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Freight shipping service company DHL Global Forwarding has announced an enhanced strategy for offering higher levels of service and quality to customers in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Due to the sensitive nature of the materials transported by both industries, DHL has focused on emerging markets to create improved quality, compliance and visibility when transporting products from the manufacturer to the customer. According to the company press release, the strategy includes a global network of warehouse and transportation solutions for clinical trials and pan-European less-than truckload temperature-controlled (LTL shipping) cold-chain road freight capabilities.

“Because of the unique safety and regulatory requirements faced by the Life Sciences and Healthcare industry, its transportation and logistics needs require particularly rigorous levels of quality and competence in product handling. At the same time, the industry is increasingly turning to strategic partners for innovative solutions in order to support supply chain operations,” said Hermann Ude, CEO of DHL.

It’s no secret that water jet technology can be applied to almost any material that requires a clean, detailed cut. The concept of high pressure water for cutting has been extended to everything from softer materials such as paper, food, and foam to metals, ceramics, and stone. Now the technology behind the standard water jet cutting system has even been put to the test in medical devices.

Human Med AG, a German manufacturer of medical and aesthetic devices, and Elipsemed Ltd., a distributor of medical and aesthetic equipment, have teamed up to create a water jet-assisted liposuction technology called Body-Jet. Similar to the approach used in cutting harder materials with water, the Body-Jet trims fat cells by using a gentle, controlled sequence of pulsed sprayed saline, often without general anesthesia. In comparison to traditional liposuction techniques, the Body-Jet is said to be less traumatic and result in less discomfort and downtime, as well as allow practitioners to sculpt contours without corrective procedures later on.

The sky is the limit when it comes to precision cutting with water. Both hard and soft materials benefit from the effects of highly pressurized water. And because water jet cutting technology is so versatile, manufacturers continue to devise novel ways to apply it—the Body-Jet is only one innovative example!

If you are putting together a major stage set-up, it’s critical to have the right equipment. This includes everything from the major features such as the stage, lighting truss and PA towers to the little details. One element that can be very important is cell clamps, which help to hold together multiple elements within a trade show truss system.

A high quality cell clamp system can help you to quickly integrate new elements into your overall set-up. They can improve the speed with which you make changes to your layout and how quickly you can tear things down after the show. It’s important to have cell clamps that are proven to last like the ones made by Milosgroup. They are made from high quality aluminum and are certified for quality and safety. Visit http://www.milosgroup.com for more information about the cell clamps offered by Milosgroup.

A standard homeowners’ insurance policy protects your home—meaning the structure itself and the things inside of it. This includes liability for damage caused to visitors and damage caused by natural disasters. Standard policies also include coverage for additional living expenses in the event that an insured disaster displaces you and your family temporarily. Be advised when shopping for insurance quotes, however, that flood and earthquake insurance are considered separate policies. Thus, if your lender requires either of these, you will need to obtain a separate insurance quote. Also, problems that arise as the result of poor maintenance are generally not covered by homeowners’ insurance.

Lenders may require you to have coverage while you are making payments on your mortgage. If you own your home, you are not legally required to purchase homeowners’ insurance the way you are required to always have auto insurance, says the Insurance Information Institute. However, having homeowners’ insurance is advisable to protect your investment.

Unsure of which homeowners’ insurance to select? Free insurance quotes are available almost instantly online. When you compare quotes, be sure to take into account the cost of rebuilding your home and any structures such as a garage or gazebo; the total cost of your belongings; the cost of landscaping such as trees, flowers, and shrubs; and the cost of living somewhere else in case your home is damaged. Additionally, most companies recommend at least $300,000 of liability protection.

Mimaki has announced that its newest flatbed inkjet printer, the JFX-1631 model, will be the best of its kind.  According to the company’s press release, it is a fast, high-quality large format UV curable flatbed inkjet printer, “incorporating the very latest in UV LED curing technology and high-precision linear microstepping.”
The JFX-1631 Mimaki printers are twice as fast as other models, result in fewer banding artifacts and can even print legible three-point type. The company is offering two types of UV ink, flexible and hard, that can be used for a broad array of printing needs. The new UV LED curing system is designed to dramatically reduce the amount of generated heat, “allowing the printer to support a broader range of heat-sensitive media, such as foam and channel boards, PVC, acrylic and styrene panels.” The ultra-violet rays released from UV LED instantly cure the ink so that there is no need for post-printing drying time, which is usually associated with solvent and other inks. In addition, the inkjet printer is eco-friendly. Instead of using traditional metal halide lamps, the new Mimaki bulk ink printers save 2/3 of the energy and last five times as long. The following are just a few of the main features highlighted in the press release:

• The new head positioning system uses high-resolution linear motors for super fine step accuracy of dot placement.
• UV LEDs don’t generate heat, thus avoiding thermal damage of media. 
• Direct printing on non-coated media up to 50 mm thickness is possible.  
• White hard ink allows vibrant full-color printing on transparent and colored materials. 
• Optional page feeding function also enables accurate printing on roll media.

The JFX-163 is scheduled to go on sale at the end of this year.

Though retail prices have dropped since the start of the recession, one item that seems to always remain costly is fashion. Clothing prices don’t go down as quickly as grocery prices, for example. However, buying clothes doesn’t have to—and shouldn’t—empty your wallet.

In this regard, shopping online can offer distinct advantages over visiting a brick-and-mortar store. Many retailers have foregone shipping costs and offer discounts that can only be used for Internet purchases. A number of sites dedicated to finding the best details online have also launched in recent years. Here are just a few of our favorites for hunting bargains, whether we’re shopping for white sailor tunic tops, gothic dresses, pencil skirts, or everything in-between!

• Retail Me Not. Organizes Internet-based savings codes according to site. Discounts are available for everything from women’s apparel to electronics, books, and more.
• CurrentCodes.com. Similar to Retail Me Not and provides codes for a variety of websites.
• ShopStyle.com. Aggregates products, including products on sale, from around the web and displays them according to category (tops, dresses, etc.) with links to the retailing site.
• Kaboodle. A social shopping community that allows users to add, share, and discover products. Includes special section devoted to the latest deals and discounts culled from the web.

These days, some families are moving into smaller living spaces to save on the rent or mortgage. Many of them have discovered that a smaller space need not be cramped! It’s all in the way the corners, walls, and floor area of a room is used and decorated. A large room that is utilized inefficiently can look junky and unappealing, while a much smaller room that uses available areas wisely can look sleek and feel airy and well-organized. Here are a few ways to make a small room feel larger and cleverly arranged:

Lofts: A loft bed can transform the look of any room in the house. The purpose of this type of bed is to provide sleeping quarters that do not fill up a room’s available floor space. Whether a full loft bed or smaller size, the occupant receives a work area, storage area, or room for a television and chairs that fits under the bed. For anyone currently using a regular twin bed, changing to a twin loft bed would literally double the functionality and available space in a room!

Shelving: Shelves add space by providing vertical storage and keeping items off of other surfaces, such as the floor, desk, dressers, and other areas in the room. This reduces clutter, and because shelves come in such a wide variety of colors and styles, the right shelves can either anchor or accentuate the decorative style of a room! Shelving can also be added to one or more sides of furniture like a bunk bed for even more storage.

Bunks: Families benefit from bunk beds for a few reasons. First, children love them! Even families with a single child can benefit from a twin bunk bed when relatives or friends with children visits that involve overnight stays. In addition, bunk beds often come with space-savers such as under-the-bed storage drawers, side shelving, or headboard shelving.

Whatever size your room may be, its size needn’t cause discomfort. With a little creativity and furniture chosen for style as well as function, any room can feel larger to the family who uses it.

If you own an industrial or commercial work area and need more space but cannot afford to expand your operation, a mezzanine structure may be the right solution. Instead of building outward, consider using the space above the work area and building upward. A steel mezzanine is designed to transform the unused air space into sturdy and practical floor space. Mezzanines can be designed with two, three, or four levels and be used for a variety of purposes. In fact, the most practical aspect of building a mezzanine is that it can be created to meet your specific needs. In addition to more storage space, mezzanines can be used as equipment platforms, in-plant offices, manufacturing activities, walkways, or stair towers. Multi-level mezzanines can be built to feature material handling equipment, conveyor systems, and rack and shelving systems. All custom mezzanines should be created to comply with required building codes and must be tested to endure in seismically active areas, such as Southern California.

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