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Selecting the Right Rod End – Emerson Bearing Boston shares considerations for the Industrial Machinery, Automotive and Aerospace Industries

BOSTON, MA… Rod ends are an essential component of many machines, particularly those used in automotive, aviation, and other major industries. Rod ends link the ends of precision articulating joints such as steering links, control rods, tie rods, robotic arms and more, so there are a few important considerations regarding the right rod end selection for the application.

Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, explains rod ends and offers tips to key industries regarding their options. 

Rod ends consist of an eye-shaped head with an integral shank that serves as housing for a spherical plain bearing, or bushing. They are utilized in linkage applications where a bearing must support a significant misalignment. Rod ends come in a variety of styles. 

What they are
A rod end is a joint that allows for some rotational freedom about all three axes while maintaining a fixed point of contact between two parts. Rod ends are used to join the ends of steering links, control rods, and other mechanically controlled tie rods. Since the center of rotation of a rod end is on the axis of both connected shafts, it offers reliable point-to-point contact. 

“Many advanced industrial systems require high-precision articulation joints as essential components,” said Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing. “These joints are used in a variety of applications, including robotic arms, textile equipment, and automobile steering linkages, among others. They are perfect for circumstances where rotary motion necessitates changes in the rotation axis because they have the capacity to accommodate any kind of misalignment.”

Since joint systems are utilized worldwide, the rod ends used in them come in metric and inch styles.

Selecting the right rod end
The threading on a rod end is what determines its classification as either male or female. Rod ends with external threading are male configurations while rod ends with internal threading have a female configuration. Female rod end bearings are often used in unique applications due to their ability to fine-tune the placement of components. Female rod end bearings, for example, are frequently used in helicopters to precisely adjust the direction of the blade.

Katz continued, “We are dedicated to helping customers find the right rod end solution for their application, while also providing information necessary to help enhance performance and extend service life.”

Inventory Matters
With over four million bearings in stock at multiple price points, Emerson Bearing has the largest inventory of bearings on the East Coast under one roof in their 30,000 square foot warehouse. 

Emerson Bearing provides a variety of rod ends and spherical bushings to meet the needs of various industries and applications. The company serves 16 major markets and their team of experts can assist with bearings and related products for specific industrial and manufacturing applications. To speak with a Marketing Specialist or request a quote, contact 800-225-4587 or visit EmersonBearing.com.

About Emerson Bearing 
For more than six decades, Emerson Bearing offer customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings – ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing Boston has become a leading provider of bearings in the U.S., and its sister company Action Bearing, which serves the New England market, maintains headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit EmersonBearing.com and ActionBearing.com in the New England market or call 800-225-4587.

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New Between Rounds Franchisee Brings Specialty Brews and Coffeehouse Vibe to Manchester, CT

MANCHESTER, SOUTH WINDSOR, TOLLAND AND VERNON, CT… Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with four locations in Connecticut, has a new store owner brewing up big plans for the Plaza at Buckland Hills Manchester location.

The Manchester café is now owned and operated by Ajay Mathew, a native of Hartford, CT who currently resides in South Windsor with his wife and two daughters. Mathew holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business from University of Connecticut in Storrs and an MBA from Post University in Waterbury. He had a 20-year career in the automobile insurance industry, most recently as a Unit Manager at Travelers Insurance in Hartford, CT. However, coffee has always been a passion of Mathew’s and it was time to follow his dream of opening a coffee shop. 

Mathew was interested in buying an established business and spent about two years researching various franchise opportunities looking for just the right fit. He was impressed with Between Rounds’ high-quality bagels and their overall franchise concept when he met with Between Rounds franchisors Jerry and Joseph Puiia.

True to the franchise’s standard fare, the Manchester café will continue to feature Between Rounds signature baked-on-site bagels and baked goods, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, wraps, salads and soups. Mathew will expand the menu with specialty brews and create a coffeehouse ambiance in Manchester.

In addition to the fresh ground and brewed gourmet coffee that patrons know and love, Mathew is expanding upon Between Rounds’ coffee offerings and adding new menu items such as Cold Brews as well as new brew methods. A new state-of-the-art espresso machine has already been installed to provide high quality results in half the time. Cold Foam is now offered, which is similar to whipped cream and goes very well with Cold Brews. Other new offerings include Pour Overs as well as six varieties of flavored coffee. On-site bean roasting may even be a possibility at some point in the future.

According to Mathew, “To me, comfort is amazing coffee and delicious bagels. I’m very passionate about coffee and exploring new brew methods and it’s exciting to have an opportunity to do so in the Manchester café.”

“Ajay is a very good fit for Between Rounds. We’re enthusiastic about his vision for the Manchester location which will serve as a launchpad for all of Between Rounds’ new coffee brews. The café itself has also been transformed to have more of a coffeehouse atmosphere complete with comfortable leather couches and custom artwork,” said franchisor Jerry Puiia.

The family-owned Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café has been in business for more than three decades and is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives. The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets them apart from other cafés. In addition to the Manchester location, Between Rounds has corporate headquarters in South Windsor, as well as a location in Vernon Circle Shopping Center, and the independently owned Tolland store adjacent to a Citgo Express Gas Station. 

“Our franchise opportunities are very appealing to motivated individuals like Ajay who are looking to make the transition from corporate management to business ownership,” explained Puiia. “Between Rounds offers brand recognition, proven operations and plenty of training and support which is a recipe that ensures success.”

Between Rounds’ Manchester location is 1540A Pleasant Valley Road in the Plaza at Buckland Hills. For more information, call the Café (860) 644-9025 or visit betweenroundsbagels.com.

The Café is open Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 6:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; and Sunday 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Franchise Opportunities
For those who are looking to be their own boss and take charge of their career, Between Rounds’ offers several different franchise opportunities, from a traditional store opportunity to Kiosk Gas Station and Convenience Market program to an Area Developer Program.

Franchisor Jerry Puiia explained, “A Between Rounds franchise offers the appeal of a locally-owned, community gathering place; renowned bagels and coffee and other signature fare; as well as excellent unit financial performance and wholesale distribution opportunities.”

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café
Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-onsite bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience.

Between Rounds locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland, CT. Franchise opportunities are available. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. For more information about their unique franchise offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit https://betweenroundsbagels.com

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Holiday Assistance Program Provides 300 Grocery Gift Cards to Individuals in Need

BROCKTON, MA… Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) fulfilled the food insecurity needs of hundreds in the community this holiday season through their Holiday Assistance Program.  
 
OCES provided 300 grocery gift cards, valued at $100 each, to individuals in need throughout Brockton. This was supported by a generous grant from United Healthcare and funding from OCES’ Nutrition Department. 
 
OCES partnered with Vicente’s Supermarket to supply grocery gift cards to participating agencies that would then give them to individuals in need. The agencies participating in OCES’ Holiday Assistance Program include Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC); Signature Healthcare; The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office; and New Heights Charter School. 
 
“OCES strives to identify and fulfill the needs of the community. The greatest need this holiday season was food,” explained Samantha Sousa, MassHealth Programs Director at OCES. “We’d like to thank participating agencies and Vicente’s Supermarket, for helping to provide essential food assistance to local individuals in need.” 
 
For more information about OCES and their Nutrition Program, visit ocesma.org/programs-services/nutrition. To learn more about Vicente’s Supermarket, visit www.vicentessupermarket.com 
 

50 Years of Care and Collaboration 
Join in the celebration of OCES’ 50th anniversary, by helping to make a difference with a donation to the campaign in support of OCES’ Behavioral Health and Wellness programs.  
 
To make a donation online, visit www.ocesma.org and click on the Donate button. Donations may also be made by check or money order and mailed to OCES, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  
 
OCES is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable corporation under section 501c3 of the IRS tax code. 
 
About OCES 
Celebrating 50 Years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Media, OCES is a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 

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Hot Shots Now Open to Boys Ages 2-7. New Creativity Club winter program for young boys and girls begins January 21st. 

MARSHFIELD, MA… The idea of tots, pre-K, and kindergarten kids learning Irish Step dance, sculpting, drumming, painting and acro-dancing seems far-fetched. But at the Hot Shots Creativity Club this winter, that’s exactly what the 2-7 year-olds will be doing. 
 
The new program at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield features instructors from five major South Shore arts organizations: the South Shore Art Center, the South Shore Conservatory, the Pembroke School of Performing Arts, the Dunleavy Boyle Academy of Irish Dance, and the Jesse Stiglich Music School. They are assisted by a team of middle and high school coaches. 
 
Program Now Open to Boys 
With the launch of the winter Hot Shots Creativity Club, director John Wilpers said it was finally time to invite boys to join the fun and learning. After almost 30 years and 5,000 girl graduates, Hot Shots is now open to boys ages 2-7. 
 
For years, parents of young boys have been asking for a Hot Shots program for boys. They heard about the program’s dedication to building tots’ and pre-K girls’ self-esteem, athletic skills, love of reading, parental bonds, and public speaking skills, and they wanted it for their sons. 
 
All the classes feature 100 percent parent participation, a weekly story time, five books to take home every Sunday, and public speaking (kids introducing themselves) — all aimed at learning, having fun, and building each child’s parental bonds, love of reading, and self-esteem. 
 
The Creativity Club will run for 10 Sundays, from January 21 through March 24, 2024 (including both weekends of the February vacation week) at the Boys & Girls Club at 37 Proprietors Drive in Marshfield. 
 
Each Sunday has a theme: 
 
Jan. 21: Polar bear sculpting 
Jan. 28: Acro-Dance 
Feb. 4: Ballet 
Feb. 11: Hip-Hop 
Feb. 18: Making music with shakers, scarves and snuggle dust 
Feb. 25: Painting kitty portraits with rhinestone collars 
Mar. 3: Drumming 
Mar. 10: Irish Step Dancing 
Mar. 17: A kiddy orchestra 
Mar. 24: Graduation 

There are three sessions each Sunday: 9, 10 and 11 AM. Each session is open to all ages. 

All children ages 2-7 from any town on the South Shore may enroll.  

Registration is at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield website (bgcmarshfield.org).  More information can be obtained by emailing Wilpers at john@bgcmarshfield.org or texting/calling him at 617-688-0137. 
 
About the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield 
The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield’s mission is to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders. The Club provides programming opportunities in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s (BGCA) five core areas including leadership, education, health, arts, and fitness.  The Club serves families with children ranging in age from 5 to 18 years old, and provides critical services the community needs to support children and families over the short- and long-term. For more information, visit their website www.bgcmarshfield.org or call 781-834-2582. 

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Honoria DaSilva Kilgore, Personal College Counseling, Inc.

Go to the head of the class. Everything you need to know about college admissions but were too overwhelmed to ask.

What is the most expensive decision you’ll ever make? The most critical decision for your life trajectory?

College!

Our guest for this segment is Attorney Honoria DaSilva-Kilgore. She founded Personal College Counseling on the belief that a college education is one of the most important tools that can be utilized for success and that all college-bound students deserve to get good advice about where they should consider going and how to get there, to have the best shot at achieving their dreams.

Personal College Counseling looks at schools all over the U.S. Attorney Honoria DaSilva-Kilgore has personally visited over 40 universities throughout the U.S. She manages all important deadlines for testing, applications and forms. Personal College Counseling targets which universities offer the best possible merit-based scholarships and financial aid for each student.

To contact Honoria, call 508-622-5850. For further information, visit:

Website – https://www.personalcollegecounseling.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/personal_college_counseling/

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/personal-college-counseling-inc/

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Emerson Bearing Boston offers Industry Solutions for Plastics Processing. Comprehensive Guides Available

BOSTON, MA… Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, supports the needs of the plastics processing industry with comprehensive guides providing industry solutions.   
 
Plastic processing is required to convert raw materials into finished products. In the plastic processing industry, the primary techniques are extruding and injection molding.  
 
“Plastic components are used in consumer product and medical device industries as well as other industries and the demand for these components continues to increase,” explained Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing. “To keep up with demand, plastic manufacturers often look to improve output and productivity while maintaining high quality. Utilizing the correct bearings and parts in plastics processing is key.” 
 
Common bearings that are used in plastic processing for the extrusion or molding industry include Rod Ends, Cam Followers, Mounted Units, Roller Bearings and Thrust Ball Bearings. 
Injection molding machines use Ball Screws, Thrust Ball Bearings and Linear Bearings. 
 
Emerson Bearing offers the following complimentary guides for the plastics processing industry: 
 
– Cam Follower Interchange Table 
– IKO Cam Followers Guide 
– IGUS Product Overview 
– Thermoplastic Units Guide 
  
Emerson Bearing’s complimentary Industry Solutions Plastics Processing guides may be downloaded from their Resources Library on their website, emersonbearing.com/resources-library/bearing-basics/ 
 
Inventory Matters 
With over four million bearings in stock at multiple price points, Emerson Bearing has the largest inventory of bearings on the East Coast under one roof in their 30,000 square foot warehouse. The company serves 16 major markets and their team of experts can assist with bearings and related products for specific industrial and manufacturing applications.  
 
About Emerson Bearing  
For more than six decades, Emerson Bearing offer customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings – ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing Boston has become a leading provider of bearings in the U.S., and its sister company Action Bearing, which serves the New England market, maintains headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit EmersonBearing.com and ActionBearing.com in the New England market or call 800-225-4587. 

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Employees at OCES Launch “Gift Wreath” Program to Support Seniors in Need 

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… ‘Tis the season of giving and staff members at Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) aim to make the holidays a bit brighter for seniors most in need. The team presented holiday gifts to 60 senior consumers in OCES’ service area. OCES is a non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout Plymouth County and surrounding towns. 
 
Gifts and Grocery Store Gift Cards 
OCES employees are dedicated to giving back to communities in need. OCES’ Protective Services department staff kicked off the holiday season with a “Gift Wreath” program for consumers in need who may not otherwise receive a gift this year. 

The Gift Wreaths, which were decorated with holiday tags listing consumers’ first names and requested gift items (such as slippers, hat/gloves, pajamas, etc.), were hung at both OCES offices. OCES employees selected tags from the wreaths, then purchased and wrapped their gifts. In honor of its 50th anniversary, OCES attached a $50.00 grocery store gift card to each present..  
 
“We launched the Gift Wreath program with the hope of making the holidays a bit brighter for our consumers in need,” said Teresa M. Kourtz, LSW, MSG, Protective Services Director. “For the past few years, Protective Services and OCES have helped those most in need during the holidays in many ways. Last year we donated canned goods. In prior years, our outreach initiatives have included ‘Caring Cards’; donated socks for those experiencing homelessness; donated personal care items for veterans; donated to the Ronald McDonald House and more.” 
 
OCES takes pride in giving back to the communities it serves, not only during the holidays but throughout the year by partnering with community organizations in Plymouth County and surrounding areas. OCES encourages and supports employee outreach through volunteering, donating or community service. 
 
50 Years of Care and Collaboration 
Join in celebrating OCES’ 50th anniversary by helping to make a difference with a donation to the 50 for 50 campaign in support of OCES’ Behavioral Health and Wellness program.  
 
To make a donation online, visit www.ocesma.org and click on the Donate button.  Donations may also be made by check or money order and mailed to OCES, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.  
 
OCES is recognized as a tax-exempt charitable corporation under section 501c3 of the IRS tax code. 
 
About OCES 
Celebrating 50 Years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Media, OCES is a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org. 

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David Tomolillo, Solar Slate

Slate can be Great for Solar

There is a misconception that solar panels can NOT be installed on a slate roof. A new tool and process changes that dynamic and opens up the power of the sun to consumers. What is this new process?

Our guest David Tomolillo has been a tradesman for three decades. He saw an opportunity and a need. He has disrupted the solar installation industry.

Slate roof homeowners had been denied the benefits of solar. Tomolillo (“T” known by his friends) came up with a tool and process as a solution. He spent the last four years developing, testing, manufacturing and patenting this revolutionary new product for mounting solar panels on slate roofs. What has his journey been like? You don’t need a ladder or a tool belt. Click, listen and lighten up.

For more information, call 781-870-7570 or visit their website at https://www.solarslatesolutions.com/.

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Solar Slate Solutions Announces New Training Program for Solar Installers

BILLERICA, MA… Solar Slate Solutions, based in Billerica, MA and serving installers of solar panels including solar companies, roofers and general contractors throughout the United States, has announced a new Training Program.

Solar Slate Solutions is the home of the patented Solar Slate Plate, a revolutionary product that allows solar panels to be attached without compromising the beauty and integrity of a slate roof. 

David Tomolillo, Solar Slate’s president and owner

Geared to installers of solar panels, the Training Program is led by David Tomolillo, Solar Slate’s president and owner, who trains installation teams on-site, in real-time on a slate roof in one day. Tomolillo provides training to residential and commercial installation teams across the U.S.

There is also a “Do It Yourself” option where Solar Slate Solutions provides the training video and product. Solar panel installers, including solar companies, roofers and general contractors, may purchase the video and components directly from Solar Slate Solutions to complete the installation themselves.

“Our Solar Slate Plate is an innovative solution that enables seamless solar panel installation on slate roofs. Our product installs quickly and flawlessly; it doesn’t require slate removal and it’s affordable,” said Tomolillo. “In one day, Solar Slate Solutions can train an entire team on-site in the installation of solar panels on slate roof.”

Quick & Efficient Installation
Solar Slate Plate’s patented design allows for a quicker, more efficient installation, reducing the usual time and labor costs and increasing a solar installer/solar company’s margins. Solar Slate has already been adopted by a number of solar installation companies.

Tomolillo spent the last four years developing, testing, manufacturing and patenting this revolutionary new product for mounting solar panels on slate roofs. Solar Slate Plate also works on synthetic slate, stone, French tile or flat stone, as well as on wood cedar roofing.

Prior to Solar Slate, the installation of solar panels on a slate roof required the actual removal of slates. With this innovative solution, that is no longer the case. Solar Slate Plate takes minutes to install and uses a patented spacer technology to ensure no slates are damaged during the installation process or beyond.  

Solar Slate Plate Kit
The innovative Solar Slate Kit includes everything needed to install 20 mounts. It includes:
20 x Solar Slate Plate Flashing; 20 x Adjustable Spacers; 20 x 5.5” Stainless Lag Bolts and 20 x Stainless / butyl washers. Solar Slate will also recommend the appropriate sealant options.

Solar Slate Solutions caters to suppliers and installers of solar panels, including solar companies, roofers, electricians and general contractors, in commercial or residential installation projects. 

Solar Slate Solutions, LLC, a division of Hallmark Homes Associates, is owned and operated by David Tomolillo. Solar Slate Solutions is headquartered in Billerica, MA. 

For more information visit www.solarslatesolutions.com. To arrange a training session, contact David Tomolillo at 781-870-7570 or email info@solarslatesolutions.com

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