Story originally published 18/10/2003 UNION leaders at the Hoover factory at Cambuslang will launch a campaign today in an attempt to save hundreds of jobs.
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Maytag Harry & Hoover
The BBC took Harry Cichy back to Dependabilty Square, Newton Iowa to film a documentry on his battle with Maytag over the infamous Hoover flight promotion, the documentry to be screened in March 2004 part of the Trouble at the top series.
Fears for future of electrical jobs
The jobs of up to 500 shop workers are hanging in the balance after Northern Electric Retail went into administration.
Five Hundred Jobs in Doubt as Administrators Called In
Uncertainty was hanging over 500 jobs today after retailer Northern Electric went into administration.
Electrolux could save $81 million if it moves
(Greenville, October 30, 2003, 5:00 a.m.) Electrolux says it will save $81 million if it pulls out of Greenville to begin production in Mexico.
ENG faculty developing sensors that stay in touch
When an unbalanced washing machine starts dancing across the floor, a sensor inside detects the wild gyrations and halts the spin cycle. In the future, says Christos Cassandras, washing machines and other household appliances will go a step further: they’ll call a repairman before a part breaks.
Maytag dryer isn’t just blowing hot air
YOU SAY GOODBYE, WE SAY HELLO: Sadly, Maytag recently lost its second, long-suffering Maytag Repair Man, actor Gordon Jump, who did yeoman’s work (just by sitting on his duff) to promote the brand’s image as super-reliable. Maytag’s first repair man-in-waiting, also deceased, was funny man Jesse …
When Jobs Move Overseas (to South Carolina)
WHILE many American manufacturers look to China as a place to make their products with cheap labor, an odd turnabout is taking place in this small town northeast of Columbia.
EU: Unilever fridge case has drink implications
Retailers cannot be forced to stock a drink or food brand in freezers or fridges, even when they are lent for free by a manufacturer, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled.
Electrolux in financial trouble
NEW DELHI : Electrolux Kelvinator is in financial trouble. As of now, accumulated losses have exceeded the net worth of the company.