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Marathon Monitors Appoints New Quality Systems Specialist, George Demary

West Chester, OH (12 December 2007) – Marathon Monitors Inc., a member of United Process Controls, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. George Demary to the position of Quality Systems Specialist at its West Chester, Ohio manufacturing facility.

Demary joins Marathon after serving as Product Manager for the 9000 Series Instruments at Super Systems Inc. in Cincinnati where he was key in the development, deployment and service of the 9000 series instruments used in their heat treating controls products.

Prior to his three years improving the 9000 series, Demary was responsible for electronic systems on the F-16 flight line at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina. His assignment to this critical role for the flight line underscores his problem-solving abilities.

"George brings a wealth of experience in supporting critical systems under pressure as well as a customer-focused approach to field support," said Marathon President, Eric Boltz.

Demary’s responsibilities include development of new Quality Systems for Marathon and UPC both on-site at the nine UPC worldwide locations as well as technical field-service and customer support.

Marathon Monitors Inc. is a leading supplier of heat treating and combustion control systems with service and support subsidiaries in both Beijing and Shanghai. As part of United Process Controls, Marathon products are sold, supported and serviced world-wide and integrate seamlessly with products from UPC's member companies. www.marathonsensors.com - www.group-upc.com.

Marathon Named 2007 Ohio Exporter of the Year by Governor Strickland

West Chester, OH (20 July 2007) – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland awarded the highest honor in exporting for 2007 to Marathon Monitors Inc. During a ceremony at the Statehouse Atrium, the Governor awarded 31 Excellence in Exporting Awards, naming Marathon the “Exporter of the Year 2007.”

"Ohio is poised to become a leader in our fast-growing global economy, and we must continue to recognize that opportunities beyond our state borders are vital to Ohio's economic success," Strickland said, in his official release dated 18 July 2007. "These businesses represent the kind of drive, vision, and innovation required to be a leader in Ohio's exporting industry. I'm proud to honor them today."

Accepting the award were Marathon owners Eric and Yvonne Boltz. “Marathon is proud and excited to receive this honor from Governor Strickland. The employees and partners of Marathon share the responsibility deserve the recognition for their hard work. We knew that working with quality partners around the globe and not outsourcing our production and parts to cheaper places was the right way to continue,” said Eric Boltz, President of Marathon. “Our sales and service subsidiary in China and licensee in Mexico have worked hard to increase our market and maintain the quality that makes Marathon the best.” Marathon exports approximately 50% of its products while all manufacturing remains in West Chester, Ohio.

Marathon Monitors, an ISO 9001:2000 registered firm, designs, manufactures and markets atmosphere sensors, instrumentation and control systems for the heat treating, power generation, glass and ceramic, chemical and petrochemical, steel reheat, and incineration industries. For more information about Marathon’s products, visit the website at www.marathonsensors.com, phone 800-547-1055 (+01 513-772-1000 outside the United States), or email at yboltz@marathonmonitors.com.

Marathon Celebrates 25 Years in Business

Cincinnati, OH (2 January 2007) - Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce that today marks Marathon's 25th year in business. The Cincinnati Chamber was kind enough to drop in and give us this snazzy certificate too.

Marathon Monitors Upgrades to New Manufacturing Facility

Cincinnati, OH (20 December 2006) - Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce its move to an upgraded, modern facility in West Chester, Ohio. The new building is ideal for Marathon’s ongoing lean manufacturing initiative and their re-entry into full service and turnkey systems for the Heat Treatment and Process Control industries.

“Over the last year Marathon, with the help of TechSolve, transitioned to lean manufacturing methods that were hampered by our less modern, batch manufacturing facility.” said Yvonne Boltz, Vice President for Marathon Sensors. “As a technology leader in heat treat and process control products, we needed a more modern space that would enable lean, flow-based manufacturing.”

The new building, located at 8904 Beckett Rd. in West Chester, Ohio (45069), has an open layout for lean manufacture of Marathon's instrumentation, sensors, turnkey systems and ozone generation products. Marathon Monitors has long been a symbol for quality and innovation in both heat treatment and process control markets and, following new ownership December 2005, strives for even further excellence in new products and service.

“Since becoming a family-owned and operated business one year ago, Marathon has implemented new ERP systems, lean manufacturing and a worldwide service and support network, all to better serve our customers.” said Marathon President Eric Boltz. “This building makes our transition to a fully modern, customer focused enterprise complete.”

Marathon Monitors, a family-owned, ISO 9001:2000 registered firm, designs, manufactures and markets atmosphere sensors, instrumentation and control systems for the heat treating, power generation, glass and ceramic, chemical and petrochemical, steel reheat, and incineration industries. For more information about Marathon’s products, visit the website at www.marathonsensors.com, phone 800-547-1055 (+01 513-772-1000 outside the United States), or email at yboltz@marathonmonitors.com.

Simply Add Ethernet to All You Marathon Instruments

Cincinnati, OH (07 September 2006) - Marathon Monitors Inc. announces the availability of Ethernet connectivity for all current and legacy instrumentation. With this new capability any existing installation can be made fully compatible with Ethernet networking and the most modern data acquisition and supervisory systems.

Marathon's new MMInet hub allows users to seamlessly interface multiple instruments to industry-standard IP addresses. These instruments can then be accessed over a virtual serial port on a control computer using a simple driver. Up to 15 MMI-protocol instruments or 247 Modbus instruments can be attached to a single MMInet hub.

"Plant managers and Maintenance managers need to be able to access their equipment from wherever they are and now they can access even legacy Marathon instrumentation for a very low cost," says Yvonne Spooner, Vice President of Marathon Monitors. "It is important to service and update legacy equipment as Marathon products last so long and remain reliable for longer than most people own their cars! This is just one more reason to come to us for your heat treatment needs."

MMInet is simple to install - simply assign IP addresses and wire your RS-485 connections to the hub. The hub is then connected to your LAN and addressed by your SCADA system using a virtual serial port driver that makes the networked instruments appear to be on a local serial port. This means even legacy software systems can now be made Ethernet capable. Contact Marathon for installation and promotional details. 

Low-Cost Headless Probe for Atmosphere Heat Treating

Cincinnati, OH (25 August 2006) - Marathon Monitors Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of MMI Corp, announces the introduction of the new Headless Probe for atmosphere heat treating. The new probe is the latest addition to the arsenal available to heat treaters for controlling atmosphere.

The Headless Probe, which is manufactured in Cincinnati, Ohio, is based upon Marathon’s acclaimed Carbonseer – the best and most reliable oxygen probe used in atmosphere heat treating. The difference between the two probes lies in the thrifted composition of the Headless 

Probe. The design is more compact and has the flexibility for either 1.05" or 0.84" diameter sheaths and the sheath is made from high quality alloy.

"In order to meet the diverse needs of our customers, it is important to produce a variety of probes," says Erika Leeds, Customer Service and Sales Manager for Marathon Monitors. "We serve many heat treatment customers all over the world and the need for a flexible format, thrifted probe had to be met and we are doing it with the Headless probe."

The Headless probe is also available in bundle quantities for larger users and OEMs. Contact Marathon to discuss how the Headless Probe can work for your business.

Improved Display for Multipro Controller Released

Cincinnati, OH (09 February 2006) - Marathon Monitors is pleased to announce the availability of an improved LCD display for its Multipro controller line. The new display is included in all new Multipro instruments and is available for drop-in, user replacement on all Multipro models. The new unit uses a high-temperature (158 F operating) LCD as well as an environmentally sealed optical encoder with improved tactile feedback. Click here for a flyer or call today to order.

Marathon Multinational Industries (MMI) Buys Marathon Companies

Cincinnati, OH (05 January 2006) - Marathon Multinational Industries Corporation (MMI-Corp) announces the acquisition of the Marathon group of companies including Marathon Monitors Inc. (MSI) and Marathon Monitors and Control Systems Corporation (Beijing) Ltd. (MMC). MMI-Corp's majority shareholder is Dr. Eric Boltz, President of Marathon Monitors Inc. The change in ownership marks the forward momentum for Marathon with new products and the re-entry into SCADA and IR systems and its continued position as a leader for heat treatment and combustion trim products.

Boltz, who has managed MSI for six years and brought a new innovative edge to the company, is very positive for the future. "Being part of a big business can have certain advantages," states Boltz, "but when you are a successful, tight operation it is better to be flexible and less bureaucratic. Today's Marathon can respond much more quickly to opportunities and customer needs."

"Without the baggage of a larger corporate owner, there are almost no limits to what Marathon can accomplish now," stated Dean DiMarco of Industrial Systech in Brampton, Ontario, "I expect great things in 2006."

As the ownership shifts from a large conglomerate to private ownership, Marathon anticipates many new products and services that were previously unavailable. "The quality of the products will be upheld throughout any changes," says Yvonne Spooner, Vice President and co-owner of Marathon, "but the customer will experience better customer and technical service. The big excitement in 2006 is our reentry into systems with open platform, cost-effective SCADA software."

For questions or additional information, email at yspooner@marathonmonitors.com.

Marathon-China Occupies Newly Renovated Facilities

Beijing, China (6 September 2005) - After lots of hard work the crew of Marathon-Beijing moved into their newly renovated facilities yesterday. With the renovations done, furniture in place and computers, phones, faxes and internet up and running the team is fully equipped to serve its installed base and grow business by providing truly local support to this growing market. Below is a photo of the staff of Marathon-Beijing in front of their newly renovated building.

Tien Nguyen, Marathon's Lead Assembler for the Advanced Atmosphere Carbon Controller ("A-Squared") Line, Retires

Cincinnati, OH (1 September 2005) - Marathon Monitors Inc. would like to publicly thank Tien Nguyen for her many years of dedicated service to the company and our customers. For years Marathon's AACC sensors have been hand assembled by Nguyen with painstaking care and superb quality. She has been an exemplary employee and a good friend to all of us. We wish her happiness in her retirement and know that she will enjoy having time to spend with her family. Tien is pictured here at her retirement party with Robert Bellman, Marathon's Production Manager.

Liu Named General Manager of Marathon Monitors China

Cincinnati, OH (23 August 2005) - Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Yakun Liu as the General Manager for its wholly owned subsidiary in China, Marathon Monitors and Control Systems Corporation (Beijing) Ltd. Mr. Liu is responsible for all the daily operation of Marathon-Beijing.

"Yakun Liu built the market for Marathon probes in China as our distributor over the last eleven years and made the Carbonseer the best selling import, establishing Marathon in China as the highest quality sensors and controls for heat treating," stated Eric S. Boltz, Chairman of Marathon-Beijing and President of Marathon Monitors Inc. "With Liu at the helm, Marathon will continue to grow our Asian business by providing the best products and highest level of service to our customers throughout the Pacific Rim."

Liu joins Marathon-Beijing from Beijing Waves and Beijing Head-Tech where he was a founder, General Manager and now Chairman for both companies. He attended the China University of Science and Technology, receiving his degree in Controlled Nuclear Physics.

For more details please visit Marathon-Bejing's web page at www.mmichina.cn. Marathon Monitors and Control Systems Corp. (Beijing) Ltd. is located at: Marathon Building, Xi'erqi Subway Station Square,Haidian District, Beijing 100085, China.

Marathon Opens China Subsidiary, Appoints Boltz as Chairman

Cincinnati, OH (14 July 2005) - Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its wholly owned subsidiary in Beijing, China. Marathon Monitors and Control Systems Corporation (Beijing) Ltd. will provide sales and service for Marathon's sensor, instrumentation, and control systems products to the Pacific Rim, bringing a new level of customer support to this rapidly growing market. As the leader for Heat Treating products and the first U.S. probes, instrumentation and systems manufacturer to open a subsidiary in Asia, Marathon now provides "best-in-class" service to their customers throughout Asia.

"Given Marathon's position as a leader in heat treating probes and controls for the world and the incredible growth and importance of China in the overall market, establishing a Chinese subsidiary is a critical step to the continued success in Asia and to providing superior service to the customer." stated Adam J. Meyers, Chairman of Marathon Monitors and Divisional Chief Executive of Halma's Fluid Technology Division.

Coincident with the operational status of Marathon-Beijing, the Board of Marathon Monitors Inc. has appointed Dr. Eric Boltz, President of Marathon Monitors, as Chairman for Marathon-Beijing. 

For more details please visit Marathon-Bejing's web page at www.mmichina.cn (Chinese fonts required). Marathon Monitors and Control Systems Corp. (Beijing) Ltd. is located at:

Marathon Building
Xi'erqi Subway Station Square

Haidian District, Beijing 100085, China.

Marathon Announces Opening of Marathon Systems Control, Mexico

Queretaro, Mexico (July 5, 2005) - Cincinnati, Ohio (July 5, 2005) - Marathon Sensors Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of Marathon Systems Control, S. de R.L. de C.V. in Queretaro, Mexico. The opening of the Mexico office will provide immediate local sales and support for existing and new customers of Marathon's instruments, probes and systems. 

Marathon Systems Control will provide sales and service for calibrations, installations, SCADA software and control systems for all heat treating applications. Their expert engineering staff has over 20 years experience in field service for full local support of customers in Mexico, Central America and parts of South America.

"The opening of this office demonstrates Marathon's dedication to the customer by providing the best and most timely service with the best products available," commented Yvonne Spooner, VP Sales and Marketing for Marathon Monitors Inc. "The engineering and sales staff at Marathon Systems Control are the most knowledgeable in the area and will bring a new level of service to our customers in the territories they serve."

For more details and contact information, visit the new office's web page at www.marathonsystemscontrol.com, or phone +01 442 291 05 93. For questions or additional information, e-mail the office at marathonsystems@prodigy.net.mx. 

Marathon Makes a Splash at Taiwan International Technology Exhibition

Taipei, Taiwan (June 22, 2005) - Marathon's Taipei sales office, operated by Fred & Jean Engineering Company, exhibited both combustion and heat treat product lines at the 2005 Taipei International Technology Exhibition this week. The event marked the launch of Marathon's entry into the Taiwan systems business with exhibits of control systems for batch, pusher and NDIR-based process factor adjustment systems. 

With support staff in both Taipei and Nantou, Marathon provides best in class field service, support, repair and calibration services throughout Taiwan. For more information call 886-2-2698-2298.

New Sales Assistant Bolsters Marathon's Foreign Language Support

Cincinnati, Ohio (May 2, 2005) - Leading atmosphere control and combustion trim specialist Marathon Monitors has expanded its foreign language customer service capabilities with the appointment of Saida Odilova to the position of Administrative and Sales Assistant.

In her new position, Odilova will use her Russian, Turkish, Uzbek and Tadjik language skills to assist customers and distributors in Eastern Europe and central Asia, translating sales information and responding to inquiries. 

Prior to joining Marathon, Odilova worked as an assistant and translator to the International Red Cross as well as the American Embassy in Uzbekistan. She has studied Public Policy at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pa., and is currently pursuing a degree in International Business and Relations from the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio.

"As we expand our focus into Europe and Asia, Saida's language skills and personal experiences will be invaluable, especially in the former Soviet countries and Turkey," commented Marathon Vice President of Sales and Marketing Yvonne Spooner. "She has a good grasp of potential cultural sensitivities and will be able to communicate with customers in their native languages."

Marathon Monitors Expands Customer Service for Increased Access

Cincinnati, Ohio (April 6, 2005) -Leading atmosphere control and combustion trim specialist, Marathon Monitors, has expanded its customer service department with more access to technical resources. 

Under the new structure, Marathon customers in each of three global regions will have a designated Sales Manager to coordinate all of their account ordering needs-from initial product selection to replacement parts. For more technical advice on installation, product training, troubleshooting, and repair for all of Marathon's instrumentation and probes, the company now provides for direct access to its expert team of Applications Engineers and Service Technicians. For all atmosphere control and combustion trim needs, Marathon's service team can be reached at +01 513 772-1000. As part of the new customer service program, Marathon has also dedicated more resources to training its global distributors, providing customers worldwide with local contacts for fast service and troubleshooting. 

"Customer service has always been a high priority for Marathon," commented Marathon's Vice President for Sales and Marketing, Yvonne Spooner. "We are now taking our commitment to service to the next level, making it the centerpiece of our customer relationships. With this new structure, customers have their questions answered with one call, rather than waiting for their sales representative or distributor to track down the correct answer."

Updated Show Schedule

Cincinnati, OH (March 11, 2005) - Be sure to check out Marathon's latest product offerings at the following shows:

Metals Expo China - March 14-17, Beijing, Heat Treat Products

Electric Power 2005 - April 5-7, Chicago, Combustion Products

ISA Analysis Division Symposium - April 10-14, Houston, Combustion Products

ASM Heat Treat Show - Sept. 26-28, Pittsburgh, Heat Treat Products

Click here for more information.

10Pro-OT from Marathon Provides Overtemp Peace of Mind

Cincinnati, OH (March 3, 2005) - Elevated furnace temperatures can create unsafe plant conditions, increasing the risk of fire and explosion. The 10Pro-OT controller available from Marathon Monitors minimizes this risk with reliable temperature monitoring and alarm, backed by Marathon's expert service and comprehensive warranty. 

The 10Pro-OT single setup controller monitors furnace temperature and provides notice if the temperature exceeds the desired setting. An easy-to-read LED display provides clear visual indication of alarm status, and the unit can also be configured as part of an industrial control panel to sound an audible alarm. Only when the furnace temperature falls back into the set safe range will the alarm reset. This safety feature prevents manual overrides to ensure that the instrument is only reset when operating conditions return to a safe range.

Compatible with all furnace types, the 10Pro-OT is configured for thermocouple universal input connections. The unit is designed for standard quarter DIN panel mounting and is UL and FM approved. The 10Pro-OT replaces Marathon's discontinued 10Pro L microprocessor controller. 

Special promotional pricing is available through May 15, 2005. The 10Pro-OT is supported by Marathon's experienced after sale service and a comprehensive 18-month warranty. For more information, contact Marathon at 513-772-1000

Marathon Monitors Expands Coverage in Taiwan

Cincinnati, Ohio (February 4, 2005) - As reported in The Economic Daily, Taiwan's leading business newspaper, Marathon Monitors, a leading atmosphere control and combustion trim specialist, has expanded the product mix of its designated representative in Taiwan, Fred & Jean Engineering Co., Ltd. After demonstrating steady sales growth and high customer satisfaction with the company's combustion trim product line in Taiwan and China, Fred & Jean will now also provide sales and service support in Taiwan of Marathon's full line of heat treating products. 

Based in Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, Fred & Jean is a full sales and service company providing combustion engineering and heat treating equipment. The company has over 18 years of experience representing these products for overseas companies. A full staff of mechanical and electrical engineers, plus sales and support staff ensure expert service from sale to after support. 

Fred & Jean will service Marathon combustion trim customers in Taiwan and China, and heat treating customers in Taiwan. The company can be reached locally by phone at 886-2698-2298 or via e-mail at fredjean@ms16.hinet.net. 

Thermal Shock Absorber^TM from Marathon Speeds Maintenance and Protects Probes

(Cincinnati, OH), January 17, 2005) - Removing a hot probe from a boiler or furnace often forces a choice between equally unattractive options: remove it quickly and risk damaging the probe due to thermal shock, or undertake time-consuming incremental removal to prevent thermal shock. Marathon Sensors has solved this dilemma with the introduction of the Thermal Shock Absorberâ„¢ (patent pending), an insulated probe sleeve that protects hot probes from thermal shock after quick removal, saving time and money. 

Sudden changes in temperature can damage probe substrates beyond repair. To prevent thermal shock damage, probes are traditionally extracted as slowly as one inch every five minutes, a tediously slow process. Marathon's Thermal Shock Absorber is the first device to minimize this time-consuming process. Maintenance and troubleshooting delays are reduced, and the risks to personnel and the probe are minimized with this easy-to-use, cost-effective device.

The lightweight sleeve requires no special safety gear, and can be operated by a single person. At only a fraction of the cost of a new probe, The Thermal Shock Absorber is a money saving investment, reducing both costly production downtime and expensive probe replacement. 

Special promotional pricing is available through April 15, 2005 and can be downloaded here. For more information, contact Marathon at 513-772-1000.

Shanghai Heat Treat Exposition

(Cincinnati, OH), November 16, 2004...Marathon's President, Eric Boltz, has posted a short article and a number of photos from the recent Heat Treat Expo in Shanghai on the front page at Heat Treat News. Click here to see the article. 

Yvonne H. Spooner Appointed Vice President - Sales & Marketing

(Cincinnati, OH), October 11, 2004...In order to meet the challenges of the company's growing sales volume, Marathon Monitors, leading atmosphere control and combustion trim specialist, has appointed Yvonne H. Spooner to the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

As Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Spooner will assume leadership of all sales and promotion initiatives for the company's complete line of sensors and instrumentation for heat treating and combustion trim markets. Her role will focus on generating continued sales growth through management of the company's global sales staff and distributors, and strategic planning of marketing initiatives for new and existing products.

"Marathon has experienced a period of significant growth, with several successful new product launches and steadily increasing export sales," said Marathon President, Eric Boltz. "Yvonne has been brought on to ensure that we have the resources required to meet the needs of our growing customer base."

Spooner brings a wealth of experience in industrial product development and introduction to her new position at Marathon. She has previously managed sales and marketing efforts for fluid technology developer Cornerstone Technologies (Vice President), specialty materials producer Superior MicroPowders (Director) and industrial instrumentation manufacturer TPL, Inc. Spooner earned an M.S. degree in Chemistry from The Ohio State University and a B.A. in Chemistry from Wittenberg University. 

Eucon Joins the Marathon Team

(Cincinnati, OH), September, 2004...Marathon Monitors Inc., a manufacturer of atmosphere sensors and instrumentation for heat treat and combustion trim applications, established a sales and service distributor relationship with Eucon. Based in Madrid, Spain, Eucon has over 15 years of experience selling and servicing a range of heat treat and combustion trim products for the industrial sector. They will provide sales and technical service for Marathon Monitors' line of sensors and instrumentation. Eucon's territory for Marathon heat treat products will include Portugal, Spain, France and Italy. For combustion trim products, Eucon will serve Portugal, Spain and Italy

Marathon Releases New Sentinel Brochure

(Cincinnati, OH), July, 2004...Marathon is pleased to release its newest Sentinel Product Family Brochure. To download this Adobe Acrobat file click here. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required. To get Acrobat Reader click here.

Marathon Introduces FireView - Hybrid Combustion Analyzer

(Cincinnati, OH), June, 2004...Marathon's FireViewâ„¢ hybrid combustion analyzer provides accurate characterization of combustion allowing reduction of both fuel use and harmful emissions. FireView combines in-situ and extractive sensors to generate complete oxygen (O2), carbon monoxide (CO), and nitrous oxides (NOx) profiles essential for combustion optimization.

Unlike conventional analyzers, FireView uses a high-temperature sensor to measure O2 and temperature directly in the combustion chamber. This sensor serves as a sample port for extractive CO and NOx analysis. By measuring in the firebox, FireView allows fossil fuel users to react quickly to changes in their process instead of merely logging problems.

FireView interfaces with process control systems using industry-standard 4-20 mA signals that are then used for combustion trim control, trend analysis, and troubleshooting. 

Marathon provides free analyses (IRR, ROI, payback) of the impact FireView can have on your process. For more information, contact Marathon at 800-547-1055 or +01 513 772 1000.

Marathon Releases the Tempest 100 Combustion Analyzer

(Cincinnati, OH), March, 2004...Combustion control specialist, Marathon Monitors, introduces the Tempest 100 portable gas analyzer. This versatile instrument can be used to monitor both combustion efficiency and stack emissions for regulatory compliance in the glass, petrochemical, steel, incineration and power generation industries.

The Tempest is an economical way to obtain multiple gas measurements, as well as pressure, temperature and flow readings from any point in the combustion process using a variety of sampling devices. The lightweight analyzer is cordless, making it easy to carry from place to place for random sampling and troubleshooting throughout the plant, from the radiant heat zone of the boiler or furnace to the stack. A built-in printer provides immediate documented readings while the unit's memory collects data to be downloaded to PC for later analysis. 

The flexibility and portability of the Tempest is ideal for regulatory and process consultants who travel to multiple locations. It can also serve as an inexpensive back-up to existing on-site industrial plant monitoring systems. In this setting, the Tempest can be used as an interim system in the event that permanent monitors are under repair or as a tool to locate problems in the process where permanent monitoring isn't an option. 

Marathon Monitors, an ISO 9001:2000 registered firm, provides atmosphere sensors and instrumentation for the heat treating, power generation, glass and ceramic, chemical and petrochemical, steel reheat, and incineration industries. A member of Marathon Multinational Industries Corp., the company is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, and has representatives and distributors around the world. 

Marathon Welcomes Atexis (France) to its Combustion Trim Team

(Cincinnati, OH), January, 2004...Marathon is pleased to announce that Atexis has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications. Atexis is supporting customers throughout France, Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, Austria and Switzerland. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Atexis: 

Atexis
48, rue de Fregy - Z.I. - BP 50
77610 Fontenay-Tresigny
France
www.atexis.fr

Marathon Welcomes High Degree Technical Services to its Heat Treat Team

(Cincinnati, OH), December, 2003...Marathon Monitors has appointed High Degree Technical Services, based in Enfield, Connecticut, as its representative serving customers in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. The company offers custom engineering, manufacturing, installation, preventive maintenance, instrument calibration, and repair-with expertise in Multi-loop and PLC systems. For additional information please contact Jackie Calhoun or call High Degree Technical Services at (860) 763-4560 or toll-free at (877) 405-4565.

Marathon Welcomes Filtration Solutions to its Heat Treat Team

(Cincinnati, OH), December, 2003...Marathon Monitors has appointed Filtration Solutions, based in Redgranite, Wisconsin, as its representative serving customers in Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Filtration Solutions has over thirty years experience in the heat treat business. For additional information please contact Jackie Calhoun or call Filtration Solutions at (920) 566-0102.

Marathon Welcomes Enprotec Co., Ltd. to its Combustion Trim Control Team

(Cincinnati, OH) - Marathon is pleased to announce that Enprotec has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications. Enprotec is supporting customers throughout South Korea. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Enprotec: 

Enprotec Co., Ltd.
#204, Hana Bank Building.
103-4, Kocheok-dong
Kuro-ku
Seoul
South Korea
P: +82 (2) 558 6788
P2: +82 (2) 558 6789
F: +82 (2) 2688 4346

Marathon Welcomes Holotron to its Combustion Trim Control Team

(Cincinnati, OH) - Marathon is pleased to announce that Holotron has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications. Holotron is supporting customers throughout Romania. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Holotron:

Mr. Daniel Nedelcu
Holotron
900581 Constanta BD 
Mamaia 296, CP330
Romania
p: 40-241-831 293 
f: 40-241-831-298 
e: HOLOTRON@HOLOTRON.RO 

Marathon Welcomes Instrumentation & Control Specialists, Inc. to its Combustion Trim Control Team

(Cincinnati, OH) - Marathon is pleased to announce that Instrumentation & Control Specialists, Inc. has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications. Instrumentation & Control Specialists is supporting customers throughout the Philipines. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Instrumentation & Control Specialists: 

Mr. Bien C. Salvador
Company Name: Instrumentation & Control Specialists, Inc.
Address : 373 Boni Avenue, Mandaluyong City,
Metro Manila, 1550
Philippines
Phone No. : 632 5333839
Telefax No. : 632 7170417

Marathon Welcomes Prestige Furnaces and Engineering to its Heat Treat Team

(Cincinnati, OH) - Marathon is pleased to announce that Prestige Furnaces and Engineering. has joined its team of international channel partners supporting heat treat applications and customers throughout South Africa. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Prestige Furnaces & Engineering:

MARK POTGIETER
Prestige Furnaces and Engineering
Box 15004, Wadeville 1422
South Africa
Tel: +27 11 824 5280
Fax: +27 11 827 0652
Web: www.pfe.edx.co.za

Marathon Welcomes Eroom Technology Co., Ltd to its Power Generation Team

(Cincinnati, OH), July 9, 2003 - Marathon is pleased to announce that Eroom Technology Compnay, Ltd. has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications in the Power Generation market. Eroom Technology is supporting Power Generation customers throughout Korea. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Eroom Technology:

Mr. Jongsang Lee
President
Eroom Technology Co., Ltd.
897-1, Hokey-Dong, Dongan-Gu
Anyang, Gyeonggi-do
Seoul
South Korea
P: 82 31 453 4006
F: 82 31 453 4007

Marathon Welcomes Tecno Controles to its Combustion Trim Control Team

(Cincinnati, OH), July 9, 2003 - Marathon is pleased to announce that Tecno Controles has joined its team of international channel partners supporting combustion trim applications. Tecno Controles is supporting customers throughout Venezuela, Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao. For additional information contact Erika Leeds or Tecno Controles:

Techno Controles
Calle Capitolio
Edif. Feltre, Piso 5, Oficina 5B
Boleita Sur
Caracas, Venezuela 1070
p: +[58] 212 239 2434 / 239 2556 / 238 3594 / 238 3437
f: +[38] 212 239 7328
e: rafael.martinez@tecnocontroles.com
w: www.tecnocontroles.com

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New Carbon Probe Lines Announced and Released to Production

(Cincinnati, OH), March 26, 2002. Marathon Monitors Inc. has released its industry changing carbon probes to production. First shipments began March 25, 2002. Volume shipments of Marathon's Magnum and Value series probes will begin in April, 2002.

The Magnum Series is based on Marathon's patented modular platform. It features the AACC-Magnum, Carbonseer-Magnum and Ultraprobe-Magnum. All Magnum Series probes are available with Marathon's patented focused burn-off capability and can be refurbished on-site with factory warranty backing.

In addition to the Magnum Series, Marathon has released its new Value Series probes which are based on a new, value platform that provides optimized capability at the lowest possible price. The Value Series includes the Carbonseer-Value and Ultraprobe-Value. Focused burn-off is not available on the Value Series.

Both the Magnum Series and Value Series utilize Marathon's innovative "turbulent flow tip" to provide the highest accuracy in the most difficult flow-challenged environments (patents pending).

For ordering information and availability, contact Marathon today.

Marathon Commissions Automated TIG Welding Station for Thermocouple Lines

(Cincinnati, OH), March 25, 2002 - Marathon has completed the installation and commissioning of its latest facilities upgrade aimed at extending the service life of its complete line of Oxygen/Carbon sensors. The WeldLogic PULSARC-10-1000 micro-arc TIG welder  and Electro-Gauge custom automated torch station allow Marathon to provide its customers with laboratory-grade thermocouples unmatched by Marathon's competitors. Marathon's thermocouples are integral to its oxygen and carbon sensors products and available as either a standalone thermocouple (with protection tube) or as a raw component. For pricing and availability contact Marathon today (sales@marathonmonitors.com).

Sensors Express Highlights the CarbonSender Transmitter

(Cincinnati, OH), February 18, 2002 - The latest Sensors Express from Sensors Magazine, features Marathon's cost-conscious CarbonSender. CarbonSender provides raw signal processing, oxygen and temperature retransmit (4-20 mA), intelligent probe diagnostics, and probe burn-off functions as well as RS-485 communications (Modbus). Offering an alternative to the costly instrumentation setups traditionally required, the module ensures the integrity of sensor signals over long cable runs and is suitable for any installation that uses PLC or DCS controls. For more information call Marathon today at 800-547-1055.

20th Birthday for Marathon Sensors Inc.!

(Cincinnati, OH), January 4, 2002 - This month marks Marathon's twentieth year of servicing the thermal processing industry. Be sure to check www.marathonsensors.com on a regular basis for aggressive 20th Anniversary Promotions.

Erika Leeds Named Customer Service Manager

(Cincinnati, OH), December 3, 2001 - Marathon is pleased to announce the appointment of Erika Leeds to the position of Customer Service Manager. Ms. Leeds has coordinated both Customer Support and International Sales over the last several years and played an instrumental role in improving Marathon's customer service response time. As Customer Service Manager Leeds now oversees all inside technical support, repairs and order fulfillment efforts. Erika can be reached at eleeds@marathonmonitors.com.

Kevin Taylor Promoted to Heat Treat Applications Engineer

(Cincinnati, OH), December 3, 2001 - Marathon is pleased to announce that 14-year company veteran Kevin Taylor has recently been promoted to the position of Heat Treat Applications Engineer. Mr. Taylor has constantly demonstrated both his technical abilities and his commitment to his customers during his years in Marathon's repairs, technical support and inside sales organizations. In recent months Taylor has focused on solving customer problems on-site and has received numerous accolades for his dedication and technical savvy from customers. This promotion is not only a reward for Taylor's diligence, but excellent news for Marathon's Heat Treat customers as more of Marathon's best assets are targeted at solving their problems and making their businesses more profitable. Kevin Taylor can be reached at ktaylor@marathonmonitors.com. 

Marathon's Sentinel-FCP Extractive Carbon Sensor/Controller Featured on Sensors Express

(Cincinnati, OH), November 1, 2001 - The latest Sensors Express from Sensors Magazine, features Marathon's revolutionary extractive carbon control system, the Sentinel-FCP. The Sentinel-FCP allows shaker, rotary hearth and other non-conventional furnaces to be equipped with state-of-the-art carbon control without the use of traditional in-situ carbon probes, making such furnaces far from obsolete. To learn how the Sentinel-FCP can bring your furnace up to tomorrows performance standards call Marathon today at 800-547-1055.

Combustion Technologies Corp., NC, Joins Marathon's Power Industry Combustion Control Team

(Cincinnati, OH), November 5, 2001 - Marathon is pleased to announce the appointment of Combustion Technologies Corp. as its source for combustion products to support the Power Industry in NC, SC, VA, TN and FL.

For further information contact:

Nick Ferri or Dave Earley

Combustion Technologies Corp.
Apex, NC
(919) 367-3647

Marathon Releases the World's First User-Rebuildable Carbon Probe

(Cincinnati, OH), November 5, 2001 - Marathon Monitors Inc. has released the Advanced Atmosphere Carbon Controller XR probe (AACC-XR), the world's first probe with an entirely modular design allowing rapid customer refurbishment. Incorporating an innovative modular design (patent pending), the AACC-XR is made from highly rugged compoents to maximize the lifespan of each individual component, thereby providing the highest lifetime value of any probe available today. It's unique "tri-tip" outer electrode (patent pending) prevents false readings even in high flow situations where conventional probes read falsely high carbon potentials. In addition the AACC-XR is compatible with all major sensor substrate technologies so that it can be optimized for the user's application. For more information on the AACC-XR call Marathon today or click here.

Marathon Achieves ISO 9001:2000 Certification

(Cincinnati, OH), October 15, 2001 - Marathon is pleased to announce that it has achieved certification to the ISO 9001:2000 quality standard. Thanks in large part to the efforts of Marathon's Production Manager, Bob Bellman, Marathon now meets the upcoming QS9000 guidelines that require vendors to QS9000 companies to conform to the most updated revision of the ISO's quality standards. For detailed information about Marathon's quality systems please contact Bob Bellman (bbellman@marathonmonitors.com).

Marathon QuadBox^TM Released

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), October 2, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the QuadBox^TM, multi-point air/transmitter panel. QuadBox^TM integrates four CarbonSender^TM or Oximitter^TM modules with reference air and burn-off/calgas capability for four independent oxygen or carbon sensors. For companies utilizing advance PLC or DCS controls on their thermal processes, QuadBox^TM provides unprecedented economy when  compared to conventional systems utilizing separate instrumentation and air panels. For more information on QuadBox^TM contact Brien Knight (msibknight@aol.com).

Marathon CarbonSender^TM Released

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), October 2, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the general release of its CarbonSender^TM DIN-rail transmitter for Carbon sensors. The CarbonSender^TM eliminates the need for expensive instrumentation in installations where PLC or DCS controls are used. Providing raw signal processing, oxygen and temperature re-transmit (4-20 mA), probe diagnostics and probe burn-off functions, the CarbonSender^TM breaks new ground in atmosphere heat treating economy while insuring the integrity of sensor signals over long cable runs. For more information on the CarbonSender^TM click here.

Marathon Releases the Oxymit^TM

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), October 1, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the release of its Oxymit^TM DIN-rail transmitter for combustion trim applications. The Oxymit^TM eliminates the need for expensive instrumentation in installations where PLC or DCS controls are used. Providing raw signal processing, oxygen and temperature re-transmit (4-20 mA), probe diagnostics and performance verification functions, the Oxymit^TM breaks new ground in combustion trim economy while insuring the integrity of sensor signals over long cable runs. For more information on the Oxymit^TM click here.

Marathon Announces the Return of the Ultracarb 2000 & 4000^TM Multi-Point Infrared Systems

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), September 21, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the return of the Ultracarb 2000^TM and Ultracarb 4000^TM NDIR systems to its product line. Providing up to six (6) and twelve (12) sample points respectively, the Ultracarb^TM series measures CO, CO₂ and CH₄. From these measurements the integral MultiPro-IR^TM can directly determine actual carbon potential (%Carbon) and automatically adjust the process factor for in-situ carbon probes.

The Ultracarb 2000 & 4000^TM are fully compatible with Process Master 6, 7 and 2000. Additionally, both units support Marathon's EasyLink OPC^TM server for seamless integration with OPC compliant SCADA packages such as Wonderware and Intellutions.

For additional information on how Ultracarb^TM can improve your bottom line please contact Matthew Barlett (mbarlett@marathonmonitors.com).

Marathon Presentations at AISE

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), September 19, 2001...Marathon invites those interested in learning more about the various forms of oxygen sensors and the advantages of trim-control to attend two presentations at this year's AISE Convention in Cleveland, Ohio. 

"An Overview of Oxygen Sensor Technologies for Monitor and Control of Combustion Processes," by Reid¹ and Boltz¹, will be presented Monday, September 24 at 3:20 PM.

"Performance Optimization of Reheat Furnaces," by Knight¹, Spada² and Sirbaugh³, will be presented Tuesday, September 25 at 3:20 PM.

¹ Marathon Monitors Inc.  -  ²Techint Technologies, Inc.  -  ³ North Star Steel

Sentinel-ESi-C^TM Provides Cost-Effective Oxygen Measurement and Control for High Acidity Gas Streams

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), September 6, 2001...

Marathon is please to announce the availability of the Sentinel-ESi-C^TM. Based on the popular Sentinel-ESi^TM, the Sentinel-ESi-C^TM provides cost-effective, extractive oxygen measurement and control and is compatible with high acidity gas streams. For more information contact Marathon Monitors today.

Rebuild Your Carbonseer^TM or Ultraprobe II^TM and get a 12-month Factory Warranty

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), August 14, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce its "Nearly New" rebuild service for Carbonseers^TM and Ultraprobe II^TM sensors. Unlike competitor rebuild programs, this new program offered by Marathon rebuilds every probe using a new sensor substrate and a new thermocouple. By always using new key components, Marathon is able to warranty its rebuilt probe for a full twelve (12) months! For more information call Marathon today.

Marathon Introduces the Sentinel-FCP^TM Extractive Carbon Controller

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), July 2, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the the first extractive carbon control solution optimized for difficult to control furnaces such as shakers and rotaries. The Sentinel-FCP^TM applies Marathon's acclaimed Sentinel sensor technology to extractive carbon control. With an integrated anti-soot system and optional temperature and overtemp controls, the Sentinel-FCP^TM provides complete carbon control in an extractive system. Unlike previous attempts at extractive control that used dewpoint as the control variable, the Sentinel-FCP^TM utilizes proprietary algorithms to provide true carbon potential control. For more information click here.

Marathon Adds Control Panels Offerings to its Website

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), July 5, 2001...Marathon is pleased to announce the addition of a section covering Heat Treat Control Panels to its website to see our panel offerings click here.

Marathon Dialogue on Carbon Probes Featured in Heat Treating Progress

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), April 2, 2001...The April/May issue of Heat Treating Progress features an in-depth, round-table discussion on the proper use and maintenance of carbon probes.

Marathon Adds Intrinsically Safe Classification to All Oxyfire Probes

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), March 26, 2001...Marathon Monitors Inc. is please to announce that all of its Oxyfire^TM high-temperature oxygen sensors are now intrinsically safe per EN50 14 (1977) clause 1.3.

Sentinel-ES Featured in Modern Applications News

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), March 6, 2001...Marathon's highly successful extractive atmosphere sensor, the Sentinel-ES^TM is featured in the March issue of Modern Applications News. The article, entitled "Advanced Furnace Control Technology Beats Carbon Probes," details the installation and operation, and observed advantages of the Sentinel-ES^TM at Scanco, Inc., a premiere Heat Treating facility in Federal Way, WA. For more information sign up for your free subscription to Modern Applications News or call Marathon and ask for a reprint.

Emergency Order Line for Holidays and Weekends

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), December 13, 2000...Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of its emergency order line. Effective December 15, 2000 customers will be able to order equipment on weekends and holidays. Marathon's emergency order pager number can be found here. 

Marathon Manuals Available On-Line

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), September 14, 2000... Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of many of its product manuals on-line. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to access the on-line manuals. Product manuals are available here.

Marathon Introduces the First Class I High Temperature Oxygen Probe

(CINCINNATI, OHIO), September 14, 2000... Marathon Monitors Inc. is pleased to announce the general availability of a Class 1 compliant version of the Oxyfire^TM high temperature oxygen sensor. This new option allows installation of Marathon Oxyfire^TM probes in areas where explosive vapors are present, a first for a TUV certified, high-temperature oxygen sensor.

Wonderware is a registered trademark of Wonderware Corporation, Intellution is a registered trademark of Intellution, Inc., Process Master is a trademark of AFC-HOLCROFT, Inc. "Gold Probe" is a trademark of Super Systems Inc. Carbonseer, Ultraprobe II, Oxyfire, Sentinel-ES, Sentinel-ESi, Sentinel-ESi-C, Sentinel-FCP and MultiPro-IR are trademarks of Marathon Monitors Inc. The names of other actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.