Released on: November 6, 2008, 6:43 am

Press Release Author: John Schira

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: Maxxeon Inc., unveils their newest LED lighting tool for technicians and tradesmen, the WorkStar™1400 work light.

Press Release Body: Skilled tradesmen, technicians, emergency services personel and truck drivers everywhere stand to benefit by at last being able to have cordless, portable lighting whenever needed.

John Schira, spokesperson for Maxxeon Inc., explains “The future has arrived for LED lighting. LED lighting technology has now reached the point where there is no reason to consider ordinary incandescent bulbs for portable task lighting. The new Maxxeon WorkStar™1400 work light provides plenty of light for emergency situations as well as work shop and industrial applications. The lighting tool features a moveable head that can be directed by the operator, and runs for over 5 hours on a charge.”

According to company CTO, Roger Britt, “The WorkStar™1400 exemplifies the current state-of-the-art in portable lighting; the added hands-free capabilities of this tool are a bonus.” The new work light includes 2 high powered magnets for attaching to ferrous surfaces as well as a retractable hook for hanging. The body is balanced and ergonomically designed for a secure and comfortable grip.

Principal applications for the tool are for emergency services, vehicle and industrial maintenance and repair and for construction trades. Sportsmen and campers will find the product useful due to the substantial light output and long operating time.

The WorkStar 1400 work light has a suggested retail price of $119.95, includes rechargeable batteries, battery charger and a one year warranty.

For information about purchasing Maxxeon products in Europe, contact Ms. Louise Spek, Safety-Lux Nederland B.V., tel [31] (0)35-6914476, fax [31] (0)35-6915474, email louise.spek@safety-lux.nl or visit the website at http://www.safety-lux.nl

Maxxeon Inc. is a manufacturer of portable task lighting for manufacturing and maintenance technicians. Information about the company can be found athttp://www.maxxeon.com

Web Site: http://www.maxxeon.com/worklight_work_light_workstar_1400.html

Contact Details: John Schira
Director of Business Development
Maxxeon Inc.
1025 Richmond Road
Suite 1108
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K1S 0H8
tel +1 (877) 621-0005
fax +1 (519) 620-2011
email JSchira@maxxeon.com
web http://www.maxxeon.com/worklight_work_light_workstar_1400.html

Released on: October 13, 2008, 5:06 am

Press Release Author: Total Chemicals

Industry: Chemicals

Press Release Summary: New company TOTAL Chemicals has evolved from a marriage of industry experience and knowledge supported by the latest technology.

Press Release Body: On October 1 2008 the doors of TOTAL Chemicals opened with the simultaneous release of their huge, purpose built range of special solvents, chemicals & lubricants and technically advanced web site.

An industry first feature on their web site allows customers to make an appointment online for an obligation free telephone consultation with a specific TOTAL consultant skilled in a particular product type.

To meet this requirement the unique GObookings AppointmentDiary V8 ALF (auto-lead-filter) system was chosen and deployed. This solution allows the online customer to firstly select a product range and day; available times are then displayed reflecting the availability of the consultant(s) for that product. Customer appointments are then made for a preferred time in an easy, seamless and user-friendly way. The outcome; the customer is able to book the ‘right consultant’ to telephone them at a time and day which suits them, with an instant email confirmation.

Simultaneously the auto-lead-filtering process initiates an instant SMS text message and email to that particular consultant. The TOTAL Chemicals Sales Manager also receives an email confirmation for each appointment made and has the capability to view and report on the activity of the various consultants across any number of locations.

TOTAL Chemicals range of products include alcohols, chemical manufacturing, toll blending, flexographic solvents, hydrocarbons, oils, greases, lubricants, thinners, paint strippers, safety solvents, solvents, specialty chemicals and raw materials.

Whilst TOTAL Chemicals is a new entity, the fact is that the research & development, strategic customer interviews, market surveys & pre-planning has been underway for some years.

Tennyson Byrnes Co-Founder of TOTAL Chemicals commented - “what became evident throughout our comprehensive research was that absolutely all of the market segments interviewed were hungry for better service & improved product availability, which, in a perfect world, would ideally also be backed by a company offering total commitment.”

Byrnes added “TOTAL Chemicals was founded on this premise - specifically to offer customers an un-paralleled level of service & technical know how for their dynamic range of solvents, specialty chemicals, along with their unique nation wide custom blending and formulating services.”

Byrnes believes with over 80 years of experience in chemical sales, handling & confidential “ private label “ blending coupled with the experience & accreditation in all facets of their business base this will ensure that even the highest of safety regimes are conformed to. For further information relating to this article see -
www.totalchemicals.com.au
AppointmentDiary USA - www.appointmentdiary.net
AppointmentDiary Australia - www.appointmentdiary.com.au
GObookings USA – www.gobookingssystems.com
GObookings Australia - www.gobookings.com.au

Web Site: http://www.totalchemicals.com.au

Contact Details: Total Chemicals Pty Ltd
Head Office - John Street
P.O. Box 660,
Cleveland Qld 4163 Australia
Ph: +61 7 3821 0333
Fax: +61 7 3821 2210

Released on: September 26, 2008, 7:01 am

Press Release Author: KJE Trading Group

Industry: Construction

Press Release Summary: Cement Central announced today that in an aggressive move to combat the ever increasing cost of cement to Dubai, it has partnered with its current suppliers to offer cement starting as low as US$60MT, a major offset from the current price of US$90MT which seems to have become the norm.

Press Release Body: Cement Central announced today that in an aggressive move to combat the ever increasing cost of cement to Dubai, it has partnered with its current suppliers to offer cement starting as low as US$60MT, a major offset from the current price of US$90MT which seems to have become the norm.

From the Middle East to Russia, the cement industry is witnessing global robust growth amid a massive international construction boom. Cement & concrete companies are facing bigger challenges and higher demand by the day with companies continuing to invest in increasing capacity and sustainable technology.

With countries like Egypt & India suspending their cement exports the increasing demand is outpacing the supply from the UAE to Qatar to East Africa. In a region where $1.7 trillion worth of real estate is being constructed or being planned, price trends in the cement industry take on heightened significance.

The bad news for local property developers and contractors is that the price of cement in Dubai is constantly increasing according to figures published by Emirates Industrial Bank. This year alone, bills for bulk cement shot up by around 20 per cent - reaching more than Dh330 per tonne earlier this month, say cement buyers. While cement factories enjoy profitable times - some say they are taking advantage of high demand - the trend is putting strain on the construction industry.

Carlos Perez said “Even government projects are being affected” and quoted, Ebrahim Al Shehhi, director, UAE Ministry of Public Works as saying “As a ministry we are tendering two or three times for a project. Contractors are not coming forward because they don’t know what the price of steel, cement and electrical cable will be the next day.”

“A number of mega projects in infrastructure, tourism and real estate are currently in various stages — from designing, tendering to construction — and the same trend is likely to continue in the coming years and it will create regular demand for cement in the country,” said Carlos Perez, Managing Director of Cement Central. The massive scope of these projects and the fast pace of expansion is giving rise to high demand for various building and construction materials, especially cement. As local cement producers are unable to keep up with demand, more and more cement is being imported from other countries. This is where companies like Cement Central can aid with cement importing needs.

Cement imports have soared during the past three years as a result of the unprecedented construction activities here that accompanied the overall economic boom in the UAE and the region. The sharp increase in oil prices is a major reason for this boom.

A Cement Central client was quoted as saying “the shortage in cement had already caused an increase in operating costs, which had forced most companies to increase prices of concrete by an extra Dh40 per cubic metre and it was difficult to increase prices where contracts with clients exist, and that in such situations, ready-mix companies are taking on all the losses.” Being aware of the crisis facing contractors and builders in Dubai, Cement Central and its suppliers felt the need to step in and offer cement at competitive prices that wouldn’t break their budgets.

“Even though we distribute globally, our immediate focus is on emerging Middle Eastern and European markets” says Carlos Perez. We currently have a 60 million MT allocation geared towards helping the ever growing expansion in Dubai. Cement Central provides up to date pricing and procedures on its website www.CementCentral.com and welcomes broker inquiries. Our supplier’s contract will reflect their firm intent and ability to do business. We deal directly with large allocation holders and as a result, we pass along our competitive advantage and savings to you! Our clients and suppliers span the globe from the Americas to Europe and Asia and our extensive product and marketing knowledge make us the obvious choice.

Web Site: http://www.cementcentral.com

Contact Details: Carlos Perez
Managing Director
U.S. 702-357-8489
U.K. +44 20-3286-7252
Fax: 646-390-8489
Email: cperez@cementcentral.com
Skype: cperez90008

Released on: September 25, 2008, 8:39 am

Press Release Author: David Mack

Industry: Government

Press Release Summary: Trellchem® announces that the next evolution of Flash Protective Hazmat Suits - Trellchem VPS-Flash – is now certified to the Liquefied Gas standard within NFPA 1991-2005. This completes all possible certification testing for this suit, which is already certified to the Flash-Fire standard.

Press Release Body: Mansfield, MA - Trellchem® announces that the next evolution of Flash Protective Hazmat Suits - Trellchem VPS-Flash – is now certified to the Liquefied Gas standard within NFPA 1991-2005. This completes all possible certification testing for this suit, which is already certified to the Flash-Fire standard.

This unique reusable, single skin, one layer suit is made of a new patent pending garment material developed and produced by Trelleborg Protective Products. The material is a combination of specialized rubber and plastic laminates, which together with a special woven fabric forms a strong and flexible material that offers outstanding chemical flash fire protection. Additionally, this material exhibits excellent resistance to abrasion, punctures, tears and superior chemical resistance properties.

The testing for the optional Liquefied Gas protection involves permeation testing (suit material, visor, glove and footwear) with the following gases in their liquid state:
• Ammonia
• Chlorine
• Ethylene oxide

The permeation tests are performed after the material has been subjected to direct contact with dry ice (frozen carbon dioxide, will give temperatures down to -110F) followed by rigorous flexing. The pass/fail criterion set by the NFPA standard is the for permeation resistance greater than 15 minutes, which is considered to be a very long exposure time for a gas in the liquid state.

“Certification of the Trellchem VPS-Flash to NFPA 1991-2005 with both Flash Fire & Liquefied Gas options demonstrates the complete protection level of this suit” says Mr. Ulf Nystrom, Certification & Standards Manager for Trellebrog Protective Products.“With abrasion & puncture resistance that is far superior to all other competitive products, this is the Hazmat Suit that will truly protect the End User”.

In addition to all of the NFPA standards that theTrellchem VPS-Flash meets, the following benefits come standard with each suit:
-Impact Resistant Hard Visor
-Superior Neoprene closure
-Easy Don/Doff Bayonet Cuff System
-High-Visibility Orange Color
-Optional Anti-Fog Lens (virtually eliminates all condensation!)
-Highest material abrasion resistance

For more information on this suit, or to request a demonstration, feel free to contact Trellchem directly at tvi.usa@trelleborg.com, or call (800)344-4458.

About Trelleborg-Viking, Inc.,
Trelleborg-Viking, Inc., with US Operations based in Mansfield, MA, is a leading Global designer, manufacturer & distributor of Chemical Protective Ensembles (including four certified to NFPA 1991-2005), Protective Shelters, Hoods and Dry Suits. Trelleborg’s full line of products sold under the brand names of “Trellchem”, “Viking” & “TrellTent” have been re-defining PPE & Hazmat Diving for over 25 years. For further information, please visit either www.trellchem.com or www.vikingdiving.com, or email us at tvi.usa@trelleborg.com.

Web Site: http://www.trellchem.com

Contact Details: David Mack
Trelleborg-Viking, Inc.
290 Forbes Bvld.
Mansfield, MA 02048

Released on: August 27, 2008, 3:34 am

Press Release Author: B. Cassidy

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: This release describes Zaber’s linear actuator series and the evolution of the linear actuator from a time when they required complicated accessories to the latest integrated devices.

Press Release Body: Zaber is proud to spotlight its T-LA - Linear Actuator Series. The T-LA series of computer controlled linear actuators has been Zaber’s flagship product, the first linear actuator we developed and still one of our most popular motion control devices.

Overview of T-LA (linear actuator) series:
• 0.1 um resolution

• Built in controllers

• Daisy-chain multiple units to a single serial or USB port

• Drop in replacement for many standard micrometer heads on manual translation stages

• CE certified and RoHS compliant

See our TSB Linear Slides page for more information on compatible translation stages.

For more detailed information, visit Zaber’s website:
http://www.zaber.com/products/product_group.php?group=T-LA&name=Miniature_Linear_Actuator&linkid=epr

The History of the Zaber linear actuator:
Back in 1997, when Zaber was founded, precision linear actuators were primarily based on DC motors with gearboxes and encoders requiring complicated motion control cards, bulky controllers, and separate driver amplifiers and power supplies. Precision motion control was expensive, difficult to set up, and cumbersome to use. Recognizing the demand for an inexpensive, integrated solution, Zaber Technologies introduced the world’s first precision linear actuator based on a direct drive stepper motor with all communications and control electronics integrated in one small package. Other novel features little seen at the time included the ability to daisy-chain multiple units and to manually control the actuator via a built-in control knob while monitoring the position on a connected computer.

About Zaber:
Since 1997, Zaber has added over 120 products to its family of precision motion control and laboratory automation devices including linear actuators, linear slides, motorized x-y-z stages, rotation stages, motorized mirror mounts, and micro-stepping motor controllers. More information on Zaber is available on Zaber’s website: http://www.zaber.com/products/product_group.php?group=T-LA&name=Miniature_Linear_Actuator&linkid=epr

Web Site: http://www.zaber.com

Contact Details: Bryan Cassidy
Marketing Manager
Zaber Technologies Inc.
2891 Steveston Highway
Richmond, BC, Canada
V7E 2J1
Toll free (North America): 1-888-276-8033
Phone: 604-276-8033
Fax: 604-648-8033
www.zaber.com

Released on:August 21, 2008, 5:56 am

Press Release Author: Balli Group

Industry: International Trade

Press Release Summary: Balli Steel has announced that the construction boom is driving steel prices in emerging markets, according to the latest Quarterly Market Report 2008 on global steel prices and trends

Press Release Body: Balli Steel has reported that in the last 12 months, global steel prices have increased by 100% and now range from around $1,000 to $1,500 per tonne. The company highlights that global annualised steel production has reached a record 1.4 billion tonnes, up from 800 million tonnes in 2000.

Balli Steel indicated that global steel trading demand is for two types of steel products: construction steel - beams, bars and mesh, used for infrastructure projects, offices, housing and leisure facilities - and industrial steel - used for manufacturing items such as automobiles, ships and pipes. The company revealed that the construction activity in emerging markets including China, the Middle East and Brazil, has been driving the price of steel over the past few years.

Balli Steel calculates that there will be continued buoyancy and capacity constraints for steel in the oil, shipbuilding and gas industries. They also highlighted the tremendous growth opportunities in emerging markets which now account for over 75% of global steel consumption.

China now dominates the world’s steel market, accounting for 45% of global steel consumption, up from just 30% 10 years ago. China has also emerged as a leading steel producer, with steel production expected to reach 550 million tonnes in 2008, up from approximately 200 million in 2000.

Balli Steel stressed that the Middle East is a strong market for the steel industry, with the market growing at a rate of 3.2% per annum, one of the fastest in the world.

In 2001 construction steel in the Middle East was priced at just $200 per tonne, but in 2008 it has peaked at $1,550 per tonne. The majority of the demand is for construction steel, required to help build the property mega projects such as The Palm Jumeriah, the Burj Dubai and Dubai Marina.

In the first half of 2008, Balli Steel supplied almost 1 million tonnes of steel to the Middle East. Since developers have now priced steel and other construction commodity prices into their forward development plans, the company does not anticipate further cost pressures, enabling Balli to anticipate a continuing healthy demand for steel until 2012 due the construction boom in the region.

Balli Steel believes that whilst the Dubai property market has grown significantly and emerged well ahead of other property markets in the region, the next 5 years will see the rapid growth of new property markets in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

The company highlighted that Saudi Arabia has not commenced construction on any of its major masterplan projects, which will add some 5 million tonnes per annum to the country’s steel requirement.

India is predicted to be one of the world’s fastest growing economies and producers of steel over the next 7 years, currently accounting for 50 million tonnes of steel, and Balli Steel calculates that this will double by 2015, driven by a huge demand for industrial steel.

Europe, which accounts for some 17% of global steel consumption, has been growing at a steady rate of 2% per annum. The steel markets in the southern European states are driven by a demand for construction steel, whilst the northern European countries are dominated by a demand for industrial steel products.

Notes for Editors:
Balli Group, is a large private, multi-national corporation, headquartered in London, but with offices in Dubai and other key business hubs around the world.

Balli was established in 1982 and operates a number of affiliated companies specialising in commodity trading, industrial, real estate and private equity with operations in over 20 countries. Together with its affiliated companies, Balli employs over 2,000 people worldwide.

Balli Steel is the company’s principal operating subsidiary, and is one of the largest independent steel traders in the world. Balli Steel provides raw materials and steel to a number of market segments.

Web Site: http://www.balli.co.uk

Contact Details: Alex Lawrie
PR Contact
Balli c/o
7 Hertford Street
Mayfair
London
W1J 7RH
020 7886 0304
www.balli.co.uk

Released on: August 20, 2008, 12:42 am

Press Release Author: Phoenix Machinery Movers

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: Phoenix Machinery Movers wants to add your organization to our long list of satisfied customers! We are eager to demonstrate our professional skills while giving attention to your machinery moving needs. Visit our website for a professional quote.

Press Release Body: Phoenix Machinery Movers knows the benefits of having the right tools for the job in the machinery moving industry. The right tools go beyond trucks, cranes, lift trucks and specialized moving equipment. Experience may be the most important asset in the industry and you can be confident that our employees have the “on the job” rigging know-how. We are continually upgrading and training our employees’ skills. At Phoenix, we know that the future depends on our investment in people.

Our heavy machinery experience has awarded us with an excellent reputation throughout the heavy hauling industry. Whether you need a machine moved within your plant, or you are relocating your entire plant across the country, our machinery experts are prepared for the challenge. Our project leaders not only manage the removal, transportation, and setup of your machines, but they also ensure the timely construction of your new plant including the proper foundations & pits. We provide turnkey solutions in mechanical, electrical, piping (hydraulic, air, & water), rigging, millwright services, machinery moving & heavy hauling.

Phoenix Machinery Movers maintains its high standards by keeping up-to-date with machinery manufactures’ specifications. We are authorized installers for many of the well known machine builders. Rest assured that your project is in good hands with one of the few manufacturer recommended machinery installers. Our personnel can disassemble, package, haul, and reassemble your machines based on the manufacturers’ specifications. At Phoenix Machinery Movers our employees meet or exceed both MUST and OSHA 30 Certifications.

We pride ourselves with our investment in heavy hauling & machinery moving equipment. We employ an entire team of qualified mechanics. Our safety records prove our commitment to excellence. Proper maintenance not only ensures safety, but also minimizes any downtime that may result in unnecessary repairs.

Our machinery moving services are not geographically limited to just the U.S. We have experience with our heavy hauling equipment in both Mexico and Canada. We also partner with other highly qualified machine rigging companies worldwide. Phoenix Machinery Movers is well established with several international shipping lines. We are prepared for your overseas crating, packaging and shipping. Let our experienced professionals deal with the red tape that comes along with customs and international brokerage.

For more information or to request a quote, please visit our website. http://www.phoenixmachinerymovers.com

Web Site: http://www.phoenixmachinerymovers.com

Contact Details: Phoenix Machinery Movers, Inc.
50555 Corporate Drive
Shelby Twp., MI 48315
(586) 731-9100 (800) 554-4880
http://www.phoenixmachinerymovers.com

Released on: May 28, 2008, 6:59 am

Press Release Author: Neil Preen

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: We can increase your Business in the Central and Eastern European region for your Industrial products.

Press Release Body: CeeIndustrial is a leading B2B directory promoting industrial related products to Central and Eastern Europe. We can add your Marketing material online such as your company information in 9 Languages, product images, logo static or flash, flash movie presentation PDF Catalogues online, A4 Static Presentations, press releases and Google Adwords Campaign in 9 Languages such as English, Polish, Russian, Czech, Hungary, Slovakian, Ukrainian, Romanian, and Bulgarian. We also provide Free news on the latest developments for Industry in Central and Eastern Europe

We focus on all Industrial Products and have a total of 38 vertical sectors such as Machine tools, CNC and EDM Machining, Robotics, Automation, control and assembly, Sheet metal working/ forming, Machine Tooling, Work holding devices, Tools, Welding Joining, cutting and Fastening Technology, Heat treatment, Furnaces Burners, heating equipment, Metal Forming (massiv) machines & Engraving Machinery, Power and Energy, Automotive Design & Production, Chemicals Industry apparatus and Machinery, Machinery for the Food and Beverage Industries, Packaging & Printing Industry, Pulp & Paper, Plastic Industry, Rubber Processing Machinery, Textiles and Shoes machines, Woodworking Machinery, Other Industry Machinery and tooling, Used and reconditioned machines, Parallel Kinematic machines & Micro machining, Industrial Computing, Software for machines, Pumps & compressors, Hydraulic and pneumatic components & Vacuum Technology, Valves, Pipes, Fittings Piping systems & Filters, Metrology, Factory/Warehouse/ Material Handling and Transport, Workwear, Safety & Security, Services for the workshop, Companies & Subcontracting , Industrial Supplies, Lubricants, Chemicals, adhesives & Materials, Environmental, Equipment for waste treatment/disposal and recycling.

For all the industrial products for the Central and Eastern Europe region Ceeindustrial and its staff have over 18 years bringing western know-how and technology in the industrial world to important decision makers, Industrial professionals and key local officials. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive business development tool designed to establish both direct and indirect sales channels across Industry within Central and Eastern Europe. We will also deliver news, facts and market intelligence to give our clients a complete overview of opportunities in Central and Eastern Europe.

We work with companies of all sizes what ever there experience form large multi nationals to smaller family run businesses. Whether you all ready have a strong network in Central and Eastern Europe or these are your first steps we our confident we can add value to your business in the Central and Eastern Europe industrial market.

Ceeindustrial is the industrial division of Europa Sources who specialize in industrial Specific B2B platforms for emerging markets.

Web Site: http://www.ceeindustrial.com

Contact Details: Office 1, 4th Floor Fairfax house, Causton road
,Riverside, Colchester, Essex
44 1206 571010
44 1206 576888
Albert@ceeindustrial.com

Released on: April 23, 2008, 1:19 pm

Press Release Author: Phil Vogel / Test Equipment Connection

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: Earth Day is every Day as Test Equipment Connection Takes a Green Approach to the Test Equipment Industry. Join Test Equipment Connection in a continuing effort to help save the environment.

Press Release Body: Repair, Trade-In, or Purchase Refurbished Test Equipment and join Test Equipment Connection in a continuing effort to help save the environment. Companies that purchase used test equipment help recycle and extend the useful life of high technology assets - plus enjoy the functionality of new equipment at a fraction of the cost.

”A trade in of test equipment to us prevents it from ending up in a landfill where it could be harmful to the environment, plus our customers can save money on the test equipment they need today or in the future,” said Phil Vogel, Business Development Manager for Test Equipment Connection Corporation. “We also take in non-functional test equipment to supplement our extensive parts inventory which ensures we have the parts needed to repair models that are no longer supported by the original manufacturer. We are always careful to use appropriate asset refurbishment, repair and disposal methods as recommended by Federal, State and Local authorities.”

About Test Equipment Connection Corporation
Test Equipment Connection Corporation and TE Connection Asia Limited are industry-leading suppliers of New and Refurbished electronic test and measurement (“T&M”) equipment. The companies sell, rent, lease, buy, trade, repair and calibrate over 250 manufacturers with thousands of products available New and Refurbished. The companies are a single source supplier with in-house calibration laboratories assuring that customers receive only the highest quality T&M equipment and support. Test Equipment Connection Corporation has over 200,000 customers, a 45,000 square foot warehouse and repair facility in the US, and 15 years of profitability and financial strength. The Company web sites are located at www.testequipmentconnection.com and www.teconnectionasia.com.

For More Information Contact: sales@testequipmentconnection.com

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Web Site: http://www.testequipmentconnection.com

Contact Details: Press Release Contact Information:

Phil Vogel - business@testequipmentconnection.com
Business Development Manager
Test Equipment Connection Corporation
30 Skyline Drive
Lake Mary, FL, USA
(800) 615-8378 x 141

Released on: April 8, 2008, 2:28 am

Press Release Author: Slingsby

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: Slingsby announce that their Environmental Management System has been formally accredited in meeting the requirements of the International Standard ISO 14001:2004

Press Release Body: Slingsby, market leaders in the distance selling of industrial and commercial equipment, has announced that their Environmental Management System has been formally accredited in meeting the requirements of the International Standard ISO 14001:2004.

Slingsby has worked hard to develop and implement systems to reduce emissions affecting climate change, and to segregate different wastes to maximise recycling and minimise landfill. Slingsby has also ensured that they have ongoing compliance with new and existing environmental legislation such as the Producer Responsibility (Packaging Waste) Directive and also the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive through membership of compliance schemes in the UK and Ireland.

The purpose of the International Standard ISO 14001:2004 is to enable an organization of any size or type to:
- identify and control the environmental impact of its activities, products or services
- improve its environmental performance continually
- implement a systematic approach to setting environmental objectives and targets, to achieving these and to demonstrating that they have been achieved.

According to the International Organization for Standardisation, “The ISO 14001:2004 is applicable to any organization that wishes to establish, implement, maintain and improve an environmental management system, to assure itself of conformity with its stated environmental policy, and to demonstrate conformity with ISO 14001:2004″

Dominic Slingsby, Managing Director said, “We are delighted we have achieved the ISO 14001 standard. We are extremely aware of our environmental responsibilities and have implemented a strategy to reduce our impact on the environment while continuing to improve the service to our customers”.

Slingsby recognises the effect it has on the environment due to business practices and is committed to reducing the extent of its impact through the Environmental Management System, adherence to new and current environmental legislation, and the application of best practice.

About Slingsby PLC
Formed in 1893, Slingsby, are leading suppliers of industrial supplies and commercial safety equipment with a range of 35,000 products to assist companies meet health and safety guidelines. The company continually strives to improve its manufacturing pedigree through investment in new technology, quality and increased product ranges.

Slingsby can also provide bespoke solutions tailored to meet client needs should they be unable to locate what they require amongst the 35,000 standard products on offer, (which includes major sections on Access Equipment, Environmental & Waste Management, Flooring and Matting, Signs and Labels, and Safety and Security supplies).

With 115 years experience of solving workplace problems, Slingsby is able to provide advice or guidance to cover most business needs, and can manufacture or source solutions when required to meet special orders.

Web Site: http://www.slingsby.com/

Contact Details: PR contact:
Louise Walsh
Marketing Communications Coordinator
HC Slingsby PLC
Otley Road
Baildon
Shipley
BD17 7LW
Tel: +44 (0)1274 535 030 ex 3342
Fax: +44 (0)1274 535 043