On Exhibition: Biocide That Improves Produce Freshness and Shelf Life at PMA Fresh Summit Tradeshow
ATLANTA, GA (ContentDesk via ContentDesk Direct) NOVEMBER 4, 2005 ?- Today at the Produce Marketing Association's Fresh Summit tradeshow, Selective Micro Technologies will showcase the extraordinary effects of the company's Selectrocide chlorine dioxide biocide on produce.
Because of its selectivity as an oxidizer and its efficacy at low concentrations, chlorine dioxide is one of the most effective inhibitors of spoilage microorganisms, yeast and mold, all of which cause fruits and vegetables to decay during shipping, on store shelves and in customer possession.
Before the introduction of Selectrocide, 99.99% pure chlorine dioxide has not been available to food growers and processors at the point of use.
Background Information Chlorine Dioxide and Selectrocide:Chlorine dioxide is effective at low concentrations across a wide range of pH (roughly 4 to 10), and, because it is a gas in its natural state, dissipates upon exposure to sunlight.
As a consequence, it is known widely as one of the most effective inhibitors of algae, yeast, mold, and fungi.
However, because transporting the gas is generally prohibited in all but frozen forms, pure chlorine dioxide has heretofore been limited to use in large concerns that employ chemical generators, such as pulp mills (controlling slime) and municipal water systems (water purification applications).
For antimicrobial applications, pure chlorine dioxide has been unavailable to organizations without chemical generators.
With Selectrocide, the advantages of nearly pure chlorine dioxide (which differs markedly from the "stabilized" solutions and acidified sodium chlorite solutions on the market) are available for the first time.
JUST ADD WATER?AND WAIT.
Now, Selectrocide? brings the power of nearly pure (greater than 99%) chlorine dioxide solutions to point-of-use applications.
Selectrocide? produces chlorine dioxide simply by submersing the product in water.
The resulting chlorine dioxide solution can be used to inhibit or kill a broad range of microbes, yeasts, molds, fungi and algae using spraying, washing or "dip" cleaning methods.
Selectrocide? makes it possible?for the first time?to generate specific concentrations of chlorine dioxide at the point of use, at neutral pH and with very low residuals, using only tap water.
Summary of Selectrocide? Benefits for the Produce Industry:- Extends shelf life and freshness of non-processed fruits and vegetables.
Produce stays fresh longer.- Reduces levels of pathogenic and other microorganisms on hard, non-porous food-contact (and non-food contact) surfaces, enhancing food safety programs throughout post-harvest operations.
Pathogens and other organisms cannot build up resistance to Selectrocide? because it kills harmful organisms by breaking down cell walls. - Reduces spoilage and pathogenic microorganisms on processed, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables (Selectrocide? A-10 and A-15 only) - Easy to use and does not require HAZMAT or complicated equipment - Can be made on-site in specific quantities and in concentrations desired.
Only tap water is required to generate the chlorine dioxide.About Selective Micro Technologies:Formed in 1999, Selective Micro Technologies is a private company based in Beverly, Massachusetts. Combining sophisticated science with innovative product design, Selective Micro has invented a proprietary delivery system that controls the rate and efficiency of gas-producing reactions. The competitive advantage of Selective Micro's products is their ability to generate specific concentrations of greater than 99% pure chlorine dioxide at neutral pH for point-of-use operators, using only tap water, without capital equipment.
The Company holds two US patents, and has several other patent applications pending in the US and abroad. Further information is available at www.selectivemicro.com or by calling 978-927-6610 X13.Selective Micro and logos are registered trademarks of Selective Micro Technologies, LLC. Selectrocide? is a trademark of Selective Micro Technologies, LLC. ? 2005 Selective Micro Technologies. All Rights Reserved.Media Contact:????????????????????? John FitzsimmonsAspire Communications781-863-1333.
Survey on Hotel Cuisine Promotions by Dining Downunder
Guest chefs are commonly invited to host hotel promotions around the world. However many promotions are still seen as significant cost centres and run for public relations rather than as for what they should be - serious revenue generators. To identify the challenges for hotels in hosting cuisine promotions, Dining Downunder has developed an industry survey which is located at http://www.dining-downunder.com/survey.asp . The survey will run until the end of March and allows hotels to evaluate future promotions and distinguish the profitability of a particular event. Dining Downunder's survey covers all the necessary facets to providing a successful hotel cuisine promotions and includes areas such as; promotional budget; cuisine selection; menu development; marketing; staff training; sponsorship; room sales and most importantly, what makes a promotion successful?The survey also directs participants to think outside...
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Fender Guitars: Tradition that Never Gets Old
Without a doubt, Fender guitars are the top-of-the-line in guitars. Success in business is often measured according to the amount of money and sales a company is able to secure. The success of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation proves there are two other elements to consider: dedication and perseverance. From the beginning, it was company owner Leo Fender's main goal to fender guitars the best as possible. The first fruits of his labor would prove positive his dedication He would reach his goal by designing the Telecaster, a solid-body electric guitar with a Spanish design.
This guitar, like many Fender guitars that would follow, was the first of its kind. Only a few years after gaining fame with the Telecaster, Fender followed with the Precision Bass and Stratocaster. These Fender guitars are now collector's items.Shortly after the success of their pioneering guitars, the company switched management gears and was sold to CBS due to Leo Fender failing ill. For the decade...
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View from the barber's chair
IF you want to get your hair cut in Villefranche du Perigord, a village in the heart of France, you have two choices. On one side of the street is a hairdressers, all chrome and shiny mirrors, a little further down is a barbers of the cutthroat razor kind. But it's no Sweeny Todd style shop more a great place to enjoy a heavy dose of French life. I'd already prepared myself for the visit, learning the French word for short, for a little shorter please and leave the sideburns as they are. Well maybe not the last one.
I was also hoping that there would be a couple of pictures on the wall, like all good barbers, that I could at least point to. But I then had a panic attack as I thought they all might be pictures from the 70's and I'd have to point to something that the Hair Bear Bunch would be proud of. As I walked into the shop there was an old chap sat in the chair with the barber tending to his hair and chatting away. They both turned towards me and said ?bonjour'. I returned...
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ELECTRIC-IQ (TM) Product for Energy Analysis and Information Receives Funding
Phoenix, AZ, (ContentDesk) March 15, 2004--Arizona-based Knowatt Inc. (http://www.knowatt.com), has announced that it has received private placement investment from an undisclosed private investor and from Distributed Systems Solutions, Inc (DSSI) in Chandler. DSSI has become a KnoWatt, Inc. shareholder in the transaction as well. KnoWatt has also announced a new office location at 3550 N.
Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225.Knowatt has developed a way to provide actionable consumption information to electric power consumers. Knowatt's product, ElectricIQ? is a web-accessible energy analysis and management solution that connects directly to the utility meter via modem or internet connection.
KnoWatt's solution requires no additional hardware at the user's premise. According to Knowatt CEO Ron Morales, "this funding will accelerate our position of market leadership in the important field of energy information services...
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Rodent Proofing Your Home
It's that time of year where rats and mice are apt to enter our homes. Lets talk a bit about their abilities and senses first. Rats and mice cannot see very good beyond 3 or 4 feet but have a very good sense of motion up to 30 to 50 feet away and for the most part they are color blind. Rodents are most active at night. These rodents have a very good sense of taste so baits may be rejected by them if they are contaminated with insecticides or odors from other chemicals.
Even touching baits after smoking a cigarette will make these rodents to shy away from the baits. Rats and mice also have a good sense of smell. They mark pathways with urine and use their sense of smell to recognize the odors of the pathway to and from food sources. Their hearing is much better than humans and make noises in various situations such as mating. Rodents have a highly developed sense of touch due to their sensitive body hairs.
They rely heavily on touch and smell to guide them through movements....
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Sponsor a Hurricane Affected Family
OAK BROOK, IL (ContentDesk) October 20, 2005 -- LovingNeighbors, a network of thirteen cross denominational church congregations has found a way to make a huge difference in the lives of homeless hurricane families.
With the help of Sears and Kmart, they are equipping FEMA trailer families with complete Home Starter Kits.
These kits are a fabulous idea because FEMA trailers lack the basic living necessities such as cooking utensils, linens and tools. People cannot even open a can of beans or make a cup of coffee, nor do they have sheets to sleep on, said Sandy Molenhouse from International Aid. We are hoping more communities follow their lead .
Home starter kits can be best described as a shrink wrapped bridal shower on a 4 x 4 pallet. They include dishes and glasses, silverware and utensils, pots and pans, bedding and towels, radios and tools, hair dryers, ice chests, chairs, toasters, coffee pots, cleaning materials and more.
The hardest hit areas...
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Interactive Mapping Brings Information to Life
What is Interactive Mapping?
Interactive mapping is a visual display medium which allows graphing, mapping, and even conversion to PDF of any type of information. This technology is used by national government agencies, airlines, chambers of commerce, ski resorts, and countless corporations to make information accessible and interactive to whomever they present the information.Phone and credit card companies use interactive mapping to show billing information. Companies use it in reporting, forecasting, sales and marketing, and display retirement plan information to its employees, using Dashboard, PopChart, Optimap, and Highwire features for interactive and simple information presentation and utilization, even on a pocket PC.What can Interactive Mapping Do for You?
Interactive mapping involves so much more that just maps. Dashboard, Popchart, Optimap, and Highwire provide interactive information in virtually any format: charts, graphs, pie charts, tables, etc.In addition... Interactive Mapping Brings Information to Life
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Fender Guitars: Tradition that Never Gets Old
Without a doubt, Fender guitars are the top-of-the-line in guitars. Success in business is often measured according to the amount of money and sales a company is able to secure. The success of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation proves there are two other elements to consider: dedication and perseverance. From the beginning, it was company owner Leo Fender's main goal to fender guitars the best as possible. The first fruits of his labor would prove positive his dedication He would reach his goal by designing the Telecaster, a solid-body electric guitar with a Spanish design.
This guitar, like many Fender guitars that would follow, was the first of its kind. Only a few years after gaining fame with the Telecaster, Fender followed with the Precision Bass and Stratocaster. These Fender guitars are now collector's items.Shortly after the success of their pioneering guitars, the company switched management gears and was sold to CBS due to Leo Fender failing ill. For the decade...
Fender Guitars: Tradition that Never Gets Old
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ForeThought.net Launches PerfectFone - Residential Broadband and Telephone Bundle
With broadband speeds up to 5mbps (five megabits) and aggressive pricing on telephone service, PerfectFone provides some serious competition to both cable internet and Qwest - the local incumbent phone company."We believe that our service package, made possible by advanced new DSL technology, will set a new bar in Denver for residential and small-office communications. No other company is providing the speeds that we are, bundled with telephone service," foreThought.net CEO Jawaid Bazyar said...
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