CFL eco-friendly lights: Better Solution for Climate Change

We are facing in a great crisis - financially, emotionally, physically, socially, spiritually and mentally. But what heads most in crisis today is the big destruction that ruin much our Mother Earth, climate change.

Did you know that you can do your bit in helping save the environment and save energy due to climate change by using eco-friendly lamps and light fixtures in your household?

With a growing number of people waking up and warming up to the importance of living green, eco-friendly lights, commonly known as compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are becoming a popular alternative to incandescent lights. Studies reveal that CFL is a type of fluorescent lamp that gives off light similar to common incandescent bulbs but with reduced energy consumption and longer life, making it economical and practical to use at the same time.

This idea prompts me to purchase CFL eco-friendly lights whhc I used at home.

Preventive measure this Christmas season.

Holiday season is filled with lights and celebration especially that Christmas is near, so safety maybe the last thing on your mind. I remember way back before about in danger as he unintentionally touched the Christmas series lights as he tightly gripped them, to the extent that electric heat transmit to his hands. Good thing that I was able to notice him touching the Christmas' series lights directly.

Just like this scenario, in order to reduce preventable childhood injury (especially this Christmas season), some of these helpful essential points mothers like me all around the globe should be aware of so that they will initiate immediate alerts for the safety of their kids.

Regularly check your tree fro fresh, green needles. Trees that have dried out over several weeks burn faster than fresh, well-watered trees. Remember to keep your tree watered at all times and keep the tree at least 3 feet from any heat source. You should also dispose trees after four weeks.

It is also very essential to keep sharp or breakable glass decorations out of a child's reach. Make sure that ribbon is kept away from small children. They can be strangled by only a 7-inch piece of string.

Before using the holiday decorations, carefully inspect each electrical decoration before plugging it in. Cracked sockets, frayed, bare or loose wires can cause a serious electric shock or start a fire.

Holiday candles decorations add a copy touch to your home, but if you are not careful, they can be a serious hazard. Be sure to place candle's in sturdy, non-combustible holders and keep them at least 12 inches away from anything that might burn. Do not leave candles unattended and keep children away.

Furthermore, you should look for the holographic UL Mark on light strings and electrical decorations. The UL Mark means that UL engineers have tested samples of the product for safety hazards. Green holographic UL Mark equals indoor-only use, red holographic UL Mark equals indoor and outcome use.

Make sure electrical cords don't dangle out in the open, and be sure to unplug unused electrical kitchen appliances and put out of your children's reach. Install UL listed electrical outlet caps for added protection.

Also have a UL listed smoke alarm installed on every floor in your house, outside sleeping areas and inside each bedroom. Alarms should be tested every month and batteries replaced at least once a year.

Christmas season can be worthwhile and such an enjoyable time of yuletide happiness when you consider safety first.

Is your company drowning in damaged documents?

The massive flooding from typhoons should serve as a wake up call to all: Nothing is beyond the reach of any calamity, even important corporate flies that were once thought safe and secure.

In the wake of disasters were hundreds of thousands of important documents irretrievably damaged or lost. Replacing these files, if at all possible, would be costly and time-consuming.

This is why leading IT solutions and services provider Pan Pacific Computer Center (PPCC) is now strongly advocating the need for companies to obtain and implement a reliable, secure and comprehensive Document Management System (DMS). Such a system empowers organizations with an electronic infrastructure that lets then safely and securely store, retrieve, organize, monitor, share and perform many other tasks with their valuable documents.

PPCC is offering this service via Docuflo, which promises to help solve every business' documentation requirements. Scallable to fit the needs of small entrepreneurs and large corporations, Docuflo centralizes and protects all paper and electronic files.

Once Docuflo is in place, it streamlines the documentation process via four stages:

1. Capture - Upload, profile and store electronic documents, emails and scanned images in a central repository.

2. Manage - Track document availability and updates. Routes documents and monitor its progress. Send notifications to others about pending documents. Automatically set document retention period.

3. Search - Retrieve documents by profile or by document content.

4. Protect - Control user privileges. Set access security rights from the folder, down to the document.

Making all these convenient are Docuflo system, modules consisting of a standard Web Server, Search Clients and Administrator. Additional modules can be installed for greater ease and functionality.

Docuflo is the complete solution to today's documents management challenges and setback, whether man-made or natural. Aside from PPCC, it is further backed by Malaysia's lading provider of Information and Content Management Solutions, InfoConnect.

Keep your cool with MoCOOL Radiator Fluid.

Protect your engine against heavy traffic congestion and aggressive driving with Motul's MoCOOL Raiator Fluid. Developed for use in cooling systems under racing conditions, MoCOOL has been tried and tested to decrease engine operating temperatures by as much as 30 degrees. MoCOOL is a concentrated cooling fluid that may be mixed with distillated water for immediate use as a coolant. "This performance additive from Motul offers better heat transfer than normal coolants. The unique formula also contains rust and corrosion inhibitors and it is designed to be used with pure water at a dilution of 5%. It is proven safe fro use in aluminum, magnesium, cast iron, copper, brass and bronze system," states Adrian Baltazar, Marketing Manager of Motul Division, Autoplus Sportzentrium, the exclusive distributors of Motul oil and lubricants in the country.

"How does this work? MoCOOL is a concentrated additive. You mix it (20:1) with distilled water for best results, but you can also mix it any coolant. MoCOOL works by making the little air bubbles that form in the cooling system resulting in better heat transfer. It also contains additives that help to reduce corrosion from running straight distilled water. It is also advisable to drain your radiator first before adding MoCOOL," adds Baltazar.

Hot looks for the holiday: Bobbi Brown's Cool Chrome

How to get it:

Using the Chrome Palette, sweep white eyeshadow from lid to brow bone. Apply Polar Ice Shimmer Wash to inner corners. Smoke out eyes with Iron fro a matte look, or Cyber Grwy Shimmer Wash for a metallic one. Line upper and lower lashes with Charcoal Haze shadow. Curl lashes and apply Extreme Party Mascara. Sweep a tawny blush on the apples of the cheeks, then on lips, slick on Chrome Metallic lip color.

"Chrome is cool and icy - it's a very modern, but still pretty way to illuminate the skin," says Bobbi Brown about her holiday look.

WISH LIST

Chrome Palette
Not just biker chicks but social butterflies everywhere will be yearning for this new, limited-edition fold-out palette containing 10 eyeshadow shades, four lip colors and mini eyeshadow and lip brushes to create countless party-read looks. Just toss this palette in your bag and you're good to go from office to event.

Chrome Lips

Limited edition Port, Chrome Metallic or Plum Pearl Metallic lip colors will take your holiday look from dull to divine in one swipe.

Chrome Mini Brush Set

Brown downsized three of her must-have brushes for women on the go. The zip-up chrome faux-leather case will protect the palm-sized face blender, angle eyeshadow and eyeliner brushes for years.

How to choose the perfect place for condo living

Are you buying your first condominium unit? Unlike groceries at the supermarket, you do not buy any property on impulse. Not only should you first consider the cost of the unit, but you must also factor in a number of details before signing a contrast. Here are some tips when scouting around foe your new home.

Always bear in mind that good location is a key factor in choosing a condo unit. Although you may be residing in a condominium, but if flood-waters will keep you trapped inside for a few days, then it would be unwise to invest your money.

Some homeowners prefer a popular neighborhood for their home because this guarantees that the unit will keep and even raise its value. However, some buyers also consider buying condos in new or developing locations. These new locations could turn out to be an in-demand place in a few years time. Consider issues such as security and the reputation of the neighborhood since these could greatly enhance the value of your property.

Consider the basic amenities offered within the building. Does it have 24-hour doorman, adequate security to cover the whole building, a lobby, a swimming pool, gym, playroom or even enough elevators? Are there private businesses within or near the building, such as a grocery, laundry or water refilling station? These could greatly affect your convenience.

Avoid typicalnees. Choose a building that has some unique feature about it, since this can add value to your property. It could be a special amenity like a garden or outdoor space, or even a celebrity resident.

Consider the issue of exclusivity. The less number of homeowners in a condominium, particularly in a medium-rise one, means there is less traffic when it comes to using an elevator and the lobby is not as crowded as in other buildings. It is also peaceful and quieter at any time of the day.

Choose a reputable developer. Can your developer deliver on time? A developer's reputation will tell you whether you will get a quality product or not. Your developer should also be able to answer questions regarding issues that may arise regarding your unit after it has been turned over to you.

Compared to a high-rise condominium, some buyers prefer a mid-rise condominium because the developer can deliver the units in a shorter time. In many high-rises, turnover takes at least five years. If you are renting in the meantime, a fast turnover means savings on rental expenses. On the other hand, if you are investing on a condominium unit, a fast turnover means an immediate returns from your investment.