What started as an invention to control humidity in a New York printing plant in 1902 has forever changed the way people around the world live, work and play. July 17th marks the 110th anniversary of the invention of modern air conditioning by Dr. Willis H. Carrier, inventor and founder of Carrier, the world’s leader in high technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions and a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX)
On July 17, 1902, Carrier, a young research engineer just a year out of Cornell University, finalized the design to stabilize the humidity in the air so the dimensions of the paper at the Sackett & Wilhelms Lithography and Printing Company in Brooklyn, N.Y., would remain constant throughout the printing process. Since then this innovation has been applied to everything from malls to manufacturing facilities, buses to businesses and houses to hospitals – all looking to establish a comfortable environment.
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Philips Respironics, a unit of Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) and a pioneer in science-based sleep solutions, is simplifying the design, fitting and care of full-face masks for sleep apnea patients. With its unique modular design, the new Amara full-face mask further demonstrates Philips’ commitment to developing solutions aimed at improving care and outcomes.
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GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC), the nation’s largest specialty retailer of health, wellness and sports nutrition products, today announced the nationwide availability of MARKED™, a new comprehensive line of performance nutrition products developed by leading GNC scientists and wellness experts in partnership with Mark Wahlberg. The MARKED line – consisting of seven sports and active nutrition products – provides the ultimate performance nutrition for anyone who wants to achieve their health and fitness goals.
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After pioneering pizza delivery with innovations such as the Heatwave Bag, corrugated pizza box, magnetic car topper and Domino’s Tracker™ – Domino’s Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) is looking to revolutionize delivery once again.
Beginning today, the recognized world leader in pizza delivery launches a national campaign as unique as anything in its proud 52-year history, asking consumers to contribute to a whole new pizza delivery experience by helping design the Ultimate Delivery Vehicle.
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Black & Decker® (NYSE: SWK) brings innovation to the screw driving category once again with the introduction of the GYRO™ 4V MAX* Lithium-ion Rechargeable Screwdriver (BDCS40G), the world’s first motion-activated screwdriver that controls variable speed and direction. The variable speed feature and direction change that occurs with a twist of the wrist provide improved control while screwdriving compared to rechargeable screwdrivers on the market.
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Black & Decker®, a division of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE: SWK), launches the new MATRIX™ Quick Connect System™ tool — an innovative modular tool system built around three different base power units and changeable attachments to drill, cut, sand, and more. The patented MATRIX modular tool system offers performance and value in a simple and practical way for power tool users to grow their toolbox at their own pace. With this system, users can access some of the industry’s most popular types of tools which were traditionally limited to professionals while offering savings up to 42% versus purchasing bare tools separately.¹
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¹ – based on MSRP.
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:LF), the leader in educational entertainment, today announced Tag™ Human Body Discovery Pack, a unique two-sided interactive chart and game board that helps kids learn about the human body through discovery, exploration and play. Today elementary schools do not place enough emphasis on topics of science, healthy habits and nutrition, making it increasingly important to give kids the tools to make smart choices. LeapFrog’s highly experienced team of learning experts partnered with external medical professionals to create and refine the Tag Human Body Discovery Pack. This award-winning tool provides compelling learning experiences as kids learn human body facts, body systems, health and nutrition in a fun and engaging way.
The Tag Human Body Discovery Pack works with the #1 selling Tag™ Reading System and includes a jumbo two-sided chart and game board, interactive growth chart, three interactive sticker sheets with glow-in-the dark bone stickers, and more than 300 interactive responses and 40 learning activities.
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Sands China’s Cotai Strip® development was beautifully aflame in celebration Thursday evening, as the integrated resort city introduced to Macao the latest additions at Sands® Cotai Central, led by the launch of Sheraton Macao Hotel, Cotai Central, which has the double distinction of being the largest hotel for both Macao and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT).
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The 2012 Atlantic hurricane season is in effect through Nov. 30, making it important for families to have an emergency preparedness plan and kit. Two-way radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:MSI) are a must-have communication tool for use in severe weather situations and emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires, winter storms, emergency evacuations and Amber alerts by combining NOAA weather channels and alerts with powerful two-way communications and durable, weatherproof housing. The latest MT350R series of consumer Talkabout® two-way radios feature convenient emergency preparedness features and a weatherproof design.
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Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the signature brand of Marriott International (NYSE:MAR), renowned for its expertise in hosting meetings, is “re-imagining” the traditional small meeting to become a collaborative work experience that will promote creativity and innovation. Inspired by the work styles of Gen X and Gen Y, Marriott Hotels & Resorts has exclusively partnered with Steelcase, the leader in workspace design, and launched today Workspring at Marriott. Redmond Marriott Town Center, near Seattle, is the first hotel to offer the small meetings suite.
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Coca-Cola Enterprises (NYSE/NYSE Euronext Paris: CCE), which produces, markets and distributes Coca-Cola products in Western Europe, is today announcing two new initiatives aimed at improving recycling behavior and infrastructure, as part of its journey to becoming a low-carbon, zero-waste business. CCE’s sustainability plan commits it to setting the standard for sustainable packaging, achieving zero waste in its own operations and recycling more packaging than it uses.
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In recognition of Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day on October 13, AstraZeneca (NYSE: AZN) is raising awareness about the thousands of U.S. women living with metastatic breast cancer. Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day seeks to generate attention and greater support for women living with metastatic breast cancer among the public and stakeholders within the breast cancer community and more research to extend lives.
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