Storage Tips
Guidelines for Packing your container
* Distribute the weight evenly in your container, not all on one
side. * Boxes should be filled completely and lids closed. *
Protect your items with paper pads, bubble pack or moving blankets.
* Place heavy items on the bottom, lightweight items on the top. *
Heavy items should be packed in small boxes for easier lifting.
Lightweight items can go in larger boxes. * Pack all your items as
tight as possible. Avoid leaving open space where items can shift. A
good rule of thumb is to pack the container one quarter at a time. *
Prop the door open while you are loading to keep it from closing
unexpectedly. * Secure the container when it is unattended with a
strong commercial grade padlock. For extra security, it is a good idea
to park your car in front of the door of the container. * Use the
inventory list in the packet you received from your Customer Care
Representative to make it easy to keep track of your items. * Store
fragile items in dresser drawers
Tables and Chairs: Disassemble if possible, wrapping legs with paper
pads to avoid scratching. Place any hardware in a plastic bag and tape
to the underside of the table. Wrap the table top with cloth or paper
pads and place against the side of the container, not on the bottom.
Upholstered items: Couches can be packed on their feet, with a second
couch inverted on top of the other for protection. A single couch can be
placed on end, using paper pads to protect the arm rests.
Mattresses: Place mattresses and box springs in a protective bag, and
place along the side of the container.
Rugs: After vacuuming rugs, sprinkle with moth flakes, roll up, tie with
a rope, and pad with paper pads.
Lamps: Place small bases in dresser drawers with paper or cloth padding,
and large ones in boxes with wadded-up paper in the extra space. Shades
should be placed in individual boxes with wadded-up paper in the empty
spaces.
Beds: Tie bed rails together and use mattress covers for mattress and
box springs.
Bicycles and Tools: Clean and cover with a paper pad or moving blankets
to protect your other goods from being torn. Small tools can be placed
in a box together. Long handled tools should be taped together.
Clothing: Wardrobe boxes are best for storing clothing. You can place
shoes and folded items in the bottom and use the metal bar to hang
others on the top. Small garment items can be left in dresser drawers.
Mirrors and Pictures: Wrap mirrors and pictures in paper and bubble wrap
and pack in a mirror packing box. Do not lay mirror boxes flat. If
possible, place between a mattress and box spring, or place on the side
of your container.
Appliances: Clean thoroughly before storing. Drain all water and leave
doors slightly ajar to prevent mildew. Tape down all moving parts.
Lightweight items can be stored inside appliances with proper padding.
Books and Papers: Pack in small boxes for easy lifting.
thanks to: "Shenoy, Sheshagiri" seshagiri.shenoy@veco.com
Monday, March 5, 2007
Sunday, February 25, 2007
If Banks send Goons to collect dues
If any bank is sending goons to recover any dues and passing
threats, the aggrieved person can approach local police station
and lodge a complaint , as it will amount to a criminal
offence..
For any other unresloved banking problems, first complain to the
Chaiperson Indian Banks Association . In case of all Banks
operating in India, including foreign banks, there is an
authority designated to solve the banking disputes Called THE
BANKING OMBUDSMAN
Address : Care of RBI , Garment House , Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli, Mumbai 18.
Mohan Siroya
Chairperson- Consumer Complaints Cell
threats, the aggrieved person can approach local police station
and lodge a complaint , as it will amount to a criminal
offence..
For any other unresloved banking problems, first complain to the
Chaiperson Indian Banks Association . In case of all Banks
operating in India, including foreign banks, there is an
authority designated to solve the banking disputes Called THE
BANKING OMBUDSMAN
Address : Care of RBI , Garment House , Dr. Annie Besant Road,
Worli, Mumbai 18.
Mohan Siroya
Chairperson- Consumer Complaints Cell
How to Celebrate Holi with Natural Stuff?
With Holi round the corner , here is a word of caution as the chemical additives can cause harm as follows:
Black Lead oxide Renal Failure
Green Copper Sulphate Eye Allergy, Puffiness and Temporary blindness
Silver Aluminium Bromide Carcinogenic
Blue Prussian Blue Contract Dermatitis
Red Mercury Sulphite Highly toxic can cause skin cancer
Here are a few things one can do at home:
Mix haldi powder with besan for a lovely yellow.
Slice a beetroot and soak in water for a deep pink.
Boil Marigold or Tesu flowers in water for yellow colour. The other easy way to get a yellow liquid colour is to soak peels of pomegranate (Anar) overnight.
For an orange red paste, henna leaves (mehndi) can be dried, powdered and mixed with water.
Play a safe Holi!
Rtn. Smriti Gulwady
President- Rotary Club Thane Suburban
Black Lead oxide Renal Failure
Green Copper Sulphate Eye Allergy, Puffiness and Temporary blindness
Silver Aluminium Bromide Carcinogenic
Blue Prussian Blue Contract Dermatitis
Red Mercury Sulphite Highly toxic can cause skin cancer
Here are a few things one can do at home:
Mix haldi powder with besan for a lovely yellow.
Slice a beetroot and soak in water for a deep pink.
Boil Marigold or Tesu flowers in water for yellow colour. The other easy way to get a yellow liquid colour is to soak peels of pomegranate (Anar) overnight.
For an orange red paste, henna leaves (mehndi) can be dried, powdered and mixed with water.
Play a safe Holi!
Rtn. Smriti Gulwady
President- Rotary Club Thane Suburban
Friday, February 23, 2007
If you lose your Mobile
Subject: Simple to find Lost Mobile
An IMEI number- The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number is an international identity number used to uniquely identify a mobile phone. The 15-digit IMEI number is an electronic fingerprint transmitted every time a phone is used, which reveals the identity of the mobile handset.
How can I find out my IMEI number? IMEI numbers are independent of the phone number and are usually written underneath the battery or on the back of the handset. Mobile phone users can also check their 15 digit IMEI number by dialling *#06# on their mobile handset. Mobile phone owners should make a note of their IMEI number and keep the details in a safe place.
If u lost your mobile, send an e-mail to cop@vsnl.net with the following info.
Your name:
Address:
Phone model:
Make:
Last used No.:
E-mail for communication:
Missed date:
IMEI No.:
"No need to go to police station"
Source: THE HINDU, 13.5.06
An IMEI number- The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number is an international identity number used to uniquely identify a mobile phone. The 15-digit IMEI number is an electronic fingerprint transmitted every time a phone is used, which reveals the identity of the mobile handset.
How can I find out my IMEI number? IMEI numbers are independent of the phone number and are usually written underneath the battery or on the back of the handset. Mobile phone users can also check their 15 digit IMEI number by dialling *#06# on their mobile handset. Mobile phone owners should make a note of their IMEI number and keep the details in a safe place.
If u lost your mobile, send an e-mail to cop@vsnl.net with the following info.
Your name:
Address:
Phone model:
Make:
Last used No.:
E-mail for communication:
Missed date:
IMEI No.:
"No need to go to police station"
Source: THE HINDU, 13.5.06
When your Handbag or Phone is stolen
Be careful when entering your husband or wife's name in your phone!
True story:
A lady lost her handbag containing her credit card, mobile phone, etc. After she realized that her bag was stolen, she called her husband and told him what happened.
Husband said "I just received your SMS asking about your Pin number and I've replied a little while ago".
They realized what a risk they had taken. They rushed to the bank. Bank staff told them all the money was already withdrawn.
The Thief had actually used the stolen hand phone to sms "hubby" in the contact list and got hold of the pin number.
Within minutes he had withdrawn all the money from the bank account.
Morale of the lesson:
Do not disclose the relationship between you and the people in your contact list. Avoid using names like Home, Honey, Hubby, sweetheart, Dad, Mum etc. and very importantly, when sensitive information is being asked through SMS, CONFIRM by calling back.
Thanks to: lakshmis@npcil.co.in
True story:
A lady lost her handbag containing her credit card, mobile phone, etc. After she realized that her bag was stolen, she called her husband and told him what happened.
Husband said "I just received your SMS asking about your Pin number and I've replied a little while ago".
They realized what a risk they had taken. They rushed to the bank. Bank staff told them all the money was already withdrawn.
The Thief had actually used the stolen hand phone to sms "hubby" in the contact list and got hold of the pin number.
Within minutes he had withdrawn all the money from the bank account.
Morale of the lesson:
Do not disclose the relationship between you and the people in your contact list. Avoid using names like Home, Honey, Hubby, sweetheart, Dad, Mum etc. and very importantly, when sensitive information is being asked through SMS, CONFIRM by calling back.
Thanks to: lakshmis@npcil.co.in
Monday, February 19, 2007
When to Replace Items?
Nothing lasts forever.
That said, many items are less obvious than the spoiled milk in your fridge ? there's no expiration date or other obvious signs they have outlived their use.
So how long should you let your stuff linger before replacing it? We talked to the experts and nailed down a "best by" date for, well, just about everything:
AIR FILTERS
Replace after: Six months
Why: Filters become clogged with dirt and other particles, reducing the energy efficiency of your heating and cooling systems, says Rozanne Weissman, a spokeswoman for the Alliance to Save Energy.
COMPUTERS
Replace after: Four years
Why: Unless you're using your computer for very basic functions (i.e., word processing), technology will have likely advanced enough that you need a significant upgrade, says David Carnoy, executive editor of CNET, a technology review web site. Rather than trying to put a new processor into an old computer, you're typically better off buying new. "With laptops, there isn't much you can do to upgrade them," he says. Upgrading your desktop is possible, but unless you're a technology whiz, that process can be as expensive as buying a new computer (and infinitely more complicated) .
COSMETICS
Replace after: Three months to two years
Why: Microbe growth in makeup can cause skin irritations and infections, explains Paula Begoun, author of "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me." The worst offenders are liquid cosmetics, which build up bacteria more quickly. Keep mascara for a maximum of three months; other liquids and creams (eyeliner, foundation) for no more than a year. Powders (eyeshadow, blush) can be used safely for up to two years.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Replace after: 10 to 12 years
Why: The pressurized contents of a fire extinguisher de-pressurize over time. "Eventually, it just becomes a block of 'stuff' inside the cylinder," says Tom Olshanski, director of external affairs for the U.S. Fire Administration ? rendering it useless in fighting fires. Extinguishers can deteriorate faster if left in a high-humidity environment. Check your extinguisher on a monthly basis for corrosion, a sure sign air is leaking out, he suggests.
MATTRESSES
Replace after: Seven years
Why: Mattresses wear out over time, says Kathleen Huddy, textiles director for the Good Housekeeping Institute. One that sags or is uneven won't keep your spine in line as you sleep, which means you may have trouble sleeping. It's likely you'll also experience neck and back pain while awake. There's also an ick factor to old mattresses, she explains ? they collect dust, dirt and allergens that can't be removed.
PERFUME
Replace after: Two years
Why: Exposure to light, heat and air lighten and alter perfume notes, explains Andrea Walker, a makeup expert with Sephora. "It weakens the scent," she says.
PILLOWS
Replace after: Two years
Why: Pressure on the pillow as you sleep causes it to flatten, and develop uncomfortable bumps and lumps, says GHI's Huddy. To test if your pillow still has life in it, she says, fold it in half and rest your hand on top for 30 seconds. Then let go. "If the pillow pops back, it's fine," she says. If it remains folded, it's time to buy a new one.
RUNNING (AND WALKING) SHOES
Replace after: 300 to 500 miles run
Why: Foam-like material in the mid-sole of the shoe stops bouncing back. "You lose the shock-absorbing capacity," says Dr. Jim Christina, director of scientific affairs for the American Podiatric Medical Association. And that can lead to heel and arch pain, or even stress fractures. Judge how much life is left in your shoes by the way they feel. When a running shoe becomes uncomfortable, it's time to toss it. (You can lengthen the life of your running shoes, says Christina, by alternating between two pairs. That gives the foam mid-sole time to decompress between runs.)
SMOKE ALARMS
Replace after: 10 years
Why: Constant stress on a smoke detector's sensors from particles in the air ? everything from cigarette smoke to pet dander to pollen ? render it unreliable, says the U.S. Fire Administration' s Olshanski. "Its ability to sense smoke deteriorates, " he says. The result will be one of two extremes: either the smoke detector will sound the alarm for just about anything, or it won't go off at all.
SPICES
Replace after: One year
Why: Dried herbs and spices lose their flavor over time, says Tina Ujlaki, executive food editor for Food & Wine magazine. Whole spices, such as star anise or coriander, may last slightly longer ? less of the spice is exposed to the air. To tell if your spices are past their prime, open the bag or jar and take a whiff. "If there's no scent, there won't be any flavor," she says.
TOOTHBRUSHES
Replace after: Three months
Why: Toothbrush bristles frayed from use remove plaque less effectively than those of a new brush, according to the American Dental Association. Swapping out your brush will also limit exposure to bacteria that build up on the bristles.
Thanks to: "Naubat Rai" naubatrai_08@yahoo.com
That said, many items are less obvious than the spoiled milk in your fridge ? there's no expiration date or other obvious signs they have outlived their use.
So how long should you let your stuff linger before replacing it? We talked to the experts and nailed down a "best by" date for, well, just about everything:
AIR FILTERS
Replace after: Six months
Why: Filters become clogged with dirt and other particles, reducing the energy efficiency of your heating and cooling systems, says Rozanne Weissman, a spokeswoman for the Alliance to Save Energy.
COMPUTERS
Replace after: Four years
Why: Unless you're using your computer for very basic functions (i.e., word processing), technology will have likely advanced enough that you need a significant upgrade, says David Carnoy, executive editor of CNET, a technology review web site. Rather than trying to put a new processor into an old computer, you're typically better off buying new. "With laptops, there isn't much you can do to upgrade them," he says. Upgrading your desktop is possible, but unless you're a technology whiz, that process can be as expensive as buying a new computer (and infinitely more complicated) .
COSMETICS
Replace after: Three months to two years
Why: Microbe growth in makeup can cause skin irritations and infections, explains Paula Begoun, author of "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me." The worst offenders are liquid cosmetics, which build up bacteria more quickly. Keep mascara for a maximum of three months; other liquids and creams (eyeliner, foundation) for no more than a year. Powders (eyeshadow, blush) can be used safely for up to two years.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Replace after: 10 to 12 years
Why: The pressurized contents of a fire extinguisher de-pressurize over time. "Eventually, it just becomes a block of 'stuff' inside the cylinder," says Tom Olshanski, director of external affairs for the U.S. Fire Administration ? rendering it useless in fighting fires. Extinguishers can deteriorate faster if left in a high-humidity environment. Check your extinguisher on a monthly basis for corrosion, a sure sign air is leaking out, he suggests.
MATTRESSES
Replace after: Seven years
Why: Mattresses wear out over time, says Kathleen Huddy, textiles director for the Good Housekeeping Institute. One that sags or is uneven won't keep your spine in line as you sleep, which means you may have trouble sleeping. It's likely you'll also experience neck and back pain while awake. There's also an ick factor to old mattresses, she explains ? they collect dust, dirt and allergens that can't be removed.
PERFUME
Replace after: Two years
Why: Exposure to light, heat and air lighten and alter perfume notes, explains Andrea Walker, a makeup expert with Sephora. "It weakens the scent," she says.
PILLOWS
Replace after: Two years
Why: Pressure on the pillow as you sleep causes it to flatten, and develop uncomfortable bumps and lumps, says GHI's Huddy. To test if your pillow still has life in it, she says, fold it in half and rest your hand on top for 30 seconds. Then let go. "If the pillow pops back, it's fine," she says. If it remains folded, it's time to buy a new one.
RUNNING (AND WALKING) SHOES
Replace after: 300 to 500 miles run
Why: Foam-like material in the mid-sole of the shoe stops bouncing back. "You lose the shock-absorbing capacity," says Dr. Jim Christina, director of scientific affairs for the American Podiatric Medical Association. And that can lead to heel and arch pain, or even stress fractures. Judge how much life is left in your shoes by the way they feel. When a running shoe becomes uncomfortable, it's time to toss it. (You can lengthen the life of your running shoes, says Christina, by alternating between two pairs. That gives the foam mid-sole time to decompress between runs.)
SMOKE ALARMS
Replace after: 10 years
Why: Constant stress on a smoke detector's sensors from particles in the air ? everything from cigarette smoke to pet dander to pollen ? render it unreliable, says the U.S. Fire Administration' s Olshanski. "Its ability to sense smoke deteriorates, " he says. The result will be one of two extremes: either the smoke detector will sound the alarm for just about anything, or it won't go off at all.
SPICES
Replace after: One year
Why: Dried herbs and spices lose their flavor over time, says Tina Ujlaki, executive food editor for Food & Wine magazine. Whole spices, such as star anise or coriander, may last slightly longer ? less of the spice is exposed to the air. To tell if your spices are past their prime, open the bag or jar and take a whiff. "If there's no scent, there won't be any flavor," she says.
TOOTHBRUSHES
Replace after: Three months
Why: Toothbrush bristles frayed from use remove plaque less effectively than those of a new brush, according to the American Dental Association. Swapping out your brush will also limit exposure to bacteria that build up on the bristles.
Thanks to: "Naubat Rai" naubatrai_08@yahoo.com
Friday, February 9, 2007
How you can help reduce Global Warming?
1. Change a light globe
Replacing six regular light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs will save 400kg of carbon dioxide per year.
2. Drive less
Walk, bike, carpool or take public transport more often. You'll save 1.5kg of carbon dioxide for every 5km you don't drive.
3. Recycle more
You can save 1,000kg of carbon dioxide per year by recycling just half of your household waste.
4. Check you tyres
Keeping your tyres inflated properly can improve your car's efficiency. Every litre of petrol saved keeps 2.5kg of carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.
5. Use less hot water
It takes a lot of energy to heat water - use less hot water by installing an energy efficiency triple A rated showerhead (3 tonnes of carbon dioxide saved per year) and washing your clothes in cold or warm water (225kg saved per year).
6. Avoid products with a lot of packaging
You can save 545kg of carbon dioxide if you cut down your garbage by 10%.
7. Move your thermostat down 2 degrees in winter and up 2 degrees in summer
You could save about 900 kg of carbon dioxide a year with this simple adjustment.
8. Plant a tree
A single tree will absorb one tonne of carbon dioxide over its lifetime.
9. Turn off electronic devices
Simply turning off your television, DVD player, stereo and computer when you're not using them will save you thousands of kilograms of carbon dioxide a year.
10. Be part of the solution
Find out more about climate change by attending a live presentation of Al Gore's slide show from An Inconvenient Truth at Piney Lakes.
Thanks to: "Dr. Leo Rebello" leorebello@hathway.com
Replacing six regular light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs will save 400kg of carbon dioxide per year.
2. Drive less
Walk, bike, carpool or take public transport more often. You'll save 1.5kg of carbon dioxide for every 5km you don't drive.
3. Recycle more
You can save 1,000kg of carbon dioxide per year by recycling just half of your household waste.
4. Check you tyres
Keeping your tyres inflated properly can improve your car's efficiency. Every litre of petrol saved keeps 2.5kg of carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere.
5. Use less hot water
It takes a lot of energy to heat water - use less hot water by installing an energy efficiency triple A rated showerhead (3 tonnes of carbon dioxide saved per year) and washing your clothes in cold or warm water (225kg saved per year).
6. Avoid products with a lot of packaging
You can save 545kg of carbon dioxide if you cut down your garbage by 10%.
7. Move your thermostat down 2 degrees in winter and up 2 degrees in summer
You could save about 900 kg of carbon dioxide a year with this simple adjustment.
8. Plant a tree
A single tree will absorb one tonne of carbon dioxide over its lifetime.
9. Turn off electronic devices
Simply turning off your television, DVD player, stereo and computer when you're not using them will save you thousands of kilograms of carbon dioxide a year.
10. Be part of the solution
Find out more about climate change by attending a live presentation of Al Gore's slide show from An Inconvenient Truth at Piney Lakes.
Thanks to: "Dr. Leo Rebello" leorebello@hathway.com
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