Beverage Industry articles from August 2005

Beverage Industry archives from August 2005

Not so private anymore.(BEVERAGE Beat)(Citigroup Smith Barney )(Industry Overview)
August 1, 2005... Private label products are growing at a rate of 18 percent in the U.S. beverage industry, according to an extensive Citigroup Smith Barney private label report. In fact, store brands have been on the receiving end of a lot of positive press...

SABMiller to acquire Bavaria.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Beverage industry)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... SABMiller, based in London, will take on Colombia's Grupo Empresarial Bavaria in a merger worth $7.8 billion. SABMiller will assume a 71.8 percent interest in Bavaria, and Santo Domingo Group will take a 15.1 percent interest in SABMiller....

CCE says Bravo! to dairy business.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc.)(Bravo! Foods International Corp.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Coca-Cola Enterprises and Bravo! Foods International are negotiating a master distributor agreement as well as a share purchase plan that would give CCE a controlling interest in the company that produces Slammers and other dairy beverages....

Anheuser-Busch.(PEOPLE)(Anheuser-Busch Companies Inc. appointed Bob Lachky)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Bob Lachky, vice president of brand management and director of global creative at Anheuser-Busch, St. Louis, has been appointed to the newly created position of executive vice president, global industry development. Marlene Coulis has stepped...

Cott Corp.(PEOPLE)(named Clyde Preslar)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Cott Corp., Toronto, has named Clyde Preslar executive vice president and chief financial officer. He joins the company from Lance Inc...

Brands Worldwide.(PEOPLE)(Jim Beam Brands Worldwide Inc. appointed Bill Newlands)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Jim Beam Brands Worldwide has selected Bill Newlands to lead the U.S. wine business that will result from its acquisition of Allied Domecq's brands. Newlands previously was president and chief executive officer of Allied Domecq USA Wines...

Brown-Forman Wines.(PEOPLE)(appointed Dan Kopache, Charlie Gilmore and Cara Morrison)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Brown-Forman Wines has named Dan Kopache red varietals winemaker, working at the winery in Hopland, Calif. Charlie Gilmore has become white varietals winemaker, also in Hopland; and Nichole Birdsall has been promoted to winemaker, organic...

Matador Distributing Carolina LLC.(PEOPLE)(promoted John McCorkle)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Red Bull distributor Matador Distributing Carolina LLC has promoted John McCorkle to the position of market manager for the Western North Carolina territories...

Atlanta Wholesale Wine for National Distributing Co.(PEOPLE)(promoted John McCorkle)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Bruce Held has been named vice president/general manager of Atlanta Wholesale Wine for National Distributing Co., Atlanta...

The International Bottled Water Association.(PEOPLE)(appointed Benita Stocks and Sabrina Hicks)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... The International Bottled Water Association has appointed Benita Stocks manager of member services and Sabrina Hicks manager of publications and special projects...

Progressive Beverages.(PEOPLE)(appointed Luis T. DaSilva)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Luis T. DaSilva has joined Progressive Beverages, Culver City, Calif., as senior vice president of sales and marketing. He will be responsible for the launch of the company's Han Asian Vodka.

Drinks Americas Holdings Inc., Wilton, Conn., has formed a fine wine company called Drinks Global Imports LLC to import super-premium wines from around the world.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Drinks Americas Holdings Inc., Wilton, Conn., has formed a fine wine company called Drinks Global Imports LLC to import super-premium wines from around the world. Products so far include Domaine N&G Fevre from Chablis, Domaine Nicholas-St....

Barton Brands.(import and market Meukow Cognac)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Barton Brands, Chicago, will import and market Meukow Cognac in the United States beginning this month. "Like Effen Vodka, Meukow is a small but growing brand that supports our strategy of investing in premium spirits brands in growing...

The International Bottled Water Association.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... The International Bottled Water Association announced its Annual Convention and Trade Show, to be held Sept. 27-30 in Orlando, Fla., will feature educational seminars and a variety of Continuing Educational Units for Certified Plant Operator...

Pernod Ricard, Fortune complete Allied deal.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Fortune Brands Inc.)(Allied Domecq PLC)
August 1, 2005... Pernod Ricard and Fortune Brands have completed the acquisition of Allied Domecq, making Paris-based Pernod Ricard the second-largest wine and spirits company in the world, and the largest outside of the United States. As a result of the...

Cadbury to sell European beverage business?(INDUSTRY Issues)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Cadbury is said to be considering a sale of its European soft drink business, according to a report in London's The Independent. The company reportedly has asked investment banker Goldman Sachs to find a buyer for the business, which also...

PepsiAmericas opens new facility.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... PepsiAmericas has opened a new regional distribution center in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. The 90,000-square-foot facility will provide sales and service for the company's southeast Wisconsin and northeast Illinois businesses. It will integrate...

Ste. Michelle adds Spring Valley business.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Ste. Michelle Wine Estates)( Spring Valley Vineyard )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Woodinville, Wash., announced it will manage the Spring Valley Vineyard and acquire the brand from the Derby family of Walla Walla, Wash. The company says in its short time on the market, the Spring Valley brand...

Saint Arnold expands capacity.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Saint Arnold Brewing Co.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Following record sales in 2004 and the first half of 2005, Saint Arnold Brewing Co., Houston, announced plans to add equipment and personnel by a third. The company says the investment will include a new bright beer tank, extra refrigeration...

Diageo distributors raise the bar.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Diageo USA)
August 1, 2005... Diageo USA, Norwalk, Conn., recently handed out its annual Golden Bar Awards to its top distributors in spirits, beer and wine. The event was held on New York's Ellis Island and honored distributors for outstanding performance in the...

Moet Hennessy.(Glenmorangie Distillery)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Moet Hennessy has ended its importing arrangement with Brown-Forman for the Glenmorangie brands in the United States, Canada, Europe and some paris of Asia. Moet Hennessy acquired the brands earlier this year.

Blavod Extreme Spirits.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Blavod Extreme Spirits, Franklin, Tenn., has penned retail deals with Walgreens and ABC Fine Wine & Spirits in Florida, and Binny's Beverage Depot in Illinois. Walgreens and ABC will carry Blavod Black Vodka, and Binny's will carry Player's...

Go figure.(statistics and growth of beverage industry)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... 1.5 Billions of dollars in sales last year through the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. an increase of 7.6 percent. This is the second year of more than 7 percent sales growth, reports The Philadelphia Inquirer. 8 Percent of...

Water, water everywhere: bottled water category exhibits continued growth.(CATEGORY FOCUS)(International Bottled Water Association)(Industry Overview)
August 1, 2005... Bottled water is one of the fastest-growing categories in the beverage industry, occupying the No. 2 slot behind carbonated soft drinks. From single-serve to multi-gallon formats, bottled water's steady growth has meant strong sales across...

Global outlook: health and wellness lead beverage trends.(SPECIAL REPORT)(Euromonitor International)(Industry Overview)
August 1, 2005... The key trend in the non-alcohol drinks industry, according to the research analyst firm Euromonitor International, is consumer health and wellness products. Healthy drinking trends are expected to not only drive bottled water sales in the...

Fuel for the burn.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... Firefighter Brand's EMS Hydro/Energy is engineered to enhance performance during intense physical activity in the most demanding conditions. Its formula hydrates the body, and provides added energy with D-ribose, taurine, caffeine and other...

Imported vodka.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... Velocity International will be distributing Siku Glacier Ice Vodka throughout the United States. Siku, meaning "ice" in Greenlandic, derives its base from Greenland's Qalerallit Sermia Glacier and is blended in small batches by a master...

Shake it up.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... El Paso Chile Co. launched Cocktail Chemistry, a line that places the cocktail mix in a custom PET bottle that looks and functions like a martini shaker. The mix comes complete with a built-in pour spout, strainer and jigger as well as...

Whisky made accessible.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... Remy Cointreau launched a new brand of three new whiskies under the Jon, Mark and Robbo's Easy Drinking Whisky Co. Tired of whisky's intimidation factor, these three best friends Jon Geary, Mark Beary and David "Robbo" Robertson, former...

Premium varietals.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... Turning Leaf Vineyards introduced Sonoma Reserve portfolio of four wines in celebration of its 10th anniversary. The reds in the Sonoma Reserve family include a 2003 Pinot Noir, 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2003 Merlot. Sonoma Reserve also...

New product introductions by category.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS BY CATEGORY SKUS YTD SKUS YTD PERCENT CATEGORY 8/1/05 8/1/04 CHANGE ALCOHOL BEVERAGE 791 556 ...

Energy sensation.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... ANSI now offers X-treme Shock, an energy drink the company says offers energy, increases stamina and accelerates fat loss within 15 minutes of consumption. Available in Fruit Punch and Grape, X-treme Shock retails in 12-ounce PET bottles for...

Calorie burning.(New PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2005... Elite FX released Celsius, a carbonated drink formulated to help consumers burn more calories. Celsius is powered by a combination of natural bontanicals, micronutrients, amino acids and caffeine to boost metabolism and energy. Celsius is...

Coffee and tea.(Revolution Tea introduced new flavoured tea bags, 4C Foods Corp. introduced tea mixes, Organic India introduced organic Tulsi Tea )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Revolution Tea, Phoenix, added five new flavors to its Infuser Tea Bag line: Organic Green, Citrus Spice, White Pear, Black Citron and Organic Green Earl Grey. The entire range is available in a 16-count retail box and in 30-count and 5-pack...

Soft drinks.(Santa Cruz Organic introduced Tangerine soda )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Santa Cruz Organic, Chico, Calif., created Tangerine soda packaged in a 12-ounce can or 750-ml. glass bottle. The organic soda offers the taste of sparkling water with tangerine and lemon juice...

Juice.(Old Orchard Brands introduced single-serve fruit drinks, Noble Organics introduced oganic Fruit Juices)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Old Orchard Brands, Sparta, Mich., added Pink Lemonade and Fruit Punch to its line of 10-ounce single-serve bottles. Both flavors had previously only been offered in 64-ounce containers... Noble Organics, Winter Haven, Fla., launched a...

Wine and spirits.(Progressive Beverages Inc. vodka named Hart, Paterno Wines International introduced Wine called Terlato Vineyards, Remy Cointreau USA Inc. introduced blended malts )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Progressive Beverages Inc., Culver City, Calif., launched Hart, which it says is the first Asian Vodka in the U.S. market. Made with spring water and quadruple-distilled barley vodka, Han is infused with a polished rice spirit and filtered...

Alternative drinks.(Caffe D'Amore Inc. introduced Skinny Frappe, the Freeze product, Guayaki introduced Organic Energy Drinks)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Caffe D'Amore, Monrovia, Calif., introduced a new addition to its Frappe Freeze product line, the Skinny Frappe. Available in four flavors--Vanilla (coffee-free), Chocolate (coffee-free), Mocha and Coffee--Skinny Frappes are low in calories,...

Liquid candy.(Bravo Foods International introduces Slammers Milky Way and Slammers 3 Musketeers to its line of licensed brands from Masterfoods USA)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Bravo! Foods added Slammers Milky Way reduced-fat fortified chocolate milk and Slammers 3 Musketeers low-fat chocolate milk to its line of licensed brands from Masterfoods USA. Slammers Milky Way offers the taste of a Milky Way Bar plus the...

'Excuse me!'.(Excuse Me LLC produces Belcher Soda)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Excuse Me LLC, producer and distributor of Rudy Begonia apparel, has relaunched its Belcher Soda line. Geared toward the youth market, Belcher now offers healthier versions of its four flavors: Rudy Berry, Loogie Lime, Obnoxious Orange and...

Green envy.(United States Beverage LLC's new green apple blend )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... United States Beverage LLC introduced a new flavor to the Seagram's Smooth brand--Green Machine. The bright green color and crisp green apple blend is designed to draw attention on the shelf and in the cooler. Available in both 12-ounce...

Balanced shakes.(Ross Laboratories introduced ZonePerfect Nutrition Shakes )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Abbott's Ross Products Division added ZonePerfect Nutrition Shakes to its ZonePerfect line. The new all-natural shakes come in three flavors: Creamy Vanilla, Chocolate Royale and Mixed Berry. ZonePerfect products are based on a ratio of...

Ice cold.(Canada's Original Iceberg Water Corp. introduced Iceberg Water and Iceberg Vodka)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Canada's Original Iceberg Water released Iceberg Water and Iceberg Vodka made with water from North Atlantic icebergs. Bottled in Newfoundland, Iceberg Water will be available nationally at finer grocery stores and retail outlets in sculpted...

Tea for diabetics.(FulLife Natural Options Inc. introduced Charantea Ampalaya Tea)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... FulLife Natural Options created an all-natural, caffeine-free tea that helps stabilize the blood sugar levels of diabetics. Charantea Ampalaya Tea contains the ampalaya herb, which has been shown to assist diabetics and has been used as a...

Irish cream liqueur.(Castle Brand Inc. introduces Brady's Irish Cream Liqueur)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Castle Brands released Brady's Irish Cream made with Irish single-malt whiskey and Irish spirits. The natural flavors of dark chocolate and vanilla combine to give Brady's a distinct, full taste. Available in 50-ml., 750-ml., 1-liter and...

A view from the top: InBev chief John Brock discusses brewer's global outlook.(Interview)
August 1, 2005... InBev Chief Executive Officer John Brock had been in the beer business a mere six months when he was handed the idea for a business combination with Brazil's Companhia de Bebidas das Americas (AmBev), a move that would catapult the...

InBev's star: Stella Artois has long history in Belgium.(the famous beer)
August 1, 2005... Leuven, Belgium, located about 15 miles from Brussels, not only is InBev's corporate headquarters, but it also is home to Stella Artois, one of the company's three flagship products. InBev can trace its brewing past all the way back to 1366...

Amoretti: creating a fresh mix.(rum-based cocktail enhanced with more taste)
August 1, 2005... The dog days of summer call for cool, refreshing drinks, and the Cuban-inspired Mojito is one of this year s most popular choices. Amoretti, based in Chatsworth, Calif., has made this minty rum-based cocktail accessible to a whole new...

Latin flair in bebidas for the masses: targeting Hispanic consumers becomes more relevant as the U.S. population evolves.
August 1, 2005... The number of Hispanics in the United States is growing three times faster than the population as a whole, the U.S. Census Bureau reported this summer. Hispanics accounted for half the U.S. population growth from July 2003 to July 2004 and...

Labeling trends: beverage-makers use new options for sophisticated packaging.
August 1, 2005... When it comes to beverage labeling, keeping up with increased line speeds and maintaining graphic clarity are of utmost importance. But with those essential bases covered, beverage-makers have a range of options from which to choose,...

Coffee to go.(X-Cafe introduced coffee concentrate for brewed coffee)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... X-Cafe, Princeton, Mass., has introduced single-serve and one-pot packets of coffee concentrate for "Perfectly brewed coffee, without the grind." The coffee has a 128-day shelf life without special storage, and can be mixed with either hot or...

Bold new captain.(Diageo PLC updated Rum bottle shape)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Diageo has updated the look of Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum with a more defined bottle shape that has crisp shoulders to better stand out on the shelf. Embossed glass imagery has been added to the front and back of the bottle, and the...

Hiram Walker makeover.(Pernod Ricard S.A. made over Hiram Walker and Sons Inc. liqueurs packaging)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Pernod Ricard has made over Hiram Walker liqueurs, with a contemporary look that includes actual photography on the labels to reflect its all-natural flavors. The bottle also features ridges on the collar for better grip and pouring. The new...

Demand outpacing supply.(beverage carriers )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... The most popular bottle of the summer might be the new Budweiser aluminum bottle, created by Exal USA, Youngstown, Ohio. Demand for the new package has been so high, Anheuser-Busch says it will double capacity for the bottle by this fall. ...

NFL packaging.(National Football League-themed packaged for breweries)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Molson Coors, is getting ready for football season with a new NFL-themed packaged for Coors Light. The company will offer a series of football cans, bottles, kegs and coolers, and offer NFL promotions throughout the season. New packaging...

New look for wine.(W.J. Deutsch & Sons's new packaging)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... W.J. Deutsch & Sons, White Plains, N.Y., has rolled out new packaging for the Georges Duboeuf 2004 Cotes du Rhone. The new label includes a bold, abstract design and a bright yellow screw-cap closure. The company carried the new look through...

New size, new formula.(Source Beverages introduces 16-ounce option to its line of energy drinks)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Source Beverages, Greensboro, N.C., added a new 16-ounce option to its line of energy drinks, but it didn't stop with the can. "Our original Burn 8.4-ounce is so strong, we couldn't just double the formula for our 16-ounce," says Tyler...

Long-life mini-keg.(Heineken USA Inc. introduced Heineken DraftKeg: keg designed to keep beer fresh )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Heineken USA, White Plains, N.Y., has introduced the new Heineken DraftKeg, a 4.75-liter keg designed to keep beer fresh for weeks. Unlike other mini-kegs, which use a gravity-fed pull-tube dispensing system, the DraftKeg uses a special,...

Healthier beverages keep developers busy; ingredient suppliers weigh in on current industry trends.(Beverage Industry's ingredient supplier roundtable)(Panel Discussion)
August 1, 2005... Participants in Beverage Industry's ingredient supplier roundtable had much to say about product development and trends, particularly in functional and nutritional beverages. Like many in the industry, these ingredient specialists have...

Artemis International Inc.(acquired by D.D. Williamson and Company Inc.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... D.D. Williamson, Louisville, Ky., acquired the natural colors business from Artemis International Inc. The acquisition of this natural color product line will broaden the range of food and beverage color products available from D.D....

Archer Daniels Midland Co., Decatur, Ill., has reached a licensing agreement with Acatris Inc. for the sale and marketing of soy germ-based isoflavones.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Archer Daniels Midland Co., Decatur, Ill has reached a licensing agreement with Acatris Inc. for the sale and marketing of soy germ-based isoflavones. As a result of the agreement, Acatris and its customers will have access to soy germ...

Frutarom USA Inc., North Bergen, N.J., and Intarome Fragrance & Flavor Corp., Norwood, N.J.(distribution agreement)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Frutarom USA Inc., North Bergen, N.J., and Intarome Fragrance & Flavor Corp., Norwood, N.J., entered into a distribution agreement that allows Intarome to distribute Frutarom's ingredients, including Alguard, Origanox and Lactice.

IFT showcases innovative ingredients.(Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting and Food Expo and the new products exhibited )
August 1, 2005... The Institute of Food Technologist Food Expo, July 16-20 in New Orleans, sparked the following introductions from these companies. Dairy protein for health Dairy Management Inc. demonstrated how to use whey protein in formulations...

DSM Nutritional Products, Parsippany, N.J., has signed a cooperation agreement with Genedata, which includes a worldwide license for Genedata Phylosopher and Genedata Expressionist to support DSM's research and development activities in life sciences.(R&D NEWS)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... DSM Nutritional Products, Parsippany, N.J., has signed a cooperation agreement with Genedata, which includes a worldwide license for Genedata Phylosopher and Genedata Expressionist to support DSM's research and development activities in life...

The Solae Co., St. Louis, expanded its partnership with Henan Luohe Shineway Industry Group, China's largest meat processing company, to build and operate an isolated soy protein manufacturing facility in China.(R&D NEWS)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... The Solae Co., St. Louis, expanded its partnership with Henan Luohe Shineway Industry Group, China's largest meat processing company, to build and operate an isolated soy protein manufacturing facility in China. By partnering with Shineway,...

Cargill.(R&D NEWS)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Cargill, Minneapolis, is a corporate sponsor participating in the Mayo Clinic's upcoming course, titled "Nutrition in Health & Disease," to be held Sept. 8-9 in Chicago. Cargill representatives will be on hand to discuss the company's latest...

Fona International Inc.(food and becerage industry)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Fona International Inc., Geneva, Ill., has set the fall schedule for its Flavor University courses. The courses focus on providing food and beverage professionals with a practical understanding of the creation and use of flavors in product...

Organic ingredients.(Chr. Hansens Laboratory Inc.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Chr. Hansen, Milwaukee, introduced an ingredient portfolio of colors, flavors, seasonings and dairy and probiotic cultures for use in foods labeled "made with organic ingredients," as defined by the National Organic Program (NOP). For these...

Sweeter than sugar.(CREATOR'S BRIEFS)
August 1, 2005... Roxlor International released CitriSweet, a blend of prebiotic oligofructose, fructose and Roxlor's proprietary sweetening system that produces a sweetness 10 times greater than sugar and is rich in soluble fiber. CitriSweet utilizes natural...

Green tea extracts.(Taiyo International Inc)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Taiyo's Sunphenon line of green tea extracts includes its new green tea base and green tea beverage line-up Sunphenon 30S, Sunphenon 30LB, Sunphenon 30R and Sunphenon MK-1. These highly purified, standardized green tea catechins are perfect...

Natural grape extracts.(Degussa Food Ingredients in distribution contracts with Ferco Nutraceutique)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Degussa Food Ingredients has become distributor for Ferco Nutraceutique's Grap' Active product line in North America and Asia. The line includes grape seed and grape skin extracts for functional foods and health supplements. Ferco uses a...

Fruit flavors.(CREATOR'S BRIEFS)(California Custom Fruits and Flavors Inc.)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... California Custom Fruits and Flavors manufactures fruit products and flavors for the beverage, confection, frozen, cultured dairy and bakery industries. Housed in an 85,000-square-foot production facility, the company offers laboratory...

The ins and outs of equipment purchasing.(automobile industry)
August 1, 2005... When its comes to acquiring trucks, regardless of whether you are buying new or used or leasing, the principals involved in selecting the appropriate vehicles are the same. The objective is to maximize the return on your investment. Here...

Eaton.(Eaton Corp)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Eaton has two new fully automated transmissions: the Fuller UltraShift HV (Highway Value) medium-duty transmission and the heavy-duty Fuller UltraShift LHP (Line-haul High Performance) transmission. The HV is designed for Class 6 and 7...

Freightliner Group plans to include electronic stability control with its Roll Advisor & Control safety technology for its trucks.(truck industry)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Freightliner Group plans to include electronic stability control with its Roll Advisor & Control safety technology for its trucks. Developed in cooperation with ArvinMeritor's Meritor-Wabco Vehicle Control Systems subsidiary, the technology...

Nissan Diesel America.(EQUIPMENT NEWS ROUNDUP)(warranty coverage increased for UD Trucks )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Nissan Diesel America has increased its standard warranty coverage on its 2006 model year UD Trucks for longer protection periods for the base vehicle and selected chassis and powertrain components. Coverage is now for three years with...

Sterling Trucks unit of DaimlerChrysler plans to introduce a new cabover truck that covers Classes 3, 4 and 5 for the North American market next year.(EQUIPMENT NEWS ROUNDUP)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Sterling Trucks unit of DaimlerChrysler plans to introduce a new cabover truck that covers Classes 3, 4 and 5 for the North American market next year. The vehicle will be manufactured using common components and parts from across...

Bottle unscrambler.(SUPPLIER'S Marketplace)
August 1, 2005... Nalbach Engineering Co. expanded on its product solutions for plastic bottle unscrambling with the release of NECOSORT-III, third generation unscrambler. The machine sorts a range of bottle types and its design consists of a rotating vertical...

Eleven Technology Inc.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Eleven Technology inc., Can]bridge, Mass., has added Arnie Greenfield and Brian Hodgson to its management team, as vice president of engineering and vice president of marketing, respectively.

Domino Amjet Inc.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Domino Amjet Inc., Gurnee, Ill., has named Gilles Buisson president. In this role, Buisson will assume overall responsibility for company strategy and growth within the United States for both the commercial printing and coding and marking...

R.A. Jones & Co. Inc.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... R.A. Jones & Co. Inc., Covington, Ky., has appointed Chris Burrows national account manager for the foods industry. He will be located in Kalamazoo, Mich., and will manage sales for various divisions of Kraft Foods, ConAgra, Quaker Oats and...

Amcor Australasia.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Amcor Australasia, has promoted 25-year company veteran Louis J. Lachel to managing director. Since December, Lachel has been Amcor's acting chief operating officer and immediately prior to this, was executive general manager of operations...

Ryder System Inc.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Ryder System Inc., Miami, has elected to its board of directors E. Follin Smith. executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief administrative officer of Constellation Energy. Ryder also appointed Charles R. Patton vice...

Owens-Illinois Inc.(appointments)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Owens-Illinois Inc., Toledo, Ohio, has named Matthew G. Longthorne president of O-I's North American glass operations while L. Richard Crawford has been named president of O-I's glass operations in Latin America. The company also has...