Diversified Plastics, Inc. wins coveted Tekne Award for advanced manufacturing

MINNEAPOLIS - Diversified Plastics, Inc. (DPI) received the Minnesota Technology Association’s award for advanced manufacturing at the presentation of the 23rd annual Tekne Awards. The awards highlight and recognize the new and exciting ways technology developed by Minnesota companies is impacting the community and the world.


“The Tekne Awards honor the innovators and tech leaders powering Minnesota’s growing science and technology economy,” says Jeff Tollefson, president and CEO of the Minnesota Technology Association. “Those who viewed this year’s virtual awards ceremony were inspired by the technological breakthroughs being developed in Minnesota and proud of the important role our state plays in global technology innovation.”


The advanced manufacturing category celebrates innovation and pioneering efforts in the use of technology to more efficiently design and produce new products or improve processes for manufacturing products. Advanced manufacturing includes production activities that depend on information, automation, computation, software, sensing and networking.

To watch the award presentation and learn about other award winners and finalists, visit www.divplast.com/2020-tekne-awards/.
             

DPI’s award application highlighted the Acceleration Station™, an additive manufacturing service that delivers the fastest path to market. Although there are many facets to a winning go-to-market strategy, design changes, prototyping and building molds can delay a product launch. DPI’s Acceleration Station produces high-quality parts faster. These services, including the Carbon® Digital Light Synthesis™ (DLS™) additive manufacturing process, make production and prototype parts in days, not weeks, without tooling.


“We’re thrilled to receive this award because it recognizes the outstanding efforts of our employees in providing our customers with the support and tools they need to be more successful,” says Kevin Hogan, CEO of Diversified Plastics, Inc. “The Acceleration Station engineering and production team works closely with customers to save time and money by optimizing parts for digital manufacturing.”


The CarbonDLS additive manufacturing process is up to 100 times faster than traditional additive methods, and transforms product design and production. This technology allows manufacturers and engineers to explore what has been impossible to produce through conventional manufacturing, including articulating structures, part consolidation, variable wall thickness, sharp corners, surface textures and more.

About Diversified Plastics, Inc.

Employee-owned Diversified Plastics, Inc. (DPI) is a custom plastic-injection molder and digital manufacturer of high-precision, close-tolerance parts and components for medical device, filtration, aerospace and a variety of other industrial markets. Founded in 1977, the company is a full-service contract manufacturer providing design for manufacturing assistance, additive manufacturing, mold construction and intricate molding, as well as cleanroom assembly. In 2018, DPI purchased Pacific Plastics Injection Molding in Vista, Calif. DPI is ISO 9001:2015 and 13485:2003 certified, FDA registered, ITAR certified and UL registered. www.divplast.com

 

Ruba Offers Excellent Authentic Lebanese Cuisine In Teddington

Though only established in late 2018, Ruba has quickly established its name as one of the most must-try restaurants in Teddingdon. Offering authentic Lebanese cuisine with a fully licensed bar, this contemporary-designed resto provides a dining experience highlighting the genuine tastes and aromas of Lebanon.

A One-of-a-Kind Dining Experience

Ruba takes pride in their tasteful selection of dishes that showcase the best of the Middle Eastern country’s gastronomic offerings — from their appetizers and specialty salads to their main courses and desserts.

For their main courses, they have both charcoal-and-grill and stew-and-home-style cooking menu items. Using premium quality meat (lamb, chicken, and beef), their meals are also served with fresh potatoes, tomatoes, and made more savoury with Mediterranean spices, healthy oils, and flatbread.

They also have fish and seafood and vegetable menu items to accommodate a wide array of palates. Moreover, the restaurant has a separate menu dedicated to children and to holiday celebrations.

As intricate they prepare their main menu courses, the top-rated restaurant Teddington are also masters in serving unforgettable side dishes and homemade desserts to complete your Lebanese cuisine experience. Their meals can also be further elevated when paired with their roster of Lebanese and international wines.

Ruba also offers takeout, home delivery and catering services. Because personalizing menus is also their expertise, the latter can be tailored to both corporate and residential events. The restaurant is also available for private hire, with their space having a maximum capacity of 55 (seated) and 80 (standing).

Bringing Lebanese Hospitality to Teddington

A must-visit restaurant Teddington, Ruba’s concept revolves around bringing Lebanese hospitality to this part of South West London. Taking inspiration from their namesake — a word which means "green rolling hills overlooking mountainscapes" — the restaurant aims to capture the warmth of this scene and use it to provide respite amidst today’s urban madness.

Because food is their passion, Ruba ensures that every plate they serve is made with passion and excellence. All of the restaurant’s menu items are prepared by experienced and skilled chefs, in an environment that adheres to the highest hygienic standards.

But apart from their food-and-wine selection, their staff’s accommodating service also adds to the restaurant’s warm and pleasant vibe. All of their employees are trained to serve the best service possible to their customers — no matter the age.

The harmonious melding of these elements helps create a dining space where people can share and socialize. It’s no wonder why the restaurant continues to create buzz, especially among those who seek a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Reach Out to Ruba Today

If you want to immerse yourself in a different kind of cuisine while in South West London, Ruba is the place to be.

One of the most exciting restaurants in Teddington, Ruba is conveniently located at the heart of Teddington High Street. From their menus to their staff, the restaurant offers nothing but a great quality of services. Get in touch with them at 0208 977 7700. Browse through their awesome menu and learn more about them at www.rubarestaurant.co.uk.

Improved Stealth Mode Ability Of EmpMonitor Helps Employers Manage Workforce In A More Effective Way

With some notable improvement in stealth mode features, EmpMonitor sets up entrancing features for organizations operating out there.

 

EmpMonitor has amplified the ability, furnished with stealth mode among various features to give out a comprehensive workplace cum productivity management tool alongside maintaining privacy guidelines.

 

The dominant feature, stealth mode, helps employers to conceal the installation of programs in case a hassle is likely to occur within organizations. However, the company doesn’t encourage managers to manipulate the advantages of stealth mode unless the workforce seems to be obstructing the company management policies for some unreasonable reasons.

 

With Stealth mode, EmpMonitor effectively prevents the program from appearing among the desktop programs. Even the task manager can’t identify if any monitoring software is functioning.

 

Employee Management and productivity based software shared the information about the improvement of features via official online circulars as a means to bring transparency in communication between users and the company.

 

“Recent update in stealth mode ability turns our EmpMonitor into an all-inclusive workplace management tool,” Said chief R & D manager at the company.



EmpMonitor also claims that the tool focuses entirely on creating a positive working environment, raising productivity, and establishing healthy relationships among workers with no baggage of stress., “Our software ensures smooth operation by analyzing actions that go on in a company, so managers no longer encounter a productivity crisis despite the consequences of remote working.” The R & D manager added.

 

The full-fledged tool continues to embrace changes, including adding on advanced features to making changes in the existing ones. Earlier this month, EmpMonitor also unveiled exciting security-related features. The quick list includes:-

 

  • Refinement of user behavior analytics.

  • Advanced Web and data monitoring to avoid data breach via the transfer of files
  • Team report preparation.

  • Enabling 3rd party integration for CRM  management.

  • Language localization. Empmonitor automatically gets translated to the local language due to the knack of superior observation.

  • Monitoring emails, besides keeping a check on all the emails sent, received, or saved for later.

 

Note: SignUp Now, and grab special discounts on EmpMonitor monthly and yearly pricing plans, this holiday season. To know more, visit https://empmonitor.com/pricing/

 

About EmpMonitor

 

EmpMonitor is a leading workplace surveillance and employee management tool available for all-sized businesses. The prominent tool offers a free trial session, with no credit card details required. Get more information on the company’s website.

The latest single ‘Cryptocurrency’ is a fast driving rocking masterpiece and wall of sound with huge rock vocals and an energy that could fill a classic rock stadium

Ron Wright is a guitarist, lead vocalist and professional recording artist from Monterey, California. Ron Wright is back with an incredible album featuring some of rocks legendary players and musicians.

Ron Wright has released a powerful album of exceptional modern rock tracks entitled “Ron Wright & Special Guests” featuring 18 Tracks within the Classic Rock genre.  

https://open.spotify.com/album/3wkPyDXoF0E3Y6uASECTE2

This well produced, alternative and master skilled guitar album features legendary musicians and artists including Bobby Kimball – TOTO, Valerie Carter – Michael Jackson, Davey Pattison – Robin Trower, Janet Planet – Van Morrison, Richard Bryant- Little River Band, Tiran Porter – Doobie Brothers and Chris Minto who engineered for KISS. Ron Wright’s out of this world guitar playing has been described as sounding like ‘Eddie Van Halen’, but retains an original and unique ‘Ron Wright’ stamp, with incredible style and improvisation adding an overall authentic and real classic rock

sound and attitude. Is this the lost album from Rock History? 

https://open.spotify.com/album/3wkPyDXoF0E3Y6uASECTE2

https://ronwrightspecialguests.bandzoogle.com/



Video Link: https://open.spotify.com/embed/track/6Skm13TzJwHV7yxZy5NrKY

 

AAFD Seeking Nominations for 2021 Total Quality Franchising Awards

TQF Awards Gala Featured as part of the AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit in May 2021.

San Diego, CA, November 26, 2020 -- The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) is pleased to announce it is accepting nominations for the AAFD Total Quality Franchising Awards for 2021.

The TQF Awards represent AAFD’s opportunity to publicly recognize individuals, franchisors, suppliers and AAFD chapters that have made significant advances in supporting and promoting collaborative franchise cultures and fair and balanced franchise relationships, the AAFD’s vision for Total Quality Franchising.

The AAFD’s TQF Awards will be presented at the Total Quality Franchising Awards Gala during the AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit will be held May 2 – 5, 2021, in Mesa Arizona.

We Need Your Help Nominating Total Quality Franchising Award Recipients!
The AAFD Awards Committee is pleased to invite public nominations to recognize exemplary achievement within the franchising community for the 2021 TQF Awards.

Nominating Instructions:
1. Visit the AAFD’s Conference Website for a complete list of award categories and to make your nomination(s).
2. A complete list of award categories and descriptions are below.
3. Please submit your online nominations no later than January 31, 2021.
4. Please include a little information about why you think your nominee deserves the award.
5. You CAN nominate multiple people for the same award and nominate the same person/organization for multiple awards. Just make sure to tell us why they are deserving of recognition.

Total Quality Franchising Award Categories:

Franchisor of the Year Award 
This award is given to a franchisor that has demonstrated respect for the AAFD’s Fair Franchising Standards and excellent citizenship toward its franchisees. The Franchisor of the Year Award recipient is decided by the AAFD’s Awards Committee and ratified by the company’s recognized franchisee association or franchise advisory council.

AAFD Fair Franchising Seal 
The AAFD Fair Franchising Seal is a highly coveted accreditation that is given to a franchisor that has met the AAFD’s strict Fair Franchising Standards and Franchise System Accreditation Program. Franchisors that earn this award have shown that they embrace a fair, balanced, and collaborative franchising culture.

Franchising Legacy Award
The AAFD’s newly minted Franchising Legacy Award has been created to honor extraordinary individuals for their inspiration, dedication, and significant contribution to the advancement of Total Quality Franchising. This award not only acknowledges an inspiring leader who has made a significant positive impact on the franchising community and is creating a legacy by passing on their vision of franchising for a more fair and equitable franchising future.

Lifetime Achievement Award
This prestigious award recognizes an individual whose lifetime body of work has distinguished himself or herself within the franchising community and who has contributed greatly to the cause of Total Quality Franchising over many years.

AAFD’s Chairman’s Award for Distinguished Service to the Franchising Community
This award is presented to one or more individuals or companies that have made a noteworthy achievement during the past year and admirably upheld the values of Total Quality Franchising.  There may be multiple recipients of the AAFD’s Chairman’s Award.

Franchisee Member of the Year
This award recognizes an individual franchisee who has worked hard to advance the ideals of the Fair Franchising Standards in the previous year. This individual embodies the spirit of fair franchising and has made a difference in the AAFD and franchising community, as well as their franchise system and brand.

Joni Lampl Trailblazer Award
Named for an AAFD Member who earned this award for five consecutive years! The Joni Lampl Trailblazer Award is given to one or more individuals who have worked tirelessly to increase the membership within their franchisee chapter. The Trailblazer Award can be given to multiple individuals who meet these qualifications. Award recipients are decided by the AAFD Director of Membership Development and ratified by the Awards Committee.

Supporting Member of the Year Award
The Supporting Member of the Year Award recognizes an AAFD Supplier Member who has provided distinguished service to the AAFD and our members over the last year.

AAFD Chapter of the Year Award
This award recognizes the AAFD Chapter that has made the most progress in the previous year. In determining the winner of this award, we look at things like chapter achievements, membership growth, membership retention, and overall chapter activity. The Chapter of the Year Award showcases all that a well-functioning, committed chapter can achieve for its membership, and sets a model standard for other chapters to attain.

Rookie Chapter of the Year Award
The Rookie Chapter of the Year Award goes to a chapter that was created in the last year that has shown the most growth, activity, and forward momentum.

Remember to send your nominations to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by January 31, 2021. Thank you for your help!

About American Association of Franchisees and Dealers:
AAFD is the oldest, largest, and most respected direct member franchisee trade association in the United States.  Since 1992, the nonprofit organization has formed and supported exclusive trademark specific chapters for franchisees of hundreds of franchise systems and seeks to foster its vision of Total Quality Franchising—a collaborative franchise culture that respects the legitimate business interests of franchisors and franchisees. For more information, visit https://www.aafd.org

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