tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16398914479372417982024-02-20T19:53:23.161-08:00Linda Richardson MDA employee/advocate/believerLindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-67965395073948121792018-03-12T07:42:00.000-07:002018-03-12T09:55:30.393-07:00<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Contact: <span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Linda Richardson</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2;"> </span><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Director
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>412-823-3094</b><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>lrichardson@mdausa.org</b><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Toast to a Cure Gala Receives $5,000 for Artwork from
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<b><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">PITTSBURGH, PA MARCH, 2018 — </span></b><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Several children with Muscular Dystrophy and their families gathered at
the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum to create collaborative artwork. The artists
at the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum </span><a href="https://pittsburghkids.org/"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">https://pittsburghkids.org/</span></a><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> were a tremendous help and made the work of creating original artwork a
fun and creative event. The Children’s Museum’s Viv Shaffer, Accessibility and
inclusion Coordinator and Carina Kooiman, Art Studio Manager handled every
detail. </span><span style="background: white; color: #38393b;">This artwork
will be auctioned off at our Pittsburgh Toast to a Cure Gala on March 22<sup>nd</sup>.
One masterpiece caught the eye of </span><a href="https://www.sarepta.com/"><span style="background: white; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">https://www.sarepta.com/</span></a><span style="background: white; color: #38393b;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Sarepta’s CEO, the artwork is being sold at $5,000. A great sum to help
our Western PA MDA and ALS families. </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">More than 350 </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">business, community
and civic leaders are putting their muscle behind finding urgently needed
treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases at the
Circuit Center Ballroom.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Western PA
MDA </span><a href="https://www.mda.org/office/pittsburgh"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">https://www.mda.org/office/pittsburgh</span></a><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> office is very
grateful for the support from Sarepta. Thank you for helping us find treatments
that are more than effective, for supporting our event and interest in helping
our local Western PA families. The Toast to a Cure Gala at the Circuit Center
Ballroom will be held from 6 – 10 pm with a VIP reception to start at 5:30pm on
March 22nd. Guests </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">will enjoy a night complete
with musical entertainment, games, live and silent auctions and great food. All
helping to raise critical</span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> funds and awareness to help kids and adults in the Western PA area
with life-threatening muscle-debilitating diseases live longer and grow
stronger.<br />
<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Honorees are Dr. Udai Pandey
for his research into ALS. Ken, Nick and Eric Sinagra for their advocacy,
cutting edge technology and overall connection to the MDA. Joining them are our
local goodwill ambassadors and WTAE celebrities Janelle Hall and Andrew
Stockey.<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Over the
years t</span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">he MDA Gala </span><a href="http://www.toasttolife.org/"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">www.toasttolife.org</span></a><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> in Pittsburgh</span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">has
raised more than $2 million to </span><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">support more than 2,000 individuals and families throughout
Western PA and WV with life-enhancing resources and services. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Our
sponsors including Citgo, Highmark, Babst Calland, UPMC, IBEW Local 5, United
Steel Workers, IUOE Local 66, USA Compressions, 84 Lumber, Central Data
Services, The Meadows and others. Contributions help </span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">MDA’s efforts in funding
groundbreaking research and programs, including the MDA Care Centers for
Western PA which are located at UPMC Hospitals in Pittsburgh, Erie and
Morgantown, WV. Funds raised also helped send 59 local kids to “the best week
of the year” at MDA Summer Camp 2017 at no cost to their families at Camp
Kon-O-Kwee.<br />
<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Interested in our artwork or
attending the Gala? F</span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">or more information about MDA’s services,
please contact us at our MDA office at 412-823-3094 or email </span><a href="mailto:lrichardson@mdausa.org"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">lrichardson@mdausa.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">.
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</span><strong><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">About MDA </span></strong><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"><br />
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leading the fight to free individuals — and the families who love them — from
the harm of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related muscle-debilitating diseases
that take away physical strength, independence and life. We use our
collective strength to help kids and adults live longer and grow stronger by
finding research breakthroughs across diseases; caring for individuals from day
one; and empowering families with services and support in hometowns across
America. </span><a href="http://www.mda.org/"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">www.mda.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Learn how you can fund cures, find care and champion the cause at </span><a href="http://www.mda.org/"><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">mda.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "calibri" , sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br />LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-67772924354484989492017-10-19T06:27:00.000-07:002017-10-19T06:27:04.395-07:00National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2017In 1945 Congress dedicated October to advancing the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace. This history declaration has enabled many innovations in the workplace such as easy access doors, ramps, and more.<br />
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Beyond the ability to access a workplace, employers have embraced people with disabilities in the workplace. Many hospitals, grocery stores, warehouses have found people with autism and other spectrum disorders make great employees. They are diligent in their tasks and repetitive tasks are easily done and enjoyed by these disabled employees.<br />
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We see an opportunity to become a more inclusive economy. I am heartened by <a href="http://www.boeing.com/careers/?gclid=CjwKCAjwmqHPBRBQEiwAOvbR86aBrP5WuSAdkTw5lY9lY7Kj1ktcoMfONuqHboajBONmj2ibVDF2zhoCYEsQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Boeing's</a> Diversity Efforts, <a href="https://twitter.com/MicrosoftJobs" target="_blank">Microsoft's</a> outreach, and other companies to create a diverse workforce. Perhaps there is a role in your company that can be filled by a disabled person? There are many organizations to help you place the right person. Twitter is filled with valuable links to such non-profits. One such organization is Disability Rights PA, I recently met <a href="http://www.disabilityrightspa.org/" target="_blank">George Barron</a> at an OCF luncheon and love his drive and vision. Perhaps we can all help give these creative people a job worth working!<br />
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<a href="https://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/ndeam/YearRound.htm">https://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/ndeam/YearRound.htm</a><br />
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Ready Willing and Able is a national partnership working together to build a more inclusive workplace.<br />
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<a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">As we sell into new companies and areas</a>, I hope these companies can embrace hiring a person with a disability. Inclusion is the way to grow!<br />
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Linda Richardson<br />
Power Tool and SupplyLindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-10199927758273143932017-10-10T16:44:00.000-07:002017-10-10T16:44:42.656-07:00Getting Dustless!The mandatory dust collection and silica dust exposure prevention is now in effect. Contractors are asking for our help in becoming compliant. Are you using your grinder or drill outside or in a confined space? How many hours per day? There are alot of considerations to understand what it will take to be compliant.<br />
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How to become compliant? If you do not have a safety engineer on hand that can monitor the particulates in the air, there is some guidance. Osha has a great table and information on particulate exposure. Tool manufacturers like DeWalt, Milwaukee, Makita, and Michigan Pneumatic have come out with great designs for dustless tool use.<br />
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Some of the tools have guards with brush rims, vacuums extraction which includes a vacuum that works with your tool to extract the dust and particulates as they are being created. There are now different vacuum filtered bags for dust disposal and more. Visit <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool and Supply</a> to see first hand some of the new and innovative designs our manufacturers have developed for 99% particulate protection. The <a href="http://www.dewalt.com/products/power-tools/dust-management/dust-extractors-and-vacs/large-hammer-dust-extraction--hole-cleaning/dwh050k" target="_blank">DeWalt Stingray</a> large hammer dust extractor is a very cool product!<br />
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<a href="http://www.honeywellsafety.com/USA/respiratoryprotection/" target="_blank">Honeywell's</a> respirators have cartridges that will protect your workers from organic, vapor and dust exposure. These different cartridges fit in a half mask and full mask. How do you know what to use? Well there are guides, testing that can be done and a respirator expert at Honeywell that will help us help you. Honeywell has actively created safety training from <a href="http://www.honeywellsafety.com/USA/Training___Support.aspx" target="_blank">in person, online to mobile app.</a><br />
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Other brands like <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/worker-health-safety-us/safety-equipment/industrial-safety-products/construction-safety-products/oshasilica/" target="_blank">3M</a> and Moldex have great solutions as well. Power Tool and Supply is trying to bring you the most up to date information from our manufacturers to help you stay safe and healthy. Please visit us in the showroom or call us 330-792-1487.<br />
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<br />LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-77875039037030137522017-10-05T11:37:00.000-07:002017-10-05T11:37:44.781-07:00Power Tool and Supply is now certified as a DBE with the PA UCP<br />
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Power Tool and Supply announces certification as a DBE for PA UCP!<br />
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Power Tool and Supply Co. an industrial tool and supply distribution center and retail store has been certified as a diverse business woman owned and controlled by Lisa Springer by the PA UCP and PennDot. The goal of the certification program is to increase the ability of Power Tool and Supply to compete for contracts on state and public projects for PennDot, <a href="http://www.flypittsburgh.com/" target="_blank">The Allegheny County Airport Authority</a>, State Universities, the <a href="http://www.portauthority.org/paac/" target="_blank">Port Authority</a> and other organizations within the state of Pennsylvania.</div>
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<span style="background: white;">Power Tool & Supply has been operating for more than 50 years. The company serves industrial and construction markets with sales, rental and repair in Ohio and Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Power Tool & Supply provides in-house repair services for all gas, electric, cordless and hydraulic and air tools that they sell. Their customers range from large industrial and automotive plants to electrical and mechanical contractors, plumbers, bridge, and road contractors. Power Tool & Supply is a certified Women’s Business Enterprise with NWBOC and WBENC as well as WOSB (Woman owned small business) with the SBA, a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia Department of Transportation. Visit Power Tool and Supply’s website at <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply/">www.powertoolandsupply</a> or call at 330-792-1487.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-7396577403626449872017-10-01T14:48:00.000-07:002017-10-01T14:48:15.553-07:00Wooly Bear Caterpillar predictor of a cold wet winter? Are you ready?<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
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the upcoming winter might be. Have you noticed the amount of rust or black
bands this year? The prediction is a milder wet winter. Are you ready? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Power Tool and Supply is
gearing up for the cold. We already have a great stock of generators from
Generac to Mi-T-M's and more. We have "big ass" heaters that will
blow you away and keep your shop floor warm and toasty. We have the cold
weather gear including gloves, heated jackets and cold weather hats. If you
need hand warmers, show shovels and blowers – we will be the place to go.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are a plumber, work
in natural gas, sell generators, and winter equipment – you can’t wait for an
extreme winter. Predictions are that this will be a cold and wet winter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://archive.newsletter2go.com/?n2g=xhpn4ukz-o3bv33gy-edb" target="_blank">Metabo Power Tools for OSHA SILICA REGULATIONS</a><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">For extraction from the power tool in continuous mode, both on construction sites and in the workshop</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Compact vacuum cleaner for liquids and dry solids with commercial registration</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">AutoCleanPlus: saves both costs and time thanks to automatic MPulse filter cleaning during continuous use</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">If the optimum suction performance falls below a certain level, the filters are vibrated immediately</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Automatic shut-down when vacuuming liquids once the maximum fill level is reached</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Especially suited for extracting concrete and rock dust</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Suction power control for adapted suction performance</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Power socket for a power tool for using the automaticalstart-up/shut-down of the vacuum cleaner</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Two polyester filter cassettes with large filter area for constantly high suction capacity</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Automatic trailing mechanism for emptying the suction hose completely</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Antistatic basic equipment prevents static charge when using appropriate accessories</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Sturdy thanks to especially large wheels and castors with wheel stop</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Cable winding mechanism</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Practical accessory case and storage area</li>
<li style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Current Control: maximizes the suction power while the machine is connected so that the main fuse is not triggered</li>
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favorite oatmeal cookies. They were made by my friend Liz in Texas. This was
her amazing way of wishing me a Happy Mother’s Day. These delicious cookies
caused me to pause and reflect on women (more so Moms) who work. You see, I
sell tools to construction companies and manufacturers – typical non-traditional
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and I talked about how we are seeing an increase of women on the job site. Hold
onto your hat man, less than 10% of workers in trades, safety and engineer
professionals are women on site. Something that is improving but we still need
to work on. I still walk onto a site occasionally devoid of women. I see a
growing acceptance of women in non-traditional roles. Why? Wage equality, job
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while researching this topic. Also I am including some resources if you or your
daughters are looking for a non-traditional career. Now is the time! We are
building, repairing and growing at a pace not seen in decades in places like
Pittsburgh, PA and Cleveland OH. I
salute all working Moms – thank you for paving the way, setting the example and
encouraging a new generation in a new exciting field. To all the men that see the
potential in women and help forge a path to equality – thank you for supporting
us and being a trail blazer! </span></div>
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Free apprenticeship programs in 17 different trades.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Linda
Richardson, Director of Business Development<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Working
for a trail blazing woman owned business <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">PowerTool and Supply www.powertoolandsupply.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-43131137766603627662017-04-27T08:24:00.001-07:002017-04-27T12:36:13.679-07:00WOMEN IN MANUFACTURING AND CONSTRUCTIONThe Deloitte Analysis article (<a href="https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/manufacturing/articles/women-in-manufacturing-industrial-products-and-services.html" target="_blank">women in manufacturing</a>)very informative. Working in a male dominated industry for a woman owned company makes me realize how many areas women should be growing and succeeding in. Manufacturing seems to be an area ripe for women workers. The technological advances with computers and robotics means the dirty back breaking, repetitious manufacturing of by-gone eras are no more.<br />
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Manufacturing requires training, education and is looking for a skilled workforce. Initiatives in Eastern Ohio and Western PA by government and corporate collaborations to educate is based on getting the word out to the right people. No longer does everyone's path to success mean a 4 year degree. There are technical schools that will enable a student after 1 to 2 years to be employed in manufacturing or construction. These collaborations have it right, get to the students and educators. Show them what manufacturing is today and help them make a decision that is based on knowledge.<br />
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I was involved with Oh-Penn for business - a wonderful bi-state collaboration between Ohio and PA. Their value was in educating the upcoming workforce through tours, videos and classroom visits. Check them out!<br />
<a href="http://www.ohpenn.org/">http://www.ohpenn.org/</a><br />
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The nation's workforce is shrinking, many in manufacturing are retiring. This industry is welcoming diverse workforce solutions. Many universities are teaming with manufacturers adding curriculum that advances interest in these fields. I applaud these efforts and am proud to work for a woman in a male dominated industry. She is making strides and working hard to build a reliable business regardless of gender.<br />
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Celebrating NAWIC's (National Association of Women in Construction) National Rebuilding Day with the Pittsburgh Chapter on Saturday April 29, 2017. We will be rebuilding a local home and adding much needed repairs. I will post more about this event afterwards. Let's hope I paint straight lines, hammer straight nails and show some skills as I work side-by-side with lady carpenters, builders, construction workers and engineers.<br />
<a href="https://www.nawicpittsburgh.com/events" target="_blank">NAWIC Chapter information</a><br />
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Let's hope we can all women and men make this country great by including diversity in our workforce!<br />
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Linda Richardson<br />
Business Development Director<br />
Power Tool and Supply ( a woman owned business)<br />
www.powertoolandsupply.com<br />
linda@powertoolandsupply.com<br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Are you a
skier, winter sport enthusiast?</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Are you
finding yourself spending hours in the woods freezing your buns off looking for
Bambi’s father, brother, mother…. Cold weather technology has advanced to keep
you warmer and drier than ever before. As companies like Seirus and Milwaukee
patent new ways to combat the cold, we will be sure to offer these advanced
technical products.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">At Power
Tool and Supply we have heard our customers request cold weather gear and we offer
a great assortment of clothing. In our store, we have hats, coats, gloves and
heat reactive socks. Hey these Heatwave™ socks from Seirus are great for
hunters, e<span style="background: white; color: #282828;">xclusive Heatwave™
thermodynamic lining as a comfortable, 4-way stretch sock lets you increase the
heat of any footwear.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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designed to keep your hands warm and dry in the extremist conditions.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #282828; font-size: 12pt;">Forbes reviewed over 200 US ski resorts to come up with their
top 10 list of ski resorts. </span><span style="background: white; color: #282828; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Check it out
here:</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><a href="http://www.forbes.com/sites/christophersteiner/2015/11/17/the-top-10-ski-resorts-in-north-america-for-2016/#4b83914e1bf0"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">http://www.forbes.com/sites/christophersteiner/2015/11/17/the-top-10-ski-resorts-in-north-america-for-2016/#4b83914e1bf0</span></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Let’s keep your core warm!
Your body temperature </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">is just as important as
your hands and feet. Yes, your </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">hands and feet will get
cold first but you need to keep </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">that core warm to stay in
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">New technology enables
Milwaukee to offer heated jackets. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">They stay warm with a
small 12 V rechargeable battery for up </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">to 8 hours! We have coats
and vests in Camo, black and f</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">lorescent colors for
those out working on the roads.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">New technology enables
Milwaukee to offer heated jackets. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">They stay warm with a
small 12 V rechargeable battery for up </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">to 8 hours! We have coats
and vests in Camo, black and </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">florescent colors for
those out working on the roads.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Reducing the need for bulky layers</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">, </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Milwaukee®M12™ Heated Gear utilize carbon fiber heating elements to generate and trap heat across core
body areas. Adjustable heat technology allows users to adapt to changing
conditions by increasing or decreasing the heat level with the touch of a
button. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Powered by M12™ REDLITHIUM batteries, you will stay warm for 8 hours of
run time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Why shop at
Dicks Sporting Goods, REI, Gander Mountain or Amazon when you can get what you
need to stay warm and dry this winter season at the right price! The Farmer’s Almanac said this would be a cold
and snowy winter. Be prepared to stay warm and dry with our great brands and
gear. We also carry hand warmers to stick in your gloves or boots if you are
looking for a basic and quick fix to your cold fingers and toes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We look forward to seeing you in the store and showing you our
gear! <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Proper head gear and gloves will keep
frostbite away; warm jackets or vests will keep your core temperature up. </span></span></h5>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Important information about Frostbite and Hypothermia from <a href="https://www.osha.gov/as/opa/cold_weather_prep.html" target="_blank">OSHA </a>is below:</span></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> <o:p></o:p></span></h5>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal;">What is
hypothermia?<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
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<em><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Hypothermia occurs</span></em><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">when
body heat is lost faster than it can be replaced and the normal body
temperature (98.6°F) drops to less than 95°F. Hypothermia is most likely
at very cold temperatures, but it can occur even at cool temperatures (above
40°F), if a person becomes chilled from rain, sweat, or submersion in cold
water.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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are the symptoms of hypothermia?<o:p></o:p></span></h5>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">He or she may begin to shiver and stomp the feet in order
to generate heat.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As the body temperature continues to fall, symptoms will
worsen and shivering will stop. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the hand, become confused and disoriented<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dilated, pulse and breathing become slowed, and loss of consciousness can
occur. A person could die if help is not received immediately.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">What can be done for a person suffering from hypothermia?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 10pt;">§<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Call 911 immediately in an emergency; otherwise seek
medical assistance as soon as possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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body (including the head and neck) with layers of blankets; and with a vapor
barrier (e.g. tarp, garbage bag). Do<b> not</b> cover the face.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 10pt;">§<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If medical help is more than 30 minutes away:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Give warm sweetened drinks if alert (no alcohol), to help
increase the body temperature. Never try to give a drink to an unconscious
person.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Place warm bottles or hot packs in armpits, sides of chest,
and groin. Call 911 for additional rewarming instructions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 10pt;">§<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">If a person is not breathing or has no pulse:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Treat the worker as per instructions for hypothermia, but
be very careful and do not try to give an unconscious person fluids.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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for 60 seconds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and does not have a pulse, trained workers may start rescue breaths for 3
minutes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family: "Courier New"; font-size: 10pt;">o<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Recheck for breathing and pulse, check for 60 seconds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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continue rescue breathing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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operator or emergency medical services<sup>*</sup><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<sup><span style="font-size: 12pt;">*</span></sup><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Chest compression are recommended only if the patient will not
receive medical care within 3 hours.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">What is frostbite?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Frostbite</span></i><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> is an injury to the body that is caused by freezing
of the skin and underlying tissues. The lower the temperature, the more quickly
frostbite will occur. Frostbite typically affects the extremities, particularly
the feet and hands. Amputation may be required in severe cases.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">What are the symptoms of frostbite?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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in a CLASS 3 safety jacket), help safety professionals every day. They need
supplies like hardhats, harnesses, respirators, safety clothing and flame resistant
(FR) clothing. Supplying construction
companies with the industrial supplies like power tools and safety equipment needs
means we often discuss these three key questions: What type of project or
construction site are they working on? What are they doing? What is their
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to more information and questions. The key for Power Tool and Supply to be a
good supplier for our construction companies and manufacturers is understanding
their business, their risks and what tool or equipment will best service them.
After talking with a training professional at a local Plumbers Trade School about
a plumbing issue, I looked for some helpful DIY tips online. Here are some of
the best blogs and videos for helpful DIY Tips!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I used to read my Dad’s<a href="http://www.popularmechanics.com/" target="_blank"> Popular Mechanics</a> as a kid, now I
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Everyone is familiar with eBay and knows someone who has
bought or sold online using the eBay platform. One cautionary warning is many
knock-offs are found there. Don’t let a great item description fool you. The
knock-offs are great imitators on the outside but the proof is in the pudding.
The tool will not work as well as the real one and you just threw your money
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tips here:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.ebay.com/gds/15-Life-Saving-Power-Tool-Safety-Tips-/10000000177632719/g.html">http://www.ebay.com/gds/15-Life-Saving-Power-Tool-Safety-Tips-/10000000177632719/g.html</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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safety? Take this quiz to test your knowledge. It may surprise you and if nothing
else it will educate you. My Safety Sign offers a great online source for
custom or standard work safety signage.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Keeping our workers safe is paramount to <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool andSupply</a>. As we train and grow in our own safety knowledge, we hope to always be
the resource you choose when purchasing your safety equipment and clothing. Remember to visit us at 3699 LeHarps Road in
Youngstown. We are right off the Meridian Exit on Rt. 680. If you wish a
salesperson to visit you at your job site or facility, call us at 330-792-1487
and one of us will stop by!<o:p></o:p></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-57390549068070461332016-10-11T07:26:00.000-07:002016-10-11T07:26:37.183-07:00Power Tool and Supply obtains DBE certification<h2>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool and Supply</a> is now a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with the Ohio
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">The Department of Transportation (DOT) is dedicated to serving our community, including those businesses contracting with state agencies and recipients of DOT funds. The Department's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program is designed to remedy ongoing discrimination and the continuing effects of past discrimination in federally-assisted highway, transit, airport, and highway safety financial assistance transportation contracting markets nationwide. The primary remedial goal and objective of the DBE program is to level the playing field by providing small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals a fair opportunity to compete for federally funded transportation contracts. </span><a href="https://www.transportation.gov/civil-rights/disadvantaged-business-enterprise" target="_blank">https://www.transportation.gov/civil-rights/disadvantaged-business-enterprise </a></span></div>
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to general contractors, bridge contractors and road construction. They carry Ohio, PA and WV approved DOT products including approved sealants joint compound, pipe and geo-textiles for bridge and road construction, safety equipment and power
tools and consumables to help general contractors get the work done. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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now help our clients meet and maintain their DBE goals with our products. This
opens another avenue to be a complete solution for construction companies”. Power Tool and Supply will build our network
within the highway and transit departments’ needs. Infrastructure maintenance
is a priority to Ohio, WV and PA and we plan to provide what is needed to construction companies. While helping them meet the <a href="https://www.transportation.gov/civil-rights/disadvantaged-business-enterprise/dbe-laws-policy-and-guidance" target="_blank">expectations for diversity inclusion with DOT projects..</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Power Tool and Supply is a DBE/WBE and EDGE certified company whose
reach is throughout Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania. A distributor of power tools, safety supplies,
and other DOT approved materials as well as an authorized repair service for
many of the brands they carry, Power Tool and Supply is strategically growing
their business to be the solution for general contractors, maintenance facility
companies and manufacturers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For more information about our certifications, products and repairs please contact <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindagrichardson" target="_blank">Linda Richardson </a>330.792.1487 or 412.496.5105</span></div>
LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-58282905608214231102016-09-30T11:23:00.004-07:002016-10-05T14:26:17.389-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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decided to use a margarine lid and duct tape to repair a large sewer pipe in my
basement about 15 years ago. It is still holding and saved me $100’s of
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color, one size? Now we have a variety of colors and brands. Check out our
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I use the Gorilla glue to glue a lot of household items like a broken shelf in
the refrigerator, a broken vase and even a light switch cover. Once my border
collie had surgery and kept breaking the cone for her head. I got tired of
buying new ones and duct-taped the last cone she wore. You should have seen the
looks she got when we walked down the street. She was one taped up cone-head dog.
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Gorilla Glue Company is based in Cincinnati Ohio and manufacturers here in the
USA! Gorilla tape sticks to rough and uneven surfaces – even brick! But our
shelves go far beyond the jungle – we have other duct tape, electrical tape,
painters tape, masking tape in different sizes. Think you need to replace it,
maybe you just need to tape it! Come visit us and tell us your great tape/glue
story! Here is a tip for removing the sticky residue - use a clean cloth, apply W-40 and wipe away!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>The winning photo submission will hit pay-dirt with a $100 Power Tool and Supply Gift Certificate and the 2nd place winner receives a Gorilla Tape Survival ToolBox from the Gorilla Glue Company! Send in your best work by November 30, 2016. Winner will be chosen December 1st. </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Check out Mashable’s 23 ways to fix anything with duct tape!
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I'd love someone to make me the cool duct tape wallet - #10 on the list. Kids are you listening? Christmas is coming! Show us
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-73094838447753192952016-09-02T14:02:00.001-07:002016-09-02T14:04:23.621-07:00Power Tool and Supply announces they are certified as Woman Business Enterprise through NWBOC<div class="MsoNoSpacing">
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Power Tool and Supply announces they are Certified as a
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Power Tool and Supply Co. an industrial tool and supply
distribution center and retail store located in Youngstown, Ohio, has been
certified as a business owned and controlled by a woman by the National Women
Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC), the first national certifier of women
Business Enterprises. Over 700 public and private sector individuals
participated in establishing the Standards and Procedures of this rigid
certification review. The goal of the certification program is to increase the
ability of Power Tool and Supply to compete for contracts at a national level. <o:p></o:p></div>
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“Certification provides a marketing opportunity for women
business enterprises to participate in outreach programs,” said Lisa Springer,
owner. “In addition, this program will enable us to develop relationships with
larger companies and create opportunities for future partnerships with them.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“NWBOC seeks to increase the ability of women business
owners to compete for corporate and government contracts,” stated Janet
Harris-Lange, President of NWBOC. “At the same time, NWBOC also hopes to
decrease the number of front operations participating in corporate and
government outreach programs.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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NWBOC, a national 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation, was
created in response to needs identified by the Procurement Special Interest
Group of the National Association of Women Business Owners. For more
information, visit <a href="http://www.nwboc.com/">www.nwboc.com</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="background: white;">Power Tool & Supply has been operating for more than 50
years. The company is based in Youngstown, Ohio and serves industrial and
construction markets with sales, rental and repair in Ohio and Western PA.
Power Tool & Supply provides in-house repair services for all gas,
electric, cordless and hydraulic and air tools that they sell. Their customers
range from large industrial and automotive plants to electrical and mechanical
contractors, plumbers, bridge, and road contractors. Power Tool & Supply is
a certified Women’s Business Enterprise with NWBOC and WBENC as well as WOSB (Woman owned small business) with the SBA, a
certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with Ohio and West Virginia
Department of Transportation. Visit Power Tool and Supply’s website at <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply/">www.powertoolandsupply</a> or call at
330-792-1487.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-4525492191235763932016-06-27T08:32:00.001-07:002016-06-27T08:35:22.834-07:00Power Tool and Supply join Evergreen Marketing Group!<div class="advertisement noprint" id="bannerAd8" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 20px 0px; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.contractorsupplymagazine.com/pages/News---20160619-Evergreen-Marketing-Group-welcomes-Power-Tool-&-Supply.php" target="_blank">Evergreen Marketing Group welcomes Power Tool & Supply</a></h1>
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Ohio-based distributor becomes newest distributor member.</div>
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The Evergreen Marketing Group announced the addition of Power Tool & Supply of Youngstown, OH as a new member-owner of the group effective June 1, 2016.</div>
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“Evergreen’s focus on training and professional development continues to attract new members to the group,” said CEO Kevin Higginbotham. “High-quality companies recognize that our investment in training is what helps drive long-term growth for their company.</div>
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“Evergreen is very selective in adding new members,” he said. “Power Tool & Supply is a quality operation, focused on developing their people for the long-run. They are a great fit for our cooperative.”</div>
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<a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool & Supply</a>, <a href="http://www.wbenc.org/" target="_blank">a certified WBE company</a>, has been serving the industrial community for over 50 years. The company is based in Youngstown, Ohio and serves industrial and construction markets with sales, rental and repair in Ohio and Western PA.</div>
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“We are excited to be part of Evergreen,” said Lisa Springer, president of Power Tool. “We have solid plans to grow our business and feel that the training, networking and supplier relationships available to us through Evergreen will help us to achieve that growth.”</div>
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The Evergreen Marketing Group is a member-owned cooperative founded in 1989 by six construction/industrial supply distributors. It currently consists of 66 distributors with more than 280 locations in the United States and Canada and has combined revenues of over $1.7 billion dollars.</div>
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The group is focused on driving growth and profitability of its distributors and preferred suppliers through an on-going program of training & education, business development and partnering. Evergreen maintains a state-of-the-art 17,000 square foot training center in Farmer’s Branch, Texas and offers the industry’s only professional certification program for distributor sales and operations people.</div>
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For more on Power Tool & Supply: <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" style="color: #0079c2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">www.powertoolandsupply.com</a>. Or give me a call! 412.496.5105 linda@powertoolandsupply.com</div>
LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-84190515738845838032016-06-27T08:32:00.000-07:002016-06-27T08:35:04.033-07:00Power Tool and Supply join Evergreen Marketing Group!<div class="advertisement noprint" id="bannerAd8" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 20px 0px; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.contractorsupplymagazine.com/pages/News---20160619-Evergreen-Marketing-Group-welcomes-Power-Tool-&-Supply.php" target="_blank">Evergreen Marketing Group welcomes Power Tool & Supply</a></h1>
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Ohio-based distributor becomes newest distributor member.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
The Evergreen Marketing Group announced the addition of Power Tool & Supply of Youngstown, OH as a new member-owner of the group effective June 1, 2016.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
“Evergreen’s focus on training and professional development continues to attract new members to the group,” said CEO Kevin Higginbotham. “High-quality companies recognize that our investment in training is what helps drive long-term growth for their company.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
“Evergreen is very selective in adding new members,” he said. “Power Tool & Supply is a quality operation, focused on developing their people for the long-run. They are a great fit for our cooperative.”</div>
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<a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool & Supply</a>, <a href="http://www.wbenc.org/" target="_blank">a certified WBE company</a>, has been serving the industrial community for over 50 years. The company is based in Youngstown, Ohio and serves industrial and construction markets with sales, rental and repair in Ohio and Western PA.</div>
<div style="background-color: white; font-family: "Open Sans", Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">
“We are excited to be part of Evergreen,” said Lisa Springer, president of Power Tool. “We have solid plans to grow our business and feel that the training, networking and supplier relationships available to us through Evergreen will help us to achieve that growth.”</div>
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The Evergreen Marketing Group is a member-owned cooperative founded in 1989 by six construction/industrial supply distributors. It currently consists of 66 distributors with more than 280 locations in the United States and Canada and has combined revenues of over $1.7 billion dollars.</div>
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The group is focused on driving growth and profitability of its distributors and preferred suppliers through an on-going program of training & education, business development and partnering. Evergreen maintains a state-of-the-art 17,000 square foot training center in Farmer’s Branch, Texas and offers the industry’s only professional certification program for distributor sales and operations people.</div>
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For more on Power Tool & Supply: <a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" style="color: #0079c2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">www.powertoolandsupply.com</a>. Or give me a call! 412.496.5105 linda@powertoolandsupply.com</div>
LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-68625444975124259082016-05-27T13:52:00.002-07:002016-05-27T13:53:19.829-07:00FAKES ARE COSTING YOU AND AMERICAN COMPANIES BILLIONS ANNUALLY<div class="MsoNormal">
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COMPANIES BILLIONS ANNUALLY<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>Our consumers’ quest for the cheapest deal is costing
American companies billions of dollars, taking away jobs from our American
workers and causing injury and loss of time on a job.</b></div>
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Are you buying fakes? If
you are bragging about a great online deal you got on your new power drill,
impact wrench, or power washer – you may be a victim of a counterfeit product.
These shoddy tools are flooding our market, costing our consumers millions in
inferior products.<o:p></o:p></div>
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It looks like a Dewalt, has the same label as <a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/index.php/products" target="_blank">Ridgid</a>, is in
packaging with the same labeling as <a href="https://www.milwaukeetool.com/" target="_blank">Milwaukee</a>…
The level of IP, trademark and copyright theft is flawless. You can’t
tell the difference until you have the tool or part in your hands. Then the
poor engineering shows. It won’t work, it
could blow up and worse injure people. You think, man this tool is a piece of
junk and take it to a repair center for DeWalt or Bosch or Stihl only to find
out that bargain tool is not what you thought but a fake.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The best way to avoid getting counterfeit tools is buying
from authorized distributors. Finding a “deal” on Amazon, eBay or another site
may be a dangerous and costly proposition.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If the tool causes injury because it was a fake and not
engineered to strict standards like a true <a href="http://www.dewalt.com/Home.aspx" target="_blank">DeWalt</a>, Milwaukee, Ridgid, <a href="http://www.makitatools.com/en-us/Modules/Home/" target="_blank">Makita</a> or
other brand then you have spent far more than you saved. Eaton has taken
prevention a step further by creating a Circuit Breaker Authentication Tool.
Using this device will help you determine if it is counterfeit. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Report counterfeits to Stop Fakes, a government agency
dedicated to stopping the fakes that are flooding our markets. You are not
alone. The Federal government has purchased millions of counterfeit parts. This
has spurred regulations to make contractors accountable as to where they are
purchasing their parts. </div>
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Check out this online video: http://www.stopfakes.gov/consumer-tools <a href="https://d12vb6dvkz909q.cloudfront.net/uploads/galleries/342/monty-python-image-1.jpg" target="_blank">https://d12vb6dvkz909q.cloudfront.net/uploads/galleries/342/monty-python-image-1.jpg</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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This link is to a great resource. The top 10 ways to spot a
fake: <a href="http://www.stopfakes.gov/sites/default/files/Consumer_Tips.pdf">http://www.stopfakes.gov/sites/default/files/Consumer_Tips.pdf</a>
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Billions of dollars in potential sales are stolen from American
companies and distributors by counterfeit products. The infringements happen
across the world on various platforms. Much of the counterfeit goods flooding
the market are from China. These articles will educate you and open your eyes. </div>
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<a href="http://www.builderonline.com/money/the-cost-of-counterfeit-products-is-escalating_o">http://www.builderonline.com/money/the-cost-of-counterfeit-products-is-escalating_o</a><u><span style="color: blue; mso-themecolor: hyperlink;">. <o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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While reviewing a <a href="https://youtu.be/desAg5Y6UDY?list=PLJIsBZT5EmYYdH36eSSoJiKA1TvqI89Se" target="_blank">demo video</a> I recorded with our Ridgid
representative, in the You Tube feed was a link to a knockoff Ridgid product.
Immediately, Tim called the corporate office to report it. We all have to be
diligent in making sure our consumers get the right and best product every time
they buy from us. We are authorized to sell many of the brands that are being
targeted by counterfeit companies from China and will always be sure you are getting the genuine part or tool. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I am not preaching here, I understand wanting a cheap deal. <a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool and Supply</a> offers the best deal because we carry the true deal – the original brand. Hopefully, this was as eye opening for you as for me. Happy and safe shopping!<o:p></o:p></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-58798411868838226032016-04-11T17:10:00.003-07:002016-04-11T17:14:17.650-07:00Cleveland Ohio Rocks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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2016 is an interesting year in politics. Ohio is in the
center of it all. With a governor running for President and Cleveland hosting
the 2016 Republican convention, it seems to be at the heart of this year’s political
engine. Ohio brings a lot to the stage. Our people are hard-working; there are
great eateries and amazing food stores. Visit Heinen’s Grocery Store downtown,
you will be blown away but the variety of food and the beautiful architecture.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To pull off an influx of 50,000 visitors during the
convention requires Northeast Ohio contractors pull together to build new
bridges, resurface roads, hotels and other ancillary and infrastructure
projects. It is anticipated there will be direct spending of $200 million as a
result of the convention, 1200 events around the Northeast associated with the
convention will occur and 16,000 rooms have already be contracted by the host
committee. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Preparation for this event has been a great boost to our
general contractors who build and maintain our infrastructure. Builders,
plumbers, electricians, iron workers, steamfitters, masonry workers all are
working hard to create a wonderful week for visitors. This week will not only
showcase the exceptional arts and entertainment Northeast Ohio has to offer but
our hard working general contractors and builders work. As a part of the Ohio
Contractors Association, we have watched our fellow members work hard to safely
and efficiently meet the deadlines set forth for this convention. ODOT and the
city of Cleveland has carefully planned upgrades and infrastructure projects to
best help the traffic flow for the convention and in the future for its
citizens. I have been to meetings where ODOT shares its vision and planning for
new projects and road expansions. I am impressed with how many people have come
together to rebuild the region. <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->16,000 hotel rooms have been booked and dorm
rooms, homes, apartments are being rented for the week.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->50,000 visitors will be here for the week.<o:p></o:p></div>
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redesign. It is a beautiful space!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kiss, Pink Floyd, Nirvana and more all in one building!<o:p></o:p></div>
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As a nation, we are watching these interesting political
times. No matter what side of the fence you sit on, which side you part your
hair on, or who you vote for… Americans come together to build a better place,
improving roads, bridges and building. In anticipation of all the work our
customers are doing Power Tool and Supply added new product lines like concrete
sealers, epoxies, grouts from approved ODOT brands like ChemMasters, line
striping paint, pavement marking paint to better service our road construction
clients. Come visit us at our storefront in Youngstown, we’ll be glad to see
you and share a cup of coffee with you! <o:p></o:p></div>
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LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-54634652818799696532016-04-08T09:01:00.001-07:002016-04-08T09:08:49.285-07:00POWER TOOL REPAIR…WE’VE GOT OUR GAME ON!<div style="line-height: 24.0pt; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; vertical-align: baseline;">
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Who knew <a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/index.php/repair" target="_blank">power tool repair</a> would be trending in the gaming world? Seems
everyone is either breaking or looking to expand the life of their tools.
Minecraft gamers must mine their tools, cut down trees to make an ax for
example and find the parts they need to repair their tools all in a virtual
world.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">I wish we
were as trendy as Minecraft and the gamers of this pseudo-world were
talking about taking their tools to our repair center in Youngstown but frankly
I don’t think they even know about us or <a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/index.php/products" target="_blank">industrial tools</a>! Many of our clients
don’t realize we are an<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><strong style="box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; outline: 0px;"><span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #232629; font-family: "inherit" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt; padding: 0in;">authorized
repair service</span></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">all the
brands we carry, so we are hollerin' exclamin' shoutin' about it. Our
motto "You have the POWER, we have the TOOLS" includes repairing
what you already have to add value and life to your drills, grinders, generators
and more. We will pick up and deliver with your order any tools that need
fixed, updated and maintained. We also have service plans to fit your needs so
your shop is always working at optimal performance.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Our certified Grrr-8t! industrial
repair tech, Jason can fix major brands of hydraulic, electric, pneumatic tools
and everything from air diaphragm pumps, air, grease and oil pumps, certified
in rigging inspection and soon he will be certified in hoist repair. How do you
say DY-NO-MITE!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Zu and Shawn, (just as great, I wouldn't otherwise!) can repair any major electrical
brand of tool from Metabo, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Bosch and Ridgid to name a few.
They are dedicated to helping you get the most out of your tools. Paul, well he
is the real deal when it comes to repairs on any major brand gas generated
motor, from tampers, generators, impact tools to kerosene heaters. You will
hear them working on various repairs while shopping in our store. Take that
Minecraft – our guys will truly expand or extend the lives of your tools.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the repairs and brands our dynamic team<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>can
work on and is certified to repair. Do you have tools sitting in the back that
could be used? We'll supply you with the parts to DIY or
bring it to our superhero techs.</span></div>
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basics about Minecraft, check out the glossary, yes you will find tools there.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #232629; font-family: "georgia" , "serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Come visit
our superhero repair techs and we promise you will leave smiling with a little
more jingle in your pocket. Visit us at the store or<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><span style="border: 1pt none; box-sizing: border-box; color: #8c68cb; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; outline: none; padding: 0in;"><a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/index.php/about-us1" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; outline: none;" target="_blank">online</a> </span><a href="http://www.powertoolandsupply.com/" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; outline: none;" target="_blank"><span style="border: none 1.0pt; color: #8c68cb; font-family: "inherit" , "serif"; padding: 0in;">www.powertoolandsupply.com</span></a> ,
better yet - call Linda 330-792-1487.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Got a broken tool and it isn’t
a Dewalt? Ask us about our DeWalt trade-up program, that useless tool could
help you get a new DeWalt power tool.</b></span></h3>
LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-45796448461650122332016-03-23T07:57:00.001-07:002016-03-30T08:40:43.197-07:00Becoming A Geek About Concrete<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.chemmasters.net/" target="_blank">ChemMasters</a> hosted a learning workshop in their factory in
February. 2016. I trekked from Pittsburgh where it was a balmy 58 degrees to
Madison Ohio at 38 degrees one Sunday afternoon! Who knew 2 hours north would be 20 degrees
colder! It was a bright day and I enjoyed the Ohio farmlands and landscapes as
I traveled over bridges sealed with ChemMasters sealants.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The workshop started with a basic understanding of concrete.
Concrete is made of three ingredients.
Rock, Sand or Gravel and Portland cement are the first two ingredients.
The cement is in a powder form and is the binding agent when mixed with the
third most important ingredient – water.
The chemical reaction is called hydration which causes these ingredients
to become a paste and gains strength to form rock hard roads, bridges, columns
and more as it dries. We learned about
proportions, water-cement ratio and
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There is a curing process that occurs after the concrete has
been formed. The curing enables the concrete to continue to strengthen. Did you
ever drive under a bridge being worked on and had water like rain falling down
on your car? This is the curing process. It enables a strong product that will
withstand the weight it needs to and to perform year after year. Did you ever
stop to think about the strength of the George Washington Bridge before you
drive over it? No, you don’t. We are secure in knowing our bridge contractors
are creating and building the bridge to the specifications that give it the
strength to ride on top of it year after year.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I learned much about pouring and forming concrete, sealing
concrete, how to use grout and the chemistry behind these value added products.
We poured concrete, applied sealants and used structural repair mortar like
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I added to my vocabulary terms like accelerator,
cementitious, crack chasing, delamination and efflorescence. We discussed and
watched them mix colors for concrete and discussed stamped concrete, colored
concrete, stains, and coatings. I never thought I would find it interesting or
fascinating but the scientists at ChemMasters were masters at communicating
their passion for creating a high value quality product to enable us to live environmentally
sound and convenient lives.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://powertoolandsupply.com/" target="_blank">Power Tool and Supply </a>inventories the sealers, epoxies, grouts and more that our general contractors and bridge contractors need. Our products are <a href="http://www.penndot.gov/ProjectAndPrograms/Bridges/Pages/Plans-and-Specifications.aspx#.VvKuduIrLIU" target="_blank">PennDot</a> and <a href="http://www.dot.state.oh.us/Divisions/ConstructionMgt/Materials/Approved-List/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">ODot</a> approved. Thanks to the great team at ChemMasters, now my workability talk with
our contractors will help them get the right product and cement our
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<br />LindaRichardsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16159459371761036057noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1639891447937241798.post-9407205457219368242016-03-10T05:07:00.000-08:002016-03-10T05:11:16.804-08:00National Women in Construction Week March 6 – 11, 2016<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">We observe Women in Construction Week and celebrate those women who's hard work and efforts are helping build this great country. Both Allegheny County Council and
Pittsburgh City Council have proclaimed this to be officially “Women in
Construction Week”.</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"> The national
focus of WIC (Women in Construction) Week is to highlight women as a visible
component in the construction industry. It is great to see this vision embraced
by Allegheny County and Pittsburgh, PA. Visit </span><a href="http://www.nawic.org/"><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">www.nawic.org</span></a><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"> for more information about women in
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Construction Week is a celebration of the contributions women make in the
construction industry. Less than 3% of workers in the construction field are
female. This stereotypically male industry is making room for women.
Associations like NAWIC, National Association of Women in Construction are
helping spread the word that this industry is a great place for women. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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jobsite you will find women project managers, laborers, carpenters, welders,
engineers all working together building and creating new roads, hospitals,
schools and more. The Carpenters Union’s
women members are part of Sisters in the Brotherhood which is in Canada and the
U.S. The Sisters promote women in construction, help rebuild homes in
impoverished areas and help put more women in leadership roles within the
industry. </span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://www.carpenters.org/Archives1/SistersInTheBrotherhood_4-2011.aspx">https://www.carpenters.org/Archives1/SistersInTheBrotherhood_4-2011.aspx</a></span><span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Stephanie
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">(5 times stronger than steel) in 1965.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">I attended
an ODOT (Ohio Department of Transportation) Conference in Cincinnati March 9<sup>th</sup> and was pleased to see
the initiative Cincinnati has taken in creating the first ever Department of
Economic Inclusion, they are being asked by cities from all over the country to
share their strategy and structure so other cities can do the same. This
department will oversee all economic opportunities within the City of
Cincinnati to ensure opportunity for all woman, minority and small businesses
seeking to do business with the City are given opportunities. The state of Ohio
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with minority-owned businesses (15%).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Women are
underrepresented in many positions within construction as well as engineering
and many of the STEM occupations. By celebrating women, creating opportunities
for their companies to grow and allowing equal participation in state and
federal contracting opportunities we are enriching our society, economy and
families. Let me state, no projects are handed to woman-owned businesses. We
still must work hard to provide the best quote and work. With the help of
these initiatives we are given a fair opportunity to win work.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Linda
Richardson is Director of Business Development for Power Tool and Supply. She
can be reached at linda@powertoolandsupply or 330-792-1487.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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