21.   Companies have been slimming down to improve their efficiency.

22.   Scientists can also play a role in improving energy efficiency in their laboratories.

23.   The company is trying to lower costs and improve efficiencies.

24.   Through this we seek to satisfy the needs of our customers by improving the efficiency of our management systems and manufacturing processes.

25.   Unfortunately, the major changes in work practices, although greatly improving our efficiency, have meant a reduction in the number of jobs.

26.   It was clear that there was massive scope for improving manufacturing efficiency by tapping the under-used expertise and involvement of employees.

27.   Both tugs are fitted with a Kort Nozzle to improve their efficiency.

28.   DESPITE increasingly difficult market conditions continues its battle against the recession -- improving efficiency and increasing productivity.

29.   At present, much research is being carried out to improve the efficiency of photocells.

30.   The question, then, is to what extent can these efficiencies be improved and to what extent can the wastage be reduced?