Author: Anita Hummel
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Is The UL Rating Acceptable In Canada?
Even though Canada is just North of the United States, many people want to know and understand if the UL rating is accepted in Canada or if another safety mark is used in the Canadian market. The UL rating is only for the United States and is not used in Canada, but Canada does have…
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Is UL Approval Required On All Items Sold In The USA?
When looking at consumer and other electrical products sold in the United States, many people want to understand if UL approval is required for any items sold in the United States. A product sold in the United States does not need UL approval; no law mandates that a product must have UL approval to be…
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Differences Between Lacquer, Acrylic, and Enamel Paint
If you are going to be painting, it is good to understand the differences between different types of paint, such as lacquer, acrylic, and enamel paint. All these paints have other properties. Lacquer paint is a quick-drying paint that is very hard and scratch-resistant; it is a traditional paint used for handicraft production in Vietnam…
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Seagrass Baskets Vs. Sweetgrass Baskets
Sweetgrass and Seagrass baskets are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are not the same materials. Sweetgrass and seagrass are very different materials for weaving the baskets. Sweetgrass is a grass growing above the ground and is native to North America and Eurasia; the material is dried to be woven into baskets. Seagrass is a marine…
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Water Hyacinth Vs. Seagrass Materials
Water Hyacinth and Seagrass are two materials that can sometimes get confused as they are used to weave baskets and other home decor products. Water hyacinth and Seagrass materials are two materials that the handweavers in Vietnam used to hand-weave home decor products, including baskets. Seagrass is a material that grows completely underwater in salty,…
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The Difference Between Quality Control And Inspection
Quality Control and quality inspection are essential aspects of the quality control system. Though the two may seem like the same, there are significant differences between them. Quality control is a company’s process to maintain quality throughout the entire production process. Manufacturers must create an environment that ensures products are manufactured up to a specific…