(December 8, 2009 - Pittsburgh, PA) TMI has become a trusted name in managing dock and door safety, especially when it comes to preventing landing gear collapse, which has the potential to cause serious injuries and damage to people and equipment. TMI’s brand new EZ-Riser trailer stand is used to prevent trailers from up-ending when they are not connected to tractor trailers during loading and unloading, and is the best solution to increase work place safety.

TMI’s new EZ-Riser is a new heavy-duty, ergonomically-designed  trailer stand that offers best-in-class safety and simplicity. The new EZ-Riser took the best features of the Auto-Riser, including its gas-activated leveling system and automatic height adjustment, and made it even better! The new ergonomic design is user friendly, and does not require bending over or other straining motions,

Save-T Guard Security Gates are heavy-duty folding gates for loading docks. They increase security by creating a barrier on loading docks, shipping and receiving doors, warehouses, and personnel openings. Save-T Guard Security Gates deter theft and pilfering while letting fresh air flow into your facility. Available in single gates for openings up to 7’ 6” wide and in double gates up to 16’ wide, TMI’s Save-T Guard has you covered no matter what your opening requirement is.

Each Save-T Guard folding gate is made of 14 gauge steel with a polyurethane finish that handles rigorous day-to-day usage and discourages chipping. 3/4” x 3/8” punched and riveted U-channel construction, along with steel casters, allow the gates to expand and retract smoothly. Vertical support bars are made using 1 ½” x 1 ½” x 1/8” steel uprights and include 2” drop pins for additional structural stability. Save-T Guard Security Gates include L brackets that promote two mounting styles: in-jamb or face of wall mount. Optional extension brackets for mounting around existing overhead doors are available.

(October 1, 2009) The TMI Group of Companies continues to expand. Effective October 1, TMI has acquired the assets of RJF’s KoroKlear Division. “We are excited to add KoroKlear to the TMI group. KoroKlear enjoys a great name and quality reputation in the industry. We are looking forward to working with KoroKlear’s customers which will benefit from TMI’s broad product offering ranging from bulk PVC film, PVC coated fabrics and flexible PVC to finished products such as strip doors and screen doors” comments Joe Peilert, President & CEO of TMI.

The acquisition supports the strategic objectives of both companies. With the addition of KoroKlear, TMI can further expand its market leadership position as America’s largest manufacturer and supplier of flexible PVC solutions for the door, food service, safety and material handling industries.

Jack Woodyard, General Manager of RJF International Corporation states: “The divesture of KoroKlear allows us to focus on our core businesses. As a well established long time player in the flexible PVC market, we know that TMI understands the requirements of KoroKlear’s customers.”

TMI, LLC: The First One-Stop Shop for Complete Range of Non-Phthalate PVC Products!

(April 2009) Many people have never heard of phthalates (pronounced ‘tha-lāt’), and even more are unaware of what they are or what they do. Phthalates are plasticizers that make flexible vinyl softer. They have been used in the production of vinyl products, including flooring, shower curtains, and children’s toys for decades. A recent ban of children’s toys containing phthalates in the EU and in California has caused a number of issues. Bans that pass in California, like Prop 65, usually gain momentum and move across the country. There has been an increased demand for non-phthalate products, including PVC and fabrics. Where can manufacturers find vinyl and fabrics that contain no phthalates?

TMI, LLC, the nation’s leading manufacturer and supplier of flexible PVC products, is the first supplier in the United States to carry a full line of non-phthalate flexible vinyl. To help manufacturers meet stringent production requirements, TMI has non-phthalate clear flexible PVC film, strip, and sheet, as well as a line of PVC coated fabrics.

While research shows that phthalates pose no health risk to humans, researchers hypothesize that exposure to phthalates, especially at a young age, may cause reproductive problems. Until now, many manufacturers have had no choice but to use vinyl and PVC coated fabrics containing phthalates. The TMI Group of Companies is the first to offer a broad line of non-phthalate products. Our ongoing commitment as a market and innovation leader is to develop next generation flexible PVC product solutions that meet and exceed market and government demands.

Joe Peilert, CEO of the TMI Group of Companies, comments, “Outside of legal requirements, many customers are realizing the opportunity to sell products that do not contain phthalates as a way to differentiate themselves from the competition.”

Contact TMI at 1-800-888-9750 learn more about how we can help you meet regulatory requirements for non-phthalate products and capitalize on demand in the fast growing market segment of environmentally responsible products.

Pittsburgh, PA – January 2009. TMI, the leading producer and supplier of flexible PVC, film, coated and laminated vinyl product solutions, is excited to announce its latest site addition. To better serve its growing West Coast OEM and Wholesaler customer base, TMI has opened a warehouse location in Anaheim, CA. “Our new Anaheim logistics center represents a critical addition, further expanding our ability to offer nationwide one-stop shopping for all your flexible plastic needs. TMI customers will benefit from reduced lead times and inventory carrying cost based on local material access.” comments Joe Peilert, President & CEO for the TMI Group of Companies. The location will offer distributors and OEM customers the most popular grades of flexible PVC, film and coated products. Operations in Anaheim will start as soon as March 2009.

Each door can be made with Bug mesh, Bird mesh, Clear PVC, or PVC coated vinyl panels. In the spring and summer, insert the bug or bird mesh panels into the custom extruded wind bars. When fall and winter roll around, simply pull the screen panels out and replace them with vinyl or clear panels. A solid vinyl or clear door creates a solid barrier that blocks against cold temperatures and weather. This design allows for energy savings and environmental control through the entire year.

Other new features of the Screen-Pro™ include increased door speeds up to 14” per second, a breakaway bottom bar, a variety of control and activation styles, attractive valances, optional photo-eye safety feature, as well as options for manual back-up activation for motorized units in the event of power failure.

Depending on traffic and application requirements, TMI’s Screen-Pro™ All-Season modular door system is a cost-effective alternative to expensive, fast-acting roll-up doors. Screen-Pro™ doors eliminate maintenance costs while cutting rising energy bills. Each door is custom made to fit any opening, and can mount in the door jamb, on the face of the wall, or around an existing overhead door.