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LED bulbs: Shenzhen gains from local support PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 17 September 2009 15:34

Besides a solid supply chain, makers benefit from the city government's projects to promote the development of the line.

LED bulbs and tubes production in Shenzhen jumped by more than 30 percent between 2006 and 2008, thanks largely to the strong network of local upstream and downstream industries.

 

 
Aluminum extrusions: Alternative markets sustain exports PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 17 September 2009 15:13

A strategic shift in targets keeps business strong despite anti-dumping limits in a major market.

Many framework suppliers in China are cultivating alternative destinations as anti-dumping policies in some key markets curtail export growth.

 

 
Table lamps: Basic-function models dominate line PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 10 September 2009 15:10

Makers veer from aesthetic improvements as demand for simple designs grow. Instead, they offer a range of lighting options.

China suppliers of table and floor lamps are going back to the basics, with many shifting away from appearance and focusing on functionality, particularly lighting performance.

 
Garden hose nozzles: Eco-friendly options grow in number PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 02 September 2009 17:40

Efficiency and conservation are the focus of R&D. Upgrades along these lines include multiple spray patterns and time settings.

Responding to environmental concerns, China suppliers of water-distribution systems for gardens and lawns are releasing 'greener' models.

 
PTFE tape: Differentiation via better solutions, services PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 24 August 2009 17:53

High-performance and long-lasting designs, coupled with diverse customization options, keep the line afloat amid intense rivalry.

China suppliers of tape and adhesives are introducing value-added solutions and services to distinguish themselves from competitors.

 
Shower bars: Upscale focus widens design options PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 24 August 2009 17:47
Freestanding towel holders and special-application grab bars are gaining ground as makers veer away from the low end.

China suppliers of bathroom fittings are going beyond the basics to gain a design-based edge in the upscale segment.

 
Hammers: Makers sharpen edge in DIY segment PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 17 August 2009 17:11
Minor adjustments in product appearance and structure boost the competitiveness of consumer-use models.

China suppliers of striking tools are fortifying their positions in the DIY market, expecting the segment to continue accounting for the bulk of demand.

 
Dimmers: Enhanced functionality drives OBM line PDF Print E-mail
Tuesday, 11 August 2009 16:48
To increase brand recognition, suppliers are launching differentiated models with IR/PIR sensors and amplifiers.

OBM business in China's dimmer and lighting controller industry is on the rise, with models bearing company-owned trademarks accounting for at least 30 percent of exports.

 
Interior doors: Upmarket shift highlights visual appeal PDF Print E-mail
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Tuesday, 11 August 2009 16:39
Models targeting the high end feature 3D surface patterns. Composite security doors are also gaining ground.

China suppliers of doors are enhancing aesthetics under efforts to gain a larger share of the upscale market.

 
Circuit breakers: Spotlight on power-saving models PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 17:06
The latest designs run at higher frequencies, which ensure lower energy loss and reduced heating loads.

Product development in China's ballast and circuit breaker industries is geared toward energy-efficient designs.

 
Pliers: Restrictions drive line to focus on visual appeal PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:58
Bound by product standards, makers concentrate on models with improved aesthetics and colors not normally used on tools.

International guidelines that regulate the basic configurations and parameters of shafts, heads and tips of gripping and pinching tools are limiting product development efforts in China.

 
Silicone sealants: Improved performance for multipurpose models PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:50
Neutral cure solutions for various building components do not corrode and stain, and remain inert with minerals.

Under efforts to revive exports, China suppliers of sealants are focusing on products that target a range of applications.

 
Kitchen sinks: Affordable models via price cuts, basic designs PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:40
Suppliers attract clients by passing on savings from lower material costs and emphasizing simple no-frills constructions.

China suppliers of kitchen sinks are banking on low prices to prop up business in the months ahead

 
Flush valves: Suppliers ramp up water-saving designs PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:31
Models with automatic shut-off, time-delay and dual-control mechanism, and dual-flush systems gain ground.

China suppliers of flush valves and toilet tank fittings are concentrating resources on water-efficient solutions to prop up business in Europe and North America.

 
Screws: EU trade policy slows shipments PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:24
As the region levies anti-dumping penalties on the sector, makers eye the Middle East and Russia as alternative markets.

The implementation of anti-dumping duties in the EU is forcing China suppliers of nails and screws to hold back on shipments.

 
Solar panels: Pro-environment policies spark optimism in line PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 05 August 2009 16:02
Suppliers prepare to meet heightened demand as governments plan to increase output of renewable energy.

The solar panel industry in China is expected to get a boost from new environment-protection policies in both overseas and domestic markets.

 
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