Beverage Industry articles from May 2006

Beverage Industry archives from May 2006

A united front.(BEVERAGE Beat)(alliance for a healthier generation)
May 1, 2006... It's not every day that you see the leaders of three fiercely competitive companies standing at the same podium, much less in the presence of a former U.S. president, but it's an indication of how seriously the soft drink industry is taking...

Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages will acquire the 55 percent of Dr Pepper/Seven Up Bottling Group it does not already own from investment partner The Carlyle Group and other investors.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages will acquire the 55 percent of Dr Pepper/Seven Up Bottling Group it does not already own from investment partner The Carlyle Group and other investors. The $353 million acquisition is expected to result in...

Anheuser-Busch wholesalers will carry Hansen Natural Corp. beverages such as Monster, Lost and Rumba energy drinks.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Anheuser-Busch wholesalers will carry Hansen Natural Corp. beverages such as Monster, Lost and Rumba energy drinks. Hansen will transfer distribution to certain A-B wholesalers during the coming year. "Anheuser-Busch has a first-class...

The Coca-Cola Co.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, reportedly has signed an agreement to be the official beverage on the newly merged America West-US Airways. In other news, Coca-Cola announced it will purchase German water company Apollinaris.

Starbucks Corp., Seattle, will buy 56, or about half, of Barnie's Coffee & Tea locations.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Starbucks Corp., Seattle, will buy 56, or about half, of Barnie's Coffee & Tea locations. Most of the locations are in Florida. The companies say the deal only affects retail real estate, not Barnie's products or inventory.

Correction.(Correction notice)
May 1, 2006... The packaging feature in the February 2006 issue indicated Nestle Waters' Aquapod package was available only in Target stores in the Midwest. The package actually is available through several chains in the Midwest and will be available...

CCE taps Brock as CEO.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Coca-Cola Enterprises appoints John Brock as Chief Executive Officer)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Coca-Cola Enterprises, Atlanta, has named John Brock, former chief executive officer of InBev, chief operating officer of Cadbury Schweppes and chairman of Dr Pepper/Seven Up Bottling Group Inc., as its new president and chief executive...

Cott names new leadership.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Brent Willis)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Cott Corp, Toronto, has appointed Brent Willis president and chief executive officer, succeeding John Sheppard, who has left the company. "[Willis] has extensive global experience, as well as a demonstrated track record of driving...

Soft drink companies pull products from schools.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... The Coca-Cola Co., PepsiCo, Cadbury Schweppes Americas Beverages and the American Beverage Association, along with the William J. Clinton Foundation, announced new guidelines for school vending that remove most regular soft drinks from...

Bacardi USA.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2006... Bacardi has named John Esposito president and chief executive officer of Bacardi USA. Esposito previously served as head of Moet Hennessy's U.S. business...

Clearly Canadian Beverage Corp.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2006... Clearly Canadian Beverage Corp., Vancouver, has named Sonia Mansion marketing manager...

Ardea Beverage Co.(PEOPLE)(appointments in Ardea Beverage Co.)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Ardea Beverage Co., Minneapolis, has named Terry Casey senior vice president of sales. Maile Buker has become vice president of marketing and strategy, Gary Garland has been named vice president sales-foodservice/hospitality and retail...

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2006... Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has selected Al Portney as vice president, international sales...

Castle Brands Inc.(PEOPLE)
May 1, 2006... Castle Brands Inc. has named John Soden international managing director, and Seth B. Weinberg senior vice president and general counsel.

DSD strategies highlights changes, opportunities in distribution.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Direct Store Delivery strategies)(DSD Strategies: Direct Store Delivery Distribution & Marketing Conference)
May 1, 2006... Beverage Industry and sister publication Snack Food and Wholesale Bakery recently held the first DSD Strategies: Direct Store Delivery Distribution & Marketing Conference at the Renaissance Resort at Seaworld in Orlando, Fla. "Direct...

Tackling food safety critical issues.(Food Safety Summit 2006)
May 1, 2006... The 2006 Food Safety Summit brought together thousands of food processors, retailers, foodservice and government personnel along with more than 180 exhibitors for the most important food safety show in North America. The rosier of keynote...

InterBev, industry associations co-locate meetings.(INDUSTRY Issues)(Coca-Cola Bottlers Association)(Coca-Cola Mainstream Bottlers)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... The Coca-Cola Bottlers Association and the Coca-Cola Mainstream Bottlers will both hold their association meetings in conjunction with the InterBev show at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas Oct. 23-25, the groups announced recently. In...

Top of the line taste: premium products and flavor additions are hits with consumers.(CATEGORY FOCUS)
May 1, 2006... Hip-hop found a wine. Cristal champagne, Courvoisier Cognac, Patron tequila and Hpnotiq liqueur all have been mentioned in popular songs or have been seen in music videos, but late last year wine reaped this benefit when rapper/producer and...

Chocolate indulgence.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Coca-Cola North America and Godiva Chocolatier released a line of premium blended indulgent beverages called Godiva Belgian Blends. The new blended drinks offer an experience "more decadent that just plain coffee," the companies say. In three...

Naked energy.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Naked Juice created all-natural 100 percent juice smoothies called Strawberry Kiwi Kick and Orange Mango Motion, that are the super-premium juice version of an energy drink. With no added sugar, no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives,...

Warrior within.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Ronin Positive Liquid Synergy packs both nutrition and a citrus taste into an energy drink in 16-ounce Original and Diet varieties. The formulation is based on the body's need for short- to long-term energy and awareness. Ronin was created...

Fizzing mix.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Hansen Beverage Co. launched Fizzit, a line of vitamin and mineral supplement mixes that provide consumers a natural way to stay energized. Made with natural flavors, vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, antioxidants and electrolytes, Fizzit...

Anniversary celebration.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Celebrating Unibroue's 15th anniversary, Unibroue 15 is produced using only 100 percent natural ingredients and obtains its sparkle by a secondary fermentation in the bottle. It possesses a pale golden color topped by a creamy white head of...

Fruit essences.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Cadbury Schweppes now offers Snapple White Teas, a collection of white teas blended with light fruit essences. Available in Nectarine, Green Apple and Raspberry flavors, Snapple White Teas are naturally decaffeinated and made with real sugar,...

New product introductions by category.(NEW PRODUCTS)(Statistical table)
May 1, 2006... NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS BY CATEGORY SKUS YTD SKUS YTD PERCENT CATEGORY 4/30/06 4/30/05 CHANGE ALCOHOL BEVERAGES 592 492 ...

Lemon-lime charge.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Wet Planet Beverages released Jolt Silver, a lemon-lime flavor with a crisp bite, to the line of Jolt energy beverages. Packaged in Jolt's 23.5-ounce resealable aluminum battery bottle, the energy drink retails between $1.99 and $2.39. ...

Fruity additions.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... The Pepsi-Lipton Tea Partnership added five new flavors to its Lipton Original and Lipton Iced Tea lines. Lipton Original Iced Tea released White Tea with Tangerine and Green Tea with Orange and Passion Fruit. Both varieties deliver...

Izze Beverage Co.(Juice)
May 1, 2006... Izze Beverage Co., Boulder, Colo., launched its eighth flavor, Sparkling Apple, available in 12-ounce glass bottles and 8.4-ounce cans...

Old Orchard Brands.(Juice)
May 1, 2006... Old Orchard Brands, Sparta, Mich., added two new flavors to its Healthy Balance line of low-sugar fruit juice cocktails: Fruit Punch and White Grape. The products contain 20 to 27 percent juice, are preservative-free and are sweetened using...

Ferolito Vultaggio & Sons.(Coffee and tea)
May 1, 2006... Ferolito Vultaggio & Sons, Lake Success, N.Y., added three new green teas to its Arizona portfolio: Arizona Red Apple Green Tea, Arizona Extra Sweet Green Tea and Arizona Lite Green Tea and Lemonade. Each of the products is being introduced...

ITO EN.(Coffee and tea)
May 1, 2006... ITO EN, New York, introduced Tea Mango, Tea Raspberry, Tea Peach and Tea Blueberry to its sweetened line of ready-to-drink Sri Lankan black teas. Each variety, available in a 16.9-ounce bottle, contains 120 calories per serving with 40...

Melitta World Harvest.(Coffee and tea)
May 1, 2006... Melitta World Harvest, Clearwater, Fla., released an organic decaffeinated coffee, Tranquility, which retails for $7.99. Additionally, Melitta offers an Extra Dark European Roast and Classic Lite, which retail for $4.49 each. All three are...

The White Coffee Corp.(Coffee and tea)
May 1, 2006... The White Coffee Corp., Long Island City, N.Y., launched a line of liquid coffee concentrates. White Coffee's bag-in-box liquid concentrate is shelf-stable and maintains flavor and aroma at ambient temperatures for up to six months...

S&D Coffee.(Coffee and tea)
May 1, 2006... S&D Coffee, Concord, N.C., released its Buffalo & Spring Coffees of Distinction line. The line features five different coffee categories each using 100 percent Arabica beans, including proprietary regional blends, Fair Trade Certified...

Star Brand Imports.(Beer)(Star Brand Imports)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Star Brand Imports, a member of the Heineken Group, White Plains, N.Y., this summer will relaunch Hacker-Pschorr, a wheat beer that is brewed in the Munich tradition, with a new package label and on-premise programming. The updated label will...

Oggi's Pizza and Brewing Co.(Beer)(Oggi's Pizza and Brewing Company)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Oggi's Pizza and Brewing Co., San Clemente, Calif., expanded its product line with the launch of its California Gold in 16-ounce plastic bottles. The bottles will be sold in San Diego-area Costco locations as well as Petco Park in San Diego...

Spaten North America Inc.(Beer)(Spaten North America Inc.)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Spaten North America Inc., Little Neck, N.Y., released Spaten Bock from Germany. Spaten Bock is a deep gold colored beer with a rich malt flavor, and has 6.5 percent alcohol by volume...

James Boag.(Beer)(James Boag's Premium lager)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Australia's James Boag's Premium Lager is available in U.S. bars, restaurants and liquor stores. At 5 percent alcohol by volume, James Boag's Premium Lager is offered in 12.68-ounce longneck green bottles, and retails between $6.99 and $7.99...

David Suro-Pinera.(Wine and spirits)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... David Suro-Pinera, Philadelphia, introduced Siembra Azul (Blue Harvest), a kosher, 100 percent blue agave, small-batch tequila. Available in three varieties--Blanco, Reposado and Anejo--all are produced in Jalisco, Mexico...

Anthony Terlato and Michel Chapoutier.(Wine and spirits)
May 1, 2006... Anthony Terlato and Michel Chapoutier released the inaugural wines from their Australian joint venture, the single-vineyard 2004 Domaine Terlato 7 Chapoutier Shiraz lieu dit Malakoff from the Australian Pyrenees and the 2004 Domaine Terlato &...

Luxco.(Wine and spirits)(Luxco)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Luxco, St. Louis, is importing from Canada Pearl Persephone Vodka, a pomegranate-flavored vodka. Bottled at 70 proof, Pearl Persephone is available nationwide in four sizes--50 ml., 750 ml., 1 liter and 1.75 liter--and priced at $20 for the...

Full feeling.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... LightFull Foods launched a 90-calorie, all-natural LightFull Satiety Smoothie. Available in four flavors--Strawberries & Cream, Peaches & Cream, Dutch Chocolate and Cafe Latte--the smoothies are filled with nutrients including...

Chinese flair.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Barton Beers Ltd., Chicago, and Monarch Import Co. will introduce Tsingtao Pure Draft, already popular in China, in the U.S. market this summer. Tsingtao Pure Draft is made using a chill-filtered brewing process to create a non-pasteurized...

Herbal energy.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Rush Beverage Co. introduced Ginseng Rush XXX, a non-caffeinated herbal energy soda that provides an alternative to caffeinated energy drinks. The soda features the same formula as the company's original Ginseng Rush soda, but has a triple...

Sparkling flavored beverage.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Manos Beverages released a 20-ounce sugar-free soft drink, All Natural Sparkling Sugar Free Beverages, sweetened with Splenda. The lightly carbonated flavored drinks come in six flavors and retail for $0.99. All Natural Sparkling Sugar...

Functional teas.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... The Republic of Tea's Be Well Red Teas are nine wellness herbal teas handcrafted with a base of organic South African Rooibos. Each tea is a unique blend tailored to specific needs including: Get Gorgeous for clear skin, Get it Going for...

Orange aperitif.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Skyy Spirits LLC has imported Aperol, a light spirit from Italy. Aperol is a zesty orange-flavored spirit made with an infusion of more than 30 aromatic herbs and spices including bitter and sweet orange. Available in a 750-ml. bottle, Aperol...

Oversized energy.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Choice First Distribution launched Fat Boy, a 24-ounce version of the company's flagship 16-ounce Kronik Energy formulation. The phrase, "Oversized Energy Supplement," appears just below the can's lip to reinforce the drink's upsized...

Energy for women.(NEW PRODUCTS)
May 1, 2006... Brad Beverages introduced Her in a Pink Lemonade flavor. Formulated for women, the 8.4-ounce drink comes in regular and no-carb/no-sugar versions. Both are fortified with calcium, ginseng and antioxidants for active women, and retail for $2....

Crafting generations of beer.(Company overview)
May 1, 2006... It's probably safe to say that when the Leinenkugel brothers get together for a beer, it's a little different than most sibling gatherings. For starters, their family name looks back at them from every bottle, and carries with it almost 140...

Grown in the Midwest.(PLANT FOCUS)
May 1, 2006... Chippewa Falls, Wis., has been home to Leinenkugel beers since 1867. The brewery's location was an important part of the brand in those days, and still is today. Close to the Northwoods of Wisconsin, Chippewa Falls was once one of the...

Ethos water: drinking for a cause.(UP CLOSE WITH ...)(Ethos Water Co.)
May 1, 2006... One of the distinct aspects of Ethos Water Co. is that the cause behind the company actually mirrors the product being sold. Co-founders Jonathan Greenblatt and Peter Thum formed Ethos Water Co., Santa Monica, Calif., in 2003 with the vision...

Packaged to be different: package material and shape matters for every beverage category.(PACKAGING)
May 1, 2006... Plastic beverage containers are strengthening their grip on the packaging market. While metal beverage cans are still the leader in the U.S. market, with volume at about 92.3 billion units, plastic is gaining ground and is expected to see...

Riding the energy buzz: ingredients for today's hottest beverage segment.(Beverage R&D)
May 1, 2006... Wringing every second out of the day is hard when the world whips by at an increasingly frenetic pace. That's one reason so many consumers reach for a little "liquid motivation" in the form of an energy beverage. In the past five years, no...

David Michael & Co.(R&D NEWS)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... David Michael & Co., Philadelphia, has been awarded the first Supplier's Innovation Excellence Award from Well's Dairy. The flavor company's commitment to innovation, product development, trend presentations and annual Innovation Roadshow...

Novel Ingredient Services.(R&D NEWS)(Novel Ingredient Services)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Novel Ingredient Services, Los Angeles, recently relocated its East Coast facility to a larger location thanks to a growing client base and increased demand for customized materials. The new facility in West Caldwell, N.J., has expanded space...

Novel fiber ingredients.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(National Starch Food Innovation )(distributor of Nutriose soluble fiber )(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... National Starch Food Innovation has become the exclusive distributor of Roquette Freres's Nutriose soluble fiber in the United States and Mexico. Nutriose is a line of water-soluble fibers made from corn and wheat, and is ideally suited to...

Natural colors.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Chr. Hansen Inc. has introduced a new line of natural colors made specifically for colored clear beverages with superior stability)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Chr. Hansen has introduced a new line of natural colors made specifically for colored clear beverages with superior stability. The new ColorFruit range of natural colors is available in natural red, orange, yellow and violet (however, only...

Satiety ingredient.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Danisco Sweeteners offers Litesse, a versatile ingredient that can reduce calories)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Danisco Sweeteners offers Litesse, a versatile ingredient that can reduce calories. The prebiotic fiber can impart an increased feeling of fullness, or satiety, for fewer calories. Available for use in beverages, Litesse, also is high in...

Added calcium.(CREATORS BRIEFS)(Gadot Biochemical Industries Ltd. has introduced Gadocal K, calcium potassium citrate compound for use in milk replacements)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Gadot Biochemical Industries has introduced Gadocal K, a new patent-pending calcium potassium citrate compound for use in milk replacements. Applicable to calcium fortification of soy milk, fluid milk, smoothies and infant formulas, the...

Cognis.(R&D NEWS)(Aliquat 134 Reagent certified)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Cognis, Monheim, Germany, has announced that its Aliquat 134 Reagent (also known as Aliquat 336) has been certified Kosher. Aliquat 134 Reagent can be used as a phase transfer catalyst and solvent extraction agent.

Palatinit.(R&D NEWS)(GRAS notification from the FDA for Palatinose)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Palatinit, Morris Plains, N.J., has achieved GRAS notification from the FDA for Palatinose. The product is a disaccharide derived from sucrose with a smooth sweetness profile similar to sugar. It has the same calorie content as sugar, is...

InterHealth Nutraceuticals Inc.(R&D NEWS)(Darryl Mircheff promoted to vice president )(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... InterHealth Nutraceuticals Inc., Benicia, Calif., has promoted Darryl Mircheff to vice president of international sales. Mircheff will now be responsible for all business development and sales initiatives outside of the United States and...

Miniature-scale carbonators.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... Armfield Ltd. will showcase the latest version of its FT102 Carbo-Fill miniature-scale combined carbonator, filler and capper at IFT. The FT102 Carbo-Fill can help dramatically improve the speed of new product development by establishing...

'Whey protein: effects and benefits'.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), which builds demand for U.S.-produced dairy products on behalf of America's dairy farmers, will present a symposium "Whey Protein: Physiological Effects and Emerging Health Benefits" on Monday, June 26, during...

Consumer-driven prototypes.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... Cargill will exhibit its ability to help consumers translate market trends and consumer insights into tasty, innovate product concepts that address unmet consumer needs. Consumer-driven prototypes such as a cranberry pomegranate juice-based...

Hispanic preferences.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)(Virginia Dare)(Institute of Food Technologists )
May 1, 2006... Virginia Dare will share the results of its ongoing consumer research into the taste preferences of Hispanic consumers and the influence of traditional Hispanic flavors on mainstream beverage products at IFT. The company will offer refreshing...

Baby boomer applications.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... Fortitech Inc., a leader in custom nutrient premixes, will focus on nutritionally enhanced applications targeted at baby boomers. A pinacolada-flavored ice beverage, which delivers a high level of essential vitamins and minerals, is one of...

Premium coffee extracts.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... X Cafe LLC will showcase its premium shelf-stable coffee extracts, which can be used for both ready-to-dispense beverage applications and for ingredient use. The company uses an exclusive patented extraction process to capture a fresh-roasted...

'Hit your flavor targets faster'.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)(Institute of Food Technologists )
May 1, 2006... David Michael will feature its new culinary department chefs at IFT to serve up Asian inspired dishes. The company will feature tea flavors through its African red tea truffles and flavored teas. Family owned and operated, David Michael & Co....

'Resourceful by nature'.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... ADM will highlight many of its resources at IFT, including a low-sugar, protein-rich children's chocolate drink containing Ambrosia chocolate, CornSweet low-glycemic crystalline fructose and Fibersol-2. Heart-healthy CardioAid plant sterol...

Reliably sweet.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)
May 1, 2006... Nutrinova, will highlight the latest advancements in blending its high-intensity Sunett (acesulfame K) sweetener with a full range of other sweeteners at this year's IFT, as well as its Nutrinova Sorbates. Attendees can sample a selection of...

ColorMaker blends.(THINGS TO SEE AT IFT)(D.D. Williamson and Company Inc. will showcase its broad spectrum of natural colors, including its colorMaker custom blends at the IFT show)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... D.D. Williamson will showcase its broad spectrum of natural colors, including its colorMaker custom blends at the IFT show. The company now has nine manufacturing sites on five continents, and has updated its brand identity to reflect its...

Driver safety meetings.(DISTRIBUTION)
May 1, 2006... Regular driver safety meetings can be an effective way of providing safety education, raising safety awareness, implementing new policies and procedures and promoting a team spirit. The more positive and productive a learning experience these...

Cube Route Visibility Solution.(EQUIPMENT NEWS ROUNDUP)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Cube Route Visibility Solution is an on-demand, subscription-based logistics management solution that provides a simple, affordable way to monitor and manage delivery fleets. Using the Cube Route solution, dispatchers, managers and customer...

Mack Trucks.(EQUIPMENT NEWS ROUNDUP)(Mack Trucks Inc. has partnered with General Motors Corp. Allison Transmission Div.)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Mack Trucks has partnered with Allison Transmission in the Allison EDGE Program to make Allison transmissions the exclusive automatic transmission offering in Mack Vision, Pinnacle and CH models. The program provides customers with a broader...

Paccar.(EQUIPMENT NEWS ROUNDUP)(Paccar company uses hybrid power systems)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Paccar has targeted a goal of 30 percent improvement in vehicle fuel efficiency for selected medium-duty applications over the next seven years utilizing hybrid technology as a key contributor to achieving this objective. Hybrid power systems...

Alcoa Packaging, Richmond, Va., entered into a preferred partnership agreement with Graham Packaging, York, Pa.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Alcoa Packaging, Richmond, Va., entered into a preferred partnership agreement with Graham Packaging, York, Pa. Through the agreement, both firms can provide shrink sleeve labels and blown container solutions to their customers. The firms...

Ryder System Inc.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Ryder System Inc., Miami, has been awarded a distribution and transportation management contract with Nestle Chile S.A.)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Ryder System Inc., Miami, has been awarded a distribution and transportation management contract with Nestle Chile S.A. Ryder was selected to consolidate Nestle Chile S.A.'s distribution network into a more centralized operation. Under the...

Eastman Chemical Co.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Eastman Chemical Co. reorganized into two business groups, the chemicals and fibers business group and the polymers business group)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Eastman Chemical Co. reorganized into two business groups effective April 1. The chemicals and fibers business group will consist of the company's performance chemicals and intermediates; fibers; and coatings, adhesives, specialty polymers...

Caterpillar formed Cat Environmental Technologies, a new group that brings the development and manufacturing of all after-treatment technology and products in-house.(SUPPLIER NEWS)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Caterpillar formed Cat Environmental Technologies, a new group that brings the development and manufacturing of all after-treatment technology and products in-house. The result is a single source for engine technology that meets emissions...

Three-wheel lift truck.(SUPPLIER'S Marketplace)(Cat Lift Trucks introduces three-wheel lift trucks)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Cat Lift Trucks introduced the ET3000-ET4000 series of 100 percent AC powered, three-wheel lift trucks. Featuring a MicroCommand alternating current (AC) control system, an operator presence detection system and an increased range of motion...

Nitrogen dosing.(SUPPLIER'S Marketplace)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Vacuum Barrier's Nitrodose Easy Doser VS (variable speed) provides discreet dosing at line speeds up to 300 containers per minute. The system works for manufacturers that use lightweight packaging and have slower capacity line speeds, but...

Narrow aisle lift truck.(SUPPLIER'S Marketplace)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Yale Materials Handling Corp. offers a very narrow aisle lift truck for the warehouse. NTA-SB combines AC-powered engine technology, ergonomics and serviceability, making this man-up turret truck ideal for pallet handling and case picking...