Meralco Biz customers can enjoy electricity savings when they switch to LG’s Inverter V technology air conditioners!

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Enjoy a cooler and more comfortable workplace—without racking up electricity bills—with global leader and technology innovator LG Electronics’ energy-efficient Inverter V air conditioners.

Together with Meralco Biz Partners, the group that serves the electricity needs of the power utility’s business customers who contract power from 5kW – 499kW, LG promotes energy- and cost-efficiency featuring LG’s Inverter air conditioners for use at business establishments. This promo is launched under Meralco’s Power Ideas program, designed to help businesses with innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency to fuel and improve profits. 

Switching to LG’s Inverter V technology air conditioners not only lets you save on your electric consumption down to as much as P 7.41 per hour, it also comes with FREE services such as unit installation subsidy worth Php 3,500, and cleaning worth Php 1,500.

These services are redeemable at any LG Authorized Service Center and is valid for one year, exclusive for Meralco Biz customers who purchase air conditioning units from September 1 to October 30, 2015.

“LG aspires for innovations that make life simply good, something that we also want to translate through the services we provide for our beloved customers. We are more than to happy to provide Meralco Biz customers a chance to have 69 percent savings on their electricity consumption through acquiring our deluxe Inverter V air conditioners at more affordable prices,” said Steve Kim, vice president of LG Philippines’s Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions Group.

The LG Inverter V ACs are designed to deliver quick and powerful cooling, while the Inverter technology is generally proven to reduce power consumption and costs. Meralco Power Lab shows that using an LG 2.5-horsepower air conditioner costs only P4.20/hour compared to non-inverter models at P11.61/hour. This is the average cost based on 8 hours continuous usage.

Stylish enough to double up as an office decor, the LG Inverter V air conditioners also have various filtration systems that protect users from harmful viruses, bacteria, and allergens that subsequently eliminate bad odors, while the Plasmaster technology keeps skin healthy and moisturized.

LG Inverter Split-Type AC models applicable to this promo are HS-24IPI, HS-18IPI, HS-12IPB, HS-09IPB, HS-09IPM, HS-12IPM, HS-18IPM and HS-24IPM. This promo is available in select dealer stores; for inquiries, interested parties may call (02) 902-55-44 for Metro Manila or contact 0920-900-2525 (SMS only).

To learn more about LG’s Inverter V air conditioners, visit www.lg.com/ph or, like LG’s official Facebook page “LG Philippines”, or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter or Instagram. 

And to learn more POWER IDEAS which show businesses how to earn more, save on operating expenses and create better value for customers, visit www.meralco.com.ph/biz or call (02) 16210.

Limitless !

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LIMITLESS, the highly-anticipated TV series in the US this fall, premieres on RTL CBS Entertainment HD on September 23, Wednesday at 9 PM within 12 hours of its US broadcast.

Based on the feature film with the same title, LIMITLESS is an action-drama about Brian Finch who discovers the brain-boosting power of the mysterious drug NZT.

The series stars Jake McDorman (“American Sniper” and “Greek”), Jennifer Carpenter (“Dexter”), Hill Harper (“CSI:NY” and “Covet Affairs”), and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio (“Scarface” and “The Colour of Money”).

Academy Award nominee, Bradley Cooper is executive producing the series and will guest star in the pilot reprising his role as Senator Edward Mora, the character he played in the movie.

“We’re committed to bringing very strong programming to audiences in the region and are delighted to air LIMITLESS day and date of its U.S. broadcast,” said Jonas Engwall, CEO, RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network. “This highly-anticipated show will complement the outstanding line-up of programs on our channel.”

LIMITLESS is a fast-paced drama that will explore what happens when there are no limits to man’s potential as Finch is coerced by the FBI to use his newfound extraordinary cognitive abilities to solve complex cases for them.

Working closely with Finch in the major case squad in New York City is Special Agent Rebecca Harris (Jennifer Carpenter), a formidable investigator with a dark past and Special Agent Boyle (Hill Harper), a former military officer and Rebecca’s confidant.

Unbeknownst to the FBI, Finch also has a clandestine relationship with Senator Edward Mora (Bradley Cooper), a presidential hopeful and regular user of NZT, who has plans of his own for his new protégé.

Fueled now with a steady supply of NZT that enables him to use 100% of his brain capacity, Finch is now more effective than all of the FBI agents combined, making him a criminal’s worst nightmare and the greatest asset the Bureau has ever possessed.

LIMITLESS is executive produced by Craig Sweeny, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Heather Kadin, Marc Webb, Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Ryan Kavanaugh, Tucker Tooley and Tom Forman. Produced by CBS Television Studios in association with K/O Paper Products and Relativity Television, the series is internationally distributed by CBS Studios International.

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Concert : Lifehouse Live in Manila

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Catch another remarkable and heartfelt performance and fall in love once again with Lifehouse. The series of hits of this group captured the pulse of the Filipino’s love for love songs. Though Lifehouse songs are radio friendly rock songs, their kind of music centers on love, losing someone, faith, life and survival. It is not surprising that this American rock band was able to maintain a solid fan base in this country.

With their first hit single “Hanging by A Moment”, the band was catapulted into commercial recognition. Followed by “You and Me” from their self-titled album “Lifehouse.” and strings of hits followed through these years.

Songs in their earlier albums also talks about faith and believing, which also added to their allure as Christian music. Their lyrics it “Take Me Away”, “Everything” and “Breathing” may be interpreted as an ode to God but their words were not imposing, it’s sweet, sentimental and moving. Their strength lies in their ability to effectively speak of feelings, without sounding force. This songwriting style gave them the edge over other alternative rock bands.

Since then, Lifehouse has released 7 albums. The latest “Out of the Wasteland” (released May 2015) was what Jason Wade referred to as “returning to our roots.” Even music critic Stephen Thomas Erlewine described it as an “immaculately constructed record, easing between insistent midtempo anthems and power ballads...” and Christian Media Cross Rhythm’s Philip Laing describing it as “overall an impressive return to form by the mainstream stalwarts.” Stalwarts, what an apt description for a band that can deliver so much emotion and meaning in their music.

Whatever It Takes, Lifehouse is one of the most played artists in the history of Hot AC with over 1.4 billion Pandora Plays to date.

Lifehouse is composed of Jason Wade in rhythmn guitar and vocals, Ben Carey in lead guitar, Rich Woolstenhulme Jr on drums and Bryce Soderberg on bass guitar.

Generating rave reviews on Ticketmaster for all their live concerts, one can’t help but be excited once again, see the band in action. Lifehouse brought the house down before and now they are coming back to a bigger stage at Mall of Asia Arena on the 8th of October, 2015 as brought to you by CCA Live Productions and Midas.

Set aside those YouTube videos and grab your coats and concert tickets! No heavy rains and extreme heat can stop this now, Lifehouse is coming!

Celebrating the art and science of making coffee; Starbucks awards Coffee Ambassador 2015

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This year, Starbucks Philippines once again honors its outstanding Coffee Masters through the Coffee Ambassador’s Cup 2015 on September 13 at the Colegio San Agustin Auditorium, Dasmariñas Village, Makati City.

On its 9th year, the competition will now include a latte art and beverage preparation competition, in addition to the previous years’ challenges such as coffee quizzes and tastings. The best coffee master will be honored with the title, Starbucks Coffee Ambassador. With a mix of artistry, knowledge and beverage creation, the competition is now anyone’s game. 

“Since 1999, Starbucks Philippines has been conducting these competitions as a way to recognize our outstanding partners (employees) who show excellent knowledge and passion for coffee. This competition provides a chance for us to nurture and inspire our partners to develop their skills in the coffee industry,” Joel Cruzado, learning and development manager said. 

As a part of the Starbucks Coffee International’s Coffee Master program, this competition aims to highlight partners’ knowledge and love for coffee. It originated when Starbucks Philippines held a friendly competition called Battle of the Beans among its partners in 1999.

As a part of the Starbucks Coffee International’s Coffee Master program, this competition aims to highlight partners’ knowledge and love for coffee.

Eduardo “Jun” Lopez, Chairman of the Board – Rustan Coffee Corporation.

The judges are Laura Elphick, Senior Regional Operations Services Manager of Starbucks China and Asia Pacific; Chris Bates, Regional Director of Operations, Starbucks China and Asia Pacific; Mark Ring, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Starbucks China and Asia Pacific; Noey Lopez, President – Rustan Coffee Corporation and Eduardo “Jun” Lopez, Chairman of the Board – Rustan Coffee Corporation.

A sip of coffee can make or break one’s day. Nowadays, coffee is not only a mere source of our caffeine needs; it is a ritual, an experience most of us yearn for every day. It is a beverage that does not only quench our thirst but also inspires, invigorates and relaxes our mind and body. 

But for coffee to be all those, it must be handcrafted to perfection, a skill that only a few possess and develop. True Global Coffee Masters understand that knowledge and passion can go a long way in making coffee. As they learn more about coffee making, they realize that coffee is sacred, therefore they must do everything to make it perfect. 

Brewing coffee is both an art and science, involving hard work – from growing and buying the highest quality beans to roasting them to the peak of its flavor and finally serving it to the customers in style. Through rigorous trainings, Starbucks Coffee Masters learn to marry the science and art of making different kinds of coffee. 

They undergo intensive trainings to ensure that they serve you a superb cup of expertly roasted and richly brewed coffee every time. Aside from handcrafting each customer’s beverage, Coffee Masters share their coffee knowledge, passion and artistry with picture-worthy latte art. 

“To prepare myself for this competition, I had to do a lot of coffee tastings – tasting black coffees and identifying its flavor profile and basically where it originated – almost every day. I studied anything and everything about coffee. And of course, I had to master the skill of finishing lattes with an art,” said 2013 Starbucks Coffee Ambassador Third Villaflor.

Ranchell ‘Pao’ Legaspi

The 2015 Coffee Ambassador is Ranchell ‘Pao’ Legaspi from the Store at Araneta Center

Her Favorite Coffee: Coffees from Africa

"Ever since I started as a partner I’m in to having my coffee on ice. Iced Espresso to be exact gradually day by day I noticed myself loving coffees from Africa as they usually undergone a lighter roast profile. I like African coffees because I can really taste their flavor more than the roast. They can maintain their vivid characteristics even over ice."

Ana Mendoza

Ana Mendoza  from Store: Powerplant Mall – Level 1 

Favorite Coffee: Guatemala Antigua – "Because I love this coffee’s soft and cocoa spice flavours. Also this coffee was the first one I’ve ever tasted during my orientation in the company. Aside from that I also consider this coffee as my silverlining."

Jeremiah B. Orillosa

Jeremiah B. Orillosa from Store: UP Ayalaland Technohub

Favorite Coffee: Guatemala Casi Cielo.  

"I fell in love with the complexity of the coffee yielding dark chocolate notes interplaying with the sweet, lemony acidity. It’s versatility with food pairing is a wonderful characteristic as well but definitely recommended to pair up with your favourite dessert."

Jason Michael Benedict F. Enriquez

Jason Michael Benedict F. Enriquez from the Store: i2 Point Bldg. - Cebu

Favorite Coffee: Iced Kenya

"We roast our coffees over 400 degrees Fahrenheit, despite that intense roast, the flavors of Kenya dance brightly on my tongue and sparkle when served cold. It is a coffee that shines through fire and ice."

Charllot “Charlie” Buenaflor

Charllot “Charlie” Buenaflor from the Store: Mall of Asia Arena

Favorite Coffee: Starbucks Espresso Roast.

"My favorite Starbucks Coffee will always be Starbucks Espresso Roast. Needless to know that it is the heart and soul of our company and the coffee behind all our coffee masterpieces, every sip of this offering always brings me back to what I love doing the most: building relationships and connections toward our customers in each cup of coffee we make; the cup of combined hard work and dedication of our company, farmers, and coffee masters that take us to faraway places, creating inspired moments in each customers’ day."

SureSeal: Your leak solution this rainy season

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Living in the Philippines, which goes through months of monsoon every year, have taught us to be prepared when long days of rain is just around the corner. One of the measures we take is keeping our roofs free from debris like stones, dirt, and fallen leaves, among others to protect it from leaks. However, there are times that there are cracks and holes already. In situations like this, the smartest and most convenient solution is applying sealants to ensure that our most precious homes are safe from damages caused by leaks. However, can current sealants in the market do the job?

Consumers have different standards of quality when it comes to sealants. Since most people discover leaks only when it started leaking already, they have the idea that the quick drying variant is the most effective, but truth be told, it is not. The main reason for this is that sealant that easily dries up and hardens like cement has a high tendency to crack because of brittleness. 

This is where SURESEAL’s IWAS CRACK Advantage comes in. SureSeal is an all Purpose Elastomeric Sealant, which has an “iwas crack” technology. SURESEAL is a slow-curing sealant that is designed perfectly for various substrates as an excellent sealing and bonding agent. In the cured state, it is transformed into a tough, rubber-like gasket which offers reasonable motion, contraction and expansion, of the connected elements without cracking or losing adhesion.

Unlike other brands and variants, you don’t have to worry that it will crack eventually. SureSeal takes pride of its “iwas crack” technology, which makes the brand cost-effective and long lasting.

Sureseal elastomeric sealant comes in gallon, liter, 500ml, 250ml, and 82.5g pouch. It is available in all leading hardware and DIY stores nationwide.

For more information, call or text the Engineer Lunas Hotline at 0920-910-2629 or go to www.jardinedistribution.com.ph