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inXitu’s Cost Effective XRD/XRF Now Available for Aluminum Smelting "Bath Ratio" Analysis
Following the introduction of BTX in mid 2009, inXitu now offers a tailored version, creating the world’s most cost effective XRD/XRF analysis tool for the smelting industry. - February 11, 2010 - inXitu
Casey Container Corp. (SWDE-OTCBB) Acquires Rights to New EcoPure™ Technology, Offers Biodegradable Plastic Containers to Food, Beverage, Pharma Industries
Casey Container Corp. announces name change from Sawadee Ventures, Inc, and adds three new board members to open its first U.S. plant in 2010. - February 11, 2010 - Casey Container Corp.
New Industrial Material Handling Equipment Marketplace from IndustrialCOOP.com
Forklifts, conveyors, dollies and other material handling products added to the co-op industrial directory. - February 11, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Golf Gators Improves Comfort and Ergonomics with 2010 Spackler Line of Golf Flip Flops
“World’s First Golf Flop” more comfortable than ever. Golf Gators, the ultra casual golf shoe company, recently unveiled its 2010 line of the world’s first flip flop with Champs Stinger golf spikes to rave reviews at this year's PGA Merchandise expo in Orlando, FL. - February 10, 2010 - Golf Gators LLC
Softwood Sawlog Prices in Brazil in 4Q/09 Were Down 11% from Their Peak in 2008 Because of Weak Export Lumber Markets, Reports Wood Resource Quarterly
Lumber exports from Brazil have fallen 45% in two years, resulting in reduced demand for sawlogs and lower log prices. In the 4Q/09, pine sawlog prices were down 11% from their peak in 2008, but were still over 300% higher than six years ago, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly - February 10, 2010 - Wood Resources International LLC
MFGmatch.net Debuts Its Lifting Magnet and Permanent Magnets Buying Guide
Manufacturers of magnets and magnetic equipment featured on the Web's leading custom manufacturing portal. - February 10, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
Radiant Technologies Acquires Clifton Gunderson’s Dynamics NAV Practice
Radiant Technologies, a San Diego based global provider of ERP software, today announced the acquisition of Clifton Gunderson’s Microsoft Dynamics NAV practice. Clifton Gunderson is the 14th largest CPA firm in the USA with more than 1,800 employees. Microsoft Dynamics NAV has formerly been... - February 08, 2010 - Radiant Technologies
Eurotique Launches Wholesale Corset Line
Eurotique has returned to manufacturing with their corset line. Made with steel boning and busks, the corsets are classically designed, available in a large variety of colors and fabrics and are available in sizes from xs to 5x. - February 06, 2010 - Eurotique
New Online Tool – GemFind’s Ring Builder - Helps Jewelry Retailers, Diamond Dealers and Ring Manufacturers, Increase Sales
GemFind has launched a new online tool for jewelry retailers, diamond dealers and ring manufacturers called Ring Builder™ that can be fully customized and seamlessly integrated into any retailers’ website. It allows jewelers or ring manufacturers to upload engagement ring mountings and ring settings online, while customers can choose from loose diamonds in a virtual inventory to design their own engagement rings. - February 06, 2010 - GemFind
Machine Tool Buying Guide Increases Offerings to Hundreds of Used Machine Tools
Online B to B marketplace announces the launch of its metal and plastic manufacturing machinery directory and buying guide. - February 06, 2010 - IndustrialLeaders.com
V-Soft, Inc. Launches VPRMS, V-Soft Product Recall Management Software
V-Soft, Inc. the leading provider of CRM software and services announced today the launch of a recall management software solution for manufacturers and distributors. During the course of business, companies sometimes have the need to recall their products for a variety of reasons. Having to... - February 06, 2010 - V-Soft, Inc.
Raymond Baker, Founder of NewAge(R) Industries, Remembered
NewAge Industries announces the passing of Raymond E. Baker, its founder. Baker started the company in 1954. He imported hardness testing equipment and PVC hose from Europe and grew the company into a multi-million dollar business. Today NewAge is owned by his son Ken and concentrates on plastic tubing and hose, fittings and clamps, and, with its AdvantaPure(R) product line, solutions for high purity fluid processing. - February 06, 2010 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
CMT's Eco-Titan Poles Testing Scheduled for ENA Fire Standards at Western Fire Center to Meet Australian Fire Requirements
CMTW’s Eco-Titan Utility Distribution Pole is initiating the ENA pole fire test method at the Western Fire Center in Kelso WA. The large scale testing was developed in accordance with Australian Standard (AS) 1530.8.1 to replicate bushfire events where poles are exposed to contact with flame from the fire front as well as flame from adjacent burning vegetation. Fire testing is done following the ASTM D2898 accelerated aging tests. The Eco-Titan is an eco-friendly low carbon footprint pole. - February 05, 2010 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
inXitu Introduces “BTX-II” the Next Generation in X-ray Diffraction Analysis
“BTX-II” a new bench top XRD/XRF instrument for quality control, education, forensic/hazardous materials, and research applications. - February 05, 2010 - inXitu
Wolverine Machine and U of M Solar Car Presented at NAIAS
The University of Michigan’s Solar Car Team is gearing up for this summer’s American Solar Challenge, a 7-day solar car race from Tulsa to Chicago to be held in late June this year. The U of M team has high hopes for this race as they are 5 time champions. U of M’s 2009 solar car,... - February 05, 2010 - Wolverine Machine Products
Chick Packaging Produces Custom-Built Transport Containers for FedEx Express for Giant Pandas Journey to China
Chick Companies, Inc., a leading global provider of packaging and manufacturing logistics solutions, has produced custom-built transport containers for FedEx Express to transport two giant pandas from the United States to China. Working in conjunction with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in... - February 04, 2010 - Nefab Packaging, Inc.
ASER Announces “Best of” Award Winners
The AVID Soccer Equipment Review (ASER) has announced the winners for Coolest Lifestyle Product, Best Boot, Best Ball, Best Kit and Innovative Product. - February 04, 2010 - AVID Soccer Equipment Review
Laboratory Testing Inc. Promotes Two to Supervisor
Laboratory Testing Inc. promotes two to Accounting and Shipping/Receiving Supervisors at the materials testing, nondestructive testing, calibration and specimen machining company. - February 04, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Nutricap Labs Lends a Helping Hand to Haiti by Partnering with The American Red Cross
Nutricap Labs, a leading provider of nutraceutical services such as contract manufacturing, packaging, labeling and order fulfillment, is partnering with The American Red Cross and donating $10,000 toward the organization’s Haiti Relief Effort. - February 03, 2010 - Nutricap Labs
Customer Service Supervisor Joins Laboratory Testing Inc.
Laboratory Testing Inc. has added a Customer Service Supervisor to the sales team overseeing all materials testing, nondestructive testing, calibration and machining services. - February 03, 2010 - Laboratory Testing Inc.
Looking for a Complete Protection Solution
Ronco innovates yet again by introducing Ronco Gown, a complete protection solution that combined aprons and sleeves. - February 02, 2010 - RONCO
PLS Can do More so Customers Can Save More
PLS has increased the relamping capabilities to meet heightened customer demand for a multitude of projector models. - February 02, 2010 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC
Mango Madness Skin Care Introduces New Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
Mango Madness Skin Care Introduces a New Rose Hip Seed Oil Cleanser for Dry, Mature, and Sensitive Skin, - February 01, 2010 - Mango Madness Skin Care
Thompson Pump Promotes Rotary Wellpoint Pump for 2010 NASTT No-Dig Trade
Thompson Pump features rotary wellpoint pump in 8 and 12 inch models, handling 1,750 and 3,000 gallons per minute (GPM), respectively. The maximum head is 50-feet. The pumps feature abrasion and corrosion resistant wetted components at the pump end and seal, which increase pump life span and reduce operational costs. The rotors are heavy duty steel, with polyurethane coating, while the rotor housing and bearing housings are cast aluminum. - January 31, 2010 - Thompson Pump
Groth Corporation Announces Appointment of New Director of Operations
Groth Corporation announces the appointment of Mitchell Anderson to the position of Director of Operations effective January 25, 2010. He will be reporting directly to the President of Groth Corporation and Continental Disc Corporation, Dave Brown. A graduate of Texas A&M University, Anderson... - January 30, 2010 - Continental Disc Corporation
Offshore Group Client Company Receives ISO 9001:2008 Approval
C&M de Mexico earns international quality certification. - January 30, 2010 - The Offshore Group
Universal Valve Announces Sales Representative of the Year for 2009
Universal Valve recently announced their representative of 2009 to be Hockman-Lewis Limited. Hockman-Lewis was recognized to be a top performer in sales in the international market by Universal Valve. - January 29, 2010 - Universal Valve Co.
International Pearl Design Competition 2010-2011
The Cultured Pearl Association of America, Inc. a non profit member based Association announces its first International Pearl Design Competition. - January 28, 2010 - CPAA
TRUE Z5.4 Treadmill Named “Top Pick” by Runners World Magazine
TRUE Fitness, manufacturers of high quality exercise equipment is named "top pick" by Runners World Magazine. TRUE Fitness treadmills are known for their legendary quality and are favored by serious runners. - January 28, 2010 - True Fitness
AdTel International Offers Free Emergency Toyota Recall Relief Service to All Toyota Franchised Dealerships
AdTel International, parent company of TRI, is offering an Emergency Toyota Recall Relief Service to All Toyota Franchised Dealerships. The offer is to assist Toyota Dealerships their customers. - January 28, 2010 - Advocate USA LLC
OHL Inks Huge Lease in North Carolina
Global 3PL opens new state of the art distribution operation in Statesville. - January 28, 2010 - ProVenture
ADI’s Swan-Matic Division Expands Product Line
ADI's Swan-Matic Division offers capping solutions for a variety of industries. - January 28, 2010 - Automation Devices, Inc.
Italian Watch Phenomenon IO?ION! Launches in North America
Hailed by Hollywood’s finest and chic-loving recessionistas alike, the original ionic silicon watch debuts in the United States with its best-seller IOION Classic. - January 27, 2010 - LYB Productions
Precision Mechanical Parts Manufacturer, Rino Mechanical Announces Blanket Order Assurance Program
Precision parts manufacturer announces Blanket Order Assurance Program. Both standard and custom precision mechanical parts can be purchased under the Blanket Order Assurance Program. - January 27, 2010 - Rino Mechanical Components Inc.
New Product Release "Stick NFlip™" The Self Stick, Flip-Open, DVD, Video Game Case Binder and Organizer
Safe Environmental Alternatives, the distributors of Plumbaway™ the 1 second Drain Opener, today introduced the Stick NFlip™ that allows the consumer to self stick, browse, organize, binde 5 DVD & Game cases. - January 26, 2010 - Safe Environmental Alternatives Inc.
Atlas Copco Expander Generators Producing Geothermal Power at Enel Stillwater and Salt Wells Plants in Nevada
Atlas Copco Gas and Process expander generators in Nevada are fully commissioned and capable of producing enough energy to power a medium-sized city. The six turboexpanders are installed in the Enel Green Power’s Stillwater and Salt Wells geothermal power plants near Fallon, Nevada. The two... - January 26, 2010 - Atlas Copco Mafi-Trench Company
Ohana Modular Homes Launches New Website
Website Provides Detail Regarding Affordable Housing Solutions - January 25, 2010 - Blue Planet Studio
Capture More Customers by Validating Your Resistance Welding Process
microJoining Solutions newly published article on resistance welding validation offers manufacturers a tool to capture more customers in our down economy by improving and assuring their product quality when using resistance welding. This newly published article is available on the company website. microJoining Solutions offers laser and resistance welding process development, optimization, verification, and validation consulting services to manufacturers making high reliability products. - January 25, 2010 - microJoining Solutions
Test System Ensures that SERCOS III Slave Implementations from Different Manufacturers are Interoperable
The SERCOS III Slave Conformizer is a new, powerful test tool for slave devices on the SERCOS III Ethernet-based automation bus. It ensures that SERCOS III slave implementations from different manufacturers are compatible and interoperable. The certification test software is available to... - January 25, 2010 - SERCOS North America
WinCup® Announces Tolleson Expansion
New WinCup Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Stone Mountain, Georgia, today announced an expansion of its manufacturing facility in Tolleson, Arizona. This $7.1 million investment is expected to generate 50 new jobs over the next year. - January 23, 2010 - New Wincup Holdings, Inc.
Edward Huff, Multimedia Director for VIBCO Vibrators, Has Photograph Selected for Inclusion in Prestigious Underground Construction Association Calendar
Edward Huff’s photo at the Eastside Access Project has been selected to be in the Underground Construction Association Calendar. Ed is the multimedia director at Vibco and is really enjoying what he does. - January 23, 2010 - VIBCO Vibrators
2L inc’s PRO 3 Engraving Software Program for Producing 2D Data Matrix Barcodes is Now Available
2L inc’s PRO 3 Engraving Software Program for producing 2D Data Matrix Barcodes with Standard CNC Machines is available. - January 23, 2010 - 2L inc.
Razorleaf Joins Aras Partner Program
Independent PLM Consulting Services Provider Offers Extensive PLM Implementation Expertise to Companies Deploying Enterprise Open Source PLM Software from Aras. - January 23, 2010 - Aras Corporation
Thompson Pump Supports Haiti Relief Efforts
Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Co., Inc., a full-service manufacturer and provider of pumps, pumping equipment and engineering expertise, is aiding disaster relief efforts in Haiti with company-wide monetary donations and supplies. - January 22, 2010 - Thompson Pump
Corporate Traffic Closes Out 2009 with a 32% Increase in Shipment Volumes
Corporate Traffic Inc., a third party logistics provider headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida proudly finished out 2009 with a 32% higher shipment volume than that of the previous year. Corporate Traffic supported this boost in new business by adding 30% more equipment to their asset based... - January 22, 2010 - Corporate Traffic
Karl Wadensten, President of VIBCO Vibrators, Featured Guest on KBZNZ Business Genies
Karl Wadensten, President of VIBCO Vibrators, was the featured guest on KBZNZ’s Business Genies (www.kbznz.com), hosted by Max Gregorich, on Friday, January 15, 2010 at 3:00pm (eastern). A podcast of the show is available at http://www.vibco.com/content/news-wadensten-business-genies.php As... - January 22, 2010 - VIBCO Vibrators
The Merchandise Company and The Rad Girls Join Forces
The Merchandise Company has entered into a long term contract with The Rad Girls and will launch an all new Rad Girls fashion line in early 2010. The new Rad Girls fashion line will premier at The Roxy in Hollywood on January 27th as part of the celebration for the February 9th release of Rad... - January 21, 2010 - The Merchandise Company
Gates Draftguard™ Anti-Rotation Device Named Finalist in 2009 ‘Product of the Year’ Competition
Gates Draftguard™ anti-rotation device was among the most innovative power transmission products of 2009 according to Plant Engineering magazine. As a finalist in their annual Product of the Year competition, Draftguard™ is now eligible to become a winner in the Power Transmission... - January 21, 2010 - Gates Corporation
Thompson Pump Exhibiting at Pumper Show
The Thompson Pump 4JSCM Enviroprime® Pump will be featured at The Pumper & Cleaner trade show in Louisville, KY February 25-27 at booth #8139. The 4JSCM is a 4” automatic priming centrifugal pump that provides flows of up to 1,450 gallons per minute and heads up to 130 feet. The pump... - January 21, 2010 - Thompson Pump
US Company Acquires Salt Plants; Plans to Market Facilities Globally
An international company that specializes in buying and selling used process plants worldwide has acquired (3) Complete Salt Plants. These plants are available for immediate delivery; offering a tremendous cost and lead time savings versus a new equipment lead time of up to 18 months. - January 20, 2010 - International Process Plants