Beverage Industry articles from December 2002

Beverage Industry archives from December 2002

A bountiful year. (Beverage Beat).
December 1, 2002... This month's issue of Beverage Industry features our animal roundup of the best new product and package introductions of the year. For the first time in a long time, new product introductions are down overall -- by 81 reports, according to...

Enough is enough. (Beverage Beat).(Column)
December 1, 2002... By now most of you have heard and read about the first ad campaign meant to slow down carbonated soft drink consumption in the state of Maine. The program is titled "Enough is enough" and was created by the Maine Bureau of Health. The state...

Coke bottlers come together. (Industry Issues).(Coca-Cola Bottlers Sales and Service Co. formed)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Coca-Cola bottlers across North America have come together to form a new company called Coca-Cola Bottlers Sales and Service Co., an organization expected to save money and create efficiencies through a centralized buying system. Various...

Cadbury changes chiefs. (Industry Issues).(appointments and resignations)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Cadbury Schweppes plc, London, named a new chairman and chief executive officer, as current chairman Derek Bonham plans to step down at the end of his three-year term next year. John Sunderland, chief executive officer, was named chairman. He...

Jim Beam Brands Co. (People).(multiple appointments)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Jim Beam Brands Co., Deerfield, Ill., named Boris Oglesby vice president of super premium and cordials... National Beverage Corp., Fort Lauderdale, Fla., elected Joseph Caporella president.

Kraft Foods Inc. (People).(multiple appointments)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Kraft Foods Inc., Northfield, Ill., named Terry M. Faulk senior vice president of human resources, David G. Ownes senior vice president of strategy, Paul E. Carothers vice president of public affairs.

Veryfine Products Inc. (People).(Matthew Sepe appointed vice president of human resources)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Veryfine Products Inc., Littleton, Mass., appointed Matthew Sepe vice president of human resources.

Pearl Spirits Co. (People).(Lawrence Fioretti new president)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Pearl Spirits Co., Mill Valley, Calif., pro-mated Lawrence Fioretti to president.

Beck's North America. (People).(Mike Harrington named executive vice president of marketing)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Beck's North America, Stamford, Conn., named Mike Harrington executive vice president of marketing.

The Monarch Beverage Co. Inc. (People).(multiple appointments)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Monarch Beverage Co. Inc. Atlanta, appointed Kevin McClanahan chief operating officer of its U.S. subsidiary, and Dave Thompson vice president of national accounts.

Shaw-Ross International Importers. (People).(appointment)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Shaw-Ross International Importers, Miami, appointed Todd Vigor regional sales manager for Illinois and Indiana.

Fisher Beverages International. (People).(appointment)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Fisher Beverages International White Plains, N.Y., appointed Scott DeMartine general manager.

The Pepsi Bottling Group. (News Briefs).(plans to acquire Cassidy's Beverages Ltd.)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Pepsi Bottling Group, Somers, N.Y., signed a fetter of intent to acquire Canadian bottler Cassidy's Beverages Ltd., located in Miramichi, New Brunswick. Cassidy's Beverages is currently owned and operated by the Walsh family, and...

Brown-Forman Corp. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Brown-Forman Corp., Louisville, plans to acquire an additional 35 percent interest in Finlandia Vodka Worldwide, the joint venture that owns the Finlandia brand and trademark. This move will increase BrownForman's interest in the venture to...

Clearly Canadian Beverage Corp. (News Briefs).(distribution agreement expanded)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Clearly Canadian Beverage Corp., Vancouver, British Columbia, expanded its distribution agreement with All-American Bottling Corp. to include all of the states in which the bottler operates. Clearly Canadian also appointed All-American as the...

Moosehead Breweries Ltd. (News Briefs).(marketing and importing partnership with Gambrinus Co.)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Canada's Moosehead Breweries Ltd. extended its U.S. importing and marketing partnership with The Gambrinus Co., San Antonio, Texas. The agreement is for 10 years and includes further extension provisions related to brand performance.

Hain Celestial Group Inc. (News Briefs).(acquisition of Imagine Foods Inc.)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Hain Celestial Group Inc., Uniondale, N.Y., acquired a privately held non-dairy beverage company called Imagine Foods Inc. Imagine makes rice- and soy-based beverages, frozen desserts and organic soups, all of which will contribute to...

The Gatorade Co. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Gatorade Co.'s Propel Fitness Water became the first enhanced water to surpass $100 million in annual sales, according to the Chicago-based company.

Allied Domecq Wines USA. (News Briefs).(Academy of Wine and Service Excellence trade program )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Healdsburg, Calif.-based Allied Domecq Wines USA launched the Academy of Wine & Service Excellence trade program last month, a program initially targeting retailers, brokers, in-house safes teams, restaurateurs and the company's emerging...

White Wave gets some Sun. (Industry Issues).(White Wave to oversee Sun Soy brand after Dean Foods acquisition)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... After much ado about competing brands in the soymilk business when Dean Foods purchased Boulder, Colo.-based White Wave last spring, brand management issues have been sorted out. White Wave is taking on the responsibility of Sun Soy soymilk,...

The best products and packages of 2002: innovation drives the years best products and packaging. (Special Report).
December 1, 2002... Beverage introductions in 2002 are down vs. last year with the notable exceptions of soft drinks, and beer and ale, according to Marketing Intelligence Service, Naples, N.Y. Overall this year has seen 1,016 new products and 3,237 SKUs...

Snapple nutrition. (New Products).(Snapple to launch meal replacement beverage)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Cadbury Schweppes' Snapple Beverage Group is getting ready to roll out Snapple-a-Day meal replacement beverage in February 2003. Available in Strawberry Banana, Peach and Tropical Blend flavors, the products contain 24 vitamins and minerals,...

White Tea. (New Products).(Imperial Republic White Tea)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Republic of Tea has launched new Imperial Republic White Tea, which it says is among the rarest of teas. Because it is minimally processed, white tea is said to retain the highest level of antioxidants and has a lower caffeine content...

Hood River Distillers. (Wine and Spirits).(White Fang Schnapps availability)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Hood River Distillers, Hood River, Ore., announced that its White Fang Schnapps, which debuted in Alaska last spring, will be available in Washington, Utah, Nevada, and Oregon. The product combines natural peppermint and cinnamon flavors. It...

Southcorp Wines. (Wine and Spirits).(2002 Lindemans Bin 65 Chardonnay released in United States)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Southcorp Wines has released its 2002 Lindemans Bin 65 Chardonnay in the United States. The wine was a gold medal winner at the Royal National Association (Brisbane) Wine Show, and has won gold medals at the Australian Inland Wine Show, the...

Kenwood Vineyards. (Wine and Spirits).(Sonoma County 2000 Zinfandels released)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Kenwood Vineyards, Kenwood, Calif., has released its single-vineyard and Sonoma County 2000 Zinfandels. Available nationally, the company produced 28,000 cases of the 2000 Sonoma County Zinfandel, which will retail for $16 per bottle. The...

Pernod Ricard USA. (Wine and Spirits).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Pernod Ricard USA, White Plains, N.Y., has updated its Jameson 1780 whiskey with new packaging and a name change to Jameson 12-Year-Old. The new package is taller, slimmer and more contemporary, but maintains the brand's signature colors.

Peachy Canyon Winery. (Wine and Spirits).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Peachy Canyon Winery, Paso Robles, Calif., has released its 2000 Zinfandels. The line is available nationally, and includes the Westside Zinfandel, which retails at $19 per bottle; Old Schoolhouse Zinfandel, at $26 per bottle; Mustang Springs...

Shaw-Ross International Importers. (Wine and Spirits).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Shaw-Ross International Importers, Miami, has once again made its Brennan's Authentic Irish Egg Nog Liqueur available for the holiday season. The ready-to-drink product is a 30 proof blend of Irish Cream and Brennan's Authentic Irish Whiskey....

MacTarnahan's Brewing Co. (Beer).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... MacTarnahan's Brewing Co., Portland, Ore., has released its new winter seasonal, Mac Frost Winter Ale. A Bavarian-style dunkel weiss bock, the beer is described as full-bodied and malty, with spicy overtones and a high carbon dioxide content...

Cerveceria La Tropical. (Beer).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Cerveceria La Tropical, Miami, announced that its La Tropical Cuban beer is now available in Montreal and Quebec City in Canada through RJ Brewers, Montreal. La Tropical beer initially will be available on draft, with six-packs and 12-packs...

Caribou Coffee Co. (Coffee and Tea).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Caribou Coffee Co., Minneapolis, is offering its Caribou Card at Columbus, Ohio, locations. The card is designed to speed transactions and decrease the amount of time customers spend in line. The company says it will not use the card to...

Fannie May. (Coffee and Tea).(introduced coffee and hot chocolate for holidays)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Chicago-based confectioner Fannie May has introduced coffee and hot chocolate in candy flavors for the holiday season. The products are produced by Intelligentsia, also of Chicago. Coffee flavors include Pixie, flavored with pecans, buttery...

Starbucks Coffee Co. (Coffee and Tea).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Starbucks Coffee Co., Seattle, will feature Peppermint Mocha, Peppermint Hot Chocolate and Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino Ice Blended Coffee as part of its holiday beverage line-up.

Kraft Foods. (Coffee and Tea).(new Maxwell House flavors introduced)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Kraft Foods has added new Hazelnut and Vanilla flavors to its Maxwell House brand. Suggested pricing for the coffees is $3.59 per 11.5-ounce can.

Mott. (Soft Drinks).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Mott's, Stamford, Conn., has introduced IBC Tangerine Cream and Cherry Limeade. The new flavors, which will be available nationally in January, will be packaged in 12-ounce six-packs of IBC's embossed glass bottles. They will retail for $3.15.

Newman's Own. (Juice).(single serving sizes introduced)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Newman's Own has rolled out single-serve sizes of its Virgin Lemonade, Virgin Pink Lemonade and Virgin Lemon-Aided Iced Tea. Available in New England and New York, the products retail for $0.89 per 11-ounce box or $3.49 per six-pack.

'Time zone fusions'.(New Attitude Beverage Corp. launches a new age drinks line)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... New Attitude Beverage Corp. has launched a line of new age drinks for specific dayparts and activities. The line is 5 to 35 percent fruit juice, and each variety features a different blend of vitamins and herbs. In addition, the products use...

New Product Introductions.(Brief Article)(Illustration)
December 1, 2002... NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS NO. NO. CATEGORY OF REPORTS OF SKUS WINE & WINE COOLERS 74 177 BEER & ALE ...

Green Apple Vodka. (New Products).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Diageo has released the latest flavor of its Smirnoff Vodka--Green Apple Twist. The flavor joins Citrus, Orange, Raspberry and Vanilla. To avoid confusion, the company will change the light green packaging of Smirnoff Citrus Twist to yellow,...

Dasani rolls Nutriwater. (New Products).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Coca-Cola Co. has introduced its much-anticipated Dasani Nutriwater in three markets: New York City; Charleston, S.C.; and Cincinnati. Nutriwater is lightly flavored in Mandarin Orange, Lemon Tangerine, Wild Berry and Pear Cucumber...

New diets. (New Products).(Arizona diet teas get new packaging and sweetener)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Arizona diet teas are getting an update, with sucralose sweetener and new packaging. The company traded sweeteners for its Arizona Diet Tea to rid the product of diet aftertaste and give it a longer shelf life. In addition, it upgraded the...

Under the apple tree: Mott's grows its business outside the orchard. (Cover Story).(Cover Story)
December 1, 2002... An apple a day is said to keep the doctor away. This age-old prescription is doing the trick for Stamford, Conn.-based Mott's Inc. as it celebrated its longevity with its 160th birthday this year and marked 20 years with parent company...

Advertisement.
December 1, 2002... PakTech broke the mold on traditional multi-packaging methods in the early 1990's with the introduction of durable, injection-molded plastic handles that not only look good, they work extremely well. PakTech also recognized that handles...

The roots of Mott's success: manufacturing is the pride of the Mott's business, and its Aspers, Pa., plant is one reason why. (Plant Focus).
December 1, 2002... Production and innovation are driving forces at Mott's, based in Stamford, Conn., and the company recently unveiled a state-of-the-art addition to its Aspers, Pa., plant with technology that is unmatched in the United States. "Within the...

Making memories: event marketing offers beverage companies the chance to make an effective impression. (Marketing).
December 1, 2002... A young Chicago copywriter named Andy Madorsky came up with the line, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression." Beverage companies have found that making their first impression at highly publicized and well-attended events...

Hispanic flavors heat up: new tropicals poised for mainstream growth. (Beverage R&D).
December 1, 2002... Looking for new directions in beverage flavors? Head south, say the experts. 'I've noticed a large climb in the flavors that would be targeted more to Hispanic consumers -- tropical flavors generally, and specifically pineapple and...

Chr. Hansen. (R&D News).(new application and technology center in Horsholm, Denmark)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Chr. Hansen, Milwaukee, has opened a new application and technology center in Horsholm, Denmark. Products that can be developed and produced in the center include carbonated beverages, fermented milks, cheeses, emulsified products, UHT...

Roche Vitamins Ltd. (R&D News).(new Biotech-Center in Grenzach, Germany)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Roche Vitamins Ltd. last month opened its new Biotech-Center in Grenzach, Germany. The new facility will develop biotechnological production processes for new and existing products, and scale up processes from laboratory to full technical...

Kemin Industries. (R&D News).(R.W. and Mary Nelson received 2002 People of Vision award )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Kemin Industries founders R.W. and Mary Nelson received the 2002 People of Vision award from Prevent Blindness Iowa. Des Moines-based Kemin Foods manufactures FlorGlo brand lutien.

PacificHealth Laboratories. (R&D News).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... PacificHealth Laboratories, Woodbridge, N.J., and Cargill, Minneapolis, have formed a strategic alliance for the launch of Accelerade ready-to-drink sports drink. The product will incorporate Ascend, Cargill's new Trehalose sweetener.

The International Food Information Council Foundation and the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. (R&D News).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The International Food Information Council Foundation and the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses have published a brochure on Caffeine and Women's Health. The consumer brochure addresses the topics of caffeine and...

David Michael & Co. (R&D News).(appoints Erin Kate O'Donnell)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Erin Kate O'Donnell recently joined David Michael & Co., Philadelphia, as marketing coordinator.

Givaudan. (R&D News).(Dan McCafferty new senior vice president, sales and marketing)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Givaudan announced that Dan McCafferty has joined Givaudan North American Flavors, Cincinnati, as senior vice president, sales and marketing.

Chr. Hansen Inc. (R&D News).(Paul J. Montgomery is appointed account broke manager)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Paul J. Montgomery has joined Chr. Hansen Inc., Milwaukee, as key account/broker manager for the company's sweetener business unit. Kevin Ramsey has been promoted to director of technical services for the sweetener business unit.

RFI Ingredients. (R&D News).(selects Pi-Yu Hsu technical manager)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... RFI Ingredients, Blauvelt, N.Y., has named Pi-Yu Hsu technical manager at its headquarters location.

MGP Ingredients. (R&D News).(Brian Cahill named chief financial officer)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Brian Cahill has been named chief financial officer and vice president of finance and administration at MGP Ingredients, Atchison, Kansas. He succeeds Bob Booe, who retired in October.

Going to extremes.(extreme beverages)
December 1, 2002... Although "extreme" beverages may no longer be the top flavor note of the moment, young consumers who want to push past traditional taste boundaries are still revved up about them, says beverage consultant Tom Pirko. "The more extreme...

Functional resource. (Creators Briefs).
December 1, 2002... TIC Gums offers a four-page literature piece on today's functional food trends. The company lists the trends and addresses those trends with product offerings. Manufacturers can use the piece as a resource for new products or modifications to...

New supplement ingredients. (Creators Briefs).
December 1, 2002... Cargill Health & Food Technologies introduced two breakthrough products at the SupplySide West International Trade Show. OptaFlex is a chondroitin sulfate that is made from North American raw material and is solventfree. The second product is...

What women want. (Creators Briefs).
December 1, 2002... Danisco has created a juice bar novelty concept for women called Elevations 1000. The idea targets women ages 20 to 40, and combines fruit and vegetable juices with mango, carrots and apple. The company also incorporated a premium pectin/guar...

Organic flavors. (Creators Briefs).(McCormick Flavors offers line of organic flavors)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... McCormick Flavors offers a line of six organic flavors - Blueberry F55064, Banana F55065, Strawberry F55066, Apple F55067, Peach F55068 and Raspberry F55069. The flavors are certified organic through the Oregon Tilth Certification Program,...

Spa Florals. (Creators Briefs).(Robertet Flavors launches new line of flavors)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Robertet Flavors has developed a line of Spa Floral flavors, which can be particularly useful in products designed to appeal to women. The floral flavors blend well with fruit flavors and can lend a sense of calm and restful rejuvenation to...

Regional inspiration. (Creators Briefs).(Haarmann & Reimer introduces new flavor blends vased on American regional tastes)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Haarmann & Reimer has developed new flavor blends based on versatile American regional tastes. Inspired by local fruit and berry tastes are Indian Summer, a crisp cranberry flavor that combines Natural Green Apple, Natural Cranberry and...

Resources and solutions. (Creators Briefs).(Wild Flavors Inc. launches new theme)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Wild Flavors Inc. has introduced the theme of "Worldwide Resources - Worldwide Solutions," demonstrating new flavors, colors, concepts and capabilities. The concept includes BEST - Bottled Energy Stimulating Taste, with a Starfruit Mangosteen...

Grape benefits. (Creators Briefs).(Crystals International Inc. offers Grape Freeze-Dried Fruit Juice Powder)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Crystals International Inc. offers Grape Freeze-Dried Fruit Juice Powder, featuring a deep purple color and 71 percent fruit juice solids content. The company says new clinical studies citing the benefits of grape juice on cardiovascular and...

A last look at InterBev 2002: the show featured new products, modern machinery and fresh industry insight. (Show Coverage).
December 1, 2002... This year's InterBev brought attendees from around the world to the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta to explore exhibits from more than 500 exhibitors supplying products and services ranging from beverages and ingredients to...

Flexible vending. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Royal Vendors offers Merlin TV line of vending machines)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... The Merlin TV line of cold drink vending machines from Royal Vendors is available in two models offering significant container flexibility and package capacity. All models have delivery chute sensors, direct drive 24-volt delivery system,...

Guaranteed color. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Color Craft Label Co. uses Sure-Color Process system)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Color Craft Label Co. ensures consistent color by employing the company's three-tier system called the Sure-Color Process. The Sure-Color Process gauges pH levels, measures ink viscosity and monitors density throughout the run. These three...

Filtration technology. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Pall Corp. offers a line of filtration products)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Pall Corp. offers a range of filtration products for the brewing industry that span the entire process from fermentation to keg. Pall's Cluster Filtration System (CFS) processes cold filtered beer, removing all beer spoilage organisms for a...

Aseptic packing. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Schneider Packaging Equipment Company Inc. launches new multi-packer/bundler)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. Inc. specializes in end-of-line solutions for any case packing and palletizing need. The company recently introduced its new MP-20 multi-packer/bundler for single aseptic cartons. The unit takes aseptic...

Retractable housing. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Mettler-Toledo Ingold unveils new design for analytical housings)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Mettler-Toledo Ingold released a new design for retractable in-line process analytical housings. All InTrac798 housings use a standard 120-mm. sensor to achieve varying process insertion lengths, which eliminates complex inventory...

Thermal transfer overprinter. (Supplier's Marketplace).(introduced by Videojet Technologies Inc.)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... To decrease operating costs and allow increased product throughput, Videojet Technologies Inc. announces the release of the new Videojet DataFlex thermal transfer overprinter. The unit ensures product traceability and control, offers...

Duralift handle. (Supplier's Marketplace).(MeadWestvaco unveils its new handle)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... MeadWestvaco's new DuraLift handle adds value and boosts brand appeal, and has proved its value on High Falls Brewery products. The DuraLift handle is on fully enclosed, glass 12-packs for the brewery's leading brands across 41 U.S. markets....

Delivery vehicle. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Hackney USA unveils new beverage delivery vehicle)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Focusing on improved worker safety and ergonomics, product longevity and lower maintenance requirements, Hackney USA introduced a new product in beverage delivery vehicles called the Hackney e/Dm. The Hackney e/Dm has more than 30 new or...

Coin Acceptors Inc. (Supplier News).(makes various appointments)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Coin Acceptors Inc., St. Louis, named Kevin Ward vice president of marketing, Bill Morgan North regional vice president, Parker B. Candle Jr. executive vice president, and Leo Levasseur vice chairman.

Avure Technologies Inc. (Supplier News).(to provide high-pressure processing technology to Grupo Jumex)
December 1, 2002... Avure Technologies Inc., a Kent, Wash., subsidiary of Flow International Corp., announced that Mexican juice, nectar and bottled drinks manufacturer Grupo Jumex committed to the large-scale production of new beverage products using Avure's...

Cannon Merchandising. (Supplier News).(purchases DCI Marketing)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Cannon Merchandising purchased DCI Marketing, a Milwaukee-based point-of-purchase, product development and marketing firm. DCI has five regional offices around the United States with approximately 300 employees.

Alcoa Flexible Packaging. (Supplier News).(and Boston Scientific Corp. win Ameristar Packaging Award)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Alcoa Flexible Packaging, Richmond, Va., and Boston Scientific Corp.'s endosurgical division were jointly awarded the Ameristar Packaging Award for an innovative medical device package re-design. Alcoa contributed its knowledge of packaging...

Elogex Inc. (Supplier News).(receives $17 million of new growth capital)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Elogex Inc., Charlotte, N.C., received $17 million of new growth capital from an investor group led by New York-based Fenway Partners. Elogex plans to develop the company and expand its infrastructure to support a growing customer base for...

GEOCOMtms. (Supplier News).(names vice president of business development)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... GEOCOMtms, an Atlanta developer of the A.MAZE solution for routing and scheduling of fleet operations, welcomed Dan Owings as vice president of business development. Owings brings the companyl9 years of experience in technology sales and was...

Pest control. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Orkin offers a specialized Acurid service for businesses )(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Orkin offers a specialized Acurid service for businesses to help fight pest infestation. The company's Integrated Pest Management program will help prevent fall infestations, which according to the U.S. Climate Prediction Center, will...

Splice and recoat cable. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Dyco Inc. offerings)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Dyco Inc. offers a steel cable splice and recoating kit for on-the-spot repairs. The tools in the kit are supported by a step-by-step video and detailed instructions. Dyco service technicians also are available to provide onsite training. The...

Can test gauges. (Supplier's Marketplace).(Wilkens-Anderson Co. launches three redesigned gauges)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2002... Wilkens-Anderson Co. introduced three redesigned gauges for the measurement of seam thickness, countersink and flange width on food and beverage cans. All three WACO gauges offer improved precision, accuracy and serviceability. They are...