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Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment, LLC Stocking 11,000 lb 2 Post Lifts
Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment, LLC now has the PRO 11000ACD3 2 Post Lift in stock and ready for pick up at their store, located at 1298 Rte 3a in Bow, NH. This 11,000 lb. two post direct drive asymmetric lift features dual cylinder direct pull lifting, in addition to triple telescoping arms... - February 27, 2015 - NHProEquip
New Senior Vice President Joins MASA Assist
MASA Assist (Medical Air Services Association) welcomes new Senior Vice President, Randal Mitchell. Randal’s background spans over thirty years of progressive experience in leading organizations, strategic planning, operations, marketing, public speaking, product development and regulatory... - February 26, 2015 - MASA Assist
David Hobbs Honda Wins Inaugural DealerRater Award
Award recognizes top auto dealers in U.S./Canada that demonstrate excellent customer service. - February 26, 2015 - David Hobbs Honda
Bastian Solutions Material Handling Featured in ProMat 2015 One Minute Video Contest
Bastian Solutions entered into the ProMat 2015 one-minute video contest. Registration is required to vote for the video. ProMat 2015 is giving exhibitors one-minute to convince every attendee that they need to come to their booth. To view and vote for the one-minute video about Bastian Solutions,... - February 26, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
RFJ Auto Partners Acquires Miller Mazda KIA
RFJ Auto Partners gains new auto dealership in Waco, Texas. - February 26, 2015 - RFJ Auto Partners
SGS Informs on France Setting Limits of Bisphenol A in Paper and EFSA Lowers Tolerable Daily Intake of BPA
France recently clarified the acceptable limits of Bisphenol A (BPA) in paper and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) significantly lowered the safe exposure level of BPA. - February 26, 2015 - SGS
Outstanding Optical Fibre Flag Labels at Data Centre World 2015
Silver Fox showcases Optical Fibre Flag Labels at Data Centre World 2015. - February 26, 2015 - Silver Fox Limited
ECO Fuel Systems Shares - What Fleet Managers Need to Know About Diesel Particulate Filters
Diesel engines built Jan. 1, 2007 and thereafter are required to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) particulate matter (PM) emissions, also known as soot. - February 25, 2015 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
TraceGains 2015 Customer Conference Next Week Attracts Major Food Supply Companies
TraceGains, the leading automated supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution for the food supply chain, is hosting the second annual Customer Conference for customers of TraceGains. The conference is March 4-5 at Grand Hyatt - Downtown Denver. March 4th attendees will choose... - February 25, 2015 - TraceGains Inc.
Magline Promotions Featured in Materials Management and Distribution
Magline's announcement of executive promotions were profiled in Materials Management and Distribution (MM&D), sponsored by Canada's Supply Chain Magazine. According to the MM&D staff writer, Magline, Inc. has promoted Bill Joseph to vice-president of sales. He brings over 25 years of... - February 25, 2015 - Magline, Inc.
Returning Home Vets Get Free Limo Ride
Aprodlimo Service LLC, a local Lehigh Valley Limo/Car service has announced that, they will offer free limo/car service from the airport to the Lehigh Valley area for returning home veterans. "It is our way of saying thank you," said Adam Chalecki owner of Aprodlimo. If you are a... - February 25, 2015 - Aprodlimo Service LLC
TRI Announces Establishment of Houston Global Trade Office and Relocation of Mr. Waheeb R. Malik
TRInternational, Inc. (TRI Chemicals), a global chemical distributor, announced today the establishment of their new Global Trading Office in Houston, TX and the move of Mr. Waheeb R. Malik from Dubai to the US. Mr. Waheeb R. Malik, TRI’s Commercial Manager of Global Exports & Trade,... - February 25, 2015 - TRInternational, Inc.
Emerson Releases New PAINE 226-30-0020 Series CANopen® Submersible Differential Transmitter
Emerson (NYSE: EMR) announced today the release of the new PAINE 226-30-0020 Series Transmitter. Designed specifically for remote subsea submersible applications. - February 25, 2015 - Emerson, Rosemount Specialty Products, LLC
Local NJ Limo Service Expands Service Area
Aprodlimo, a limousine rental and town car service based in Piscataway, New Jersey has recently enlarged their coverage area to include Easton, PA and its surrounding areas. This expansion was made in order to widen the company’s general service area and make quality transportation services... - February 25, 2015 - Aprodlimo Service LLC
RemoteTOP Convertible Top Controller for Porsche 911 Carrera Convertible Reduced
Manufacturer Mods4cars has lowered the price for the RemoteTOP add-on Convertible Top Controller for Porsche 911 Carrera (996) Convertibles. The product allows one-touch top operation from the original key fob remote. - February 24, 2015 - Mods4cars
TraceGains Conference Sponsor at Food Safety Summit Expo and Conference April 28
TraceGains will be exhibiting at the Food Safety Summit from April 28-30 at the Baltimore Convention Center, MD. TraceGains, a Conference Sponsor, will be at Booth #715. The Food Safety Summit is a solutions-based conference and expo designed to meet the educational and information needs of the... - February 22, 2015 - TraceGains Inc.
System Integrators Highlight Best Practices for Equipment and Processes
When designing a material handling system, it is important to refer to best practices to ensure that all the equipment and processes—including manual, semi-automated and automated—in a facility work together as a unified, system. By analyzing the goals of the material handling process... - February 21, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
West Coast Customs Partners with SMTCL, World's Largest Machine Tool Company
The famous West Coast Customs is now manufacturing in shop to reduce time and costs. This is all made possible with their new VMC from the world's largest machine tool company, SMTCL. - February 21, 2015 - SMTCL Americas
Access Self Storage Donates Two Weeks in Paradise to Lancaster Chamber
At the Lancaster Chamber of Commerce’s annual gala, Baylyne Blan walked away with something that takes relaxation to new levels: two weeks in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, at the boutique Green Iguana Hotel. Access Self Storage and its owners, Doug and David Hunt, are no strangers to... - February 21, 2015 - Access Self Storage & Truck Rental
Mobile Safety Accessories LLC, Introduces Android-Based Rear View Mirror
Mobile Safety Accessories LLC, a Michigan-based automotive safety company, introduces the first Android powered rear view mirror for driving applications. - February 21, 2015 - Mobile Safety Accessories
SGS Announces Updated List of European Standards Under General Product Safety Directive
The list of European standards, titles and references has been updated for certain product categories under the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD). - February 21, 2015 - SGS
Bastian Solutions Names Operation Detail as Effective Sortation System Featured in Automation Publication
Bastian Solutions, a global material handling systems integrator and expert in eCommerce fulfillment automation, was featured in Automation and Controls Today. Joe Campbell, Bastian Solutions’ Applications Engineer authored the article titled, “The Top 3 Specifications for Designing... - February 20, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
Ainsworth Trailer Repair Service Explains the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Standard
Trailer repair service company Ainsworth Trailer Repair is sharing their knowledge of the Original Equipment Manufacturer Standard, or OEM, for their customers and those interested in learning about its importance. - February 20, 2015 - Ainsworth Trailer Repair Inc.
EMKA UK at Data Centre World, Stand No. H50
EMKA (UK) will be exhibiting their new BioLock system at the 2015 Data Centre World Exhibition. The EMKA BioLock provides unique fingerprint technology stored and processed in the handle on the cabinet with an “Indisputable Audit Trail” to protect valuable data. - February 20, 2015 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
TraceGains Discusses Food Regulations with Baylen Linnekin Executive Director for Keep Food Legal
FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) and menu labeling are timely topics now in the world of food policy and regulation. Chelsey Davis, TraceGains’ Digital Marketing Specialist, explored the policy implications on the company blog. Davis interviewed Baylen Linnekin, Executive Director for... - February 19, 2015 - TraceGains Inc.
Bastian Solutions Success at WestPack Conference Leads to ProMat 2015 in March
Bastian Solutions exhibited at the WestPack Conference in Anaheim, CA earlier in February. Bastian Solutions’ software group demonstrated Pick-to-light, which is an automated, paperless picking solution for order fulfillment. It also supports wave picking and put-to-light. It is a... - February 19, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
New Self-Adhesive P/TAG Labels to be Introduced by Silver Fox
Silver Fox announce 6 new P/TAG Self Adhesive Labels. - February 19, 2015 - Silver Fox Limited
Donlen Named Finalist in Two Categories in the 2015 Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, today announced that they have been named a finalist in the Front-Line Customer Service Team of the Year as well as the New Business Intelligence Solution categories... - February 18, 2015 - Donlen
Fix Auto Announces Charlie Rich to Management Team
Fix Auto USA team is welcoming a new member to their management team. - February 18, 2015 - Fix Auto USA
All Guard Self Storage, Griffin, Georgia, Sold
All Guard Self Storage, located in Griffin, Georgia was sold in early February to Store Here adding to their presence in the market area. Dale C. Eisenman, CCIM of Midcoast Properties, Inc. a leading self storage broker in the Southeast represented the seller and had the listing to market the... - February 18, 2015 - Midcoast Properties, Inc.
Pricol Completes Acquisition of Melling
Pricol acquired 99.9% of stake in Melling, Brazil based automotive parts manufacturer, which made sales revenue of USD 301 million during 2013. - February 18, 2015 - Pricol Ltd
Donlen Unveils Dealer Direct, a New Remarketing Channel Designed to Improve Returns and Efficiency
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, today officially launched Donlen Dealer Direct, a new and unique remarketing channel designed to improve returns for customers. Donlen Dealer Direct allows Donlen to... - February 17, 2015 - Donlen
Donlen Named a Top Outsourcing Provider for the Ninth Time
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, today announced that they have been honored as a Global Outsourcing Company. Donlen has been selected for The 2015 Global Outsourcing 100® list in the Leader... - February 17, 2015 - Donlen
Travel is Planned. Accidents Are Not. MASA Assist Will Take Care of You During an Unplanned Emergency or Unexpected Health Crisis.
When one travels, airline reservations and hotel accommodations are made in advance. However, they don't plan for emergencies or accidents in advance. MASA Assist provides benefits that allow travelers to have peace of mind knowing that they will be taken care of when traveling. - February 17, 2015 - MASA Assist
SGS Informs on USDA 2013 Food Pesticide Program
On 19 December 2014, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) published their 2013 data from the pesticide program. - February 17, 2015 - SGS
nextbike Shifts Gears with Launch of Pittsburgh Bikeshare and Other New US Programs, FCC Certification
With dozens of nextbike programs already operating around the globe, the German-based bike sharing firm has obtained FCC certification and will soon deploy systems in the cities of Pittsburgh, West Palm Beach, Weehawken and Hoboken. - February 15, 2015 - nextbike, Inc. | nextbike GmbH
Ergonomics Program Reduces Workplace Injuries and Improves Employee Health
Delivering Excellence newsletter reported St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center with 1,300 employees, implemented the IMPACC—the Industrial Athlete “WorkSmart” Ergonomics Program in 1998. Since implementation, St. Luke’s has reported several improvements in employee... - February 15, 2015 - Magline, Inc.
Completely Avoidable Food Recalls Predicted to Continue Into 2015
The trend of food recalls will likely continue in 2015. Chelsey Davis, TraceGains’ Digital Specialist reported on more concerning cases, “California Snack Foods Inc. of South El Monte, CA, issued a voluntary recall of California Snack Foods brand caramel apples with a best use by date... - February 14, 2015 - TraceGains Inc.
Direct Store Delivery Gives Manufacturer More Replenishment Control
Delivering Excellence newsletter reported the critical role of Direct Store Delivery by Mondelēz International’s in Logistics Viewpoints. Direct Store Delivery gives the manufacturer more control over replenishment and merchandising within the store. Headquartered in Deerfield, IL,... - February 14, 2015 - Magline, Inc.
Bastian Solutions ProMat Seminar Highlights Building Blocks for Achieving Same-Day Order Fulfillment
Bastian Solutions, a global material handling systems integrator and expert in eCommerce fulfillment automation, will be exhibiting at the ProMat Conference at booth #3953 in Chicago, IL from March 23-26, 2015. Bastian Solutions will conduct an important seminar titled, “The Building Blocks... - February 14, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
SGS Announces China Updated National Food Safety Standard GB 2760 for Uses of Food Additives
An update of the national food safety standard for uses of food additives (GB 2760-2014) has been issued by the People’s Republic of China National Health and Family Planning Commission in the No. 21st official announcement on 31 December 2014. - February 14, 2015 - SGS
NAFEMS Launch Free Webinar - How FMI Enables Process Innovation
The Functional Mockup Interface (FMI) is a relatively recent standard for model exchange and co-simulation of dynamic models on the system and component level. It has been adopted by vendors and users alike at an amazing pace (more than 60 tools at the moment) because it addresses a critical pain... - February 14, 2015 - NAFEMS Ltd.
Toomey Leasing Group Looking Forward to an Exciting 2015
Toomey Leasing Group; The UK’s biggest independent provider of vehicle fleet and leasing solutions is looking forward to a successful 2015 following 3 successive years of growth. - February 13, 2015 - Toomey Lease
Spiceroads Cycle Tours Launches Bicycle Tour in Madagascar
Discover unique species of animals and plants as you cycle and hike through a country so incomparable to anywhere else in the world it is dubbed the "eighth continent." - February 13, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Women Solving Trucking Industry Shortage
Only 5.2 percent of semi-truck drivers in the U.S. are women, yet there is a shortage of 30,000 truckers nationwide. According to Delivering Excellence newsletter the shortage is expected to grow to more than 200,000 in the next decade. Ellen Voie, president and chief executive of the Women in... - February 13, 2015 - Magline, Inc.
Food Service Industry Represents 47 Percent Food Dollars Spent in USA
276 million meals are consumed away from home in the U.S. alone. That could be a son or daughter grabbing lunch with a friend at college, a business dinner with a client at a steakhouse, or a sub on the go with some teammates after a soccer game. It also includes a meal at a hospital, a care... - February 13, 2015 - Magline, Inc.
TraceGains 2015 Customer Conference Experiencing Strong Registration
TraceGains, the leading automated supplier, compliance, and regulatory document management solution for the food supply chain, is hosting the second annual Customer Conference for customers of TraceGains. The conference is March 4-5 at Grand Hyatt - Downtown Denver. Gary Nowacki, CEO of TraceGains... - February 13, 2015 - TraceGains Inc.
Bastian Solutions Helped Monoprice Increased Daily Order Fulfillment Featured in Business Excellence
An energy-efficient conveyor system from Hytrol Conveyor Company and integration partner, Bastian Solutions and helped Monoprice increase throughput from 4,000 orders to nearly 14,000 orders per day. Bastian Solutions was chosen as the Monoprice integration solutions provider and implemented a... - February 13, 2015 - Bastian Solutions
Towing Company Alpine Towing Adds Modified Snow Cat to Fleet
Colorado-based towing company Alpine Towing has recently added a modified snow cat with a 15,000 pound boom to its fleet to aid them in winter weather recoveries. - February 12, 2015 - Alpine Towing & Recovery
High Desert River Outfitters’ 2015 Whitewater Rafting Season is Approaching
Oregon Rafting is a Fun and Exciting Way to Get Active. - February 12, 2015 - High Desert River Outfitters