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Phoseon Technology introduces the RX FireLine UV LED Curing Systems - Yahoo ... Phoseon Technology introduces the RX FireLine UV LED Curing Systems ... Successful high power UV LED curing technology now available in a narrower form factor suitable for many applications in curing of UV inks, coatings and adhesives. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Gatorz Inc. Announces Closing of Private Placement Offering Oct 7, 2009
In addition, the Company's lens technology, TruRay Optics, offers a comprehensive assortment of ballistic impact-proof lenses which are 100% UV blocking, optically correct and distortion free. Gatorz distribution markets include motorcycling and other motorsports, skydiving, military, off-road, action sports, hunting & fishing, and others. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Tornado Outbreak Review Oct 6, 2009
As Wind Warriors are extremely weak against UV radiation, you have to stay in the cover of clouds in order to survive. Normally, this translates into keeping within certain boundaries during normal play, but it quickly becomes an important gameplay element during the Totem Battles. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Tech hotspot Oct 3, 2009
At a glance it gives you a readout of UV radiation severity - and recommends protective measures to take, according to skin-type. Florianopolis inventors have also helped with another red-hot issue in Brazil: drink-driving. (BBC News -- Americas)
GIS, others receive forgery detecting equipment Sep 30, 2009
The items included desktop computers, desktop printers, toner for printers, desktop scanners, USB hard disk, waldman box, retro-check, folding magnifiers, handheld UV lamps and five volumes of atlas passports. The programme is jointly sponsored by the European Union, British High Commission, Royal Netherlands Embassy and the Spanish Embassy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
TGS 09: Crackdown 2 Hands-on Sep 25, 2009
The main one on display was a UV gun that works a bit like a shotgun, only it spits out ultraviolet light that the freaks can't stand. Pages. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Leading the way Sep 23, 2009
Thank God we didn't listen to the sceptics then or we would all be wearing UV suites today. Steven Glenister, Brighton. (BBC News -- Americas)
Tanning May Be Associated With Moles In Very Light-skinned Children Sep 23, 2009
"The risk factors for melanoma and factors associated with higher nevus counts are the same: lighter hair color, eye color and skin color; greater UV exposure; higher frequency and severity of sunburns; male sex; and freckling." Although previous studies on tanning exposure and nevus development in the white population have been conducted, none have investigated the relationship between tanning and nevi in those with the lightest skin ... "In conclusion, UV tanning promotes nevus development in... (Science Daily)
Market Leading UV LED Curing Technology from Phoseon Technology for Digital and Flexo Printing to be Showcased at Labelexpo 2009 Sep 21, 2009
UV LED curing finally "comes of age" with significant new product introductions utilizing Phoseon's patented technology at LabelExpo 2009. Hillsboro, Oregon (PRWEB) September 21, 2009 -- Labelexpo 2009, to be held this year in Brussels, Belgium from September 23rd to September 26th, marks a key moment in the acceptance of solutions in the printing industry with the exhibition of a slew of new and exciting products that utilize patented SLM technology for UV curing from ... For digital... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Phoseon Technology, Gallus and Siegwerk to Showcase UV LED Curing for Flexographic Label Press Applications at LabelExpo 2009 Sep 21, 2009
Industry leaders in UV LED curing, flexo press and flexo UV ink technology co-operate to provide a path to realistic implementation of UV LED drying systems for Flexographic Printing. Hillsboro, Oregon (PRWEB) September 21, 2009 -- LabelExpo 2009 in Brussels, Belgium from September 23rd-26th will see the unveiling of the first application of UV LED Curing technology for a flexographic label press ... Phoseon's UV LED curing technology will be shown in association with press maker (Hall 5, B50)... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ozone: More UV Radiation In Tropics, Antarctica Sep 16, 2009
Changes In Earth's Ozone Layer Predicted To Increase UV Radiation In Tropics And Antarctica ... Changes In Earth's Ozone Layer Predicted To Increase UV Radiation In Tropics And Antarctica ... 16, 2009) Physicists at the University of Toronto have discovered that changes in the Earth s ozone layer due to climate change will reduce the amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in northern high latitude regions such as Siberia, Scandinavia and northern Canada. (Science Daily)
Sharp to Incorporate UV2A Technology into Production of LCD Panels; Practical Application of Photo-Alignment Technology, a World First Sep 16, 2009
Tokyo, Sept 16, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Sharp Corporation has developed a photo-alignment technology called UV2A(1) Technology for LCD panels that can precisely control the alignment of liquid crystal molecules in a simple LCD panel structure ... Thus Sharp has adopted a special material that responds to UV (ultraviolet) radiation and has developed UV2A Technology as a photo-alignment(2) technology for the alignment film in LCD panels ... This innovative technology is a world first(3), the... (JCN Network, Japan)
Oce JetStream 1000 and Oce VarioPrint 6320 Ultra Systems Win MUST SEE 'EM Awards in Color and Monochrome Production Printing at Print 09 Sep 13, 2009
The Oce JetStream(R) 1000 and Oce VarioPrint(R) 6320 Ultra systems were named "MUST SEE 'EM" (R) winners in Production Color and Production Black and White respectively, while the Oce Arizona(R) 350 XT UV curable flatbed printer was honored with a "Worth a Look"(R) Award ... The Oce Arizona 350 XT UV curable, oversized flatbed printer with Oce VariaDot(TM) imaging technology delivers near-photographic quality for virtually any large format display graphics application ... Oce North America is... (PR Newswire)
AGCO twine and net wrap Sep 11, 2009
To protect against light degradation all twine is treated with a UV inhibitor. AGCO Professional Grade baler twine has higher knot strength, and AGCO Advanced baler twine is designed specifically for extreme baling conditions that require increased grip to avoid slippage. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Panasonic Debuts EVERLEDS LED Light Bulbs; Industry's Most Energy-efficient LED Bulbs Sep 10, 2009
They emit virtually no UV or IR radiation. The 7. (JCN Network, Japan)
Flying By The Skin Of Our Teeth Sep 7, 2009
4, 2009) UV light-enhanced tooth bleaching is not only a con, but is dangerous to your eyes and skin, according to new research. The light treatment gives absolutely no benefit over bleaching without UV, and. (Science Daily)
New Study Compares After-hours And Daytime Surgery Success Rates Sep 6, 2009
12, 2009) It is well known that people with light skin and numerous moles and freckles -- which develop when skin is over-exposed to UV light -- are at higher risk for skin cancer (cutaneous melanoma). But the. (Science Daily)
CFC Destruction of Ozone - Major Cause of Recent Global Warming! Sep 5, 2009
The loss of ozone allowed more UV light to pass through the stratosphere at a sufficient rate to warm the lower troposphere plus 10" of the earth by 0.48 oC (1966 to 1998). Mass and energy balances show that the energy that was absorbed in the lower stratosphere- upper troposphere hit the lower troposphere-earth at a sustainable level of 1.71 x 1018 Btu more in 1998 than it did in 1966. Greater ozone depletion in the Polar Regions caused these areas to warm up some two and one-half (2 ) times... (Energy Pulse, CO)
Lab-on-chip innovator Michelle Khine to be honored Sep 1, 2009
The solar concentrator application is a film that can be installed like a window shade over the top of existing solar panels to shift UV frequencies into the infrared range, thereby enhancing their efficiency ... Incident UV wavelengths, which are usually wasted in conventional solar cells, are then absorbed by the quantum dots, then re-emitted as the near infrared wavelengths which can be converted by a conventional solar cell. (EETimes)
Scientists design filtration system that lets you drink your own SHOWER water! Aug 26, 2009
Plus you still need an ozonizer, chlorine or UV filtration to have an organism free water. Realistically, this should be left to sewage treatment plants, and natural wetlands. (The Drudge Report)
CaseCruzer - New College Trunk Is a Smooth, Secure Ride From Summer to School Aug 18, 2009
Stainless steel ball-bearing wheels put a nice spin on airport and corridor maneuvers ... 75" H. The spacious interior is 4.31 cubic feet. The mobile case with two storage trays weighs only 27 lbs. when empty. Like all , this storage companion gets extra credit for its unique, durable design: a water-tight seal guarantees 100 percent protection from moisture; a pressure equalization valve keeps our dust and adjusts to air travel. It is also impervious to UV, solvents and corrosion. For... (PR Newswire)
Photos: Compete Ranks Top 50 Web Sites for July 2009 Aug 18, 2009
The media industry also saw highs and lows with some of the biggest single-site unique visitor (UV) gains and losses ... 8 million UVs) and Netflix ... 3 million UVs) both maintained their spots among the top 50 sites ranked by overall UVs, while Flixster. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nanospears promise to supercharge solar cells Aug 18, 2009
As a result of the unconventional angle at which the zinc oxide was grown, the material studs the surface with nanoscale spears that absorb long UV wavelength while allowing the shorter IR wavelengths to pass onto the silicon, thus combining both UV and IR absorption. The zinc oxide nanospears are grown atop a silicon wafer by flooding its surface with an alkaline solution saturated with zinc ions. (EETimes)
A sunny perspective on tanning Aug 15, 2009
Ignored in much of that reporting were the very important nuances that define humanity's very important relationship with UV light and sunshine ... Saying that UV exposure is harmful and should be avoided is as wrong as saying that water causes drowning and therefore we should avoid water. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Hawaii salon owner takes the heat over health risk Aug 13, 2009
Since clients spend no more than 10 to 20 minutes per session, Rapoza insists that the UV exposure is less dangerous than what they would get from the sun, which varies in intensity depending on the time of day. Plus, the results they get in the tanning booth are much more predictable and equivalent to about three hours of lying on the beach, minus the sunburn, he said. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Humans 'Damaging The Oceans' In Profound Ways Aug 11, 2009
Besides the changes induced by carbon emissions, the oceans are also under assault from over-fishing, increased UV exposure, toxic pollution, alien species and disease. The combined effect is to weaken the ability of many species to withstand these multiple stresses. (Science Daily)
Video game-like test helps detect vision loss early Aug 5, 2009
While it is unclear why macular degeneration happens, UV sunlight, diabetes, smoking, alcohol and poor nutrition such as diets lacking vegetables, are risk factors. But now the difference this interactive screen test could make is as clear as day and night. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Click to read: Alarm Bells Over Vitamin D Levels in Kids Aug 4, 2009
UV radiation is a carcinogen responsible for most of the estimated 1 ... Global warming has cause UV to go up. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Oconee County police blotter Jul 29, 2009
Oconee County Sheriff's investigator Dale Brown holds a black light over a watch marked by an ultraviolet pen called a UV Ink Pen, which the sheriff's office has been distributing for people to mark their property. The ink leaves an invisible mark, which glows under the black fluorescent light. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Courthouse workers report health issues Jul 23, 2009
He said in the updated system, he plans on putting UV lights in the ventilation to kill bacteria and other irritants. Dice then asked about the lead paint and mold situation. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Learning Online Jul 21, 2009
Utah Valley State College - The selection at UV Open is a bit limited, but you will find courses like Beginning Japanese, Cinematography, and Intro to Science Fiction. 3. (Suite101.com)
Innovative and Affordable Products Uplift Prospects for Point-of-Use Water Treatment Systems Market in India, Finds Frost & Sullivan Jul 21, 2009
"Ultraviolet (UV) systems dominate the market currently, while chemical or resin-based systems are growing substantially at double-digit rates." ... The high cost of UV and RO systems have resulted in low acceptance levels among the middle and lower class sections; consequently, market penetration of these products has been curtailed. (PR Newswire)
Story » Jul 18, 2009
A host of new lures boast UV technology, but what sells doesn't always catch more fish ... UV-reflecting flashers are commonly used in the Pacific Northwest to catch salmon and trout ... "That means UV-reflecting baits are wasted on most freshwater lakes and rivers. But clearing up the water wouldn't solve the problem. Jones contends that most game fish can't detect UV at all."There are a number of fish which see ultraviolet light like carp, minnows, salmon, and assorted coral reef fish," Jones... (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Senate Republicans Won't Block Sotomayor Jul 18, 2009
Iz dat one uv dem John 'perma-tan' bonnners. by Joe_NY_15 July 17, 2009 2:08 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Green remodel eliminates home's electric bill Jul 15, 2009
Double-paned Fleetwood sliding doors, with stainless steel hardware and a special coastal finish to screen out UV rays were installed. For energy production, a 12-watt solar system and a solar hot water system were installed on a durable roof. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Fruit of the harvest: 'Surge in interest in rainwater collection' Jul 13, 2009
Soon even his drinking water was provided by the rain, after it went through filtration and exposure to UV light, Heitz said. Even in Guam, where rain is plentiful, this decision was not based on saving money, because water was so cheap. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Laser 'Weapons' May Be Too Hot to Handle Jul 11, 2009
Also someone mentioned using a UV laser to ionize a channel of air to call a lightening strike. Most military vehicles are hardened against such lightening strikes, severely limiting the chance the strike would cause a catastrophic failure. (Newsmax)
Five Gadgets to Bring to the Beach This Summer Jul 11, 2009
Oregon Scientific Personal UV Monitor ($24). The amount of time a person can stand being in the sun before frying depends on type of skin, strength of sunblock and how rough the day's UV rays are ... This pocket device from Oregon Scientific takes all that information (the UV levels are gathered using an onboard sensor) and gives a countdown clock for exactly how much longer someone can handle exposure to the sun. (Fox News)
Snow (Perisher) Jul 5, 2009
Resort summary: Perisher and Acuvue are promoting the importance of eye health and good snow vision ... 00pm beside the Perisher Skitube Building (look for the Acuvue Van) ... C UV: Low For premium including an advanced and go to. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
XBX: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Jul 5, 2009
Of you can use a UV light to search for hidden stains and there are multiple options for lifting fingerprints. The only problem is that if you choose the wrong tool, you can just go to the next one and keep trying until you get it right. (IGN Mac)
Graphics Arts Blue Book Jul 5, 2009
Question: What are the advantages of Flatbed UV inkjet ... The California Academy of Sciences recognized donors funding the largest living building in the world with six-inch printed glass specimen boxes produced by Techjet Imaging, Vancouver, on an HP Scitex FB6100. (Variety)
James Howard Kunstler on Michael Jackson as America Jul 2, 2009
The Man in the Mirror - Clusterfuck Nation. Clusterfuck Nation Comment on Current Events by the Author of "The Long Emergency". (Harper's Magazine)
MHI Markets LED-UV Drying System for Larger Format Sheet-fed Offset Presses, Realizing 70-80% Reduction in Electricity Consumption Jun 30, 2009
Tokyo, June 30, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has today begun marketing an LED-UV (ultraviolet ray) ink-drying system using light-emitting diodes (LED) which enables significant energy saving in printing ... The LED-UV system will enable significant reductions of 70 to 80% in electricity consumption, compared with UV ink-drying systems that use UV lamps ... With UV printing, the ink on the sheet surface instantly hardens when irradiated by ultraviolet ray. (JCN Network, Japan)
Local (Sydney) Jun 29, 2009
C UV: For premium including an advanced and go to. Sydney 28 Day Rainfall Outlook. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cable venture suspends first advertising product Jun 26, 2009
All sizes, wholesale, UV black, heavy duty, stainless steel. Component video cables that are tested to a frequency of 37 Mhz to assure you it passing a 720p/1080i high-definition signal w/o degradation. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Salt Block Unexpectedly Stretches Jun 25, 2009
25, 2007) A group of researchers at Duke University have developed a method to measure changes in the mechanical properties of DNA upon irradiation with UV light. This work might pave the way for using. (Science Daily)
NASA orbiter on way to explore the moon Jun 20, 2009
The orbiter will send back all kinds of data, from day-night temperature maps to color imaging and UV reflection, NASA said. There is particular emphasis on areas of the moon that may have continuous access to sunlight and where water may exist. (CNN -- Tech)
White Works, but Metal Roofs May Offer Better Option to Homeowners Looking to Save Energy Jun 17, 2009
Real Estate News and Advice. Recently, the U.S. Secretary of Energy encouraged Americans to paint their roofs white, in an effort to reduce global warming by both conserving energy and reflecting sunlight back into space. (RealtyTimes)
Get Your Glow On This Summer Jun 16, 2009
We've updated CBSNews. NEW YORK, June 8, 2009. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Why Black People Need More Vitamin D Jun 5, 2009
Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays ... Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays ... Melanin protects us from harmful UV rays. (Slate)
Research center to open new energy neutral building May 31, 2009
Water will come from rainwater collected from the roof, stored in underground tanks and cleaned by microfiltration and UV sterilization. All the building s used water, or gray water, will be reused for watering the grounds or absorbed by rain gardens. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Soothing Hana Nai'a May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009. Posted on: Friday, May 29, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
LETTER: Too many letter writers relying on fantasy May 29, 2009
This led them to conclude "during these last 30 years the solar total irradiance, solar UV irradiance and cosmic ray flux has not shown any significant secular trend, so that at least this most recent warming episode must have another source.". In other words, the study most quoted by skeptics actually concluded the sun can't be causing global warming. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fishing with Russ May 28, 2009
Fish with spinners, (kokanee killer glow or hot pink glow), hoochies (pink/pearl) or apex (watermelon sparkle UV) and put them down 40 to 65 feet. Fish are averaging 13 to 14 inches. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Creation of 'transgenic' monkey heralds health revolution... May 28, 2009
By shining UV light on the animals, scientists can immediately see whether they have successfully introduced the foreign gene into the animal. Q. Is the breakthrough a cause for celebration. (The Drudge Report)
'PAINT ALL ROOFS WHITE TO STOP GLOBAL WARMING'... May 28, 2009
Notice how the "reporter" of this article (By Louise Gray, Environment Correspondent) sprinkles her article with "Nobel Prize Winner" and "Nobel Laureate) when describing the people that concur with this suggestion and Global Warming in general. Well, they must be right - afterall, they are Nobel Laureates. What crap - most of these Laureates get the distinction because they have the politically correct positions - not because they are right or more intelligent than the rest of us. These people... (The Drudge Report)
Glowing monkeys 'to aid research' May 28, 2009
The marmosets glow an eerie green under UV light. Genetically modified primates that glow green and pass the trait on to their offspring could aid the fight against human disease. (BBC News -- Health)
UC Davis announces Big Bang! winners May 23, 2009
Younis design uses xenon lamps that pulse UV light at water as it circulates through an enclosed cylinder, a system they envision being used instead of chlorine in swimming pools and spas. Second place in the contest, with a $5,000 prize, went to a plan for a back-injury consulting firm, , which was developed by Rena Chhit, a student in the UC Davis Graduate School of Management s Bay Area Working Professional Program, and Michael Mashintchian, a UCLA MBA student. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Officials stop Greenpeace activists at FutureGen site May 22, 2009
Jim1969 wrote on May 21, 2009 10:03 AM:" It doesn't matter what kind of power plant is going to be built. People will find something wrong with it. Build a wind farm and people will complain about the "noise of the turbines" or how ugly they are or how the harm birds. A solar plant and someone will say something about it increasing UV radiation or some such BS. If someone was to develop a real zero energy machine that sold for $1 and was the size of a direct TV dish and had to be mounted on the... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lettuce gets a healthy suntan May 19, 2009
When bombarded with ultraviolet rays from the sun, the lettuce leaf creates UV-absorbing polyphenolic compounds in its outer layer of cells ... To create red leaf lettuce plants enriched with these compounds, Britz purchased low-power LEDs that shine with UVB light, a component of natural sunlight ... Britz exposed the plants to levels of UVB light comparable to those that a beach goer would feel on a sunny day, approximately 10 milliwatts per square meter. (EurekAlert!)
High-tech swimsuits may equal faster times for local athletes, but can cost over $400 (1164) May 16, 2009
Water and UV resistant Power Lycra that reduces water absorption over long distances, whilst providing flexibility, durability and a comfortable fit. Yamamoto SCS fabric with hydrophobic skin that reduces friction drag through the water. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Far UV detector built by UC Berkeley is part of new instrument to be installed on Hubble May 8, 2009
The Space Sciences Laboratory was subcontracted to build the far UV detector in 1998, with research physicist Oswald H.W. Siegmund as lead scientist ... "The far UV detector is similar to what we built for NASA's FUSE mission, but with better resolution and much better sensitivity," said Siegmund, referring to NASA's Far Ultraviolet Spectroscopic Explorer satellite, which was launched in 1999 to study the universe in the far UV waveband. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Home light therapy psoriasis hope May 8, 2009
Phototherapy using UVB light is rarely used in the UK because of limited availability and the number of hospital visits required ... For those who have access to UVB treatment at their local dermatology unit, a course usually entails three visits each week for between eight to 10 weeks ... In the latest study, patients with psoriasis from 14 hospital dermatology departments were randomly assigned to receive either home UVB phototherapy or hospital-based treatment. (BBC News -- Health)
Wii games to be part of meeting May 7, 2009
POWAY ---- Coppertone brings its DermaPhoto Booth, which shows the effects of UV exposure on skin, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday to the Wal-Mart at 13425 Community Roady. Visit and get a free DermaPhoto, plus tips on sun protection methods. (North County Times)
Pandemic or Paranoia? May 7, 2009
Another company, Elderluxe, is selling a $40 Germ Guardian personal air purifier so the swine-flu flustered can breathe "fresh air wherever you go" and a $160 Nano Wand UV Scanner for the "germophobic generation" that sweeps over large areas "to safely kill 99.9 percent of bacteria, viruses and eggs of dust mites.". "Confused about airborne flu threats?" the company's e-mail reads, recommending common precautions such as washing hands, but adding, "and use the NEWEST technology available (UV-C... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
