In order to ensure that the correct parts and indeed quality parts are fitted to their vehicles, manufacturers of both cars and vans follow what’s called ECU programming. There are many parts on cars and vans that need ECU programming and there is a common problem that many owners face when buying parts whereby when fitting them they discover that the they do not work unless of course the onboard computer is aware of them.

So what exactly is ECU programming you may ask? Well many parts on cars and vans need ECU programming which is short for Electronic Computer Unit programming, with many computer units being situated throughout the car to manage parts programmed to them.

If these certain parts need to be replaced it is vital that they are programmed to the computer in order that the vehicle works. These typically are parts from cars and vans dated from 2007. With these models, new parts will need to be reprogrammed, through the ECU, in order to get the vehical working again. This may mean that once fitted, you need to get help with re-programming from a specialist diagnosis mechanic and your local dealer may be able to help with this. Please also be aware that certain parts will need to re-programmed before fitting.

Most modern Vaxhaull (Opel) electrical parts require resetting whilst in the vehicle itself and will need to go through the process of ECU programming.

However, not all parts will require this specialist treatment so we have developed a list to help and inform you of which do:

All BMW models and include most parts even including the satellite navigation system.

The Volkswagen Golf 2010, 2000cc, TDI speedometer

The Throttle Body in a Toyota Yaris 2009

The Ford Fiesta 2009 power fold wing mirror

The Peugeot 407 2010 clock and all electrical modules and displays

Vauxhall Astra 2005 Fuse box

Vauxhall Astra H MK5 2004-2010

All Vauxhall:

Engines ECU – the engine ECU will require a reset and needs to be reprogrammed to the new vehicle with security details of the vehicle in order to work.

UEC ( Underhood electrical center ) – this also requires a reset, then will also need to be re-programming to the new vehicle.

Instrument Clocks (Dash clocks) – these will also have to be reset from the donor vehicle, and be re-programmed in the same way.

The Radio CD30 / CD70 / CD30MP3 will need resetting before fitting, then will also require programming in order to work.

Central displays will also require resetting and re-programming ( fuel consumption, time and date).

Vauxhall Corsa D 2006-2011- Radio CD30 / CD70 / CD30MP3 – these will need to be reset before fitting, then will also require re-programming.

You will need to remember and ensure that all the above parts are reset before fitting to the new vehicles as they come programmed already.

Those who own art galleries know that after a sale of fine artwork is made to a new client, a fresh headache begins when you consider how to get the artwork to its new home without damage. The surface of fine art photographs as well as paintings are very delicate, and can be harmed by having liquids dropped on them, or scratches to the surface can mar it as well. It is always wise to carefully protect your fine artwork any time it needs to be transported or stored, and there are several ways to do that.

Art Packing Is An Art In Itself

Bubble pouches are the way to go when you are looking for an effective art transport choice. Bubble pouches are made from two sheets of sturdy plastic, inside which are air bubbles. Bubble pouches are also a lightweight but heavy duty choice for art packing, saving you money on postage costs. You can find these pouches in a wide variety of sizes, and what many gallery owners do is place the framed artwork inside the pouch, and then put cardboard corners on each corner to doubly protect those exposed areas. You can choose from a top or side opening for the pouch, and many come with an adhesive strip, so that you can safely close the artwork securely inside the pouch for art transport. The pouches can also be reused if you are looking for an inexpensive way to move your own artwork around safely. Many who have a variety of electronic devices, such as Kindles and other computerized books, or small laptop computers, find that the pouches work equally as well for transporting these delicate items.

Other ways to move your artwork around would be in archival storage boxes. Photo storage boxes are sized so that your fine art photographs can lay flat inside without wrinkling. The corners of better archival storage boxes come reinforced with metal, which means you can safely stack them, even if full, during your art transport, and the images will come through the experience just fine. Photo storage boxes provide an excellent way to organize your prints, because the outside of the box can be labeled by date or event, making it easy for you to find the pictures you need when you want them.

You may have potential clients come into your art gallery to see your artwork, and they will want to touch it. This is bad, because skin oils from fingers can damage the artwork’s surface over time. This is why many artists and gallery owners store their artwork in clear bags. Clear bags made from plastic allow visual clarity so that customers can see your artwork in the clear bags, and they keep fingerprints and dust off the art as well.

Boxes, bags and pouches are the easy answer for safe art packing.

MECHANICAL VACUUM BOOSTERS:-

Mechanical Vacuum Boosters are dry pumps that meet most of the ideal vacuum pump requirements. They work on positive displacement principle and are used to boost the performance of water ring /oil ring /rotating vane /piston pumps and steam or water ejectors. They are used in combination with any one of the above mentioned pumps, to overcome their limitations. Vacuum booster pumps offer very desirable characteristics which make them the most cost effective and power efficient option.

The major advantages are:-

(a) Can be integrated with any installed vacuum system such as Steam Ejectors, Water Ring Pumps, Oil Sealed Pumps, Water Ejectors, etc.

(b) The vacuum booster is a Dry Pump as it does not use any pumping fluid. It pumps vapor or gases with equal ease. Small amounts of condensed fluid can also be pumped.

(c) Vacuum boosters are power efficient. Very often a combination of Vacuum Booster and suitable backup pump results in reduced power consumption per unit of pumping speed. They provide high pumping speeds even at low pressures.

(d) Boosters increase the working vacuum of the process, in most cases very essential for process

performance and efficiency. Vacuum Booster can be used over a wide working pressure range,

from 100 Torr down to 0.001 Torr (mm of mercury), with suitable arrangement of backup pumps.

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(e) It has very low pump friction losses, hence requires relatively low power for high volumetric

speeds. Typically, their speeds, at low vacuums are 20-30 times higher than corresponding vane

pumps / ring pumps of equivalent power.

(f) Use of electronic control devices such as Variable Frequency Control Drive allow to modify

vacuum boosters operating characteristics to conform to the operational requirements of the prime

vacuum pumps. Hence they can be easily integrated into all existing pumping set up to boost their

performance.

(g) Vacuum boosters don’t have any valves, rings, stuffing box etc., therefore, do not demand regular maintenance.

(h) Due to vapor compression action by the booster, the pressure at the discharge of booster (or inlet of backup pump) is maintained high, resulting in advantages such as low back streaming of prime pump fluid, effective condensation even at higher condenser temperatures and improvement of the backup pump efficiency.

The Table below gives a rough estimate of how the boosters enhance the working vacuums of the processes when installed in combination with various types of industrial vacuum pumps currently used in the industry. They can effectively replace multistage steam ejectors, resulting in considerable steam savings and reduced loads on cooling towers. Mechanical Vacuum Boosters are versatile machines and their characteristics depend largely on backing pump. Various types of backing pump can be used, depending upon the system requirement and ultimate vacuum needs.

However, the final vacuum is governed by the suitable selection of the backing pump and booster

arrangement. The table below gives a broad range of vacuum achieved with various backing pumps combinations.

Vacuum Pump Expected vacuum Vacuum on installation Range of Booster (single stage)

Single Stage Ejector 150 Torr 15 – 30 Torr

Water Ejector 100 Torr 10 – 20 Torr

Water Ring Pump 40 – 60 Torr 5 – 10 Torr

Liquid Ring Pump 20 – 30 Torr 2 – 5 Torr

Piston Pumps 20 – 30 Torr 2 – 5 Torr

Rotary Piston Pumps 0.1 Torr 0.01 Torr

Rotary Vane Oil Pump 0.01 – 0.001 Torr 0.001 – 0.0001 Torr.

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For example, if a process is using water ring Pump, the estimated working vacuums would be of the order of about 670-710 mmHg gauge (90-50 mmHg abs.), largely depending on the water temperature and pump design. When a Booster is installed prior to the water ring pump, in series, the vacuum levels of the order of 5-10 Torr can be easily achieved. In a Multi-Stage booster installation, vacuum levels of the order of 0.5 Torr & better can easily be expected. Mechanical Boosters offer a completely dry pumping solution and do not add to any vapor load, unlike steam ejectors, and therefore, do not require large inter stage condenses. At low vacuums, higher pumping speeds are required to maintain the through-put, since the specific volume increases with the increase in vacuum. Vacuum boosters enhance the pumping speeds by about 3-10 times depending upon the selection by virtue of which one can expect higher process rates and through-puts. The drawbacks of steam ejector system such as sensitivity to motive fluid pressures and discharge pressure are overcome easily by the Mechanical Boosters, since the volumetric displacements/pumping speeds are insensitive to the inlet & outlet working pressures.

Typical Booster Installation

(1) Evaporator (2) Gauge (3) Condenser (4) Mechanical Booster

(5) backup Pump

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Calculating the Pump Capacity: –

Based on the fundamental gas laws PV= RT, an expression can be derived for Volumetric Flow Rates required for pumping different vapors/gases. Based on the Mass flow rates one can estimate the pump capacity required.

V = R . Tgas / P Q1/M1 + Q2/M2 …………. Qn/Mn

Where V = Inlet Volume flow rate m3/hr.

R = Universal gas Constant, 83.14 mbar m3/ Kgmol x ºK

Tgas = Gas/Vapor abs. Temp, in ºK

P = Process Absolute Pressure in mbar

Q1, Q2, Q3 = Gas / Vapor flow rate, in Kg/hr.

M1 , M2 ,M3 = Molar mass, in Kg/mol. of gas /vapor.

Booster Operation:

Power Constraints restrict the total differential pressures across the booster. This demands to ensure the total differential pressure across the Booster must not exceed the rated limits. This can be ensured by any of the following means:-

1.) Manual method:- Initially the fore pump is switched on until the required cut in pressure is achieved and there-after the booster is switched on.

2.) Auto method:- Installation of mechanical By-pass arrangement across the booster or hydro kinematic drive or Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). In this arrangement, the booster and fore pump can be started simultaneously from atmosphere.

Advantages of using Electronic Variable Speed Control Device

Electronic A.C Variable Frequency Control Drives are most preferred devices used to regulate the

Booster speed to match the varying load conditions of the process. These drives enhance the overall performance of the Boosters and offer various advantages for the trouble free operation.

The major advantages are: –

1. Booster can be started directly from atmosphere.

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2. No need for separate pressure switch, by pass line or offloading valves.

3. Considerable savings in power.

4. Prevents over-heating of Boosters.

5. Protects the Booster against overload and excessive pressures.

6. Offers complete protection to motor against over voltage, under voltage, over current,

Over-heating, ground fault.

7. Eliminates the needs of separate starter and overload relays for the Motor.

8. Automatically adjusts the speed of Booster between low and high range set giving high

pumping speeds with relatively low input power.

The Electronic Variable Frequency Control Drive is a microprocessor based electronic drive which is specially programmed to meet the demands of the Booster allowing it to operate directly from atmosphere along with suitable fore pump. Conventionally, Boosters can be started only after achieving fore vacuum in the range of 30 – 100 Torr, as they are not recommended for direct discharge into the atmosphere. Use of Pressure Switch, Hydro kinematic drive and by pass valves is necessary to prevent the overloading of the Booster. However with the installation of Electronic Variable Frequency Control Drive all the conventional methods can be bypassed since the drive is programmed to regulate the Booster speed automatically, keeping the load on motor within permissible limits. This allows the Booster to start simultaneously with backup pump. When the backup-pump and Booster are started the drive reduces the Booster speed to the pre-set levels and as the vacuum is created the Booster speed picks up, reaching the final pre-set speed, giving most optimum performance over the entire range. Since all the parameters are easily programmable, one can adjust the booster pumping speeds to match the system requirements easily and quickly. The drive limits the current to the motor and safeguards the motor against over voltage, under voltage, electronic thermal, overheat ground faults. i.e. protects the motor against all possible faults.

External computer control over all aspects of booster performance is possible via RS485 serial interface built into the drive electronics. This enables the Booster to be integrated into any computer-controlled operating system.

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Maintaining quality accommodations and services while reducing costs is the Holy Grail for many in the hospitality industry. This can be a challenge, given that hotels need to carefully select the aspects of operations that can be targeted for cost-cutting measures. Fortunately, state-of-the-art HVAC and lighting controls have allowed many hotels to reduce costs by promoting energy efficiency without sacrificing quality.

In hotels and other similar establishments, energy consumption accounts for three to six percent of the total operating costs. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and electronic appliances are some of the biggest power consumption culprits. This is true not just for larger, established hotels, but even small or start-up establishments.

Reducing waste is the common approach to lowering electricity cost, as many hotels consume electricity unnecessarily. Guests are often the primary cause for the power expenditure. Many use more lights than necessary, operate several electronic devices all at once, and even leave these running when they leave a room. This is not always intentional, however, and is often a result of a guest’s forgetting to deactivate the lights or the HVAC system, or not knowing how to operate their controls.

Given these, hotels should look into intelligent HVAC and lighting controls that are not just easy to use, but that can also conserve electricity even without a guest’s active involvement.

For example, instead of using a myriad switches for the lights, heat, air conditioning, and more, a hotel can implement a centralized lighting and HVAC system for the room, and have one device that controls its various features. The lighting controller can be pre-configured with different settings according to the guests’ needs: bright light or dim, night light, etc. It can also contain other controls such as for operating motorized drapes. Some systems even use advanced touch screen technology as a controller, which makes activating, deactivating, or setting room features more convenient.

HVAC and lighting controls can also work through a keycard system. A guest initiates control over the lighting and HVAC by inserting the keycard into a keycard reader. These will then be set to energy saving mode upon the removal of the keycard. This ensures that minimal power is consumed when a guest is not occupying the room. It’s a simple but effective means to prevent the unnecessary use of electricity.

Certain HVAC and lighting controls can afford hotels as much as 30 to 50 percent savings on guest room utility costs, making them a worthy investment for hotels looking for effective cost-cutting measures.

It’s difficult to imagine a boxing match without it. A boxing bell is just as much a staple in any boxing match as are boxing gloves or the round girls that come and go to signal the start of each round. You simply have to have it or you will feel that something about the match is all wrong. Boxing bells work to indicate the start and the end of each round and the match as a whole. The traditional ones are made from metal while the more modern varieties can be housed in plastic boxes that are installed with sound mechanisms, indicator lights and power outlets.

Striker and electronic

There are two main types of boxing bells: the striker bells and the electronic ones. The striker bells are made of either chrome or brass and where popular during the 1920s and 1930s. This is a type of boxing bell that comes with a striker ball that is made of hardwood. A striker bell also has a hole at the bottom of it so it can easily be mounted near the ring.

The electronic bells, on the other hand, come with color-coded buttons. The red, green and yellow buttons are designed to indicate the different stages of a round. They also have delay features in case a match takes longer or shorter than expected.

Shopping tips

When it comes to boxing bells, you need to consider durability. For professional tournaments, the metal varieties are a much wiser choice because they can be used for a longer period. If you’re going to hold regular matches, it’s also better to opt for electrically-operated models because they are portable. You can also use them practically in any place that has an electrical outlet available so they are more convenient.

Metal detectors are electronic equipments used to locate metal objects that are hidden in baggage, ground or on the person?s body. Metal detectors are used for various purposes such as security maintenance, item recovery, archaeological exploration, and geological research. Main parts of metal detectors are control box, shaft, and search coil. Control box which has speaker, batteries, and microprocessor coordinates all activities. The performances of the detectors depend on the features of various parts. Best rated metal detectors are classified according to their performances.

Metal detectors commonly used in airports, hotels, government buildings, and other public places are of the walk-through type. Best rated walk through metal detectors have high target selection, low rate of false alarm, consistent detection, and a two way directional system. Some models that are market favourites have one eighth of an inch thick aluminium shielding panels, which are highly sensitive and easy to handle. Portable walk through model is a best rated metal detector with a simple mode of operation. They are lightweight and require no primary calibration. Prices of walk through metal detectors depend on the brand and features. Usually the prices range from $3000 to $6000. The best-rated metal detectors of this type are Garrett Magnascanner PD 6500, Garrett Magnascanner CS5000, Ceia metal detectors, and Sentrie LC.

Schools, courtrooms, sports events, and public areas use hand held metal detectors. The best rated hand held metal detectors are cheap, lightweight, sensitive, and radiation free. This model is easy to use, reliable, and requires less maintenance. Commercial, professional, all-purpose, beach, gold metal, relic metal and 2-box deep searchers are different types of hand held metal detectors. Garret Enforcer G-2 is the best rated hand held metal detector capable of identifying even very small metal objects. Waterproof metal detectors are also available to recover lost objects from water. Best rated waterproof metal detectors are Mine lab Excalibur 1000, Fisher CZ 20, Head hunter pulse, and Whites Surf Master PI Pro. Tesoro, Whites, Prizm series, Fisher, Garret, and Bounty Hunter are some brands which sell the best-rated metal detectors.

While employed in the Welding Industry as a Repair Technician you will come across various terms (Buzz words / slang) that are unique to this field of work. The terminology is typically a mix of Electronic component, and Welder equipment phrases. Here are some common examples:

Bus Voltage: The internal Voltage that is chopped up in an Inverter based Power Supply to produce primary AC for the Main Transformer.

Buzz Box: A transformer based STICK Welder with AC and/or DC output.

Dig: Arc Control. Typically used when STICK Welding to describe an adjustable amperage control for low voltage conditions while welding. Helps avoid Sticking.

GMAW: Gas Metal Arc Welding. MIG mode of operation. A CV (Constant Voltage) welding process that melts and joins metal by heating them with an electrical arc that is created between a motor fed filler material (metal alloy), and a workpiece.

GTAW: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding. TIG mode of operation. A CC (Constant Current) welding process that melts and joins metal by heating them with an electrical arc that is created between a Tungsten alloy electrode, and a workpiece.

IGBT: Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor. A three terminal component used to control current delivery to the Main Transformer within an Inverter based Welder. It is also commonly used to create the AC waveform in an AC/DC TIG Welder.

MOSFET: Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor. A three terminal component used to control current delivery to the Main Transformer within an Inverter based Welder. It can also be used to create the AC waveform in an AC/DC TIG Welder, although IGBT’s are more commonly used.

OCV: Open Circuit Voltage. The no load Output Voltage applied to the Welder Output Terminals. It is usually between 50 and 100V DC (Welder dependent) when measured in STICK MODE.

PAW: Plasma Arc Welding. A CC (Constant Current) welding process that melts and joins metal by heating them with an electrically conductive Plasma column that is created between a Tungsten alloy electrode, and a workpiece.

PCA: Printed Circuit Assembly. A PCB with electronic components mounted on it.

PCB: A Printed Circuit Board is a bare board without any electronic components mounted (stuffed) on it. It consists of an insulative substrate material (usually Fiberglass) and a surface material (usually copper). The Welding Industry incorrectly uses this term to describe a PCA (Printed Circuit Assembly).

Rectifier: A component that coverts AC into DC. Normally configured as a Full- Wave Rectifier. Used to create the DC Bus Voltage (Input Rectifier), and to provide DC output from the Main Transformer (Secondary Output Diodes).

Spatter: Metal particles that are blown away from the Welding Arc. Not part of the completed weld.

SMAW: Shielded Metal Arc Welding. STICK mode of operation. A CC (Constant Current) welding process that melts and joins metal by heating them with an electrical arc that is created between a flux coated metal electrode, and a workpiece.

Stinger: A STICK Electrode Holder.

VRD: Voltage Reduction Device. A safety feature that can be enabled in STICK mode to reduce the OCV of the Welder in order to help protect the Weldor from Electrocution.

Welder: A type of Power Supply that provides a controlled output Current, or Voltage as appropriate to the welding mode of operation. When correctly utilized, it enables two or more pieces of metal to be electrically bonded together.

Weldor: An operator of a Welder. A person who welds Metal.

Whip: A STICK Electrode Holder, or a MIG Gun.

Workpiece: The piece of metal that is being electrically bonded to, through the process of Welding.

When you are going to test the performance of your circuit breaker, multimeter is a great supporting tool that you need to provide. This is a handy device that helps you to check the voltage in electrical circuits. Besides, it also helps you determine whether the tested circuit is using AC (alternate current) or DC (direct current). This certain tool will be very useful to help you check whether the circuit breakers in your system work in proper performance or not. Here are some simple steps that you can follow in using multimeter to check your breaker.

First, you need to open your circuit box. You might find some breakers here, so you have to determine which one that you are going to check first. Usually, each of those breakers powers your house in different portion. You can easily notice which breaker that handle which power by taking a look at the label. If you can not find this information, you should label your breakers right away.

Second, you have to turn off all the appliances and lights that are being powered by the certain breaker that you want to check. It is very important to prevent any serious problems such as damaged appliances and lights or even fire.

Third, you need to think about your safety. Put a pair of rubber-soled shoes on and make sure that the area near your circuit box is completely dry. Besides, you should also be very careful off puddles that you might find on the ground. Mop them right away and make sure that the floor or ground is really in dry condition. You really need to check the surrounding environment before testing your breaker in order to prevent the risk of electrical shock.

Fourth, you need to unscrew the metal frame around your breakers. Simply use your screwdriver to unscrew it and you can set it aside. Behind the metal frame, you will find wiring that run through the breakers and also the breakers themselves.

Fifth,you can set your multimeter to Volts AC. Mostly, wiring systems in home use alternating current, so the Volts AC setting let the multimeter to read the current correctly. DC is usually used in testing the voltage of battery-powered electronics.

Sixth, you have to touch one prong of the multimeter to the terminal screw of the breaker. Then, you can touch another prong on the breaker to the ground screw. Your multimeter will give you the readout on how much electricity that flows through your breaker. The ideal readout will be either 120 or 240 volts. If your meter does not read anything, you need to immediately replace your breakers well.

It is not that difficult, right?

Well you worked hard for that Electronics Degree now its time to put it to good use. There are so

many different aspects to the world of Electronics and each of them requires some type of specialized training. Yet the specialized training you received will mean nothing to you if you don’t have the specific tools tailored to the Electronic work you decide to do. These specific tools will make your more efficient and will make the service you provide to your customers much more professional.

Telecommunications has become the Industry of today. It requires a special knowledge and specific Telecom Tools and Tool Kits to perform the job properly. One thing you should understand, the money that you spend now on the right tools, will only enhance your reputation and the work that you do in the future.

Telecom installations require specific types of tools and that is what I will focus on in this

article. One of the most important items that you will find in a Telecom Tool Kit is referred to as a

“Butt Set” or a “Linesman’s Handset”. The Butt Set looks very similar to the handset from your telephone in your home or office. The Butt set allows the Telecom Technician to troubleshoot phone lines by checking for dial tone and other functions. The Butt Set has a key pad that even allows the technician to dial out on the line that is being tested. You will also notice that the Butt Set has two leads extending from the bottom of it with alligator clips on the ends. These alligator clips allow the Telecom Installer to connect the Butt Set anywhere the Telecom Installer may find necessary during the installation or repair of Telecommunication Equipment.

The Butt Set is only one important tool that you will find in a Telecom Tool Kit. You will also find what is referred to as a Tone Generator. The job of the Tone Generator is to produce a tone, something like the dial tone you here when you pick up your telephone. The technician will inject this tone into one of the telephone lines being tested and use this tone to help trace wiring routes or even breaks in the wires. You will find the Tone Generator to be an invaluable tool when working in situations where there is no dial tone present.

A Punch Down tool is also something necessary to have in your Telecom Tool Kit. The job of the punch down too is to make the connections on the terminal junction. You should make sure that your Punch Down Tool has exchangeable blades, you will find this to be an extremely important feature of your Punch Down tool.

Some other tools you might expect to find in a Telecom Tool Kit are a set of Needle Nose Pliers,

Wire Cutters, Crimping Tool, Wire Stripper and a good set of Screwdrivers with exchangeable blades and rubber grips. You should consider having a receptacle tester for GFCI outlets. You will find this tool an important asset to your Telecom Tool Set as you will most likely run into locations where these types of receptacles are present or are code in new construction when adding new Electronic devices and outlets. You may even want to consider adding a Professional Multimeter to your Telecom Tool Set as well.

What makes all of these tools invaluable to you and within your reach is a quality Tool Belt and Pouch. The Tool Belt will allow you to have your Butt Set, Tone Generator, Punch Down Tool and other Telecom Tools right at your finger tips. Most Telecom Installers are generally moving around from location to location on the job site, so it only makes sense to have your tools at your side versus in a Tool Box. A good Tool Belt and Pouch will make your work easier and much more efficient. So take the time to choose the best way to carry all of your Telecom Tools. The right Tool case or in this case the right Tool Belt and Punch will make managing your tools that much easier.

The men in our lives are always some of the hardest to shop for when it comes to Christmas gifts. Either they go out and buy whatever they want for themselves throughout the year, or they already have everything that they need and struggle to give you suggestions about what else they could possibly want. When thinking up Christmas gifts for guys, you need to take cues from their hobbies and interests and sometimes think a little bit outside the box for the perfect Christmas gift. This list might help drum up some ideas about what the guys in your life would love for Christmas this year.

Sports Jerseys or Tickets

If you know a guy that loves sports, chances are they can never have enough stuff from his favorite team. Some suggestions would be his favorite player’s jersey, tickets to an upcoming home game, or merchandise from his favorite team such as beer mugs, baseball hats, coasters, cell phone covers and things of that nature. Bonus points for finding wrapping paper in his team’s colors.

Computer and Electronics Accessories

Every guy surely has at least one computer or electronic device that they can’t live without. Give him something to use with his electronics this Christmas that will increase their usability or prolong their use. New headphones, computer bags and cases, tablet cases, iPhone covers, remotes and chargers are just some ideas for the tech guy in your life.

Clothes

If you know the guy well enough, clothes and accessories can make excellent Christmas gifts for guys. Guys tend to only shop when it’s a necessity, so surprise him with a new sweater, jacket, sunglasses, watch, belt, hat or other clothing item that you think he would really love. Always get a gift receipt, just in case he isn’t crazy about the exact color or style you select.

Experience Gifts

Perhaps the best gift for a guy that has it all is no gift at all – no physical gift, that is. Experience gifts are the new go-to item for people that are tough to shop for. You can select any number of experiences to gift, such as learning how to fly a plane to cooking classes. These gifts range in price from extremely affordable options to luxury packages, so there is truly an experience gift perfect for anyone.

Tools and Equipment

The handymen in our lives need tools and equipment to keep their projects going, so what better gift for a handyman than products for home repair and maintenance, camping and other manly pursuits. Find out what tools your handyman needs to avoid buying him a duplicate and make the present extra special by also getting him a special carrying case or some other accessory that would complement the tool or equipment.

Toys for Boys

No matter the age, all men love a great toy. With the high-tech options on the market today, it’s easier than ever to pick up a fun and useful toy. If you’re buying a gift for an outdoorsmen, pick up a handheld GPS. If you have a weather tracker in your life, get an indoor digital weather station. Just make sure to give him batteries along with the gift so that he can open and use it right away.