Smart Platform Rental Receives ISO 14001 Certification

(PRWEB UK) 21 December 2011

Smart Platform Rental Limited, which is the UK's largest provider of self-drive rental light truck mounted platforms, has been awarded the environmental management standard ISO 14001 in recognition of its commitment to running an environmentally-friendly business.

The award, which comes only months after achieving certification to ISO 9001:2008, further exemplifies Smart Platform?s commitment to investing in its quality management systems. The process comprised an initial assessment followed by two audits. These were carried out by British Assessment Bureau, a globally recognised and independent third-party accreditation body.

ISO 14001 is an internationally recognised standard for environmental systems. It enables organisations to measure the impact on the environment from its activities, services, products and people. One of the primary requirements for certification was to compile to a comprehensive list of environmental aspects associated with Smart Platform Rental?s operations and identify those that can cause the most significant impacts to the environment. The key objectives of Smart Platform?s environmental system focus on managing its energy consumption and the disposal of waste.

Commenting on the achievement, Smart?s QA Manager Lee Williams said: "After gaining ISO9001 accreditation earlier on in the year, we?re very pleased to have achieved ISO 14001. As a responsible organisation we are continually striving to minimise the impact of our operations on the environment and create a healthier working environment for our employees".

"Although we are classed as a low risk business, it is still important for us to focus on energy management and how we dispose of waste like card, paper and vehicle consumables including oils and batteries?, emphasised Williams. ?This standard provides a benchmark against which we can make even further improvements year-on-year and also a focus for keeping on top of changing legislative requirements."

For more information on Smart?s accreditations please click HERE.

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EnGenius Technologies Wireless-N Gaming Router Receives ?Approved Hardware? Award from Techware Labs

Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) October 18, 2011

EnGenius? Technologies, Inc., the leader in long-range Wireless-N networking solutions for homes and businesses, today announced TechwareLabs has awarded the ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless N Gaming Router with Gigabit its Approved Hardware Award.

In a review published on the TechwareLabs website, product reviewer Ben Weber praised the ESR9855G for its features and speed. ?The EnGenius Wireless 300N Gaming Router has all of the features needed for a gaming setup or LAN party. From its gigabit switch to its speedy 300Mbps wireless N rate, this router stacks up with most high end media/gaming routers.? Weber continued, ?This router has both the wired and wireless speeds needed for a gaming hub or LAN party without sacrificing the software to support it.?

?We are particularly excited about this award because it validates our efforts to deliver to the market wireless infrastructure solutions that provide the performance and features of high-end products at a price point that makes it affordable for consumers and small businesses,? explained Carina Tsai, Product Manager at EnGenius Technologies. ?The ESR9855G is the ideal high-performance wireless network solution for today?s connected home. By delivering whole-home coverage with secure, reliable, high-speed wireless access, our products enable the growing array of network-connected applications in homes and small businesses to enhance productivity and efficiency, and maximize consumers? in-home entertainment options.?

About the EnGenius ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless N Gaming Router

The EnGenius Technologies ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless N Gaming Router with Gigabit is designed to provide superior range and fast wireless speeds. The ESR9855G incorporates wireless 802.11n technology to deliver the best range and speed, and a four-port Gigabit Ethernet switch to provide ultra-fast connectivity between wired devices and eliminate bottlenecks between wired and wireless devices.

To maximize the enjoyment of multimedia content and online gaming, the ESR9855G integrates StreamEngine? technology and 802.11e QoS (WMM) to detect and prioritize VoIP, gaming and video packets to optimize multimedia streaming for gaming consoles, HD TV, music, VoIP, and other home entertainment applications.

The ESR9855G offers a host of security features including: secure push-button connectivity, policy-based parental controls for safe browsing, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA2/WPA), SPI firewall, and wireless MAC address filtering. For ease of management, the ESR9855G features a web-based GUI, power saving management and auto-firmware recovery.

An embedded 3dBi antenna provides superior coverage and range and an external connector enables users to upgrade the antenna to customize the range and radiation patterns to meet the unique requirements of the user.

The EnGenius Technologies ESR9855G Multimedia Enhanced Wireless N Gaming Router is available in North America via authorized EnGenius Technologies distributors and value-added resellers, at a list price of $ 99.99. Additional information on EnGenius Technologies and its products can be found at the company?s website at http://www.engeniustech.com or at http://www.facebook.com/EnGeniusTech.

About EnGenius Technologies

EnGenius Technologies, Inc. is an industry expert in wireless communications and radio frequency (RF) technology. The company pioneered ?Affordable Long-Range Wireless? communication solutions, and creates wireless voice and data products for home, SOHO and SMB use that are versatile, feature-rich, business-class and affordable. Our complete line of award-winning devices is designed to deliver long-range, fast speeds, robust security, and ease-of-use. Established in 1999, EnGenius Technologies, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Senao Networks, a Taiwan RF communications manufacturing company.

? 2011 EnGenius Technologies, Inc. EnGenius? and the EnGenius Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of EnGenius Technologies, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.

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Champion Brands Receives GSA Approval for Engine Oils, Brake Fluids, Engine Additives and Specialty Lubricants

Clinton, MO (PRWEB) December 21, 2011

According to Mike Reddick, Champion VP of Sales and Marketing, ?The GSA Schedule 51-V award is validation of Champion?s commitment to offer ?purpose-built? solutions for its federal, state and local government customers. We specifically designed our Schedule 51-V contract to meet the Government?s needs for top-tier chemicals and lubricants while using cutting-edge technological solutions. We look forward to continuing our support to our commercial & industrial customers, while providing our Government colleagues with responsive, efficient and cost-effective ways to benefit from our product line and capabilities.?

Under the five year contract, Champion will be listed as a preferred government-approved vendor and can provide numerous types of gasoline and diesel motor oils, brake fluids, greases, aerosols, and engine additives to all of levels of governments and military.

In order to receive Champion?s Contract # GS-21F-0128W, the General Services Administration evaluated a number of criteria including products, capabilities, corporate structure, performance history, and customer satisfaction. Champion can be found on GSA Advantage?, the governments on-line shopping system at http://www.gsaadvantage.gov or by contacting Champion at sales(at)championbrands(dot)com

About the company: Champion Brands, LLC, is a globally recognized industry leader in specialty lubricants for over 55 years. Champion also produces and blends over 300 products including fuel, oil, engine additives, and lubricants for the racing, automotive, heavy truck, agricultural, industrial, and specialty markets. For more information contact your nearest Champion Distributor, or call Champion at 800-821-5693. Champion Brands, LLC; 1001 Golden Drive, Clinton, MO, 64735 or go to http://www.championbrands.com

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Tomahawk Systems Receives Patent for Distracted Driving, 'No Texting While Driving' Solution for Cell Phones in a Vehicle

New Berlin, WI (PRWEB) January 27, 2012

Tomahawk Systems (http://www.idome.net) announced that the USPTO has issued patent no. 8103292 for their methods of preventing texting while driving. Tomahawk Vice President, John Looby says, "In February, 2009, Tomahawk Systems filed for patents on a unique way to prevent texting while driving. Our product, now iDome, was introduced later that year, and our unique method of connecting the vehicle to the phone via Bluetooth or other connectivity protocols solves many of the problems inherent in other methods of Driving While Texting Prevention (DWTP). Our technology is being used by many other firms in the industry, and has quickly become the global standard for preventing texting while driving".

?The plug-in model that exists today is merely the first stage in the development of this technology. A fully embedded solution utilizing the current infotainment platform in vehicles, and/or an in-vehicle personal navigation device is expected by Q2, 2012. Tomahawk is in discussions with OEM vehicle and tier one providers to embed this technology into current infotainment and hands-free platforms in those vehicles, and the decision by the USPTO to grant the patent will escalate those discussions.

Mr. Looby continues, ?By bringing the various providers under Tomahawk?s licensing agreements and professional standards guidance, we can promote industry-wide development methods, which allows this technology to be made available on any vehicle and any phone in the future. Too many non-licensed providers developing in alternative formats is detrimental to developing a proper standard that can be used industry-wide.?

Industry analysts predict that over the next several years, vehicle providers will have to provide a texting disablement solution to their customers or they will find their vehicles becoming less insurable; raising the consumers Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). The increase in law suits related to texting while driving accidents is expected to be directed at vehicle manufacturers, mobile device providers, and mobile carriers if they do not provide options for consumers to opt-out of receiving texts while a vehicle is in motion. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently recommended a ban on texting and cell phone usage while driving (http://www.ntsb.gov/news/2011/111213.html) making Tomahawk?s announcement timely.

In related news, Tomahawk has announced that it will formally pursue other DWTP providers who have continued to use the technology without a license from Tomahawk since being notified in mid-2010 of Tomahawk's filings with the USPTO. "Companies such as Zoomsafer, Cell Control, Taser, Safe Driving Systems, Tango Networks and other emerging companies have found our technology useful, and continue to promote this technology as their own without licensing it, even though they have been notified of Tomahawk's intellectual property (IP) rights in this area," Mr. Looby says.

"Tomahawk clearly needs to protect our intellectual property rights. Some of these providers continue to promote their products as ?patented?, when the patents that they hold are for technologies such as the embedded GPS model of text disablement. For various technical reasons, the embedded GPS model was largely abandoned; these firms have, over the past 12-18 months, completely re-designed their product lines to use Tomahawk?s technology that ties the vehicle directly to the mobile device for the purpose of disabling texting. Besides the legal ramifications relative to declaring their products as ?patented?, we expect that it would be in the best interest of their customers and distributors to remove their ?patented? labeling on their current products until they resolve licensing agreements with Tomahawk Systems. It is now time that these providers either begin licensing discussions or return to the technology they were using prior to Tomahawk?s patent filing, otherwise legal action must be pursued.?

Tomahawk?s vision is that every consumer will ultimately have a solution available to disable texting, should they opt to do so. ?Keeping people safe on the roads is our first priority. By providing a system that is easy to use and integrated with technologies available today, we allow drivers to opt-in to a solution that frees them from distractions from their cell phones. A single standard allows our technology to be made available to the most drivers.?

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