Pagtalbog ng Sasakyan sa Biyahe—Paano Iiwasan?

 

Simple lang ang pamilya ni Carlito Morona, tubong Nueva Ecija pero laking Kalookan—na may sariling paupahan ng mga vans. At tuwing nakakaluwag siya pagdating ng bakasyon ng mga anak sa eskwela, niyayaya niya ang mga ito na magbakasyon sa probinsya nila at kung saan-saan pa gamit ang isa sa kanyang apat na vans na lahat ay mahigit walong taon na mula nang mabili niyang segunda mano.

Sa umpisa, hindi komportable ang biyahe nilang mag-anak sa probinsya, lalo na kung sila ay dadaan sa mga malubak o di maayos na kalsada. Balewala man ang init ng summer dahil nasa kundisyon ang mga aircon ng kanyang mga sasakyan, naiirita siya sa kahit maliit na bato sa kalsada.

Pero nakaraan na para sa kanya ang matagtag na biyahe dahil ngayon, komportable na ang kanyang buong pamilya kahit na hindi bago ang kanilang sasakyan. Ito ay dahil sa pagtangkilik ni Morona sa molye (leaf spring) na gawa ng Roberts Automotive and Industrial Parts Manufacturing Corporation (Roberts AIPMC), ang kumpanya na nakabase sa Cabuyao, Laguna at bahagi ng Uratex na gumagawa ng mga foam at mattress.

“Sa Tiger Leaf Spring na gawa ng Roberts, tiyak at garantisado ang komportableng biyahe, ma-off road man ito o hindi. Hindi kagaya ng ibang molye, ang Tiger leaf spring ay may katangiang kakaiba sa ibang mga manufacturers. Para kang bumibiyahe ng nakalutang,” sambit ni Morona.

“Tama si Ginoong Morona. Ang mga molye ng Roberts na may brand na ‘Tiger’ ay gawa sa isang mahusay na proseso at dumaan sa mas masusing pagsusuri ng aming mga eksperto. Ang mga ito ay dumaan pa sa matinding pagsubok na ang resulta ay lubos na ginhawa para sa driver at mga pasahero,” ani Mike Gonzalez, ang general manager ng Roberts Automotive and Industrial Parts Manufacturing Corporation (Roberts AIPMC).

 
Si Rafael Lucindo naman, ayon kay Gonzalez, ay isa ring katulad ni Morona na tradisyon na sa pamilya ang magbakasyon kung saan-saan kapag tag-araw.  Hindi nila alintana ang init—maski ang kundisyon ng kalsada.

Hindi daw biro ang mga kalsada sa Cordillera, walang aspalto o semento man lang, dagdag pa ni Lucindo. Maputik, mabitak pero nakaya nila lahat dahil gamit nila ang Tiger leaf spring ng Roberts AIPMC.

Idinagdag din ni Morona ang iba pa niyang mga karanasan sa paggamit ng Tiger leaf spring, pati na sa mga katulad niyang nagpapaupa rin ng mga sasakyan na tumangkilik na sa maasahang produkto na ito.

“Isang barangay na kami sa Kalookan na gumagamit ng Tiger na molye mula sa Roberts AIPMC. Pati mga mekaniko ng aming mga sasakyan ay inererekomenda na ang Tiger,” ani Morona.

Para sa iba pang kaalaman tungkol sa Tiger leaf spring, pati na din sa Evercool radiator na gawa ng Roberts AIPMC, tanungin ang inyong paboritong mekaniko o magtungo sa kanilang website, www.roberts.com.ph.

How to deal with dust mite allergies

House dust mites are very tiny almost invisible to the naked eye. Dust mites are not parasitic, but they have powerful allergens contained in the mites, their cast skins, fecal material and secretions that can cause allergic reactions in asthmatics and others who are allergic to their feces. Their primary food is skin scales (dander) contained in house dust. Since the greatest fallout occurs in areas of human and pet activity, the mites tend to be most numerous in beds, sofas, chairs, and carpeted areas. 

Studies show that dust mites may be a factor in 50 to 80 percent of asthmatics, as well as in countless cases of eczema, hay fever and other allergic ailments. In the United Kingdom, one in 10 children and one in 12 adults suffer from asthma (source www.asthma.org.uk) while everyone either knows or is related to someone who suffers from an allergy or eczema.

According to Mayo Clinic, dust mite allergy symptoms caused by inflammation of nasal passages include: sneezing, runny nose, itchy red watery eyes, nasal congestion, itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat, postnatal drip, cough, facial pressure and pain, frequent awakening, swollen, blue-colored skin under your eyes, in a child, frequent upward rubbing of the nose.

Here then are some tips shared by Mayo Clinic to combat this household problem. 

Use allergen-proof bed covers. Cover your mattress and pillows in dust-proof or allergen-blocking covers.

Wash bedding weekly. Wash all sheets, blankets, pillowcases and bedcovers in hot water that is at least 130 F (54.4 C) to kill dust mites and remove allergens.

            Keep humidity low. Maintain a relative humidity between 30 and 50 percent in your home.

Choose bedding wisely. Avoid bedcovers that trap dust easily and are difficult to clean

frequently.

Buy washable stuffed toys. Wash them often in hot water and dry thoroughly. Also, keep stuffed toys off beds.

Remove dust. Use a damp or oiled mop or rag rather than dry materials to clean up dust. This prevents dust from becoming airborne and resettling.

Cut clutter. If it collects dust, it also collects dust mites. Remove knickknacks, tabletop ornaments, books, magazines and newspapers from your bedroom.

Remove carpeting and other dust mite habitats. Carpeting provides a comfortable habitat for dust mites. If possible, replace wall-to-wall bedroom carpeting with tile, wood, linoleum or vinyl flooring.          

Use Air purifiers
Air purifiers collect airborne dust in your home and can help with controlling dust if you also maintain vigorous cleaning practices. 

Vacuum regularly. This is where RAYCOP, the first UVC anti-allergy vacuum plays a big role.

Raycop is the first UVC anti-allergy vacuum cleaner that kills 99 percent of bacteria and eliminates almost 94 percent of dust mites. It is especially designed to clean bed linens and other fabrics helping to create a healthier home by cleaning deep into the household fabrics, mattresses, sofas, chairs, futons, crib, pads, bed sheets, pillows and curtains.

The process of eliminating bacteria and other allergens employed by the vacuum cleaner is through its patented 3-step allergy care system. First, the vibrating pad shakes particles and dust mites away from mattresses at a whopping 3,600 times per minute (twice that in some models), making sure that even the most stubborn dust mites are removed.

This is followed by the UVC sterilization lamp that kills bacteria to leave surfaces germ-free. The lamp uses a highly efficient and effective 253.7 nanometer wavelength, the same germicidal ultraviolet wavelength used in hospitals, clinics and laboratories for almost seven decades now.

Finally, the device uses a cartridge filter that captures the larger particles and traps them so they cannot go back to the room.

           

Distributed by Zinven Int’l Corp., the Raycop UVC anti-allergy vacuum cleaner is available at Rustan’s department stores, S & R, Landmark, Wilcon Builders Libis, and Abenson’s department stores. For more information about Raycop product lines and its outstanding features, visit their Web site www.raycop.com.

Cheers to a night of rockin music and fun

Special occasions such as birthdays and weddings and milestones like graduation and career promotion, are more fun when celebrated socially. Gathering with special people allows us to share our stories, engage them with our feelings, and interact with them. This is why a local distiller encourages Filipinos to have some “we-time.”

Last May 16, Emperador Distillers, makers of Carlo Rossi red wine, organized a blogger's party were everyone got to experience. great music, fun and games, tasty food and of course, a perfect glass of the best red wine red wine. The event was held at The Gallery, Richmonde Hotel, Eastwood City.

Emperador Distillers brings Rossi Sweet Red, a sweet red wine crafted from grapes grown in California’s sun-drenched vineyards and bursting with flavor and aroma, as your perfect companion for making every “we-time” more fun and remarkable. It has layers of vanilla, bright cherry and wild raspberry flavors, creating a different kind of sweetness.

From left: Program host Jong Tapang; Von de Torres, Managing Director of
Emperador Distillers; blogger Sef Tiburcio, Rock-eoke Champ of the Night; and Arbie Belmonte of AMPR

 “Getting together with family and friends or ‘we-time’ is equally important and can be just as relaxing,” says Von de Torres, Managing Director, Emperador Distillers.

The best way to have “we-time” with friends and loved ones is over fine food and good wine.  A glass of good real sweet red wine can create a difference in every celebration. As it denotes grandness, having wine can make even very simple occasions unforgettable.

 

According to De Torres, every “we-time” can be made more memorable with Rossi Sweet Red. “‘We time’ can be made sweeter. Rossi Sweet Red is best suited for the Filipino palate—a different kind of sweet but still real red wine.”

Apart from its unique sweetness, Rossi Sweet Red proves it goes well with any celebration. Not only can it be paired with nearly any kind of food, but may be enjoyed—on-the-rocks—making it a great alternative to regular beverages (e.g. sodas, juices, iced tea).

“We’re used to partnering food with sodas or any cold sweet beverage so sweet red wine is a natural progression. Its sweetness and appropriate alcohol content, plus the cooling sensation of ice cubes make Rossi Sweet Red on-the-rocks your drink for ‘we-time’.”

“We-time” provides a chance to create shared experiences and stories with friends and loved ones that stand the test of time. Collective memories are made in every “we-time” spent. Make sure that these are good and happy recollections. Celebrate and cherish them the best way possible, with Rossi Sweet Red.

Thanks to Carlo Rossi for one of the best bloggers' party I have attended!