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New Company Providing Paint Services for Manufacturers Hosts Open House Showcasing Highly Automated Line in Cheney, Kansas
Albers Finishing & Solutions provides liquid paint services to regional and national customers. the liquid paint line is capable of painting 2,000 to 3,000 parts per day and features an automated conveyor that moves load bars forward and reverse or even stops them independently of the other load bars, a three-stage wash, dry off oven, two paint booths with Fanuc robots applying liquid primer and paint, a dual-lane energy-efficient cure oven and a load-assist lifter. - February 02, 2016 - Kasa Companies
Record-Breaking Number of Nominations Set Competition for NAFA’s 2016 FLEXY Awards
Nominations break "personal best" numbers for awards to be presented in April 2016. - January 29, 2016 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Donlen Named as Finalist in Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions was named a Finalist today in the Customer Service Management Team of the Year category in recognition of their Customer Experience Team including Donlen’s... - January 27, 2016 - Donlen
Retinal Consultants of Arizona Announces New North Phoenix Location; Adds Second Airplane to Clinical Practice
Retinal Consultants of Arizona (RCA) – one of the nation’s leading Retina & Vitreous clinical research and patient treatment facilities – today announced it has purchased a 35,000 square foot building in North Phoenix to become the latest expansion of its clinical practice and... - January 21, 2016 - Retinal Consultants of Arizona
Local Moving Leads Helps Residential and Commercial Movers Find High-Quality Leads
Local Moving Leads (localmovingleads.com) has announced a line of “small business” lead generation providers, which provides support for newer moving companies, or those who may not have the large marketing budget of their competitors. - January 21, 2016 - Local Moving Leads
MEDC Works to Boost Boston Commuter Bus Ridership
City Shuttle from Marlborough to four downtown Boston locations costs $6 with free parking and WiFi. - January 18, 2016 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation
Coyle Supply Announces New Kansas City, Kansas Location
The branch is strategically located to serve industrial process customers and will stock malleable stainless steel, forged steel, PVC and CPVC materials. - January 15, 2016 - KTLLC Communications
Prefabricated Bridge Units Used for MassDOT Memorial Avenue Rotary Bridge Replacement Project
80 foot-long prefabricated bridge units used for Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Memorial Avenue Rotary Overpass Replacement Project - January 15, 2016 - Oldcastle Precast, Inc
Citilabs Partners with AirSage to Launch Traffic Insights Solution
Using Streetlytics, businesses will better understand target audiences, make more informed decisions, optimize marketing, and grow revenue. - January 14, 2016 - Citilabs
InterCore Reduces Costs, Continues to Advance DADS Development
InterCore announced that development of its core DADS™ (Driver Alertness Detection System™) product has continued to advance, despite non-product challenges faced during 2015. - January 12, 2016 - InterCore, Inc.
Urban Engines and Citilabs Partner to Improve Urban Mobility
Today at the 95th Annual Meeting of the National Academy of Sciences' Transportation Research Board (TRB), Urban Engines and Citilabs announced a strategic partnership connecting Citilabs’ Cube Transportation Modeling system to Urban Engines’ mapping, visualization, reporting and... - January 11, 2016 - Citilabs
AT&S Shows Growth with Revenue Up 76%
American Trailer and Storage (“AT&S”, www.ATandSonline.com) closed out 2015 with exceptional growth and success. When compared to 2014, AT&S revenues are up 76%. In addition to the growth in revenue, AT&S acquired Arch Trailer Sales, Inc. and added personnel to their Midwest... - January 09, 2016 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Peter J. Bond Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Peter J. Bond of Quincy, Illinois was recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of transportation. About Peter J. Bond Mr. Bond has over 10 years experience in the transportation... - January 07, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Direct Technology Welcomes Davood Ghods, VP of Government Practice
California technology leader joins global IT consulting firm. - January 04, 2016 - Launch Consulting Group
New Book by Author Rodney Bartlett Proposes Plausible Insights Into the Universe and Life, Science and Religion
This new book by publishing company Lulu (available from http://www.lulu.com/shop/rodney-bartlett/future-science-does-the-time-warp/hardcover/product-22491492.html) was written by an average citizen, who believes these thoughts relating to future ideas have always existed (though, since he also believes physics' Unification appears to connect every point and time in the Cosmos, obviously not on early 21st-century Earth in every case). - December 31, 2015 - Rodney Bartlett
Donlen Offers 6 Reasons to Lease Fleet Vehicles in Lease Versus Reimbursement White Paper
Donlen, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hertz Corporation (NYSE:HTZ), released today its latest whitepaper “Lease Versus Reimbursement,” offering six reasons why fleet managers should choose leasing over reimbursement. “Fleet managers need to decide which fleet practices are... - December 28, 2015 - Donlen
Ainsworth Trailer Repair Expands Focus of Trailer Repair Services to Include Any Trailer
Ainsworth Trailer Repair of Denver, Colorado announced an anticipated formal expansion into light trailer servicing and repair to compliment the industry leading semi trailer repair business they have already established over the past two decades. Underscoring their commitment to the traditionally... - December 24, 2015 - Ainsworth Trailer Repair Inc.
The “Am I Going Down?” iPhone App is Now Available for Free
The hugely popular app, which shows just how rare air crashes are, can now be downloaded free for the first time from the Apple App Store. - December 22, 2015 - Vanilla Pixel
New App Makes Shipping from Shopify Online Stores Easy for Business Owners
Two important factors have come together to bring about a new app from Flagship™ Courier Solutions: their driving force towards innovation and their dedication to making shipping easier for small and medium business owners. “Online transactions are such an important part of how many... - December 19, 2015 - FlagShip
Scottsdale Car Service Can Get You to and from the College Football Playoff National Championship
Scottsdale Car Service suggests different types of transportation for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game at University of Phoenix Stadium 2016 - December 19, 2015 - Scottsdale Car Service
Donlen Named as One of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, has been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) as one of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®. For the... - December 18, 2015 - Donlen
JFC & Associates Appoints David Mass as Sr. Consultant
John Connell, CEO of JFC & Associates appoints Mr. David Mass as Sr. Consultant. JFC & Associates has been in the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) business since 2001, providing value to their EAM clients. JFC has also been an IBM Business Partner since 2005. With the main office in Boston, today JFC is regarded as one of the pre-eminent services corporations within the EAM Service discipline. - December 10, 2015 - JFC & Associates
NAFA’s EFMS Seminar Touts Powerful All-New Format and Features
All-new edition of Association's seminar focuses on 11 essential elements of fleet. - December 05, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
MSC Announces New Partner in California
Manufacturing Systems Corp., a leading developer of Supply Chain Execution software for manufacturers and distributors, today announced that the firm has entered a strategic partnership with California based Santa Clarita Consultants, a leading consultancy of advanced business systems. Santa... - December 03, 2015 - Manufacturing Systems Corp
LOGISTRICS Announces Launch of Touriss the Destination Transportation Mobile App for Tourists
Pre-Book Your Airport Transfer & Local Excursions in the Caribbean Track your ride upon arrival using Touriss App. Little Services Gateway Inc., operating as Logistrics is delighted to announce the launch of Touriss, the tourist destination transportation booking app. Customers can pre-book... - December 02, 2015 - Little Services Gateway Inc
New Horizons of RFID and Barcode Integration in the Air Industry
The integration of RFID and barcode technologies was presented and discussed at the conference held on November 26, 2015 at the Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow, Russia. - December 02, 2015 - Longest Chance
Austin Choice Limo Service Offers for the Upcoming Festivals & Events in Austin
Austin is one of the best cities to live in, as it is the capital of Texas. It has various restaurants, shopping places, music and many more things. In Austin you’ll find either events or festivals every month. Here are some of the upcoming festivals and events list: Renegade Craft Fair:... - November 29, 2015 - Austin Choice Executive Sedan & Limo
Donna Setaro Brings Her Message “Slow Down, Move Over, It Is The Law” to NAFA’s Institute & Expo
Move-Over Law advocate to bring powerful and tragic presentation to conference. - November 25, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Donlen Selected as Fleet Provider for Interstate Batteries' Street-Legal Camry Event
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, has been selected as the official fleet management partner supplying leasing and management services to Interstate Batteries. Interstate Batteries came to Donlen... - November 20, 2015 - Donlen
Sedan and Limo Service in Orlando Uses Mobile Online Marketing to Better Reach Prospective Riders
When Orlando-area visitors, residents, and businesses search online, they will now have improved desktop and mobile access to professional transportation and chauffeur services. Noble Transportation & Limousines is announcing their new partnership with the online marketers at Prospect Genius. - November 20, 2015 - Prospect Genius
QRyde is Proud to Announce Its "Provider Dialogue Series"
A series of seminars for transportation providers lead by industry experts designed to educate, inform, and inspire. - November 20, 2015 - QRyde Corporation
Most Advanced Electrically Operated Aircraft Tug with Ergonomic Cabin, Joy-Stick Control and 100% Hands-Off Nose Gear Soft Coupling Now Available in the US
TNA - Aviation Technologies unveils World’s first Electric Towbarless Aircraft Tug Vehicle with Cabin and failsafe automated Loading and Unloading Technology, unmatched in its Simplicity and Safety. Models range from 35,000 up to 220,000 lbs. MTOW, setting a new Strandard in the Airport Ground Handling Industry. - November 19, 2015 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
New Glarus Motors Gives Back to the Local Community
New Glarus Motors, LLC, a privately owned and operated Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM dealership, located in New Glarus, Wisconsin, has partnered with the New Glarus Police Department (NGPD) to support keeping the community safe. The NGPD took delivery on a 2015 Dodge Charger in October. Sergeant... - November 19, 2015 - Badger Truck Center
Semi-Autonomous Robotic Aircraft Tug Generates Up to 40% More Hangar Space
World’s only aviation tow vehicle that can turn an aircraft 360 Degrees on the spot without turning the airplanes nose gear is utilizing unused hard to reach areas that are not accessible with conventional Aircraft Tow Tugs. A new generation of towbarless ground handling equipment. - November 17, 2015 - TNA - Aviation Technologies
New Glarus Motors Welcomes Justin Germann as New Service and Parts Manager
New Glarus Motors, LLC a privately owned and operated Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM dealership located in New Glarus, Wisconsin, is expanding its local team to include a new Service and Parts Manager. Justin Germann has an extensive background working with automotive customers and over 10 years... - November 13, 2015 - Badger Truck Center
Taxi Service in Harrisburg Joins with Online Marketing Specialists to Maximize Mobile Web Presence
Local Harrisburg-area taxi service Keystone Cab has joined up with the online marketers at Prospect Genius to ensure area passengers have easy access to their friendly, punctual cab company. - November 12, 2015 - Prospect Genius
Infrasense Completes Infrared Scanning of 11 Bridge Decks in Michigan
Infrasense recently completed high-speed infrared thermography scanning of 11 bridge decks for the Michigan DOT. The infrared and video data collected for each of the 11 decks was analyzed to quantify and map overlay debonding, rebar-level delamination, patching, and spalling. - November 12, 2015 - Infrasense, Inc.
San Francisco Bay Area Company LiMOFLY Slashes Ride Sharing Costs
LiMOFLY is a new ride sharing app in San Francisco Bay area. - November 11, 2015 - LiMOFLY
PODS® to Move Toys for One of the Biggest Charities in the U.S.
Moving and storage leader PODS, set to donate for a sixth year to help the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. - November 04, 2015 - PODS
ShippingSidekick.com Introduces an Easier, Cheaper Way to Ship International
Multiple Carriers, Instant Discount Rates & Free Package Pickup at Your Home or Office - November 04, 2015 - Webplus, Inc.
AT&S Acquires Arch Trailer Sales, Inc.
American Trailer and Storage (“AT&S”, www.ATandSonline.com) headquartered in Kansas City, with locations in St. Louis and Omaha has announced the acquisition of Arch Trailer Sales, Inc. of St. Louis. The purchase will better serve the needs of AT&S and Arch Trailer Sales... - November 04, 2015 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Online CAFM® Boot Camp Breaks Barriers Between Students and Training
Fleet association's new program to facilitate higher education for fleet professionals. - October 30, 2015 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Cameron W. Dauer Named 2015 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Cameron W. Dauer, of Weatherford, Texas, has recently been recognized as a 2015 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Commercial Transportation. - October 29, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
TPConnects’ First Airline Customer Now Live with IATA NDC with the Latest Publication of the NDC Standard
The aggregator and booking tool with NDC standard will change the way air travel is retailed by giving travel agents the capability to access features and options typically available only through airline websites. - October 29, 2015 - TPConnects
Seginus Inc. is Pleased to Introduce 23088-1340EH & 23088-1342EH Bearing Shields
Seginus Inc. has released the following FAA PMA replacement parts to aid in your cost reduction programs when maintaining your Goodrich starter generators. - October 23, 2015 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Seginus Inc. is Pleased to Introduce 439009071EH Heater Element Kit
Seginus Inc. has released the following FAA PMA replacement parts to aid in your cost reduction programs when maintaining your B/E Water Heaters. - October 23, 2015 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Seginus Inc. is Pleased to Introduce 9920-020000-01EH & 9135-000000-05AEH Sealing Shaft and Plunger Assemblies
Seginus Inc. has released the following FAA PMA replacement parts to aid in your cost reduction programs when maintaining your Water Valve Assemblies. - October 23, 2015 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Environmental Resource Center Releases 2016 Calendar of Environmental Deadlines
Environmental, health, safety, and transportation consulting firm Environmental Resource Center announced the release of its compliance calendar for the coming year. - October 20, 2015 - Environmental Resource Center
Seginus Inc. Releasing New PMA Lining P714154-1EH
Seginus Inc., a leading manufacturer of FAA PMA replacement aircraft parts announced today the approval of their latest PMA parts covering several aircraft and various applications. This is the fifth release of PMA approved parts for 2015. - October 19, 2015 - Seginus Aerospace LLC
Seginus Inc. New Product Release: Lock Washer
Seginus Inc. has released the following FAA PMA replacement parts to aid in your cost reduction programs when maintaining your Cooling Fan Assemblies: Lock Washer P723526EH - October 19, 2015 - Seginus Aerospace LLC