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Denise Gauthier of BNSF Railway named to Operation Lifesaver, Inc. board

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Libby Rector Snipe (lrectorsnipe@oli.org), (703) 739-0284 See the release online: http://bit.ly/1DxXh1o Denise Gauthier of BNSF Railway named to Operation Lifesaver, Inc. board WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2, 2015 – Denise Gauthier, manager, field safety support for BNSF Railway, has been named to the board of directors  ofOperation Lifesaver, Inc.  (OLI), President and CEO Joyce Rose announced. As chair-elect of OLI’s National Advisory Council (NAC), Gauthier has a non-voting seat

Exportation of logs and lumber from Russia failed to increase in the 4Q/14 despite the advantage of an almost 50% depreciated Rouble

The much-depreciated Russian rouble has given Russian exporters of logs and lumber a good opportunity to increase shipments of their products. However, softwood sawlog export volumes in the 4Q/14 were up only by 2-3% from the same quarter in 2013, while lumber exports declined over the same time period, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly.Seattle, USA. Two major events in Russia changed the outlook for production and exports of forest products in 2014. First came Russia’s involvement in Ukraine last spring, which resulted in an array of sanctions by governments in the US and Europe. Later

Proven Autism Strategies that Work in the Classroom

AAPC Publishing’s two latest books focus on effective strategies educators can apply to support students with autism spectrum and related disorders in their classrooms. Stuck! Strategies and Push to Open are your go to books for effective straight forward solutions that are proactive, positive, supportive and preventative. ”Teachers can provide appropriate activities and transitional tools in pre-K through high school to break a cycle of negativity, frustration, and uncertainty by using these strategies,”                         -Paula Dean, MA, assistant superintendent, Los Alamos

COVD Recognizes March is Brain Injury Awareness Month: Missing Link to the Rehabilitation Process

One of the biggest challenges brain injury survivors face is recovering enough to return to work or school. Brain injuries  impact people from all walks and stages of life. Some recover quickly and others take years. Optometric vision therapy  can make all the difference. “Vision problems can interfere with the recovery process. Unfortunately many people who have vision problems resulting from head trauma  don’t always realize that part of their symptoms 

Sawlog prices fell throughout much of North America during the 3Q/14 because of reduced lumber production and slowing log exports to Asia

Lower lumber production and slowing log exports to Asia resulted in generally lower sawlog prices in both the US and Canada in the 3Q/14, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. The biggest price declines were seen in the US South and in the Interior of British Columbia, where prices were down 3-10% from the 2Q/14.Seattle, USA. Sawlog prices were generally lower in the 3Q/14 than in the same quarter in 2013 in most of the major log-consuming regions of the US and Canada, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review (NAWFR). A noticeable decrease in log exports from

Wheatland Tube expands electrical portfolio with two new products

Wheatland Tube, a division of JMC Steel Group, has added two new electrical products to its portfolio: SmartSet EMT with a built-in set screw coupling and the SpeedCouple pre-installed swivel coupling. The new electrical metallic tubing and coupling products offer electrical contractors cost-effective, efficient solutions for electrical raceway installations. SmartSet EMT features a built-in set screw coupling that eliminates the need to purchase, inventory and install separate couplings — which can increase productivity and reduce project costs. SmartSet EMT is available in 10- and 20-

Trig Social Media AB (publ) forms alliance with El Espectador

Stockholm, 2 March 2015:  Trig Social Media AB (publ) is pleased to announce the Spanish media house El Espectador to be its newest addition to strategic alliances. El Espectador hosts a group of Spanish digital publications within the fields of culture and science, it has more than 200 000 daily readers and will soon be hosting prestigious publications from Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, and Peru. This alliance with El Espectador is a strategic move for Trig to increase its reach within the Spanish speaking markets.

Picoma Industries launches SpeedCouple, expands EC&N product portfolio

Picoma Industries, a division of JMC Steel Group, has announced the addition of SpeedCouple, a pre-installed elbow coupling, to their line of elbow, coupling and nipple products. A pre-installed elbow coupling, SpeedCouple connects in half the time when compared to a standard three-piece coupling. Instead of turning the elbow, contractors can turn SpeedCouple and let the lead-in tapered threads make the connection, which can save time, labor and up to 50 percent in material costs. SpeedCouple is available on rigid steel elbows in standard and special radiuses and in trade sizes 2"–5".

Sinegal Estate Winery: First Offering, March 4

Sinegal Estate Winery’s “unabashedly obsessive” approach to winemaking culminates with their first offeringSAN FRANCISCO, CA – March 2, 2015 – Newcomer to the Napa Valley wine scene, Sinegal Estate Winery , has announced its first wine offering for March 4. Situated on 30 acres of land in the heart of Napa Valley, the Estate’s nine acres of vineyards are meticulously tended and the winemaking team diligently follows 1,403 precise steps to make Sinegal’s wine. This is a historic first offering of wine by Sinegal: The 2013 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon – made

IQPC ENTERPRISE MOBILITY EXCHANGE SURVEY REVEALS RUGGED MOBILE DEVICE PROCUREMENT CHALLENGE

Those responsible for procuring rugged mobile devices for field services, utilities, logistics and the emergency services are focused on finding hardware that will clearly boost productivity within their company, according to an independent industry survey by conference organiser IQPC. A majority of respondents (78%) to the Enterprise Mobility Exchange Rugged Mobile Technology Report, which was commissioned by global rugged mobile device designer and manufacturer Getac, said boosting productivity was a crucial decision-making factor. Peter Molyneux, President, Getac UK, says: “I’m not

Picoma Industries launches SpeedCouple, expands EC&N product portfolio

CHICAGO (March 2, 2015) — Picoma Industries, a division of JMC Steel Group, has announced the addition of SpeedCouple, a pre-installed elbow coupling, to their line of elbow, coupling and nipple products. A pre-installed elbow coupling, SpeedCouple connects in half the time when compared to a standard three-piece coupling. Instead of turning the elbow, contractors can turn SpeedCouple and let the lead-in tapered threads make the connection, which can save time, labor and up to 50 percent in material costs. SpeedCouple is available on rigid steel elbows in standard and special radiuses

Wheatland Tube expands electrical portfolio with two new products

CHICAGO (March 2, 2015) — Wheatland Tube, a division of JMC Steel Group, has added two new electrical products to its portfolio: SmartSet EMT with a built-in set screw coupling and the SpeedCouple pre-installed swivel coupling. The new electrical metallic tubing and coupling products offer electrical contractors cost-effective, efficient solutions for electrical raceway installations. SmartSet EMT features a built-in set screw coupling that eliminates the need to purchase, inventory and install separate couplings — which can increase productivity and reduce project costs. SmartSet EMT is

Adaptable refrigeration docks at Mondrian London at Sea Containers

Williams’ equipment at iconic London hotel includes fire retardant coldroomsIn the heart of the Southbank, Mondrian London at Sea Containers is set to become one of the capital’s iconic hotels.  A Transatlantic fusion of English and American aesthetics, it is inspired by the glory days of 1920s ocean liners – a theme that runs from the lobby’s giant, copper-clad wall, shaped like a hull, to the first-class menu served in the brasserie-style restaurant, Sea Containers.  In such a setting, quality is paramount.  Sea Containers is open from 6am to midnight and serves up to 700 covers every

MICHELIN LAUNCHES FIRST SUMMER TYRE CERTIFIED FOR WINTER USE

Stoke-on-Trent – March 2, 2015Motorists will soon be able to purchase a summer tyre that has been certified for use in winter, following the unveiling of an all-new tyre dubbed by Michelin as one of its most important launches for a decade. Combining summer and winter tyre technologies, the new Michelin CrossClimate range offers the same levels of grip, road holding, energy efficiency and durability expected of a Michelin summer tyre, while maintaining winter performance comparable to that of a Michelin winter tyre. Michelin says the new CrossClimate range stands out for its

Trig Social Media AB (publ) and YouMoreTv enter joint promotion agreement of TrigMoney and Trig Esports

Stockholm, 2 March 2015:  Trig has entered a joint promotion agreement with YouMoreTv in Spain. Trig will henceforth manage the advertising content on YouMoreTv. This entails that the Trig Money Download button will be placed on the YouMoreTv platform as part of various promotion activities. Trig Tv will furthermore stream YouMoreTv content on their site while YouMoreTv will screen Trig’s media contents including those of Trig Esports, constituting yet another major step in Trig’s strategy to become a major player in the Esports world. YouMoreTv has over 3 million unique visits per month

Loyalty program Club Premier ‘makes magic with analytics’ using SAS®

SAS® Analytics helps understand member behavior, preferences to help commercial partners customize communicationsAs a leading loyalty program, Club Premier knows the importance of creating strong brand affinity and improving customer satisfaction. Club Premier uses SAS® Analytics  to understand its members more deeply and personalize communications that focus on their preferences. A recent report, Keeping Customers: Successful Loyalty Through Analytics  from SAS

New names at Setra

Anders Marklund will be Setra’s new CFO. He has been acting CFO since October 2014. Michael Lindholm has taken up the position of new Purchasing Manager. Three new positions have been appointed within the marketing organisation for building products.Anders Marklund has worked with finance and accounts within Setra since 2005. Prior to his role as acting CFO he was Group Controller. “I am very pleased that Anders will now be permanent in the role of CFO. Anders has long and extensive experience and since the autumn has also had a key role in the strategy work currently underway,” says

Oerlikon Graziano recognised for supplier excellence by John Deere

Long-standing relationship with agricultural and construction equipment manufacturer marked by high level of customer satisfaction regarding supply of leading-edge transmission technologiesRivoli (Italy), 2nd March 2015 – Oerlikon Drive Systems, with its brand Oerlikon Graziano, has received outstanding recognition under John Deere’s Achieving Excellence (AE) supplier performance process. Following measurement by John Deere in the areas of quality, delivery, wavelength, technical support and cost management, Oerlikon Graziano was awarded Key Supplier status from the company’s Agricultural

Falken Tyre is OEM for Volkswagen’s new midsize car

The new Volkswagen Passat line will be fitted with 16” ZIEX ZE914A tyres by the Japanese tyre brand Falken. The automotive manufacturer was won over by two versions of the Falken tyre – the ZIEX ZE914A (standard summer tyres) and the ZIEX ZE914A Ecorun (tyres with optimised rolling resistance)Volkswagen debuted its new Passat at the Autosalon trade fair in Paris at the start of October. The ZIEX ZE914, already proven as a standard tyre, was redeveloped for the Volkswagen Passat by Falken’s engineers in Japan and tailored to the Passat’s specifications. This is the first time that the

2015 Summer Camp Schedule at the Atlanta History Center and Margaret Mitchell House

The Atlanta History Center Presents Enriching Summer Programs for ChildrenThe Atlanta History Center and its Midtown campus located at Margaret Mitchell House announce the 2015 Summer Camp themes.  Atlanta History Center and Margaret Mitchell House campers explore a range of topics, engage in quality activities, and expand creative skills. With new themes each week, every child will likely find several topics to match their particular interests. Camps at both sites run June 1 – July 31, 2015. Camp registration will soon be in progress. Space is limited, so register early. To register a

Improved survival for patients with brain metastases who are ≤50 years old and receive SRS alone, without whole brain RT

Affirms ASTRO’s 2014 Choosing Wisely® recommendation for SRSCancer patients with limited brain metastases (one to four tumors) who are ≤50 years old should receive stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) without whole brain radiation therapy (WBRT), according to a study available online, open-access, and published in the March 15, 2015 issue of the International Journal of Radiation Oncology • Biology • Physics (Red Journal), the official scientific journal of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). For patients ≤50 years old who received SRS alone, survival was improved by 13

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