Tri-Tech Joins Shat-R-Shield Sales Team

Salisbury, N.C. – December 11, 2009 – Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter-resistant lamps, is proud to announce the appointment of Tri-Tech Sales Associates as their new manufacturers rep agency in the eastern U.S. region.

“With great anticipation, we look forward to working with the experienced staff at Tri-Tech Sales,” said Karen Ponce, Shat-R-Shield president. “For over 24-years, their service to customers in the electrical industry is second to none.”

Led by Robert Tuniewicz, president and Gil Talamo, vice president, Tri-Tech Sales will represent Shat-R-Shield safety-coated lamps and lighting products to electrical distributors, contractors, OEMs, and industries that include food processing, packaging and pharmaceutical accounts. Effective January 1, 2010, Tri-Techʼs sales region will cover NY State south of I-84 and northern NJ.

Shat-R-Shield Energy-Efficient T8 Lamps Qualify Under CEE Standards

Salisbury, N.C. – October 30, 2009 – Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter resistant lamps and lighting products, announces their new energy-efficient and reduced-wattage T8 fluorescent lamps meet Consortium of Energy Efficiency (CEE) lamp specifications.

“As it costs more to operate facilities, providing the marketʼs most energy-efficient lighting products has become an important focus for us,” said Karen Ponce, Shat-R-Shield president. “The recent qualification, under third-party CEE specifications, assures our customers they are relamping and retro-fitting with the most energy-efficient T8 lamps available”.

CEE is an award-winning consortium of efficiency program administrators from across the United States and Canada who work together on common approaches to advancing efficiency. By working together at CEE, administrators exchange information on effective practices and establish greater energy efficiency initiatives for the public good. Shat-R-Shield currently offers two product lines of safety-coated T8 fluorescent lamps that meet CEE specifications.

Shat-R-Shield Offers New Energy-Saving T5HO Fluorescent Lamps

Salisbury, N.C. – September 15, 2009 – Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter-resistant lamps, proudly introduces their line of safety-coated, 49-Watt T5HO fluorescent lamps. As standard T5 high-output lamps gain popularity in retro-fitting projects, Shat-R-Shield now offers a reduced wattage, longer-life model for enhanced ecological and energy efficiency.

“Up to 50% energy savings can be achieved by using 49W T5HO lamps over typical metal halides in high-bay applications,” said Shat-R-Shield president, Karen Ponce. “Without sacrificing lighting performance, this exceptional series of T5 lamps offers our customers tangible energy savings while reducing impact on the environment.”

There is an instant reduction of 5-Watts when comparing the new 49W T5HO to standard 54W T5HO lamps. The estimated energy savings over the longer rated-life (up to 35,000 hrs.) is $17.50 per lamp @ $.10/kWh. By extending the relamping cycle, additional savings will also result from reducing maintenance and recycling costs. Shat-R-Shield 49-Watt T5HOʼs also feature the lowest mercury content in the industry at 1.4 mg. Benefits of enhanced lighting performance include high color rendering, exceptional lumen ratings, and a range of color temperatures.

For more information on our safety lamp products, please visit our website.

Important Regulations to Know

Government regulations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico require protective lighting to ensure broken glass from lamps can not come into contact with food, food equipment or food packaging.

To adhere to these regulations & to protect product, equipment, employees and customers from liability, USE ONLY Shat-R-Shield plastic-coated, shatter-resistant lamps. Facility inspectors look for the familiar Shat-R-Shield orange bands to
ensure safety compliance.

Shat-R-Shield lamps are UL-EPH (environmental and public health) classified, NSF certified and meet FDA, OSHA, ASME, CFIA (Canada Food Inspection Agency) and Mexican Dept. of Agriculture regulations. Luna Glow® sleeves and shatter-resistant glass globes are not classified by UL-EPH.

Food Processors and Foodservice Operations are required to use protective lighting.

For more information on regulations, our company, and our shatterproof bulbs, please visit our website.

Shat-R-Shield Offers LowestWattage, Highest Performance T8 Lamps Available

Salisbury, N.C. – July 20, 2009 – Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter resistant lamps and lighting products, proudly introduces their line of safety-coated, 25-Watt T8 fluorescent lamps. These unique ultra-low wattage lamps are an “industry first” and feature significant cost savings, super-long life, reduced mercury, and high lumen output.

“Shat-R-Shield is pleased to provide the lowest wattage T8 fluorescent lamps on the market,” said Karen Ponce, Shat-R-Shield president. “Without sacrificing lighting performance, this remarkable series of low wattage lamps offers our customers appreciable cost savings while reducing impact on the environment.”

There is an instant reduction of 7-Watts when comparing the new 25W T8 to standard 32W T8 lamps. The estimated energy savings over the longer rated-life is $28 per lamp @.10/kWh. By extending the relamping cycle, additional savings will also result from reducing maintenance and recycling costs. Benefits of enhanced lighting performance include high color rendering, lumen maintenance of 97%, range of color temperatures, and extended rated-life (up to 46,000 hrs.). Operates on any Instant Start and Programmed Start Ballast.

Shat-R-Shield Extends T5HO Warranty To Include Lamps Used in Enclosed Fixtures

Salisbury, N.C. – June 15, 2009 – Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter-resistant lamps and lighting products, announces enhancements to their T5HO lamp warranty.

Following extensive research and development, Shat-R-Shield has extended its warranty to cover safety-coated T5HO lamps when used in enclosed fixtures. This inclusion matches the warranty in effect for linear T8 and T12 lamps operated in open or enclosed fixtures. Subject to warranty conditions, the clear and tough, skin-tight safety coating is guaranteed to last the rated-life of the
lamp and will not turn yellow, crack or otherwise fail. Shat-R-Shield fully warrants fluorescent lamps based on the manufacturerʼs published rated-life.

Upcoming Trade Shows

Shat-R-Shield wants you to you to have the best experience possible with there products, and are touring the country to give live demonstations, as well as answer any questions you may have in regards to their products.

Their 2009 tour includes:

National Environmental Health Assocation Conference
June 21 - 22, Atlanta, GA
Booth #202

American Society of Safety Engineers Show
June 28 - July 1, San Antonio, TX
Booth #1143

Janitorial / Sanitation Industry Meeting
October 6 - 9, Chicago, IL
Booth #1853

Who Shat-r-Shield is

From their website

Shat-R-Shield's history dates back to the late 1960s, when Jim Nolan co-founded a company that provided plastic-coating services. Initially named Incoplas, the company was involved in coating a variety of items -- from fence post parts to computer bus bars. The early business developed an expertise in coating with nylon, epoxy, vinyl and other plastic materials.
After many months of research and testing, Shat-R-Shield introduced the first plastic-coated, shatterproof fluorescent lamp in 1976, and with that arrival, the protective lighting industry began.
Today Shat-R-Shield provides a full line of shatter-resistant lamps and lighting products that include: fluorescents, incandescents, compact fluorescents, HIDs (high intensity discharge), black lights, germicidals, gold lamps, glow lamps and globes.If a Shat-R-Shield lamp is accidentally broken, virtually all glass, phosphors and mercury are safely contained within the clear and tough, skin-tight plastic coating.
Shat-R-Shield lamps are UL-EPH (environmental and public health) classified, NSF certified, USDA approved, and meet FDA, OSHA, CFIA (Canada Food Inspection Agency) and Mexico Agricultural Department regulations.
Currently, millions of Shat-R-Shield lamps and lighting products are on-the-job world-wide for a wide variety of industries seeking the ultimate, cost-efficient worksite protection.
Identity Statement - Shat-R-Shield is the original manufacturer of plastic coated, shatter-resistant fluorescent and incandescent lamps. The Company’s sole focus is to provide a comprehensive line of premium, safety-coated lamps to conscientious end-users who can’t afford to have broken glass contaminate their workplace. Shat-R-Shield’s commitment is to manufacture the highest quality, most reliable products that significantly increase safety, comply with regulations, and secure peace of mind.Core Values - Honest, Helpful, Flexible, Dependable