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Manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler recently contributed a feature article titled, “Automation via Supplier Scorecard,” published in the current issue of Automation and Control Today. Cutler profile TraceGains and concluded that rather than a reaction to a recall, it is best when automated solutions prevent out of spec ingredients from being shipped in the first place. This results in fewer reverse logistics activities.

The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association, (MHEDA) is the only trade association dedicated solely to improving the proficiency of the independent material handling equipment distributor. MHEDA represents all segments of the material handling industry and offers industry specific business training and resources to help maintain and strengthen material handling companies. Over fifty years ago, the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association was established to meet the need for a national organization to help distributors conduct business more professionally, offer opportunities to learn from each other, provide information relevant to business and insure a voice for your business.

Thought leaders are essential and Magline is fortunate to have found Greg Ecker, Magline Executive Vice President. He is an experienced sales strategist and innovative thought leader, develops annual business plans and corporate objectives, as well as coordinating the day-to-day operations of the corporation. Ecker brings years of brand experience to his position, having first come to Magline in 2007 as a Global Supply Chain Director, before becoming Vice President of Operations in 2008. He excelled in both positions, developing a sound understanding of Magline’s market presence while working to maintain strong customer relationships. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Sales & Marketing, where he led the development and implementation of Magline’s sales strategies. Ecker’s external responsibilities included brand strengthening, new product initiatives, and increasing Magline’s market share, while internally he worked to create a culture of innovation and urgency.

CovaChem is a worldwide supplier of chemical reagents that supply both in retail and in bulk. CovaChem is a supplier of products to the research scientists working in the field of life sciences. The company supplies the highest quality of reagents in the market that are used for mass spectrometry, proteomics, protein sciences, and drug testing & development. Customers that need chemicals and biochemical for analytical or research purposes are supplied with reagents. CovaChem offers an unconditional guarantee on all of their chemical products to instill customer confidence that the products they are manufacturing have the best quality in the industry. Research scientists who are conducting research for protein interaction discovery, drug development and proteomics use the products of CovaChem.

Ergologistics manufactures innovative products for the health and welfare of material handling workers. Their products will be demonstrated at ProMat 2013 located at Booth 115 from January 21-24, at Chicago's McCormick Place. ProMat will provide manufacturers the latest solutions to move business forward showcasing the very best in award-winning manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain equipment.

TR Cutler, Inc. (trcutlerinc.com) was founded by Thomas R. Cutler thirteen years ago. Maintaining extraordinary relationships with clients, journalists, editors, trendsetters, and key business leaders worldwide, TR Cutler, Inc. has become a key resource for those writing about the manufacturing sector. Cutler founded the proprietary Manufacturing Media Consortium in the 1999, which now tops 4000+ participating members. Cutler is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, American Society of Business Publication Editors, and Committee of Concerned Journalists, as well as author of more than five hundred feature articles annually regarding the manufacturing, industrial, and distribution sectors.

Seegrid provides robotic solutions to manufacturing, warehousing, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, retail, consumer packaged goods, automotive and 3PL industries. It also brings robotic industrial trucks and robotic vision-guided technology to the material handling industry. Seegrid technology transforms industrial vehicles into unmanned, automated pallet trucks and tow tractors that operate without the need for costly automated-guided vehicle guidance systems.

Pallet Truck Shop are now offering the environmentally-friendly I-ton Pallet Truck made entirely of non-metallic materials yet boasting a 1,000kg capacity. Pallet Truck Shop is one of the UK's leading Importers and Stockists of all types of Pallet Trucks and associated Handling Equipment including Stackers, Fork Lift Extensions, Platform Trucks, Moving Skates, Sack Trucks and Table Trucks.

For those who are on the road every single day, they are bound to notice some imperfections on bridges, highways, and other roadways. With Atlantic Concrete Cutting Inc. now offering diamond grinding in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, they will be able to provide a smooth surface for pavements that need rehabilitation in those areas. Not only will this prevent future accidents, but it will also extend the life of pavements, bridges, and roads while also increasing the roads resistance so automobiles will not slip.

Nikomed Online, the largest supplier of industrial cleaning equipment in the world, announces a new line of tacky mats for construction projects.

When it comes to new constructions, contractors may be guessing as to what is underneath the land they are about to build upon. However, with Atlantic Subsurface Imaging, LLC’s ground penetrating radar available in Philadelphia, Delaware, New Jersey and New York, construction workers in those states will now have the ability to gain more knowledge about the existing land they are working on. Depending on the area, and if it has been untouched for centuries, contractors could be completely guessing on the current conditions of the land below. This can be extremely important especially if there happens to be waste or even an old landfill buried below.

MPD newest edition to the retainer family is a narrow profile version, P/N BC-2003 for 20 mm diameter batteries. Offering a much narrower width than other competing designs and weighting just 0.48 grams is just the beginning of its benefits. The very low cost of the BC-2003 retainer make it particularly suitable for consumer products, single-use devices, RFID other price sensitive applications.

The restaurant industry is a multi-billion dollar industry, generating $660 billion in sales in 2012, according to the National Restaurant Association (NRA). However, several of the 980,000 restaurants operating in the United States struggle to earn a profit. One reason some restaurants may find it hard to earn a profit is due to unreliable or malfunctioning equipment. SupplyDIRECT Incorporated, a food service industry parts supplier, announces its distribution of equipment leveling products, namely the wobble wedge.

Seegrid Corporation (http://Seegrid.com), the leading manufacturer of robotic industrial trucks, will be featured in the Move It Show at ProMat 2013 at the DC Velocity’s theater. Seegrid will be exhibiting at booth 1531 during ProMat2013 January 21st -24th.

In only three weeks Seegrid Corp., the leading manufacturer of robotic industrial trucks, will be exhibiting at ProMat 2013. “Driverless Robotic Industrial Trucks: In Stock and Install in Hours” is the ProMat video entry of Seegrid. To vote for best ProMat video, all attendees must be a registered for ProMat 2013. Vote for Seegrid’s video at http://www.seegrid.com/votenow.

Ergologistics’ products will be demonstrated at ProMat 2013. Ergologisitcs is located at Booth 115 during ProMat 2013, from January 21-24, at Chicago's McCormick Place. ProMat will provide manufacturers the latest solutions to move business forward showcasing the very best in award-winning manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain equipment.

Lift'n Buddy (http://liftnbuddy.com) is the revolutionary mobile lifting device that combines the best of a standard two-wheeler's durability and functionality, with automatic lifting and lowering capabilities. Lift’n Buddy was the recipient of the 2012 Wall Street Journal Technology Innovation Awards for Technology Design as well as the Edison Award, Lift’n Buddy was recognized for new product innovation, in the category of Industrial Design Tools. The Lift'n Buddy has been designed with proper ergonomics and safety in mind for any person and any moving and lifting job. These mobile lifting devices, fabricated of durable, lightweight, extruded aluminum, help companies avoid the exposure of employee injury, litigation, and workers’ compensation claims.

Magliner Slider Ramps are lightweight and maneuverable; these are retractable Underbody Truck Ramps which are built for tough, long lasting service. These Magliner Slider Ramps roll out quickly and store securely under a truck. They ship completely assembled for easy installation.

With U loop handle, 14 x 7 1/2 inch extruded aluminum folding nose plate, 8 inch balloon cushion wheels. The Magliner Two-Wheel Folding Hand Truck is saving time and space. The average of ten minutes per stop and increased SKU management by owning the Magliner Two-Wheel Folding Hand Truck is an optimal solution for a variety of reasons.

In a recent issue of Modern Materials Handling, Associate editor Josh Bond wrote about RoboBusiness Leadership Summit. He discussed the future of robotics. Profiled in the article is Giant Eagle, one of the nation’s largest privately held multi-format food and fuel retailers. The company had to address how to handle inbound pallets beyond the manned hi-lift industrial vehicles used to putaway the product. Between twenty and thirty percent of inbound freight is now handled by three Seegrid GP8 double robotic pallet trucks at their retail support center in Crafton, Pennsylvania. Giant Eagle uses driverless robotic pallet trucks to “streak” (moving pallets from one area to another) inbound delivered pallets to a drop zone via WMS (Warehouse Management System). Currently the robots are used for inbound delivered pallets. The company is evaluating opportunities to use the same process for outbound deliveries.

Nikomed, the largest supplier of medical and construction equipment, announces new products for the holiday season that includes the Nashua brand Duct Tape. During the holiday season, many homeowners perform last-minute DIY projects and rely on Nikomed to supply top-of-the-line products and materials. New products being presented this holiday season include duct tape, heap vacuums and heap filters. Since it is close to being a brand new year, finish 2012 off strong, buy purchasing these new Nikomed products.

Manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler recently contributed a feature article titled, “Supplier Document Management at the Heart of Automation,” published in the current issue of AutomationMedia.com.

Ergologistics’ products will be demonstrated at ProMat 2013. Ergologisitcs is located at Booth 115 during ProMat 2013, from January 21-24, at Chicago's McCormick Place. ProMat will provide manufacturers the latest solutions to move business forward showcasing the very best in award-winning manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain equipment.

HitLights, one of the leading providers of LED products in North America, has recently added various LED strip lights to their inventory. These LED strip lights are specifically made for decoration, business, research and project uses. HitLights is also offering free shipping for orders over $60 on all of its items. The company is dedicated in providing LED light bulbs, automotive LED lights, LED gadgets and LED strip lights.

The launch of the Resistor Guide is announced, a comprehensive reference with information related to electrical resistors, along with other resistive components that includes varistors, thermistors, potentiometers and photoresistors. The site is the first of its kind that caters to a wide variety of individuals, from hobbyists to professional electrical engineers.