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Welcome to appliance DESIGN E-News -- the electronic newsletter for subscribers of appliance DESIGN magazine. The newsletter is in a fast-scan format so you can quickly keep up on all the latest happenings in the design industry. Please let us know what you think by sending your comments to Larry Adams, E-News Editor, at adamsl@bnpmedia.com.
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Benefits of Montreal Protocol are Greater Than Kyoto (3/08)
DuPont reinforced the findings of a group of leading scientists that show the Montreal Protocol treaty has had a significant impact on protecting the Earth’s climate, as well as its ozone layer.
The article, "The Importance of the Montreal Protocol in Protecting Climate," was published today in The Proceedings of the National Academy of Science. Its authors are Guus J.M. Velders, Stephen O. Andersen, John S. Daniel, David W. Fahey and Mack McFarland, DuPont chief atmospheric scientist. Read more...
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Seal Shield Launches Dishwasher Safe Keyboard and Mouse (3/08)
Seal Shield Corp. will introduce the first products in a complete family of infection control solutions at the 2007 HIMSS show in New Orleans, La.
Seal Shield will unveil February 26-March 1 the company's signature products, the SEAL SHIELD Medical Grade Washable Keyboard and Mouse. According to the company, the SEAL SHIELD Keyboard and Mouse are the first ever to be fully submersible and dishwasher safe. Read more... |
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Electronics Firm Acquires Touch Panel Maker (3/02)
Chicago-based Methode Electronics Inc., a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystem devices, has acquired the member interest of TouchSensor Technologies, LLC from Gemtron Corp. for $65 million in cash and assumed liabilities.
TouchSensor manufactures solid-state, field-effect switching. Using its patented technology, the company designs and manufactures touch-sensitive user interface panels found on products such as home appliances, commercial beverage dispensers and automobiles. The panels are used by many of the world’s leading brands, including Whirlpool/Maytag, Electrolux, LifeFitness, Precor, Kohler, General Electric and BMW. Read more... |
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Breville and Keurig Partner On Single-Cup Brewer (2/28)
Breville, the award-winning countertop appliance company, and Keurig Incorporated, a leader in gourmet single-cup brewing, have agreed to develop Breville’s first single-serve gourmet home brewer, using Keurig’s patented technology.
“Coffee makers comprise the largest segment of the small kitchen appliance category, and Keurig is the gold standard in single-cup coffee,” says Scott Brady, general manager of international business. “As Breville expands its product offerings for home chefs, we are proud to partner with such an esteemed brand.” Read more... |
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Appliance Design Roadshow Kicks Off in September
The Appliance Design European Roadshow kicks off again this September visiting major appliance manufacturers across Europe in a unique exhibition vehicle. Sponsored by appliance de  sign magazine, companies such as Whirlpool, Electrolux, Miele, Merloni, Indesit and others are on the proposed tour list. The tour is designed for component manufacturers to present their products directly to the major design engineers and decision makers across the European appliance industry.
For more information, contact John Aldridge at john@dream-marketing.co.uk or phone +44 1189 886823.
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Handheld Medical Device Goes Wireless (2/28)
Royal Philips Electronics NV and Intel Corp. plan to launch a wireless, handheld device will feature a touch screen and digital camera to assist doctors and nurses in recording and storing patient information, according to the Associated Press.
According to the report, the medical-grade compliant device is meant to "reduce medication errors, positively identify staff and patients, fill out charts, capture vital signs, write up reports and validate blood transfusions, as well as (provide) the ability to closely monitor the healing of wounds." Read more ...
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Satellite Radio Companies Propose Merger (2/20)
Sirius Satellite and XM Satellite Radio proposed a merger on Monday, but the deal requires that Federal Communication Commission (FCC) to waive the agency’s provision that bars both satellite radio licenses from being owned by the same company. The merger would also have to meet antitrust approval from the Department of Justice.
The two companies have battled for subscribers, on-air talent and high-profile guests. Neither company has turned a profit; both have incurred billions of dollars in losses. One effect of the merger would be to reduce costs.
If the agreement, which is estimated at $13 billion, is approved, then new receivers will need to be designed. Currently, XM and Sirius radio receivers can only receive its respective signals. The companies are working on a receiver that could receive both types of signals. Read more ...
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