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KBS Enterprises already has equipments such as banking, binding and laminating machines before the introduction of paper shredders. KBS has been a pioneer in this industry for more than 7 decades so they already know the general taste of the Pakistani market when it comes to such equipments.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Rubber Products market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Golden Global Corp, (OTCQB: GLDG) is pleased to announce that it has started work on the final phase of preparation to commence gold mining at its McDame lease in British Columbia, Canada. The final phase entails the purchase of the final piece of heavy machinery and utility vehicles needed to enhance the efficiency of operations.

The Council on Competitiveness and the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is hosting the American Energy & Manufacturing Competitiveness (AEMC) Partnership Dialogue 5 on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. System Insights’ CEO will be presenting at the conference. Sobel will be speaking with The Honorable Jennifer M. Granholm Former Governor and Distinguished Practitioner of Law and Public Policy University of California, Berkeley. The session is entitled, “Aligning Forces in Clean Energy Manufacturing through a PPP Facilitating Access to Extraordinary Resources and Capabilities,” and begins at 9:45 am at the Hearst Memorial Mining Building, Berkeley, CA.

Quality Digest reported last week that warehouse SKUs have quadrupled during the last 15 years, which has exacerbated the complexity of organizing and ensuring the accuracy of loading and delivery of product. The article by industrial journalist, Thomas R. Cutler noted, “On top of all of this is the importance of safety and maintaining a healthy workforce that is too often plagued by injuries. An aging workforce with great experience and knowledge is being lost due to the inability to endure the physical activity required for DSD delivery. Fuel costs and increasing fleets have also contributed to this complex quality equation.”

Cobra Low Profile Cable Ties, manufactured and distributed by Cobra Products Inc., are uniquely designed to address the concerns of marine installers, who often get their hands cut from the sharp edges of traditional cable ties, while performing repairs and maintenance work on boats and yachts. Bill Bishop, owner of Parmain Boat Works proclaims in his Marine Installer’s Rant blog post, “Is it just me or my imagination that Cable Ties are the most dangerous thing on a boat … where even the small square body of the tie wrap has sharp enough corners to insure efficient collection of my flesh?” Cobra Ties provide unparallel safety with its flexible head design which captures the trimmed-end, creating a smooth, snag-free surface with no sharp barbs or spikes sticking out that can potentially injure the installer, mechanic or the boat enthusiast. An indispensable part of marine supplies, Cobra Ties with its superior tensile strength, low profile head, and visually appealing appearance can not only enhance the look of the boat, but would also effectively and efficiently meet the requirement of wire bundling projects around the boat.

Today, Hyster Company announced that by working with Seegrid, the leading provider of vision-guided flexible automated guided vehicles (AGVs), Guided by Seegrid technology will soon be available to Hyster customers. The Guided by Seegrid technology allows Hyster to increase the intelligence of its lift trucks with Seegrid’s premier vision-guided automation system. The system delivers smart navigation without the need for wires, lasers, or tapes like other AGVs.

LOPO China announced today that it has completed engineering construction of its second kiln, which is expected to commence production in the second half of 2014.

Growing time and budget pressures are causing more and more companies to seek improved performances in internal material flows and turnover. At the same time, as vehicles and transport systems are offering ever better performance possibilities, executives are increasingly aware of the field of materials handling. In recent years in particular, a range of innovations and new drive engineering technologies have greatly increased machine efficiency. This has led to shortened amortization times and an increasingly investment-friendly climate, which in turn help promote the development of new innovations.

SYNCFAB Hybrid 3D Print and Design released a Video Update with a personal message related to the company's current Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign ending April 30, 2014.

Pcdata USA pick-to-light systems are part of a lean processes, offering shorter throughput times, fewer errors, significant cost savings; additionally the result is increased customer satisfaction, a faster ability to supply products, and process transparency. Traditional picking methods are one of highest expenses when operating a warehouse. Pcdata USA lowers that cost through leading edge Pick-to-Light systems. Pcdata USA installation versus implementation products are experiencing huge growth in hundreds of business sectors throughout North America.

Ultriva, Inc. announced the implementation of end-to-end pull and deployment of internal Kanban for a successful maker of gas and wood burning fireplaces. Scott Stickles, Application Consulting Manager at Ultriva, Inc., noted, “The hearth manufacturer has been using the external supplier loop into a consignment warehouse for about six years. They were struggling with having to bring a full box quantity out of consignment into the lines for production use. In many cases this could be a month or more of inventory. They wanted to maintain just a few days of inventory. By putting our internal pull in place it will allow them to do this and reduce inventory.”

System Insights (http://www.systeminsights.com) announced that JW Kane Precision Engineering selected VIMANA as their manufacturing software platform for improving shop floor production efficiency.

Trilogiq USA will introduce a new integrated production system called GRAPHIT® at THE BIG M Conference. The new product line includes VeryGrip, MonoBlok, InstantMatch, and SoftAdjust. The completely reusable tubes and ease of assembly meets the market demand for Ergonomic material handling solutions. To access the GRAPHIT Guide, go to: http://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/158144/f98e9d2f-7592-441d-8176-f9261d80afcd.

Performance Product Technologies has made the new ZF Hurth product catalogs available on their website. ZF Marine is a worldwide distributor of high end transmission gearboxes and other marine parts. Performance Product Technologies now features their catalog on their website for customers seeking discounts on transmission parts or technical specifications for rebuilding their ZF 63A down angle gear box.

Total Panel Products has created a lot of reputation and recognition with its nested/optimized panel processing services. The wood cutting service offered by the company ensures full consistency and unrivalled accuracy that can easily match up to the expectations of the clients. The company offers accurate wood cutting services for MDF products, MFC board and plywood with the help of its highly advanced machineries. Edge Banding services are also available from the company for different materials like Chipboard, Melamine, Plywood, MDF as well as Solid Grade Laminate. A new edging technology is being used by the company for Baz edgebanding that helps with tighter external radius. For Baz machining, the company makes use of Homag Baz 211 Contour Edge Banding and Ott Shark Edgebander.

Pathfinder is presenting “Cost Containment through Effective Project Management” at the 2014 CIM Convention. This session will be Tuesday March 13th from 2:00 – 4:30 in the Construction to Production block.

Peter Bak, European Representative for Seegrid, explained that by demonstrating a rapid ROI (return on investment) in AGV solutions, Seegrid is poised for dramatic growth among manufacturers and distributors in Europe during 2014. Bak reported, “The growing need for intelligent – simple and flexible – Material Handling automation that can present a fast return on investment highlights Seegrid as the best choice for European companies in 2014.” Seegrid products and Bak will be at CeMAT May 19-23, 2014 in Hannover, Germany. Seegrid will be exhibiting at Hall 27, Booth H12.

Manufacturing Revival Radio, a weekly podcast about the resurgence of American manufacturing, interviewed special guest Tom Andel Editor in Chief of Material and Handling Logistics (ML&L). Todd Schnick and Todd Youngblood hosts of the radio program interviewed the material handling leader. Seegrid sponsored the show during the first day of MODEX 2014; the company is the maker of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for the material handling industry.

Euromonitor International's Industrial reports provide a 360 degree view of an industry. The Industrial market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the Finishing of Textiles market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be they new product developments, packaging innovations, economic/lifestyle influences, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts illustrate how the market is set to change.

Global Actuators Market by Application (Industry, Health care, Automobile, Aerospace & Defense, Marine and Mining), & by Geography (Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, North America, the Middle East, and Rest of the world) - Forecast Analysis (2014-2019)

Manufacturing Revival Radio, a weekly podcast about the resurgence of American manufacturing, interviewed special guest Bob Trebilcock, Executive Editor of Modern Materials Handling. Todd Schnick and Todd Youngblood hosts of the radio program interviewed the material handling leader. Seegrid sponsored the show during the first day of MODEX 2014; the company is the maker of automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for the material handling industry.

Trilogiq USA, a full service provider of holistic material handling solutions, is experiencing dynamic growth as demand increases in the holistic material handing industry. The company Director of Operations, Luman Temby, announced the hiring of Andrew Kunkel, Project Manager.

Seegrid Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Horbal, is taking his proven track record in business and expanding the global footprint of Seegrid’s award-winning technology in its flexible automated guided vehicle (AGV), otherwise known as robotic industrial truck, into Europe at CeMAT 2014. Seegrid is exhibiting at CeMat 2014 to meet global demand of robotic industrial trucks. Seegrid will be exhibiting at Hall 27, Booth H12. CeMAT 2014 runs from May 19 to May 23, 2014, in Hannover, Germany.

The Magline CooLift Delivery System and Magline hand trucks can potentially reduce the force a driver handles on a typical route by up to 25,000 pounds, thereby substantially reducing injury risk, according to a recent survey by Humantech, Inc. The cumulative force is supported by the drivers’ hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, and back joints.