Beverage Industry articles from July 2007

Beverage Industry archives from July 2007

No such thing as a free launch.(BEVERAGE Beat)
July 1, 2007... To many, the rise of Internet blogs and viral marketing seemed to spell gloom and doom for traditional marketing of consumer packaged goods. But two studies released this month indicate companies shouldn't scrap the tried and true just yet,...

Bravo! Brands, North Palm Beach, Fla., and Coca-Cola Enterprises, Atlanta, have terminated their distribution agreement.(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Bravo! Brands, North Palm Beach, Fla., and Coca-Cola Enterprises, Atlanta, have terminated their distribution agreement. The companies, which agreed to a 10-year distribution deal in August 2005, cite economic returns that were "far below...

Global Wine & Spirits.
July 1, 2007... Canada's Global Wine & Spirits opened a new office in Shenzhen, China to further its development strategy in the country.

Heineken USA.(opened a new regional business unit office )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Heineken USA, White Plains, N.Y., opened a new regional business unit office for the Northeast in Stamford, Conn. The 77-person office will manage the Heineken USA portfolio from Maine to Pennsylvania, which is currently the company's largest...

Palm Bay International.(Palm Bay Imports )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, Fla., has changed its name from Palm Bay Imports, which is reflected in a redesigned corporate logo for the importer of wine and spirits.

Peju Province Winery.(new environmental initiatives and sustainable farming)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Peju Province Winery, Rutherford, Calif., announced several new environmental initiatives and renewed its commitment to sustainable farming. The company installed solar panels that provide 35 percent of the winery's energy as well as...

Icelandic Water Holdings.(Bottled water industry received CarbonNeutral Certification )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Icelandic Water Holdings, Thorlakshofn, Iceland, received CarbonNeutral Certification from the same-named company. The certificate recognizes the maker of Icelandic Glacial bottled water for its ongoing commitment to reduce its overall carbon...

Coke unveils foodservice 'evolution'.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Coca-Cola Co. has introduced fountain technology "Bev-olution" dispenser)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Coca-Cola's North America foodservice unit recently unveiled its latest fountain technology, the "Bev-olution" dispenser. The fountain accomodates as many as six carbonated and six non-carbonated beverage varieties. Extending the typical...

IBWA announces education topics.(INDUSTRY Issues)(International Bottled Water Association)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The International Bottled Water Association, Alexandria, Va., previewed a few of the topics for the Continuing Education Sessions to be held at its convention and tabletop trade show Oct. 15-19 in Las Vegas. The IBWA-certified sessions...

A-B partners with Northeast spirits producer.(INDUSTRY Issues)
July 1, 2007... Vermont Spirits of Passumpsic, Vt., announced Anheuser-Busch Inc., St. Louis, will be the U.S. distributor of its super-premium vodkas. Vermont Gold, Vermont Gold Vintage and Vermont White vodkas currently are available in the Northeast...

Thomas Flocco, president and chief executive officer Beam Global Spirits & Wine Inc., Deerfield, Ill., received the Harold H. Hines Jr. Award.(PEOPLE)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Thomas Flocco, president and chief executive officer Beam Global Spirits & Wine Inc., Deerfield, Ill., received the Harold H. Hines Jr. Award for his decade-long support of the United Negro College Fund.

Miller Brewing Co.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2007... Miller Brewing Co., Milwaukee, Wis., hired Jeff Johansen as vice president of innovation. Johansen will lead the brewery's new product and packaging efforts.

Molson Coors Brewing Co.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2007... Molson Coors Brewing Co., Denver, promoted Dave Dunnewald to vice president of global investor relations.

Clearly Canadian Brands.(PEOPLE)(Brent Lokash chief executive officer)(David Reingold and George Reznik appointed as board of directors)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Clearly Canadian Brands, Vancouver, British Columbia, appointed Brent Lokash chief executive officer. David Reingold succeeds Lokash as president. Reingold also joins the company's board of directors along with George Reznik.

Phillips Distilling.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2007... Phillips Distilling, Minneapolis, added Jim Smith and Larry Sesito to its Northeast sales management team.

SakeOne.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2007... SakeOne, Forest Grove, Ore., named Dewey Weddington vice president of marketing.

St. James Winery.(PEOPLE)(Jack Bonar, vice president of marketing)(Dean Chalem, vice president of sales)(Andrew Meggitt, vice president of product development)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... St. James Winery, St. James, Mo., announced its new executive lineup: Rodney Lough, president; Jack Bonar, vice president of marketing; Dean Chalem, vice president of sales; and Andrew Meggitt, vice president of product development.

Wein-bauer Inc.(PEOPLE)(Larry Nevers national sales manager)(Todd Ellis, regional manager of Pennsylvania)(Jacklyn Engel, East coast regional manager)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Wein-bauer Inc., Franklin Park, Ill., named Larry Nevers national sales manager; Todd Ellis, regional manager of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Illinois; Jacklyn Engel, East coast regional manager; and Steve Reed, director of...

Nestle introduces lightweight bottle.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Nestle Waters North America)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Nestle Waters North America, Greenwich, Conn., introduced an environmentally friendly bottle that weighs 15 percent less than those currently on the market. Eco-shape is a 12.5-gram bottle that took two years to develop and may save 65...

Study shows effect of TV advertising.(INDUSTRY Issues)
July 1, 2007... Information Resources Inc., Chicago, announced the results from its Long-Term Drivers Consortium Study. The study has researched the importance of TV advertising, in-store promotion, distribution and brand variety on the long-term health of...

U.S. craft brews a hit in China.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Brewers Association)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Brewers Association, Boulder, Colo., announced American craft beers have found success in China. In February, the association sent the first mixed container of craft beers to China. Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, N.Y.; North Coast Brewing...

Reeds Inc., Los Angeles, entered an agreement with Heidelburg Distributing.
July 1, 2007... Reeds Inc., Los Angeles, entered an agreement with Heidelburg Distributing for distribution of Reed's soft drinks in Ohio.

Bling H20.
July 1, 2007... Bling H20 has been added to the menu at Pennsylvania's Hershey Lodge, including the Hershey Grill and Forebay Lounge.

Source Beverages, Greensboro, N.C., signed with Beverages Direct, Wheaton, Ill.
July 1, 2007... Source Beverages, Greensboro, N.C., signed with Beverages Direct, Wheaton, Ill., to distribute Burn Energy Drink in the Chicago area.

Sweet Success Enterprises.(beverages available for sale at samsclub.com)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Sweet Success Enterprises, San Antonio, Texas, announced seven of its ready-to-drink functional beverages are available for sale at samsclub.com, the Web site of Sam's Club warehouse stores owned by Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

Bernick's Beverages and Vending, Duluth, Minn., acquired Better Brands Inc., also of Duluth, Minn.
July 1, 2007... Bernick's Beverages and Vending, Duluth, Minn., acquired Better Brands Inc., also of Duluth, Minn. The acquisition makes Bernick's the second-largest Miller Brewing Co. distributor in Minnesota.

Queen City Coffee Co.(Website overview)
July 1, 2007... Queen City Coffee Co., West Chester, Ohio, launched a newly redesigned Web site for wholesale orders.

Lifestyle Beverages Inc., Garden City, N.Y., partnered with R.L. Lipton, Cleveland, Ohio.
July 1, 2007... Lifestyle Beverages Inc., Garden City, N.Y., partnered with R.L. Lipton, Cleveland, Ohio, to distribute TrimWater in northeast Ohio.

Miller to take over Foster's production in U.S.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Miller Brewing Co. announced a 10-year agreement with Foster's Group Ltd.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Miller Brewing Co., Milwaukee, announced a 10-year agreement that will bring production of Foster's Lager and Special Bitter to the United States. Australian-based Foster's Group Ltd. plans to move production from Molson Coors Brewing Co.'s...

Coca-Cola Consolidated combines facilities.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, Charlotte, N.C., has combined its facilities in South Carolina. The company has merged its Florence, Conway and Marion, S.C., operations into one in Marion. The company said it upgraded the facility, which...

Water plus benefits.(New PRODUCTS)(Coca-Cola Co. introduced Dasani Plus a water beverages)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Coca-Cola North America extended its Dasani lineup with Dasani Plus. The vitamin-enhanced flavored water beverages come in three varieties: Refresh + Revive, Cleanse + Restore and Defend + Protect. Refresh + Revive is Kiwi Strawberry...

Protein sports drink.(New PRODUCTS)(Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages launches sports drink)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages acquired the Accelerade trademark in 2006 from Pacific Health Laboratories and maintained the patented four-to-one carbohydrate-to-protein ratio while reformulating the flavor for athletes. This summer,...

Sparkling apple juices.(New PRODUCTS)(Apple Rush Co. launched Apple Rush)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Apple Rush Co. launched Apple Rush, a line of organic 100 percent juice blends with sparkling water. Available in six flavors--Original Apple, Pomegranate, Raspberry, Black Cherry, Cranberry and Strawberry Apple Blends--the juices contain no...

Vitamin packed.(New PRODUCTS)(energy drink 24C launched by Jones Soda Co.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Jones Soda Co. has launched 24C, a line of vitamin-enhanced waters and powdered drink mixes. The products are high in vitamin C and formulated to provide a full day's worth of essential vitamins and electrolytes, the company says. Every...

Green tea energy.(New PRODUCTS)(Source Beverages introduced Sugar-Free Burn Energy Drink)
July 1, 2007... Source Beverages released a new Sugar-Free Burn Energy Drink infused with EGCG, green tea extract and calcium. Burn Sugar-Free aims to boost energy levels and metabolism by combining the infused ingredients with antioxidants, B vitamins,...

Improved flavor and graphics.(New PRODUCTS)(Big Red Inc. intoduced a new soft drink)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... This summer, Big Red will hit the Texas market with a new Diet Big Red flavor formulation and the first packaging update since 1997. Diet Big Red's update will be fueled by the message "now more Big Red taste," indicating the formula is new...

More fruits and veggies.(New PRODUCTS)(Nestle USA introduced Nestle Juicy Juice Harvest Surprise)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Nestle USA released Nestle Juicy Juice Harvest Surprise, a 100 percent fruit and vegetable juice made for kids. An 8-ounce glass of Harvest Surprise provides two combined servings of fruits and vegetables (two-thirds servings of vegetables...

Green teas.(New PRODUCTS)(Cintron Beverage Group )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Cintron Beverage Group expanded its brand with Cintron Green Teas. Made with honey and ginseng, the Green Teas are available in five varieties: Pomegranate, Mango, Guava Passion Fruit, Original and Diet. Value-sized in 23.5-ounce cans and...

Summer soda.(New PRODUCTS)(Pepsi-Cola North America introduced a new soft drink called Pepsi Summer Mix)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Pepsi-Cola North America created another limited-time release, Pepsi Summer Mix. Available through the end of July, Pepsi Summer Mix is a cola with a tropical fruit flavor, and is packaged in 20-ounce bottles, 2-liter bottles and 12-ounce...

Numi LLC.(Coffee and tea)(released organic boxed teas)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Numi LLC, Oakland, Calif., released five organic boxed teas: White Nectar White Tea, Velvet Garden White Tea, Gen Mai Cha Green Tea, decaffeinated Ginger Sun Green Tea and Indian Night Black Tea. With the exception of Gen Mai Cha, all of the...

China Mist Brands.(Coffee and tea)
July 1, 2007... China Mist Brands, Scottsdale, Ariz., introduced its first iced tea for the foodservice and retail industries, Orange Blossom Ginger Iced White Tea...

Coca-Cola North America.(Coffee and tea)(released honey flavored tea)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Coca-Cola North America, Atlanta, released Diet Nestea White Tea Berry Honey Flavored Tea. The zero-calorie product blends black and white tea for a light tea taste, accented with berry and honey flavors...

R.W. Knudsen.(Juice)
July 1, 2007... R.W. Knudsen, Chico, Calif., released Organic Mulling Spices in tea bags. The product can be used to flavor hot beverages such as apple cider...

Old Orchard Brands.(Juice)(introduced pomegranate juice cocktail)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Old Orchard Brands, Sparta, Mich., introduced Healthy Balance Pomegranate juice cocktail, which contains 75 percent less sugar, carbohydrates and calories than the leading pomegranate juice. A 64-ounce bottle retails for $2.69...

Spaten North America Inc.(Beer)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Spaten North America Inc., Little Neck, N.Y., has packaged Spaten Premium Lager, Spaten Optimator and Franziskaner Weibbier in an easy-carry 12-pack. The beers hit the market this fall, and retail for $14.99...

Don Sebastiani & Sons.(Wine and spirits)(introduction of Kono Baru)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Don Sebastiani & Sons, Sonoma, Calif., released Kono Baru with an upside-down label in a move to promote its new line of wines from the southern hemisphere. The initial release features six varietals Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay,...

The Pizza Wine Co.(Wine and spirits)(introduction of pizza red wine)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Pizza Wine Co., Victoria, Australia, has created Pizza Red, a lightly carbonated, sweet blended wine that complements the flavors found in pizza. Available in two sizes, a 375-ml. bottles retails between $9.99 and $11.99, and a 750-ml....

Coastal Beverages.(Wine and spirits)
July 1, 2007... Coastal Beverages, West Palm Beach, Fla., offers a line of mixers under the Wild Olive, Mojito Republic, Taste of Florida and Tropical Mary's brand names...

Laszlo Corp.(Wine and spirits)(introductio of cezar and menrtah wines )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Laszlo Corp., Saint Charles, Mo., imported Cezar and Menrtah Wines from Hungary. The Cezar sparkling wine in a can comes in Crispy Rose and Blanc De Blancs. A six-pack retails for $25.70, and equals about two bottles of wine...

LightFull Foods.(Dairy drinks)(LightFull Foods introduced satiety smoothie )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... LightFull Foods, San Francisco, reintroduced its LightFull Satiety Smoothie in a new 8.25-ounce snack-friendly package and with a new formula. The line is available in Chocolate Satisfaction, Strawberry Bliss, Peachy Cream, Cafe Latte and...

Jel Sert.(Dairy drinks)(Sipahh Milk Flavoring Straws)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Jel Sert, West Chicago, Ill., developed Sipahh Milk Flavoring Straws to bring flavor to the milk category. The Sipahh straw in Banana, Strawberry, Chocolate and Cookies and Cream varieties can be used to flavor an 8-ounce glass of milk. The...

New product introductions by category.(New PRODUCTS)(Statistical table)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS BY CATEGORY SKUS YTD SKUS YTD CATEGORY 6/30/07 6/30/06 ALCOHOL BEVERAGES 112 176 BEVERAGE CONCENTRATES/MIXES...

Sweet lemonades.(New PRODUCTS)(James' Lemonade introduced a new product line )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... James' Lemonade presents a product line of the same name of fruit-flavored beverages. James' Lemonade is offered in Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Grape, Fruit Punch, Mango and Strawberry flavors. The drinks are packaged in 16.9-ounce plastic...

Specialty imports.(New PRODUCTS)(Merchant du Vin Corp.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Merchant du Vin will be distributing three gluten-free Belgian ales from Green's. Green's beers, brewed at de Proef Brewery in Lochristi, Belgium, are full-flavored ales made with millet, rice, buckwheat and sorghum. Bottle-conditioned with...

Dragon icon.(New PRODUCTS)(Leading Brands Inc. introduced a new energy drink)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Leading Brands launched Stoked Energy Drink with packaging that includes a dragon icon as the focus. Released in 16-ounce cans in four flavors --Original, Sugar Free, Tropical Orange and Dragonberry--Stoked Energy Drink will focus its...

Weight loss water.(New PRODUCTS)(Skinny Nutritional Corp.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Skinny Nutritional Corp. released Skinny Water with Super CitriMax and ChromeMate as active ingredients to help dieters lose three times more weight than diet and exercise alone, the company says. Skinny Water aims to curb hunger, maintain...

Peanut rum cream.(New PRODUCTS)(Team Spirits Imports Co. )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Team Spirits Imports Co. is importing Castries Peanut Rum Creme, an ultra-premium creme that is peanut based. With a blend of fresh roasted peanuts, vanilla, premium cream and a touch of rum, Castries Creme draws upon its roots from the...

Functional drinks.(New PRODUCTS)(MD Drinks Inc. introduced new drinks)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... MD Drinks released three new functional platforms to join its current line. The new drinks, named to reflect their distinct functionalities, include House Call, in Honey Green Tea flavor to boost the immune system; Vacation, in Pacific...

2007 state of the industry: beverage blockbusters.(SPECIAL REPORT)(Industry overview)
July 1, 2007... Caribbean invaders, transformers and triumphant heroes not only appeared on movie screens, but also in beverages. The invaders are not big screen pirates, rather Caribbean-inspired flavors that continue to advance across many beverages. More...

Crafting beers for conscientious consumers.(New Belgium Brewing Co.)
July 1, 2007... Mainstream consumers are beginning to employ compact florescent light bulbs, but that's old news for New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins, Colo. The craft brewer has operated with compact florescent lighting, which consumes approximately 75...

New facility doubles packaging capacity: as New Belgium Brewing grows, bottling and brewing are ready to meet the demands.(PLANT FOCUS)
July 1, 2007... New Belgium Brewing, Fort Collins, Colo., saw sales volume grow to 437,000 barrels last year. With the brewer anticipating at least an 11 percent increase in production to 485,000 barrels this year and launching a new organic beer, Mothership...

Skae Beverages International: water company turns over a New Leaf.(UP CLOSE WITH ...)
July 1, 2007... For Eric Skae, managing director of Skae Beverages International, founding a new company in the fast-moving beverage business actually was inspired by a desire to stay in one place. The veteran beverage sales executive had moved around the...

Inspector gadgets: inspection equipment can help ensure beverage quality and safety.(PACKAGING)
July 1, 2007... Given the heightened awareness concerning product safety these days, packaging inspection equipment has never been more important. The proper equipment can reduce the chances of costly recalls and the untold costs of losing consumers' trust....

Heineken in slim cans.(Heineken USA Inc. launched a new beer cans)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Heineken USA, White Plains, N.Y., has launched Heineken Premium Light in a new 12-ounce slim can, which it says, "delivers imagery consistent with the elegance and unique design of its bottle counterpart." The 12-ounce cans are available in...

New shrink label.(Seal-It Inc.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Seal-It supplied a new full-sleeve shrink label for Hilo Gold Noni Juice from the Stratis Group. The heat shrink PET-G label is rotogravure printed in seven colors, and the package includes a neckband made of clear PVC for tamper-evidence....

Bartender-friendly bottle.
July 1, 2007... American Beverage Corp., Pittsburgh, launched Daily's cocktail mixers in a new 1-liter pour spout package. The proprietary new pour spout includes a quick-flip hinge that keeps the re-sealable cap open to prevent the cap from dangling into...

Seal of approval: beverage companies use certification opportunities to stand out.(Beverage R&D: BEVERAGE INDUSTRY'S PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SECTION)
July 1, 2007... The introduction of the USDA Organic seal in 2002 unleashed a flood of organic products on the market, lending credibility and legitimacy to products that previously had no regulated set of standards. The move set in motion a trend toward...

P.L. Thomas, Morristown, N.J., and Kaneka Nutrients L.P. announced that P.L. Thomas will represent Kaneka Q10 natural Coenzyme Q10 on an exclusive basis.(R&D NEWS)
July 1, 2007... P.L. Thomas, Morristown, N.J., and Kaneka Nutrients L.P. announced that P.L. Thomas will represent Kaneka Q10 natural Coenzyme Q10 on an exclusive basis, covering the United States east of the Mississippi.

Vigon International Inc.(R&D NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Vigon International Inc., East Stroudsburg, Pa., has broken ground on a new distribution center that will incorporate state-of-the-art warehouse and logistics management technology, including RFID, WMS and mobile computing. It will house the...

FMC BioPolymer--Food Ingredients.(R&D NEWS)(fmcbiopolymer.com)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... FMC BioPolymer--Food Ingredients has launched a new Web site at fmcbiopolymer.com. The site will include information on Avicel Microcrystalline cellulose, FMC Carrageenan and Protanal Alginate, as well as ideas and trends in the marketplace.

David Michael & Co.(R&D NEWS)(appointments)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... David Michael & Co., Philadelphia, has hired Erica Byerly as a consumer research specialist. Laura Ennis joined the company as senior beverage innovation technologist; Kelly DeFusco was named project leader, bakery cereal; Michele Pittner...

Health & wellness at IFT.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Chr. Hansen Group A/S)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Chr. Hansen plans to showcase innovative, natural ingredient solutions for health and wellness at IFT later this month. The company's latest developments include sweetness enhancers and mouthfeel enhancers. "We have launched a wealth of new,...

Vegetarian omega-3s.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Frutarom USA Inc. )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Frutarom USA Inc. has developed Alina, a source of omega-3 fatty acids with improved flavor and shelf stability in heat-treated dairy, beverage and savory applications. Alina is a patented plant source of omega-3 fatty acids from Salvia seed,...

Omega-3s from fish oil.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Hormel Health Technology LLC and Hormel Foods Corp. Specialty Products Div.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Hormel Health Technology LLC, and the specialty products division of Hormel Foods have launched the Eterna brand of flavorless and odorless omega-3 fish oils, and will showcase the ingredient at the IFT Show. The company says it has used a...

GRAS affirmation.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Generally Recognized As Safe)(TIC Gums )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... TIC Gums announced it has self-affirmed the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for its TICAmulsion line of modified gum acacia emulsifiers based on an evaluation from an independent expert panel of scientists. This status permits the...

New fiber ingredient.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Tate & Lyle Inc.)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Tate & Lyle has launched a range of dietary fibers under the Promitor brand, and will have the product on-hand at the upcoming IFT Show. The average adult diet in the United States does not contain the daily recommended intake of fiber, the...

Prebiotic benefits.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Orafti active food ingredients gives information for Beneo prebiotic ingredients)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Orafti will discuss the benefits of its Beneo prebiotic ingredients, beyond the conventional expectations of "good digestion," at the IFT Show in Chicago. The company will offer information on Beneo as it applies to all age groups, including...

Avoiding driver distractions.(DISTRIBUTION)
July 1, 2007... Demanding schedules, cell phone conversations and the many communication, information, navigation and entertainment systems in vehicles have one thing in common. They all contribute to making the roadways more hazardous by taking away a...

Digitalabel.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
July 1, 2007... New company, Digitalabel, Durham, N.C., has launched nationally its services for digitally printed labels for customized, short-run and prototype packaging products.

FKI Logistex.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
July 1, 2007... FKI Logistex opened its new Technology and Education Center in Cincinnati.

Fort Dearborn Co., Elk Grove, Ill., acquired Renaissance Mark.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
July 1, 2007... Fort Dearborn Co., Elk Grove, Ill., acquired Renaissance Mark, which specializes in cut-and-stack labels and specialty finishing options.

Jungheinrich.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Jungheinrich, Hamburg, Germany, presented findings from its research into methanol fuel cells for electric lift trucks at the Hannover Messe Trade Fair in Germany. The research sought to determine whether direct methanol fuel cells would be...

Magline.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Magline, Pinconning, Mich., shared the results of its merchandising study, which found merchandisers can save an average of 8.3 hours per week by using their own material handling equipment.

R.A. Jones & Co. Inc.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... R.A. Jones & Co. Inc., Covington, Ky., opened its sales and service center in Mexico. The office will handle all parts, service and equipment needs for the country and will be managed by Jose Edmundo Romo.