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NewsBreaks According to the PSES, more than 20 preliminary papers have already been accepted for presentation at this year’s symposium, covering topics as diverse as functional safety, the IECEE CB scheme, advanced risk management, lithium ion battery safety, and laws covering mercury. Advanced registration for the Symposium continues through September 5th, with discounts of $50 from the on-site registration fee of $450 for IEEE members. Our readers can learn more about this year’s PSES Symposium at www.conformity.com/2018, or by calling (732) 981-3414. that the recalled alarms can sound a “double chirp” alarm in the presence of carbon monoxide, a signal that the alarm should be taken out of service. Maple Chase has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the recalled alarms, but has initiated the recall to prevent future incidents and injuries. The alarms were sold through commercial electrical distributors and electrical contractors for installation in new home construction, and through Menard’s nationwide, from June 2007 through February 2008 for between $20 and $30. Space Heaters: QVC of West Chester, PA has announced the recall of about 28,000 of its SoleusAir-brand space heaters manufactured in China. According to the company, the space heaters can overheat, posting a fire CPSC Actions in the News In conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the following manufacturers have issued voluntary recalls for certain consumer electrical and electronic products. Here are the details: Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys: Tradewinds International Enterprises, Inc., of San Francisco, CA (TWIE) is recalling about 152,000 of its “Sky Champion” wireless indoor helicopters manufactured in China. TWIE says that the rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire, igniting the helicopter and any nearby flammable materials, thereby posing a burn hazard to consumers. The company has received two reports of helicopters catching fire, but no reports of injuries or property damage. The recalled toy helicopters were sold in Walgreens stores nationwide from June through November 2007 for about $20. Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Alarms: The Maple Chase Company of Plain City, OH has recalled about 280,000 of its FireX-branded carbon monoxide alarms and carbon monoxide and smoke combination alarms. The company says AUGUSt 2008 Conformity 97 http://www.antennasonline.com http://www.conformity.com/2018 http://www.antennasonline.com

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Conformity Magazine - August 2008 Contents Editor’s Note FCC Seeks Comment on Reauction of 700 MHz D Block Commission Cracks Down (Again!) on Junk Fax Marketer Canada Levies Fees for Public Safety Radio Spectrum FDA Issues Guidance on Medical Device Tracking Greenpeace Challenges Video Game Manufacturers The IEEE EMC Society: A Proud History of Accomplishments ESD Open Forum An Update on Changes to the Automotive ESD Standard, ISO 10605 Modeling of Radiated Electromagnetic Disturbances in Automotive Applications Design Issues in Automotive Radio Frequency Systems IEEE EMC Symposium IEEE 2008 Show Preview Exhibitors Buyer’s Guide Product News Most Eco-Friendly Companies Updated Standards List For the EU’s Pressure Equipment Directive Commission Issues Updated Standards List For Directive on Gas-Fired Appliances HHS Releases Fact Sheet on U.S. Imports from China Customs Agents Seize Holiday Lights IEEE PSES Symposium Set for October CPSC Actions in the News IEC Standards Update UL Standards Update Telcordia Standards Update From Our “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up” Department Looking Back: Items from Past Issues of Conformity Product Reviews Advertisers

Conformity Magazine - August 2008

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