Welcome to our book review site go-pdf.online!
You may have to Search all our reviewed books and magazines, click the sign up button below to create a free account.
The Legend of Federal-Mogul
A century ago, the automobile industry stood poised to reshape the American landscape. The Legend of Federal-Mogul recounts this compelling period in industrial history through the story of Federal-Mogul, one of the world's largest manufacturers of automobile components. Under the leadership of founders H. Gray Muzzy and Edward Lyon, the company began by supplying bearings to the first automobile companies, but quickly diversified into engine seals, lighting systems and braking components. Today, led by Chairman and CEO Dick Snell, with sales of almost $7 billion, the company has stayed true to its roots while emerging as a global systems supplier that works in close partnership with major automakers.
The History of American Standard
The history of American Standard flows from the stories of two manufacturing giants indispensible to the world's health and welfare. In 1929, the American Radiator Company and Standard Sanitary Corporation, merged to form American Standard. Today, with 44,000 employees, American Standard has become a multinational manufacturer and distributor of plumbing, air conditioning and automotive products. Through innovations and acquisitions, American Standard, headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey, continues to set industry standards that improve the way we live.
The Legend of York International
Founded in 1874, York's innovations and commitment to quality propelled it to the forefront of the ice-making, refrigeration and air conditioning industries. York's can-do attitude led to significant contributions during both world wars, and helped secure such high-stakes sensitive projects as aircraft test chambers and the Manhattan Project. Today, York air conditioners can be found in the World Trade Center, the Kremlin and the Kennedy Space Center. With hundreds of photographs from 125 years of history, The Legend of York, by best-selling author Jeffrey L. Rodengen, is rich in detail and historical perspective. Individually boxed, 218 pp.
The Legend of VF Corporation
In less than 100 years, VF Corporation has grown from a small Pennsylvania producer of silk glove to a multinational apparel giant with annual sales of more than $5 billion. Best selling author Jeffrey L. Rodengen chronicles the fascinating story of VF's rise to leadership in the volatile clothing industry, including its innovative outlet store concept and a pioneering inventory control method that changed the world of retailing forever.
The Legend of Chris-Craft
America's most popular nautical gift is back as an all-new third edition, The Legend of Chris-Craft, by noted author and historian Jeffrey L. Rodengen, with photography and design by Karine Rodengen. This luxurious 9" x 12" coffee-table volume details the history of the company, people and products that made Chris-Craft world famous. The third edition contains new information, a new chapter, additional photos and a precise new index to over 1,500 models built between 1874 and 1998. Even owners of the original will want the new third edition for their collections. Individually boxed. 272 pp., 103 color, 260 black & white images.
The Legend of HCA
The Legend of HCA chronicles the exciting sometime turbulent story of one of America's most influential corporations. HCA's founding in 1968 started a revolution in the healthcare industry, not only in Nashville, where the company began, but across the entire country. HCA was one of the first investor-owned hospital companies in the nation. As such, the company pioneered an entirely new way of running hospitals. Over the years, HCA has been a leader in balancing and improving the nation's healthcare system. Today it is one of the most well-respected companies in the nation and arguably stands head and shoulders above other investor-owned hospital companies when it come to policies, ethics, and quality healthcare.
Iron Fist
The long-awaited story of the marine industry's most celebrated personality, Carl Kiekhaefer, the industrial Caesar of the Mercury marine industry empire. "His obsession with success, and his legendary style made him the most extraordinary entrepreneur in the history of the industry."--Jack Reichert, Chairman, Brunswick Corporation.
The Legend of Discount Tire Co., Inc
In 1960 Ann Arbor, Michigan, entrepreneur Bruce Halle launched a tire business venture called Discount Tire Co. in an old storefront. Since then, Halle has become a legendary figure in the tire industry, yet he remains as humble as his beginnings.
The Legend of Polaris
"The Legend of Polaris" recounts the remarkable saga of the company that invented the snowmobile. After becoming the number one manufacturer of snowmobiles, Polaris went on to create the first automatic transmission ATV; a line of stable, reliable personal water craft; a sport-boat line; and Victory, the company's celebrated motorcycles.
Powering Business
None
