US food giant H.J. Heinz has announced plans to open an international research and technical facility in mid-2005.

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The facility, which will be known as The Heinz Food Innovation and Quality Center, or Heinz Food IQ Center, will be home to the food maker’s research and development operations and its quality assurance laboratories.


The Heinz Food IQ Center will be located just north of Pittsburgh on the Marconi Communications campus in Marshall Township and will include the company’s International Center of Excellence for Ketchup, Condiments and Sauces. It also will focus on a broad range of products, including frozen foods and soups.

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