Zinc Galvanizing Vs. Zinc Plating

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We hear a lot of buzz from advertisers about the wonders of owning this or that thing that has galvanized steel. But what exactly is galvanized and what makes it better than other types of steel. The truth is that some of these are just hype. The coating may be misrepresented to get you to buy the product. If you want to know more about the properties of galvanization versus plating read on.

The claim of galvanization is also made for products that are really only a zinc coating. This is done using a technological advancement known as high-speed galvanizing. The coatings are then sprayed with a polymer topcoat to add to its characteristics.

Although the process for zinc plating and zinc galvanizing are basically the same, there really is a big difference. The difference is the thickness of the zinc that is applied to the surface of the steel.

Zinc plating is generally applied using an electric current. This current is run through a zinc salt solution that has the pieces that are to be coated in it. The process leaves a coat of pure zinc on the item. The cheap hardware usually only gets about 15 microns and the more expensive products get more.

To get the best type of galvanized product you need to be certain that is has been hot dip galvanized. This adds a coating that is 50 microns thick, which means you get over 10x the protection with galvanization. This process dips a piece into molten zinc.

This process makes the item stronger and more resistant to corrosion. If you are buying an item that is going to be exposed to a lot of rain and other things that have a highly corrosive effect, this is the one you want. However because most people, everyday consumers, are not conversant of the differences in the processes, they buy the lesser items and find that they do not hold up as well.

Items with zinc coating are really not suited for use in the out-of-doors. If you purchase zinc plated hinges and bolts for things that will be exposed to the elements for any length of time you will see that you have to replace them over and over again. Although the items that are zinc-plated look great at the beginning, in about six months time you begin to see the change. The hot dipped hardware looks a bit duller but that is because of the thickness. In this case, dull means good and shinynot so much.

The next time you are in the market for a zinc coated part, remember the differences between zinc plating and zinc galvanizing.

Zermatt Hotels Make The Finest Switzerland Vacation Destinations

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Zermatt is situated in the southern-most part of Switzerland in the Valais canton. This is a mountain resort that is renowned for the mountain climbing and skiing as well as the Alpine recreational activities. The village of Zermatt sits at 1,620m and is right below the Matterhorn, an iconic, snowcapped peak that draws many all year long.

Bahnhofstrasse is the main street in this car-less village and youll find many upscale boutiques as well as several luxurious Zermatt hotels that range from luxury priced hotels to modestly priced chalets. Each of them is either right in the center of it all or on the outskirts. But no matter which you may choose, youll find one where you want to spend your time doing what you love to do.

Wonderful Zermatt Hotels Are Waiting For You

Like the Romantik Hotel Julen which is designed for business and leisure travelers. Situated in Uferweg Area, it is one of the villages most idealistic and popular Zermatt hotels. It is just 1 km from the center and has accessibility to the most important town facilities and is conveniently located to every destination the area has to offer and is on your must-see list.

The facilities and services will ensure a pleasant stay that you wont soon forget. Youll have free Wi-Fi in your room as well as first-rate room service. Or enjoy the on-site restaurant with all the local cuisine you can imagine.  Some rooms offer an LCD television and a whirlpool bathtub and all rooms are non-smoking. The recreational facilities include a fitness center, a sauna, and an indoor pool. There is a spa where you can relax after a day on the slopes or out shopping in the village.

The Alfa Zermatt Hotel

One of the most comfortable and cozy Zermatt hotels, this family-run accommodation is centrally located in the heart of Zermatt. A 5-minute walk will get you to the train station which can get you just about anywhere you want to go in this area. There are superb views of the Matterhorn in most of the rooms and each morning, there is a complimentary breakfast buffet waiting for you next door in the sister hotel with an organic food corner. You can also choose local specialties and several international dishes too. The new spa center for Alfa Zermatt Hotel guests in the sister hotel as well for a small additional cost.

The Apparthotel Hemizeus & Iremia Spa

This one of many family-run Zermatt hotels that offer panoramic Matterhorn views as well as Swiss cuisine. There is a new spa area too where you can ease those sore muscles from a day on the slopes or mountain climbing. This is one of the Zermatt hotels that offers ski-in and ski-out convenience right at the doorstep. The new Iremia Spa and a Finnish sauna, as well as a steam bath, are all complimentary just as the Kneipp pool and the Jacuzzi.

Youll be just twenty minutes from the center of Zermatt at the Apparthotel Hemizeus & Iremia Spa and close to the bus stop. The on-site restaurant serves Swiss cuisine as well as many International cuisines and is sure to see the charming wine cellar!  This Zermatt hotel offers free transfer service during limited hours from and to the train station.

Zermatt is a car-free village and this is one of the Zermatt hotels in a unique location with Matterhorn views that are unbeatable. Before you begin your day of adventure, shopping or skiing, start with the breakfast buffet and then when you return, use the luxurious spa to relax. Your room will be created in designs by Heinz Julen, a Swiss artist, and designer. Each room has a flat screen, LCD television, and a Nespresso coffee machine. For the rooms that dont have a balcony, enjoy the beautiful terrace that this Zermatt hotel has on the ground floor. It is a relaxing atmosphere with an unobstructed view of the great Matterhorn.

Yacht First Mate Duties

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I am the First Mate of the trawler, the Patricia Ann. I jokingly call myself the Admiral because any decision the Captain makes can be overruled by me but we are usually a good team and in agreement.
A luxury yacht is a small city afloat. There are several power generation systems aboard, both alternating and direct currents and maybe a solar system on some boats, a waste treatment system, hotel accommodations to allow the crew to sleep and rest, food preparation systems (electrical or propane), food storage systems (freezers and refrigeration), navigational systems to allow the yacht to move about the city and even entertainment systems with movies and concerts. Yes, a {{{luxury yacht

large yacht is a rather complex system. Running a yacht is a team effort it would be very difficult for one person to handle and monitor everything.

A First Mates role is to do anything that the Captain cannot.

As First Mate, I stow everything down below when we are getting ready to cruise (anything that can fall and break while underway) . I also handle the lines when leaving the dock. I also make sure to hang those lines in their proper place once we get underway. The Patricia Ann is always ship shape and clutter is NOT an option. While we are cruising to our destination, I am reading paper charts while the Captain is operating the boat and navigating with the chart plotter. We rarely go without both paper and electronic charts.

When we reach our destination, its my job to lower the anchor, allowing the Captain to set the hook at which time I fasten the bridle. If we take our dinghy ashore, the Captain runs that the same as he does Patricia Ann and I handle lines. Its just a lot easier on a 10 boat than a 44 boat! When we are ready to leave our anchorage, I bring the hook up, wash the chain and anchor off and secure the pin. When we arrive back at our slip, I again handle the lines while the Captain guides Patricia Ann right where she should be. I guess another way to look at it is I am the Captains assistant. Some women might have a problem with that but I dont. We know couples whose roles are reversed whatever works!

Another very important first mate duty is to plan meals and provision. We both do the actual provisioning but I get to plan everything. I enjoy this part and love the shopping even more! We both enjoy cooking my Captain is the grill-king and I am the galley slave, just kidding. I plan healthy, tasty and easy meals as I dont want to spend hours in the galley when there are islands to explore!

The Captain on our boat is responsible for maintaining the boats engines and all associated equipment and systems. I am responsible for keeping a clean living environment which includes the bridge, sundeck and isinglass.

We found an inexpensive way to keep our isinglass clean which does a fair job. We put 1 tablespoon of baby shampoo in gallon of distilled water and use a car wash mitt. Dry it off with a chamois and voila, you are done. I like the way Klear to Sea works better but it is far more expensive so I alternate between the two. My Captain is responsible for washing the exterior and its amazing how dirty it can get. We painted our boat about 3 years ago so we have to be careful which soaps we use as some leave the surface looking chalky and dull.

Mike Dickens is the operator of Paradise Yachts, located in Florida USA. Paradise Yachts is a full service yacht brokerage offering quality used yachts and boats. We sell and ship worldwide.

Visit the Paradise Yachts website to view our selection of Used Trawlers, Used Motor Yachts, and Used Sailboats for Sale

Women, Listen to your body... It might save your life!

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It's so common - you're exhausted as usual and your stomach is a bit upset but that's no surprise with the high pressure schedule you've been keeping up all day. You're also feeling a little bloated so maybe your period's going to start early and naturally, you have to empty your bladder again. Although this may sound pretty normal for all of us who are juggling marriage, career, motherhood and some community service... and it probably is in fact pretty normal, these are also some of the symptoms of two problems that can kill you, HEART ATTACK and OVARIAN CANCER.

Heart disease is the number one killer of both women and men and diseases of the heart have become the leading killer of women in the United States. Since 1984, heart disease has claimed more women than men. Approximately 500,000 women die each year from cardiovascular disease in the United States alone. In fact, women account for nearly half of all heart attack deaths. Cardiovascular disease claims more female lives than breast cancer, accidents and diabetes combined.

Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common cancer among women in the United States. One in 72 women will develop ovarian cancer (lifetime risk) and one in 95 women will die from ovarian cancer. Do you know one hundred women? This statistic means you should expect one of them to die from ovarian cancer. Each year, approximately 20,000 American women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer and about 15,000 women die of the disease. Approximately 174,236 women living in the United States have ovarian cancer or have a history of ovarian cancer.

There are many diseases that are "silent" or whose symptoms mimic lesser problems. People can be unaware of diabetes or hypertension, for example. Left untreated, both chronic medical problems can slowly destroy your quality of life or take your life. Other disorders are sneaky - their symptoms mimic lesser problems, allowing the underlying issue to go undetected until there's a crisis. Gallbladder problems for example, can lead to gas, indigestion, heartburn and fatigue, nuisance symptoms that most people accept as part of living and manage with over-the-counter medications or benign neglect. A malfunctioning gall bladder often doesn't get diagnosed until there is a classic gall bladder attack.

So why do we want to shine a special light on heart attack and ovarian cancer? Both can be fatal without early detection. Both have sneaky symptoms, mimic lesser disorders, physicians and other health care providers tend to dismiss or misdiagnose these symptoms, and there are no simple screening tools.

Heart attack is often fatal without early detection whereas ovarian cancer frequently goes undetected until it is advanced and then it is usually fatal. There is often a delay between the time a person begins experiencing symptoms and when they seek medical care.

More than 50% of the 1.2 million people who suffer a heart attack each year in the United States die in an emergency department or before reaching a hospital, within an hour of symptom onset. Survival rates are improved by up to 50% if treatment is started within one hour of symptom onset and by 23% if it is achieved within three hours of symptom onset. Researchers discovered that old age, being a woman, having less education, less money or being black, and symptoms which aren't severe or don't fit "classic" heart attack symptoms are associated with increased delays in seeking treatment.

Ovarian cancer is also not easily diagnosed because its initial symptoms are mild, often attributed to other causes and there is no specific diagnostic test for ovarian cancer. There is an 85-93% survival rate if ovarian cancer is diagnosed at Stage I - contained within the ovary (or ovaries). However, less than 20% of ovarian cancer cases are diagnosed at this early stage and if discovered at Stage IV, survival is only 18% after 5 years.

Both heart attack and ovarian cancer have "sneaky" symptoms and can also be very nonspecific and mimic other problems. You can probably recite the classic heart attack symptoms, i.e., chest pain radiating down the left arm, crushing sensation, shortness of breath, sweating. That's absolutely correct, if you're a man! Unfortunately, researchers have only recently discovered that women's heart attack symptoms are often very different from those classic symptoms. In a ground breaking study of female heart attack victims, 95% of women studied said they knew their symptoms were new or different a month or more before experiencing their heart attack. The symptoms most commonly reported were unusual fatigue, sleep disturbance and shortness of breath. Fewer than 30% reported having chest pain or discomfort prior to their heart attacks, and 43% reported no chest pain during any phase of the attack.

Here's what every woman needs to know. Women's major symptoms prior to their heart attack (a month or so earlier) are non-specific and include unusual fatigue, sleep disturbance, shortness of breath, indigestion and anxiety.

Similarly, ovarian cancer symptoms are often very mild in its early, most easily curable stages. A 2004 study of women with ovarian cancer discovered that crampy abdominal pain and urinary urgency, frequency or incontinence were the most commonly documented symptoms in women who had Stage I and II ovarian cancer. In patients with Stages III and IV cancer, abdominal pain and increased abdominal girth were the most commonly documented symptoms. These rather non-specific symptoms are often shrugged off or attributed to something else. Common misdiagnoses include irritable bowel syndrome, stress and depression.

So how do you pinpoint when your abdominal cramps are simple constipation or a passing virus versus early cancer? The key seems to be recognizing whether the symptoms continue or get worse. With most digestive disorders, symptoms tend to come and go, or they occur in certain situations or after eating certain foods. With ovarian cancer, there's typically little fluctuation symptoms are constant and gradually worsen.

To add insult to injury, there is no simple screening test for identifying women who may develop a heart attack or ovarian cancer. Both require time consuming workups. Specialized 'stress the heart' tests such as the treadmill stress test or cardiac scans are usually required to sort out women who have the potential to have a heart attack whereas the diagnosis of ovarian cancer is made by a combination of symptoms, blood tests, manual examination and special studies including pelvic ultrasound. The manual exam relies on the doctor to physically feel masses. If masses are felt, the cancer is typically advanced. The pelvic ultrasound is the most reliable way to evaluate the ovaries for cancer. This procedure, in conjunction with the other tests, creates a diagnostic tool kit for ovarian cancer. The blood test, CA-125, measures a protein associated with cancer. If the CA-125 is elevated there's a good chance that cancer is present, although since other situations such as being premenopausal can also elevate CA-125, there are many false positives. On the other hand, the CA-125 is only elevated about half the time, even when ovarian cancer is present, leading to many false negatives as well. As a result, the CA-125 blood test is used together with other tests.

We now know that there are clusters of symptoms that can help to identify these disorders in their earliest stages. Many women ignore their heart attack symptoms because they are too minor or don't fit the classic pattern of symptoms. Unfortunately, doctors also fail to recognize these symptoms as heart attack red flags for the same reasons.

Both healthcare providers and women need to change their thinking about women and heart attacks. If your gradual shortness of breath, fatigue, sleep disturbance or indigestion seems to be continuing, see your doctor right away and ask to be evaluated for heart disease, even if it's not suggested. If you start to feel sweaty, more short of breath and dizzy, call 911. Better a false alarm than a funeral.

Follow the same thinking for ovarian cancer. Recognize that if you have a family history of ovarian cancer, you are at much higher risk for developing the disease. If you have abdominal symptoms like cramping or urinary symptoms such as frequency or urgency almost daily for more than a few weeks, you should see your doctor, preferably your gynecologist.

Listen to your body...and get help for suspicious symptoms. Learn how to identify early symptoms of heart attack and ovarian cancer. Tell every woman you know. If your doctor seems willing to dismiss the symptoms as something else without testing to rule out impending heart attack or early stage ovarian cancer, stop and have a discussion.

Heart attack and ovarian cancer no longer need to be such aggressive killers of women. You know yourself and your body better than anyone else. When your body produces warning symptoms, listen to it. You may find that you are stressed, depressed, have digestive problems or are perimenopausal...and that's good to know so you can work on helping yourself reduce or eliminate those problems. Or, you may discover that your body is telling you to take action and save your own life.

Wish A Gold Metal Detector You're Not the Only One

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A gold metal detector can do more than uncover precious metals. It can also bring you help detect new friends. There are many clubs and organizations based on people going out into the world armed with a gold metal detector. People of all ages and economic classes enjoy getting together in person or online and talking about their favorite hobby. Using a metal detector is far from a lonely hobby.

Where Can You Find Them?

There are gold metal detector clubs in almost every state in America (and many states host several clubs). Other countries that have clubs are Canada, Holland, England, Wales, Australia, Norway, Poland and Bulgaria. You can contact them in person, through regular mail or online. One of the parent organizations for gold metal detector clubs is the National Metal Detecting League, which can help you find a club in your area.

Metal detector clubs also routinely help with community service projects, so you might bump into them in person. You can often see them helping out at a local charity walk, clean up day or with your local library's fund-raising events. If there are any fairs or farmer's markets in your area, they will often rent a stall or table to not only help promote the club and the hobby in general, but often sell some odds and ends to help the club.

No Device Required

You don't need a top of the line precision gold metal detector in order to be allowed into the club or attend the social events they have. Many gold metal detector clubs hold events where treasure is hidden and you have to be the quickest to find it. You will soon want to get a gold metal detector to join in on all of the fun, but you will be among the best people to help you make a wise purchase decision. You may even find a bargain on a gold metal detector that another club member may want to sell in order to get fancier equipment.

There are many advantages to joining a gold metal detector club besides the thrill of discovery.' You get to go outdoors. You get exercise. You learn a skill which may hugely help you, your family and community. Some metal detector members volunteer to find lost metal objects with their tools - even if the object is in a garbage dump. Being able to reunite a person with their lost sentimental (and possibly valuable) object is personally rewarding.

Wire Mesh Fence

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Ruijie Hardware Wire Mesh Co. Limited has everything that you need if you are looking for materials for your fence. Our company strives to supply all types of wire mesh fences for any function or purpose. In addition, the fencing materials we produce undergo special steel treatments to make sure that they will last for a long time. We can assure you that you will get our products in the lowest prices possible.

We specialize in mesh fence and all its types. The reason we stick to mesh type fences is because we know for a fact that mesh is a long lasting and versatile material. If you look around your neighborhood you will notice that more if not most homeowners already use wire mesh for their fences. This simply means that wire mesh is now the default choice for a home fence.

The passage of time and the advancement of technology have both affected the applicability of the wire fence as material for bordering and security. They are no longer confined to home use but they have expanded as well to being used for pets, zoos, construction, railways and many more. The following is a short list of our products and services.

Welded Mesh Fence - One of our variants for this product class is welded razor barbed mesh fence. Providing outstanding protection for you very important properties, this mesh fence is guaranteed to be strong enough to keep intruders at bay.

Woven Mesh Fence - Our woven mesh fence is one of our more flexible products. Perfect for gardens, they are easy to install.

- If you have a large property and you want to put borders, then this is the fence for you. This product is hard-wearing so you can be sure that it will last for a long time protecting your property.

Chain Link Fence - This is actually the most popular mesh fence materials. They are made of low carbon and stainless steel wires. They are also known as hurricane fence, diamond mesh fence or cyclone fence.

- Our very own mesh fence come in three varieties. This is the type of fence that needs help when used in parking applications.

There are many more types of wire fences. There are temporary fence wires, 358 fence or 358 high security fence, 868 fence or double wire fence, welded razor, et cetera. As you can see there are a good number of wire mesh fence products that we can offer. If you need any more information, please log on to our website at http://www.rjmeshfence.com/

We want to have more clients so if you want to do a personal visit of our facilities, feel free to do so. We look forward to having wire mesh fence a lasting business partnership. Whenever you think of property protection, just think of Ruijie Hardware Wire Mesh Co. Limited and you are sure that we have all your needed materials. Phone, fax, email or call, there is more than enough ways to get in touch with us.

The Benefits Of Aluminium Pool Fencing

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For number of years there has been a debate raging for a while concerning the relative merits of Aluminium pool fencing and steel. Metal fencing was the very first form of pool fencing, and in its day it was really a significant design achievement. From the 1960s, nevertheless, it's become fairly apparent that the concept has changed. There are certainly a few issues with steel pool fences, and Aluminium gates gold coast has become increasingly popular being a good option.
The issues with steel pool fences
Steel is structurally solid, but it is also very vulnerable to rust, and may react with pool chemicals. Additionally, it reacts to weathering, and it is a nuisance to correct. It may also be extremely costly, and if it's suffered any significant damage, it may have a substantial hole in the budget.
An additional problem is color. Colored metal fences possess one key flaw. Deterioration on steel fencing invariably scrapes and chips metal. Re-coloring steel fences is surely not a flavor, and obviously the same problem basically happens again over time.
These fences had been the predecessors of contemporary pool fences and lots of lessons have now been learned from metal fences. Metal fences are weighty, and sometimes hard to use. Any breaks in the fence may have to be welded, or a whole area of fence fully changed. That, as you might have guessed is just a pretty expensive procedure, and it can be very hard job if that one part of fence is usually in a hard to gain access to place.
Aluminium pool area fences, the best option
Aluminium infill panels gold coast has virtually evolved from the numerous difficulties with steel fences. They are lightweight fences, are really easy to work well with, will also be very long lasting, weatherproof, and rustproof and don't possess the maintenance difficulties of steel fences.
The very best aluminium pool area fences are powder covered fences which are extremely long-lasting and come in an exceedingly wide selection of designs. Pool owners who value these characteristics significantly reduce the amount of repair required and enjoy longevity for life.
Those characteristics end up to saving quite a bit of money, especially as time passes. Aluminium pool fences also resolve a variety of design challenges which metal fences merely can't address. Aluminium, being fully a lightweight material, could be very easily shaped into incredibly elegant designs which could mix with any type of scenery and architecture effortlessly.
Conclusion
If anything, really the only problem with Aluminium infill panels gold coast fences may be the sheer array of options available. When searching for a pool fence, it's advisable to confer with your fencing contractors about the number of designs they've available. You will discover without exception that the fencing contractors will have the ability to provide you with an excellent range of choices. They may also be able to supply invaluable on-site guidance dealing with safety situations without compromising style values. Aluminium pool fences are merely the better option in just about any situation. When searching for your fence, seek advice from the local fencing contractors and you will not be disappointed.

For number of years there has been a debate raging for a while concerning the relative merits of Aluminium pool fencing and steel. Metal fencing was the very first form of pool fencing, and in its day it was really a significant design achievement. From the 1960s, nevertheless, it's become fairly apparent that the concept has changed. There are certainly a few issues with steel pool fences, and Aluminium gates gold coast has become increasingly popular being a good option.
The issues with steel pool fences
Steel is structurally solid, but it is also very vulnerable to rust, and may react with pool chemicals. Additionally, it reacts to weathering, and it is a nuisance to correct. It may also be extremely costly, and if it's suffered any significant damage, it may have a substantial hole in the budget.
An additional problem is color. Colored metal fences possess one key flaw. Deterioration on steel fencing invariably scrapes and chips metal. Re-coloring steel fences is surely not a flavor, and obviously the same problem basically happens again over time.
These fences had been the predecessors of contemporary pool fences and lots of lessons have now been learned from metal fences. Metal fences are weighty, and sometimes hard to use. Any breaks in the fence may have to be welded, or a whole area of fence fully changed. That, as you might have guessed is just a pretty expensive procedure, and it can be very hard job if that one part of fence is usually in a hard to gain access to place.
Aluminium pool area fences, the best option
Aluminium infill panels gold coast has virtually evolved from the numerous difficulties with steel fences. They are lightweight fences, are really easy to work well with, will also be very long lasting, weatherproof, and rustproof and don't possess the maintenance difficulties of steel fences.
The very best aluminium pool area fences are powder covered fences which are extremely long-lasting and come in an exceedingly wide selection of designs. Pool owners who value these characteristics significantly reduce the amount of repair required and enjoy longevity for life.
Those characteristics end up to saving quite a bit of money, especially as time passes. Aluminium pool fences also resolve a variety of design challenges which metal fences merely can't address. Aluminium, being fully a lightweight material, could be very easily shaped into incredibly elegant designs which could mix with any type of scenery and architecture effortlessly.
Conclusion
If anything, really the only problem with Aluminium infill panels gold coast fences may be the sheer array of options available. When searching for a pool fence, it's advisable to confer with your fencing contractors about the number of designs they've available. You will discover without exception that the fencing contractors will have the ability to provide you with an excellent range of choices. They may also be able to supply invaluable on-site guidance dealing with safety situations without compromising style values. Aluminium pool fences are merely the better option in just about any situation. When searching for your fence, seek advice from the local fencing contractors and you will not be disappointed.

The Bandit VXL - The Fastest Ready-to-race Electric Buggy!

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The Bandit VXL expands the Extreme Sports Buggy Legacy with even more power than you ever thought possible. The new Velineon Brushless Power System accelerates Bandit VXL into the stratosphere with jet-like thrust and incredible 70+mph top speed! The Bandit VXL is a low-slung, lightweight speed machine that's rocket fast on pavement and rips incredible roost off-road. Get a pair of Bandits together and the race is on. Bandit VXL is a driver's machine that will put your skills to the test with its mind-blowing top speed and lightning quick handling response.

Out of the box, the Velineon Brushless Power System is optimized to put down the tire-melting horsepower, neck-snapping speed, and precision throttle response you expect from brushless. Most of all, it's brushless done the Traxxas way: wicked fast and easy to use. Just plug it in for an instant rush of power and adrenaline.

The Velineon Brushless Power system takes the guesswork out of enjoying the benefits of world-class brushless power. The system components work together as an optimized package, engineered from the start to deliver the ultimate in efficiency, speed, and run time. With the Bandit VXL, your battery selection determines your speed and skill level. Velineon accepts the widest range of battery types, including 3-cell Lithium Polymer packs (3S LiPo packs). These packs pump out over 11 volts of power for intense, skill level 5 speeds beyond 70mph* Nothing else even comes close. Built-in low-voltage detection in the VXL-3s Electronic Speed Control conveniently helps you maintain your LiPo battery packs in top condition.

The quest for ultimate speed began with the battery connector. As today's batteries store more and more energy inside their cells, traditional battery connectors became a roadblock, unable to deliver all the energy the battery is capable of outputting. The new Traxxas High-Current Connector and Maxx Cable 12-gauge wire opens the door for unrestricted current flow.

The Velineon 3500 Brushless Motor is precision-matched for use in the 1/10th scale Bandit, delivering the perfect balance of brutal horsepower and efficiency. The sensorless design works with the sophisticated circuitry in the VXL-3s Electronic Speed Control for smooth starts and precise control, without the need for additional sensors and wiring. Since there are no brushes or commutator to cause friction and wear, Velineon brushless power is always fast, run after run.

The Velineon VXL-3s forward/reverse electronic speed control simplifies brushless technology with easy operation that gives you all the control you need for maximum fun. Quickly choose from 3 drive profiles in exactly the same manner as other Traxxas electronic speed controls (such as the XL-5). Profiles include: Sport, Race, and Training Mode (patent pending). Training Mode limits full-throttle power to 50% allowing young or new drivers to safely develop their control skills before unleashing the full-throttle capability of the Velineon system. Bandit VXL's performance can be tailored for drivers of any age and experience. High-frequency transistors and advanced circuit design deliver incredibly smooth and refined throttle control. With the VXL-3s you have the flexibility to use conventional brushed motors, brushless motors, and sensored brushless motors. The VXL-3s auto detects the motor type for you. High-current capacity (320 amps peak) and two-stage thermal protection frees you from motor limits.

The Bandit VXL is equipped to handle serious horsepower with features such as the advanced Revo-Spec Torque-Control slipper clutch. The patent-pending design delivers smooth operation, precise adjustment, and consistent traction control, even when tortured with massive amounts of horsepower. New upgrades to the Bandit VXL include high-grade hex hardware, precision metal turnbuckle links with heavy-duty rod ends, and larger 5x11mm rubber-sealed ball bearings at the wheels. The transmission is beefed-up as well with tough new steel gears. With so much speed available, the Bandit VXL is equipped with an all-new digital high-torque steering servo for lightning-quick steering response and confidence-inspiring precision.W ON BANDIT VXL
New on Bandit VXL

- Traxxas High-Current Connector
- Maxx Cable 12-gauge wiring
- Digital high-torque steering servo
- Precision steel turnbuckles with heavy-duty rod ends
- Metric hex hardware
- Front suspension tie bar
- Steel transmission gears
- 5x11 rubber sealed ball bearings at the wheels

The Bandit is 100% Ready-To-Race right out of the box with the TQ 2-channel radio system, and the Velineon Brushless Power System. Just take the Bandit VXL out of the box, charge up a battery, and drive!

Anaconda 2.2" Tires (sold separately)
If your favorite place to race is an asphalt jungle, transform your Bandit VXL into an ultimate street machine with available Anaconda 2.2" street treads. These sticky, high-traction tires are made for aggressive handling on paved surfaces. The proven Anaconda design features large tread blocks that provide incredible grip and long-wearing performance. Buy them pre-glued and ready to install for instant on-road action.

Features
- Powered by the Velineon Brushless Power System
- Traxxas High-Current Connector allows high-capacity battery packs to deliver maximum voltage to the Velineon Brushless Power System
- Maxx Cable 12-gauge wire
- Velineon VXL-3S Electronic Speed Control
- LiPo, NiCad, and NiMH compatible with two-stage low-voltage detection
- Auto-detects brushed, sensorless and sensored brushless motors
- Sport Mode: Forward / Brake / Reverse
- Race Mode: Forward / Brake
- Training Mode - 50% Forward / Brake / 50% Reverse (patent pending)
- Velineon 3500 Brushless Motor
- Consistent, high-power output, run after run
- Low-maintenance, unique Traxxas design
- Efficient, high-speed ball bearings
- Precision-balanced rotor
- Digital high-torque Traxxas 2070 steering servo
- Durable steel Jato-Style turnbuckles and captured rod ends
- Efficient Magnum 272 steel-gear transmission with ball bearings
- Sealed gearbox protects the transmission with beefed up motor guard for extra protection
- Revo-Spec Torque-Control slipper clutch system
- External gear cover with easy slipper access
- Reliable composite planetary gear differential
- Updated heavy-duty telescoping U-joint driveshafts and yokes
- Fiber-composite monocoque chassis
- New gray chassis components offer a fresh new look
- Speed control and receiver are securely fastened to chassis
- Easy access battery compartment
- Fully adjustable Ultra Shocks with X-ring technology
- White powder coated shock springs feature a responsive spring rate
- Alias Step-Pin rear tires and front Alias ribbed front tires offer superior off-road traction
- Alias tires include performance-tuned foam inserts and they come pre-glued on black-chrome 2.2" Tracer wheels
- New ProGraphix multi-colored painted body is available in red, blue, black, and silver
- Bandit VXL is backed by unparalleled Traxxas support and parts availability

The Aspects of Elearning

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What exactly is this thing that they call elearning? Well, the term is derived from or rather is short for "electronic learning." From that definition, it seems that it could be anything from learning about electronics or learning with the help of electric appliances. And it is more of the latter than the former. Basically, this term can be applied to a very wide range. Its uses are so many, all depending on the context they are used. It can be a little bit frustrating to keep up with a text if you are not really aware of what exactly you are talking about. It can be overwhelming as well as confusing. So what is necessary is a cataloguing of all this words broad range of meaning.

Elearning is anything that can be related to learning that is enhanced or assisted by technology. This means that it is primarily any kind of TEL (technology enhanced learning) which is basically just another fancy way of putting it. And also, that would be too broad a definition. What most people agree on is that this is learning that is either assisted or facilitated by the use of a computer. Some people define the term and at the same time limit it to simply learning that is empowered specifically by digital technology. Whether the pedagogical aspect (the set principles or method of teaching) is clear or not within the context of the word is another thing that is argued over by some people.

Even if one is to venture outside the field of electronic learning, the term is still quite full of different meanings. The diversity of meaning is especially apparent to other fields and industries. In the scholarly educational field, the word has a specific meaning that is either wildly or mildly different if one looks at the word within the field of say, corporate training. Universities think of elearning as a mode for a course of study where the students usually just do their studies, quizzes, tests, and even recitation (through forums) online. In this mode of learning, the students don't have to meet in the classroom. They do not even have to meet with the teacher often, if at all. In the corporate world, this usually entails the way a company is able to disperse certain skills and lessons to its employees. Training courses say on proper office decorum and compliance issues often fall under this field.

With all this range of meaning, there is no question why the term is so confusing. It is also a reflection of the how ubiquitous the industry of computer based learning has become. The internet and the information technology of today as certainly opened up so many barriers that were once impossible. Now, students from across the globe can study and be facilitated by a professor from continents away. Businesses no longer need trainer in order to train their employees about every little issue or new software rollout. Such is the massive influence of elearning.

The Amazon Kindle Cover - Protect Your Investment

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The Amazon Kindle cover that comes with the electronic reading device is rather inadequate with some things that will annoy someone who's just spent a several hundred dollars on a high-quality piece of electronics. The original Kindle cover had even more problems, but the latest incarnation, still leaves some things that the Kindle owner might find annoying.

The most common complaint with the cover that comes with the Kindle, is the way that it keeps the eBook reader in place. While it has two slots, which you can slip your eBook reader into, there is a tendency for it to slip out, and if you're not careful, it could hit the floor. As we know with all electronics, this is not an ideal circumstance. Many workarounds involving Velcro in strategic places have been suggested to keep the Kindle in one place when a person is reading.

There have also been a number of very good aftermarket companies offering stylish, high-quality solutions to the Kindle cover quagmire. Three higher quality brands are Strangedog, Stylzworld and Noreveusa

Amazon also has a new cover coming out at the end of the November called the M-edge cover, which is much anticipated. There are 12 different models that are genuine leather in various colors and compatible with an e-Luminator book light. If you own a Kindle, you'll immediately recognize how a book light that connects and doesn't wobble is a good investment for your Electronic Reading Device. There are also non-leather "Leisure Jackets" that sell for less, but on the whole the M-edge is a luxurious addition to the Kindle cover arena.

Strangedog

Strangedog offers handmade covers that are both beautiful and custom. He only makes a couple in each style and each is very well crafted and durable. He offers the Velcro option to hold the Kindle in place, and will even take fabric from the customer in order to make a cover to spec. There is a waiting period as he only makes a limited number of these per week. Strangedog take pride in his hand made covers, and the level of craftsmanship is excellent. In this plug-n-play world, Strangedog is a one of a kind vendor who prides his work over mass production.

Stylzworld

Stylzworld offers a cover that is made of unique cognac brown leather with a sparkling design on the inside. It is genuine leather, tri-fold cover that has cutouts for credit, business and memory cards as well as other types of documents. It has an innovative holding system as well as a cutout in the back for the on/off buttons. You will have to contact them if you live in the United States as they are currently looking for distributors and are mainly located in Europe.

Noreveusa

A traditional leather case/cover is offered from Noreveusa and comes in 3 colors. It has a clasp that closes and holds the Kindle steady. It has the same problems presented with the original Kindle, although the clasp and leather make it a nice Kindle cover to consider.

Amazon offers a few different cases that will protect your Kindle if a cover isn't what you're looking for. These other options include a Neoprene Sleeve Case with a screen protector, a travel package that includes a leather case and travel book light, and a black neoprene case that's good for travel. However according to the word in the Kindle forum, it appears that most people are waiting on the M-edge genuine leather executive case as the best buy in Kindle covers for Christmas.

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of The Ebook

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As with any newly available technological product, the ebook is causing waves of excitement around the globe. Previously used for academia due to its search features and clear format, the ebook is now widely available to the general public in a variety of guises. It has many advantages and disadvantages in comparison to the printed book, and as a result, the ebook already has excited followers and stern disbelievers. Yet love it or hate it; the ebook is here to stay, with sales predicted to rocket in the near future.

One of the main advantages of the ebook is that it is low in cost. There are no printing costs, storage fees or postal prices involved. Therefore, the prices can remain low which is always an attractive proposition for the consumer and publisher alike. The ebook is also less cumbersome, which makes it storage efficient. A standard ebook without picture files takes up little memory and so a CD can store an average of approximately 500 ebooks. This means there can be a wealth of information and entertainment stored in an economical way. Also, the text can be made suitable for all readers. Adobe versions have zoom features which can easily enlarge images and texts for clearer viewing, but these often have page sizing that does not fit the more portable screens and are difficult to adjust.

The small memory space also makes the ebook compatible with modern mobile living. ebooks are portable and can be used on iPods, some mobile phones and also notebook computers. They can be read in low lighting with a backlight feature which makes the ebooks fantastic for travelling and night time reading. However, compatible software is required as the formatting options are quite vast. Therefore, make sure you understand the requirements before purchase as some of the equipment can be expensive to buy as additional extras. Also, battery life is a factor when using portable electronic devices to read an ebook.

Many ebooks are packaged in bundles for efficiency, and as soon as payment is received ebooks are received electronically in an instant. This saves costs and is both time efficient and convenient. An advantage worth noting is that ebooks can be written in Unicode which means that any ebook of this format can be changed into various languages using simple commands. This has made them popular as prizes for online competitions. However, as ebooks are subject to copyright, they can not be as easily shared as printed books. Some versions can only be downloaded to a specific destination. Once downloaded, they are permanent but not transferable. Check this before purchase.

Ebooks offer many great features. Firstly they offer a comprehensive content search so you can find information immediately, making the ebook very time efficient. ebooks can produce multimedia effects such as audio and visual clips, which enhance the experience. Some can even provide what is known as `scripting opportunities` so that the reader can have a say in the outcome of the story. ebooks create interest for any reader, but can be a particularly good way to attract disaffected child readers to this necessary skill. For people who already enjoy reading, however, the ebook may prove less aesthetic to read.

Another advantage that is worth noting is the effects on the environment. Without the use of ink and paper printing, mistakes can easily be corrected without any further damage to the environment. Although the ebook can be printed if required, this is a matter of personal choice. The ebook proves to be environmentally and economically sound.