In the late nineteenth century, architect Louis Sullivan penned the now famous dictum: "Form follows function." It has since become a watchword-or watchphrase-informing all types of industrial design, and leading to ever sleeker forms for ...
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As a result of a new research, global steelmaker ArcelorMittal has collected new evidence further demonstrating the potential of advanced steel products in helping automakers meet the US fuel-efficiency standards set to be reached by 2025. ...
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The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) in the UK, has issued an Appraisal Consultation Document (ACD) recommending that Afinitor (everolimus), a Novartis’ life extending advanced breast cancer treatment ...
Systema Software has introduced an advanced business intelligence module for the SIMS Claims next-generation browser-based property and casualty (P&C) claims administration system. Dubbed SIMS Insight, the newly launched module delivers ...
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Dow Water & Process Solutions (DW&PS) has entered into a collaboration agreement with Ahlstrom to use Ahlstrom Disruptor® technology for drinking water applications. DW&PS says that the agreement combines its R&D and manufacturing ...
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The Cypress Water Treatment facility in Wichita Falls, TX has completed installation of a PureActiv® system from PureTech Systems as part of a $50 million construction project that boasts state-of-the-art water treatment and ...
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A deal that would have made electronics giant Foxconn a major shareholder in Japan display maker Sharp has fallen apart, though the companies remain close partners in the complex global electronics supply chain. Foxconn's Hon Hai ...
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The major theme of the 2013 BEC Conference can be summed up in the title of its keynote presentation: Battle for the Wall. "Our true competitors are solid surface walls," said Scott Thomsen, president of the Global Flat Glass Group, ...
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Huntsman Textile Effects, a division of Huntsman Corporation and a leading global provider of high quality dyes and chemicals to the textile and related industries, launched the PHOBOTEX range of fluorine-free rain protection and stain ...
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Google has released updates for its Google+ apps for iPhone and Android. Mobile Google+ users should expect to see more prominent features such as +1, a display for your current location and photo enhancements, according to Amar Gandhi, ...
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Research has highlighted the need for homeowners to protect themselves from 'summertime thieves' by making sure that sheds are locked and garden objects such as furniture and children's toys are secured. However, people may also like to ...
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Plessey Semiconductors has signed distributor Alphatec as part of its plan to take its EPIC sensor and GaN-on-silicon LED technologies to the China market. Plessey's EPIC sensors will be marketed by Alphatec for applications in the fields ...
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DAF Trucks, the Netherlands-based truck manufacturing firm, has launched the new PACCAR MX-11 engine, which is complaint with Euro 6 standard. The new 10.8L, six-cylinder, in-line engine generates an output between 290hp and 440hp, while ...
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Din rail terminals are used in all types of electrical equipment, especially in appliances like dryers, refrigerators and ovens. In most cases these din rail terminals are soldered to the wire itself, which offers a strong bond and maximum ...
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Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products, a provider of high-performance engineering plastics for life sciences industry, will collaborate with MediTECH, a supplier of medical grade UHMW-PE to the orthopaedic implant industry. The ...
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