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Sixt and UNA Hotels & Resorts Extend Deals on Car Rentals and Hotel Packages: Both Lower Prices in Italy During September and October

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Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) August 16, 2012

Sixt, Germanys number one car rental company with locations all over Europe and in the United States, is making travel a bit more appealing for its international customers. Sixt has announced it will offer lower car rental rates at all of its locations in Italy to its international customers during September and October. UNA Hotels & Resorts, one of Sixts best Italian hotel partners, has cooperated with Sixt to offer lower rates on hotel rooms to Sixt customers on vacation in Italy during this time, as well.

Sixt suggests that its American customers travel to Italy in September and October, rather than in August, to capitalize on the more relaxing atmosphere and better deals.

August is the traditional vacation month for both Italians and international visitors to Italy, which means that the most popular urban and coastal Italian destinations are extremely crowded and expensive. International travelers who delay their vacation to Italy until September and October will find smaller crowds, nicer weather, and lower prices.

Car Rental Deals

Sixt is offering the following deals on its car rentals at its Italian locations during September and October:


Weekly rentals with pickup on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday starting from 22.71 per day for a Fiat 500 and 32.85 per day for a Renault Megane Sportour

Weekend rentals with pickup on Friday or Saturday and drop-off on Sunday or Monday starting from 23 per day for a Fiat 500 and 34 a day for a Renault Megane Sportour

To book a Sixt car rental with these lower rates, American customers can refer to http://www.Sixt.com and call the Sixt Calling Center at 1-888-SIXT-CAR (1-888-7498-227), referring to CD Number 9846837.

Lower Hotel Rates

In collaboration with Sixt, UNA Hotels & Resorts presents exclusive, unique, and personalized weekend rates reserved for Sixt customers in Italy during September and October. The following example reflects nightly rates for one two-person room, with breakfast and free Internet connection included:

Naples from 73
Milan from 83
Bologna from 79
Tuscany from 88

Booking a UNA hotel room with this offer is simple. Customers just need to visit the website http://www.unahotels.it, choose their destination, and make an online reservation by typing in the code C-SIXT.

The offer is valid for stays starting between August 31 and November 4, 2012. In case of any change of plans, customers can cancel reservations up to one day before the arrival date without paying any penalty.

UNA Hotels & Resorts offers three different types of accommodation choices:

UNA Hotels: elegant hotels in cities
UNA Resorts: sophisticated residences in the country or by the sea, specializing in fitness and wellness
UNAWAY Hotels: quality hotels outside cities on main road connections

UNA has always paid particular attention to the new trends in Italian design and architecture, collaborating with some of the most important Italian architects. These contemporary hotels are characterized by a unique style, a strong technological tendency, a particular focus on design and detail, and a seamless connection with the surrounding environment.

About Sixt

Sixt AG, with its registered office in Pullach, Germany, near Munich, is an international provider of integrated mobility services. Founded in 1912, the company has been family managed for 100 years. Together with its franchisees and partners, Sixt is represented in more than 100 countries. Sixt is the market leader for car rentals in Germany and Austria, and the company currently operates five rental locations in the United States.

For further information, please refer to http://www.Sixt.com.







New Industry-Leading Biomedical Simulation & Product Development Center Hosts VIPs

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Akron, Ohio (PRWEB) September 28, 2012

An estimated 150 Northeast Ohio and statewide leaders today viewed firsthand the technology-filled 30,000-square-foot simulation center in the new headquarters of the Austen BioInnovation Institute in Akron (ABIA).

The ABIAs open house was the first opportunity for many of the officials to see the headquarters, which is among the leading research and training centers of its kind in the country. The building features healthcare technology and simulation space meant to improve training for the entire medical team and first responders to improve education and patient care, as well as providing space for product development and commercialization. Companies and organizations from across the country and Ohio already have used the new facility to improve their training or test products.

The ABIAs Center for Simulation and Integrated Healthcare Education (CSIHE) is one of the largest of its kind in the country, and offers space that includes a mock hospital complete with triage, nursing, surgical, perinatal, intensive care and emergency and operating rooms. The center also features a unique bioskills cadaver lab that can be utilized by numerous medical and engineering specialties to work on more streamlined and effective procedures, as well as allowing for the efficient training of industry sales and design teams.

Thanks to the support of the Knight Foundation and our founding member institutions Akron Childrens Hospital, Akron General Health System, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Summa Health System and The University of Akron Akron and Northeast Ohio now have a spectacular asset that will impact healthcare training and biomedical device innovation across the country, said Dr. Frank L. Douglas, president and CEO of ABIA. Our ongoing mantra is The patients are waiting. And this new headquarters will help the healthcare sector improve patient care while accelerating innovation, growing the health and medical device space in Akron and Northeast Ohio and thus create jobs.

The headquarters represents a rare combination of research and biomedical product development expertise that few communities possess under one roof.

Akron, traditionally a manufacturing city, was always at the forefront of developing new products through research and innovation, said Mayor Don Plusquellic. ABIA continues in many ways that tradition but in a more highly technical, hi-tech arena as innovators of medicine, biomedical research and materials handling. The ABIA is the result of the cooperative spirit that exists in Akron and should ultimately lead to the jobs of the future through commercialization of the new ideas, products, and procedures developed by the world-class researchers at ABIA.

During the open house, guests took part in a live disaster demonstration that highlighted just some of the centers many capabilities and included use of a decontamination tent, trauma bay, the intensive care unit, mock operating room, bioskills lab and a standardized patient room. Actors played the roles of patients involved in an emergency, and ABIA professionals demonstrated the functions of each station meant to improve training for the entire team of medical and health professionals.

The Austen BioInnovation Institute is a magnet for helping attract innovative new companies and technologies to Ohio in the areas of biomaterials and medicine, said Mark Patton, JobsOhio Managing Director for Biohealth. This powerful asset is helping to leverage the regions expertise while growing highly desired jobs that retain and expand our workforce.”

“The Austen BioInnovation Institute in Akron represents the unlimited potential we see in Northeast Ohio to out-innovate and out-work the rest of the world, said U.S. Rep. Betty Sutton. Too often we are referred to as the Rust Belt, but the innovation on display today, utilizing our regions strengths in medicine and industrial and materials science, shows we really should be called the Opportunity Belt. I am proud to have been a partner in this progress, helping to deliver the resources necessary to help make today possible, and I look forward to working with the great men and women of this critical part of our community for years to come.

When commenting on ABIAs leadership, Knight Foundation President and CEO Alberto Ibarguen said, We all know that we have hit a home run in that department with Dr. Douglas.

Today we are celebrating a model of excellence in Akron, he added. Nobody should be fooled that the ABIA is a done deal. This is just the beginning. That should leave all of us with a great deal of hope.

The ABIA facility, built in 1917, was once the original headquarters and train terminal station for the Northern Ohio Traction & Light Company, which was a power company that eventually became Ohio Edison and operated nearly 300 miles of electric railways. After extensive renovations, ABIA executives moved into the headquarters in May and have been adding equipment for the training facilities during the summer. A mix of public and private funding from the Development Finance Authority of Summit Count, ABIA, FirstEnergy, Summit County and the State of Ohio helped to finance the project.

The ABIA may represent the best of our community collaborations and will help position our city and our county for future good-paying jobs and opportunities, said Summit County Executive Russ Pry.

In addition to the simulation center, the facility also houses three of ABIAs other Centers of Innovation Medical Device Development Center, Center for Clinical Trials and Product Development and Center for Community Health Improvement and rapid prototyping capability, an auditorium, meeting and educational spaces, an Akron location for the Northeast Ohio Medical University and more. A fifth center, the Center for Biomaterials and Medicine, is located on the campus of The University of Akron.

This new facility marks a turning point for Akron, Northeast Ohio and the biomedical device sector, Dr. Douglas said. In conjunction with our partners, we have the capacity to do some amazing things in Akron. The culture of innovation is growing here. There are even more exciting times ahead.

http://www.abiakron.org

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New Infographics Released By HealthCompare Educates Today’s Health Insurance Consumers On Hardships

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Orange, CA (PRWEB) June 11, 2012

HealthCompare has generated infographics to hep consumers make health insurance decision. Infographics are unique graphics that are growing in popularity across the web are known for utilizing images and colors to help make complex data from scientific reports, demographics, and studies to make them more easily understood by the casual reader. Reports such as the ones used in scientific studies often use jargon and unnecessary language that makes deciphering results difficult for those without the background for these terms. Infographics compress and compile numbers and meanings into aesthetically pleasing arrangements that illustrate rather than tell. They can also functionally layout arguments for debates, complex concepts or any other topic that could otherwise be considered difficult to understand.

These new graphics explain hardships that can effect consumers when it comes to medical coverage. HealthCompare is nationally recognized for caring about patient knowledge and choice. They want consumers to understand as much as possible when it comes to making decisions regarding coverage that suits their needs.

The infographics released in this series are:

Not All Health Insurance Comparisons Are Created Equal – Designed to illustrate how ineffective a poorly prepared quote and comparison can be

Why Is Health Insurance For Self-Employed Necessary – Designed to explain why self-employed people cannot afford to skip health insurance

Individual PPO Vs. Traditional Policies – Designed to illustrate the differences and similarities between PPOs and traditional policies

Where Can Consumers Find Affordable Medical Insurance – Designed to explain how to find affordable medical insurance

What is Private Health Insurance – Designed to educate consumers on what private health insurance actually means

Other infographics can be found here.

HealthCompare, a nationally recognized health insurance comparison site, is releasing new tools in their attempt to help Americans who are in search of health insurance. HealthCompare, who consistently displays concern for consumers, asks visitors that come to their site to ask themselves a series of questions before attempting to find health insurance coverage. These questions are designed to help shoppers decipher what type of coverage is best for them in terms of cost and type of policy.

The questions that HealthCompare encourages consumers to ask themselves are:

What are the consumers current health care needs? Do they currently require medication? Does the consumer have a pre-existing condition? Or are they seeking to start a family in the near future?

Does the financial state of the shopper allow for a lower deductible, thusly giving them a higher monthly premium? Or would having a high deductible (and therefore lower monthly premium) be more beneficial?

Is the consumers physician a factor? If they prefer to continue seeing their doctor of choice, HealthCompare helps them decide what policies allow that.

Are there any other health insurance options for the shopper, such as spouse or parent plan?

Once consumers get their quotes, HealthCompare then helps them narrow their decisions by prompting them to ask further questions, like:

How much will the policies being compared cost them from their pocket when considering deductibles, co-insurance, and co-pays?

What will the policies being compared offer in terms of maximum out-of-pocket expense?

Will the consumers office visits be covered?

Do any of the policies up for comparison offer maternity?

Is prescription drug coverage an option?

How much will the consumer pay for emergency services and ambulances?

Will the current primary physician and local hospitals be accepted under any of the policies being considered?

Health insurance costs are much more involved than mere premiums and buyers must carefully consider all out of pocket expenses to understand what their policies will ultimately cost them.

About Health Compare: HealthCompare was launched in 2009 to work with brokers and carriers to help individuals and families easily research, compare, buy, and enroll in the right health insurance plan at the right price. Based in Orange, Calif., it delivers accurate, customized, health insurance quotes for the country’s diverse population.

Through a unique partnership with its sister company, CONEXIS, HealthCompare has the ability to quickly reach thousands of COBRA-qualifying consumers and provide them with COBRA alternatives at the moment they become eligible for COBRA benefits. This provides these consumers with an opportunity to enroll in individual or family plans and potentially save hundreds to thousands of dollars on COBRA premiums and, at the same time, rewards referring brokers with referral fee income for the life of each policy.

For more information, visit http://healthcompare.org/ or call 888.748.5152.







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Reliance Foundry Launches New Decorative Plastic Bollard Product Line

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Surrey, British Columbia (PRWEB) May 24, 2012

Decorative plastic bollard post covers are manufactured from polyethylene thermoplastic; they fit over a variety of standard bollard posts, they are available in a variety of standard colors, and they are extremely easy to permanently install over existing posts – instantly improving their appearance. These bollards are ideal in harsh weather, and are fade resistant. The covers can be purchased and placed over existing steel bollard posts, or they can be used to add aesthetic enhancements for new, utilitarian steel pipe bollards.

Occasionally, old security posts, worn out or cracking cement bollards, or other rusted steel bollard pipes are removed from their foundations without a second thought given to their usability. Because their outward appearance no longer fits with their surroundings, removal or replacement seems the easiest choice. However, now those posts can continue to serve the landscape and property with style. Reliance Foundrys ornamental plastic post covers fit over top of existing posts, extending their life, and reducing the need to consider removal and replacement.

Reliances patented Ideal Shield decorative bollard covers are produced with a green initiative strategy. They place high importance on reusing materials — even regrinding every drop of plastic, damaged pieces or returned product — so that nothing is wasted.

Our customers will find this new product line a cost-efficient way to make their existing bollards and posts aesthetically pleasing while enjoying the benefits of durability and low-maintenance said Reliance Foundry Vice President, Brad Done.

This new decorative bollard cover line includes 6 different styles that come in several standard colors. Each one is made using ultraviolet and anti-static additives which prevent fading and help the cover retain its appearance. They add an element of elegance to otherwise industrial-looking security posts.

Done also commented, Our new covers are architecturally appealing and ideal for areas that have strict visual ordinances because of their setting. They allow stores, offices and residences to provide security bollards that are elegant and non-obtrusive.

Finding a style that suits the property should not be a problem. Options range from sleek, minimalistic stylings, to covers with detail throughout the length of the post. Models are available to fit over 6.5 dia. pipe, and larger models are available for fitting over top of wider posts (i.e. 10 in diameter).

Decorative plastic bollard covers offer stylish, architecturally appealing bollard protection; they are a great option for municipalities with strict visual ordinances and non-industrial settings. Reliance Foundry is excited to be able to offer these new ornamental covers along with the many other models in their growing bollard product line.

About Reliance Foundry Co. Ltd.

Reliance Foundry has been a family-owned business since 1927. Bollards are one of its main product lines, along with industrial wheels, bike parking products and investment castings. Reliance sources products globally and offers quick and convenient delivery in the United States and Canada from its Vancouver location.

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Kinimatic.com Launches, Allows Users to Create Custom-Print Swimwear

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Santa Monica, California (PRWEB) June 04, 2012

Anymatic LLC, the multiple award-winning innovators of http://www.Yogamatic.com and http://www.Shortomatic.com, introduce http://www.Kinimatic.com, a line of custom-print swimwear that officially launched on Monday, June 4, 2012. Initially, the line will includes two premium, interchangeable bikini styles, a sarong, and a micro short, which can be customized in minutes by uploading a personal high resolution image or graphic or by choosing a design from their gallery of Limited Edition artwork from commissioned artists and photographers. The Triangle and fully reversible Bandeau tops will be available in sizes S-XL, while the single-tie and hipster bottoms, as well as the micro short will be offered in sizes XS-L. The tops and bottoms retail for $ 49.50 each (a full bikini is $ 99.00), the sarong is $ 49.00 and the micro short is $ 75.00.

Like Shortomatic.com, Kinimatic.com product is printed, cut and sewn by hand in Los Angeles, CA at a manufacturing facility that specializes in producing high-end bikini lines. The simple customization experience starts online where the proprietary software interface guides users through a series of steps which include choosing a suit style, uploading an image, adding colors, choosing trim colors and finally, selecting the quantity and size. The single tie and hipster bottoms can be further customized to include an optional 140 character personal message or inspirational mantra inside the back panel. Once the Kinimatic bikini image is printed, they use a Dye-Sublimation process that transfers the dyes from paper to the fabric via heat in excess of 400 degrees. The print process allows for deeper saturation of color and enhances the image reproduction quality. There is so much personal style and competition applied to water bound pursuits and we think ones equipment should reflect the same level of distinction and offer superior fit and functionality, said William. For the less ambitious, Kinimatic offers a gallery of original Limited Edition designs.

Kinimatic.com bikinis are made from a machine washable Nylon Spandex (80% Nylon, 20% Spandex) renowned for its high-quality, superior fit, comfort, color reproduction, and performance in water. Also chosen for their color reproduction quality, comfort and durability, the micro short is made from a Polyester Microfiber Super Suede and the 20x 57 sarong uses a lightweight Polyester Chiffon. All materials are acquired domestically to ensure a 100% Made in the USA product. The two swimsuit styles available have been chosen for their versatile, flattering fit. There are no under-wires or padded cups and each design has adjustments that allow it to be worn in multiple ways. To help users assess the fit, the site will feature multiple shots of each design on several individuals to demonstrate the fit on various silhouettes, as well as measurement conversion charts.

Whether bold and bright or subtle and sexy, Kinimatics custom-print bikinis reflect the distinctive personality of their creator. With an emphasis on fit, durability, comfort and performance, these customizable swimwear designs appeal to confident, imaginative customers who want affordable couture. Due to the custom nature of the swimwear, all sales will be final with no refunds. Kinimatic tops and bottoms retail for $ 49.50 (each), the sarong for $ 49.00 and the micro short retails for $ 75.00. Users can now visit http://www.Kinimatic.com to create one-of-a-kind swimwear in time for summer. Please allow 14-21 days for delivery.

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Measuring and Fitting Your Carpet

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(PRWEB UK) 20 September 2012

Renovating a house can be easy if one knows the way to go about it. Buying carpets can therefore be somewhat of a breeze, once the support is found from a good carpet store. Many, if not all, aspects of renovating is simplified with free samples, advisors and fitters. Get help choosing carpet, advice about flooring specifications and aid when measuring home areas, as well as fitting the carpet to a high standard. This means anybody can be sure to create their dream home.

Firstly, choosing can feel hard enough, so it is recommended to order free samples that will be delivered to the door to make it just that bit easier. Look at and feel all the samples and buy the desired quality carpet. But, before you even think of buying it, it is very important to understand what flooring is good for what room, as well as for individual requirements of daily life. Certain carpets are designed for specific rooms and some aspects, such as durability and maintenance, may be more helpful for different home owners. So be sure to get advice before committing to buy.

Measuring Up for a Carpet

In the current economic situation, many home owners and interior designers have a strict budget to work with. It is therefore advantageous to have an accurate measurement of the areas that are being renovated. By using free measuring and estimation services wherever possible, renovators can be comforted in the knowledge that there is minimal material wastage, and as a result reduced money loss. It is advisable to buy carpet that is of a highest cost as possible, in order to have a guarantee for its durability, resilience and longevity.

Printing in the US Industry Market Research Report Now Available from IBISWorld

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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) September 04, 2012

The Printing industry has contended with a variety of challenges over the past five years. Consumers are increasingly favoring digital alternatives, such as online media, over printed materials. For many media products, the printed word has proven to be too slow to produce and too costly to distribute, says IBISWorld industry analyst Caitlin Moldvay. As a result, newer forms of media have been leeching away this industry’s demand. With revenue declining at an average annual rate of 6.2% in the five years to 2012, the Printing industry as a whole is in decline. In 2012, revenue is expected to continue declining, falling 2.0% during the year to an estimated $ 76.6 billion.

Over the past five years, decreasing sales volumes and downward pressure on unit selling prices have hampered industry profit margins. Further crippling the industry, printing requires substantial capital investments in new technology to remain competitive, even at times of excess capacity, adds Moldvay. Such overcapacity has led to industry consolidation. In the five years to 2012, the number of firms operating in this industry is expected to fall an average of 2.2% annually to 26,176. The Printing industry is highly fragmented, with privately-owned firms comprising the majority of commercial printers. Throughout the last three decades, there has been an increase in market share concentration due to mergers and acquisitions. Industry consolidation has allowed the larger printers, including major player R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, to adopt more efficient equipment while slashing employment and wages. These trends were exemplified when Quad/Graphics acquired World Color Press in July 2010. The company subsequently closed several plants and reduced its employee headcount by 2,200. Plant closures have caused industry employment to fall at an average of 4.5% annually to 463,904 employees in the five years to 2012.

The Printing industry is projected to continue its decline in the five years to 2017, though at a slower pace. Substitutes to commercially printed material, such as online media and advertising, will continue to adversely affect industry activity. The industry is expected to continue consolidating due to overcapacity and the rapid pace of technological change, and rising barriers to entry and increasingly strategic and complex relationships with customers will contribute to this consolidation over the next five years. The industry will also continue to struggle as digital media replaces paper products. In order to adapt to declining demand, printers will diversify into cross-media products, including multimedia layout and design. For more information, visit IBISWorlds Printing in the US industry report page.

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Companies in this industry are primarily engaged in printing on paper, textile products, metal, glass, plastic and other materials, with the exception of fabric. The industry covers a variety of different printing processes, including lithographic, gravure, screen, flexographic, digital and letterpress. This industry does not include publishers that also perform printing, nor does it include companies that perform prepress or postpress services without traditional printing.

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Recognized as the nations most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every US industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.







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Beautiful New Metal Worship Facility Offers Inspiration for Community

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Columbus, Miss. (PRWEB) September 18, 2012

Who thought inspiration could come in the form of an engineered steel building? Kenneth Joyner did. When the CEO of J&J Contractors was hired to finish a long-range growth plan for NorthPark Church in Meridian, Miss., he turned to Ceco Building Systems. The end product was a stunning worship facility that not only serves the congregation but has already struck a chord with visitors.

J&J Contractors in nearby Collinsville, Miss., constructed the churchs original facility. For this latest project, designed to accommodate the churchs growing congregation and multiple ministries, Joyner brought in Ceco because metal was the most economical choice for this type structure.

Founded in 1956, the non-denominational Christian evangelical church has over 400 members. This second 19,000 square foot addition is the completion of a 15-year plan which included the relocation of the church in 1999 to the northeast part of the city. We started in June 2010, commented Joyner. The congregation had their first service in the new sanctuary on June 22 of this year.

Just as J&J has worked closely with NorthPark Church for well over a decade through two major construction projects, J&J worked closely with Ceco to meet the needs of their customer. Ceco Building Systems has been serving the needs of its customers and their clients for 65 years, said Ceco President Roger Burlingame. At Ceco, we focus on four vital factors of success: customer relationships, superior product quality, excellent service and competitive pricing. Customers look to Ceco when they are thinking about their construction projects.

The work of J&J and Ceco has made our church a spiritual center for our community, commented Senior Pastor Earl Wheatley Jr. The physical statement of our new structure reaches out to people all hours of the day and night.

Burlingame said, Ceco Building Systems frequently works with our Ceco Builders and church customers to meet their specific needs. Each is different, and Ceco is up to the challenge of helping design and erect churches from small chapels to the most complex and unique designs. It was a privilege to work with J&J Contractors and NorthPark Church.

Using over 164 tons of steel, J&J Contractors, who designed the project and served as metal erector, constructed the 19,000 square-foot sanctuary and satellite buildings using Cecos architectural standing seam roofing material. The roof color is Ceco Classic Green in a long-life paint.

The new facility consists of a sanctuary, eight classrooms, two nurseries, a cry room, four restrooms, a storage area, a chapel, and a choir practice room and music room. These new buildings were connected to the existing 22,000 square feet of buildings. During construction, the congregation held services in the multipurpose building.

Ceco Building Systems District Sales Manager Roger Shivers explained the intricacy of the sanctuary, designed with fan-type seating. This was a very complex project. It involved a high roof, a low roof and buildings extending off the sanctuary. Shivers quipped, There is not one square corner in the building. The sanctuary roof height is 52 feet at the peak. One of the three large stained glass windows stands a lofty 30-feet high.

A unique and somewhat difficult-to-construct aspect of this metal building system project was the construction of three large crosses on top of the sanctuary. The difficulty was in the structural considerations because of the particular area where the crosses were located.

Another unique aspect of the new NorthPark Church is the main entrance, according to Shivers. Its not a traditional front entrance. Its a drive-through, and its built recessed into the connector between the old and new entrances.

Looking back, though, Shivers commented on the end result. Even with the challenging construction, the custom metal buildings erected wonderfully. I credit Cecos engineering and detailing staff for their attention to detail and their relevant experience with worship building design.

Rev. Wheatley praised the project team. J&Js design is striking, he commented, and Cecos ability to provide the materials needed has been a dream come true for our congregation. Our entire community is impressed with the new worship center addition to our facility. The sanctuary, new nurseries, additional classrooms, music ministry suite and chapel have come together beautifully to help us reach more people in our community.

Wheatley added that the building is already serving as an inspirational area. We recently hosted a medical seminar, he said. One participant, from another part of the state, wrote us, thanking us for opening our facility for training. He wrote, The day turned out to be more than a learning event for me. I had the chance to enter the new part of your building, and it was a spiritual event for me. The beauty of your sanctuary and the solitude of the chapel ministered to me in a powerful way. If I lived closer I would be worshiping with you soon. Cecos work with us has had more than material benefits our new structure is ministering spiritually as well!

J&J Contractors was started in 1959 by Kenneth D. Joyner Sr. The company specializes in residential, commercial and industrial construction, as well as design-build projects. The company motto is Professionals with Purpose, and its goal is to provide the best designed, best built project in the most economical way possible.

Ceco Building Systems, a leading division of NCI Building Systems, designs and fabricates attractive, energy-efficient, affordable, easily expandable and function-oriented metal buildings. Ceco is well-known for its local builder support and design collaboration to meet specific space and functional requirements of all projects. For more information visit http://www.cecobuildings.com.

NCI Building Systems Inc,. is one of North Americas largest integrated manufacturers of metal products for the nonresidential building industry. NCI is comprised of a family of companies operating manufacturing facilities across the United States and Mexico, with additional sales and distribution offices throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more about NCI, visit http://www.ncigroup.com.

For high resolution photos of the church, please contact Caroline Pugh at caroline(at)robinson-advertising(dot)com.







Get in the Spirit, Celebrate Halloween with The Flag Company, Inc.’s New Complete Line of Festive Flag Halloween-Themed Items

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Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) September 26, 2012

Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore as moms, dads, adolescents, and teens can all join in the fun, flaunting favorite colors and scary spirits atop haunted rooftops, in yards, doorways, SUV tailgates at game time, and even indoor fluorescent lighting fixtures, thanks to The Flag Company Inc.’s large selection of Halloween-themed flags, party toothpick flags, and their own unique Feel Good Light-Ups Add Ons with the Halloween themes of “Spooky,” “Bats,” and jangling “Bones.”

From large nylon flags measuring 3′ x 5′, accented in black and reinforced with a canvas header and brass grommets, to 12″ x 18″ stick flags, and 19″ x 26″ nylon field flags mounted on 3′ or 6′ fiberglass poles, there are a host of designs ranging from black, white, and orange pumpkin color schemes, and different combinations of witch/cat/skeleton toothpick flags available in the standard 1.5″ x 1″ size in packs of 100, or the 3.5″ x 5″ jumbo size available in packs of 12.

Recently featured in Food Network magazine, The Flag Company Inc.’s toothpick flags provide a unique method of presenting a business logo, tag line, or special event. They are great for parties and all types of fun gatherings, and are also perfect for bouquets, centerpieces and other displays. A new 6″ size is also available, perfect for burgers and sandwiches.

“We are happy to have a new and bigger selection of Halloween designs this year,” notes Mike Lawrence, Vice President of The Flag Company, Inc. “And we are regularly adding new designs, or customers can even create a custom design for any of our featured flag products.” Now is the time to get excited about Halloween. Let the spirit move you!

About The Flag Company, Inc.

As the largest online flagpole supplier, The Flag Company, Inc. offers a complete range of flags and flag-related products in addition to its line of flagpoles and signature Flagpole Beacon. Custom screen-printing and digital printing are available for special events, corporate logos, etc. Stock merchandise includes U.S., state, international, and military flags, and all types of accessories such as bunting, memorial cases, pennants, and more. The Flag Company, Inc. is the nation’s largest producer of message flags, offering over 300 different messages used by realtors, restaurants, car dealerships, and any other kind of company imaginable. Toothpick flagsboth stock and custom-made to order are also available. The complete product line can be viewed at http://www.flagco.com. “Feel Good Light-Ups,” a decorative light lens for fluorescent light fixtures, are now so popular there is a dedicated website at http://www.feelgoodlightups.com. Flagpoles and Flagpole Beacons are featured at http://www.flagpolewarehouse.com.







PwC sees franchises sporting double digit growth, Big4.com reports

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(PRWEB) September 14, 2012

Big4.com, the premier social networking forum for professionals and alumni of Accenture, Andersen, BearingPoint, Capgemini, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers PwC reports that PwCs Franchise Sector Indicator (FSI) released recently shows franchisors have continued to achieve double digit growth in the past 12 months.

Big4.com reports that Looking to the future, franchisors surveyed remain optimistic. They are forecasting revenue growth of 11 per cent in the next 12 months and 34 per over the next three years. Profit is tipped a little higher at 15 per cent for the next 12 months and 45 per cent for the next three years.

Franchisors also plan to add an additional 10 franchise units in the next 12 months and 31 over the next three years. Franchisors surveyed credited their growth to improved franchisee performance and strategic direction. Big4.com also notes that finding suitable franchisees remains the number one challenge for franchisors with just over two thirds (68%) saying it is their biggest short term hurdle. Economic conditions were also cited as a challenge, along with funding.

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