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System Sensor i³ Smoke Detectors Receive ETL Listing

Intertek’s ETL Listed Mark Provides Manufacturers Greater Service, Flexibility and Cost-Efficiency. - July 11, 2009 - Intertek

Anchor Plastics Sees Bright Future

Minnesota-based injection molding company Anchor Plastics sees bright future in a poor economy and troubled market. - July 11, 2009 - Anchor Plastics, Inc.

NewAge(R) Industries Honored as Finalist in The Wall Street Journal(R)’s “Top Small Workplaces” Annual Recognition Program

Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries has been selected as one of 35 finalists in the 2009 Top Small Workplaces competition sponsored by The Wall Street Journal and Winning Workplaces. The annual recognition program highlights the best small companies based on several factors. Several companies will be chosen as the 2009 Top Small Workplaces and will be featured in a Wall Street Journal Report on Small Business in the publication’s September 28, 2009, edition. - July 11, 2009 - NewAge Industries, Inc.

Offshore Group to Host Two Manufacturing in Mexico Events

Manufacturing executives will have the opportunity to learn how to initiate low-cost manufacturing operations in Mexico during two industry conferences scheduled for October 2009. - July 10, 2009 - The Offshore Group

New PEPI® Thermal Protectors Combine High Value with Small Size

Portage Electric Products, Inc., manufacturer of a diverse line of PEPI® ultra-small thermal controls, has introduced a new series of small footprint / high value snap action thermal protectors. The Model 11MP Series thermal protector offers the versatility PEPI® customers have become... - July 10, 2009 - Portage Electric

National Instruments Announces USB Device and Sensor Suite for Sound and Vibration Applications

New Products Provide a Complete Sound and Vibration Stimulus Response System from a Single Vendor. - July 09, 2009 - National Instruments

New Machine Automation and Control Marketplace Introduced by IndustrialSAVER

The manufacturing marketplace IndustrialSAVER has launched a new automation machines and equipment marketplace for companies worldwide - July 09, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

New Swivel Mount Bracket for LED Signs

Signal-Tech introduces a new Swivel Mount Bracket for LED signs, which optimizes the position of the LED sign, improving the sign readability distance. The Swivel Mount Bracket creates more options and possibilities for mounting signs on sloped or angles surfaces. It can be adjusted up to a 45-degree of pitch and can mount to most surfaces. - July 09, 2009 - Signal Technologies, Inc.

IndustrialPR.net Launches Custom News Feed Covering Today's Manufacturing Headlines

The manufacturing and engineers news portal IndustrialPR.net debuts its manufacturing headlines news feed covering local, national and international markets - July 08, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

New Amsterdam Plein and Pavilion to be Delivered by the Kenneth Clark Company

Gift from the Government of Netherlands to the City of New York to be delivered by the Kenneth Clark Company. - July 06, 2009 - Kenneth Clark Company, Inc.

Cooling Technology Institute Announces Availability of Updated Standards

The Cooling Technology Institute (CTI) announces the immediate availability of three updated standards for evaporative heat rejection equipment. Standard 111, Gear Speed Reducers, revised February 2009, establishes the minimum recommended rating practice and operating considerations for gear speed... - July 04, 2009 - Cooling Technology Institute

New Handheld Portable Indicating Instrument Connects to Any Sensor with Electrical Signal Output

Clark Solutions’ ALMEMO AMR MA2490 Portable Indicating Instrument is a great tool for displaying almost any kind of sensor output. - July 03, 2009 - Clark Solutions

Clark Ultrasonic Flow Transmitters Feature Optional Temperature Output

Clark Solutions CSLFC and CSLFB Ultrasonic Flow Transmitters are ideal for measuring flow in most clean liquids and many liquids with entrained solids. Now available with Optional Three-Wire RTD Temperature Output, these instruments are particularly suited to monitoring flow rates of chilled or heated water for control or as part of a green technology program as well as in municipal, process, and industrial systems. - July 03, 2009 - Clark Solutions

Clark's 692 Series Differential Pressure Transmitters Ideal for Monitoring Pumps and Pressure Drops in Process and HVAC Systems

692 Series Differential Pressure Transmitters feature high resistance to extreme temperature, no mechanical aging or creepage, compatibility with aggressive liquids and gases, and have an attractive price to performance ratio. - July 03, 2009 - Clark Solutions

Proceco Acquires MP Tech Blasting Technologies from Deloitte & Touche Inc.

Proceco Ltd. acquired certain blasting technology assets from the Receiver and Trustee in bankruptcy of Metal Processing Technologies of Cambridge, Ontario. Replacement parts for existing MP Tech equipment are available through Proceco’s Customer Service Department. Proceco will develop further the patented Slurry Blast technology, an ultimate metal surface finishing process designed to degrease, blast clean, shot peen and rust inhibit in one system. - July 03, 2009 - Proceco Ltd.

New Directory of Industrial and Standard Abrasives Debuts on ArriveNEWS.com

ArriveNEWS includes new offerings for industrial abrasives used in metalworking, woodworking and other applications - July 03, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Laboratory Testing Inc. Renews A2LA Accreditation for Calibration & Dimensional Testing

The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) has renewed accreditation for calibration services and dimensional testing at Laboratory Testing Inc. The accreditation is valid through March 31, 2011. - July 03, 2009 - Laboratory Testing Inc.

MFGmatch.net to Help Machine Shops Find Customers, Free

MFGmatch.net will now provide machine shops and contract manufacturers the opportunity to connect with engineers, plant managers, product designers and other buyers of custom manufacturing services free-of-charge. - July 02, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

E-Switch Announces New Illuminated Tactile Switch

E-Switch’s Latest Tact Switch is Illuminated with Many Cap Options - July 02, 2009 - E-Switch, Inc.

Continental Disc Corporation Launches a New Switchgear Overpressure Bursting Disc

Continental Disc Corporation has introduced a new rupture disc assembly for use within switchgear housings. - July 02, 2009 - Continental Disc Corporation

Vitakem - Ushering in the New Era of Contract Supplements Manufacturing

June 29, 2009 – Vitakem, the premier contract supplement manufacturing company has taken quantum leap in nutraceutical technology and manufacturing. Offering high quality GMP certified supplement and vitamin manufacturing solutions since 2003; Vitakem has witnessed a phenomenal vertical... - July 01, 2009 - VitaKem Nutraceutical Inc.

THE CLOSER v2.0 from Reporting-Central is Now Available. Balance and Reconcile Your Books to the Penny in Dynamics GP (Formerly Great Plains).

THE CLOSER v2.0 will balance and reconcile DynamicsGP (formerly Great Plains) General Ledger with Inventory, Sales Orders, COGS, Accrued Purchases, AP and AR. Reconcilations in DynamicsGP (formerly Great Plains) are done instantly. Balanced books in DynamicsGP (formerly Great Plains) has never been this easy. - July 01, 2009 - Reporting-Central

Enterprise Performance Solutions Release a ‘Small Business’ Offering of the EPS Product Cost Management Module

Enterprise Performance Solutions (“EPS”), a leading provider of cost management and profitability analysis systems to the manufacturing industry, announces the release of a ‘small business’ offering of the EPS Product Cost Management module. Driven by increasing demand for... - July 01, 2009 - Enterprise Performance Solutions, Inc.

Thompson Extendable Conveyors & Gates Announces the Upcoming Release of Their "Reversible" 24VDC Motor Driven Roller Multiple Stage Extendable Conveyor

According to Mr. Thompson, the Docksider MSU (Multiple Stage Unit) is their first offering in a non-cantilevered multiple stage motor driven roller conveyor design. The unit will share the patented design of their Docksider MDR including its unique "Continuous Elevation Roller Surface." While that design eliminated vertical steps between stages, it is also what makes the Docksider MSU the first (and only) multiple stage MDR extendable conveyor capable of both loading and unloading operations. - July 01, 2009 - Thompson Extendable Conveyors & Gates

Laboratory Testing Inc. Renews PRI/Nadcap Accreditation for Nondestructive Testing

Laboratory Testing Inc. has been re-accredited by PRI/Nadcap through March 31, 2011 for nondestructive testing services, including liquid penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, and ultrasonic inspection services. - July 01, 2009 - Laboratory Testing Inc.

Signature Kitchen Builders Announce "Show & Save" Promotion"

Calgary residents to save money on kitchens and cabinets. - July 01, 2009 - Signature Kitchen Builders

New and Used Welding Equipment Marketplace Debuts on IndustrialSAVER

The manufacturing trade portal IndustrialSAVER.com launches a new marketplace for companies in the market to buy and sell welding machines and equipment. - June 28, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Solar Innovations, Inc. Introduces Their New Stacking Glass Wall Systems

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial conservatories; greenhouses; sunrooms; skylights; folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; introduces two new stacking glass wall systems. Stacking Glass Wall systems are available as... - June 27, 2009 - Solar Innovations, Inc.

Industrial Water Treatment Directory Introduced by IndustrialPR.net

The manufacturing and technology news site IndustrialPR has launched a new industrial waste water systems and equipment directory for North America and Europe. - June 27, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Dajac Inc. Announces New USB- Controlled I/O Module for PC-Based Automation

Dajac's Expert I/O 1000 Simplifies Automation Projects for Testing, Process Control, Industrial, Distribution, Medical, Home and Hobby. - June 26, 2009 - Dajac Inc.

nokra GmbH Establishes International Sales Network

Nokra Optische Prüftechnik und Automation GmbH, this stands for optical inspection technology and automation, producer of high quality measuring and inspection systems for applications in production lines, has started to build up an international network of sales partners. In order to be... - June 26, 2009 - nokra Optische Prüftechnik und Automation GmbH

IndustrialMRO Debuts Its Discount Hand Tools and Power Tools Marketplace

Plant maintenance, repair and operations professionals have a new place to buy and sell power and hand tools with the launch of IndustrialMRO.com's new marketplace - June 26, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Catch Launches GoIndustrial, a New Online Directory for New Zealand’s Manufacturing, Mining and Industrial Sectors

Catch, an online division of Reed Business Information Australia (RBI), today announced the launch of GoIndustrial (www.goindustrial.co.nz), a new online directory for New Zealands's manufacturing, industrial and mining market. The site provides product information, contact details and web links, and for more than 1500 New Zealand companies. - June 26, 2009 - Catch

New Metal, Fiberglass and Plastic Tanks Directory Introduced by Industrial Leaders

The Online Directory of American Manufacturers Industrial Leaders has launched its new tanks buying guide and directory featuring a wide range of plastic and steel tanks. - June 25, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives Announce New Product Line Addition: Bear Creek Glass

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives is proud to announce the addition of Bear Creek Glass to the Alliance family of product lines. Bear Creek Glass was founded with the goal of creating beautiful yet practical artwork, and they have accomplished this goal ever since. Alliance is thrilled to be... - June 24, 2009 - Alliance Manufacturer Representatives

IndustrialCOOP.com Introduces Compression Springs, Mill and Iron Springs Directory

The co-op industrial directory IndustrialCOOP has launched a new plastic and metal springs online directory and buying guide. - June 24, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives Announce New Product Line Addition: KWC

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives is proud to announce the addition of KWC to the Alliance family of product lines. Since 1920, KWC has manufactured products that embody the traditional values of Swiss craftsmanship, both in their functionality and in their aesthetic. Alliance is thrilled to be... - June 24, 2009 - Alliance Manufacturer Representatives

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives Announce New Product Line Addition: Briggs

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives is thrilled to announce the addition of Briggs Industries (Briggs) to the Alliance family of product lines. A customer focused global producer of quality plumbing fixtures, Briggs has provided distributors and contractors with innovative, quality products for... - June 24, 2009 - Alliance Manufacturer Representatives

Distron Corporation Improves Electronic Assembly Process with State of the Art Automated Optical Inspection Machine

Distron Corporation recently acquired new automated inspection capabilities to compliment the company’s manufacturing capabilities and provide advanced, in-line inspection of SMT assemblies. - June 24, 2009 - Distron Corporation

Professional Plastics Announces Enhanced Web Experience for Customers

Professional Plastics, a leading distributor of high-performance plastic stock shapes, recently upgraded their web site to include new, easy to use navigation tools and a more streamlined checkout process. The redesigned site has also been fully translated into ten languages to better serve their customers outside of the USA. - June 23, 2009 - Professional Plastics, Inc.

Graphic Products Expands Specialty Label Supply Line

Three new specialty label supplies from Graphic Products, Inc. are Embossable Poly Supply (Metallized), Nylon Label Supply and Magnetic Supply. - June 21, 2009 - Graphic Products, Inc.

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives Announce New Product Line Addition: Keuco

Alliance Manufacturer Representatives is proud to announce the addition of Keuco to the Alliance family of product lines. Fusing beauty with uncompromising functionality, Keuco offers quality bathroom products made to be used day after day. Alliance is ecstatic to be representing this innovative... - June 21, 2009 - Alliance Manufacturer Representatives

Warehouse Storage and Shelving Equipment Directory Introduced by ForeignTRADEX

The American-European Industrial Trade Portal ForeignTRADEX.com debuts its new international warehouse storage equipment buying guide - June 21, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

IGNIS Innovation Unveils Its MaxLife(TM) AMOLED Demo at SID 2009

Compensation of both OLED and TFT produces the most stable and uniform backplane for HDTV and Monitors. - June 20, 2009 - IGNIS Innovation Inc.

Jobscope Advisory Council is Voice for Product Direction

Annual Summit Serves as Platform for Product Enhancement and Development Discussions. - June 20, 2009 - Jobscope Corporation

New Malaysian Business Partner for Lean Six Sigma Training and Consultancy - Meridian Biz Management

Meridian Biz Management has been officially launched in the month June 2009 and it offers a range of Six Sigma, Lean, Quality and Soft Skills Training and Consultancy Programmes. Meridian Biz Management is also called MBizM Malaysia. Managing Directors of MBizM, Dr. Satnam Singh and Mr. Harbans... - June 20, 2009 - MBizM (Meridian Biz Management)