In an interview with Manufacturing Digital, Brian Bendig, president of Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing Ltd reveals that increased efficiency and a focus on its processes have created success for the company over the past 35 years. "Our 2009 year was our most profitable year," says Bendig. "I credit that success to a combination of three things: people, process and equipment." According to Bendig, success is contingent upon having all three components--the right people doing the right process on the right equipment breeds success. A shop may have state-of-the-art equipment, ...

The masonry contractor based in Texas has worked on all types of buildings and is renowned for its OSHA partnership. Wilks Masonry is synonymous with safety and service. The third generation masonry contractor based in Texas has developed local schools, public and government buildings for several years. A family operated business, Wilks Masonry doesn't just prosper with its personal approach to jobs, but for its OSHA partnership, a statewide safety regulation. The company employs their own safety coordinator in addition to requiring 30 hours of OSHA safety training ...

One Globe Renewables, LLC (OGR), today announced its partnership with Douglass Colony Group, a 60-year leader in commercial roofing, metals fabrication and solar installation. The partnership furthers OGR's mission to fast track the adoption of solar energy in the western states region. The team works with commercial, industrial and office building owners to turn non-producing rooftops and vacant land into solar energy producing assets for owners and investors. Business owners, land owners and institutional organizations have been leveraging the power of solar energy ...

In an interview with Construction Digital, Brett Laurent, CEO of Hastie New Zealand discusses what defines Hastie, the future of green technology in HVAC and the growth of the company. "What defines Hastie is a market leadership," he says in the interview. With Hastie New Zealand, the client has access to the international knowledge base of the entire Hastie Group, a benefit not available with other companies in the market. This wide net of expertise allows Hastie to deliver sound and cutting edge engineering input on large and complex projects throughout the region. ...

In an interview with Energy Digital, Don Boyle, Chief Administrative Officer of the Haldimand County discusses increased development, clean energy and the county's role in the Green Energy Hub. Located in Ontario, Haldimand is looking to take advantage of the Ontario Green Energy Act by attracting green energy companies and industries to the area, particularly companies focused on wind and solar energy. "We currently have proposed 200 windmills within the community as well as 1000 acres of solar panels," says Boyle in the interview. Though the county has a strong ...

In an interview with Energy Digital, Mayor Dennis Travale discusses the role of renewable energy in the Norfolk County's economic development and growth. Located in Ontario, Norfolk is looking to take advantage of the Ontario Green Energy Act by attracting green energy companies and industries to the area, particularly companies focused on wind and solar energy. Additionally, Norfolk is part of South Central Ontario Region (SCOR) Economic Development Corporation, a partnership between the counties of Brant, Elgin, Middlesex, Norfolk and Oxford. According to Mayor Travale, ...

In an interview with Energy Digital, Andy and Michael Franko of Fluid-Quip reminisce about the company's roots, reveal how they survived the economic recession and divulge the secrets of their patent-pending maximized stillage co-products system (MSC System). "We see a major opportunity in developing new technologies for that industry to enhance by-product separation," says Michael Franko in the interview. "Instead of selling leftovers, they can use all the benefits of the corn kernel that they're using to make ethanol." Additionally, the company has an opportunity ...

With the release of the biggest game of the year, Call of Duty: Black Ops and the launch of the Kinect for Microsoft's Xbox 360, it's been a fantastic week for gamers. We have to remember though, that all it takes is a spilt drink and things could go terribly wrong, especially if you don't have games console insurance. 24% of all games console insurance claims are due to spilt drinks according to specialist gadget insurance provider Protectyourbubble.com. Stephen Ebbett of Protectyourbubble.com goes on to explain: "Consoles are no longer just for solitary gamers. ...

PrestigioPlaza.com, an international computer and gadget online shop offering only the finest services and products from the world best known and exclusive brands, now offers Microsoft Open License Program for volume license purchases. Microsoft Open License program is a specially designed license purchasing program for small and medium size organizations wishing to obtain the most flexible and cost effective software solutions for the growing and changing economic needs. Recommended for organizations with up to 250 PCs, this software program becomes ideal for businesses, ...

Asap.co.uk, the popular travel comparison website, is helping people who are heading away to Spain for some winter sunshine to get big bargains on car hire wherever they are going. The site has deals on show to help people save on rentals in Barcelona, Alicante and more. As the winter sets in properly in Britain, many people's thoughts are turning to a spot of winter sunshine somewhere warm in southern Europe like Spain. In order to help people enjoy a trip on a budget, Asap.co.uk is offering a range of cheap prices for car hire at Barcelona airport to help people save ...

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Michael Bolton is set to appear on stage in Dusseldorf next month. Fans of the veteran American crooner will be in for an early Christmas treat when he arrives at the German city's Philipshalle venue on Tuesday December 7th. Bolton's performance in front of Dusseldorf hotel guests is one of several dates he has lined up in Germany, following appearances at Liverpool's Philharmonic Hall and the Royal Albert Hall in London. The singer launched his recording career in 1975 and has released 17 studio albums to date. Known for his powerful tenor voice, Bolton has ...

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Starting November 17, Bruegger's will offer its guests just what they need to beat the chill on a crisp winter day. The bakery operator, with 300 locations in 26 states, will reintroduce two favorites for a limited time only -- a lunch combination of its Four Cheese and Tomato Panini and Fire Roasted Tomato Soup, and its indulgent Cinnamon Roll Bagel. The Four Cheese Panini and Fire Roasted Tomato Soup pairing has all the qualities of classic comfort food: a steaming cup of sweet tomato soup served with a sandwich of melting cheeses and fresh sliced tomatoes inside ...

Skilled St. Louis and Crestwood cosmetic dentist, Dr. James Maxwell, introduces patients to the practice's new social media website. Patients can now connect and engage with their St. Louis dentist on popular social networking site - Facebook. Facebook has over 500 million users, making it an important tool for dentists to use to educate and communicate with patients about the importance of oral health. Patients can access Crestwood Dental Group's, St. Louis laser dentistry, Facebook via the practice's website. With the introduction of Facebook, patients can now interrelate ...

Houston Construction Services firm launched a new web presence to educate the public about their general contracting services and completed construction projects. Their new online endeavor allows potential clients to discover why GRA Gulf Coast Construction is a leader in Houston commercial construction that also views safety as their top priority on the construction site. Building on a foundation based on quality customer service, this Houston industrial construction services company works in partnership with the client to complete their construction project with total ...

The Houston Foot Specialists at Diagnostic Foot Specialists announce their informative website for current and prospective patients. Their new endeavor will aid visitors in learning more about this Houston Podiatrist, managing Houston foot pain and heel pain. Patients have the opportunity to request an appointment, identify the closest location, and ask the doctor a question all from their computer. For Spanish speaking patients, Diagnostic Foot Specialists offers a sister site in Spanish. Podiatrists with Houston based Diagnostic Foot Specialists treat a variety of ...

Premier Houston Plumber introduces online resource to aid potential clients needing a master plumber. Santhoff Plumbing, a leader in the Houston plumbing industry, now offers information regarding Houston commercial plumbing repair, Houston residential plumbing repair and other services online. While offering 24 hour a day emergency service, clients may also schedule a repair service call day or night over the Internet. This Houston plumbing company has earned a reputation for their dedication to customer service and quality workmanship. Whether a plumber is needed ...

Houston Tree Service Company launches a new online presence to spread their mission of total tree care and unmatched customer satisfaction. The Urban Foresters provide a variety of tree services in the Houston area including tree planting, Houston tree pruning, tree preservation, Houston tree removing and stump grinding. With their online resource, a prospective client may request a free quote or estimate with the ease of filling out a form on the website. Available to service trees on commercial and residential property in and around the city of Houston, this qualified ...

Active Release Techniques provides a new treatment option for those who are suffering from neck pain, lower back pain, sciatica, and other muscular injuries. Dr. Todd P. Sullivan of NOVA Chiropractic & Wellness Center recently achieved certification as a full body certified Active Release Techniques (ART) provider. Dr. Sullivan attended the Master's ART course in St. Louis, MO on November 13, 2010. "This certification allows me to treat a wide range of muscular, tendon, and nerve injuries. It also speeds up the healing process and helps to provide better treatment outcomes ...

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John Palazzolo, the former assistant principal at Arlington Heights High School in Fort Worth, Texas, found out the hard way how a person's past can catch up with them, especially if that past is a criminal one. The Fort Worth Independent School District voted to dismiss Palazzolo the last week of October for failing to disclose his criminal history when he applied for the Arlington Heights job in 2007. The crimes in question were misdemeanors: in 1997, Palazzolo pled guilty to failing to pay past-due child support, and in 1988 Palazzolo received a deferred sentence after ...

Since 1976, the Supreme Court of the United States has left it to the individual states to decide whether to allow death penalty sentencing. Two-thirds of the executions in the past generation have occurred in only five of the 35 states that authorize the death penalty: Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Texas and Virginia. Since 1976, Texas alone has executed 464 prisoners -- more than four times the number of executions in Virginia, the state with the second most executions in the same time, at 108 prisoners. History One aspect of Southern exceptionalism with regard to ...