The world is going green and there is nothing that we can do about it. Companies that are refusing to get with the times risk losing a lot of business and proof positive of this is the environmental trend that many of the large hotel companies are starting to follow. An industry that was one epitomized by waste is quickly becoming a leader in how to create a better environment in the business world.While there was a time when recycling and other...more
Author: HitechheatOutdoor resets, good for the home, good for the environment What is an outdoor reset? The goal of an outdoor reset, such as the Honeywell AquaReset, is to increase the efficiency of a hydronic heating system. It works by matching the output of the gas or oil fired boiler to the heat loss of the building it serves more effectively. This is accomplished by the boiler control continually adjusting the boiler BTU output in...more
Author: Thomas CutlerNearly three-fourths (74%) of manufacturing workers reported in a national survey that their job is very stressful. Stress is the leading cause of disability in the manufacturing workplace, costing employers billions of dollars a year in lost productivity and healthcare costs. Vincent Monforte is founder of VTouch Massage (www.VTouchMassage.com) and the VTouch Method. The impacts of stress on the bottom-line are profiled in the current issue of AutomationMedia.com. The feature article can be found at http://www.automationmedia.com/ARDetail.asp?ID= 77. The Ft. Lauderdale-based licensed massage therapist (MA#51626) recently talked about, “Given the bottom-line impact of stress on the plant floor to the executive suite, more manufacturers are implementing regular massage for workers as a measure to reduce the physical and mental effects of stress; the result is reducing burnout and stress related diseases, and increasing productivity.” Monforte noted that, “Companies that understand lean manufacturing principles quickly grasp that stress is costly and wasteful. By offering massage therapy to employees goes far beyond a perk, and increases...more
Nowadays, people are looking for more ways they can help save the environment. This may be because we are more concerned of how our modern lifestyles has affected the environment. Everyone is aware now that their actions such as driving huge petrol cars or improperly throwing away their garbage can already cause lots of problems to nature. Yet,...more
Author: zameensapna It’s not just fashionable but very essential to get ecofriendly. Namrata Kohli on how just about everyone, from developers to institutional sector to corporate, is going green Recently, a building at Jaipur was awarded best-learning building award of the year at world architecture festival awards (WAF) 2009 at the Centre...more
Home improvement and working to help the environment has become very popular, thanks to the increase of home improvement shows. Because of such shows, more and more people are beginning to take notice of some things around the house that really need some attention. Homeowners are learning how they can handle many situations at home all on their own. These shows have also brought an awareness to what is going on with the environment and many people want to take steps to ensure that they are doing their part to protect the planet for future generations.The problem that many people encounter is simply that many of the things that they want to do is a little out of their price range. Sure, many people may like the idea of switching to wind power or solar power, but there can be a big upfront expense. This is something that many people have to place on the back burner until they are able to afford it. In the mean time, there are little things that people can do around the house to help try and make sure to save the planet and to reduce their electricity bills.One way to consider is by changing your lighting. You may not only save money and help the environment, but you could also give...more
Author: chelsi woolzTaking an eco-friendly approach to decorating your home may not be the first thing you think of when you are planning to update your interiors. Environmentally friendly paint, renewable timber floors and benches, low chemical...more
Thailand is a rapidly developing country; one where the needs of big business and people living a rural lifestyle, heavily dependent on their environment, must somehow co-exists. These clashing needs have come to a head recently in Map Ta Phut, where...more
Author: Chloe LarnachThe printing industry has undergone significant change with advancements in technology and the integration of printing equipment, graphic arts technical skills and revolutionised production processes. Technological innovation has...more
In today's fast paced world, it's more important than ever to have proper traffic and road video surveillance. One of the best options are IP cameras which function as a closed video surveillance system but have the additional feature of being able...more
The significant changes in world environment have made people realize the disastrous effects of depleting green cover. This had led to a world wide movement aimed at minimizing any further ecological damages and creating awareness about saving planet...more
Author: Richard n WilliamsWhen it’s cold, most of us add an extra layer and dress warmer. If it’s hot we may slip into shorts and a t-shirt, whilst if it’s raining we may use an umbrella to prevent us from getting wet. Likewise when it comes to...more