rt Laticrete Partners with Microban Stonetech Sealers, Cleaners By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500 Laticrete has partnered with Microban International to upgrade select Stonetech sealers and cleaners. Full Article
rt CCA Global Partners Donates $50K to FCEF By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 During the closing event of CCA Global Partners summer convention at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, the company announced a $50,000 donation to Floor Covering Education Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to attracting a new generation of flooring craftsman and installers. Full Article
rt J.M. Smucker Co. to Divest Voortman Brand By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:52:00 -0400 The company is selling Voortman to Second Nature Brands nearly a year after acquiring the cookie brand. Full Article
rt GoVerden Opens New U.S. Headquarters in Texas By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:03:00 -0400 The new headquarters has allowed GoVerden to double the size of its staff to support the company’s double-digit growth over the past three years. Full Article
rt Key Technology Introduces Optical Sorter for Nuts By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 The system identifies and removes undesirable product defects and foreign material such as shells, shell fragments, rocks and wood sticks. Full Article
rt Report: Food and Beverage Companies Streamline Portfolios, Turn to Snacking through M&A By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 09:46:00 -0500 The pace of M&A activity in the food and beverage sector has trended much slower in 2024 compared to recent years, but several indicators suggest a pickup in activity. Full Article
rt J. J. Keller Introduces Food Safety Compliance Services for Manufacturers and Importers By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:52:52 -0400 The requirements include those set by organizations such as the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and even state and local agencies. Full Article
rt Eriez Expands Salient Pole Rare Earth Drum Line to Food Processing Applications By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:33:00 -0400 Building on the product’s success in the mineral processing and recycling industries, Salient Pole Rare Earth drums are now optimized to meet the stringent requirements of food processing, ensuring the purity and safety of food products. Full Article
rt Key Technology Debuts COMPASS Optical Sorter for IQF Products By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 08:36:58 -0400 COMPASS is designed to identify and remove foreign material and product defects to protect food safety and final product quality. Full Article
rt How Inspection Technologies Can Support Manufacturing of ‘Human-Grade’ Pet Food By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 With more canine and feline mouths to feed than ever before, robust pet food safety and detail-oriented inspection has never been more paramount. Full Article
rt BrucePac Recalls 11.8 million Pounds of RTE Meat and Poultry Over Listeria Contamination By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 11:22:00 -0400 These meat and poultry products were shipped to other establishments and distributors nationwide, then distributed to restaurants, schools and institutions. Full Article
rt DUB-US-MAD TP Run [Live] - Airports, Flights, Lounges and more By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:50:58 GMT *Introduction* After enjoying reading many of the trip reports here, I thought I could try to write one myself. This is a "classic" BAEC TP Run on the Dubline - US - Spain routing, which will bring me back to Gold again. Do I need BA Gold/OWE? -... Full Article Trip Reports
rt Seven Weeks in South America and Antartica By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Nov 2024 23:12:07 GMT This trip started when I found a good deal on a fly cruise to Antartica. A cabin on a reasonably nice ship with a balcony with no single supplement. And from there, like Topsy, ti grew and grew. An Argentina trip had been canceled because of the... Full Article Trip Reports
rt Nestlé Health Science Announces Startup Challenge Winners By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Feb 2024 12:17:00 -0500 The winners will receive mentorship, strategy guidance and technical support along with a one-year membership on the Friedman School's Food & Nutrition Innovation Council. Full Article
rt Make Maintenance Part of Your Digital Transformation Strategy By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Even though new processing and packaging equipment today has maintenance tools built in, proper planning and integration into an enterprise maintenance management system makes repair activities easier to track and helps prevent a stockroom full of expensive parts that are never needed. Full Article
rt Revolutionizing Machining Operations with Artificial Intelligence By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 As companies seek to enhance precision, increase efficiency and reduce costs, AI-driven computer numerical control (CNC) machining is emerging as a game-changing innovation. Full Article
rt Leveraging AI for Smarter Food and Beverage Manufacturing By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Phrases such as “artificial intelligence” and “machine learning” are dominating headlines – and boardroom discussions – but what do they really mean? And more importantly, what can they do for food and beverage manufacturers? Full Article
rt Westrock Coffee Opens Roast to RTD Manufacturing Facility in Arkansas By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:11:00 -0400 Located in Conway, Arkansas, the 570,000-sq.-ft. facility represents a $315 million investment in manufacturing capability and includes a comprehensive beverage development laboratory. Full Article
rt Chomps, Western Smokehouse Partner to Open Manufacturing Facility in Missouri By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 11:26:00 -0400 The new facility will be one of the largest manufacturing sites for the Chomps brand and is expected to create approximately 250 full-time jobs, with potential for future expansion. Full Article
rt MÜNZING Completes U.S. Production Headquarters By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:22:15 -0400 MÜNZING’s new facility in Clover, S.C. is situated on a swath of land that was formerly a tree farm, offsetting the company’s carbon footprint. Full Article
rt Mart Frozen Foods Opens Frozen Potato Facility in Idaho By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:50:00 -0400 Located in Southern Idaho's "Magic Valley," the 100,000-sq.-ft. plant produces and packages frozen, fully baked Idaho potatoes known as OH!Tatoes. Full Article
rt Armina Natural Stone Importer and Fabricator Opens Two New Miami Locations By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Armina, a natural stone importer and fabrictor headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is expanding into the South Florida market by opening two new locations. Full Article
rt Brazilian Stone Tour Aimed at Specifiers and Distributors Offers Education Opportunity By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 The Brazilian Stone Tour aims to connect U.S. specifiers to the natural riches of Brazil through a series of informative lectures, taking place in Texas and California. Full Article
rt Cambria Launches Four New Amercian-made Quartz Designs, Offers 1cm Thick Tile By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Cambria unveils four new designs that demonstrate Cambria’s ability to respond to market demands for beautifully designed surfaces while pushing the boundaries of what is possible with quartz and now offers a newly curated design palette in 1cm thickness that is available in 19 designs. Full Article
rt Portobello America Debuts at Cersaie 2024, Launching 'Bossa on the Road' Global Tile Collection By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Portobello America makes its mark at Cersaie 2024 in Bologna, Italy. The U.S. arm of Portobello Grupo unveils "Bossa on the Road," its first global tile collection, blending American practicality with Brazilian flair. Full Article
rt Designs on Demand Tile From Artaic Introduces Three New Patterns and Colorways By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Three patterns in three new colorways have been introduced to Artaic's Design on Demand collection. Full Article
rt Portobello America Celebrates One-Year Anniversary By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Portobello America, the U.S. arm of Portobello Grupo, celebrates a year of achievements since launching its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Baxter, Tennessee. Full Article
rt Transom Capital-backed Artivo Surfaces Acquires Tom Duffy Company, Deal Expands Artivo’s Brand Portfolio and National Reach By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 16:45:00 -0400 Artivo Surfaces, the Transom Capital-backed parent company of Virginia Tile, Galleher, and Trinity Hardwood, is acquiring Tom Duffy Company, a strategic move that significantly strengthens Artivo’s position as a market leader in the tile and flooring industry. Full Article
rt Daltile Partners with Gary Sinise Foundation to Support Wounded Veterans By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 This Veterans Day, Daltile continues its ongoing partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation, supporting the construction of specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans through the foundation's R.I.S.E. Program. Full Article
rt Women in Tile, NTCA, CTEF to Partner with Carpet & Tile Warehouse to Host First-Ever All-Female CTI Test By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:30:00 -0500 Carpet & Tile Warehouse, in collaboration with Women in Tile, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), and the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), is hosting an all-female Certified Tile Installer (CTI) test on March 5-8, 2025. Full Article
rt Do FA care if you swipe a leftover toiletry kit when departing a plane? By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:06:53 GMT Seems like business/first class passengers take what they want and leave the bag behind on their seat. Only way I would say "no" is that maybe a passenger really forgot it. Full Article TravelBuzz
rt Martina Müller Named Managing Director of FrieslandCampina for Iberia, Italy and France By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 14:58:03 -0400 Müller faces the challenge of continuing to expand the business strategy in three strategic territories for the dairy company. Full Article
rt FDA Partners with Purdue University and Indiana Agricultural Stakeholders on Salmonella Study By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:13:09 -0400 This study is intended to help the FDA and the local growing community better understand the source of pathogens, their persistence, and how they transfer through the growing environment to help inform food safety practices. Full Article
rt Traina Foods Acquires Martin Farms By www.foodengineeringmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:42:46 -0400 Known for its range of sun-dried fruits including tomatoes, apricots, cherries and berries, Traina Foods is poised to expand its sun-dried tomato offerings. Full Article
rt Leggett & Platt Flooring Partners with Make-A-Wish By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Leggett & Platt will donate $0.01 to Make-A-Wish for every square foot ($0.09 sq. yd.) of Make-A-Wish branded carpet and cushion underlayment products now through December 31, 2025, with a minimum donation of $100,000. Full Article
rt CARE 2023 Annual Report Now Available By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:30:00 -0400 On September 1, CARE submitted the California Carpet Stewardship Program’s 2023 Annual Report to CalRecycle, highlighting a historically high recycling rate among other achievements. CalRecycle is accepting public comments on the Annual Report now through Friday, October 4, 2024. Full Article
rt Lowe's Names Schluter Systems, Shaw Among its 2024 Vendor Partners of the Year By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Lowe's Companies, Inc. announced its Vendor Partners of the Year, which recognizes a vendor's commitment to delivering quality products, innovation, value and service to Lowe's customers. Full Article
rt DKNY Partners with Nourison Home for New Area Rug Collections By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Constructed of premium materials, the collections will combine modern design and timeless appeal with innovative weaves, rich textures, and refined patterns, according to Steven Peykar, co-CEO and co-founder of Nourison Home. Full Article
rt Shaw Floors Partners with American Kennel Club, Expands Pet Perfect Collection Audience By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Shaw Floors announces its new partnership with the American Kennel Club (AKC), broadening Shaw Floors’ exposure to pet owners nationwide. Full Article
rt AFT Launches New Commercial Carpet Installation Certification Program By www.floortrendsmag.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 At the Starnet 2024 fall meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, flooring industry veteran Robert Varden introduced Advanced Flooring Technology's (AFT) new commercial carpet installation certification program, designed for non-union contractors. The three-day program combines training and evaluation and focuses on pattern correction, adhesive application, and technical skills. Full Article
rt Confused re presentation of passport no. on booking site By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:37:27 GMT Hi, I don't know which forum to use for this but perhaps I can be sent in the right direction. I am trying to complete my booking of the second of two flights for a relative on Ryanair (Dublin to Manchester UK and back). Each flight was booked... Full Article CommunityBuzz
rt Happy Birthday, ElevatorEnthusiast, from yours truly, ElevatorEnthusiast! By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:22:43 GMT May your year be marked with a reduction in these darn gray hairs and an abundance of pizza and macarons! Full Article CommunityBuzz
rt Belmond Sells Phou Vao -- Experiences with KS Resorts? By www.flyertalk.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:00:58 GMT I have an upcoming booking at La Residence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang -- which was a Belmond when I booked. I have just received this message from them: ---Quote--- As a most-valued guest, I want to update you on the latest information from La... Full Article Luxury Hotels and Travel
rt Study of physico-mechanical properties of concretes based on palm kernel shells originating from the locality of Haut Nkam in Cameroon By academicjournals.org Published On :: Sun, 31 May 2020 00:00:00 +0100 This study is based on the use of palm kernel shells as aggregate in the manufacture of concrete. Several (0, 25, 50, 75 and 100%) substitutions were used in the volume fraction of the aggregates. In order to evaluate the effect of this substitution, the mechanical properties at 7 and 28 days for compression was determine, 28 days for bending and then the physical properties of fresh and har... Full Article
rt The effect of curing condition and use of additives on compressive strength of lime/pozzolana mortar By academicjournals.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0100 Previous studies have shown that the obsidian pozzolana of the Sabaloka area processes a high pozzolana index. Therefore, it was chosen to study the effect of its curing condition and use of additives on the compressive strength of lime pozzolana mortar. The investigation revealed that the strength of pozzolana mortar is affected positively or increases with the curing condition (humidity, t... Full Article
rt Perception of professionals on factors influencing skilled labor shortages in the Nigerian construction industry By academicjournals.org Published On :: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0100 The construction industry in Nigeria plays a pivotal role in economic growth, yet it faces a critical challenge: a shortage of skilled labor. This study aims to identify the key factors influencing skilled labor availability in Nigerias construction sector and propose actionable solutions. Through an extensive literature review and distribution of questionnaires to construction professionals... Full Article
rt The role of schools and teachers in nurturing and responding to climate crisis activism. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Children's Geographies; 06/01/2021(AN 151284199); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article TEACHERS TEACHER role ACTIVISM EDUCATION policy EDUCATION advocacy GEOGRAPHY
rt Unpacking the ethics of access and safety of participants and researchers of child sexual abuse in Ghana. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Children's Geographies; 08/01/2021(AN 152310086); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article GHANA AFRICA CHILD sexual abuse
rt Child-dog faeces assemblages and children's engagements in activist art. By ezproxy.scu.edu.au Published On :: Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Children's Geographies; 12/01/2021(AN 153655055); ISSN: 14733285Academic Search Premier Full Article ENGLAND ADOPTED children FOULING ACTIVISTS SOCIAL change DOGS SCHOOL children