UltraJoist, the super dry construction timber produced by Glenalmond Timber has had its superior spanning performance acknowledged by TRADA. The span tables produced for Glenalmond Timber by the industry research body clearly demonstrate that, for an equivalent cross sectional profile, UltraJoist will out-span an equivalent ibeam.

The tables, available from the website www.ultrajoist.com, were produced by TRADA to provide independently calculated figures for the innovative solid timber system. In some cases, for example, a 45 x 220 UltraJoist beam will outspan a 60 x 220 ibeam.

The span tables have vindicated all we have been saying about the performance of Ultrajoist and they enable specifiers to select the most appropriate size of timber. We have also had the timber sizer application developed which can be downloaded from the Ultrajoist website, it will perform all of the required calculations.” explained Fraser Steele, MD of Glenalmond Timber.

The more we can use real, solid, FSC Certified timber in all aspects of construction, the better for the environment. Solid timber is well understood, we have been using it for thousands of years and we know how it performs over a variety of conditions and over time. The only difference is that Ultrajoist remains dimensionally stable.” he added.

A full set of span tables plus the timber sizer can be accessed via the Ultrajoist website – www.ultrajoist.com.

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Bantry, Co. Cork, Ireland – 29 February 2008 – Dark World International, a quickly growing independent label from West Cork, Ireland, is streaming tracks from their artists at www.cyqo.com that will be available nowhere else on the internet. For the first time ever, fans of Deemed Psychotic, Kylyra, Infinisynth, Milwaukee’s Black Orchid, Stygian Tars, Dream Quest, Future Dialogue, Tor’s Angst, Johnny M, Doctor When and Jam for the Dead will be able to listen to their favourite songs in their entirety.

According to President Kris Ameringer, Dark World International’s affiliation with Cyqo Music was a logical choice. “Cyqo Music is a relatively new music networking site, but it’s growing fast. The website traffic I’ve seen coming in to www.darkworld.com from Cyqo Music is astounding. The site is easy to use, friendly, and is already posting podcasts and arranging features in hard press for their member artists. I can strongly recommend to all indie and unsigned artists to check out www.cyqo.com.”

In a unique move from this highly ranked internet site, darkworld.com has added reciprocal links to Cyqo Music in several areas of their extensive website. “Our internet traffic has continually reached new record numbers in 2008,” according to Kris Ameringer. “That’s due in part to Cyqo Music. More importantly for Dark World International, Cyqo Music offers artists the ability to upload as many songs as they like, so we’re not limited to just a few tracks like so many other places on the net. We’re in the process of uploading entire releases from artists so fans can hear songs in full before they buy the album.”

Dark World International is streaming exclusive tracks from their artists at Cyqo Music. Join the rest of the world in discovering Deemed Psychotic, Kylyra, Infinisynth, Milwaukee’s Black Orchid, Stygian Tars, Dream Quest, Future Dialogue, Tor’s Angst, Johnny M, Doctor When and Jam for the Dead at www.cyqo.com.

Contact:
Kris Ameringer, President
[email protected]

http://www.darkworld.com

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Bantry, Co. Cork, Ireland – 15 February 2008 – Techno artist Johnny M has signed up with Dark World International to release his newest CD, Riddle. Long time fans of his website johnnysugar.com are already familiar with this brilliant techno artist’s dynamic range. Now Johnny M is releasing several mixes of his earlier work to a wider internet audience and Riddle, due out in 2008 on iTunes, promises to be a hit with fans worldwide.

A highly sought after talent, Johnny M has been busy working as a DJ in Minneapolis, MN (aka DJ Johnny Sugar) and found work as a dancer and back-up vocalist for local dance/pop diva Lolly Pop. He is most actively performing with Dr. Farrago’s Burlesque Theatre, which he also manages, DJs for, and where he occasionally appears as a performer.

Johnny M has authorised the DRM free release of four songs for the internet in anticipation of his up coming release, Riddle. Streamed for download and available at CyqoMusic, MySpace, and CNET, these four songs showcase his irresistible grooves that gently fold from one sound to another.

Johnny M’s magnificent debut release, Riddle, proves he is an artist capable of moulding songs from equal parts darkness and light, club and ambient, sacred and profane. Join the rest of the world in discovering Johnny M, now available through Dark World International.

Contact:
Kris Ameringer, President
[email protected]

http://www.darkworld.com

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Clarksville, MD-February 28, 2008—A little known solution to the broad problems of unsightly, dated, damaged or mismatched carpeting is carpet dyeing and color restoration. Apart from being highly effective, it is much cheaper to have carpets dyed to look new than to replace them, with savings as high as 65%-75% when compared to new carpet costs. Colorful Carpets® is one of the nation’s leading experts in carpet dyeing and carpet restoration services and has a prestigious roster of clients that includes The White House, The National Gallery of Art, the Maryland Senate, the Maryland Governor’s Office and Marriott Hotels, as well as residential properties.

In addition to the regular wear and tear with use, carpets and rugs can suffer damages such as fading due to sunlight exposure, color loss from chemical spills, and pet stains. Outdated carpet colors can also age a property tremendously.

Homes can get a facelift just by simply changing the color or design of carpeting. Colorful Carpets® can help with all of this and more with a range of services that include Bleach Spot Repair, Color Restoration, Color Change, Design Dyeing, and Stain Removal.

“Colorful Carpets® can create custom colors, add borders, shapes, and other designs to carpets and rugs,” says Chris Howell, Founder and President of Colorful Carpets®. “All of our dyes are guaranteed permanent and colorfast, in addition to being environmentally friendly and non-toxic. The process is quick; freshly-dyed carpet may be walked on immediately.”

Colorful Carpets® is also among the foremost experts in the world for performing intricately detailed color restorations on Persian & Oriental Rugs. Persian Rugs tend to be very susceptible to damage from sun fading and restoring them is an art form. The experts at Colorful Carpets® can fully restore color damaged rugs utilizing custom airbrush equipment that they specifically developed for this intricate art.

About Colorful Carpets®

Colorful Carpets® is one of the premier sources for all carpet dyeing and color restoration needs and serves the Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia regions. Additional locations on the West Coast serve Southern California, Arizona and Las Vegas.Chris Howell of Clarksville, Maryland established his carpet dyeing company in the year 2000 following an incident where his dog destroyed the brand new carpeting in his home. There were no companies in the area who were able to fix the problem. Recognizing the need for such a company, Howell opened his carpet dyeing service and its success drew prestigious clients such as The White House and Marriot Hotels. In October of 2006 Howell adopted the name Colorful Carpets® for his company. Colorful Carpets® also has the distinction of being the only company in the country that performs such intensive color restorations on color-damaged Persian Rugs and Oriental Rugs, and receives rug restoration projects from all over the country, as well internationally. For more information, visit Colorful Carpets® online at www.colorfulcarpets.com or call (301) 776-2393.###

Bankruptcy is still an available option to most Americans in financial difficulty. Creditors can be stopped, and foreclosures can be prevented.

Recent changes in the Bankruptcy Laws and the publicity associated with them has led many to believe that Bankruptcy is no longer available as a means of avoiding unbearable debt. This is not true.

In 2005, Congress passed sweeping legislation, sponsored by the Consumer Credit industry, which changed the requirements for seeking Bankruptcy relief. Since the 2005 amendments to the Bankruptcy Code there has been a lot of misinformation regarding the accessibility of the Bankruptcy Courts for Americans in financial difficulty. But Bankruptcy is not dead.

In fact, today, most Americans in financial difficulty can still use the Bankruptcy Courts for protection. There are two ways to establish your eligibility for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

One way to establish eligibility for a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is to show that the household’s income, for six months, is less than the national median income for the same size household (adjusted for each state). Of course, many households in America make less than the median income while a similar number make more than the median income.

For those households that make more than the median, there is a second test to establish eligibility for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. However, the second test is more complicated. The second eligibility test is based upon whether most of the household’s income is needed for the necessities of life. Many American households, today, use all of their income, and more, for the necessities of life. This second test, therefore, affords eligibility to many households which make more, sometimes much more, than the national median income.

We find that more than 75% of the individuals that consult with us regarding Bankruptcy protection are eligible under the 2005 Amendments to the Bankruptcy Code. This, of course, requires a careful analysis by an experienced Bankruptcy Lawyer.

Before the law was changed in 2005 many lawyers and paralegals dabbled in Bankruptcy. Today, many of those lawyers and paralegals will not. The State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization certifies the competency of Bankruptcy Specialists so that a client seeking the advice of a Bankruptcy Specialists can be certain that the chosen lawyer is competent to protecting their interests.

In these troubled financial times there is one portion of the Bankruptcy Code, which specifically affords protection for people under the threat of foreclosure. Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code allows for homeowners to stop foreclosure proceedings and force their lenders to allow sixty months to pay back arrearages. This is just the relief that many American Households need.

Here too, the eligibility for a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy is something that should only be analyzed by an experienced Bankruptcy Lawyer. The specific financial facts for each individual must be review in determining whether Bankruptcy is a good idea. But, it is still available and makes good sense for many financially troubled Americans.

Bankruptcy is not dead but alive and well as a tool in the hands of an experienced lawyer to protect valuable assets and financial well-being.

Richard A. Brownstein
Brownstein and Brownstein LLP
21700 Oxnard Street, Suite 1160
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Tele: 818 905-0000
[email protected]

http://www.brownsteinllp.com

One of only 105 lawyers in the State, Certified by the California Bar Association, Board of Legal Specialization as a Bankruptcy Specialist.

Bantry, Co. Cork, Ireland – 22 February 2008 – Techno artist Doctor When has signed up with Dark World International to release his debut CD. Dark World International fans lucky enough to receive a copy of the promotional CD ‘Noorderslag 2006′ are already familiar with the hardcore psychedelic rave style of Doctor When, and his debut CD due out in 2008 on iTunes promises to be a hit worldwide.

Doctor When has authorised the DRM free release of ‘Stilton Dreams’ for the internet in anticipation of his up coming debut release. Streamed for download and available at CyqoMusic, MySpace, and CNET, ‘Stilton Dreams’ showcase his fresh and imaginative techno born out of manic energy and boredom.

Doctor When’s long awaited debut release promises to be a club favourite. With downloads of his material at CNET and other sites quickly growing, Doctor When’s first CD will undoubtedly push him to the forefront of the techno music scene. Join the rest of the world in discovering Doctor When, now available through Dark World International.

Contact:
Kris Ameringer, President
[email protected]

http://www.darkworld.com

The location of the new Bulgarian beach front property, Aqua Paradise Residence, lends itself ideally for a superb property investment or holiday home. Only 250 meters from the widest part of the sand strip in Sunny Beach and a mere 300 meters away from the proposed Municipality Aqua Park. The main street in Sunny Beach is only 1.5Kms
from the development with a buzzing nightlife to enjoy all the way through to the early hours of the morning.

For those who wish to explore the Black Sea coast and sample its delights , Aquaparadise is situated only five minutes drive from the ‘UNESCO’ world heritage town
of Nessebar with its vast array of boutiques and traditional Bulgarian shops.Enjoy superb sea view restaurants and spend hours walking through the old cobble streets discovering real Bulgaria!

Aqua Paradise is a uniquely designed development of 86 apartments located in the rapidly developing western part of Sunny Beach. As part of the project a large adult and kids swimming pool is planned as well as a kid’s playground, coffee shop, poolside bar and restaurant to enjoy holiday cocktails.

Aqua Paradise consists of a superior E.U. regulations approved quality construction with PVC double glazed windows and Italian sanitary ware. Each apartment is provided with an individual balcony and air-conditioned rooms.

Flexible payment terms, a turn key furniture pack option and a Bulgarian mortgage for foreign investors is available together with a guaranteed 5 year rental income plan.
For more details of this fantastic investment oportunity log on to Shamrock Consultancy Services.

VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA – CADlance.com, responding to industry demand, launched today as an online marketplace with the purpose of linking employers with qualified professional freelance engineers. Sebastian Alberti, founder and Managing Director, brings his years of experience as both a contractor and administrator to what had formerly been a scattered and disorganized industry.

“We want to make 100% certain that any business seeking a qualified engineer has all of the information necessary to make an educated and intelligent decision.” –Sebastian Alberti

Working as a virtual job market, Alberti describes his company as the “Ebay for engineers.” Employers place projects on the site, stating the nature of the project and the qualifications they are looking for in a potential hire. This posting is then viewed by a vast pool of engineers from all around the world, who are instantly notified about projects that match their skills. With this system CADlance.com brings the engineering market into the information age, away from a freelance market which had once been reliant on newspaper ads. Employers also have access to contractor profiles, where they can see previous work history, qualifications, and most importantly customer feedback from previous projects on CADlance.com

In addition to providing unparalleled employer and job searching functions, CADlance.com also contains a comprehensive system of collaborative tools. These programs provide employers with the ability to work efficiently with contractors through advanced file and screen sharing features. These systems, when combined with the site’s other industry standard services make CADlance.com the leading web site for outsourcing services in the engineering field

Click here to learn more

Shamrock Consultancy Services, an Irish-Bulgarian property sale and development company has taken over the Bulgarian online hotel booking engine Discover Bulgarian Hotels. The company initially provided ‘real time’ online hotel bookings, special offers and discounts up to 70% on hotel accomodation in Bulgaria with over 800 hotels in 50 cities and towns to choose from.

Discover Bulgarian Hotels will continue operating under its name and the succesfull tried and tested hotel booking system applied in Bulgaria will now be available in 195 countries worldwide offering holiday makers and business travelers a mirade of special offers and reduced hotel rates to choose from.

Shamrock Consultancy Services, the property company behind Bulgaria’s first ever completely ECO friendly development ‘PURE’ – a state of the art complex including apartments, hotel, a health spa and leisure centre – is now looking to acquire a position within the online flight reservation market with the aim to offer complete travel solutions to its clients, combined with its property sales and management services in Bulgaria.

Recently I had the opportunity to have a travel taste of some of the countries that belonged to the former Yugoslav Republic and the 13 days of travel through historic towns, national parks, swimming in the warm azure waters of the Adriatic Sea, strolling through evening markets and outside cafes, combined with the sampling of regional cuisine has left me with the strongest desire to return to this part of the world and become better acquainted with the peoples and culture of these countries.

We were fortunate to have a local guide who had a good command of English, knew the countries well, and was able to brief us on most cultural and historical aspects.

We found that many people spoke English and other European languages, and hence communication was not a problem. A plus was the fact that people were friendly and helpful, and on the whole we felt very safe strolling through the streets at night, and not only in the crowded tourist areas.

The quality of food was excellent… seafood was fresh, a great variety, and on many occasions, even less expensive than in Australia. The same can be said for the selection of alcoholic beverages, and for those who have a sweet tooth…prepare the waistlines, for, ……I found my heaven!!!!

Take an empty suitcase if you want to shop… the shop windows display the latest fashions, you can find whatever you need….and at affordable prices….So leave time to shop!!

This part of the world at the moment will not break your bank budget, so if planning to go… do not put it off !! It will not be long before these countries mimic the rest of Europe and prices will skyrocket. And this part of the world has it all…. great weather, beautiful beaches, cosy /modern cafes and restaurants where food is savoured, memorable scenery, ancient monuments, and summer cultural programs that cater for all tastes. Tourist offices are plentiful and very helpful, so planning your own itinerary is not a problem. Whether the choice is an organised tour or a self drive, this part of Europe is an absolute delight!

SLOVENIA

Slovenia was our first introduction to Eastern Europe.

We arrived in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, by train from Vienna, in mid August, 2007. August turned out to be a perfect month to travel as the weather seemed perfect…. Not hot, not cold, temperatures of 24-30 degrees. Fewer clothes to pack, and the other bonus was the fact that the usual horde of tourists seemed to be waning so entry queues did not snake endlessly. It is a member of the EU and the currency is euro.

Travelling by train enabled us to view in comfort the landscape of forests, fields, and colourful villages.

Ljubljana is a delightful city that lends itself easily to walking through the beautifully preserved Baroque quarters of the Town Square, as well as the Art Nouveau buildings like the Dragon Bridge and the Castle Hill – a medieval castle that dates to the 9C, but excavations indicate Roman settlement. Actual Slav settlement dates back to the 6thC . Numerous cafes line the riverbanks, an open air market sells an array of fresh produce from cheeses to berries, and handcrafted wares. During the summer months there are continuous concerts and exhibitions to suit the tastes of old, young, modern or traditional

Our accommodation was in a refurbished hotel, ‘Hotel City’, that was centrally located to both old and new town centres. The rooms are small but clean , and the restaurant and breakfast buffet provided a selection of good food.

BLED

Bled has been described as ‘the jewel in the crown’ of Slovenia. Breathtakingly beautiful. It is Slovenia’s only island that has a fairytale medieval castle. The lake is surrounded by alps – and hence: mountain walks, fishing, golf and sheer relaxation. For those who paint, it is one of the most beautiful places on this planet!!!

Bled also is an internationally recognised health resort – providing thermal waters, alpine air, beautiful surrounds and a temperate climate.

CROATIA

Travelling across these countries, especially if car, one needs to allow time for traffic congestion on the motorways… both in kilometres and in hours. Buses, cars and trucks, trucks, trucks….The local radio regularly gives updates on traffic jams so it is wise to tune in… and have a supply of food and music in the car to pass away the time in the traffic queues!! And then at the end, pay up at the toll!! Taking the scenic routes is often not only faster, but also more interesting . The coast is dotted with wild growing figs that are absolutely delicious! A temptation to stop and pop some in the mouth! And no flies!!!

ABOUT THE WRITER

Irene Andrews is a part time freelance writer. Irene has travelled in Europe, Asia, North America, Israel and the Pacific Islands and Australia.. She has been a guest speaker at different venues giving presentations on places of interests for potential travellers and interested groups. She is an avid traveller and is especially interested in talking and writing about unusul places of interest. She has written for community papers as well as being a volunteer in the ethnic community, writing newletters to government officials, departments and foreign diplomats.

With a vast experience gained from teaching for some thirty years she has developed excellent communication and negotiatian skillls, and a deep understanding of different cultures and behaviours.

Irene started writing short articles for Gateway Travel a few years ago and when the opportunity arose to travel with Gateway`s manager to unique places, she accepted the opportunity.

Irene is committed to freelance writing for Gateway Travel and is looking forward to helping generate business for Gateway Travel and also encourage interested travellers to widen their scope in travelling and travel to places beyond the usual tour group pathways. There are still many places that the average traveller is not familiar with, and it is these places that need to be advertised in an interesting way.

Recently Irene`s articles have appeared in various newspapers in Australia and overseas.

An excellent example is the special invitation Irene has received to send her editorials to Russian language newspapers.

As a freelance writer Irene pays her own way and is not in any influenced or biased towards any influences which may affect her writing.

It is worthwhile to mention that Gateway Travel`s manager has given Irene an excellent opportunity to extend her writing experiences

Gateway Travel will also have a special section on their website with Irene`s editorials and mention where they appear (if known).

www.russian-gateway.com.au