Under the Energy Independence and Security Act, new energy efficiency standards of light bulbs went into effect in January. Incandescent bulbs are officially out and Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights are in. Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLED) were thought to …
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With the postponement of the 2020 National Hardware Show to, the Show Team has created a comprehensive resource of webinars, podcasts and industry education on NHS’s new digital platform, NHS Connects. Although many of the sources are from third parties, …
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Summer is upon us and so is the pesky buzz of mosquitoes and other pests. Mosquito bites can transmit diseases, including Zika, Dengue Fever and West Nile Virus. In pets, mosquitoes can transmit heartworm, West Nile Virus and Eastern equine …
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According to a recent article in Consumer Reports (CR), home air purifiers can filter indoor allergens and pollutants that can build up in a home at a much higher rate than outdoors. Currently, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and …
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The National Hardware Show recently launched the PPE Market as part of NHS Connects, a new digital platform. The new market is a dedicated matchmaking program specifically for retailers and distributors in need of personal protective equipment (PPE). The program …
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While under quarantine, people have found creative ways to socialize. One way is tailgating in empty parking lots and parks where families and friends stay in or near their vehicles, safely social distancing while chatting, cooking and enjoying music. Because …
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When it comes to backyards and decks, most people want private spaces with room for socializing. As the COVID-19 crisis continues, homeowners are seeing new potential for their backyard spaces to serve as spots of safety and comfort. Here are …
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Last month, the National Hardware Show launched NHS Connects. The platform gives show attendees a central place to access online resources and network with exhibitors ahead of and during the event. The event was rescheduled for Sept. 1-3 due to …
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