Poly-Wood expands Trex line
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BARTECH DEBUTS AT KUALA LUMPUR HOTEL
Sama-Sama Hotel Kuala Lumpur International Airport has installed Bartech ’ s fully automatic minibars in all 442 guestrooms . The minibars are fitted with custom glass doors and communicate over an Ethernet network . Sama-Sama Hotel also will implement Bartech eTrays in its 100 suites and executive rooms .
“ Sama-Sama ’ s decision to install Bartech automatic minibars was based on the need for a fast turnaround period for rooms , as well as productivity requirements and better service offerings ,” says Hans Winsnes , president of Sama-Sama Hospitality Management . “ Bartech ’ s reputation for delivering bottom-line growth and improved customer satisfaction scores is simply unmatched among minibar manufacturers .”
ALTO-SHAAM INTRODUCES NEW CT EXPRESS FEATURES
After introducing the 4.10 ESi CT Express Combitherm last May , Alto- Shaam has added features including an integrated catalytic converter , toasting / finishing element and smoking abilities .
A 4.10 CCi catalytic converter “ scrubs ” the airstream of normal grease-laden byproducts , so the CT Express can be placed in areas without a hood . The CT Express also can be used as a finishing oven , toasting sandwiches , breads and desserts . Plus , a fully functioning Combi oven with an integrated catalytic converter will take up less than 2 ft ( 0.6 m ) of counter space , facilitating an efficient and de-cluttered workspace .
IBAHN EARNS MARRIOTT RECOGNITION iBahn has achieved Marriott International ’ s 2013 Global Property Network Standards ( GPNS ) Certification for Wi-Fi and property management systems for fullservice properties .
To achieve the certification , iBahn installed and configured the network infrastructure that complies with the 2013 version of GPNS Wi-Fi specifications at the selected pilot property in Denver : JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek , managed by Sage Hospitality . After installation , iBahn completed acceptance testing . As the final step , representatives of Marriott ’ s IR Telecom organization confirmed completion of the acceptance checklist at the pilot property .
Poly-Wood expands Trex line
Poly-Wood has expanded the Trex Outdoor Furniture brand with a new contemporary furniture collection . Crafted from the company ’ s signature recycled lumber , Polywood , the new Surf City collection promises contemporary styling with a mixed lumber and metal design . With the new Surf City collection , the Trex Outdoor Furniture line now features five collections including the Cape Cod , Yacht Club , Rockport and Monterey Bay .
Poly-Wood also has debuted a redesigned website , trexoutdoorfurniture . com , focused on the trade marketplace .
IN BRIEF
� OpenWays has appointed Michael Cohen senior vice president business development – hospitality , North America .
� Source Outdoor has launched a new division , Source Awnings , which designs and manufactures custom outdoor awnings .
� Hoshizaki Electric Co . has acquired dishwasher manufacturer Jackson MSC , a newly formed subsidiary of Hoshizaki USA Holdings .
� Project Development Services Inc . has appointed Monica Meade director of sales and marketing and Vickie Smith project director at its Atlantabased corporate headquarters .
� Schönwald ’ s new brand image has been recognized in Chicago with the Good Design Award 2012 in the Graphics category .
� Lodging Interactive has named Roman Aluisy director of business development .
� Safemark Systems has signed an agreement with Sandals and Beaches Resorts International to be the exclusive provider of guestroom safes for a total of 18 all-inclusive properties .
� Comcast has launched Comcast Business Hospitality , a new product suite consisting of Ethernet , Internet , video and voice services packaged in one integrated offering customized for the hospitality industry .
� Pegasus Solutions has named Craig Barnby vice president , product services .
� NanoLumens has debuted a redesigned website at nanolumens . com with a Design Specification Calculator that allows customers to plug in their desired model , size and pixel pitch and receive specifications for that unique display .
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62 HOTELS April 2013 www . hotelsmag . com