Press Releases by Category Industry, Real Estate & Construction
Peter Lyddy Joins Blue Skye Lending in Lakewood Ranch, Florida
LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL –Peter Lyddy has been named a mortgage loan originator with Blue Skye Lending, a full service mortgage brokerage firm based in Lakewood Ranch, FL. With experience as a Realtor, residential property appraiser and a real estate office manager, Lyddy is able to offer clients a comprehensive view of the entire home purchasing and financing process.
Lyddy has been providing home financing since 2004, when he moved to…
SABIC launches multimillion euro investment at Geleen production site
Sittard, the Netherlands – May 9, 2012 – Over the next eighteen months, SABIC will invest 135 million euros in safety, energy conservation and the environment at their production site in Geleen. The goal of the investment is to ensure a safer, more competitive and more energy efficient cracker that is better for the environment. On April 11, an upgrade project was officially launched that will transform the Naphtha Olefins4…
Charles Rutenberg Realty Expands its Commercial Division
Charles Rutenberg Realty is announcing the expansion of its firm by adding approximately 100 Agents who will be directing their efforts towards Commercial Real Estate. They will cover the entire Long Island and New York Metropolitan areas and, if necessary, will be available to complete transactions on a National basis.
“We are proud to see our firm grow its Commercial Real Estate business here on Long Island and in the…
„What the machine-builders want to change in the automation technology in 2012“ …
The new Quest study covers the current changes of the machine-builders in regard to Ethernet and field buses at the machines, the control technology, the drive technology, IO-Link and RFID, in what respect changes of the control system and the drive technology are joined with changes of suppliers and with a view beyond 2012: how the machine-builders are evaluating a comprehensive integration of the machines’ automation. Now the machine-builders can…
Benchmarking Developing Countries Food Safety Improvements
More perishable foods are now routinely shipped around the world than at any point in history. These include fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood and processed foods. For example, according to the US Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service (ERS), US food imports grew from $41 billion in 1998 to $71 billion in 2007.
Increasing outbreaks of diseases
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that foodborne disease outbreaks markedly increased…
New distribution partner in China
The ELMED Dr. Ing. Mense GmbH is further expanding its international market presence: since April 2012 ELMED is now exclusively represented in China with its product division ISOTEST by the company Beijing Bettertech Co (Tel no.0086-10-65684616). The team of Mr. Peter Yan strengthens ELMED’s world-wide engagement and does not only offer customer proximity for the Chinese customers but also first-class local support „next door“ for the selection and use of…
SGS extends Partnership with Leading Japanese Testing and Inspection Firm BOKEN …
The textiles and garment industry in Indonesia is currently experiencing a period of rapid growth as it becomes an active hub for the sourcing of textile products by leading firms from across the globe. With such growth there comes an increasing demand for a one-stop service solution and SGS has once again teamed up with BOKEN Quality Evaluation Institute (BQE) to create this solution. In March 2012, BOKEN’s ninth overseas…
SABIC’s Sustainable Solutions Spotlight at PLAST 2012 Helping Customers Achieve …
MILAN, Italy — May 8, 2012 — SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business is showcasing here at PLAST 2012 its broad and deep portfolio of industry-leading sustainable materials that help customers design, develop and differentiate environmentally responsible products in three key ways. These include: cutting weight to lower energy usage; reducing waste and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions through up-cycling of post-consumer plastic; and providing exceptional flame-smoke-toxicity performance without the use of halogenated…
Synapsis receives first INS Type Approval
Synapsis Bridge Control, the new generation of the Raytheon Anschütz bridge system, is the world’s first navigation system which has been type approved according to IMO’s new Performance Standards for Integrated Navigation Systems (INS). In an official ceremony, the nominated body Germanischer Lloyd (GL) handed over the type approval to Raytheon Anschütz beginning of May 2012.
The INS Performance Standards are specified in the IMO resolution MSC.252(83) and apply to all…
MASCOT® ROCKS is Highly Commended as Best Stock Design for Workwear
MASCOT, amongst 100 other entries of workwear, from 15 countries was thrilled to be Highly Commended at the PROFFESIONAL CLOTHING AWARDs for “Best Stock Design for Workwear” an international recognition of hard work and innovation
300 people gathered at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry to eagerly await the results of the award on 17th April 2012.
The awards were hosted by Cad & the Dandy co-founders Ian Meisers and James…
Synefra shines at The International Property Awards once again
Leading Integrated Infrastructure Solutions’ provider Synefra Engineering & Construction Ltd – a Tanti Group Company has once again been honoured with two recognitions at the International Property Awards 2012 held in Kuala Lumpur on 27th April. This year, Synefra E&C bagged the prestigious awards for its three hi-tech industrial parks located at Coimbatore, Vadodara and Padubudri and the other for the Integrated Wind Component Manufacturing Unit at Tianjin, China.…
CHD brings Spanish architecture to Karnal, Launches Lifestyle Premiere Floors
CHD Developers Limited, one of Delhi’s leading real estate developers announces the launch of “Lifestyle Premier” at its integrated township, CHD City in Karnal. These independent floors have a unique blend of Spanish architecture coupled with harmonious interiors and are located strategically in the thriving township, easily accessible from NH-1. Special emphasis has been given to the architecture and planning to ensure that residents enjoy the benefit of…
ESCHA at Wind Energy NRW Industry Day
Halver, 07 May 2012 – From 21 to 22 June 2012, one of Germany most significant industry events ‚Branchentag Windenergie NRW‘ (Wind Energy NRW Industry Day) is taking place for the fourth time in Cologne. This year, ESCHA Bauelemente GmbH from Halver will be represented for the first time with own stand at the event. The connector- and housing specialist will present its connectivity programme adapted for the requirements of…
SGS Provides NDT Services for Escravos Gas Project in Nigeria
On February 11, 2012, SGS was awarded a non-destructive testing services contract by West African Ventures (WAV) for the Escravos Gas Project (EGP-3) in Nigeria. For the duration of the contract, SGS will provide non-destructive testing of welds using x-ray pipeline crawlers, ultrasonic testing (UT) and magnetic particle testing services.
EGP-3, which is located within the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, is one of the largest projects ever to…
A sustainable construction – realised with unique formwork elements
2012-05-07 Desert Learning Centre, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
An architectural technically sophisticated construction is currently being built in Al Ain – the Desert Learning Centre. For the realisation of this freely-accessible walk-in sculpture, PERI developed a formwork solution using special elements based on proven products. The constant change in curvature and inclination of the components meant that 3D formwork planning was required which was the only way to ensure that…
Hirschmann MCS – Fit for Competition
In its “Fit for Competition” initiative, Hirschmann Mobile Machine Controls Solutions (MCS) is systematically reviewing all of its products. The goal is to use the latest technologies to make them even better while also developing cost-optimized versions that conform to the company’s rigorous standards of quality. Here we look at the fSENS KMD series of tension load cells.
Within the scope of this initiative, a year ago Hirschmann MCS began supplementing…
Arizona Solar Electric Company, American Solar, Earns Coveted Angie’s List Super …
Scottsdale, Ariz. – May 5, 2012 – Arizona solar electric company, American Solar, has been awarded the prestigious 2011 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor bestowed annually on approximately five percent of all the businesses rated on the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews on local service companies.
“This is an exciting and gratifying award for us,” said Sean Seitz, president of American Solar. “It exemplifies the trust our…
‘Commercial aircraft MRO market to reach $48.8bn in 2012' says visiongain report …
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global commercial aircraft MRO market will reach a value of $48.8bn in 2012, as airline operators fulfil necessary safety obligations and seek to prolong the lifecycles of their own aircraft.
The commercial aircraft MRO market is forecast by Visiongain to record positive growth over the next decade, driven in large part due to the increasing demand in global air travel and the return of grounded aircraft…
Flight Information Display System (FIDS) for Airports
Project Introduction:
Flight Information Display Systems (FIDS) help improve communications and keep passengers constantly informed of travel information. To manage the heavy and ever increasing passenger traffic, an airport in the Middle-East needed terminal-wide FIDS that broadcasted information from a constantly updated database to numerous multimedia displays placed strategically throughout passenger facilities. These indoor displays needed to supply timely information regarding flight arrivals/departures, gate assignments, waiting hall locations, baggage area assignments,…
Passenger Information Display System (PIDS) for Railway Stations
Project Introduction:
Passenger Information Display Systems (PIDS) are digital information systems which display real-time information for passengers. Train operating companies are constantly striving to improve passenger satisfaction by offering more than just arrival and departure times. They also offer news and entertainment content as well as safety and emergency announcements and much more. These days, advertising is an important revenue stream for train operators, and that’s why PIDS are becoming more…
SGS Turkey Opens New Hi-tech Textile Testing Laboratory in Istanbul
On November 24, 2011, with numerous business partners and SGS executives participating in the event, SGS, celebrating an eighth anniversary in its Istanbul laboratory, announced the expansion and service enhancement of its textile laboratory.
The opening ceremony symbolized a brand new chapter for SGS Turkey since its beginning in 1933. The SGS Turkey Business Manager Mehmet Cem Ozen, speaking at the opening ceremony for the new laboratory, emphasized the company’s commitment…
futronic control systems for stemware production in China
Tettnang manufacturer strengthens its position in the domestic glass market
Tettnang, 03. Mai 2012 – futronic is developing the complete control system for two stemware production lines – from glass cutting at the feeder to the conveyor to the annealing lehr – on behalf of Forma Glas, the Austrian engineering firm. The two companies intend to cooperate closely in future by bundling their international sales activities.
The project encompasses the planning…
Strong half-year – Schuler raises guidance for 2011/12
In the first half of its fiscal year 2011/12, Schuler AG grew stronger than expected and has thus raised its guidance for the entire year. Consolidated sales of the world’s largest press manufacturer are now expected to grow to around € 1.2 billion in 2011/12. In its operating profit, measured by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (Ebitda), the Group expects to post an Ebitda margin of around 9.5…
AEL’s Clarification on CEC Report
It is reported in the media that Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has submitted to the Hon’ble Supreme Court its report recommending further investigation in respect of alleged illegally mined export of Iron Ore from Belekeri Port. The report submitted by CEC is yet to be considered by the Hon’ble Supreme Court.
The Company will file its response to the CEC report and will present its case at the appropriate time…
SABIC’s bimodal HDPE family meets the increasing challenges of the film industry …
Sittard, the Netherlands – May 2, 2012 – Production of high quality thin blown film is possible with a family of advanced bimodal high density polyethylenes (HDPE) from SABIC. There are currently two grades in the family, SABIC® HDPE FI0644 and a higher density grade with higher flow, SABIC® HDPE FI1157.
Both grades have high molecular weight and a broad molecular weight distribution. These characteristics translate into a good processability that…
Hirschmann MCS: A Major Partner in Russia
Hirschmann Mobile Machine Control Solutions (MCS), a vendor of future-proof, reliable mobile applicaitons, will exhibit for the first time with its own booth at CTT Moscow from May 20 to June 2, 2012, the leading trade show for the construction machine industry in Russia and Eastern Europe. Among other things, Hirschmann MCS now boasts certification from the Russian government agency ROSTECHNADSOR for use of the qSCALE system in Russian boom-type…
The Customer Is King at Hirschmann MCS
Hirschmann Mobile Machine Control Solutions (MCS), the systems supplier of innovative mobile automation platforms (the iSCALE Control System) in rough environments, has released impressive figures: In February 2012, Hirschmann MCS met 95.6 percent of customer wishes on time – and its score is continuing to improve! Since the middle of last year, its operations team has been focusing on the principle of “customers define our success”.
For you as a…
Grand Opening of Lexington in Valencia Saturday, May 5 - New Homes, Food and Pri …
VALENCIA, California – When it comes to finding a new place to live, homebuyers don’t want anything but the best—and now with the addition of Awesometown’s newest neighborhood, they’ll discover even more than they’re looking for. This Saturday, May 5, from 11am to 4pm, Valencia will be celebrating the exciting Grand Opening of Lexington at RiverVillage, where Lennar’s revolutionary Next Gen – The Home Within A Home will make its…
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Announces New Advisory Council
CHICAGO, IL – (April 30, 2012) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® has announced the new officers and members of its Advisory Council, a leadership group comprised of top business development professionals. Council members share their expertise with the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE) management team, mentor other members, and serve as ambassadors for the network’s numerous programs available to its member real estate…
Luxury Portfolio International™ Broadens Reach with Global Growth
CHICAGO – (5/1/12) – Luxury Portfolio International™ recently welcomed three new international brokerages and seven U.S.-based firms, expanding the network’s global reach and reflecting the brand’s goal of assembling the world's most powerful independent luxury brokerages.
Joining the network from abroad are Costa Gold Real Estate, Tamarindo, Costa Rica; IN’S Portugal, Estoril, Portugal and Smiths Gore Limited, the British Virgin Islands.
New members from the U.S. include Colorado Group Realty,…
'The aluminium market to total $112.3bn in 2012' says visiongain report
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the global aluminium market will reach a value of $112.3bn in 2012.The market value will rise mainly due to demand from transport and construction end-use sectors; both sectors together will account for more than half of the global aluminium consumption. The growth in the market will be lower in 2012 compared to the previous year, due to low aluminium prices and weak demand. Visiongain anticipates that,…
'The armoured vehicles upgrade & retrofit market valued at $2.43bn in 2012' says …
Visiongain’s analysis indicates that the armoured vehicles upgrade & retrofit market will reach a value of $2.43bn in 2012. Budget cuts, lessons from recent conflicts, and unknown future threats have produced a focus on survivability and adaptability as major trends within the armoured vehicles upgrade & retrofit market.
Militaries increasingly see retrofits as a solution to the often costly and drawn out process of new armoured vehicle acquisition. With a host…
Best Western Receives 2012 Best of Wytheville Award
Best western wytheville is rewarded the 2012 best of wytheville award for the 4th year in a row.
U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement
NEW YORK, NY, April 17, 2012 -- For the fourth consecutive year, Best Western has been selected for the 2012 Best of Wytheville Award in the Hotels & Motels category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).
The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding…
Underpass Opening Set to Boost Costa del Sol Property Market
After almost five years of on-off construction, controversy and congestion, the San Pedro underpass is finally set to open in June this year. Traffic will flow fluidly between Marbella and the western Costa del Sol and breathe new life into this section of the Coast’s property market where many bargains are to be had.
Adam Cornwell, Managing Director of Feltrim International selling property on the Costa del Sol comments, “The…
PSI Technics Replaces Discontinued Trimble ICS5000L System
Modernization of High-Bay Warehouses
Volkswagen AG decided to retrofit their vehicle body warehouse in Wolfsburg, Germany, and chose PSI Technics’ Positioning Solution System as a replacement for their existing ICS5000 positioning systems. The Positioning Solution System is an efficient, reliable system that easily integrates into the existing warehouse infrastructure.
Warehouse logistics present a challenge for many German companies. Outdated positioning systems are still being used in many high-bay warehouses—a situation that is…
MASCOT® ROCKS KEEPS ROCKING THE WORLD
MASCOT is thrilled to announce a second win for MASCOT® ROCKS.
The ROCKS range, that won Highly Commended at the PROFESIONAL CLOTHING AWARDS for “Best Stock Design for Workwear”, has also received a second win at the Dutch Corporate Fashion Award 2012 in the category Best Stock Collection. After the first round, where a professional jury judged more than 14 different collections, just 3 collections remain and during a spectacular event…
Indonesian Draft Decree Sets out Standards for Babies and Children’s Clothing
Children’s and babies clothing products distributed in Indonesia that originated domestically or are imported must meet the requirements in SNI 7617:2010 - the Indonesian National Standard. These requirements are designed to increase the overall quality of clothing produced whilst providing consumers with rigorous safety protections and establishing fair trade in competition.
The Product Certification Body (LSPro) tasked with issuing an SNI product certificate will be appointed by the Indonesian Ministry of…
Polycoat Announce New Products for Waterproofing
A New Urethane Mortar Trowel / Slurry System
Santa Fe Springs, CA – December 15, 2011- American Polymers Corporation (dba Polycoat Products), announces PC-CRETE®U (trowel and slurry) is a 3-part, heavy duty, 100% solids, aromatic, cementitious urethane mortar system typically applied atbetween 1/8” (3.17mm) and 3/8” (9.52mm) dry film thickness. It has a textured matte finish and can be used to form containment
beams, integral cove bases for seamless…
Ultratec, distributors for Systech Illinois, will be exhibiting their range of G …
Systech Illinois offer a leading range of oxygen and water vapor permeation analysers for testing of all packaging film, finished package and PET bottles. They are an invaluable R&D resource for testing and validating new packaging. Systech also provide fast, accurate oxygen and carbon dioxide analyzers for testing headspace and gas flushed food packages. These can be used effectively with packages of all sizes and portable and waterproof versions…
Turkey launched its first biogas plant
Biogas plant project in Cicekdagi village, Turkey was carried out by a Swiss construction company “Zorg Biogas AG” few years prior to its launch. Plant’s official opening date was postponed until Turkish government adopts incentives necessary for the project’s success.
The date marks the beginning of biogas industry in Turkey – company’s project in Cicekdagi is the first functional biogas plant on the territory of Turkey.
Biogas plant will…
Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc. Continues to Expand Roster of Agents
Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc. is continuing their success in being one of the nation’s fastest-growing Real Estate Agencies with the addition of the Agents to the firm at its locations in Plainview, Oceanside and Sayville. These Agents have joined the Plainview office:
· Sean Kerszko, formerly with CPA Realty
· Beth Rudolph Benmen, formerly with Goller…
Remodeling Contractor RJ McTavish Construction Launches Website As A Michigan Re …
Northville, MI – April 27, 2012 – RJ McTavish Construction today announced the launch of www.rjmctavish.comas an information portal for Detroit area homeowners and businesses to find information about remodeling projects. With articles being added almost every day and an online monthly newsletter of remodeling tips, the website is anticipated to quickly become Detroit’s primary resource for residential and commercial remodeling advice.
Future plans include educational guides on selecting a…
Jo Ann Koontz to Speak at ‘Surviving 2012’ Workshop
SARASOTA, FL – Attorney and Certified Public Accountant Jo Ann Koontz will speak at a “Surviving 2012 and Beyond” workshop at a joint meeting between the Financial Planning Association of the Suncoast and Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Koontz will discuss the complicated tax issues related to foreclosures, short sales and debt restructuring. The workshop will be held Tuesday, May 1, 2012, from 8 a.m. to 11:50 a.m., at the…
Current Monitoring – A Non-Intrusive Aid to Rail Safety and Asset Protection
Current variation can be a symptom of faults that may threaten rail safety, critical system performance or the durability and reliability of equipment. To address this problem rail systems engineers Rowe Hankins have introduced the NIC361 Series Monitor, a non-intrusive device that detects variation in current with no direct effect on the power supply.
The NIC361is a non-contact device with the monitored cable passing through without contact. The…
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Material Connexion includes Erfurt digital print wallpaper CA in database
Bückeburg, 27 April 2012 - Material Connexion gives manufacturers and users a cross-industry overview of trends, material developments and their application possibilities. The consultancy firm with its main office in New York acts as an independent link and has now incorporated the digital print wallpaper "Erfurt wallpaper CA" into its internationally available materials library, due to the outstanding features of…
SGS Provides Inspection Services for Gas Power Plant in Iraq
SGS was chosen by LANCO Group, one of India’s most outstanding companies offering engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services, to provide independent inspection of equipment and material at vendor locations in Europe, the US, Asia and the Middle East as well as to manage on-site quality control for the construction of its new gas power plant in Al-Anbar Province, Iraq. The AKAZ power plant boasts a capacity of 2x125 MW…
SGS Brazil Acquires Inmetro Certification Body Accreditation for Toys and Juveni …
The Brazilian government has been working intensively to tighten the regulation for consumer products manufactured in or imported into Brazil. All toys placed on the market must be certified by an accredited body recognized by the Brazilian Regulatory Agency Inmetro. Moreover, the regulation requires foreign manufacturers to assign a local representative, who will have not only technical responsibility for the certification process but also legal and criminal responsibility for the…
Songwon announces global price increases for its range of Plastic Additives
Ulsan, Korea – April 27, 2012 – Songwon Industrial Group, a leading developer and manufacturer of polymer additives, will increase global prices of its Songnox® Antioxidants, Songlight® and Songsorb® UV Stabilizers, Songstab™ Acid Scavengers as well as of its range of aminic antioxidants by 8% effective on orders invoiced on or after June 1, 2012, or as contracts allow. This price increase is necessary to recover raw material cost increases…
Capital Safety Announces Oswald as CEO
Capital Safety, the world’s leading manufacturer of fall protection equipment under the DBI-SALA, UNILINE and PROTECTA brands, today announces that Stephen Oswald will join the company as its new chief executive officer.
For the last fifteen years, Oswald has held various executive roles at United Technologies Corporation (UTC), most recently serving as the integration leader for UTC’s acquisition of GE Security. Prior to that, he served as president of the Hamilton…
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Expands Global Network Presence
CHICAGO – (4/26/11) – Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® continued to grow its membership in recent months with the addition of 13 new member brokerages. The expansion reflects LeadingRE’s efforts to offer top brokerages products and services that align with the demands of today’s home buyers and sellers.
Increasing its global footprint, the network welcomed firms throughout the Caribbean, Central America and Europe, including Smiths Gore Limited in…
