Underwater Video Camera

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Underwater video cameras are electronic devices used underwater to capture and record the marine environment. They function similar to standard video cameras and camcorders; only, they are designed with several special features that allow operation underwater such as depth focus, audible moisture alarm, optics and rear plate, and amphibious microphone.

Underwater video cameras are useful equipment for underwater exploration, checking out of diving sites, search and rescue operations, fish finding, boat hull inspection, and underwater security purposes. Moreover, this type of video camera can be part of your drain cleaning equipment when inspecting drainage pipe and tanks.

Types of Underwater Video Cameras

Handheld underwater video cameras—These are designed to be operated using the hands of the user. They generally feature a sleek and lightweight design that resembles a camcorder. Most models feature an advanced grip control system that allows fingertip access to various controls for easy recording, focusing, and lighting. Other features include two speed zoom, ND filter, shutter speed, white balance, and audio level. Most models make use of waterproof lens that allow zoom up to 10 times closer. Advanced models come with LED indicator, optics and rear plate, audible moisture alarm, and amphibious microphone.

Towable underwater video cameras – These are small cameras designed to be towed by a vessel while recording underwater events. They may use of colored or black and white tiny CCD camera chips, transmitting video image using a thin coaxial cable to a screen. Most models feature a surface console and a battery that allows operation without power supply. They are best used to check out diving spots, inspect other colleagues working in the water, and simply explore the water without actually going down there. Other more serious applications include observations of marine fauna and flora for scientific purpose, ship hull investigations, and rescue operations. They are generally small and lightweight, requiring very little maintenance.

Remote operated vehicles (ROV) – These are underwater video cameras powered by motors to allow operation from any vessel even under strong currents. They are generally light and reliable. They are usually designed with halogen spotlights that provide excellent illumination during image recording even at night or dark depths.               Most models feature a high resolution color that offer excellent video quality. Some models are constructed to allow perfect maneuverability, providing close-up shots of the marine environment.

Underwater video cameras are an essential part of drain cleaning equipment.

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Dealing with Tick Bites

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Ticks are mites that are brown in color. They are also members of the arachnid family, whose other members are the scorpions and the spiders. Ticks attach themselves to the skin of their prey to be able to suck blood. There are various species of ticks and they can be located everywhere in the world. The most talked about kinds though are the deer ticks and the dog ticks.

Various Types of Ticks

According to Houston pest control, there are various types of ticks. The deer ticks measure as small as the head of a pin and is common in many areas in the United States. These ticks can unfortunately carry diseases like that of the Lyme disease. The dog ticks are very common, and can measure up to half an inch in length. Like the deer ticks, the dog ticks can also carry diseases, in particular the Rocky Mountain Spotted fever.

Dealing with a Tick Bite

What would a tick bite look like? A tick bite would usually be unperceived; you would most likely feel nothing when bitten. What you will notice though is the little redness around the site of the bite. If you’re bitten by a tick make sure to tell someone you think will know something about it, because ticks can carry diseases that they can pass on to human beings.

After playing or hiking in the woods, have someone check you for ticks, focus particularly in your scalp, neck, armpits, back and groin area. If a tick is discovered on you have it removed immediately. In removing ticks you can use tweezers. In taking out the tick, however, be sure to remove it one motion. Don’t cover it with petroleum jelly, nail polish, or rubbing alcohol it will not make it come out. If in pulling it out some parts of it are left behind, remove them by using sterile needle or pin. Once removed, put it in a container and bring it with you to the doctor.

How to avoid tick bites? You have to remember that ticks are very fond fo the shrubbery, because they want to be close to the ground to be able to jump on people or animals as they pass, hence you might want to avoid these places. Should it be impossible for you to do so, be sure to wear long sleeves and long pants and have the ends of your pants tucked safely in your socks. It would also be advisable to apply insect repellent containing ten to 30 percent DEET on your skin.

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Common Failures of Magnetic Sight Glasses

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Improper installation of magnetic sight glass can lead to device failure. This includes over tightening and uneven torqueing which can produce bending loads on the glass which can potentially result to cracking. Another cause of failure is trapped debris that causes a bending moment, such as from gaskets that become baked onto the flanges and portions are left behind when removed.

Some low-quality devices may not have flat and parallel surfaces which is often a product of poor or low tolerance manufacturing. This also may result in a bending load on the glass.

It is not uncommon for a sight glass to be used as a handy place to rest a wrench or other tool. This may scratch the glass, creating a source for breaks to originate, also known as stress concentrations. Even though a bending load is required to open these cracks, they significantly reduce the pressure capabilities of the glass.

Thermal shock is a sudden, drastic change in temperature that causes one side of the glass to expand or contract differently from the other side. This can occur when a cold sight glass experiences a sudden increase in temperature at process startup, or when a hot sight glass is suddenly cooled during an external wash down of equipment.

Of course, over-pressurization can cause a sight flow indicator to fail. A properly specified unit should have an ample safety margin.

Lastly, degradation of the glass over time can lead to failure. Chemicals, and even water, will corrode glass. There are several chemical resistance charts that illustrate the loss of weight of glass when exposed to various chemicals. Another source of degradation is the continuous friction from an abrasive product against the glass.

A magnetic sight glass is an important device that provides a clear view during liquid level indicating. However, when not used properly and maintained well, it can lead to minor and major failures.

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Checklist for Your Business Trip

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Packing for a business trip is different than for a personal travel. A business trip requires more things, and must include essential items related to your work. This added burden must not interfere with packing light. Packing for a business trip needs some planning, and a bit of anticipation.

Here is a list of some things you might have to bring for a conference, convention, or business trip according to a travel agency Houston company.

ü  Personal schedule

ü  Travel itinerary or route

ü  Maps of roads leading to the convention halls

ü  Layouts of convention halls

ü  Names and addresses of people you might or expect to visit

ü  Research on colleagues, customers and other people you are meeting

ü  Emergency telephone numbers, such as the nearby hospital or police station

ü  Confirmation of car rentals and travel arrangements

ü  Tickets

ü  Documents such as health records or car registration

ü  Insurance cards

ü  Your business cards

ü  Business credit cards, cash and traveler’s checks

ü  Expense vouchers

ü  Addresses of attractions you might want to visit

ü  Directories

ü  Portfolios

ü  Files and presentations you will be using

ü  A laptop computer and a digital camera

ü  Back-ups of your presentations, contained in a diskette or flash drive

ü  Bags for carrying items you’d get in exhibit halls

ü  Samples, brochures, and other giveaways

ü  Pens, pencils, markers, and other presentation material

ü  Throat lozenges

ü  A portable clock

ü  Comfortable shoes

ü  An additional belt

ü  First aid kit containing painkillers, and wound dressings

ü  Emergency sewing kit

ü  Journal and planner

ü  Street addresses, fax and mobile numbers, and emails of people you will be communicating to while traveling

ü  Mailing labels and self-addressed stamped envelopes for sending documents back to your office

ü  Personal notes on upcoming meetings or events

Let this list serve as your checklist on your next business travel. You may even add some more to the list according to your additional needs and requirements for work.

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The Importance of Shower Benches

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Shower benches are bathroom accessories designed to provide a comfortable assistance to disabled users while taking a shower. They are also perfect for people who are going through physical therapy, rehabilitation, and therapeutic procedures, assisting them with their hygienic needs.

Designed to be installed at one side or corner of the shower area, shower benches provide balance, stability, and security to disabled shower users. Especially since the floor tends to become wet and slippery during shower sessions. They usually feature an ergonomically-designed seat and back rest, providing further comfort and ease of use.

The use of shower benches is important, especially if the wheelchair is undergoing wheelchair repair and couldn’t be used in the bathroom.

Types of Shower Benches

Wall-mounted shower benches are designed to be mounted permanently on bathroom walls. They offer durability and stability, usually accommodating a disabled person weighing up to 300 pounds. They significantly save space because they are often mounted on sides or corners of the shower area. Because they are held against the wall, they provide instant back support. Some models, however, still feature a built-in back rest aside from the wall from which they are mounted on. Some models can also be folded, where the bench or the sitting area is lifted up to touch the wall, when not in use.

Floor-mounted shower benches are designed to be installed or placed directly on the floor of the bathroom. They feature legs that stand on the floor, providing excellent stability and steadiness. They are available in a portable or permanent model, where portable benches can be moved and taken out easily, while permanent benches are situated in one place only. Some models are foldable for easy storage and transport. Most models can accommodate a weight between 300 and 400 pound and feature an ergonomically-designed seat that provides excellent comfort and support.

Purchasing a Shower Bench

Choose a shower bench that features an ergonomically-designed back support, where you can rest your back while sitting on the bench and taking a shower. The back support on your bench also offers balance and comfort.

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How to Man Your Trade Show Booth

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Are you ready to participate in the next trade show event that your company has joined? If you are the one assigned to man your booth, are you prepared to entertain guests, take in questions, and discuss what your products and services are?

Don’t fret as this article will serve as your guide on how you can properly man your trade show booth.

1.       Be physically, emotionally, and mentally prepared days before the trade show event. This means that you have to start internalizing your role as the officer in charge of your booth. The earlier you accept this fact, the easier for you to act out the role with confidence.

2.       Master your products and services.  If there is anything that you don’t quite understand about your offerings, ask from a manager beforehand or read helpful materials from your company. When you know everything about what you offer, there is nothing that should worry you on the day of the event.

3.       Wear something professional but comfortable on the day of the event. You wouldn’t want to be sweating or freezing while talking to potential customers, would you? Present yourself well and do not forget to smile and be friendly.

4.       When someone comes up to your trade show displays and inquire about your brand or company, entertain questions cheerfully. However, do not do all the talking. You have to engage your visitors, as well, so they will feel warm and welcomed.

5.       Ask for contact information from your booth visitors. You can either ask a business card or loet them sign up a registration form. This will let you keep their information for future reference.

6.       Don’t forget to hand them trade show giveaways that your company has prepared. This will help them easily remember you and recall your company’s brand.

Manning a trade show booth should not be scary or overwhelming. As long as you keep these guidelines in mind, you are ready to go. 

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Dos and Don’ts for Pallet Racking Systems

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Pallet racking systems are warehouse storage solutions designed to keep, store, and retrieve pallets of materials. They are usually designed and manufactured according to the needs and requirements of a warehouse or facility center. While these systems are often constructed durable, heavy-duty, and using only the finest grade of materials, they still require genuine care and maintenance to keep them functional for a long period of time.

To be able to accomplish this, there are several procedures that need to be observed when using pallet racking systems. Below are the dos and don’ts for the storage system.

Dos in Using a Pallet Racking System

1.       Install a pallet racking system that perfectly fits and maximizes the space in your warehouse or facility center. Consider the spaces in between racks. This should perfectly match the volume of the products you will store in them. If you will be storing homogeneous products of same sizes, then there should be no problem with this.

2.       Identify the maximum weight capacity of your pallet racking system and ensure that the total weight of the products you will store in it does not exceed the weight limit. This is to ensure the stability and long-lasting function of the device.

3.       Do observe proper retrieval of products from your pallet racking system. A First-In Last-Out (FILO) system can be effective in maintaining an organized storage system.

Don’ts in Using a Pallet Racking System

1.       Do not go beyond the maximum weight capacity if your pallet racking system.

2.       Do not use the storage system if you find any minor or major damage in it. Even a loose nut or bolt can cause the entire system to erode or fall, causing serious damages to your products and accidents to warehouse workers.

These are some of the safety precautions that need to be observed when using pallet racking systems. Remember that no matter how sturdy your storage system is, you still have to practice proper safety measures.

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Maintenance Tips for Industrial Mezzanines

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Industrial mezzanines are used in many industries for various applications such as storage and additional space. To maintain its function for regular usage and enable it to last for a very long time, proper precautions should be observed. Here are some maintenance tips for industrial mezzanines.

1.       Mezzanine floors should be inspected and monitored on a regular basis. Any visual defects such as dents, buckles, tears to any beam, stanchion, floor joist or even loose nuts and bolts will require specialist advice from the manufacturer, supplier, or independent structural engineer. If one of the above damages has been found, immediate attention should be made.

2.       Damage to decking can be an evidence of excessive loading. Thus, it is important to not overload your mezzanine. Always keep in mind the maximum weight capacity of the storage system and do not exceed its weight limit. Any sign of decking cracking, breaking up, or other obvious distress will require specialist advice and repair.

3.       Strictly follow maximum weight capacity of the system. Loading notices must be supplied by the mezzanine manufacturer or supplier and prominently displayed around the mezzanine.

4.       The structural steel framework and decking of your industrial mezzanine should not be altered without reference to and advice from the supplier and/or manufacturer or a qualified structural engineer.

5.       Positions of staircases and other forms of access and escapes must not be changed without prior reference to the supplier and/or manufacturer. Likewise, change of usage of a mezzanine may require alterations to the loading characteristic originally calculated, reference to the supplier, manufacturer or structural engineer should be sought.

An industrial mezzanine can work effectively for you and your warehouse needs. However, if not used and maintained properly, it may even cause more harm and damage than help.

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Protect Your Home from Thieves

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No matter how secure you think you are, and even if you think that you are residing in a peaceful neighborhood, you still couldn’t be 100% sure about your safety. Crime rates continue to increase day by day and many homes are being entered by thieves and robbers. This is due to many possible reasons such as the criminal may be under the influence of drugs, financial crisis, or peer pressure.

In any case, you should – at all times – observe safety measures to protect your home, your property, and most especially, you family. Here are some simple ways on how you can protect your home from thieves and other criminals as suggested by a security cameras systems Houston company.

1.       Always lock the door of your house at all times, especially at night when you and your family are about to sleep.

2.       Invest in a good security alarm system, which you can set whenever or your family you leave the house. In case someone tries to go in your house, the alarm will set off and your neighbors will know that an intruder is in your house.

3.       Install a good security camera system that records every activity in the vicinity of your house. Whether or not you are in the house, you can easily identify strangers who are roaming around your property and trying to intrude in it.

4.       Keep all valuables inside a safe, including expensive jewelry pieces, cash, and important documents, which is not readily visible to anybody. Do not tell anyone about the safe to avoid malicious minds from trying to find where it is.

5.       Do not leave large amount of cash in your house. Instead, keep it in a bank where it can be secured and no one can get it except from you.

These are simple ways on how you can protect your home from thieves and your family from intruders. Remember, more than your possessions, you would want to protect the safety of your loved ones.

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