Jerry K. Proctor Professional Reporting Services

Professional services are infrequent, technical, or unique functions performed by independent contractors or by consultants whose occupation is the rendering of such services.

Examples of professional services contracts include those of: Accountants, Actuaries, Appraisers, Architects, attorneys, Brokerage firms,Business consultants, business development managers, Copywriters, Dentists, Distributors, Engineers, Funeral directors, law firms,Physicians, public relations Professionals, Recruiters, Researchers, Real estate brokers, Translators, Software engineers, Audio engineers,Structural engineers, Value-added resellers and Web designers. While not limited to licentiates (individuals holding professional licenses), the services are considered professional  and the contract may run to partnerships, firms, or corporations as well as to individuals..

The selection of an independent contractor or consultant providing professional services usually depends on skill, knowledge, reputation, ethics, and creativity. Prices for services, even within the same field, vary greatly. Some professional-service providers are able to give fixed rates for projects, while others define the price only after assessing the work involved. For this reason, it is common to hire professionals on the basis of an hourly fee and of an estimated length of project 

Jerry K. Proctor

Professional Reporting Services is a dedicated team of Certified Shorthand Reporters using the latest in technolgy to provide the fastest and most accurate transcripts available.

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Health Care Professionals California

Heart Hugger and Surgi-Support Vest for Women provide patients with full-time wound stability and support, in the hospital and at home. That’s why they are part of many cardiac and thoracic surgery programs worldwide. They help keep patients on their clinical pathway to recovery.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Heart failure is a chronic, long-term condition, although it can sometimes develop suddenly.

The condition may affect only the right side or only the left side of the heart. These are called right-sided heart failure or left-sided heart failure. More often, both sides of the heart are involved.

Heart failure is present when the following changes are present:

• Your heart muscle cannot pump, or eject, the blood out of the heart very well. This is called systolic heart failure.
• Your heart muscles are stiff and do not fill up with blood easily. This is called diastolic heart failure.

Both of these problems mean the heart is no longer able to pump enough oxygen-rich blood out to the rest of your body, especially when you exercise or are active.

As the heart's pumping action is lost, blood may back up in other areas of the body, causing fluid to build up in the lungs, the liver, the gastrointestinal tract, and the arms and legs. As a result, there is a lack of oxygen and nutrition to organs, which damages them and reduces their ability to work properly.

Perhaps the most common cause of heart failure is coronary artery disease (CAD), a narrowing of the small blood vessels that supply blood and oxygen to the heart. For information on this condition and its risk factors, see: Coronary artery disease.

Heart failure can also occur when an infection weakens the heart muscle. Such a disorder is called cardiomyopathy. There are many different types. For more information, see: Cardiomyopathy

Other heart problems that may cause heart failure are:

• Congenital heart disease
• Heart attack
• Heart valve disease
• Some types of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias)

Diseases such as emphysema, severe anemia, hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism may also cause or contribute to heart failure.

Heart Hugger Sternum Support Harness

After Cardiac or Thoracic surgery, pain is a fact of life, and there's no mystery about what causes it - stress on the surgical wound. Heart Hugger circles the rib cage with uniform pressure. Because it is patient operated, it gives patients full-time control over the pain that goes along with every movement and gives them the confidence and independence to do the respiratory therapy and ambulatory exercises necessary for recovery. 

Gen­er­al Car­diac Tech­nol­o­gy, Inc. man­u­fac­tures Heart Hug­ger Ster­num Sup­port Har­ness, a pa­tient-​op­er­at­ed ster­num sup­port har­ness that is ap­plied post-​op to splint sur­gi­cal wounds for im­proved pa­tient com­pli­ance and few­er wound com­pli­ca­tions. A 4-​inch wide belt with shoul­der straps fits around the rib cage with han­dles at mid-​ster­num. When pa­tients need to cough, stand, sit, roll, or walk, they squeeze the han­dles to­geth­er, sup­port­ing the chest wall and sta­bi­liz­ing ster­nal wounds, ribs, chest and back and pro­vid­ing pain re­lief. Heart Hug­ger is uti­lized by over 220 lead­ing Heart Pro­grams in the U.S. and 340 Heart Pro­grams world-​wide. See more at www.hearthug­ger.com

Fitting Women

For women, the handles rest above the breasts not around them. The handles might be a  bit flared out at the bottom. This should be OK so long as you can get to them with  your fingertips so you can squeeze the handles together and tighten the chest strap. The retention strap can also offer women’s breasts additional support and comfort with a snug fit. What can help some women is having them bring their most comfortable front hook  bra from home or a tight tee shirt. They wear the bra under the gown then Heart Hugger  over that.

Many different types of mattresses,

Just as there are many different types of mattresses, there are a variety of mattress toppers (also called pillow top mattress pads) available. Each one has something different to offer, and what may be an ideal choice for one person won't work for another. There are health concerns, comfort preferences, dollar value and sleeping partners to take into consideration when deciding what kind of mattress topper will be the best choice.
The primary reason for adding a mattress topper to a bed is additional comfort. A good mattress topper can add support to a mattress that is a bit too soft for those with joint pain, or it can add luxurious softness to a mattress that is too firm, while not taking away from the support of the mattress. There are toppers made with materials like memory foam that help to minimize movement while asleep, which can be a huge asset to those with partners who are light sleepers. A pillow top mattress pad can also help to prolong the life of a mattress that is in good condition, though it won’t salvage a mattress that is ready to be replaced.
Some consumers are concerned that adding a mattress topper to their bed will mean having to buy all new sheets, as well. Pillow tops -- which go on top of the mattress but beneath the fitted sheet -- are available in a variety of thicknesses. If a fitted sheet is already snug on the bed before a topper is added, or if the topper purchased is one of the thicker ones available, you may have to buy new fitted sheets with deeper pockets.
Memory foam is the most popular type of mattress topper, and consumers say it offers the most support to those with arthritis or muscle and joint pain. It's also a cheaper choice for those who to try out memory foam without investing in a $2,000+ foam mattress. Latex foam offers similar support and is made of rubber, a natural material that is generally hypoallergenic (although some people do have latex allergies). Feather mattress toppers add cushioning rather than support and are good for those who like to feel cozy and swaddled in softness while sleeping. Wool mattress toppers are available in various blends and offer optimal softness and temperature regulation, but their high cost make them the least popular choice in mattress toppers.

Mattress & Mattresses

How we got started...  It all started on a vacation in Los Angeles in early 1999. I was talking to my future brother-in-law on a road trip on the 405 freeway. I was describing my business plan to him, and he thought it was a great idea. From that moment it was born.

In March of 1999 I installed a business phone line into my apartment and placed an ad in the yellow pages in San Francisco. The ad started running in June. The very first day the ad came out four people called. I was writing orders from my bedroom and customers were picking up out of my garage. We finally found a retail location in October of 1999 and opened on October 15th. My girlfriend (who is now my wife) was graduating college in 1999 and ran the store four days a week; we were closed the other days while she was at school. I was managing the family business full time and supporting us. For the first ten months, her salary was $3 per hour. I put every penny we had into the company. Our first several months were very lean. By February 1st of 2000 we were nearly broke. But with the rent paid for the month, and a month of sales ahead, we pressed on. Today, 12 years later, business is booming.

Foamorder is a place to bring your questions about foam. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff will guide you to the products you need. Our goal is to be a one-stop shop for your foam needs, to carry a large variety of foams for every sector.

We have the friendliest foam web site on the Internet. We invented the on-line custom quote feature based on dimensions, and, regrettably, we didn't try to patent it. (Per our patent attorney, it was possibly a costly mistake.) Here, you can obtain LIVE price quotes for stocked and custom cut foams. Our secure web servers will process your order. Within minutes you will be on your way to receiving foam products without ever leaving your home.

Our foam has been used for a variety of projects, from custom-built sofas to costumes. Most people don't realize how much foam is a part of their everyday lives. You'll find foam in window seats, couches, athletic shoes, gyms, life preservers, and mattresses.

Why Buy a Mattress Topper

One popular choice is a memory foam topper. This style of topper is a futuristic material that holds the shape when weight is applied. The foam prevents a person from tossing and turning and molds to the contours of their body. A foam mattress topper is a great idea for somebody considering buying one of the expensive memory foam mattresses, essentially giving a trial period.
Mattress toppers are generally washable. This is another big selling feature. The pads can be removed and taken to the dry cleaners, ensuring they are clean and sanitary. This is typically a feature available for mattress toppers that are made of down or wool material. Many of the toppers are made with hypoallergenic material which is a good choice for people who suffer from specific allergies.
I've looked and tried a lot of pads, from conventional eggcrate to latex, and in my experience memory foam mattress topper pads are the most comfortable pads of all and offer pressure relief that no other material can approach. My customer experience supports this; we only have about 4 - 5% returns, a very low rate for a product sold directly over the internet.
Why do people return it? I'd say the vast majority are from people who had specific pain issues that the pad didn't help with. The most common type of pain person we see is back pain people, and I'd guess that topper works for 80% or so of these people. The causes for back pain are just so numerous that the pad will work for some and not others.
The memory foam mattress topper pads work more routinely for other chronic pain people in our experience - I've had a lot of luck with people with arthritis and fibromyalgia. And for the more ordinary person who just wakes up with aches and pains, the memory toppers work very well to make it more comfortable and relieve pressure points that cause these aches and pains.

Picking the Best Mattress Topper

Ultimately, a mattress topper is used to change and improve your quality of sleep without having to purchase a whole new mattress set. It is a layer of padding placed on top of a mattress to increase comfort and softness. There are many factors to consider when picking the best mattress topper for your bed. Some characteristics to think about for mattress toppers are comfort characteristics, the dollar factor and also if there is any health or allergy concerns.

Mattress toppers can be made out of a multitude of materials. Some common materials used for mattress toppers include poly based foam, quilted cotton, wool, down, latex foam and memory foam. Memory foam seems to be the most popular choice when selecting a mattress topper. It is a soft material that conforms to your neck and back to reduce pressure points.
Latex foam is also popular. It is durable and hypoallergenic. It also is known to have antimicrobial properties. This material allows for more air ventilation and does not retain body heat as much as a memory foam mattress.
Regardless of the material you choose for a mattress topper, it is certain that you get what you pay for. Thickness and density of the material correlate with the amount of comfort that it will provide. The better quality memory foam has a density of 4 lbs or higher. Of course a mattress topper comes in all the regular sizes such as twin, full, queen, king and California king. Price ranges for a mattress topper can vary from $70.00 to $400.00 depending on size and personal preference.
One common thing to remember when purchasing a new mattress topper is that typically you will also need to purchase a new fitted sheet as well. When buying a new sheet set, look for deep pocket sheets that will cover the mattress and topper completely.

Metals Products Steel and Grating Company

Grating steel Corporation abbreviated as Sino steel is a central enterprise under the administration of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission. Grating steel is mainly engaged in developing and processing of metallurgical mineral resources, trading and logistics of metallurgical raw materials and products, and related engineering technical service and equipment manufacture. It is a multi-national enterprise with core businesses that integrate resources development, trade & logistics, engineering project and science & technology, equipment manufacturing and specialized service, providing auxiliary service for steel industry, especially steel mills.

Aluminum bar grating steel has established iron ore and chrome ore resource bases in Australia and South Africa.

Sino steel possesses a global-running sales network and logistic service system. It is the raw material supplier and sales-agent for a number of Chinese steel mills, some of which Sino steel has entered into long-term strategic partnership. It is a supplier of iron ore, chrome ore, DRI, fluorspar, coke, manganese ore, scrap, steel products, magnetite and rare earth are in the leading position in China.

The scientific & technological companies under Aluminum steel operate in the areas of geological exploration, beneficiation, heat engineering, environmental protection, refractory materials, metal products and engineering design. Grating steel also undertakes project engineering & purchase, construction and auxiliary supply, and as an agent for many Chinese and international equipment & technology suppliers, provides financing and bidding services for Chinese steel mills.

Aluminum or Bar Grating steel operates as an iron ore importer in China. It engages in developing and processing of metallurgical mineral resources, trading and logistics of metallurgical raw materials and products, related engineering technical service, and equipment manufacture. The company offers ferrous metal minerals, non-metal minerals, and coke and coal; feedstock, such as scrap, pig iron, and heavy oil; steel/finished steel products, including steel/semi-finished steel products, steel wire products, and steel grating; and ferroalloys. It also provides manufacturing equipment, such as mining, rotating and sintering, iron making, and steel making and refining equipment; submerged-arch furnace; and continuous casting, rolling, carbon mechanical and electrical, and refractory manufacturing equipment. In addition, the company offers refractoriness for steel making industry, petrochemical industry, non-ferrous industry, cement industry, and glass industry. Further, it provides carbon products, electro magnetic material, and non-ferrous metals. Further more, the company offers investment development, future brokerage, tendering, goods transportation, insurance, cargo agent, storage and port and wharf services. The company has iron ore and chrome ore resource bases in California USA. 

Garden Fountain Online store in California

Outdoor living space, for many of us, is beneficial to our well being and peace of mind. Whether it is a small deck ,a patio, a front yard, or a backyard, we are always looking for ways to embellish and make it more comfortable, relaxing and appealing to ones senses. A. Silverware Co. is a family business. We have been manufacturing garden ornaments for five generations. We pride ourselves on quality products and excellent customer service. Our products are all hand finished and made of durable concrete with reinforcements.



Garden Fountainsonline was originally purely functional, connected to springs or aqueducts and used to provide drinking water and water for bathing and washing to the residents of cities, towns and villages. Until the late 19th century most fountains operated by gravity, and needed a source of water higher than the fountain, such as a reservoir or aqueduct, to make the water flow or jet into the air.
Outdoor living space, for many of us, is beneficial to our well being and peace of mind. Whether it is a small deck, a patio, a front yard, or a backyard, we are always looking for ways to embellish and make it more comfortable, relaxing and appealing to ones senses. A. Silvestre Co. is a family business. We have been manufacturing garden ornaments for five generations. We pride ourselves on quality products and excellent customer service. Our products are all hand finished and made of durable concrete with reinforcements. These products are built to last. So, if you are looking for a calming water feature, a sturdy bench or flower container, we have the product for you. Please browse our website and enjoy!

The park was originally called Cappella Two Tier Fountain, reflecting the European theme. In addition to providing drinking water, fountains were used for decoration and to celebrate their builders. Roman fountains were decorated with bronze or stone masks of animals or heroes. In the middle Ages, Moorish and Muslim garden designers used fountains to create miniature versions of the gardens of paradise.

Fountains are used today to decorate city parks and squares; to honor individuals or events; for recreation and for entertainment. A Splash pad or spray pool allows city residents to enter, get wet and cool off in summer. The Veneziana fountain combines moving jets of water, colored lights and recorded music, controlled by a computer, for dramatic effects. Drinking fountains provide clean drinking water in public buildings, parks and public spaces For that is how this garden appears, with its dense thicket of very tall, motionless palm trees, where the constant yet soothing tinkling of a charming fountain brings relief to ears longing for peace and quiet

Stainless Steel Bar Aluminum Plank Grating

The company consists primarily of three divisions. The first division stocks and fabricates carbon steel, stainless steel and fiberglass bar grating. Carbon steel and stainless steel safety grating is also stocked. SEIDELHUBER Metal Products is the second division. It manufactures and fabricates swaged aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel bar grating. Aluminum plank grating is also available. The third division is a California licensed subcontractor that furnishes and installs reinforcing steel in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Brodhead Steel is an independent family-owned metal fabricator and Installer that has been in business since 1947. We specialize in reinforcing steel and all forms of Industrial Flooring Products. Our corporate headquarters are located in South San Francisco, CA.

 Alcoa is a world leader in the production and management of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum, and alumina combined, through its active and growing participation in all major aspects of the industry: technology, mining, refining, smelting, fabricating, and recycling. Aluminum and alumina represent more than three-fourths of Alcoa’s revenue. Non-aluminum products include precision castings and aerospace and industrial fasteners. Alcoa’s products are used worldwide in aircraft, automobiles, commercial transportation, packaging, building and construction, oil and gas, defense, and industrial applications.

We acquired the manufacturing and fabrication assets of Seidlhuber Metal Products in 2006. This acquisition allows us to manufacture our own swaged aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel bar grating. Aluminum Plank Grating is also manufactured by our SEIDLEHUBER Metal Products Division.

The company consists primarily of three divisions. The first division stocks and fabricates carbon steel, stainless steel and fiberglass bar grating. Carbon steel and stainless steel safety grating is also stocked. SEIDELHUBER Metal Products is the second division. It manufactures and fabricates swaged aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel bar grating

Picking the Best Mattress Topper

A down mattress topper is a small step up from an egg crate. An egg crate is just a layer of padding that goes under the sheets and adds cushioning. These toppers can be purchased in all different sizes and fit almost any bed. A down mattress topper adds warmth and softness to the bed, which is great for couples who like to snuggle.

Most mattress toppers are now made with memory elastic foam, which most people feel is much more comfortable. Thickness counts when choosing mattress toppers. Price also matters, there are many comfortable toppers that can be purchased at a reasonable price. Although most mattress toppers are either goose down or memory foam, many other types exist. Some have wool covers, providing the sleeper with a lot of warmth.
Others are made with polyester fill that doesn’t give much padding. Some toppers are in between a mattress topper and a cover. Both cover the mattress under the sheets. Some problems may arise with a thick mattress topper. Sometimes fitted sheets are not adequate. There are larger fitted sheets, however they are not easy to find and are somewhat expensive.
There are many disadvantages to mattress toppers. A large number of topper and pad owners find it difficult to get them to fit properly. They often slide out of place making it a hassle to have to fix them every night before bed. They are not always effective so for some it is just a waste of money.
Though there are many disadvantages there are much more advantages. Toppers are less expensive than buying a new mattress. It also allows a person to try out mattress materials before deciding to purchase a new mattress. Some come with different hardness and softness that can be placed on each side of the bed to better the sleep and comfort of each partner.

Ligth Up Your Ride

We believe bikes are powerful and so are the people who ride them! 

Big thank you from all of us here at Sopo Bikes for your support of Broken Hearts and Bicycle Parts fundraiser!  The gloworms and shirts were a hit and our event was very successful at raising funds for our shop as well as bringing the cycling community of Atlanta together through a lot of fun social activities all weekend for bike blinker  Add caption http://bikeblinker.com "This appears to be the next generation in glow-wire technology. I'm very pleased with it overall, and the construction of the controller unit and the wiring seems built to last (and it's actually waterproof! Kind of important when you bike in the Pacific Northwesthad it about a month...works great and by all appearances I'll be using it for quite some time. Also, the manufacturer even included a hand-written thank-you, which is a nice touch.

Days are getting shorter and with the loss of Daylight Saving Time bike riders will be riding home from work in the dark. This makes riding around much more dangerous and to encourage everyone to ride a little brighter and safer we are having a Light Up Your Ride  Show us how you make your bike or yourself much more visible at night to the cars passing you and win a pair of the brand spankin' new Bike to Work Pants from Cordarounds ! These pants aren't just stylish for work, they also keep you safe while riding your bike. Flip up the pant cuffs and pull out the pockets to instantly become more visible.

Best Mattress Topper

When it comes to buying mattress toppers, the decision of which ones to choose can be a real pain. There are so many on the market and all of them offer a different experience for consumers all around the world. We all have different body types and consider comfort different from one another, which is why it is very important to know exactly what type of experience you plan to get out of the topper you choose. In considering this, you must also consider if you experience any special conditions regularly like, backaches from working, tight muscles, and other body pains that cause you grief. The reason is because if you do, you need to consider mattress toppers that will help with those conditions as you sleep.
Memory foam toppers have been considered to be great mattress toppers for people who experience back issues, chronic pain, and it helps relieve pressure in certain areas of the body. These comfortable plush toppers work great for at least 80 % of consumers especially those who suffer from arthritis and fibromyalgia. Although it works for many people, it doesn’t for all especially since there is such a wide variety of back conditions. Still it can be a first good mattress topper to start with to help you figure out what type you really need.
These foam mattress toppers were developed in the 70s by NASA but really didn’t start to hit the market until the 90s. Since then these comfortable toppers have become a hit. They come in many sizes but if you are looking for the best quality, comfort, and a mattress topper that has a pretty long life span you’ll want to go 4lbs and up. With so many companies claiming to sell quality foam mattress toppers, it can be hard to tell the difference when searching for the better buy. These quality foam mattress toppers have become more affordable than before which is another reason to be careful. These quality products are running neck and neck with low quality mattress toppers when it comes to prices.
One thing you can be sure about when selecting the best foam mattress topper is that they all differ in softness, density, and quality, which is why before selecting one, you should check to see if there is a money back guarantee. This is the best way to see if a topper is for you. You should also look for a mattress topper that has a longer warrantee, and choosing name brands can play a big part as well. Brand names that have higher customer satisfaction ratings tend to be the better buys. If you are not sure about what name brands are reputable, you could always do a quick research online for quality brands that have been proven as the better buy.
Some companies will show you their confidence in their mattress toppers by offering free trials. You want to search for companies like this as well, because you are more than likely to be satisfied with the results. This also lets consumers know that if a product is not for them then they have the option of replacing it or shopping somewhere else without being inconvenience. The truth is you always get what you paid for, so be a smart consumer and make sure the quality is worth the money.

We Love Mattress Topper

The main reason to use a mattress topper on an bed is to add comfort. Good mattress toppers add support to a mattress for those with joint pain. There are mattress toppers made with memory foam that may be good for those who have sleeping partners. A pillow top mattress can help prolong the life of a mattress in fair condition.

Some consumers worry that they will have to purchase all new sheets. Pillow tops that go under the sheets are available in a variety of thickness. For some, depending on the desired thickness new sheets may be in order.

The most commonly purchased mattress topper is memory foam. It is said to help those with arthritis and other pains. Latex foam gives the same support but is made of hypoallergenic rubber. Feather mattress toppers ass a softer surface instead of support, which is good for those who like to feel cozy. Wool mattress toppers can be purchased at different temperatures and softness.

A down mattress topper is a small step up from an egg crate. An egg crate is just a layer of padding that goes under the sheets and adds cushioning. These toppers can be purchased in all different sizes and fit almost any bed. A down mattress topper adds warmth and softness to the bed, which is great for couples who like to snuggle.

Most mattress toppers are now made with memory elastic foam, which most people feel is much more comfortable. Thickness counts when choosing mattress toppers. Price also matters, there are many comfortable toppers that can be purchased at a reasonable price. Although most mattress toppers are either goose down or memory foam, many other types exist. Some have wool covers, providing the sleeper with a lot of warmth.