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AfterGlow Technologies Expands New York Sales Force to Meet Demand for Photoluminescence Safety Solutions As a Result of Local Law 26/04.


NEW YORK New York, state, United States
New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of
 -- AfterGlow afterglow

small amounts of light emitted by a phosphor after the stimulating radiation has ceased. Seen in x-ray intensifying screens and fluoroscopic screens.
 Technologies is pleased to announce that the company has expanded its New York City New York City: see New York, city.
New York City

City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S.
 sales force to respond to New York Local Law 26/04. AfterGlow is the commercial division of Noesis, Inc., the photoluminescent company selected by the Pentagon for 9/11 reconstruction. Recent additions include: Mona Weisberg, Richard Alston There are a number of notable people by the name of Richard Alston:
  • Richard Alston, a prominent choreographer
  • Richard Alston, Australian high commissioner to the United Kingdom, and former Australian senator
 and Heath Wolfson. Collectively, Ms. Weisberg, Mr. Alston and Mr. Wolfson bring over 30 years of sales and commercial real estate experience to AfterGlow.

"In order to expeditiously ex·pe·di·tious  
adj.
Acting or done with speed and efficiency. See Synonyms at fast1.



ex
 respond to the growing need for photoluminescent safety solutions in New York City's commercial buildings, we needed additional, highly-qualified personnel," said Richard Martin The name Richard Martin can refer to different people:
  • Richard Martin (politician) (1754–1834)(aka "Humanity Dick"), an Irish MP and campaigner against cruelty to animals
  • Richard Martin (footballer) (born 1987), an English footballer
  • Richard Martin (actor), b.
, Chairman of AfterGlow Technologies. "AfterGlow now has the strongest, full-time sales/marketing force on the ground. They are familiar with the local real estate and building management marketplace and will be a valuable asset to the company's overall success."

New York Local Law 26/04 mandates that photoluminescent markings be installed in all exit stairwells of Class E commercial buildings over 75 feet tall to make emergency evacuation For other uses, see Evacuation.

Emergency evacuation is the movement of persons from a dangerous place due to the threat or occurrence of a disastrous event. Examples are the evacuation of a building due to a bomb threat or fire and the evacuation of a district because of a
 safer and easier. Building managers and owners must comply with the New York City Department of Building's final technical and performance standards for all installations of photoluminescent markings by July 1, 2006.

"Over the next few months, building managers and owners will be besieged be·siege  
tr.v. be·sieged, be·sieg·ing, be·sieg·es
1. To surround with hostile forces.

2. To crowd around; hem in.

3.
 by photoluminescent product manufacturers, distributors and installers," commented Martin. "Most, if not all, of these companies will be unknown to those making the decision and it's quite likely that some will be less than knowledgeable or reputable rep·u·ta·ble  
adj.
Having a good reputation; honorable.



repu·ta·bil
."

To guarantee compliance, building managers and owners must select a qualified contractor with product and engineering expertise as well as a comprehensive approach to project management to ensure the safest and most cost-effective choice for meeting the requirements of Local Law 26/04. "It was important for us to compliment our many years of experience in the photoluminescent safety industry with such knowledgeable and experienced individuals in the New York marketplace."

About AfterGlow Technologies

AfterGlow Technologies is the commercial division of Noesis, the company selected by the Pentagon as its sole photoluminescent contractor for 9/11 reconstruction. AfterGlow offers unmatched technology and engineering expertise, as well as a comprehensive approach that make it the ideal partner for compliance with New York City Local Law 26/04. Well-suited to manage all aspects of large-scale projects, from product selection to logistics and installation, AfterGlow Technologies guarantees high-quality, a fixed-price and aesthetically-pleasing photoluminescent solutions for businesses and institutions. AfterGlow is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York and the Association for a Better New York. For more information, visit: www.afterglowtechnologies.com.
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