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Smart Business Akron/Canton | May 2001
Smithers Scientific Services Inc. of Akron has entered into a joint venture with Auto Testing Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz U.S. International Inc. Smithers is also closing its tire and automotive testing complex in Akron due to inadequate business volume over the last several years.
Americas International Inc. of Akron, a distributor of rubber and rubber chemicals, has relocated its offices to Akron-Peninsula Road.
Ohio's largest and oldest demonstrative evidence company, Visual Evidence Co., has opened a satellite office in Akron.
Scott Kline has established a local ProForma distributorship that will do business as ProForma Benchmark Business Systems in the printing, promotional products and personalized clothing industries. The company serves Stark, Summit, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Tuscarawas and Wayne counties.
Accellent Systems Inc. of Akron, an enabler of Internet appliances, is one of the initial companies designated as a "stop" along the eCorridor. The Ohio Department of Development Program designed eCorridor to promote technology entrepreneurship and innovation throughout the state.
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens has received accreditation from the American Association of Museums, which recognizes museums operating by the highest standards, managing its collections responsibly and working to meet the needs of the public.
Beau's Grille has opened on West Market Street in Fairlawn.
United Way of Summit County has added the Volunteer Center of Summit County as an operating division.
Liberty Grille of Akron, a full-service restaurant with a Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealership attached to it, is now operating under the management of lease-holders Eric and Francy Gabor of Rittman.
Republic Technologies International of Fairlawn has filed to reorganize under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.
