Electronic manufacturing services, or EMS, is a field that is essential to almost all industries, but surprisingly, is mostly hidden from the general public. Original equipment manufacturers, or OEM, utilize the services of EMS companies to help bring their products to market.

This particular episode of Business Update will focus on the importance of EMS in the aerospace and defense industry. IEC Electronics is responsible for the printed circuit board and wire and cable harness assemblies that make the most advanced systems run smoothly and efficiently.

Jeffrey T. Schlarbaum, President of IEC said “Our customer’s products often operate in harsh environments and situations where failure cannot be tolerated. It is our mission to ensure these complex electronics are manufactured flawlessly so that they perform as intended.” Schlarbaum continues, “In pursuit of our vision to be Absolutely, Positively Perfect and On-Time, IEC has continued to play an important role delivering fail-safe electronics to the aerospace and defense industries for mission-critical applications.”

“IEC Electronics is a company that plays a role in the operation of equipment that is vital to our nation’s security,” said Vince Moss, producer for Business Update. “Viewers are going to be surprised at what happens behind the scenes at IEC.”

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About IEC Electronics:

IEC Electronics Corporation is a premier provider of electronic manufacturing services (“EMS”) to advanced technology companies primarily in the military and aerospace, medical, industrial and computing sectors. The Company specializes in the custom manufacture of high reliability, complex circuit cards, system level assemblies, a wide array of custom cable and wire harness assemblies, and precision sheet metal products. As a full service EMS provider, IEC is a world-class ISO 9001:2008, AS9100 and ISO13485 certified company. The AS9100 certification enables IEC to serve the military and commercial aerospace markets. The ISO13485 certification supports the quality requirements of medical device markets. The Company is also AC7120 Nadcap accredited for electronics manufacturing to support the most stringent quality requirements of the aerospace industry, as well as ITAR registered and NSA approved under the COMSEC standard. IEC Electronics is headquartered in Newark, NY (outside of Rochester) and also has operations in Victor, NY, Rochester, NY, Albuquerque, NM and Bell Gardens, CA. Additional information about IEC can be found on its web site at www.iec-electronics.com.

Media Contact:
Jodi Wahl
Marketing Coordinator
IEC Electronics Corp
315-331-7742

After searching in vain for a suitable pilot bag, certified flight instructor Ross Bishop changed the game when he created the revolutionary BrightLine Bags Pilot Flight Bag. The world-wide success of that product led to the innovations that come with their second generation of products; “The FLEX System”, which takes this re-invention to a new level and expands it to include the world of utility bags for just about any field professional.

This episode of Business Update will focus on the multitude of challenges faced by the field professional on a daily basis. Viewers will learn how the BrightLine Bags FLEX System can make life easier, safer, and more effective for pilots, policemen, paramedics and other professionals whose workplace is out in the field, on land, at sea, and in the air.

“The nature and the significance of the innovations we’ve been making to professional utility bags has caused a level of enthusiastic response we’ve never seen in the bag industry before”, said Ross Bishop, President of BrightLine Bags. “This reflects the simple fact (which, until now, has clearly been overlooked) that when compared to all the things that any field pro carries, the bag they use is as important as anything in it. How well that bag performs goes a long way toward determining how well that professional performs. Our new ‘FLEX System TM’ with its ‘Adaptive Utility TM’ technology, sets new standards of versatility and effectiveness which will allow field pros to better fulfill the variety of “missions” they face every day. We’re thrilled with the opportunity to team with Business Update to get the word out about this unique bag system.

“It is with tremendous excitement that we are announcing our partnership with BrightLine Bags,” said Vince Moss, producer for the series. “Viewers will be amazed by the new FLEX System and the variety of ways that this innovative utility bag can enhance their lives.”

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About Brightline Bags:

BrightLine Bags, Inc. is a creative company based in San Rafael, California that designs and builds utility bags that stand out by applying unequaled detailed engineering and by incorporating innovative real-world functionality into utility bags for field professionals whose success depends on the quality and performance of those bags.

For more information, visit: www.brightlinebags.com or call 415-721-7825.

Media Contact:
Ross Bishop
415-721-7825

Excelerate’s message is simple: Conducting defense and aerospace business internationally is the future; you just have to do it correctly. This particular episode of Business Update will focus on the importance of American defense contractors engaging the international defense industry.

Mike Doubleday, President & CEO said, “Excelerate’s focus is in conducting safe and effective defense and aerospace business in the international marketplace by ensuring ITAR and EAR compliance, pursuing business opportunities worldwide and by providing viable and cost effective system and engineering solutions for our domestic and international customers.”

“Excelerate plays a vital role in this new global economy,” said Vince Moss, producer for the series. “It is now more important than ever for American defense manufacturers to ‘go global’.”

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About Excelerate, Inc.:

Excelerate’s focus is in conducting defense and aerospace business in the global marketplace. We are a technically based company with expertise in the regulations, business practices and processes and engineering to successfully and safely conduct high technology business worldwide. Our domestic and foreign customers come to us for ITAR and EAR compliance and support; complex engineering system integration, development and solutions; and worldwide business practices, customs and operations support.

For more information, visit: www.Excelerate-Inc.com or call (256) 325-4050.

Media Contact:
Laura Patrick
Laura@Excelerate-Inc.com
(256) 325-4050 x112

This particular episode of Business Update will focus on the advancements that Gar Kenyon has made in the field of high quality, hydraulic/pneumatic and electromechanical aerospace components. It will also explore the innovative lean business practices that were instituted by Fournier when he took the company over in 2003 and relocated it to Naugatuck, CT. “Gar Kenyon’s teams of dedicated and talented professionals have set the stage for a culture of innovation and relentless focus on serving our customers’ needs enabling us to enjoy the growth that we have experienced. Our recent leadership changes including the promotion of Khoi Vu to President & COO shall only serve to accelerate our rate of progress through organic growth and acquisitions,” said Chairman & CEO Steven Fournier.

“The aerospace industry has taken a tremendous hit in recent years. It is truly impressive to watch an American based manufacturer like Gar Kenyon weather the storm and come out on top,” said producer Vince Moss.

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, their award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About Gar Kenyon:

Gar Kenyon Aerospace and Defense is proud to be celebrating its 60th year as a recognized leader in the design, fabrication, assembly and testing of advanced, high-quality, hydro-mechanical, electromechanical and mechanical components and assemblies for aerospace. The combination of technical excellence, responsiveness and innovation makes Gar Kenyon the industry’s source for hydraulic and pneumatic aerospace components.

For more information, visit: www.garkenyon.com

This episode of Business Update will highlight the innovations made by Tampa Yacht, and the impact that they are having in the global war on terror.

The dramatic rise in use by terrorist of asymmetric warfare represents a new and emerging worldwide threat. Into this environment, Tampa Yacht Manufacturing LLC is providing complete coastal defense solutions with custom configured proven defense craft. The features found in all of Tampa Yacht Manufacturing patrol craft combine to form capabilities that are faster, better maneuvering, better equipped, better armed, and fitted with sensors that allow undetected surveillance from over the horizon, and fully protect the occupants from enemy fire. The terrorist craft are no match for the new breed of coastal defense assets.

“Tampa Yacht Manufacturing LLC is grateful for the opportunity that Business Update has provided to highlight the hard working defenders of freedom that ours and companies like ours quietly provide each day,” said Bob Stevens, owner of Tampa Yacht Manufacturing.

“Tampa Yacht Manufacturing is really making waves in the industry. The advancements that they are making in coastal defense is like nothing that I have ever seen before,” said Vince Moss, producer for the series.

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About Tampa Yacht Manufacturing:

Incorporated in 2006 Tampa Yacht Manufacturing LLC is dedicated to providing each and every customer with the safest, most technologically advanced high performance military and commercial craft on the water. With high speed performance and maneuverability, compatibility with an array of high tech weaponry and navionics, and the safety of advanced ballistic protection, our boats are purpose-built high-tech tools for protecting the world’s coastlines.

For more information, visit: www.tampa-yacht.com or call 727-954-3435.

Media Contact:

Bob Stevens
robert.stevens@tampa-yacht.com

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The Soucy Group has over 40 years of experience in rubber track manufacturing, and they have translated that experience into a revolutionary breakthrough for farming track systems.

This episode of American Farmer will focus on how a rubber track system can be a tremendous upgrade over traditional wheel systems for farming equipment.

“In today’s world, where respect for the environment and agronomy are a top priority, Soucy Track systems offer a sustainable solution for soil compaction and no-till farming, while saving a great deal of time, fuel and money,” explains Marc McDonald, Regional Manager for Soucy Track.

“I am excited to be working with Soucy Track on this project, to show the general public just how much they are doing to change the industry,” said Shirley White, producer for the series. “The Soucy Track can dramatically improve machinery in terms of flotation, traction and comfort.”

About American Farmer:

American Farmer is a breakthrough program on a mission to showcase the latest advancements in agriculture and farming. From seed to harvest to food production, their producers have traveled the country covering the people, places and issues impacting all areas of farm country. American Farmer is produced and distributed by DMG Productions, an award-winning content provider of educational programming to the television industry.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About Soucy Track:

Soucy Track, a Canadian manufacturer of rubber tracks for farm vehicles, was founded in 2005 by Mr. Gilles Soucy, a farm owner himself. Today, its wide range of products is distributed in over 25 countries around the world and fits machinery such as tractors, combines, trailers and UTVs.

Soucy Track is part of the Soucy Group, a 45 years old company that engineers and manufactures a wide variety of components for Original Equipment Manufacturers in the powersport, industrial, agricultural and defence industries.

For more information, visit: www.soucy-track.com or call 819-474-6665.

With 49 satellites currently in orbit, SES Government solutions is a leading global commercial satellite operator and is focused exclusively on meeting the satellite needs of the U.S. Government. SES is currently the second largest fleet operator in the world, and has one of the most aggressive launch schedules in the industry. With eight additional launches over the next two years, SES is positioned to serve their customers today, and meet their growing needs into the future.

This episode of Business Update will highlight the satellite industry, and show viewers just how much the world relies on information from satellites in orbit.

Tip Osterthaler, President and CEO of SES Government Solutions remarked, “Our number one objective as an organization is to provide essential communications capabilities to the men and women of the armed forces as well as federal civilian agencies. We are committed to doing just that.”

“The applications for satellite technology are endless. I am excited for viewers to see just how much SES Government Solutions has to offer to the US government and its armed forces,” said Vince Moss, producer of Business Update.

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.
For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About SES Government Solutions:

SES Government Solutions, a subsidiary of global satellite operator SES, is exclusively focused on meeting the satellite communications needs of the U.S. Government. Leveraging more than three decades of experience in the government SATCOM market, SES Government Solutions offers robust and secure satellite-based communications solutions. Supported by SES’s fleet of 49 satellites offering comprehensive global coverage, SES Government Solutions offers highly reliable fixed and on-the-move capacity.

For more information, visit: www.ses-gs.com or call 703-610-1000.

Media Contact:
Nicole Robinson
Nicole.robinson@ses-gs.com
703-610-0972

This segment of Business Update will focus on how engineering simulation is changing the way aerospace and defense products are tested and evaluated. Instead of constructing laborious and expensive physical tests, engineering simulation allows products to be tested in a virtual environment on a computer.

CD-adapco will be featured in this episode to demonstrate how engineering simulation plays a vital role in the aerospace and defense industry. In an environment where economic pressures and congressional budgets require reduced development costs and time to market, its software product, STAR-CCM+ aids the industry in meeting such demands. CD-adapco is a well-established global company in this space, and has been growing at ~30% annually in the US. During this time the aerospace and defense industry has been the fastest growing sector for CD-adapco.

Deryl Snyder, CD-adapco’s Director of Aerospace & Defense commented, “At CD-adapco, our purpose is to inspire innovation while reducing costs through the application of engineering simulation. Nowhere is this truer than in the aerospace and defense industry. Our customers are able to improve their development processes by using simulation to reduce time and cost while simultaneously enhancing their product. This provides them with a critical competitive advantage, especially in the current economic environment.” Snyder continued, “We are pleased to be featured in the Business Update series, and recognize that it offers a valuable opportunity to share how we enable organizations to compete and excel in a changing aerospace and defense industry.”

Vince Moss, producer for the series said, “Physical testing can cost a company or government organization hundreds of thousands of dollars. A reliable simulation can provide the same results at a fraction of the cost. Engineering simulation is changing the aerospace and defense industry.”

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About CD-adapco:

CD-adapco (www.cd-adapco.com) is the world’s largest independent CFD focused CAE provider. Our core products are the technology-leading simulation packages, STAR-CCM+ and STAR-CD. The scope of our activities, however, extends well beyond CFD software development to encompass a wide range of CAE engineering services in fluid dynamics, heat transfer and structural engineering.

A privately owned company, CD-adapco has maintained near 30% organic year-on-year growth in the US. CD-adapco employs over 550 talented individuals, working at 25 different offices across the globe.

For more information, visit: www.cd-adapco.com or call (631) 549-2300.

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The episode is intended to educate the public on the importance of radar technology associated with national defense. In addition to more well-known surveillance and long-range monitoring applications, specialized radar technology is essential to protecting critical multi-million dollar defense equipment such as advanced fighter jets, missile/anti-missile systems, and numerous other operational ground and naval systems vital to US military forces, both foreign and domestic.

“We are very pleased to be featured on this episode of Business Update,” said Dr. Jerry Jost, President and CEO of STAR Dynamics. “The producers have presented the complex, high-tech applications of our radar technology in an entertaining, educational, and stimulating manner. While highlighting our unique contributions to national defense with advanced radar systems, this program also provides an insightful perspective on the evolution of radar technology in general. It’s an exciting, informative show!”

“Radar is a fascinating technology that doesn’t get highlighted enough.” said Vince Moss, producer for the series. “This behind-the-scenes technology is responsible for safeguarding some of the most advanced and expensive equipment currently operated by our military.”

About Business Update:

Business Update is a corporate-America type series covering the world of business, finance and technology. From Main Street to Wall Street, our award-winning producers take an in-depth look into some of the hottest topics and current trends impacting our society.

For more information visit: www.dmgproductions.org or call (866) 496-4065.

About STAR Dynamics:

STAR Dynamics is universally recognized for innovating and developing unique, special-purpose radar systems and associated technology used to support a wide variety of advanced defense programs. This technology heritage began more than two decades ago, and the company now provides a diverse radar product line and systems integration capability with more than 100 advanced radars deployed worldwide. STAR Dynamics delivers superior products, integrated systems, and responsive support services while continuing to design and develop next-generation radar and sensor technology through internal reinvestment in sustaining R&D. STAR Dynamics high performance products are supplied to domestic and foreign customers in commercial and military markets, and its team of dedicated employees will ensure the company’s position as a leading supplier of state-of-the-art instrumentation radar systems.

For more information, visit: www.stardynamics.com or call (866) 790-2751.

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