October 2010 Calendar of Events
Here is the calendar of events for the month of October 2010.
October 5-7, 2010: The Battery Show and Battery Technology Expo San Jose Convention Center | San Jose, CA
October 18-20, 2010: APICS International Conference & Expo ...
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Good Leaders = Good Actors
Tuesday July 27, 2010
On June 5, 1944, just hours before D-Day was to begin, General Dwight Eisenhower paid a visit to the paratroopers of the 101st Airborne. He walked among the men, shaking hands, patting them on their backs, cracking jokes and boosting morale. In his ...
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Marlin Steel announces biggest sheet metal order in company’s 42-year history
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Marlin Steel purchased the fastest Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication-Punching robot in the U.S. Punching at a speed of 900 strokes per minute while maintaining world-class quality of +/-0.004” (0.1mm) tolerance, Marlin Steel is now a dominant ...
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Colson Caster — Celebrating 125 years
Mary Glindinning
Thursday July 15, 2010
Even in the digital age, the wheel still keeps the world rolling along.
"There is still that demand for non-powered type movement," said Don Laux, president and general manager of Colson Caster Corp. Celebrating its 125th year in business, Colson ...
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Decisions, decisions ... is there a better way?
Sid Scott
Thursday July 15, 2010
Someone once said that leadership/management is easy if you don't have to deal with people problems and if you can get someone else to make the tough decisions. True, but we wouldn't be considered leaders or managers if we didn't assume the accountability ...
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Do you struggle to retain your young salespeople beyond two years?
Robert W. Wendover
Thursday July 15, 2010
Kristy, a Gen X manager, runs a firm representing manufacturers who sell to the construction industry. She always employed long – time salespeople who, once they’ve learned the product lines, enjoyed a comfortable income and a secure job. ...
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Spread a little thin
Garry Bartecki
Thursday July 15, 2010
Are you feeling the same way I am? Stretched to the point where you start getting inefficient? I don’t know about you, but it is starting to get a little nuts when you have a hard time remembering what you have to do and where you left off on ...
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U.S. diffuses wire decking dispute
Mary Glindinning
Thursday July 15, 2010
A yearlong effort to seek relief from unfairly low prices on imported Chinese steel wire decking is coming to a close. The United States Commerce Department found that the imported wire decking was sold at less than fair value, harming the domestic ...
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Varying schools of thought
John R. Walker
Thursday July 15, 2010
For years there have been varying schools of thought about the equipment dealers’ need for two sales forces within the dealership. These two parallel but separate sales forces are: 1) Equipment sales personnel and 2) Product Support sales personnel. ...
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Partnership reinvention with the distributor & manufacturer
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Distribution will always play a role in the supply channel. Manufacturers just can't do what distribution does effectively. But, distributors must recognize that change is upon them. They too must adjust to the evolution taking place in the supply chain. ...
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Laser Design saves Kimberly-Clark $500K
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Laser Design’s non-contact laser scanner and image analysis were used to save Kimberly-Clark millions of dollars.
Challenge
Determine if a capital investment in larger diameter embossing modules is needed instead of the current embosser. ...
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Kaman and Predictive Service announce distribution agreement
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Kaman Industrial Technologies and Predictive Service, LLC announced a collaboration between the 2 companies, whereby Kaman will distribute reliability services from Predictive Service in the industrial distribution market. The agreement allows Kaman ...
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vSync named to 2010 President’s Club for Microsoft Dynamics
Tuesday July 27, 2010
vSync , a leading provider of EDI, shipping and supply chain solutions built specifically for Microsoft Dynamics was named to the 2010 President’s Club for Microsoft Dynamics. This achievement is a direct result of vSync’s outstanding ...
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Rhino Rubber offers new free catalog
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Rhino Rubber, LLC introduced a new catalog featuring products and accessories for the industrial tire market. The catalog is free upon request. Rhino Rubber is a global tire manufacturer that is committed to establishing a strong presence in ...
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Johnson Controls partners with Student Conservation Association and The Greening of Detroit for innovative green jobs program
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Eighty Detroit public high school students are participating in the Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC) – a summer jobs program promoting environmental stewardship and leadership skills development while working in the local parks. Created and ...
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DuPont at K 2010: Responsible Innovation Now
Tuesday July 20, 2010
The DuPont exhibit at K 2010 reflects the company’s optimistic and future-oriented view of its business and the opportunities for high-performance polymers and elastomers that are emerging from recent global economic challenges. Under its ...
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Internet Truckstop celebrates 15 years in business
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Internet Truckstop, LLC announced that on July 24, 2010 they will be celebrating their 15th anniversary. Internet Truckstop is North America’s largest online freight matching service for the transportation industry and when founded in 1995, ...
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Kaman and Predictive Service announce distribution agreement
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Kaman Industrial Technologies and Predictive Service, LLC announced a collaboration between the 2 companies, whereby Kaman will distribute reliability services from Predictive Service in the industrial distribution market. The agreement allows Kaman ...
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Crown Equipment earns design award
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Crown was honored by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) with an International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) for the Crown ESR 5000 Series of narrow-aisle reach trucks used throughout Asia and Europe. This is the 5th consecutive ...
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Mitsubishi Caterpillar donates lift truck to Habitat for Humanity
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Houston-based manufacturer, Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc . donated a Cat lift truck model NR4000P to Houston Habitat for Humanity . The organization will use the 4,000 lb capacity reach truck at the Houston Habitat for Humanity ReStore ...
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Local Atlas Van Lines agent under new ownership
Monday July 12, 2010
Derby Van and Storage Inc., an Atlas Van Lines agent with headquarters in Louisville, Ky., announced a change in ownership and a new name. The agency was purchased on May 28 by Shetler Moving and Storage, Inc. of Evansville, Ind. and renamed ...
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Swisslog awarded a major order
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Swisslog has been awarded a major order by Schreiber Foods . Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Schreiber Foods is the world’s largest employee-owned dairy company with annual sales of more than $3 billion. It produces and distributes ...
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Arecont Vision announced as Outstanding New Vendor by PSA
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Arecont Vision announces their acceptance of the PSA Outstanding New Vendor Award at this year’s PSA Tec 2010 Show. This award was created to acknowledge PSA vendor partners who provide PSA with outstanding service and quality products. Winning ...
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NHA presents Meritorious Service award to Linde’s McGowan
Tuesday July 6, 2010
The National Hydrogen Association has presented its Meritorious Service award to Mike McGowan, head of strategic alliances and government affairs for Linde North America’s alternative energy team. The NHA presented the award to McGowan at its ...
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Ace Relocation Systems Inc. adds Phoenix location
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Ace Relocation Systems Inc. of San Diego, Calif., expanded its operation to include the Phoenix market on June 1. Ace Relocation Systems also has offices in Orlando, Fla.; Upper Marlboro, Md.; Long Beach, Calif.; Kent, Wash.; Elgin, Ill.; Kyle, Texas; ...
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YRC Worldwide announces agreement for Austin Ventures to acquire YRC Logistics
Tuesday July 6, 2010
YRC Worldwide announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a portion of its YRC Logistics business to Austin Ventures , a strategic private equity investor. This logistics business will operate as a private company owned by Austin ...
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Vacuum Pipe Lifter handles from top without hooks
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Anver Corporation introduced a new, compact below-the-hook vacuum lifter that can be outfitted with interchangeable pad attachments to match specific pipe diameters. The Anver VPFL Series Vacuum Lifter for pipe handling is a below-the-hook unit that ...
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Magnetek introduces MagnePulse Digital Magnet Control
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Magnetek Inc. announced the introduction of its new MagnePulse Digital Magnet Control (DMC) for the improved operation of DC industrial lifting magnets. MagnePulse DMC is a microprocessor based, solid-state, DC-to-DC magnet control package built on ...
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Standard-Knapp introduces Pakmore for high-speed packing
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Standard-Knapp announced the PakMore continuous motion case packer for faster and smoother packaging of bottles in a variety of industries, including soft drink, beer, wine, food, and household products. The unique positive, continuous operation of ...
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Konecranes provides versatile lifting solution for industrial crane use
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Konecranes introduced the XM Light Crane System, a versatile lifting solution designed to maximize overall productivity in workstations and on production lines with lifting needs up to 2 tons. As part of its global solution and service offering, Konecranes ...
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Custom plastic shaft collars meet processing requirements
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Custom shaft collars machined from various thermoplastics to match process applications requiring chemical resistance and frequent wash-downs are available from Stafford Manufacturing Corp . Stafford Plastic Clamp-Type Shaft Collars are offered in ...
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Gateway introduces stylish new safety eyewear
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Gateway Safety introduced Varsity , a new eye-protection solution with a unique “V-shaped” temple design and sporty wraparound lens. Ideal for indoor or outdoor workers, Varsity’s soft, adjustable nosepiece provides a custom fit ...
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Toyota 8-Series Lift Truck modified by MIT researchers to perform unmanned robotic pallet manipulation
Tuesday July 20, 2010
Routine use of robotic lift trucks is not far off, according to Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. Inc. (TMHU). Innovative lift truck applications involving unmanned operation are being increasingly explored for high-risk work environments such as those ...
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Cognex Dataman 100 offers new enhancements
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Cognex Corporation announced enhancements to its DataMan 100 2D Data Matrix code quality verifier. The DataMan 100 Verifier was redesigned for faster setup and easier operation with a new lighting assembly, adjustable 30 and 45 degree angle lighting, ...
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Felling Trailers introduces new hydraulic detach model line
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Felling Trailers unveiled its hydraulic detach gooseneck line late this spring, with the X-FORCE XF-110-3 HDG-L (55 ton capacity). Three years in the making, this model line was devised from a compilation of the best features and design elements from ...
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ARPAC features the XLR8 side seal horizontal shrink wrapper at Pack Expo 2010
Tuesday July 13, 2010
ARPAC , a leading manufacturer of shrink wrapping machinery, will feature the XLR8 servo-driven side seal horizontal shrink wrapper at the Pack Expo 2010 Show , Booth # S-400. The XLR8 is capable of wrapping up to 100 packages per ...
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Colson offers instant design sample with 3D printing capabilities
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Colson Caster Corporation has implemented a unique 3D printing component in its manufacturing process that allows for almost immediate preliminary testing and engineering of a physical product sample. This capability enables the matching of form, ...
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Wastequip enhances Compactor Control System
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Wastequip introduced an Automatic Maintenance Scheduler (AMS) feature for its Guardian Control System for waste compactors, creating opportunities for extended unit life and greater operational efficiency. Wastequip’s Guardian Control System ...
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EOAT vacuum systems provide millisecond attach-and-release
Tuesday July 6, 2010
A line of micro-miniature venturi vacuum pumps, suspensions, and vacuum cups for fast attach-and-release EOAT (end-of-arm-tooling) in automation systems is now available from Anver Corporation . Anver JV Series Venturi Vacuum Pumps, Suspensions, and ...
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New 4-Wheel Steer LoBoy roller deck carts
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Kinetic Technologies Inc . introduces the TrakSteer 4-wheel steer industrial quality LoBoy roller deck cart for towing up to 2,000 lb loads. The 4-wheel steering improves tracking of carts in long trains, helpful for cornering or maneuvering in ...
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New Elliptic Leaf Spring Antivibration Mounts From AAC Are NATO-Approved Naval "X" Mounts for military applications
Tuesday July 6, 2010
A new series of 17 elliptic leaf spring antivibration mounts from Advanced Antivibration Components (AAC) are impervious to corrosion and will operate efficiently under a wide range of temperatures, making the units well suited for shipboard or mobile ...
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CLARK names Scott Johnson vice president of business development
Tuesday July 27, 2010
CLARK Material Handling Company announced the appointment of Scott Johnson to vice president of business development, effective immediately. In this position Scott will continue to direct all Dealer Services, Dealer Development and Government ...
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Wildeck appoints quality assurance/safety manager for North American operations
Tuesday July 27, 2010
Wildeck Inc . appointed Michael R. Galezio to the position of quality assurance/safety manager for its North American operations. To support the company’s aggressive business growth, Galezio will report directly to the president and will ...
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CLARK names Gaynell Phillips as national accounts sales representative
Tuesday July 27, 2010
CLARK Material Handing Company announced the appointment of Gaynell Phillips as national accounts sales representative. Her responsibilities will include working closely with dealers and regional sales personnel as well as end users in establishing ...
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Toyota announces management changes
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A. Inc. (TMHU) and Toyota Industrial Equipment Mfg. Inc. (TIEM) announced management changes, including the appointment of Martin Boyd to vice president of product planning and marketing for TMHU and Tony Miller ...
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Breton C. Ranc appointed to Shuttleworth board of directors
Tuesday July 13, 2010
Shuttleworth Inc . announced the appointment of Breton C. Ranc to the Shuttleworth Board of Directors. Mr. Ranc holds a Bachelors of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Indiana University. Bret Ranc is currently ...
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Addition to BirdDog OnDemand portal improves transportation practices
Tuesday July 6, 2010
BirdDog Solutions Inc. announced the addition of a hosted rating and routing application to its online services portal, BirdDog OnDemand. The newly added application boasts a series of robust planning and execution features that make BirdDog the first ...
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Columbia Machine announces new Load Transfer Product Manager
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Columbia Machine announced that Shawn McTimpeny has accepted the position of Load Transfer Station Product Manager. Along with his 2 years of project management experience at Columbia Machine, Shawn brings a successful track record of sales and product ...
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Herk & Associates announces new office and branch manager
Tuesday July 6, 2010
Herk & Associates , nationwide recruiters for equipment dealerships, manufacturers & rental companies, announced the opening of the new west coast office at One Beach Street, Suite 301 San Francisco, Calif. Ben Carapetyan, VP of Operations ...
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