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Tim Floyd, National Sales Director for Trilogiq USA contributed to the feature article published recently in Automotive Industries. The feature article entitled, “Robots Improving Materials Handling Efficiencies While Reducing Costs,” authored by James Hilton discussed how robots have taken over most production lines and are moving onto the floor as the automotive industry adopts creative solutions to challenging situations. Hilton, reported, “An industry already operating under onerous regulatory compliance requirements and tight supply chain margins can ill afford to lose the productivity of a machine through the absence of a worker. Machines – particularly those operated by lower-level workers – can be found standing idle in plants around the world on any given day as the benchmark absenteeism rate for the Automotive Industry is 1.77% as calculated by Incident Days / Exposed Days.” Automated forklift operations have helped companies like Freightliner Custom Chassis to reduce costs and improve efficiencies. “Our materials department was able to show a labor cost savings of up to four hours per day for each Seegrid robot. So basically we are now saving around eight hours of labor cost per day just from the use of the robots. Our safety benefits were also a key contributor to our decision to become forklift free. Seegrid provides extremely reliable technology that greatly reduces our chances of any safety concerns from arising,” explains Timmy Mcabee, Materials Support Technician, at Freightliner Custom Chassis. Automotive Industries is devoted to providing a global coverage on all aspects of the automobile marketplace, with an emphasis on the people, products, and processes that shape the industry. Automotive Industries provides more than 18,000 manufacturers and suppliers with in-depth news, information, insight, and analysis on the global events that affect the auto industry. To read the entire article, go to: http://tinyurl.com/kgnu8hm. About Trilogiq USA Trilogiq USA (www.trilogiqusa.com) was founded in 2000 to provide material handling solutions to manufacturing organizations, with an initial focus on the automotive industry. Trilogiq USA was a pioneer in identifying automotive industry manufacturing successes and adapting solutions to other industries including aerospace, electronics, appliances, and logistics. The company, based in Livonia, Michigan, developed new methods and new applications. Years of growth in capabilities, geographic reach, and comprehensive one-stop-shopping solutions have created a wider scope and value proposition for Trilogiq USA’s customers. Working in all production and manufacturing industry sectors including distribution and warehousing, has made Trilogiq USA the first full-service implementer of best-practice production process improvement solutions. Follow Trilogiq USA on Twitter @TrilogiqUSA. Recently Trilogiq USA was awarded the first-ever Partner Achievement Award from Seegrid, the maker of robotic industrial trucks also known as flexible vision-guided automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to the material handling industry. Other strategic partners include Jervis B Webb; Trilogiq USA is a value added reseller (VAR) for Webb's Smart Cart automatic guided cart (AGC) product line, with the capability to design and fully integrate AGC systems. Another partner, Topper, designs quality industrial material handling equipment well known in the manufacturing sector. The combination of Topper and Trilogiq products and services enables many companies to implement lean logistics and fork lift free initiatives. Trilogiq USA is hosting the 2nd Annual Solution Expo On Thursday, October 10, 2013 Trilogiq USA is hosting the 2nd Annual Solution Expo which will include demonstrations of Automated Guided Carts, Designing Solutions with SketchUp, CNC machines, and a Seegrid Robot demonstration. Lunch will be served at this special event, however registration is limited and immediate reservations can be made at http://info.trilogiqusa.com/register-today-to-attend-trilogiqs-solution-expo--open-house.

Wohl Associates Inc. is now offering high performing and trustworthy used packaging machinery to business owners and processing/packaging operations. They have been one of the most reputable brands in the pre-owned processing and packaging machinery industries for the last 45 years. This company provides optimal performing pre-owned machines to clients in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries, saving them huge operational costs.

Cart2Cart, an automated shopping cart migration provider, announces a brand new feature aimed to help online merchants worldwide. From now on, the list of supported carts for data migration is enriched with CS-Cart version 4.

Integrity Supply Inc., a renowned online store offering the best construction products has recently announced the availability of line striper equipment at its store. These line striping machines belong to the well-known company,Graco.

Buriram Bosch Tool Center Ruangsangthai Ltd., the largest volume Power Tools dealer in Buriram Province is presenting the “Bosch Power Tools Tradesman Fair” Mon Aug 26 thru Sat Aug 31. The special sales event includes product demonstrations and exclusive offers to customers including a 6 months FREE extension on the Bosch Tools Warranty.

MCR Steel Construction is a proud Builder for CECO Building Systems and provides a wide range of services for individuals and businesses. Free quotes for projects are available online or through appointments with company personnel.

Word has it that a review website has just been launched to provide impartial reviews about the latest and most popular cordless tools available on the market today. According to reports and sources, the people behind bestcordlesstoolsreviews.com decided to release this new review website after a study concluded that the internet needs more factual and unbiased reviews about cordless tools, including Hitachi cordless tools, Makita cordless tools and many more. With this latest development, professional tradesmen as well as DIY handymen can now choose the right cordless tools for their profession, project or hobby. To get the latest cordless tools reviews from this new review site, visit http://bestcordlesstoolsreviews.com/.

Trilogiq USA announced the Second Annual Material Handling Solution Expo to be held on October 10th for manufacturing leaders. The focus will be to learn how distribution centers can become more effective. The company, based in Livonia, Michigan, develops new methods and applications for manufacturing companies. Years of growth in capabilities, geographic reach, and comprehensive one-stop-shopping solutions have created a wide scope and value proposition for Trilogiq USA’s customers.

Magline President and Material Handling Thought Leader Greg Ecker Prepares for Manufacturing Radio Interview

Select Designs recently announced the arrival of their latest product, an innovative hand chainsaw that lets users work faster and more efficiently. The product is the Gator Edged hand chainsaw and what makes this tool so effective is the fact that it has 54.54% more bi-directional cutting teeth than a standard hand chain saw. This acts as a huge force multiplier making the Gator Edged one of the most effective tools on the market.

A.T.B Material Handling (ATBMH), a respected leading buyer and seller of new and used pallet racks on the West Coast, now also provides clients with expert warehouse installation and dismantling services. As a fully licensed, bonded and insured California contractor ATBMH has professional crews ready to safely install warehouse storage systems. The expedited dismantling services also offered by ATBMH allow companies to vacate storage facilities quickly should they need to.

Trilogiq USA looked at what is driving the automotive manufacturing industry to automate its material handling processes. Tim Floyd, National Sales Director for Trilogiq USA commented, “Low cost automation is now a “best practice,” making what was once only an option for large companies with the budget to purchase sophisticated capital equipment, available to smaller manufacturers that face the challenges of high product change-overs and lower production volumes. Failure to adapt and automate in today’s environment will make it perpetually tougher to compete in a modern market.”

Better Health has recently announced the launch of its new website betterhealthfitness.com. In an age where healthy living is sought after, Better Health promises high quality fitness and recreational equipment at unbeatable prices.

Wasatch Product Development is focused on providing the most responsive and flexible service in the industry and has a diverse clientele ranging from leading global companies to virtual and emerging entities. With unmatched technical expertise, innovative equipment and regulatory knowledge, Wasatch maintains a demonstrated record with the FDA as well as with its customers; many of whom have outsourced with the company for over ten years. The Wasatch Product Development’s lab is compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) along with being registered and certified by the ATF, and FDA. Wasatch has been developing and manufacturing several unique products for many of the World’s most successful consumer product companies since 1998.

Wasatch Product Development is focused on providing the most responsive and flexible service in the industry and has a diverse clientele ranging from leading global companies to virtual and emerging entities. With unmatched technical expertise, innovative equipment and regulatory knowledge, Wasatch maintains a demonstrated record with the FDA as well as with its customers; many of whom have outsourced with the company for over ten years. The Wasatch Product Development’s lab is compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) along with being registered and certified by the ATF, and FDA. Wasatch has been developing and manufacturing several unique products for many of the World’s most successful consumer product companies since 1998.

Adart Poly Bag, a renowned New York based paper and plastic bags manufacturer, recently received an open arm gesture from its customers. The overwhelming response Adart Poly Bag received was for offering the world class services to its customers.

Wohl Associates, a trusted leader in the used processing and packaging industries, has announced their recently acquired inventory of tablet processing and packaging machines. Included in Wohl’s inventory is one Proquip tablet inspection belt that has an 8” wide belt. It has a top-mounted product hopper that has a vibratory feeder and is currently set utilizing single phase 115 volt electrics. The inspection belt is also mounted on a stainless steel stand and 4 castors that make the setup portable. For companies that are seeking tablet coating pans, Wohl has a 24” tablet coating system and air handling unit. The coating pan is equipped with an internal spray gun that coats the tablets. The main chamber is made from stainless steel with perforations, and this unit also has an accompanying air handling unit. One of the largest coating pans in Wohl’s inventory is a 48” coating pan that was manufactured by Stokes. This machine has internal spray guns and interior baffles for tablet coating. It is controlled by a variable frequency inverter that can adjust the timing of the spray guns for optimal coating. Wohl also has tablet coating and packaging machines from Vector, Key International, King, and other reliable brands. If Wohl doesn’t have the perfect coating pan for a particular operation, their staff will go out and find it and make sure that it is in great condition. Their knowledge and experience are one of their most valuable assets for buyers and they pride themselves on providing great customer service. Interested buyers can contact the team at Wohl Associates here - http://www.wohlassociates.com/ About Wohl Associates Wohl Associates is a leading dealer in the used processing and packaging machinery industry. With a history and solid reputation spanning over 40 years, they have earned the trust of their clients by offering quality pre-owned equipment, expert customer service and invaluable knowledge to their customers. They treat each customer on an individual basis and customers are provided the highest level of service. With a large inventory including cartoners, ribbon blenders, stainless steel tanks, unscrambling tables, colloid mills and vitamin manufacturing equipment. Wohl Associates has the pre-owned machinery to fit any production line. To view their inventory and learn more, visit them at http://www.wohlassociates.com/.

Abrasives are materials or minerals used for finishing and polishing surfaces like wood or metals. Generally, these materials are used to provide the finishing touches to the products prior to working on the external design of the surfaces. Since its inception in 2007, Dragon Abrasives Group has focused on becoming the leading distributor within the country while driving towards maximizing customer satisfaction. The Company offers a large product portfolio, which includes bonded materials, non-woven, coated, and super abrasive products, fiberglass, and sandblasting products.

G3 provides both excellent thermal and electrical insulating qualities while still maintaining mechanical strength that exceeds many high-temperature, expensive thermoplastics. G3 offers high temperature resistance, and good flexural, impact and compression strength. This combination of phenolic resin and fiberglass provides excellent dimensional stability and creep resistance over a wide temperature range and exhibits low smoke emission and toxicity qualities. These properties enhance G3’s application as thermal insulators, gaskets, slot wedges, valve plates and various industrial and transportation uses. It complies with NEMA G3 and MIL-I-24768/18, and Type GPG specifications.

Foam mattresses have been making headlines for several years, as the number of people who experience the improvement in sleep they offer grows every day. Offering comfortable and restful sleep, foam mattresses provide cushioning, consistency, and circulation benefits traditional spring mattresses do not and cannot. Due to their popularity and the quality of sleep they provide, foam mattresses routinely retail in the thousands-of-dollars range at major department, furniture, and mattress stores. Now, Foam Factory, Inc., one of the leading online retailers of foam products, is offering top-quality foam mattresses at a fraction of the cost many people have come to expect.

J-Works has start shipping the JSB39616 series of USB 16 channel switch input modules. Each channel input has an on-board pull-up resistor to sense switch (SW) closure or opening (SWNC).

Magline was recently recognized as a member of the Proud to Manufacture in Michigan program. Magline, Inc. (http://www.magliner.com) manufactures a complete line of innovative lightweight route distribution solutions under the Magliner brand.

With the imminent approach of the close and the worst of the ’13 Atlantic Storm Season (1st Jun. – Nov. 30th), and the catastrophic wake left by Sandy, it is of exceeding importance for homeowners to precaution their homes against flooding. For if the deluge comes, the deluge will not wait for anyone too late. And if a home has a basement, the basement becomes a sump and, the sump flooded, will flood the house. So to prevent or at least resist or even put off and mitigate flooding, these are five simple ways to ensure that the basement of a home is adequately prepared.

Protecting items during transit and protecting the environment are two goals any shipping department should strive to attain. Thanks to a biodegradable bubble wrap now available from eSupplyStore.com, those goals are now within reach.

Pallet jacks are an important piece of equipment in many different businesses. Every day, businesses use pallet jacks to move pallets around a warehouse or retail store. A good pallet jack is safe, easy-to-use, and efficient.