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Industry News
Alliance releases paper on physical access control SecureIDNews (press release) - Oct 22, 2009 The Smart Card Alliance Physical Access Council has released a white paper detailing the types of authentication mechanisms available for physical access control systems to identify people entering different areas...
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Decking Industry News
Materials: Surface agent protects WPC decking from stains Plastics Today - Oct 25, 2009 As “maintenance-free” claims from processors and sellers of extruded WPC building profiles have turned to promises of “low maintenance,” demand may soon grow for products such as this one, designed to protect the appearance and surface aesthetics of composite wood decking...
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Fiberon Re-Brands PVC Decking: Building-Products.com - Oct 25, 2009 Fiberon has introduced a new name for its line of Sensibuilt PVC decking: Fiberon OutdoorFlooring with Sensibuilt Lumenite Technology..
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Thompson Mahogany Company Merges with East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc. BuildingOnline.com - Oct 21, 2009 DALLAS -- Thompson Mahogany Company, a fine hardwoods importer based in Philadelphia, has merged with East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc., an importer of First European Quality Teak and other fine hardwood products based in South Carolina and Washington state...
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Fence Contractors in the News
Contractor rebuts horses' escape path Tulsa World - Oct 22, 2009 The owner of a fence company doing work for Tulsa County is challenging a horse caretaker who blamed the county for the escape last week of dozens of horses from a farm on 56th Street North just east of U.S. 169. ...
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Local Government Issues
City to pay for privacy fence Neosho Daily News - Oct 20, 2009 The city of Neosho agreed Tuesday to pay up to $20,000 to install a privacy fence and gates to a rural homeowner whose property abuts the recently completed Howard Bush Extension...
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NASCAR
Raising fences & lowering risk The Huntsville Times - al.com - Oct 25, 2009 Sporting News questioned several drivers about what should be done to ensure safety, especially at the higher-speed tracks like Talladega. "Make the fences higher," Keselowski suggested....
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Fence Disputes
Palm-Aire neighbors file suit against fence Bradenton Herald - Oct 22, 2009 PALM-AIRE — Neighbors in the Palm-Aire and University Pines neighborhoods have always been protective of the richly wooded area called The Conservatory with its shaded trails running under canopies of moss-draped oaks and mature pines.....
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Fences and Animals - Wildlife
Fence to keep wildlife off highway Grand Junction Sentinel - Oct 20, 2009 Thanks to federal hazard-elimination funding secured by the state, Waterford Corp. is building miles of fencing designed to keep deer and elk off the .....
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Fences and Animals - Domestic
Dog park, $25K fence approved Cody Enterprise - Oct 21, 2009 Four-legged critters and their owners are much closer to having a new place to play in Cody. Locating a dog park near the radio tower at Beck Lake Park and spending $25,000 on fencing ...
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Schools and Fences
Fence will route SU campus walkers Brownsville Herald - Oct 21, 2009 California State Lands officials are asking homeowners to remove no trespassing signs and fences at Speedboat Beach in North Lake Tahoe ...
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USA Mexico Border Fence
New Border Protection MyFox Los Angeles - Oct 27, 2009 San Ysidro (myFOXla.com) - Much of the five miles of border between San Ysidro and the Pacific Ocean had long been known as an easy place to cross...
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Fences and Cemeteries
Cemetery association wants fence to protect grounds Eagle Tribune - Oct 22, 2009 On the face of it, the squabble between the Hilldale Cemetery Association in Haverhill and Mayor James Fiorentini might look like it is over no more than a relatively small amount of money — $800...
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Fence keeps peace at Lake Helen cemetery Daytona Beach News-Journal - Oct 26, 2009 The cemetery is surrounded by a combination of wrought iron and chain-link fencing. Disney World donated the iron fence. A contractor installed the ...
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Fences in the Courts
Boy's finger lost on CPS fence, mother claims in suit Chicago Breaking News - Tribune - Oct 19, 2009 A woman is suing the Chicago Board of Education after her 8-year-old son lost a finger while playing Sept. 14 on a fence around trash bins at the George Manierre School, 1420 N. Hudson Ave.....
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Pool Safety
No excuses, all pools must be fenced Brisbane Times - Oct 20, 2009 ALL home owners with backyard swimming pools, including those on waterfront properties, will be forced to install fences under tough laws to be introduced by the State Government...
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International
Border fence to stem flow of militants Arab News - Oct 21, 2009 Saudi Arabia plans to build a high-tech fence system costing billions of dollars with night cameras, heat sensors, air and sea surveillance to seal off the ......
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Wierd News
Cop accused of pulling gun at haunted house Canoe, CA - Oct 26, 2009 ESSEX, Md. (AP) — A Baltimore city police officer delivered the fright of a lifetime to a haunted house employee, pulling a gun on the chain-saw-wielding man at the end of his act, authorities said Monday...
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Classified Ads
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Beautiful Swing Gate
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West Coast Representative
World leading Gate Automation manufacturer, with US head office in Florida since 2006, is seeking a West Coast Representative. Preferably based in the Los Angeles area, the successful candidate will be responsible for establishing accounts within the Gate Automation market throughout the Western United States. Primary duties include: prospecting for new business (through development of potential customers and winning market shares), growing existing accounts, and providing post-sales service and support. Requirement:
• Minimum 3+ years outside sales experience, preferably in the gate automation or related industry
• Excellent customer service skills
• Understanding of channels of distribution
• Prior experience “cold calling” on new and potential customers
• Excellent presentation skills and follow through
• Ability to recognize and pursue sales opportunities with minimal assistance
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently
• Strong technical aptitude gained by selling technical application products
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
• Must be a self starter
We offer a competitive salary along with an outstanding benefits program and the opportunity to help define this role and make an impact in the organization. Training will be provided.
Interested candidates should send their resume along with compensation requirements to info.bft@bft-usa.com
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KIWI POST DRIVER FOR SALE. Rear tractor mounted post driver. 3 point hitch mount, self standing, 42" side extension, PTO driven hydraulic system. This unit will pound a 6" wood post flat bottom (no point necessary) 4' deep in less than a minute. This would make a great guardrail pounder as well. This includes an auger system with 4" bit and carbide teeth for drilling holes thru rock. I estimate the unit to be approximately 10-15 years old. It has been stored outside so it does have surface rust. I used this appx. 1 year ago and it worked perfectly. $6,990.00 make offer MUST SELL . Please feel free to call with questions. 785-383-5850
SALES/OPERATIONS MANAGER
Expanding South Louisiana Steel Pipe and Fence Supply Company needs experienced Sales/Operations Manager. Great benefits and compensation package. Excellent opportunity for the right person. E-mail resume to: bayoubobbaker@gmail.com.
Sales Representative
Manufacturer seeks independent Sales Representative for gate operators and tubular motors in the Midwest . Local manufacturer purchased by large automation company seeks to expand their market in the U.S. Midwest market has a small client base established, but there are many untapped opportunities. Income will be supplemented until gross sales goal is met.
This opportunity is available immediately! Experience is a plus and training is available.
Benefits:
We are committed to providing a rewarding work experience and a principled company culture of creativity, authenticity and challenge.
To Apply:
To respond to this opportunity, please send your resume to: d.pesca@niceforyou.com
COMMERCIAL FENCE ESTIMATOR
We currently have an immediate opportunity for experienced COMMERCIAL FENCE ESTIMATOR/PROJECT MANAGER.
Relocation is not required, work from local office or home office in your market area. Responsibilities include performing all duties associated with the entire commercial fence sales process and project management. Candidate must be proficient at utilizing online search tools and detailed project estimating, web based project retrieval, and blue print reading.Candidate must have:
* 5 + years of experience estimating and managing commercial fence projects.
* Experience obtaining and managing Government contracts.
* Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
* Verifiable references with an outstanding performance record.
* Unlimited earning potential for an efficient and organized individual.
All inquiries will be kept confidential. Submit interest to fence321@gmail.com
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