China more adapted to global trade rules: expert Aug 3, 2009
The EU imposed anti-dumping duties of up to 87 percent on Chinese fasteners over the next five years in January, covering around 200 kinds of fasteners imported from China such as screws and bolts widely used for cars, large household appliances and machinery in the EU.. The value of the imports reached 575 million euros (819 million U.S. dollars) in the EU last year, which makes it one of the biggest EU anti-dumping cases against China. (Xinhuanet, China)
WTO warns on excessive legal trade safety valves Jul 22, 2009
In the latest such case, China plans to challenge antidumping duties imposed by the European Union on Chinese screws and bolts. However, research by Craig VanGrasstek of Harvard University shows that the number of requests by U.S. businesses for antidumping measures is likely to halve in the current fiscal year from 24 in 2008 and to a quarter of the average of 48 a year in the 1980s, suggesting the remedy is not being abused for protectionism. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Pre Season Bow Hunting Practice Jul 21, 2009
Inspect the limbs for cracks, and make sure that all the screws and bolts are snug. If a release aid is used look it over to ensure the strap and trigger is functioning. (Suite101.com)
Infant deaths prompt crib recalls Jul 12, 2009
Screws and bolts that are loose or missing. This could allow deadly gaps to develop. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
If it will keep eggs safe Jun 26, 2009
When making appliance or other household repairs, use a carton as a repository for the screws and bolts that you ve removed. Marking the cups helps ensure proper reassembly. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Click to read: Dangerous Decks Beneath Our Feet Jun 25, 2009
And he told Koeppen -- most importantly -- that decks should be firmly secured to a house with screws and bolts. On the badly-engineered deck, Arevelo showed Koeppen how cracked wood or rusty nails can be detrimental materials. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Summer safety May 28, 2009
Also, twice a year the staff checks and records each playground unit from top to bottom, testing swings, slides, screws and bolts, surfacing and all other maintenance requirements. Once spring allows for the public to use our parks more frequently, the staff checks each playground area daily,; Russell said. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Former astronaut reflects on last Hubble mission May 22, 2009
Nickel plating used on some of the Hubble s screws and bolts started to flake off in space, making turning some of the bolts difficult. It was a lesson learned on the metal that was used, Lee said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Designing a nursery Feb 17, 2009
When choosing a cot think of safety first make sure the slats are no more than 60mm apart; that no slats are missing or cracked; that the mattress fits snugly; that there are no cutouts in the footboard or headboard where a little head could be trapped; that the drop-side latches work properly and are secure; that all screws and bolts are tight and are not protruding anywhere they might injure the baby. The compactum. (iAfrica.com)
