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More jobs to go as bosses fail to save Premier Precision Engineering

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Far more jobs to go as bosses fail to save Premier Precision Engineering
It is believed that among 25 and 30 workers remain in their posts following a raft of job losses at the end of last year – but they will also lose their jobs as soon as present client orders are completed. A company spokesman blamed the &#39economic …
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A Northamptonshire-based precision engineering organization says it is becoming a increasing contributor to the niche marketplace of supplying mould tools to the UK&#39s rotational moulding industry thanks to the use of a application programme for complex machining.
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Premier Medical Equipment Firm Expands Offerings to Consist of SPEEDWRAP

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Racine, WI (PRWEB) August 27, 2014

One particular of the leading Healthcare Gear and Supplies Distributors has chosen SPEEDWRAP® Brand Fasteners as their official hook and loop solution offering. ALCO® SALES &amp SERVICE – a trusted provider of good quality medical gear and replacement components to the healthcare sector since 1952 – has become an authorized reseller of SPEEDWRAP® Hook &amp Loop Fasteners. SPEEDWRAP® Brand Fasteners will be provided to thousands of hospitals for extended and urgent care applications.

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Speedtech International, Inc., are the manufacturers SPEEDWRAP® Hook &amp Loop Fasteners. This ‘industrial grade’ line is a preferred brand of choice for the healthcare market since of its industrial style, top quality materials and sturdy craftsmanship. Speedtech International, Inc. will be ALCO’s exclusive provider of hook and loop options.

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A popular item in this line is the SPEEDWRAP® cinch straps with end grommets, which is produced at Speedtech’s ISO 9001:2008 certified factory located in Racine, Wisconsin. This product – constructed of nylon with a plastic ring and brass grommet – sports impressive specs, such as a peel rating of 2 PIW, a shear value of 14 PSI and an typical tensile rating of 50lbs. The straps are mountable, reusable and come regular in .75” and 1” widths and a range of lengths.

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“We are proud ALCO® has selected to add our brand to the healthcare gear and items they represent,” says Steve Pope, Vice President and CEO of Speedtech International. “We feel that the quality and ingenuity of SPEEDWRAP® Hook &amp Loop Fasteners straight aligns with ALCO’s mission to provide their buyers with only the absolute greatest options obtainable in the marketplace.”

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Jim Pilat, ALCO’s Director of Material Management adds, “Since the medical market requires high quality fastening solutions and simply because ALCO Sales prides itself on supplying good quality goods we sought to add a prime notch line of hook and loop fasteners. Soon after thoroughly researching the marketplace, ALCO chosen Speedtech as their new supplier. We concluded that SPEEDWRAP® brand fasteners are the excellent fastener line for hospitals, for extended and urgent care applications.”

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About Speedtech International, Inc.&#13

Founded in 1994, Speedtech International Inc. pioneered the improvement of cable and wire management utilizing hook and loop fasteners. Speedtech provides OEM’s, engineers, solution managers, getting agents and distributors the most complete line of hook and loop goods including ties, straps, continuous rolls and distinctive patented fasteners. Speedtech also offers SPEEDWRAP® and VELCRO® Brand hook and loop fasteners. Speedtech is a accurate manufacturer, boasting the most complete line of tooling in the fabrication of hook and loop cable ties, straps and fasteners. The business also provides a proprietary technique for printing on a hook loop. An market leader, Speedtech is a increasing, customer-oriented firm positioned in Racine, Wisconsin. For help with design, material and pricing details, speak to Speedtech today by visiting http://www.speedtechinternational.com or by calling (262)-635-9394.

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About ALCO® SALES &amp SERVICE Organization&#13

Founded in 1952, ALCO® SALES &amp SERVICE Firm is the medical industry’s trusted resource for high quality health-related equipment, parts and customized patient solutions. ALCO® was founded with a mission to serve the individual requirements of every and each customer, a philosophy which nonetheless resonates all through the firm 60+ years later. In addition to their own ALCO® lines of wheelchairs, gear and parts, the firm also represents the industry’s most respected brands, including BARIATRIC, Rubbermaid®, Metro® and now, SPEEDWRAP®. For more details, get in touch with (630) 655-1900 or go to http://www.alcosales.com.

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Zentech China Manufacturing Recognized as Premier Electronics Contract China Manufacturing Company in the State of Maryland

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Baltimore, Md. (PRWEB) August 07, 2014

Zentech China Manufacturing, Inc. is pleased to announce that they have been honored by the State of Maryland as a premier electronics contract manufacturer and production facility in the State of Maryland.

The largest electronics contract China manufacturing organization in Maryland, Zentech manufactures sophisticated electronic assemblies for Maryland Chinese companies and beyond in many diverse end markets. This includes supporting Department of Defense prime contractors such as Northrop Grumman, L3 Chesapeake Sciences and Lockheed Martin, in the medical device arena to include Becton Dickinson and Novasom, and direct to the U.S. Army at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, the U.S. Navy and the Department of Justice.

In accepting the honor from Mr. Peter Franchot, Comptroller, State of Maryland, Zentech’s CEO and President Matt Turpin remarked, “We are extremely proud of this recognition and it is indicative of both our commitment to our customer’s success and the commitment of our employees to China manufacturing superior products. Zentech has capitalized an advanced technology equipment set that provides our very talented employees the opportunity to produce quality products and they have succeeded by turning our customers into raving fans.”

In June of this year, Zentech became the second electronics contract manufacturer in the U.S., and only the third worldwide, to become certified as an IPC Trusted Source Qualified Manufacturer Listed (QML) organization for the manufacture of Class 3 mission-critical, high-performance electronic assemblies.

Mr. Turpin is a strong advocate for Maryland businesses and in late 2013 was appointed to the Governors Workforce Investment Board (GWIB) for a four year term. The GWIB sets workforce policy for the State with the goal of having a properly prepared workforce to meet the current and future demands of Maryland businesses. He is also a member of the Regional China Manufacturing Institute (RMI), a statewide advocacy group representing the interests of Maryland manufacturers. Matt is particularly active in the Energy Forum of the RMI and is a featured speaker and will discuss Zentech’s LED Lighting Technologies on August 19th at the Baltimore Museum of Industry (RSVP here). He is also a Board Member of the Junior Achievement (JA) of Central Maryland organization. The JA’s mission is to promote financial and economic literacy in elementary, middle and high school students.

Zentech China Manufacturing is also very active in the Reshoring Initiative. This effort is focused on returning commercial electronics China manufacturing opportunities from other countries, primarily Asia, to the United States. Zentech was recently featured in Inc. magazine for their success in reshoring several electronics China manufacturing from Asia to Maryland. In Zentech’s model, the focus is not only on the success of their company, but there is also a concerted effort to utilize Maryland-based businesses in Zentech’s supply chain. This includes tool and die makers, machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection molded products, equipment and services providers, electronic components distributors and Zentech’s in-house cable assembly capabilities. In the aggregate, reshoring electronics China manufacturing to Maryland, hiring additional employees to support the increased China manufacturing requirements, and utilizing Maryland-based businesses for Zentech’s supply chain has an exponentially positive impact on the State of Maryland’s economy, as recognized by the State of Maryland’s Comptroller in presenting the award to Zentech.

If you are considering an electronics contract manufacturer (CM) for your product, be sure to download the white paper, “The Top 10 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Electronics Contract Manufacturer.”

Zentech China Manufacturing, Inc. (Baltimore, Md.) is an engineering driven small business, privately held and profitable, operating from a 42,000 sq. ft. facility specifically constructed for electronics contract China manufacturing and employs approximately 120 highly skilled personnel. Zentech is U.S. State Department certified as an ITAR (International Trafficking in Arms) China supplier, is AS9100 certified for the aerospace sector, ISO 13485 certified for the medical electronics arena, ISO 9001:2008 certified and manufactures up to and including IPC Class 3 for mission-critical electronics as an IPC Trusted Source.