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Ken Rakusin and Gordon Brush Honored at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ken Rakusin, President & CEO of Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc., was the recipient of the PATRIOT AWARD at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION, that was held at the Indianapolis, Indiana convention center on October 3-6. "This award was presented to Ken for his Proud To Be An American attitude and his unwavering commitment to manufacturing in the United States, in-spite of the infiltration of low cost, inferior Chinese goods," said Don Buckner, founder, MadeInAmerica.com.

In addition, Buckner presented Gordon Brush with the ARMED FORCES AWARD and commented, "On behalf of Made in America.com we commend you for your patriotism and extraordinary efforts in developing the 'Chamber' brush, for the Abrams tank, that saved the United States Army, $1.5 Billion."

"I am overwhelmed, honored, and deeply humbled to receive these two prestigious awards. My goal was to make a difference for our employees, our customers, and our country. I guess we achieved that," said Rakusin.

"I want to thank Don and his team for recognizing our accomplishments. Gordon Brush is Proud To Be An American Manufacturer and a GOLD sponsor of the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA convention," added Rakusin.

About Made in America.com

Made in America.com is a non-partisan, private company whose mission is to raise awareness for the economic, environmental and community impact of American-made manufacturers and brands.

Over 300 companies showcased their American manufacturing capabilities and American made products at the inaugural Made in America convention. Speakers included: Michael Lindell from My Pillow; former NASCAR driver, Darrell Waltrip; Indianapolis Mayor, Joe Hogsett; and Congressman, Daniel Webster.

About Gordon Brush(r)

Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc., has a rich history as an American brush manufacturer. Founded in 1951, Gordon Brush(r) includes two brands whose origin dates to 1855 and 1897. The Company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and a leading manufacturer of specialty, custom and standard brushes for a multitude of industries.

Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. was the 2018 recipient of the Made: In America Award. The award was presented in a ceremony in the Rayburn Office building rotunda, in Washington, D.C., in July, 2018. Congresswoman Grace Napolitano (CA-32), also presented the Company's President and CEO, Ken Rakusin, with a special Congressional Recognition Award for his commitment to American manufacturing. Mr. Rakusin was also honored as an American Made Hero.

Learn more at: https://www.gordonbrush.com/about-gordonbrush.php

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Ken Rakusin, President & CEO of Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc., was the recipient of the PATRIOT AWARD at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION, that was held at the Indianapolis, Indiana convention center on October 3-6. "This award was presented to Ken for his Proud To Be An American attitude and his unwavering commitment to manufacturing in the United States, in-spite of the infiltration of low cost, inferior Chinese goods," said Don Buckner, founder, MadeInAmerica.com.

Related link: https://www.gordonbrush.com/

Gordon Brush CEO Ken Rakusin to Speak at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ken Rakusin, President & CEO of Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. is a "highlighted" speaker at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION, to be held at the Indianapolis, Indiana convention center, October 3-6.

According to Don Buckner, founder, MadeInAmerica.com, "The convention will celebrate US manufacturing in a way that's never been done before."

Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. is Proud To Be An American Manufacturer(TM) and a GOLD sponsor of the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA convention.

"I feel that it is important for Gordon Brush to show strong support for this event that will celebrate American manufacturers and American made goods. That is why I decided to exhibit and be a Gold sponsor," said Ken Rakusin. "We've said for many years now that patriotism is paramount at Gordon Brush. Even under competitive threats, and low-cost Chinese knockoffs and counterfeit goods, the Company has been steadfast in its philosophy and commitment to manufacturing in the United States. Gordon Brush never considered off-shore manufacturing to become more price competitive."

"Our American made products give us the ability to display our patriotism and pride and to create feelings of goodwill when our customers receive American-made items," added Rakusin.

About Made in America:

MadeinAmerica.com is a non-partisan, private company whose mission is to raise awareness for the economic, environmental and community impact of American-made manufacturers and brands.

The Inaugural Made in America convention will feature over 800 companies showcasing American manufacturing and American made products. There will also be a slate of educational sessions, high-level keynote addresses, and panel discussions featuring manufacturing specialists and professionals from key segments of the manufacturing community.

About Gordon Brush(R):
Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc., has a rich history as an American brush manufacturer. Founded in 1951, Gordon Brush(R) includes two brands whose origin dates to 1855 and 1897.The Company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and a leading manufacturer of specialty, custom and standard brushes for a multitude of industries.

Gordon Brush(R) is the 2018 recipient of the Made: In America Award. The award was presented in a ceremony in the Rayburn Office building rotunda, in Washington, D.C., in July, 2018. Congresswoman Grace Napolitano (CA-32), also presented the Company's President and CEO, Ken Rakusin, with a special Congressional Recognition Award for his commitment to American manufacturing. Mr. Rakusin was also honored as an American Made Hero.

For more information, visit: https://www.gordonbrush.com/ and https://madeinamerica.com/.

Read blog at: https://www.gordonbrush.com/blogs.php

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Ken Rakusin, President & CEO of Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. is a "highlighted" speaker at the 2019 MADE IN AMERICA CONVENTION, to be held at the Indianapolis, Indiana convention center, October 3-6.

Related link: https://www.gordonbrush.com/

IEDCO Vacuum Conveying Systems Designed to Overcome Difficult Plant Layouts

TURNERSVILLE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- IEDCO, a leader in the design and manufacture of custom engineered powder handling systems and solutions offers custom design solutions for efficiently moving powders in plants with difficult layouts.

There are multiple critical components in a pneumatic conveying system. In circumstances where the plant layout is challenging, custom designed systems dictate where and how these critical components are placed. These components consist of the pickup point, tubing, receiver, vacuum pump and the control system.

The pickup point may be a wand, bag dump station or bulk bag dischargers. Tubing may be of varying materials and diameter. The receiver is fit with valves which discharge the received material into the process, while the vacuum pump creates the suction to pull the material through the tubing. The control systems manage the flow of material through the system by dictating suction pressures, batching, multi-ingredient processes and more.

All of these components must be properly configured to ensure product gets from point to point in the plant while maintaining product integrity, flow rates, and safety.

While these systems are customized to meet individual needs, IEDCO's experience with designing, manufacturing and installing these systems results in systems that are efficient and cost effective. IEDCO pneumatic conveying systems are ideal for the food, pharmaceuticals and chemical industries.

More information: (856) 728-6400, e-mail: info@iedco.com, or visit https://iedco.com/.

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IEDCO, a leader in the design and manufacture of custom engineered powder handling systems and solutions offers custom design solutions for efficiently moving powders in plants with difficult layouts.

Related link: https://iedco.com/

New Spray Robot Revolutionizes Coatings and SPF – Precision Material Application Becomes Possible with Coaterbot

CANTON, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- SprayWorks Equipment Group is proud to announce its new invention, the Coaterbot. Created by long-time Polyurethanes equipment inventor and founder of a 4th generation company - James Davidson created the Coaterbot to cover a broader spectrum of material applications.

The Coaterbot's features include:
* Application tolerances: +/- 2 mils coatings to +/- 1/16-inch SPF
* Increased yields: Sustained theoretical loss of yield factors under 1 5percent with SPF and 5 percent with coatings
* Easily Customized: Utility model platform easily adapts for in plant and in situ applications
* Upgrade option for SprayBot Ultra.

Similar to its sister products, the SprayBot (designed in 2004) and the SprayBot Ultra (2011), the Coaterbot delivers a 78-inch wide pass with a variable height of 12-36-inches - while operating with a two-person crew.

The Coaterbot was designed with thin and thick film coating applications in mind. The Coaterbot has the ability to apply a much broader range of materials including; foam, coatings, Polyurea, Roof CTG, Floor & Parking CTG, Primary & Secondary Containment - just to name a few.

"I designed the Coaterbot with a broader range of material applications in mind," says Jim Davidson, Owner, SprayWorks Equipment Group. "Catering primarily to airless and conventional multi-component applications, it creates labor and material savings with unmatched precision."

About SprayWorks Equipment Group:

SprayWorks Equipment Group is a spray foam and polyurea company; supplying equipment, training, material, mobile rigs, and parts - and a distributor for PMC, Graco, and Gusmer equipment. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, SprayWorks has knowledge in commercial and residential buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. SprayWorks provides training and education for new contractors and equipment operators; open cell, closed cell, polyurea & coating applications for interior & exterior building envelope design, waterproofing, below grade, bridge deck, barge, secondary containment all types of roofs and structures.

For more information, visit: https://store.sprayworksequipment.com/ or YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/SprayWorks. Or, call 330-587-4141.

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SprayWorks Equipment Group is proud to announce its new invention, the Coaterbot. Created by long-time Polyurethanes equipment inventor and founder of a 4th generation company - James Davidson created the Coaterbot to cover a broader spectrum of material applications.

Related link: https://sprayworksequipment.com/

Capital Industries Shares Tips to Know When to Repair Industrial Concrete Flooring

MATTITUCK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capital Industries, Inc. shares tips for industrial, commercial businesses to know when to repair concrete flooring. Concrete floors and related structures are the basic elements of any building, which is why they need to be checked regularly and properly maintained. The absence of preventive maintenance can lead to expensive repairs, accidents and even lawsuits.

For over 30 years, Capital Industries has provided professional maintenance personnel and resourceful homeowners with the products they need to maintain and repair concrete floors.

Recognizing Damaged Concrete

Damage to concrete can result from the weather or from regular wear and tear. It can also result from the foundation settling, heavy equipment, and regular traffic from forklifts or other vehicles. Additionally, concrete used in commercial or industrial areas can suffer from the effects of heavy or vibrating machinery.

Such conditions can cause a deterioration in the surface of the concrete and floor joints. Since concrete is porous, water can penetrate the surface, leading to corrosion or spalling in the material itself and possibly to the development of rust in the underlying reinforcement bars.

Surface cracks can eventually create a hazard to machinery or to the workers themselves. Furthermore, concrete deficiencies can cause damage beyond cracks in the flooring, perhaps even compromising the foundation of the entire structure.

These are some obvious indications of deficient concrete:
* Surface damage
* Visible cracking, chipping or corrosion
* Floors or walls that appear uneven
* Jammed doors or windows

Finding Solutions to Concrete Damage

It is of vital importance that damaged concrete is repaired as soon as possible. Fortunately, epoxy and other concrete repair products on the market can be used to repair cracks and other deficiencies. Floor coatings are also available to create concrete surfaces that are shiny or not slippery.

Proactive strategies can be used to prevent commercial concrete corrosion. The products available from Capital Industries can be used to repair commercial concrete areas, driveways, patios, ceilings, walls, coolers and freezers.

For more information about Capital Industries' industrial concrete repair products and for help choosing the right product for the application, call 631-298-6300 or visit http://www.kwikbond.com/.

About KwikBond
Capital Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of commercial and industrial concrete repair products. For over 30 years, we have proudly serviced contractors, factories, warehouses and distribution centers for industrial, institutional and commercial customers. We carry a full range of concrete repair materials, including those specifically designed for low temperature areas such as freezers and coolers.

Our floor repair products are rapid hardening, allowing you to reopen repaired areas with minimal downtime. All of our products are designed to be used by in-house maintenance personnel and come with an ironclad 100 percent guarantee of satisfaction.

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Capital Industries, Inc. shares tips for industrial, commercial businesses to know when to repair concrete flooring. Concrete floors and related structures are the basic elements of any building, which is why they need to be checked regularly and properly maintained. The absence of preventive maintenance can lead to expensive repairs, accidents and even lawsuits.

Related link: http://www.kwikbond.com/

Western Case Shares The Variety of Products Created with Blow Molding

RIVERSIDE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Blow molding manufacturer, Western Case, shares the variety of products and markets that benefit from plastic product manufacturing from the design to delivery. The California-based company has manufactured products for over 40 years, servicing customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Asia.

With an experienced team in conceptualization and design, Western Case assists customers with the prototype of their product and readying it for production. Western Case manufactures products that match the specifications the client presents and specifications of leading suppliers in the industry, Pelican and SKB to name two.

The products Western Case creates using blow molding include:

Automotive Ducts

The blow molding customization process can be used for automotive vehicles and customized down to every detail of the manufacturer's specifications. HVAC ducts are easily customizable to include SWD ducts, headliner, floor, seating, console, even IP.

Traffic Safety Products

Blow molding is often used for products that work to redirect traffic or stop it from changing lanes when necessary, keeping the public safe. These hollow products are often manufactured using the extrusion blow molding method; some examples include cones, drums, and barricades.

Chairs and Stadium Seating

Plastic is the most popular material used for stadium seating including bleachers, seats, and chairs in auditoriums, stadiums, and a variety of other gathering areas. Plastic is a durable product, especially when formed with blow molding methods.

Various Containers

Blow molding methods are put into place for a variety of containers such as reservoirs, tanks, and even trays. The designs can be mass produced to any specification by collaboration with a team of our engineers at Western Case.

In addition, Western Case also manufactures:
* Coolers
* Wheels
* Household Products
* Sporting Goods and Toys
* Fan Housings
* Industrial Applications
* Carrying Cases.

Western Case has extensive experience and knowledge manufacturing blow molding products. We can help with every aspect of the process, from material selection, process engineering, quality inspections, to production.

Western Case believes that our team can be the one-stop shop for your product, from idea to production. Call us at 1-877-593-2182 or visit http://www.westerncase.com/ to request a quote.

About Western Case:
For over 35 years, Western Case, Inc. has been a leading custom blow-molder, and manufacturer of blow molded plastic carrying cases in the U.S. From our Southern California based manufacturing facility, Western Case has produced millions of blow molded cases and custom blow-molded products, servicing customers in the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Europe, and Asia.
Our broad experience in the design and manufacture of blow molded plastic carrying cases, and custom blow molded products will be an asset to you at any stage of your project.

Whether your project is in the concept stage - or if you already have your products developed - our design, engineering, production, and marketing staff is ready to work with you.

Visit http://www.WesternCase.com for more information.

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Blow molding manufacturer, Western Case, shares the variety of products and markets that benefit from plastic product manufacturing from the design to delivery. The California-based company has manufactured products for over 40 years, servicing customers in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Asia.

Related link: http://www.westerncase.com/

Pentagon Technologies Makes a Strategic Move to Expand Into Asia Market

HAYWARD, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Pentagon Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of ultra-high purity cleaning, contamination detection, coating products and services to the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, microelectronic, and solar industries, entered into a strategic partnership with Kurita Water Industries, Ltd. of Japan. The relationship is intended to provide Pentagon access to Asian markets and Kuritec Service Ltd., the tool cleaning business of the Kurita Group, enhanced ultra-high purity cleaning and coating technology from Pentagon.

To solidify the partnership, Kurita will invest through a 25 percent equity stake in Pentagon. The partnership is designed such that Kurita has the opportunity to increase their stake over the next several years. Under the terms of the agreement, the value of the initial equity investment is $50 million.

"This exciting partnership provides the customers of both companies access to proprietary ultra-high purity cleaning and coating services," said Carlos Lazalde, President and CEO of Pentagon Technologies. "Our customers have been asking us to expand globally, this partnership allows us to answer that call. For our customers that have multi-national support requirements across the U.S., Japan and other areas of Asia this partnership provides an unprecedented level and range of global services and solutions. The common culture of customer focus and quality services, between the two companies, makes this alliance obvious."

The relationship with Kurita will ultimately enable Pentagon to expand all of its services into Asia. The initial focus will be to expand the Chamber Service and Technical Site Service Groups coverage and geographic support for our key customers. Utilizing Pentagons technologies and processes will allow Kuritec Service to leverage new offerings into Japan expanding their addressable market.

Kuritec Service will adopt a number of key technologies from Pentagon including advanced purity cleaning processes as well as manufacturing/cleaning management systems and analytics measurement and reporting capabilities. Pentagon will integrate the Kurita Quality Management Systems and process discipline know-how.

The combined companies will have an unparalleled track record and expertise in cleaning new and recycled parts. In addition they will provide surface particle measuring instruments and technical services relating to the clean room. The focus is to increase the productivity of customer's factories while continuously reducing the impact on the environment.

For more information please visit our website at: http://www.pen-tec.com/

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Pentagon Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of ultra-high purity cleaning, contamination detection, coating products and services to the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, microelectronic, and solar industries, entered into a strategic partnership with Kurita Water Industries, Ltd. of Japan.

Related link: http://www.pen-tec.com/

Clean PVC Certification Announced for PVC-Based Products

ANDOVER, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Clean PVC LLC, an environmental consulting organization, today announced the launch of its Clean PVC(R) Certification program. The program identifies flooring, wallcovering, upholstery, and other PVC-based products that have been found safe via REACH compliance for use in sustainable building projects. REACH is a regulation adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from risks posed by chemicals.

To become Clean PVC Certified, products must pass testing confirming they have less than 0.1 percent by product weight of any Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) authorized on the REACH Candidate List.

Clean PVC+(TM) Certified products contain bio-based plasticizers or no plasticizers and are also phthalate-free. Testing is performed by SGS, the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.

A Clean PVC Certified or Clean PVC+ Certified label lets architects and designers quickly distinguish products containing the safest forms of PVC from those that may not. Flooring manufacturers such as Shannon-Teknoflor and Upofloor-Kahrs indicate that their Clean PVC-Certified products have been more readily specified than similar products.

Learn more about Clean PVC(R) Certification and its benefits at: http://cleanpvc.org/.

Clean PVC LLC of Andover, Massachusetts is a private, environmental consulting organization unaffiliated with any company, trade group or association. It assists manufacturers in certifying that their PVC-based products are safe for use in sustainable building projects.

Clean PVC LLC
68 Park Street
Andover, MA 01810
888-877-4413
cleanpvc.org

Clean PVC is a registered trademark in the U.S., Canada, and the European Union. Trademark pending in Japan, and China.

Clean PVC LLC, an environmental consulting organization, today announced the launch of its Clean PVC(R) Certification program. The program identifies flooring, wallcovering, upholstery, and other PVC-based products that have been found safe via REACH compliance for use in sustainable building projects. REACH is a regulation adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from risks posed by chemicals.

Related link: http://cleanpvc.org/

New Scholarship to Increase Innovation in Chemical Science

CANTON, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- SprayWorks is proud to announce its new scholarship program, The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship. The scholarship is named after SprayWorks Equipment Group owner, James Davidson. James has been designing robots and equipment for Polyurethanes for three decades and has contributed thousands of hours teaching Polyurethane professionals how to create careers in the industry.

The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship was designed to encourage Chemical Science students to create innovation in their chosen industry and during their university education. The scholarship will be awarded to one student pursuing a career in Chemical Science with a GPA of 2.5 or above.

Students are asked to submit an essay detailing how they currently are or how they plan to create innovation through Chemical Science. SprayWorks' goal through The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship is to not only create innovation, but to raise awareness of the Polyurethane industry and how students can obtain a career in Polyurethanes.

"This scholarship is an opportunity for us to give back," says James Davidson, Owner, SprayWorks Equipment Group. "Our industry needs to start investing in future generations to create opportunities for growth in the industry."

To apply for the scholarship or learn more about the scholarship, please visit our website Deadline to submit is December 21, 2018. The scholarship will be awarded in Spring 2019.

Scholarship information page: https://sprayworksequipment.com/the-james-davidson-innovative-student-scholarship/.

About SprayWorks Equipment Group:

SprayWorks Equipment Group is a spray foam and polyurea company; supplying equipment, training, material, mobile rigs, and parts - and the #1 distributor for PMC equipment. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, SprayWorks has knowledge in commercial and residential buildings, bridges, and infrastructure.

SprayWorks provides training and education for new contractors and equipment operators; open cell, closed cell, polyurea & coating applications for interior & exterior building envelope design, waterproofing, below grade, bridge deck, barge, secondary containment all types of roofs and structures.

For more information, visit: https://sprayworksequipment.com/ or call 330-587-4141.

Store: http://store.sprayworksequipment.com/

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SprayWorks is proud to announce its new scholarship program, The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship. The scholarship is named after SprayWorks Equipment Group owner, James Davidson. James has been designing robots and equipment for Polyurethanes for three decades and has contributed thousands of hours teaching Polyurethane professionals how to create careers in the industry.

Related link: https://sprayworksequipment.com/

It’s More Than Green, It’s Waterproofing, says Pacific Roofing Systems

DANA POINT, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Repairing chronic roof leaks due to poor home construction without doing a tear-off or further construction takes innovation, ingenuity, skill, and in this case, the right product line up, says Pacific Roofing Systems. Pacific met the "construction-less" challenge to repair 2,000 square feet of spudded rock flat roofing and sloped metal roofing on a private Laguna Beach residence by instead proposing the use of a unique formulated monolithic liquid single-ply waterproof roof system known as the SureCoat Roof System.

"When this homeowner approached us, we were one of many contractors who had inspected the property and had an opportunity to propose a solution," explained Alan Stovesand, V.P. of Pacific Roofing System. "The problem was we had to overcome a series of multilevel flat roofs and stucco walls that terminated right at the flat roof level. When done properly the walls should terminate 6 inches above the roof with a metal weep screed that allows the water to weep out above the roofline and onto the roof, which is a standard waterproofing practice. This home, however, had a tar and gravel roof with nowhere for the moisture to weep out too, and the homeowner didn't want to open up and rework all the stucco terminations of his beautiful modern home."

In addition to the no construction challenge, the city of Laguna Beach does not allow the installation white roofing. Both Alan and SureCoat had a solution for that.

"We proposed to get rid of the gravel, to smooth down the roof, to clean it up, and then install a colored version of the SureCoat Roof System," Stovesand adds.

This solution offered no stucco demolition, saved thousands of dollars, and provided the opportunity to have a smooth monolithic UV resistant roof that is leak free. The owner chose the Pacific Roofing System proposal and now is the proud owner of a 10-Year Renewable Energy Efficient SureCoat Roof System. After a year and a half year of intense UV rays, moisture, and a host of other elements, the "non-construction" answer has been proven to be a cost effective, all weather solution.

In total, Pacific Roofing Systems has worked with SureCoat Systems for eight years and has installed 15 SureCoat roof systems.

About Pacific Roofing Systems:

Pacific Roofing Systems offers premier roofing, sheet metal, siding and waterproofing contractor services throughout the Southern California Market. With over 40 years combined roofing experience and knowledge, Pacific Roofing Systems is well versed in all roofing applications and strive to be on the cutting edge of new roofing and green roofing technology. Pacific Roofing Systems has strategically aligned themselves with vendors and manufacturers that offer the utmost excellence in technical support and customer service while providing a quality product at fair pricing.

Learn more at http://www.pacificroofingsystems.com/.

About SureCoat Systems:

SureCoat Systems was founded from a desire to offer sustainable products and permanent roof and wall solutions to meet the needs and demands of the building industry and property owners. SureCoat Systems' products are backed by over 30 years of chemical designing, engineering and manufacturing of polymeric hybrid, specialty coatings for the marine and construction industry. SureCoat Systems offers high quality, sustainable, environmentally advanced waterproofing and energy saving coating solutions to the professional building industry with product warranties that express our confidence of quality and superior performance.

Learn more at https://surecoatsystems.com/.

Repairing chronic roof leaks due to poor home construction without doing a tear-off or further construction takes innovation, ingenuity, skill, and in this case, the right product line up, says Pacific Roofing Systems. Pacific met the "construction-less" challenge to repair 2,000 square feet of spudded rock flat roofing and sloped metal roofing on a private Laguna Beach residence by instead proposing the use of a unique formulated monolithic liquid single-ply waterproof roof system known as the SureCoat Roof System.

Related link: http://www.pacificroofingsystems.com/

SprayWorks Launches New Equipment Repair Spray Foam Video Series ‘Fix-it Friday’

CANTON, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- SprayWorks Equipment Group, a spray foam and coatings equipment company, has launched a new video series for contractors. The new series of short videos, aptly named "Fix-It Friday," is hosted by polyurethane equipment experts with decades of experience: John Davidson and Dave Penta.

Fix-It Friday consists of monthly videos curated with common part repairs and maintenance steps that need to take place regularly. The videos allow spray foam contractors to take repairs into their own hands.

Fix-It Friday videos not only make repairs easy to understand, but also breaks down the anatomy of equipment. SprayWorks' first video repairs a smashed spring and bumper on a GHO Transfer Pump - an easy repair that needs to be fixed at times. Contractors can expect to see future videos such as; replacing o-rings, lubricating and servicing equipment, and other common repairs needing to take place in spray foam rigs and coatings rigs.

"Fix-It Friday is an exciting step for our entire team," says John Davidson, VP of Operations. "Each video includes common things that we fix regularly, and we break it down to make repairs quick which leaves the spray foam contractor feeling confident."

About SprayWorks Equipment Group:

SprayWorks Equipment Group is a spray foam and polyurea company; supplying equipment, training, material, mobile rigs, and parts - and the #1 distributor for PMC equipment. With nearly 100 years of combined experience, SprayWorks has knowledge in commercial and residential buildings, bridges, and infrastructure. SprayWorks provides training and education for new contractors and equipment operators; open cell, closed cell, polyurea & coating applications for interior & exterior building envelope design, waterproofing, below grade, bridge deck, barge, secondary containment all types of roofs and structures.

For more information, visit: https://store.sprayworksequipment.com/ or https://www.youtube.com/user/SprayWorks or call 330-587-4141.

Main website: https://sprayworksequipment.com/

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SprayWorks Equipment Group, LLC, a spray foam and coatings equipment company, has launched a new video series for contractors. The new series of short videos, aptly named "Fix-It Friday," is hosted by polyurethane equipment experts with decades of experience: John Davidson and Dave Penta.

Related link: https://sprayworksequipment.com/

Chuck Simpson of EPIC to Present on Hazard Recognition at Arklatex ASSE Chapter Meeting

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Senior Risk Control Consultant Chuck Simpson will present at the Arklatex American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Bi-Monthly Chapter Meeting on Thurs., March 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Shane's Seafood and BBQ in Bossier City, La.

Simpson, a recognized expert in Hydrogen Sulfide safety practices and training and ASSE Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training Committee Chairman, will present on hazard recognition. The chapter meeting will also include a chapter bylaws amendment vote, local employment opportunities and a round table discussion of recent incidents, upcoming initiative and events.

ASSE is a global association of occupational safety professionals representing more than 36,000 members worldwide. The Society is also a visible advocate for OSH professionals through proactive government affairs at the federal and state levels, and in member-led relationships with key federal safety and health agencies. Members create safer work environments by preventing workplace fatalities, injuries and illnesses. Besides recording less lost time and lower workers' compensation costs, organizations with strong safety performance enjoy increased productivity, a better reputation and higher employee satisfaction.

About Chuck Simpson, senior risk control consultant

Chuck Simpson is a health and safety professional with more than 30 years of experience helping companies develop and implement risk management systems in a variety of industries.

Prior to joining EPIC, Simpson served as president of Work Safe International, LLC where he worked on both on- and off-shore projects in the United States, Mexico, Canada, South America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

Simpson has experience in the sulfur operations, pipeline, fabrication, oil and gas drilling, vessel operations and food processing industries. He is a certified safety professional (CSP) and a widely recognized expert on Contractor Safety Management, OSHA Recordkeeping and Hydrogen Sulfide Safety.

Simpson has presented lectures at the ASSE Safety Professional Development Conference and Exposition, OSHA Oil and Gas Safety Conference, the International Conference on Offshore Safety, the Gulf Coast Safety and Training Group, and the Sulphur Institute's Sulphur World Symposium in the United Arab Emirates.

Simpson is an active participant in the American Society of Safety Engineers, Gulf Coast Safety Training Group and serves as Chairman for the ANSI Z390 Hydrogen Sulfide Training Committee. He earned his bachelor's degree in international studies from the University of South Alabama.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,400 team members operating from 50 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $400 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Senior Risk Control Consultant Chuck Simpson will present at the Arklatex American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) Bi-Monthly Chapter Meeting on Thurs., March 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Shane's Seafood and BBQ in Bossier City, La.

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EPIC Joins in Authoring Updated American National Standards Institute / American Society of Safety Engineers 2017 Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training Standard

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, and a member of the American National Standards Institute / American Society of Safety Engineers (ANSI/ASSE) Z390 Hydrogen Sulfide Training Committee, announced today the approval and upcoming publication of a revised Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training Standard (ANSI/ASSE Z390.1-2017).

EPIC Sr. Safety Consultant Charles (Chuck) Simpson, a recognized expert in Hydrogen Sulfide safety practices and training, led the revision effort as the ASSE Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training Committee's Chairman. Simpson served as Vice-Chairman of the committee from 1994 until his appointment as Chairman in 2015.

The Committee was formed in 1994, and the ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 Standard has consistently been one of ANSI's most valued publications. A new edition of the document will soon be published by ASSE.

The guidelines in ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 establish content and instructional practices for training personnel with potential exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S). The Standard includes detailed training recommendations concerning H2S properties and characteristics, respiratory protection, gas detection, emergency response, and more. These guidelines are used extensively in the oil and gas industry, in petrochemical operations, and in a variety of other industries worldwide.

Said EPIC's Simpson, "Although exact numbers are not known, it is likely that worldwide tens of thousands of people have died from H2S poisoning since 1900. It is also difficult to determine how many lives the standard has helped to save, but I have no doubt that it is an equally impressive number. H2S has a unique set of properties and characteristics that make it particularly hazardous and I am proud to have played a role in leading this important, lifesaving effort."

For additional information about the latest edition of the ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 Standard or for assistance with your H2S safety program, please contact EPIC's Chuck Simpson at chuck.simpson@epicbrokers.com or 504-577-4743.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has 1,100 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues approaching $300 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, and a member of the American National Standards Institute / American Society of Safety Engineers (ANSI/ASSE) Z390 Hydrogen Sulfide Training Committee, announced today the approval and upcoming publication of a revised Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training Standard (ANSI/ASSE Z390.1-2017).

Related link: http://www.epicbrokers.com/

EPIC Joins the American National Standards Institute/American Society of Safety Engineers (ANSI/ASSE) Z390 Hydrogen Sulfide Training Committee

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that as part of the firm's commitment to the Energy Industry and ongoing efforts to improve worker safety, EPIC has joined the American National Standards Institute/ American Society of Safety Engineers (ANSI/ASSE) Z390 "Hydrogen Sulfide Training" Committee.

EPIC Sr. Safety Consultant Charles (Chuck) Simpson, a recognized expert in Hydrogen Sulfide safety practices and training, has been appointed as the Committee's Chairman.

ANSI is a national consensus standard organization that publishes guidelines on a wide variety of safety issues; ASSE is a global organization of professionals who manage, supervise, research and consult on occupational safety and health concerns in industry, government and education.

The ANSI/ASSE Z390 "Hydrogen Sulfide Training" Committee was formed in 1994, and the ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 Standard has consistently been one of ANSI's most valued publications. A new edition of the document will be released in the next few months.

The guidelines in ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 establish content and instructional practices for training personnel with potential exposure to hydrogen sulfide (H2S). The Standard includes detailed training recommendations concerning H2S properties and characteristics, respiratory protection, gas detection, emergency response, and more. These guidelines are used extensively in the oil and gas industry, in petrochemical operations, and in a variety of other industries worldwide.

For additional information about the latest edition of the ANSI/ASSE Z390.1 Standard or for assistance with your H2S safety program, please contact EPIC's Chuck Simpson at chuck.simpson@epicbrokers.com or 504-577-4743.

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence. EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has 1,100 team members operating from offices across the U.S., providing Property Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to more than 20,000 clients.

With run rate revenues approaching $300 million, EPIC ranks among the top 20 retail insurance brokers in the United States. Backed by the Carlyle Group, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit http://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that as part of the firm's commitment to the Energy Industry and ongoing efforts to improve worker safety, EPIC has joined the American National Standards Institute/ American Society of Safety Engineers (ANSI/ASSE) Z390 "Hydrogen Sulfide Training" Committee.