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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
July 6th, 2010
National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) Announces Call for Papers for 36th Annual Conference
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
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
June 23rd, 2010
Tony Nuzzo of First Commons Bank, Newton, Mass., Named Financial Services Executive of the Year in 2010 American Business Awards
Newton, Massachusetts – June 23, 2010 – Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, First Commons Bank, N.A., was named Executive of the Year in Financial Services at the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards program held June 21st in New York City.
The American Business Awards, also known as the Stevie Awards, are the only national, all- encompassing business awards program in the United States. The winners were announced in a dinner ceremony attended by approximately 700 business leaders at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. The competition featured 2,700 nominees in 11 categories. In 
addition to Nuzzo in Financial Services, announced winners for Executive of the Year in other categories included Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple; Lawrence Ellison, CEO of Oracle; Dr. Paul Jacobs, CEO of Qualcomm Inc.; and Barry Salzberg, CEO of Deloitte LLP.
The Stevie Award – a 16-inch tall, hand-cast, finished 24-karat gold statuette – is named for Stephen, and derived from the Greek for “crowned.”
In accepting the Stevie, Nuzzo said, “This award is testament to the founders, additional shareholders, the management team, and everyone in the bank – especially the Board of Directors and my wife, Julie – who all believed that we could make banking simple and sensible by creating what we call ‘the future of banking.’”
Members of the Board of Distinguished Judges & Advisors for the American Business Awards include some of the most prestigious names in American Business: Tom Peters, best-selling author – including In Search of Excellence; Anthony Robbins, Chairman and CEO of the Anthony Robbins Companies; and Donald Trump, Chairman, President & CEO of the Trump Organization; and many others.
In just nine months of operation ending March 31, 2010, First Commons Bank reported assets of more than $84 million making First Commons Bank larger than 2,300 of the nearly 8,000 FDIC-insured institutions in the United States; and one of the fastest growing new banks in the history of the nation.
Details about The American Business Awards and the lists of winners in all categories are available at www.stevieawards.com/aba.
About First Commons Bank
First Commons Bank, a nationally-chartered, FDIC-insured, full-service, community bank, is dedicated to serving the banking needs of small to mid-size businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. First Commons Bank combines the industry’s most advanced technology with a highly experienced, onsite, management team to provide clients with superior, personalized service and the highest quality banking experience. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of retail and business banking services, including checking and savings accounts, online banking, ATM/debit cards, money market accounts, certificates of deposit, home equity loans, residential and commercial mortgages, consumer and business loans, and cash management services. First Commons Bank (www.firstcommonsbank.com) is headquartered at 718 Beacon Street in Newton Centre, Massachusetts.
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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: American Business Awards, Executive of the Year, Financial Services, first commons bank, Massachusetts, Newton, Stevie Awards, Stevies
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
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.
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 820, clean room validation, cleaning processes, medical device, validating, white paper, whitepaper
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.
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: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations
Tags: ASCO Numatics, college, Engineering scholarship, Engineering scholarships, Engineering schools, graduate, industrial automation, undergraduate, university
May 24th, 2010
Get with the Program: Having a solid package validation program can prevent failure of combination products
FDA concerns regarding terminally sterilized medical products are based on years of data that implicate failures in primary packaging. Approximately 47% of failures occur due to inadequate package validation programs.
Read the new bylined article by Steven Richter, “Get with the Program: Having a solid package validation program can prevent failure of combination products,” for insight into the general requirements in a microbiological and physical testing program. It also discusses how combination products pose a unique set of challenges to package validation engineers.
Published May 2010 in MD&DI, at http://ht.ly/1P7lO
Steven Richter, PhD, is founder, president, and chief scientific officer of Microtest Laboratories Inc. (Agawam, MA).
Tags: combination products, microbiological testing, Microtest Labs, package testing, package validation, physical testing, primary packaging testing, Steven Richter
May 20th, 2010
Tiziani Whitmyre Releases White Paper On Performance Advertising Benefits for B2B Marketers
SHARON, MASS. – May 20, 2010 – TW Networks, a division of Boston-based marketing services firm Tiziani Whitmyre, Inc., has released a white paper that introduces the benefits of performance advertising for B2B marketers.
The paper, “Performance Advertising: How B2B Marketers Can Benefit from a New Pay-for-Performance Strategy,” explores how this new model exceeds the capabilities of traditional advertising for companies focused on lead generation and demand creation.
“The paper reviews how performance advertising changes the whole dynamic of online advertising,” said Rick Whitmyre, TW Networks president. “Instead of purchasing ad space based upon desired locations and ad frequency, marketers now can buy actual results.”
The paper defines the performance advertising model, reviews its strengths and applications, and provides case studies of companies that have successfully employed the strategy. It also discusses how the approach enhances marketing measurement and evaluation.
“In the paper, we describe how performance advertising provides marketers with insights that surpass traditional Web metrics — enabling measurements such as qualified lead generation and prospect conversion rates. These metrics permit marketers to perform real-time campaign customization and more accurate ROI calculation,” said Whitmyre.
Download a free copy of “Performance Advertising: How B2B Marketers Can Benefit from a New Pay-for-Performance Strategy” at: http://www.twnetworks.com/white-papers/performance-advertising.asp or call 781-793-9380.
About TW Networks
TW Networks (www.twnetworks.com) is the leader in online business-to-business (B2B) performance advertising. It is the only marketing firm that operates performance-based B2B networks reaching markets such as industrial automation and processing, OEM manufacturing, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, utilities, oil and gas, logistics and supply chain, and electronics. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of services that covers every step of the performance marketing process, including network and campaign development, commission structures, publisher and advertiser recruitment, network management, and creative services, plus campaign analytics, measurement, and optimization.
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 Internet marketing online (including search engine optimization, affiliate marketing, web design), public relations (PR), advertising, direct marketing, graphic design, and corporate branding strategy.
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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations
Tags: advertiser recruitment, advertising, and creative services, B2B advertising, B2B marketers, Boston, business-to-business advertising, campaign analytics, case studies, commission structures, development, marketing, measurement, network development, network management, New Pay-for-Performance, Optimization, performance advertising, performance marketing process, publisher recruitment, TW Networks white paper
May 20th, 2010
Texas Employers Urged to Attend Free June Seminars to Improve Hearing Conservation Programs
May 20, 2010 — Texas employers across the state are invited to attend free seminars in June designed to improve their Hearing Conservation Programs and help prevent noise-induced hearing loss among workers.
The three-hour seminars, “HearForever™: Best Practices in Hearing Conservation,” are set for Dallas, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Houston, and will provide practical information on noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and the latest research and technologies to enhance occupational hearing conservation programs.
Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. (retired, US Air Force), Hearing Conservation Manager at Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC/Howard Leight®, will host the seminars. Dr. Schulz is past president of the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) and past chair of the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). Dr. Schulz is a Texas native and during her career in the Air Force was stationed for a time at Brooks AFB in San Antonio. She holds a Ph.D. in hearing science from Ohio State University.
Designed for industrial hygienists, occupational health and safety professionals, safety managers, audiologists, and liability and risk management professionals, the seminars will cover:
• Basics of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
• Key Elements of an Effective Hearing Conservation Program
• Impending Changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) and How They Affect Employers
• Selection and Fitting of Hearing Protectors
• Employee Motivation and Training Techniques/Resources
• New Hearing Conservation Innovations and Technologies
The seminars will run from 9 a.m. to noon:
• Monday, June 7 - Dallas, TX, Embassy Suites Dallas – DFW International Airport North at Outdoor World
• Tuesday, June 8 - San Antonio, TX, Holiday Inn Northwest / Seaworld
• Wednesday, June 9 - Corpus Christi, TX, Embassy Suites Corpus Christi
• Thursday, June 10 - Houston, TX, Marriott Houston South at Hobby Airport
Continuing Education Units (CEU) are available for AIHA and ASSE members.
Attendees will receive free training materials, literature and hearing protection samples. Attendees are also invited to participate in hands-on demonstrations of Howard Leight’s new VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system and QuietDose™ in-ear dosimetry. A complementary continental breakfast is included.
To register, visit http://www.hearforever.org/hf2010texas.
Howard Leight Hearing Conservation seminars have been presented to over 2,500 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 (NIHL).
Follow on Twitter: @HearForeverOrg at http://twitter.com/hearforeverOrg.
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 (@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.
Tags: Corpus Christi, Dallas, employee health, employee health safety, employee safety, employers, Free Seminars, HearForever, hearing conservation, hearing loss, hearing loss prevention, hearing safety, Houston, NIHL, noise-induced hearing loss, San Antonio, worker protection, workers
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