Category: Manufacturing
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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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Basket Weaving As A Small Scale Industry, Why It Matters
The other day, I was at a small basket weaving factory with which we are developing some products. As I watched these artisans weaving their baskets, I thought about why basket weaving is an essential small-scale industry and why it matters. Basket weaving is a small-scale industry that matters because it is one industry that…
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5 Types of Seagrass Weaving Styles You Need to Know
Many people may not realize that several types of seagrass basket weaving in Vietnam are used for production. Not all seagrass materials are precisely the same. Five basic seagrass weaving materials or styles are used to weave all seagrass baskets and other Home Decor products. All of these use seagrass material, but their material can…
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Why Do We Use Lampshades And Light Fixtures?
Lampshades and light fixtures are something that most people have in their homes. Almost every interior space will have some lampshades and light fixtures. But lampshades and light fixtures are two different things that have different uses. A light fixture is a luminaire; a light fixture is an electrical light source or device containing all…
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Is ETL Listed The Same As UL Listed? Understanding the Certifications
Many suppliers in Asia now also have ETL certification and not just UL certification. It can be confusing whether an ETL and UL mark on a product is the same safety standard. The ETL and UL listed certifications are essentially the same safety mark as they must adhere to the same safety standard, product testing,…
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What Are The Standard Light Bulb Base Socket Types And Sizes?
It can get quite confusing when considering different types of light bulb socket bases. Many people get confused about the other numbers used for each light bulb base and their meanings. The standard light bulb base is E-26. The E-26 light bulb base must use an E-26 socket; you will find an E-26 socket on…
