Harvard University Recognizes Refrigerants, Naturally! With Prestigious Award

Roy Family Award 2011 celebrates power of collaboration in tackling climate change

Although he is comfortable using the sealer, Lou says he doesn't know yet how effectively it will repair a known leak.So it's too soon for Lou Fort to know if AC-1 A/C Stop Leak and Sealer will seal a known leak, but he considers it an inexpensive way to prevent comebacks on a proper A/C repair. Perhaps most importantly, because of the company's claims (and the fact that it's intended for use by professional technicians), he's comfortable knowing it won't cause problems with his recovery/recycling equipment.“Refrigerants, Naturally! demonstrates that meaningful reductions in greenhouse gas emissions are possible if business and NGOs are creative and are prepared to work together”, said Henry Lee, director of the Environment and Natural Resources Program at Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, in announcing the 2011 award winner.Air conditioning and refrigeration may effectively reduce temperatures but will also reduce humidity causing cork shrinkage. Buckets filled with water and regularly topped up will usually solve this problem. Alternatively, several companies now offer cellaring cabinets of varying sizes, that are, effectively, modified refrigerators with humidity control and these same companies can also supply humidity control units for rooms.Lou Fort, lead tech at K.A.R.S. in Huntingburg, Ind., and a veteran ASE-certified Master Tech, reported that Bar's Leak AC-1 A/C Stop Leak and Sealer is easy to use and might be a real time-saver in situations that don't warrant repair."I personally feel a true professional would want to let everyone know that a sealer/dye has been added to the system. It could even serve as advertisement for them." He suggested the bottle be fitted with a peel-and-stick label.Depending on the size of your cellar and your budget, your wines can be stored in either racks or boxes. There are various racking and storage systems available ranging from metal individual bottle storage racks through to custom-built wooden systems. Cardboard cartons in which wines are packed provide efficient insulation and also protect the wine from light. Another alternative, albeit an expensive one, is specially designed styrene boxes, which provide excellent insulation and double as wine racks."Refrigerants, Naturally! strives to eliminate an entire class of dangerous greenhouses gases from a large industrial sector. As the group has now catalyzed a commitment to eliminate HFCs from the Consumer Goods Forum's 400 companies, we have a real shot at the kind of fundamental transformation we need. For this reason, Greenpeace is honored to be working with these corporations on this issue", said Amy Larkin, Director Greenpeace Solutions.“Refrigerants, Naturally! has played an important role in raising the profile of this important issue and demonstrating what can be achieved through shared vision and commitment", said Thomas Lingard, Global External Affairs Director Unilever and Chair of Refrigerants, Naturally!.Note to the editorsRefrigerants, Naturally! brings together four high-profile private companies – The Coca-Cola Company, McDonald’s, Unilever, and PepsiCo – which are committed to combat climate change and ozone layer depletion by eliminating F-gases and substituting them with natural refrigerants (e.g. ammonia, carbon dioxide, and hydrocarbons). Greenpeace and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) have been supporters of this partnership from the beginning, by providing advice, information and linkages to their own activities.Since 2004, Refrigerants, Naturally! has focused its efforts on overcoming barriers to the use of natural refrigerants including worldwide availability, maintenance, technical challenges and regulation. The companies have come a long way. They actively promote a shift in point-of-sale cooling technology toward safe, reliable, energy-efficient and cost-effective natural refrigerants with low or zero global warming potential and zero ozone depleting potential. The initiative provides a platform and a critical mass in communicating with the refrigeration technology supply chain, with other large companies using similar refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, governments and civil society.Wine is best stored under cool, dark, airy conditions, free from vibration, odors and dampness. A cellar need not be under the house. The single most important factor is temperature stability. Wines stored where the temperature varies gradually with the seasons are better off than wines stored in a room which is heated during the day and then allowed to cool to winter temperatures at night.Lou said the product was easy to use because it comes in pre-measured doses that also include a tracer dye. He feels that the dye is a further indication of the product's less aggressive sealant. "They don't claim it to be a cure-all, so if your leak is, say, a shaft seal, you already have the dye in the system to find the leak."It is important to note that your wines will mature more quickly if your cellaring conditions are not ideal. If you are like me, you have more everyday style wine in your cellar than anything. These wines are better to drink quickly rather than store for years and years. However, proper storage conditions will keep your wine from spoiling too quick and you may be surprised with the excellent aging results you achieve with some higher end or more complex styles such as Bordeaux or Pinot Noir/Burgundy. Try asking your local wine merchant to suggest some wines for you that age well and have fun starting a collection of age worthy wine to go with your everyday wine.He suggested it would be useful any time the refrigerant system is charged "as a sort of an insurance policy against a small seal or fitting leak causing a comeback." That's because it's not like other A/C sealers he's familiar with."A/C sealers have a lot of us scared to death (because) so many of them on the market are equipment killers. This is not (because) they don't claim it will stop all leaks. In a system that is tested and proven to hold a specific amount of vacuum for a specific amount of time, they say it can seal a leak by forming a non-hardening seal.""Small A/C leaks can take months to actually show in a real-world environment." Lou tested the product last fall, using four of the six bottles he received.

1 U.S. EPA 2004, “Determination of comparative HCFC and HFC emission profiles for the Foam and Refrigeration sectors until 2015,” http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/emissions/downloads/FoamEmissionProfiles_Part1.pdf

How To Store Your Wine

So, you love wine, you've bought a few of your favorite bottles and you store them in a wine rack on your counter or on top of your refrigerator. Then one day your friend brings you a bottle and you get another bottle for a gift and you begin to run out of room on your counter. Then you begin thinking...where is the best place to store my wine. Most wine lovers have seen the day that requires graduating from a couple bottles in a rack to coming up with some sort of system to sort, store, and keep wine accessible. The following are some tips for keeping your wine healthy and tasting good long-term.

"One is on a 2001 Crown Vic that came in for a compressor failure. The sealer/dye was added (after repair) as an insurance policy. Another was a 1996 Deville that had a small evaporator core leak. When (the customer was) told it would be over $1,200 to install a core, they just couldn't afford it. So after explaining this new product, they decided to give it a try. We should know in a few months if it has fixed that Deville." Lou described a similar situation with a regular customer's Dodge Dakota, saying that "time will tell the tale."The reviewhttp://belfercenter.ksg.harvard.edu/project/43/environment_and_natural_resources.html?page_id=16In 1987, F-gases such as CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and later also HCFCs (hydrochlorofluorocarbons) were controlled under the Montreal Protocol due to their negative impact on the stratospheric ozone layer. Unfortunately, many of them were replaced with another generation of F-gases known as HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons). HFCs, which have a direct global warming impact more than a thousand times worse than the reference gas carbon dioxide (CO2), are currently used in much of the world’s commercial refrigeration. Refrigeration is critical in food and beverage production, processing, storage, transportation and point-of-sale (e.g. supermarket cabinets, beverage coolers, ice cream freezers). Commercial refrigerants represent 41% of total refrigerant emissions.1Circle 56 on inquiry card or click e-inquiry at pten.com

It is important to note that your wines will mature more quickly if your cellaring conditions are not ideal. If you are like me, you have more everyday style wine in your cellar than anything. These wines are better to drink quickly rather than store for years and years. However, proper storage conditions will keep your wine from spoiling too quick and you may be surprised with the excellent aging results you achieve with some higher end or more complex styles such as Bordeaux or Pinot Noir/Burgundy. Try asking your local wine merchant to suggest some wines for you that age well and have fun starting a collection of age worthy wine to go with your everyday wine.

Author: Jennifer de Jong

Bar's Products AC-1 A/C Stop Leak and Sealer

Bar's Leaks developed the Professional DiFM AC-1 A/C Stop Leak and Sealer to permanently seal rubber and metal leaks. With a non-clogging formula, this solution is compatible with all types of automotive A/C refrigerant. The formula also contains A/C system UV dye for leak detection and special synthetic oil seal conditioners for O-rings and gaskets.

GLASHÜTTEN, Germany -- The John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University announced Refrigerants, Naturally! as the recipient of the prestigious 2011 Roy Family Environmental Award. The award will be presented to the recipients at a Harvard Kennedy School event on May 4th 2011. The partnership was selected from a group of highly qualified projects from around the world. Reviewers praised Refrigerants, Naturally!’s impact on an important and often overlooked problem – persistent fluorinated gases (so called F-gases such as CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs) in our atmosphere – and held it up as a pragmatic and effective example of corporations and environmental organizations working together to reduce severe threats to the global environment.He did suggest one improvement: a warning label that could be attached permanently somewhere under the hood.A UNEP report released at the Cancun climate negotiations last year highlighted that even if countries fully implemented the pledges and intentions associated with the Copenhagen Accord, in the best case scenario they could cut emissions to around 49 gigatonnes of CO2 equivalent by 2020. This leaves a gap of around 5 gigatonnes of CO2 equivalent that needs to be bridged over the coming decade - an amount equal to the emissions of all the world's cars, buses and trucks in 2005.3 Cutting “non-CO2 gases” including avoiding HFCs and improving energy efficiency of refrigeration equipment – as is being done voluntarily by the Refrigerants, Naturally! Partners - contributes to quickly close this gap.1 U.S. EPA 2004, “Determination of comparative HCFC and HFC emission profiles for the Foam and Refrigeration sectors until 2015,” http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap/emissions/downloads/FoamEmissionProfiles_Part1.pdfThe consequences of the rapid growth in HFC emissions are sobering. Because they are persistent in the atmosphere, HFCs will be responsible for between 9% and 19% of CO2 equivalent emissions by 2050 even if we do not act to reduce CO2 emissions. If the reduction of CO2 remains the focus of climate change initiatives and nothing is done about HFCs, they will be responsible for between 28% and 45% of CO2 equivalent emissions by 2050.2Store wine on its side, ideally with the neck sloping slightly upwards so that the cork remains wet, the bubble of air is in the shoulder and any sediment will collect at the bottom of the bottle. This will make the wine easier to decant. Place the bottle with the label facing up or use written neck tags so you do not disturb a wine to identify it. Align the bottles so that the corks are visible - this will allow easy inspection for problems such as leakage.Refrigerants, Naturally! is taking action to combat global warming and climate change by replacing F-gases in refrigeration equipment with climate-friendly natural refrigerants and is successfully promoting the technology amongst other companies around the world.About the Roy Family AwardThe ideal cellar temperature is 12-15oC(53-59F) with a relative humidity of 65-75%. It is worthwhile using a thermometer to monitor summer temperatures. It may be a cause for concern if the cellar temperature goes much over 18oC(64F), as warm conditions will accelerate the development of your wines, possibly reducing the pleasure to be had from them.Scientific backgroundThe Roy Family Award celebrates an outstanding public-private partnership project that enhances environmental quality through the use of novel and creative approaches. By drawing attention to an exceptional partnership, the award aims to inspire others to replicate or expand upon the success. More info on

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How To Make Your Refrigerator More Efficient

Most people don't realize how much electricity a refrigerator uses. Unlike most household appliances, a refrigerator is working hard all the time. It is a heat pump, pumping heat out of the freezer, and using a fan to cool off the refrigerator unit. So, if you want to save money on your utility bill, you should make sure that your refrigerator is running at top efficiency.

PaperbackBob Vila recommends that you put replacement seals in the clothes dryer for a few minutes to warm them. Warming, he says, removes the crimps that come from being packed in the shipping box. And while your keeping the door clean, be sure to vacuum around the coils. The refrigerator coils are usually either on the back of the unit, or on the bottom of it. The coils are essential working parts of your refrigerator -- they are how the refrigerator dissipates the heat that it is pumping out of the interior. Dirty coils don't dissipate heat well, because the dirt acts like an insulator. Clean coils do what they're supposed to do -- dissipate heat at maximum efficiency.Another handy method of making your refrigerator more efficient is to use the "energy saver" setting on your refrigerator's controls. The controls can be found on the inside of the refrigerator unit, often on the refrigerator's "ceiling." Try different settings, and be sure to use a refrigerator thermometer to make sure the settings keep your food cold, between 35 and 37 degrees fahrenheit, or around 2 degrees celsius. While you're at it, get a freezer thermometer as well. The freezer should be around 0 degrees fahrenheit, -18 celsius. Check both thermometers regularly, particularly during the summer.Step 1: Cut back on red meat2010Research how you should recycle in your town. What do the recyclers accept? How should it be sorted? Do you need special bins? Does the recycling company pickup on a different day than the trash? These are all things you should know so that you can make the most out of your garbage!When cattle belch, methane gas is released, which traps 23% more heat into the Earth's atmosphere than carbon dioxide. Livestock manure is also the source of two-thirds of man-made nitrous oxide, which traps 300% percent more heat than carbon dioxide. Raising and eating livestock is responsible for more greenhouse emissions than transportation! Try cutting back on the amount of red meat you and your family consume. Instead of cooking 10 ounce steaks for each family member, use one steak and chop it up for a stir-fry. If you're feeling adventurous, try going vegetarian a few days a week.

These simple maintenance tips should make your refrigerator live a healthy, energy efficient life. And you'll notice the difference on your utility bill.

Author: Johnny Waymire

10 Steps To A Greener Kitchen

Did you know that your kitchen is one of the biggest drains on your home's energy bills? With sinks, dish washers, refrigerators and all kinds of electric appliances, and let's not forget about the non-recyclable food packaging, it's no wonder that learning how to "greenify" kitchens has become so important. Protect your wallet and your planet by following these ten easy steps to making your kitchen green.

Appliances that are turned off but plugged in still use energy - this is called vampire energy. Unplug all appliances that aren't in use such as toasters, blenders, televisions and other appliances and you can save a couple hundred dollars a year! If you're not looking forward to plugging and unplugging the most-used appliances all day long, you can purchase a $10 surge strip that will allow you to plug in many appliances. The power strip has one button that controls everything plugged into it.When opening the doors to your refrigerator and freezer, make sure you've already got a pretty good idea what you're looking for. Keeping the door open while you "take inventory" is a bad habit that you should try to break. Know what's in your refrigerator, and where it's located. Refrigerator and freezer doors are kept closed with magnetic strips. The magnetic strips are embedded in a rubber seal around the door. Keep the seals clean. Debris on the seal can let air in and out, compromising the air tightness and making the refrigerator work harder.Of course, whether your refrigerator is new or old, there are always other things that you can do to improve its efficiency. Is your freezer full? It should be. A full freezer is easier to keep cold. Filling milk jugs with tap water about two thirds the way up will eventually provide a nice block of ice that will help keep your freezer cold with minimal use of energy. And, in case of a black out, the jugs of frozen water will help keep other things in the freezer cold longer. Best of all, in case of a severe emergency -- think hurricane season -- the jugs of water can be thawed out and used. Remember, when you fill up those jugs to put in the freezer, don't fill them all the way to the top. Water expands when it freezes. Two thirds full should be just fine.Step 3: Wash dishes the green wayIt has been estimated that using a dishwasher uses about 37% less energy than washing dishes by hand. This only holds true if you let the faucet run continually as you hand wash. If you don't have a dishwasher, fill one side of your sink up with soapy water and other other side with clean water to rinse the dishes. If you have only one large area in your sink, you can purchase a plastic tub to fill up with soapy water for very little money.Even if you can only manage to implement a few of these steps, your kitchen and the planet will be more environmentally friendly and less wasteful! You'll be taking part in making sure our planet is livable for many generations to come.Step 2: Keep that door closedNova Science PublishersStep 5: Make use of microwaves, toaster ovens and slow cookersClick here to see rankings and reviews for eco-friendly appliances.Don't throw out anything that can be reused. If you use Ziploc bags, wash them out and reuse them. If you bring home leftovers from a restaurant in a plastic container, wash it and reuse it! Imagine the money you'll save on everyday items when you start recycling.Speaking of water, open water evaporates and condenses in a refrigerator. This makes the refrigerator work harder, and also tends to drip little annoying drops of water on your hands whenever you reach for something on the top shelf. So, if you put something wet into the fridge, make sure it is covered.These simple maintenance tips should make your refrigerator live a healthy, energy efficient life. And you'll notice the difference on your utility bill.Researchers at the Thermal Center of Lyon and the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Annaba (Algeria), present this volume focusing on energy consumption and conservation in refrigeration plants. They provide a literature review and summary as well as a report on an original simulation program.Standing in front of the refrigerator with the door open, trying to decide what to grab, has become a pastime - and it also wastes lots of energy! When the door is open, the energy quickly escapes, which means your fridge must work harder to maintain the right temperature.Step 4: Use energy-saving appliancesEating organic food is not only healthy for the environment, but healthy for you too! While pesticides were developed for a good reason, their cost may outweigh their benefit. Eating foods free of pesticides or at least very low in pesticides helps keep chemicals running off into our rivers and oceans.([c]2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR)When you are using the stove top, use a lid to cover your food to keep energy from being wasted. Cooking without lids can use up to three times more energy. Another perk to using a lid is that your food will cook more quickly.Boumaraf, Latra et al.Step 8: Eat local and eat organicYou can test for good seals by slipping a dollar bill in between the door and the fridge. Close the door, and try to take the dollar bill out. If it's easy to remove, your seals need cleaning. After cleaning, try using silicone spray to revitalize the old rubber on the seals. If this doesn't improve things, you might want to see if you can get the seals replaced. You can order replacement refrigerator seals online, or by phone, from your refrigerator's manufacturer.Don't run the dish washer every night, unless it is filled to capacity. If your dishwasher has an "economy" cycle, test it out.

Research how you should recycle in your town. What do the recyclers accept? How should it be sorted? Do you need special bins? Does the recycling company pickup on a different day than the trash? These are all things you should know so that you can make the most out of your garbage!

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Ejectors and their usefulness in the energy savings

Ejectors and their usefulness in the energy savings.

Microwave ovens use about 50% less energy than conventional ovens. They are also much cooler options once summer hits, which means your home will use less air conditioning. Slow cookers have been found to use about 30% less energy. If you have a larger family, then you will probably need the oven, but be sure to preheat the oven only for the minimum amount of time.The more efficient your refrigerator is, the less energy it will use. And that, of course, saves you money. Sometimes, the best way to make an old refrigerator more efficient is to simply get rid of it, and replace it with an Energy Star compliant new model. The savings on your electric bill can be substantial. Additionally, features such as automatic defrosting consume electricity as well. Modern designs are more energy efficient, and so replacing an old refrigerator almost always makes a great deal of sense.Step 7: Unplug appliances that are not in useStep 9: RecycleEnergy science, engineering and technologyStep 6: Cook with the lid on$43.0092 pagesAlso, if you've had your refrigerator for many years, test the door seal. Close a dollar bill inside the door. If you can pull out that dollar bill easily, chances are your fridge is leaking cold air. Repairing a seal is not usually a problem, although you may consider purchasing a more energy-efficient fridge if it's been around for awhile.

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Reviewed.com launches site devoted to washer and dryer reviews

TELECOMWORLDWIRE-June 17, 2011-Reviewed.com launches site devoted to washer and dryer reviews(C)1994-2011 M2 COMMUNICATIONS http://www.m2.com

One of the best reasons to consider this type of appliance for your kitchen is that it is easy to find matching products. For example, you can typically find a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and oven. Of course, if you do not want to pay for all your appliances to be made of this material, you can still match it. This is because there is imitation stainless steel available, offering the same look for a lower price. Additionally, most items that are simply made of metal match this look pretty well, which means that your toaster oven, toaster, coffeemaker and can opener can all match the rest of your kitchen without actually being made of stainless steel.Finally, one of the biggest details of stainless steel appliances is that they can make a kitchen look modern, even if the countertops and cabinets are outdated. This means that you do not have to make over your entire kitchen for it to look newer, saving you money in the long run. Whether your kitchen is large or small, new or old, you can give it a stylish look by going with this kind of material.Of course, if you prefer a traditional look in your home, and tend to have more convention d�cor, stainless steel appliances might not suit you. In this case, you might be more interested in black, white, or beige, but if you are ready to get an updated look, you now know what material to choose for your kitchen.

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Consider the Appeal of Stainless Steel Appliances

If you are remodeling your kitchen, you may be wondering what color you should go with for the appliances. There are several reasons to consider stainless steel appliances, which are some of the most popular kinds. Of course, these kinds of products are usually among the most expensive, but you will likely find them worth the cost if you like the look. Find out why most homeowners with stainless steel appliances are happy to pay the extra price.

Of course, this kind of material is known for its high quality, as it is durable. In fact, many professional chefs outfit their kitchens with stainless steel appliances, as they are known for being longlasting. In general, they are worth the higher price, though of course you can always go for used or overstock products if you want the high quality without the matching price.The new site features Reviewed.com's in-depth, comprehensive product reviews applied to home washers and dryers, providing an analysis of energy and water efficiency, stain removal performance and clothing wear and tear.((Comments on this story may be sent to tww.feedback@m2.com))

Of course, if you prefer a traditional look in your home, and tend to have more convention d�cor, stainless steel appliances might not suit you. In this case, you might be more interested in black, white, or beige, but if you are ready to get an updated look, you now know what material to choose for your kitchen.

Author: Heather Mills

Find the Perfect LG Fridge Freezer Style for You

LG is a company that many people trust to make superior electronics, and their line of fridge freezers is typically no exception to this rule. Fortunately, there is something for everyone when it comes to these appliances, which you will likely note as you look for the perfect LG fridge freezer for you. Consider some of the types available before you buy one.

Clearly, nearly anyone can find a great LG fridge freezer for them, no matter their preferences when it comes to style or function. Just determine your price range, the amount of doors you want, and the style you enjoy most. Then it is time to start shopping for the perfect LG fridge freezer for your kitchen.If you are looking for a traditional fridge that features a freezer on the top, and a refrigerated section on the bottom, this company should satisfy you. LG takes a basic design and refreshes it with contoured doors, hinges that you cannot see, and energy efficiency. This is clearly not the same fridge that you typically saw decades ago in most kitchens, as this company has updated it while keeping the traditional look. If you are more into the look of the side-by-side, which is also considered conventional, you can still find an LG fridge freezer that is ideal for you. This manufacturer offers several, most of which have a water dispenser that is taller than average, as well as an extra spacious interior so that you can store tons of food.Product reviews provider Reviewed.com announced on Thursday the launch of WasherDryerInfo.com, the network's second home appliance reviews site.

Clearly, nearly anyone can find a great LG fridge freezer for them, no matter their preferences when it comes to style or function. Just determine your price range, the amount of doors you want, and the style you enjoy most. Then it is time to start shopping for the perfect LG fridge freezer for your kitchen.

Author: Heather Mills

Discover the Ideal LG Fridge Freezer Style for You

LG is a company that many people trust to manufacture superior electronics, and their line of fridge freezers is frequently no exception to this rule. Fortunately, there is something for everyone when it comes to these products, which you will likely note as you look for the best LG fridge freezer for you. Consider some of the types available before you purchase one.

The new site features reviews of both upright and canister style vacuum cleaners. They offer direct comparisons between the popular bagless vacuums as well as the more traditional bagged vacuums. The products are tested in Reviewed.com's 5,000 square foot test labs under the Reviewed.com methods of comprehensive scientific product testing."Our first two home appliance sites in refrigerators and washers/dryers were incredibly well received by consumers and the industry," stated Robin Liss, publisher of Reviewed.com. "We're really excited today to announce the launch of VacuumCleanerInfo.com and to continue this expansion into floor-care product reviews and recommendations for the home consumer."The new law obliges the commission to regularly review and adapt the list of restricted substances according to a number of criteria; further substances in electrical and electronic equipment may be banned in the future.

Clearly, nearly anyone can attain a good LG fridge freezer for them, no matter their preferences when it comes to appearance or function. Just consider your price range, the number of doors you need, and the style you like most. Then it is time to start browsing for the perfect LG fridge freezer for your home.

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Eu extends RoHS coverage

BRUSSELS -- The Council of the European Union revised the directive on hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, extending protection from dangerous chemicals to more electrical appliances, and improving the safety of products such as mobile phones, refrigerators and electronic toys.

First adopted in 2003, the law bans six hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, including lead, mercury and cadmium.The revised act will enter into force shortly after its publication in the Official Journal of the EU and must be transposed into national law within 18 months. - CDEDITED BY MIKE BUETOWCONTACT: Steve Kelley of Reviewed.com, 1-617-848-9008, SKelley@reviewed.com

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Reviewed.com Launches VacuumCleanerInfo.com

Features reviews of upright, canister, bagless and bagged vacuum cleaners.

Clearly, nearly anyone can attain a good LG fridge freezer for them, no matter their preferences when it comes to appearance or function. Just consider your price range, the number of doors you need, and the style you like most. Then it is time to start browsing for the perfect LG fridge freezer for your home.The new website is being launched in conjunction with USA TODAY. Friday's newspaper will feature an article about the things to look for when purchasing a vacuum cleaner, written by the Reviewed.com editorial staff. The site will be promoted across USATODAY.com and other Gannett properties.The Reviewed.com network of technology review publications includes: DigitalCameraInfo.com, TelevisionInfo.com, WasherDryerInfo.com, RefrigeratorInfo.com, CamcorderInfo.com, PrinterInfo.com, HeadphoneInfo.com,as well as international editions. The network reaches an average of 1,000,000 monthly unique readers.For those who seek ultra modern appliances, LG makes a fridge that possesses four doors instead of two or three. This is in the style of the typical French door fridge freezer, but features two drawers on the bottom instead of one. Both bottom drawers are dedicated to the freezer, allowing you to be extra organized. This also lets you keep the items you do not need frequently in the bottom drawer, and those that you use a lot in the top one.If you are looking for a standard fridge that features a freezer on the top, and a refrigerated section on the bottom, this manufacturer should satisfy you. LG takes a standard design and refreshes it with curved doors, hinges that you cannot see, and energy efficiency. This is clearly not the same fridge that you typically saw decades ago in most kitchens, as this brand has updated it while keeping the traditional appearance. If you are more into the appearance of the side-by-side, which is also considered conventional, you can still find an LG fridge freezer that is perfect for you. This manufacturer offers several, most of which have a water dispenser that is taller than average, as well as an extra spacious interior so that you can store lots of food.The review extends the scope of the ban to more products, now in principle applying to allelectrical and electronic equipment, as well as to cables and spare parts. Monitoring and control devices and medical devices will be covered in three years, in vitro medical devices in five years, and industrial control appliances in six years. Photovoltaic panels to produce energy from solar light do not have to comply with the restriction.BOSTON, July 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Following the momentum from its rapid growth into home appliances, Reviewed.com today announced the launch of VacuumCleanerInfo.com. The new site features reviews of vacuums and floor-care solutions for the home.Founded in 1997, Reviewed.com was acquired by USA TODAY in early 2011. Reviewed.com provides market-leading, comprehensive reviews in multiple categories. Each site features standardized, lab-tested, scientific reviews and comparison tools that empower consumers with all the information they need before making a purchase. Reviewed.com conducts its testing in dedicated facilities that feature lab-quality testing equipment. These objective, proprietary testing methods give Reviewed.com a competitive edge with easy to understand reviews that compare products side-by-side.

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