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Press Release: May 21, 2009

Posted by Khadijah Adams on May 22, 2009 at 2:30am

XstreamEtronics simultaneously gives aid to the Houston community and the environment.XstreamEtronics is taking Texas green with their sale of “Green Machines.” Xstream’s promotion of reselling “green electronics” is taking the resellers market by surprise. "Our mission is to recycle, restore and reuse. The resale of refurbished electronics helps to protect our environment and also enables us to provide an affordable product for the community", says Co-owner Charles Adams.Acknowledging the all too frequent improper disposal of electronics by resellers, XstreamEtronics has resolved to deal solely with those manufacturers who adhere to Texas Commission of Environmental Quality rules and regulations. Manufactures have the option of sending all of their returned electronics to XstreamEtronics on consignment or they can chose to wholesale to XstreamEtronics the returned end-of-life electronics at the products’ current market value. “XstreamEtronics will only accept electronics from those manufacturers who adhere to Texas ‘Green Laws’ and whose electronic products are green compatible,” stated Mr. Adams. “By doing so, with XstreamEtronics “green procedures” we are able to assure our customers that our refurbished electronics are safe to the new end-user and safe for the Texas environment.”Co-owner of XstreamEtronics, Charles Adams is passionate about creating a bridge between restoring local communities and restoring the tools that help to enable and empower Houstonians. By properly recycling and restoring electronics we simultaneously protect ourselves, our environment, and provide an opportunity for computer ownership to someone who might not otherwise be able to afford a computer at it's "off the shelf" cost.The recent grand opening of XstreamEtronics at its Highway 6 S. @ Bissonnet location was filled with local small business owners in search of refurbished electronics. "As a small business, our budget is tight. Yet there are things that are vital for our growth. The recent boom in business marketing through the online social media such as Facebook and Twitter makes it imperative to be 'connected' in order to stay competitive. Having a store like XstreamEtronics where I can visit to get a great desktop, laptop or video recorder for a fraction of the price at a large retailer, is fantastic! It allows me to save money and keep my overhead down, which in turn, keeps our prices down and makes them affordable for others," says Lyndsey Shaffer of Cantilever Concepts Custom Graphic Design Services and Co-Founder of Onyx Six.Click here XstreamEtronics for updatesFor additional information or media inquiry contact:Media Relations - Khadijah AdamsXstreamEtronicsXstreamEtronicsInc@gmail.comhttp://www.xstreametronics.comContact:XstreamEtronics9432 Highway 6 S, Ste AHouston, TX 77083Tel: 281-933-6700Fax: 281-939-6707

April Week 3 CIOF Tip: Inspecting your potential property!

Posted by Annetta Powell on April 20, 2009 at 12:30pm

If you discover during the inspection that the property needs major repairs that will cut into your chances of making a profit after renovations, then you should cross the property off your list and move on to the next. Remember you want to make a profit of at least $10,000 on each property.

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Alternators-How There Hard-Working Components Fail

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on February 16, 2009 at 8:42pm

Do you know what an alternator does for your vehicle? Do you know where the alternator is located on your vehicle? I would like to cover one of the five overlooked parts of the car. Most people don't know there is an alternator on their car. When they hear the name for the first time, it's when their vehicle won't start. This is known as the charging system. The charging system consist of the alternator, battery, wiring, and drive belt. Your alternator can come with an internal or external voltage regulator. This will depend on your year, make, and model of your vehicle.The alternators responsibility is to generate electricity to recharge the battery, run the fuel pump, injectors, ignition system, power the vehicle's lights, and other electrical powered accessories. The alternator is under a substantial load that creates a lot of internal heat. This heat can burn a diode out. The diode helps to convert alternating current to direct current. Also, the heat can damage the rotor and stator windings, brush connections, and wiring leads. These are the inner working or parts of the alternator. Most alternators fail electronically before they wear out the inner parts. Alternators can fail when they are subjected to road splash that contains salt water or debris. It's important to keep your splash guards in place, on your vehicles.If the charging system fails for any reason or does not produce enough power to meet all of the vehicle's electrical demands, the battery will run down. Once the battery voltage drops below a certain threshold, certain system in your vehicle may stop working. Charging system problems can be caused by electrical faults in the alternator or voltage regulator, poor wiring connections at the battery or alternator, or a slipping drive belt.To help your alternator, check the battey for corrosion. If corrosion is present, pour a can of coke on the battey terminals. During your oil change service, have the alternator, battery, and belt checked. Remember, keep your under-car splash guard in place. There isn't a specific failure rate on an alternator. It can go out at anytime. Watch your add-on accessories. The more the alternator has to work, the more strain on the battery and alternator.Until next time, happy motoring

Are You Changing Your Oil On Time?

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on January 19, 2009 at 10:16pm

Everyday, I receive information on how to do this or that. I receive information on car warranties or buying a vehicle. When was the last time someone ask, how is your vehicle maintenance going? Did you change your oil today? Did you check your oil today? Did you schedule your oil change?If you answered no, I'm here to help you make a wise decision about the maintenane of your vehicle. Changing the oil in your vehicle is just as important to you eating. Your vehicle needs fresh oil. Your current oil can't wait until you have the time, for a change. Your owner's manual instructs the owner when to change the oil. Some vehicle's oil needs changing at every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Going over the recommended mileage isn't good for your vehicle. Also, changing the oil too soon isn't good either. There were ads that encouraged oil changes at 3,000 miles. As I stated earlier, vehicles can travel further on their oil. The 3,000 were for oils that were singled weighted. What is single-weighted? Single-weighted oil are 30, 40, or 50 weighted oils. These oils are still around. They come in detergent and non-detergent. But, they aren't used by vehicles. Today's vehicles use two-weighted oils. These oils consist of two-parted oils. Most vehicles use 5w20 or 5w30. There are more special type oils. We will discuss those oils, at another time. Plus, I don't want to make this post too boring for my readers.Locate your owner's manual. This will tell you the weight your vehicle uses. When getting your oil changed, ask the garage what type of oil they're using. Using the proper weighted oil in your vehicle is very imporant. We'll discuss that subject, at a later date too. At this point, I want you to check and change your oil, on time.Happy motoing

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