Ketchup stuck in the bottle ??? LiquiGlide™ is fundamentally changing the way people and industries move liquids.

We have all been frustrated with the ketchup bottle at one point or another. While many have their own solution, such as hitting the 57 on the bottle,  LiquiGlide has come up with a permanently wet surface that will get rid of this problem forever for mankind.

LiquiGlide™ is fundamentally changing the way people and industries move liquids. LiquiGlide’s permanently wet surfaces eliminate the “no-slip” boundary condition that causes viscous liquids to stick to solids.

Invented at MIT, LiquiGlide’s patented technology platform is built on a fundamental model of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. Our team of experts are constantly advancing the technology and building on our proprietary algorithm.  

LiquiGlide’s coatings are custom designed to be hyper slippery and permanently wet, using materials that are safe for each specific application. Our coatings are also self-healing, such that the liquid will naturally fill and cover any scratches that are made in the surface.

A conventional superhydrophobic surface is like a lotus leaf; it is a highly textured surface which creates a cushion of air for the product to sit on. Over time, superhydrophobic surfaces break down and are no longer slippery. They are also typically made of exotic materials that are not safe for food applications.

LiquiGlide™ is a multi-layer, liquid-impregnated surface, consisting of a customized solid texture and a liquid. The highly textured solid surface is composed of a matrix of features spaced sufficiently close to stably contain the impregnating liquid that fills in the spaces between the features. The liquid is held in place within the texture, creating a slippery, liquid surface. Over time, the surface continues to be slippery because the liquid is permanently held in place within the textures.

Whole Foods opens first 365 store in Los Angeles

MAY 25, 2016 | BY DAN BERTHIAUME

After months of anticipation, the 365 by Whole Foods Market value store format has made its debut in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles.
 
The 29,000-sq.-ft. store offers a streamlined look and feel to go along with its streamlined product selection. All price tags are digital and printed signs are limited to maximize the customer’s view of the store.

The space is accented with blues, reds and yellows, and features a textured piece of art designed to be reflective of the neighborhood, “Silver Kale,” by Sebastien Leon Agneessens. There is also a bike lockup section and accessible parking.
 
On the omnichannel side, free WiFi is available in seating areas throughout the store and home delivery is available via Instacart. 365 by Whole Foods Market has also partnered with Banquet by Delectable, a smartphone app that scans wine labels and provides instant descriptions and ratings. Self-serve “teaBot” kiosks allow shoppers to create customized tea blends.
 
Other amenities include the Allegro Coffee craft brew bar serving cold brew coffee, beers on tap and more than 65 indoor and outdoor seats; and a 38-seat communal vegan dining area called by. Chloe.

Product focus is geared toward customers seeking convenience and value for items without artificial colors, sweeteners or preservatives. Assortment includes grab-and-go prepared foods as well as grocery items such as produce, meat, seafood, bakery, bulk, supplement, baby care, chilled goods, and beverages.

The Silver Lake opening coincides with the launch of My 365 Rewards, a digital loyalty program offering personalized offers, product recommendations and deals based on individual preferences. Shoppers can sign up online and can use their digital membership card or phone number at checkout.    
     
“Whether you’re looking for a quick in-and-out shop for a few items, stocking up for the week, or having a sit down dinner at by Chloe, with a beer from Allegro’s craft brew bar, you’ll find a blend of innovation and convenience,” said Jeff Turnas, president, 365 by Whole Foods Market. “From the food offerings to the design, we’ve built a foundation on the quality standards you’ve come to expect from Whole Foods Market in a fun new format that’s easy to navigate and focused on value in every department.”
 
Whole Foods is targeting busy millennials with convenience, seamless technology and community features; as well as the wider range of shoppers looking for lower prices than offered at traditional Whole Foods stores. The retailer may have created a winning strategy by making organic groceries available more affordably and easily, but must avoid diluting its core brand identity with higher-income shoppers.

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Hines, Gemdale Properties Launch Joint Venture in Redevelopment of South Station Transportation Center

First Phase of Reimagined Transportation Hub and Mixed-Use Development to Consist of 51-Story Office/Multifamily Tower

By Esmeralda McKie

May 16, 2016

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Houston-based global real estate investment firm Hines and Gemdale Properties & Investment Corp., a subsidiary of Gemdale Corp., one of the largest real estate developers in China, have formed a partnership to redevelop the historic South Station in downtown Boston into a signature transportation hub and mixed-use complex.

One of the first center-city intermodal transit centers in the U.S., South Station - now named the Michael S. Dukakis Transportation Center - incorporates Amtrak, the MBTA Commuter Rail System, the MBTA Red Line and the Silver Line with direct service to the Seaport District and Logan International Airport.

The first phase of the redevelopment will consist of a 51-story office and residential high-rise atop the Michael S. Dukakis Transportation Center that upon completion will register as the tallest building in Boston's Financial District and the fourth tallest in Massachusetts.

The tower will consist of 26 floors of commercial office space - starting on the ninth floor - with the upper 16 floors housing residential condominiums. Phase one will also include the addition of 530 parking spaces and the extension of the South Station bus terminal.

“Boston is experiencing a remarkable economic and physical transformation,” noted Hines Founder and Chairman Gerald D. Hines. “Hines and Gemdale PI will make a significant investment in upgrading and expanding Boston’s transportation infrastructure at the regional transit hub. The project will also result in the creation of a world-class, architecturally significant, mixed-use community. We are thrilled and honored to participate in this critical public/private partnership with the MBTA to complete the redevelopment of the Dukakis Transportation Center.”

Hines and Glendale will also continue the second phase of the bus terminal construction, a project launched in the mid-1980's that involved the expansion of the historic train station building and reconstruction of all tracks and platforms, and plan to increase the bus terminal capacity by 50 percent, which has been an ongoing effort of the federal, state and local governments since the 1970's.

Additionally, other improvements for the transportation infrastructure include more convenient pedestrian connections between the bus, subway and train, weather protection for train station platforms and additional gate revenues for more income stream.

The partnership would also facilitate and reduce the amount of public investment to expand train tracks and platforms on the adjacent U.S. Postal Service property. The Boston Redevelopment Authority and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection approved the project in 2006.

Red Sox Tied for First with an Explosive Offense

There is definitely something special happening with the Red Sox this year. With Jackie Bradley on a 21 game hitting streak the Sox are tied for first place with a record of 24-14. Jackie Bradley absolutely stands out as with being the AL player of the week. Besides all of the record breaking it is shaping up to be a great last year for David Ortiz. It truly seems like the whole team is rallying behind his golden bat and making this a year that he will remember for the rest of his life. The Red Sox hope to continue their good fortune as of late with their next series being with Kansas City and then the Cleveland Indians back at home this upcoming weekend. In any case, this season is shaping up to be exciting for both players and fans and when that happens you get wins, So we can be sure to see plenty more of those. For more information visit The Team's Website.

A collection of cars from the 1920s highlights one of the greatest eras of car design - Post by William Fierman

Unless your name is Jay Leno, car collectors tend to focus on a particular theme when selecting examples.

Many zero in on a manufacturer, category, country of origin, or, in the case of one lovely collection to be auctioned in Monaco this weekend, an era.

The sale will take place at an RM Sotheby's auction on May 14 which runs concurrent to the historical Grand Prix of Monaco.

Interestingly, all lots are offered without reserve.

The "Quattroruote" collection is the child Gianni Mazzocchi, co-founder of the widely-read Italian motoring magazine of the same name, Autoevolution reported.

Along with a good variety of other vehicles, like a World War II-era Jeep, an 1879 Singer racing bicycle, and (rather oddly) a 1978 Mercedes station wagon, the collection boasts an impressive selection of vehicles from the 1920s, perhaps the most influential era of automotive development and design.

The auction highlight is undoubtedly a head-turning Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet with coachwork by Gangloff of Colmar. It was once the famous French automaker's showpiece, and is sure to capture a sale figure with many, many zeroes.

Take a look at some of the other vehicles for sale.

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