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Caster Concepts/Kettering University Engineering Internship Program
Caster Concepts Inc. has joined with Kettering University to offer engineering internship positions at their Albion, MI location. In the Fall of 2007, Caster Concepts began offering undergraduate engineering co-op positions through Kettering University based in Flint, Michigan. Caster Concepts... - April 21, 2008 - Caster Concepts, Inc.
Baxa Environmental Program Nets Significant Results
In celebration of Earth Day tomorrow, Baxa Corporation announces significant increase in environmental benefits through environmental stewardship and recycling programs. Baxa is committed to manufacturing operations that minimize the opportunity for environmental harm and support sustainable resources. - April 21, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Arylessence Launches New Fragrance Website
New Arylessence website shares information, insights and ideas for fragrance and flavor-driven marketers. - April 18, 2008 - Arylessence
Arylessence Announces Fragrance Industry Appointments for President and CEO Steve Tanner
Arylessence, Inc., the largest fragrance and flavor manufacturer in the Southeast, announces the appointment of its president and CEO Steve Tanner to the boards of directors of the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and its research organization, the Research Institute for Fragrance... - April 18, 2008 - Arylessence
Auto Coatings Manufacturer Selects DEACOM Software to Drive Formula-Based Business
Deacom, Inc. announces today that NPA Coatings, Inc., a subsidiary of Nippon Paints of Japan, will implement the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System to streamline its business processes across two divisions at its Cleveland, OH, headquarters. A... - April 18, 2008 - Deacom
Smart Marketing: Make Earth Day Every Day
Many companies use eco-friendly promotional items as part of their overall marketing strategy, but just because the product says it's “green” does not make it true. Like any purchase, consumers must use reliable sources that can explain the contents of the promotional products. - April 17, 2008 - IASpromotes.com
Aztec Products Announces New Sales Initiative in Floor Cleaning Industry - USA Manufacturer to Work More Closely with Distributors
Aztec Products, Inc. announces a new sales initiative designed to enhance distributor sales. In order to strengthen distributor relationships, Aztec is developing a regional network of distributors who will sell and service its machines. As part of its new initiative to increase distribution... - April 17, 2008 - Aztec Products, Inc.
Aztec Products Introduces the New ProScrubTM Automatic Scrubber - All New Floor Scrubbing Machine is Rugged, Simple and an Exceptional Value
The New Aztec ProScrubTM Automatic Scrubber - As part of its distribution sales initiative, Aztec Products announces the new 20” ProScrubTM Automatic Scrubber. The ProScrubTM is a rugged, user friendly machine which is inexpensive to purchase and easy to maintain. Made entirely in the USA, the ProScrub'sTM 24-volt system drives a ¾ hp brush motor at 220 RPM. The ProScrubTM has a pad driver transport mode and quick-release squeegee for easy mobility to multiple locations. - April 17, 2008 - Aztec Products, Inc.
Aztec Product’s New Portable Hot Water Spotter Deep Cleans Carpets Better, Faster
Aztec Hot Rod/Hot Spotter – Aztec’s New Heated 200º Mini Extractor Deep Cleans Better. The powerful vacuum pulls out more dirt and moisture faster. Heats to 200º in minutes – hot water cleans 8x faster. Designed for auto, RV, boat, truck, and airplane detailing with all S/S Auto Detail Tool, with new integrated float/temperature gauge that increases detailer life and reliability - lightweight & portable – weighing only 18 lbs. To see the complete Aztec product line visit: www.aztecproducts.com - April 17, 2008 - Aztec Products, Inc.
Aztec Products Announces Steven Spengler as National Sales Manager - USA Manufacturer Promotes Exceptional Regional Sales Manager to New Level
Aztec Products, Inc. is proud to announce the promotion of Steven Spengler as the National Sales Manager of their industrial floor cleaning equipment. After doing an exceptional job as Regional Sales Manager for Aztec, Steven has been promoted to National Sales Manager, effective immediately. He... - April 17, 2008 - Aztec Products, Inc.
Vicinity Manufacturing™ Puts the Spotlight on Client’s Success with FOCUS 2008
Formula Manufacturing Software Vendor to host 1st Annual User’s Conference. - April 17, 2008 - Vicinity Manufacturing
Make Your Mark with Stencil Ease’s Newest Assortment of 300 Industrial Marking Stencils
“Make your mark” with Stencil Ease’s newest assortment of 300 industrial marking stencils available for immediate shipping at www.stencilease.com. If your project is marking parking lots, industrial equipment, storage, packing and crating materials, athletic fields or just custom... - April 16, 2008 - Stencil Ease
SupplierMagic.com – a Free New Assisted International Shopping Service for Industrial Supplies
Ever wonder what your cost for industrial goods and supplies would be if you bought directly from an overseas manufacturer? SupplierMagic.com is a free new service that provides savvy buyers of industrial products with direct-from-manufacturer quotes. - April 16, 2008 - SupplierMagic.com
The Grimes Companies Reports Record 1st Quarter 2008
The Grimes Companies, a leading Jacksonville based logistics and supply chain provider, has reported its strongest period in company history for the first quarter of 2008. Identified by the Jacksonville Business Journal in 2007 as the 9th fastest growing company in NE Florida, Grimes set new... - April 15, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
New Zebra OptoProfiler Tool for Patterned Solar CellBow, Warp, Full Surface Topography and Full Stress Tensor Characterization from Sunrise Optical LLC
A Solar Cell Metrology Tool Manufacturer has added a new 3rd generation Zebra OptoProfiler G3 to its product and services family. The Zebra OptoProfiler is a user-friendly solution for solar cell topography and stress measurements. - April 15, 2008 - Sunrise Optical LLC
MKS Announces New Release of MKS Toolkit Product Family and PC X Server - Immediate Availability of MKS Toolkit version 9.2 and MKS X/Server version 8.5
Immediate availability of MKS Toolkit version 9.2 and MKS X/Server version 8.5. These releases show our commitment in delivering solid new features while enhancing existing functionality. The MKS Toolkit solutions provide a full range of cross-platform tools, expanding the union of Windows and UNIX-based environments. Millions of users in heterogeneous UNIX/Linux and Windows environments use solutions from MKS for platform and application compatibility, connectivity and interoperability. - April 10, 2008 - MKS Inc
Sandmeyer Steel Company Introduces Plasma Cut Beveled Edges
Sandmeyer Steel Company has recently completed the installation of bevel head technology on one of three in-house plasma cutting machines. The computer controlled bevel head torch produces both knife edge and land edge bevels. The bevel head can be used to cut beveled edges on any number of shapes... - April 10, 2008 - Sandmeyer Steel Company
Jade Corporation Aquires NY Based Precision Stamping Company
JADE Corporation announced today that it acquired Johnson & Hoffman LLC., a leading supplier and manufacturer of complex, deep drawn and thin walled stampings serving the automotive, electronic, ordnance, commercial & industrial, aerospace and defense industries. Johnson & Hoffman based... - April 10, 2008 - Jade Corporation
Deacom Ranks Among IT Magazine’s Top Manufacturing Technology Providers
START-IT magazine recently ranked Deacom, Inc., producer of the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software System, among the top emerging technology providers for the manufacturing marketplace in its 2008 START-IT 125 list. - April 10, 2008 - Deacom
All Pro Trailer Superstore Named CAM Superline's Top Trailer Dealer in the Country for 2007
All Pro West Truck & Trailer, just outside of Harrisburg Pennsylvania has been recognized by CAM Superline, Incorporated as its number one Trailer Dealer in the Nation for 2007. - April 09, 2008 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
Mixing Solutions Names New Managing Director
Mixing Solutions Ltd. has announced the appointment of John Brace as Managing Director with responsibility for its worldwide process agitation business for the entire Eastern Hemisphere. In this capacity, Mr. Brace will also be responsible for establishing a UK-based footprint for Mixing Solutions parent company, Philadelphia Gear, one of the family of diverse companies owned by the Wind River Holding company in America. - April 09, 2008 - Mixing Solutions
EFE Initiates FTP Program for Its Customers
Kip Anthony, Vice President of Marketing for EFE Laboratories, Inc., announced today the initiation of a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) program for its customers via the Internet. According to Mr. Anthony, “The FTP program allows the easy and safe transfer of data between EFE and its customers. - April 09, 2008 - EFE Laboratories
Cirrus Research plc Achieves Certification to the Coveted ISO 9001:2000 Quality Standard
Hunmanby based noise measurement instrument manufacturer Cirrus Research plc has successfully achieved registration to the internationally recognised internal quality management standard ISO 9001:2000. The revised ISO 9001 has a much greater focus on the management and measurement of business processes and their continuous improvement. - April 09, 2008 - Cirrus Research plc
Returned Goods Authorization System Released by Xdata Solutions, Inc. of Notre Dame, IN. Xdata Developed the RGA System After Studying Its Manufacturing Customer Base.
Xdata’s Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) database system provides a structured format for authorizing, issuing, tracking, analyzing, and managing the entire RGA process. The development was prompted following an internal manufacturing customer study revealing large, unrealized losses result... - April 08, 2008 - Xdata solutions, inc.
ArriveNEWS Launches Pumps and Plumbing Auction as Part of Its International Industrial Trade Show
The organizer of the virtual exposition International Industrial Trade Show, has completed the design of its pumps and plumbing equipment auction which will be held in conjunction with IITS. - April 07, 2008 - ArriveNEWS.com
Cirrus to Launch the CR:260A Series of Sound Level Meters
Cirrus Research plc, the UK company which specialises in the design and development of noise measurement equipment for health and safety applications, has introduced the CR:260A series of sound level meters. Suitable for a wide range of applications, from noise at work assessments to vehicle noise testing and environmental noise measurements, Cirrus’ CR:260A sound level meters are easy to use, yet capable of meeting sophisticated modern noise measurement guidelines. - April 06, 2008 - Cirrus Research plc
Powerful Online Sales Software and Full CRM for No Software Fees
Get Online Sales Software and Full CRM:customer relationship management software without any user fees. Finally an open source online sales software, fully functional that will help grow one's business and is affordable. - April 05, 2008 - DataForceCRM.com
Woodtec Hardwood Porcelain by Porcelanosa
Hardwood looking tile. Tile consumption in the US has been growing at a steady 5% each year for the last decade. This type of surface, once relegated to kitchens and bathrooms only, is becoming more common in commercial settings, as well as hallways and terraces. Yes, tile feels cold on your feet,... - April 04, 2008 - Porcelanosa
MAIL BOSS Introduces Wall Mount Security Locking Mailboxes for Mail & Identity Theft Prevention
The Wall Mount Locking Security MAIL BOSS offers home owners a truly “secure” solution to mail and identity theft prevention. High resolution product images and press materials are available for use at http://www.themailboss.com/Press_Release_Materials-Mar08/. There you can also find two short .wmv video files that reveal the gross inadequacy of so called “secure” mailboxes on the market. - April 03, 2008 - Epoch Design, LLC
GRSI FastTrak® P.I. Software Takes on Packaging Integration in Full Stride
One of the most frequently asked questions by companies purchasing new or used warehouse equipment is, “Will the equipment function correctly with my warehouse system?” GRSI removes this uncertainty with comprehensive warehouse systems integration and substantial work experience. From order picking to shipping sortation, all packaging and material handling equipment and processes are streamlined and controlled by GRSI’s FastTrak® P.I., packaging integration, software suite. - April 03, 2008 - Glen Road Systems, Inc.
Winters' New Safety Case Gauge
Winters Instruments’ Safety Case Gauge is designed to be used where safety is a major concern. With a solid front and blowout back, this gauge features a 0.5% ANSI/ASME Grade 1A accuracy, full rotary movement and a micrometer pointer for easy calibration. The 4.5" dial makes the gauge easy to read even from a distance. - April 03, 2008 - Winters Instruments
New Vinyl Label Printer Addresses Cost Concerns in the Current Economy
Industrial Safety Solutions is now offering the SafetyPro JR, an entry-level vinyl label printer designed to provide a low-cost option for the current economic landscape. - April 03, 2008 - Industrial Safety Solutions
Koch Cabinets Receives KCMA ESP Certifiction
Koch Cabinets received notification from the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer's Association (KCMA) that they were accepted into the KCMA ESP program late last week. - April 03, 2008 - Koch & Co., Inc.
Local Company's Recycling Benefits School
FileSafe, a local document storage company, is recycling surplus shelving, giving it a second life benefiting a local school. - April 02, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Arylessence Appoints Chuck Martin as Controller of Financial Operations
Arylessence, the largest fragrance and flavor manufacturer in the Southeast, has recently announced the appointment of Chuck Martin as controller of financial operations. In his new position, Martin will be responsible for financial administration at Arylessence. “We are very happy to have... - March 29, 2008 - Arylessence
FiberPatrol is Intrusion Detection Technology of Choice for Qinghai-Tibet Railway
Optellios, Inc., announced today that its fiber optic perimeter intrusion detection system has successfully passed the final acceptance test for securing Qinghai-Tibet railway in China. The company’s FiberPatrol system was chosen for final testing after it outperformed all competition in... - March 28, 2008 - Optellios
VIBCO Vibrators Extends Customer Service Hours
VIBCO Vibrators expands its customer service hours. Live customer service agents are now available from 7:30am - 8:00 eastern standard time, Monday through Friday. - March 28, 2008 - VIBCO Vibrators
ASI’s Extreme Loading® Technology Allays Implosion Concerns
Extreme Loading® Technology was used to predict the collapse of St. Francis Hospital scheduled for demolition in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania last weekend. The building’s demise was historic to that locale, but for Applied Science International (ASI), the hallmark event is about the technology that showed the public what would happen beforehand – a new structural analysis technology now available to practicing engineers internationally. - March 27, 2008 - Applied Science International, LLC
Caster Concepts' Doug Backinger Accepted to University of Michigan College of Engineering
Doug Backinger, Product Development Engineer at Caster Concepts, Inc, has been accepted to the University of Michigan College of Engineering to pursue a degree of Master of Engineering in Manufacturing. Doug has also been accepted as an endowed fellow in the world renowned Tauber Institute for Global Operations. - March 27, 2008 - Caster Concepts, Inc.
GoCoffee.co.uk Expands Product Portfolio
GoCoffee have new stock of Bravilor range of coffee machines and filter coffee makers. The inclusion of Bravilor in GoCoffee made GoCoffee the premiere website for coffee machines. - March 27, 2008 - Go Coffee Ltd
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet Now Available from Professional Plastics and Bayer Sheffield
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet - The First Glazing Replacement Option with a 15 Year Performance Warranty, Offers Long-Term Weatherability and is backed by a 15 Year Performance Warranty. - March 26, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
New CPEhr White Paper Details Employment Challenges – and HR Outsourcing Solutions – for Struggling California Employers
A new white paper recently released by CPEhr, a leading California HR consulting firm, finds that California employers are expected to turn to Human Resources Outsourcing in record numbers in 2008. This is in response to continuing frustration by California employers brought on by complex employment regulations and rising insurance costs. - March 26, 2008 - CPE HR, Inc.
Optellios Announces Hardened Multi-Zone Intrusion Detection System
Optellios, Inc., announced today that it will be launching a new family of FiberPatrol® intrusion detection systems featuring modular, environmentally hardened 4-zone alarm processors. The new processing units will work with the company’s proven fiber optic multi-zone sensors that require... - March 26, 2008 - Optellios
Purosil Announces a New Series of Fluorocarbon Lined Silicone Hoses for the New Generation of EPA Compliant Engines
Purosil’s fluorocarbon lined hoses, using premium DuPont Viton elastomer, are designed to resist diesel fuel combustion byproducts as well as alcohols and fuel additives. The development of Purosil’s fluorocarbon program began in 2005 with the goal to reduce truck operating lifetime... - March 26, 2008 - Purosil
Aspen Industries, Inc. Selects NM Marketing Communications to Handle Integrated Marcom Campaign & Business Development Efforts
Aspen Industries, Inc., the exclusive manufacturer of the Master Flame brand of fully-vented gas log fireplace burner systems, has chosen NM Marketing Communications, Inc. to handle its marketing communications and business development activities. This includes generating greater awareness of the... - March 25, 2008 - NM Marketing Communications
Cable Tester with Programmer's Interface
CAMI Research's CableEye Cable and Wire Harness Tester ships with optional library module which enables you to control the CableEye fixture from an external Visual Basic or "C++" program, and helps engineers integrate the tester with other equipment in automated applications. - March 20, 2008 - CAMI Research Inc.
Control Station Targets Process Optimization Needs of Power Industry
Alignment with Controller Tuning & Design LLC to Resell Control Station’s Award-Winning PID Optimization Solutions. - March 20, 2008 - Control Station, Inc.
TestEquity 1.55 Cu Ft Temperature Chamber Receives CE Mark
The popular TestEquity Model 115 Temperature Chamber provides full-range temperature testing in a compact floor standing or benchtop package. It has a 1.55 Cu Ft interior workspace (16"W x 12"H x 14"D) and temperature range of -73°C to +175°C. The export version, Model 115-EX... - March 19, 2008 - TestEquity LLC
2L Replaceable Vacuum Chuck Top Plate Allows Drilling Through Workpieces
Replaceable Vacuum Chuck Top Plate is now available for use with 2L Modular Vacuum Chuck Systems. - March 19, 2008 - 2L inc.
The Revamped Relampit.com
Projector Lamp Services, LLC (PLS), has experienced significant growth since its inception. With growth comes the time for change and innovation. With that said, PLS is pleased to announce the new and improved website for PLS, www.relampit.com. Relampit.com is now available with the latest... - March 19, 2008 - Projector Lamp Services, LLC