The globalisation of supply chains has created a need to send electronics, computer components, precision equipment and the like around the world quickly.

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Originally designed for an automotive parts manufacturer, Plex Online is being adopted by aerospace and defense, food and beverage, high tech and electronics, industrial machinery, and precision metal manufacturers.

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"Our X Headphones are for the true listeners, the music fanatics who share Sony's uncompromising passion for music and precision in sound, " said Andrew Sivori, vice president of the Personal Audio Division at Sony Electronics.

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This week at the New York International Motorcycle Show Ducati also unveiled the 848 Evo Corse Special Edition for the first time ever in the U.S. The bike has Ducati-developed electronics like traction control and quick-shifter features, with the trademark Trellis frame, precision shock absorbers and high-end disc brakes.

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