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StacoSwitch Names New Vice President of Sales
StacoSwitch, a design and manufacturing company, has announced the appointment of Jason Childs to the position of Vice President of Sales to oversee and expand its global sales team. Mr. Childs will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing new business initiatives to increase... - April 07, 2007 - StacoSwitch
Barbed and Push-to-Connect Fittings Now Available in Brass for Different Tubing Materials
NewAge Industries now offers durable brass fittings in two styles, barbed and push-to-connect. Each is designed to work with plastic tubing manufactured from either soft (PVC, polyurethane, silicone) or rigid (nylon, polyethylene) materials. These fittings work well in general purpose applications, as well as those involving potable water, pneumatics, and instrumentation. - April 06, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
StacoSwitch Evolves to a Full-Service Kiosk Solutions Provider
Self-service kiosks have become an established tool in enhancing customer service, reducing costs, and improving productivity for a variety of industries. With kiosks becoming more popular, companies are requiring full-service kiosk suppliers. StacoSwitch, known for dependable aircraft and mil-spec... - April 04, 2007 - StacoSwitch
StacoSwitch Offers Panel Assembly to Increase Production Rates for Customers
In response to the increasing number of customer requests, StacoSwitch recently announced they will expand their offering of complete panel assembly production. Customers will enjoy one-part ordering for complete turnkey control panels. Panel assembly production will reduce customer’s... - April 04, 2007 - StacoSwitch
Ronco to Exhibit at IAPA Health & Safety Canada 2007 Conference and Trade Show
Once again Ronco will be exhibiting at the IAPA Health & Safety Canada 2007 Conference and Trade Show. - March 29, 2007 - RONCO
Ronco Adds Two More Disposable Gloves to its Impressive List of CFIA Approved Products
Two new disposable gloves receive a certification of compliance from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency - March 29, 2007 - RONCO
Smith Seal of NC Sponsors Business Champion Awards
Business Leader Media has announced that Smith Seal of NC will be a bronze sponsor of the Business Champion Awards, presented by Business Leader magazine and Wake Technical Community College. The Business Champion Awards will honor business that foster growth through extensive training programs,... - March 24, 2007 - Business Leader Magazine
Jervis B. Webb Company Awarded $15 Million Project at Los Angeles/Ontario International Airport
Jervis B. Webb Company — a world leader in material handling solutions — today announced a $15 million contract with Texas-based Austin Commercial to install baggage handling and in-line Explosive Detection Systems (EDS) in Terminal 2 and Terminal 4 at Los Angeles/Ontario International... - March 23, 2007 - Jervis B. Webb Company
Core Systems Announces Today that it Has Won a Contract to Provide Canadian Scientific Submersible Facility Integrated 2U and 1U Rack Mount Systems
Core Systems announces today that it has won a contract to provide Canadian Scientific Submersible Facility integrated 2U and 1U rack mount systems using Core Systems R2-2001 and R1-2101 integrated enclosures. The systems provided by Core Systems will upgrade the control consoles of the ROPOS... - March 22, 2007 - Core Systems
Next Generation Software for CableEye Cable Test System
A major software upgrade has been released by CAMI Research for the CableEye cable and wire harness tester. Find defective, miswired, and intermittent cables instantly, before they damage your equipment or fail at your customer's site. - March 22, 2007 - CAMI Research Inc.
Brijot Inc. to Become the Relivio Group Corporation
Brijot Inc., the founding company behind Brijot® Imaging Systems, Inc.—a leading passive millimeter wave concealed weapons detection system manufacturer—announces today its corporate name change to The Relivio Group Corporation (Relivio). In addition to founding Brijot Imaging... - March 21, 2007 - The Relivio Group Corporation
E-Components & Chains Limited Announce Launch of Tec-tor Metal Detectable Polythene Sheeting
E-Components & Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their “Patent” protected Detectamet / Tec-tor Metal Detectable Polythene Sheeting. Recognising the issue of risk of film contamination in the food & pharmaceutical processing industry this... - March 21, 2007 - E-Components & Chains Limited
Global Synthetic Turf Manufacturer – TigerTurf – Bringing State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility to Americas
World leading synthetic turf manufacturer TigerTurf -- with customers in more than 80 countries – is facing rapidly growing demand in its latest markets: the Americas. In response, the 27-year old company is building a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Austin, Texas. “By... - March 21, 2007 - TigerTurf Americas
Commence’s Caretsky Supports ISA Goals
Founded in 1945, ISA (www.isa.org) is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based... - March 20, 2007 - Commence
SIMCO Awarded Patent for New Power Supply
SIMCO Industrial Static Control has recently been award a patent for their new True AC Static Control Power Supply. - March 20, 2007 - SIMCO Industrial Static Control
Commence’s Caretsky to Speak at FPDA Conference
Commence (www.commence.com) is the leading CRM system for manufacturing and distribution recently became a member of the Fluid Power Distributor Association. Larry Caretsky, President of Commence Corporation, will be speaking on the subject of using CRM Technology to Optimize Sales Execution at the... - March 19, 2007 - Commence
Tri-Mix Tungsten Proven to Last Longest
Diamond Ground Products has been offering Tri-Mix Tungsten - a scientifically balanced blend of three oxides in one multi-purpose tungsten - for a decade. However, despite their claims of “longest-life possible”, it has never been proven… until now. A recent study by... - March 18, 2007 - Diamond Ground Products
E-Components & Chains Announces the Launch of Its New Detectamet Metal Detectable Plastic Retractable Cryo Pen for Chilled & Frozen Production Area
E-Components & Chains Limited of Pocklington UK are pleased to announce the launch of their New & Improved Detectamet Metal Detectable Plastic Retractable Cryo Pen It has the same housing as the Detectamet XM Antimicrobial and Metal Detectable Retractable Pen but offers the advantage of an excellent performance in very cold temperatures (chilled foods, frozen food environments etc). - March 18, 2007 - E-Components & Chains Limited
Core Systems Announces Its MCR1519 15" LCD with MIL-STD-167-1 and MIL-S-901D
Core Systems announces today that it now offers a rugged 1U 15” display and keyboard that meets MIL-STD-167-1 and MIL-S-901D requirements. The Core Systems MCR1519 1U 15”display LCD Product meets The Shock and Vibration Tests performed on 9N206-1 cabinets, compliance with... - March 17, 2007 - Core Systems
Janco Enterprises Inc. - Private Lavel Manufacturer Reaches Fifteen-year Milestone
Janco Enterprises, Inc. - Women Owned Business marks a successful fifteen year milestone with a niche for small to large businesses and startup companies. - March 17, 2007 - Janco Enterprises
Trion:Z Revolutionary Ionic/Magnetic Products Now Available in the UK
Trion:Z announces the launch of their industry leading Ionic/Magnetic therapy devices from Japan to the market in the United Kingdom. - March 17, 2007 - TrionZ
Tough Tip Engraving Tools for Engraving Steel and Stainless Steel are Now Available as In-Stock Items
2L inc.'s Patent Pending Tough Tip Engraving Tool addresses the issue of tip breakage when engraving tougher materials such as stainless steel. The revolutionary design retains the maximum amount of material at the tool tip for maximum strength. - March 14, 2007 - 2L inc.
Medical Manufacturing Gets a Boost from Local Tech School Talent
What could an Orthopedic Manufacturer with combined experience of 275 years learn from a local technical high school student? They found that learning goes both ways when it comes to getting the job done at Tracer Tool & Machine Co., Inc. - March 14, 2007 - Tracer Tool & Machine Co., Inc.
Catenate Sdn Bhd, Alex Yoong Opens New Sales and Marketing Office for A1 GP Team Malaysia Sponsor
Following a successful foundational year, Catenate Sdn Bhd the leading outsource manufacturing services company, gets ready to surpass last years efforts with the opening of its new sales and marketing office in Petaling Jaya. “Last year successfully kicked off a long-term expansion... - March 13, 2007 - Catenate Sdn Bhd
Fastener Fair Stuttgart Enjoys Massive Growth
“Fastener Fair Stuttgart will be the fastener and fixings industry’s main event in 2007,” says Organiser. - March 12, 2007 - Fastener Fair Stuttgart
Commence CRM CEO Coordinates Smart Practices Document
Leading industrial organizations are looking outside their four walls to their customers for growth ideas. By leveraging the voice of the customer, these organizations achieve a competitive advantage in redefining sales and marketing, the all-important customer-facing portion of their operations. - March 10, 2007 - Commence
Sound Barrier Wall Reduces Industrial Noise Near Residential Community
Sturgis Iron and Metal contacted Acoustical Solutions, Inc initially in July 2006 to help resolve industrial noise and site concerns stemming from the facility’s close proximity to a residential community. Sturgis was concerned with noise created by a metal shredder and sound arising from... - March 09, 2007 - Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
Panel Cutting Library for Woodworking and Furniture Industries
Panel cutting optimization library reduces material waste and operating time for woodworking and furniture industries; can be integrated into CAM/CAD software or embedded directly to cutting machines. - March 08, 2007 - Optimalon Software Ltd.
IndustryWeek Best Plants Conference Includes Datacraft Solutions
Datacraft Solutions is presenting at the IndustryWeek 2007 Best Plants Conference in Indianapolis, IN on April 24-25. The conference will include discussions of proven strategies, best practices and tools from the IW Best Plants past year‘s winners and nearly fifty other... - March 08, 2007 - Datacraft Solutions
Ulti-Mate Connector, Inc. Launches New Family of Low-cost, High-reliability Micro-D Connectors
A new family of low-cost, high-reliability Micro-D connectors have been developed to solve common problems inherent with commercially-available Micro-D connectors. - March 07, 2007 - Ulti-Mate Connector, Inc.
DBI-Sala Introduces Their New Rollgliss® Rescue
Unique rescue system designed to enable a rescue to be performed by a person where rescue is not part of their normal job function. - March 06, 2007 - Capital Safety Australia
The Molybdenum Fabrication Experts
For over a decade, the “Tungsten Electrode Experts” at DGP have lead the welding industry in the precise manufacture of tungsten electrodes. However, DGP’s capabilities do not end with tungsten alone! With their state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff, DGP is also an... - March 05, 2007 - Diamond Ground Products
TRION:Z Announces Alliance with David Leadbetter
World's Top Instructor To Promote Trion:Z Bracelets And Necklaces - March 05, 2007 - TrionZ
Metal Detectable Plastic Cable Ties/Detectable Products
Metal Detectable Plastic Cable Ties are now available in more sizes and material options. - March 05, 2007 - E-Components & Chains Limited
OmniActive Commissions New Plant in Pune, India to Export Patent Protected Products
OmniActive Health Technologies, a part of the Rs.600crore JV Mariwala group commissioned a new natural API (Active Pharmaceutical Intermediate) plant at the International Bio-Tech Park, Hinjewadi in Pune today. Responding to the rapid growth of business out of its facilities in Cochin and Thane,... - March 02, 2007 - OmniActive Health Technologies Pvt Ltd
Cimnet Systems and Direct Logix Showcase Front-End Automation Solution for PCB Manufacturers at IPC Printed Circuits Expo, APEX and Designers Summit
Solution Allows PCB Manufacturers to Fully Automate Front-End Operations - March 01, 2007 - Consona
Acoustical Solutions, Inc. Opens New, Larger Office
Acoustical Solutions, Inc. is excited to announce their latest expansion plan, the opening of a new, larger office and manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. Acoustical Solutions will continue to provide soundproofing and noise control products and services with greater capacity for customer... - February 28, 2007 - Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
CEI Management at Six Sigma Training
CEI remains dedicated to continuous improvement. By implementing Six Sigma, CEI hopes to add to its impressive Total Quality Management System that already includes In-Process SPC and Lean Manufacturing principles. Last year, CEI purchased two Orion SPC Data Collection systems for... - February 27, 2007 - Component Engineers Inc.
Manufacturing Journalist Thomas R. Cutler Profiles Warehouse Control Systems in Quality Digest
Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler discussed the configurability and quality at the distribution center in the recent issue of Quality Digest. Cutler profiled WCS leader QC Software. According to Jerry List, vice-president of QC Software, a WCS firm based in Cincinnati,... - February 25, 2007 - Queen City Software, Inc.
QC Software WCS Outlined in DC Velocity
QC Software WCS Outlined in DC Velocity, covering WCS technology solutions and how it is used to ensure efficient operation of scheduling, picking, loading and delivery, thereby reducing costs and increasing customer satisfaction levels. - February 24, 2007 - Queen City Software, Inc.
Industry 2.0 Profiles ResourceMFG
According to manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler in the February issue of Industry 2.0, “Generic personnel placement organizations are failing to meet the specific employee requirements of industry segments including automotive, electronic, machining, sheet metal, fabrication, and many... - February 24, 2007 - ResourceMfg
FEECO International Reveals New Photo Library
FEECO International releases new photo library on their website. - February 23, 2007 - FEECO International, Inc
ResourceMFG Profiled in Fabricating & Metalworking
According to manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler in the current issue of Fabricating and Metalworking, “Quality welders are in short supply. The American Welding Society predicts that by 2010 demand for skilled welders may exceed the supply by about 200,000. Welders numbers dropped to... - February 21, 2007 - ResourceMfg
QuikCalc Formulas Now on Equipment Engineering Services Website
QuikCalcs, back-of-the-envelope mechanical engineering formulas, are on the Equipment Engineering Services website at www.iee.com. - February 21, 2007 - Equipment Engineering Services
Quatro Composites Launches Structural Optimization for Composites Parts
Quatro Composites introduces new design optimization methodology that improves the product development process. - February 13, 2007 - Quatro Composites
Sarah J. Bates Named Cambridge Who's Who Executive of the Year in Steel Processing Services
Sarah J. Bates president of New Technology Steel, LLC is one of the largest minority-owned flat-rolled service center networks in the U.S., has been named Cambridge Who's Who Executive of the Year in Steel Processing Services. - February 13, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Sportexe® Solidifies Lacrosse Commitment, Sponsors Face-Off Classic POG
On March 3 at M&T Bank Stadium, in what could be a precursor to the 2007 NCAA national championship to be hosted at M&T during Memorial Day weekend, the top four teams in the nation will meet in the inaugural lacrosse Face-Off Classic and Sportexe will be right there. Sportexe will... - February 09, 2007 - Sportexe
Acoustical Solutions Now Offers a Full Line of Firestopping Products to Defend Against Sound and Smoke
Firestop materials serve two primary purposes – they reduce sound transmission between rooms, and they block the spread of flame and smoke through the small spaces in a building. These products are appropriate for use in residential, commercial and industrial settings. - February 09, 2007 - Acoustical Solutions, Inc.
Minco Launches Flexible Heaters Design Guide at MD&M West 2007 - Responds to Increased Need for Education
As manufacturers pursue aggressive goals to create advanced applications, Minco recognizes that increased industry education is needed to achieve these goals. - February 08, 2007 - Minco
Jay Crider to Lead Sportexe Field Hockey Charge
Sportexe is proud to announce Jay Crider as its national field hockey sales manager for Sportexe, a global leader in the synthetic turf industry. Crider, a George Washington University grad, has spent more than three years with Sportexe covering the Mid-Atlantic region, and has more than 27... - February 07, 2007 - Sportexe