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Leading Industrial Contractor and Fabricator Wins ABC National Safety Excellence Award

M. Davis and Sons, Inc. has been awarded the National Safety Excellence Award, which is the industry’s leading safety laurel that honors both merit shop general and specialty contractors.

Long Beach, CA, 2018-Mar-30 — /REAL TIME PRESS RELEASE/ — Associated Builders and Contractors Delaware Chapter announced the winners of the prestigious Excellence in Construction award during its 28th annual celebration held in Long Beach, California.

The award was received by the construction and fabrication company M. Davis and Sons received amidst resounding applause.

M. Davis and Sons. Inc. is the leader in construction and fabrication of corporate plants and facilities for Fortune 500 Companies. Their expertise in mechanical, electrical, fabrication, instrumentation, and power distribution equipment create efficient processes for their customers.

Receiving the award has been termed as a milestone for the company as the Excellence in Construction awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both general and specialty contractors for innovative and high-quality merit shop construction projects.

Held on March 26, 2018, the ceremony of the ABC’s 28th Annual Excellence in Construction Awards had guests from every corner of the industry.

Talking to them, the 2018 ABC National Chair George R. Nash. Jr., Director of Preconstruction at Branch & Associates in Herndon, VA said,

“I am continually inspired by the amazing talent these ABC members and their employees display every day in the communities they build. It is an honor to recognize their commitment to world-class safety, superior craftsmanship, and cutting-edge innovation. The scope of this year’s Excellence in Construction award-winning projects, from a science museum and luxury apartment buildings to a polyethylene facility and sports stadiums, proves that if it can be built, the merit shop can be built it, on time and on budget.”

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) organizes Excellence in Construction Awards every year and selects winners based on the several criteria such as experience modification rating, OSHA report information, commitment to safe work practices, policy and leadership, and safety vision.

About ABC:
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction industry trade association established in 1950. It represents more than 21,000 members. Founded on merit shop philosophy, ABC and its 70 chapters help members develop people, win work, and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. For more information visit ABC.org.

About M. Davis & Sons, Inc.
M. Davis & Sons, Inc. is a fifth generation women-owned industrial contractor and fabricator located in Delaware that has served customers for more than 145 years in the oil & gas, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, beverage and industrial markets.

Media Contact:
M. Davis and Sons
Elaine Buonopane
19 Germay Drive
Wilmington, DE
Phone: 302-993-3365
Email: Elaine.Buonopane@mdavisinc.com
www.mdavisinc.com

Travelpro Introduces Crew™ 9: The Frequent Travelers’ Luggage of Choice

Boca Raton, Fla. – Apr. 30, 2012 – Travelpro, the inventor of Rollaboard® luggage and a leader in innovative, high quality luggage design introduces the Crew™ 9 Collection, its super collection of premium luggage now including both Rollaboard and Spinner models.

 

Long the choice of flight crews and frequent travelers around the world, the latest Crew collection is a leap forward in innovation, lightweight durability, style and effortless mobility. This versatile 14-piece collection combines lightweight durable luggage, checkpoint friendly business cases and spinners all in one matching collection.  It was designed specifically for the frequent business and leisure traveler with performance features that work smartly together to make every aspect of the trip easier. The collection features the patent-pending PowerScope Extension Handle that minimizes wobble and maximizes durability and the patent-pending Contour Grip on Spinners that ensures comfort and easy maneuverability.

 

“The Crew 9 collection sets a new standard of excellence for the luggage industry. Its innovative performance and utility features ease the frustrations of traveling, from packing and unpacking to check-in and airport security,” said Scott Applebee Vice President of Marketing for Travelpro. “With 8 carry-on models and 3 spinner models, Crew 9 truly makes travel easier. “

 

The Crew 9 collection has unique features for every traveller’s need, including totes, carry-on and check-through luggage, a carry-on garment bag, and a check-point friendly computer briefcase and backpack.  The removable, sealed ball-bearing wheels on Rollaboard models are tested for over 30 miles and the handle system is tested over 15,000 cycles for optimal performance. Each product is made with micro-ballistic nylon fabric with DuraGuard™ fabric protection and ergonomic zipper pulls to ensure long-lasting durability and ease of use.

 

In addition to the myriad of features that provide strength and durability, the Crew 9 Collection was designed for convenience and efficiency. Each Rollaboard model contains easily accessible, large front pockets for last-minute items and a number of internal pockets for organization and the storage of valuables. Its new extension handle system accommodates users of different heights, stopping at 38” and 43”, and is strong enough to support a tote or case. The Polypropylene Honeycomb Frame provides durable and lightweight construction, and its removable suiter system and extra-wide tie-down straps minimize wrinkling during travel. The four-point stability system prevents tipping when luggage is expanded. Other features include a hidden ID holder which holds a standard size business card, 2 ½” expansion capability for additional packing room, and a detachable Add-A-Bag strap for hands-free carrying of extra bags, which allows totes, cases and backpacks to be carried on the front of the bag for easy on the go traveling.

 

The Crew 9 Collection is available in fashionable black and titanium gray fabric colors. The entire line includes the following options:  Deluxe Tote, Checkpoint Friendly Computer Briefcase, Business Backpack, Rolling Business Tote , 20” Expandable Business Plus Rollaboard, 22” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 24” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 26” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 28” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, Rolling Garment Bag (Carry-on), 50” Rolling Garment Bag. Additionally, the collection offers a 21” Expandable Spinner with Suiter, 25” Expandable Spinner with Suiter and 29” Expandable Spinner with Suiter.

 

The Crew 9 collection will also include Hardside Spinner models that will be introduced in August. This Hardside collection will feature all the innovative offerings of Crew 9, combining 2 ½” expansion capability and exceptional durability with effortless mobility. The Travelpro Crew 9 collection is built to last and comes with a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

 

About Travelpro®

For twenty five years, Travelpro International has prided itself on design innovation and durability in crafting the highest quality luggage for travellers worldwide. Since transforming the ease of modern day travel with The Original Rollaboard® wheeled luggage, Travelpro® has been the brand of choice for flight crews and frequent travelers worldwide. Travelpro is dedicated to building a lifelong relationship with its customers by consistently understanding and exceeding their needs. The company offers a variety of innovative, high-quality luggage collections and computer briefs; each aimed at a specific user lifestyle and rigorously tested. Travelpro was the winner of the 2009 and 2010 Leading Edge Award from Executive Travel Magazine for “The Best Carry-on Case.”  Travelpro is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the invention of the Rollaboard® throughout 2012.

 

Please visit Travelpro at www.travelpro.com for a full list of the latest products and retail locations.

Diamond Jewellery Market Growth in East

05 July 2011 – /RTPR/– Recent figures suggest that the market for diamond jewellery in the near future is expected to be driven by increased growth in India, China and the Gulf.

These emerging Eastern markets have demonstrated significant growth in the past few years, with diamonds proving increasingly popular as both a luxury item and a long-term investment.

By 2015, it is predicted that India, China and the Gulf will equal or surpass the market share of the US, which currently stands at 35 to 40 per cent. In 2010, India and China were already up 31 and 25 per cent respectively.

However, with worldwide reserves of diamonds at an all-time low, this new growth in Eastern countries means the balance between supply and demand is set to become more mismatched than ever; forecasts warn that demand is likely to outpace lower levels of diamond supply for many years to come.

With diamonds only getting rarer, it’s likely that the value of diamonds will continue to ascend on a global scale in the same way that gold and silver prices have already, increasing the natural treasure’s worth in the long term.

Although diamond prices have already begun to reflect the imbalance between supply and demand, the view that diamonds are an ‘investment vehicle’ that has the potential to grow – or at least remain the same – means customers are continuing to buy.

When compared to the inflated prices of gold, diamonds also – for the time being – pose a more affordable alternative in an unsteady economy.

It is yet to be seen how the rising value of diamonds will affect the production and/or prices of popular jewellery brands, popular in both the East and West, which feature diamond-encrusted pieces in their collections. For now, however, fans of Pandora jewellery and the like need not worry.

Visit the Jewel Hut, one of the UK’s leading jewellery websites, today to view an extensive collection of diamond jewellery.

Contact Details: The Jewel Hut: http://www.thejewelhut.co.uk
95 High Street
Brierley Hill
West Midlands
DY5 3AU
Tel. No. 01384 78431
E-mail: luke.mcnaney@thbaker-watches.co.uk

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Trapped Miners Raises Questions: How efficiently run are Mineral Mines?

So how efficiently run are Mineral Mines?

The President of Chile, Sebastian Pinera probably answers this question, in part, when just a few weeks after the Chilean ordeal started, he sacked the head of national mining regulator Sernageomin, vowing a major overhaul of the body, which monitors mine safety. This action suggests, some mines have fundamental operational gaps in mine health and safety procedures.

If operational gaps are present in such critical areas, then what about other operational areas; Areas such as environmental conservation and water usage?

Alan Roddis, Engineering Director of AESSEAL plc said, “Mineral extraction is a multi-billion £, $ and Euro industry for each mining country. The returns from a profitable mine can be staggering. However, despite these returns, it should be of little surprise that in some parts of the world, little thought is given to the environmental impact that mineral mining creates”.

Roddis continues, “take the use of flush water in mine pumping applications; sometimes the volume of water involved is immense and taken from non-renewable sources. This practice is still widespread around the world as AESSEAL® experienced with a number of large mining slurry pumps with packed glands in Botswana.

The Debswana operation consisted of various diamond mines at Orapa in Botswana, a dry semi-desert area. Essential to the operation are slurry pumps pumping Kimberlite and Iron Silicate. These applications are amongst the most abrasive in the slurry-pumping world.

The packed glands on the pumps needed flush water injection (Plan 32) into the process media, at a rate of 60L/m to prevent slurry entering the seal chamber. If the water supply failed, damage occurred to the gland within 30 seconds. Only 10% of the flush water was recoverable from the process and a typical train of five pumps consumed 134 million litres per annum of water from underground water sources. Due to constant extraction over many years, the water table was dropping and the supply was threatened.

An official mandate was tabled to reduce water consumption by 10% immediately and 15% in the medium term. Pipelines from various alternative sources were considered. The most effective, and most extreme, was to build a 600km pipeline from the Okovango delta to Orapa at a cost of $US 30M. This could have endangered water levels in the delta, a world heritage site.

The eventual solution was simple. By using modern mechanical seal and system technology, supplied by AESSEAL, the majority of the 134 million litres of water/annum was saved; converting it from an open loop operation (water to drain) into a closed loop operation, similar to what you can find in a domestic central heating system. This is a simple example of the operational inefficiencies that are present in some of the mines around the world”, concludes Roddis.

Now, following the plight of the thirty-three miners in Chile, the world’s eyes are focused on the mining industry. Isn’t it now the perfect time to review the mining industries environmental operations as well as Health and Safety operations?

Address:

Alan Roddis
AESSEAL plc
Global Technology Centre
Mill Close
Rotherham, S60 1BZ
England.
Website: http://www.aesseal.com