For the second consecutive year Volvo Trucks has received Europe’s prestigious Quality Innovation of the Year Award. Volvo Trucks received the award for its new transmission, I-Shift Dual Clutch, whose main benefit is that it makes ...
Tags: driver, transport company, cargo owner, Transportation
Most China tier-1 solar PV module suppliers have sold out until the second quarter of 2015, according to IHS. Along with the consolidation of the PV module industry, China tier-1 suppliers increased their market share from 34% in the first ...
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After a successful 2014 edition where new exhibitor, visitor and exhibition space records were set, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Autumn Edition returns in 2015 from August 26–28. According to fair organisers Messe ...
Tags: upholstery, carpets, rugs, Textile
Study finds salt intake not associated with heart health risks Salt intake was not associated with mortality or risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and heart failure (HF) in older adults based on self-reported estimated sodium ...
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Eating walnuts may improve performance on cognitive function tests, including those for memory, concentration and information processing speed according to new research from the David Geffen School of Medicine at The University of ...
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According to a study released today by GE Capital Fleet Services, companies that own their vehicle fleets report that they are challenged by capital expenditure limitations and the total cost of ownership of their fleets. Nearly 200 CFOs ...
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Kitchens and bathrooms are a major focal point in 21st century home design. And no wonder! The modern trend is to transform these once-humble rooms into highly personal spaces that nurture body and soul. With this end in mind, we're seeing ...
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In cooperation with international partners, Germany’s Forschungszentrum Jülich and the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Villigen, Switzerland have presented what is claimed to be the first semiconductor laser consisting solely of ...
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Deckers Brands, which owns the Ugg, Teva, Sanuk, Ahnu and Hoka One One brands, has appointed David E. Lafitte chief operating officer (COO), effective Feb. 2. Lafitte previously served as the company's general counsel and replaces Zohar ...
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Averna Honored for Highest Level of Excellence Delivering Customer Solutions Based on NI Technology Averna, an industry-leading developer of test solutions and services for communications and electronics device-makers worldwide, has been ...
The Lighting Industry Association (LIA) has been working closely with the Green Construction Board and British Retail Consortium (BRC) to develop a campaign aimed at encouraging independent and small- to medium-sized retailers to switch to ...
A Harvard University spinoff has unveiled a 3D printer that can print out devices with integrated electronic circuits. The Voxel8 3D printer uses two materials: PLA plastic for the body and enclosure of the device, as well as a highly ...
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Packaging firm Vetroplas has launched a new range of tubes using in-mould labelling technology in the UK. The tubes have been designed by the company's Franco-Spanish tube manufacturing partner CTL/Tuboplast. With this launch, ...
Bristol MetroBus scheme has been funded £27m by the UK government to boost the existing bus services. The MetroBus network provides new express bus services into the city using dedicated 'busways'. With the funding, second phase ...
Tags: first-rate transport systems, driving economic growth, Auto
Brazilian cotton output might again reduce in the 2014/15 crop, but would still be close to the average registered over the last 11 seasons, says the latest fortnightly report of CEPEA. “In worldwide terms, a supply decrease is ...
Tags: remunerative prices, export costs, exchange rate ratio, Textile