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April 17, 2008 This eNewsletter is a roundup of government-related news targeted to local, state and federal government. Topics include major contracts awarded by local, state and federal government agencies; product trends and innovations; government best practices and resources; and political and regulatory developments affecting government purchasing activities. Go to www.govpro.com to view the latest products, daily news and government suppliers. In This Issue Innovative play system leads evolution in design for youth fitness Cities from coast to coast taking parking meter technology for a spin U.S. Air Force awards extensive office-equipment contract to Xerox Corp. Ohio Department of Transportation kicks off 'historic' construction season News Innovative play system leads evolution in design for youth fitness By Catherine Radwan The city of Glendale, Ariz., boasts 78 neighborhood, community and regional parks that draw people from a broad geographic area. But now its Sahuaro Ranch, one of the area's largest and most visited regional parks, boasts a revolutionary new play system that is radically changing the way kids play. Full Story Product of the Week The Award-Winning Premium Bulb Eater® Crush spent fluorescent lamps of any length into 100% recyclable material while capturing over 99.99% of the vapors released! Hold up to 1350 4-foot fluorescent lamps in a single 55-gallon drum Save up to 80% in storage space over boxing lamps Reduce handling and related labor costs Cut recycling costs by 50% or more EPA and OSHA compliant The most fun you can have disposing of spent lamps "We have used the Bulb Eater® extensively for our 1.5 million square foot facility. We have only had very positive results with it and the customer service from Air Cycle on a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the best) is a 10. Our salesperson has always responded in a timely and expedient manner and has taken care of anything we have needed. We are very satisfied with the recycling program as well." US Postal Service Headquarters Washington, D.C. Watch the demo video now when you visit www.AirCycle.com or call 800-909-9709 for more information and pricing. Cities from coast to coast taking parking meter technology for a spin By Michael Keating In Walnut Creek, Calif., the city's Transportation Division is experimenting with new parking pay stations on two blocks of Main Street. Six multi-space pay stations have been installed as part of a pilot program to gauge their performance. The pay stations cost $60,000 to purchase and install. Full Story U.S. Air Force awards extensive office-equipment contract to Xerox Corp. By Kristin Atwater A five-year blanket purchase agreement, estimated at $400 million, will cover equipment, supplies and services provided by Rochester, N.Y.-based Xerox Corp. Full Story Government Solution Get Rid of Birds! Bird-X, Inc. recognized as the bird control "X-perts" since 1964, offers the world's most complete line of affordable products - an effective solution for ANY bird problem for repelling birds like pigeons, sparrows, starlings, Canada geese and more. No more droppings, mess, diseases or money wasted on expensive clean-ups. Our products (needle strips, netting, sonic distress-call repellers, ultrasonics, taste aversions, visual deterrents and sticky repellent gels) are non-lethal, non-harmful, and environmentally safe, do not harm birds and ecologically sound. We innovate and develop new technologies, and we offer (and stand behind) the very best solutions. Guaranteed solutions! For a FREE consultation call 800-662-5021. For more information, visit www.bird-x.com. Ohio Department of Transportation kicks off 'historic' construction season By Josh Cable It's springtime in Ohio, and that means just one thing for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT): construction season. Full Story Featured Videos MARTOR USA - Megasafe Heavy Duty Safety Cutter. An ergonomically designed heavy duty cutter made with an aluminum handle that allows both left and right handed users to easily perform general purpose cutting tasks. Unlike earlier versions of safety knives, the Megasafe features Martor's "smart knife technology" allowing the blade to automatically retract when the blade loses contact with the material being cut. The blade will STILL RETRACT even if the user leaves the slider in the forward position. View Demo! For other free Safety, Environmental & Security product demos, click here. View product videos for Alarms, Audible & Visual, Anti-Fatigue, Eye Protection, Hand Protection, Head Protection, Hearing Protection, Signs & Warning Devices and more! PRINT SUBSCRIPTION | EMAIL SUBSCRIPTION | PRIVACY POLICY | CONTACT STAFF This eNewsletter This eNewsletter was sent to: #email# You've received this e-newsletter for one of two reasons: 1. You signed up for it on our web site. 2. You are a reader of Government Product News magazine. If you would like to unsubscribe Click here 2008 Penton Media, Inc. Government Product News 1300 E 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44114-1503 www.govpro.com