Solares Florida Corporation News

11 April 2012 - ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Solares Florida Corporation is proud to announce that today we have received ISO 9001:2008 accreditation from NSF International Strategic Registrations.  ISO ( International Organziation for Standardization) compliance demonsrates an enterprise's commitment to quality management and improvement practices.  Our certificate ( No. C0094430-IS1) is available for print or download at the following link:  Solares ISO 9001 Certificate

Starting in 2010, the Solares Florida Corporation management and quality assurance team worked closely with Florida Manufacturing Extension Partnership (FMEP) in developing our internal procedures and processes.  This certification furthers our commitment to our worldwide clients to continuously improve the quality of our products and services.   

Our certification of compliance to ISO 9001:2008 standard includes the design, assembly, and provision of products and solutions for the oil and gas industry. 

20 February 2012 - Tank Gauging Technical Product Training

Solares Florida Corporation and Rosemount Tank Gauging will present a Basics of Tank Gauging course for our Florida, Caribbean and Central America clients.  The Tank Gauging Product Training is a 4-1/2 day course focusing on Raptor, Rex, and TankMaster.  Course covers installation, configuration, and trouble shooting.  Course will be both theoretical and practical, with hands-on gauge stations provides.  Except for a laptop Windows PC, all equipment will be provided.

The course is tenatively scheduled for 7-11 May 2012 in either Houston, TX or Ft. Lauderdale, FL.   Participation will be limited to 16 attendees.  There is a non-refundable course fee of $700 per participant.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided.   For more details contact us at +1305.592.0593 or info@solaresflorida.com.

17 February 2012 -  FMC Technologies to Acquire Control Systems International, Inc.

HOUSTON, Feb. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FTI) announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Control Systems International, Inc. (CSI).  Terms of the transaction, which is subject to further due diligence and various closing conditions, were not disclosed.

Founded in 1968, CSI is a leading supplier of innovative control and automation system solutions. These include FUEL-FACS+®, the company's Terminal Automation and Information Management System, and UCOS® (User Configurable Open System), a complete supervisory control and data acquisition system and software solution.  Headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, with operations in Irvine, California, and London, England, CSI has approximately 150 employees.

"The addition of CSI enhances FMC's automation and controls technologies and supports our long-term strategy to expand our subsea production and processing systems," said Robert Potter, FMC's Executive Vice President of Energy Systems. "This acquisition also provides immediate benefits for our Measurement Solutions business to offer comprehensive fuel terminal and pipeline automation systems, resulting in significant value to our customers."

16 February 2012 - Solares Code of Business Conduct and Ethics

In 2009 Solares celebrated our 90th year in business.  We recognize that our reputation for honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness that has been earned over the past 90+ years can be lost in 5 minutes.  Even though our core values and business ethics are imbedded in each of our associates, it is important to communcate to all our business partners, whether clients, suppliers, or contractors the Solares Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.  The Code communicates our core values and our approach to business - in essence, we do what is right.  To view our statement, please click the following link.  Solares Code of Business Conduct and Ethics

Solares Florida will have a stand and participate in the upcoming conferences sponsered by National Institute for Storage Tank Management (NISTM) as well as the International Liquid Terminals Association (ILTA). 

The 14th Annual International Aboveground Storage Tank Conference & Trade Show will be held at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, Florida on 28-30 March 2012. 

The 32nd Annual ILTA  International Operating Conference & Trade Show wil lbe held at the George R. Brown Convention Centre in Houston, Texas on 21-23 May 2012. 

Please contact your Solares representative if you would like to attend wither of the above events.

Solares Florida Corporation and Rosemount Tank Gauging will present a technical seminar on tank gauging for our Caribbean basin clients.  The seminar will be held in Barbados on 9 November 2011.  For more details contact us at +1305.592.0593 or info@solaresflorida.com

3 January 2011 - Solares Florida Corporation divests Process Controls Group

Miami, FL-based Solares Florida Corporation announced today that it has completed the divestiture of their Process Controls Group based in Lakeland, FL. FCX Performance, Inc. ("FCX), based in Columbus, OH, is the acquiring company. All of the Solares Florida Process Group operating assets and personnel will transfer to the new company, Solares Controls. For our process controls clients, the transition will be seamless. The Solares Controls staff, managed by Luis Garcia, remains as before the transaction.

Solares Florida Corp will continue providing equipment and services to the Oil & Gas Transportation, Distribution, and Storage industry throughout Florida, the Caribbean, and Latin America. There was no loss of jobs as a result of the transaction, with a net increase in overall employment by both organizations expected over the next few months.

FCX Performance is a leading distributor of process flow control products and services that serves MRO and OEM customers in the pulp & paper, chemical, petroleum pharmaceutical, power, steel and other process markets. Formed in 1999, FCX has 16 offices serving 30 states and over 235 employees and is recognized for its ability to provide innovative solutions to meet the most complex and challenging applications. FCX has vast product knowledge and technical expertise in valves, instruments, pumps, hose, fittings and process flow control equipment.

Ignacio Solares, Solares Florida's President and CEO, added "the divestiture of the Process Group is a win-win for all parties: FCx acquires a successful operation with a great staff and significant growth opportunities; our suppliers continue to work with a financially solid and a recognized leader in the industry; and the Solares Florida organization will focus like a laser beam on our expanding oil /gas terminal automation business."

1 January 2011 - Solares expands territory for Rosemount Tank Gauging

Rosemount Tank Gauging North America is very pleased to announce that Solares Florida Corporation of Miami, FL has been assigned the state of Florida for distribution of the Rosemount Tank Gauging product line effective immediately.

Having spent the last 12 years representing Rosemount Tank Gauging throughout the Caribbean Basin and Central America, Solares has developed a broad knowledge of applications and are well practiced in design, configuration, and service of tank gauging systems for the oil and gas transportation, distribution, and storage market. Under the leadership of President Ignacio Solares, the company's dedication to RTG equipment sales and service has allowed them to cultivate a loyal customer following throughout their established territory. They comply with major oil company insurance requirements and are members of ISNetworld, ILTA, NFPA, and TWIC.

With an experienced staff of industry-proven and dedicated engineers, we are confident Solares will provide outstanding customer service and support to existing and new RTG customers in Florida.

1 January 2011 - FMC Smith expands SFC market to include Florida

FMC Measurement Solutions announced that Solares Florida Corporation of Miami, FL has been assigned the state of Florida for distribution of the Smith Meter® product line effective immediately.

Having spent the last 48 years representing Smith Meter throughout the Caribbean Basin and Central America, Solares has developed a broad knowledge base of measurement applications and are well practiced in designing, applying, supporting and servicing systems and components related to flow measurement and controls. Under the leadership of President Ignacio Solares, the company's dedication to Smith Meter® equipment sales and service has allowed them to cultivate a loyal customer following throughout their established territory. They comply with major oil company insurance requirements and are members of ISNetworld and TWIC.

With an experienced staff of industry-proven and dedicated engineers, we are confident Solares will provide outstanding customer service and support to existing and new Smith Meter® customers in Florida.