In order to assist manufacturers in its service area, MAGNET maintains a working relationship with Questline, a national information service for manufacturers and utilities created by Columbus, Ohio-based Tech Resources Inc.

Submitting a query is easy. Just call or e-mail MAGNET's Linda Barita (216 391-7766). Be as specific as you can. She'll submit your request to Questline and return their answer as soon as its available, usually within 2 business days.

Questline's team of engineers and professional researchers can help manufacturers narrow their search for information on a wide variety of topics, including engineering, bench marks, marketing, equipment sourcing and more. Questline's expert staff includes:

Mark Farrell, Engineering Director:
Mark Farrell has consulted and written hundreds of articles over the last 10 years on commercial/industrial processes and energy efficiency in HVAC, lighting, manufacturing, machining, process heating, cooling and other areas incorporating electric and gas technologies.  He provides technical expertise to all due diligence and technology evaluations.

Mike Carter, Senior Engineer:
Mike Carter holds an MBA and a degree in engineering. He has 25 years of industrial experience and brings both a technical and a business approach to energy industry challenges. He is experienced in advancing electric and gas technologies with respect to energy efficiency and manufacturing productivity.

Stephen M. Mallett, Senior Researcher:
Stephen Mallett has more than fifteen years experience as a professional researcher. He has served as a research librarian in the Business & Technology Division of the Columbus Metropolitan Library. He has conducted comprehensive research in the areas of protein expression and folding and other biotechnology subfields.

M. Scott Miller, Senior Researcher:
Scott Miller has more than ten years of experience as a professional researcher and writer. He was employed for three years by the Columbus Metropolitan Library as a reference librarian in their Business and Technology Division. He has performed extensive research in business planning and management, market development, safety and regulatory issues, and new technologies.