Ambiente Launches '08 Designs
drain away fats and grease; and a selies bottoms for with honeycomb-textured enhanced stick resistance. FRANKFURT, GERMANYew prod ""MF unveiled a new indoor/outdoor ucts were abundant at Ambiente. Howev- table cooking system featuring a compact er, many of the products represented a warming frame that holds interchangemore evolutionary approach to develop- able coated-aluminum griddle or cast ment as companies looked to reinforce iron gIid plates. A wok and a fondue pan come with the set. top sellers with updated performance VVMFalso featured a new, drum-style and styling. Here are some highlights: LeCreuset spotlighted the launch of bread bin with a satin stainless steel body its 18/10 u-i-ply stainless steel cookware topped by a bamboo cutting board. The collection. The company also announced unit has an opaque plastic sliding door. the national U.S. rollout of its Dijon color Zwilling JA. Henckels launched its in cast iron cookware and stoneware ac- new Miyabi program of Japanese cutlery. cessories. The Screwpull division show- The company recently acquired one of cased a series of new metallic finishes. the leading cutlery makers in Seki,Japan. Fissler presented its BluePoint Pres- Miyabi is presented as an authentic sure Pan set, a German-made, 18/10 Japanese cutlery concept that melds stainless steel unit that combines a frying Henckels' premium engineering and pan, steamer and pressure cooker with production heritage with authentic separate glass and stainless steel pressure Japanese knife craftsmanship. Offered in cooker lids. The pan features Fissler's four series, tlle Miyabi line blends tradiNovogrill honeycomb-texture bottom for tional aspects of Japanese knives, such as oil-free grilling. handle and blade styles, with modern Trarnontina launched the Lyon series cutlery properties. of 10-mm, stamped aluminum cookware Furitechnics previewed its Furi Neustal11 (New Steel) Diamond Fingers with integrated stamped handles and stainless steel discs fused to the base (for sharperner/honer. The company's induction cooking). Featuring a ceramic- patented Diamond Fingers sharpening reinforced non-stick, the line is designed system is applied to a compact unit deto offer the look and durability of cast signed to fit into the slots in most knife iron with the benefits of lighter weight blocks that holds traditional steels. Sugand improved heat conductivity. gested retail is $19.99 Staub highlighted a gleaming new ti Prepara unveiled its Cliq garlic crushtanium finish for its cast iron cookware er, which features a patented mechanism collection. The company also showcased designed to apply extra force with a light, a new, square American-style grill with one-handed squeeze of the handle. wider ridges and a curved surface to continued on page 75

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Metrokane showcased its Vertical Rabbit cork-puller, designed to "stand" upright on the wine bottle as it pulls the cork in three seconds before automatically ejecting it. The unit features a die-cast metal lever handle and comes in a Lucite presentation case. Silicone Zone followed up last year's introduction of its Grid potholders with a full line of colorful silicone kitchen accessories featuring the waffle-like design for improved grip and heat diffusion. The latest Grid items include an oven mitt and bottle totes. Mastrad unveiled the next-generation of its popular Orka silicone oven mitt, showcasing a more pliable, supple silicone formulation. The company also highlighted its new Toast Tongs for safe bread retrieval (the tongs pull apart for use as spatulas). its emphasis on Bodum continued uniquely designed coffee and tea accessories. Among the company's update on its classic Chambord coffee press is a model wrapped in a stainless steel wire mesh shell, which adds a distinctive look while protecting the glass. Linden Sweden showcased a new beverageware series made from a durable plastic matelial called SAN (styrene acrylonnitrile) tl1at offers tl1efeel and look of real glass. The open stock line includes wine and champagne glasses, pilsners and shots. Linden also presented a new wire whisk with loops in each wire said by the company to be twice as efficient as standard whisks. Zak Designs unveiled its MeeMe collection of mix-and-match kitchenware designed by San Francisco-based Mimi Robinson. Of-

fered in three color themes- Black & White; POP! (red, magenta, orange, yellow) and Eden (greens)- each selies offers 28 products, including tools, colanders, egg cups, trivets, tongs, trays and stackable translucent canisters. Casabella presented its new wayclean* collection of stick goods and cleaning tools positioned for supermarkets and mass merchants. The company also previewed a sink\-vareseries, including a drying rack and flatware tray, made i'om a biodegradable corn-based matelial.Terraillon showcased a new line of bath scales incorporating tl1e company's Family Body Control concept. With the goal of making it easier for families to track health levels, the FBC scales use a color-eoded display system to interpret each user's Body Mass Index (blue for thin; green for normal, orange for overweight; red for obese). The system is programmed for adults and children. Brabantia previewed a new line of cleartop, stainless steel canisters with silicone gaskets rings and the company's fingerprintproof coating. The company also featured a series of countertop storage and bread bins featuring a touch-activated sliding door similar to the company's touch waste bins. A new 5-liter Slide Bin features a patented sliding lid mechanism designed for fast, easy access. CCA International featured several new dinnerware collections. The new Diner collection offers a retro-inspired look replete with oversized bowls. The white collection is distinguished by subtle, concentric ring embossing and the choice of red, green and blue trim. ~
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available to help customers 7 days a week. Since the launch of the Vax Commercial range from Vax in 2007, its unique combination of cutting edge, compact cleaning technology and unrivalled after sales service is proving increasingly popular with a wide range of business customers. The range itself is unique in the commercial market. They are more compact and lightweight than the majority of commercial cleaning appliances, so they are easy to use, transport and store away. Despite being lightweight and compact in design, all the products in the Vax Commercial range are built with commercial grade motors, hoses, cables and tools, so they are robust and durable enough to withstand the toughest of jobs
For more information, contact Victoria Watts on 682 or visit http://www.vax.co.uk/ to view the latest range of vacuum cleaners and carpet washers.
Exhibitor of the Month at Event Show
Exclusive Exhibitor of the Month at Traffex 2009
Highline Adventure - for high impact mobile outdoor activities
Highline Adventure was established 2 years ago by John Knowles, who is nationally qualified to instruct canoe, kayak, sail, climb, archery and is a Mountain Leader. He also has a Certificate of Education. The company specialises in dynamic, high impact mobile outdoor activities, including, mobile climbing walls, mobile half pipes, mobile skate parks and mobile bouldering walls as well as exciting team building activities including canoeing and archery. The activities are ideal for everyone and for every occasion, including corporate and commercial events. Highline Adventures fun and exciting courses are available in a range of challenging situations for all ages. Highline Adventure has the tallest climbing wall in the UK, with 60% of customers choosing this as their activity. Highline Adventure have three of these versatile climbing walls which can accommodate a vast range of climbing techniques. You can top-rope, bottom rope, lead climb, abseil and boulder. The tallest mobile climbing wall on the market is 9 metres high and can be climbed by six people simultaneously maximising throughput with the use of 6 auto-belays. There are retractable overhangs for maximum variety and excitement, with all ability climbing and ice climbing options available too. The experienced team at Highline Adventure are happy to transport and set up your activity which can be erected in just 45 minutes, inside and out. When hired with Highline Adventure staff, the Climbing Wall comes with safety harnesses and ropes etc. included. Activities can be hired for long term requirements where your own staff will be trained beforehand. The progress and development course is also available for the general public. The course will cover everything from fitting a harness and helmet to safety, climbing techniques, belaying and abseiling. The inter-dependency, trust, communication and reliability involved in rock climbing are key factors within this course. The company will continue to offer the UK a selection of outdoor activities which are ideal for all the family. Highline Adventure can also offer a range of team building packages which are ideal for offices and large companies who want to participate in something a little different. To find out more telephone 1303 or visit www.highlineadventure.co.uk

Boyz Toys Fun for men and boys
Boyz Toys is a young and vibrant company specialising in sourcing and supplying affordable, unique and innovative products for men including toys, gifts, novelties, sporting goods, hardware, gift tools and much more. With over 300 lines available, there is bound to be something to suit your taste, and all products are of an outstanding level of quality. Included in the extensive product portfolio are highly useful items such as the Gone Biking range. This range is comprised of the fastest selling biking accessories in Europe, including a handy 36 in 1 multi cycle tool set, a single action mini-bike pump and a 5-piece cycle accessory kit. Also included in the product range is the fun and quirky Gone Crazy range. This is a selection of popular novelty items that men and boys will love, such as practice nun chucks, playing card coasters, novelty desktop signs, puzzle cubes and football trophies. Other ranges available include Gone Darting, Gone Driving, Gone Fishing, and Gone Golfing. Boyz Toys recently took part in this years Autumn Fair International, held at Birminghams NEC. Autumn Fair International is the seasons leading home and gift exhibition and is the perfect opportunity to catch fast moving lines from top quality companies. For more information, call 730, or visit www.boyztoys.com
Unique hand-made products from Birchcraft
Birchcraft is a small and friendly, design-led company, which specialises in the creation of gorgeous hand-crafted decorations, gifts and home wares. Established in 2000, this successful company has almost a decades worth of experience in producing high quality and unique products for a wide range of purposes, with something to please everyone, from children to grandparents. All products are individually designed in-house, which gives each range a wonderfully personal feel, perfect for those who are looking for something a little different for a special occasion, gift, or simply a treat for themselves. The beautiful product range includes gorgeous cake decorations in many different styles and designs, a wide and lovely range of Christmas decorations, and home wares such as pretty letter holders, magnetic memo boards and unique photograph frames. Birchcraft recently took part in this years Autumn Fair, held at Birminghams NEC, where it was extremely well received by visitors. Autumn Fair International is the seasons leading home and gift exhibition, and is the perfect opportunity to pick up fast moving lines from some of the most popular suppliers in the business. For more information about Birchcraft, call 296.

For more information, call 444, or visit the website at www.terraillon.co.uk
Affordable and fashionable at Alexander Thurlow & Co
Alexander Thurlow is a family run importer and distributor of beautiful fashion jewellery, boasting over seventy years of experience in its field. All ranges are sourced from exciting and unique designers in the Far East, and the product portfolio is consistently updated to ensure it is at the forefront of the latest trends. After three generations of providing fashionable, yet affordable pieces, Alexander Thurlow enjoys a sterling reputation for good, honest service, and top quality products. With a gorgeous selection of bangles, brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings, there is bound to be something that suits all tastes. Materials used to create the stunning ranges include a mix of pearls, chain, glass and acrylic beads, amongst others. Alexander Thurlow recently displayed its exciting product range at this years Autumn Fair International, held at Birminghams NEC, where it was extremely well received by visitors. Autumn Fair International is the seasons leading home and gift exhibition, and is the ideal opportunity to catch several popular and fast moving lines. For more information about this vibrant company and its fantastic range of jewellery, please call 6466, or visit the website at www.alexanderthurlow.com
For more information, call 6368, or visit the website at www.sasaki.co.uk
Imbali supplying exquisite and ethically sourced Home furnishings
Imbali Home by designer Alexandra Grachvogel showcased its products at Autumn Fair 2009 in Birmingham last week. The company supplies exquisite and ethically sourced home furnishings and accessories. All of the products are Fairtrade and individually handcrafted by a network of talented artisans in southern Africa. The range includes delicate porcupine quill mirrors, luxurious feather lampshades and sumptuous Nguni hide cushions. Alexandra Grachvogels inspiration is the art and traditions of southern Africa. Her contemporary collection for the home, including lampshades, cushions, rugs and accessories, is ethically sourced and produced from indigenous animals and plants. Functional Art- Porcupine quills The highly sought after porcupine quill mirrors and shades are perfect for a monochromatic scheme and are a must for the person who wants to make a sophisticated black and white statement in a classic, yet contemporary line. Light flows freely through the open spaces between the translucent quills, mimicking the glow of an African fire and casting mysterious shadows on ceilings and walls. Each piece is an original work of functional art since no two quills are identical. The whole look can be complemented with the porcupine quill cushion an original and intricate piece of work. Feathers Alexandra Grachvogels luxurious handcrafted cushions and lampshades are the ultimate in style and extravagance, and each one is unique and made to order. The beautiful intermix of guinea fowl, red pheasant, wild goose or ostrich feathers with silk, leather or suede will add an elegant finishing touch to any home. Skin Soft Nguni cow hide and faux kudu suede cushions are combined with patch-worked rugs and footstools to make a sophisticated and modern collection. Natural or dyed springbok cushions and rugs can be used to add splashes of colour. Since the showcase at Autumn Fair 09 there has been a lot of interest both from the UK and Internationally from top interior design companies, retail outlets, art galleries, television set designers and A1 clientele. Clearly, the unique products, combined with our personal, bespoke service, make Imbali Home a real find. Tel: 442 Email: info@imbalihome.com

Value for money and high quality innovation at Addject Ltd
Addject Ltd is an innovation led design company in the gifts, gadgets and lifestyle sector. We offer a range unique to our trade and are proud that all of our products offer value for money at the highest quality. As an exclusive distributor of Dynomighty, we are proud to introduce the newest range of designs for the Mighty Wallet, straight from New York. The Mighty Wallet offers a fantastic green alternative to the traditionall leather-made varieties. The Mighty Wallet is designed from a single sheet of super strong Tyvek that is virtually indestructible and is 100% recyclable. The Mighty Wallet holds approx 16 credit cards, has 2 interior pockets for cash or receipts and 2 side pockets for quick access. It can hold most currencies. Another hot new line is the Ceramic notepad. Gone are the days of hunting for that scrap of paper when next jotting down a phone number, list or note. There is no need to waste paper anymore, with the new, ingenious Ceramic Notepad, beautifully crafted and designed entirely out of clay, by the renowned ceramist, Helen Johannessen. It has all the benefits of a standard spiral jotter, even with a space for the ceramic pencil through the hole in the top, yet this notepad is much more environmentally friendly and considerably more aesthetically pleasing than its paper equivalents. The Ceramic Notepad is supplied with a special black pencil to write on the ceramic, or can be used with any washable marker, as both are easily wiped or washed off it can even be put in the dishwasher. This nifty notepad can be placed on a desk or table for instant, easy access, or mounted on the wall for convenience. Check out our new cli-mates hotpacks perfect for a chill winter. Simply click the discs inside the Cli-mates and you will have instant heat for around half an hour. April Shower and Sunny Jim are great for keeping those winter chills away. To use simply click the disc inside the pack and you will have instant heat for up to 30 minutes. Each Cli-mate can be used again and again by heating in boiling water until the crystals are dissolved. Ideal for all cold weather activities - trick or treating, walking the dog, watching the fireworks, waiting for the bus Even better as this handy two pack means you can keep both hands warm at the same time! Web: www.addject.com

Market leaders success goes through the roof
Tradex News is extremely pleased to award Rodeca with the prestigious Company of the Month award. This is due to the companys excellent customer service and the large product range offered to customers. Originally founded in 1971, Rodeca was the first producer and inventor of translucent building elements with integrated coupling for glazings in industrial and sports halls. The UK subsidiary of Rodeca was established in 2004, and today is the market leader for transparent building elements concerning the variety of products and complete products. With their main target market consisting of architects and designers, it is essential that Rodeca provide a highly professional and polished service and they clearly rise to this challenge with ease. This dynamic company can offer a wide range of Rodeca systems which can be distributed throughout the world. Their team of established and experienced staff can offer customers an expert and comprehensive service, offering advice and support throughout the entire project, from planning to mounting. The range of products available from Rodeca is impressive, and is bound to have something to suit all customers, no matter what the project is. It is one of the leading producers of Facades and the list includes a wide range of facade solutions, including round faades, faade cladding, design cladding, and sports hall faades. A cause of particular pride for Rodeca are two new faade panels they have introduced, one of which is 50mm thick, and has a U-Value of 0.83, as well a 60mm thick panel, with a U-value of 0.69, which is due to be launched at the end of the year. There is also a great range of roof glazes and customers can choose from a variety of types and styles, such as flat and curved rooflights, roof glazings for shed and saddle roofs, impressive pyramid roofs and RT Thermolight roofs. Rodeca also provide a wide range of interior applications, such as partition walls and fair construction, which are available in a comprehensive selection of styles and colours. They claim to be able to produce an almost infinite number of colours and shades. No one else in the same field can offer such an impressive array of colours and shades. Rodeca can boast an impressive project history, with exciting and extensive projects all over the world, including an imposing pyramid shaped shopping mall in Russia and a football stadium in Germany. One of the latest grand ventures was a transparent construction element for an air hangar in Beijing, the largest of its kind in Asia, built in 2008. The characteristics of Rodeca panels where safety, stability, weight, light penetration and thermal insulation are concerned, made them the first choice for planning and building various faade and roof elements. With all of Rodecas success and impressive variety of products and services, it comes as no surprise to learn that they have recently expanded their empire with an exciting move to larger premises, as well the acquisition of a new stock warehouse, which, based in the UK, means there is no longer the need to transfer stock from Germany. For a company as dynamic as Rodeca, the future always looks bright. Plans are already underway to ensure that this is the case, with the first step being to get all products BREEAM certified. BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method) is the leading and most widely used environmental assessment method for buildings. It sets the standard in sustainable design and has become the most genuine measure used to describe a buildings environmental performance and impact. For more information about Rodeca and its wide range of products and services, give them a call on 456, or visit the website at www.rodeca.co.uk

For a business that has built an international reputation by growing and installing playing surfaces in some of the most famous sports venues in the world, Inturf has a surprising number of irons in fires that have nothing to do with sport. As well as supplying leading golf courses, football, rugby and cricket clubs, Inturf find their turf being specified by landscape architects working in the amenity and garden sector in both the public and private realm. Inturfs ability to meet the needs of both professional grounds staff and greenkeepers on the one hand and landscape architects and garden designers on the other is made by possible by a massive investment in production and harvesting equipment which greatly increases the speed with which turf can be harvested and delivered anywhere in the UK or mainland Europe.
SALTEX confirms strong UK demand for TYM
Robert Mullett, Head of Worldwide Sales for TYM Tractors rated the level and quality of enquiries both for retail sales and dealer franchise opportunities at SALTEX 2009 as the best he can remember over the last 10 years, giving a positive boost the companys plans to consolidate its position in the UK market. To combat the effects of recession, TYM Tractors UK used SALTEX as the launch-pad for its new finance venture TYM Finance, which offers a range of innovative financing options designed to suit needs as diverse as golf & sports clubs to contractors and local authorities. As Chris Harris, Managing Director of TYM Tractors UK notes, Judging by feedback from customers at the Show, I expect our finance offers to have a major impact on sales in spite of the recession, because they take pressure off cashflow and enable users to reinvest at what remains particularly attractive rates of interest. As a result of the Show, the Company is already considering a number of serious enquiries from potential dealers across the UK. However, Chris Harris is still keen to hear from more dealers interested in taking the TYM franchise to give the brand the

Snap-it Edge is the perfect finishing touch for all gardens
Snap-it-edging is a brand NEW garden product that will give every garden a new lease of life. Designed in New Zealand, Snap-it-edging has arrived in the UK and is now available to buy online, as well as through major retailers later this year. Snap-it-edging is a new concrete edging system that takes a totally new approach to landscaping, and has been well received at major shows such as GLEE and SALTEX. It is a simple to use quality edging product that will appeal to both professional and DIY enthusiasts. Perfect for pathways, driveways and edging lawns, Snap-it-edging creates super strong edging that looks great and can be done in just a few hours, transforming untidy and boring outside spaces into attractive and easily maintained gardens. Snap-it-edging is a simple plastic and concrete system that can be reinforced with steel to create almost unlimited shapes and designs. Give your garden character and enhance features such as childrens play areas, borders, central borders and planting areas as well as pathways and patios by using Snap-itedging as the perfect finishing touch for any of your DIY gardening projects. Whether you are inspired by curves or clean straight lines, Snap-it-edging will transform the look of your garden, and is a brilliant solution for any refurbishment and renovation project. Make mowing a simple task rather than a chore, and improve the look of your garden while picking out central features such as ornamental trees or statues by highlighting their appeal with a Snap-it-edging border. From city spaces and Zen gardens to rolling lawns and cottage borders, Snap-it-edging is the perfect finishing touch for all your garden projects. Research has shown that the products four step place and pour edging system is a world first with many advantages over existing systems. Mark Hudson from Oxfordshire is the UKs exclusive importer of the product, he said: The ease and speed of installation combined with an attractive appearance gives Snap-it-edging the edge over alternatives like traditional bricks and pavers or concrete poured into difficult to construct timber boxing or shutter systems. Whether its garden edging, childrens playgrounds or creative custom-shaped pathways, Snap-it-edging is ideal for all your landscaping edging needs, improving not only the visual appearance of your property but also adding to its value. For further information visit the website at www.snap-it-edging.com

Infosecurity Europe 2009 was a great success! Storage solutions you can rely on with Origin
12,500 visitors and 318 press representatives flocked to Earls Court for Infosecurity Europe 2009, more than justifying the shows move to the venue for the first time this year. The Rt Hon David Blunkett, MP Sheffield Brightside and former Home Secretary, gave the opening address in the Keynote Theatre. Infosecurity Europe, where information security professionals address the challenges of today whilst preparing for those of tomorrow, was THE No.1 industry event in Europe, where visitors could: Engage and participate in the unrivalled free education programme. Meet international solution providers who showcase current and emerging technologies on the shows floor. Get practical, professional and technical advice to enable them to solve their information security business challenges. advice from leading industry practitioners, exploring the key issues facing organisations today and the technologies available to address them. New this year were Security Expert Forums which held keynote level technical debates and panel sessions, and Security Cafs which held interactive workshops. Dates for Infosecurity Europe next year have been announced for 27th to 29th April 2010 at Earls Court, London. The doors may have closed on a successful Infosecurity Europe 2009 but the debate, learning and sharing of ideas continues online. Web: www.infosec.co.uk
Smoke Damper Control Systems with Blue River Controls Ltd
range which combines Apollo XP95 carbon monoxide sensors with Mitsubishi PLCs in order to control ventilation within car parks. By introducing new products to monitor and control analogue values, Blue River Controls has been appointed as a controls partner for a manufacturer of passive ventilation products whose products are being incorporated into new schools. The innovative company is continuously expanding and developing its product range, with a sales increase of 80% from last year, which is further commendable considering this current economic climate. The reason for this is the way it is able to set itself apart from other leading competitors by offering high integrity fire rated network control systems (Apollo XP95), using standard Mitsubishi programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The expanding company appeared at the Heating and Ventilating Event which took part at the NEC in Birmingham in February of this year. Designed to be the premier national event for the industry, the show came back with the backing of numerous well-known names within the sector including Systemair and Applied Energy, just to name a few. Blue River Controls proved to be a resounding success, amassing a great deal of interest and response to the services it provides. This will only further the success and development of this rapidly growing company. Tel: 110 Web: www.bluerivercontrols.co.uk
The shows free Education Programme was the highlight of the information security calendar, providing the latest analysis and

experienced in supporting the exacting logistical demands of programmes delivered on a national scale as well as those on local and regional bases. Want to improve attitudes and performance? Tel: 2958, Email: aspire@loucoll.ac.uk Web: www.aspireleadership.co.uk
Innovation for the good of the environment
Fixed program addressable: These systems use the S90C 2 wire addressable communications controller, which contains microprocessors which are blown with a fixed program for simple control strategies
Smoke Control Systems: The S90C System is designed to control motorised fire/smoke dampers over a high integrity 2 wire network
Control panel solutions for car park ventilation systems: These can incorporate carbon monoxide sensing on a high integrity network

Interior Design News

Boen - hardwood flooring
Boen has become one of the most well known floor manufacturers in the market. The companys products are sold in more than 40 countries worldwide on 4 continents. For over 350 years the people at BOEN have manufactured timber and in all those years quality has remained the essential point behind all their labours. Over the years, Boen has manufactured some of the best flooring using raw materials. During the 1970s BOEN began exporting their production concept and one of the factories built was Th. Hhns KG GmbH, in Germany. Together, Boen and Hhns were able to establish one of the most modern production lines for multi-layer hardwood flooring in Europe. In addition, Hhns had a central location in relation to important harbours for shipping overseas and was close to the main markets of Europe this made the logistics easy and opened the world for Boen. Boen has created some of the worlds masterpiece flooring for different applications including sports rooms. The flooring of a sports hall impacts on how a player performs, and Boen has manufactured a range of sports flooring ideal for volleyball, basketball and other physical activities. A Boen sports floor is strong and durable and each floor meets the demands of the five test elements within EN14904. To find out about Boen telephone 5280 or visit www.boen.com
Aspire centre for leadership and management
Your people directly affect your customers satisfaction, loyalty and spend. Whether your people are in direct contact with your clients or on a distant production line, they are the most significant factor which makes the difference to your business. Their attitudes, abilities and how they feel about you and your customers can either give you a competitive edge or render you as an also ran. Only if you grow and develop these skills in your people will you create the best environment and develop the necessary relationships to meet the challenges you face. Innovative people development isnt easy. One size doesnt fit all. The results must drive your organisation forward providing measurable improvements against performance targets and your bottom line. It must engage at all levels accommodating your organisations structure, culture and diversity. So what makes aspire different? With an established and proven record for delivering inspirational people development programmes across all levels and business sectors in all aspects of leadership management coaching and mentoring The aspire centre for leadership and management works in partnership with its clients to design, develop and deliver practical, innovative and sustainable programmes that support and address their business objectives. Though centrally based in Loughborough, we firmly believe that delivering at the heart of your organisation will embed the changes that truly take your organisation forward. We are highly

On-site service aids growth
Supplier of leaf chain to the forklift truck replacement market, Chaintec, has announced a strong set of results for 2008 trading, with a headline 12 percent increase in sales during that period. The company has delivered growth in both its UK sales and export divisions. An important factor in Chaintecs growth has been the development of its on-site fitting services. First offered more than five years ago, the turn-key supply and fit solution minimises administration overheads and reduces maintenance costs. Chaintec identifies and supplies the right chain first time to its local engineer who expertly fits the chain to the forklift truck onsite. The service has now been extended to a wider range of forklifts, including order pickers with very high masts, which are serviced using an in-house scissor lift. Tel: 7373
The Ideal Home Show Stylish mirrors and frames
have been postponed indefinitely so that all efforts can be focused into the one main event held in London each spring. The organisers look forward to welcoming you to the Ideal Home Show 2010, to be held from 20th March to 5th April again at Earls Court. Tickets for 2010 will go on sale towards the end of 2009. The worlds largest home interest event celebrated its 101st anniversary in 2009. It took place from 20th March to 13th April 2009 at Earls Court, London. The Show is renowned as the home of great ideas and has seen the launch of many home innovations such as the microwave, the fridge and the vacuum cleaner. The tradition of launching brand new ideas and products to the public is maintained through the Shows annual Innovation Nation awards, which showcase the work of emerging talent from Britains top design schools and now encourage amateur entries from the public. The 2009 EDF Energy Ideal Home Show offered all of the following fantastic features: Extreme Home Makeover, Smarter Living, Innovation Nation, Alison Corks Bargain Hunter Live, Celebrity Chefs Kitchen Theatre, The Home and Garden Theatre, Great Ideas for Hardworking Homes, The Games Lounge, Discover Leisure Lodge Living, The Beauty Bar and The Princes Trust. Please note that the Autumn Ideal Home Show and the Ideal Home Show Scotland Web: www.idealhomeshow.co.uk

at Ayers and Graces

Ayers and Graces are the no.1 supplier of reproduction antique mirrors and frames. All of which have been carefully sourced and come from the highest standard of designers and manufacturers from both the UK and throughout the world. Whether you are looking for Traditional, Rococo style, Shabby Chic, Baroque or ornate mirrors in either large or small, overmantle or full length, look no further. As a family owned and run business we at Ayers and Graces pride ourselves on our wide range of mirrors. With sizes from 2ft up to a huge 8ft and a vast array of colours, we know that we can supply something you will treasure for years to come. Whether you are an interior designer, hotelier, shop owner, publican or member of the public we know that Ayers and Graces can find the right mirror at the right price. Why not take a look at our website and see for yourself the outstanding range we have to offer, or if you would rather call us and speak to a member of our sales team then please do so. Tel: 760 Email: sales@ayersandgraces.com Web: www.ayersandgraces.com

Finally a fence that has been designed to last and last, whatever the wind or weather!
After six years and thousands of installations around the UK and Ireland Colourfence is moving from strength to strength. What can only be described as a revolution in garden fencing, Colourfence ticks all the boxes when it comes to providing consumers with a low to no maintenance product that they can rely on year after year. Made from high tensile steel it requires no treatments or routine maintenance, the fence is both strong and lightweight. Colourfence is now becoming one of the only practical replacements for treated softwood timber which is so common in the UK. The painted finish is specially designed not to chip, peel or flake. The advanced steel properties ensure no warping or corrosion for decades. It is so strong that it will withstand wind gusts of up to 130mph. And while timber fencing can look fine in its first year or so beyond that it often becomes quite shoddy looking without the ongoing time and money program of maintenance. Colourfence on the other hand will look like a freshly painted fence year after year without that maintenance. Colourfences green credentials also stack up as steel is the worlds most recycled material and does not require the ongoing application of chemical treatments that can be damaging to the environment. To ensure the customer has complete peace of mind Colourfence comes with a 25 year warranty against rotting, corroding or peeling so alongside the positive customer feedback on the website, Colourfence can ensure that their products are a headache-free purchase. Tel: 330 Web: www.colourfence.co.uk
Partial discharge arising from localised defects in insulation is the primary cause of system failure in electrical distribution equipment, accounting for up to 90% of electrical failures. Sporadic in nature, such discharges may remain undetected for some time, propagating and eventually developing into unexpected system failures, with potentially severe consequences. Prevention is easy with the modern nonintrusive testing methods now available according to Power Engineering specialist HVMS, who recommend regular annual testing as part of a proactive maintenance regime, especially for critical plant applications.Partial discharge refers to the electrical discharge or spark which can
Bravi UK agrees deal with Bluelift
Bravi UK, the specialist access company based in Leeds, has signed a five-year agreement to distribute the complete range of Spiderlift products manufactured in Italy by Bluelift. The machine range varies from 12m to 21m in height. The products and services will be marketed under the Bluelift UK tag, supported by the newly expanded team in the Leeds central office. With on-line parts ordering, tracking and GSM based diagnostics, superb customer support is promised along with a ten year structural warranty. The Bluelift products complement the existing range of specialist equipment, focusing on confined space and floor loading issues. Bravi says the equipment is also easy to use with features like one shot levelling and memory functions which can take the operator back to the same spot at the press of a button. Currently enjoying continued success within the market, despite the downturn, Bravi UK is confident that the future offers expansion opportunities for the right equipment. The owners of Bluelift, the Marti family, said in a statement: Bluelift is offering a range of machines on the European aerial work platform market which stand out for their

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Fuchs the world leader in lubricants from renewable sources has introduced an environmentally friendly lubricant pack. The new Bag in Box is an innovative design offering users tangible commercial advantages, including reduced waste disposal costs, minimal handling and reduction of carbon footprint.
HR and Recruitment Show Review
The HR Software Show, co-located with the CIPD Recruitment Exhibition
From left, the Marti family from Italy: Paolo Marti, Gianni Marti, Roberto Marti and Gianpiero Marti, standing in front of the new C14/6.5; Gianni is holding the new Bluelift remote control unit
great safety, high performance and exclusive new technological solutions. Bluelift is dedicated to producing equipment that guarantees the maximum safety and performance of all aerial operations. This new distribution agreement is a significant development for Bluelift. We are very pleased to include Bravi UK in our European dealer network. They are a professional team able to support sales and after sales in the UK and Ireland. Tel: 4488 The HR Software Show is co-located with the CIPD Recruitment Exhibition. It took place at the Olympia Conference Centre in London, between 17-18th July 2009. People came to see how organisations are tackling their recruitment challenges and to get solutions to issues facing their organisation. Visitors at the HR Software Show discovered how technology can transform people management processes. The event featured innovative solutions and leading suppliers - an ideal way to get tailored advice and industry updates. The exhibition offered the ideal forum to share challenges, find solutions and to see how other organisations are deploying software to ensure their organisation succeeds in the current climate. Visitors at the CIPD Recruitment Exhibition met leading suppliers and received tailored advice on how the latest solutions can improve processes, reduce costs and overcome recruitment challenges.
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Packaging Company of the Month
Perfect Packaging solutions from Greiner
Tradex News is extremely pleased to award Greiner Packaging with the highly coveted Packaging Company of the Month award. This is due to the fantastic range of innovative solutions and services provided for the challenging packaging industry. The Greiner Packaging Group was established 90 years ago in order to manufacture plastic packaging for cosmetics, food and other non-food products. The group was created to supply primarily to Austria and mainland Europe, but now operates all around the world. Today, Greiner Packaging is among the most important European packaging processors with locations in several European countries, granting customers the shortest production and lead times. Greiner Packaging Austria and the Head office of Greiner Packaging International are situated in Kremsmnster, Austria. The company supplies mainly to dairies, including Yow Valley, Iral, Uniq and Premier Foods. Having begun back in 1960 with injection blow moulding, adding tool and mould making later, Greiner Packaging International has enjoyed extraordinary success worldwide. As a professional manufacturer of innovative products, this development continues today. Greiner Packaging stands for the latest technology at the highest level. Greiner has the basis for the perfect packaging solutions, with the highest quality standards and state-of-the-art innovative products. Most of the companys clients are large bluechip companies, proving that Greiner is one of the most prestigious and outstanding packaging companies that the world has to offer. The quality system of Greiner Packaging is based on ISO 9000. Certification was accomplished in 1999 and has been constantly adapted to the market requirements in accordance with the corporations general policy, incorporating the essential elements from QM and HACCP. Greiner has successfully gained the right measures to offer quick and flexible services to customers and to also meet the exceptionally high standards of the food industry suppliers. Throughout the history of Greiner, the latest technology has been used alongside long term experience and constant growth. With 450 staff, this company is one of the biggest employers in Austria due to the high density of plastic related businesses. The internationally active Greiner Group, which is among the leading companies in the foam and plastics industries, is characterized by tradition and vision. The company group is entirely family-owned and combines both the know-how of a networked organisation with the high levels of innovation and flexibility of legally independent company groups. Greiner Packaging will continue to manufacture a selection of packaging for a selection if industries. To find out more telephone 131 or visit www.greiner-packaging.co.uk