Press Releases

Ossining, NY (PRWEB) June 20, 2013

Eco-Bags, ECOBAGS Brand, a small business, along with larger companies such as Method, Patagonia and Seventh Generation, is being recognized by B Corporation for “Best for the Environment." Eco-Bags is in the top 10% of more than 8000 B Corporations, with the most overall positive environmental impact score. The non profit B Lab is recognizing 63 companies across 30 industries and 11 countries with the release of the ‘B Corp Best for the Environment List’, a second installment in its ‘B Corp Best for the World’ series.

ECOBAGS® brand is known as the pioneer brand in the Reusable Bag industry, having kick-started the “reusable bag movement,” in 1989. With so many municipalities looking to reduce or ban plastic bags, reusable bags are now moving into mainstream consciousness. And, with the recent reports of factory atrocities in Bangladesh, the public wants to see and understand how products are produced. What B Corporation does is certify, recognize and bring to attention companies who can be socially and environmentally responsible business partners.

It is important to recognize those companies that use social responsibility as more than a buzz word, those that actually act on their promises and strive to make this world a more habitable place, focusing on sustainable business practices. ECOBAGS® brand makes good on their promise of, “cleaning up the planet, one bag at a time,™" by manufacturing reusable bags made of natural, renewable fibers and by practicing social responsibility and ethical production throughout their supply chain. B Corp awards educate those consumers who wish to shop responsibly how to do so. Because, without a third party reviewing - and rewarding those companies who excel – how is the consumer to tell between the real thing and a farce?

The ‘B Corp Best for the Environment List’ honors businesses that earned an overall score in the top 10% of all Certified B Corporations for their positive environmental impact, as measured by the B Impact Assessment, a comprehensive assessment used by more than 8,000 businesses to measure their impact on workers, community, and the environment. The analysis done includes metrics regarding each companies overall environmental impact, such as their products, services, and practices. This includes an examination of materials used, waste, water, and the energy input/outputs of each company; including their offices, plants, land, suppliers, and modes of transportation.

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(PRWEB) June 20, 2013

With globetrotting becoming a regular thing moving internationally to a different country has become normal for many high profile professionals. Now, the tension which comes with it can be handled easily with the help of US-Moving.com, their online database and connections with professional movers all over the world.

Packing is one of the most important things when planning an international move. Carrying delicate items abroad is quite risky, but the international moving companies listed on the website have skilled and professional staff that has experience and knowledge to pack the items and glassware so they reach the new destination safely.

In addition to careless packing which can lead to huge losses on the part of the customers, the movers also ensure the proper measures are taken for loading and unloading. They make use of special equipment for loading bulky items like the closet or the piano so that the products remain undamaged even after reaching their international destination. In addition, professional international movers will ensure that all the documents and papers are in place when your stuff is being moved to another country or continent.

The proper type of boxes and packing material are used by the expert packers who understand the importance of even the smallest of items. In addition, these prescreened companies are licensed and insured, offering further protection when making such a move.

As always, US-Moving.com continues to list all types of moving service companies. They are available to offer no cost moving estimates to customers who have completed a simple online form with details about the services they are seeking. http://www.US-Moving.com lists full and self service movers, companies which can offer storage options,truck rental and auto transport services. There are also options to obtain a quote from art and antique moving companies, as well as boxes and packing supply companies.

Customers can opt for different moving services by going through the information provided online, or requesting an online quote via the information form. In addition, the international movers listed on US-Moving.com have warehouses located in major cities of the world with ideal storage conditions, should the need arise for this.

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(PRWEB UK) 20 June 2013

World Travel Globe, an interactive iPhone app, announces the lucky winner of its sweepstakes. The winner, hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland, entered in the sweepstakes simply by “Liking” World Travel Globe’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/World.Travel.Globe.

World Travel Globe is an app that allows both business travelers and vacationers to funnel information from multiple websites onto one platform. Users can research foreign cities with one click, as the app pulls up information like the country and city population, language, currency used, exchange rate, time differences, visa requirements, metro stations and public transportation systems, and more.

“I would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to World Travel Globe for my new iPhone 5,” said the winner, Morag. “I will surely be promoting your app, and I will also make sure all my family and friends do so too. I love Apple technology and this will be a wonderful addition to my Apple products.”

The app also allows travelers on-the-go to book hotels and flights, and pictures galleries of restaurants, maps, and more. Contingent upon the location picked, the What’s Hot feature can also pull up ongoing current events and festivals like carnivals, sporting competitions, and more.

“I wanted to thank my fans for their support, which is why I initiated a sweepstakes,” said World Travel Globe creator Marcus Crellin. “We are beyond excited to officially launch the app this summer.”

About World Travel Globe
World Travel Globe is an iPhone application that assists with the planning of trips. Spin the globe and hit anywhere in the world to discover new places and adventures for travel destinations, including ongoing events like festivals, major sporting events, carnivals, and more. World Travel Globe will pull up the necessary information from all over the web to help plan a trip from the convenience of your phone, supplying the user with related regional information, weather forecasts, currency and exchange rates, time differences, and visa requirements.

To see what World Travel Globe can do for you, visit http://www.worldtravelglobe.com.

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) June 20, 2013

With the release date fast approaching of their debut single, a cover of Sonique's 1998 hit “It Feels So Good,” (We Are) Nexus' producer and composer Nick Gunn is striving to take the trance music world by storm with his unique combination of world music knowledge and modern trance stylings. But just who is Nick Gunn?

Having studied at Great Britain's prestigious Royal Music Academy for flute as a child, Gunn has been involved in music since his beginning. It was after his move to Los Angeles through his junior high and high school years playing in his schools' wind ensembles and percussion lines that he started to develop his distinctive musical approach.

Between finishing school and forming (We Are) Nexus, Gunn enjoyed a long and successful career as a world music artist under the name Nicholas Gunn.

When deciding to make his first album, he knew he had to learn how to produce and engineer. “I used to drop in at Westlake Studios completely unannounced and look over the producers’ and engineers’ shoulders. They were probably wondering who the hell this kid was, but most were amazing and let me sit in and learn.”

In 1992, he self-released his debut solo album “Afternoon in Sedona.” Re-released in 1993 on record label Real Music, “Afternoon in Sedona” became an instant best seller at national retail chains such as The Nature Company and Natural Wonders.

Gunn later went on to record and produce a total of fourteen albums over the next twenty years, becoming a platinum selling artist twice and charting for fifty-five consecutive weeks on the Billboard New Age charts with his albums “The Sacred Fire,” “The Music of the Grand Canyon,” and “Thirty-One Nights.”

After the release of his fifth album, Gunn decided to expand his portfolio and started his own label, Gemini Sun Records, which was distributed exclusively by Warner Music Group/ADA, and represented over 75 like minded world music artists.

So why the switch to EDM? “Where do you go after releasing 14 albums in world music?” questions Gunn. “I have always been a huge fan of EDM and I got to the point in my career where I wanted to jump in without wasting any more time. The music Nexus is making is like an amped up version of my past career, just way cooler!”

Alongside Gunn's inspired production, vocalist and collaborator Carmen Rainier helps drive (We Are) Nexus' point home with her delivery of smart, stimulating, and provocative vocals, enticing trance fans worldwide.

“Carmen is as smart as she sounds,” says Gunn. “Aside from the lyrics and vocals, she runs the entire business end of what we do, including overseeing the publishing and licensing of my previously published works.”

With Gunn and Rainier at the helm of (We Are) Nexus, the trance world can expect to look out for great things. “I believe (We Are) Nexus offers our listeners well crafted pieces with plenty of musicality. It's great to infuse my past in world music with today's EDM sound!” says Gunn.

(We Are) Nexus' debut EP featuring their cover of Sonique's 1998 trance hit “It Feels So Good” and its accompanying remixes will be available through Shotgunn Productions on August 6th, 2013 from all major digital and on-line stores wherever music is sold.

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Long Island, NY (PRWEB) June 20, 2013

National Coatings Inc., distributors of the popular surface sealant The Surface Master, has recently published updated and detailed guidelines for the use of its product.

“Our goal is to make sure that consumers enjoy the best possible results with our fine line of surface sealants,” says company spokesman Paul Webb. “We therefore want them to know beforehand how best to tackle specific types of projects.”

The firm’s website notes that The Surface Master™ is environmentally safe, durable, resistant to chemicals and easy to use. The guidelines, reproduced below, focus on product use to protect and beautify concrete and wood surfaces.

For best results on concrete surfaces:

   •      Those surfaces previously coated should first have all paint not in good condition removed. This includes existing paint that is peeling, cracking, flaking, blistering, alligatoring or calking heavily. Any surface that has four or more previous coats of paint should be stripped down to the original surface. Too many coats of paint left on the surface will result in lack of durability of subsequent coats. Old paint can be removed via paint stripper, sanding, wire brush, sand or bead blasting. The surface must then be scrubbed clean to remove all dirt and/or grease using a hot water and TSP (trisodium phosphate) powder solution. Thoroughly rinse off all cleaner with clean water, or poor paint bonding will result. Surface must also be thoroughly dry before repainting. Old paint that is in good condition need only be cleaned and lightly sanded to insure good adhesion. Such surfaces may be recoated without further treatment.

   •      All patched and bare surfaces should be acid-etched with 20-25% muriatic acid and a water solution mix. After etching, the surface must be flushed clean with water. It is extremely important that all acid be neutralized and removed. To accomplish this, the surface must be scrubbed as clean as possible to remove all dirt and/or grease using hot water and a TSP (trisodium phosphate) powder solution. This will also neutralize the muriatic acid residue. (Failure to neutralize and remove acid is the most common cause of adhesion failures.) Rinse off TSP with clean water. Then allow the surface to thoroughly dry. (Drying time will vary depending on temperature, humidity and location.) Make sure surface is thoroughly dry before applying new paint.

For best results on wood surfaces:

   •      Previously coated exterior wood deck surfaces should first have all paint not in good condition removed. This includes existing paint that is peeling, cracking, flaking, blistering, alligatoring or calking heavily. Any surface that has four or more previous coats of paint should be stripped down to the original surface. Too many coats of paint left on the surface will result in lack of durability of subsequent coats. Old paint can be removed via paint stripper and/or sanding. The surface must then be scrubbed clean to remove all dirt and/or grease using a hot water and TSP (trisodium phosphate) powder solution. Thoroughly rinse off all cleaner with clean water, or poor paint bonding will result. Surface must also be thoroughly dry before repainting. Old paint that is in good condition need only be cleaned and lightly sanded to ensure good adhesion. Such surfaces may be recoated without further treatment.

   •      All exterior bare wood deck surfaces should be cleaned using hot water and a TSP (trisodium phosphate) powder solution. Rinse off TSP with clean water. Then allow the surface to thoroughly dry. (Drying time will vary depending on temperature, humidity and location.) Make sure surface is thoroughly dry before applying new paint.

Webb adds that those having additional questions, or seeking preparation instructions on other applications such as with wood flooring, pools, asphalt roofing or metal should contact National Coatings Inc. customer service department at 1-631-991-3760.

About National Coatings Inc.

National Coatings Inc. is an nationwide provider of quality sealants and protective coatings. Their coating products are relied upon by leading construction and repair contractors across the nation. The firm’s most popular product, The Surface Master, comes in more than a dozen colors, plus a clear coat. It is widely use to beautify and prolong the life of surfaces including concrete, metal, and wood surfaces in both residential and commercial structures.

For more information on National Coatings Inc. and their products and services visit http://www.TheSurfaceMaster.com or phone 1-888-243-2032.

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