2011年4月28日 星期四

contact protection device to promote green energy saving lamp

contact protection device to promote green energy saving lamp
Green lighting project is a comprehensive systems engineering? To save energy, protect the environment and provide comfortable lighting. "Energy conservation" is this year's National "," keywords, but also all levels of government face urgent problems of energy waste. View from the municipal building, street lighting is the key energy-consuming households. "Energy Conservation Law" has been enacted 9 years, from the call to test operation of energy-saving lights 5 years, very few street lamp energy saving. In this case, Dongguan City, Friends of the United States and Power Equipment Co., Ltd. energy saving lamps on multifunction protection device to explore the concept of production becomes valuable. Dongguan Power Supply Equipment Co., Ltd. Friends of the United States realized that, to achieve satisfactory results by a single overall energy saving mode does not work. Under the guidance of this concept, the company developed energy-saving lamps produced no contact protection device. Network by improving the quality of the equipment, protective equipment and lighting, improve system security, and the overall management effectiveness, enhance the street to reach the purpose of both energy and money. Meet the street in the premise of normal illumination, the device's power-saving rate of 25% -50%. It uses CPU computer-controlled, three-phase sub-transfer regulator, three phase to improve power quality, makes the regulation precision of 2%, a response time of 0.048 seconds or less. The device is authorized by state power harmonics detection stations, power lines in the inhibition of high harmonics, improve the quality of power supply has a significant effect. The device can protect and extend the life of equipment and lighting, reduce system maintenance costs; with soft start, soft stop, slow rise slopes regulatory function, per-class regulator than 3.5V, the startup process to eliminate the impact of current, to eliminate voltage regulator during the flash phenomenon. The safety of the product is good, its self-developed software with the remote monitoring function (optional type), in the section can improve the power factor is low active power, reactive power loss reduction; non-contact, full static structure of its long working life, no mechanical wear, their loss is low. With energy core technology, the Friends of the decision-makers in the United States Power Equipment Co., Ltd. is also actively developing strategies to expand energy-saving market. Energy-saving products through the convening of the summit from time to time, carry out market research, market agents and Recruitment recruitment sales professionals in a variety of ways such as a strategy to be quality products, good service and good energy-saving effect of winning customers. Currently, the device in Beijing, Chengdu, Shenzhen, Xuchang, Dongguan has been tested successfully in more than 10 cities. Friends of the United States and Power Equipment Co., Ltd. General Manager Yan Xiaoying, said: "In China, energy has been mentioned on the agenda, the market operation system will become more complete, non-contact energy saving lamp protection device is very promising." It is understood that, in the American Electric Power operating system power sales and profits are not directly proportional relationship between the government and business value is the power utilization, rather than the number of power supply. U.S. power companies are more concerned about the interests of end users to achieve the precise power purposes. So Yan Xiaoying recommendations: "For the current payment method by electricity, can be changed to the average consumption level is usually the target line, then save electricity power sector in accordance with the ratio of reward, more reward saving more, so power saving operating system will hang with a hook, and promoting the development of energy-saving cause. " Government guidance is to be effective green lighting project premise, and the market operation of the green lighting project sustainable and healthy development. Yan Xiaoying suggested that professional investment banks should set up a special fund, the investment banking and technical experts responsible for the operation of the fund, led by the National Development and Reform Commission, to produce technology-based enterprises, efforts to promote energy conservation projects. Comment Large In Small

2011年4月27日 星期三

What Everyone Should Know About Energy Saving Candle Bulbs

What Everyone Should Know About Energy Saving Candle Bulbs
People who are frustrated by the increasing high cost of home energy are continuously looking for ways of increasing the efficiency of their homes. People need to know that simple be the use of energy efficient products, they can make dramatic changes to the efficiency of their home and save energy. Not only that but they can also save a lot of money on their energy bills.

There really are a lot of energy efficient products available to us today and many more are being developed it seems every month. One of the energy efficient products that many people are familiar with and have begun to use are energy efficient light bulbs. These new generation bulbs include really all lighting systems that consume less energy than former incandescent light bulbs. One of these that are just catching on is the energy saving candle bulbs.

For anyone looking for a great idea on how they can save electricity these energy saving light bulbs are a great place to start as they are so easy to switch to. You may wonder how much electricity can they really save. Well let me assure you that they are a real energy saver. When you can cut the cost of energy on each bulb you use in your house by almost 80% you are making a real saving.

Many people are making a start by purchasing and using these energy efficient light bulbs. You can use these bulbs in any of your present lamps and light fixtures as well new fixtures are being manufactured as well as kitchen appliances etc. around the house that are specifically made to use these new bulbs to make them even more efficient.

Another great thing about these bulbs is the fact that they burn cooler meaning they waste less energy in the form of heat. This fact also contributes to the fact that they last much longer which makes their original cost (definitely higher) very economical in the long run. In fact they are known to last ten to twelve times larger than incandescent bulbs.
When it comes to homes nothing will express class and real elegance better than chandeliers and candelabras. However, some people believe these light fixtures are very energy inefficient because of their many bulbs however that is no longer the case. With the new energy saving candle bulbs on the market, using these elegant fixtures in your home is now affordable.

These decorative lights are now able to grace your home, provide excellent light and saving energy at the same time. There are energy saving bulbs available for these fixtures in halogen, led, and fluorescent bulb types. They all come in the conventional shape to look like a candle flame and can be as small as 35mm and come in different colors, white, opal, pink, blue, red, yellow and more.

One question some people have about these bulbs is does turning them on and off repeatedly shorten their life? Well the experts say that in normal use, switching these low energy bulbs on and off should not shorten their life. At the same time they say that leaving them on for 10-15 minutes to stabilize will help it last to its longest potential.

All in all the benefits of these energy saving light bulbs is certainly an easy and attractive solution for your home, one well worth considering.

Energy Saving Light Bulbs ( blank ) The newest Generation

Energy Saving Light Bulbs ( blank ) The newest Generation
Economical bulbs are getting to be more and more popular in the UK, upgrading nearly all inefficient filament lights. Beginning low strength lamps were being normally unpleasant, dull and flickered, the difference is there's a brand new creation of these green light sources. Also, they are small in size plus vibrant, however they are available in many of eye-catching styles. Like for example , Candle, Earth, Hockey in addition to GLS, as well as a lot more!

These kinds of Ecologically light bulbs obviously have moved on in appearance and efficiency ( blank ) and also you'll notice a large fall inside your power bills if made use of during your home, with lots of CFL lamps leading to a good 80% economical. Because of the phasing from outdated ineffective incandescent bulbs, an actual variance can be accomplished to the national vitality consumption. It's not the United kingdom which can be following through for you to cycle out low ( blank ) productive light sources, The eu will also be in the operation of performing precisely the same element, therefore it will really matter. Very low Vitality incandescent bulbs will be slightly more highly-priced when compared with dysfunctional filament lights. You should purchase some sort of filament bulb for as little as a few pence, while an energy saving idea light might be more planning to cost ?3-4. Nevertheless, you may above create rear a real difference on the utility bill while in the newbie of one's environmentally friendly bulbs' life time, (an average of Seven ages). The buying price of environmentally friendly bulbs will probably decrease substantially across the following several years weight loss will be developed and the prices cut down for the brands.

Environmentally lamps are also offered a number of different color conditions; these are generally measured in Kelvin (Ok). The normal guideline to keep in mind is actually, the fewer this Kelvins, this drier this bright shows up. The most prevalent light bulb is approximately 2700K and that is categorized to be a comfy bright. This is a rather yellow-colored whitened which will sends out a warm and comfortable light-weight, prevalent for spaces, food suites and many others. The better sunlight white, which can be around 6500K is utilized with areas where some sort of happier lighting is needed, ourite.gary. offices or even universities. It is suggested that you can often be all over the 'daylight white' lamp for about Half hour per day simply because this will help to stop / relieve signs and symptoms of Holiday Efficient Disorder (SAD) or 'winter blues' as commonly well-known.

CFL's aren't the only method of energy saving light offered, you can also find halogen lamps and Encouraged lamps, as well as GU10 highlights. You may also distribute your performance to outdoor along with lower energy floodlights! Make sure you get the perfect through your bulbs along with look at packaging with the A Performing Economical Emblem.

A wide range of Energy Saving Lamps are available online to match all of preferences.

2011年4月26日 星期二

You can expect to see a dash light on the dashboard of a vehicle

You can expect to see a dash light on the dashboard of a vehicle
Dash lights are something we wouldn't ever give consideration to unless of course we need some for our specific job. However, a dash light can be vital equipment on a first response vehicle.

Any dashboard on a vehicle has the necessary tools and equipment to help us drive. We have the vehicle warning lights, controls, speed indicator and possibly air con vents and heater vents. Those kinds of things are standard and will be found on every vehicle dash. On first response vehicles such as police and fire fighting vehicles the dash area can contain many other items that help them do their job. Police vehicles may have an on board computer or a camera situated on the dash of the vehicle. Fire vehicles may also have a camera or digital video recorder on the dash, what police and fire vehicles also have is some form of dash light.

The kit inside first response vehicles today is immense and high tech, from the digital video to record the vehicles they stop to infrared license plate recognition units. You will likely find radios, phone holsters and pagers attached to the dash area of a vehicle. More and more first response vehicles have a dash light unit fitted to give them extra emergency lighting or act as take down lights or hazard warning. The dash area of a vehicle is normally not visible from outside the vehicle itself so having some form of lighting there makes perfect sense.

All first responders need to be equipped with the very latest equipment and lighting, as without it their life expectancy on the job can be dramatically affected. By giving first responders the best equipment and kit including dash light units we are protecting them and ensuring they are able to do their job. If you look inside a first response vehicle you would be struck by how high tech they now look especially round the dash area. With the high tech kit and lighting the dashboards look like something off the Star Trek Enterprise!

We have to look to the future in many things and our law enforcement, medical and fire personnel need to be forward looking as well. All first responders need to stay a step ahead to stay safe and that is especially true of law enforcement. With the correct lighting and kit in their vehicles officers can maintain their safety and that of the general public. A dash light is a good form of vehicle lighting as it can be virtually invisible until the unit is activated. Once lit there is no mistaking a vehicle for anything other than a police or first response vehicle.

Dash light units may seem to be unimportant but with them police can light up the interior of their vehicle in such a way to make the occupants of the vehicle invisible. The high output LED lights in some dash light units can give valuable protection to officers who would otherwise be a target from people with weapons. Dash lights have another plus in their favor and that is they are very accessible to the people inside the vehicle. With various different mounting options and powering options the dash lights are versatile and useful in many first response vehicles. Apart from the obvious lighting of the dash area the dash light is so much more in a small unit.

2011年4月18日 星期一

Dramatic lighting stands out for homeowners

Architectural illumination or led tube shining on trees or plants can seem like a showy way of calling attention to a house, but it can have a practical side.

Rachel Warrington of Cranberry says her house "can be the darkest house around. I've driven right by it."

Illumination is not simply a matter of lighting homes with dramatic design. It can be a way of pulling any home out of a bad case of developmental monotony.

"You can make any house look beautiful," says Laura Kuhns of Kuhns Electric Supply in Latrobe.

That job can be quite a bit more than aiming a lamp at a home. It often is a question of design, something new for many homeowners.

Maury Frankel, from Gibsonia's Nite Time Decor, for instance, arrived at the home of Michael and Rachel Warrington 45 minutes before he began talking to them. He scouted the front yard with an idea of what they wanted to accomplish, and placed temporary lights alongside the house and some lining the walk.

Then, after talking to them and letting led tube get a little darker, they went outside to see what he had done.

That is the kind of project planning a well-meaning-but-not-so-well-skilled homeowner might miss.

"You have to try one of those projects to see you are not getting what you wanted," says Kuhns, talking about do-it-yourself lighting from home improvement stores.

But Dan Nicklow, electric master trade specialist at the West Mifflin outlet of Home Depot, contends the do-it-yourself, low-voltage systems his company sells are easy to install and change if need be.

"The hardest part of the whole setup is making sure you don't shortchange yourself with a transformer," he says, adding he tends to advise over-sizing in wattage so more lamps can be added.

It all seems like a matter of shining a little led tube on the subject.

Man's Best Friend Gets a High-Tech Home

Man's Best Friend Gets a High-Tech Home

Pearl, my beloved labradoodle, dutifully watched me build myself a new house for the past three years. So when I was almost finished, I decided to build her a place of her own. A standard model just wouldn’t do, though, so I went a little overboard. After creating the design with CAD software, I added a solar hot-water radiant-heating system and made a green roof that retains rainwater, creates oxygen, and improves insulation. Then I decked it out with a few other touches, including some colored LED lights to brighten things up and a Web-enabled wireless video camera that lets me keep an eye on Pearl from my computer or phone. That’s plenty of features for her, but the doghouse has one extra benefit for me: The battery that powers it also powers all the low-voltage exterior lights on my property.

2011年4月15日 星期五

Nether Prov eyes streetlights

 Decision-making on the installation of more energy-efficient streetlights will hinge on the payback period, township officials say.

Money for changing of the lights would come from a loan Nether Providence plans to take out to cover the costs of replacing a small bridge on Woodward Road. That loan is expected to be finalized in the near future.

Currently on the table are proposals to replace the existing streetlights with either induction or LED lights.

Unlike a traditional bulb, induction lights use a magnetic field generator to electrically excite the phosphorous coating on the inside of a glass tube. LED, or light-emitting diode, lights are small light sources that become illuminated by the movement of electrons through a semi-conductor material.

The approaches were discussed by township commissioners at their March 7 meeting, and Commissioner Mike Dougherty said the payback period for induction lighting was estimated at about eight and a half years versus 17 years for LED lights.

Commissioner Matthew Sullivan said that kind of data would influence his vote.

“For me, it comes down to the one with the shorter payback period,” he said.

While LED lights would use less electricity, the township would not realize those savings since PECO charges a flat rate for street lighting, Commissioner Frank Noyes said.

Resident Soren Spring suggested inviting a firm to install new streetlights — either at no cost or a discount — in exchange for the ability to showcase and market it to other communities.

But Sullivan said any project costing more than $10,000 would, by law, have to go out to bid, which could rule out such a possibility.

Ambient mass spectrometry source uses high air flow rates

The ion collection tube in the novel source was 50 cm long with an unusually large internal diameter of 3 mm. It led into a refluence tube which was attached to the mass spectrometer and was pumped using an aspirator as a supplementary pump to generate high air flow rates up to 25 L/min. The collection tube inlet was positioned near the sample to collect desorbed ions and the other end was held 5-10 mm from the mass spectrometer orifice.

The effect of the air flow rate was illustrated in initial experiments with the dye rhodamine 6G on a glass plate using desorption electrospray ionisation (DESI) and a time of flight mass spectrometer. The intensity of the characteristic ion at m/z 443 increased rapidly with rising air flow rate and was still rising at the maximum flow rate, changing 75-fold over the range.

The researchers attributed this vast improvement to higher collection efficiency due to better pumping combined with reduced levels of neutralisation of the charged droplets on the transport tube walls, even though the transport distance to the orifice was relatively long.

With the signal intensity of conventional ESI set to 100%, the relative intensity for remote ESI, in which the source was at the open end of the 50-cm transport tube, was just 7%. However that for AFA-ESI was 150%. So, the ion intensity losses in remote ESI can be countered with AFA-ESI.

Further studies on the influence of the static electric field applied between the transport tube and an ion funnel in its open end showed that air flow was the dominant effect.

In AFA-ESI experiments with the protein cytochrome c, ion intensities again increased with air flow rate and shifted to higher charge states, although they remained lower than those in conventional ESI. This shift was interpreted in terms of increased desolvation of the ions at higher flow rates, which was supported by other experiments.

In addition, the variation of water cluster intensities with air flow rate in AFA-APCI studies confirmed that clusters are promoted by higher flow rates, preventing fragmentation.

This combination of reduced fragmentation and improved ion capture and transport using the long transport tube enhanced the sensitivity of remote sampling ambient mass spectrometry, which the researchers illustrated with a series of analytes and sampling conditions.

2011年4月12日 星期二

TFT-LCD module R&D plays up touchscreen

Makers of TFT-LCD modules are boosting output and stepping up to new-generation LCD production lines to keep pace with electronics trends.
Touchscreen and LED backlighting technologies are shaping China’s TFT-LCD module industry. In line with trends in consumer led tube electronics, particularly the popularity of the iPod, iPhone and iPad, more releases now incorporate capacitive touch panels. Some companies have developed transmissive and transflective sunlight-readable models.

LED-backlit panels measuring larger than 40in are forecast to register faster growth than staple small and midsize units, according to DisplaySearch. Modules belonging to the last two categories are typically targeted at portable terminals, automotive onboard displays, industrial apparatuses, medical equipment and amusement devices.

Makers in China are also increasing resolution and supporting 3D capability. Other R&D trends point to higher brightness, wider viewing angle and operating temperature range, lower power consumption and anti-glare.

With mobile phones still the top application, a-Si TFT-LCD modules remain dominant. More than 60 percent of handsets this year will adopt it, while upscale phones go for LTPS.

Most enterprises are optimistic of continued growth after registering as much as 40 percent upturn last year. Although the global industry experienced an oversupply in 2H10, a rising number of local manufacturers led tube are looking to expand capacity to meet mounting domestic demand and boost overseas business. A few are in fact bolstering exports. China Display Technology Co. Ltd attended the 2011 International CES last January to reach more clients from the US and Europe. Its new factory in Huangshan, Anhui province, will start operations in June, churning out capacitive touchscreen panels and 3D glasses.

Tianma, meanwhile, has commenced manufacture of TFT LCDs and color filters at its Wuhan province facility. Once in full operation, the plant will have a monthly capacity of 30,000 panels, 90,000 color filters and 20 million TFT-LCD modules. The enterprise is authorized to establish a national standard for onboard TFT modules for cars. Its Chengdu factory in Sichuan province has also started mass-manufacturing TFT-LCD modules.

BOE has finished building its 8G TFT-LCD line, which aims to yield 2,200x2,500mm panels for 26, 32, 47, 52 and 55in LCD TVs.

If the 8.5G lines of BOE and TCL kick off mass production by end-2011, China is expected to surpass the capacity of Japan and become the third-largest hub for this line worldwide.

Optimism for the sector and the low technology threshold have been expanding China’s maker pool, which currently numbers nearly 100. More than half of manufacturers are clustered in the Pearl River Delta region, taking advantage of the area’s solid supply chain and local government subsidies. Others are located in the Yangtze River Delta region, Fujian province and in the port city of Dalian in Liaoning province.

Many major globalplayers also have manufacturing facilities in China.

With production costs rising in eastern coastal areas due to mounting labor and operational expenses, a number of tier 1 manufacturers have set up new factories inland to skirt both issues. Wuhan, Sichuan and Anhui provinces are among the top options. Plant equipment is typically purchased from Japan, South Korea and the US.

FZLED Releases Energy-Efficient LED Tube Lights

High-performance LED lighting provider, FZLED has launched a new series of LED tube lights.
The T8 LED series is offered in two led tube sizes, four feet and two feet. It provides a direct alternative solution for conventional T8 tube lights and is suitable for commercial, industrial and residential applications.

The high-performance tube lights have a built-in dimming feature, which enables the lights to work at different light intensities; 100%, 50%, 25% and 12%. The T8 LED lights provide more than 50% of energy saving, easy to install and have an operating life of more than 35000 h. The longer led tube lifetime makes them ideal for architectural, flood, mood, and indoor lighting use. They can be fitted into standard G13 sockets.

The light source of the T8 series is Liteon 5050 SMD LED. With this source, the two-foot long tube light generates nearly 850 lm by using 12 W of power. The four-foot long tube light produces nearly 1700 lm by using 22 W of power.

FZLED’s T8 series does not radiate heat or IR light and does not contain mercury. It eliminates starters and traditional ballast removal. Hence, it makes the installation process quick and easy. The LED tube lights are ETL, CE and FCC approved.

2011年4月6日 星期三

Market mixed as rally stalls

Steel & Tube Holdings led gainers in a mixed New Zealand stock market as the benchmark NZX 50 Index's 13-day rally stalled at a 34-month high.

Nuplex Industries extended its slide to an eight-month low.

The NZX 50 rose 1.51, or 0.04 per cent, to 3453.64 as at midday.

The index held at the highest level since June 2008.

Within the index, 25 stocks were unchanged or untraded, outnumbering the 13 gainers and 11 decliners.

Steel & Tube climbed 2.3 per cent to $2.71. Shares of the company that sells steel building products such as reinforcing bar are rated 'outperform' based on the consensus of four analyst recommendations compiled by Reuters.

Steel & Tube stands to benefit when the rebuild of Christchurch gets underway, stoking demand for building products.

Colonial Motor, which operates vehicle dealerships in Christchurch, rose 6.5 per cent to $2.45 after giving an update of earthquake damage on Friday, showing that only one of its four operations has been impaired by the quake damage.

Of the four, its Team Hutchinson Ford unit is within the Red Zone and a preliminary assessment shows it may be able to operate from 40 per cent of the site once some demolition work is done and public access restored.

Fletcher Building, the biggest company on the exchange, dipped 0.5 per cent to $9.29, easing from last week's three-year when it completed its Crane Group takeover and was included in Australia's S&P/ASX 200 Index.

Nuplex declined 2.3 per cent to $2.98.

Shares of the specialty chemical maker have been on a slide since late February, when the company posted a 10 per cent decline in first-half earnings because of rising raw material costs and adverse foreign exchange movements and recognised $1.8 million of a $3 million settlement with the Securities Commission.

The New Zealand dollar will probably rise this week, as surging risk appetites and stronger commodity prices help the currency shrug off tomorrow's business confidence numbers for the first quarter, which are widely seen as weaker in the wake of the Christchurch earthquake.

All six of the strategists and economists surveyed by BusinessDesk expect the kiwi to gain against the US dollar, with the currency likely to trade in a range of between US75.85 cents and US77.25 cents, amid strong resistance on the topside.

That comes after the New Zealand dollar broke through a technical level last week to last trade at US76.85 cents from US75.05 cents on Friday in New York.

Skellerup Holdings was unchanged at $1.32 after AMP Capital disclosed a 20.3 per cent stake in the manufacturer, reflecting the interest it has assumed with parent AMP's takeover of Axa Asia Pacific.

FZLED T8 LED Tube Lights Now Available

FZLED T8 LED Tube Lights Now Available - with Newly Innovated Dimming Functionality


FZLED, maker of high-performance LED lighting products, today releases their new line of T8 LED Tube Lights. Available in two sizes, two feet (58cm and 60cm) and four feet (120cm), these high-performance LED tube lights are direct replacements for traditional T8 tubes and fit standard G13 sockets with an AC voltage range of 90-264V. FZLED's commitment to R&D has enabled them to incorporate a creative dimming function into their T8 LED Tube Lights. This built-in feature allows the Tube Lights to function at 12%, 25%, 50%, and 100% of light intensity. The desired level of brightness is selected by pressing the on/off power switch multiple times. Uniquely designed dimming functionality, easy installation, and energy savings over fifty-percent make this new line of LED products ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial use.

“We are very proud of these new T8 LED Tube Lights. As the first company in the LED industry to incorporate switching dimmable IC technology into an indoor lighting product, FZLED is further demonstrating our commitment to innovation and exceptional quality.” - Alan Lin, CEO, FZLED

Both sizes of the T8 LED Tube Lights are available with or without FZLED's newly innovated dimming function. Requiring no starters and with no need to remove traditional ballasts the FZLED T8 Tube Lights can be used by consumers immediately, without complicated installations. With lifetimes of at least 35,000 hours these high-quality LED lighting products are excellent for indoor, architectural, flood, and mood lighting.

Using Liteon 5050 SMD LEDs, the two foot long T8 LED Tube Light uses 12 watts of power and produces up to 850 luminous flux (lm) while the four foot long T8 LED Tube Light uses 22 watts and produces up to 1700 lm. Both sizes are available with bright 6000K CCT, softer 4000K CCT, or softest 3000K CCT. With high power-conversion ratios, replacing traditional T8 tubes with FZLED's T8 LED Tube Lights can provide over fifty-percent in energy savings. Emitting no harmful UV or IR rays, using no mercury, and with significantly reduced CO2 emissions, compared to traditional T8 tubes, FZLED's T8 LED Tube Lights are eco-friendly and a lighting solution that users can feel good about.

These high-quality T8 LED Tube Lights are currently available in Taiwan and Singapore. FZLED is excited to build relationships with more distribution partners in order to provide consumers around the world with their innovative, energy-saving, and high-performance lighting solutions.