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Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Numatics Express Rapid Shipping Program Now Includes Valves and Manifold Assemblies

NOVI, MICHIGAN, U.S.A., August 17, 2010 – ASCO Numatics, the world’s leading manufacturer of comprehensive fluid automation, flow control, and pneumatics solutions, announced today a major expansion of its Numatics Express shipping program to include the popular 2000 Series (2002, 2005, 2012, 2035), Mark3, 8 and 15 Series, L Series (L1,L2) valve platforms, and SH Series linear slides. In addition to cylinders, the company now guarantees 2-day shipment of linear slides, pneumatic valves, regulators, and mountings, and 3-day shipment of fully tested and assembled valve manifolds.

“With our rapid assemble-to-order capability, Numatics now offers the broadest line of pneumatic products and the fastest lead times of any quick-ship program in the industry,” said Robert W. Kemple, Jr., executive vice president, sales and marketing - Americas, ASCO Numatics. “Unlike other accelerated shipment offerings, Numatics Express gives customers the choice of more than 1,000 cylinders, linear slides, valves, regulators, and manifold assemblies with millions of available configurations —all for shipment within 2 and 3 days.”

Numatics Express products can be ordered and configured in minutes using Numatics’ online catalog and dynamic product modeling tool. Manifold assemblies come with up to eight stations plus valves and regulators. They are available with Sub D, Terminal Strip, and Fieldbus G2-2 (DeviceNet and Ethernet IP) electrical interfaces.

“With Numatics Express, customers can reduce the cycle times required to develop and build their equipment or make last minute engineering changes without disrupting project schedules,” said Kemple. “In addition, maintenance managers benefit from fast part replacement, reduced MRO inventory, and greater asset availability.”
The Numatics Express rapid-ship program is only available to U.S. customers. Order quantities are limited to 10 individual valves or regulators and 5 assembled manifolds.

“Only Numatics Express can offer the combination of easy ordering and configuration, exceptional performance and durability, and almost immediate shipment to customers across such a broad product line,” Kemple said.

For more information, contact Numatics at 1-888-NUMATICS (1-888-686-2842) or visit http://www.numatics.com/express.

Follow ASCO Numatics on Twitter at http://twitter.com/asconumatics. Find ASCO Numatics on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/asconumatics.

About ASCO Numatics
ASCO Numatics, a division of Emerson, offers comprehensive fluid automation solutions, including flow control and pneumatics products, for a wide range of industry-focused applications. The ASCO Numatics product line in North America consists of more than 50,000 valves, an extensive selection of air preparation equipment, and a full line of actuation products. ASCO products include solenoid pilot valves, angle body piston valves, linear indicators, redundant control systems, and pressure sensors. The Numatics line covers valve manifolds, cylinders, grippers, filters, regulators, and lubricators. For more information about ASCO Numatics products, visit www.asconumatics.com

About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE:EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Emerson’s sales in fiscal 2009 were $20.9 billion. The company is ranked 94th on the Fortune 500 list of America’s largest companies. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.

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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

Tags: ASCO Numatics, Numatics Express, pneumatic valves, pneumatics, valve manifolds
Posted in Manufacturing, Technology |

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

ASCO Introduces Two and Three-Way Valves with Improved Performance and Online Configuration Tool

FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY, August 10, 2010 – ASCO, the world’s leading manufacturer of solenoid valves, today introduced its 8262/8263 Series two-way and 8314 Series three-way direct acting solenoid valves with increased AC and DC pressure ratings and real-time online configuration and ordering. The two-way valves are ideal for applications in industrial and agricultural machinery, food products machinery, laundry and dishwashing appliances, and medical and analytical instruments. The three-way valves are ideal for process valve automation, fluid diversion, fluid mixing and piloting applications.

These valves are engineered with higher pressure ratings for AC and DC operation that enable original equipment manufacturers to achieve higher performance from their products. In addition, with the modular product architecture, a Web-based configuration tool, online ordering, and the ASCO Today guaranteed same-day shipping program, customers can rapidly configure and purchase an 8262/8263 or 8314 Series valve specifically for their application and receive it the next day.

The 8262/8263 Series valves come in brass and stainless steel constructions with 1/8-inch, ¼-inch, and 3/8-inch pipe sizes and are used to control the flow of air, water, light oil, and specialty media such as cryogenic fluids, ammonia, oxygen, and liquid propane. The 8314 Series valves come in brass and stainless steel constructions with 1/8-inch and ¼-inch pipe sizes and are used to control the flow of air, water, and light oil.

The online configuration tool allows a customer to quickly build a valve to meet a set of specific requirements. It then displays the list price, availability, 3D CAD drawings, and specifications for the configured product. The configurator generates an order code for the valve that permits an immediate online purchase, plus greatly simplifies the reordering process. Most of the 8262/8263/8314 Series valves are available through the ASCO Today same-day shipping program.

For more information, contact ASCO at 800-972-ASCO, by e-mail at info-valve@asco.com or visit http://www.ascovalve.com.

Follow ASCO on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ASCOValve. Find ASCO on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ascovalve.

About ASCO Numatics

ASCO Numatics, a division of Emerson, offers comprehensive fluid automation solutions, including flow control and pneumatics products, for a wide range of industry-focused applications. The ASCO Numatics product line in North America consists of more than 50,000 valves, an extensive selection of air preparation equipment, and a full line of actuation products. ASCO products include solenoid pilot valves, angle body piston valves, linear indicators, redundant control systems, and pressure sensors. The Numatics line covers valve manifolds, cylinders, grippers, filters, regulators, and lubricators. For more information about ASCO Numatics products, visit www.asconumatics.com.

About Emerson

Emerson (NYSE:EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Emerson’s sales in fiscal 2009 were $20.9 billion. The company is ranked 94th on the Fortune 500 list of America’s largest companies. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.

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Quick Facts

· ASCO introduces new 8262/8263 Series two-way and 8314 Series three-way direct acting solenoid valves

· 8262/8263 Series applications: Industrial and agricultural machinery, food products machinery, laundry and dishwashing appliances, and medical and analytical instruments. For control of flow of air, water, light oil, and specialty media such as cryogenic fluids, ammonia, oxygen, and liquid propane.

· 8314 Series applications: Process valve automation, fluid diversion, fluid mixing and piloting applications. For control of flow of air, water, and light oil

· Online Configuration Tool enables quick build of valves to meet specific requirements

· Available for Guaranteed next-day delivery

Media Resources

· High resolution image: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ascovalve/4876621434

Resource Links

· ASCO website: http://www.ascovalve.com

· Product information: http://www.ascovalve.com/Applications/Products/SolenoidValves.aspx

· Online Configuration Tool: http://www.catalogds.com/asco/da_selector.jsp

Social Media Links

· Twitter: http://twitter.com/ASCOValve

· Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ascovalve

Tags

· 8262/8263 Series, 8314 Series, flow control, fluid automation, pneumatics, solenoid valves

Public Relations contact (Boston): Don Goncalves of Tiziani Whitmyre, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380

Tags: 8262/8263 Series, 8314 Series, flow control, fluid automation, pneumatics, solenoid valves
Posted in Manufacturing |

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Harvest Time Bread Company Utilizes Tiziani Whitmyre, Inc. for Branding, Internet Marketing, Public Relations Services

SHARON, Mass. – July 19, 2010 – Harvest Time Bread Company, a leading producer of a wide variety of breads, rolls, whole grain and organic products, is utilizing Tiziani Whitmyre, Inc. as its corporate branding, Internet marketing, and public relations services partner.

Tiziani Whitmyre (http://www.tizinc.com), is a Boston-area interactive marketing and public relations services agency that helps business-to-business (B2B) manufacturing and technology-based companies to build brands, gather sales leads, and generate an ROI which maximizes payback on marketing communications budgets.

Harvest Time Bread Company (http://www.harvesttimebread.com) is the proud maker of high-quality bakery products for grocers and food service companies across the U.S. Harvest Time specializes in artisan, European, and all-natural breads; distinctive sandwich rolls; and whole-grain and organic offerings. The company maintains facilities in Woodbridge, New Jersey, and Mount Airy, North Carolina, U.S.A. Backed by a heritage of more than 25 years of distinguished baking, Harvest Time Bread Company was established in its present form in 2005. The company recently announced a $4.5 million investment to expand its bakery operations in the Southeastern U.S.

Tiziani Whitmyre recently completed a wide-ranging brand image makeover for Harvest Time that included corporate branding, packaging, and a newly designed and optimized website. Tiziani Whitmyre will continue to promote Harvest Time product and service offerings to national and regional food service companies, restaurants, grocery stores, and retail chains around the U.S. through a variety of Internet marketing and ongoing public relations (PR) campaign.

About Tiziani Whitmyre
Tiziani Whitmyre (www.tizinc.com) is a Boston area-based marketing services and strategies agency that builds brands, generates sales leads, and delivers an ROI which maximizes payback on any marketing communications budget. Services include public relations (PR) services, Internet marketing online (including search engine optimization, affiliate marketing, web design), advertising, direct marketing, graphic design, and corporate branding strategy.

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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

Tags: advertising, affiliate marketing, Boston, corporate branding, direct marketing, graphic design, Internet marketing online, PR, public relations, search engine optimization, services, web design
Posted in Business, Manufacturing |

Monday, July 19th, 2010

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

Free 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.

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

Tags: Chicago, Cincinnati, Davenport, employers, Free Seminars, hearing conservation, Hearing Protection, hearing protectors, Indianapolis, Occupational Hearing Loss Prevention
Posted in Buildings & Facilities, Health/Medical, Hearing Protection, Manufacturing |

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

New White Paper Helps Medical Device Manufacturers Apply New FDA Regs to Combination Products

AGAWAM, MASS. – July 13, 2010 – A new free, white paper that guides medical device manufacturers in the complicated process of applying new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations to combination products embedded with pharmaceutical or biologic components is now available from Microtest Laboratories (http://www.microtestlabs.com/combination-products-20/).

Combination products are a large and growing segment of the medical device market, with some analysts estimating they represent over 30% of all new product submissions to the FDA. As the market continues to grow, it is further compounded by the introduction of human tissue and cellular products (HCT/Ps) incorporated in combination products, which in turn, raise a host of new challenges for testing, sterilization, and contamination avoidance.

Over the past 12 months, the FDA has addressed the dichotomy of dual quality systems by developing streamlined regulations for Good Manufacturing Compliance. These regulations, designated as 21 CFR Part IV, are anticipated to become law by the end of 2010.

Once promulgated, manufacturers will be held accountable for compliance and the FDA will use it as a legal document for enforcement. In the new white paper titled, “Combination Products 2.0: Applying the New FDA Regulations,” Steven Richter, Ph.D, President and Chief Scientific Officer of Microtest Laboratories, Inc., addresses the implications for manufacturers. (Download from: http://www.microtestlabs.com/combination-products-20/). In the white paper, Dr. Richter discusses:

The New Regulations

Determining Principal Mode of Action — Device or Drug?

Stem Cells & Human Tissue in Combination Products

The Implications for Testing and Validation

An Example: Drug-Eluting Stents

“The new FDA regulations governing combination products are a major step forward for the industry. They apply to parts of both the QSR and GMP quality systems in a way that makes sense for the unique characteristics of each combination product. 21 CFR Part IV closes the gaps in the 2004 guidelines and succinctly clarifies the process for establishing quality systems that ensure compliance and patient health and safety. The ability of manufacturers to understand, establish, implement reliable testing procedures will be critical in complying with these new requirements,” Dr. Richter said.

Download a free copy of “Combination Products 2.0: Applying the New FDA Regulations” from http://www.microtestlabs.com/combination-products-20/.

Dr. Richter founded Microtest in 1984 after a distinguished career at the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Under his leadership, Microtest provides the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries with premier testing and manufacturing support.

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

Tags: 21 CFR Part IV, biologic component, biotechnology, combination products, FDA, HCT/Ps, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Microtest Laboratories, pharmaceutical, regulations
Posted in Biosciences, Health/Medical, Manufacturing |

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

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

nhca Westminster, 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

Tags: audio professionals, audiologists, educators, engineers, hearing loss, hearing loss prevention, industrial hygienists, medical professionals, National Hearing Conservation Association, NHCA, noise, professional service organizations, researchers, safety professionals, students
Posted in Buildings & Facilities, Business, Health/Medical, Hearing Protection, Manufacturing, Public Safety |

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

New Partnership to Develop Next Generation of Intelligent Hearing Protection and Communication Technology for Offshore Energy Industry

TRONDHEIM, Norway ─ July 6, 2010 – International energy company Statoil has partnered with SINTEF, Scandinavia’s largest independent research organization, and Nacre, developers of award-winning intelligent hearing protection and communication technology, to create the next generation of intelligent hearing protection and communication technologies for use in the offshore oil and gas industry.

Noise-induced hearing loss is the world’s most prevalent and permanent occupational disease. Workers on offshore oil platforms and other extreme environments face the risk of not only permanent hearing loss from exposures to high levels of hazardous noise over extended periods of time, but also challenges in maintaining adequate levels of speech communication and situational awareness, which are essential to maintaining safety.

There are two main objectives to the Statoil/SINTEF/Nacre partnership:
• Develop new intelligent hearing protection technologies to eradicate noise-induced hearing loss among workers on offshore oil and gas platforms
• Establish new methods and solutions to facilitate reliable spoken communication and situational awareness in high-noise work environments.

“This project aligns well with Statoil’s commitment to preventing accidents and our goal of zero personal injuries on the job,” said Eli Aamot, Vice President for the research program at Statoil. “This is a very important step towards gaining full control of noise exposure for our workers on offshore platforms, and providing them with advanced hearing protection and communication solutions that will help keep them safe.”

The partnership will harness SINTEF and Nacre’s success in intelligent hearing protection and communication technologies, including the QUIETPRO® intelligent hearing system. QUIETPRO is deployed operationally around the globe, including U.S., NATO and Scandinavian armed forces.

“SINTEF is committed to technology for a better society, and has a rich history of scientific research and development of intelligent hearing protection and situational awareness solutions,” said Dr. Odd Kr. Pettersen, research director at SINTEF. “This partnership will help solve the challenge workers experience in extreme noise environments and protect them from hazardous noise in a more innovative way.”

“Nacre’s QUIETPRO has been successfully deployed in some of the harshest and most challenging noise environments worldwide,” said Chris Humphrey, Vice President and General Manager for Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC, consisting of Nacre and Howard Leight®. “We are delighted to be working with Statoil and SINTEF on this important project, and building upon the QUIETPRO hearing protection and communication platform to provide new and innovative hearing safety solutions for the Oil and Gas industry.”

About Statoil
Statoil is an international energy company with operations in 40 countries. Building on more than 35 years of experience from oil and gas production on the Norwegian continental shelf, Statoil is committed to accommodating the world’s energy needs in a responsible manner, applying technology and creating innovative business solutions. Statoil operates 39 producing oil and gas fields, and is one of the world’s largest net sellers of crude oil. Headquartered in Norway with 30,000 employees worldwide, and are listed on the New York and Oslo stock exchanges.

About SINTEF
SINTEF is the largest independent research organization in Scandinavia, with about 2.100 employees. SINTEF is a broad-based, multi-disciplinary research company with international top-level expertise in technology, natural science, medicine and social science. Every year, SINTEF supports the development of 2,000 or so Norwegian and overseas companies via research and development activity. www.sintef.com

About Nacre/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC
Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions with its Howard Leight® and Nacre brands. Nacre is behind the highly successful QUIETPRO® intelligent hearing protection and communication system, a fully automated hearing preservation and communication system which enhances hearing when needed and protects against temporary and permanent damage. The QUIETPRO system has achieved the highest possible hearing protection rating from ISL. For further details visit www.nacre.no. For over 30 years, its Howard Leight brand has pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, VeriPRO® earplug fit testing technology, QuietDose™ in-ear dosimetry, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs through its HearForever™ initiative.

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Tags: communication, gas industry, howard leight, intelligent hearing protection, Nacre, offshore oil, SINTEF, Sperian, Statoil
Posted in Business, Hearing Protection, Manufacturing, Public Safety |

Monday, June 21st, 2010

VeriPRO from Howard Leight Wins Prestigious Industry Award for Innovation

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, USA, June 21 2010 – The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) has awarded its Product Innovation Award to VeriPRO®, the earplug fit testing system from Howard Leight®. The award, which is designed to recognize excellence and innovation within the safety industry, was presented at the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards Gala Dinner held during Safety and Health Expo 2010.

VeriPRO makes it easy to determine the Personal Attenuation Rating (PAR) of a worker fitted with any earplugs through a simple listening test.

This allows both safety managers and workers to ascertain if the worker receives optimal protection from noise with their earplugs, requires additional training, or needs to try a different model.

“Hearing conservation is an area that we are passionate about,” said Josephine Audoin, Marketing Manager for Sperian Protection UK. “We are delighted that the genuine innovation demonstrated by VeriPRO has been recognized by the British safety community.”

A report recently issued by the UK Health and Safety Executive, entitled “Real World Use and Performance of Hearing Protection,” gave a positive indication about the availability of appropriate Hearing Protection Devices (HPDs) in the UK. However, it also reported that “possibly

only 60% of workers supposedly using hearing protection are in fact protected.” One of the major reasons for this (and this applies particularly to ear plugs) is that the HPD is incorrectly fitted. Another concern for employers is the weakness of the published attenuation ratings system in regards to the specification of earplugs. The published attenuation ratings system only provides a theoretical level of hearing protection as opposed to an actual measurement of protection.

To help combat these issues, Howard Leight developed VeriPRO. VeriPRO benefits those that manage safety and employees alike. For the safety

professional, occupational health manager or site manager it fulfils European Directive 2003/10/EC requirements for training. For employees, VeriPRO demonstrates the importance of hearing protection in the workplace, and helps employees select and compare protectors to find the best choice for their ears and specific applications.

Unlike other field verification systems, VeriPRO can be used with any earplug, and the tests performed in virtually any setting. VeriPRO offers two test protocols. The Complete Check runs employees through five frequencies to determine PAR and is recommended for annual use. The Quick Check is a simplified test of earplug fit at one frequency, used as a fast and easy pass/fail check for more frequent use.

The VeriPRO system consists of PC-based software, an audiometrically optimized headset, audio processor, QuickStart guide and USB cable.

For more information about VeriPRO, visit http://www.howardleight.com/veripro/?locale=us.

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 s

ystem. Visit: http://www.howardleight.com.

Visit the Howard Leight website at http://www.howardleight.com. Follow us on Twitter (@HowardLeight) 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

Tags: british safety industry federation, bsif, field verification systems, hearing conservation, Hearing Protection, howard leight, rospa, Sperian Hearing Protection, uk health and safety executive, VeriPRO
Posted in Business, Hearing Protection, Manufacturing, Public Safety |

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

New White Paper Helps Medical Device Manufacturers Validate Cleaning Processes

AGAWAM, MASS. – June 2, 2010 – A new free, white paper that guides medical device manufacturers in the validation of their cleaning processes is now available from Microtest Laboratories.

As many medical devices are made of high-tech materials such as metallic alloys or synthetic plastics, manufacturers may require the use of various agents to aid in the manufacturing process, or produce contaminants that need to be removed. Thus, these products must be cleaned to ensure both patient safety and the continuing functionality of the device.

In a new white paper titled, “Five Steps to Validating the Cleaning Process of Medical Devices,” Patrick Kenny, Manager of Analytical Services at Microtest Laboratories, reviews medical device regulation under 21 CFR Part 820 – Quality System Regulation. (Download from: http://www.microtestlabs.com/cleaning-validation-paper.)

Several sections of Part 820 can be directly related to device cleanliness. For manufacturers, the challenge is to validate the cleaning process to ensure the devices are free of residue (chemical and particulate) in order to ensure patients are safe.

In the paper, Kenny presents a five-step process that provides a framework to assist medical device manufacturers in their cleaning validation efforts:
• #1: Evaluate the Process, Determine the Potential Contaminants
• #2: Determine the Limits
• #3: Identify the Analytical Test
• #4: Validate the Method for Use
• #5: Validate the Cleaning Process

Download a free copy of “Five Steps to Validating the Cleaning Process of Medical Devices,” from http://www.microtestlabs.com/cleaning-validation-paper.

At Microtest Labs, Kenny leads the services group performing medical device and pharmaceutical analytical testing for companies worldwide. He holds a M.S. degree in Chemistry and has spent the past 13 years working in QC, R&D and manufacturing laboratories.

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Tags: 21 CFR Part 820, clean room validation, cleaning processes, medical device, validating, white paper, whitepaper
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Monday, May 24th, 2010

ASCO Numatics Announces 2010 Industrial Automation Engineering Scholarships

FLORHAM PARK, NEW JERSEY, USA – ASCO Numatics, the world’s leading manufacturer of comprehensive fluid automation solutions, flow control, and pneumatics, today announced the beginning of the 2010/2011 academic year application period for two $5,000 scholarships available to U.S. engineering students pursuing careers in industrial automation-related disciplines. ASCO Numatics will also make $1,000 grants to the engineering departments of the colleges in which the winners are enrolled.

“The ASCO Numatics scholarship program is now entering its third year and we continue to be impressed by the caliber of the applicants and the winners,” said Robert W. Kemple, Jr., Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing - Americas, ASCO Numatics. “It is especially great to see so much talent looking to enter the industrial automation field. We look forward to a large and similarly talented application pool this year and wish them all the best of luck.”

The scholarships are merit-based and will be awarded on the candidate’s potential for leadership and for making a significant contribution to the engineering, instrumentation, systems, electrical, mechanical, and automation professions, particularly as they relate to the application of fluid control and fluid power technology. A panel of ASCO Numatics and independent judges will select the finalists.

Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate program in an engineering, instrumentation, systems, electrical, mechanical, or automation discipline at an accredited U.S. educational institution for the 2010/2011 academic year. At the time of application, they must have completed at least their sophomore year in a bachelor’s degree program, have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale, and be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident. Complete application details and forms are available at www.asconumatics.com/scholarship.

ASCO Numatics will present the scholarship awards at the 2010 ISA Automation Week: Technology and Solutions Event, October 4 – 7, 2010 at the Westin Galleria Complex in Houston. The ASCO Numatics award presentation will be part of the annual ISA Young Automation Professionals Festival (YAPFEST). ISA hosts YAPFEST for automation professionals between ages 18 and 30.

About ASCO Numatics

ASCO Numatics, formed by the merger of ASCO and Numatics, is a business unit of Emerson Industrial Automation. ASCO Numatics offers comprehensive fluid automation solutions, flow control and pneumatics for a wide range of industry-focused applications. The ASCO Numatics product line in North America consists of more than 50,000 valves, an extensive selection of air preparation equipment, and a full line of actuation products. ASCO products include solenoid pilot valves, angle body piston valves, linear indicators, redundant control systems, and pressure sensors. The Numatics line covers valve manifolds, cylinders, grippers, filters, regulators, and lubricators. For more information about ASCO Numatics products, visit www.asconumatics.com.

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