to products and applications. Highly interactive, these sessions were designed to highlight the tools and resources used by others in similar positions.

Randy Chase, an expert on motivation, presented fresh sales ideas, marketing tactics and proven customer support strategies designed to help attain larger market shares and further the firm's world class customer support.

UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC
As a marketing, success driven organization, Inpro/Seal continues to invest heavily in an "educate and inform" philosophy. Rather than attack the competition, the firm relies on its bearing isolator to stand on its own though its unique and irrefutable attributes unique to the Authentic Inpro/Seal brand that make it the recognized standard of excellence.

This includes: zero energy consumption; no extra cost same day shipping option; an R&E program back by a 24/7 laboratory; ongoing investments in the future; industry leading warranty; only bearing isolator with a vapor blocking ring; documented 20 year life expectancy; widest product range; largest data bank of its kind; latest and the best non-contacting labyrinth sealing technology.

INPRO/SEAL INVITATIONAL
On August 4, just prior the conference, the Inpro/Seal Invitational Golf Tournament was held at the Pinnacle Country Club in nearby Milan. For those interested in the sport, Pinnacle features 6,592 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 71.1 and it has a slope rating of 119 on Bent grass. An annual event, the tournament drew some 100 golfers.

ABOUT INPRO/SEAL
Inpro/Seal Company is the originator and the world's number one manufacturer of bearing isolators, used to protect motor and pump bearings, machine tool spindles, turbines, fans, gear boxes, paper machine rolls and many other types of rotating equipment. Additional applications include the sealing, handling, processing, packing and storage of dry particulates, powders and bulk solids.

Of the 4,000,000+ bearing isolators delivered, almost all of them continue to be in operation in process plants worldwide, where end users continue to report significantly reduced operating costs with increased productivity and reliability. Protected bearings have proven to run 150,000 hours (17 years) or more, eliminating the need for costly maintenance and repair. Documented cases show that a plant can more than double the mean-time-between failure (MTBF) and reduce maintenance costs by at least half, with users reporting an extremely high ROI.

SIGNOFF
For more information on authentic Inpro/Seal Bearing Isolators, including "Introduction To Bearing Isolators", "Are Lip Seals Obsolete?" "Cost Justification Worksheet" a performance based free bearing isolator program or the name of the nearest trained distributor contact: Jason Putnam at: Inpro/Seal Company, P.O. Box 3940, Rock Island, Illinois 61204. Phone numbers are: (800) 447-0524 or (309) 787-4971. Fax number is: (309) 787-6114. Website: www.inpro-seal.com or www.bearingisolators.com

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Future Steel Buildings Holds Winterize Your Home- Home Improvement Contest

Calling all you "do- it- your- selfers," Future Steel Buildings, manufacturer of prefabricated steel and metal buildings, is holding a Winterize Your Home- home improvement contest.

Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Calling all you "do- it- your- selfers," Future Steel Buildings, manufacturer of prefabricated steel and metal buildings, is holding a winterize your home- home improvement contest.

"Now that the weather is changing and our days are getting shorter, preparing your home for the winter months is on the minds of many home owners." says Darcia Armstrong, Director of Marketing for Future Steel Buildings. "This contest is a great way to unite the Future Steel community many of whom have lots of home improvement knowledge."

The Future Steel winterize your home contest gives contestants the opportunity to share their DIY winterizing skills with others. Entering is easy all you have to do is send us a written description or checklist of how you winterize your home complete with photographs if you have them to the Future Steel Buildings contest page.

The contest will run from September 22, 2008 until November 21, 2008, after which time a DeWalt Heavy Duty Angle Grinder will be awarded to one lucky contestant. Whether your winterizing plan includes cleaning out your gutters, turning off your outdoor water supply or caulking around windows and doors send your home winterizing descriptions to http://www.futuresteel.com/contest for a chance to win.

About Future Steel Buildings:

Future Steel Buildings has been manufacturing the finest Galvalume Plus™ Steel Buildings for over 25 years. Whether it is a prefabricated design or a custom engineered building you seek Future Steel is able to meet your needs.

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SenSage Event Date Warehouse Speeds Corporate Decision Making

Exclusive interview featuring SenSage Inc.'s Jim Pflaging.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Jim Pflaging, president and chief executive officer of SenSage Inc., recently participated in an exclusive interview with Ron Powell and the BeyeNETWORK (www.BeyeNETWORK.com). In this interview, Pflaging explains how the SenSage purpose-built data warehouse gives rapid answers from mountains of event-based log data.

"SenSage applications transform massive amounts of event data into real-time actionable information to support regulatory compliance, mitigation of security risks and management of complex business applications," says Jim Pflaging, president and chief executive officer of SenSage Inc.

"SenSage uses a columnar database/MPP approach to data warehousing," says Ron Powell, cofounder and editorial director of the BeyeNETWORK. "They built their technology from the outset to deliver meaningful insights from massive amounts of event/log data and have years of experience providing real business value for companies that view compliance as a strategic asset."

To listen to the interview, please click here.

The BeyeNETWORK Spotlights are intuitive dialogues with innovative solution providers, and these spotlights provide a cutting-edge introduction to the new products and services of interest to the business intelligence community. The Network publishes six newsletters serving more than 115,000 readers across a wide variety of industries, making it the largest newsletter-based information source for business intelligence, performance management, data warehousing, data integration and data quality.

About SenSage, Inc.
SenSage, Inc. offers the only patented event data warehouse solution for log management and compliance auditing applications. More than 300 customers have deployed SenSage solutions to reduce the risks associated with insider threats, system downtime and failed audits by providing faster, more granular analysis of privileged user behavior and analyzing anomalies across network, system and application activity. Based in San Francisco, the company markets its solutions directly and through partners, including Cerner, EMC, HP, Hitachi Data Systems, IBM, McAfee, Tokyo Electron Device and many others.

About BeyeNETWORK™
The Network's flagship site BeyeNETWORK.com leads the industry with up-to-the-minute news, newsletters, articles, executive spotlights, podcasts, expert-hosted channels and blogs. Experts include Claudia Imhoff, Bill Inmon, Craig Schiff, Colin White, David Loshin, and others. BeyeRESEARCH.com provides research and case studies from leading authors and experts in business intelligence. BeyeBLOGS.com is a business intelligence-specific community blogging site that provides an open forum about industry issues and challenges. BeyeSEARCH.com offers the first and only editor-driven directory and search engine specially built to serve this industry.

This press release is based upon information provided by the Company. The BeyeNETWORK does not independently verify statements made and has no obligation to update these statements after the date of release.

Contact:
BeyeNETWORK
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krostermundt(at)b-eye-network.com
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Contact:
SenSage, Inc.
The Hoffman Agency
Samantha Singh
ssingh(at)hoffman.com
+1-408-975-3087

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moviMED to display "Jet-Check" Aircraft Inspection System at 2008 ATA NDT Forum

moviMED announces that the Company will be introducing its "Jet-Check" System at the 2008 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Forum, sponsored by the Air Transport Association of America, Inc. Jet-Check offers airlines a more efficient and reliable NDT inspection method, allowing fuselage inspections to be completed in 1/10th the time of current systems.

(PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- This will be the 51st Annual NDT Forum at the Seattle Airport Doubletree Hotel, Seattle, WA, Monday, 9/22 through Thursday, 9/25. The ATA NDT Forum enables industry leaders from around the world to meet and discuss important NDT issues and methods.

Jet-Check is currently used as an NDT solution in Europe by companies such as Airbus and Lufthansa. The event represents the formal introduction of Jet-Check, which has received FAA approval, to the U.S. Aerospace Industry.

According to moviMED President Markus Tarin, who will be speaking at the event; "moviMED will be promoting our Jet-Check system that offers unparalleled performance in fuselage inspection. The technology behind Jet-Check marks a significant leap forward for inspection efficiency and cost-savings for aircraft companies. The recent events surrounding the Boeing 737 safety inspection failures highlight the need for faster and more reliable inspection methods for the industry in the US. Jet-Check cuts inspections times down 10X compared to the time of alternative NDT inspection methods for the aging 737. What once took 1000 hours can now be done in 100 hours with Jet-Check."

Established in 1999, moviMED is a provider of engineered thermography solutions. The "moviTHERM" division features specialized expertise in infrared thermography and non-destructive testing technology. Applications range from NDT inspection of metallics, ceramics and composites. The number of the Seattle Doubletree Hotel is 206-246-8600, and for additional information on the Jet-Check system contact 949.699.6600 or visit movimed.com.

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New Gearmotors Offer More Torque, More Power, and Backward Compatibility

Parallel shaft gearmotors powered by 1/2 HP (373 W), single-phase AC electric motors deliver 800 in-lb (90.2 N-m) continuous torque.

St. Charles, IL (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- Until now, engineers designing equipment requiring heavy duty torque and power from a standard 115 volt wall outlet faced a frustrating challenge. Few, if any, standard single-phase AC gearmotors offered as much as 800 in-lbs continuous torque output. To fulfill that requirement, Bison Gear & Engineering Corp. introduces its new one-half horsepower (373 watt) VWDIR40 gearmotors in 3 standard, off-the-shelf models. With gear ratios of 19:1, 28:1 and 56:1, they offer corresponding output speeds of 92, 62 and 31 RPM, and continuous torque ratings of 287, 400 and 800 in-lbs (32.4, 45.2 and 90.4 N-m), respectively. These Bison drop-in replacements for VW40 gearmotors feature split phase, open drip-proof AC motors and integral gear reducers with all-position foot-mounting and grease lubrication for long life.

"For their size, these are high torque, single-phase AC gearmotors with a rugged 400 pound (182 kg.) overhung load capability. That makes them ideal in such high torque applications as electromechanical pool covers and bleachers, compactors, can crushers, conveyors, commercial garage door operators and a wide variety of poultry and other agricultural equipment," said Gary Dorough, Bison Gear Regional Sales Manager. "The torque and power capability of this package are also greater than what most competitors offer in a comparable size gearmotor."

Bison's new VWDIR40 parallel shaft AC gearmotors are available with U.L. and CSA recognition and are supported by Bison's Innopreneurial(TM) application and design engineering capabilities to customize standard models to meet specific OEM needs. Customers' shortened supply chain requirements are fulfilled by the units being manufactured in Bison Gear's St. Charles, Illinois facilities to the highest quality standards to ensure dependable, long-life operation.

The VWDIR40 AC gearmotors are the latest addition to Bison Gear's rapdily expanding line of Von Weise Drop-In Replacement gearmotors, which is now made up of more than 80 standard models of AC and DC parallel shaft and right angle gearmotors.

About Bison Gear & Engineering Corp.
Founded in 1960, Bison Gear & Engineering Corp. designs and manufactures fractional horsepower electric motors, gearmotors and gear reducers used in industrial and commercial OEM applications worldwide. Bison's strong engineering tradition, based on Robusticity (TM) principles, offers products with up to twice as much torque in the same package size as competitors. Bison employs over 270 associates in its St. Charles, Illinois facility which produces gearmotors and reducers in parallel shaft and right angle configurations, as well as AC and DC electric motors, for applications where dependability and long lifetimes are important.

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Berkeley Palmer Survey Shows Many Executives Feel Their Job is in Jeopardy

The Berkeley Palmer survey of nearly 250 individuals who are in an active job search, primarily in the mid-west, shows that 27% are either "uneasy about the future" or they feel that there "job is in jeopardy." Another 25% said they felt they had limited advancement opportunities.

Overland Park, KS (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- A survey taken by Berkeley Palmer of Overland Park, KS shows that many executives feel that there job or their company's position is at risk.

The Berkeley Palmer survey of nearly 250 individuals who are in an active job search, primarily in the mid-west, shows that 27% are either "uneasy about the future" or they feel that there "job is in jeopardy." Another 25% said they felt they had limited advancement opportunities.

The most staggering statistic according to Berkeley Palmer was that 23% of the job seekers said they were "unemployed with no luck in their search." There were eight (8) other categories presented by Berkeley Palmer for which no other single category topped 6%.

"The fact that 75% of executives and professionals who are currently in active search mode are either unemployed or fear that it unemployment may be forthcoming is quite a surprise," says Berkeley Palmer.

Berkeley Palmer (www.bpkansas.com) is an executive career transition firm located in Overland Park Kansas, with affiliated offices throughout the US. Take the Berkeley Palmer assessment at http://www.bpkansas.com/index.php?page=free_career_assessment.

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The Link Between Natural Gas Prices and the Financial Crisis

In its most recent analysis, Energy Solutions, Inc. identifies how the financial crisis is impacting natural gas prices and what that means for businesses.

Verona, WI (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- A weaker economy typically leads to lower natural gas prices as supplies outpace demand, but in today's world that's just one side of the equation. "There's more at work here than just the fundamentals of supply and demand. The fallout from the current financial crisis is also impacting natural gas prices," says Valerie Wood, President of Energy Solutions, Inc.

In its most recent analysis, The Link Between Natural Gas Prices and the Financial Crisis, Energy Solutions, Inc. explores how the fate of Bear Stearns, Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, and AIG has impacted natural gas prices. It also looks at the remaining financial players and identifies how they too could impact the direction of natural gas prices.

Supplies are up, storage is refilling, demand is down, and the peak of hurricane season is behind us. These fundamental factors point to lower prices, but fundamentals aren't the only factors moving the price of natural gas today. "While some big players have fallen by the wayside, there are still a large number of speculators involved in commodities trading," says Wood. "In addition to the speculative influence, seasonality and historical price patterns need to be evaluated in conjunction with the fundamental factors of supply and demand."

What does this mean? "In a nutshell, fundamentals point to lower natural gas prices, but there are some overriding factors right now, independent of supply and demand, that warn of a significant rally at some point in the fourth quarter of 2008. Businesses need to prepare for that possibility," says Wood.

The Link Between Natural Gas Prices and the Financial Crisis is an easy-to-read analysis that draws comparisons between the timing of recent natural gas price moves and the timing of recent financial collapses. This is just one of the tools that Energy Solutions, Inc. offers to businesses. To keep pace with the ongoing changes in the natural gas industry, through The Advisor, a monthly and weekly natural gas publication, and tailored consulting, Energy Solutions, Inc. provides timely information on market conditions, as well as recommendations on when and how much natural gas a business should consider purchasing for their heating and manufacturing needs. "We help businesses better manage their natural gas needs by helping them implement a proactive approach to natural gas buying. When individuals understand the upside risk versus the downside potential, they gain the peace of mind that the right decisions are being made for their company. Remember, knowledge is power," said Wood.

For a complimentary copy of The Link Between Natural Gas Prices and the Financial Crisis or to learn more about how to receive a free trial to The Advisor, call (608) 848-6255 or visit http://www.energysolutionsinc.com

About Energy Solutions, Inc.
Formed in 1996, Energy Solutions, Inc. is independently owned. With more than 50 years of experience in the natural gas industry, our team focuses on natural gas prices and in helping businesses improve their internal processes for the purchase of natural gas.

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Men love cars and their automatic watches: Frederique Constant & Austin Healey Partnership! Two exciting new wristwatches

Frederique Constant introduced two Limited Edition automatic watches to celebrate its latest sponsoring of a worldwide Austin Healey owners gathering in Sweden

GENEVA, Switzerland (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 22, 2008 -- Two Limited Edition Austin Healey Timepieces

Frederique Constant automatic watches are Swiss Made and have a two-way winding system that is activated by movements of the wrist. The turning rotor of these wristwatches is visible through the sapphire glass on the back of the watch. A high quality miniature Austin Healey car in a luxurious wooden box will accompany each Swiss watch.

Those who appreciate fine Swiss Made wristwatches, have always preferred mechanical watches. To a watch collector, a mechanical Swiss watch has much more character than a quartz watch as it comprises of hundreds of fine mechanical components assembled by hand. Frederique Constant implements new high tech quality control to create better, more precise and more reliable automatic watches.

Frederique Constant - Austin Healey Partnership

After having successfully sponsored the 2nd European Healey Meeting in 2004, the Dutch Healey Anniversary in 2005, the Healey Le Mans Challenge in 2006, the Healey Heidelberg Challenge in 2007, Frederique Constant is very proud to be the main sponsor of the Third European Healey Meeting in Sweden in 2008, a unique event reuniting over 250 Austin Healey sports cars dating from the early 1950s including an amazing 30 cars coming all the way from Australia, and 500 enthusiasts from over 18 different countries! More information…

“Our Healey sponsoring is a celebration of the appealing classical design and excellent engine performance of Austin Healey cars. These are the same core values we emphasize at Frederique Constant,” said Peter Stas, CEO Frederique Constant Swiss watches.

About Frederique Constant

Frederique Constant is an independent family owned watch manufacturer based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva. The company is involved in all stages of Watch Production, from initial design to final assembly and quality control. Frederique Constant watches are defined by their high quality, differentiation and precision in design and manufacture. Frederique Constant has a passion for design of beautiful watches. Their perceived value — through quality of design, materials, and manufacture — is a key component of its success. Each watch is assembled by hand and extensively controlled with latest equipment to ensure maximum quality. The company innovates to offer creativity and exceptional value. Its 3200 square meters factory in Plan-les-Ouates Geneva is ultra modern and offers the best environment for its passionate watchmakers. Production will reach 100’000 timepieces in 2008. More information can be found at www.frederique-constant.com.

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Ultriva CEO Narayan Laksham Busts Lean Manufacturing Myths

Laksham, panelist on "State of Lean Manufacturing" session at National Manufacturing Week, offers hands-on advice for companies considering deployment of technology-based lean systems

Cupertino, Calif. (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 22, 2008 -- Narayan Laksham, founder and president of Ultriva, is participating as a panelist in a session on 'lean manufacturing' at this week's National Manufacturing Week trade show in Chicago. The session will be moderated by Gartner's Kenneth Brant and features several prominent thought leaders and Lean practitioners who will address critical issues in Lean thinking and Lean deployments. The session is aimed at manufacturers of all sizes that are considering implementing a Lean approach to their manufacturing and inventory management, and want to understand how a Lean system interfaces with ERP systems, the IT department, and the wider supply chain.

What, where & when:

* The State of Lean Manufacturing in 2008: Separating Myths from Reality (session #203)
* Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, Illinois
* Session #203: Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
* http://www.devicelink.com/expo/univ/Chicago08/conference_203.html

Agenda:

* Is Lean more or less relevant in today's business environment?
* What are the gaps between Lean -- in theory and in common practices?
* What has often gone wrong in Lean transformations and lessons can be learned?
* Important differences and the complementary nature of Lean, Six Sigma and the "Toyota Way"
* Kaizen is at the heart of Lean thinking; how can it be implemented in IT Systems? Should it be?
* Is Lean "hostile" to IT? If not, where has IT contributed to successful efforts?
* Is the ERP paradigm too rigid for Lean's change-oriented production system?
* How do MRP II, and traditional approaches to accounting and HR functions, help or hurt Lean implementations?

Narayan Laksham will be joined by John Young, materials and supply chain leader at Trane, who is spearheading an end-to-end lean implementation and will discuss the lessons learned by this leading HVAC manufacturer as it gained visibility into its supply chain.
Links
- Narayan Laksham's blog.
- Ultriva Lean Supply 2-minute video demo.
- Ultriva Lean Scheduling 2-minute video demo.
- Lean manufacturing white paper.

Manufacturers can identify areas for improvement themselves with powerful online tool
The Lean Assessment Tool is now available online at ultriva.com. It assists materials management, supply chain replenishment, purchasing and operations professionals in their quest to streamline their manufacturing value chain. The Lean Assessment Tool lets users upload hundreds of parts histories and then graphically visualize their current replenishment patterns along with future potential opportunities. Ultriva's patent-pending consumption-driven replenishment algorithms allow users to perform 'what if' simulations in real time. The Lean Assessment Tool performs a comprehensive inventory sizing analysis and instantly identifies specific parts that can be optimized through inventory reduction. Users can then:

* Look at potential savings by parts and by suppliers.
* View the top 100 parts that offer the highest savings.
* Conduct 'What If' analyses by interactively varying lot sizes, lead times and safety stocks.
* Create reports and charts that can be exported and saved locally.
* Share the analysis with team members and management.

About Ultriva
Ultriva Inc. develops software that drives lean processes across the supply chains, factory floors and demand chains of today's efficient manufacturing plants. 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 at over 100 plants worldwide, incorporating more than 4,000 suppliers, transacting more than one billion dollars of inventory and reducing manufacturing costs for industry leaders such as AGCO, Emerson, Ingersoll-Rand, McKesson, Rexnord, and Timken. ultriva.com

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

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Colorado BioScience Association, Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation and CEA Technologies, Inc., Promote the State's Bioscience Industry at the 2008 AdvaMed MedTech Conference in Washington D.C.

The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation and CEA Technologies, Inc. are joining forces to promote the State's burgeoning bioscience industry at the AdvaMed 2008 MedTech Conference in Washington, D.C., September 21-24. Participation in this premier event for medical device manufacturers will showcase Colorado's CEA Technologies, Inc., a leader in the contract design and manufacture of disposable and reusable electromechanical devices used in critical care applications for Fortune 20 medical device companies.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- The Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation and CEA Technologies, Inc. are joining forces to promote the State's burgeoning bioscience industry at the AdvaMed 2008 MedTech Conference in Washington, D.C., September 21-24. The announcement is made by Christine Shapard, Deputy Director of CBSA.

"The medical device industry is fast becoming a growth industry for the Colorado Springs region. We are excited to partner with the Colorado BioScience Association and CEA Technologies, Inc. to make more companies aware of the advantages of locating their facilities in our community," commented Dave White, Executive Vice President, Marketing, for the Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation.

Participation in this premier event for medical device manufacturers will showcase CEA Technologies, Inc., a leader in the contract design and manufacture of disposable and reusable electromechanical devices used in critical care applications for Fortune 20 medical device companies.

The value added resource of CEA Global Dominican has enhanced the ability of this fast-growing company to transfer products from low volume production to high volume production in the Dominican Republic taking advantage of several key cost saving incentives. This global business strategy will stimulate substantial growth of new contract product design and development work at CEA Technologies in Colorado Springs resulting in increased revenue and employment.

"The State of Colorado, the City of Colorado Springs and CEA Technologies are proven in their ability to exceed the expectations of the medical device industry," commented Steve Wychulis, Director of Corporate Development, CEA Technologies, Inc. "This collaborative environment provides an atmosphere focused on enhancing and defending the value propositions of our bioscience community."

Colorado's bioscience sector has seen a twenty-eight percent growth over the past five years from 330 companies to 460 bioscience companies necessitating the formation of a new Colorado Springs chapter of the Colorado BioScience Association. Colorado is home to 200 medical device companies within this sector, 20 being located in the Pikes Peak region.

About Colorado BioScience Association

CBSA is a not-for-profit corporation providing services and support for Colorado's growing biosciences industry. With more than 400 members, the CBSA actively works to promote the growth of the industry by advocating for a better business environment, by promoting programs that grow the state's bioscience workforce, by fighting for policies that support a strong bioscience industry in the state and by speaking with a single voice on behalf of the companies in the state. For more information, visit http://www.cobioscience.com.

About the Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation

The Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation is a privately-funded organization whose sole purpose is to provide primary employers with complementary, comprehensive relocation and expansion services. For more information, visit http://www.coloradosprings.org.

About CEA Technologies, Inc.

CEA Technologies, Inc. and CEA Global, Inc. have been providing product development and complete product assembly and packaging services to the medical industry for over 18 years. The company has a proven track record with the Fortune 20 Medical Device companies in designing and manufacturing disposable and reusable electromechanical devices used in critical care applications. For more information, visit http://www.ceatechnologies.com.

Contacts:

Christine Shapard, Colorado BioScience Association - 303-592-4089

Maggie Chamberlin Holben, APR, Absolutely PR - http://www.absolutelypr.com - 303-984-9801

Steve Wychulis, CEA Technologies, Inc. - (719) 433-4650

Dave White, Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation - (719) 291-9377

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3rd Rubber & Tire Meet in Krakow Will Address Rising Crude Prices, Harvest Woes, Lack of Substitutes & More

CMT's 3rd Rubber & Tire Russia/CEE Markets conference is expected to have a bigger turnout as many new speaker companies have consented to share their knowledge and experiences in the fastest growing region for rubber and tire. They include key industry experts from Lanxess, LMC, Sibur, MLPC International and Bekaert who will share their perspectives on the Europe Market Outlook while Synthos, Fenner Dunlop, Rosava and Birla Carbon will examine the demand-supply dynamics and impact of the rising raw materials costs.

Krakow, Poland (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- An annual rubber & tire meeting to discuss challenges facing the industry will take place in Krakow, Poland on October 14-15, 2008.

One key issue to be raised during the 2-day 3rd Rubber & Tire Russia/CEE Markets conference will be on prices of synthetic and natural rubber that have risen tremendously amid rising crude prices and harvest woes. Coupled with lack of material substitution for rubber, buyers are forced to juggle costs with more efficient sourcing strategies as well as managing demand-supply dynamics of raw materials such as natural rubber, synthetic rubber, carbon black, steel tire cord etc. Presenting their perspectives on this issue are representatives from Fenner Dunlop, Birla Carbon and Synthos.

Sibur Tire on the other hand will discuss the outlook of OTR market in the CIS region & the development trends of tractor tires. Due to the boom in mining and agriculture activities which translates to a rise in Off the Road Tires (OTR) demand and with a global shortage now, Bridgestone, whose OTR sales rose by more than 5% last year, has announced plans to increase its output of large and ultra large radial tires by 40% by 2012. (Source: Tire Review, April 1 2008).
While cost management remains important, tire makers in Russia/CEE will also need to continuously innovate to maintain their market position in meeting international industry standards.

To provide an insight on potential markets, a review on the latest tire market trends in Ukraine will be presented by invited speaker from Rosava while speakers from LMC International and Lanxess will discuss market outlook for natural rubber and butyl rubber respectively. In addition, a representative from Raiffeisen Central Bank is set to examine a Macro Economic Outlook of Russia/CEE markets.

Other interesting papers to be tabled include a topic on the impact of Chinese Tire exports on the Russia/CEE region from Beijing R&D Institute of Rubber Industry, and presentation on the cost-effectiveness, potential of tire recycling and its new technology by speaker from Green Rubber Global.

This conference promises valuable input on the outlook of OTR market in the CIS region & development trends of tractor tires and will also be the premier networking platform to develop vital business relationships. Those seeking more information and who wish to register for this authoritative event should visit http://www.cmtevents.com/newevents.aspx?ev=081042&

About Centre For Management Technology:
A global organizer HQ in Singapore, CMT is dedicated to the provision of latest business and technology information through high profile conferences for varied industries. CMT forums encircle the globe from Asia Pacific to Middle East to New Europe/Russia and the Americas. In 25 years of operation, CMT has hosted leading conferences on Petroleum, Refining, LPG, future fuels like Biodiesel, Biofuels and Coal to Liquids, Gas to Liquids, Bio mass to Liquid Technology and many more. Visit www.cmtevents.com for further information about us.

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Free Webcast on Pharmaceutical Quality by Design: The Road Ahead

This October 14 event will feature FDA's Moheb Nasr and Helen Winkle, Wyeth's Michael Kowolenko, and Cerulean Associates' John Avellanet, plus an opportunity to ask speakers questions directly.

Itasca, IL (PRWEB) September 22, 2008 -- For several years now, Quality by Design (QbD) has been a buzzword within the pharmaceutical industry. As more companies and professionals from different functional areas within the industry embrace the concept, there's growing evidence of potential savings and return on investment.

A free webcast, "Pharmaceutical Quality by Design: The Road Ahead," will look at the progress, challenges that remain, and how the industry can take a more strategic approach to drug development and the knowledge management it requires.

The 75-minute webcast will take place on October 14 at 11:00 a.m. EDT in the U.S. (10:00 a.m. Central, 8:00 a.m. Pacific). Speakers will include FDA's Moheb Nasr and Helen Winkle, two of the chief architects of the QbD initiative in the pharmaceutical industry, as well as Wyeth Biotech Sr. VP Michael Kowolenko, and prominent consultant John Avellanet of Cerulean Associates. The event will be moderated by Agnes Shanley, editor in chief of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing magazine. Sponsors include Ahura Scientific, Celsis, ESA Biosciences, Malvern Instruments, SAP, and Tunnell Consulting.

"By focusing, rather than eliminating, scientific inquiry and experiment, QbD has the potential to transform the entire industry," says Shanley. "This focus can only help the patient and improve the bottom line, at a time when it takes over 10 years and a billion dollars to bring a new drug to market."

The webcast coincides with the same-day launch of www.PharmaQbD.com, a new website devoted to advancing Quality by Design within the drug industry.

The program will be as follows:

Helen Winkle, Director, Office of Pharmaceuticals, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
"The Desired State: Challenges and Speed Bumps"

Dr. Moheb Nasr Director. Office of Pharmaceuticals, New Drug Safety, FDA
"How Far We've Come and Where We Need to Go : A QbD Progress Report"

John Avellanet, Managing Director, Cerulean Associates, LLP
"Turning Data into Knowledge"

Dr. Michael Kowolenko, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals
"Special Issues for Applying QbD Concepts to Biopharma R&D"

To register, please visit: https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=119251&sessionid=1&key=C829A099432134325C5049F9A0E4F2E4&deletecookie=true&sourcepage=register

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Samco Machinery Expands the Roll Forming Process Internationally

Samco Machinery, creators of top quality roll formers used worldwide, expands their business to accommodate international markets. Recently Samco visited India and entered into a contract to supply a Tata subsidiary with roll formers to make the Nano. Samco is currently making expansion efforts to other nations including Russia, Dubai and China.

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) September 21, 2008 -- Samco Machinery, creators of top quality roll formers used worldwide, expands their business to accommodate international markets. Recently Samco visited India and entered into a contract to supply a Tata subsidiary with roll formers to make the Nano. Samco is currently making expansion efforts to other nations including Russia, Dubai and China.

Since 1972, Samco Machinery has been the leader in the roll forming process. Two years ago Joseph P. Repovs, Chairman and CEO of Samco Machinery, recognized the value of visiting India and meeting with Tata. The visit resulted in a 3 million dollar contract and the chance to be part of creating the most affordable car in the world today, known as 'The People's Car'. Automotive and construction opportunities continue to develop everyday in nations such as Russia, India, Dubai and China.

According to Rosstat, the Federal State Statistics Service, there will be 72.5 million square meters of housing constructed in Russia by the end of 2008. Repovs realizes the expansion to global markets builds business and increases construction productivity worldwide. Samco spent 36 years in the local market until their recent expansion. Now Samco has a facility located in New Delhi and seeks to expand further to offer roll formers to Russia and Dubai.

Repovs states, "These countries are where the wealth is going to be created in the future. If you want to be part of that, you have to get over there. Instead of waiting for the world to come to us, we decided we had to go out to the world. You have to have a lot of patience and stick with it. Call it a leap of faith."

Samco Machinery is ready to address the red tape involved with global expansion to realize its benefits. Last year, Samco began a joint venture with Galium, an Indian company outside New Delhi. Samco-Galium put together a roll forming process line for Asia Motor Works/Essar Group that helps make heavy gauge truck chassis. Samco's expansion to Russia and Dubai would promote advanced technology and growth internationally. Samco has roll former machines in ten other countries including Italy, Finland, Britain, South Africa and Costa Rica.

For detailed information about Samco Machinery visit www.Samco-Machinery.com or call direct at 416-285-0619.

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Church Chair and Furniture Manufacturer to Launch New Site in October

Church Chairs manufacturer in partnership with leading SEO Services provided announces the launch of its new website.

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) September 21, 2008 -- Sanctuary seating specialist and church furniture manufacturer Chairs 4 Worship announces the launch of its new website in October. Chairs 4 Worship is a family owned and operated business specialising in church chairs and other church furniture for over twenty years. Chairs 4 Worship offers sanctuary seating, banquet chairs, chairs for fellowship spaces, and chair accessories such as under-seat book racks, communion cup holders, and card and pencil holders. They offer both metal and wooden stacking chairs. Chairs 4 Worship has recently partnered with Dallas-based SEO 1 Services to engineer the launch of the new website.

Chairs 4 Worship chose SEO 1 Services to manage the website launch because of the SEO company's expertise in organic Search Engine Marketing (SEM) strategies. The retailer is relying on SEO1 Services to increase the visibility of the website and to offer a more user-friendly browsing experience. The new website includes a Buyers' Guide, an FAQ section, a list of current specials, and Live Chat with a Chairs 4 Worship representative. It also includes a list of chairs ready to ship for customers who don't require custom seating.

"Being the manufacturer of the best Church Chairs is not enough to reach the masses, we needed a strong online presence. We are very excited about launching the new website," says Anthony Cler of Chairs 4 Worship. 'We think that our customers will be pleased with the new format and its ease of use, particularly given the Live Chat option included on the site. We really love the 360° views of the chairs that will be included on the website as we think that will help customers envision what the chairs will look like in their unique spaces. And we're grateful to SEO 1 Services for putting together and launching such a great website for us.'

The site will launch in Mid-October.

About Uniflex:
Uniflex is the Leading manufacturer and retailer of church furniture, pews and chairs. Uniflex headquarters is based in Muenster, Texas.
Tel: 1-800-279-7115

About SEO 1 Services:
Dallas based SEO 1 Services is a nationally acclaimed SEO Services company providing search engine optimization and internet marketing services.

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Progenitor Cell Therapy Strengthens Personnel Roster

Contract manufacturer PCT announces key hiring and promotions

Hackensack, NJ (PRWEB) September 21, 2008 -- Progenitor Cell Therapy, LLC (PCT) announced today a number of key personnel decisions. "These changes," states PCT President Dr. Robert A. Preti, "are part of our overall human resources strategy to ensure that PCT's core personnel base continues to strengthen and keep pace with our facilities and business expansion."

Giovanni D'Alia joined PCT in July 2008 as Director, Manufacturing Operations (East Coast). He is a successful staff manager with a record of cross-functional accomplishments, involving internal and external collaborations. Mr. D'Alia has demonstrated successful leadership in team environments from start-up biotech operations to large pharmaceutical companies. He has a Master of Science degree in Biology from William Paterson University and continues coursework toward a Master of Business Administration.

Prior to joining PCT, Giovanni held managerial positions at Elusys Therapeutics Inc., the most recent of which was Director of Manufacturing and Analytical Sciences. Previously he was a senior research scientist at Hoffman La-Roche, in operations technical support with Roche Molecular Systems, and held manufacturing oversight positions with Wyeth Lederle Vaccines & Pediatrics and LigoChem Inc.

In addition to the hiring of Mr. D'Alia, PCT also announced today the promotion of two other personnel.

Karin Abitorabi (M.S.) is now a Senior Scientist, Process Development - a promotion from her previous position as Scientist, Process Development. While at PCT, Ms. Abitorabi has assumed an ever-increasing level of lead support in process development projects as PCT assists clients in developing their cell therapy products for clinical and/or commercial manufacturing production.

Marta Schilling has been promoted to Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations and Process Development (West Coast). Ms. Schilling's promotion is a reflection of her past performance as Director of Manufacturing Operations (West Coast), her dedication, considerable management skills, and increased oversight of Materials Control and Process Development at PCT's Mountain View facility.

About Progenitor Cell Therapy, LLC
Progenitor Cell Therapy, LLC (PCT) is a client-based company providing cell therapy service solutions for the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of cell-based therapies. With its cell therapy manufacturing facilities and team of experienced professionals, PCT provides current Good Manufacturing Practices cGMP-compliant services for pre-clinical and clinical development, manufacturing, and eventual commercialization of cellular therapies for clients throughout the world. For more information, please visit http://www.progenitorcelltherapy.com.

Contact:
George S. Goldberger, Chief Business Officer
(201) 883-5314 ggoldberger(at)progenitorcelltherapy.com

This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy any securities of Progenitor Cell Therapy. In addition, certain of the statements in this press release are forward-looking statements relating to such matters as anticipated financial performance, business prospects, technological developments, new products, research, and development activities and similar matters. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the company or its industry's actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may," "intend," "will," "should," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "potential" or "continue" or the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are only predictions. Actual events or results may differ materially. Although the company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements. Moreover, neither the company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of such statements. The company is under no duty to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release to conform such statements to actual results.

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O/E to Present at the 2008 National Safety Council Congress & Expo

SafetyIMPACT! joins the UAW in presenting Improving Worker Safety to Gain a Competitive Advantage.

Troy, MI (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 20, 2008 -- O/E’s Phil La Duke and Daryl James will share the podium with UAW Local 3520 President George Drexel at the 2008 National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo. They will present Improving Worker Safety to Gain a Competitive Advantage.

The inspiration for this presentation was the work that O/E and UAW Local 3520 did with Daimler Truck at its Freightliner Cleveland Truck Plant, one of the largest truck manufacturing plants in North America. Significant worker safety improvements were made using SafetyIMPACT!, O/E’s revolutionary new approach to improving workplace safety.

“We were so successful that we decided to submit a proposal to speak at the 2008 National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo. We will be presenting side-by-side comparisons of two companies each from meat processing, tire manufacturing, and heavy truck manufacturing,” says George Drexel.

George Drexel is the current President of United Auto Worker’s Local 3520 representing over 4000 workers in North Carolina who are employed by Ford Motor Company, Metaldyne Corporation, and Daimler Truck North America (formerly Freightliner). Drexel graduated from Catawba College with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Business Administration with a major of applied management from Indiana Wesleyan University.

"Even though we had tremendous successes in aerospace, automobile manufacturing, and healthcare, we knew from the onset that heavy truck manufacturing at a facility the size of this one (Freightliner Cleveland Truck Plant) would be a challenge," remembers La Duke. "The sheer size and scope of manufacturing vehicles of this size makes it a challenge for even the best system to be successful, but fortunately, everyone involved at this facility really went the extra mile," La Duke recounted.

Phil La Duke is an internationally renowned speaker on culture change and performance improvement topics, particularly worker health and safety. In addition to his presentation at the National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo, La Duke has spoken at Automation Alley, the Canadian Society for Safety Engineering, and the Michigan Safety Conference. La Duke was also a part of the SafetyIMPACT! team that developed UAW-Chrysler’s major corporate change initiative, Bringing Excellence to Safety Teams (B.E.S.T.) that propelled Chrysler to a leadership position in worker safety. The implementation of the B.E.S.T. process is credited by many as being a primary reason that UAW-Chrysler was awarded the National Safety Council’s highest honor, the Green Cross for Safety Award, and it being named one of North America’s Top 20 Safest Companies by Health & Safety magazine.

Rounding out the trio is Daryl James CIH CSP. Before retiring from Chrysler, James worked in a leadership role as Senior Manager of Advanced and Current Process Safety at DaimlerChrysler Corporation. In that capacity he was responsible for Safety Program administration, development, and oversight for all operations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. James also played a pivotal role in the design and development of UAW-Chrysler’s Bringing Excellence to Safety Teams (B.E.S.T.).

The presentation materials will be available from the SafetyIMPACT! Web site (www.safety-impact.com) after the presentation in Anaheim, CA.

"I am excited and proud to have O/E and its customers speaking at such an important and prestigious venue. At O/E, our goal is to help our customers to be more successful by helping them to develop safer, healthier, and more productive employees," says O/E CEO Rick Vlasic. "We are thrilled to present such an important topic to a room full of safety experts from manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, and other industries."

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

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

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The Glitziest School Supply Donation Ever to Come to Valley Elementary Schools

Glitz Design, a locally owned scrapbook supply company, is donating to local elementary school art classes the same way they do everything else…with as much Glitz as possible. The three Glitz Design owners will be making the rounds to 10 selected Phoenix metro area elementary schools to deliver donations on Thursday, September 25th and Friday, September 26th, 2008. The donated supplies (with a retail value of approx. $5,000) include: over 2500 sheets of full color, double sided heavy stock scrapbook paper, over 2000 full color, pop out chipboard stickers (Glitz calls it Eye Candy), and over 1000 Glitz Icing strips (flexible, self adhesive strips of rhinestones).

(PRWEB) September 20, 2008 -- Glitz Design, a locally owned scrapbook supply company, is donating to local elementary school art classes the same way they do everything else…with as much Glitz as possible. The three Glitz Design owners will be making the rounds to 10 selected Phoenix metro area elementary schools to deliver donations on Thursday, September 25th and Friday, September 26th, 2008. The donated supplies (with a retail value of approx. $5,000) include: over 2500 sheets of full color, double sided heavy stock scrapbook paper, over 2000 full color, pop out chipboard stickers (Glitz calls it Eye Candy), and over 1000 Glitz Icing strips (flexible, self adhesive strips of rhinestones).

Laura Funk, one of the Glitz Design owners, said, "The elementary schools just seem to continuously struggle to keep up with the demand for supplies…with a shortage of the basics there's definitely not a lot of extra 'fun' supplies. And we thought…we can definitely do something about that!"

Glitz Design Elementary School Donations:
A few of the products that will be included in the donated art supply packages:
1. Eye Candy: these chipboard stickers are high quality and super cute; already accented with frosting these sturdy accents make any project fun.
2. Donated papers include samplings from several different paper lines, but one of the popular lines is pictured below: Summer Crush.
3. And of course…nothing is more Glitzy than the traditional sparkles that come from the self adhesive pearl strips.

Why Glitz?
Glitz design was created by 3 women out of the Phoenix, Arizona area who wanted to see some glitz and glam without a lot of hassle for those with pages and projects that need to sparkle. Laura Funk, Erin DeSpain, and Ginger John worked together to create the line of products that had leaders in the industry talking as soon as they made their very first debut at the CHA Summer Show of 2007. Glitz Design has since become known for their bold, new, intriguing color schemes, fun, versatile paper designs, "glitzy" accessories, and innovative digital and printable cds jam packed with unheard of numbers of digital files!

The Glitz Girls:
Find out more about the Glitz Design team and Glitz Design products now available for sale to wholesalers by visiting www.glitzitnow.com or contacting Ginger John, Erin DeSpain or Laura Funk directly at ginger@glitzitnow.com, erin@glitzitnow.com, or laura@glitzitnow.com ... respectively. You can also access photos, video clips, giveaways and demos of Glitz Design products at glitzitnow.blogspot.com.

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Planisware Cited by Gartner as Best Suited for Product-Centric IT Organizations

Planisware solution brings IT, engineering, marketing and finance together to allow companies to manage their business portfolio.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- Planisware today announced that it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. in the challengers quadrant in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management Applications.* In addition Gartner pointed out that Planisware "best suits more capable IT organizations that are oriented toward product development".

"We see a trend in the corporate world where all projects, whether IT or product related, are coming under increased scrutiny to ensure they are in line with corporate objectives and profit goals. We are also witnessing a need from our customers toward a more enterprise-wide or corporate portfolio management solution that encompasses both IT and product development. We believe Planisware is best suited for companies with a desire to manage their business with a solution that encompasses IT, engineering, marketing and finance stakeholders," said Pierre Demonsant, CEO of Planisware.

The Planisware system--which features integrated portfolio management, investment and budget management, financial and resource forecasting, idea management, project management, resource planning and time and budget management--has achieved significant growth and even broader market acceptance in the past year.

With the release of Planisware 5 the Planisware system now includes sophisticated financial health forecasting and monitoring as well as top down capital allocation and strategic bucket definition. These additional features allow finance and marketing to participate in the corporate portfolio process, bringing financial forecasts in line with real costs in order to maximize the value of the portfolio. Additionally the Planisware system is perfectly suited for both IT and product development processes allowing an organization to standardize on one solution that satisfies all requirements.

* Gartner, Inc., "Magic Quadrant for IT Project and Portfolio Management Applications, 2008" by Matt Light, Daniel B. Stang, June 13, 2008.

About Planisware
Planisware is the leading global Product Portfolio Management software company supplying real solutions to companies managing complex R&D investments. The acclaimed flexibility of the Planisware solution allows customers to align the software solution with key business programs and portfolio management processes. Planisware is a profitable, growing, global company with 30% annual growth, 150,000 users and over 100 Global 1000 companies as customers. To learn more about Planisware, visit www.planisware.com, call 888-752-6479 or info(at)planisware.com

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Unifin Offers Cardinal Valves for Demanding Transformer Oil Applications

Rugged Valves Perform in Extreme Temperatures

London, ON (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- Unifin, a world-leading supplier of Cooling Equipment and Transformer oil pumps and Valves to the Power Generation and Power Transformer industries, offers its line of heavy-duty Transformer oil Valves, manufactured under the company's Cardinal brand. Cardinal Valves are the industry's only Valves that are specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of Transformer oil applications.

To perform reliably under extreme operating conditions, Cardinal Valves are rated for temperatures ranging from -40ºC (-40ºF) to 100ºC (212ºF). All Cooling Equipment parts are made from non-corrosive or a suitably protected material to withstand outdoor exposure on external surfaces and hot Transformer oil on internal surfaces.

Cardinal Valves are robust in design, so that over-tightening or minor abuse encountered in handling or during factory/field installation will not result in Valve malfunction.

* All Valve fasteners are designed to prevent loosening under normal operating conditions for the best in Cooling Equipment maintenance.

The operating handle displays the Valve's open and shut position and can be manually locked in either position. In the open position the Valve flapper will not vibrate or flutter when the Valve is installed close to the suction side of the pump. The flapper acts as a fluid straightener thus enhancing the pump's performance.

* Valves are individually coated with oil and sealed to protect the Cooling Equipment from contaminants.

Cardinal Valves are designed for use on new Transformers or as replacements on existing electrical Transformers. Cardinal Valves are available in sizes ranging from 2" to 8" including ANSI standard and OEM-specific flange configurations.

For more information about Unifin's superior performance Cardinal Valves for the most efficient Cooling Equipment for all overheating Transformer applications in the Power Generation and Power Transformer industries, and to see additional Unifin Cooling Equipment, please visit http://www.unifin.com/prodC5.asp?m=cascadeList,C.

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

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Analog Devices Unveils Op Amp with Over-Voltage Protection for Industrial Process Controls

ADI’s ADA4091-2 dual rail-to-rail op amp delivers industry’s best combination of low offset, low offset drift and wide gain-bandwidth across a variety of sensor inputs, while over-voltage protection circuitry prevents phase-inversion errors.

NORWOOD, Mass. (Business Wire EON/PRWEB ) September 19, 2008 -- Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a world leader in semiconductors for signal processing applications and leading developer of amplifier technology, today introduced a highly integrated precision operational amplifier (op amp) with on-chip over-voltage protection circuitry. The ADA4091-2 precision op amp affords industrial equipment designers the industry’s most reliable, accurate, easy-to-use alternative to competing discrete analog input solutions.

“Industrial amplifiers are subject to fault voltages from a variety of sources, including electro-magnetic interference, damaged cabling, lightning strikes and other disturbances on the power grid, incorrect hookups to other system components and power-line surges when power to the system is restored after routine service or equipment upgrades,” said Steve Sockolov, product line director, Precision Signal Processing, Analog Devices. “Such over-voltage conditions can cause phase inversion or damage the amplifier and other circuitry, resulting in system lock-up or outright failure.”

The ADA4091-2 op amp’s performance is fully specified, including the device’s on-chip over-voltage circuitry. This simplifies equipment design and error analysis and results in more consistent output readings in industrial process controls, battery-powered instrumentation, power supply control and protection systems and remote sensors.

By providing localized signal conditioning and the industry’s best combination of low offset, low offset drift and wide gain-bandwidth, the ADA4091-2 delivers precision performance across a variety of sensor inputs, while the over-voltage protection feature prevents phase-inversion errors and excessive input current flows during transient or fault conditions. The performance of competing op amps must be evaluated to compensate for the error effects of discrete over-voltage circuitry on system performance, which adds a layer of complexity and uncertainty to the design process.

By integrating the requisite over-voltage protection circuitry, the ADA4091-2 dual micro-power op amp with rail-to-rail inputs and output allows system designers to reduce the number of external components needed to ensure stable system operation.

The new 1.5-MHz op amp features a low 350-µA-per-channel supply current, a 0.5-V/µs slew rate, and offset voltage of 500 µV max., which assure system accuracy with varied sensor types in harsh operating environments while eliminating the need for cooling fans or other costly thermal management devices. The 36-V ADA4091-2 op amp protects up to 12 V above and below the supply rails at ±15 V and 25 V above and below the supply rails at ±5 V. In an industrial signal chain, the ADA4091-2 is well matched to operate with a range of ADCs (analog-to-digital converters), including ADI’s AD761x and AD763x PulSAR® ADCs and AD7190 and AD7794 sigma-delta ADCs.

Availability and Pricing

The ADA4091-2 is sampling now and will be available in production quantities in November. The ADA4091-2 is housed in an 8-lead LFCSP (lead-frame chip-scale package) and is priced at $1.80 per unit in 1,000-unit quantities. For more information, visit www.analog.com/pr/ADA4091.

Analog Devices and Amplifiers

Analog Devices is a world leader in the design and manufacture of amplifiers. Amplifiers along with data converters are the foundation of the company. ADI is recognized by designers as offering the industry’s highest performance and most reliable high-speed, precision, RF, broadband, and instrumentation amplifiers. ADI also offers an extensive portfolio of comparators that are used in a wide variety of applications. For more information, visit http://www.analog.com/en/amplifiers-and-comparators/ products/index.html.

About Analog Devices

Innovation, performance, and excellence are the cultural pillars on which Analog Devices has built one of the longest standing, highest growth companies within the technology sector. Acknowledged industry-wide as the world leader in data conversion and signal conditioning technology, Analog Devices serves over 60,000 customers, representing virtually all types of electronic equipment. Celebrating over 40 years as a leading global manufacturer of high-performance integrated circuits used in analog and digital signal processing applications, Analog Devices is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, with design and manufacturing facilities throughout the world. Analog Devices' common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker “ADI” and is included in the S&P 500 Index. http://www.analog.com

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Free Electrical Safety Webinar to Focus on Arc Flash Rules and Accident Prevention

On Thursday September 25, 2008, ElectricalEngineer.com - the online community for electrical engineers, is offering a free Webinar titled - "5 strategies for understanding and implementing the 2009 Arc Flash Rules"

Canton, OH (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- On Thursday September 25, 2008, ElectricalEngineer.com - the online community for electrical engineers, is offering a free Webinar titled - "5 strategies for understanding and implementing the 2009 Arc Flash Rules"

Each year thousands of workers are injured or killed by electrical explosions known as Arc Flash. One slip of a screw driver while working on electrical equipment can create anything from a small spray of sparks to a large electrical explosion that can engulf the worker in a fireball causing severe injury and death.

What are the mandatory rules required to protect the worker from the deadly effects of an arc flash? Who do these rules cover? How do you select proper personal protective equipment for the worker? What if you do not comply? What are the qualifications for someone to work on electrical equipment? Why are there so many standards regarding arc flash including NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, NESC and more - isn't OSHA enough? With all of the different standards, compliance is like trying to hit a moving target.

Whether your company has a large electrical power distribution system, is an electric utility, or only has one electrical panel, this 1 hour program can show you how to reduce your chances of violating OSHA when it comes to electrical safety - reducing the possibility of an arc flash incident and large OSHA fines.

"5 strategies for understanding and implementing the 2009 Arc Flash Rules"
Thursday September 25, 2008 - 1:00 PM EST - Presented by ElectricalEngineer.com
For more information and to register for this free event, visit Free Electrical Safety Training

This program is a Must Attend for all Facility Managers, Engineers, Maintenance Personal, plant managers, Health and Safety Officials, Production and Operation managers and anyone involved with electrical power systems. Don't let your employees get burned by Arc Flash and don't let your company get burned by OSHA.

About ElectricalEngineer.com - Electrical Engineering is a one-stop resource for electrical engineers and electrical engineering students. Every day visitors to ElectricalEngineer.com rely on this source of technical and professional information, products, resources and services related to power generation, power transmission & controls, optics, aerospace, biomedical, computers and more. One of the primary benefits of ElectricalEngineer.com is derived from the social, professional, and career networking opportunities. Individual user profiles allow the community of experienced engineers and students to post research, publish papers, seek peer review, advise fellow engineers, and communicate within specific user communities based on their engineering discipline.

About the speaker - Jim Phillips P.E. is an internationally known highly sought after speaker and author in the subject of Electric Power Distribution Systems. For over twenty-five years Jim Phillips, P.E. has conducted over 1,700 live electrical training seminars for tens of thousands of people, in the U.S. and around the globe.
Jim is a member of the IEEE 1584 Working Group "Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations", and has developed 26 training programs based on his vast experience with electrical utilities, large industrial companies and government agencies. Based on Jim's unique teaching style and ability to answer the tough questions, class participants continually rate him as one of the best instructors in the industry.

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Cygne Designs, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results

Cygne Designs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CYDS) today announced results of operations for the second quarter ended July 31, 2008.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- Cygne Designs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CYDS) today announced results of operations for the second quarter ended July 31, 2008.

Net sales for the second quarter of 2008 were $12,595,000, a decrease of $20,594,000, or 62.1%, from net sales of $33,189,000 for the second quarter of 2007. The decrease in sales for the second quarter of 2008 compared to the second quarter of 2007 of $20,594,000 was mainly attributable to a decrease in sales of the Company’s branded products of $1,134,000 and a decrease in sales of the Company’s private label products of $19,460,000. Furthermore, due to the recent loss of its two major customers, the Company is currently not developing any new products and as is focused on selling its existing inventory.

The gross profit for the second quarter of 2008 was $466,000, or 3.70% of net sales, a decrease of $7,352,000 from a gross profit of $7,818,000, or 23.56% of net sales, for the second quarter of 2007. This decrease in gross profit is primarily attributable to the recent loss of the Company’s two major customers and the necessary inventory reserves, chargebacks and discounts required as a result, and an overall lower gross margin on the products purchased during the period.

The Company recorded a net loss of $16,616,000, or $0.44 loss per share on a basic and diluted share basis, for the quarter ended July 31, 2008 as compared to a net profit of $1,581,000, or $0.06 per share on a basic and diluted share basis, for the prior year period. The net loss of $16,616,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2008 included expenses of $13,677,000 for impairment of goodwill.

Cygne Designs, Inc. is a designer, merchandiser, manufacturer and distributor of branded and private label women’s denim, casual and career apparel with sales to retailers located in the United States.

Statements contained in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those projected. Such risks and uncertainties are discussed more fully in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2008, the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 31, 2008 and the Company’s other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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New High Performance Brushless dc Motors From NMB

NMB Technologies Corporation introduces a new line of high efficiency brushless dc motors ideally suited for the medical, industrial, packaging and material handling industries.

Chatsworth, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 19, 2008 -- NMB Technologies Corporation introduces a new line of high efficiency brushless dc motors ideally suited for the medical, industrial, packaging and material handling industries.

Available in sizes ranging from 15mm to 65mm outer diameter, 1W to 500W, 3 phase delta winding construction with 3 internal hall sensors (HED), the new NMB brushless dc motors offer a higher performance to size ratio and improved efficiency. These new NMB brushless dc motors are perfect for installation in restricted areas, such as environments sensitive to interference and where battery powered equipment is present.

Various magnet materials, air and internally fan cooled options, as well as gears and gearboxes, encoder and brakes are available based on OEM performance characteristic requirements. Electronics and mechanical modifications are also available.

Designed and developed in Germany and Japan, with production in Thailand and Slovakia, and supported by local application engineers, NMB brings together precision machining, expertise in process and manufacturing technology, quality systems and innovative product design, delivering a highly reliable, consistent quality product. The new brushless dc motor line expand NMB's motor offering which include brush dc motors and a complete line of permanent magnet and hybrid steppers.

The new NMB brushless dc motors are available under 4 weeks for standard samples. Low to high volume production is supported for all our OEM customers.

About NMB Technologies Corporation - NMB Technologies Corporation, a Minebea Group Company, is the world's largest manufacturer of miniature ball bearings, and a global volume leader in the design and manufacturing of precision electro-mechanical components, including cooling fans, precision small motors, mechanical bearing assemblies, keyboards and audio speakers. NMB products can be found in the personal computing, networking, telecommunications, home entertainment, home electronics, automotive, and medical and industrial markets.

For more information on NMB Technologies Corporation visit: http://www.nmbtc.com
or e-mail us at info@nmbtc.com

Press Contact:
Sarah deRosier
Marcom Manager
818.341.3355 Ext. 3406

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Cambridge International Attends Tortilla Industry Association's Annual Convention & Trade Exposition

Cambridge International to attend the Tortilla Industry Association's 19th Annual Convention & Trade Exposition, September 29 - October 1, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV.

Cambridge, MD (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 19, 2008 -- Cambridge International, the world's largest manufacturer of metal conveyor belting, announces its participation in the most important event of the year for the tortilla industry, the Tortilla Industry Association's 19th Annual Convention & Trade Exposition. The event will take place on September 29 - October 1, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV.

Producers, suppliers, and others involved in the tortilla industry will be present to explore and share their newest ideas and innovations. The event will feature materials, equipment, and services exclusively for the tortilla industry, with all the major contacts to network with in one place.

Cambridge International will be featuring its newest metal belt product, DURAFLEX™, at the Expo. Used on food processing conveyor systems, DURAFLEX™ is the most open metal belt available that does not compromise belt strength.

Benefits of DURAFLEX™ include splicing in as little as 30 seconds without weaving, special tools or welding using Cambridge's Kwik Connect Splice Rod. Splicing is done from the side of the belt rather than from the middle and does not create a weak point; allowing snag free operation. DURAFLEX™ also produces less stretch than flex-style belts, and is very easy to clean.

Tortilla makers in particular benefit from DURAFLEX™'s superior cooling characteristics utilizing ambient air, as no extra cooling chamber is required when using DURAFLEX™.

Cambridge also has the ability to custom make DURAFLEX™ in a variety of opening sizes to handle any range of product sizes.

To learn more about DURAFLEX™ metal belting, visit the Cambridge International exhibit booth at TIA Booth # 309 & 311. You may also visit www.cambridge-intl.com/duraflex, email your request to duraflex @ cambridge-intl.com, or phone toll-free at 866-211-8824.

About Cambridge International, Inc.
With a heritage that dates back to 1911, Cambridge International is a leading wire fabricator, with a customer base that spans the world. The company's products are used in a wide variety of applications and industries. Cambridge International is recognized for forging committed, long-lasting relationships with its customers. Known from its earliest years as a pioneer in engineering and manufacturing precision-fabricated metal products, today Cambridge International continues to develop innovative product solutions for customers across many different industries and applications.

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P.M. Bedroom Gallery Meets Consumer Demand For Furniture Built And Delivered With The Highest 'Green' Standards In Mind

P.M. Bedroom Gallery, one of the nation's largest sellers of 100% American-made bedroom furniture, reiterates its commitment to building heirloom-quality furniture with the highest 'green' standards in mind.

Milwaukee, WI (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- Today's emphasis on all things "green," is nothing new to P.M. Bedroom Gallery (www.pmbedroomgallery.com), one of the nation's largest sellers of 100% American-made bedroom furniture. Since its 1993 founding, the company has continually emphasized sustainability and reducing carbon footprints, according to President and Co-Founder Arvid Huth.

"Our roots are in farming, and with that comes a strong love for the earth. We are committed to not only build custom, heirloom-quality products, but to do it with the highest 'green' standards in mind," he said.

P.M. Bedroom Gallery's "green" practices include:

* Purchasing lumber exclusively from ethical forest management sources that conform to DNR Sustainable Forestry Initiative standards.
* Use of U.S.-based (mostly Midwest) craftsmen, reducing much of the fuel and other costs associated with overseas manufacturing. "American builders also adhere to more stringent emissions standards for staining and finishing than other countries," adds Huth.
* Highest quality construction methods, yielding furniture that lasts one (or more!) lifetimes, and won't end up in a landfill for many years -- if ever.
* Reusable blanket-wrapped deliveries, eliminating the need for cardboard, plastic and foam packaging.

Huth explains that frequently replacing poorly made furniture can be bad for the environment. "If a well-made furniture piece lasts 20 years, and an inferior quality piece lasts only five years, the cheaper item might end up costing four times as much in energy costs. Meanwhile, the well-made furniture will yield a much smaller carbon footprint than the poorly made item."

"Well-made furniture can last for decades," he continues. "It can be handed down to loved ones, given to charitable organizations, or resold because it lasts.

"Conversely, poorly made furniture inevitably ends up in landfills where it decomposes. Chemicals in the particleboard, glues, foams and stain resistant treatments can enter the water supply, affecting our food and drinking water."

P.M. Bedroom Gallery offers more than 100 bedroom sets in a variety of styles, including Arts and Crafts, Contemporary, Cottage, French Country, Mission, Modern, Prairie, Rustic, Shaker, Traditional and Transitional - all with choice of wood type, stain color and hardware.

Delivery and set up is available anywhere in the United States. For more information, visit www.pmbedroomgallery.com or call 866-440-5274.

About P.M. Bedroom Gallery
Based in Milwaukee, P.M. Bedroom Gallery is one of the nation's largest retailers of 100% handcrafted American-made bedroom furniture. Every piece is custom built by Midwestern craftsmen and comes with a lifetime warranty. Most items are solid wood, available in a variety of lumbers, finishes, and hardware colors and styles. Several collections are hand-signed and dated by the builder for true heirloom value. The business was founded in 1993 by brothers Arvid and Ben Huth, who continue today as president and vice president, respectively. The company has 80 employees, eight showrooms and two distribution centers in the Chicago (Hoffman Estates, Lombard, Naperville), Milwaukee (Brookfield, Greenfield, Menomonee Falls) and Minneapolis (Blaine, Woodbury) areas.

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SlipNOT® Keeps the Smithsonian National Zoological Park Safe

The Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington D.C. is making safety priority by integrating state-of-the-art safety technology into the park. SlipNOT® Metal Safety Flooring Grip Grate® will be used in several areas of the 163-acre zoo.

Detroit, MI (PRWEB) September 19, 2008 -- The Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington D.C. is making safety priority by integrating state-of-the-art safety technology into the park. SlipNOT® Metal Safety Flooring Grip Grate® will be used in several areas of the 163-acre zoo. Various sections of the park including the Asia Trail, along with the Seal, Invertebrates, Amazonia and Upper Bear areas will be re-furbishing walkways and platforms using SlipNOT®'s non-slip galvanized steel Grip Grate®.

With up to two million guests from all over the world visiting the zoological park every year, public safety is just as a much a priority as is animal safety. Wet conditions caused by rainy days, dewy mornings, or grounds sprinklers can create a hazardous environment for both visitors and zoo employees. Having used epoxies and paints in the past as slip and fall deterrents, Facilities Management was looking for a more permanent solution for these areas; a product that would not flake, wear or chip and need no reapplication. Another benefit to using SlipNOT®'s non-slip galvanized steel grating is unlike other carbon steel alternatives it will not corrode

About SlipNOT®:
SlipNOT® Metal Safety Flooring is a leader in slip resistant safety flooring and products. Today, this women-owned (WBENC Certified) privately held company is technically advanced in anti-slip surfaces, and unequaled in capacity. W.S. Molnar Company manufactures and manages SlipNOT® Metal Safety Flooring products at their facility in Detroit, Michigan, as well as selling through independent sales representatives across the country and overseas.

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Wholesale Shoe Distributor Shoenet.com Announces Newly Available Brand Name Designer Shoes and Overstock Wholesale Shoes Department

New York based Shoenet.com, who are well known in the industry as market leading wholesale shoe suppliers, have expanded their product selection to include designer overstock brand name shoes. The highly sought after area in women's wholesale shoes include names like Steve Madden, Nine West, Vicini, Casadei, Michael Kors and more, while the men's overstock styles, which include Nike, Adidas, Puma, Reebok, Converse, New Balance have already been staggeringly popular for the company. These wholesale products are available on the distributors website Shoenet.com. The items are available for purchase in bulk, either by small pallet, or in truckload.

New York, NY (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Worldwide wholesale shoe distributor - Shoenet.com announces their newly available wholesale designer shoes department!

The biggest name in wholesale shoe distribution, Shoenet.com has expanded into the arena of wholesale designer overstock shoes.

New York based Shoenet.com, who are well known in the footwear industry as market leading wholesale shoe suppliers, have expanded their product selection to include wholesale designer shoes and sneakers overstock brand name shoes. The highly sought after area in women's wholesale shoes include names like Steve Madden shoes, Nine West shoes, Vicini shoes, Casadei shoes, Michael Kors shoes and more, while the men's overstock styles, which include Wholesale Nike Shoes and some jordans, Nike, Wholesale Adidas, Wholesale Puma, Wholesale Reebok, Wholesale Converse, Wholesale New Balance have already been staggeringly popular for the company. These cheap wholesale shoes are available on the distributors website Shoenet.com. The items are available for purchase in bulk, either by small pallet, or in truckload.

Shoenet, who have in the last month alone added 700 new styles of fall fashion footwear, wholesale women shoes, wholesale branded sneakers, wholesale brand name couture dress shoes, and a large number of wholesale winter boots to the website, are adding hundred of new styles a week to their site Shoenet.com. Shoenet.com had reached an agreement with the nation's leading department stores to offer their overstock designer footwear to the wholesale public. They are supplied in quantities ranging from 10 pairs to a full truckload of 5,000 pairs. "We are very proud of the fact that we can supply stock which is very difficult to get hold of. Whether you are a distributor of wholesale shoes Miami, or are overseas in the United Kingdom, we are delighted with the success the new designer branded overstock shoes wholesale, lines have brought us" said Haim Mizrahi co-founder of Shoenet.com
Shoenet.com, who have been rewarded with shining reviews and features in top wholesale websites are also well-respected for the niche services they offer customers, such as products which will ship out 48 hours after purchase, and free shipping on certain brands. They do more than just global shoe distribution, they also offer their customers anything they might need for their Shoe Store, such as shoe display fixtures, wholesale handbags and a very informative "how to open your own shoe store" section on the site.

About us
Shoenet, who offer thousands of styles in their instant order website, guarantee complete customer satisfaction to small shoe stores and large shoe distributors alike. Orders can be placed online at www.shoenet.com, by phone at 877-A-1-Shoes, or local or by fax at . Shoenet.com is a wholesale shoes website; individual pairs of shoes are not available for retail purchase.

Contact:
Shoenet.com
info@shoenet.com
877-A-1-SHOES

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Scaled Solar Signs First Two Sales Contracts

Scaled Solar, Inc. Enters Into Two Multi-Year Agreements to Supply Solar High Concentrating Photovoltaic Systems for Industrial Power Projects in San Francisco Bay Area and California's Central Valley.

San Francisco, California (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Scaled Solar, Inc., a provider of High Concentrating Photovoltaic (HCPV) solar power solutions, announced today it entered into two definitive supply agreements for its SS1-CPV systems in July 2008. The end applications for the systems are powering solar farms totaling 75 megawatts in the San Francisco Bay Area and California's Central Valley commencing in 2009 through 2013.

"The multi-year agreements we have signed in the past four months validates the strength of our technology position combined with a compelling value proposition for our customers," said Angel Valencia, Scaled Solar's VP. "We are in negotiations with numerous other potential customers as we look to signing more long-term supply agreements."

Scaled Solar, Inc. manufactures and markets High Concentrating Photovoltaic (HCPV) for industrial and commercial applications featuring advanced optical concentration processes and delivers dense concentration and high efficiency solar cells, thus reducing end-user costs and delivering a significant cost-per-watt clean renewable energy advantage. With Scaled Solar's standard warranty of 20 years combined with ease of deployment and management, customers can focus on streamlining their deployments.

For more information about the company, products or technology, please visit our website at http://www.scaledsolar.com.

Scaled Solar™ is a trademark of Scaled Solar, Inc.

Contact:
Scaled Solar, Inc.
Ann Natali - Communications Director
415.602.7810
ann @ scaledsolar.com

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ICD High Performance Coatings, Manufacturer of OPACI-COAT-300®/500® is Pleased to Welcome KO Glas D.O.O. to Their Team of Distributors/Manufacturers Worldwide

ICD High Performance Coatings is very excited to announce the addition of KO Glas in Slovenia to ICD's team of distributors and manufacturers.

Vancouver, Washington (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- ICD High Performance Coatings is very excited to announce the addition of KO Glas in Slovenia to ICD's team of distributors and manufacturers. KO Glas will distribute and manufacture product for ICD in the following countries; Belarus, Ukraine, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Bosnia, Russia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovak Republic, and Slovenia. Please come see KO Glas at ICD's Glasstec 2008 booth this October, booth 10B71.

"KO Glas has a wonderful reputation and we have worked with them for some time, it's of great benefit to the customers in this region to have KO Glas for their OPACI-COAT needs," states Kris Vockler; ICD Vice President, "as well, we could not be more proud to welcome this organization to our team."

For statements or questions please contact:

* Kris Vockler - +1 3605462286
* Tomek Wierzchowski - +48 664928955
* Cvetka Kosir - +386 28050170

Founded in 1986, ICD is the worldwide leader in silicone spandrel coating technology. The company offers a wide range of products designed to give flexibility and performance on a wide range of substrates.

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Leader in Silicone Spandrel Architectural Glass, ICD, is Pleased to Announce the Addition of Tomek Wierzchowski to Their Technical Service Department

ICD High Performance Coatings (Vancouver) announces the addition of Tomek Wierzchowski to the ICD team, for the mission of Technical Service.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- ICD High Performance Coatings announces the addition of Tomek Wierzchowski to the ICD team, for the mission of Technical Service in the following countries: Norway, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia, Greece, Ukraine and Russia.

Mr. Wierzchowski will also fill the roll of Technical Sales for Poland "Tomek comes with many years experience in the area of structural glazing and
complex glass systems, his expertise from Dow Corning makes him the perfect fit as Technical Service for ICD in Europe," states Kris Vockler; ICD Vice President.

For statements or questions please contact:

* Kris Vockler - +1 3605462286
* Tomek Wierzchowski - +48 664928955

Founded in 1986, ICD is the worldwide leader in silicone spandrel coating technology. The company offers a wide range of products designed to give flexibility and performance on a wide range of substrates.

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JD Technologies, LLC Selected by FCT Ingenieurkeramik GmbH to Represent Their High Performance Ceramic Expertise In the United States

JD Technologies, LLC will use their extensive field sales expertise and established relationships in numerous industries to pursue new applications for FCT's proven engineered ceramic manufacturing design, development and testing expertise.

Boston, Massachusetts (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- JD Technologies, LLC, an effective field sales company and FCT, an established manufacturer of a broad variety of ceramic components and parts engineered to customers requirements, will work together to expand FCT's market share in the United States. The Size of Ceramic components FCT can produce vary from small medical devices (0.20 inches length / 0.08 inches diameter) to large aerospace / optical / industrial structures [4 feet length / up to 2 feet diameter. The relationship creates a gateway to the US market for FCT to use their ceramic expertise and extensive product fabrication capability to enhance performance and significantly reduce product life cycle costs for their customer's products.

"We are very pleased that FCT has selected JD Technologies, LLC as their strategic partner in the United States. They have been extremely successful in helping customers thru out Europe improve their end product performance while reducing life cycle costs significantly with the use of ceramic components. We can now offer our valued US customer base the advantages of these engineered ceramic materials which will result in the same benefits" Said John Knott President of JD Technologies, LLC.

"We are delighted to be teamed with JD Technologies, LLC to help market our ceramic expertise in the United States," said Dr. Karl Berroth, Managing Partner of FCT. "Ceramics offer the benefit of enhanced performance due to high temperature & corrosion resistance, no or low wear, high stiffness and strength, low density and weight, a very low coefficient of thermal expansion, excellent thermal shock behavior and improved biocompatibility. Significant life cycle cost savings are attained due to the vast improvement in component life. Industries that benefit from the advantages of ceramic material include but are not limited to aerospace, space, industrial and medical with demanding applications such as turbine engines, pumps, Laser systems, IR cameras, elevator braking systems and implants to name only a few."

About FCT Ingenieurkeramik GmbH:
FCT Ingenieurkeramik ("engineered ceramics") designs, develops, produces, and markets high performance ceramic components and parts with a wide range of sizes, shapes, complexity and tolerances. They have expertise in all ceramic processes as well as hard machining / ceramic processes such as cutting, drilling, surface grinding, cylindrical surface grinding and internal circular grinding, honing, lapping, polishing and profile grinding. Services they provide are rapid prototyping, hot pressing, sintering, cold and hot isostatic pressing and high precision hard machining. Capabilities include pressing with subsequent green machining as well as slip casting, injection molding and extrusion as shaping techniques. Specific shaping technique is dependent on part size, complexity and required quantity,
visit www.fct-keramik.de

About JD Technologies, LLC:
JD Technologies LLC provides premium sales and marketing services to a group of high quality, complementary manufacturers of engineered services and products who serve the industrial, aerospace, military & defense and medical industries. They develop long term relationships with key customers who value the consultative style of selling and who wish to interface with sales professionals of high integrity. Their approach is to use proven consultative selling techniques. Consultative selling is a collaborative process that leads customers/prospects through an analysis of their current situation to a resulting improvement. For more information on JD Technologies, LLC, their products, services and their consultative selling methodology, visit www.JDTechSales.com

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Sky-Trax and Amerden AGVS Demonstrate First Guided Vehicle Using Sky-Trax Indoor Positioning Sensor

Development Focused on Centrally Controlled Vehicle (CCV) Solutions

Lincolnshire, IL (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- This morning, Sky-Trax Inc. announced the successful demonstration of its patent-pending Indoor Positioning Sensor (IPS) used for navigation of an Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV). Working with Amerden AGVS at their facility in St. Augustine, FL, an automated vehicle originally designed to use a standard laser guidance system for navigation was retrofitted with the Sky-Trax indoor positioning sensor. With changes to the AGV controller software, the AGV was able to navigate freely within a warehouse, pick up a pallet from the floor, move it to a new storage location, and precisely deposit it.

"Amerden's accomplishment in retrofitting an AGV that previously used laser guidance for navigation with Sky-Trax's optical positioning sensor demonstrates the initial phase of development of the Centrally Controlled Vehicle (CCV)," says Larry Mahan, Sky-Trax President and COO.

The CCV program objective, first announced at NA08 in Cleveland in April, is to provide the missing technology for both non-automated and automated vehicles to operate safely and cooperatively within the same space using the same navigation technology. Additional developments of the CCV system to be demonstrated in the future include collision avoidance capabilities and vehicle fleet routing software to optimize and safely operate a fleet consisting of both traditional driven lift trucks and automated vehicles.

"Only software modifications to the standard CB40 AGVE controller software were required," said Roland Anderson, Amerden AGVS President, the end results open the door to many exciting possibilities for vehicles, operating environments, and specialized adaptations. We look forward to working with Sky-Trax in improving the safety and warehousing efficiencies and decreasing costs in logistics and material handling for our customers."

The AGV retrofitted with the Sky-Trax System uses an optical sensor and ceiling mounted Optical Positioning Markers (OPMs) to navigate freely within the warehouse space. The technology determines the AGV's position and orientation several times each second. The Sky-Trax System provides accurate location coordinates direction, speed, and data compatibility with the AGV controller to enable direct replacement of a laser sensor. "The Sky-Trax System will work in virtually any building or indoor environment, is easy to install, and can provide a cost-effective alternative for AGV guidance," according to Mahan.

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

About Amerden AGV, Inc.
Amerden, based in St. Augustine, Florida, provides functional, reliable and cost effective Automatic Guided Vehicle Systems. Specializing in new AGV systems as well as replacing, retrofitting, or refurbishing older AGV Systems. Amerden is the North American representative for AGV Electronics AB, AGVE, in Sweden and provides AGVE parts and factory-trained repair service as well as software and hardware upgrades on a wide array of AGV systems. Purchasers of Amerden AGV vehicles include manufacturing and service industries, such as automotive, warehousing, and newspapers. For more information, please visit www.Amerden.com

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World Wide Premier Launch of LOMME

London 18th September 2008,The Directors of Cycle 13 Est., a Liechtenstein based design company are proud to announce the World Wide Launch of the Production Version of their Lomme Bed.

London (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- The Directors of Cycle 13 Est., a Liechtenstein based design company are proud to announce the World Wide Launch of the Production Version of their Lomme Bed.

The Lomme Bed was conceived many years ago in London by Agnieszka Bernacka while at Camberwell College of Arts. She now returns to London with the production premier of her creation at 100% Design today at Earls Court.

"It has been a long journey" commented Bernacka as she prepared to fly to London with the Bed on route, "We have an amazing team and its down to them that we are here today with this finished and production ready product" she said.

Lomme is an egg shaped bed that while in prototype attracted immense public and press interest, now it's a product you can actually buy and sleep in, "the best nights sleep you ever had" is the promise and "dare to dream" is the slogan, a bed that offers so much more than a place to sleep, light therapy, sound therapy, massage and anti-magnetic protection from harmful rays while you sleep, now why didn't anyone think of that before?

Lomme stand number C36 at Earls Court Exhibition, 100% design London, September 18th-21st 2008

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Product Sourcing Company Budnick Converting, Inc. Establishes Adhesive Tape Search Engine

With more than 10,000 types of adhesive tape on the market, the tape conversion company Budnick Converting, Inc. realizes the challenge facing new product engineers. The company has responded to the need for an effective tape selection system by creating a comprehensive and intelligent adhesive tape search engine at tapeinfo.com.

(PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- It may seem odd to some that there are more than 10,000 distinct types of adhesive tape in today's marketplace, but that huge variety is essential to the high quality and cost-effective production of an even greater number of consumer products. The downside to this wealth of options is that finding, evaluating and comparing the different types of tape can be a complex and time-consuming task. But the product sourcing company Budnick Converting, Inc., a leader in adhesive tape trading and converting, has introduced a user-friendly adhesive tape search engine at tapeinfo.com to make it a more manageable job and provide users with true decision facilitating information.

Tapeinfo.com boasts an innovative interface that allows its users to search, browse and refine selections of adhesive tapes based on the criteria that matter most to engineers, purchasing agents and operations personnel within industrial manufacturing industries. In addition to making it easier to search for adhesive tapes, tapeinfo.com also streamlines processes for ordering the products at discounts and requesting custom price quotes.

Budnick Converting, Inc., which has its own separate corporate information site at budnickconverting.com, is an adhesive tape trading company that converts standard adhesive tapes and foams into customized, process-ready shapes, lengths and layouts.

"As the authoritative Web site of the adhesive tape industry, TapeInfo.com has become the industry standard among engineers, purchasing agents and operations personnel in the industrial arena for finding adhesive tape information, products and converting services," explains Lance Schneider, e-Business Manager of Budnick Converting, Inc.

Tapeinfo.com makes use of multiple search modules so that it can be used by prospective customers from all areas of the diverse industrial manufacturing industry. Users can search based on specific tape application issues or technical datasheet information, and they can even build a custom tape by providing specifications to the product sourcing company.

In 2005, not long after the launch of tapeinfo.com, the site was named one of the year's "10 Great Web Sites" by btobonline.com, a leading online magazine for business-to-business marketing specialists.

To learn more about the adhesive tape trading company Budnick Converting, Inc., please visit budnickconverting.com.

About Budnick Converting, Inc.:

Budnick Converting, Inc. is a product sourcing company specializing in converting adhesive tapes, foams and other flexible materials into custom shapes, sizes and configurations. Budnick's experts are committed to delivering innovative solutions in a timely manner to provide their clients with shorter sourcing times, lower material costs, efficient tape application systems and high-value final products.

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Zensar OBT Technologies Announces Its OBT Pharma Solution is a Qualified SAP Business All-in-One Partner Solution

Solution Designed to Meet the Needs of and Improve Performance of Small and Midsize Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Companies

Princeton, NJ (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Zensar OBT Technologies today announced OBT Pharma, a new business management solution designed specifically to meet the needs and improve the performance of small and midsize pharmaceutical manufacturers. The OBT Pharma solution, which is a qualified SAP® Business All-in-One partner solution, provides pharmaceutical companies with the affordability and expertise of the SAP application while combining the industry knowledge and experience of Zensar OBT Technologies.

Zensar OBT Technologies and its new OBT Pharma solution allows pharmaceutical manufacturing companies to streamline their business processes. Benefits realized include reducing inventory, increased order fulfillment rates, improved visibility into product cost and profitability, as well as increasing cash flow. OBT Pharma provides over 300 business processes required by small and midsize pharmaceutical manufacturing companies, including planning, manufacturing, procurement, warehousing, cash management, a strong foundation for FDA compliance, and reporting.

SAP Business All-in-One partner solutions are qualified by SAP and offer the flexibility to accommodate the unique business needs of each customer. Qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solutions are preconfigured, industry-specific versions of the SAP ERP application combined with SAP Best Practices offerings, enabling streamlined operations, lower costs and a proven path to growth.

"Midsize companies are realizing the value of SAP Business All-in-One solutions that can be rapidly deployed leveraging SAP ERP and proven industry best practices through our qualified partner solutions," said, Jim Sabogal, vice president and global IBU director for Life Sciences Industry Solutions Business Unit, SAP Labs, LLC. "With the new OBT Pharma solution, Zensar OBT Technologies enables companies to leverage their expertise in the pharmaceutical industry to achieve their objectives of improved growth, lower costs and a better understanding of business processes."

"By working with SAP, we have successfully enhanced our solution to leverage SAP's strength of integration and the support capabilities of a leading software vendor, while combining our industry experience and our focus on rapid, cost-effective implementation," said Ramesh Kodali, CEO of Zensar OBT Technologies. "This will provide tangible business benefits for our customers."

The combination of Zensar OBT Technology's expertise in the pharmaceutical industry and its vertical business processes with SAP's ongoing industry expertise and proven implementation methodology, OBT Pharma provides customers with a rapidly deployed, easily managed enterprise software solution for improved business processes, rapid deployment, and tangible business benefits.

About Zensar OBT Technologies
Zensar OBT Technologies, a leading SAP service provider for over 10 years, is a subsidiary of Zensar Technologies, a global IT and BPO services provider. Our industry expertise in verticals such as Textile, Apparel and Footwear, Life Sciences, Chemicals, Engineering, Food, Retail, and Manufacturing plus proven implementation experience makes it an automatic choice for many CIO's looking at rapidly deploying SAP and reaping business benefits in shorter timeframes.

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All other product and service names mentioned are the trademarks of their respective companies.

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For more information, Zensar OBT Technologies, Inc.
Ramesh Kodali
CEO Zensar OBT Technologies
609-452-1414 x3009
Rameshk @ zensar.com

For more information, visit our website at: http://www.zensar.com

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Elmo Launches the Solo Guitar: A Ready-to-Use Servo Drive Controller Delivering Up to 5 kW of Continuous Qualitative Power

The Solo Guitar is an integrated solution designed to simply and efficiently connect Elmo's Guitar Servo Drive directly to a motion application.

Tel Aviv, Israel (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Elmo Motion Control announced a new addition to its SimplIQ core motion control technology. The solution consists of the Guitar plus a versatile connection interface which can eliminate or reduce development time and resources when designing a PCB board for a motion control application. As with other Elmo SimplIQ digital products, the Solo Guitar can be easily set up and tuned using Elmo's Composer software tools.

Solo Guitar Feature Highlights:

* Ready-to-use, no need for PCB design
* Operates from a DC power source in current, velocity, position and advanced position modes, in conjunction with a permanent-magnet synchronous brushless motor, DC brush motor, linear motor or voice coil
* Delivers up to 4.8 kW of continuous power or 5.4 kW of peak power in a miniaturized package (46.7 x 61 x 80 mm or 1.84" x 2.4" x 3.15")
* Can operate as a stand-alone device or as part of a multi-axis system in a distributed configuration on a real-time network
* Delivers up to 45 amps of continuous current, and 70 amps of peak current
* Supports a wide variety of feedbacks
* Also available with absolute feedback encoder
* Functions in a high level programming environment
* Provides the highest power density incorporated with Elmo's SimplIQ core servo and motion rich capabilities
* Can be mounted anywhere: In a motor, in a machine, on a load, attached to moving parts, etc.

About The Solo Guitar Servo Drive
Elmo Motion Control's Solo Guitar is a ready -to-use servo drive solution that provides top servo performance, networking and intelligent capabilities in a high level programming environment.
The Solo Guitar offers an extremely attractive miniature space saving answer. Unique to the market, the combination of the high power capabilities and programming flexibility, with the ability to provide a wide variety of feedbacks and CANOpen networking, makes it a highly effective solution.

About Elmo
Elmo Motion Control designs, manufactures and sells machine motion control solutions that include network based motion controllers and intelligent digital servo drives for brush and brushless motors. Elmo's drives offer the highest power density in an extremely compact package. The company's product offering is divided into two major product families: SimplIQ for general purpose motion control applications and ExtrIQ for applications operating under extended and extreme environmental conditions.

For more information about the Solo Guitar servo drive, contact Elmo at marketing(at)elmomc.com or visit www.elmomc.com.

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Jungbunzlauer Partners with Viachem to Capitalize on New Markets for CITROFOL® and Other Specialty Chemicals in the Food and Personal Care Industries

Scientists will be the first to tell you they aren't great at marketing. After all, their goal is to develop new and innovative additives and chemicals that improve the products other companies make. So when they find a partner company that can help on the sales and marketing side, they see the value. One Dallas area company has found its niche helping specialty chemical makers connect with manufacturers of food and personal care items using a sophisticated business intelligence system and chemistry expertise. So far for Viachem, their producer partners ,and their customers, the formula is proving to be good science.

Plano, Texas (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Viachem, Ltd. has signed an agreement to manage sales and distribution for Jungbunzlauer, a global leader in the manufacture of specialty food and personal care additives.

Viachem is a Dallas-based specialty chemicals distributor with a revolutionary system of using market intelligence and technically trained sales staff to manage the sales and distribution of specialty chemical products. The company continues to grow quickly with new customers in both the U.S. and abroad.

Jungbunzlauer is an international leader in environmentally responsible chemical manufacturing. It is a research-based company that focuses on healthy alternatives to sweeteners and salts for foods, as well as clean manufacturing and the production of additives for personal care products, including hair and skin care.

Viachem will represent their specialty chemicals including Citric Acide Esters CITROFOL®, Sodium Dicacetate, Sodium Gluconate and Sub4Salt®, as well as new products that will be introduced. Viachem will work with customers in both the food and personal care markets, two niche areas where the company's sales representatives have significant expertise.

"We've been watching our industry adapt as demands in the industries we serve change, and our strength is in meeting evolving needs with new and better products. Viachem's strength is in creating the awareness and the sales channel to get our products to the businesses that will benefit from them," says Peter Luck, Director Sales for Jungbunzlauer.

Kyle Einhorn, Vice President of Business Development for Viachem, says his company's rapid growth and acceptance has proven that producers will look to new and innovative ways of marketing and selling their products.

"Specialty chemical producers like our business model and our focus on market intelligence that is linked to their sales priorities and initiatives. Our company is growing exponentially thanks to the recognition by major industry producers that we have core competencies that they may not have. Jungbunzlauer sees the potential for their business, and we are excited about what we know we can do for them," Einhorn says.

Jungbunzlauer has a presence in 130 nations worldwide, with products that make other products taste better, last longer, and perform as designed. New applications for existing products, and new additives designed to improve manufacturing processes or provide environmentally responsible alternatives, are a focus for the company as it moves toward the future.

"As competition increases and the cost of manufacturing and goods goes up, producers have to find and exploit opportunities to become more efficient with everything. That includes sales and marketing. Viachem will help us with that in our North American division," Luck said.

"We've proven that we're structured to help specialty chemical producers increase sales with existing customers and add a sizeable amount of new business. With business development expertise and technically trained sales representatives we consistently open up new markets for our producers in a way that is seamless to their customers," Einhorn says.

For more information on Viachem or Jungbunzlauer, visit their websites at www.viacheminc.com or www.jungbunzlauer.com

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

About Jungbunzlauer
Jungbunzlauer is one of the world's leading producers of natural and nature-identical biodegradable ingredients. The company, which is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, has been in business since 1867. The company manufactures all its products using a natural fermentation process. Everything they make is made to be used, transported, and disposed of in a safe and ecologically responsible way. Their commitment to environmental responsibility includes the location of sales and distributing partners in close proximity to their customers. For more information, visit www.jungbunzlauer.com

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Sensing Opportunities with Industrial Wireless

Global competition, rising energy costs, and the ongoing need for production improvements is driving adoption for industrial Wireless Sensor Networking (WSN), according to ON World. The emergence of IP based sensor networking and the launch of the IPSO Alliance represents a potentially disruptive force that will level the playing field and accelerate the development of next generation Web centric sensing and control services.

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Global competition, rising energy costs, and the ongoing need for production improvements is driving adoption for industrial Wireless Sensor Networking (WSN), according to ON World. The emergence of IP based sensor networking and the launch of the IPSO Alliance represents a potentially disruptive force that will level the playing field and accelerate the development of next generation sensing and control services.

"IP based sensor networking is an exciting new twist for WSN that promises to unify the islands of networks and multiple protocols that complicate sensing and control today," says Mareca Hatler, ON World's director of research. "While IP sensor networking is likely to be a force in all of the major WSN markets, the industrial sector has particularly strong drivers for adopting WSN, making it one of the most likely initial markets."

With strong demand from end users, WSN solutions are becoming widespread however current technologies are not interoperability and this has limited adoption. The IPSO Alliance joins several existing industrial wireless standards groups that are in various stages of development including WirelessHART, ISA100, and ZigBee.

Some of the fastest growing industrial market segments for WSN include oil and gas, power generation, metals, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. There is a total potential market of 280 million cumulative deployed nodes for industrial monitoring, automation and control.

ON World's "WSN Smart Industries Set" is based on nearly 500 interviews with end users, vendors and suppliers. This research product features three separate reports that cover the market drivers, technology forces, and market opportunity for industrial WSN including the following:

WSN for Smart Industries
WSN for Oil & Gas
WSN for Smart Crops

For more information, go to: http://onworld.com/wsn/indset.html

About ON World:
ON World Inc. is the leader in emerging wireless research. Our market intelligence and information services are sold to Fortune 1000 companies, service providers, venture capitalists, and startups worldwide. Website: http://www.onworld.com.

Media Contact:
Mary E. Purvis
ph: 858-259-2397

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Atlantium Technologies Launches New Product Line at International Distributors Seminar

Atlantium Technologies officially launched its second line of ultraviolet (UV)-based Hydro-Optic Disinfection™ products at its 2nd Annual Distributors Seminar, attended by participants from 16 different countries. Existing and new distributors gathered together for a week of intensive training, learning more about the R-Series systems and getting hands-on experience on the new RZ product line, another green, sustainable, energy-efficient Atlantium disinfection system.

Har Tuv, Israel (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Atlantium Technologies officially launched its second line of ultraviolet (UV)-based Hydro-Optic Disinfection™ products at its 2nd Annual Distributors Seminar, attended by participants from 16 different countries. Existing and new distributors gathered together for a week of intensive training, learning more about the R-Series systems and getting hands-on experience on the new RZ product line.

The Atlantium distributor team also benefited from one another's experiences in bringing Hydro-Optic Disinfection technology to both similar and diverse markets around the world including the US, Italy, France, Russia and New Zealand.

Atlantium CEO, Mr. Ilan Wilf, said, "The seminar was the perfect forum at which to launch the new RZ series. We have a growing and committed group of distributors who, because they've seen the technology achieve remarkable results in numerous applications, believe in the solutions we offer water-dependent industries and drinking water suppliers. Our original R-Series broke ground just three years ago and interest and implementations of the solution are steadily increasing. We expect the new RZ-Series series to reach an even greater number of users due to their modular design which allows them to accommodate a very broad range of flow rates. Based as it is on the same award-winning Hydro-Optic Disinfection technology as the R-Series, both the R and the RZ will enable more sites to reach unrivalled levels of microbial disinfection for many different kinds of applications."

The RZ Series: compact, economical and efficient
Modular and compact in design, several units can be configured together to offer disinfection solutions that meet just about any requirements customers present, including very high flow rates and/or varying UV dosages.

The RZ models operate efficiently and consume energy wisely. According to Dr. Uri Levy, Atlantium's Vice President of Physics and Electro-Optics, "The ratio of energy consumed per treated volume of water in our medium-pressure RZ models is even lower than the ratio achieved by systems based on low-pressure lamps of all types (LP, LPHO and Amalgam). Along with competitive capital costs, low head-loss, real-time dosing scheme, and high reliability, the RZ-system offers an attractive water disinfection solution in terms of overall cost per treated water volume."

Tens of RZ systems are already in operation at various sites including fisheries and beverage producers, achieving the predicted high disinfection rates.

Complete system control and monitoring
Like the R-Series, the RZ systems are part of a complete solution that comes fully-equipped with monitoring and control software to ensure water is adequately treated 100% of the time. The system receives real-time data from sensors that continually monitor lamp intensity, the water's UV transmissivity and flow rate. The UV dose is automatically maintained as these parameters fluctuate. Data from the real-time monitoring is logged, and the system can produce reports needed to meet requirements of various markets.

Hydro-Optic Disinfection technology
Introduced to the water disinfection market in 2005, the Hydro-Optic Disinfection system, with its revolutionary design and operating principles, has been achieving especially high levels of microbial inactivation not seen before in UV-based reactors. Atlantium adapted basics from the principle of Total Internal Reflection, combining advanced optic and hydraulic techniques to significantly lengthen the path of UV rays. This paradigm-shifting approach has been proven to deliver a uniform UV dose distribution throughout the disinfection chamber, exposing all microorganisms in the water to the same required UV dose. The result is consistently high levels of disinfection that have paved the way for the system to serve as primary disinfection for applications that were previously thought to be inappropriate for UV-based systems.

Atlantium's solution's appeal to the market is bolstered by the fact that it is both environmentally-friendly and cost-effective -- two criteria essential to industries concerned with providing the growing, ecologically-aware consumer base with products manufactured in ways that do not abuse the earth's resources.

About Atlantium Technologies
Atlantium develops and supplies advanced innovative water disinfection solutions for a wide variety of industrial and municipal applications. Atlantium's solutions meet growing industrial and drinking water safety needs worldwide. The Hydro-Optic Disinfection™ system is field-proven in municipal applications and in the food, beverage, dairy, aquaculture and other industries. There are operating Atlantium installations in the United States, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Australia and the Middle East.

Atlantium is a privately-held company; key investors include Aurum Ventures MKI and Elron Electronic Industries (NASDAQ & TASE: ELRN).
For more information, visit www.atlantium.com.

Contact at Atlantium
Judyth Eichenholz
Marketing Communications Manager
Tel: +972 2 992 5001 (ext 234)
Email: judythe @ atlantium.com

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LMSPI Launches New Site Focused on ROI Results

Lean Manufacturing Solutions Partnership, Inc. (LMSPI) has launched Lean-Results.com.

Greenville, SC (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Lean Manufacturing Solutions Partnership, Inc. (LMSPI), a Lean Manufacturing Implementation Resource, has launched www.Lean-Results.com.

The new website is a complement to their corporate website and is focused on providing concise information about their experience implementing manufacturing improvement.

"In order to start a dialogue with manufacturing leaders seeking improvement, you have to prove you can produce results," says Jason Manarchuck, LMSPI's Director of New Business Development. "Failed Lean implementations are common, and the goal of this website is to suggest an alternative approach and support it with real case studies and with real results."

The website provides access to publications on Lean, as well as a way to coordinate a plant visit from LMSPI. These visits are attended by a member of LMSPI's leadership team for the purpose of discussing top business challenges, understanding the current condition through direct observation on the production floor and presenting recommendations for accelerating manufacturing improvements important to overall business success.

About Lean Manufacturing Solutions Partnership, Inc. (LMSPI)
LMSPI is a Lean Enterprise Resource passionately focused on their mission to save manufacturing in North America. Established in 2005, LMSPI is headquartered in Knoxville, TN with a regional office in Greenville, SC. LMSPI is currently scheduling no-cost, on site introduction meetings with manufacturing executives in the Upstate for the second half of 2008. For an introduction or to contact LMSPI, please visit www.Lean-Results.com. For corporate information and team background, you are invited to visit www.LMSPI.com.

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Instrumentcompaniet Featured as Norway's Source for Extech's Innovative Test and Measurement Tools

Extech Instruments, a subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc., has expanded Norwegian distribution of its comprehensive line of test and measurement equipment through its relationship with Instrumentcompaniet AS, a valued distribution partner based in Oslo. Electrical, environmental/indoor air quality, HVAC/R, mould/moisture remediation, and industrial building MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) professionals in Norway now have more choices when it comes to selecting high-quality test and measurement equipment.

Oslo, Norway (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Extech Instruments (www.extech.com), a subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc., has expanded Norwegian distribution of its comprehensive line of test and measurement equipment through its relationship with Instrumentcompaniet AS, a valued distribution partner based in Oslo. Electrical, environmental/indoor air quality, HVAC/R, mould/moisture remediation, and industrial building MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) professionals in Norway now have more choices when it comes to selecting high-quality test and measurement equipment with built-in infrared technology including digital multimeters (DMMs), clamp-on meters, tachometers, thermometers, and over 300 other precision instruments.

Jerry Blakeley, general manager of Extech Instruments, commented, "With customers in over 92 countries, Extech is particularly proud of our relationship with Instrumentcompaniet, the first point of contact in Norway for customers of our wide-ranging line of feature-rich precision instruments. We are eager to acquaint Norwegian customers with the 'Extech advantage:' innovative and diverse product selection, committed customer support and a reputation for quality. Our valued distributor in Norway is working to ensure that our complete product line is available to professionals in the electrical, electronics, environmental/indoor air quality, HVAC/R, industrial safety, restoration and remediation, testing, and plant/MRO sectors throughout the counties."

Per-Olav Christensen, sales manager of Instrumentcompaniet added, "With the distribution of Extech's expansive line of quality instruments, we are poised to offer a universe of choices to Norwegian professionals in the HVAC-R, electrical, safety and industrial supply industries as well as the electronics and scientific markets." Customers are invited to learn more about the Extech catalog by visiting www.instrumentcompaniet.no, calling 23 30 21 00 from 08:00 to 16:00, or emailing ic (at) instrumentcompaniet (dot) no.

Extech's extensive catalog covers sixteen product categories including airflow meters (anemometers); moisture and humidity meters (hygrometers and psychrometers); fiber optic, light and sound meters (including dosimeters); water quality meters; gas detectors; pressure meters; calibrators; thermocouple thermometers; voltmeters; and numerous other test and measurement devices. Well-known for its innovation-focused approach to product development, Extech has aggressively implemented built-in infrared technology across its product range. (Extech holds five patents incorporating infrared (IR) in measurement instruments.) Visit www.extech.com for a complete product listing.

About Extech Instruments, a FLIR Company:
Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, Extech Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of test and measurement equipment worldwide. Founded in 1971, Extech is known for its depth and breadth of products and its innovation in providing instruments with unique combinations of features that make them highly useful and very convenient. All Extech meters are distributed worldwide through leading representatives, distributors and OEMs. The company is ISO 9001 2000 certified and is a wholly owned subsidiary of FLIR Systems, Inc. For more information about Extech Instruments, visit www.extech.com.

Contact
André Rebelo
Global PR Manager
Extech Instruments
781-434-3901
andre (dot) rebelo (at) extech (dot) com

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New Isotech Belt Driven Actuators are Designed for Maintenance Free Linear Motion

Belt drives (belt driven linear actuators) from Isotech require no maintenance or lubrication. Isotech's belt drives are warrantied for life and are customizable to meet the specifications of most linear motion applications.

Hatfield, PA (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- Isotech Inc., a supplier of precision linear motion products, has announced the company is now offering a complete line of belt driven actuators (belt drives) that come standard with a lifetime warranty from the manufacturer and are designed to provide an accurate, durable, maintenance free solution for linear motion applications.

"Our belt drives feature a steel reinforced polyurethane belt that helps deliver repeatable positioning by preventing belt stretching," said Joe Casillo, President of Isotech, Inc., of the actuators accuracy.

In addition to the durable belt, Casillo points out no lubrication or maintenance is required when Isotech belt drives are used under normal operating conditions.

Isotech belt driven actuators are available in travel lengths up to 500 feet while maintaining a repeatability of +/-0.001 inches with zero backlash and can operate at speeds up to 600 inches per second.

"Isotech belt drives are ideal for use in applications where speed is critical such as pick and place apps on high speed automation equipment," said Casillo.

In addition, Isotech belt drive improvements in accuracy and speed are provided by the positive timing belt drive and a proprietary extrusion design provides long travel, smooth movements, and excellent repeatability.

Both steel and plastic bearings are available to meet most motion applications from light duty to extra heavy duty. Steel concave rollers riding on chrome-plated steel rails provide excellent positioning accuracy even in applications that require long travel. Alternatively, a plastic coated needle bearing assembly offers the highest possible speeds and higher durability in tough push-pull applications. Steel bearings are supplied with lifetime lubrication while plastic bearings require no lubrication.

Isotech belt drive linear actuators planetary gear heads contribute to the performance of the actuators by providing gear geometry optimized for planetary systems using zero helix angle gears to avoid unbalanced forces caused by helical gears. All gears are case hardened for high surface hardness and high strength ductile core. The gear head handles input speeds up to 10,000 RPM and delivers high output loads.

The Isotech belt driven actuator standard configurations accept NEMA 17, 23, and 34 motors and can be configured to accept other sizes.

Isotech belt drives are available in both custom and standard configurations. Call Isotech at 800-314-3332 or visit www.isotechinc.com for more information or to speak with a linear motion application engineer for assistance.

About Isotech Inc.
Isotech Inc., specializes in the supply of linear motion control products and proprietary mechanical and electromechanical products including ball and crossed roller slides and tables, linear bushings and shafting, pneumatic, micrometer and motorized tables, linear actuators, air cylinders, dashpots/actuators, noise control materials, vibration mounts and isolators, laser marking systems and automation software training.

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Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Filed Against Major Manufacturer of Cosmetics and Toiletries

Former Employee Alleges That Gar Laboratories, Inc. Fired Her After She Was Assaulted and Battered By A Male Co-Worker

(PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Today, Cherie Stewart, a former employee of Gar Laboratories, Inc. (www.garlabs.com), an FDA registered contract manufacturer and filler that produces cosmetics, toiletries, Over-The-Counter drug items, as well as health and beauty aids, filed a lawsuit alleging that the Company violated multiple California laws by firing her after she complained that a male co-worker assaulted and battered her by choking her and then bragging "that's how I killed people in Iraq." The lawsuit was filed in Riverside, California Superior Court and assigned case number RIC508200.

Commenting about these allegations, Ms. Stewart's attorney, Andrew H. Friedman of the Venice, California based Helmer • Friedman, LLP law firm said "California law clearly prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who make complaints about workplace safety issues. Indeed, California law actually mandates that all California employers provide a safe and healthful workplace."

Ms. Stewart's other attorney, Melanie Partow, expressed the hope that Ms. Stewart's lawsuit would serve as a wake up call to those employers ignorant about California's anti-retaliation laws, "It is a shame that many employers in California are still apparently unaware of the fact that it is unlawful to retaliate against an employee who complains about things like discrimination, harassment and work place safety issues. We hope that any press coverage that this case receives will serve to remind employers of their obligations under California law."

For additional information or a PDF copy of Ms. Stewart's Complaint, contact:
Andrew H. Friedman (afriedman@helmerfriedman.com)
Melanie Partow (mpartow@helmerfriedman.com)
Helmer • Friedman, LLP -- 310-396-7714

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Beltronics Incorporated Announces a New Revolutionary Radar and Laser detector with Safety Camera Database

Beltronics announces the new GX65 Radar and Laser detector with Safety Camera Database.

West Chester, Ohio (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Expanding its leadership role in the radar and laser detector industry, BELTRONICS Inc. announced today its new GPS enhanced radar and laser detector, the all-new Pro GX65.

"This new detector is a complete road awareness device." said Tim Coomer Vice President of Product Development. "The new Pro GX65 is packed with state of the art GPS technology, making it a must have for customers who want the best possible protection." continued Coomer.

Derived from the industry-leading Pro RX65 model, the new Pro GX65 adds GPS technology to provide the most accurate signal recognition and an all-new safety camera database which locates and identifies speed and red light cameras. The use of safety cameras is increasing throughout the U.S. and Canada every day. The Pro GX65 addresses these new threats by incorporating a pre-loaded database with thousands of camera locations stored in its memory. As the driver approaches, the Pro GX65 provides a warning that a camera is in use. In addition, the Pro GX65 can store speed traps, school zones and any other specific location using its advanced Mark Location feature. "It's evident that speed cameras continue to grow in popularity throughout North America. Our customers will have a clear advantage with this detector" continued Coomer.

To make it easy to stay up to date on new camera installations, BELTRONICS will provide updates through their website. Customers simply connect the GX65 to their computer using a standard USB cable and log on to the BELTRONICS's website. The Pro GX65 comes with free updates for 90 days, however annual subscriptions will also be available. Update notifications will be communicated via email.

The Pro GX65 also incorporates BELTRONICS's exclusive "AutoScan" feature, which varies the radar performance based on the speed of the vehicle. At interstate speeds, the Pro GX65's radar performance increases automatically to provide maximum sensitivity. At slower speeds, the sensitivity is adjusted to further reduce unneeded alerts, especially when you're not at risk.

"The bottom line is that this detector provides the earliest possible warning for true threats including radar, laser, red light and speed cameras. We're also using its advanced GPS technology to pinpoint and eliminate false alerts, making it the quietest detector on the road. We are committed to provide the best possible detectors on the road, and our engineering team has once again outdone themselves" added Coomer.

The Pro GX65 will be available direct from BELTRONICS in September. The suggested retail price will be $469.95 and comes complete with 90-days of free database updates. Consumers can call toll-free 866.910.7889 or log on to beltronics.com for more information or to place an order.

BELTRONICS Inc. is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario Canada.

For more information on the Pro GX65 and our complete line of products, log on to beltronics.com.

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AuditMatic from Form Automation Solutions Adds Process Monitoring, Auto Alerts; Upgrade Extends Capabilities of Data Collection, Reporting Solution

The latest upgrade of AuditMatic™, the innovative solution for mobile data collection and reporting from Form Automation Solutions, Inc. (FAS), features a powerful alarm generation engine as well as a labor-saving, regulatory compliance monitoring module. First introduced in 2006, AuditMatic eliminates paper-based, manual systems for data collection and reporting by mobile workers - workers not tied to a desk, such as manufacturing plant personnel.

Dalals, TX (PRWEB) September 18, 2008 -- The latest upgrade of AuditMatic™, the innovative solution for mobile data collection and reporting from Form Automation Solutions, Inc. (FAS), features a powerful alarm generation engine as well as a labor-saving, regulatory compliance monitoring module.

First introduced in 2006, AuditMatic eliminates paper-based, manual systems for data collection and reporting by mobile workers - workers not tied to a desk, such as manufacturing plant personnel. The software can be licensed either as a hosted, Web-based system or for installation at a customer site. Data collection round assignments and ad hoc forms can be done on Windows Mobile handheld computers (rugged PDAs or smart phones) or via the web browsers of PCs in fixed locations.

The latest AuditMatic release, v. 4.0.30, addresses two issues: 1) enabling automated monitoring of the timeliness and thoroughness of workers compliance with a regulatory or internal data collection schedule, and 2) sending detailed alerts via e-mail or text message to subscribed receivers when pre-set triggers are found during a worker's rounds.

Many organizations spend hours each week verifying that data was collected on time and as frequently as regulatory or internal policy requires. Traditionally this process has meant a tedious manual reconciliation of submitted paper forms against a production schedule.

Using AuditMatic Process Monitoring, a non-technical manager can configure various data collection forms and schedule requirements. AuditMatic will generate process compliance scorecards in real-time and without manual reconciliation. This automation frees up hours of labor to be redirected to other needs.

For automatic alerts, conditional triggers can be set within AuditMatic forms to issue alerts to designated internal and outside recipients via e-mail and text message when specified conditions occur. Alerts quickly inform recipients of the who, what, when, where and why of the situation. AuditMatic also keeps an audit trail of alerts sent and acknowledgements received.

FAS will showcase the latest version of AuditMatic at the ISA EXPO 2008 in Houston, Oct. 14-16, 2008 (Booth 2953/2955).

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Return on Investment Achieved for Companies Using Impact Systems Software Tools to Expedite Documentum Migrations

Impact Systems announces their EMC certified software tools - Q-Config™ and Q-Transfer™ - have helped companies significantly reduce time, cost and risk when migrating to EMC® Documentum® 6 platforms.

Greenville, DE (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Impact Systems Inc., (www.impactinfosys.com), a leading provider of enterprise content management (ECM) software tools and services, announced substantial return on investment that companies have realized utilizing Impact Systems' software tools and services to expedite Documentum migrations.

As companies evaluate how to best accomplish a successful Documentum migration, Impact's A-C-E™ methodology is helping companies assess the size, shape and complexity, along with potential risks, in migration projects. Companies are also seeking off-the-shelf software tools to help streamline this complex process into a repeatable process and reduce time, cost and risk. Impact Systems responded to this market need by developing two software tools - Q-Config™ and Q-Transfer™. Together, the tools help companies manage and migrate large amounts of data - configurations, content, metadata and related content. Q-Config™ and Q-Transfer™ users, ranging from global life sciences companies to global technology companies, have accomplished Documentum migrations in 25% less time.

Q-Config™
This configuration management software, accredited as Designed for EMC, transports a complete set of configuration parameters, including templates and associated policies, from one repository to another with built-in pre-verification and report generation. This repeatable and verifiable process is a significant time and cost-saver in regulated industries.

Q-Transfer™
This intelligent content and metadata transfer and bulk load software, accredited as Designed for EMC, is a unique, modular tool that allows customers to reduce the time and cost of migrating and managing large amounts of content, metadata and related content plus governing rules in a verifiable, repeatable manner.

Documented ROI Examples
Impact Systems:

* Used both Q-Config™ and Q-Transfer™ to support a company's EMC Documentum migration for significant cost and time savings - combined, these tools saved four months of manual time. The entire content migration process was completed within forty-five days, a month and a half ahead of schedule.
* Used Q-Config™ to set up the customer's development environment quicker and do what-if case studies to minimize customization and maximize configurations. Once the set-up was complete, the customer was able to transfer the configuration using Q-Config™ from development to test to validation and production in 20% of the time, completing the deployment in "miracle time".
* Set up a new Documentum Compliance Manager (DCM) application with all necessary configurations for a customer site. Using Q-Config™, the customer was able to use the same basic configuration to upgrade and migrate all five of their sites in one year (vs. the two years it took them to roll out the initial system).
* Migrated controlled documents, and all related content, metadata, renditions, and audit trails using Q-Transfer™, from each source repository into its corresponding target Documentum Compliance Manager (DCM) repository, for a customer. As the sites were similar in configuration, the ground work done on the first site was reused to accelerate migration of the remaining sites.
* Used Q-Transfer™'s mapping functionality to resolve the path forward between the Documentum source repository and the target repository, since their configurations were different. Then, the 300,000 documents and associated metadata were loaded into the target repository in five days.

About Impact Systems, Inc.
Founded in 1996, Impact Systems provides deployment and migration services for Enterprise Content Management (ECM) systems. Additionally, the company has developed a proprietary suite of configuration management, content and metadata transfer, and bulk load software tools that provide significant time and cost savings for deployments, migrations and ongoing electronic content needs. Impact Systems has developed a proven, comprehensive migration process, including an upfront Migration Analysis Assessment. The company has delivered migration solutions to satisfied clients in the life sciences, manufacturing, technology and financial services markets, across ECM (EMC Documentum, FileNet, Open Text, Lotus Notes and SharePoint) platforms. In addition, Impact Systems specializes in deploying regulatory business solutions such as Compliance-in-a-Box for clients in the life sciences (medical devices, biotech, pharmaceutical and healthcare) markets. Impact Systems is a member of the EMC2 Consulting/Select Services Team, and is an Adobe® and Kofax partner. Visit Impact Systems at www.impactinfosys.com or call 302-573-6864 x105.

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DiSTI Wins Contract from Boeing for Australian F/A-18 Virtual Maintenance Trainer Development

DiSTI's Next Generation Virtual Maintenance Training Technology will be used on the RAAF F/A-18E Integrated Visual Environment Maintenance Trainer. The contract from The Boeing Company is a result of a contract award from the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division for the first F/A-18E maintenance trainers to be delivered to an international military.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- DiSTI, a global leader in Human Machine Interface (HMI) development, announced today it received a contract from The Boeing Company as a result of a contract award from the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division for the first F/A-18E maintenance trainers to be delivered to an international military. DiSTI's next generation 3-D virtual maintenance training technology was selected by Boeing for development of the Student Aircraft Interface Trainer Station (SAITS) for the F/A-18E Australian Super Hornet Integrated Visual Environment Maintenance Trainer (IVEMT) to be delivered to the Royal Australian Air Force. The IVEMT is one element of the complete F/A-18E training system being developed by Boeing's Training Systems and Services division. The IVEMT will provide training for maintainers on ground operation, maintenance, and testing procedures for the F/A-18E aircraft including avionics, environmental control, electrical, flight control, fuel, engines, landing gear, and hydraulic systems.

This new contract leverages technology previously used by DiSTI on maintenance trainers for earlier versions of the F/A-18 aircraft, including the F/A-18C Simulated Aircraft Maintenance Trainers produced for the U.S. Navy and Finland Air Force.

DiSTI has been a pioneer in the development of virtual maintenance trainers and training environments since 2001 by leveraging its award winning GL Studio toolkit into a process with other commercial off the shelf tools to yield highly effective 3-D virtual training applications. The technology is used in the design of a variety of high profile, complex, 3-D virtual maintenance training environments for platforms including the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, U.S. Navy landing craft, and diesel engines produced by Caterpillar and Cummins. DiSTI's latest software tools and processes streamline the conversion of Computer Aided Design (CAD) data to produce a high-fidelity, interactive virtual maintenance training environment for the F/A-18E application. The application will be driven by Boeing's realistic F/A-18E aircraft simulation software, yielding a maintenance training solution with high physical and functional fidelity.

"DiSTI's virtual maintenance training technology, and Boeing's rich history in the development of innovative training product and service solutions, formed the symbiotic basis for this relationship", said DiSTI President Joe Swinski. "Our exceptional past performance on numerous high profile programs for the U.S. and foreign militaries has solidified DiSTI's position as the leader in virtual maintenance training technology".

DiSTI will be producing the virtual environment in Orlando, Fla., and delivering the content to Boeing's Training Systems and Services division in St. Louis for final integration and testing. The training devices will be delivered to the Royal Australian Air Force at RAAF Base Amberley, Australia.

About DiSTI:
DiSTI is a global leader in the development of Human Machine Interface software for businesses, governments and the military. The company's flagship products, GL Studio and GL Studio for Java, enable programmers and developers to build high-fidelity graphics, 3D simulations and fully interactive controls into their models, enhancing the level of realism and sophistication, while improving learning and retention.

More than 400 customers worldwide including BAE Systems, Boeing, FedEx, Lockheed Martin, Honeywell, Raytheon and Thales use DiSTI solutions to build maintenance trainers, create PC and Internet-based courseware and to develop components for safety-critical applications. As a full service provider, DiSTI offers a complement of custom programming and development services, and is the recognized leader in training solutions for the global simulation and training community. For more information, visit www.disti.com.

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Norgren Launches First Ever Compressed Air Program Proven to Cut Plant Energy Costs Up to 40 Percent Comprehensive Solution Drives Productivity, Sustainable ROI

Norgren, Inc. and Pneu-Logic Corp. today announced a joint initiative to provide the first intelligent compressed air management program offering plant-wide analysis, real-time process control and pneumatic system design in a single integrated solution.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Norgren Inc. and Pneu-Logic Corp. today announced a joint initiative to provide industry's first intelligent compressed air management program offering plant-wide analysis, real-time process control and pneumatic system design in a single integrated solution.

Based upon Norgren's 80 years of experience in pneumatics and powered by Pneu-Logic proprietary software, the Norgren IQ program aggregates and analyzes trend data and tightens parameters over time, essentially "getting smarter as it goes," the companies said.

The program assesses both supply and demand of compressed air in factories and adjusts it dynamically to ensure continuous, optimal performance. This in turn saves energy, reduces operating expense, prevents downtime, and increases productivity.

"Unlike competitive 'one and done' products which are limited to single assessments, Norgren IQ provides continuous monitoring and adjustment. This allows manufacturers to install our program and relax while they achieve sustainable ROI," said Norgren CEO, Jim Mannebach. He added, "IQ can reduce their annual electricity costs by tens of thousands and in some cases hundreds of thousands of dollars."

Citing factory installations that produced annual energy savings of up to 40 percent, Pneu-Logic CEO Ned Dempsey called the program "the most comprehensive compressed air management and control system available in the world today. We are excited to be at the forefront of this important initiative toward sustainable industry practices."

Norgren IQ's open architecture interfaces with a wide variety of air compressors. Industry sectors expected to benefit from IQ include chemicals, metal, petroleum, coal, transportation, electronics, food & beverages, textiles, rubber, plastics, glass, lumber and paper, among others.

About Norgren

Norgren is a world leader in the supply of pneumatic motion and fluid control technologies for a diverse set of industries such as life sciences, commercial vehicles, and industrial automation. Posting 2007 sales of £571M, its 6,000 worldwide employees are committed to optimizing technological performance for its customers' advantage. With established manufacturing facilities in the USA, Germany, UK, Switzerland, Mexico, the Czech Republic, and China, Norgren has the global manufacturing and supply chain expertise to support customers around the world. The Norgren IQ Program optimizes profitability through a complete package of products and services to improve productivity and save energy in an industrial compressed air system. Norgren is a subsidiary of the £1.6B IMI PLC.

About Pneu-Logic Corporation

Pneu-Logic Corporation, based in Portland, OR, has designed and patented the most advanced compressed air control and monitoring systems available in the world. Their revolutionary technology uses sophisticated analytics, flow and pressure data, and advanced heuristics to deliver energy savings and productivity gains, enabling their customers to save up to 40 percent on their compressed air electricity costs and drive sustainability initiatives in industrial markets around the globe. Pneu-Logic also offers best-in-class compressed air engineering services and assessments for customers in all industries. Pneu-Logic and its authorized resellers have sales offices and operations located in the UK, South Africa, Italy, Germany, Taiwan, and the United States.

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The Norgren IQ Program provides industry's first intelligent compressed air management program, offering plant-wide analysis, real-time process control and pneumatic system design in a single integrated solution. The program combines Norgren's rich, 80-year history of experience in pneumatics and Pneu-Logic proprietary software to assess both supply and demand of compressed air in factories, and adjust it dynamically to ensure continuous, optimal performance.

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Dresser & Associates Gains Greater Customer Base with Integration of HR Pay 'n' Time's Customer Portfolio

Dresser continues to grow in the Southeast following HR Pay 'n' Times successful launch of comparehris.com.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Dresser & Associates, Inc. announced today the expansion of its Sage Abra Business with the integration into Dresser of HR Pay 'n' Time, Inc.'s, Sage Software customer portfolio. This integration will offer Dresser's dedicated resources to HR Pay 'n'Times' Abra clients in the Southeast.

Clay Scroggin, President and owner of HR Pay 'n' Time, recently founded a new website, www.comparehris.com. Comparehris.com puts HR Professionals in touch with vendors, offering the Human Resources Information System products that most closely match their requirements. The integration of HR Pay 'n' Time's client base into Dresser's is a result of a successful launch of comparehris.com.

"We are excited about this expansion and look forward to working with HR Pay 'n' Time, Inc. to ensure a smooth transition," said Mark Dresser, President of Dresser & Associates. "As one of the leading Abra business partners, our business is exclusively focused on supporting Abra customers. As a benefit to our new Abra customers we would like to invite them to our Annual Abra Users Conference in Clearwater, FL on October 2nd."

Abra clients will receive a variety of new services including monthly newsletters, a dedicated customer service manager, web support, free monthly technical seminars, and "tips and tricks" information.

About Dresser & Associates:
Dresser & Associates was founded in 1991 as a management consulting firm and became a Sage Software business partner in 1997. Headquartered in Scarborough, ME, Dresser has regional offices in Georgia, Florida and Kentucky. Dresser is one of the leading National Partners for Sage Software with customers in 38 states offering Sage Abra HRMS formerly (Abra Suite), Abra HR, Abra Learning Action Compliance, Payroll software and HR software. Dresser also offers on-going human resource management services on a consultant or outsourced basis, providing consulting services to improve operational and management performance. Dresser is focused on assisting its clients to get the most from their software.

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United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand, Introduces Its Case Fit™ Solution

United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand, today introduced their Case Fit™ solution. Case Fit was developed to provide a complete protective case and foam insert solution from design to shipment.

Kissimmee, FL (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand, today introduced their Case Fit™ solution. Case Fit was developed to provide a complete protective case and foam insert solution from design to shipment.

Through the Case Fit solution United Case will engineer a solution, secure the appropriate case and foam material, fabricate the complete solution and have it shipped it to the customer's desired location(s). Additionally, Case Fit provides over-the-phone pricing for a complete protective case and custom fabricated foam insert solution.

The Case Fit solution also encompasses a complete line of foams that are ideal for interior case protection. United Case has handpicked ten of the best interior protection foams in the industry. Each Case Fit foam exhibits specific protection and aesthetic properties suitable for targeted uses and applications. Such applications include: electronics equipment that require shipment in anti-static material, sales presentation kits needed to protect and display a product, or the shipping of delicate automotive parts that call for class A surface protection.

United Case's website provides detailed information regarding their Case Fit service and complete line of foams. Various protective case applications such as use for transporting computers, industrial equipment and tools are also highlighted.

About United Case
United Case, a UFP Technologies brand, is a full service provider of protective cases and custom engineered foam inserts. In partnership with United Foam, the flagship brand of UFP Technologies, United Case offers a large selection of foams, multiple fabrication capabilities, eight North American locations and the protective packaging design knowledge and experience required to design the best case and foam insert solutions.

For more information on United Case, call (888) 933-4950 visit www.unitedcase.com, or email sales @ unitedcase.com.

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Washington Mills Becomes ECS' First Multinational DR Participant

Washington Mills has just enrolled its Niagara Falls, Ontario facility in Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc.'s (ECS) demand response (DR) program, PowerPay! Ontario, to reduce their electricity usage in times of need to relieve stress on the grid. The Ontario location joins the Niagara Falls, NY location, making it ECS' first multinational DR participant.

Niagara Falls, ON (Vocus/PRWEB ) September 17, 2008 -- Washington Mills has just enrolled its Niagara Falls, Ontario facility in Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc.'s (ECS) demand response (DR) program, PowerPay! Ontario, to reduce their electricity usage in times of need to relieve stress on the grid. The Ontario location joins the Niagara Falls, NY location, making it ECS' first multinational DR participant.

The plant's NY location was one of the first companies to enroll in ECS' PowerPay! New York program back in 2001, so it is only fitting that the company continues to add to their green initiatives by being one of the first to enroll in ECS' PowerPay! Ontario program.

"When it comes to demand response resource management, ECS has shown they have the experience, credibility, and know-how to get the job done," said Sandro Borghesi, director of Canadian operations for Washington Mills. "We are thrilled to become their first cross-border participant, and feel good knowing that by participating in the PowerPay! Ontario program we'll be doing our part to assist the province when problems arise with the grid."

PowerPay! Ontario comes into effect in times of peak demand, usually on the hottest days of the summer, in which the facility will earn a monetary incentive for cutting back its electricity usage to help keep demand and energy prices low, as well as avoid peak power plants from being built.

"We are excited to begin our PowerPay! Ontario program with a customer like Washington Mills," said Paul Tyno, executive vice president, program development for ECS. "Being one of the first customers in both the New York and Ontario programs shows their dedication to going green and helping out the community."

About Energy Curtailment Specialists, Inc.
ECS offers turnkey, administrative, and a la carte demand response services. Energy Curtailment Specialists is currently serving markets in all of New York, California, New England, Kansas City, PJM territories, and Ontario, Canada. For more information, please call 877-711-5453, or visit us on the web at www.ecsgrid.com

About Washington Mills
Washington Mills is a world leader in the manufacture and distribution of abrasive materials and fused mineral products. As the largest producer in North America with sales and manufacturing facilities around the world, our capabilities are unrivaled in the industry. We offer a rich array of abrasive grains and specialty electro-fused minerals. From macro grits to micro grits, to custom specialty fusions, our fused materials are used around the world in hundreds of different industries and applications.

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Federal Heath Sign Company and Magink Display Technologies Partner in Outdoor Media Industry Project

Federal Heath Sign Company, a leader in the Sign Industry, has partnered with Magink Display Technologies, to introduce a digital ink electronic product for the Outdoor Media Industry.

Euless, TX (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Federal Heath Sign Company and Magink Display Technologies have recently completed a third generation proprietary digital ink electronic product that is designed for the Outdoor Media Industry. The finished product is for an outdoor media customer, and is currently being tested and evaluated in Pensacola, FL.

Federal Heath Sign and Magink Display Technologies began working together earlier this year, with Federal Heath providing engineering design, product manufacturing and support for the project. The display was built at the Euless, TX facility and installed in August for the customer on-site.

Due to the success of this collaboration, additional projects are being planned. For additional information on Magink, please go to www.magink.com

Federal Heath
Federal Heath Sign Company provides innovative, comprehensive and consistent solutions to sign product and maintenance requirements. For over 100 years, Federal Heath has been providing quality, custom electric signage to high profile companies in the retail, restaurant, hotel, finance, petroleum, automotive, corporate identification and gaming markets. Federal Heath has more than twenty offices nationwide, including four state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. For more information about Federal Heath Sign Company, please visit us at www.federalheath.com

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Norwich Pharmaceuticals Selects SupplyScape Nexus for Product Serialization

Norwich Pharmaceuticals bolsters customer service offerings with SupplyScape's business process collaboration environment

Norwich, NY and Woburn, MA (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Norwich Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading provider of contract manufacturing and packaging services, today announced that it will be implementing SupplyScape Corporation's Nexus solution to drive visibility, control, and efficiency within its business operations and among its trading partners. Norwich will utilize Nexus to offer its diverse client base a full suite of serialization services to monitor and optimize product movement, security and supply chain performance.

SupplyScape Nexus is a business collaboration environment designed to help companies and their trading partners connect and share rich product information across business processes. By combining serialization and electronic pedigree (ePedigree) information with operational and transaction data, organizations can dramatically improve supply chain visibility and business responsiveness to changing supply chain conditions.

As one of the first outsourcing providers to implement the Nexus solution, Norwich Pharmaceuticals president, Chris Calhoun, views this initiative as part and parcel to the company's mission. "Norwich is committed to providing our customers with uncommon value and everyday excellence - and SupplyScape helps us achieve that." Calhoun added, "In addition to innovative technology, deep domain expertise, and strong partnerships with technology leaders such as SAP, SupplyScape's value chain network-based approach enables us to offer our customers a comprehensive set of serialization packaging and patient safety services to meet all their customers' needs."

Mark O'Connell, president and chief executive officer of SupplyScape, commented, "Norwich understands that serializing drug products and linking this serialization information between trading partners creates global business value opportunities that extend far beyond regulatory compliance. The Nexus capabilities for managing, sharing and acting on serialization information and ePedigree data will enable Norwich to strengthen its business operations and offer outsourced value-added visibility and traceability services to its customers and their trading partners that are unmatched in the pharmaceutical industry."

About Norwich Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Norwich Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an outsourcing provider based in Norwich, NY providing comprehensive support - from clinical trial, through scale-up, to commercial launch - to the pharmaceutical industry. The company brings over 100 years of experience to the manufacture, packaging, associated quality services, and distribution of solid dose, semi-solid, and liquid pharmaceutical products. For more information, visit http://www.norwichpharma.com.

About SupplyScape
SupplyScape Corporation is the leading provider of software to secure the safety and value of the global life sciences supply chain. More than 100 companies across the pharmaceutical value chain rely on SupplyScape to help them prepare for global serialization, ePedigree, and track & trace, and to realize business value from their investments in product security and supply chain visibility. For more information, visit http://www.supplyscape.com/.

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HPLC Flowmeter for FDA-regulated Labs - Fast, Accurate Calibration and IQ OQ PQ Validation

The FlowCal 5000 HPLC Flowmeter is the ideal HPLC calibration and qualification tool for pharmaceutical labs meeting strict GMP or GLP regulatory requirements.

South Orange, NJ (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- Tovatech LLC announces the newly designed FlowCal 5000 Liquid Flow Meter, which simplifies the calibration of HPLC flow rates in pharmaceutical laboratories. This flow meter is accurate, durable, and certified. It offers high performance in a small package. It is the ideal tool for HPLC calibration and IQ OQ PQ HPLC validation by metrology chemists.

Flow rate measurement and flow calibration with the FlowCal 5000 is much easier, faster, and more accurate than using a timer while manually collecting fluid for gravimetric or volumetric measurement. The FlowCal 5000 HPLC Flow Meter offers smaller size, increased accuracy at low flow rates, and simpler use compared to other models. With this flow meter, HPLC pump troubleshooting time is reduced, and leaking check valves or piston seals are easily diagnosed. The FlowCal 5000 is designed for industries requiring accuracy to 1.0% of the reading with guaranteed linearity from 0.05 to 25.00 mL/min.

The FlowCal 5000 digital liquid flowmeter is gravimetrically calibrated at 1.0 (+/- 1.0%) mL/min eliminating the need for user calibration. Flow meter calibration at multiple points is available. A UKAS traceable calibration certificate is supplied with every flow meter (the UK equivalent of NIST). All wetted parts are made of PTFE, PEEK, DAI-EL, PERFLUOR, or Pyrex glass, which makes the FlowCal 5000 inert to all common HPLC mobile phases as well as bioinert.

The principle of operation is the repeated and accurate measurement of the transit time of a meniscus between two optical sensors. To enable very low flow rates to be measured rapidly, the measuring volume is only 0.14 mL and all bores have been reduced to a minimum. At a flow rate of 2mL/min the flow meter reading is updated every 15 seconds. Flow rate is independent of liquid type up to a viscosity of 10 centipoise. Unlike liquid flowmeters based on mass flow, the FlowCal 5000 is not suitable for in-line monitoring of flow rates.

The 4-digit flow rate is displayed on the large LCD and the data can be output via the RS232 interface to a printer, terminal or PC; the data is output as the full 6-digit reading.

The FlowCal 5000 is supplied with a carrying case, cleaning kit, rechargeable batteries, and a universal mounting kit. A miniature thermal printer, which prints all readings and error messages, is available.

Call (973) 913 9734 for more information about the FlowCal 5000 Liquid Flow Meter.

In addition to digital liquid flow meters for HPLC, Tovatech supplies a wide variety of instruments for pharmaceutical and other labs. Contact Tovatech if you are looking for an Elma Ultrasonic Cleaner, Norlake Refrigerator or Freezer, or Kern Analytical Balance.

About Tovatech LLC
Tovatech is staffed entirely by scientists who seek to aid other scientists in selecting the right laboratory instruments for their work.

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AKCP adds Modbus to SNMP support to securityProbe

AKCP Inc., has released a new innovative feature for it's embedded Linux securityProbe bridging the gap between SCADA's physical and logical formats and SNMP.

Bangkok, Thailand (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- AKCP Inc., has released a new innovative feature for it's embedded Linux securityProbe bridging the gap between SCADA's physical and logical formats and SNMP.

The securityProbe adds a Modbus to SNMP gateway which can be easily integrated in any SCADA system. Using the recently introduced virtual sensor port feature, the securityProbe supports Modbus RTU, Modbus over TCP/IP. Any virtual sensor can be combined with AKCP's wide choice of notifications like: SNMP traps, e-mail, SMS, MMS, windows alerts, voice calls, Skype calls, etc. In addition the securityProbe can control relays based on collected sensor values from a large number of physical sensors or up to 60 dry contacts. All Modbus configuration can be done through the easy to use embedded web interface of the securityProbe.

With this new feature AKCP has created a unique SCADA management system independent of the bus protocol used. This enables distributed control engineers to easily link up industrial network devices with existing LAN infrastructure and SNMP alerts.

The Modbus to SNMP gateway expands on the wide range of Modbus features such as the securityProbe's ability to act as a RS485 master device polling one or more slave devices or as a slave allowing other Modbus devices to read sensor data.

Additional fieldbus protocol support for Profibus, LonWorks, etc. are available on request with very short implementation times, using AKCP custom engineering services

About AKCP
AKCP Inc., established in 1981, is the world's oldest and largest manufacturer of SNMP based environmental and security monitoring solutions. Over 35,000 installations use AKCP for disaster prevention and infrastructure security.

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PepsiCo's Throws Their Weight Behind the Fuel Price on Logistics Debate

Mark Whittaker, Vice President of Transportation with PepsiCo has confirmed his participation as a panelist at the forthcoming eyefortransport High Fuel Prices Summit that will be held December 8th & 9th at the InterContinental Century City Hotel in Los Angeles.

(PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- The High Fuel Prices on Logistics Summit will gather more than 150 senior executives to discuss how supply chains are drastically realigned and how they are affected. We can now confirm that senior level executives from manufacturing companies such as PepsiCo, Novozymes, Samsung, Solutia, Princess Cruise, Raytheon, Aerobox, GE, Pacific Sunwear, Harman, PepBoys, Digi-Key, American Woodmark, Foster Farms, Teradyne, Celestica, Boise Cascade, Smart & Final, Smithfield, and from 3PLs and carriers such as Transplace, Panalpina, Werner Enterprise, Kelron Logistics, Barrett Distribution, C.H.Robinson, APL Logistics, Wheels-Clippers, Caterpillar, UTi Worldwide, Hawks Logistics, Robinson Distribution, Ryder System, Ozburn Hessey, KKW Trucks, Totalline, Parkins Logistics, Rail Delivery Servcie, USPS among many others.

More than 50 companies will share with the audience best practices on how to increase your knowledge on how high fuel prices are drastically altering the logistics process. 3PLs, carriers or shippers will gather to benchmark their services against their peers and meet with potential customers who are looking to realign their supply chain network.

This event is 40% sold out. So those executives interested in attending should reserve their place without delay.

For more information go to http://events.eft.com/fuelprices/ or contact Rodrigo Canete at rcanete@eyefortransport.com or phone +44 (0) 20 7375 7591 or US toll-free 1 800 814 3459 ext 481.

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RLM Launches FashionManager™ Concept-to-Consumer Software Solution

RLM Software is launching FashionManager™, a modular, end-to-end software solution designed to manage the entire fashion industry concept-to-consumer product lifecycle. This comprehensive solution builds on RLM's 25 years of industry-specific solutions by adding new and improved product lifecycle management (PLM), sourcing and supply chain management (SCM), logistics/warehousing/distribution, e-commerce, and more. FM is offered as either an on-premise perpetual licensing platform, or as a web-based monthly software-as-a-service (SaaS).

Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- RLM Apparel Software Systems Inc. (http://www.ronlynn.com) announces the release of FashionManager™, its latest end-to-end business software solution designed specifically for the apparel, footwear, accessories, and other fashion-related industries. The new software was developed in cooperation with existing RLM clients and is already in use at Creative Design Studios (CDS), Halston, John Varvatos, Tory Burch and other notable clients. The result of the company's 25-year fashion industry focus, FashionManager offers clients more than 40 fully integrated software modules that, when used in combination, manage the entire fashion product lifecycle - from concept to consumer.

In contrast to best-of-breed software that requires custom integration, FashionManager is an industry-specific enterprise solution that spans a wide range of traditional software categories such as product lifecycle management (PLM), supply chain management (SCM), warehouse management (WMS), salesforce automation (SFA), enterprise resource planning (ERP), and e-Commerce.

FashionManager Platform Options Include:

* FM On-Premise or FM On-Demand: Clients may choose to implement the system on their in-house servers, or deliver it to their global teams through a secure internet connection.
* Upfront Purchase or Monthly Subscription: Traditional perpetual licensing lets clients pay once and use forever; subscription offers low upfront costs and a pay-as-you-go software rental.
* All-in-One or Modular Deployment: RLM clients choose from more than 40 modules to build the fully integrated system they need to address their current and future needs.

New and Improved Functional Highlights Include:

* New PLM Capabilities: line planning, product data management (PDM), image management, tech pack management, time & action calendars, raw materials and trim management.
* Enterprise Costing: early development estimated costing, production costing, WIP costing by production stage, inventory and sales costing using standard, actual weighted, or FIFO.
* Package Sourcing or Production: bid request and management, finished goods purchasing, import management, production planning and tracking, alerts and notifications.
* Logistics, Warehouse, Distribution: easy-to-use EDI, automatic ASN and invoice generation, integrated RF warehouse management, advanced finished goods inventory and order allocation.
* Sales and e-Commerce: online order placement and sales dashboard, analyze POS (852) data, multi-currency, fully integrated B2B & B2C web stores.

"FashionManager brings together the best of our previous systems with the latest software tools and computing platform options needed to succeed in today's fast-paced and demanding fashion industry", stated Rick Lynn, RLM vice president of product development. "FM On-Demand allows companies of any size to better manage their entire business with only a small investment of time and money. With this combination of power and simplicity, both growing and mature business can unleash their true business potential without the need for larger staffs and computing expertise."

About RLM Apparel Software Systems
RLM Apparel Software is a leading provider of modular, end-to-end business software solutions designed specifically to address the needs of global fashion retailers, brands, and manufacturers. Over its 30 year history, RLM has enabled many of the largest and most innovative apparel, footwear, accessories and related companies to reach their full potential by accelerating performance, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and streamlining business processes throughout the entire concept-to-consumer fashion product lifecycle.

RLM's category-spanning enterprise software solutions comprise capabilities typically found separately in enterprise resource management (ERP), product lifecycle management (PLM), supply chain management (SCM), supplier relationship management (SRM), order management systems (OMS), warehouse management systems (WMS), salesforce automation systems (SFA), and e-commerce systems (B2B/B2C). RLM solutions are available in traditional on-premise licensing or on a hosted software-as-a-service monthly subscription basis.

RLM customers include Accessory Network Group, Calvin Klein Accessories, Capital Mercury, Halston, International Women's Apparel, Jordache, Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Wacoal, and other leading apparel, footwear, and accessories companies.

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ProSource 2.0 Offers Value, Savings for Lab Supplies

ProSource 2.0 is a customized lab supply ordering system that allows users to create a personalized, online catalog of every lab supply they currently order. ProSource then provides these items in one location with negotiated low prices to ensure savings on every order. ProSource eliminates the need to order from multiple suppliers, allows every lab in your company to order from the same location, all while helping to eliminate errors in ordering, payable and receivables. ProSource is brought to you by The Lab Depot, an online leader in lab supplies.

Dawsonville, GA (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- The Lab Depot, a leading online provider of laboratory supplies, announces the release of ProSource 2.0, a customized ordering system that provides value and savings for labs with high quality products at discount prices.

"We are excited to offer ProSource as an alternative for lab professionals tired of paying huge mark-ups to big supply companies," said Don Westall, CEO of The Lab Depot. "With ProSource, we offer the same high quality products our clients are used to at vastly reduced prices," he said.

At no cost, ProSource allows clients to create their own personalized, online catalog complete with the entire inventory of lab supplies they currently order. Each item in their catalog features negotiated low prices to ensure savings on every order.

In addition to pricing, ProSource makes it easier than ever to manage the purchasing process. By combining the lab supplies of an entire company in a single location, ProSource can help eliminate errors in ordering, payables and receivables.

"ProSource allows labs with multiple locations around the world to order supplies from a single provider, on a single purchase order, at the same low price," said Westall. "So not only will you save money, ProSource can help make your whole ordering process simple and effective."

Raymond Tomlin is a director of purchasing for a company that has used ProSource in 22 of their industrial labs for the past two years. "We can report verifiable savings of over 26% on the cost of our laboratory supplies with ProSource," Tomlin said. "In addition, the efficiencies created by ProSource are easily saving us another 10-15%."

ProSource is entirely web-based, allowing clients to login from any computer to see their catalog. It features refined e-commerce capabilities and an easy to use shopping cart, which makes ordering supplies simple. Each product features a picture, description and price, along with the ability to select a desired quantity. Plus, ProSource is backed by the established service and selection of The Lab Depot, a leading lab supply company since 1992.

"With ProSource, we feel The Lab Depot has found the best way to bring value and savings to labs who want quality supplies at fair prices," said Westall. "We are proud to have ProSource as part of The Lab Depot solution."

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iXsystems Announces Release of PC-BSD Version 7.0, Fibonacci Edition

Release features FreeBSD 7, KDE 4.1, and Dual-Head Monitor Configuration Support

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- iXsystems announced today the release of PC-BSD 7.0 Fibonacci Edition. PC-BSD is a fully functional open source desktop operating system based on FreeBSD 7.0-STABLE. FreeBSD is one of the most used UNIX-like operating systems in the world and is widely renowned as the most stable and secure server operating system. PC-BSD has a Push-Button Installer (PBI) wizard developed exclusively for PC-BSD that lets users download and install a wide range of available applications in a self-extracting and self-installing format.

PC-BSD 7.0 Fibonacci Edition is suitable for server as well as desktop use. The ULE scheduler greatly improves system performance and responsiveness, giving PC-BSD improved symmetric multi processing (SMP) performance over Linux. The Warden, a new administration utility, provides an easy to use framework for creating and managing FreeBSD Jails, with 3 control interfaces (GUI, dialog-based, and command-line). In addition, the improved GUI Installer allows users to set up a server with ZFS/UFS+J partitions, enabling setup of a server with ZFS in just a few minutes (including custom partitioning).

Highlights of the Fibonacci Edition include improved support and stability for Wine (a compatibility layer for running Windows programs), improved support with the Firewall Manager GUI, improved PBI installation support, and an improved PBI thumbnailer that displays embedded icons for large installers properly. Other new built-in features include KDE Version 4.1, Dual-Head Monitor configuration support via the X GUI setup tool, a new sound-detection method reporting via GUI any problems with auto-detect, and an optional filesystem selector that supports UFS2, UFS2+Softupdates, UFS2+ Journaling, and ZFS.

"Combining a usable desktop with the advancements of the FreeBSD 7.0 operating system results in a very fast and versatile OS," says Matt Olander, CTO of iXsystems. "Bringing PC-BSD up to FreeBSD 7.0 brings massive performance gains along with an easy to use graphical environment that makes server tools more widely available. The integration of the KDE 4.1 desktop window manager has brought a paradigm shift in productivity and usability."

Fibonacci beta testers are raving about the performance enhancements associated with this most recent edition of PC-BSD. "I am not a UNIX guru or anything, I just use PC-BSD in addition to my Mac. PC-BSD with Wine pretty much takes care of anything Windows-related that I need to run. I quit using Linux after I started using PC-BSD because I just feel at home with it. I really do like the direction Kris and the team is taking the OS with KDE 4.x and this latest version is definitely showing performance improvements for me," says Bill Leeper, a retired computer consultant.

PC-BSD Fibonacci Edition can be downloaded from http://www.pcbsd.org. It is also available for retail sale at http://www.freebsdmall.com in a DVD version as well as on a USB flash drive, with both regular and network install options.

About PC-BSD

PC-BSD is a rock solid, fully functional desktop operating system running FreeBSD version 7, with a KDE desktop interface and graphical system installer. Its PBI system, developed exclusively for PC-BSD, lets users download and install their applications in a self-extracting and installing format.

About iXsystems

iXsystems, Inc. is a leading provider of high-performance computing clusters, blade servers, rackmount servers, and storage solutions to the global marketplace. iXsystems supplies FreeBSD, NetBSD, OpenBSD and Linux servers to a wide cross-section of industries. iXsystems also supports and maintains the PC-BSD project. The company is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

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Entellus Medical® Chooses nParallel to Design and Build its Tradeshow Exhibit

20x20 Foot Island Exhibit Will Set the Stage for Entellus Medical at the World's Largest Annual Gathering of ENT Physicians

Minneapolis and Chicago (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- nParallel was selected by Entellus Medical to design, manufacture and manage its tradeshow exhibit. nParallel is an international brand communication, merchandising strategy and display agency. A member of the 2008 Inc. 5000, nParallel has been honored as one of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. Entellus Medical recently introduced a less invasive treatment for Chronic Sinusitis (CRS) sufferers.

Entellus Medical evaluated exhibit design concepts and proposals from three agencies. "We could not have gone wrong with any of the three, but nParallel stood out. They demonstrated a thoughtful, strategic understanding of our opportunities and challenges," said Sangeeta Sahni, senior marketing manager, Entellus Medical. "We enumerated our priorities and shared a comprehensive vision of the tradeshow presence we want to project and the experience we want to establish. nParallel's design concepts hit the mark, and they challenged us to balance our product launch with the introduction of our company brand at our first major show."

Entellus Medical will make its formal debut and present its FinESS™ Sinus Treatment at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS). The meeting will be held at McCormick Place in Chicago, Ill., September 21-24, 2008. The event is the world's largest annual gathering of physician specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat (ENT) and related structures of the head and neck. It is expected to draw approximately 8,500 attendees and more than 300 exhibitors. Entellus Medical will be located in its new 20x20-foot island exhibit at booth space #159.

About Entellus Medical
Founded in 2006, Entellus Medical is focused on providing unique solutions to address the unmet needs of Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) physicians, their patients, and payers through the development of innovative device technology and treatment. Based in Maple Grove, Minn., Entellus Medical recently introduced FinESS™ Sinus Treatment, a simple and direct approach to effectively treat patients with chronic sinusitis in the maxillary and/or anterior ethmoid sinuses. For more information about Entellus Medical and FinESS Sinus Treatment, please contact us at 763/463-1595 or www.entellusmedical.com.

About nParallel
Brand marketers and retailers know that store fixtures, merchandising systems and tradeshow displays establish the brand experience, engage customers and drive sales -- if they are planned with imagination, then skillfully crafted. But, too often, unfocused planning, uneven execution and unexpected costs squeeze the creative spark out of their most promising concepts. The alternative? nParallel (www.nparallel.com), the international brand communication, merchandising strategy and display agency based in Minneapolis. Whether the venue for connecting with your customers is a store or a show, nParallel fulfills the big-picture vision while keeping a sharp eye focused on the details of disciplined production, meticulous program management, and the budget bottom line. Seeking uncompromised excellence in brand communication? Call nParallel, 763.231.4800.

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Prime North Carolina Commercial and Residential Properties Set for Final Sale at Charlotte, NC Real Estate Auction

Fourteen Commercial and Residential NC Properties Valued Between $80,000 and $3,000,000 are Available at the October 18, 2008 Real Estate Auction in Charlotte, NC. Four Properties are offered Absolute, Regardless of Price. Suggested Opening Bids Starting at $20,000

Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Real estate investors and owner-occupants alike looking for real estate bargains will have their opportunity on Saturday, October 18th in Charlotte, NC. The auction will be conducted by locally operated Chartwell Auctions, Gordon Greene Broker and Auctioneer. As many as four parcels will be offered absolute, without reserve, and regardless of price. Suggested opening bids start at $20,000. Rather than sell these assets slowly over a period of months, multiple ownerships have decided on this one-time-only final sale, passing substantial savings to the successful bidder at auction.

Jason Dolph, Manager of the Chartwell Auctions Charlotte office, stated, "This is the real estate auction event buyers have been waiting for. There is a bit of everything available from apartment complexes and industrial buildings, to single-family homes. There is no better place to own than North Carolina." Properties to be included in the October 18th auction are as follows:

* 98-Unit Glenwood Point Apartments, Charlotte. Over $600,000 in annual scheduled gross income. Reserve Price $ 1,645,000
* 40-Unit Eastover Apartments, Charlotte. Over 90% occupied. Reserve Price: $ 1,185,000
* 208,650 SF Manufacturing/ Warehouse Facility, Red Springs, NC. Reserve Price $485,000 or $2.33 / SF
* 3 Bedroom Home and Adjoining 3.96 Acre Tract for 15 Homes in Charlotte. Suggested Opening Bid of $20,000 each. Offered individually and combined.
* 1147 SF Building 8 blocks from downtown Charlotte ideally situated one block from CPCC Community College. Reserve Price $99,000
* 8 single-family homes in Charlotte and Indian Trail. 50% offered Absolute. Suggested Opening Bids begin at $25,000. Homes valued from $80,000 to $225,000.

The auction will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 4800 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 18, 2008. For a free color brochure on the October 18th Real Estate Auction with terms of sale and inspection dates for all properties you can call Jason Dolph with Chartwell Auctions at 704-831-8983.

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Flower Window Boxes Introduces New Custom No Rot Deck Planters

Flower Window Boxes, Inc. is proud to be introducing a new line of product for the 2008 fall season. This product will be in the form of deck planters made from a cellular PVC material that mimics wood in every way, except it will never rot.

(PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Flower Window Boxes, Inc. is proud to be introducing a new line of product for the 2008 fall season. This product will be in the form of deck planters made from a cellular PVC material that mimics wood in every way, except it will never rot. Unlike a vinyl material, it will also provide the true look of wood with paintable options as well.

Flower Window Boxes is an up and coming online company specializing in custom window boxes that got its start earlier this year as a manufacturer-direct seller. They are based in Cumming, GA and are currently providing custom window boxes in many styles to homeowners, builders, landscapers, architects, and contractors. The advantages to their window boxes are that they will never need replacement and they are available in custom sizes with the look of wood. Their PVC window boxes have even been featured on The Today Show as "the last window boxes you will ever have to buy."

"A lot of builders have been interested in using our product to attract potential home buyers during this current housing recession. They are trying to add a little bit of curb appeal to set themselves apart from their competitors," says owner Matthew Buquoi.

They use a cellular PVC material called Versatex, which can cost up to five times that of wood. To keep costs down for the consumer, they sell direct to make the product competitive and affordable.

"Our expectations are that the deck planters will be a big hit in the country states where open decks and porches are more common. The custom lengths allow us to make our PVC deck planters so that they fit each customers deck or porch perfectly."

Flower Window Boxes is also hoping to launch a complete line of Aluminum window boxes that will be available in many custom sizes as well at manufacturer direct pricing in late September 2008. They will provide the same look as wrought-iron, but without the hassles or maintenance of rusting.

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Trends in End-Use Industries to Shape Growth in Global Forest Products Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts

Worldwide demand for forest products is determined by a host of factors, prominent ones being population growth, consumer income levels, product prices and comparative cost of substitutes, changing consumer preferences, and trends in various end-use industries. Global demand for forest products is also directly linked to the economic growth in individual regional markets.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Forest products market has traditionally been a large-scale industry offering commodity products, wherein marketing holds minimal significance. However, globalization has allowed forest product companies to provide enhanced information about product characteristics, such as origin of raw materials, and manufacturing process. Globalization offers several benefits to the industry in the form of standardization of prices, increased investments, lower transportation cost, and advent of new technologically improved products. Globalization has also brought about a gradual change, with sourcing of raw materials shifting to emerging forest producing regions.

Demand for forest products is also determined by changes in the demographic structure of the region, urbanization trends, and growing levels of environmental and social awareness. Trade liberalization, increasing role of foreign investment, and foray of multinationals in the forestry sector are anticipated to significantly influence future development of forest products markets. Technological advancements in the field of processing technologies are also driving innovation in the industry, resulting in the manufacture of specialty products that address specific customer requirements.

As majority of the foreign products find use as intermediate goods in other industrial or commercial applications, trends in the end-use industries, including construction, furniture, wood processing, and materials handling, determine pace of growth in the forest products market. Regulatory environment has a pivotal role to play in streamlining of forest products market operations, and acts as a driving force for sustainable forestry management, with direct influence on marketing practices and financial well being of market participants. Supply of wood and wood-based products are influenced by factors such as changing regimes of forest management, and rate of forest degradation and afforestation. While insufficient global supply has led to rising product prices, scarcity of wood and wood-based products is fuelling the development of substitute products.

United States, with its large forest resources and high production and consumption of wood products, ranks among the leading forest product markets, globally. Increasing demand for timber from domestic and overseas markets is resulting in more number of trees being harvested at earlier ages. Trends in the residential construction sector, price dynamics, and regulatory policies significantly affect the pace of growth in the domestic forest products market. Although the market for wood panels weakened in recent years due to decline in single housing market and heightened competition from alternatives, the market is anticipated to offer lucrative prospects driven by intensified activity in segments such as residential and non-residential improvement and repair, and new non-residential construction. Also, enhanced emphasis on high-end products is expected to offer long-term benefits for manufacturers of wood panels.

The report titled "Forest Products: A Global Outlook" provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report offers a bird's eye view of the global Forest Products industry. Annotated with 13 information-rich tables presenting market data findings, and analytical research projections, the entire discussion provides a macro-level perception of the industry. The report discusses the impact and implications of globalization on the industry, and provides a note on emerging trends such as e-Forestry, and environmental marketing, among others. Also included is a compilation of all recent mergers, acquisitions, and strategic corporate developments. A regional level of discussion offers preludes to prevalent market scenarios in countries such as the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, France, Finland, Italy, Sweden, UK, Asia, China, India, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The report also includes an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 537 companies worldwide.

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

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

Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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More Expensive Than Gold, Cocaine, or Heroin -- New Class Of Hydroponics Hormones Pushing Outer Fringes of Plant Science For Bigger Yielding Crops

Advanced Nutrients Testing Astronomically-Priced Plant Growth Regulators

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) September 17, 2008 -- A Seattle-based international hydroponics nutrients company is conducting innovative hydroponics plant science research with ultra expensive auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins and other plant growth substances.

According to hydroponics experts Evegeniy Stefanov Yordanov, Michael Straumietis, and Robert Charles Higgins, teams of Advanced Nutrients plant scientists are testing exclusive hormones and other innovative substances that control plant flowering, root growth, and plant health.

Michael Straumietis, Robert C. Higgins and Eugene Stefanov Yordanov are described by colleagues as the world's number one authorities on hydroponics and bigger hydroponics yields.

The trio founded Advanced Nutrients, which manufactures and distributes highly-respected hydroponics nutrients products in 41 countries worldwide.

"Some of these hormones cost almost $500,000 USD per gram, of course, at that price we didn't produce a whole gram. For instance, right now we have discovered a part of a Gibberellin chain that stimulates profuse flower production that initially cost $19,000 USD per gram to make.

We have got the cost down to $1,000 USD right now and will be able to mass produce this hormone for $40.00 USD per gram and at that point it will be commercially viable for high value crops " says Michael Straumietis. "What we're learning about hydroponics plant growth and yield is worth the research dollars we're investing."

According to company co-founder Robert C. Higgins, Advanced Nutrients scientists on two continents are unlocking the mysteries and secrets of hydroponics plant metabolism, root formation, and flower development using high-value hormones that other hydroponics companies can never obtain.

"Our chemists are creating experimental synthetic and naturally derived hormones never before used which create unprecedented growth that turn plants into super-powered machines," says Robert C. Higgins

Advanced Nutrients co-founder Evegeniy Stefanov Yordanov outlined some of the specific research findings that he and his colleagues are so excited about.

"Our researchers are using these new classes of hormones to create bushier plants with superior lateral branching and others that promote very fast and abundant rooting in cuttings," Yordanov explains. "They're finding handcrafted gibberellins that control when and how successfully plants flower. And there are designer cytokinins that create huge lateral buds and keep buds flowering in peak bloom longer."

Michael Straumietis says his company's plant scientists are accumulating reams of proprietary data about how auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins and other plant growth compounds control the inner workings of plant cell replication, flowering and vigor.

"At first, we winced when the chemists would come to us for a teeny-tiny vial of plant hormone and ask us for tens of thousands of dollars to produce it," Michael Straumietis explains. "But when our scientists proved how these costly new forms of auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins and other plant growth compounds totally revolutionize our understanding and control of all major plant functions, we realized that all the money we're spending is obviously worth it. With some of these substances, you can easily more than double your harvest in some crops!"

Want to find out more about hydroponics gardening and Advanced Nutrients? Visit http://www.advancednutrients.com.

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Product Innovation and Replacement Needs to Spur Household Appliances Market, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts

Demographic structures, smaller household units, age distribution patterns, increased purchasing power and changing lifestyles alter consumption habits. The cosmopolitan attitude of consumers, replacement demand, and niche product developments facilitated growth in sales of household appliances.

San Jose, California (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Household appliances including large appliances or white goods and small appliances, play a significant role in maintaining lifestyles and providing comfort, utility and convenience. Increasing urbanization, discretionary income, growing homeownership, replacement demand, and rising number of workingwomen spurred demand for household appliances. Emergence of lifestyle and wellness trends and shift of focus to higher-quality products will benefit sales of small appliances such as juice extractors, espresso machines and coffee machines. Globally, household appliances market can be viewed more positively, boosted through modernization and renovation in home/kitchen segment and replacement needs. Developed nations are expected to demonstrate limited growth potential as a result of high penetration of household appliances.

Worldwide market for microwave ovens is healthy, with developing nations anticipated to register sturdy market gains due to large untapped potential. With demand in most developed nations nearing saturation, manufacturers are consistently striving to introduce enhanced versions of microwaves, to keep the sales momentum. Market in upcoming years is expected to be swamp by advanced versions such as energy-efficient ovens, to gratify even the most critical cooking enthusiast. In an effort to completely capitalize on the changing consumer preferences, companies engaged in ovens manufacturing are coming forward with innovative offerings.

Consumer desire for the latest gadgets and ergonomical and trendy designs fuelled the growth in small household appliances market such as toasters, hand mixers, coffee makers and can openers. Usage of chrome instead of white, black or forest green, has become widely popular. Producers are creating a new niche by supplying a combination of appliances such as bread makers with toaster ovens. In the market for floor care products, the spotlight was on technology comprising increased cleaning power, dirt sensors and enhancements in cleaning tools.

Growing awareness about diminishing natural resources and the rising energy costs encouraged consumers to look out for environment friendly and energy-efficient electrical home appliances. The situation prompted the US government to develop a standard to verify these factors in electrical home appliances. The Energy Star program initiated by the US EPA together with the US DOE is applicable for a wide range of electric home appliances, including light bulbs, irons, mixers, room ACs, vacuum cleaners, water heaters, washing machines and refrigerators among others.

The report titled "Household Appliances: A Global Outlook" provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. The report provides a rudimentary insight into major product markets, definitions, and classification, in addition to fast facts about the ongoing consolidation among retailers, the intensifying competition brought about by the ingress of new entrants, new opportunities in Asia, the impact of technology, changing consumer preferences and other noteworthy trends/issues. Also included is a compilation of all recent mergers, acquisitions, and strategic corporate developments. In addition to the global market scenario, a regional level of discussion designed to provide a prelude to prevalent market scenarios in major countries, culminate in building a macro-level perception of the industry in its totality. The report also includes an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 911 companies worldwide.

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

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

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

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Fortunes in Capital Goods Industry Are Tied to Economic Growth, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Capital goods industry is heavily reliant on general business cycles, economic conditions, interest rates, technology upgrades, government laws and policies and consumer purchasing power. The rising demand for new machinery in agriculture, construction, food processing and packaging, particularly in developed nations such as Asia has increased the demand for capital goods as a whole.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Capital goods include buildings, factories, machinery, tools, and equipment, which are used in producing goods and services. Demand for capital goods is generally tied to general economic development, evolving industry standards, technological change and changing customer requirements. The rapid pace of industrialization and economic success of the developing nations such as Asia has inspired growth in global capital goods market.

Capital goods industry derives substantial sales from cyclical industries including construction and mining machinery, agriculture/farm implements machinery, packaging machinery, printing machinery, textile machinery and welding machinery. Construction equipment sector is highly cyclical and capital-intensive where the demand for construction equipment is directly proportional to the need for construction and building activity. Economy, highway funding, housing starts, steel & energy costs are among the vital factors influencing construction equipment business. As developing economies such as Latin America, Asia and eastern/central Europe are investing heavily in infrastructure development there is significant increase in the demand for construction machinery to construct highways, oil refineries, power plants, office buildings, and other infrastructure projects.

Growth in farm size and increased mechanization are driving the agricultural equipment sector in sophisticated and mature markets worldwide, such as the US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. The total number of farms and unit sales of agricultural machinery are declining concurrently with increased acreage on farms, with larger size and capacity of machinery fueling this trend. As a result, these markets mostly tend to promote replacement sales rather than new ones, with the new machinery replacing the less powerful and less productive older models.

Globally, capital goods industry is subject to numerous stringent environmental laws and regulations concerning emission and disposal of waste materials. The Clean Air Act of 1990 forced corporations and governments at all levels to make substantial investments for undertaking waste management and pollution control measures.

The report titled "Capital Goods: A Global Outlook" provides a collection of statistical anecdotes, market briefs, and concise summaries of research findings. Richly laden with 62 quantitative analytical tables, the report provides a rudimentary statistical prelude to the global, and, in particular, the US Capital Goods industry. The summarized global market discussion offers a recapitulation of all recent mergers and acquisitions. Regional markets briefly summarized and abstracted include the US, Europe, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Spain, China, India, New Zealand, South Africa, and Argentina, among others. The abstracted regional market discussions provide a prelude to these markets. The report also includes an indexed, easy-to-refer, fact-finder directory listing the addresses, and contact details of 1,331 companies worldwide.

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Solar Innovations, Inc. Releases Folding Wall Door Stiles for Greater Design Versatility

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, introduces folding wall door stile options that allow for greater design versatility.

Myerstown, PA (PRWEB) September 16, 2008 -- Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; and folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens, introduces folding wall door stile options that allow for greater design versatility.

Solar Innovations™ is now offering door stile widths for folding glass walls: wide thermal, standard thermal, and narrow non-thermal stiles. Wide thermal stiles feature Solar Innovations'™ superior thermally-broken aluminum frame and are larger in size than the standard thermal; allowing for larger, heavier doors while still maintaining the aesthetic appeal. The standard thermal stiles also utilize a thermally-broken aluminum frame system; however, these stiles are smaller than the wide thermal and provide an average sized frame option for traditional door applications. Currently the standard thermal stiles are the only hurricane certified stile option available through Solar Innovations™. Narrow, non-thermal stiles do not boast the Solar Innovations™ thermally-broken aluminum frame, but are practical for smaller door applications, making them lighter and a lower cost, or when the a narrow sight line is critical to the design.

The standard thermally-broken stile measures 2 3/4 inches, an acceptable size for the majority of applications. The narrow stile measures a mere 1 13/16 inch creating a narrower sight line, while the wide stile measures 5 1/2 inches providing strength and security.

To achieve the desired functional qualities and appearance when incorporating the folding glass wall systems directly into an