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Industry News
Hewlett Packard Creates Israel Ink Factory
Palo Alto-based Hewlett Packard is planning to create a $25-million digital ink factory in the southern city of Kiryat Gat in Israel. Indigo NV, an Israel-based digital printing systems manufacturer, was recently acquired by Hewlett Packard.
Children's Hospital To Build Pittsburgh Research Facility
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is planning to construct a new $500-million hospital and pediatric research facility on the site of the now-closed St. Francis Medical Center campus in Lawrenceville, Penn. Designed by L.D. Astorino Cos., the project is slated for completion in 2007. An inpatient tower, pediatric research facility, ambulatory care center, and parking garage are included in the project.
Medtronic Sofamor Danek Expands in Memphis
Medtronic Sofamor Danek, a developer and manufacturer of implantable cranium and spine treatment devices, will expand its Memphis, Tenn. facilities with the addition of 100,000-sf of office and R&D space. Medtronic Sofamor Danek, a subsidiary of Minneapolis-based Medtronic, currently occupies 280,000 sf in three locations in Memphis. The new facility is slated for occupancy by the third quarter of 2004.
Auburn University Develops Club Golf Course Facility
Auburn University in Alabama has contracted Birmingham-based architecture and interior design firm The Garrison Barrett Group to design an 8,000-sf single-level facility to be sited next to the Club Golf Course practice range. The facility will house offices, classrooms, locker rooms, and team meeting rooms.
University at Buffalo Opens Ellicott Food Court
The University at Buffalo has opened the renovated Ellicott Food Court at its North Campus in Amherst. The $5-million project creates a vital hub area for Ellicott Dormitory's 3,250 residents.