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SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2016
ROUND-UP I N F O R M AT I V E S E S S I O N
Leviton-USA, Al Burkan Engineering conduct technical symposium MUSCAT: Leviton-USA, in partnership with Al Burkan Engineering, organised a technical symposium recently highlighting the latest Ethernet base lighting control solutions, occupancy detection technologies and Lumina RF wireless hotel room controls for the end clients, consultants and contractors at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, says a press release. Leviton is the smart choice, providing the most comprehensive range of solutions to meet the needs of today’s residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Leveraging more than a century of experience, it helps customers create sustainable, intelligent environments through its electrical wiring devices, network and data centre connectivity solutions, lighting energy management systems, and security and automation applications.
SMART CHOICE: The symposium highlighted the latest Ethernet base lighting control solutions, occupancy detection technologies and
Lumina RF wireless hotel room controls for the end clients, consultants and contractors at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Muscat. – O. K. Mohammed Ali/TIMES OF OMAN
From switches and receptacles, and daylight harvesting controls to networking systems, intelligent safety controls, and equipment for charging electric vehicles, Leviton solutions help customers achieve savings in energy, time and cost, all
while enhancing safety. Through investment in research and development, manufacturing, distribution, human capital and training, Leviton is well positioned to respond to the needs of a changing marketplace. Leviton’s herit-
age provides a strong foundation for meeting and exceeding market expectations by bringing continuous innovation to the industry. Builders, electrical contractors and other industry professionals rank Leviton wiring devices #1
Toyota offers exciting incentives on Corolla Until July 21, the coveted Toyota Corolla with Multi Drive 7S transmission will be available with the benefits of the ‘Biggest Excitement Ever’ campaign
MUSCAT: To the many enthusiasts in the automotive industry, the 11th Generation of the world famous Toyota Corolla is no less than an icon. Not only does it have a legendary reputation, it offers a truly impressive resale value, even after years of use. The Toyota Corolla with Multi Drive 7S transmission has become a favourite of customers within a short span of its introduction. Until July 21, the coveted Toyota Corolla with Multi Drive 7S transmission will be available with the benefits of the ‘Biggest Excitement Ever’ campaign, says a press release. During the campaign period, the 16YM Corolla will be available with a 0% interest on EMI for two years through select Finance companies for short term tenure (upto 24 months, for individual purchases only), Service Package for 2 years /20,000km (whichever is earlier) and an attractive assured cash gift. Additionally on every purchase, customers get a gift voucher for shopping at a prominent local mall and a chance to participate in a Grand Raffle with 4 Toyota Prius E Hybrids to be won. In lieu of the service benefit, customers may go in for a cashback of OMR60. (Conditions apply) The Toyota Corolla with Multi
Drive 7S allows owners to ‘Drive Smooth and Save Smart.’ It does so by delivering a very smooth, yet powerful driving performance; topping it up with class leading fuel efficiency. “Now there will be more fun-filled driving trips and less visits to the gas station,” chuckled a proud new owner “It is really a smoother, silkier drive… one that lasts longer, goes farther on the same amount of fuel…yeah… I am living it and loving it!” The new Multi Drive 7S continuously variable transmission meticulously controls the speed and shifting pattern to realize excellent power train performance while ensuring a powerful and linear acceleration. It also has a 7-speed sequential shiftmatic mode with manual gear shifting-like characteristics that give the driver complete control when required. Making a strong design statement with its unique visual signature, the 2016 Corolla Multi Drive 7S signifies Toyota’s brand evolution. The Corolla’s design theme combines clean lines and balanced proportions to give it an immediate visual impact. It tapers at the front and rear of the vehicle to help emphasize the wheel arches and wheels-to-the-corner stance. The squared-off corners and elongated three-box profile are typically Corolla, but it has a dynamic front end – the bars of the
grille extend into the oversized LED-adorned trapezoidal headlamp clusters to give the sedan a broad, thrusting nose. The flanks sport character lines that emphasise the Corolla’s rear arches and the kicked-up leading edge of the side glass. At the back, protruding wraparound tail-lamp clusters and a chrome bar contribute to a wedge-like rear three-quarter profile. Adding to the style quotient is a trendy rear spoiler. The design lends itself to a spacious cabin that offers refined comfort and class-leading legroom with abundant storage space. Also, the interior looks upmarket thanks to the piano-black finish to the infotainment system, a soft-touch dashboard and sophisticated dark grey accents. Under the bonnet lies, a 2.0 litre engine mated with the new Multi Drive 7S transmission that ensures smooth shifting and high fuel efficiency of up to 16.6 Kmpl. Apart from this, the Corolla is available with a 1.6 litre engine that offers excellent fuel efficiency of up to 17.8 Kmpl. This particular model comes with all the safety, comfort and convenience specifications that add to customers’ delight - including ABS with EBD and brake assist, six airbags, leather upholstery, cruise control, steering wheelmounted audio controls and a 6.1 display audio system that can play
CDs, DVDs, USB devices and a Bluetooth connection. Engineered to provide high active and passive safety standards, the Corolla also offers enhanced pedestrian impact protection. The adoption of numerous energy absorbing components offer significantly improved pedestrian protection in the event of a frontal impact. For occupant protection, impact-absorbing structures have been adopted for the interior part of the pillar areas to ensure cabin safety. To help reduce the impact of a collision on occupants, the 2016 Corolla Multi Drive 7S is equipped with SRS airbags for the driver and front passenger. In addition to the above, the 2016 Corolla Multi Drive 7S also features other class-leading features such as LED projector headlamps with integrated-type daylight running lights, smart entry system + start/stop button, new audio system with USB+AUX, 3.5’’ TFT multi-information display, retractable outer mirrors with turn signals, audio + mid controls on steering wheel, cruise control and moonroof, amongst others. In fact, the name ‘Corolla’ represents the peak of Toyota’s renowned quality engineering, design evolution and value-formoney focus. This is unmatched in its class. That said, customers are to be thanked for their faith in Toyota and for making it a best-seller in the region. The 2016 Corolla Multi Drive 7S invites you to any Toyota showroom to take a closer look. All specifications listed above are standard Toyota equipment. Safety kit (fire extinguisher, warning triangle, tyre pressure gauge & first aid kit) is a dealer installed non Toyota item provided on Toyota models as standard equipment. In Oman, Toyota’s outstanding product quality is supported by the nationwide parts and service network of Saud Bahwan Automotive. No wonder then that today, Toyota is one of the most trusted and wellknown brands.
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in brand preference, has a portfolio of more than 25,000 products and 600 patents, employs more than 6,500 people and has sales in 80 countries. Leviton has vast project references in Gulf region and in Oman.
It has entered into partnership with Al Burkan Engineering in Oman market for their lighting control systems. Al Burkan Group of companies, led by visionary entrepreneurs with more than 40 years of experience in business management of engineering and contracting, supply of products and solutions, and manufacturing industries in oil & gas, power, water, information communication technology and security sectors, enjoys great reputation in the Sultanate of Oman for creating values for all their stakeholders. Al Burkan clientele includes Royal Court of Affairs, Royal Oman Police, Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Health and has executed some major projects like Royal Cavalry of Oman, Special Task Force, police station complexes, shopping malls, etc.
C O R P O R AT E S O C I A L R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y
Bank Sohar supports Oman Association for the Disabled MUSCAT: Marking its third donation this year, and as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities for 2016, Bank Sohar has extended its support to the Sohar branch of the Oman Association for the Disabled for the 6th consecutive year. This latest donation will contribute towards the purchase of essential equipment to be used by the association’s members. The donation cheque was handed over at Bank Sohar Branch in Sohar to Dawood Salman Al Shedi, Sohar Branch Supervisor of the Association by Mazin Mahmood Al Raisi, senior AGM and head of Marketing and Customer Experience at Bank Sohar, says a press release. Commenting on the bank’s contribution to the association, Munira Abdulnabi Macki, GM of HR and Corporate Support at Bank Sohar said, “We believe in promoting a healthy co-existence between businesses and the community, supporting and assisting the under privileged and especially those in most need of our help. We believe that as a locally operating corporate we need to do everything in our power to help them function as valued members of their respective communities. This belief is reflected in our contributions to entities such as the Oman Association for the Disabled; which falls within the framework of our
corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities.” Bank Sohar strives to ensure that its contributions are carefully planned and evaluated in order to diversify and reach out to the maximum number of people especially those in most need of it, offering recipients positive support and making a meaningful change. In addition to supporting the Sohar branch of the Oman Association for the Disabled, Bank Sohar has also extended its support to Dar Al Atta’a Association and the Autism Centre of the Association for the Welfare of the Disabled Children earlier this year. The bank has also, over the years, extended its supported a broad range of charitable organisations across the Sultanate ranging from child care centres and charity organisations to association that offer support to the differently abled of our community and those suffering from terminal illnesses. Thanking Bank Sohar for its continuous support, Dawood said, “On behalf of the association and our members I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Bank Sohar for their continuous support. This support will greatly help our members and will most definitely bring about a positive change in the lives of both them and their families.”
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McDonald’s invites social media influencers in GCC MUSCAT: For the first time ever, McDonald’s in the GCC invited six social media influencers to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to visit their chicken suppliers. McDonald’s in the GCC shared halal and processing practices with an engaged group from Oman, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar, says a press release. The objective of the trip was to show the farm to tray journey of chicken used by McDonald’s in the GCC highlighting halal practices, food procedures and safety and hygiene practices as part of its transparency initiative. Ali K. Daud, president and development licensee of McDonald’s Oman commented: “Since the launch of the ‘Your Right to Know’ platform earlier last year, we have seen an extremely engaged audience who want to find out more about our brand and food. One of the most frequently asked questions received since the launch is around
IS Ghubra bags rolling trophy at Inter-School Spelling Bee Contest
halal practices. We are proud to only provide halal meat across our restaurants in Oman, but wanted to go beyond just saying it.” The three-day tour included a visit
to Huat Lai Primary Processing Plant to learn and see how meat is prepared according to strict Halal procedures, followed by a visit to Keystone Malaysia Processing Plant, to see how
Chicken McNuggets are prepared and ending the trip with an open door kitchen tour at McDonald’s Malaysia and lunch under the world renowned golden arches.
MUSCAT: Adveteeya Ganti and Madhumathi Govind from Indian School Al Ghubra (ISG) clinched the prestigious rolling trophy at the Inter-School Spelling Bee Competition 2016 organised by Indian School Muscat. Adveteeya Ganti also lifted the individual trophy by winning the first position. Students from different Indian schools of Oman participated in this brain sport which requires immense hard work and a great deal of knowledge to match wits
against the opponents, says a press release. After a gruelling preliminary round the two students, Adveteeya and Madhumathi progressed to the finals and emerged victorious. It had been a challenging task for all the participants, an opportunity for students to showcase their skills on a platform which demands high competency and capability. The principal and the school congratulated the winners and appreciated their wonderful performance.