News Releases: CBC (AMERICA) Corp.

CBC Flooring appoints new agent, expands distributor's coverage area

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST

COMMACK, N.Y. — CBC Flooring continues to enhance its distribution channels with the appointment of a new agent and expansion of an existing distributor’s area of coverage.

Interior Contract Group (ICG) is an independent agent now representing the TOLI and CERES brands. ICG Floors will cover the states of Iowa and Nebraska, along with the quad cities area of Illinois.

In addition, Professional Flooring Supply (PFS) now distributes the TOLI and CERES lines in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. The three new states are an extension of the current PFS distribution area that includes Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Northern Louisiana.

“These strategic appointments are a continuation of our plan to cover North America with only the most reliable distributors and agents across North America,” said Jeff Collum, director of flooring for CBC Flooring. “We’re confident the industry expertise, customer service and professionalism of ICG Floors and PFS will advance the CBC Flooring brand.”

About CBC (AMERICA)

CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the CBC Group and part of a global network of import, export, trading, and distribution companies, strategically located throughout the world. CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is the largest organization of CBC's companies, with divisions in security products, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, flooring, and plastics and resins. With sales and distribution centers in New York and California, we are able to meet the needs of the North, South and Central American markets. CBC Flooring brands TOLI International, CERES PVC-Free Flooring, Indelval and Salto all share a strong sense of responsibility to the environment in which we live and work, and support the responsible stewardship of resources and the preservation of the air, water, earth and its inhabitants. All CBC Flooring brands are both ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliant.

Visit www.cbcflooring.com for more information.

Contact:    Chip Braulick
                Senior Marketing Manager
                631-759-1747

Kelly Hancock

Hart Associates

419-893-9600

CBC Flooring Growing into Role as Flooring's Premiere Provider

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

OCTOBER 28, 2009 - COMMACK, N.Y. — With the addition of two new brands in 2009, CBC Flooring is poised to evolve from a small, commercial flooring company best known by its core brand, TOLI, to a more formidable one with product lines for nearly all commercial hard surface flooring needs.

The company has a very aggressive five-year growth strategy: supplementing existing products and brands with new ones with a minimum 15 percent annual growth expected, and reaching $100 million in annual sales as a mid-term goal. CBC Flooring is focused on adding critically researched green products, the core of its growth strategy, and those sourced without regard to geographic boundaries, to meet the demand for sustainable products by contractors, architects and designers.

“We are committed to growth and to becoming a single-source supplier for many of our new and existing customers,” said Jeff Collum, Director of Flooring for CBC. “We are seeking out, sourcing and marketing the finest quality flooring products that meet our company’s EcoVision Policy of environmental responsibility,” he said.

CBC has strategically assembled a collection of brands that represent a comprehensive breadth and scope of commercial materials from a single supplier, to meet the varied and changing demands of customers.

The company now sources products from countries covering four continents including Finland, Japan, Argentina, Portugal, Mexico and the U.S., and partners with the best manufacturers worldwide.

CBC Flooring’s two new brands include Indelval, a well-respected and high-performance, natural rubber product manufactured in Argentina, and Salto, which signifies well-chosen, unique and one-of-a-kind products. The first product under the Salto brand is a recycled limestone tile with 80 percent recycled content and a visual appeal that is true its name, Salto Exceptional Flooring.

While it has two new brands under its umbrella, CBC’s reputation for quality in the commercial flooring industry is well known.

“Twenty years ago, TOLI showed the industry the future of flooring products and set a new standard for commercial vinyl flooring,” said Chip Braulick, Senior Marketing Manager. “The TOLI brand is synonymous with innovation and cutting-edge product, such as the more recent launches of MT safety sheet and LL300 modular vinyl tile. Mature sheet flooring continues to set the standard for commercial wood-grain sheet flooring in the world. And Linotesta homogeneous vinyl tile offers a unique, highly styled 18” x 18” format with 50 percent recycled content. That was truly the first oversized format of significance in its category.”

For those specifiers and facility owners interested in PVC-free building material options, CBC Flooring’s second brand, CERES PVC-Free Flooring, is devoted to providing products that promote better indoor air quality, advance green design and offer longer, cleaner lifecycles.

The company’s EcoVision Policy supports environmental responsibility for the world we all share. CBC strives to reduce waste, limit the consumption of natural resources and preserve Earth’s environment for future generations.

About CBC (AMERICA)

Visit www.cbcflooring.com for more information.

Contact:    Chip Braulick
                Senior Marketing Manager
                631-759-1747
                ebraulick@cbcamerica.com

Matt Schroder

Hart Associates

419-345-0036

mschroder@hartinc.com

CBC Launches Indelval Brand in U.S.

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST

OCTOBER 28, 2009 - COMMACK, N.Y. — CBC Flooring is proud to announce it has become the exclusive source of Indelval rubber flooring in North America.

The Indelval brand has been long recognized globally for its exceptional quality in the rubber flooring market, due to its combination of high natural rubber content and its proprietary high pressure vulcanization process, which ensures its products are durable, long lasting, easy to maintain and environmentally friendly.

“We are proud to bring our years of expertise in the rubber flooring market to contractors, architects and designers in the U.S.,” said Omar Rivarola, President of Indelval, which was founded in Buenos Aires, Argentina, more than 40 years ago.

CBC’s Flooring Division decided to bring this brand to the U.S. marketplace after careful consideration of Indelval’s production capabilities and standards, to ensure it is a good product for the U.S. market, said Jeff Collum, Director of Flooring for CBC. Offering Indelval products in both homogenous and double-backing construction allows contractors and designers to source an entire hospital including patient rooms, hallways and operating rooms, which often require homogenous flooring to meet special hygenic requirements, exclusively with CBC products.

“Right now there are limited offerings of rubber sheet flooring in the U.S. market and we hear about it often from our existing customers,” said Collum. “We are delighted to now be positioned to meet that demand in the healthcare, education, and sports facilities markets with this outstanding product, and offer the commercial flooring market a choice of flooring providers.”

The Indelval brand will offer a total of 18 product lines in North America. All Indelval products are made with a high content of natural rubber harvested directly from rubber trees, a renewable resource, and are free of PVCs, plasticizers, halogens, formaldehydes, heavy metals and asbestos. Eco-friendly color pigments, recycling of waste from the manufacturing process and only recyclable packaging materials are more examples of the commitment Indelval has made to being good stewards of the environment. The products and installation systems will contribute to a number of LEED credits including Materials and Resources Recycled Content 4.1 and 4.2, Reuse 3.1 and 3.2 and IEQ Credit 4.1 and 4.3 for indoor air quality.

“Offering the Indelval brand solidifies CBC Flooring’s strong commitment to protecting the environment,” said Chip Braulick, Senior Marketing Manager, CBC Flooring. “This brand is ecofriendly from beginning to end. It starts with the materials it’s made from and the manufacturing process, to its low maintenance requirements and extremely long lifecycle.”

Indelval offers solutions such as sanitary floorings for laboratories, clinics and hospitals; conductive floorings for premises where there is a need to control the electrostatical discharges; flooring for installations where heavy traffic requires a highly durable construction; transport flooring for buses and trains; and sports flooring including glueless interlocking options.

“With over 1,000 possible combinations of standard constructions, finishes and colors, the product offering will appeal to specifiers focused in any market segment,” added Braulick. The recently obtained ISO 9001:2000 certification backs up the quality of Indelval’s services and its concern for continuous improvement.

“This new agreement is a key element in CBC’s strategy to become a single-source supplier of high quality flooring products, known for their superior quality and ease of installation,” said Collum. “Indelval is the type of company that represents our global goal of finding the very best in high-quality sustainable flooring providers.”

About CBC (AMERICA)

Visit www.cbcflooring.com for more information.

Contact:    Chip Braulick
                Senior Marketing Manager
                631-759-1747
                ebraulick@cbcamerica.com

Matt Schroder

Hart Associates

419-345-0036

mschroder@hartinc.com

CBC Chemical Division announces MMB passes the EPA's DfE screen for solvents

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Septmener 30, 2009 - COMMACK, N.Y. – CBC (AMERICA) Chemical Division announces MMB passes the EPA's DfE screen for solvents.

MMB, 3- Methoxy-3- Methyl-1-Butanol, CAS # 56539-66-3
Passes the EPA’s DfE screen for solvents! www.epa.gov/dfe/index.htm

Click here to download Data Sheet

CleanGredients® Listed!!

Distributed Exclusively in the United States, Canada, and Mexico by:

CBC (AMERICA) CORP.
55 Mall Drive • Commack, NY • 11725
Phone 631-930-3484

Sales / Sample information

Warehouse Locations:

Atlanta, GA • Dallas, TX • Florence, NJ • Mississauga, ON, CANADA

Manufactured by: Kuraray Co. Ltd.

About CBC (AMERICA)
CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the CBC Group and part of a global network of Import, Export, Trading, and Distribution companies, strategically located throughout the world. CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is the largest organization of CBC's companies, with divisions in security products, chemicals & pharmaceuticals, flooring, and plastics & resins. With sales and distribution centers in New York and California, we are able to meet the needs of the North, South and Central American markets.

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Visit www.cbcamerica.com for more information.

Contact:
Walter R. Albers,
National Sales Manager
Chemicals & Pharmaceutical Division
636-451-5544
email

CBC (AMERICA) Flooring Division Hires New Technical Services Manager

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

COMMACK, N.Y. – CBC (AMERICA) Flooring Division is adding more than 20 years of flooring industry experience to its team with the hiring of Tim Davis as Technical Services Manager.

He will be responsible for writing technical documents and oversight of technical data accuracy for CBCA. He will start immediately on developing clearly defined claims procedures, reviewing and updating all maintenance guides and performing technical support for product initiatives.

“Tim also will play an active role in how our products are positioned in the market, which shows a unique talent for a technical services manager,” said Chip Braulick, Senior Marketing Manager, CBC (AMERICA) Flooring.

Davis’ industry background also includes product testing, site management, quality control and claim handling.

About CBC (AMERICA)
CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the CBC Group and part of a global network of Import, Export, Trading, and Distribution companies, strategically located throughout the world. CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is the largest organization of CBC's companies, with divisions in security products, chemicals & pharmaceuticals, flooring, and plastics & resins. With sales and distribution centers in New York and California, we are able to meet the needs of the North, South and Central American markets. CBC flooring brands TOLI International and Ceres Natural Floors both share a strong sense of responsibility to the environment in which we live and work; and support the responsible stewardship of resources and the preservation of the air, water, earth and its inhabitants. TOLI International and CERES Natural Floors are both ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliant.

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Visit www.toli.com or www.ceresnaturalfloors.com for more information.

Contact:
Chip Braulick

Senior Marketing Manager

631-759-1747

email

Matt Schroder
Hart Associates
419-345-0036
email

Computar Introduces 3-8mm Full HD Megapixel Lenses

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

August 6, 2009, Commack, NY – Computar^® launches a new series of

1/3” 3-8mm F1.2 HD Megapixel Lenses with a unique optical design assuring optimal performance with HD megapixel camera applications.

3 Megapixel DC Auto Iris or Manual Iris Varifocals

These lenses were designed from ground up to capture precise detail in critical security applications. High quality optics maximize performance with 3 megapixel camera sensors, providing a sharp image in both center and corners of the image plane.

Full HD Format

Standard megapixel lenses often display soft or distorted images on the edges of an HD sensor. By enlarging the image circle design, this series is fully compatible with 720p and 1080p 16:9 format image sensors as well as the standard format 4:3 sensors.

Precise Focus Adjustment

Setting the focus on megapixel IP cameras has been a challenge, especially when working with a limited adjustment range and transmission delays through a network. The focus mechanism on this series has been redesigned to allow more precise focus control. The focus ring rotates a full 180 degrees for better fine-tuning.

IR Corrected Optics

Megapixel cameras utilizing a retractable IR cut filter must use IR corrected lenses to avoid focus shift. Our lenses are designed to work with these true day/night cameras, maintaining sharp focus in both day and night mode even when IR illumination up to 950 nm is deployed.

Corner Brightness

Advanced optical design provides for exceptional brightness in the corners of the image, enhancing overall picture quality and sharpness throughout the image plane.

Manual or DC Auto Iris Models Available

Both a 3-8mm manual iris (model # T3Z0312CS-MPIR) and 3-8mm DC auto iris model (model # TG3Z0312FCS-MPIR) are available depending on your application. The iris aperture on the manual iris ranges from F1.2 – F16C and the auto iris model ranges from F1.2 – F360C.

For more product information, go to www.computarganz.com or call 800 422-6707 NY or 800 888-0131.

About CBC 

For over 30 years, CBC (AMERICA) Corp. has been a leader in the manufacture of intelligent analog and IP video surveillance systems. CBC’s expansive product line and world-class customer support has made us a security system provider choice of businesses worldwide. Computar lenses have long been recognized as the leader in the surveillance industry; Ganz brand has assumed a parallel position in the manufacture of a comprehensive line of intelligent analog, and IP video surveillance solutions from compact security cameras to monitors, DVRs and associated accessories.

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CBC Introduces VOYARIS Mobile Resource Management Product Line

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST

July 9, 2009, Commack, NY - CBC (AMERICA) Corp. New Business Development Division introduced the VOYARIS Mobile Resource Management line of products including: FleetLokator, FleetLogix, SafeGuard Companion, and the Global Asset Tracker.

Voyaris offers a full line of Mobile Resource Management solutions designed to deliver complete control and insight into your mobile operations. Our easily installed vehicle tracking and management devices provide in-depth fleet information through an industry leading, web based fleet management platform.

With a Voyaris solution, you’ll immediately see increased efficiencies by minimizing employee overtime, lowering insurance costs, maximizing fuel efficiency and increased customer service and response.

FleetLokator is ideal for small to large fleets, and does not require complicated software or hardware installation. The FleetLokator allows you to locate, track and manage your fleet and includes Geo-fences, sensors, SOS button, speed alert, ignition on/off, anti-theft alert, manual locate, door unlock, engine disable and daily device diagnostic reports.

FleetLogix has aall the features of the FleetLokator and can also log up to 10,000 locations when cellular service is not available. FleetLogix also features Polygon Geo-Fences, 16 Input/Outputs, a Bluetooth accessory to integrate with Garmin GPS unit, crash sensor and monitors key maintenance functions within your vehicle’s diagnostics system.

Safeguard Companion is a tracking device ideal for personnel accountability. Typical application for this device would be for monitoring security guards, VIP personnel or students. Safeguard Companion tracks location, reports timed check-ins and emergency voice contact availability. This device can also create geo-fences, using the same speed sensor as in the FleetLokator, enabling driving speed monitoring as well. The unit features a magnetic back for attaching to toolboxes and construction equipment at jobsites and has an extended battery or solar powered option available. Adventurers and hunters can also use this product also, with solar charge option.

Global Asset Tracker is a highly integrated, self-contained asset-tracking device in a ruggedized, environmentally extreme weatherproof enclosure. The Global Asset Tracker can be used for cargo security, cargo health monitoring and Homeland Security. This device enables you to track when a container has been opened and let’s you know when your cargo has moved (trailers, rail car, vessel, container or equipment). No external antennas are required. This product can be used with temperature monitoring sensors or volumetric pressure sensors and has up to four (4) year battery life depending on software setup and messages.

In addition, we have the ability to incorporate our mobile cameras and DVRs from our Ganz Automotive products to transmit real-time pictures. By using RFID sensors, we can monitor that a school bus driver has in fact inspected a vehicle or how many times a flat bed tow truck drops its bed to pickup a vehicle or how many times a garbage truck operates its arms as it lifts a container. This combination can also monitor temperature and air pressure in sensitive cargo units.

To find out more about our products and how you can get on the fast track to efficiency, call us at 800-422-6707.

About CBC 
For over 25 years, CBC (AMERICA) Corp. has been a leader in the manufacture of CCTV components. CBC’s expansive product line and world-class customer support have made them the choice of businesses worldwide. Computar lenses have long been recognized as the leader in surveillance lenses; Ganz brand has assumed a parallel position in the manufacture of cameras, recorders and a wide range of peripherals providing end-to-end surveillance solutions.

Contact:

Jim Fecile
Phone: 631-864-9700
Visit us at www.voyaris.com

CBC Introduces Ganz Value Series

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 22, 2009, Commack, NY – CBC (AMERICA) introduced the Ganz Value Series, an economical line of indoor and outdoor cameras, DVRs, monitors and accessories.

The Value Series a combination of new and favorite surveillance solutions from Ganz including: Outdoor IR Domes, Outdoor IR Bullet Cameras, Indoor Domes, the DR4N-Lite Series 4-channel DVR's as well as Monitors, power supplies, Cabling Accessories and complete surveillance kits. “This series delivers superior value at a time when all companies are looking for ways to reduce costs.”

The Ganz Value Series full line of products and brochure can be viewed on CBC's online catalog at www.computarganz.com/value.

About CBC
For over 30 years, CBC has been a leader in the manufacture of CCTV components. CBC’s expansive product line and world-class customer support have made them the choice of businesses worldwide. Computar lenses have long been recognized as the leader in surveillance lenses; Ganz brand has assumed a parallel position in the manufacture of cameras, recorders and a wide range of peripherals providing end-to-end surveillance solutions.

All of CBC's Computar and Ganz products can be viewed on their online catalog at www.computarganz.com.

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CBC (AMERICA) Appoints New Agency: Piece Interior Resources

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 24, 2009, COMMACK, N.Y. –CBC (AMERICA) recently enhanced its sales channel in the upper Midwest with the appointment of Piece Interior Resources.

Jill Zitzer and Piece Interior Resources will market both the TOLI and CERES lines throughout Minnesota and North Dakota.

CBC and the agency will work together to service the architecture and design, contractor and end-user markets, where TOLI has been the industry standard for nearly 20 years, while also exploring new venues and opportunities in the resilient flooring market.

“Zizter’s architecture and design background will be beneficial to her customers,” said Jeff Collum, Director of Flooring at CBC. “Those markets have a lot of potential, and having Piece Interior Resources represent us and build on the great CBCA Flooring tradition with both the TOLI and CERES product lines is positive news for our industry today and for the future.”

About CBC (AMERICA)
CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the CBC Group and part of a global network of Import, Export, Trading, and Distribution companies, strategically located throughout the world. CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is the largest organization of CBC's companies, with divisions in security products, chemicals & pharmaceuticals, flooring, and plastics & resins. With sales and distribution centers in New York and California, we are able to meet the needs of the North, South and Central American markets. CBC flooring brands TOLI International and CERES PVC-Free Flooring both share a strong sense of responsibility to the environment in which we live and work; and support the responsible stewardship of resources and the preservation of the air, water, earth and its inhabitants. TOLI International and CERES PVC-Free Flooring are both ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliant.
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Visit www.toli.com or www.ceresnaturalfloors.com for more information.

Contact:
Chip Braulick

Senior Marketing Manager

631-759-1747

email

Matt Schroder
Hart Associates
419-345-0036
email

Redesigned WELS Sheet Offers Ultimate in Performance and Environmental Friendliness

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 15, 2009, COMMACK, N.Y. – Environmentally-friendly comes in more than just green. In fact, it’s in 28 colorways that start with a durable, easy-to-maintain floor.

In line with CBC (AMERICA)’s commitment to environmentally-responsible products, the redesigned CERES brand WELS Sheet is PVC-free and offers low VOCs for better air quality. It meets low VOC emission requirements for CA 1350, which sets the standard for many indoor air quality certifications. WELS Sheet is polyolefin- and mineral-based and contains no plasticizers or stabilizers. In fact, it can be thermally recycled, as it will not release harmful dioxins.

WELS Sheet is also durable and easy to maintain. This new generation of product features an advanced wear surface. The non-porous, cross-linked, reinforced polyurethane surface is designed to stay clean-looking longer and many applications do not require an onsite finish.
The low-maintenance features – using less water, chemicals and energy – add to its environmental benefits.

The surface sets a new standard for its resistance to dirt, scratches, scuffs, chemicals, solvents and stains, making it ideal for healthcare facilities, schools, offices, restaurants, retail stores or any place where low maintenance is a high priority.

Adding to the environmental and maintenance benefits, WELS Sheet offers the aesthetics and flexibility that designers look for. Its 28 colorways range from pastels and neutrals to deep jewel tones and versatile color-fleck combinations. Many of the colorways have been designed to use coordinating accent chips, so the line is easy to coordinate with multiple colors used on projects. The design options are almost endless with borders, accents and water-jet inserts. Designers will love the pallet and flexibility.

“WELS Sheet was specifically designed to meet a variety of standards, including colors that fit into current and emerging design trends,” said Jeff Collum, Director of Flooring for CBC. “The 28 unique color options are sure to fit any design, in a product that is conscious of environmental and maintenance benefits, as well.”

In addition to the redesigned WELS Sheet, CBC is proud to announce its new response to a growing market demand. The CERES product line, now CERES PVC-Free Flooring, features a full line of commercial flooring products that are completely PVC-free. CBC is committed to supporting environmental responsibility, striving to reduce waste, limiting the consumption of natural resources and preserving Earth’s environment for future generations.

About CBC (AMERICA)
CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the CBC Group and part of a global network of Import, Export, Trading, and Distribution companies, strategically located throughout the world. CBC (AMERICA) Corp. is the largest organization of CBC's companies, with divisions in security products, chemicals & pharmaceuticals, flooring, and plastics & resins. With sales and distribution centers in New York and California, we are able to meet the needs of the North, South and Central American markets. CBC flooring brands TOLI International and CERES PVC-Free Flooring both share a strong sense of responsibility to the environment in which we live and work; and support the responsible stewardship of resources and the preservation of the air, water, earth and its inhabitants. TOLI International and CERES PVC-Free Flooring are both ISO 9001 and ISO 1400.
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Visit www.ceresnaturalfloors.com for more information.

Contact:
Chip Braulick

Senior Marketing Manager

631-759-1747

email

Matt Schroder
Hart Associates
419-345-0036
email