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SelecTech’sStaticStop division goes global; partners with German Distributor Wolfgang Wambier to sell FreeStyle ESD products in European market

AVON, MA…

SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products from recycled materials, recently announced Wolfgang Wambier as its European distributor for its StaticStop, static control flooring division. Wambier will market SelecTech’s FreeStyle ESD products under the EcoStat brand.

“This is a major international expansion as Wolfgang has made commitments both in resources and in inventory,” said Thomas Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Incorporated. “We are excited to partner with Warmbier, the European leader in static control products, to bring our products to the European market. This makes StaticStop the only full-line static control flooring company with an international presence. We are also proud that Warmbier has approved our product for inclusion in their line after a significant, in-depth testing and review.”

FreeStyle ESD flooring products employ a breakthrough interlocking technology that dramatically reduces installation times, completely bypassing the need for adhesives and floor prep to install or replace flooring. Because machinery does not have to be completely moved or removed for installation, downtime for businesses can be minimized or even eliminated altogether.

“On average, it can cost a business $1 per square foot per day if you have to shut down to install or replace flooring. That expense can be a staggering cost for a business open for a normal eight- to 10-hour work day, never mind one that has three shifts,” said Ricciardelli. “Beyond the reduction of down time, we feel the other benefits of our static-control FreeStyle ESD products will be very attractive to European businesses.”

Freestyle ESD products are made using recycled material and are 100 percent recyclable. These materials create a static-controlled environment that’s perfect for industries that significantly utilize electronics and sensitive data like electronics manufacturing, communications, aerospace, biotech, healthcare industries, and other high-tech industries.

To learn more about SelecTech products, including the FreeStyle and FreeStyle ESD flooring products, visit http://www.selectechinc.com.

About SelecTech, Inc.

SelecTech, Inc. was founded in 1993 with the mission of creating valuable products from scrap plastics. The company has become a leader in the manufacture of flooring products from recycled materials and uses one million pounds of recycled materials annually. Their products are made with up to 100 percent recycled content, are 100 percent recyclable and installed without adhesives making them some of the “greenest” and most cost-effective flooring products available. The unique interlock system on SelecTech’s flooring products enable them to be installed at a much lower cost, without a lot of costly downtime, which provides significant value to customers.

Using state-of-the-art technology and innovative product design, SelecTech created the top performing Place N’ Go residential flooring products, which are available at Home Depot. They are also the creators of the renowned commercial and industrial FreeStyle, FreeStyle ESD and StaticStop ESD flooring lines.

SelecTech is a vendor partner of Health Care Institute, an International Facility Management Association (IFMA) alliance partner. The company is headquartered at 33 Wales Avenue, Suite F in Avon, MA. For more information about SelecTech, visit http://www.selectechinc.com.

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Watch your mouth! The Toothboss adds valuable procedures to hygiene services

The Toothboss, Dr. Richard Wolfert, now uses disclosing solution for exams to show patients the spots where their brushing is missing.

SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA…

One of the biggest challenges dentists and hygienists face with patients is not only getting them to brush but addressing the problem areas that normal brushing might not take care of. Utilizing a disclosing solution and a camera, Dr. Richard Wolfert, a South Weymouth dentist who goes by the moniker of The Toothboss, has now made it possible for patients to see those trouble spots so they can adjust brushing accordingly.

How it works is simple. The disclosing solution, when applied to the patient’s mouth, adheres to areas of plaque build-up. When the dentist or hygienist examines their teeth, those notable areas are identified with a pink marker. The dentist or hygienist can then show the patient the trouble areas.

“One of the biggest frustrations for patients is brushing and still getting bleeding gums and the occasional cavity. With the disclosing solution, we can see the areas of concern and show them how to brush more effectively,” said Dr. Wolfert, whose practice is located at 1121 Main Street in South Weymouth. “The disclosing solution is just one of several new services we have added to our recare appointments with the hygienist.”

In addition to use of disclosing solution to determine trouble spots, The Toothboss has added a more complete charting of the gum pockets that surround the teeth, a review of the patient’s health history, a blood pressure screening, and other procedures to complement the normal services his hygienists provide.

“Saliva washes away plaque. If you are on a medication that gives you dry mouth, that means that plaque is not being washed away and potentially doing damage to your teeth and or gums,” said Wolfert. “By making a health history review part of our recare services, we can address the side effects of medication so it doesn’t harm your teeth.”

Dr. Wolfert’s practice is located at 1121 Main Street in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, and accepts most insurance plans. They also accept payment from most PPO and indemnity plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental.

For more information on The Toothboss, visit Dr. Wolfert’s website at www.toothboss.com or call 781-335-0604 to schedule a consultation.

About The Toothboss

The Toothboss offers: comprehensive examinations (written treatment and treatment plan provided); cosmetics; crowns, bridges and tooth-colored restorations; partial and full dentures; periodontics (early cases treated); oral surgery; restoration of conventional and small diameter implants; and emergency services (24-hour emergency phone number available).

The Toothboss accepts most insurance plans. They also accept payment from most PPO and indemnity plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental. They also accept all major credit cards and have arranged payment plans through CareCredit.

To schedule an initial consultation, please call 781-335-0604. For more information, visit www.toothboss.com.

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Scratching more than the surface. Emerson Bearing now serving the mining industry

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

Emerson Bearing a Boston based bearing company catering to OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) markets throughout the world now supplies bearings and related products to the Mining industry.

“The mining industry combines the challenges of harsh environments, extremely high load capacities and the need to operate where downtime is not an option. These are bearing intensive operations whether it be for a bucket wheel, tunnel borer, vibrating screen, conveyor bearings or transmission bearings for off road dump trucks,” said Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing, Inc. “Action Bearing products can be real difference makers for mining companies looking to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.”

Adds Katz, “We recommend split spherical or cylindrical roller bearings which cut down on maintenance costs and dramatically reduce downtime. These are especially effective in difficult to access locations. For articulation/swivel joints we now recommend a combination of a high-load capacity four-point bearings used with a maintenance free spherical plain.”

Emerson Bearing Marketing Specialist Bill Zylicz is responsible for the Mining Industry division. He can be reached by e-mail at bzylicz@actionbearing.com or by calling 1.866.995.8762.

In a proud tradition, the same families that started the company in 1957 keep Emerson Bearing rolling by specializing in bearings for OEM and MRO markets throughout the world. Emerson Bearing’s highly knowledgeable staff, operating from their 23,000 square foot facility, provides bearings ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants.

Emerson Bearing provides solutions to a variety of industries including: aggregate, concrete, mining, machine tools, electric motor repair, marine, material handling, metal processing, packaging, food processing, paper converting, printing, wind/power generation, recreation, heavy construction, robotics, automation, transportation, wood products, wastewater treatment, pump, compressor and oil field.

Emerson Bearing offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff dedicated to delivering; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing has become the leading provider of bearings to OEM and MRO markets in the U.S.   They are the sister company of  Emerson Bearing and maintain headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, contact 617-782-1400 or toll free, 800-225-4587, email info@emersonbearing.com or visit http://www.emersonbearing.com.

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New additions bolster Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.’s South Shore office in Kingston, MA

Brockton resident Stephanie Amate, RN recently joined Nonotuck Resource Associates’ South Shore office in Kingston, MA.
Brockton resident Stephanie Amate, RN recently joined Nonotuck Resource Associates’ South Shore office in Kingston, MA.

KINGSTON, MA and FLORENCE, MA…

For more than 40 years Nonotuck Resource Associates has helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by offering the personalized service of shared living and Adult Family Care. To meet the ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based services, Nonotuck has added additional members to its South Shore office, located at 63 Smith’s Lane in Kingston, Massachusetts.

Adult Family Care Manager Dawn DeCoste joined Nonotuck in August after working as program director for many years in such agencies as the Mental Health Association of Greater Lowell, the Worcester Youth Guidance Center and Work Incorporated in Quincy. Currently residing in Plymouth, she holds a master’s degree in education from Johnson State College in Johnson, Vermont.

Stephanie Amate, RN  comes to Nonotuck after years of working at New England Sinai Hospital in Stoughton and at South Shore Mental Health in Quincy. A Brockton resident, she received her nursing degree from Laboure College in Boston and is currently enrolled there in the bachelor of science in nursing program.

“The families who hire us to help in the care of their loved ones put a high level of faith in the people we hire. We do not take that lightly and bring on only the best people to care for our clients,” said George Fleischner, executive director of Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. “Dawn and Stephanie reflect the high standards we have here at Nonotuck and we are grateful to have them to serve families on the South Shore.”

Nonotuck offers Shared Living, Adult Family Care and Day Services for families who choose to care for their loved ones suffering with Alzheimer’s, autism, brain injuries, cancer, muscular dystrophy and other intellectual and physical disabilities at home. Based in Florence, Nonotuck has offices in Central and Western Massachusetts as well as on Boston’s South Shore and on Cape Cod. An office in the Boston area will open later in 2013.

For complete information on Nonotuck Resource Associates, including office locations, you can visit www.nonotuck.com or call Nonotuck’s main office at 413-586-5266 x104.

Caregiving with Love –  Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1972 by a group of parents who had the courage and foresight to seek community care for their loved ones, Nonotuck has since helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by providing the personalized service of Shared Living and Adult Family Care.  Each day Nonotuck addresses the ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based, in home services with love and care.  If you are interested in finding out more about this unique service and our locations please visit www.nonotuck.com or call 413-586-5256 x 104.

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Viamark Advertising, an ad agency franchise company, brings big agency creative and boutique agency service to local and regional clients

PLYMOUTH, MA…

When Viamark Advertising announced its new franchise offering earlier this year, it drew the attention of industry media giant Ad Age magazine, which touted Viamark as having a unique agency model that clearly filled a niche in the advertising agency industry. While the article was a milestone for the long-time industry veterans who founded Viamark, Glenn Anderson and Mark Storie, it did not go their heads.  In fact, the exposure has made the two increase their focus on helping advertising professionals across the U.S. realize the dream of owning their own advertising agency.

“We’re looking to get the word out to advertising professionals all over New England and beyond that the goal of owning their own agency is within reach. That takes a consistent effort utilizing a number of different vehicles,” said Anderson, noting that Viamark Advertising recently joined the International Franchise Association (IFA) and the New England Franchise Association (NEFA).

Utilizing their experience in marketing and media sales management, Anderson and Storie developed a unique business model that enables franchisees to get up and operational quickly.  Viamark provides the resources to help franchisees offer media buying, creative services, ad production, and digital services to each of their clients.

“If you are running a one- or two-person shop, it can be challenging to offer all the advertising services clients need today” said Anderson. “We offer these resources, plus a proven formula for winning new clients and growing a business.”

Viamark currently has 12 franchised offices in four states. The company’s headquarters are in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Anderson, a native of Norwell, Massachusetts, who began his advertising career in Braintree and Springfield, Massachusetts said: “Being located in Plymouth puts us in the middle of two important New England media markets, Boston and Providence.  We’ve had good success in the southeast and Philadelphia. Now that we’ve relocated our franchise operations to Massachusetts, my primary focus is opening new offices right here in New England.  Viamark clients receive the personal attention of a one- or two-person shop but get the creative and resources of an agency you’d find based in Boston or another major market. And that’s what’s very appealing to potential franchisees.”

“This is different from most other franchise opportunities in that you do have to have experience and knowledge of the advertising industry,” said Storie. “For the right individual who has that background and client relationships, however, we can provide the resources so they can avoid the pitfalls that a startup might face and allow them to build a book of business quickly. Together, we can bring success to our clients and our businesses faster than either of us can alone.  It’s a mutually beneficial partnership.  It just makes sense.”

With 12 offices in four states, Viamark handles more than 150 local and regional accounts from South Carolina to Massachusetts, in addition to national clients throughout the U.S. Viamark specializes in strategic media buying and creative services, including radio, television, print, outdoor and digital advertising.

Some of Viamark’s core industries include automotive, healthcare, pharmaceutical, education, restaurant, retail and real estate.

To learn more about Viamark, visit www.viamarkfranchise.com  and www.viamark.com.

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Maplewood Estates residents celebrate first block party.

Maplewood Estates, located in Rockland, Mass., hosts its first block party for residents
Maplewood Estates, located in Rockland, Mass., hosts its first block party for residents

ROCKLAND, MASSACHUSETTS

While it might not rank up there with a day at the beach or pool, the neighborhood block party is one of the telltale signs of summer. For the residents of Maplewood Estates, a new subdivision located in Rockland, Mass., they experienced this rite of summer passage recently at the first annual Maplewood Estates Neighborhood Block party on August 24.

Many residents showed up for a barbecue, which featured food and refreshments. In addition to residents, representatives from Stonebridge, the builder of Maplewood Estates, and the Maplewood Homeowners Association were also in attendance.

“We have built more than 15 new homes at Maplewood Estates this year and it was nice to see so many of these new residents at the block party,” said Rami Itani, business manager for Stonebridge Homes, which is based in Easton, Mass. “When you build a home for somebody, it’s more than just a business transaction. You really do develop a relationship. It was nice to not only socialize with residents who have become friends, but to see new neighbors meeting other new neighbors.”

Located off Webster Street in Rockland, Maplewood Estates offers a rural wooded setting with easy access to major highways and is situated fairly close to Rockland’s brand new middle school and renovated high school. Set on 30 acres of natural wooded land, Maplewood Estates is zoned for 72 homes (there are presently 32 available home sites to build on). Featuring quality construction and luxurious amenities, Maplewood Estates offers 12 floor plans to meet buyers’ needs.

Prices for homes at Maplewood Estates start at $396,000 and model homes are available for tours, Monday through Friday, by appointment. Maplewood Estates hosts open houses on Saturdays and Sundays, 1pm to 4pm. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Norwell is the official realtor for Maplewood Estates. You can schedule a tour or request more information by contacting Nancy Kleber at 781-659-7955 or Nancy.Kleber@NEMoves.com.

Interested parties can also get more information, including plans, by visitingwww.newhomesatmaplewood.com.

About Stonebridge Homes, Inc.:

For more than 20 years, Stonebridge Homes and its team, now based in South Easton, Massachusetts, have built many residential communities throughout the northeastern United States, including Maplewood Estates (www.newhomesatmaplewood.com) in Rockland, Mass. and The Gables Condominiums (www.thegables.net) in Abington, Mass. More recently, Stonebridge Homes has been focusing on building and managing construction in towns of southeastern Massachusetts, including Abington, Easton, Raynham, Taunton, Franklin, West Bridgewater, Pembroke, Rockland, Westport , Whitman and Norwell. The styles of these communities have varied from imaginative condominiums to custom single‐family homes designed by its award‐winning in‐house architect, whose specialty is customizing dream homes for individuals, couples and families. Each development is built with the same commitment for quality and satisfaction.

For more information, please visit www.stonebridgehomesinc.com or call or call 508.230.2300.

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Non-Profit Organization Working to Restore Families is Seeking Proud Supporters to Sponsor Exclusive Building, “The Family Life Center”

SAFFT has launched its Fall Corporate Building Campaign to give local businesses the opportunity to help families in crisis by sponsoring the new Family Life Center building.

Atlanta and Cumming, GA

September 10th, 2013 – Supporting Adoption & Foster Families Together (SAFFT) is excited to announce new partnership opportunities for Corporate Business Sponsors, as the non-profit unveils its groundbreaking building, The Family Life Center, located in Cumming, GA this Fall. SAFFT’s newly renovated, state-of-the-art Family Life Center will provide natural families, temporary foster caregivers, and adoptive families a place for restoration, healing, and support. Generous businesses in the area currently have a unique opportunity to innovate alongside SAFFT by sponsoring a room in the new Family Life Center.

This unique building is a rare jewel coming to Forsyth County, providing a revolutionary solution to mend families and boost economic growth. In partnership with the CJCC and the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) federal program, SAFFT will begin operating The Family Life Center, one of the very few centers of its kind in the state of Georgia. The Family Life Center expands SAFFT’s current visitation and community center from 2,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet and facilitates new programs that go beyond social services. “We are in lock step with the key social services partners including DFCS, CASA, and the courts to help these families step out of their situation and rebuild their life. This ensures a chance for generational change,” states Ashley Anderson, Executive Director of SAFFT.

This one-of-a-kind facility will feature a unique brick wall display, welcoming visitation rooms, and an engaging grand room available for corporate sponsors at respective levels. With integral support from local business operations, The Family Life Center can provide services such as a supervised visitation center for court ordered visitations, support for domestic violence cases to allow for safe child visitations and custody exchanges, parenting classes, Christian mentoring, a foster and adoptive support network, a resource closet, and child scholarships. “The Family Life Center is one major step towards helping heal families and provides a single place for restorations,” says Mrs. Anderson.

“Families in crisis are part of a generational cycle passed down to children, causing decades of child abuse, substance abuse, homelessness, and severe poverty. In partnership with the community and other organizations, SAFFT is aiming to cover the family with incredible support to restore them for generational change,” Mrs. Anderson illustrates.

SAFFT’s Family Life Center in Forsyth County will open in the Fall of 2013, immediately followed by a new Dawson County Visitation Center. SAFFT will conduct two separate ribbon cutting ceremonies which will include community open house activities.

Business corporations seeking interest in a partnership with SAFFT’s Family Life Center can visit http://safft.org/support-us/fall-campaign-2013 for more information.

About SAFFT

SAFFT, is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving, supporting, and empowering foster and adoptive children, their caregivers, and the entire family in crisis through a Christ-centered supportive network. Through years of working with hundreds of children and families, SAFFT discovered that families in crisis are part of a generational cycle passed down to children causing decades of family abuse, addiction, child neglect, homelessness, unemployment, and severe poverty. Since early 2009, SAFFT has successfully developed and implemented multiple programs of support at the ground level in Forsyth County Georgia and supports neighboring counties including Cherokee, Dawson, Hall, Gwinnett, and Fulton. The SAFFT model includes a supervised visitation center, scholarship programs for foster & adopted children, a resource closet, foster and adoptive gatherings including ongoing parent night out events, a domestic violence visitation & exchange program for victims, parenting classes, and a Christian mentoring program. SAFFT’s leadership strongly believes change begins with the entire community including the families in crisis, the children in foster and adoptive care, caregivers supporting the children, and organizations charged with protecting and serving the children and families.

To learn more about SAFFT and its Fall Corporate Building Campaign, visit http://safft.org/.

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Wareham Crossing to Hold Blood Drive on September 14th

Wareham Crossing, the destination shopping area located at 2421 Cranberry Highway, Route 28 in Wareham, will sponsor a blood drive through the American Red Cross on Saturday, September 14, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The blood drive will be held in Unit #426, which is located next to Bath & Body Works. All presenting donors will receive a goody bag with coupons and a gift card for a store at Wareham Crossing.

To schedule an appointment at the Wareham Crossing blood drive, please call 1-800 REDCROSS (733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org.

According to Jonathan DeCoste of the American Red Cross, “By hosting a blood drive through the American Red Cross, Wareham Crossing is playing an important role in sustaining the blood supply. On behalf of the American Red Cross, we thank Wareham Crossing and the community for your support.”

“We feel very strongly about supporting the many hospital patients in need. In addition to sponsoring the blood drive, many of our staff will also be donating blood. We kindly ask the community to consider making a blood donation at our drive on September 14th,” said Niamh O’Maille, Field Marketing Manager at WS Development – Wareham Crossing.

About Wareham Crossing

Owned and operated by WS Development, Wareham Crossing offers a vibrant blend of retailers and restaurants in an open-air, pedestrian-friendly environment featuring wide sidewalks with benches, detailed landscaping, and a signature lighthouse reproduction. Wareham Crossing is a 675,000 square foot shopping destination that offers more than 35 thoughtfully placed stores and restaurants including JCPenney, LLBean, Loft, DSW, Longhorn Steakhouse, Qdoba Mexican Grill and more.

Wareham Crossing is located at 2421 Cranberry Highway, Route 28 in Wareham. For directions or more information, visit http://www.warehamcrossing.com or contact 781-749-7800.

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Rodman & Rodman Kicks Off New LinkedIn® Group to Aid Cleantech Entrepreneurs with Energy Accounting

Rodman & Rodman CPAs “Green Team” has announced that it has started a new LinkedIn® Group, entitled “Green Energy Accounting & Tax Strategies.”

The new LinkedIn group is intended to provide small to midsize renewable energy and cleantech (e.g. solar, wind, biogas, biomass, geothermal, energy efficiency) companies and entrepreneurs with a networking forum for discussions and guidance on relevant tax issues, best accounting practices, QuickBooks and other accounting software tips, and company/partnership financial structuring to optimize success and achieve financial goals.

“The survival of many green energy and cleantech companies can depend on understanding new and proposed energy tax laws, subsidies and grants,” said Steve Rodman, president of CPA firm Rodman & Rodman, P.C. “A green energy company has to be structured properly to take advantage of the optimal allocations of income and deductions. Even something as simple as setting up an entity’s accounting systems can be crucial to qualify for financing or for investment tax credits against future income.”

The Rodman & Rodman “Green Team” is a specialty accounting practice dedicated to providing alternative energy producers, and other businesses that pursue energy efficiency initiatives, with expert counsel and services in green energy tax accounting and business strategy. The team consists of experienced CPAs who are domain experts in alternative energy accounting and finances.

“We invite green energy and cleantech stakeholders to join the group and participate in productive discussions that will contribute to the success this growing industry,” said Rodman.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.

Founded in 1961 and listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms,” Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies. The Rodman & Rodman “Green Team” is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C. that serves “green” clients throughout the U.S. The company is Green Business Certified and has been named by “Accounting Today” as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in 2010, 2011, and 2012. For more information, email info@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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