Archive for the ‘Environment’ category

Impressive volcano pictures at Icelandic eruption site

April 29th, 2010

IMG_3335Mr Petursson, pilot with Icelandair has recently published a set of Iceland volcano pictures showing both the first and second volcanic eruption at Eyjafjallajokull. Amongst the pictures taken are aerial shots of the plume during a commercial flight to The Westman Islands, just 30 km away from the volcano before airspace was restricted. Petursson has published these impressive photos on his website, which can be found here.

The volcanic eruption at Eyjafjallajokull is currently around 1/10 of the size it was during the first few days and the ash clouds surrounding the volcano appear to be slowly decreasing. Those mainly affected are farmers in the immediate area located south of the volcano crater.

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Facts about Iceland volcano and affects upon daily life

April 27th, 2010

Iceland volcanoThe volcanic eruption at Eyjafjallajokull is currently around 1/10 of the size it was during the first few days and the ash clouds surrounding the volcano appear to be slowly decreasing. Day-to-day life continues as normal with the vast majority of the country and population being unaffected by the recent volcanic eruption.

Those mainly affected are farmers in the immediate area located just to the south of the volcano crater. This is where the majority of volcanic ash has fallen and consequently acres of farmland and this year’s crops have been damaged. » Read more: Facts about Iceland volcano and affects upon daily life

Volcanic activity and flight schedule help through Icelandair Group website

April 22nd, 2010

icelandair_jet63The Icelandair group has set-up a new website to assist those stranded or waiting for flights in Europe, North America and Iceland. The website contains essential information concerning the volcano, ash fall coverage, passenger safety and up-to-date information about flight schedules.

Safety restrictions, where the volcano is located, potential ash contamination in Iceland and what may happen next are some of the issues addressed on the Icelandair Group website.

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First high-volume orders for Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems

March 16th, 2010

Stuttgart, March 2010 – 18 months after the company’s foundation, Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems received the first two high-volume orders for exhaust gas turbochargers. The turbo technology of Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems will be applied in a gasoline downsizing engine and a common-rail diesel engine.

Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems will start production for the approximately one million turbochargers per year at the end of 2011. » Read more: First high-volume orders for Bosch Mahle Turbo Systems

CCTV control and monitoring for mobile phones

March 15th, 2010

Controlware brings the powerful Cware Video Management Software (VMS) to mobile devices enabling CCTV surveillance, camera management and control on the move.

The new Mobile Module for Cware VMS releases the power of CCTV from the confines of the control room and onto mobile phones and PDA’s. Security personnel, mobile patrols, emergency services, Loss Prevention and Facilities Managers can now benefit from secure access to their CCTV systems and get live and recorded CCTV surveillance at their fingertips. With Pan, Tilt and Zoom (PTZ) camera control remote surveillance and identification of suspects is faster and easier on the move. » Read more: CCTV control and monitoring for mobile phones

Find comprehensive guide to get the most cash for your old and recyclable mobile phones

March 2nd, 2010

Compare Phones Price, the best place to compare phone recyclers, provide an intuitive and comprehensive guide to enable you to get the most cash for your old and recyclable mobile phones, by comparing which mobile phone recycling companies provide you the most cash.

We do not endorse any particular mobile phone recycling website, we simply provide you with a list of prices to compare and you select the most suitable mobile phone recycling website. » Read more: Find comprehensive guide to get the most cash for your old and recyclable mobile phones

Dot Com Infoway launches iPad application development services

February 18th, 2010

Dot Com Infoway, one of the most respected technology firms in India, today announced its launch of iPad application development services, promising a dedicated team of iPad developers who can take the customers from concept to iPad app launch in a matter of weeks.

Dot Com Infoway, one of the top 5 mobile application (incl. iPhone/iPad) developers and the popular iPhone app publisher and app marketing company based in India, is pleased to announce the launch of its Apple iPad application development [http://www.dotcominfoway.com/mobile-application-development/ipad] services. » Read more: Dot Com Infoway launches iPad application development services

Global Oil Shale Market Reports Now Available on MarketsandMarkets

February 17th, 2010

Dallas, TX: MarketsandMarkets announce to have Global Oil Shale Market Research Report in its store. The growing demand for energy is expected to exhaust the world’s crude oil reserves in another 40 years.

The market price of crude oil reached $145 per barrel in the third quarter of 2008. Though the cost per barrel was around $60 in 2009, it is expected to rise in the next few years. These factors and fluctuating costs have created the need for other resources to meet the growing demand for fuel oil.   » Read more: Global Oil Shale Market Reports Now Available on MarketsandMarkets

Cycle Racks Manufacturer Invites Trade Sellers for Its Range Of Cycle Parking Solutions

February 15th, 2010

Cycle-racks.com www.cycle-racks.com  are expanding its range of cycle parking solutions and are inviting Cycle equipment traders to market these products.

Products include. Cycle base racks, semi vertical racks, Vertical Wall racks, Sheffield stands, Toast racks, Shelters and Cycle lockers. Site surveys and installation available on request. » Read more: Cycle Racks Manufacturer Invites Trade Sellers for Its Range Of Cycle Parking Solutions

Best Properties At The Findire Property Site

February 9th, 2010

Findire property offers a lucrative range of property opportunities in the Miami region of Florida. Possessing a property in Miami is an attractive equity for homebuyers and investors.

Findire offers Miami properties at all prices to suit all budgets, from the well heeled to more modest pockets, but there is no doubt that the best hotspot is the one that suits the buyers needs. There is a rising market in the counties surrounding New York, although property within the Big Apple itself remains beyond the reach of most buyers. » Read more: Best Properties At The Findire Property Site