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TCT Receives Patent on Therapeutic Monoclonal Antibody Targeting Pancreatic Cancer

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:08:52 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ SANTA ROSA, CA, (1/18/12) --Targeted Cancer Therapeutics LLC (TCT) announced that its anti-CEACAM6 product received the U.S. Designation of Patent Number 8,038,996. The patent claims allow for a method of treating various types of cancer using an anti-CEACAM6 monoclonal antibody that induces apoptosis in cancer cells.

"We designed a monoclonal antibody that binds to CEACAM protein over-expressed on >95% of pancreatic cancer patients. CEACAM6 is also over-expressed in colon cancers, as well as breast, lung ovarian cancers and certain childhood leukemias." stated Daruka Mahadevan MD, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer of TCT. "It is a highly specific monoclonal antibody designed to disrupt CEACAM6 function and was tailored for a superior safety profile. There is an unmet need for effective treatments of pancreatic cancer, as it is uniformly lethal and new treatment paradigms are urgently needed."

The antibody was designed as a humanized anti-CEACAM6 single chain variable fragment (scFv) based on the murine Mab 13-1. PEGylation of the glycine-serine linker was used to enhance plasma half-life. The scFv bound CEACAM6 with high affinity, exhibited cytotoxic activity and induced dose-dependent PARP-cleavage in KRas mutated and wild type pancreatic cancer cell lines. Murine PDA xenograft models treated with low doses of humanized scFv-PEG alone elicited tumor growth inhibition, which was enhanced in combination with gemcitabine. Immunohistochemistry of harvested tumors showed significant apoptosis, with inhibition of angiogenesis and proliferation.

In 2010, there were over 40,000 pancreatic cancer cases, of which there were over 39,300 deaths, providing a dismal prognosis. This is attributable to a lack of early diagnosis and effective treatments. Most patients present with unresectable and/or metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA), with a median overall survival of 12 and 6 months respectively.

For more information on Targeted Cancer Therapeutics LLC and its products,
Email info@targetedcancer.com or visit www.targetedcancer.com

About Targeted Cancer Therapeutics (TCT)

Targeted Cancer Therapeutics is a privately held biopharmaceutical company located in California. The company has an exclusive license agreement with the University of Arizona for several products designed for the treatment of cancers. TCT is actively seeking investment capital to further develop its products.

Contact Information

William Mulert
President
(707) 477-7022
bmulert@targetedcancer.com

IP Awards Maker Introduces Exclusive US Patent Plaque Designs

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 05:38:32 +0000

IP awards producer PatentPlaques.com introduces two brand new, exclusive patent award designs. To commemorate their new product launch, PatentPlaques.com is also offering a limited-time 10% off coupon code for new and repeat customers.

/EINPresswire.com/ Harrisburg, PA - The ip awards design team at PatentPlaques.com is proud to announce the launch of two brand new styles of patent plaques designed especially for the display of US patents and available for purchase exclusively at PatentPlaques.com.

The Medallion Series patent plaques feature an exclusive, full-color enamel, 24k gold-plated USPTO seal medallion. Each award is presented on a 10.5" x 13" solid walnut wood plaque and includes patent information in crisp detail on a gold metal plate.

Every Medallion Series plaque is custom handcrafted with the invention information of the customer's choice and may be configured in one of two distinct layouts:

The M10513 Medallion patent plaque displays the front page of any US patent and features the USPTO medallion centered in a laser-engraved border. Customization including company logo & buyer's choice of patent drawing is available on request.

The LM10513 Medallion patent plaque features "The United States of America" engraved above the inlaid USPTO seal. The full-color patent presentation plate displays the inventor's name, patent description & drawing, and optional company logo.

Like all PatentPlaques.com products, Medallion Series patent awards also include:
- FREE account setup
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These engraved patent plaques can be shipped worldwide and are an excellent way for any company to commemorate the issue of a United States patent.

To celebrate the launch of the Medallion Series line of patent awards, new and repeat customers can enjoy 10% off their entire patentplaques.com order by entering code medallion10 at checkout.

This discount is valid on all patent & ip awards, including the new Medallion Series awards, patent cubes, international patent awards, and trademark plaques. The offer is valid one time per customer and expires after 12/31/2011.

About Patent Plaques & Awards

Patent plaques are a popular way for innovative companies and organizations to award inventors for their achievements. Also called "patent awards," these commemorative pieces are available in various shapes and designs for patents, trademarks, and other intellectual property. Some designs allow customization such as a full color logo, dedication message, and inventor information.

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About PatentPlaques.com

PatentPlaques.com designs & manufactures custom patent plaques, desktop patent awards, and trademark plaques for IP award holders worldwide. Buyers can customize & order awards online at www.patentplaques.com.

All PatentPlaques.com products come with free account setup & artwork services as well as a quality guarantee. For more information, visit www.patentplaques.com or call 1-800-932-1662.

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PatentPlaques
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17th annual European Pharmaceutical Pricing & Reimbursement

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:26:40 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ SMi is proud to present their 17th annual conference…
European Pharmaceutical Pricing & Reimbursement
31st October & 1st November 2011, Radisson Blu Hotel Basel, Basel, Switzerland

>>> New confirmed speaker: Gary Johnson, Managing Director, Inpharmation

who will be presenting on the following topic: New Realities and New Approaches in European Pricing Strategies

With only 3 weeks remaining, reserve your place today and be part of this exciting event where you will hear key industry speakers discussing the latest pricing and market access developments and challenges currently facing the pharmaceutical sector.

Attendees will be presented with pricing strategies and solutions to current issues in European pharmaceutical market access. Key industry experts will present updates on the VBP and the AMNOG, referring to real life case studies, strategies and success stories in health technology assessment mechanisms and pricing and reimbursement strategies. This year's event will act as the perfect forum for thought provoking discussions and networking with our diverse speaker line up, each offering a different industry perspective.

Key Topics Include:

EU policy challenges in access to medicines in Europe: the value of collaboration in HTA and managed entry schemes

• Assessment and Appraisal: is there a scope for European collaboration in HTA to prove clinical value to governments and payers?

• How the new challenges of "valuable innovation" can be addressed in order to meet priorities in healthcare?

• Will Managed Entry Schemes provide a refined tool to address uncertainties in patient's access?

• Can stakeholders contribute effectively to the setting of shared rules?
Andrea Rappagliosi, Vice President European Government Affairs & Head of Brussels Office, GSK

Benefits of Attending:

• Understand the facts and consequences of Germany's AMNOG

• Discuss EU policy challenges in access to medicines in Europe

• Analyse Market access strategies in new emerging markets

• Consider Value Based Pricing: Principles and practice

• Learn about the latest regulations within pricing and reimbursement

• Network with key industry experts in the field

Key Speakers Include:

• Markus Jahn, Manager, Pricing, Novartis Pharma GmbH
• Elke Hunsche, Director, Head Health Economics & Pricing, Actelion Pharmaceuticals
• Isabel Henkel, Director Access & Reimbursement, Johnson & Johnson
• Henderson Azevedo, Head of Pricing, Tender and Institutional Business , Novartis Group Emerging Markets
• Martina Garau, Economist, Office Of Health Economics
• Frank Thoss, Lawyer, Strategic Policy Affairs, German Association of Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies

Plus, don't miss our two workshops:

Market Access in Emerging Markets: Overview of growth opportunities and key market access challenges in emerging markets
8.30am - 12.30pm, 2nd November 2011, Radisson Blu Hotel Basel, Basel, Switzerland
In association with IHS Global Insight

Cooperation with Payors as a Means for Attaining Reimbursement
1pm - 5pm, 2nd November 2011, Radisson Blu Hotel Basel, Basel
In association with Roman Rittweger Advisors in Healthcare

Visit www.smi-online.co.uk/2011europricing52.asp to reserve your place.

Alternatively, contact Ouasie Abdel-Razig on +44 (0) 20 7827 6734 or e-mail: oabdelrazig@smi-online.co.uk

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Classics Illustrated Sold

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:38:19 +0000

CLASSICS ILLUSTRATED SELLS ITS ASSETS TO CHICAGO BASED FIRST CLASSICS, INC.

/EINPresswire.com/ (CHICAGO) - Richard Berger, President of First Classics, Inc., announced the purchase of Classics Illustrated properties from the California-based Frawley Corporation. The complete purchase of the trademarks, copyright and other assets of the Classics Illustrated line amount to over 800 titles. "First Classics, Inc. is now positioned to expand and re-introduce this famous line of graphic classic literature to millions of new readers around the world," Berger said.

Classics Illustrated(CI), the original series of comic-book adaptations of literary masterpieces, was launched in New York by Albert L. Kanter 70 years ago, on Columbus Day 1941. After producing 167 titles, including Hamlet, Ivanhoe, and Faust, Kanter's Gilberton Company sold the line in 1967 to California businessman Patrick Frawley, owner of Frawley Corporation. Frawley Corporation owned all Classics Illustrated properties from that time until First Classics Inc. successfully closed their sale on August 16, 2011.

After Frawley ceased publication of the original CI line in 1971, several efforts were made to revive the trademark. In 1988, an agreement between Frawley Corporation, Berkley Publishing Group, First Publishing, Inc. of Chicago, and Classics Media Group, Inc. led to a series, published in 1990-1991, of 26 graphic-novel adaptations featuring illustrations by Peter Kuper, Rick Geary and other outstanding contemporary artists. First Publishing evolved into First Classics, Inc., and oversaw the publication by Acclaim Books of 62 digest-size CI study guides in 1997-1998.

In 2002, First Classics Inc. and Jack Lake Productions, Inc., of Toronto, Canada, reached an agreement where Jack Lake Productions Inc. began the current revival of the Gilberton-Frawley CI line, foreign and domestic. Now more than 100 titles in the various original series are in print worldwide. Presently, some licensees include Papercutz (U.S.), Egmont (Norway), Modern Times (Greece) and Classic Comics Store Ltd. (U.K.). The organization has supported the use of artwork in scholarly works, such as the second edition of William B. Jones Jr.'s Classics Illustrated: A Cultural History, just published by McFarland to coincide with the series' 70th anniversary.

"This partnership of all CI properties will create greater possibilities for international and United States growth," stated Richard Berger. For all licensing requests contact Jaak Jarve, President, Jack Lake Productions Inc., the official licensing agent. For sales and inquiries visit www.jacklakeproductions.com. or telephone: (416) 222-9445.

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416-222-9445
www.jacklakeproductions.com

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Need More Than A Table Top Display? Siegel Display Products Goes Green With Eco-Friendly Bags

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 07:49:33 +0000

Siegel Display Products normally sell customers a table top display, sign holder or a magazine rack. However, it recently added a line of messenger and tote bags made from recycled billboards in an effort to offer eco-friendly products.

/EINPresswire.com/ MINNEAPOLIS, MN -- Siegel Display Products, a company that can provide customers with an eye catching table top display, recently launched a new line of eco-friendly tote bags, messenger bags, padfolios and more. The products are made from recycled materials, such as repurposed billboards.

Products range from messenger bags with laptop sleeves, tote bags that are ideal for bringing home groceries, pencil and stationery pouches, padfolios, luggage tags and identification badge holders. Each product is made in Minneapolis, MN from a piece of billboard that was originally the size of a tennis court.

"We love our recycled billboard bags and we know our customers will too. These bags offer our clients a fun and unique way to go green. The best thing is that since they're made from recycled billboards, each item is truly a one of a kind product. If you're interested in carrying your computer or your groceries in a bag like no other, we invite you to try out one of our recycled billboard bags. Because they are made locally, you'll only find them at Siegel Display Products, so visit our website to learn more about the new line, click on the Recycled Billboard Bag category or Siegel Goes Green icon." said Jason Foss customer service representative for Siegel Display Products (http://www.siegeldisplay.com).

Siegel Display Products is best known for its trade show display products, including pop up displays, banner stands and more. Customers can choose from a number of items to enhance their trade show displays, such as a magazine rack, sign holder or digital display. The company has been providing customers with high quality trade show displays and accessories since 1969 and is always looking for new products to better serve its customers.

Customers who order from Siegel Display Products can order in a number of ways. The company's website has a quick and convenient online check out system, however, Siegel Display Products also has a fully staffed customer service department with experiences sales professionals who can help guide a customer towards the best product for them.

"We've been in business for over 40 years, but longevity isn't enough for us. Our company is constantly searching for new and innovative products and our recycled tote bags are just one example of how we're listening to what our customers are asking for. If you're ready to upgrade your existing trade show display or you need to start from scratch, give us a call. We're here and we're ready to help," said Foss.

About Siegel Display Products:
Siegel Display Products can provide customers with a high-quality tradeshow display, outdoor sign, pop up display, banner stand, magazine rack, sign holder and everyday display products for more than 40 years. The company, which is based in Minneapolis, has thousands of products and can provide customers with personalized product packages and special pricing quotes.

Media Contact:
Jason Foss
jfoss@siegeldisplay.com
300 Sixth Ave. North, Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55401
612.767.1012
www.siegeldisplay.com

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Phillip Morris Sues Veppo E-Cigarettes

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 13:33:32 +0000

The tobacco giant Phillip Morris has been targeting Veppo E-Cigarettes for potential trademark infringement of the Marlboro mark.

/EINPresswire.com/ The websites VeppoCig.com and E-CigaretteDirect.com have been contacted by attorneys for Phillip Morris (PM USA) via email and certified letter.

The letter claimed that E-CigaretteDirect.com is infringing on PM USA's trademark of the Marlboro logo and word mark. The item in question is their M'boro like flavored e-liquid. PM USA would like E-CigaretteDirect.com and VeppoCig.com to stop using the letter "M" in that particular font, claiming that it is 'confusingly similar to the font PM USA uses on its MARLBORO cigarette packaging."

"The font that is used for the M'boro like flavored e-liquid is a Times New Roman Font. The only similarity it may have to the marlboro font is that it is a serif font. However, Times New Roman is a widely used font and in no way infringes on PM USA Trademark" stated Gina King, brand manager for VeppoCig.com

The letter from PM USA also requested that the websites remove the word "M'boro" from their description of the e-liquid, stating that "M'Boro is confusingly similar" and the sites "merely removed the letters "a", "r", and "l" and inserted an apostrophe".

Ms. King responded by stating "We are not aware at this point that PM USA has a trademark on the word M'boro nor on the letter M".

E-Cigarettes have become a popular option to smoking regular cigarettes. They claim to not have the thousands of chemicals and hundreds of carcinogens that are added to cigarettes. The e-liquid nicotine that is in question is the solution that is used to refill the e-cigarette. It provides the smokers with the taste, nicotine and sensations of smoking, but without the tar nor carcinogens.

The tobacco giant has recently been in negotiations with Ruyan, a large e-cigarette manufacturer in China. Only speculations can be made at this point as nothing has been disclosed. As the only real potential competition to cigarettes to come along in years, perhaps ever, it's well known the electronic cigarette industry has the attention of big tobacco. In this case, a small manufacturer based in Colorado, E-CigaretteDirect.com and Veppocig.com.

A lawsuit has been filed against E-CigaretteDirect, LLC in the North Carolina Middle District Court.

E-CigaretteDirect.com has gained a reputation of being the most trustworthy and reliable retailer of electronic cigarettes, e-liquid nicotine and electronic cigars on the web. We give smokers an alternative to inhaling thousands of chemicals. For more e-cigarette information, visit the site at http://www.e-cigarettedirect.com/ or http://www.veppocig.com/

Media Contact:
Gina King
E-CigaretteDirect.com
303-872-8188
http://www.e-cigarettedirect.com

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Disabled Inventor Revolutionizes Neck Brace Design

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 07:57:30 +0000

Shane Peters invents flexible tubing neck brace that supports the head while giving the neck muscles full range of motion. The brace is ideal for easing painful debilitating conditions affecting the neck, such as ALS, torticollis, Parkinson's disease, and any other ailments that cause the neck to weaken.

Scottsdale, AZ--April 05, 2011--

There is a new neck support brace on the market that holds the head in a normal position while giving the head full range of motion. It is effective for recovery for almost any neck injury and neck strain problem. This neck support brace system is made of plastic tubing which provides a flexible fit and a very low profile appearance.

This new brace was invented by Shane Peters, a chronic severe torticollis sufferer himself, after doctors told him regular soft-collar braces weakened the neck muscles if they were worn for an extended time. His stiffening neck muscles drew his head to one side with the chin pointing toward the other side. Shane was in a tonic, or permanent, state. Various treatments were tried, but to no avail.

Shane began working on a project to relieve his pain and improve his posture--a neck brace made from stiff, yet flexible, tubing. After a year of work, he perfected it.

Peters' health care provider, Charles Harmston, P.A. said, "It appears that he has a good product that can help other people with this condition, or for any condition that a good supportive neck brace would be needed... I recommend it."

A customer who has worn the brace for over a month commented, "I read about 'Shane's Brace' [and] emailed him immediately and met with him the next day. He had tailored a brace to fit my neck. The brace is light weight and adjustable and I have been wearing it for about a week. It supports the head and neck quite adequately and my posture is improved when wearing it. It is very comfortable."

People need neck brace support for many reasons. Sometimes the condition is transient and expected to resolve with treatment. Sometimes it is chronic and the sufferer can expect to need a brace for the rest of his life. No matter what the cause, the condition is usually painful.

Whatever the reason, the neck brace should help relieve pain, not cause more discomfort. The average person's head weighs fifteen pounds. If the neck muscles are weak, the head will tilt causing health problems, poor posture, and balance.

Shane's neck support brace comes with several different vertical link sizes that are easily removable and replaced for a more custom tailored fit. Unique in its design, this device does not restrict head and neck movement. It therefore can be worn for extended periods of time without degrading muscle tone.

It has a firm fit with a Velcro fastener, and a removable, machine-washable cover and provides 360 degree support as needed, and can be used for a variety of conditions.

It also improves posture and balance, and helps prevent muscle spasms and neck fatigue. Shane's brace will give as much support as less attractive appliances. It is very light weight, has ease of application and removal, and is easy to clean.

Shane himself has worn one of these braces for several months, and has been able to hold his head erect and feel more confident. Over the past several months, he has felt less discomfort in his neck and has a much better outlook.

Peters hopes to share his invention with others who face chronic, severe neck pain and now is offering it for sale. For more information about the brace, visit http://shanes-neck-support-brace.com.

Contact:

Phillip Shane Peters
Shane's Brace
980 N Granite Reef Rd. Ste. 139
Scottsdale, AZ 85257 USA
1-480-233-1566
shane@shanes-neck-support-brace.com
http://shanes-neck-support-brace.com

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Top Laminate Flooring Supplier, Best Laminate, Offers Factory Direct Prices

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:44:03 +0000

Best Laminate is offering factory-direct pricing on first quality laminate underlayment and flooring, including Pergo laminate flooring. This is a limited time offer that ends on February 28, 2011.

/EINPresswire.com/ CLEVELAND, OH - Best Laminate, a leading laminate flooring distributor, has announced factory-direct pricing on a group of first quality flooring.

"This is top-quality flooring, made in the United States and Europe. These are not your Made in China floors. We've selected the best-selling colors and best performing flooring for this special offer. Some of the products available have prices as low as 69 cents per square foot," explains Remi Swierczek of Best Laminate (http://www.bestlaminate.net).

Best Laminate carries a complete line of laminate options, including a wide range of styles, textures, wood grain and tile looks from prominent flooring manufacturers such as Mannington, Egger, Witex, Premier, Alloc, Pergo, Classen and Armstrong. By focusing on exceptional customer service and developing an efficient and affordable distribution system, Best Laminate can offer the lowest prices on laminate materials. Best Laminate began as a family business in Cleveland, Ohio and is now a leader in Internet sales of outstanding laminate floors at great prices.

All of the flooring on sale is at minimum an AC3 rating which is appropriate for all residential and some light commercial uses. The AC rating system allows consumers to differentiate between lower quality and higher quality laminate flooring. AC3 ratings are generally recommended for residential use while AC4 or AC5 ratings are more appropriate for commercial applications.

In addition to laminate floors, Best Laminate also offers a wide selection of laminate underlayment, as well as transitions and moldings. Choosing the appropriate laminate underlayment is important to the functionality and life of the floor.

"You can order Pergo laminate flooring and many other top brands at Best Laminate and know you're getting top quality at a greatly reduced price. We import and distribute laminate at high volume, enabling us to get some of the finest manufactured flooring in the industry at a lower cost than most other home improvement or flooring retailers. We then pass those savings on to our customers. If you've never had laminate flooring before, this sale is a great way to introduce it into your home," explains Swierczek.

Buyers can take advantage of this offer now, as there is no minimum order required, and all orders are eligible. The factory-direct pricing is available now through February 28, 2011.

About Best Laminate:
A national laminate floors importer and distributor, Best Laminate offers a full line of flooring options from Pergo laminate flooring to Classen, Kronotex, Armstrong, Alloc and Premier. The family-owned business is located in Cleveland, Ohio and now operates as an Internet power seller. Best Laminate offers one of the most extensive collections of laminate floors on the Internet, including many Pergo laminate flooring options. Best Laminate customer service can help you select the ideal laminate option for your home or office.

Media Contact:
Remi Swierczek
Remi@bestlaminate.net
1610 W. Jackson Street
Painesville, OH 44077
440-392-3333
http://www.bestlaminate.net

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A Great Product Isn't Enough

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:31:01 +0000

One Click Butter Cutter measures and cuts pads of butter better than the rest.

Hopewell Junction, NY--December 3, 2010--
It takes more than just a unique great product for real success in today's market, according to the inventor of The One Click Butter Cutter. He's learning this lesson after spending a decade and tens of thousands of dollars inventing an excellent product. He's considered a "Stand Alone" inventor and the number of these are becoming fewer and fewer. Maybe he would do better not being one.

Practically all large retailers only want to deal with large suppliers. Product lines. If you have only one product, even if it's the best ever made, retailers can't be bothered. The One Click Butter Cutter is an example of such a product. It stores butter like a butter dish. It measures, cuts and serves a pad of butter with just one click, clearly better than any other butter cutting product.

However, despite being sold online and getting many "word of mouth" sales, to his surprise the inventor finds that most retailers just won't deal with an individual selling only one product. Since most retailers sell many thousands of products this behavior can be understood, but this fact greatly limits the chances that people will be able to buy unique products made by individual inventors.

This is probably why Google and other search engines can be so helpful. Online, if people know what to look for (in this case if they know to search for butter cutters), they can access these unique products. However, their growth in the market place will never be great without the much faster product acquaintance that is possible only when displayed in stores.

Despite the rise of internet shopping, the success of a large (and costly) publicity campaign still depends on stores displaying the products. In most cases 80% of the sales that result from a publicity campaign will come from retail store sales. Most people never even become aware of these individual products if they can't see them when strolling through a store. Great products can just disappear when these individual product companies go out of business. It seems to be a case of expanding into a product line or be limited to the internet.

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http://www.buttercutter.com/picture

Contact:

Paul Wilhelm
Inventions for Market
63 Hortontown Hill Road
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
http://www.ButterCutter.com
Paul@OneClickButterCutter.com
845-225-6630

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New Amazing Product

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:20:43 +0000

New survival/emergency/camping stove available.

For immediate release

Buffalo, Wyoming--November 16, 2010--The all-new SEC Stove is now available to the public. With its abilities to heat, provide emergency light, and cook, it is a must-have for every household. You will soon be finding it in stores all across the USA.

Please take the time and go to http://www.secstove.com and get yours today. It is simply the best alcohol stove on the market today.

Contact:

Robert McStay
Owner
SEC Stove and Candle Company
125 Upper French Creek Road
Buffalo, Wyoming 82834 USA
307-620-0943
rmcstay@collinscom.net

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Mission Possible - Business Loans With Bad Credit

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:51:46 +0000

Business loans with bad credit may sound contradictory, but there are business financing options for the credit challenged entrepreneur.

September 21, 2010 - Fredericksburg, VA -- Business financing is challenging enough in the best of circumstances. When entrepreneurs and business owners are faced with having to search for business loans with bad credit, constant rejection takes its toll, leading to frustration, anxiety and hopelessness. Fortunately, there are solutions to this confounding problem.

Mike Lieber, president of AEGIS Financial Solutions, Inc., and creator of the new business financing web site Smart-Business-Financing.Com (http://www.smart-business-financing.com), says businesses loans with bad credit are not only possible, they are done every day, despite the sour economy.

"We recently helped a retail shop owner with a credit score in low 500s open a line of credit to purchase inventory for the upcoming holidays. Getting business loans with bad credit is not as difficult to get as most people might imagine," he says.

The term "bad credit" is actually used interchangeably to describe two situations a business might find itself in: Little or no credit, or credit damaged by derogatory accounts.

The key, according to Lieber, is preparation. A business owner with credit problems and a little time can take action to build business credit that stands on its own, separate from the personal credit history of the owner.

"The business owner can do this himself, which takes time and patience, or he can hire a specialist in business credit to do it more quickly and accurately," Lieber says.

In either case, establishing business credit requires the owner to:

• Apply for a federal tax ID number (FEIN) and establish a legal entity, such as a corporation or limited liability company (LLC0.
• Obtain loans and/or credit cards in the business's name.
• Pay back all bills and loans on time to create a positive trade history.
• Generate consistent cash flow to demonstrate the company's capacity to repay business credit lines and loans.

Business credit services firms expedite the process by handling many of the tedious administrative details and helping their clients with the difficult task of obtain financing in the name of the business.

If the need for funds is critical, the business can tap the so-called "non-conforming" market for immediate working capital financing while simultaneously working to build its credit profile.

Non-conforming financing is typically more expensive than more traditional methods of business financing because commercial lenders will consider the risk of default to be higher for borrowers with poor credit, particularly in tight economy.

The pages of Smart-Business-Financing.Com contain information on time-tested financing methods that place little or no emphasis on the credit of either the company or its owners. These techniques fall into the category of asset-based finance and include accounts receivable financing, business equipment and commercial real estate financing and credit card factoring, which allow a company to leverage its assets - or in the case of credit card factoring, future credit card sales -- to get needed business capital.

For businesses with few assets or no credit card sales, the owners are forced to search for unsecured business loans with bad credit. According to Lieber, there are positive and relatively quick measures the owners can take to make the company more attractive to prospective lenders and to achieve the best interest rates and loan terms possible.

• Thoroughly review the personal credit histories of all owners for accuracy and completeness.
• To the extent possible, clean up any outstanding collections, charge-offs and judgments.
• Develop a well-written business plan that clearly explains all business financing requirements and how the business will be able to meet its repayment obligation.

These basic steps both increase the chances of finding suitable business financing now and improve the prospects for obtaining the cheaper, more traditional financing in the future.

About AEGIS Financial Solutions, Inc.: Founded in 1998, Mike Lieber's company has been on a mission to help people solve financial problems and get money when they need it most, using the fast and flexible resources of the cash flow industry.

Press Contact:
Mike Lieber, President
AEGIS Financial Solutions, Inc.
88 E. River Bend Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
mjl@aegisone.com
PH: (540) 548-2270

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Creve Coeur Woman Launches Worldwide Business

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:51:23 +0000

September 21, 2010 --

January 1, 2010 Comfortstretch™ became available for patients with knee and arm contractures.

Mary Blank uses her sewing machine to create these simple to use in-home therapeutic tools that augment physical therapy. The unique design targets muscles while they are relaxed. Mary has met with several physical therapists in the area, all of whom have shown great interest in her design. Gretchen Meyer, PT MS Ed at Easter Seal, Peoria, Illinois wrote: "This is such a simple and inexpensive, yet effective way for families to carry out a home stretching program. I don't know why someone didn't think of it before!"

Amy Johnson, PT, OCS, of Rock Valley Physical Therapy, Peoria, IL, is of the opinion that patients with total knee replacements would benefit from using Comfortstretch to help gain terminal knee extension.

Lizabeth Kelly, PT of Pediatric Physical Therapy, Inc., Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital, The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA stated: "..a wonderful idea, so much better than my soccer socks with soup cans." Liz went on to say, "I would like to give our families in the SB and CP clinic at Penn State your information. Thanks for a thoughtful product." Liz included Comfortstretch™ in her PowerPoint Physical Therapist presentation at the National Spina Bifida Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio, June 27- 30, 2010.

The inspiration for creating Comfortstretch came from Mary's grandson Zachary Taylor, who has Cerebral Palsy. It was Mary's desire to find a more comfortable way to stretch Zack's knee and hamstring. Mary noticed that it was painful for Zack when therapists pushed on his leg. Zack has been using Comfortstretch approximately one time a week for an hour-long stretch, while he rests comfortably in a recliner watching television. We have seen a remarkable improvement in maintaining knee extension and hamstring length of Zack's left leg. Zachary does not complain of any discomfort while using Comfortstretch, and will remind his mother to put it on his leg. Seeing how straight his leg becomes after stretching is encouraging for Zack.

Zachary is the second son of Clyde and Deborah Taylor or Pekin, Illinois. Along with Zack's parents, his older brother Nick and younger brother Joel have worked diligently to help Zack become the wonderful man he is today. It is rare to take Zack anywhere that someone does not approach him with "Hi Zack"; he is loved by all who know him.

Comfortstretch is available in small, medium and large and was originally designed to be used with hand weights. Using suggestions from Physical Therapists, Mary developed a device called The Cradle. When The Cradle is attached to Comfortstretch it will hold a five pound bag of sugar, or other weighted items readily available to patients; therefore, eliminating the need for patients to purchase hand weights. Mary recommends that a physician or physical therapist be consulted to insure proper weight is used. Weights shown are for display purposes only and are not a part of any Comfortstretch sale.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office have issued a "NOTICE OF ALLOWANCE", for the trademark, Comfortstretch, and a patent is pending. The website came on-line January 1, 2010. If placing an order always allow two weeks for shipment. Additional information on Comfortstretch can be found on the website www.comfortstretch.com.

Comfortstretch™
Mary Blank, Tel.
309-699-8035, Cell 309-645-3400
http://www.comfortstretch.com
emailmary@comfortstretch.com

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GE Asks Judge to Dismiss Mitsubishi Wind Turbine Lawsuit

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 10:59:59 +0000

Aug. 10, 2010 -- In U.S. District Court on Monday in Little Rock, Ark., General Electric requested that a lawsuit by Mitsubishi be dismissed or delayed.

Mitsubishi has initiated a court challenge questioning GE's patent rights for wind turbine technology, a technology Mitsubishi plans to use in its new wind turbine manufacturing facility in Fort Smith, Ark., which is slated to open next year.

GE lawyer David Lender said the company's patents protect its proprietary variable-speed turbine technology and that cases pending in Texas would confirm its patents are valid, rendering Mitsubishi's suit in Arkansas moot.

Mitsubishi lawyer Filibero Agusti said other companies own similar technology that that Mitsubishi would show that at least one of GE's patents is invalid. He said Mitsubishi has gone from $2 billion in annual U.S. sales of variable-speed turbines to nearly nothing since GE filed suit alleging infringement on two patents.

Mitsubishi accuses GE of having an illegal monopoly with its 70 percent share of the U.S. market for variable-speed wind turbines.

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New Law Firm Marketing System Proven To Increase Practice Revenue By 30 Percent In 30 Days

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:13:18 +0000

AVENTURA, FL -- Law firm marketing expert and business strategy consultant David Lorenzo has announced the public launch of the highly anticipated law firm marketing system, 'The Rainmakers 30-Day Fast Start Marketing System™.' The patent pending legal marketing system, in testing and beta launch for nearly two years, is a 30-day step-by-step system that is guaranteed to increase profitability.

The legal marketing system is so unique that a business method patent is currently being processed by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

The 30-day law firm marketing system consists of a series of specific, results-driven actions easily performed by staff members.

"As a law firm marketing expert, I understand that time is an attorney's most valuable resource. This system runs on autopilot once the components are in place. The result is a lead landslide and drastically increased productivity," said David Lorenzo, Chairman and Founder of Rainmaker Lawyer Consulting.

Lorenzo says the system isn't a box of 'magic beans,' but a set of daily step-by-step actions that, when applied, have proven time-and-again to deliver results. Using the 30-day system, law firms will:

• Engage clients in proven ways that produce referrals
• Escape from hourly billing
• Boost efficiency and productivity
• Eliminate problem clients that are costing resources rather than building wealth
• Build law firm equity and personal net worth
• Grow client lifetime value

"We are so confident this system will turbo-charge law firm revenue growth, that we back it with lifetime guarantee. As an incentive to take action, I send each and every license holder a check for $100 when they install the 30-day system," said Lorenzo.

Complete details about The Rainmakers 30-Day Fast Start Marketing System™, as well as information about the product's lifetime guarantee and testimonials are available online at: http://www.legalmarketingfaststart.com/.

About David Lorenzo:
Dave Lorenzo is the Chairman and Founder of Rainmaker Lawyer Consulting (http://www.RainmakerLawyer.com) and the developer of The Rainmaker's Fast Start Legal Marketing System™.

Media Contact Info
Kary Cheda
KCheda@DLorenzo.com
19501 W Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
305-904-1223
http://www.LegalMarketingFastStart.com

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The Equestrian Corner Adds Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel to Its Expansive Product Offering

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:53:46 +0000

The Equestrian Corner has announced the addition of women's riding breeches and other Kerrits rider apparel to their growing equestrian apparel lineup.

BRONXVILLE, NY -- Online provider of horse riding apparel, horse tack and horse care products, The Equestrian Corner, has added Kerrits performance equestrian apparel to its ever-expanding product offerings. Among the products from Kerrits that have been added to the store are: women's riding breeches, tanks, tees, jackets, young rider apparel and more.

"Kerrits is known for their performance apparel, combining the latest styles with function for riders of any level. The addition of Kerrits apparel to our product line allows us to provide a total solution of sophisticated, high performance, stylish and safe products for our customers," said Anne Coyle of The Equestrian Corner (http://www.theequestriancorner.com/).

Some of the products featured in the Kerrits rider apparel lineup are the Kerrits Cool Tie and the Ladies Kerrits 24K Jacket. The Cool Tie keeps riders cool for the day through scientifically engineered crystal polymers. The tie comes in four stylish colors and is geared for riders on hot summer days. The Ladies 24K Jacket has evolved from five years of research developing a high performance and affordable alternative to the typical showcoats on the market. The jacket is made of a four-way stretch fabric that is durable and moves with the rider to offer comfort and style.

Kerrits rider apparel is just the latest addition to The Equestrian Corner online store that features equestrian riding equipment and apparel from quality brands like Tailored Sportsmen, Tuffrider and Equine Couture. The site offers products for the horse as well, including clothing, saddles, bridles, horse and rider equipment, horse care products and treats.

"Every product sold through our online store is hand-selected for style and performance. We would never present anything that we wouldn't wear or use ourselves. That is why so much of our business comes from returning customers -- they know they can trust our quality and service," said Coyle.

To view the latest Kerrits performance equestrian apparel products visit http://www.theequestriancorner.com/kerrits.

About The Equestrian Corner:
One of the top sources for equestrian riding equipment and apparel, The Equestrian Corner offers equestrian riding equipment and apparel from quality brands like Henri De Rivel, Horseware, Equine Couture, Tailored Sportsman, and Tuffrider.

Media Contact:
Anne Coyle
sales@theequestriancorner.com
81 Pondfield Rd, #234
Bronxville, NY 10708
866-908-1082
http://www.theequestriancorner.com/

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