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LITE Oriented Film
July 11, 2012 5:12 pm | by GaleWrap | Product Releases | CommentsThe new hand wrap reduces stretch film usage while providing superior hold for odd or unstable loads, says the company.
Robotic Lifeguard Making Waves In Malibu
July 11, 2012 4:12 pm | by ReutersTV | Videos | CommentsLifeguards in California are integrating a new robotic assistant into their arsenal of life-saving equipment.
Four Principles For The Open World
July 11, 2012 4:11 pm | by Ted | Videos | CommentsFuturist Don Tapscott says the world is transforming into one that is far more open and transparent than ever before.
Boeing Eyes Airshow Comeback
July 11, 2012 4:10 pm | by Reuters | Videos | CommentsAfter years of trailing Airbus in the market for new jet orders, Boeing says it's about to retake the lead.
Breaking Down Microsoft's Fall From Dominance
July 11, 2012 2:53 pm | by CBS News | Videos | CommentsMicrosoft has lost its leadership role in the technology world to Apple, Google, and Facebook, says Vanity Fair contributing editor Kurt Eichenwald.
Airbus Secures $2.3B Order At Farnborough
July 11, 2012 2:18 pm | by Pan Pylas, Associated Press | News | CommentsAirbus has scooped up the only firm order so far on the third day of the Farnborough Airshow, in a further sign that airlines are concerned about the global economic outlook.
China's Car Sales Rise 9 Percent In June
July 11, 2012 2:16 pm | by The Associated Press | News | CommentsJune sales were driven by price cuts and concern about restrictions imposed by some cities on registrations to control traffic congestion, said an industry analyst.
Environmental Appeal Involving RG Steel To Proceed
July 11, 2012 2:15 pm | by Randall Chase, AP Business Writer | News | CommentsA bankruptcy judge ruled that environmentalists can proceed with a federal court appeal in a dispute involving water quality monitoring at an RG Steel facility near Baltimore.
Google To Pay $22.5M Fine In Privacy Case
July 11, 2012 2:10 pm | by Michael Liedtke, AP Technology Writer | News | CommentsGoogle is poised to pay a $22.5M fine to resolve allegations that it broke a privacy promise by secretly tracking millions of Web surfers who rely on Apple's Safari browser, according to a person familiar with settlement.
U.S. Wholesale Stockpiles Grew In May, Sales Fell
July 11, 2012 2:09 pm | by Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer | News | CommentsSales at the wholesale level dropped by the largest amount in three years, a troubling sign for future growth.
Mitsubishi's Electric Car To Sell For Under $30K
July 11, 2012 2:07 pm | by Ann M. Job, For The Associated Press | News | CommentsAt just under $30,000 base retail price, the 2012 Mitsubishi i-MiEV is the most affordable all-electric car in the U.S. market.
Why Unemployment Is Worse Than It Looks
July 11, 2012 12:50 pm | by CNN Money | Videos | CommentsLabor force participation has plummeted in recent years, as discouraged workers gave up their job searches.
July 2012 - Environmental Impact
July 11, 2012 12:47 pm | Digital Editions | CommentsIn this issue, Linetec makes a positive impact on the environment, IMPO's Maintenance Professional of the Year Award winners are announced, the latest survey results on how IMPO readers evaluate their current equipment and potential purchases when it comes to evergy efficiency are announced, and more.
Analysts Skeptical Over Hawker Beechcraft Deal
July 11, 2012 10:15 am | by Roxana Hegeman, Associated Press | News | CommentsThe $1.79B offer is "a lot of money" for a struggling company with old product lines that has spent little on research and development, several analysts said.
U.S. Trade Deficit Fell To $48.7B In May
July 11, 2012 10:13 am | by Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer | News | CommentsThe U.S. trade deficit narrowed in May from April, helped by cheaper oil that lowered imports and an increase in American exports to Europe and China.
