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Moog FCS, which is part of Moog’s Industrial Group, is introducing a combination of communication interfaces based on real-time Ethernet Using advanced and proven technology, the servo controllers are said to increase the functionality and boost the performance of aerospace testing systems

They now provide fast graphics, accurate synchronisation of up to 500 control channels, reduced latency time and complete management of safety procedures to eliminate any risk to the specimen under test…

Businesses can now assess the carbon footprint of their goods and services and play a greater part in fighting climate change thanks to a new standard launched jointly by BSI British Standards (the UK’s National Standards Body), the Carbon Trust and Defra (the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)…

In the drive to boost performance and reduce downtime, high-tech imaging solutions are helping to solve maintenance issues

A high-tech videoscope hired from Ashtead Technology Rentals helped an environmental services company to significantly reduce downtime during health and safety checks

Veolia Environmental Services used an Olympus IPLEX MX Videoscope to survey packing material in a cooling tower at its Ellesmere Port hazardous waste incinerator and in doing so the company was able to ensure that the operation was completed as quickly as possible, with minimal disruption to the plant…

Tires are one of the most misunderstood and under-appreciated parts of a vehicle Although assumed by many just to be a cushion to keep your wheel rim from getting damaged, in reality your tires are only point of contact between a high-speed moving vehicle and the road Consequently, how much control you have over your car depends greatly on your tires…

Reducing diesel soot emissions by 80%:

Changes to new car emissions legislation scheduled for 2009; the ‘Euro 5′ standards, will make particulate filters as commonplace in diesel car exhausts as catalytic converters are on petrol cars

The goal is an 80% reduction in diesel particulate (soot) emissions, but the technology’s not without problems; roadside assistance patrols are already being called to cars with the particulate filter warning light illuminated, which normally indicates a partial blockage of the DPF filter

Clearly, changes to driving styles may be required for maximum benefit from these emission-reducing systems…

The Golden Rules of ATV Riding: Keeping Kids Safe

Keeping Kids Safe

(ARA) – As a child grows, he or she goes through many stages of mobility. One day they’re crawling, the next they’re walking, and shortly thereafter comes the fascination with wheels sending parents rushing off to the sports store.

Most children start out with a tricycle, then a bike with training wheels which ultimately come off and most kids gravitate towards some sort of battery-powered ATV that replicates the real thing as a stepping stone for the future.

The reason for going through all these stages is so a youth can build up the skills and confidence needed to play with wheeled-vehicles safely. “We feel that similar stages — rights of passage if you will — are necessary for kids to stay safe on ATVs as well,” says Mike Adamek, all terrain vehicle (ATV) communications and safety coordinator for Minnesota-based OEM Arctic Cat.

Adamek points out that children who are too young to drive a car should not be operating an adult-sized ATV. “It simply isn’t safe,” he says. “We recommend families that are interested in riding visit their local dealer to find an appropriately sized ATV for their youth and take an ATV safety training course. It’s also a one-stop shop for all your safety gear too.”

That very recommendation is one of the Golden Rules of ATV riding according to the All Terrain Vehicle Institute (ASI), a not-for-profit division of the Specialty Institute of America (SVIA). Here are the others:

1. Always wear a helmet, gloves, eye protection and long sleeved shirts and pants when riding.
2. Never ride on public roads; another vehicle could hit you.
3. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
4. Never carry a passenger on a single-rider vehicle. Extra weight may upset the balance of the ATV causing it to go out of control.
5. Parental supervision is needed for riders younger than age 16. ATVs are not toys.
6. Ride only on designated trails and at a safe speed.
7. Take an ATV rider safety course.

“One of the biggest challenges we face in this industry is making it clear to parents that they cannot put their children on an adult-sized machine. Until they reach a certain size and maturity level, kids just aren’t capable of handling the size and power,” says Adamek.

Arctic Cat’s recommendation is that riders ages 6 and up start out on a 50cc machine capable of reaching maximum speeds of 15 miles per hour. Once they reach the age of 12, children are ready to move up to a 90cc machine that can be speed governed up to 30 miles per hour.

New on the market this year is the Arctic Cat 150 4×2, a transitional model meant for riders 14 and older. It arrives from the factory with a governed top speed of 20 miles per hour, but as the young rider progresses in skill, so can the speed; upwards of 30 miles per hour, also governed by the parent.

“Just because a 14 year old is 6-feet tall doesn’t mean they are capable or responsible enough of handling an adult-sized ATV. The new 150, which weighs about 250 pounds, is manageable and fun for a Youth. It does a great job of bridging the size gap safely,” says Adamek.

For more information about Arctic Cat ATVs and safety equipment, log on to www.arcticcat.com or visit your local dealer.

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If you are looking to purchase quality muscle car parts it can be very difficult to find good information on where to get them.  This article is here to help you.  For the most part if you are doing a restore or repair on your drag car you are looking for muscle car parts that have not been produced in a long time.  Sometimes you can find quality reproduction parts, but if you are trying to make a one hundred percent authentic car you will need to find used muscle car parts.  This article with give you some tips on where and how to find the best parts.

The Junkyard Dog – A Used Muscle Car Parts Dream

I found the Junkyard Dog website a couple years back and I have been using it ever since to find and purchase used muscle car parts.  There are several things about this website that make it very useful for anyone trying to do a genuine restoration job, or even just doing some basic repair work.

The first thing you notice about the page is how long they have been around.  Junkyard Dog was founded in 1998, so you can be assured that they are not trying to rip you off and that they will provide exactly what is advertised – a way to track down parts for your car.

The next thing that this site offers is the ability to track parts by your cars’ make and model.  This allows you to quickly and easily search to find the part you’re using for by year and make.  Instead of wasting hours and hours contacting local junkyards you can quickly search thousands to hone in on the muscle car parts you are looking for.

The website also has a section entitled “muscle cars rotting.”  This section has a few good references on where to find older muscle cars that can be restored.  For the most part these are becoming a dying breed and are nearly impossible to find.  However with a little bit of effort there are still some great bargains out there to be found.

In addition to using the internet for your car part search I highly recommend going out and scouring your local junkyards for parts.  There is nothing that can replace actually being there and looking around.  While this may seem to be extremely tedious you have no idea the number of treasures you can uncover by getting out there and looking yourself.

There are a lot of people on the road right now that are driving without any sort of car insurance coverage. This is a big problem because if they cause an accident, there is no one to pay for the repairs of the other person’s property.

While some people say, well, it then just falls onto the shoulders of the driver without insurance, it is simply not that easy. More than likely, if the driver did not have the money for car insurance, they are not going to have to money to pay for repairs to another person’s property such as their car or a fence they ran into. This is not to mention if they hurt someone and there are medical bills to be paid and lost wages to consider.

Those people driving without insurance may feel that they do not have any other choice and that they try to be safe. They will say that if they could afford car insurance, or if they could find low cost car insurance, that they would be covered. But the fact is, if you cannot afford insurance at all, then you cannot afford to drive a car.

To be realistic, people can afford what they want and what is important to them, in most cases. There are low cost car insurance policies out there that they could afford if they made some changes in their spending habits. If someone is smoking or drinking then they should cut down on those in order to pay for their insurance. While that is an example of how people could make changes, it is hard to get people to really do it.

Finding the Right Policy

Maybe people did try to call and get a quote from somewhere and was given something that was completely out of their reach. If they were not focused on actually having low cost car insurance, they may have just given up at that point stating that there is nothing out there that they can afford. But something that too many people forget to remember is that every insurance company can charge a different rate. It is not a set price across the board so all a person has to do to find low cost car insurance is to keep calling around. With enough effort and dedication to the job, it can be done and then everyone will be safe.

Also, if we all would start paying better attention to advertisements, we will see that there are a few companies out there whose whole goal is to attract the attention of those who need low cost car insurance. Whether it is because of money, because their credit is bad, or because they have had a few bumps in their driving record, these companies are offering up low cost car insurance. All someone has to do is pick up the phone and call. If an uninsured driver is not doing everything possible to find themselves a low cost car insurance policy then they never really cared to have a policy in the first place.

Golf cars have been used greatly for transportation from one golf course to another. It gained popularity among golf enthusiasts because of its convenience during a match. The maintenance of golf cars is also very simple. Whenever a part gets destroyed, you can easily find a replacement for that broken piece. You just have to do some simple steps to get you through the fixing process.

Below are the tips and guide to help you replace the broken golf car parts:

Step By Step Guide In Looking For Golf Car Parts Replacement

There are certain things you need to do before you can start gathering the golf car parts that you need. First, you have to go over through the golf car manual and find out if it’s still under warranty. If not, then you have to search for a repairman to fix your golf car. These service men can either come from the manufacturer of your golf cars or you may hire someone who is not from the same golf car company.

Next, have your machine checked and know what materials you need for the repair. If the golf car parts needed are expensive, then you can think about buying a new golf car instead. However, if the materials are reasonable enough to buy, then you can choose to do the repair and start finding golf car parts replacements which are reasonably priced.

Lastly, you have to find out if you need any additional tools such as wrenches, a socket, or a tire tool. You also have to ask the approximate time at which the golf car can start working again.

Tips And Warnings In Finding Your Golf Car Parts Replacement

In having your golf car parts replaced, you might need some tips and warnings regarding its repair. Here are some of the most important things you must consider: search for golf car parts from your manufacturer, consider purchasing a used golf car from the same manufacturer so you can easily use its parts as a replacement whenever you have to, consider buying a new golf car if the parts replacement list goes too long, save enough money for golf car repairs; and lastly, make sure that your golf cars do not void an existing warranty.

You really do not have to worry whenever golf car parts start to break down. Searching for materials and hiring a repairman is very easy and accessible. All you have to do is search for the best services to get your equipment working again in no time.