Still battling the ozone stigma

Article Abstract:

The consumer products industry cannot figure out how to package its liquid products. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), which harm the ozone layer, are thought to be in aerosols even though that use of CFCs has been banned since 1978. Aerosols now use hydrocarbons, which are full of smog-contributing volatile organic compounds (VOCs). In response, some in the industry package their products both as aerosols and as nonaerosols. But sometimes nonaerosols have more VOCs than aerosols. Regulation of VOCs and consumer concern about flammability will probably greatly reduce use of propellants high in VOCs.

Toilet preparations, Environmental aspects, Toiletries industry, Consumer goods industry, Aerosols, Ozone layer depletion, Hydrocarbons, Chlorofluorocarbons, Volatile organic compounds, Pressure packaging, Aerosol containers

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A new school of pool sharks

Article Abstract:

Billiard playing has become a popular leisure-time pursuit, and many upscale pool parlors are opening their doors. Since 1989, the number of parlors has increased 25% and now totals 4000. Of the approximately 39 million people who play billiards, a third of them are women. About 52% of those who play billiards fall into the 18-to-34 age bracket. The principal reasons for the rise in players and parlors are the perceived inexpensiveness of the game and the lavishness of the newer, upscale parlors. Three upscale parlors - Amsterdam Billiard Club, Shark Club, and Jillian's - are profiled.

Amusement and recreation, not elsewhere classified, Social aspects, Marketing, Leisure, Pool (Game), Billiards

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AmEx's platinum dance card

Article Abstract:

American Express (AmEx) has introduced a new program aimed at its platinum card holders, that upper 1% of the company's clientele who are mostly affluent corporate executives. The program, called By Invitation Only, offers cardholders a number of exclusive AmEx-sponsored sports, dining and entertainment events. By Invitation Only, which sold out in its first month, will feature, among other things, a private box at a London performance by Lisa Minelli and tickets to the press boat at the America's Cup races.

Security brokers and dealers, Short-term business credit, Foreign trade & international banks, Innovations, Services, Credit cards, Credit and debit card industry, Credit card industry, Rich, Rich people, American Express Co., AXP

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