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Tuesday, May 14th, 2013

Free Employer Hearing Conservation Seminars Set for June in the Marcellus Shale Regions of Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, USA – A series of free HearForever® by Howard Leight seminars to improve employer hearing conservation programs and prevent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) on the worksite are scheduled for June in the Marcellus Shale Regions of Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

Titled “HearForever®: Best Practices in Effective Hearing Conservation,” the seminars will provide the latest information on hearing loss prevention, how to create a culture of safety, and the latest research, technologies, and solutions to help companies improve their hearing conservation programs — and their bottom line.

“Noise-induced hearing loss has been described as the world’s most prevalent occupational injury,” said Hearing Conservation Manager Theresa Y. Schulz, PhD., Lt. Col. USAF (Retired), of Honeywell Safety Products, who will lead the seminar. “But, with the proper education, motivation, and protection, it’s also 100% preventable.”

The half-day seminar —approved for continuing education credit by ABIH (American Board of Industrial Hygiene) — is designed for industrial hygienists, occupational health and safety professionals, audiologists, trainers, occupational nurses, and liability and risk management professionals across a variety of industries throughout the Marcellus Shale region. Topics will include:

  • Basics of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
  • Key Elements of an Effective Hearing Conservation Program
  • How to Use Leading Indicators in a Hearing Conservation Program to Stop Hearing Loss
  • Case Studies from Successful Hearing Conservation Programs
  • Employee Motivation and Training Techniques/Resources
  • Reducing Costs for Hearing Loss

The seminar will take place from 9 a.m. to Noon at the following locations:

  • Cleveland, OH, on Monday, June 3, 2013, at the Sheraton Cleveland Airport Hotel, 5300 Riverside Drive.
  • Cincinnati, OH, on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at the Marriott Cincinnati Hotel Mason, 9664 S Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH.
  • Charleston, WV, on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Charleston West, 400 2nd Ave SW.
  • Pittsburgh, PA, on Thursday, June 6, 2013, at the Hilton Garden Inn, Pittsburgh/Southpointe, 1000 Corporate Dr, Canonsburg, PA.

Attendees will receive free training materials, literature, and hearing protection samples. They will also participate in hands-on demonstrations of new hearing conservation technologies, including the VeriPRO® fit-testing system for measuring earplug fit, and the QUIETPRO®, an advanced in-ear communication system for high noise environments.

To register for the “HearForever® Best Practices in Effective Hearing Conservation” seminar, visit http://www.hearforever.org/Marcellus2013.

HearForever® hearing conservation seminars have been presented to thousands of safety professionals on five continents over the past nine years as part of Honeywell Safety Product’s HearForever® initiative to raise awareness of the dangers, risks and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss. Follow the initiative on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/HearForever.

About Honeywell Safety Products

Honeywell Safety Products is the global provider of Howard Leight® passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions and the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight products have helped wearers prevent occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating MAX® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: www.howardleight.com. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Honeywell

Honeywell International (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements. We identify the principal risks and uncertainties that affect our performance in our Form 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013

Technical Brief Details How DX AC Systems Can Meet ASHRAE IAQ and Energy Savings Standards

WOBURN, MASS. —January 23, 2013 — Engineers designing commercial HVAC systems for use in schools, hospitals, factories or office buildings face a host of conflicts and tradeoffs when trying to comply with both ASHRAE Standard 90.1 for Energy Efficiency and ASHRAE Standard 62.1 for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). To help engineers achieve a successful balance between the two, a new technical brief, “No More Tradeoffs: Designing DX AC Systems to Meet ASHRAE’s IAQ and Energy Savings Standards” is now available to download from Rawal Devices, Inc. at http://resources.rawal.com/dx-ac-technical-brief.

Over the past decades, ASHRAE 90.1 promoted energy efficiency as a predominant design factor in air conditioning equipment. Standards for building design, insulation, glass, and ventilation were affected by the amount of thermal energy brought in from the outside air. More recently, ASHRAE 62.1 emphasized IAQ requirements and focused on proper ventilation and humidity control for operations and health issues. Studies meanwhile have confirmed the problems caused by tight, energy-efficient buildings that do not have correct ventilation. As a result, engineers face a balancing act between energy savings and IAQ in AC system design.

The new technical brief, “No More Tradeoffs…,” presents the solution as the use of the direct expansion (DX) air conditioning “discharge air temperature” reset concept (based upon outdoor air conditions), plus continuous capacity modulation for the refrigeration circuit. Discussing the limitations of DX AC design, the brief details the “temperature reset with capacity modulation” solution with sample data and calculations. Several effective approaches are explored, including the use of VFD and digital compressors, and the Rawal APR-E electronic control.

Download “No More Tradeoffs: Designing DX AC Systems to Meet ASHRAE’s IAQ and Energy Savings Standards” from Rawal Devices, Inc., at http://resources.rawal.com/dx-ac-technical-brief.

About Rawal Devices, Inc.

Rawal Devices is the manufacturer of highly efficient and cost-effective solutions that solve temperature and humidity control problems in industrial, institutional, and commercial building applications. Rawal’s APR Control makes any standard air conditioning unit a variable-capacity system. The Rawal device permits the system to extend the cycle of operation, continuously matching capacity to changing load conditions while keeping the system in a dehumidifying mode. Rawal’s unique combination of technology, expertise, and service ensures proper temperature and humidity control for greater indoor comfort, air quality, and energy savings. For more information, visit the website at http://www.rawal.com.

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Thursday, November 8th, 2012

Honeywell Safety Products Offers “Mold Remediation Overview” to Advise Hurricane Cleanup Workers on Protection from Mold Exposure

SMITHFIELD, RI — Flood waters caused by hurricanes, rising rivers from torrential rains, and other natural disasters leave a wake of destruction. After the immediate cleanup, workers are left a major health hazard — mold. To assist with workers’ questions about how best to protect themselves, Honeywell Safety Products is offering its “Mold Remediation Overview” for download at http://goo.gl/3TRZn.

Molds are fungi that can be found anywhere, growing on virtually any substance. All that is needed is moisture, oxygen and an organic source. Any remediation work that disturbs mold and causes mold spores to become airborne increases the degree of exposure. While many molds are innocuous, other molds can be extremely toxic — causing respiratory and other disorders. Inhalation is the route of exposure of most concern to flood cleanup workers.

There are no U.S. government standards or regulations for exposure. However, government agencies have provided guidelines on personal protective equipment for workers. The level of protection recommended increases with the size and scope of the infected site.

To help workers protect themselves from the hazards of mold exposure, Honeywell Safety has published a “Mold Remediation Overview.” The document is available to download from the Honeywell Safety website at http://goo.gl/3TRZn.

About Honeywell Safety Products

Honeywell Safety Products (http://www.honeywellsafety.com), a global manufacturer of leading personal protective equipment (PPE) brands such as Honeywell®, Uvex®, North®, Howard Leight®, Miller®, Fibre-Metal® and Servus®, offers a full range of quality PPE including respiratory, hand, footwear and clothing, welding, head, first-aid, hearing, eye/face, fall protection, lockout/tag out, and traffic safety products.

About Honeywell

Honeywell International (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and certainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

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Tuesday, September 25th, 2012

Boston Seminar to Assist Medical Device & Pharmaceutical Manufacturers with Environmental Monitoring, Risk-Assessment

Microtest Laboratories will present an environmental monitoring seminar and risk-assessment workshop to assist medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers with building, validating, and maintaining their clean rooms and sterile manufacturing environments.

Titled “Environmental Monitoring Seminar and Risk-Assessment Workshop,” the event will provide practical information and the latest techniques on cleaning and disinfection programs designed to maintain aseptic conditions and prevent microbial contamination.

The event will be held at the MIT Endicott House in Dedham, Mass. — just outside Boston — on Wednesday, October 24, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

At the event, attendees will:

  • Participate in a hands-on workshop that focuses on risk assessment in the clean room
  • Discover the best practices for qualifying and maintaining a clean room facility
  • Identify and assess the risks commonly found in a clean room environment
  • Test the information they’ve learned in a mock clean room floor plan exercise

A networking reception, and lunch, is included. For more information, or to RSVP, contact Julie Adamski at Microtest Laboratories by phone at 1-800-631-1680, ext. 192, or by email at jadamski@microtestlabs.com. Registration for the event is $149.

The event is one in a series of technical seminars and workshops for medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers presented by Microtest Laboratories, a Mass.-based, FDA-audited company with a history of exceptional regulatory compliance. Microtest’s environmental sciences group helps its clients maintain control of theircontrolled environments and is a proven resource for contamination testing needs arising from the manufacturing of medical devices or pharmaceuticals, as well as sterile compounding in hospital pharmacies.

About Microtest Laboratories
Microtest Laboratories is a leader in testing services and contract manufacturing for the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Based in Agawam, Massachusetts, USA, the company provides expertise and flexible processes that enhance product safety and security, accelerate time to market, and minimize supply chain disruption. For more information, visit http://www.microtestlabs.com or call 1-413-786-1680 or toll-free 1-800-631-1680. Follow Microtest Laboratories on Twitter @MicrotestLabs at http://twitter.com/MicrotestLabs.

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Monday, October 31st, 2011

White Paper Helps Schools Address Risks and Costs Associated with PCBs

Needham, Mass. – October 31, 2011 – A new, free white paper assists schools and municipalities with management of the challenges and costs that can result from the discovery of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in their buildings.

The paper titled “What You Need to Know About Managing PCBs in Schools” details the nature of PCBs in buildings, required compliance issues, potential liabilities, and current risk management strategies for dealing with PCBs in school buildings.

“The current broad based regulatory focus on PCB-contaminated building products represents a  significant liability for schools, municipalities, building owners, real estate developers, REITS, financing institutions, and contractors, “says John McCarthy, President and co-founder of EH&E, a Needham, Massachusetts-based environmental services firm.

“The scientific, engineering, and regulatory aspects of building-related PCBs are complex and development of safe, cost effective solutions requires a detailed understanding of their often subtle interrelationships. Attempting to address this issue with incomplete information can dramatically impact the cost of operations, renovation or demolition of a building. Costs can quickly rise to millions of dollars for a single school building. Administrators of schools and other municipal real estate must be aware of the regulatory requirements, implications for building operations, and strategies to effectively minimize their risk and remediation costs,” he said.

This white paper describes a strategy to effectively identify potential risks avoid regulatory mishaps, address PCB-containing materials in a systematic manner and maintain a healthy school environment. It also provides guidance on how to assess the need for, and effectively estimate the costs of any remediation efforts, so that these costs can be appropriately managed and minimized in the project budget.

Download the white paper “What You Need to Know About Managing PCBs in Schools” at http://www.eheinc.com/pcb_mgmt_schools.htm.

Or, for more information contact EH&E directly on the web at: www.eheinc.com or by phone at 800-825-5343. 

About EH&E

EH&E (www.eheinc.com) has provided an extensive range of environmental and engineering consulting services for over 20 years. The EH&E team consists of more than 60 experts with an outstanding record of providing business-focused solutions for issues that affect the built environment. EH&E has a depth of knowledge and credibility unmatched in the industry.  The firm’s wealth of readily-accessible information is a powerful resource for its clients.

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Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

AirPal Expands Line of Air-Activated Transfer Pads to include Multi-Purpose Patient Positioning Functionality

4c6bbb7a North Wales, Penn, August 18, 2010 – AirPal®, a leading innovator and supplier of lateral air transfer and positioning technology, has announced the expansion of its line of air-activated transfer pads to incorporate multi-purpose patient positioning functionality.
“This announcement marks the launch of an entire new series of AirPal Safe Anatomic Positioning™ systems,” said Jim Weedling, President AirPal, Inc. “Among other functions, these exciting new products will enable nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other caregivers to optimally adjust a patient’s angle of elevation for procedures that require precise airway positioning, and more easily transfer patients laterally before and after the procedure.”

Announced today was the AirPal RAMP® All-In-One, which stands for Rapid Airway Management Positioning All-In-One system. It is designed primarily for the Operating Room (OR) to facilitate airway management in applications such as pre-oxygenation prior to anesthesia intubation, airway axes alignment for tracheal tube insertion to improve POGO scores and optimize glottic exposure, assistance with extubation to minimize the threat of tissue trauma, and many other procedures that require precise ear to sternal notch positioning. Other potential application areas include use in intensive care situations, emergency medical transport, and certain clinical care procedures.

Safe Anatomic Positioning system

“The RAMP All-In-One is a Safe Anatomic Positioning system that combines lateral transfer technology and flexible patient positioning,” said Weedling. “Its objectives are to afford greater safety and comfort for the patient, provide new levels of convenience for surgeons and anesthesiologists, and to assist in the prevention of patient handling injuries.”

Injuries to nurses caused by transferring or repositioning patients have been cited as a significant factor behind the medical industry’s escalating worker’s compensation costs. AirPal pioneered the original concept of using air-activated pads to more safely and easily transfer patients from one surface to another.

Because the RAMP module enables the patient’s angle of elevation to be adjusted via a pneumatic AirPod™, OR staff will no longer be required to manually lift the patient and use linens or pillows to achieve the desired elevation. The RAMP differs from conventional patient positioning techniques because it offers continuous adjustability, unlike the static wedges or linen props that must be readjusted each time the patient is moved. The RAMP was developed over a period of several years in collaboration with leading medical practitioners.

For more information regarding AirPal Safe Anatomic Positioning systems and the newly introduced RAMP All-In-One, contact AirPal at 800-633-4725 or http://airpal.com.

About AirPal®-Patient Transfer Systems, Inc:

AirPal®-Patient Transfer Systems, Inc. is a privately held Pennsylvania Corporation with offices in Center Valley and North Wales, PA. Established in 1984, AirPal® was the first company to bring to market an air-assisted lateral patient transfer device and is most noted for their “Platform” line of lateral patient transfer pads. The new AirPal® RAMP® Safe Anatomic Positioning system integrates safe patient handling practices with patient positioning for airway management. AirPal holds multiple patents and has remained a leading innovator in the market that they created. AirPal can be reached at 800-633-4725.

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Press contact: James Weedling, President, jweedling@airpal.com, 800-633-4725 or 610-282-4849

Download high resolution photos for publication from: http://airpal.com/photos

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Monday, July 19th, 2010

Free Seminars for Employers in Chicago, Cincinnati, Davenport, Indianapolis Will Focus on Occupational Hearing Loss Prevention, Hearing Protector Label Changes

hf_seminar_header_alberta2Free seminars focusing on the increasing critical importance – and rapidly changing regulatory environment — of occupational Hearing Conservation Programs will be held for employers in Chicago, Cincinnati, Davenport, and Indianapolis this September.

“The ‘HearForever™: Best Practices in Hearing Conservation’ seminars will address an expanding range of need-to-know topics for employers ranging from implementing an effective occupational Hearing Conservation Program to impact of the changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is expected to enact in September,” said Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. USAF (retired), Hearing Conservation Manager, Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC/Howard Leight.

Dr. Schulz will present the free three hour, 9 a.m. to Noon seminars. They’re scheduled as follows:
• Cincinnati, OH, Sept. 13, Monday, at the Hilton Garden Inn / Mason
• Indianapolis, IN, Sept. 14, Tuesday, at the Marriott Indianapolis North
• Chicago, IL, Sept. 15, Wednesday, at the Hilton Garden Inn / Chicago O’Hare Airport
• Davenport, IA, Sept. 16, Thursday, at the Radisson Quad City Plaza

To register, visit http://www.hearforever.org/hf2010midwest.theresa_schulz_2009-web2

Employers attending the seminars will receive practical information on noise-induced hearing loss, and the latest research and technology on hearing loss prevention. They will also explore the impact of the EPA’s imminent rule changing the Noise Reduction Rating labels on hearing protection devices. Topics will include:
• Basics of Hearing Conservation and Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
• Key Elements of an Occupational Hearing Conservation Program
• Impending Changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) and How They Affect You
• Reducing Costs for Occupational Hearing Loss
• Selection and Fitting of Hearing Protectors
• Employee Motivation and Training
• New Hearing Conservation Innovations and Technologies (In-Ear Dosimetry, Intelligent Protection, etc.)

Industrial hygienists, occupational health and safety professionals, safety managers, audiologists, and liability and risk management professionals are all encouraged to attend.

Continuing Education Units (CEU) will be available for members of AIHA and ASSE.

“Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is the most common, permanent occupational injury in the world – yet it’s also most preventable form of on-the-job injury,” she said. “We’re providing safety professionals with the knowledge and confidence to effectively manage their Hearing Conservation programs for the benefit of their workers — and their own bottom line.”

Attendees will receive free Hearing Conservation training materials, posters, and literature, as well as samples of Howard Leight and other Sperian products. Following the seminar, attendees can participate in hands-on demonstrations of Howard Leight’s new VeriPRO® ear plug fit testing system and QuietDose™ in-ear dosimetry.

Dr. Schulz, who will present the seminars, is a past president of the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA), and also past chair of the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). During her 20+ year career in the United States Air Force, she was twice recognized as USAF Outstanding Audiologist of the Year. Most recently, she served as a senior service fellow at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health’s (NIOSH) Hearing Loss Prevention Program. Dr. Schulz holds a Ph.D. in hearing science from Ohio State University.

Howard Leight Hearing Conservation seminars have been presented to over 3,000 safety professionals on five continents over the past five years. They’re part of Howard Leight’s industry-leading HearForever™ initiative to raise awareness of the dangers, risks and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss.

To register, visit http://www.hearforever.org/hf2010midwest.

Follow on Twitter: @HowardLeight at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight and @HearForeverOrg at http://twitter.com/hearforeverOrg. Find HearForever on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/HearForever.

About Howard Leight
Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: http://www.howardleight.com. Follow on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Sperian Protection
With nearly 6,000 employees worldwide, Sperian Protection is resolutely geared towards international markets. The world leader in personal protective equipment (hearing, eye, respiratory and fall protection, gloves, clothing and footwear), the Group offers innovative products adapted to high-risk environments so that all workers in the manufacturing and services industries can work with confidence. Sperian Protection is listed on Euronext’s Eurolist and on the SBF120.

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Public Relations contact, Boston:  Don Goncalves, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380, for Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

InQ Biosciences Introduces First Fully Integrated Cell Research System

HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA, U.S.A., July 13, 2010 — InQ Biosciences, a provider of innovative technologies for cell growth and research, announced its plans to launch the InQTM Cell Research System during the fourth quarter of 2010. InQ is the first fully integrated system that creates a high fidelity in vivo environment for studying stem cells, plus nerve, brain, and other mammalian cells for disease research.

“The InQ system is the only cell research instrument that combines a dynamic software-controlled sample environment with powerful imaging and real-time data collection,” said Aaron Hammons, President and Chief Technology Officer, InQ Biosciences. “Our system’s exclusive capability to tightly control environmental parameters with correlated sample feedback will create a new paradigm in cell biology research. Scientists will be empowered with novel and more relevant approaches to discovery as they pursue the causes of cancer and neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases,” Hammons said.

The benchtop system automates the cell culture process by enclosing the cells in a sealed, sterile removable cartridge that slides into the instrument. An onboard computer precisely controls the mix and flow of nutritive media and gasses and regulates the temperature. “Users will reap the benefits of extended cell growth and unprecedented experiment reproducibility and standardization. Now researchers can easily simulate hundreds of disease states, including stroke, heart attack, Alzheimer’s, and ALS,” said Hammons.

A built-in high-resolution microscope and camera record the assay at scheduled intervals, and can send the images to the researcher anywhere in the world via the Internet and smart phone. Adjustments to the experiment can be made remotely, as well.

The InQ System fits easily into research workflows and integrates with most laboratory information management systems. It requires fewer samples to attain study goals, generates more data points for greater accuracy of results, and dramatically reduces the number of failed experiments,” Hammons said.

Units will be shipped to early access partners beginning in September, with commercial launch scheduled in the fourth quarter. For more information on the InQ System, contact info@inqbio.com or 866-735-9684, or visit http://www.inqbio.com. Follow InQ Biosciences on Twitter at http://twitter.com/InQbio.

About InQ Biosciences

InQ Biosciences is a provider of innovative technologies for cell growth and research. The company’s InQ Cell Research System will empower scientists to unlock novel and more powerful approaches to cell-based discovery. The firm was founded in 2007 with technology originating from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Series B financing was completed in May 2010 and commercial launch of its InQ system is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2010. For more information, visit http://www.inqbio.com. Follow InQ Biosciences on Twitter at http://twitter.com/InQbio.

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Public Relations contact, Boston:  Don Goncalves, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380, for Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) Announces Call for Papers for 36th Annual Conference

nhcaWestminster, Colo. ― July 6, 2010 ― The National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) announces a call for papers for presentations and posters for its 36th Annual Conference, to be held February 24-26, 2011 in Mesa, Arizona. The theme of the conference is “The Future of Hearing Conservation: Technology & Innovation.”

Paper submission topics should reflect NHCA’s mission of “prevention of hearing loss due to noise and other environmental factors in all sectors of society.” Presentations may address basic scientific research, applied research, practical applications of research results, or other findings or concepts which may enhance hearing loss prevention efforts.

Submissions are being solicited for Platform (Panel) Presentations and Poster Presentations. All proposals must be submitted electronically – either online or by e-mail.
• Platform (Panel) Presentations proposals are due July 31, 2010. To submit, visit: http://ht.ly/21J5N
• Poster Presentations proposals are due September 1, 2010. To submit, visit: http://ht.ly/21J5N

NHCA’s conference features three days of engaging workshops, presentations, panel discussions and poster presentations on current issues relevant to the practice of hearing loss prevention. Key topics include the latest research on:
• Occupational hearing loss
• Music-induced hearing loss
• Hearing loss after impulse noise
• Novel strategies for measuring noise risk and pre-clinical effects of noise on hearing
• Hearing protection device innovations
• Public and personal health issues related to hearing loss
• Hearing loss prevention training and education
• Health communication strategies

Over 300 professionals attend the NHCA annual conference for professional development and networking opportunities.

About the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA)
The mission of the NHCA is to prevent hearing loss due to noise and other environmental factors in all sectors of society. NHCA provides networking, resources and professional development opportunities to improve skills, practices and services for over 600 members. NHCA’s membership includes audiologists, researchers, industrial hygienists, educators, professional service organizations, safety professionals, medical professionals, engineers, audio professionals, students, and others who have dedicated their work to the advancement of hearing loss prevention.

For more information about the National Hearing Conservation Association, visit the NHCA online at http://www.hearingconservation.org or call 1-303-224-9022. Follow the NHCA on Twitter at www.twitter.com/nhcaorg, on Facebook at http://bit.ly/vLRg5, and on LinkedIn at http://bit.ly/3X2DfT.

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Public Relations contact, Boston:  Don Goncalves, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380, for Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Friday, April 30th, 2010

“Information Transfer for Early Stage Fill/Finish Clinical Trial Material” Presentation is Featured at BIO International Convention

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AGAWAM, MASS. – May 3, 2010 – Alexander Mello, Director of Project Management at Microtest Laboratories, Inc. will present “Information Transfer for Early Stage Fill/Finish Clinical Trial Material” at the BIO International Convention, May 5, 2010 in Chicago.

Outsourcing fill/finish on an early stage/new clinical trial material has many challenges. The presentation will outline early stage clinical trial product information/technical transfer and detail out the challenges in educating the Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) about the nuances and special treatments for your product. Mello will discuss the issues involved with new large molecule products and product specifications that need to be discussed prior to subcontracting manufacturing to the CMO, including namely fill/finish, final release testing, storage and shipping.

Topics will include:
• Initial discussions on product nuances and specifications
• Material handling
• Temperature control before, during and after the manufacturing process
• In-Process controls (testing and other process requirements)
• Fill/Finish restraints (shear, bruising, foaming etc)
• Inspection
• Release Testing
• Storage/Shipping

Alexander Mello is Director of Project Management for Microtest, a leader in pharmaceutical testing services. He has 18 years of experience spanning Aseptic Fill/Finish, Microbiology, Method Transfer, Stability of Drug Product, Medical Devices/Combo Devices, and Sterilization Sciences. He holds a graduate degree in Biological Sciences and is a Specialist Microbiologist (NRM).

The presentation, “Information Transfer for Early Stage Fill/Finish Clinical Trial Material,” is scheduled for May 5th, 2010, 2-2:30pm at Booth 3338. The presentation is sponsored by Genetic Engineering News.

For more information, visit Microtest at the BIO International Convention, booth #1944, May 3-6 in Chicago. Or, visit the Microtest website at: http://www.microtestlabs.com/pharmaceutical-testing-services/ or call 1-800-631-1680.

Follow Microtest Labs on Twitter @MicrotestLabs at http://twitter.com/MicrotestLabs.

About Microtest
Microtest is a leader in testing services and contract manufacturing for the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Based in Agawam, Massachusetts, U.S.A., the company’s expertise and flexible processes enhance product safety and security, accelerate time to market, and minimize supply chain disruption. For more information, visit http://www.microtestlabs.com or call 1-413-786-1680 or toll-free 1-800-631-1680.

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Public Relations contact, Boston:  Don Goncalves, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380, for Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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