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Medical Case Study: Bridging the Communication Gap
When hospitals like Weill Cornell halted ICU visitation to slow the spread of COVID-19, a radiologist and a gynecologist built a communication lifeline using walkie-talkie devices to keep families connected with COVID-19 patients through a program called The VoiceLove Project.
Sylvia Massy Gets Dangerous in her Studio
Sylvia Massy is well-known for her fearless, experimental approach to producing unpredictable mixes for artists like Tool, Prince, Aerosmith, and Red Hot Chili Peppers. With the Dangerous Music System Complete in her studio, Massy's sonic curiosity continues to dazzle clients.
Redefining Retail Cannabis
Susan Hwang is proving that “cannabis can be glamorous" with her new luxury retail dispensary. Appropriately named BEST Dispensary, her brand has been called "the Louis Vuitton of cannabis" because it elevates the medical cannabis shopping experience to new standards of excellence.
Altman’s additions
Altman Plants laid a foundation for growth long before its recent streak of acquisitions more than tripled its presence in Texas, multiplied its growing grounds in California and boosted its footprint from coast to coast. I caught up with several executives at the family-owned greenhouse to learn how these integrations position Altman for success.
Teaching a team of growers
Aaron Bivens initially got into horticulture because he loved plants, but stayed in it because of the people. As head grower at Altman Plants’ Colorado Division and head grower captain for Altman’s entire operation, Bivens combines his passion for gardening with his penchant for teaching.
Cultivating a legacy
A lot has changed at A.J. Rahn Greenhouses since Joe Rahn’s great grandpa started the business 130 years ago. As the crops, processes and equipment continue to evolve, Rahn joins the generations before him to uphold the family’s legacy of producing quality plants.
King of the greenhouse
A shared love of plants brought Tim and Lisa King together more than 30 years ago, and this passion continues to drive their business today. Here's how the husband-wife team run Forest Lake Greenhouses together.
Digital Printing with UL-Recognized Label Materials
Digital printing is more efficient for short-run labeling of durable goods, but obtaining UL certification for these label materials can be costly and time-consuming. Adopting a pretested portfolio of UL-recognized label materials makes it easier for converters to enter the durables market.
Removing Risk with Preapproved Label Materials
UL approval can be risky and costly process for label converters in the durables market. But by adopting UL-recognized label solutions, converters can drastically reduce the risks and resources required to gain UL approval.
Adopting UL-Recognized Label Materials
Certifying materials directly through UL can take many months and cost several thousand dollars. But by adopting Avery Dennison's Customer-Ready Portfolio of UL-recognized label constructions, companies like WS Packaging can reduce costs and increase speed-to-market.
From Farm to Fork
Local farms partner with the Lorain County Community College Culinary Arts Institute to provide fresh ingredients and hands-on learning experiences that emphasize the value of the farm-to-fork process.
Track and Trace Labeling in the Hot Metal Industry
The extreme temperatures and harsh chemicals of hot metal processing can melt traditional printed labels. Manufacturers can overcome these challenges with durable track and trace labels that withstand tough conditions.
Complying with Flame Retardant Requirements for Li-ion Batteries
This whitepaper describes new regulations for lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries used in consumer electronics, explaining how battery makers can select flame-retardant label materials.
Minimizing the Risk of Counterfeited PCBs
This whitepaper explains how printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturers can guard against counterfeiting with trace and track labeling that authenticates PCB components throughout assembly.
Best Cannabis Companies to Work For: ONE Cannabis
ONE Cannabis engages employees with 4:20 happy hours, kickball games and coffee collaborations. This strong culture landed the Denver-based operation at No. 3 on Cannabis Business Times' list of the Best Cannabis Companies to Work For.