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November 1, 2008
CMT Participates in Operation: Weatherization |
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On November 1, a team from Comfort Motion Technologies joined other
Anderson Community leaders in Operation: Weatherization. The event was
sponsored by the United Way of Madison County and Job Source. The CMT
team members included Tom Epply, Alan Rowley and Chris Meyer.
Operation: Weatherization is a day dedicated to preparing 51 homes for
the cold temperatures ahead by applying energy-saving techniques
throughout the home. Activities included installing air filters, plastic
over the windows, insulation, energy-saving light bulbs and smoke
detectors.
Tom Epply of CMT commented, "It was really great to be able to help
out families that are very much in need."
CMT's Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software enhances the ergonomic value
and function of existing power seat applications and automates subtle
changes in the seat position, redistributing the occupant's weight. This
reduces the occupant's stress load and relieves the pain caused by muscle
fatigue and compression.
Based in Anderson, Indiana, Comfort Motion Technologies' mission is
"Enhancing People's Lifestyles Through Innovative Technology." |
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October 30, 2008
CMT Receives 21st Century Fund Recognition Award |
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Comfort Motion Technologies was selected as a 21st Century Fund SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research)/STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) award recipient. CMT was a part of an elite group of entrepreneurs and
business owners who have demonstrated initiative, innovation and a
strong commitment to success by developing their technology and business
in Indiana. Alan Rowley, Vice President of Commercialization, accepted
the award on behalf of CMT, at the annual 21st Century Fund recognition luncheon on October 30, 2008.
"The success of innovative, entrepreneurial businesses like ours is an
essential component of Indiana's effort to further strengthen and
diversify our economy," Rowley stated. Together, the award recipient
companies have plans to create more than 5,000 new, high-tech, high-skill jobs in the next two to five years.
The innovations companies like CMT are developing are making an impact
far beyond the borders of Indiana. Since developing an effort to boost
funding for small businesses, Indiana has seen a more than 30% increase
in federal dollars coming to businesses in our state.
CMT's Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software enhances the ergonomic value
and function of existing power seat applications and automates subtle
changes in the seat position, redistributing the occupant's weight. This
reduces the occupant's stress load and relieves the pain caused by muscle
fatigue and compression.
Based in Anderson, Indiana, Comfort Motion Technologies' mission is
"Enhancing People's Lifestyles Through Innovative Technology." |
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October 2, 2008
CMT Addresses Tech Summit |
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Tech Summit 08 focused on the future of advancing entrepreneurship and innovation across the state. About 1000 of Indiana's best and brightest entrepreneurs attended workshops and panels and perused more than 13,000 square feet of trade show exhibits. They also heard presentations from nationally renowned keynote speakers including Scott Jones, Chairman & CEO, Cha Cha.
Six different workshops were conducted by high-profile Indiana based entrepreneurs who presented practical advice and lessons learned while creating new companies.
CMT participated in the Inventing & Innovation Process Workshop where Alan Rowley, Senior Vice President of Commercialization, addressed a very attentive group on the various steps involved with the creation of CMT.
Rowley touched on several important topics such as finding and addressing a real sustainable market, managing finances, finding the right kind of investors, the importance of having a solid business plan and protecting your intellectual property.
Participants were invited to ask questions throughout the presentation, which created a good exchange of ideas and suggestions.
CMT will be participating in more of these types of events in the future. |
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August 27, 2008
CMT Exhibits at the Florida Chiropractic National Convention and Expo |
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CMT demonstrated its Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software technology at the Florida Chiropractic National Convention and Expo. Held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, August 21st - 24th, the convention and expo is the single largest chiropractic association gathering in the country with over 2,600 doctors and other related fields of expertise in attendance.
Demonstrated in a red 2008 Cadillac CTS, CMT attended the expo to gain valuable feedback from the doctors on its software technology. The response to CMT's technology was overwhelmingly positive. Several doctors referred to CMT's technology as a “Best of Show Product” and stated they would recommend it to their patients with lower back issues. Dr. Paul Phipps, President of Comfort Motion Technologies, stated, “It is very heartening to see the chiropractic industry's positive response to our Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software."
CMT's Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software enhances the ergonomic value and function of existing power seat applications and automates subtle changes in the seat position, redistributing the occupant’s weight. This reduces the occupants stress load and relieves the pain caused by muscle fatigue and compression.
Based in Anderson, Indiana, Comfort Motion Technologies' mission is “Enhancing People's Lifestyles Through Innovative Technology.”
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August 15, 2008
CMT Receives its First Patent for its Multi-position Software Addressing the #1 Issue for Automotive Seat Manufacturers, Lower Back Support
Because of this issue most drivers experience some level of back pain, and other related issues, while driving. CMT has developed a software solution (three patents pending) for all automotive power 6-way, 8-way, 10-way and 12-way Memory Seats. This technology automatically makes safe, subtle changes in the driver’s seat position. CMT provides a quantum leap to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the transportation industry. CMT software provides an innovative solution to meet the customer’s growing demand for comfort driving technology. CMT software is low cost to integrate, requiring no hardware upgrades by the OEM. CMT provides the consumer with a more comfortable driving experience that reduces the negative effects of prolonged sitting and allows them to reach their destination feeling great.
Dr. Paul Phipps states “With CMT's breakthrough technology all drivers who have automatic memory seats, now can have a much more comfortable driving experience. We are working with the Original Equipment Car Manufacturers to make CMT a reality on as many vehicles as possible.”
Patent Abstract
A vehicle seating system can be used within a variety of vehicles to reduce positional fatigue and other effects of long distance traveling. Such a system includes a typical vehicle seat mountable in a vehicle, at least two powered seat adjustment actuators, and an electrical controller. The actuators are moveable to alter the seating position formed by the seat, thereby reducing fatigue experienced by a vehicle traveler. |
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July 23, 2008
Rose-Hulman Ventures Provides Software Development to Mira Award Finalist CMT |
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Rose-Hulman Ventures (RHV) played a key role in the software development for CMT. RHV assisted CMT by developing embedded software that used a CMT algorithm. Chris Meyer, a 2006 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology software engineering graduate, did the work the summer after he graduated from college.
Alan Rowley, senior vice president of commercialization with CMT, states, “Chris was instrumental in our embedded system software development, systems development, circuit design and hardware layout.”
Go to Rose-Hulman Ventures News Full Article  |
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July 29, 2008
Anderson Location Honors CMT for Purdue Support |
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Purdue College of Technology at Anderson recently honored Comfort Motion Technologies with a plaque in recognition of the company's ongoing relationship with Purdue. Company president Paul Phipps accepted the award from Jody Piece, assistant director of the College of Technology location, during an all-client meeting at the Flagship Enterprise Center, which serves as Anderson's business incubator and is the home to College of Technology at Anderson.
Go to Purdue University College of Technology News Release  |
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May 23, 2008
CMT is New Member of The Purdue College of Technologies at Anderson and Muncie, Industrial Board
Dr. Paul Phipps stated CMT believes very strongly in supporting higher education. CMT worked very closely with Purdue in the past and are proud to be a new member of its Industrial Advisory Board.
Industrial Advisory Boards
In order to make sure our academic efforts are being maximized in the Anderson/Muncie area, we have selected local industry leaders to represent this community on our Advisory Committee. It is the function of this committee to make sure we are delivering educational packages that will benefit all the people in the Anderson and Muncie area. We also strive to communicate any information about Purdue that might be of interest to the community.
Anderson and Muncie
The College of Technology at Anderson and Muncie is a part of the world-class College of Technology at West Lafayette. We have a variety of degree and class offerings that will allow you to extend your higher education right here in the Anderson/Muncie area. We represent a direct academic and administrative extension of the West Lafayette campus. Five degree programs are presently available with more being developed. Even if a particular degree program is not available, you may be able to acquire one or more years toward any technology program offered by Purdue
Go to The College of Technology at Anderson and Muncie website  |
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May 16, 2008
CMT Honored as One of the Five Finalists for Innovation of the Year Award.
On the evening of Friday, May 16, 2008, Comfort Motion Technologies was honored as one of the five finalists for Innovation of the Year Award. TechPoint hosted the 9th annual Mira Awards Gala at the Indiana Ball Room.
The TechPoint Mira Awards recognize exceptional contributions to Indiana's technology-based economy. Each nominee, finalist, and winner has accelerated the state's economy, focused global attention on Indiana and, most importantly, improved the quality of life for Hoosiers. The TechPoint Mira Awards highlight the accomplishments of Indiana's most innovative and successful technology-driven organizations. The Mira Awards is the largest technology awards ceremony in the state, growing in scope and attendance each year since its inception.
“Comfort Motion Technologies is pleased to have been chosen as one of the five finalists for the Innovation Award of the Year Award. We look forward to building on this exceptional experience as we go toward commercializing our software technology.”
Read a PDF of Press Release 
Go to TechPoint website  |
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May 16, 2008
Making the Drive More Comfortable
Story by Matt L. Ottinger – Anderson-based Comfort Motion Technologies LLC is engineering software to maximize comfort and safety in car seats.
Read a PDF of BizVoice Magazine Article – May/June 2008 
Go to BizVoice Magazine website  |
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May 13, 2008
Dr. Paul Phipps Discusses Benefits of CMT Technology with TASI
Dr. Paul Phipps recently discussed the benefits of CMT technology with the leadership group of The Transportation Activity Safety Institute (TASI).
TASI's mission is to advance the use of active safety systems to reduce vehicle crashes and save lives.
Go to TASI website  |
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April 28, 2008
Creating The Perfect Fit: New Car Seat Design
Trying To Please All if the People, All of the Time
Read a PDF of Press Release 
Go to Edmunds Article  |
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April 16, 2008
TechPoint Announces Nominees For Mira Awards
TechPoint Announces Nominees For Mira Awards. ... For more information on
the 2008 TechPoint Mira Awards ...
Go to InsideINdianaBusiness.com Report  |
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April 16, 2008
2008 TechPoint Mira Awards Finalists Announced
Awards winners to be announced at May 16 gala
Finalists represent the top nominees in nine technology-driven categories. TechPoint will host the 2008 Mira Awards Gala with presenting sponsor, BKD LLP, a top ten CPA and advisory firm, at the Indiana Roof Ballroom on Friday, May 16th. Mira Awards winners will be revealed during the Gala ceremony.
Go to TechPoint Article  |
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March 17, 2008
Indiana: Sending Tech Messages
New grants and jobs bolster Indiana’s diverse technology industry.
By Bill Trüb – “With the 21st Century grant, CMT will continue product refinement with the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Purdue University, Anderson University, and Ball State University,” says Tom Epply, senior VP of engineering for CMT.
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February 21, 2008
Comfort Motion Technologies is Corporate Partner for Purdue University College of Technology at Anderson
View a PDF of the COT Poster  |
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January 16, 2008
CMT Receives Grant from the Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund
Anderson, Ind. – Comfort Motion LLC, a software research and design firm located in the Flagship Enterprise Center, announced it received a grant from the Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund to further develop its software that is aimed at improving driver safety and comfort.
Read a PDF of Press Release 
Go to InsideIndianaBusiness.com Report 
Go to Indiana Economic Development Corporation Press Release 
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January 10, 2008
Christopher Meyer and Todd Higgins Join Comfort Motion Technologies
Christopher Meyer is a recent graduate of Rose-Hulman Institute of
Technology (Terre Haute, Indiana). Christopher has a BS in Computer Engineering and is pursuing an advanced degree in Engineering
Management, MS. His skills include embedded system software development, systems development and circuit design and hardware layout. Christopher's
position is Product Engineer. His focus will be on the technical advancement and application of all Comfort Motion Technologies.
Go to Rose-Hulman Ventures News Full Article 
Todd Higgins is a graduate of Indiana State University. He holds a BS degree in Communications, specializing in organization communication and communication law. He has an extensive merchandising background. Todd's most recent experience was with STRETCHHORSE whose products are designed to improve performance and health through increased flexibility. At Comfort Motion, Todd's position is Director of Logistics. He will be responsible for overseeing Comfort Motion's physical operations, customer services and satisfaction. |
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November 30, 2007
Comfort Motion Technologies Showcased at Technology Park Open House
Read a PDF of the article from The Herald Bulletin  |
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November 20, 2007
CMT President is Guest Speaker for Purdue University Class
Anderson, Ind. – Dr. Paul B. Phipps, the president of Comfort Motion Technologies (CMT), was recently featured as the guest speaker of a Purdue Industrial Ergonomics class. Using CMT’s weight redistributive technology to illustrate his point, Phipps spoke about the ergonomics of sitting and the biomechanics of the human spine.
Read a PDF of Press Release 
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October 2007
CMT is Indiana Venture Idol Top 20 Contestant
Venture Idol is a unique, exciting competition that enables young entrepreneurial companies to compete for a $10,000 grand prize – plus the chance to showcase their innovation, market opportunity, and passion before a live audience of the region’s leading Angels, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs.
Go to Venture Idol Website 
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August 8, 2007
Flagship Center Business Receives Key Endorsement
Comfort Motion Technologies (CMT) has received an endorsement from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) for the company's Vehicle Seat Multi-Position Software Technology. CMT is a client of the Flagship Enterprise Center in Anderson. The company's technology is used to improve the ergonomic value and function of existing power seat platforms.
Go to InsideIndianaBusiness.com Report 
Go to ACA Endorsement Website Article
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| Governor of Indiana Mitch Daniels visits CMT at their Anderson headquarters. |
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Spring 2007
Governor visits CMT Headquarters
On a recent visit to Comfort Motion Technologies headquarters in Anderson,
Indiana, Governor Mitch Daniels had an opportunity to experience CMT
Software technology first-hand. |
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