Frost Electric Supply Stores Receive 2012 American Subcontractors Association Award

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St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

The American Subcontractors Association (ASA) Midwest Council has awarded Frost Electric Supply St. Louis the prestigious award of Vendor of the Year at their 19th Annual Awards Gala, held at the Four Seasons in Downtown St. Louis.

The Vendor of the Year was awarded to Frost based on performance in a variety of quality assurance and customer service areas, including the delivery of fair pricing that is consistent in its application, mutually fair and equitable purchase orders, easy accessibility in and off peak hours for clients, timeliness of scheduled deliveries on a consistent basis, strong administrative procedures for fulfillment of orders, and most importantly, their commitment to strong customer relations.

Frost Electric Supply has been in operation for over 100 years. Originally specializing in manufacturing the wire and batteries that appeared in wall phones, Frost now prides itself in providing fastening, lighting, building maintenance and electrical supplies to St. Louis and beyond for a variety of construction, property management and industrial contract work.

They have continued to build a reputation as one of the premier electrical distributors in St. Louis providing clients with tools, electrical supplies, fasteners and more for a variety of construction projects. In addition to commercial electric, Frost has branched out to provide St. Louis with tool supplies needed to finalize concrete and plumbing projects.

While maintaining a full stock of high quality hand and power tools, safety equipment and fasteners in their St. Louis and Illinois locations, Frost also sees the powerful potential solar energy affords and is the largest distributor of Green Choice products. Frost not only sells supplies but also assists businesses operate in compliance with the latest energy regulations.

Frost provides electrical supplies throughout St. Louis to some of the largest global and state companies, including Boeing and Ameren, as well as smaller and mid-sized businesses and electrical contractors.

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Today Is Self Tan Day According To La Mode London, The Model Advice Specialist At The Heart Of The Modelling Industry

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London, UK (PRWEB UK) 18 May 2012

With self tan products improving all the time in leaps and bounds, La Mode London say models feel fake tan is one way to look slimmer.

For the modern day model, looking good is very important, according to http://www.lamodelondon.com. Self tan is making a comeback they say and with so many fantastic products on the market, a model can make themselves look slimmer and more healthy if they get the model application right. Friday seems to be the day to be seen with a tan they explain.

‘We get so many models through our doors who say they feel like their body looks slimmer and more toned when they have a tan,’ explains Helen. ‘Our studios smell of that very distinctive self tan scent, and Fridays are the worst!’ She goes on to say, ‘Thursday night is definitely the night to apply it for many part time models to bronze themselves up ready for the weekend.’

According to the model experts in the hub of the modelling market, self tanning is relatively inexpensive and easy to do, as long as it’s done correctly. ‘There’s nothing worse than seeing a model with a distinct orange line around her face’, laughs Helen.’ It certainly gives our beauty and make up experts a run for their money if we do have to sort out a fake tan disaster.’

La Mode, the model advice specialists, encourage new clients to arrive at their famous photo shoot days, without make up on at all if possible, to allow the experts to work their magic on a relatively blank canvas.

‘A model really needs to look good with or without make up and a lot are, understandably, turning to fake tan during the winter months to hide pale and pasty skin. Self tanning nowadays is so much more accessible, and although we still get a few scary over-applicated models, the majority have got the balance just right.

A model needs to feel confident in themselves according to La Mode and if self tanning is one way of boosting confidence levels, then they can certainly work around the smell.

‘Over the years we have gone from calling our self tanned models the ‘chocoholics’ to the ‘tanoholics’, because the products have gotten so much better and its rare we see self tan disasters anymore thank goodness. A model needs to keep out of the sun because it’s so damaging to the skin, and sometimes they just need that extra bit of summer in a bottle. It’s much kinder and it doesn’t age those delicate areas on the face.’

Visit http://www.lamodelondon.com for all the latest up to date modelling advice.







Therm-Omega-Tech Releases New Therm-O-Mix Station With Low PSI Option

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(PRWEB) May 16, 2012

Therm-Omega-Tech, the global leader in the design and manufacture of self-actuating temperature control valves, announced today that is has developed a new low-PSI Therm-O-Mix Station. The Therm-O-Mix Station is an all-weather, instant tempered water supply for safety showers and eyewash stations that use steam and cold water. The new low-PSI model works with as little as 15 PSI steam pressure, whereas the previous model required at least 45 PSI.

We heard from our clients that they wanted the reliability of instant tepid water in their plants, but the steam they used was only at 25 PSI, said Nick Tallos, V.P. of Engineering. We firmly believe that every employee should have access to safety precautions and that every manager should rest assured that they are code compliant in protecting their teams. Thats why we developed this new Therm-O-Mix Station, and its why we will continue to innovate products to help our clients.

The Therm-O-Mix is easily installed on eyewash and shower stations and uses existing plant steam and water supply only. When the shower or eyewash station is activated, the pressure drop on a diaphragm opens a steam control valve. Water and steam flow are established instantly heating the water and condensing the steam. A water mixing valve then blends the heated water with cold water to produce a consistent output of 85

Manufacturing Professionals Gather in Cleveland to Access Knowledge, Connections, Innovations Driving the Industrys Future

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Dearborn, MI (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

As the United States manufacturing sector continues to gain momentum, manufacturing professionals can continue their own development at the 2012 Society of Manufacturing Engineers Annual Conference. Held June 3-5, 2012, in the manufacturing stronghold of Cleveland, the conference offers the networking, learning opportunities and technological innovations that are integral to the industrys future.

At the SME Annual Conference, manufacturing professionals have the chance to be part of something bigger bigger than themselves, bigger than their companies a resurgence of manufacturing as a driver of this nations economy, said Mark C. Tomlinson, CEO and general manager of the Society. From keynote addresses by national innovation leaders based right here in Cleveland to tours of top-line manufacturing facilities and a showcase of the latest manufacturing innovations, this conference is an incredibly valuable development opportunity.

The 2012 SME Annual Conference will give participants access to not one, but two high-profile keynote speakers.

The first is Ramon “Ray” Lugo III, director at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) John H. Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. His address will highlight some of the ways NASA technology is being transferred to various manufacturing applications. Lugo is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the activities required in accomplishing the missions assigned to the Center, including advancing exploration of the solar system and beyond while maintaining global leadership in aeronautics.

The second keynote speaker is Tom Kiser, CEO of PSI Energy Solutions in Cleveland. Kiser has 30 years of experience implementing holistic, innovative energy efficiency strategies that have proven time and time again that a systems approach is about more than energy savings they can drive reductions in the costs of manufacturing production. His keynote speech will outline what he believes is a necessary and transformative shift in the way the industry thinks about producing, distributing and using energy that will set America on the path to sustainable self-sufficiency. In 2012, Kiser teamed up with an Ohio-based metals manufacturing company, Worthington Industries, Inc., as part of his push to take PSI global.

Conference attendees will have the opportunity to tour the NASA Glenn Research Center as part of the event program. SME will also offer tours of the machine division of Cleveland-based Lincoln Electric, the world leader in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding products, robotic arc welding systems, fume control systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment that has a leading global position in the brazing and soldering alloys market.

Central to the events programming are sessions showcasing SMEs 2012 Innovations That Could Change the Way You Manufacture. This years featured technologies include products and processes that already are generating significant cost reductions and advancing operations for manufacturers across the country. They include automated blade profiling, hyper-carbide cutting tools, model predictive controls, advanced control solutions, technology designed to accelerate LED lighting adoption, regenerative medicine and quantum levitation.

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is including a one-year membership with all paid conference registrations. Also included is admission to the Society of Manufacturing Engineers International Awards Gala, an evening of dining, music and dancing honoring the outstanding achievements of SME members.

New this year is the SME Annual Conference Student Competition. This is a collegiate-level manufacturing competition in which student chapter members choose, select and build their own manufacturing project to be evaluated by a select group of manufacturing professionals and educators.

The networking, technology and resources at the SME Annual Conference make it a must for manufacturing professionals looking to advance their careers, said 2011 conference attendee and SME member Jeffrey J. Arnold. I left last years event inspired to help my company improve our operations, and with the knowledge and connections to make it happen. If I were to attend just one professional development event a year, this would be it. SME means it when they say the conference is an invaluable opportunity to ‘meet, know and grow.

In addition to NASA Glenn Research Center, PSI Energy Solutions and Lincoln Electric, numerous Cleveland area manufacturing companies will take part in the event. Among them is Cleveland-based Tooling U, an SME company and the leading developer of online training for manufacturing companies and educational institutions, which will highlight solutions to the nations manufacturing skills gap crisis.

SME host chapters for the 2012 conference are Cleveland Chapter 3 and Northeast Ohio Chapter 220.

Event details, registration and housing information for the 2012 SME Annual Conference are available at http://www.sme.org/conference or by calling 800.733.4763.

For more information, connect on Facebook or the SME member-driven network on LinkedIn. Follow SME on Twitter and join the conversation using the hashtag #SMEannual.

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About SME:

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) (http://www.sme.org) is the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking. Through its many programs, events, magazine, publications and online training division, Tooling U, SME connects manufacturing practitioners to each other, to the latest technologies and to the most up-to-date manufacturing processes. SME has members around the world and is supported by a network of chapters and technical communities. A 501(c)3 organization, SME is a leader in manufacturing workforce development issues, working with industry, academic and government partners to support the current and future skilled workforce.







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MAGEN eco-ENERGY Acquires UMA Solar and Heliocol USA

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Altamonte Springs, Fla. (PRWEB) May 18, 2012

MAGEN eco-ENERGY has acquired 100 percent ownership of UMA Solar national distributor of Heliocol, Solene, SunStar and Heliolectric solar energy solutions from partner Victor Eyal.

For more than 30 years, MAGEN eco-ENERGY and Victor Eyal shared 50/50 ownership of UMA Solar and its affiliates. Magen’s acquisition and resulting 100 percent ownership of the company puts UMA Solar and MAGEN eco-ENERGY at the forefront of the global solar thermal market, enhancing each company’s future growth and performance.

“We have seen a tremendous opportunity for growth in the U.S. solar thermal market,” said MAGEN eco-ENERGY CEO and UMA Solar Chairman, Mati Bavli. “We believe the solar thermal industry in the United States is still at the ground floor level. The acquisition of UMA Solar creates new growth opportunities for our current and future partners.”

UMA Solar CEO and President Victor Eyal said the acquisition gives the company the ability to expand aggressively, further maturing as the nation’s top solar thermal manufacturer and distributor.

“Our long affiliation has shown us that we share a vision of growth and innovation,” Eyal said. “Our combined organization has the people, technology and quality of service required to lead the solar industry.”

Eyal retains his position as CEO and President of UMA Solar and its affiliates.

“UMA Solar remains a U.S.-based company,” Eyal added. “And we will continue to manufacture and distribute top-quality solar energy solutions, including products meeting the requirements of the Buy American Act. Our pursuit of new partnerships with contractors and distributors nationwide will carry on while our investment in engineering, marketing and research and development will significantly increase.”

About UMA Solar

UMA Solar manufactures and distributes the industry’s highest-performing solar products for residential and commercial applications nationwide. UMA Solar features industry-leading products including Heliocol, the world’s top solar pool heating systems; Solene Solar Water Heating Systems utilizing the industry’s highest-rated domestic water heating systems with more than 100 OG-300 systems available; and, Heliolectric, photovoltaic (PV) solar electric equipment packages, individual components and complete systems. UMA Solar offers its products through its network of more than 700 dealers nationwide. Five distribution locations are strategically placed throughout the U.S. for convenient and continuous availability. For more information, call UMA Solar at 1-800-79-SOLAR or visit http://umasolar.com.

About MAGEN eco-ENERGY

MAGEN eco-ENERGY, an Israeli-based global manufacturer of renewable energy solutions, is the parent company of the Magen International Group. In the nearly forty years since the company was founded, MAGEN eco-ENERGY has grown into a world leader specializing in the R&D, production, and marketing of ecological, economical solutions for each of its major product lines: Solar Heating for Swimming Pools, spas and Jacuzzis, Solar Water Heating Systems for domestic and commercial use, Natural Salt Chlorinators, Industrial & Agricultural Heat Exchangers and Pre-Heating solutions. Magens’ known brands are: Heliocol

Beach Republic to Host Official Samui Regatta Party on Koh Samui, Thailand

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Koh Samui, Thailand (PRWEB) May 18, 2012

On Wednesday May 30th 2012 for the third year running Beach Republic, the ocean club, resort and residences located on the island of Koh Samui, Thailand will host the Official Samui Regatta Party.

The highly anticipated annual Samui Regatta is one of Asia’s biggest sailing events and completes the final week of the Asian Yachting Grand Prix. Established in 2001, the Samui Regatta has grown to attract the best yachts in Asia in addition to a large spectator following who come for great sailing, unforgettable parties, and an atmosphere of unmistakable sanuk (the Thai word for fun that is a way of life in the Kingdom) that is second to none.

The regatta has several key objectives including increasing tourism to the island of Koh Samui, supporting youth education, and generating increased interest in sailing. Beach Republic is proud to be an official sponsor of the regatta and to support these worthy goals.

On Wednesday 30th May from 7pm, Beach Republic will open its doors for a three hour open bar with select wines, beers, and spirits as well as a selection of delicious tapas and wood fired gourmet pizzas. Partygoers will enjoy live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show over the waters of Lamai. Entry is 500 Baht, but it complimentary for all regatta participants.

For further details please contact events(at)beachrepublic(dot)com or call +66 (0) 77 458 100.

Beach Republic (http://www.BeachRepublic.com) is Thailands premier beach destination and Ocean Club. Established in 2008 on the idyllic island of Koh Samui in the Kingdoms gulf, the resort offers a range of exclusive amenities and services, including the Ocean Club and restaurant, and also the acclaimed Asian Fusion Spa. Beach Republic has firmly established itself as a must-visit destination, with both The New York Times and CNNGo.com recommending it to their audiences. With two ocean-front infinity edge pools, oversized sun loungers, VIP cabanas, and DJs spinning mellow grooves, the club offers a casual, yet completely unpretentious atmosphere. The weekly Sunday Sessions – featuring The Ultimate Sunday Brunch Club – is an island institution and is rated as Samuis best Sunday Brunch. Adjacent to the ocean club is Beach Republic The Residences, a collection of 39 contemporary suites, deluxe private pool villas, and stunning Penthouse Sky Pool Villas are complemented by comprehensive hotel services. Beach Republic events hosted at the ocean club are the insignia of the cosmopolitan lifestyle brand, and are driven by Art, Music, Fashion, Film and Social Media.







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Mesa del Sol Unveils First Smart Grid in the Nation

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Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) May 17, 2012

Mesa del Sol, Albuquerques visionary mixed-use, master planned community in the southern part of the city, once again made history when it unveiled its new Smart Grid System the first of its kind in the nation. The Smart Grid System, in conjunction with the PNM Prosperity Energy Storage Project,the nations first solar storage facility that is fully integrated into a utilitys power grid, is a showcase for future smart grid projects. The project objective is to innovate Smart Grid Controls to overcome the challenges presented by the intermittency associated with renewable energy sources.

The newly installed microgrid uses on-site solar, fuel cell, natural gas and back-up battery storage to power the 78,000 square foot Aperture Center at Mesa del Sol.

Partnering with Mesa del Sol on the Smart Grid is Japans New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), PNM, Sandia National Laboratories, The University of New Mexico and 9 Major Japanese companies including Shimizu Corporation. The system was unveiled today with VIPs and dignitaries on hand.

NEDO is investing $ 22 million in the smart grid. In addition to funding to construct the system, NEDO will monitor and test the system for the next two years. Once complete, the entire project will be turned over to the University of New Mexicos Center for Emerging Energy Technologies for continued research and smart grid development.

The Aperture Center will require 400 kilowatts of electricity during its peak times. The smart grid will manage energy generation sources, the electrical grid and energy storage sourcesin a sustainable way. To meet the Aperture Centers needs, NEDO installed a 50 kilowatt solar photovoltaic system, an 80 kilowatt fuel cell, a 240 kilowatt natural gas powered generator and a 160 kilowatt/hour battery storage system as well as a state-of-the-art building energy management system and sensors for controlling energy use inside the building.

The new smart grid has a building management system that is automated and manages the electric supply and distribution between our on-site generation sources, energy storage and PNMs power grid, explained Manny Barerra, Mesa del Sols Director of Engineering.

The Smart Grid at the Aperture Center is another example of Mesa del Sol walking its talk, said Mesa del Sol Vice President of Development Chris Anderson. We have built this community to be sustainable at every level. Its not an after thought but a key facet of everything we do.

Backround on the Smart Grid Project

With the global population to exceed 9 billion in 2050, of which 70% are estimated to live in an urban environment, the building of smart communities with reduced energy and water needs is essential for a sustainable society. Energy use is on the increase, and sooner or later we need to find a way to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and increase the use of more sustainable sources of energy such as renewables, while maximizing energy efficiency to make the most of the energy that we do use.

Integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy into the power grid pose challenges to the power grid as it is today, due to their intermittent nature (i.e. when the sun goes down, there is no solar power; when the wind stops blowing there is no wind energy). Controlling demand in response to availability of energy, presents one possible way to integrate more renewable energy into the grid while maintaining reliability.

The New Mexico NEDO project is a collaborative endeavor between NEDO and the State of New Mexico government, National Laboratories (Los Alamos and Sandia) and other partners based on an MOU signed between the State Government and NEDO in August 2009, and a series of MOUs between NEDO and project partners (Sandia National Labs, Los Alamos National Labs, PNM, Mesa del Sol, County of Los Alamos and University of New Mexico) signed in 2010 and 2011. NEDO is participating in two (Los Alamos and Albuquerque) of the five smart grid projects which formed the New Mexico Green Grid Initiative.

Project Objective

With the objective of increasing renewables and enhancing energy efficiency, the project plans to demonstrate (1) a smart building with the ability to provide demand response (absorption of fluctuation of solar power and islanding capability in the case of emergencies), (2) control of a distribution feeder with high solar penetration using batteries and demand response, and (3) a smart house as a constituting element of a smart community (solar generation forecast and demand response using demand response signals).

In the Albuquerque Mesa del Sol site, we demonstrate (1) out of the above three demonstrations. Based on requests by the utility, we may shift the peak demand, in cases may feed power back into the grid, and in emergency situations operate on an islanding mode (managing demand/supply in the micro-grid and maintaining voltage/frequency) cut off from the general grid.

We consider that this demonstration presents a state-of-the-art example of a working micro-grid.

About Mesa del Sol

Mesa del Sol is a 12,900-acre mixed-use district located on Albuquerques south mesa. By combining job creation and sustainable urban community planning, Mesa del Sol will reflect a balance of environmental resources, economic objectives and social amenities in a community that is forward-looking with a highly defined sense of place. Mesa del Sol is a model sustainable community with plans to incorporate 18 million square feet of office, industrial, and retail space with 4,400 acres for residential development of 37,000 homes and supporting retail use. Mesa Del Sol incentivizes builders to exceed sustainability goals, and the master-plan includes the development of a solar-ready strategy for both residential and commercial elements and all commercial buildings are expected to be LEED Certified.

Mesa del Sol is a true public/private partnership. In addition to Forest City Covington, NM, LLC, Mesa del Sol is being developed in conjunction with other partners, including the New Mexico State Land Office, the University of New Mexico, with the support of the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County and the State of New Mexico.

About Forest City Covington

Forest City Covington NM, LLC is a joint venture between Forest City NM, LLC and Covington NM, LLC. Forest City NM, LLC is a subsidiary of Forest City Enterprises, Inc., an NYSE-listed national real estate company with $ 11.8 billion in total assets. Covington Capital and its affiliate companies currently own more than 9 million square feet of commercial/industrial space and are actively developing more than 17,000 acres of land in the Western United States.







Magento Development Company India, Profit By Outsourcing Announces Magento Speed Optimization Services

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Delhi/NCR (PRWEB) May 18, 2012

Indias First Magento Development India Partner, Profit By Outsourcing has now Announced Magento Customization Services for its clients.

Magento has undoubtedly evolved as the most preferred e-commerce module in the opensource community. Magneto comes with some of the best e-commerce modules and allows high level of customization to fit in some of the most complicated e-commerce options. Magento officially started development in 2007. At that time it was owned by Varien and was finally took over by e-bay in February 2010 with 49% ownership and later to 100% by June. After it was took over by e-bay, Magento saw huge development both in terms of technology and its overall awareness in the world

Profit By Outsourcing practices well laid out plan for deriving optimal performance of Magento eCommerce platform, in the most comprehensive and elaborative manner. Better and consistent performance translates to higher revenue and more success for an ecommerce business. For the best performance, following optimization techniques are utilized:

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An Outstanding Global Building Achievement Awarded to the Anna Maria Historic Green Village

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Anna Maria Island, FL (PRWEB) May 16, 2012

The U.S. Green Building Councils LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certifications have been given to more than 48,000 commercial and industrial projects since the process began in March 2000, representing nearly 8 billion sq ft of space in 50 US states and 117 countries.

The Sears and Rosedale Cottages are two of only 14 buildings in Florida to achieve the highest possible standard Platinum, achieved by a combination of:

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