Henderson, Nev. (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- 21st EQUITY HOMES MANUFACTURING INC. (21st Equity) a precast home manufacturer and official Mandate Holder for global cement supply launches its Home upgrade and Real Estate Swop Program. This enables millions of property owners across the world to trade in their existing (hard selling) property against a brand new 21st Equity development including the benefit of becoming a factory co-owner and license partner in a 21st Equity Homes Manufacturing Plant.

Do you own Real Estate which you are unable to sell?

If you have anywhere in the world an apartment, villa or an entire real estate project and can NOT sell it, 21st Equity will take it in as collateral for the Factory Syndication & License Program.

21st Equity can build another home/project from that exchange for the client anywhere in the world where it is simply a better investment or has a better chance of being sold in the future. Accordingly, clients have the chance to trade in their non-profit producing assets and at the same time become Factory Co-owners in a 21st Equity Homes Manufacturing Plant without any out of pocket expenses for their License and Co-ownership Package.

"The credit crunch has made it virtually impossible for existing homeowners to upgrade from their existing homes to larger and potentially new homes, despite their existing homes having suitable equity. 21st Equity has announced that it is identifying development opportunities in various countries and will be introducing its 'home upgrade and Real Estate Swop Program' simultaneously.

'Essentially it works like this' says 21st Equity CEO Stephan Schurmann.

'21st Equity identifies a development opportunity and undertakes a new residential development of villas, condos, apartments and/or hotel. Homeowners who wish to upgrade to larger, newer homes in a 21st Equity development could apply to participate in our 'home upgrade and Real Estate Swop program'.

What this means is that depending on the value of your existing property and the outstanding mortgage, if any home purchasers could upgrade to a new larger home without the need to approach a real estate broker to sell their home. Based on a realistic market value agreed to between 21st Equity and the client, 21st Equity 'discounts the new home' with the agreed amount of the home being 'part swopped'. This results in the owner then only requiring the raise a mortgage of the balance of the purchase price'. Mr. Schurmann however cautions clients and says 'this program is not for everyone as each application is assessed on merit. Understandably, a home to be 'part swopped' cannot have a mortgage which is high leaving no equity component in the transaction as this would not make financial sense. Our program gives clients options to acquire larger and new properties in a 21st Equity development along with 21st Equity then taking the 'part swopped' home into its 'stock'.

Further information regarding 21st Equity's Real Estate Swop Program can be found on the companies web site by clicking here: http://www.equitypanels.com

About 21st Equity Homes

Who We Are And What We Do

The 60 Seconds Elevator Pitch - Company Profile:

21st Equity Homes Manufacturing Inc. is a global Homes Manufacturing and Construction Company as well as an official Mandate Holder & supplier of Portland Cement for clients around the world. We establish turnkey home manufacturing plants worldwide, provide equipment, know-how, training, full backup support to supply (and build) 21st Equity precast manufactured "Villas in a Box" or other "in a Box" series as well as precast building materials globally.

Our USP's are (Unique Selling Points):

By using the 21st Equity precast technology you enjoy savings of up to 60% compared to traditional building methods. With pre-manufactured "Smart Homes" you achieve a speed of construction, which enables you to erect up to 300 housing units per day.

A 36m2 (387 sq. ft.) precast concrete house can be erected in only 8.5 hours TURNKEY for as low as $7,740.00 and the quality is excellent! A 5 Star luxury "Villa in a Box" of 3,000 sq. ft. can be erected in only 1 week!

The Manufacturing Process:

21st Equity Homes production & manufacturing is done by setting up factories in any (low cost) country and export to other (high cost) countries utilizing our precast products and services. The 21st Equity Group creates 'local' business opportunities, which create manufacturing plants, jobs, export opportunities, global real estate ownership opportunities via co-ownership and license partner syndication of factories, participation in profits stemming from manufacturing activities of factories whether in one country or globally, branding and licensing opportunities. 21st Equity has created an ever expanding, worldwide network of licensees & partners supplying everything from low cost housing, to "Malls in a Box", "Apartments in a Box" to luxury "Villas in a Box", built from a wide range of innovative and low cost building products, utilizing SIP's, light gauge Steel, precast load bearing wall panels, hollow core slabs and light weight concrete panels delivered worldwide for a fixed price.

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- Visual i/o (www.visual-io.com) today announced and unveiled the newest generation of its enterprise software for interactive visual analysis and business intelligence at the IBM Cognos Forum (http://www.cognos.com/cognosforum/), taking place in Orlando, FL---May 12-15, 2009.

Visual i/o's new software adds unprecedented capabilities and powerful functionality for business intelligence and performance management professionals using Cognos products. Visual i/o meets strong Cognos customer demand for high-performance visualization for both structured database data and unstructured Web content.

"As a presentation layer technology, Visual i/o's products and components reside on top of multiple data sources and the Cognos architecture to provide intuitive and highly interactive user interfaces," said Angela Shen-Hsieh, founder of Visual i/o.

"Many of our customers use Cognos products. Users in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and government sectors can leverage and extend the robust capabilities of their Cognos products with powerful and insightful data visualizations offered by Visual i/o. Our proven technology solutions and consulting services enable Cognos enterprise customers to present complex data in digestible, usable formats for executives, management, business end users and consumers."

Visual i/o + Cognos Helps Business Better See and Understand Data:

Visual i/o business analysis components are optimized to run with IBM Cognos 8 Business Intelligence. Its visualizations are presented within the Cognos Connection Portal to provide a security model and single application server for Web-based users. The Cognos-Visual i/o combination lets users draw on data across all enterprise sources to create their own views of trusted performance information and explore it when and how it suits them best.
The visualizations request data through Cognos reports - both automatic/scheduled and on-demand ad hoc reporting. The XML output is then formatted into user-friendly views.
Visual i/o provides executives and managers with an interactive visual analysis tool to view data across multiple dimensions, decision points and milestones per project with drill-down capabilities to provide a deeper understanding of the underlying data. Users now have greater flexibility to generate data visualizations (e.g. Gantt charts) by various parameters, on an ad hoc basis, depending on changing needs, without having to put in a request to an in-house IT/ technical team to update the reports.

Visual i/o delivers essential software functionalities for management productivity (integrating Business Intelligence, Analytics, Budgeting and Planning, Dashboarding, and more):

Visual i/o Features:

* Provides interactive views (Gantt charts, bubble charts, heat maps) of complex data contained within Cognos databases
* Easy-to-use controls and filters allow users to interactively investigate data in real time
so that key results are immediately apparent. Structured and unstructured data is made dynamically accessible and reports easily shared with groups of authorized users.
* Packages industry-relevant templates and expertise (e.g., pharmaceutical portfolio management, sales team forecast) for domain relevance and quick productivity.
* Provides a rich, Web-based experience for tracking time flows and trends, exploring patterns in data, and filtering/highlighting based on user requirements.

Visual i/o Benefits:

* Facilitates faster, more-informed exploration and refinement of data, and better decision-making.
* Powerful interactive analysis empowers business users to easily understand complex data
* Reduces manual reporting processes through self-service capabilities.
* Extends existing Cognos investments.
* Integrates easily within the Cognos environment.

The combination of Visual i/o with Cognos 8 V.4 delivers a powerful solution for the integration of dynamic Data Visualization, Business Intelligence (BI) Enterprise Search and Retrieval (ESR) --- to go beyond stand-alone offerings from other vendors including TIBCO Spotfire, Information Builders, Jaspersoft, SAS, Oracle and QlikView.

As its name suggests, Visual i/o is a venture-backed data visualization software company enabling business users and consumers to easily and interactively access, interpret and learn from information they work with everyday. Visual i/o's focus is on "the last 18 inches"--getting data from the computer screen into the human mind--bridging the divide between raw data and actionable meaning through an entirely new graphical way to navigate and interpret data.

About Visual i/o

Visual i/o develops interactive visual analysis solutions that provide comprehensive views into the state of business operations to maximize organizational decision-making. Leading pharmaceutical, software and financial services companies use Visual i/o to interact dynamically and visually with their data for revealing business insights. The company's proven data visualization software solutions and consulting services enable organizations to present complex data in digestible, meaningful formats for executives, management and end users, while driving faster decisions and analysis Visit www.visual-io.com or call (617) 623-5400.

Press Contact: Patrick Rafter for Visual i/o, 617-901-2697

Visual i/o is a trademark of Visual i/o, Inc. References to other companies and their products use trademarks owned by the respective companies and are for reference purposes only.Copyright © 1998-2009, Visual i/o, Incorporated and its licensors. All rights reserved.

Phoenix, AZ (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 13, 2009 -- Blinds Chalet is introducing two new energy saving cellular shades: the ComforTrack Plus Cell Shades and Odyssey Insulating Blinds. Both offer the most efficient insulation in the industry resulting in significant energy savings for consumers looking to save.

The newly released ComforTrack Plus Cell Shade: http://www.blindschalet.com/comfortracktanslucent38.html

Blinds Chalet's Insulating Blinds:
1. GREENGuard certified for indoor air quality
2. Excellent insulators for energy savings - cells compress and expand
3. Combines benefits of both horizontal blinds and cellular shades
4. Offers insulation and privacy as well as variable light control
5. Easy to install and clean
6. Available in a wide array of colors (both light filtering and light dimming fabrics)
7. Comes in light filtering or room darkening options
8. Limited lifetime warranty

The newly released Insulating Blinds: http://www.blindschalet.com/lightfilteringinsulatingblinds.html

Ron Manwaring of Blinds Chalet said, "With the temperatures already hitting triple digits here in the Arizona, we've got a lot of consumers more than a little excited about the advantages offered by these new products. They both offer excellent insulation against the Arizona heat. For some…the money they'll save as their energy bills drop is secondary to the fact that they'll be able to keep their homes cooler during the hot months to come."

For more information on Blinds Chalet or current trends in the industry contact Ron Manwaring at info (at) blindschalet (dot) com or by phone at: 1-888-633-7840 or 480-633-7840. Or visit Blinds Chalet online at www.blindschalet.com.

Contact:
Ron Manwaring
Blinds Chalet
Phone: 1-888-633-7840 or 480-633-7840
Email: info (at) blindschalet (dot) com

Wayne, PA (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- Deacom, Inc. this week released the latest version of its DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System for building component and process manufacturers, rolling out significant enhancements to the integrated ERP system's Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Quality Control (QC) capabilities.

Now the integrated ERP system combines sales and production MRP data in one easy-to-read report. Manufacturers can view current or time-phased material requirements for their entire organization - including on-hand inventory, issued and reserved inventory, items in QC hold, job requirements, sales requirements not yet scheduled as jobs, pending purchase orders (POs), forecasts, and inter-company transfers - from a single screen.

"So if you need it, you see it," explains Deacom Implementation Specialist Paul Heinmiller. "This improvement will give users better data visibility so they can make better planning and purchasing decisions."

The MRP software functionality also lets users satisfy material shortages by creating production jobs, POs, and inter-company transfers directly from the MRP report. Users buying several different parts from the same vendor also can build a multiple-item PO directly from this screen. And built-in drill down capability lets users view the real-time detail behind any MRP quantity by double-clicking the number.

In addition, DEACOM 10.4 includes improved QC capabilities. Now manufacturers can perform production QC testing during the job cycle - running multiple passes until achieving the desired test results - or after production is complete, on a pass/fail basis.

"The addition of post-production QC makes the system more flexible," Heinmiller says. "It's particularly helpful for manufacturers using third-party testing services."

DEACOM continues to permanently store all QC data for extensive research and reporting.

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 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.

Birmingham, AL (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- Pumps & Systems, the magazine for pump users worldwide, presents the next edition of its Live Webinar Series on June 25, 2009 at 1 p.m. Eastern. To register for the FREE Webinar on Advances in Simulation of Pumps & Cavitation, please visit www.pump-zone.com.

Advances in Simulation of Pumps & Cavitation will begin with CAD geometry of a real-world production pump and then will explain how to use the CFD tool, PumpLinx, through real-time model and simulation set up to provide information on flow, pressure and aeration with cavitation.

Finally, results will be compared to physical test data. Through modeling and simulation of a real pump, the attendee will understand the fundamentals of CFD from model setup to post-processing in this high-impact, one-hour session. The event will include a live question-and-answer segment.
About The Facilitator

Sam Lowry, Ph.D., is president of Simerics, Inc., in Huntsville, Ala. He received an A.B. in Engineering and Applied Physics from Harvard College, an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences from the University of Tennessee Space Institute. Dr. Lowry's prior work experience includes more than 10 years at CFD Research Corporation, concluding as director of advanced technology, and five years as a NASA engineer in the Turbomachinery Branch at the Marshall Space Flight Center.

About Pumps & Systems magazine:
Pumps & Systems is the voice of the pump and rotating equipment industry. We deliver relevant industry news coverage and powerful technical information to more than 40,000 BPA-qualified managers, engineers, operators and maintenance professionals around the world. Pumps & Systems is published monthly and available free to qualified subscribers. Visit www.pump-zone.com for more information.

About Simerics, Inc.:
Simerics develops, markets and supports CAE software for the virtual simulation and testing of fluid pumps, compressors and motors. With new technologies to address difficult issues, Simerics is focused on providing tools that are productive, accurate and comprehensive to allow your company to reduce expensive hardware testing and provide unique insight into your products.

About VibrAlign:
VibrAlign, founded in 1983, provides value-added, easy to use shaft alignment and vibration solutions. VibrAlign offers field services, training and a range of laser alignment tools backed by superior customer service. VibrAlign sells shaft alignment tools, including the Shaft Hog, the Fixturlaser GO, and the Fixturlaser XA. VibrAlign personnel are located in key cities throughout the United States, with experienced service providers on call. Whatever alignment or vibration problems you face, VibrAlign can help.

About PumpLinx:
PumpLinx is 3D CFD software from Simerics that allows engineers to accurately simulate fluid pumps and motors with similar precision to hardware testing. PumpLinx provides unique insight over hardware testing by allowing the engineer to see inside the pump with straightforward analysis, created with both the CFD professional and newcomer in mind.

Hanover, NH (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- Hypertherm, the world leader in plasma arc metal cutting technology, today announced an update to its popular Phoenix software.

Hypertherm's Phoenix software also comes with Remote Help™, a major advancement in customer support. Remote Help is a fast and easy way to remotely connect your CNC to your OEM and Hypertherm, if needed. Remote help is also a good way to transfer or download setup files, part programs, and software updates.

"Remote Help makes it possible for people to quickly get the technical support they need," said Peter Brahan, leader of Hypertherm's Automation team. "In less than a minute, operators can be talking to a technical service specialist who can remotely view what the software is doing."

Phoenix 8.5 has the added benefit of the patent pending CutPro Wizard™. The CutPro Wizard works similarly to the wizards found on common computer software programs: It is even possible for inexperienced operators to run a table in less than five minutes. Operators are first asked to load a part program and select a cutting process from options listed in large drop down menus. They can then choose to align the plate, using directional arrows on a touch pad screen, select a scrap, and finally start the cut.

Hypertherm's Phoenix software has drastically changed the way metal cutters operate their machines. The software boasts more than 40 enhancements, including the ability to store custom cut charts for later use and cut plate remnants--pieces of the plate normally considered "scrap" or unusable--to significantly reduce materials costs.

Phoenix Version 6 comes preloaded on all Edge II controllers from Hypertherm Automation, while Phoenix Version 8.5 comes preloaded on all new EDGE Ti®, Voyager™, Mariner™, and MicroEDGE™ controls. Owners should contact their authorized OEM or Hypertherm distributor for upgrade information.

Hypertherm designs and manufactures the world's most advanced plasma metal cutting systems for use in a variety of industries such as shipbuilding, manufacturing, and automotive repair. Its product line includes handheld and mechanized plasma systems and consumables, as well as CNC motion and height controls. Hypertherm systems are trusted for performance and reliability that results in increased productivity and profitability for tens of thousands of businesses. The company, consistently named one of the best places to work in America, has more than 1,000 associates along with operations and partner representation worldwide.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) May 13, 2009 -- Fall protection safety is growing leaps and bounds in the wind energy industry. Wind turbines are popping up across the United States and it has been said that the U.S. is, “…set to be the global leader in the output of wind produced energy.” With 20 percent of the federal economic stimulus package being put towards renewable energy, this is not an unrealistic statement or goal. And according to the American Wind Energy Association, employment from the wind energy increased from 50,000 in 2007 to 85,000 the following year. Manufacturers for wind turbines and its components have been expanding facilities to meet demand.

The ten week course provides entry training for those entering the wind energy field in tower erection or maintenance. More extensive training is done with companies, often teaming new workers as apprentices with teams to further advance training.

As the wind energy industry grows, it must be protected by the growing safety industry. Fall protection equipment must meet and exceed the unique requirements needed in the wind energy industry. A key component of safety is equipment. Instructors and professionals like Larry Board often choose to use higher-end safety harnesses that focus on excellent design, padding and other extras (like hydration systems or tool carrying options) that aren’t found in less expensive versions.

Fall protection equipment is crucial to the job, but comfortable, well-designed fall protection equipment makes it easier to focus on the job.

Glen Allen, VA (PRWEB) May 13, 2009 -- The Hooter's new double CD entitled "Both Sides Live" features the new Hohner Fire Melodica. The Hooters founder Rob Hyman received the first prototype of the new Melodica in summer 2008 and the band was so enthusiastic about the product that they placed it prominently on the cover of "Both Sides Live."

The "Both Sides Live" double CD set features new live recordings of the biggest Hooters hits. The first disk, "The Electric Factory", was recorded at a live concert in their hometown of Philadelphia and presents The Hooters timeless hits complete with modern sound and fresh arrangements. The second disk "The Secret Sessions" was recorded at an intimate session for friends in Rob Hyman's Elm Street Studios and contains exclusive acoustic versions of all The Hooters' hits.

Bursting onto the Philadelphia music scene in 1980, The Hooters quickly became a huge success all along the East Coast. The Hooters' unique blend of ska, reggae and rock and roll was a fresh and powerful sound and in 1983, The Hooters released their first independent album "Amore", which sold over 100,000 copies. It was also during this time that Rob and co-founder Eric Bazilian wrote and played on Cyndi Lauper's debut album "She's So Unusual". Rob and Cyndi co-wrote the hit song "Time After Time". The Hooters' strong and powerful presence as performers and as songwriters led to their first major record deal in 1984 with Columbia Records. Their 1985 debut release "Nervous Night" quickly achieved Gold and Platinum status all over the world. Rolling Stone magazine named the Hooters the "Best New Band of the Year" in 1985. That year The Hooters were chosen as the very first band to perform at the historic Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. With unforgettable songs such as "Day By Day", "And We Danced", "Where Do The Children Go" and "All You Zombies" The Hooters have become a household name.

As Rob said in a recent interview: "Though time and miles have separated us over the years, whenever we all get in the same room, pick up our instruments, and start to jam, something magical instantly happens - we 'become' The Hooters. Being in a band with such great players and friends, over 25 years now, has been quite a blessing and fortunate experience."

"Both Sides Live" is available now and is a must for all Hooters fans. The new Hohner Fire Melodica will be available in stores in July 2009.

Hohner has manufactured and distributed musical instruments since 1857 and is one of the world's oldest musical instrument companies. Its U.S. brands include: Hohner Harmonicas, Accordions, Melodicas, Recorders, Fretted Instruments, and Hohner Kids Musical Toys; Sonor Drums, Sonor Orff; Lanikai Ukuleles; Rockwood by Hohner. Hohner, Inc. is located in Glen Allen, Virginia. For Hohner's U.S. dealer listings, please visit www.hohnerusa.com.

Eagan, MN (PRWEB) May 12, 2009 - Pioneer Plastics, Inc., a global custom injection molding company specializing in thermoplastic and thermoset products, along with its divisions, Thermotech, Inc. and Group Tool, Inc. has been named one of the top 500 minority owned businesses in the United States by DiversityBusiness.com.

"Entrepreneurs are a growing force in the U.S. economy, and a force to be reckoned with," says Kenton Clarke, CEO of Computer Consulting Associates International, the company that built DiversityBusiness.com. "This is a whole business segment that can carry its own, that provides jobs, products and services, and generates wealth for their communities. These are the new leaders in American business."

Minnesota based Pioneer Plastics, Inc. has grown from a local Midwestern manufacturer of plastic components and products to a global player in the custom injection molding industry. Over the past five years, Pioneer has grown through acquisitions and diversification. Pioneer's two main U.S. based subsidiaries, Thermotech, Inc., based in Hopkins, MN, with two operating facilities in Mexico, and Group Tool, Inc., based in Normal and Lexington, IL, have continued to grow and expand through Pioneer's worldwide network of partners and suppliers. "We face challenges each day. It's our discipline, commitment and attention to detail that makes us among the best in this industry," said Mr. Minou Hussain, Chairman and CEO of Pioneer Plastics. "Our growing success is the direct reflection of our customers' reward for our hard work," he added. By serving over 270 customers in 16 countries, Pioneer and its divisions, Thermotech and Group Tool, have become one of the top businesses in 2008.

The DiversityBusiness.com Award
This award is a classification that represents the top multicultural small businesses in the U.S., in the technology, manufacturing, food service and professional services sectors. Large organizational buyers throughout the country that do business with culturally diverse, small and women-owned businesses use the list. The list is produced annually by DiversityBusiness.com, the nation's leading B2B Internet portal that links large organizational buyers to multicultural product and service suppliers. The winning companies were honored at a special awards ceremony at DiversityBusiness.com's 9th Annual Multicultural Business Conference on April 29 - May 1, 2009 at the Disney's Contemporary Resort in Orlando, Florida.

Pioneer Plastics' COO, Matt Mahmood said, "We are honored to be recognized and listed among the 2008 Top 500 Multicultural businesses in America and our great state of Minnesota. We are grateful to DiversityBusiness.com for promoting and bringing successful MBE's to the attention of so many great companies. Winning this nationally recognized award is a tremendous honor for our companies and our most valued customers."

About Pioneer Plastics, Inc.
Eagan, Minnesota based Pioneer Plastics, Inc. is a global custom injection molding company specializing in thermoplastic and thermoset products. The company serves a wide variety of manufacturing needs for OEM customers through its operating companies and divisions, which include Thermotech, Inc and Group Tool, Inc. Pioneer serves many industries which include computer, electronics, telecom, defense, aerospace (avionics), automotive components, consumer and home products, defense, heavy and light industrial as well as specialty engineered parts. Global manufacturing includes U.S., Mexico and China with distribution services in ten countries. To learn more, please visit www.pioneerplastic.com and www.thermotech.com.

Contact:
Bonnie Navratil
Marketing & PR
(800) 735-1888

About DiversityBusiness.com
Launched in 1999, DiversityBusiness, with over 46,000 members, is the largest organization of diversity owned businesses throughout the United States that provide goods and services to Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and colleges and universities. DiversityBusiness.com provides research and data collection services, including the Top 50 Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities, Top 500 Diversity Owned Companies in America, and others. Its research has been recognized and published by Forbes Magazine, Business Week and thousands of other print and internet publications. The site has gained national recognition and has won numerous awards for its content and design. It is a leading provider of supplier diversity management tools and has the most widely distributed diversity magazine in the United States. DiversityBusiness.com is produced by Computer Consulting Associates International Inc. (CCAii.com) of Southport, CT, founded in 1980. For more information, please visit: www.diversitybusiness.com.

(PRWEB) May 12, 2009 -- Clean Air America has developed a welding ventilation system that assists metal-product manufacturers reduce plant costs by limiting the need to process hot and cold air used in the plant.

Why waste utility dollars?
The need for welding smoke removal from manual and robotic welding and cutting as well as laser and plasma cutting, and a myriad of other "metal bashing" processes is an ongoing issue. Whether building motor vehicles, construction or farm equipment, or any other of a thousand different parts and assemblies made of metal, manufacturers are now waking up to the significant impact that proper air filtration has on the bottom-line.

Traditionally, facilities that produce smoke or oil mists often collect and exhaust the dirty air to the outside with colossal roof-mounted blowers connected through a maze of ductwork from welding ventilation areas.

"Any dumping of heated or cooled air to the outside is done so at great expense," cautions Fergie Haughton, systems sales manager at Clean Air America, Inc. (Rome, GA), a provider of turnkey, point-of-source air filtration systems for robotic integrators and integrators of laser cutting and plasma cutting tables.

"Whether it's zero or 97 degrees outside, bringing in 'make-up' air at any volume above 50% is very costly," continues Haughton. "Some plants run 80-90% make-up air, and that throws money out the window. We found one new plant with the A/C coils covered with oil and soot from the welding smoke. They were changing filters to the tune of $20-25,000 each month."

Zeroing in on the solution
Rather than taking an expensive shotgun approach by managing air filtration on a plant-wide basis, facility managers are starting to target welding ventilation efforts to only those areas that require them. Benefits to the bottom line can accrue quickly.

Localized control reduces electricity costs
Smoke, dust, oil and other production pollutants are collected and cleaned through modular air filtration systems that often comprise a completely self-contained work center for welding and cutting that includes an adjustable height worktable, shelving, and lighting. No ducting is necessary, and all of the welding ventilation sits directly above the welding area so that zero footprint is taken away from the production floor.

Given the benefits of reduced comfort air costs and more efficient filtering it comes as no surprise that point-of-source concepts continue to grow in popularity if only from a financial standpoint--with a one-year ROI often possible. Additional benefits of maintaining a clean and healthy plant environment ensure that such strategies are here to stay.

For more information, contact Clean Air America, Inc., 7 Superior Blvd., Rome, GA 30161; Phone: 706-291-1700; Fax: 706-291-1747; e-mail: patrick.newell(at)clean-air(dot)com; web site: http://www.clean-air.com

Eau Claire, Wis. (PRWEB) May 12, 2009 -- Non-Dues Revenue Remedy - Do More With Less: Laugh in the Face of Recession and Increase Non-Dues Revenue at the Same Time

* attendance at face-to-face events is down ...
* memberships are dwindling ...
* non-dues revenue from training and continuing education is substantially depleted

An important, new webinar could be just the help associations struggling with non-dues revenue need.

Four association experts with 55+ years of combined professional development experience spill the beans and give deep insights into solving this pressing problem.

Engaging members and increasing non-dues revenue is the topic. And Deirdre Hackett, Kiplinger Washington Editors, Ron Precourt, National Telecommunications Cooperative Association, and Karen Krzmarzick, American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators are the experts who share their insights in this information packed, action oriented 60-minute webinar.

Those who listened to the original call are already implementing. Now, for the first time, association execs can see and hear a playback of this milestone webinar that answers these burning questions:

* How do we keep conference attendance up, and non-dues revenue flowing, when travel budgets are cut?
* How do we battle the loss of members due to unemployment and an inability to contact them?
* How do we increase attendance at webinars to increase non-dues revenue?
* Should we raise pricing on continuing education material to generate additional non-dues revenue?
* How quickly can we set up a webinar?
* How do we capture non-dues revenue lost from poorly attended face-to-face events?

But if you missed the live event and could only listen to 3 minutes and 27 seconds of this webinar, this audio clip highlights the most important part with the greatest insight. This one tactic alone could increase your non-dues revenue by 23 percent.

If you like this, get more tools and resources to engage members and increase non-dues revenue.

Contact:
Oua Xiong, Marketing and Sales Manager
KRM Information Services, Inc.
715.833.5446

Gilbert, AZ (PRWEB) May 12, 2009 -- LP8000 Series Co2 Lasers and complete laser cutting systems from Worldwide Laser

Let the laser system engineers at Worldwide Laser design, build and install the proper laser marking and laser cutting system for your operations.

LP8010 10 watt Co2 lasers in
production during assembly

In background LP2000
Series T.E.A. lasers refurbished

LP8010 10 Watt Co2 laser

LP8000 series power supplies
in final production checks

LP8100 watt 100 Co2 configured for laser cutting

These pictures show part of the laser assembly process at Worldwide Laser for our product line, the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers, which features Co2 laser marking and Co2 laser cutting systems that are ready for installation and integration into existing equipment or assembly lines. The LP8000 series of Co2 laser systems from Worldwide Laser is complete with the laser tube, galvo or fixed beam delivery system head, laser controller software, and a rack mountable power supply. The LP8000 series Co2 laser system power supply has eight standard inputs and outputs including external control signals such as trigger, laser firing, standby, ready, busy, part in place, programmable logic controllers (PLC's), and other laser complete signals to interface with the laser. The power supply can accommodate an additional 8 input and outputs if needed. The power supply accepts voltages from 3 volts to 32 volts and converts the input voltage to 5 volts for the laser interface so most if not all production equipment can interface with the power supply. Several end users have automatic laser marking or laser cutting file selection via the power supply inputs with binary tags allowing for over 2,000 laser files to be stored and chosen automatically without human operator interface.

Give us a call and let us design and install the proper laser system on your production lines. Worldwide Laser has laser installation engineers on staff to work with your parts in our applications lab for verification of the laser marking and laser cutting process and to expertly install and train staff at your facility for running the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers. The LP8000 series of Co2 lasers from Worldwide Laser can be run with computer system attached or without a computer using the Worldwide Laser Zap-Alone feature which allows the laser to fire from a simple click of a button. Contact the laser experts at Worldwide Laser Voice 480.892.8566 option 5 or Fax 480.497.9661 or visit www.wlsc.com.

The LP8050 50 watt Co2 laser system is combined with custom tape feeder and interface software package (picture attached right)

This application (above) features a 50 watt Co2 laser from the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers, the laser is set on a welded frame with 24" x 24" work area table top, the system features a tape handler system designed and built by Worldwide Laser System Division, the feeder system can accommodate different sizes of tape (fabric, labels, metalized tags, etc) which can be indexed under or feed continuously under the laser beam for marking, kiss cutting, or as in the pictured application thru cutting. This LP8050 laser tape cutting system also features a custom user interface software program which allows the operator to schedule of series of jobs for continuous execution without any human interface in the laser job selection process. The system can be enclosed completely in Class I enclosure or in an open beam class IV configuration as required by your factory or company operations.

Let the laser system division of Worldwide Laser design, build, and install a laser system to automate your production process. At Worldwide Laser we know lasers.

This system is an LP8100 100 watt Co2 laser cutting system for cutting thick molded glass filled plastic (picture attached right)

This application (above) is an LP8100 100 watt Co2 laser cutting system for cutting thick molded plastic, the end user was suffering a high rejection rate on products during final inspection as the mechanical punch process for punching holes in a thick molded glass filled plastic product was creating stress cracks. The engineers in the systems division of Worldwide Laser were able to eliminate the production problem and greatly reduce (as in almost eliminate) the rejection of products due to stress cracks. The laser system consists of a 100w Co2 laser coupled with Worldwide Laser Gavlo beam delivery system and laser controller software. The system also included a welded frame, a stand for the laser, and a second welded frame stand for the customer mold. The part is placed on the mold and then laser cut. The system includes a nitrogen gas bottle for cutting assist and a fume debris extraction system to eliminate the debris caused by the laser cutting process.

Let the laser system experts at Worldwide Laser System Division design build and install the correct laser system to help eliminate any production process issues or problems at your facility.
At Worldwide Laser we know lasers.

About Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser headquartered in Gilbert Arizona and founded in July of 1986 builds laser cutting, laser marking, and laser etching systems; types of systems are Co2, YAG, Fiber and UV. Worldwide Laser systems have wavelengths of 9300 and 10600 nm for Co2 1064 nm for YAG 1067 nm for Fiber and 355 nm for UV. Worldwide Laser systems are either galvo head or fixed beam systems. The lasers start at 10 watts up to 500 watts and can cut, mark and etch almost any product.

Worldwide Laser is one of the only remaining manufacturers of T.E.A. mask Co2 series lasers (The LP2000 Series) which can be driven either by spark gaps or thryatrons . In the mask T.E.A. business Worldwide Laser is one of the leading suppliers for new and refurbished parts or beam delivery components for Lumonics Laser Mark Series and also for refurbished Lumonics Laser Mark lasers. Co2 lasers from Worldwide Laser either sealed beam or T.E.A. Co2 can be utilized for high speed high quality laser marking or laser cutting.

Worldwide Laser provides the laser for integration into existing equipment/production lines or can design and build a complete turn key laser system to meet your company requirements.

Worldwide Laser has customers and offices in 12 countries on 3 continents in addition to the United States and a full range of product handling systems with technical support staff and installation engineers.

Worldwide Laser offers custom laser controller software & laser consulting for our Co2, YAG, Fiber, & UV laser systems. For more information about Worldwide Laser call 480.892.8566 option 5 or visit our web site www.wlsc.com or e-mail info(at)wlsc.com

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 12, 2009 -- SF Video, founded in 1990 as video and audiotape duplicators turned pioneers of DVD replication and duplication since 1997, recently lowered their published price list by 15%. This decision was made by company founder and president, Steven Feinberg in response to a difficult economy.

Since dropping prices, SF Video has seen an increase in repeat customers and a sharp increase in gaining new accounts. SF Video attributes much of this to customer satisfaction and word-of-mouth accolades shared as a result of SF Video's positive customer relations management strategies.

"We are always looking for ways to reduce costs and pass on savings to our clients, and this way everybody wins," said Feinberg.

In looking forward, SF Video plans to build upon its successful Blu-ray authoring, mastering and replication business, as well as responding to clients' requests for more green/eco-friendly packaging.
SF Video provides a comprehensive spectrum of DVD replication and duplication service for orders from 1,000 to millions of DVD discs. SF Video was named to the INC 500 list of America's Fastest Growing Companies in 1996. The corporate headquarters is located in San Francisco with facilities in New York, Los Angeles, Florida and Israel.

About SF Video, Inc. - SF Video has been pioneering large volume CD replication and DVD replication since 1997. A unique pricing system, innovative packaging and fulfillment solutions, in a streamlined process ensures on-time delivery, and makes SF Video a one-stop-solution. Personalized customer service and 24/7 manufacturing enables SF Video to deliver the highest quality at the lowest prices.

Orlando, FL (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 12, 2009 -- Aspire Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of sales quoting software solutions for the global small and mid-markets, announced today that QuoteWerks will now be able to access real time product content for Dell products using the QuoteWerks Real Time Module.

Ensuring product descriptions for quoted items are not incomplete or out of date becomes a time consuming chore for many companies. Instead of manually entering the information into their quote, businesses utilize the QuoteWerks' Real Time Module to update product content for their Dell products (plus the over 160 other brands available) automatically. Not only does this feature save an incredible amount of time it also guarantees the information is accurate, thus reducing errors and enabling the company to operate more efficiently.

The real-time product content feature is currently available to new users. Existing customers, who wish to obtain this feature, must download and install Build 43 or later of QuoteWerks 4.0. All users wishing to utilize real-time product content must also sign-up for a free account with ICEcat.biz and have the QuoteWerks Real-time module. To sign-up with ICEcat.biz, users should visit http://icecat.biz/en/menu/register/index.htm. To purchase the QuoteWerks Real-time module users should contact their local QuoteWerks reseller or Aspire Technologies directly.

About Aspire Technologies and QuoteWerks®
Aspire Technologies, the creators of the award winning QuoteWerks® sales quoting software, is the leading provider of sales quoting software with its award winning QuoteWerks® application deployed to thousands of businesses and enterprises worldwide. QuoteWerks® integrates with leading CRM and accounting packages, along with IT distributors D&H®, Ingram Micro®, SYNNEX®, and Tech Data®, enabling businesses in all industries to integrate QuoteWerks® seamlessly into their existing environments. Aspire Technologies is headquartered in Orlando, Florida and is a Microsoft Certified Partner. For more information please visit www.quotewerks.com.

QuoteWerks is a registered trademark of Aspire Technologies, Inc. Other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners.

Hamel, Minn. - The ICR Basic rod-style actuator is the first model in Tolomatic's new SmartActuator series of compact, all-in-one linear actuators (integrated servomotor, drive, controller and actuator) that simplifies motion control for industrial applications. At half the price of other integrated or traditional full servo linear actuator devices, the SmartActuator series is built-to-order and ready to ship in five days from factory order.

"With easy plug-and-play implementation, the SmartActuator series makes traditional electric actuation systems a thing of the past," says Aaron Dietrich, electric product manager, Tolomatic. "When applying traditional electric motion control systems, engineers have to specify each component in the system, often purchasing them from different suppliers, and then assemble and test them to suit their specific application requirements. There are many motion control applications where a SmartActuator series solution can meet performance requirements while saving time, reducing machinery footprints and significantly reducing costs."

Requiring only a DC power source and motion inputs from the host PLC, the ICR Basic SmartActuator unit can be installed as a direct replacement for pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders in a wide variety of packaging, material handling, machine tool and general industrial automation applications. Force and speed control are fully adjustable via potentiometers using a standard screwdriver.

The ICR Basic SmartActuator model operates on either 24 VDC or 48 VDC. Extend and retract movements are triggered by digital signal inputs from the host PLC - often the same signals used for pneumatic cylinder motion control systems. Unlike pneumatic cylinders, ICR Basic units are also capable of mid-stroke positioning by removing the extend/retract signal from the PLC. Once the signal is removed, the actuator will stop and hold its position until it receives the next motion signal.

The ICR Basic actuator is stroke-configurable and provides 100 percent duty cycle durability for low to medium force applications. Maximum stroke length is 24 inches. Two screws can be selected providing up 80 pounds continuous force (150 pounds peak) for speeds up to 23 inches per second, or up to 200 pounds continuous force (400 pounds peak) for speeds up to 9 inches per second.

For more than 50 years, Tolomatic has been a leading supplier of electric linear actuators, pneumatic actuators and power transmission products for factory automation. Its extensive product line also includes servo-driven high-thrust actuators, servo and stepper motors, stepper drives and configured linear-motion systems. Tolomatic's electric linear and pneumatic actuators are used in a variety of industries, including the packaging, material handling, medical, food processing, automotive, semiconductor and general automation industries. For more information about the new line of ICR Basic SmartActuators, contact Tolomatic, 3800 County Road 116, Hamel, MN. Phone: 763-478-8000 or
1-800-328-2174. Web site: www.tolomatic.com.