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No Slip Ups Thanks to CERAM

Being able to prove that a flooring product can stand the test of time is important to any manufacturer. - May 24, 2009 - Lucideon

Press Brake Die Storage Unit for Section Dies

Proper Storage Systems, Inc. announces Roll-Out Shelves designed to store Press Brake Dies. - May 23, 2009 - Proper Storage Systems, Inc.

Marshall Paper Tube Acquires Thames River Tube Co., Inc.

Marshall Paper Tube Co., Inc. has acquired Thames River Tube Co., Inc. of Ashaway RI. Marshall Paper Tube currently operates manufacturing facilities in Canton and Fall River, MA totaling 85,000 square feet. With this acquisition and merger, Marshall Paper Tube has expanded its commercial and... - May 23, 2009 - Marshall Paper Tube

New Industrial Greases and Synthetic Lubricants Guide Promotes U.S. Manufacturers

Industrial Leaders, publisher of the Buy American blog debuted today its new on-line directory of Made in the USA metalworking fluids, greases and industrial lubricants - May 23, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Model Aeroplane Kit Helps New RITE-LOK Users

Five hundred engineers and technicians returned to their childhoods last month when a traditional plastic construction kit landed on their desks. Sent out by the Industrial Adhesives and Tapes division of 3M, the diversified technology company, the models of the famous Gnat jet trainer, as used by the Red Arrows, were part of a campaign to introduce new users to the ease of using RITE-LOK high-strength adhesives and sealants. - May 23, 2009 - Market Engineering

ERP Software Users Explore New DEACOM Features at Annual Conference

Deacom, Inc. recently gathered manufacturing firms from the building component, modular building, and process manufacturing industries at the 2009 Deacom User Conference. - May 22, 2009 - Deacom

New C02 Lasers & Diode Laser Systems Debuts on Worldwide Industrial Marketplace

The International Manufacturing Portal Worldwide Industrial announced this morning the debut of its industrial lasers and commercial laser systems buying guide - May 22, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Global PTM Top Sponsor of Asset Lifecycle Management Summit

Maintenance Conference Draws Professionals from Across the Nation - May 21, 2009 - Global PTM

Sturges Manufacturing Receives Awards for Export and Manufacturing Success in 2009

Manufacturer of custom standard and engineered webbing and straps is honored at the Going Global 2009 Conference and by the Manufacturers Association of Central New York (MACNY). - May 21, 2009 - Sturges Manufacturing Company

Schroeder BioFuels Successfully Launches ColdClear™

Schroeder Biofuels, a recognized leader in filtration and separations products for the biodiesel industry, has successfully launched its latest product, ColdClear™, on Friday, May 15th, 2009. The product launch kicked off with a webcast hosted by Schroeder BioFuels Product Manager Jonathan... - May 21, 2009 - Schroeder Industries

Vicinity 2.7 Unveiled at 2009 IFT Annual Meeting & Food Show

Vicinity Manufacturing™ Showcases Latest Version of Batch Manufacturing Software. - May 21, 2009 - Vicinity Manufacturing

Solar Innovations, Inc. Announces the Completion of Their Latest Decorative Institutional Greenhouse

Solar Innovations, Inc., a custom manufacturer of residential and commercial greenhouses; conservatories; sunrooms; folding, tilting, and sliding glass doors, walls, windows, and screens; announces the completion of their latest decorative institutional greenhouse. Solar Innovations® is proud... - May 21, 2009 - Solar Innovations, Inc.

Hammersmith Mfg. Introduces The FLEXX-RIGHT®

Hammersmith Mfg. introduces The FLEXX-RIGHT®…a new, dynamic and patent-pending product to the pipeline and utility location and inspection, excavation and site prep industry. The FLEXX-RIGHT® is Flexxible, Safe and Strong. In a groundbreaking assembly of A36 carbon steel and HDPE,... - May 20, 2009 - Hammersmith Mfg

Powder-Solutions Reveals Bulk Powder Processing Sanitation Cure to Food and Pharmaceutical Packaging Leaders at EastPack

BFM fitting set to eliminate sanitation concerns by replacing traditional flex sleeves and hose clamps in powder processing plants. - May 20, 2009 - Powder-Solutions Inc

Landscape Structures Announces the Launch of an All-New Website

Playground planning becomes child’s play with playlsi.com. - May 20, 2009 - Landscape Structures Inc.

Vision Engraving & Routing Systems Announces New 25 Series CNC Routers

Vision Engraving Systems is pleased to announce its new 2525 and 2550 CNC Routers, offering 25” x 25” and 25” x 50” work areas. These larger tables allow users to cut out materials in sizes up to 2’ x 4’. These American-made machines also include an automatic surface-setting block, offer 7” of clearance with a higher gantry, and include the company's graphically-advanced Vision Pro 8 software. - May 20, 2009 - Vision Engraving Systems

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC Named SBA's 2009 San Diego District Small Business Exporter of the Year

Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC (THT) announced today that the company has been named SBA's (Small Business Administration) 2009 San Diego District Small Business Exporter of the Year. SBA recognizes THT as the outstanding small business champion among all candidates in San Diego and Imperial counties. - May 20, 2009 - Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC

DUECO Transitions from 2nd to 3rd Generation

DUECO announces a company succession plan, naming Judie Taylor as President. - May 20, 2009 - Dueco, Inc.

Foil Barrier Launches New Website with Global Navigation and New Interface

Foil Barrier Launches New Website Interface with Increased Usability and Content. - May 20, 2009 - Visual App

Networking for Supply Management Professionals

Institute for Supply Management - Florida's First Coast 2009 networking event for Supply Management Professionals is coming to Orange Park, Florida. - May 19, 2009 - Institute for Supply Management - Florida's First Coast

Grimes Expands Services with New Division

With the expanding of Grimes Transportation Brokerage (GTB) into the newly developed Grimes Supply Chain Services, Inc. (GSCS), The Grimes Companies, Inc. (TGC) has taken a huge step into the arena of international logistics management. The new division represents Grimes’ continuing growth in worldwide services for its clients. - May 18, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.

VIBCO Vibrators is Named as a Winner of the Managing Automation 2009 Progressive Manufacturing 100 Awards

VIBCO Vibrators' "lean revolution" earns it a place among this year's Progressive Manufacturing 100 Award winners. Some of VIBCO's key accomplishments include dramatic improvements in on-time delivery, productivity, quality and inventory management. VIBCO will be among those honored at the awards gala on June 11, 2009 in Sarasota, FL. - May 15, 2009 - VIBCO Vibrators

National Plastics Increases to 100 Clamshell Package Sizes in StockClam Line

National Plastics marked a major milestone in the company’s growth as a supplier of standardized, in-stock packaging by announcing its expansion to 100 clamshell package sizes in the StockClam line. - May 15, 2009 - National Plastics

Slipstick® Conveyor Solves Maintenance and Dust Control Problems

Triple/S Dynamics’ Slipstick Conveyor has become the conveyor of choice for one of the world’s leading industrial minerals producers. In their high-capacity plants, dust control and downtime carry significant costs. Further, the company is concerned with maintaining a clean working... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics

Custom Cover Manufacturing Process a Hit with Master-Lee Electric Power Producer Clients.

Ability to produce custom covers utilizing mass production techniques allows quick turn-around & increased cost-savings for FME departments. Industrial sewing firm, Gary Manufacturing today announced a new production process that would allow for custom capabilities of individual items within a... - May 14, 2009 - Gary Manufacturing, Inc.

Design Guide Available for Innovative Slipstick® Conveyor System

Triple/S Dynamics, creator of the Slipstick® horizontal motion conveyor, has released a new interactive design guide covering the functions and options of their unique conveying system. The design guide can also be downloaded. The guide, available in electronic format, allows viewers to... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics

DEACOM Integrated ERP System Version 10.4 Includes Inventory, Quality Control Enhancements

Deacom, Inc. has released the latest version of its integrated ERP software system, rolling out significant enhancements to the MRP software and quality control software capabilities. - May 14, 2009 - Deacom

Lavendon Access Services Wins ‘Excellence in Training’ Award

Lavendon Access Services has scooped the ‘Excellence in Training’ Award at the prestigious Hire Association of Europe’s (HAE) Hire Awards of Excellence. Coming in above a number of its industry peers, Lavendon Access Services, the UK’s leading supplier of powered access,... - May 14, 2009 - Lavendon Access Services

New Guide Promotes Grinding Tools & Equipment from American Manufacturers

The online industrial trade show organizer ArriveNEWS.com has launched a new directory to connect buyers and suppliers of industrial grinding tools, equipment and abrasives. - May 14, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

ARC Advisory Group Features MDT Software in a Solution Guide Revealing the Importance of Configuration Management in Automation Systems

According to ARC Vice President, Consulting Services, Dave Woll “…an overwhelming majority of users struggle to maintain accurate and current records of the configuration and programming of their automation assets. At the same time, users indicated a clear understanding of the consequences of not having accurate records. Obviously, there is both a need and a strong value proposition.” - May 14, 2009 - AUVESY-MDT

Graphic Products Introduces New Handheld Label Printer

The DuraLabel 2000, a new handheld label printer designed to create labels anywhere on the job or in the field, prints on one-half inch, one inch, and two inch label supply. It becomes the latest in the line of industrial DuraLabel brand printers offered by Graphic Products, Inc. Designed for... - May 13, 2009 - Graphic Products, Inc.

ADI Improves T-4 Adjustable Linear Feeder

Automation Devices’ VFC Division, has developed a fully adjustable linear feeder that conveys very small parts through vibration. - May 13, 2009 - Automation Devices, Inc.

Michigan-Based Manufacturer, Royal Arc Announces the Grand Opening of RAW Lifting, a Full Service Custom Slings/Rigging and Material Handling Store in Flat Rock

Due to popular demand, Royal Arc Industrial Services has opened a retail & rigging manufacturing facility at 23891Vreeland Rd Flat Rock, Michigan 48134 showcasing their comprehensive line of slings and rigging equipment, known as RAW Lifting. This is all in response to recent state focus called... - May 13, 2009 - Royal Arc Industrial

New Nitrogen Flow Rate Verification Program from South-Tek Systems

South-Tek Systems introduces a new Nitrogen Flow Rate Verification Program to get an accurate reading of actual Nitrogen gas output required by their customers. This program helps ensure that South-Tek will design a Nitrogen Generator to best fit a company's specific needs. - May 13, 2009 - South Tek Systems

New Commercial Glass & Industrial Glass Buying Guide Debuts on the Industrial Trade Forum

The US-European Industrial Trade Portal ForeignTRADEX has launched a new commercial and industrial glass buying guide and directory of U.S. glass manufacturers and fabricators. - May 13, 2009 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Nexus Distribution Qualifies as a SmartWaySM Transport Partner

Logistics provider Nexus Distribution meets U.S. EPA Certified SmartWaySM specifications for its commitment to the environmental performance of its private fleet, freight forwarding and warehouse operations. - May 12, 2009 - Nexus Distribution

Tri-Arc Manufacturing Partners with Capital Safety to Provide FlexiGuard™ Custom Access Solutions

Tri-Arc Manufacturing, a leading manufacturer of custom access solutions, and Capital Safety, home of the world-renowned DBI-SALA and PROTECTA brands, announce that the companies have formed a partnership to market a complete line of custom access products named FlexiGuard™ Custom Access... - May 12, 2009 - Tri-Arc Manufacturing

New Website Allows Online Purchase of Popular Low Cost CS-810 Anemometer Line

Clark Solutions launches ecommerce site allowing online purchase of it popular CS-810 Anemometers. - May 11, 2009 - Clark Solutions

Always on the Cutting Edge, the Smartcable USB - Mitutoyo Gage Interface Just Got Easier to Use

ASD’s SmartCable USB was specifically developed to keep on the cutting edge of technology. This new line of USB single input gage interfaces converts the output of any manufacturer’s gage into standard USB/Keyboard/Mitutoyo output format. - May 10, 2009 - Advanced Systems & Designs, Inc.

Toolmex Stocks New Charlotte, NC Warehouse

Toolmex Corporation announced today that it is has expanded its motor warehouse facilities in the southern United States to include a new Charlotte, NC location. This latest expansion from Toolmex marks the third new warehouse established since the start of the year, and is expected to support... - May 10, 2009 - Toolmex Industrial Solutions

Clarksonic Ultrasonic Flow Transmitters Bring Sing Around Technology to Range of Applications

Clark Solutions' ClarkSonic Ultrasonic Flow Transmitters are ideal for measuring flow in most clean liquids and many liquids with entrained solids. Applications include monitoring flow rates of chilled or heated water as part of a green technology program as well as in municipal, process, and industrial systems. ClarkSonic Ultrasonic Flow Transmitters free users from having to calibrate the transmitter to fluid temperature, viscosity, or density making them very easy to deploy and very reliable. - May 10, 2009 - Clark Solutions

riteSOFT, a Division of RTE, Announces the Integration of Its Product, riteTIME Touchscreen Labor Data Collection, with Preactor®

riteSOFT, a division of RTE, announces the integration of its product, riteTIME Touchscreen Labor Data Collection, with Preactor®. The power and simplicity of riteTIME drew the attention of Greg Quinn of Quinn & Associates Inc., the North American Network Partner for Preactor planning and... - May 09, 2009 - riteSOFT, LLC

SPI Semicon Merges Operations with Parent Company Professional Plastics, Inc.

SPI/Semicon, Inc., a USA manufacturer of static-controlled semiconductor wafer and I.C. packaging products has been merged into their parent company Professional Plastics, Inc. The combined company will continue production of the existing SPI product range at a shared facility in Ogden, Utah. The... - May 08, 2009 - Professional Plastics, Inc.

New USPS Rates, Services and Discounts Effective May 11, 2009 Supported in Latest Harvey Software CPS Shipping Software

Harvey Software announced today that its Computerized Parcel System (CPS) shipping software is fully ready for the new US Postal Service® rates and services being introduced on May 11, 2009. CPS lets shippers use both domestic and international post office services to their best advantage,... - May 08, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.

Action Packaging Systems Introduces Space Saving Gold Seal GS-60 Applicator

A leader in the industry, Action Packaging Systems, Inc. has been supplying custom labels, stock labels, RFID labels, label applicator systems, printers, verifiers, ribbons, and label creation software to handle the needs of their clients around the world since 1979. - May 08, 2009 - Action Packaging Systems Inc