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Garden tools with a total retail value of $4,500 are available for NGC gardening projects. Gardening programs performed or supported by NGC local member clubs and scheduled to be carried out March 1 through September 30, 2024 are eligible. Projects may be a joint venture with another organization, however the garden club applying must be a member of NGC. Awarded tools will be shipped to the successful applicants in May of this year.
NGC local member clubs may apply for this in-kind grant, generally during the first quarter of each year, by sending an application and tool selection list to the NGC AMES Tool NGC Grant Manager of the AMES Tool Project by the deadline (generally March 1 each year). The application form includes contact information of individuals who may be interviewed by NGC or AMES about their project, how specific tools are going to be used or were used, and to obtain related helpful gardening tips. Any club may apply for tools with a total retail value of no more than $250.
AMES Tools go back as far as 1774 when Captain John Ames created America's first shovel. Now, with nearly 250 years of brand heritage, knowledge and expertise, we're bringing the tools legacy to retailers across the UK.
UnionTools, established in 1890, in Columbus, Ohio, has been manufacturing quality, durable lawn and garden tools for homeowners and the agriculture industry for more than 130 years. Today the brand provides a range of lawn and garden tools, wheelbarrows, and snow removal tools, combining quality and value.
Since 1895, Garant has been manufacturing quality tools in Saint-Francois-de-la-Rivere-du-Sud, Quebec. Today, Garant is the largest manufacturer and marketer of non-powered landscape and gardening, construction, striking, cleaning , snow tools, and accessories in Canada. Professionals and homeowners seek Garant tools for their innovative designs, quality craftsmanship and superior performance. With over 125 years of experience, Garant is the leader in the Canadian industry and the brand is available at all retailers coast to coast.
In the early 1890s, Leonard Chambers and William Thompson started a beekeeping supply business in Melbourne, AU. In 1898, they launched Cyclone Fence & Gate Company to provide wire fencing for hives. By the 1920s, the company was manufacturing a range of innovative products throughout Australia. Over the years, Cyclone expanded into other product lines providing tools such as shovels, edgers, axes, forks, pruners, and loppers. Today, Cyclone is the leading supplier of landscape tools and numerous highly innovative products serving Australia and New Zealand markets.
The SuperCraft brand has been providing quality hand tools to the Australian market since 1936. Today the product range includes striking and struck tools, fastening tools, pliers, measuring and marking tools, spanners and wrenches, and tool storage products. Backed with a lifetime guarantee, SuperCraft are tools to be trusted.
In 1927, the Nylex brand was established by the Australian Moulding Corporation, a plastics manufacturer founded by John Derham in Mentone AU. The company made everything from Harlequin plastic dinnerware to radio receiver by John Derham in Mentone AU. The company made everything from Harlequin plastic dinnerware to radio receiver introduced hoses and watering accessories and today services Australia and New Zealand with a variety of these innovative and quality products.
Kelso was originally part of the Adelaide Steamship group founded in 1875 in Sydney AU and grew into a leading supplier of wheelbarrows. Some vintage Kelso wheelbarrows are highly regarded by their owners, who pass them down to generations. The iconic wheelbarrows and hand trolleys have been working in backyards and work sites throughout Australia and New Zealand for the better part of the last century. Today, Kelso continues to produce high quality wheelbarrows, garden tools, and hand trolleys in Australasia.
Westmix was founded in 1972 and quickly grew into a leading supplier to the hardware industry. Westmix wheelbarrows and other equipment are highly regarded by professionals by their high quality construction and heavy-duty components. Today, Westmix offers a wide range of wheelbarrows, cement mixers, and hand trollies to Australasia.
What is with AMES having a monopoly on Garden tools @ Home Depot, Lowes, Walmart, & ACE? I wanted to buy a nice garden hoe and this was the only brand either store carried. Obviously, they wont carry top of the line stuff, but from reviews that I have read, the AMES garden hoes are crap quality. Can anybody recommend a good brand for garden hoes(grub hoe to be exact)? Has anybody used Belloto products?
Yeah I went to some mom&pop store that I thought was affiliated with Ace, so maybe im wrong. I darted in there real quick. But either way, yeah they carried Ames and some other name brand I never heard of.
Thanks for replying. I'm starting to think Vigoro, True Temper, and Ames are all under the same umbrella. I'm quite surprised that Home Depot doesn't carry a Vigoro garden hoe. I know Vigoro isn't the best but it sure is sufficient quality considering the cost benefit. I'll keep on looking. Thanks.
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The International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) M7 guideline allows the use of in silico approaches for predicting Ames mutagenicity for the initial assessment of impurities in pharmaceuticals. This is the first international guideline that addresses the use of quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) models in lieu of actual toxicological studies for human health assessment. Therefore, QSAR models for Ames mutagenicity now require higher predictive power for identifying mutagenic chemicals. To increase the predictive power of QSAR models, larger experimental datasets from reliable sources are required. The Division of Genetics and Mutagenesis, National Institute of Health Sciences (DGM/NIHS) of Japan recently established a unique proprietary Ames mutagenicity database containing 12140 new chemicals that have not been previously used for developing QSAR models. The DGM/NIHS provided this Ames database to QSAR vendors to validate and improve their QSAR tools. The Ames/QSAR International Challenge Project was initiated in 2014 with 12 QSAR vendors testing 17 QSAR tools against these compounds in three phases. We now present the final results. All tools were considerably improved by participation in this project. Most tools achieved >50% sensitivity (positive prediction among all Ames positives) and predictive power (accuracy) was as high as 80%, almost equivalent to the inter-laboratory reproducibility of Ames tests. To further increase the predictive power of QSAR tools, accumulation of additional Ames test data is required as well as re-evaluation of some previous Ames test results. Indeed, some Ames-positive or Ames-negative chemicals may have previously been incorrectly classified because of methodological weakness, resulting in false-positive or false-negative predictions by QSAR tools. These incorrect data hamper prediction and are a source of noise in the development of QSAR models. It is thus essential to establish a large benchmark database consisting only of well-validated Ames test results to build more accurate QSAR models.
FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) proudly announces the addition of three category-leading companies to its roster of associate members. Joining the ranks of industry leaders, Ames Tools Corporation, MKS Plastics, and New Cast Stone bring their expertise and innovation to further enrich the diverse landscape of EIMA's membership.
Ames Tools Corporation and TapeTech enter the EIFS industry with a legacy of excellence in providing high-performance tools and equipment. Renowned for their commitment to quality and precision along with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Ames Tools and TapeTech align seamlessly with EIMA's mission to advance the EIFS industry with a full line of products, collaboration and innovation.
MKS Plastics has 50+ years in manufacturing and offers quality American-made pails in diverse colors and custom in-house heat transfer labeled printing. With a dedication to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, MKS Plastics embodies the forward-thinking ethos that defines EIMA's approach to fostering sustainable and resilient building practices.
New Cast Stone adds its distinctive craftsmanship and expertise in architectural elements to EIMA's community of industry leaders. Renowned for its mastery in producing high-quality cast stone products, New Cast Stone's commitment to excellence and design innovation perfectly complements EIMA's vision for elevating the standards of architectural aesthetics and performance.
"We are thrilled to welcome Ames Tools Corporation, MKS Plastics, and New Cast Stone to EIMA," said Steve Smithwick, the 2022/2024 president of EIMA and president of Master Wall, Inc. "Each of these companies brings a unique perspective and expertise that will enrich our community and contribute to the continued advancement of the EIFS industry. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability supports EIMA's mission, and we look forward to the valuable contributions they will make to our association and the EIFS industry."
As associate members of EIMA, Ames Tools Corporation, MKS Plastics, and New Cast Stone will have access to a wealth of resources, networking opportunities, and industry insights. They will also help drive positive change and shape the future of the industry with participation in EIMA's collaborative working groups.
Founded in 1981, the EIFS Industry Members Association is the North American trade association devoted to the promotional, advocacy, technical and educational aspects of the EIFS industry. EIMA is comprised of leading manufacturers, suppliers, distributors applicators, and architects, and please visit www.EIMA.com for more information.
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