New Auto Specs Search Product Announced by IDES

LARAMIE, Wyo., April 22 -- IDES Inc. today announced the release of Prospector Auto Specs, a new search application designed for organizations in the automotive segment of the plastics industry that require access to automotive specifications and their approved materials.

"IDES remains committed to developing services that bring significant value to the plastics industry," said Mike Kmetz, IDES President. "Through superior data integrity and simple design, IDES' Prospector Auto Specs will connect people to the most comprehensive listing of 6,000 auto specs, representing 70 OEMs."

Users can search by automotive OEMs like Ford, BMW or Toyota then by the actual specification. Prospector Auto Specs then shows materials that meet the specs. Materials can be compared and datasheets can then be viewed or printed.

In addition, subscribers will have access to IDES' industry-leading database of 43,000 plastic datasheets from nearly 400 suppliers. Each datasheet provides extensive processing information.

  For information, call 800-788-4668 or 307-742-9227.

  About IDES

IDES' innovative search technologies connect thousands of people around the world with plastic materials information every day. Founded in 1986 by University of Wyoming Ph.D. student Michael Kmetz, IDES today is the top materials data management company in the plastics industry. IDES is headquartered in Laramie, Wyoming. For more information, visit www.ides.com .