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		<title>Industrial Material Handling Equipment</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 08:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Linda Greens</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Materials Handling]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Flexible Industry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Industrial Environment]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[In any industrial environment such as a factory or warehouse, having the appropriate equipment on hand to be able to move items around safely is essential if you are to avoid accidents in the workplace that can be costly in terms of both lost productivity and damage. There are many different items of specialist industrial [...]]]></description>
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<p>In any industrial environment such as a factory or warehouse, having the appropriate equipment on hand to be able to move items around safely is essential if you are to avoid accidents in the workplace that can be costly in terms of both lost productivity and damage. There are many different items of specialist industrial material handling equipment available that have been designed in order to give you and your staff the best possible chance of getting the job done properly. Different kinds of materials have always needed to be treated in very different ways. It is important to ensure that different items that are reactive and hazardous are treated with the utmost care, while delicate materials such as glass need to be treated in such a way as to prevent them from becoming damaged.</p>
<p>One of the main areas where high quality handling tools are particularly necessary is in the lifting and moving of heavy items that are beyond the ability of staff. In order to prevent serious injury to staff when lifting items it is necessary to install appropriateindustrial material handling equipment in the form of a crane or other lifting device. One of the most popular designs of crane that is used in modern factories is the gantry. This device can be either fixed into place or used to move items laterally, or alternatively there are moving gantry cranes that can be used to lift and move heavy items as required.</p>
<p>Gantries are able to lift extremely heavy items and can be moved around easily by one or two people depending on the exact specification of the system that is installed. They are excellent for larger items, but there are alternatives such as the jib crane that are well suited to smaller lifting jobs. Like gantries, jib cranes are flexible industrial material handling equipment that can be used in a variety of ways. They are particularly well suited to moving smaller and heavy items, and are popular equipment to be used in the loading and unloading area of your operation.</p>
<p>The most important part of equipping your business with the appropriate industrial materials handling equipment is recognizing what items you need, and also, what items you do not need. Many smaller businesses make the mistake of installing equipment that they do not really need, and this has a major impact on profitability. When planning out your processes, you should fully investigate the best way of carrying out all aspects of the task. This will enable you to properly understand what equipment will actually benefit you and what will not. Invest in equipment that improves your work flow, and you are making positive changes that will give you a more efficient facility and greater profit in the long run.</p>
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		<title>The Pros of Textile Printing With Wide-Format Printers</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:54:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Fabrics and Textiles]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Textile Printing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Also, with the advancement of technologies involving wide-format printers and large-format printers for textiles, it is now easier and more profitable to go into the textile printing business. Cost-effectiveness is not the only reason why customers would turn to textiles as an alternative to vinyl and other materials commonly used for signage and interior design. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Also, with the advancement of technologies involving wide-format printers and large-format printers for textiles, it is now easier and more profitable to go into the textile printing business. Cost-effectiveness is not the only reason why customers would turn to textiles as an alternative to vinyl and other materials commonly used for signage and interior design. Textiles present other advantages to customers, and some of these advantages are listed below.</p>
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<p>1. Textile is versatile. Customers value textile because of its versatility. They can be cut, stretched, or otherwise made to conform to any shape that the customer desires. Thus, customers can have decors and signage that is truly customized to their needs with textile printing.</p>
<p>2. Textile can be used indoors and outdoors. Another proof of the versatility of textile is the fact that it can be used both indoors and outdoors. Textile signage and banners can last a long time outdoors without fading if the fabric is properly treated. To make the most out of the durability of textiles, the ink that should be used in the wide-format printers during the textile printing process should be pigment-based and formulated so that the printout would be resistant to scratching and the assault of the elements.</p>
<p>3. Fabrics are lightweight and portable. Fabrics weigh a lot less than vinyl, wood and other materials used for signage and décor. It is also a lot easier to put them up and take them down when necessary. In addition, because fabrics are lightweight, they can be shipped a lot more easily as well. You can pack more fabric in a box and even if they get wrinkled, you can stretch and iron the fabric later.</p>
<p>4. Textiles are friendlier to the environment. Fabrics such as silk and cotton are more sustainable to produce, unlike paper, vinyl or plywood. The resources needed to produce fabrics are renewable and do not take years to grow. They also do not release volatile organic compounds into the atmosphere. Thus, their impact on the environment is not that heavy.</p>
<p>5. Textiles produce a more interesting template for printouts. The texture of fabrics adds another dimension to the printed images, making them more interesting to look at. Because of the enhanced look that the texture of the fabric gives printed images, these images can connect with whoever looks at them at a more emotional level.</p>
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		<title>About Vacuum Transfer Systems in the Oil and Gas Industry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:50:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Fluid and Gas Control]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Vacuum Transfer Systems]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The oil industry has a use for systems that can remove sludge and semi solids in a safe, enclosed manner in Zone 2 areas. These are areas classified as off-shore and hazardous. They often require the uplift of powders, sludge, sand and mud from tanks and other enclosed spaces. A typical system may be made [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The oil industry has a use for systems that can remove sludge and semi solids in a safe, enclosed manner in Zone 2 areas. These are areas classified as off-shore and hazardous. They often require the uplift of powders, sludge, sand and mud from tanks and other enclosed spaces.</p>
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<p>A typical system may be made up of a main vacuum transfer unit, a filtration unit for the system, a vacuum discharge hopper and one or more vacuum skips. The vacuum transfer unit can be a vacuum pump that is diesel powered. It will typically have a filter for sludge as well as a separator for water and other inert liquids. The pump may also have an electric option as well as a hydraulic option for optimum flexibility.</p>
<p>The filtration unit must ensure continuous suction without problems. The dust filters are chemical resistant, high temperature compliant and self-cleaning, allowing near zero interruption time. An additional filtration unit may also be used to filter expelled air to remove any contaminants that may otherwise escape and constitute a risk.</p>
<p>The vacuum discharge hopper effectively discharges materials from the hopper to the waiting vacuum skip or skips. It allows a safe and efficient transfer through a conveyor system that is air driven. There also needs to be a system in place to prevent a jamming of materials as they are transported. This can be achieved by vibrators and air hammers positioned at strategic points. The most efficient hopper systems will allow continuous material transfer even when vacuum skips are being changed.</p>
<p>Vacuum skips are where the material ends up. From this point it can be taken away and safely disposed of. The skips are often designed to be stackable so that two or more can be stacked on top of one another. This can save valuable space in conditions where space is at a premium.</p>
<p>The traditional way to clean the inside of large storage tanks is simply to use man power. Workers typically enter the tank fitted with protective clothing. They may also require breathing equipment if there has been hazardous material contained in the tank that can still emit dangerous fumes. This method is fraught with danger. It is also costly in man hours and can represent a low level of overall efficiency.</p>
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		<title>Industrial Lubricants &#8211; Understanding Its Various Types &amp; Applications</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:48:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Lubricants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Industrial Lubricants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Transmission Fluids]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[There are various types of industrial lubricants including low and high viscosity oils, lubricant powders, waxes and high temperature silicates. With lubricating oils, other forms are also seen such as natural and synthetic oils. At times, they may also be combined with waxes or dispersions of solid lubricants. There are still other forms of lubricants [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are various types of industrial lubricants including low and high viscosity oils, lubricant powders, waxes and high temperature silicates. With lubricating oils, other forms are also seen such as natural and synthetic oils. At times, they may also be combined with waxes or dispersions of solid lubricants. There are still other forms of lubricants used in several industries.</p>
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<p>Dielectric greases and insulating fluids.</p>
<p>Just like the main objective of an industrial lubricant, dielectric greases and insulating fluids are capable of reducing friction, wear and binding of materials. They are often used in capacitors, electric discharge machining, transformers and other electrical devices. It is also applicable in lubricating, sealing and coating.</p>
<p>Among all the uses of dielectric greases and insulating fluids, they are commendable because they have the capacity to provide heat stability and they do not breakdown even at the highest temperature ranges. They are also utilized in dispersing heat from electrical components while they lubricate slide and relay contact switches.</p>
<p>Heat transfer fluids and thermal oils.</p>
<p>These are forms of industrial lubricants utilized in order to carry thermal energy for various applications such as metal working, machine cooling and process heating. It includes other products to provide machine cooling such as chiller fluids, refrigerants and circulating coolants. For heating purposes, products such as hot or heater oils are found.</p>
<p>Hydraulic oil and transmission fluids.</p>
<p>With the name alone, one will be able to say that these lubricants are made specifically for power transmission and hydraulic equipment. Power is transmitted from the fluid through the aid of hydraulic lines before they are transferred to a cylinder. Transmission fluids on the other hand are useful in applications like gearbox assemblies. Most hydraulic and transmission fluids include synthetic lubricants, oil-water emulsions and petroleum or mineral oils. They are specifically used in aerospace, automotive, military and marine applications.</p>
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		<title>More about the Relationship Between the Chemical Industry &amp; Recycling Economy</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:46:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Chemicals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Chemical Industry]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Recycling Economy]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The chemical industry is a rather important industry which mainly produces raw materials for the development of national economy. But at the same time, the the chemical industry has such obvious shortages high energy consumption and high pollution, which not only wastes many resources but also pollutes the whole environment. It is said that the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The chemical industry is a rather important industry which mainly produces raw materials for the development of national economy. But at the same time, the the chemical industry has such obvious shortages high energy consumption and high pollution, which not only wastes many resources but also pollutes the whole environment. It is said that the account of energy consumption taken up by the chemical industry has reached 25 percent of the whole amount all over the country.</p>
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<p>The sustainable development of the chemical industry is to make strict control of pollution during all the producing processes like project design, engineering process and manufacturing management. Thus the pollution in the producing process can be reduced to the minimum extent. In addition, the rate of multipurpose utilization and reusing can be raised. It is an effective way to reduce pollution and cost and protect environment to utilize energy and resources comprehensively and repeatedly. It is also necessary for sustainable development of the chemical industry.</p>
<p>A recycling economy is the pattern of economic development which makes use of energy and resource and protects the environment to the largest extent. Through the technological transformation of traditional industry, it can reduce the energy consumption and pollution as much as possible. Developing recycling economy is an important way to promote structure adjustment, transform economic development pattern, set up a conservation-oriented and environment-friendly society and take a new road to industrialization. It is also a kind of specific practice of applying the scientific outlook on development. What &#8220;recycling economy&#8221; means is to control and reduce pollution from the source.</p>
<p>The chemical industry is now developed at top speed, and it has consumed much energy and produced much pollution, such as Nitrogen and Phosphorus compounds, heavy metals compounds, etc. In order to realize the sustainable development, it is necessary to change its traditional development pattern and development recycling economy in the way of new-type industrialization, which can extremely achieve largest economical benefits and let off least pollution at the cost of least energy consumption and least pollution.</p>
<p>There is a kind of close relationship between chemical sustainable development of industry and recycling economy. Recycling economy and ecological economics, can promote sustainable development of the chemical industry. That is, it can help this industry achieve the most benefits at the cost of the least energy consumption and environmental pollution. Therefore, developing recycling economy is the fundamental way to realize sustainable development, rapid, harmonious and healthy development.</p>
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		<title>Brief History of Industrial Adhesives</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:43:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Adhesives]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[An industrial adhesive is defined as anything that is used in a fastening or bonding application in any manufacturing industry. There are several different types of adhesive that are used regularly &#8211; epoxies, hot melt, sealants, acrylics, thermostat and silicon adhesives. And something many of us are familiar with &#8211; cement and mortar are also [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An industrial adhesive is defined as anything that is used in a fastening or bonding application in any manufacturing industry. There are several different types of adhesive that are used regularly &#8211; epoxies, hot melt, sealants, acrylics, thermostat and silicon adhesives. And something many of us are familiar with &#8211; cement and mortar are also considered to be industrial adhesives.</p>
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<p>Different industrial adhesive types have different properties or features and can be used effectively for different purposes. Some adhesives have particularly good bonding qualities &#8211; for example, hot melt adhesives which can be repeatedly softened and hardened by alternate heating and cooling.</p>
<p>Also particularly versatile are so-called pressure-sensitive adhesives, which &#8211; as the name suggests &#8211; need only very slight pressure to adhere to most surfaces. Pressure sensitive adhesives are available in water, solvent and latex based forms. UV curing adhesives will give a strong and permanent bond without the use of heat, as they use ultra-violet light, or other sources of radiation. One thing to consider is the bonding time &#8211; some UV curing adhesives bond instantly, while others require a longer time.</p>
<p>Some industrial adhesives are defined by their chemical make-up &#8211; acrylic, silicone, rubber and polyurethanes, for example. Acrylic adhesives have a faster setting time than most other resins, and also offer excellent resistance to the elements. Polyurethanes offer durability, flexibility and high resistance to impact.</p>
<p>Rubber sealants and adhesives are widely available and have different uses. Rubber adhesives are usually based on compounds such as nitrile or butyl and they also offer a strong yet highly flexible bond between surfaces. Epoxy adhesives are known for their ability to resist chemical and environmental damage, as well as their general versatility in many areas.</p>
<p>Anaerobic adhesives can be used effectively in an environment with no oxygen and are widely used in many industries &#8211; military, aerospace and marine. Some anaerobic adhesives are designed to be used in a high voltage setting, or with electronic devices or semiconductors.</p>
<p>Silicon based adhesives are known for their flexibility and also have a high resistance to heat &#8211; up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit. Polyurethane sealants and adhesives are available in one or two part adhesive systems and are known for their all-round durability and their high levels of impact resistance.</p>
<p>Today, the development of industrial adhesives with new &#8211; and more effective &#8211; properties is continuing constantly. Engineers and scientists explore ways to enhance several different factors such as flexibility, toughness, setting time, temperature and chemical resistance to make industrial adhesives as effective as they can be.</p>
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		<title>Industrial Flooring Is Not For Sissies</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:46:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Allison Ryan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to industrial flooring you have many choices of material to choose from. There are mats, epoxies, sealers, paints, and more. The main thing behind choosing an industrial flooring material that is suitable for your needs depends on the type of work that will be performed in the room the flooring is being [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to industrial flooring you have many choices of material to choose from. There are mats, epoxies, sealers, paints, and more. The main thing behind choosing an industrial flooring material that is suitable for your needs depends on the type of work that will be performed in the room the flooring is being installed. </p>
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<p>You will find industrial flooring in hospitals, auto repair shops, schools, fire stations, factories, restaurant kitchens. Each flooring situation may require a bit different material that will handle the elements of that situation. Most industrial flooring is designed to resist stains and moister. Some are better than others to handle wear and tear of everyday life.</p>
<p>When you think of industrial flooring you do not have the same mid set as when you are remodeling a home. Style and elegance may not be words that come in the same sentence as industrial flooring, but they can be very slick looking. Many companies pride themselves on the beauty if their industrial flooring finished product look.</p>
<p>There are many companies that offer industrial flooring refinishing. They will come in a make you flooring look brand new. In most cases when they are done it is even better than new. You can often find many samples online that will show videos and pictures of before and after shots to see the quality of their work.</p>
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		<title>How To Prepare For Packing And Moving</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 07:48:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bill Walker</dc:creator>
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<p>â€¢ Pack a box with toilet paper, toothpaste and brushes, snacks, coffee and coffee pot, soap, flashlight, screwdriver, pliers, can opener, paper plates, cups and utensils, a couple of pans, and paper towels are some of the essentials you may need upon arrival at your new home. Ask your van foreman to load it on the van last, so that it will be unloaded at your new home first. Before packing medicine and toiletry items, make sure that their caps and lids have been tightly secured.</p>
<p>â€¢ Pack a similar box with the same things as a survival package in case you have to wait for the movers.</p>
<p>â€¢ Tour the warehouse of your mover to check for security, organization and cleanliness.</p>
<p>â€¢ You may need to call old residents or businesses, so take your current phone book with you.</p>
<p>â€¢ Lighten your load, host a Garage Sale.</p>
<p>â€¢ Make sure the mover does an inventory and make sure you check and understand what is written on the inventory form.</p>
<p>â€¢ Keep your Bill of Lading handy. Make a note of your shipment registration number.</p>
<p>â€¢ Give the foreman your reach number and an alternate number so they can contact you.</p>
<p>â€¢ Keep you pets away from all the activity on moving day.</p>
<p>â€¢ Let all your electrical gadgets &#8220;acclimate&#8221; themselves to room temperature before plugging them in.</p>
<p>Here are some important tips about how to prepare for packing and moving and how to choose a reliable packers and movers services provider. Prefer to choose local packers and Movers Company. Keep in mind it should be economical and cost effective. Also ensure that they should be reliable and good service providers. Before packing and moving, follow some of the measure to safe and secure transfer of your goods.</p>
<p>â€¢ Start preparation for packing at least 3-4 days ago/Prepare for packing at least a week ago otherwise it will be<br />
become hectic.</p>
<p>â€¢ Call your packing and moving service provider at the day of moving or a day before. It will help you in packings.</p>
<p>â€¢ Keep most necessary items in a single cartoon or boxes.</p>
<p>â€¢ Use strong boxes because they are secure.</p>
<p>â€¢ Always use regular boxes of same sizes because they make stacking much easier.</p>
<p>â€¢ Donâ€™t overload in the boxes.</p>
<p>â€¢ Locate all valuables, such as jewellery, collections and personal records, and pack these separately to take with<br />
you.</p>
<p>â€¢ At last take a final glance at your packings.</p>
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		<title>Power Supplies</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:44:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Conner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before your computer can operate properly, it needs an adequate amount of electricity. Through the power supply systemâ€™s switcher technology, power deliveries the electricity once the alternating current (AC) input from an electrical outlet is converted into direct current (DC) input for your computer. The power supply is typically known as the â€œswitching power supply.â€ [...]]]></description>
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<p>Before your computer can operate properly, it needs an adequate amount of electricity. Through the power supply systemâ€™s switcher technology, power deliveries the electricity once the alternating current (AC) input from an electrical outlet is converted into direct current (DC) input for your computer. The power supply is typically known as the â€œswitching power supply.â€ This is a metal box found in a corner of the computer case. In most cases, power supplies are visible at the back of the computer that contains a power-cord receptacle, cooling fan and off/on switch.</p>
<p>As various components of the computer have different requirements, there are three voltages typically provided by a power supply: 3.3 volts, 5 volts, and 12 volts. The digital circuits of most computers use the first two voltage rails while the 12-volt rail is used in disk drives and fans. The main specification of power supplies is using wattage to rate the current they use up. In the early 90â€™s, the typical power supply used around 150 watts. But as the advancement of computer technologies grew, the need for higher wattage arose. Thus, you are now able to purchase 450 watts or greater.</p>
<p>The emergence of higher-wattage power supplies led to many believing that these systems are better for their computers. Apparently, they misinterpreted that installing a large-containing-wattage power supply would safeguard their computers against under-powering the system, and at the same time, draw only the amount of current required. However, this notion is not advantageous at all, as large power supplies can produce more heat. As power supplies are rated through wattage, generating more heat would mean more wattage used. Thus, more wattage used would also mean higher cost for the power.</p>
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		<title>Hybrids: Could They Save The Automotive Industry?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:32:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Conner</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[What makes it a hybrid? A hybrid car has two or more on-board energy sources and most often features electric power combined with at least one other energy source. Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission technology allows management of transitioning back and forth to each energy source, and a regenerative braking system recharges the battery when [...]]]></description>
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<p>A hybrid car has two or more on-board energy sources and most often features electric power combined with at least one other energy source. Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission technology allows management of transitioning back and forth to each energy source, and a regenerative braking system recharges the battery when the car slows.  </p>
<p>Mild hybrid cars are defined by a primary reliance on gas engine power for<br />
propulsion, with electric power secondary. Full hybrid cars rely on electric power for propulsion and the secondary gas engine for power and acceleration.</p>
<p>How does it work?</p>
<p>The typical hybrid utilizes a gasoline engine and an electric motor, and rechargeable batteries store the energy used by the electric motor. For a lot of vehicles these rechargeable batteries are also replaceable. The driver doesnâ€™t have to worry about which energy source to use to maximize efficiency, since a computer system determines when to switch systems. These hybrids use less gasoline since they also use electricity as a fuel. Some future hybrids may be plug-ins, with the ability to be recharged at home. As hybrids become more common it is clear the plug-in kind we&#8217;ll be the most attractive. Despite the possibility of developing plug-ins in a wider range, most consumers are buying battery powered hybrids.</p>
<p>All the others.</p>
<p>Other hybrids have alternative fuel tanks that use traditional gasoline and another fuel, like compressed natural gas (CNG). Although not renewable, CNG is cheaper and is readily available. More similar to conventional gas engine cars, flexible fuel vehicles have a single fuel system which can run on two separate fuels like gasoline and E85, or a blended fuel. A more environmentally friendly option is removing gas engine power altogether. French manufacturer Venturi is in the process of developing a car that features two alternative fuel sources, solar photovoltaic cells and electric power.</p>
<p>One can say that hybrids are merely a stop gap measure for use only until a true alternative can be found. This seems certainly the case, but one needs to understand that hybrids might be around for a while as no one has settled on a clear propulsion alternative. Hybrids offer a great transitional propulsion system for any consumer.</p>
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