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Modular Security Systems, Inc. (MSSI) Announces Modern, Electronic Brass Shack
The phrase, "Brass Me In" may be just a figure of speech before long. Modular Security Systems, Inc. (MSSI) of Ironton, Ohio has devised what they call an "electronic brass shack" or a "modern time alley". In 2004 MSSI invented and applied for a patent for the MAC... - April 02, 2009 - Modular Security Systems Inc.
Champion-Arrowhead is Announcing New Southwest Rep Daigle & Associates and the Acquisition of Valcon Valve
Champion-Arrowhead would like to announce the new Southwest Rep Daigle & Associates, effective April 23, 2009. Champion-Arrowhead is also excited to announce the acquisition of Valcon Valve. Effective April 1, 2009, the Valcon brand will become “Valcon, by Champion.” - April 01, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
PythonX Fabricates Complex Structural Steel Beam 88% Faster
A timed demonstration of complete fabrication of an eight foot W16x31 structural beam, using the PythonX CNC robotic fabrication system was recently videotaped and released to the public. The video can be streamed from the “Economics” page of the PythonX web site, www.pythonx.com. In... - April 01, 2009 - PythonX Robotic Structural Steel Fabrication System
Burlington Automation Expands to New Facility
Growth of PythonX sales motivates move into larger facility in nearby Hamilton, Ontario. - March 29, 2009 - PythonX Robotic Structural Steel Fabrication System
Safety at It’s "Level" Best
No longer just about truck campers, Torklift International responds to customer feedback requesting a Chevy/GMC version of their popular suspension accessory the "Stableload" with a new, four-way adjustable model. The new Chevy/GMC Stableload activates the factory overload springs earlier to reduce sway, body roll, and other undesirable ride characteristics that can lead to accidents. The Torklift Stableload line is the biggest innovation in towing and hauling safety since airbags. - March 26, 2009 - Torklift International
The Directory of Landscape Curb Contractors Has Expanded to Canada
The Directory of Landscape Curb Contractors found at www.curbdirectory.com has expanded and now offers its services to all the curb contractors in Canada. The curb directory is a free service offered by Curb King to all Curbing contractors. It has been a great resource for curb contractors and... - March 14, 2009 - Curb King
Fixsor.com Opens Its Free Online Local Contractor Finder to the Public
Find local contractors in 3 easy steps without disclosing personal information. - February 26, 2009 - FixSor.com
From Earthy Origins to a Decadent Delivery, Truffles Are Growing on Gourmet Foodies and Farmers Alike
On March 5th through 8th, in Asheville, NC, the exquisite mushroom will bring together artists and chefs, farmers and sommeliers, musicians and dog-trainers for the First Annual National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com). - February 25, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Made in America - A Letter from the CEO of Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
This open letter to you, our customers, is meant to provide you with some thoughts on what we at Champion-Arrowhead, in partnership with you, can do to help the US Economy. Our team is committed to continue employing Americans in manufacturing and to doing everything in our power to add jobs in America. We have been doing it successfully since 1936, and we are proud of it. “Made in America” helps solve many economic issues facing our customers and our country. - February 14, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
Martel Bucks Recession and Ramps Up Production for Same Day Order Shipping
Unlike many companies in the process calibrator industry who are laying people off during this recession and pulling back inventory, Martel has positioned themselves to do the opposite. Their intent is to fill stock with their precision process calibrators, thereby enabling same day shipment on orders. - February 12, 2009 - Martel Electronics
Keep Up with the Vanderbilt’s? Try Keeping Up with the Ramble.
In anticipation of Asheville’s upcoming National Truffle Fest (www.NationalTruffleFest.com), Biltmore Farms breaks new ground by planting a truffle orchard donated by Garland Truffles in the Ramble – the company’s luxury residential community (www.RambleBiltmoreForest.com). - February 06, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Lower Costs and Boost Performance with the New BBI Trooper
A tough new player was recently introduced in the fertilizer spreader arena. Barron and Brothers International is now offering The Trooper, a hard working, well built spreader designed for fleet application. The Trooper is a tandem axle, ground wheel drive fertilizer spreader that is easy to... - January 28, 2009 - BBI Spreaders
America’s First Annual Truffle Fest Will be a North Carolina Affair
Tickets now on sale for the March 5-8, 2009 culinary event to be held in Asheville, North Carolina at www.NationalTruffleFest.com. - January 06, 2009 - National Truffle Fest
Coneqtec Corp. Announces Acquisition of Terramite, Inc. Assets
Future Infrastructure Investment Motivates Company to Broaden Distribution Channels and Invest Its Management and Manufacturing Expertise Into Niche Construction Market. - January 01, 2009 - Coneqtec Corporation, Inc.
A New Name for Towing Power
Recognized leader in the towing industry Torklift International proudly presents the newest in their line of heavy hauling hitches, the Superhitch Magnum. The Superhitch Magnum is the highest rated class V hitch around and features no drill applications and Torklift's industry exclusive lifetime warranty. - December 18, 2008 - Torklift International
Mill Log Wilson Equipment Ltd. Announces That BC Ferries Has Chosen Twin Disc Owned-BCS Marine Steering Components for the Queen of Coquitlam
Mill Log Wilson Equipment Ltd., Burnaby, BC (www.milllog.com) and its Service Dealer-CANnav Marine Solutions (www.solutions.cannav.com), is pleased to announce that BCS Marine Hydraulic Steering Components (www.bcsmarine.com) has been chosen by BC Ferries for the Queen of Coquitlam, which is currently back in service after a brief stay at Deas dock for upgrades and repairs. - December 14, 2008 - Mill Log Equipment Company., Inc.
The Davco Twin-Cut Sawmill Wins Prestigious National Engineering Award of Excellence
The Davco Twin-Cut—designed for seriously portable sawmilling, with a high level of reliability—wins award from national design association. - November 29, 2008 - Davco Solutions Inc
VAIL Products Now Shipping with the VAIL Universal Hitch
Vail Products announces that its’ world renowned line of attachments are now shipping with a 100% Bolt-on Universal Hitch. The Vail Products Universal Hitch allows a hitch to be added at anytime during the attachment’s lifecycle, eliminates the need for welding, and enables a hitch to... - November 23, 2008 - VAIL Products
Introducing the Vail Products X-Ripper
Vail Products is proud to announce a new product to the construction, excavation and site prep industry, the Vail X-RIPPER. The VAIL X-RIPPER is an exciting addition to the world-renowned Vail Products line of attachments. The X-RIPPER is vastly superior to the rippers currently used today in the construction, excavation and site preparation industries. The Vail X-RIPPER has a Wide array of new and improved features. - November 22, 2008 - VAIL Products
Professional Mines Switch to U.S. Prospector’s Equipment
The S-1 Finishing System has replaced vastly more complicated and expensive finishing systems. - November 07, 2008 - U.S. Prospector
Spreader Beams Provide a Flexible Solution for All Your Lifting Requirements
Modulift Spreader Beams provide the ultimate in flexibility and value. The system is suitable for a variety of jobs. Modulift Spreader Beams can be built quickly and cost-effectively and ensure a safe lift. - October 01, 2008 - Modulift UK Ltd
Little Wonder Blowers Power International Ride-on Dragster Challenge
US and UK team up in power tool drag racing event. - September 16, 2008 - Schiller Grounds Care
New Leaf Blower Vacuum Alternative Bags Leaves at 200 Miles Per Hour with Net Leaf Bags
Homeowners can avoid aching backs and knees by cutting leaf collection time by 75 percent the Aeroleaf Bagger. This leaf blower vacuum alternative utilizes a leaf-blower's full speed and power to directly load leaves and yard debris into leaf bags for immediate disposal. - September 08, 2008 - Aeroleaf
Modulift Expand US Distribution
Modulift are seeking distributors around the globe. Cableco American Rigging is the latest distributor to come onboard. - September 07, 2008 - Modulift UK Ltd
Arrow-Breaker™ Hose Bibbs and Frost Proof Hydrants with Integrated (Built-In) Vacuum Breakers
Champion-Arrowhead is proud to introduce the Arrow-Breaker™, the first product to offer a full solution to an age old problem: hose bibbs and hydrants with vacuum breakers. The Arrow-Breaker™ utilizes new, patented technology that integrates the function of a “thread-on” vacuum breaker into the hose bib and hydrant itself. The Arrow-Breaker™ was voted best new product of 2007 by the Irrigation Association at its show in December. - August 07, 2008 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
Deublin Rotary Unions Announces Mill Log Group of Companies as a Distributor
Deublin Rotary Unions, Waukegan, IL (www.deublin.com) is pleased to announce that Deublin Rotary Unions are now available through Mill Log Group of Companies (www.milllog.com.) - July 24, 2008 - Mill Log Equipment Company., Inc.
Modulift Expand Into Spain and Portugal
Modulift is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Pescaira S.L. as an official distributor of the Modulift spreader system for Spain and Portugal from July this year. Commenting on the appointment, Juan Landesa, Managing Director of Pescaira S.L. said; “We pride ourselves on offering... - July 23, 2008 - Modulift UK Ltd
Modulift Announce Major Expansion Into EU and US Markets, Staying Confident Amid Fears of a Recession
Modulift, the UK and US based Spreader Beam design engineers and supplier, has announced that they are continuing with their aggressive growth throughout the EU and US swimming against the growing tide of opinion that the UK, US and Europe are on the brink of a recession. Chris Batten, CEO of the... - July 23, 2008 - Modulift UK Ltd
Cheetah Systems Partners with West Coast Tomato to Implement a Turnkey Case Labeling and Bar Code Identification System
In the business of agriculture, it really pays to know your customers. But, it also pays to know your fellow businesspeople – and the services they can provide. No one knows this better than John Darling, systems manager at West Coast Tomato in Palmetto. John describes his role in this family-owned business and a choice they made just over a year ago that forever changed the way West Coast Tomato operated. - July 16, 2008 - Cheetah Systems
Leukemia Diagnosed Employee Inspires Business to Give Back
Shoppa's Material Handling partners with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Carter Blood Care in honor of employee diagnosed with Leukemia. - June 13, 2008 - Shoppa's Material Handling
Detroit Innovative Internet Directory – TenList
The new online directory verifies businesses using BBB records and 9 other qualifiers. Only ten businesses per category are listed. - May 30, 2008 - Tenlist
1000's of Curb King's Items Now Available Online
Curb King's 1000's items in its catalog are now available for purchase over the Internet. - April 30, 2008 - Curb King
Maxus Powers Pressure Washer Line with New Engines, Pumps
Maxus puts more power into its contractor pressure washer line by adding Honda engines and CAT pumps – all to improve efficiency, longevity and reliability. “We’ve incorporated contractor feedback into our designs and the result is better products,” said Mike Houge, Vice... - April 13, 2008 - MAXUS Tools
Organic Lawn Care Movement Gains Momentum
A press release about a new company that offers an alternative to corporate chemical lawn care. - March 26, 2008 - Organic Lawns for America
Maxus Adds New Welder Line to Product Portfolio
Maxus is launching its first line of professional-grade welders, all available in “ready-to-weld” kits that feature the necessary accessories to take a project to completion. “Welders are a natural extension of the Maxus brand, and like our other equipment, they are designed for... - March 20, 2008 - MAXUS Tools
Imminent Rise in Aggregate Levy Increases Sales of Red Rhino Onsite Micro Crushers to Create Recycled Aggregate
Government plans to increase aggregate levy by over 20 percent from April 2008 causes an increase in demand for small crushers as part of building site waste management. Red Rhino Crushers Ltd advises the building industry to investigate the use of mini crushers onsite to recycle building rubble and reduce both landfill tax and aggregate levy bills. - February 29, 2008 - Red Rhino Crushers Ltd
Effects of Environmental Taxation Incentives and Desire to Increase Profits from Sustainable Aggregates Are Seen in Increased Sales of Small Crushers at SED 2007
Red Rhino Crushers Ltd enjoys most successful year ever at SED 2007, demonstrating that the building industry is beginning to re-think its waste management strategy and look for ways to profit from the creation of recycled aggregates by using onsite micro crushers. - February 27, 2008 - Red Rhino Crushers Ltd
Government Announces Target to Halve Construction and Demolition Waste Taken to Landfill, Leading to Increased Demand for Small Crushers as Part of Site Waste Management
Mini crushers used on building sites can significantly reduce construction waste and costs relating to landfill whilst creating secondary aggregate. Recycled building rubble can also be sold on to third parties to offset recycling costs. - February 25, 2008 - Red Rhino Crushers Ltd
McElroy Provides Enhanced HDPE Pipe Fusion Training
McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. is proud to announce its newly enhanced polyethylene pipe fusion training program along with the 2008 schedule. For over 30 years, McElroy has offered basic and advanced training designed to enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety. All courses offer preparation... - January 30, 2008 - McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.
Tmanufacturing's ZAP Products Provide Protection for the WGL Rain8 Line or Any Irrigation Controllers
www.Tmanufacturing.com With increasing water restrictions, rationing and conservation, lawn sprinkler systems are becoming more sophisticated and “smart”, and with this sophistication in electronics comes an increase in investment and an increase in susceptibility to lightning surge... - December 05, 2007 - Tmanufacturing
Mill Log Equipment Co., Inc. Hires Director of Sales & Marketing
Don Lindsey recently joined Mill Log Equipment Inc. as its Director of Sales & Marketing. Lindsey will oversee Mill Log’s Sales and Marketing initiatives for its Marine and Industrial applications in the Northwest region of North America. He will report to Mill Log Equipment Co. Inc. - September 23, 2007 - Mill Log Equipment Company., Inc.
PSSI Launches www.PerforatedScreens.com
Perforated Screen Surfaces Inc. (PSSI) is proud to announce the launch of their newly redesigned website; www.perforatedscreens.com. Among the many changes visitors will find is an easy to navigate website, pages for each product line, product selection guidance, photo galleries, and a newly designed news section. - August 25, 2007 - Samscreen Incorporated
Plate Compactor Launched by Goscor Construction Equipment
Goscor Power products, previously known as Goscor Engines and forestry, announced the launch of a new light construction equipment range (OSCAR) this week. - August 16, 2007 - Goscor Power Products
Samscreen Supports Upstate New York Economic Development
On July 24th, 2007 Samscreen representative Dale Sturdevant joined 100’s of other New York companies at the first ever “Going Global” event presented by the Cortland County (NY) BDC-IDA. This event was focused on producing more Upstate New York businesses with the capabilities of... - July 27, 2007 - Samscreen Incorporated
Samscreen Introduces the Grizzly Finger Deck (GFD)
The GFD™ has many uses such as; land fill reclamation, tire recycling, and any other type of screening where clogging, blinding, or breakage may be an issue. - July 18, 2007 - Samscreen Incorporated
Phoenix America Launches New Small Footprint Low Resolution Magnetic Encoder
Responding to a market call for a magnetic replacement for smaller form factor encoders, Phoenix America Inc. has developed a new rugged cost effective industrial grade tachometer/encoder that addresses the inherent weaknesses of the more fragile optical encoder counterpart. Key features of this... - July 18, 2007 - Phoenix America
Indexator - From Sweden to North America
Once again, from Vindeln, Sweden, the family owned company, Indexator AB grows into a new market. With the United States becoming the third country outside Sweden to host another daughter operation, Indexator AB is happy to welcome Dennis Buquet into the Rototilt family as the first US Sales Manager. - July 09, 2007 - Indexator, AB
2Ki, LLC Introduces the Pro-Screen at the 2007 National Hardware Show
The Pro-Screen line of portable sifters will be on Display at the National Hardware Show and Lawn & Garden World (Booth W136), May 8-10, 2007, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fla. - May 03, 2007 - 2Ki, LLC
ScaffoldMart Introduces America's Meanest Walkboard
ScaffoldMart has designed a walk board built for strength, security and rock-bottom value. Find out more about the Extreme Duty aluminum/plywood scaffold walkboard at http://scaffoldmart.com/aluminum-plywood-walkboards.html. - April 05, 2007 - ScaffoldMart
Father and Son Revolutionize Portable Rigging Cranes
Father and son launch versatile, portable rigging crane with fully adjustable legs. - March 02, 2007 - Ez-Rig Cranes