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Claydell Announces the Release of its New Quality Laptop Bags, Cases and Totes

As of this posting, Claydell is custom making their bags one by one at the founders home. Although they are a small operation, the construction quality of their cases and totes is excellent. The rugged ToteLT should last for many years. Claydell is currently seeking a contractor to manufacture their new product line which Claydell says will be exciting. - April 17, 2006 - Claydell

After Losing Father, Atlanta Photographer Says "The Show Must Go On"

Atlanta photographer dedicates her photography show to her father, who recently died at age 58 of a heart attack. - April 17, 2006 - Sweetfrenchtoast, Inc.

Bikini Myth Crumbles as the Truth About Bikinis is Revealed by Hot New Aussie Swimwear Design Team at Mercedes Australia Fashion Week

Proof that the Bikini was invented thousands of years ago dances down the catwalk when Aussie Label MaraJoara launches their 2006 Spring/Summer Collection at Mercedes Australia Fashion Week. - April 17, 2006 - MaraJoara

Cedar Hill Publishing Offers Services to New Clients

Services offered to a new market – a publisher offering services to other publishers. - April 15, 2006 - Cedar Hill Publishing

Is Tequila The New Vodka? Vodka May Soon Have a New Competitor

Tequila isn’t just for Spring Breakers, margaritas or “bad” girls anymore. Across the country, Tequila sales are continuing to grow at a healthy clip, driven by the popularity of Mexican and Southwestern dining and consumer interest in upscale, distinctive potables. - April 15, 2006 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.

Fortitech to Boost Baby Boomers’ Health Habits at IFT in Orlando

Fortitech, Inc., the world leader in custom nutrient premixes, is focusing its sights on baby boomers and that group’s growing drive toward achieving better health and overall wellness at the 2006 IFT Food Expo. - April 15, 2006 - Fortitech, Inc.

Jazz Golf Announces the Sandra Post Appearances

Sandra Post is appearing at key locations across Canada to promote her latest golf clubs. The theme is “Equipment Can Make All the Difference”. There are over 15 stops booked for April helping to meet Sandra’s goal of reaching as many people as possible. Participants at each... - April 14, 2006 - Jazz Golf Equipment Inc.

Novaflex U-Lok 1110 Fume Control Duct

The Novaflex Group is proud to announce the launch of their brand new U-Lok 1110 Fume Control Duct. U-Lok 1110 is specifically designed for the removal of extremely noxious fumes common in many of today’s workplaces and is constructed to withstand extremely harsh environments. - April 14, 2006 - Novaflex Group

Icon of Ventriloquism Closes his Doors

After 70 years Maher Studios is going out of business. This leaves a hole in the world of ventriloquism. - April 14, 2006 - Lovik's Puppets

Baxa Corporation Wins National Design Awards from Graphic Design USA Magazine

Two campaigns designed and executed by the Baxa in-house design team have been selected for 2006 American Inhouse Design Awards for creative work on a recent direct mail campaign (‘right equipment’) and a national customer promotion (‘real pharmacy’). Graphic Design USA – a national magazine for design professionals – has sponsored design competitions for four decades. The 2006 winners were chosen from nearly 3,500 submissions, less than 20% of which received awards. - April 13, 2006 - Baxa Corporation

Vestarr Names Marketing Executive

Vestarr, LLC today announced the selection of Greg Womble as its Vice President for Marketing. Womble’s 25 years of business experience includes service as Marketing Director for Openshaw Media Group, Inc., a custom developer of Internet applications and digital media. He was also Managing... - April 13, 2006 - Linearstone Holding Corporation

Successful Software Selection Project by Following the Right Process

The steps when entering into a software selection process involves a lot more than just finding a reputable software developer or reseller. The following outline is an excerpt from the Technology Group International (TGI) Software Selection Process Steps and Timeline white paper. This document... - April 13, 2006 - Technology Group International, Ltd.

Keep Kitchen and Bath Areas Cleaner, Longer - Looking Better than New

Tekon has just introduced a chemical free green protective treatment and cleaning system for kitchens, baths, stone, glass, and countertops. Tekon's products seal the surface to protect it from viruses, germs, bacteria, mold, and other harmful toxins. Surfaces are maintained with Empowered Daily and Empowered Plus Weekly sprays applied with microfiber cloths. - April 13, 2006 - Tekon Corporation

BlackOut™ Infrared HMMWV Vehicle Filters Help Protect Our Troops Overseas

US Night Vision Corp. has developed a complete line of Mil-Spec BlackOut™ Infrared Filter Kits for US Military HMMWV, 2-1/2, 5, 7 Ton Trucks and Trailers. These inexpensive kits allow our troops to fight and travel more safely at night. - April 13, 2006 - US Night Vision Corporation

IndustrialLeaders.com Adds Hundreds of Suppliers to its Popular Bearings Buying Guide

Bearings Buying Guide swells to thousands of new offerings from manufacturers in North America, United Kingdom, Asia and European Union countries. - April 12, 2006 - IndustrialLeaders.com

Manufacturing Journalist Cutler Profiles ERP Software Enterprise 21 at Automation.com

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled the significant ERP variables for Food Manufacturers at Automation.com (www.automation.com). According to Cutler’s article, the plant floor automation issues unique to the food manufacturing sector are significant. Finding an ERP (enterprise... - April 12, 2006 - Technology Group International, Ltd.

H.M. Cragg Co. Helps Businesses Prepare For Storm Season Offering Strategies To Keep Critical Business Systems, “Power Up”

H.M. Cragg Co. provides companies with smart, cost-effective strategies to maintain power during the upcoming storm season via battery maintenance, surge protection and Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS). - April 12, 2006 - H.M. Cragg Co.

Thermal-Eye X200xp Thermal Imaging Camera Now Available at Morovision Night Vision

The Thermal-Eye X200xp Thermal Imager Camera - The next generation of the world’s smallest thermal imaging camera, the Thermal-Eye X200xp incorporates the industry’s leading imaging technology and offers unmatched value at an affordable price. - April 12, 2006 - Morovision Night Vision

International Profit Associates Launches Magazine Website

International Profit Associates announce the launch of a new website dedicated to its official publication, IPA’s Business Today. - April 12, 2006 - IPA

Jeans in Naomi Campbell Arrest Identified as Chip & Pepper Denim - Company Releases Limited Edition T-shirt to Chronicle Occurance

The jeans in dispute in the Naomi Campbell alleged assault have been identified as Chip & Pepper’s bestselling NIK jean. The designing duo are now selling a limited edition T-shirt that says “Naomi Hit Me… For My Chip & Pepper Denim.” - April 11, 2006 - LA Lab

IndustrialLeaders.com Increases Offerings of Building Materials for its On-line Buying Guide

Hundreds of international manufacturers and distributors added to the leading Building Materials Buying Guide at IndustrialLeaders.com - April 11, 2006 - IndustrialLeaders.com

The Combination of Disability and Bedding Prove Valuable

Ross Goldberg, owner of Memory Foam Furniture, is a disabled veteran of the Iraqi war era. Upon purchasing an expensive memory foam mattress, he became infatuated with the cost. Now he operates one of the largest bedding companies online. - April 11, 2006 - Memory Foam Furniture

New Revolutionary Safety Device for Recreational Vehicles

Lifesaving braking device for motorcycles, street bikes, ATV’s and snowmobiles If you believe safety helmet is a must when driving a motor vehicle, then one should not drive without lifesaver TCB™ safety device. - April 10, 2006 - MBJ Technologies LLC

Naomi Campbell's Latest Tirade Launches the Summer's New "Must-Have T-shirt" by Fashion Designer-to-the Stars, Mal Sirrah

Personal assistants and domestic workers should take the advice of a new must-have T-shirt: "Naomi Campbell slapped me - and I slapped the b$#*h back!" Designed by New York based designer-to-the stars, Mal Sirrah. - April 07, 2006 - One Dress Project

Datacraft Solutions’ CTO Quantifies ROI for Digital Kanban

According to Justin Diana, Chief Technology Officer, for Digital Kanban pioneer Datacraft Solutions, Inc. (www.datacraftsolutions.com) based in Durham, North Carolina, “Lean ROI is based on metrics; primarily cold, hard, RELIABLE numbers. Distributed financial data or paper-driven reports are... - April 07, 2006 - Datacraft Solutions

AFSI Receives ETA Certification

On September 15, 2005 the Electronics Technicians Association (ETA) certified Ampenol Fiber Systems International (AFSI) to offer the M28876 training. - April 07, 2006 - Fiber Systems International

Manufacturing Journalist Cutler Profiles ERP Software in Food & Drug Packaging

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiles the role of ERP (enterprise resource planning) software due to government regulations and customer compliance issues in Food & Drug Packaging magazine. According to Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International (www.tgiltd.com)... - April 06, 2006 - Technology Group International, Ltd.

New Sport Collectible Hits the Market Design by a Woman

Sport Card Creations, Inc. now at bat with the bases loaded. - April 06, 2006 - Sport Card Creations, Inc.

Baxa Corporation Announces Its UK Subsidiary, Baxa Ltd, to Expand into New Facilities, More than Doubling in Size from the Present Location

International healthcare-product manufacturer, Baxa Ltd, UK subsidiary of Denver-based Baxa Corporation, announces the relocation of its sales and marketing operations to Bracknell, Berkshire, as of the end of April. The new 10,000-square foot facility includes state-of-the-art demonstration rooms and enhanced training areas. Baxa Corporation’s investment in Baxa Ltd’s new Berkshire location provides a foundation for rapid sales expansion in the UK and across Europe. - April 05, 2006 - Baxa Corporation

New Functionality in the Latest Release of Enterprise 21 ERP Software

Technology Group International Announces New Functionality in the Latest Release of Enterprise 21 ERP Software. - April 05, 2006 - Technology Group International, Ltd.

Power Partners Recognized Datacraft Solutions Supplier Day Awards Conference

On March 28th in Athens, Georgia, Datacraft Solutions, the leading digital kanban firm based in Durham, NC was recognized at the Power Partners Supplier Day Awards Conference. According to Steve Hollis, CEO of Power Partners, “We recognize that excellence can only be achieved through a strong... - April 05, 2006 - Datacraft Solutions

hiddenelements.com Helps Unify Image Editing for Photoshop Elements Users with a New Newsletter, Custom Tools, Book and Image Editing Classes

Richard Lynch and Hidden Power are releasing a new Hidden Power Elements newsletter (Volume 15), a new 100 tool Power Tools set for Elements users (for Mac and PC), a new Hidden Power book for Photoshop Elements 4 (Mac and PC), and a new 8-week internet class on the Photoshop Elements Workflow. - April 05, 2006 - HiddenElements.com

Celebrate Spring with the Shawangunk Wine Trail Pasta Primo Vino Event April 22-23, 2006

Shawangunk Wine Trail celebrates spring with their popular Pasta Primo-Vino event April 22 -23, 2006 - April 05, 2006 - Shawangunk Wine Trail

Storm Catcher Hurricane Wind Abatement Screen Clears Final Hurdle for Broadened State Approval

The Florida Building Commission has issued State Approval #6288 to the Storm Catcher Hurricane Wind Abatement Screen, making Storm Catcher the largest manufacturer of State-approved Hurricane Wind Abatement Screens in the United States. Storm Smart, the Parent Company to the Storm Catcher... - April 03, 2006 - Storm Smart

Jax Wax - The Choice of Auto Care Professionals – is Now Available to the Public in the Greater Buffalo, NY Area

Jax Wax, a complete line of car care products and the top choice of professional auto detailers for over fifteen years, is now available to the public in the Buffalo, New York area for the first time. From the wipe-on/wipe-off carnauba wax to the upholstery cleaner that requires just a little... - April 03, 2006 - Jax Wax

Country Meadow Launches New Website Along with New Spring Spa Collection

Spring is here along with a new spa collection created in fragrances pleasing to both men and women. Redesigned website makes navigation and shopping easier and more efficient. - March 31, 2006 - Country Meadow

Anchor Packaging Introduces its New Crystal Classics™ Salad Bowls

Anchor Packaging introduces a new line of salad bowls and lids for restaurant and supermarket takeout. Available in 24 and 32 oz sizes. - March 31, 2006 - Anchor Packaging Inc.

International Profit Associates Judge "Students in Free Enterprise" Chicago Regional Competition

Larry Lang, International Profit Associate’s executive director of human resources, reviewed and rated the performance of the SIFE collegiate teams and submitted entries. - March 31, 2006 - IPA

Jax Wax Shines at the 35th Mid America Trucking Show

In the product lines first appearance at the “Largest Trucking Industry Show in North America” Jax Wax products were used on award winning trucks competing in Paul K. Young Memorial Truck Beauty Championship – referred to as the “Daytona 500 of all Truck Shows”. Jax Wax products also won over other contenders in the 2nd Annual Big-Rig Build Off with many becoming exclusive and proud users after experiencing the product line first-hand. - March 31, 2006 - Jax Wax

Baby Gifting with Style and Practicality Finally Hits the Internet

Online baby gift boutique re-launches web site and introduces a high-end offering of baby gift baskets. - March 30, 2006 - Puddin' n' Pie

Miracle Drywash Receives Endorsement from South East Water

Unique waterless carwash solution set to save millions of gallons of water annually. - March 30, 2006 - SJK Products Ltd

All Natural Flawless Skin with Powdation

Element5 Mineral Makeup introduces a new trend in makeup called Powdation. - March 30, 2006 - Element5 Mineral Makeup

New Age Diamonds: Your Personal Diamond Created from Human or Animal Hair

New Age Diamonds proudly presents a new and unique patented product, "Your Personal Diamond" (YPD) - personalized lab-grown diamonds created from human or animal hair. The product is for the funeral and pet market as well as other jewelry related industries such as weddings, gifts and beauty salons. - March 30, 2006 - New Age Diamonds

2006 Celebrity Fashion Trends: Sapphire Colors Bloom on the Red Carpet

As the Hollywood awards season heated up to its Oscars’ night climax, many celebrity trend-setters were found reveling in brilliant sapphire colors... A sudden desire for exuberance and sun-drenched colors appears ready to take hold of the coming 2006 spring/summer season, with radiant sapphire capturing the spirit of the day. - March 30, 2006 - the rainbow sapphire collection™

Recent Headlines Within Manufacturing

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