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Metalfrio Posts Net Sales of R$156.7 million (37.5% up over 1Q07) and Adjusted EBITDA of R$10.3 million (up 106.0% over 1Q07) in 1Q08

Thu, 15 May 2008 20:55:00 0500

SAO PAULO, Brazil, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Metalfrio Solutions S.A. ("Metalfrio") (FRIO3), one of the world's largest manufacturers of plug-in commercial refrigeration equipment announces its first quarter 2008 (1Q08) results. Unless...

Local Entrepreneurs Win Franchisee of the Year Award and PT Cruiser from The Cleaning Authority

Thu, 15 May 2008 17:41:00 0500

COLUMBIA, Md., May 15 PRNewswire — Norman Boyd & Drew Liedeker, Austin, TX franchise owners of The Cleaning Authority (TCA) were recently named Franchisee of the Year for 2007. Awarded...

ZINO Society's $50,000 ZINO Green Fund Awarded to O Ecotextiles

Thu, 15 May 2008 17:23:00 0500

SEATTLE, May 15 PRNewswire — ZINO Society's $50,000 ZINO Green-Socially Conscious Investment Forum Fund is awarded to O Ecotextiles, Inc. O Ecotextiles produces eco-textiles for interiors including; drapery, upholstery and top of the...

O-I to Present at Goldman Sachs 2008 Basic Materials Conference

Thu, 15 May 2008 17:01:00 0500

PERRYSBURG, Ohio, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Owens-Illinois, Inc., (NYSE: OI) today announced that it will participate in the Goldman Sachs 2008 Basic Materials Conference on Thursday, May 22, 2008, in...

Saline is Safe Alternative to Harmful Cough and Cold Products

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:43:00 0500

LENEXA, Kan., May 15 PRNewswire — In a press release earlier this year, the FDA issued a Public Health Advisory for parents and caregivers, recommending that over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold products should not be used to treat infants and...

Window Falls Prompts CPSC to Issue Warning

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:27:15 0500

WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — With the arrival of the warmer spring weather, families across the nation are opening their windows to let the fresh air in. This pleasant feeling can quickly turn tragic in households with small children...

Shindaiwa Corp. Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:23:37 0500

WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products...

Nordstrom Reports 2008 First Quarter Earnings Per Share Of 54 Cents

Thu, 15 May 2008 16:05:00 0500

SEATTLE, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported net earnings of $119 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended May 3, 2008. For the same...

Photos: Food Network and Kohl's Launch Bobby Flay-Branded Kitchenware and Casual Entertaining Products

Thu, 15 May 2008 14:18:00 0500

NEW YORK, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Food Network and Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS) will debut the Bobby Flay casual lifestyle collection, available only at Kohl's stores and Kohls.com May 15. This launch is an extension of...

American Red Cross Vindicated in J&J Lawsuit

Thu, 15 May 2008 14:09:14 0500

WASHINGTON, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — A federal judge last night ruled against Johnson & Johnson (J&J) in its suit to stop the American Red Cross from using the Red Cross emblem on first aid and other health and safety products sold to...

Design Within Reach to Open DWR: Tools for Living Stores

Thu, 15 May 2008 14:00:00 0500

SAN FRANCISCO, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Design Within Reach (Nasdaq: DWRI) announces that it will open two retail locations dedicated to its Tools for Living category of products in September, 2008. New York City's SoHo...

UniPixel Debuts TMOS Display Prototypes at SID's DisplayWeek 2008

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:20:00 0500

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Uni-Pixel, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: UNXL), the developer of a color display technology called Time Multiplexed Optical Shutter ("TMOS"), today announced that it will showcase its TMOS display...

TMG Inc. Announces its 'Retail Stimulus Package' -- Condenses 28 Years of Retail Success Into Tools that Grow Local Retailer Sales Up to 24%, Even in Recession

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:53:00 0500

WEAVERVILLE, N.C., May 15 PRNewswire — TMG Inc., an internationally recognized firm offering growth-based retail strategies, today announced the formal offering of its "Retail Stimulus Package" created to counteract sluggish consumer spending...

Research Demonstrates Growing Desire for Ethnic Food

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:25:00 0500

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 15 PRNewswire — In a recent consumer insight study conducted by Mintel Research, a growing consumer trend points toward a potential shift in how America is enjoying frozen foods at home. The study, commissioned by Kahiki Foods...

American Palm Oil Council Announces Malaysian Wildlife Conservation Fund to Bolster Malaysia's Sustainable Practices

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:12:13 0500

Malaysian Palm Oil Industry and Government Join Forces to Protect Environment

LOS ANGELES, May 15 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The American Palm Oil Council (APOC) today announced that the Malaysian palm oil industry...

Real Wood Floors: Wood Floors Improve Indoor Air Quality

Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 0500

ST. LOUIS, May 15 PRNewswire — Did you know that nearly one in four Americans suffers from asthma and/or allergies? According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, that represents 60 million people in the United...

PURPOSE(R) Skincare Announces the Sponsorship of the 43rd ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC(R) AWARDS and Continues Partnership with Actress Rebecca Herbst

Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 0500

SKILLMAN, N.J., May 15 PRNewswire — PURPOSE(R) announces that the brand has signed on to be an official sponsor of the 43rd ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC(R) AWARDS honoring country music's top talent as well as the industry's hottest emerging...

Energizer Urges Americans to Prepare for the Unexpected as Part of Nationwide Plan. Prepare. Protect.(R) Campaign

Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 0500

ST. LOUIS, May 15 PRNewswire-FirstCall — In the past year alone, nearly every part of the nation has been affected by a natural disaster or extremely severe weather, from unexpected tornadoes in the Southeast and earthquakes in the Midwest, to...

E-House Reports First Quarter 2008 Results

Thu, 15 May 2008 07:33:00 0500

SHANGHAI, China, May 15 Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall — E-House (China) Holdings Limited ("E-House" or "the Company") (NYSE: EJ), a leading real estate services company in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fiscal...

On the Go With Fido

Wed, 14 May 2008 19:54:00 0500

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 14 PRNewswire — If your dog or cat feels like a family member, chances are you travel together in the car. "It's really best to leave animals at home, but when they do need to travel by car, it's important that they're...

Spring Is Tune-Up Time for Lawn Mowers

Wed, 14 May 2008 19:00:00 0500

PORTAGE, Mich., May 14 PRNewswire — Regular tune-ups help reduce fuel consumption and emission levels and increase mower life and reliability. Spring is the best time to get the mower ready for the season and by following these six steps can keep...

Lennox International Declares Dividend

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:47:00 0500

DALLAS, May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The board of directors of Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share of common stock payable on June 13, 2008 to stockholders of...

Patrick Industries Annual Meeting of Shareholders Adjourned to May 22, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:30:00 0500

ELKHART, Ind., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Patrick Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: PATK) today announced that it had adjourned its Annual Meeting of Shareholders to Thursday, May 22, 2008, to be held at the Company's corporate offices...

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Declares Third Quarter Dividend

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:06:00 0500

MARYSVILLE, Ohio, May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG), the world's leading marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a cash...

Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Announces Joint Venture with Home & More, a Home Products Retailer in Mexico

Wed, 14 May 2008 16:15:00 0500

UNION, N.J., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. today announced the formation of a joint venture with Home & More, S.A. de C.V., a privately-held home products retailer operating in Mexico. As a...

Personal Care Products Council CEO & President Pamela G. Bailey Testifies on FDA Cosmetic Regulation Before U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:46:00 0500

WASHINGTON, May 14 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Today, Pamela G. Bailey, CEO and president of the Personal Care Products Council, appeared before the Subcommittee on Health of the U.S. Committee on Energy and Commerce to discuss the...

Ingersoll Rand to Discuss Its Businesses and Proposed Acquisition of Trane at Electrical Products Group Conference

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:28:00 0500

HAMILTON, Bermuda and PISCATAWAY, N.J., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Ingersoll-Rand Company Limited (NYSE: IR) and Trane Inc. (NYSE: TT) announced today that James V. Gelly, senior vice president and chief financial officer of...

La-Z-Boy Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Conference Call

Wed, 14 May 2008 14:15:00 0500

MONROE, Mich., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — La-Z-Boy Incorporated (NYSE: LZB) will report its fourth-quarter and full fiscal 2008 year operating results after the close of trading on the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, June 16...

Engagement Ring Store Helps Chicago Soldier Pop the Question ... Again

Wed, 14 May 2008 13:39:00 0500

CHICAGO, May 14 PRNewswire — Walter Ripley, a 46-year-old Senior Systems Engineer with the Naval Reserve has been trying to pop the question to his wife Lisa for the past two years — never mind the fact that she already...

Tupperware Brands Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 0500

ORLANDO, Fla., May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Tupperware Brands Corporation (NYSE: TUP) announced today that its board of directors declared the Company's regular quarterly dividend of 22 cents per share, payable on July 7...

The Changing Face of Tanning: Indoor Tanning Bed Industry Becomes High-Tech, Sophisticated by Offering More Than Just Tanning Services

Wed, 14 May 2008 11:43:00 0500

INDIANAPOLIS, May 14 PRNewswire — Once labeled a passing fad, the indoor tanning industry has not only survived throughout the years but continued to evolve into what it is today — a high-tech and sophisticated market that offers much more...

Direct Buy Announces Over One Billion Dollars in Wholesale Merchandise Sold Through Their Design Showrooms

Wed, 14 May 2008 11:17:00 0500

MERRILLVILLE, Ind., May 14 PRNewswire — DirectBuy, the wholesale membership buying club for consumers announced today that its members have purchased over one billion in merchandise during the past year.

For over 35 years...

First Paper Planner Designed for Handheld Users

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:30:00 0500

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., May 14 PRNewswire — DayTimers, Inc., and Laura Stack, The Productivity Pro(R), have designed the first paper planner for those who want the efficiency of handheld devices and the reliability of...

UK Court Validates Amway Reforms

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:23:00 0500

LONDON, May 14 PRNewswire — A British court has dismissed all government claims against Amway (UK) Ltd., ending a lengthy dispute with a solid validation of the company's reformed business model.

The ruling by Mr. Justice...

Weber Launches Education Effort Focused On Healthy Grilling

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:13:00 0500

PALATINE, Ill., May 14 PRNewswire — Recent findings from the national 2008 Weber GrillWatch Survey(TM) show that American barbecue owners are grilling more than they were a year ago because they're "trying to eat healthier." In response, Weber is...

Next Generation Home Monitoring Telehealth Platform Launched by Evaware

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:07:00 0500

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, May 14 PRNewswire — Evaware's Telehealth Platform enables clinicians to remotely monitor the vital signs of their home-based patients on an almost constant basis and automatically send alerts when any pre-determined clinical...

Procter & Gamble Announces Organizational Changes

Wed, 14 May 2008 10:00:00 0500

CINCINNATI, May 14 PRNewswire — The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE: PG) today announced the following organizational changes:

— G. Gilbert Cloyd (62), chief technology officer, will retire effective September 1, 2008, after...

INC.spire Client Mpowerplayer Wins Duke's Choice Award

Wed, 14 May 2008 09:45:26 0500

RESTON, Va., May 14 PRNewswire-USNewswire — Mpowerplayer, the leading provider of mobile gaming and application technology for the wireless industry received the Duke's Choice Award from Sun Microsystems in the Mobile...

Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA

Wed, 14 May 2008 09:44:50 0500

WASHINGTON, May 14 PRNewswire-USNewswire — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products...

Big Lots Searches for 100 Educators to Assist With Teacher Appreciation Event

Wed, 14 May 2008 09:29:00 0500

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 14 PRNewswire-FirstCall — Big Lots (NYSE: BIG) is looking for teachers to volunteer their time and expertise to assist shoppers on Big Lots Teacher Appreciation Day, August 2, 2008. Selected participants will help...