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Thought Leaders in Food Specifications Converge on Milwaukee’s Business Community
Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc., owners Helen Austin and Jackie Clark-Muhammad will discuss their successes in forging strategic business relationships with some of the world’s largest food and consumer goods companies. - February 10, 2012 - Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc.
Foamix Obtains India Patent for Its Emollient Foam Platform – The Ideal Vehicle for Dermatological Drugs
Foamix Ltd., a clinical-stage specialty pharmaceutical company, that is developing proprietary dermatological and gynecologic topical foam products, today announced that the company has been granted a patent from Indian Patent Office # IN 249626, entitled “Foam Carrier Containing Amphiphilic Copolymeric Gelling Agent.” - February 10, 2012 - Foamix Ltd
E&T Plastics Debuts at GlobalShop with Expanded Product Line
E&T Plastics, a leading distributor and manufacturer of custom plastic components, will be showcasing two additions to its product line – premium aluminum composite panels and Designboard by Vycom – at GlobalShop in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 29 - March 2. - February 09, 2012 - E&T Plastics
Masterpak to Exhibit PE Films for Fresh Produce Industry at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2012
Masterpak will showcase agricultural, horticultural, and industrial polyethylene (PE) films at Booth B-10, Hall 8.2, during FRUIT LOGISTICA 2012. - February 08, 2012 - INDEVCO Group
ComtekUSA Introduces Power-Free and Fan-Less Laptop Cooling Stand for Laptop Protection
Regular laptop cooling stands often consume more battery power and fail to protect the laptop from the excessive heat generated by the laptop components. Comtek USA has introduced a new laptop stand, the Cool Stand that does not require power or a fan for cooling. This unique laptop peripheral has... - February 08, 2012 - Comtek USA
Coastal Announces New Partnership with Polyurethane Machinery Corp.
Coastal expands its polyurethane spray foam fleet with equipment from Polyurethane Machinery Corp. - February 05, 2012 - Coastal
2012 ACPA Pipe School Swings for the Fences
Pipe industry to gather in Orlando for “Spring Training,” including plant tours, high-tech demos, DOT panel discussion and more. - February 01, 2012 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Plastic Resealable Bags Producer Excellent Poly Bags Presents Its Line of Printed Bags to Multi-Industry Manufacturers
Excellent Poly Bags, a plastic packaging producer, is promoting its customizable printed plastic bags to consumer goods manufacturers. - January 25, 2012 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Russwood Millwork and Stairs Offers Special Pricing on Stairs and Access Doors
Russwood Millwork and Stairs is announcing the following discounts: 1. Buy 50 standard boxed stairs and get the 51st stair free. 2. Buy 1 access door and receive a 10% discount on second access door. - January 18, 2012 - Russwood Millwork and Stairs
Concrete Pipe Rated Most Durable by DOTs, Specifiers
ACPA survey of key pipe customers also rates concrete as easiest to design, specify. - January 11, 2012 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Warehouse Expansion Means Faster Deliveries for E&T Plastics’ Northern Midwest Customers
Just five years after opening their sales and distribution center in Blaine, Minnesota, E&T Plastics has added 3,600-square-feet of warehousing space to the facility, increasing its overall size by 20 percent. A nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube and film, E&T Plastics opened... - December 22, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Plastic Manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags Highlights Recently Revamped Newspaper Plastic Bags Selection
Custom printed poly bags manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags recently revealed a line of newspaper bags intended to cut costs on newspaper advertising while increasing efficiency in delivery method. - December 16, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
AdvantaFlex(R) TPE from AdvantaPure(R) Now Available as Molded Components; Ideal for Simple Molded Manifold Assemblies for Sampling & Batch Fill Applications
Previously available only in tubing form, AdvantaFlex thermoplastic elastomer is now offered as molded components for biopharmaceutical manifold assembly applications. Wyes (Y), tees (T), cross (X) connectors, and reducer connectors, as well as sanitary ends and container closures, allow for single resin validation and one material contact surface. AdvantaFlex molded assemblies eliminate most barbed fitting connections and their leak potential while they provide an alternative to silicone. - December 02, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Plastic Packaging Company Excellent Poly Bags Reveals Poly Mailers for Durable and Affordable Holiday Shipping
Excellent Poly Bags—a New York plastic manufacturer specializing in polyethylene printed and non-printed bags—is urging companies to get orders for poly mailers in early to beat the holiday rush. - November 27, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
NewAge(R) Industries’ Employees Walk for Charity; Team Members Help Others & End Up Helping Themselves in the Process
Three of NewAge Industries’ team member committees – ESOP, Wellness, and Helping Hands – worked together to help those in need. Three charities benefited from the employees’ efforts, and employees became healthier themselves by literally walking an extra mile. The team wore pedometers during October and made charitable donations upon reaching milestones of five and then ten million steps collectively. The group also held a clothing drive and is now working on a food drive and Toys for Tots. - November 25, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
The Big5, the International Building and Construction Show in the UAE is the next Appointment for Profilpas
Profilpas, since 1976 producing profiles and finishes for the laying of floors and wall coverings, exports to more than 60 countries in the world and there’s another occasion, after Batimat in Paris to meet Profilpas: The Big 5 Show scheduled from the 21st to the 24th of November 2011 in Dubai. Profilpas will be present at Hall 5, Stand F230. - November 19, 2011 - Profilpas Spa
How2Media Announces That The Cary Company Will be Part of Its “World’s Greatest!...” Series
How 2 Media, the producers of the “World’s Greatest!...” television series have recently selected The Cary Company to be featured as part of their nationally broadcast show on the ion network. - November 18, 2011 - The Cary Company
Nylobrade(R), NewAge(R) Industries’ Signature Plastic Hose, Celebrates 55 Years of Service; Primary Applications Remain Fluid & Air Transfer
NewAge Industries proudly notes the 55th anniversary of its first plastic hose, Nylobrade. The product was introduced to the U.S. in 1956 and is still used today for air, gas, and fluid transfer in industries such as chemical, food and beverage, OEM, appliance, and even toy and spa. Nylobrade holds NSF certification for food equipment (NSF 51) and potable water (NSF 61). The hose is manufactured in the U.S. from non-toxic ingredients that conform to FDA and USP Class VI standards. - November 18, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Coastal to Host an Air Barrier Association of America Training Course
Coastal will be hosting an Air Barrier Association of America Spray Polyurethane Foam Installer training course, scheduled for November 29 – December 1, 2011. Two classes will be offered: the Installer Certification Training course (taking place on November 29 – December 1, 2011), and... - November 16, 2011 - Coastal
The PDS Technology, the Skirting Board Metal Line and the Range Cerfix for Ceramic Tile: the Players at Batimat 2011 by Profilpas
Profilpas presents also in France, during the Batimat 2011 scheduled from November the 7th to 12th in Paris, the PDS ® technology, Profilpas Digital System: the new digital printing system able to customize, even for limit orders, each profile. - November 04, 2011 - Profilpas Spa
Excellent Poly Bags Showcases Customizable Poly Bag Packaging for Food Manufacturers and Merchants
Excellent Poly Bags is currently promoting its food grade plastic packaging options for merchants and manufacturers, including staple packs for high-speed production and durable storage. - October 28, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Plastic Adds Magic to Newest Silkscreens by Eugene Brodsky
An exhibition of silkscreen and mixed media paintings by famed New York artist Eugene Brodsky opens on October 27, 2011, at the Sears-Peyton Gallery, 210 Eleventh Avenue, New York, New York. The solo exhibition, which will run through December 10, 2011, features a series of recent work that employs... - October 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Excellent Poly Bags Promotes Sustainability Through the Use of Poly Bag Packaging
By supplying a newly expanded selection of green polyethylene bags and packaging products, Excellent Poly Bags is giving businesses bagging options that are both sustainable and functional. - October 26, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
E&T Plastics Appoints Pam Aungst as E-Commerce Manager
E&T Plastics (http://www.e-tplastics.com), a nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pam Aungst to the newly created position of E-Commerce Manager. Aungst is based at the company’s Teterboro, New Jersey location, where she is... - October 25, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Protective Packaging Provides Corrosion Protection for the World’s Largest Radio Telescope (ALMA)
When it comes to protecting and transporting the world's largest telescope, effective protective packaging and corrosion protection is critical. - October 25, 2011 - Protective Packaging Corporation
Masterpak to Exhibit Agricultural, Horticultural, & Industrial Films at "Le Liban en France"
Masterpak will meet attendees and exhibit agricultural, horticultural and industrial plastic films at "Le Liban en France" exhibition 2011, Stand # C1, in Paris, France. Lebanon-based polyethylene (PE) film manufacturer aims to contribute to building French-Lebanese relations. - October 21, 2011 - INDEVCO Group
Rapid Prototyping Now Accessible to North Texas Innovators
Small businesses and innovators in Dallas / Fort Worth will now have a local source for high resolution 3D printing with the introduction of PartSnap. Rapid prototyping services offered by PartSnap greatly reduce product development time and aid in communications between designers, engineers, marketing and sales. - October 20, 2011 - PartSnap
NewAge(R) Industries Extends Its Excellent Product Quality Rating to Seven Straight Years; Results in Fewer Product Rejections & Problems for Customers
Tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries has now held a product quality rating of 99.7% or better for seven consecutive years. The company’s quality assurance procedures are aimed at reducing problems and rework for customers. NewAge commits a significant number of its team members to its quality department in order to maintain high quality product standards and lessen failures, rejections and returns. - October 15, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Masterpak Will Exhibit Agricultural & Horticultural Films at IndAgra 2011
Lebanon-based Masterpak with Ghesaf Trade will collaboratively exhibit agricultural and horticultural film solutions at IndAgra 2011, Hall C4, Stand # 73 – 74. Masterpak is a member of INDEVCO Flexible Packaging, a division of INDEVCO Group. - October 14, 2011 - INDEVCO Group
Turbo Shaker Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer
Active Ventures Unlimited will contribute $1 for any Turbo Shaker with a pink lid purchased during the month of October. - October 12, 2011 - Active Ventures Unlimited
ACPA Launches More Robust, User-Friendly Website
Industry-specific hub offers wealth of technical data, links and valuable content. - October 12, 2011 - American Concrete Pipe Association
Profilpas Presents the PDS Technology at MADE Expo in Milan, Italy: the New Digital Printing System
Profilpas, leader in finishes, profiles and skirting board has chosen the MADE Expo (Milan Architecture Design Building) to launch the PDS, Profilpas Digital System: the new digital printing system created to customize, even for limited orders, every profile. - October 12, 2011 - Profilpas Spa
The Murus Company Earns Forest Stewardship Certification
Murus Company structural insulated panel (SIPS) products earned the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification which helps builders and specifiers gain environmental and energy credits. - October 07, 2011 - The Murus Company
Fam Raises Breast Cancer Awareness During October 2011
Napco’s feminine hygiene brand, Fam, is spreading breast cancer awareness throughout October 2011, by sponsoring Zahra Breast Cancer Association’s campaign, "Hamlet Fam Zahra – Li’annaki Anti El Asas" in Saudi Arabia. INDEVCO Group, headquartered in Lebanon, is a managing partner of Napco. - October 06, 2011 - INDEVCO Group
AdvantaPure(R) to Highlight Single Use Systems & Leak-Proof Molded Components at Fall 2011 Pharmaceutical & Bioprocess Trade Shows
High purity tubing manufacturer AdvantaPure will exhibit at five trade shows this fall to showcase its single use systems and components for the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and bioprocess industries. Shows include Interphex Puerto Rico and the ISPE Annual Meeting where AdvantaPure will have product solutions on hand for fluid processing applications. Single use system materials include platinum-cured silicone and AdvantaFlex(R) biopharmaceutical grade TPE. - September 30, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Sanita Club Brand Launches "I Love KSA" Campaign to Celebrate Saudi National Day 2011
In celebration of Saudi National Day, Napco’s tissue and household disposables brand, Sanita Club, introduces for the 2nd consecutive year "I Love Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) – Mawtini" campaign. INDEVCO Group, headquartered in Lebanon, is a managing partner of Napco. In... - September 24, 2011 - INDEVCO Group
Saving for a Rainy Day with Harlequin
Harlequin Plastics has been celebrating the end of a successful season for its market leading brand of "RainStation" rainwater harvester tanks. - September 23, 2011 - Clarehill Plastics Limited
aturon GmbH Launches Moonlet iPad Accessory in the U.S.
Marcus Hoeglmeier, principal at aturon GmbH, today announced that Moonlet is now available in the U.S. through its sales and distribution partner Hudson Vandam LLC. Moonlets are a precision-engineered iPad accessory that enhances the functionality and longevity of the iPad while providing excellent... - September 17, 2011 - Moonlet
Snapshot of Americans' Hand Washing Habits
Americans are becoming more diligent about washing their hands after using a public restroom, according to a national survey conducted by Bradley Corporation of Menomonee Falls, a leading manufacturer of bathroom and locker room furnishings. In Bradley’s third annual Healthy Hand Washing... - September 15, 2011 - Bradley Corporation
Plascon Group Named to INC 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies
Plascon Group, a flexible packaging manufacturing company based in Traverse City, MI, has been included in Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest growing private companies. The Inc. 5000 list represents one of the most important sectors of the American economy, independent... - September 13, 2011 - Plascon Group
Profilpas, Leader in Technical Profiles and Finishes for Floors and Walls, at CERSAIE 2011 in Italy
For years Profilpas carefully studies the needs related to the laying of floors and wall coverings, the stylistic developments and the needs required by the design and practical application in order to offer even better products. - September 12, 2011 - Profilpas Spa
PCC (Plastics Color Corporation) Acquires Liquid Color Manufacturer
Plastics Color Corporation just announced the acquisition of Polysource LLC, a color and additives manufacturer in Tempe, AZ. - September 09, 2011 - Plastics Color Corporation
Innovative Uses for Vycom's Celtec for Campers, Retail Displays and Games
Vycom's Celtec material is an expanded PVC that has many innovative uses across several industries. Mostly known as highly printable and durable materials for indoor and outdoor applications, new application ideas for Celtec are coming up every day that have numerous benefits. - September 02, 2011 - Vycom Corp
PCC (Plastics Color Corporation) Materials Certified by NSF International
Plastics Color Corporation recently announced the certification of several color concentrates in its polypropylene product line by NSF International. - September 02, 2011 - Plastics Color Corporation
Izzi’s Solution to an Age Old Problem, Cooling Bath Water. An Innovative Redesign of the Typical Bathtub.
Izzi acrylic whirlpool factory introduces a new high efficiency Whirlpool tub that saves 38 percent of energy cost over the average 30 minute bath. This is accomplished by combining the Syllent heat pump and Izzi's, high efficiency insulation system. - September 01, 2011 - Izzi Bath and Spa
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Southbridge Homeowner Gets Rave Reviews for New Deck and Railing
Late summer into Fall can be a great time to get a deal on a new deck, especially if it is made with the latest weather-resistant materials. Old school of thought was that the wood deck has to be fresh in the spring or winter would take a toll on it. Not so with materials like AZEK, which resist rot, stains, splinters and scratches. A good cleaning and it's ready for that first Memorial Weekend barbecue. Marge Farrand a homeowner in Southbridge loves her new AZEK Deck and Railing! - August 27, 2011 - AZEK Building Products
Community Joins Together in Home Addition/Renovation for Wounded Marine, LCpl. Colin Pascik
Coastal and LaPolla were among those who donated labor, materials, and time to the renovation of a residence for LCpl. Colin Pascik, a Marine who was injured during his time in Afghanistan. One month after being deployed, LCpl. Pascik was hit by a pressure plate improved explosive device (IED),... - August 26, 2011 - Coastal
Arminak & Associates Inc. Announces the Release of the OMD-10
Arminak & Associates has just announced the release of their new OMD-10 model for cosmetic and personal care packaging. This innovative design converts in six easy steps to combine liquid and powder in one bottle. The product guarantees no mess, leaks or residue left behind. Arminak &... - August 25, 2011 - Arminak & Associates
AdvantaPure(R) Now Offers Hose Fittings of Stainless Steel, Molded Silicone, & Other Sanitary Materials for Pharmaceutical, Biologics and Chemical Fluid Flow Applications
Five fitting materials are now available from AdvantaPure for secure connections involving high purity fluid transfer. Supplied attached to tubing or reinforced hose, the fittings give customers a choice for optimal performance in various applications. Stainless steel, silicone, TPE, Hytrel(R), and polypropylene options offer features such as smooth finishes for unobstructed flow, chemical resistance, and use with a wide range of temperatures. - August 25, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.