Build USA Returns to Chicago

Pan to attend Build USA Fall, the total show for the building industry, taking place November 9-11, 1999 at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL. Build USA is the tradeshow showcasing construction products, mechanical systems and specifying tools for the building industry. The interactive exhibit floor features the newest products and one-on-one demonstrations in acoustical products, building automation and energy systems, ceiling systems, fire protection systems, HVAC, roofing systems, siding, ventilation, Y2K solutions and more.

Build USA, sponsored by Architecture, Interiors and Architectural Specifier, is the building systems strategic component of Computers for Contractors ’99 & A/E/C SYSTEMS Fall.

For more information on check out Build USA online at www.buildusashows.com.

STATS ON DEMAND

Parks Associates introduces this new service to provide users with a resource for quick response (within 12 business hours) statistical and qualitative market  research data. Spanning the broad market of emerging technologies, Parks Associates has access to secondary data on a variety of topics and quantitative data from any number of our consumer surveys.  We will accept any questions as they relate to the industries that provide products and services for the residential marketplace. In addition, we have consumer information regarding purchase intentions, satisfaction, awareness, brand loyalty, interest in bundled services, and various segment analyses like work-at-home, technology receptivity, and others that define early adopters of specific technologies. Please visit http://www.parksassociates.com for more information or contact Steve Harvey at harvey@parksassociates.com or 972-490-1113.

TWO REPORTS RECENTLY RELEASED

The Residential Wiring Infrastructure Report
Provides a comprehensive overview of the residential network infrastructure market (structured wiring), a complete examination of the drivers and challenges for the industry, and an overview of the major players in the industry- detailing marketing, distribution, manufacturing, and partnership arrangements. For more information about this report, please visit our website : www.parksassociates.com   or contact Steve Harvey at harvey@parksassociates.com   or at 972-490-1113. Available now.

The Residential Gateway Report
Explores formats of gateway devices for multiple services across multiple networks. Topics include the centralized intelligent residential gateway concept; implications of gateway development for consumer electronics, computer, telecommunications, cable, energy and home systems industries; perspectives from industry players; and major trends in gateway development. Can be purchased separately or with the package, Networks in the Home. For more information, please visit our website : www.parksassociates.com   or contact Steve Harvey at harvey@parksassociates.com   or at 972-490-1113. Available now.

ISC EXPO/ NEW YORK ’99 OFFERS SPECIAL SAVINGS OFFERS TO ATTENDEES AND EXHIBITORS

Norwalk, CT (June 25, 1999) -- Looking for things to do in New York City? International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC EXPO) is offering special savings offers to attendees through the New York City Convention & Visitors Bureau (NYCVB). Offers good during ISC EXPO/ New York show dates only- August 31 - September 2.

To take advantage of these savings, present your 1999 International Security Conference name badge at participating NYCVB Member establishments. Some restrictions may apply. Reservations are recommended. To learn more area attractions, visit the NYCVB website at http://www.nycvisit.com .

TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES ADDITIONS TO ITS NEURON CHIP PRODUCT LINE
New Neuron® Chips offer added on-chip functionality for cost-sensitive applications

IRVINE, Calif., May 27, 1999 - Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) today announced that Toshiba Corporation has introduced the addition of new derivatives to its line of Neuron Chips for Local Operating Networks based on the EIA-709 control networking standard. The new Neuron Chips, designated TMPN3120A20M and TMPN3120FE3M, double the maximum communication speed and provide additional functionality such as increased on-board memory. http://www.echelon.com/toshiba.htm

Surf Networks announces Amerilon Home & Building Automation Components

Surf Networks has announced the Amerilon line of LonWorks-based home and building automation components. The new product line includes HVAC controls, telephone remote interfaces, auxilary power units and a weather station. For more information, visit http://www.amerilon.com

INTEL DEVELOPS PORTABLE COMPUTER

Intel has developed a prototype for a device called the Intel Web Pad that is loosely based on the "newspad" from the film "2001: A Space Odyssey." The Web Pad is roughly the size of an Etch-a-Sketch, can access the Internet without a wire, and is able to be moved around a house freely with nothing connected to it. Intel says it developed the product with ease of use and mobility in mind, but it also wanted the Web Pad to be able to perform most of the functions of a standard desktop computer. Although the product is still being analyzed in test homes, analysts say that they do not think the Web Pad will make the desktop computer obsolete, as the test homes had to be equipped with a radio wire connecting the pad to a desktop machine with a phone line allowing Internet access. The Web Pad also lacks a standard keyboard, although a digital image of a keyboard can be downloaded on the pad and can be typed on by using a special pen. The Web Pad will cost around $500 and is expected to be on shelves by 2001. (Associated Press 05/21/99)

New Website for Commercial Building Automation
www.automatedbuildings.com

HTI Home Toys and Enviromation Inc. are pleased to announce the launch of a joint venture website dedicated to Commercial Building Automation. Those familiar with HomeToys will recognize the style and multitude of features and resources found at automatedbuildings.com. Ken and Jane Sinclair of Enviromation provide much of the content and will maintain the site. Ken has been involved in the Building Automation Industry for many years and brings a wide variety of expertise to the table. Here's just a few of the valuable resources to be found:

• The News Tab takes you to "THE AUTOMATOR" our EMagazine with Headlines, News Releases and lots of interesting articles and product reviews. All past issues will be archived and the articles and reviews indexed and stored in libraries.
• The Systems Tab will allow you to get quickly to your area of interest including Environmental Control, Lighting Control, Sensors, Actuators and End Devices, Fire and Life Safety and Security.
• The Products Tab takes you to our sponsor pages where a showcase of products and services can be found. Contact us id you'd like to participate and promote you products or services.
• The Resources Tab provides linkage to the players in our industry, plus access to demo and shareware software, Industry Articles, Product Reviews, Industry Events, Training Sources and the ability to search for companies in the industry.