July 16, 2008 Released by NIST on June 30, Special Publication 800-53A can help information system managers negotiate process of assessing security controls in information systems. Assessment procedures provided in publication define disciplined and structured process for determining if security controls in federal information systems are implemented correctly, operating as intended, and producing desired outcome with respect to meeting organizational security policies.

July 16, 2008 Together with Engineering Management Certification International, SME will launch certification program that facilitates and maintains competence in engineering management among qualified engineers, scientists, and technologies. After comparing its own CEM program and EMCI program, SME determined that by merging the two, it could provide members and customers with powerful, widely accepted credential that is highly endorsed by other engineering societies.

July 11, 2008 Launched with 6 collections from ISO 14000 series of environmental management system standards, ANSI iPackages enables users to customize licensed standards by adding notes, tables, images, attachments, and hyperlinks. Internal policies and procedures can be optimized by linking corporate documents to full documents or specific text references. With version comparison technology, users can identify additions, deletions, and modifications to licensed content.

July 10, 2008 Sponsored by American Society of Association Executives and The Center for Association Leadership, 2008 Association Advance America Awards program recognizes associations that propel America forward. FMA received award for Summer Manufacturing Camps for Youth program, which provides grants to non-for-profit organizations and educational institutions that offer overnight or day camps to introduce young people to careers in manufacturing and engineering.

July 10, 2008 At 31st session in Geneva, Switzerland, Codex Alimentarius Commission and member countries approved guidelines to promote safety of products from agricultural plant and animal biotechnology. Standards represent Codex's commitment to promoting food safety for consumers, while embracing scientific advances and fostering trade of biotech-derived agriculture products. BIO and its members applaud U.S. and governments worldwide for moving science-based guidelines to adoption by Codex.

July 9, 2008 Scheduled for March 31 to April 2, 2009, Vision Show will provide machine vision users, integrators, machine builders, and OEMs with access to latest machine vision technologies and applications from more than 100 manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. Accompanying conference will include in-depth tutorials and sessions on topics such as fundamentals of machine vision, lighting, and optics; how to select machine vision components; and integrating machine vision into systems.

July 9, 2008 From Oct 12-13, ASC is offering Technical Short Course on Hot Melts in conjunction with 2008 Fall Convention and Expo at Baltimore Marriott Waterfront. On Oct 12, presentations will include introduction to hot melt markets with focus on platicizers, styrenic block co-polymers, waxes, hydrocarbon tackifiers, and antioxidants. Presentations on Oct 13 will cover raw materials market for hot melts, including packaging and paper converting adhesives, non-woven adhesives, and PSA labels and tapes.

July 9, 2008 Created by Americans for Transportation Mobility coalition, FasterBetterSafer campaign is intended to be wake-up alarm to urge Congress and next Administration to increase federal investment in nation's aging and overburdened transportation system. According to Dennis J. Slater, AEM President, AEM is prepared to commit resources to support FasterBetterSafer campaign since future economic health of nation depends on strong transportation network.

July 9, 2008 Scheduled for Oct 6-8 in Las Vegas, FABTECH® International and AWS Welding Show is expected to bring in estimated 20,000 attendees and more than 800 exhibitors. On Oct 6, Jim Waters, VP of Caterpillar Production System at Caterpillar, will discuss Embracing Challenges of Manufacturing in Global Economy. Dean Kamen, founder of FIRST and president of DEKA Research and Development Corp, will deliver presentation on Inspiring Future Generations to Lead World in Innovation on Oct 7.

July 9, 2008 According to FMA, Nathan Ruby's extensive background in philanthropy makes him qualified to guide donors through steps of making corporate or individual gift to FMA Foundation. Ruby has spent past 12 years developing mission and expanding programs of nonprofits by increasing income from individuals, corporations, and businesses. As Certified Fund Raising Executive, he has managed capital campaigns, established first-time development programs, and trained fundraising staff.

July 8, 2008 According to ELFA's MLFI-25 Monthly Leasing and Financing Index, which reports economic activity for $650 billion equipment finance sector, overall new business volume for May increased 6.5% when compared to same period in 2007. Originations month-to-month remained flat, stabilizing at $7.2 billion, while receivables in less-than-30 day category were 97.0% in May, up slightly from prior month. Credit approval ratios increased 2.3% from 73.9% to 76.2% when compared to prior month.

July 8, 2008 Scheduled for Sept 15-17, DPF '08 includes dedicated track of papers focused on digital energy management and power management in enterprise-critical installations. Two extended sessions related to system-level implementation of digital power management are being organized in cooperation with PMBus(TM) Organization. Third parallel track of papers will cover various aspects of Advanced Components including advanced semiconductor devices, passive components, and thermal management.

July 8, 2008 An AWWA webcast, beginning at 1pm EDT on July 23, will cover applications of nanotechnology within water sector and its implications on treatment, sustainability, public health, and safety. Webcast presenters include Nora Savage, Ph.D., Environmental Engineer, U.S. EPA; Eric Hoek, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Henry Samueli, Chair, both of the University of Los Angeles; and Bob Burk, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, NanoH2O, Inc.

July 8, 2008 NEMA has published LL 8-2008, Limits on Mercury Content in Self-ballasted Compact Fluorescent Lamps. Published by the NEMA Lamp Section, it covers limited integral, self-ballasted compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) of all base types, such as E26 and GU24. The document provides an industry process to commit to a voluntary maximum mercury dose level per lamp and applies to integral, self-ballasted CFLs manufactured or imported after April 15, 2007.

July 8, 2008 The Luminaire Section of the NEMA is currently seeking additional roadway and area lighting planning and use membership for its Accredited Standards Committee 136 (ASC 136). General Interest and User categories members are particularly needed in order to provide proper balance among the participants. Requests for membership may be forwarded to the ACS 136 Secretary Alex Boesenberg. Members are expected to fulfill obligations of active participation.

July 8, 2008 Scheduled for August 25-26 in Los Angeles, Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference will showcase ITS industry leaders who are providing solutions for airport land side management. It will feature airport managers sharing real-world results, lessons learned, success stories, and reasons why they have chosen ITS products and services. ITS provide solutions to challenges such as managing parking, commercial vehicle movement, and incident management.

July 8, 2008 Receiving Honorable Mention at 2008 Business Marketing Association ACE Awards, Real Safety Campaign combined public relations, video, and online marketing to raise awareness of 2008 NEC® requirements for tamper-resistant receptacles. Educational video served as primary component, supported by fact sheets, press releases, and other public relations materials. Since campaign's launch, nearly 20 states and local jurisdictions have begun to enforce code or have voted to adopt it.

July 8, 2008 Scheduled for Sept 22-23 at Hilton Suites Chicago Magnificent Mile, 2008 Fall Meeting will offer opportunity for committees to pursue their agendas without distractions of broader programming at BSA Annual Convention. Participants will be able to network with industry peers in casual setting. In addition to regular schedule, BSA's Information Technology and Supply Chain Committee will host presentation from representative of Google on company's suite of applications.

July 7, 2008 On Aug 25-28, U.S. Dept of Energy, Electric Power Research Institute, U.S. EPA, and Air and Waste Management Association will present 7th MEGA Symposium, which will provide detailed look at issues related to power plant air emissions. Conference will cover techniques for reducing SOx, NOx, particulate, mercury, and toxics emissions from fossil-fueled boilers, as well as carbon dioxide emissions abatement and carbon management technologies.

July 7, 2008 Reimbursement of fees associated with becoming Certified Laser Safety Officer or Certified Medical Laser Safety Officer has been approved for veterans' benefits by State of Florida, Department of Veterans' Affairs. Certifications are available through Board of Laser Safety and demonstrate that individuals serving in field of laser safety have agreed to adhere to high standards of safety and professional practice.