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Aquaholics Surf Shop's Redesigned Website Includes E-commerce

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:00:00 +0100

Saco Design has just finished a massive overhaul of Aquaholics Surf Shop's site, featuring not only a fresh new look but also extensive back-end work on the logic and database that drives the shopping cart and e-commerce components of the Aquaholics online store. Our adherence to web standards and progressive enhancement ensures that the site is...

BioSpecialists Site Goes Live

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:45:00 +0100

In recent weeks, Saco Design launched a fresh new site for BioSpecialists LLC of Gorham, Maine. BioSpecialists LLC is the latest venture by an industrious entrepreneur William York, the founder of New England Livery Services in Gorham, Maine. William had been providing services to Medical Examiners and Funeral Homes in New England and saw that ...

Molleur Law Office Website Redesigned As Practice Expands

Saco Design, Inc. — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:00:00 +0100

Saco Design is proud to announce the second revamp of Molleur Law Office's website, following our initial redesign six years ago. The site had a lot of existing content, both as pages and as blog entries. We migrated this to the new site and also added quite a lot of new content as well. Molleur Law Office has recently expanded their practice f...

Giombetti Associates A-Player Access Website Launch

Saco Design, Inc. — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:00:00 +0100

The Performance Dynamics experts at Giombetti Associates assist companies nationwide in making the best hiring decisions by screening hundreds of qualified candidates for high-performance positions. For each candidate that is hired, several other talented recruits may be left in the talent pool. The Giombetti Associates A-Player Access website i...

Midcoast RideFinder Site Goes Live

Saco Design, Inc. — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:00:00 +0100

Saco Design recently completed the Midcoast RideFinder website. The RideFinder is a service of Coastal Trans, detailing Midcoast Maine transportation providers and listing them by area serviced, type of transportation, and various other attributes. Coastal Trans, a local non-profit transportation provider with 30 years of experience, recognize...

Non Profit Website Redesign and SEO Overhaul

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 12:05:00 +0100

Project Background: The existing York County Prevention Collaborative (YCPC) website was working well, but making updates was becoming increasingly more challenging. The website was created and updated using a WYSIWYG editor (like Frontpage or Dreamweaver) over many years. Although content was relatively up-to-date, making changes resulted in ...

Contest- Win Pizza and Karting for a Month

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:35:00 +0100

Maine Indoor Karting is hosting a new contest to all who are interested. You could win pizza and go-karting from Maine Indoor Karting for a month. Not a bad deal, being that it's free to register. » Click here to register to Win! This contest makes use of Saco Design's online contest platform, Contest Depot. Have a contest in mind? Want to r...

SacoDesign.com Redesign Launched

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:26:00 +0100

We recently completed a major update to sacodesign.com. It's been several years since the last website redesign and it was about time to beef up sacodesign.com. An Emboldened Site Avenger Site Avenger has tons of new website building super powers. We needed to take advantage of new features and improvements to Site Avenger in order to spend ...

Larochelle Sheds Unveils Online Photo Album

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 11:30:00 +0100

Customers Wanted to See Pictures Traffic to Larochelle & Sons Sheds' web site is up. The site continues to improve in all search engine rankings relating to Maine sheds. In order to better serve its new online customers, Larochelle Sheds decided to add a photo album to their existing web site. The Process 35mm photos were scanned; cropped...

TruChoice Federal Credit Union Launches Redesigned Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:03:00 +0100

Starting in 2007, TruChoice Federal Credit Union (TruFCU) began to reinvent its brand, choosing to work with iDiz. Saco Design was hired to take the web design templates created by iDiz and turn them into a fully-functioning web site. Project Goals Use the client-supplied web page design templates and create a robust and interactive web site....

Enerdoor Launches New Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 16:06:00 +0100

After being present in the American market for 3 years Enerdoor decided it was about time to update their web site. The current site was incomplete and hard to use. Plus, the web pages were mostly flash and no thought was put into Search Engine Rankings (SERPs). For a company as high-tech as Enerdoor, a new web site was a must. Project Goals ...

All Play Launches Calendar-Driven Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +0100

Project Goals Make it easy for members and patrons to see what activities are being offered. Use calendar/event functionality to provide in-house control over activity scheduling. Support the All Play Family Activity Center brand through logo design, custom web site design and graphic design. Target Audience All Play Members - Being an All ...

New Website for Industrial Automation Supply

Saco Design, Inc. — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:35:00 +0100

Noticing the trend of distributors and vendors increasingly marketing their products and services online, Industrial Automation Supply (IAS) has committed to an online marketing strategy. The first step is to redesign and launch the current IAS web site. Then, IAS will focus on SEO and internet marketing. Project Goals Create an intuitive we...

Rebranded Web Site Goes Live

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:13:00 +0100

In order for drsiegel.com to work for Dr. Granger, we needed to remove all reference to Dr. Siegel (sorry Marty!). This may sound simple but it is actually quite involved. Plus, this project was high stakes. We didn't want to lose any search engine rankings, page rank or site traffic. Project Goals Maintain excellent search engine ranking...

Logo Designed for New Gym at Southern Maine SportsZone

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:43:00 +0100

Southern Maine SportsZone is opening a new gym at their facility in Saco, Maine. Dubbed 24/7 Fitness, the gym will be open 24 hours a day. Members will be given key access and able to come and go at anytime. SMSZ wanted a logo that emphasized the "round-the-clock" access and the energy associated with athletic endeavors.

New Look, New Site, New Image

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 07:30:00 +0100

Southern Maine SportsZone was created after Howard Sports in Saco, Maine decided to cease operations. Using the same facilities, but wanting to break completely from Howard Sports, Southern Maine Sportszone contracted with Saco Design to create a new corporate identity and brand. Project Goals Create a new logo and re-purpose the existing web...

Larochelle Sheds Launches New Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 10:00:00 +0100

Project Goals Utilize a stream-lined template and marketing copy to create a new web presence. Create a professional image and achieve search engine optimization through simple identity marketing and product-driven content. Target Audience Personal and business consumers in Southern Maine- seeking a reliable outdoor storage solution. S.D...

Maine Indoor Karting.com v2.0 Launched!

Saco Design, Inc. — Fri, 03 Nov 2006 21:00:00 +0100

Project Goals Make it easy for fans to get the most out of Maine Indoor Karting. Use functionality to provide up-to-the-minute track alerts and control the MIK Today panel. Support the MIK brand through event promotions, custom graphics and multimedia goodies. Target Audience Loyal MIK Patrons - Maine Indoor Karting customers are seeking a ...

Speed-Mat Launches v2.0 Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 15:00:00 +0100

After years of website growth and success, it became necessary to re-design and re-focus their web site. We proceeded with an evolution to Speed-mat.com version 2.0, incorporating over 2 years of knowledge gained marketing and updating speed-mat.com. Project Goals Create a robust, attractive site utilizing a flexible layout and full databa...

New Dental Web Site Launched

Saco Design, Inc. — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 11:50:00 +0100

Project Goals Design and create a flexible site under a deadline. Utilize a streamlined template and CSS for inherent SEO. Launch site in time for a move of Dr. Brown's office. Target Audience Local New Hampshire and Maine residents looking for a dental practice. Current patients of Marc Brown looking to stay up-to-date. S.D. Services ...

Maine Small Business Launches Website - massageorthopedic.com

Saco Design, Inc. — Mon, 04 Sep 2006 11:56:00 +0100

Project Goals Combining soothing tones and a usable interface, the website must be helpful, utilizing strong content to attract search engines and customers. Allan Drew also required interactive elements to reach out to patients, and editorial controls to update the site. Target Audience People of all ages who have pain related to muscle...

Aquaholics Surf Shop Now Online

Saco Design, Inc. — Sat, 08 Jul 2006 11:30:00 +0100

Project Goals Utilize a highly-stylized template and content management to create a flexible website for Aquaholics. Combine client-supplied photography with bold colors and compelling marketing. Extend the Aquaholics brand onto the web. Target Audience Southern Maine surf enthusiasts and novices, as well as tourists and beach-goers. S.D. S...

RossPowersFoundation.org Goes Big Time

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 16 Mar 2005 13:30:00 +0100

Project Goals Redesign the visual impact of the website Update and brand the Grant Application Utilize more interaction in the navigation of the site S.D. Services Graphic Design Online Branding & Website Design Print Collateral

SacoDesign.com v1.0 launches!

Saco Design, Inc. — Sun, 24 Oct 2004 11:00:00 +0100

Many thanks to all who have encouraged and contributed for the past two years. Now we're on a roll...

Redesigned Web Site for James Molleur Launched

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 01 Sep 2004 09:00:00 +0100

Jim Molleur's story is typical- he's had a web site for years that doesn't really satisfied him. The look is canned and it doesn't rank well on the search engines. Jim asked Saco Design to upgrade look of his site. Project Goals Achieve independence from impersonal website provider Attract more local clients to the website without paid a...

Landmark Maine Restaurant Launches Tasty New Web Design

Saco Design, Inc. — Tue, 31 Aug 2004 06:55:00 +0100

Project Goals: Convey Slates' existing identity through web graphics and style Begin with a few simple and effective pages to attract internet traffic Custom database for concert listings and online calendar S.D. Services: Graphic Design- graphic manipulation, visual style Website Design and Programming- developed with HTML & C...

Maine Indoor Karting Launches Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Wed, 19 May 2004 10:30:00 +0100

Original Website Goals (2004): Promote M.I.K. as an action-packed alternative to Go-Carting in Southern Maine Create dynamic, colorful and exciting graphics to create an MIK brand Organize a variety of informational and promotional content to maximize service exposure Maximize the home page impact to convey essential entertainment info a...

Good Ol' Maine Humah Website Launched

Saco Design, Inc. — Thu, 25 Mar 2004 17:23:00 +0100

Project Goals: Utilize keyword and competitive analysis to draw more web traffic Sell Gary's speaking engagements through information and laughter Create an online identity through photos and style to promote Gary's approach to humor and wellness S.D. Services: E-Business Consulting- marketing feasibility, keywords and competitiv...

Giombetti Associates Launches Redesigned Web Site

Saco Design, Inc. — Thu, 18 Dec 2003 13:34:00 +0100

Project Goals: Create online brand to reflect professional business skills and expertise Organize a variety of informational and promotional content to maximize service exposure Custom Database Solution for public communication- workshop schedules, sign-up forms S.D. Services: Branding- photo & graphical design, interaction desi...

Redesigned Web Site for Speed-Mat, Inc.

Saco Design, Inc. — Fri, 10 Oct 2003 10:43:00 +0100

Client Background Speed-Mat is the world-renowned maker of the Esterly Mat Cutter system, and has been a client of Saco Design from our very inception. We have worked extensively to grow their website to compete in a mature and global market. After years of website growth and success, it became necessary to re-design and re-focus their web site...