Automakers have answered new fuel economy requirements and increased consumer demand with some lofty mpg claims. But it seems some of these claims have been a little too high, at least on paper. We all know the disclaimer about fuel ...
New Zealand-based Caffe Prima has chosen to use Econic coffee bags, which were specifically developed by converter, Convex Plastics using NatureFlex renewable and compostable films in their construction. Caffe Prima was on look out for ...
Polaris Industries has reported a net income of $94.34m, or $1.33 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2012, up 39%, compared to $67.63m, or $0.95 per diluted share, for the same period in 2011. For the third quarter of 2012, the ...
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American Sugar Refining,a subsidiary of Florida Crystals and Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida,has acquired majority stake in Belize Sugar Industries,while the previous shareholders including BSI Employee Holdings continue to hold ...
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UK-based Mintel is will try to educate brand owners & package designers on how to meet evolving consumer demand on 28-31 October at Pack Expo International 2012 in Chicago. Mintel CPG Americas/EMEA president Pete Giannakopoulos said Pack ...
US food company General Mills has launched Yoplait Greek 100,a 100-calorie strained Greek yogurt in six flavors. The company noted that Greek 100 has zero percent fat and two times the protein of regular yogurt per 5.3 oz.Cup.It is also a ...
American agribusiness company Cargill has launched Truvia,a stevia-based sugar substitute,in Venezuela,as a part of its effort to strengthen its position in the stevia-based sweetener category. According to the company,this move comes ...
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The global sales for light duty natural gas vehicles (NGV) are expected to reach 25.4 million units by 2019, according to a new report. According to the Pike Research report, "Light Duty Natural Gas Vehicles", the market for light duty ...
The news comes as the paper and corrugated giant posted a lower-than-expected profit last week due to weak sales of consumer packaging in North America and Asia. International Paper said growth will be driven by cost savings projects and ...
The market for primary packaging materials for microwavable products, valued at $1.2bn, is estimated to grow at 9.4% a year till 2016. This was revealed in according to a newly released market research and intelligence report from Allied ...
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UK-based food manufacturer Cranswick has launched a meat snack, Bertie's Bangers, a new range of fully cooked, ready to eat, single serve, British sausage. The new product has been launched in response to the consumer demand for tasty ...
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US-based mobile-network operator, T-Mobile USA and Assurant Solutions have for T-Mobile Monthly4G customers across the US. The newly introduced program, dubbed Monthly4G Handset Protection (MHP), offers coverage for accidental damage, ...
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Coquette International released their 2013 Main Collection in anticipation of the new year. The company's newest collection shows off the designers love of color blocking and contrasting elements.Retailers can expect to see stylized ...
Siemens has won a$1.6m grant from the Department of Energy(DoE)to support research intended to reduce the current costs of electrical vehicle(EV)chargers and develop'smart'charging capabilities that support power grid efficiency and ...
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A few days ago,I ran into a friend of mine,who specializes in copper and brass accessories and fixtures for homes.I asked if he had much work.He said the summer was slow,but business had picked up a bit this fall.What work he's gotten has ...
Tags: copper, brass accessories, fixtures, Kitchen design