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The connector protruding from each end of the barrier is rolled identically so that when one end of a barrier faces the end of another, the resulting "J-Hook" face each other.
−Removed: To connect one section of a J-J Hooks Barrier to another, a contractor merely positions the J-Hook of an elevated section of the barrier above the J-Hook of a set section and lowers the elevated section into place.
+Added: To connect one section of a J-J Hooks Barrier to another, a contractor simply positions the J-Hook of an elevated section of the barrier above the J-Hook of a set section and lowers the elevated section into place.
The positive connection is automatically engaged using the cast-in alignment slot.
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The Company produces and distributes advertising & promotional materials and promotes the licensed products through its own advertising subsidiary, Midland Advertising + Design.
−Removed: The Company maintains 56 licensing agreements in the United States, 9 in Canada, and 1 each in Australia, Belgium, Mexico, New Zealand and Trinidad, for a total of 70 licenses worldwide.
+Added: The Company maintains 56 licensing agreements in the United States, 8 in Canada, 2 in New Zealand, and 1 each in Australia, Belgium, Mexico, and Trinidad, for a total of 70 licenses worldwide.
The Company is continually discussing new license arrangements with potential precast companies and, although no assurance can be given, expects to increase its licensing activities.
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None of the Company's employees are represented by labor organizations and the Company is not aware of any activities seeking such organization.
+Added: Employees are competitively compensated with the local job markets at each facility.
The Company considers its relationships with its employees to be satisfactory.
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We expect that these approaches to leading and empowering our associates will create trust with our customers, creating sustainability and growth of the business.
+Added: The Company is committed to creating and maintaining a safe work-environment for all employees, customers, contractors, vendors, and the community.
+Added: Through shared experiences and resources across all three facilities, the Company has cultivated a safety-first culture for all stakeholders.
Not applicable.
−Removed: Item 1B Unresolved Staff Comments
+Added: Unresolved Staff Comments
Not applicable.
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