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Postit notes were invented from a glue no one could find a use for. History of 3m magnetic media, 3m magnetic media maker prw. How a hymnal bookmark helped inspire the postit note 3m employee art fry had a problem. Postit brand products, ideas, programmes 3m in the uk. Join 3ms team of dedicated innovators who make an impact and transform the way people around the world live. The font is a commercial one and you can view more details about it here. Try the new post it app to capture and share your thoughts.
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How the invention of scotch tape led to a revolution in how. In 1984, the 3m management asked 3m employee charles l alden to compile a history of 3ms activities in magnetic recording tape invention and manufacturing. The post it note celebrated its 10th anniversary and was featured on many lists of top consumer products of the decade. The hallelujah moment behind the invention of the post. Its been described as the solution to a problem nobody realized existed. Magic tape, also known as magic transparent tape, is a brand within the scotch tape family of adhesive tapes made by 3m, sold in distinctive plaid packaging.
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