Appliance Design - May 2008 - (Page 12)

NEwS watch ENGINEERED PLASTIC FILMS to cover every state but Alaska. Bids for “D” block airwaves, those set aside for public safety, fell short of the FCC’s minimum required bid of $1.3 billion. The FCC separated those airwaves from the rest of the auction and will reconsider ways to license them. Fastenal stores throughout the U.S. can recycle rechargeable batteries and cell phones by dropping them off in designated Call2Recycle collection boxes. The rechargeable batteries collected will then be sent back to RBRC’s recycling facility for proper disposal at no cost to the consumer, or to Fastenal. RIDING Durability & Value Marnot and ProTek hardcoated plastic fillms from Tekra are outstanding choices for appliance faces, nameplates and membrane touch switches. Available on polycarbonate or polyester substrates in a choice of clear or matte finishes, Tekra hardcoats offer superior resistance to abrasion, scratches and chemicals – at very affordable prices. ON PROPaNE. Researchers at the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) say switching to propane to fuel lawnmowers can help reduce emissions caused by gasoline-powered lawnmowers. To determine the effectiveness of propane-fueled mowing equipment, PERC and the University of Tennessee plan to conduct a two-year comparative study of the benefits of propane-fueled riding mowers. The study will monitor the lawnmowers’ emissions, as well as performance, efficiency and operation costs. Evaluation parameters include mower performance at several cutting heights and speeds. Each mower will operate between five and eight hours per day for at least five days per week during the study. DELPhI REaLIGNS ShaRE. As part Contact us now to discuss your application! 800-448-3572 www.tekra.com of its restructuring efforts to reduce its compressor business cost structure and strengthen its global footprint, Delphi Corp. has realigned its share holdings in two compressor joint ventures with Japan-based Calsonic Kansei Corp. Delphi purchased the remaining 10 percent venture shares of Delphi Calsonic Hungary Ltd. from Calsonic Kansei Europe PLC. And, it its remaining 49 percent shares in its Japan-based venture, Calsonic Harrison Co. Ltd. to Calsonic Kansei. The dissolution of the two joint ventures will help the company to become more focused and cost competitive on a global basis. The Hungary-based venture manufactures compact variable compressors (CVC). BattERY REcYcLING DEaL. The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. has partnered with Fastenal, operators of stores selling industrial and construction supplies. Customers at more than 1,900 Itw a StaR. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy named ITW Food Equipment Group–North America (ITW FEG) as the 2008 Energy Start Partner of the Year – Product Manufacturer. ITW FEG is the only commercial foodservice equipment manufacturer to receive the 2008 Energy Star Partner of the Year award. ITW companies including Hobart, Stero, Vulcan, Traulsen, and Wittco contributed its efforts in designing and manufacturing products that earn the Energy Star label. Currently, commercial foodservice products in six categories can earn the Energy Star: fryers, hot-food holding cabinets, commercial solid-door refrigerators and freezers, commercial steam cookers, commercial dishwashers and commercial icemakers. Qualified products can save up to as much as 50 percent over their conventional counterparts. haIER IN INDIa. Haier Appliances India, © 2008 Tekra Corporation For more Information Enter 103 12 applianceDESIGN May 2008 the wholly owned subsidiary of Chinabased Haier Group Corp., is planning to acquire brands and companies in India as part of its growth strategy. In 2007, Haier entered into a joint venture with Sanyo of Japan to sell refrigerators under the Sanyo brand in Asia. Haier India has been able to garner 2 percent of the Indian durable market since its debut in 2004. To establish its hold, the company is trying to replicate its international business strategy of acquiring brands and facilities to drive growth. Haier’s new approach includes consolidating its dealership and distribution network, upgrading products and entering new segments. The company recently launched a new range of air conditioner comprising 16 split AC models and nine window AC models along with nine new refrigerator models in frost-free and direct-cool categories. www.applianceDESIGN.com http://www.tekra.com http://www.appliancedesign.com

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