Stop that noise
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The EC is pressuring manufacturers of household appliances to make their machines less noisy and asking companies to label each product with a noise statement showing how much noise it makes. Consumers are also showing an interest in quieter household appliances. Companies such as Hotpoint and Robert Bosch Domestic Appliances are making heavy investments in noise research and development. Lawnmower makers have already had to comply with EC noise regulations and their products must now carry an EC label giving their sound level and be certified by an approved sound laboratory.
Publication Name: Design (London, England)
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0011-9245
Year: 1992
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Scher talent
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Paula Scher has emerged as a successful graphic designer, despite the misgivings of her mother. She has received more that 300 design awards, Grammy nominations and medals from the New York Art Directors' Club. She claims her success is due to the volume of her work and the fact that she was able to learn from her failures on the job. In the 90's the industry is such that design graduates are no longer able to do this. She has worked for CBS Records, Atlantic Records, Time magazine and Pentagram, in addition to having established her own consultancy.
Publication Name: Design (London, England)
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0011-9245
Year: 1992
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Blood simple
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Huntleigh Technology has designed a range of pocket sized dopplers, which were previously only available as a large piece of hospital equipment. To design the product, the company used the Design Council's Design Initiative scheme, which allowed it 15 days free consultation with BIB. The components are compact because it does not involve protruding wires, but wires which are soldered onto pads on the printed circuit board (PCB). Both sides of the PCB may be used. The company plans to market the product in the Commonwealth of Independent States.
Publication Name: Design (London, England)
Subject: Architecture and design industries
ISSN: 0011-9245
Year: 1992
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