A Trip to the 3M Labs!
Anyone who’s been around me for even a short bit of time, would probably notice my fondness for those sticky little note pads called, Post-its, manufactured by 3M. In fact, the only thing I don’t like about Post-its is that I wasn’t the clever person who invented them! I love that they come in so many sizes and colors, (although I favor the original pale yellow) and that their low-tack adhesive never leaves a mark on surfaces. 3M is actually one of our advertising partners and we thought it would be fun to visit their Innovation Center in St.Paul, Minnesota. So, last week, I traveled there with a TV crew and taped our visit, which will air on my television show on May 12th. As you can imagine, 3M is a creative and inspiring place to work and I left there with some very exciting new ideas of my own.
The G5 is owned by 3M corporation. Our team flew to St. Paul, Minnesota on it for a long “day trip.â€
Upon arrival, Vinnetta Scrivo fixed my hair and touched up my makeup, done earlier in the day, at my home at 7AM, by her sister, Eva Scrivo.
This was the "Welcome" sign at the 3M innovation center, where we taped part of my segment.
The CEO, George Buckley, and I are in the Innovation Center. He gave a brief history of this remarkable American company, started in 1902.
The Innovation Center looks out onto a big lake. Although being April, spring was still not much in evidence here.
In the Gallery of Innovation - I, Charles Koppelman, and Bob MacDonald recline to watch a very interesting 3 minute film about the company and its amazing technologies.
Lunch with the executives included a beautifully set table - my Macy's collection linens - Bison and Walleye.
Abrasives and sponges for the homemaker's use are another large part of 3M's “home†business. Here I learn about new innovations in the Scotch Brite line of cleaning scrubbers.
This is one of the many laboratories that develop, create, and invent new products.
Just a couple of the warning signs that are positioned throughout the buildings.
All kinds of tests and studies and mysterious experiments take place in giant rooms like these.
In one lab the effectiveness of Scotch Brite is tested, and tested, and retested.
This scale of hardness tells us which abrasive is safe to use on what surfaces.
Mark took me through the testing of different new Scotch Brite products - I was very impressed.
I was given an official lab coat with my name on it!
Our beautiful Wedgewood china (Martha Stewart Collection at Macy's)
was used to demonstrate the newest product - an abrasive safe to use on
fine china and glassware.
My segment producer, Becky, Bob MacDonald (Chief Marketing Officer), and I in the testing lab.
Liesl Menning, my assistant, and Vinetta, makeup artist,
demonstrating fur removal with a new 3M
product.
Adhesives are fascinating - there are so many different technologies and options - from Scotch Tape to spray mounts to glues of every description. The entire history of the company's more than 55,000 products is highlighted in the Innovation Center - we went through just five of the technologies and I was hooked! Microreplication is something we don't think about, but every stop sign, road divider, and traffic signal uses some bit of this new technology. Non-woven materials - fabrics, abrasive sponges, bandages, surgical masks, etc. - are all part of this ever-growing field.I could not show you photos from this section, as it contained classified works in progress!
Here I am trying to persuade a product manager to change the color of the “blue tape†used by painters and floor refinishers - I think she was a bit peeved at me for such a suggestion.
I was asked to sign a lab t-shirt by Mark, Scotch Brite's scientist.
After a very long day we flew back to NYC - here's Vinnetta, napping soundly.
And here's Charles Koppelman who left 3M just as energized and excited as myself.
Liz Koman, SVP Broadcasting Ad Sales
Sally Preston, SVP Publisher/MSL
Tod Morehead, SVP Crafts Licensing
Martha:)
Thank you for another wonderful and educational trip. I would love to be able to tour the 3M labs. I would be like a 3rd grade school kid. So full of questions that the guide would be ready to throw me into the lake in front of that beautiful building. I would also love to fly in that marvelous jet. It looks so big and roomy inside and simply beautiful also.
Thanks again for another wonderful blog.
Linda Gail
Posted by: Linda Gail | April 9th, 2008 at 12:18 am
As a retired teacher, while I tried to organize my textbooks, papers, grade book, and various methods and ideas, I couldn't have without Post-its. As I gradually reached 32 years of teaching I was using more and more of them. I really didn't know if it was lack of brain power or just greater challenge of organization. Martha, you would have been the National Teacher Candidate for excellence in Education and would have won. Anyway this is a great company and I appreciate their research and dedication to make our lives easier. Thanks for such an introspective blog. Nan
Posted by: Nan Ashby | April 9th, 2008 at 12:29 am
Martha:
Your trip to 3M looks like it was both informative and fun. I did not realize how many products and innovative technologies have had their genesis at this company.
Your pictures, as usual, are excellent.
I was surprised to learn of the new abrasive scrubber that can be used on fine china and stemware. Perhaps they would consider making the "painter's tape" in the same aqua blue shade as the scrubber. Now that would be a good thing!
I'm looking forward to seeing the segment when it runs in May.
Joseph Brennan
Posted by: JBrennan | April 9th, 2008 at 12:48 am
My God, you are a busy woman! I can't imagine the President having a more hectic schedule!
Posted by: Smellyann | April 9th, 2008 at 1:28 am
looks like a fun trip, I sure hope they will start making a Martha green and blue post it now. I think you could sell it at Macy's. You should have a whole line of office products, I know I would buy every piece...
Claudine
Posted by: Claudine | April 9th, 2008 at 3:02 am
How interesting this visit must have been. While I was in college studying industrial design we visited several factories and testing labs. I find mesmerizing all the procedures that go into creating a new product and how it can greatly impact the daily lives of the people that use the product. Thank you for such an interesting topic. I look forward to the airing of this episode.
Posted by: Celina | April 9th, 2008 at 3:17 am
Yo Martha,(just teasing you!)
Fun photos of your field trip I always look forward to the field trips when you take us along in your side pocket and are present for the location shoots and not just conducting voice overs.
Paging Dr. Stewart!I think you'd make a pretty good doctor had you followed that route back in your college days you look pretty nifty in your lab jacket. Look out world you might have discovered a rare gene/cure and been famous in that way too!
So who takes the photos of you when you aren't taking them and gets to go along on all these great road trips and be on your "buffer" team? Laura? Eliad(sp) I am so jealous they have a great job ,I love to take photos but never be in them some folks just don't photograph well but you sure do.
I use yellow postee notes and am always teased because I like the boring color and not the bright ones.
I am with you on those had it head band things Rosie made. I like the solid colors and dark ones I'd want a solid instead of the wild ones shown on yesterday's show lol! I hope you had a good trip to High Point. On the next Ask Martha this week on Sirius 112 will you give us a low down of the week of events you know a recap of all the neat things you did from this field trip to flowers, to ring my bell to high point please? I will be listening on Thursday.
Thank you
Pam from California
Posted by: Pam from California | April 9th, 2008 at 3:50 am
Too cool, Martha!
You know, when we buy these things, we never really think too much about what's behind it. I, too, love Post-It notes, both at work and at home. Of course, 3M products are some of the best in the world, too! Can't wait to see the segment--and I'll be buying more 3M stuff, too.
Way to go, Martha!
Amy
Houston, TX
Posted by: Amy | April 9th, 2008 at 6:34 am
Hi, Martha,
What an informative and fun trip! Thanks for giving us a glimpse into the world of 3M.
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy | April 9th, 2008 at 7:14 am
I love love love their products and it's interesting to hear how thourough they are in their testing, and how exciting is it that there is a new 'scrubber' safe to use on china. Food gets stuck on china too so it's great that they have developed something to aid in keeping your china looking great!
Posted by: Sonja Nelson | April 9th, 2008 at 7:44 am
Hi-
Post it notes are great! In a pinch they work as stickers. I carry my Hello Kitty 'Chococat'post-its and use them to give my students new words to learn, keeps them busy writing while talking to a parent, and they are happy as can be with the little graphic they can stick anywhere!
Posted by: Jennifer Fancher | April 9th, 2008 at 8:53 am
Thanks for an interesting blog and I look forward to seeing the show on May 12th. I too wish they would make that painter's tape in different colors because I use it for other things other than for painting. It is very sturdy wrapped around a few times. Trish
P.S. I enjoyed Rosie on the show yesterday. You two make a good crafting team.
Posted by: Trish | April 9th, 2008 at 9:52 am
Thanks for visiting 3M! Just one small point, 3M is in Saint Paul not Minneapolis....we Saint Paul residents are very proud of 3M!!!
Posted by: Linda | April 9th, 2008 at 10:53 am
There is a large 3M plant just outside of Ottawa, Canada, and we pass it on our way to our cottage. I never gave it much thought, to be honest, but now I have some idea of what goes on inside.
Thanks, Martha.
Andrew
Posted by: Andrew Ritchie | April 9th, 2008 at 11:15 am
That seemed like an interesting trip. Thanks for sharing it! I'm looking forward to watching your visit on May 12th.
Posted by: Donna | April 9th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
I'm so excited to see the show in May! I grew up right next to the 3M complex, in Maplewood, which is a suburb of St. Paul, not Minneapolis, by the way, so it is wonderful for our local business to be featured on your show!
Posted by: Becky | April 9th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Hi Martha, Thanks so much for taking us along on your trip to the fantastic labs of the 3-M Company. I remember this company from back in my childhood {Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing Co.}. I may be wrong, but I think my Dad had a car insurance policy back in the 40's & 50's from 3-M. I love the photos of the labs with you and your great crew. It looks like everyone was having a fabulous time. Thanks again for sharing. Jan
Posted by: Jan Erickson | April 9th, 2008 at 1:18 pm
Hello Martha,
I am the Scotch-Blue Painter's Tape Brand Manager. It was great to meet you and show you the painter's tape! And no, I was not peeved at your suggestion, but very honored to take a picture with you!:-) Hope you visit us again soon.
Best Wishes,
Amelia
Posted by: Amelia Hardy | April 9th, 2008 at 2:02 pm
Hi Martha,
Glad to see you have been to Minnesota. Not the best time to visit, but you sure did visit one of our best hometown companies that I would have to say, us, Minnesotans are proud of. I can't wait to see the segment on your show.
Julie Foote
Coon Rapids, MN
Posted by: Julie | April 9th, 2008 at 3:23 pm
Hi Martha,
Love the post its I also say "why didn't I think of them first" lol
I will be very interested in the fur removal product...
Thanks for the tour,
Kathy
ps I bought your rooster cutting board OMG it's huge and I love it !!!
Posted by: Kathy :) | April 9th, 2008 at 3:48 pm
A great trip and photos...i am sure there is a wealth of knowledge behind each and every one of 3M products. Great that you could see first hand how it all evolves. Loved the name of your linens...i think they catch Walleye in Minnesota.
I think we all need a Vinnetta in our lives to keep our hair in place as we go about our busy days...i could use her expertise right after the times i come in from the garden! Martha...i don't think you ever have a bad hair day just a *busy hair day*!
Posted by: Sherey | April 9th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
Cool post. I've always wondered what it looked like inside their Gulfstream V; I work in Saint Paul and see it from the outside! There's some fun people over at 3M. I'll await your segment on them in May!
Posted by: Aaron Landry | April 9th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
How interesting, can't wait to watch the show. 3m is truly legendary in their levels of innovation over the years. I totally agree with Martha's recommendation on the blue tape - it's not a very fun or warm color.
Posted by: ShopLittleGifts | April 9th, 2008 at 5:12 pm
Martha,
The real thrill if I was presenting some of the information is the fact you were interested and cared to know about the product. What a thrill to see interest and attention in your eyes. Of course it wouldn't be too shabby that you were Martha Stewart as well. Thanks so much for the blog.
Posted by: Margie | April 9th, 2008 at 7:23 pm
Looks like a real fun trip! I too am addicted to POST-ITS! Buy them every time I'm in the store!
Posted by: Jane M | April 9th, 2008 at 8:06 pm
Dear Martha,
Thank you for the fascinating tour of 3M! I am looking forward to the episode.
I didn't think it was possible for someone to love Post-Its as much as I do! I remember receiving my first package of Post-Its as a child. My godmother gave me craft and office supplies for Christmas one year and included in it was Post-Its- we had never seen anything like it!
Cheers,
Kimberley
Posted by: Kimberley Allan | April 9th, 2008 at 10:23 pm
Martha, Thanks for visiting 3M. You barely scratched the surface of all the cool things we make here. Next time you come I hope we can show you the Nexcare Consumer Health Care Products. You briefly mentioned bandages, but there are many ways we have to repair skin. I know you would love Nexcare Skin Crack Care for stopping the hurt of damaged fingers from working on those wonderful hand made things you make. All the best to you.
Posted by: Wayne | April 9th, 2008 at 11:30 pm
Dear Martha,
we have been following your blog from Turkey.Keep up the good work, best wishes, Emine Tekin
Posted by: Emine Tekin | April 10th, 2008 at 8:53 am
When Rosie was on, you mentioned this trip and I was intrigued. After reading this, I cannot wait for this episode to air. Is that strange? I just find this fascinating.
Thanks for keeping us well-informed.
Randi
Posted by: Randi | April 10th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
Martha:
I live in the Rochester NY area and remember when you toured our Highland Park to see the lilacs. Another interesting place for lilacs is - NEBRASKA. Check out the article below: http://www.deere.com/en_US/ag/homestead/articles/garden/2008/lilac_march2008.html?promo=apr08yardsahead
You might enjoy a trip to the midwest.
Posted by: Patra | April 10th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
Among his many talents, my father is an adhesive expert. What a thing! His background in chemistry has served him well. I'll give him the heads-up about the 3M tour when it airs, he will be fascinated - as am I!
Posted by: Sasha Libby | April 10th, 2008 at 4:14 pm
Martha,
Great blog story on 3M. Can't wait to see the show.
How about a "Martha" green Post-It note. I know I'd definately buy those! I use them all the time!
Thanks for a great informative story again!
Paula
Posted by: Paula M. | April 10th, 2008 at 5:28 pm
thanks for more education and entertainment....love the new sponges will they make plain white sponges if you ask them...all the other colors seem to stand out in the kitchen plus i can wash them with the whites and use bleach to kill germs. jolea beard thanks martha
Posted by: jo lea beard | April 10th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
Dear Martha:
Iam trying to find a kitchen ruler and oven rack push-puller, I saw you use one on your show a long time ago. I have one but due to age the ruler split in two. Can you please tell me were I can purchase a few. I find the ruler a very good kitchen tool.
Posted by: Patricia Maillard | April 10th, 2008 at 11:18 pm
Martha - Thanks for visiting us here at 3M. It's wonderful to see people such as yourself take interest in the technologies that relate directly back to our consumer products. It is overwhelming the plethora of goods that 3M actually has a touch point on.
So that your viewers and the folks on this blog truly understand the breadth of 3M...here is an excerpt from the "Spririt of Information" home page of United States http://www.3M.com:
"For more than 100 years, people around the world have looked to 3M for products and ideas that solve problems and make their lives easier and better. With more than 55,000 products, 30-plus core technologies and leadership in major markets served worldwide, 3M continues to develop ingenious solutions to meet your varying needs"
3M is a huge family and great place to be!
Posted by: 3M Employee | April 11th, 2008 at 9:13 am
Hi Martha:
I used to work in one of the 3M labs before I had my little guy. I was the best job I had and now I really miss it. I love how passionate you are behind products you love. Thanhks for supporting 3M.
You are a inspiration...keep doing what you are doing.
Posted by: Tia R. | April 11th, 2008 at 9:59 am
The successful launch of any new business is dependent on a total team effort! The "Post-It" Note is one of the best examples of teamwork to ever come out of 3M! As Marketing Director with total marketing responsibility for directing the National introduction of the "Post-It" Note in 1980,,,,(preceded by a 11-state west coast introduction in 1979), I can honestly tell you that success was the direct result of a total team effort,,,lab,,,,manufacturing,,,,engineering,,,,marketing,,,,sales,,,,and yes,,,,,finally corporate management, which is not always an automatic endorsement. The "Post-It" product line is still the biggest story to come out of 3M to this day, thanks to an outstanding marketing department working closely with an outstanding technical organization. Thanks for your support of 3M and "Post-It" Notes!! Where were you when we needed you in 1980???
Posted by: jack wilkins | April 11th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Hi Martha, Thanks for touring 3M...I am a very proud 30-year employee at the St. Paul, MN headquarters. I am continually amazed by the innovative products that spring from our labs! Such talented people! I must admit that am truly addicted (as everyone in my office knows)to Post-It Notes and have them in every conceivable color, size, and shape. I am also a voracious crafter/artist and have made some wonderful gifts that incorporate Post-it Notes...so if you are looking for a hand-crafted Post-it Note gift idea, let me know!
Posted by: Mari | April 11th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Hi Martha,
I work for 3M and was excited to see your blog today. I'm glad that you'll be showing the world 3M and it's products and innovations. I'm proud to be a 3Mer and I love to watch your show. I'll be taping the May 12th for sure to watch your visit to the Center. I also got to fly in one of 3M's private jets years ago to Wonewok, 3M's resort in Northern MN for a team award trip! Maybe it was the same jet.
Thanks always for your talent and amazing stories, guests, tips and your products, etc you bring to us everyday! What would we do without you!
Cathy
Posted by: Cathy Courtney | April 11th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Just one question. Where did the name 3M come from?
Posted by: Laurie Carpenter | April 11th, 2008 at 11:14 pm
3M actually stands for: Minnesota Mining and Manufactoring
Posted by: Bob | April 12th, 2008 at 12:09 pm
Martha,
I'm surprised you didn't use a Scotch Brite no-scratch pad on a cool iron for the segment you did on the show regarding cleaning soleplates. They work like a charm!
Mame
Posted by: Mame | April 12th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
Martha, I have a friend who works at 3M and she was so proud she sent me your blog. Now I can see why Naomi loves working for 3M!! To Naomi....Now I'm really proud for you too!!! XXOOPAT
Posted by: Pat Erickson | April 14th, 2008 at 12:39 am
Thank you so much for sharing your trip to 3M. I too am a BIG fan of Post-its. I love all the colors. My grandkids buy them for me as gifts when coming to visit.
Posted by: Lynn | April 14th, 2008 at 5:00 pm
The Post-it note is a blessing with one major fallback - it is designed with waste in mind. With adhesive on only one side, people only utilize that one side therefore an entire side of paper is not used.
Waste huh?
Posted by: Rus | April 16th, 2008 at 3:01 am
Martha, very interested in seeing the segment on 3M. I work in a 3M plant just 150 miles south of where you were, in Minnesota. Our plant makes so many things, such as sterilizers for the medical industry, terminals, library book readers and many other things people wouldn't realize come from 3M. If you are ever interested in visiting one of the 3M production plants, please consider the plant in New Ulm Minnesota.
Posted by: Lisa | April 16th, 2008 at 7:07 am
Martha,
The name 3M comes from Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing. I work for 3M making Roofing Granules. I have been with the company for 30+ years and enjoyed seeing the inside of the Jet. 3M is a great place to work, thanks for the visit.
Posted by: Karen | April 23rd, 2008 at 5:21 pm
I've been a 3Mer for 15 years working in California and I can say it is a wonderful company to work for, with amazing people. I've also been a "Martha fan" for as many years and I'm really looking forward to the broadcast. Welcome to the 3M world of innovative products Martha!
Posted by: Mari Simonson | April 25th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
I was very interested in your visit to the 3M Co. My husband worked in their Abrasive Division for 38 years and was very proud of his work there. It is an amazing company that continues to come out with new inovations all the time.
Posted by: Mary | May 7th, 2008 at 6:27 pm
Hey Martha,
Cant think of a better place to post this than in you 3M inovation visit.
Im a very big fan Polich/Canadian
who is currently studying Veterinary medicine at St. George's University on the amazing island of Grenada. I really miss your tv shows and magazine since they are not available here. Grenada though slowly becoming over-americanized, still lacks. We do not get your magazines here. I was wondering if you ever considered having an on-line version of all your magazines and maybe even your shows.
Back in Canada I paid $29.99 for 12 issues of your magazine delivered to my door. I would be willing to pay that same price for an online pdf or other format of your magazine. This would allow any one any where to gain acces to you material, as well since the world is going all "green" it would save alot of resource. By being able to view and print what matters to one and not another, would save alot of resources. I personaly find half of the content in most printed magazines useles to me. Being able to print and store what I consider relavent to me would be great.
Another thing since technology is taking the market by storm, why not incorporate a printable section to your websites. For a small membership fee allow people acces to a well developed printable recepie library that can be printed and assembled into a cook book at home by any individual allowing them to pick what applies to them etc.... Plus with hte developing technology more and more people rely on the internet in their kitchens (especialy since you can browse the net from your fridge now a day) I think this would be a good thing. And would make your product much more accesable by individuals who can not get access to it due to what ever reasons. Now a day mostly everyone has a computer or two at home, and allowing them access to your products, and services where they are able ot pick whats relavent and print worthy might be a good "green" friendly move.
I know you get thousands of suggestions daily from many people. And being a bussy student Im not sure if such a service is available, but if not it deffinetly is worth consideration.
Any who sorry If I wasted your time, and deffinetly I would love to hear back from you if this was either help full or not.
Greg Miernik
greg_m01@hotmail.com
Posted by: greg Miernik | May 9th, 2008 at 11:32 am
Hello Martha,
I just found out that the Ultra NailSaver sponge and Fur Fighter are both available on the 3M eStore!! What an easy way to purchase some of the great products this American company makes. The 3M eStore is at http://www.3MeStore.com.
SWEET!!
Posted by: Tom Gearman | May 9th, 2008 at 6:40 pm
Dear Martha,
I just watched your show on NBC with guest chef Scott Peacock making Chicken and Dumpling.
I would like to share with you an Indian version of this one pot dish that is flavoured with a variety of spices and condiments making it delicious as well as a balanced version of its Italian cousin!
A pot of soupy dal(lentil soup) becomes the cooking liquid for the dumplings. The flour in the dumplings thickens the dal quite a bit and makes it into a saucy pasta-like dish
It is called Dal Dhokli -
Dhokli is made exactly the same way as the Dumplings but with whole wheat flour and spices:
2 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 tsp turmeric
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp asafetida (optional)
2 tbsp oil
1/2 tsp cumin or carom seeds
salt to taste
Mix whole wheat flour with salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin or carom seeds, asafetida, oil and sufficient warm water to knead into a smooth dough. Roll it out into a big 1/2cm thick disc and then cut it into papparadelle pasta sheets.
For dal:
1 cup green moong dal(split green mung beans)
1 tbsp. toor dal(split yellow lentils)
1 tbsp. channa dal(split and hulled bengal gram lentil)
10-12 cups water
Salt to taste
1 tsp. dhania (coirander seed powder)
1/2 tsp. turmeric powder
3 tbsp. ghee(clarified butter)
1/2 tsp. each cumin & mustard seeds
1/8 tsp. asafetida
1 tsp. red chilli powder
1 stalk curry leaves
2 green chillies slit lengthwise
1/4 tsp. cinnamon-clove powder
1/2 tsp. garam masala
1 lemon juice extracted
1 tbsp. coriander leaves finely chopped
Soak lentils for 1hour in water. then drain water.
Use a large deep saucepan for cooking the lentils.Add water, add turmeric, salt and corriander powder to the lentils. Once the dals start to boil add the dhoklis in it slowly one by one. The simmering will slowly come down as you add the dhoklis . Do not stir once the dhoklis are inside, or else they might break! Half cover the kadai and let the dhoklis get cooked.
After about 4-5 mins stir very gently with the spoon handle or shake the pot as you suggested on your show. Once the dhoklis start swimming on the surface it indicates that its almost done. It will take about 10 mins for them to cook.
Now temper the dal with spices: In a small saucepan, heat ghee, add cumin & mustard seeds, allow to splutter. Add green chilli, curry leaves, asafetida and 2-3 pinches red chilli powder.Add clove cinnamon powder and immediately add the spluttering spicess to the boiling dhokli. Add garam masala, lemon juice and garnish with coriander . Serve piping hot.
PS: I would love to come on your show to share the benefits of the amazing ancient indian spa diet Ayurveda.
Posted by: Nalini Mehta | May 12th, 2008 at 4:13 pm
Thank you Martha. I worked for 3M for 25 years before retiring and it is a wonderful company. Thanks for visiting them, it was a very informative show. I hope you had fun.
Posted by: Linda | May 12th, 2008 at 7:47 pm
Hi I was wondering if you could tell us the name of the adhesive tape that reduced the noise on the metal panels. My friend just installed a copper roof at their beach house and when it rains they feel like they are is under fire.
Posted by: stacy Oriente | May 13th, 2008 at 2:56 am
Martha, thank you for visiting 3M and informing your viewers on an extremely innovative company. As a 3M retiree, I can tell you there are many of us that remain so proud of our company!
Posted by: Larry | May 13th, 2008 at 9:14 am
Curiosity is getting the best of me. So what color did you want to change the blue tape to? I don't see it mentioned anywhere.
Posted by: Pat | May 13th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
Where can I get the tape used to deaden the sound that was used on the May 12th show. My fire co, would like to get it to put on the sinks to deaden the sound of metal pans and the sink
Posted by: barbara | May 14th, 2008 at 12:26 pm
Thank you for sharing your trip to the 3M labs. I was recently disappointed to learn that Scotch Brite has just started producing a scrub spong made with walnut shells. As tree nuts are one of the top eight food allergens in the United States, it is very surprising to me that they would intentionally create a product containing nuts that would be used to wash dinnerware. The concept of creating green products is certainly admirable, but not one that can potentially harm the growing number of allergic children. The product is so new it is not on their website yet (although your picture is!). I hope, I pray that you do not endorse this specific product.
Posted by: Amy | June 20th, 2008 at 2:49 pm
Thank you for blogging. I like reading your stories a lot. I'm looking forward to more of your stories.
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