Australia Introduces New Compulsory Standard for Toys Containing Magnets

Australia registered its new mandatory safety standard for toys containing magnets – Consumer Goods (Toys Containing Magnets) Safety Standard 2020 – on August 27, 2020.

This new instrument means toys containing magnets must conform to specific clauses within one of the following toy safety standards:

  • AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2019 ‘Safety of toys – Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical properties’
  • EN 71-1:2014+A1:2018 ‘Safety of toys – Part 1: Mechanical and physical properties’
  • ISO 8124-1:2018 ‘Safety of Toys – Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical properties’
  • ASTM F963-17 ‘Standard consumer safety specification for toy safety’

Stakeholders should be aware the new instrument does not apply to bicycles, camping goods, electronic game units, fashion jewelry, home and public playground equipment, models powered by combustion or steam engines, sporting goods, and trampolines.

The new instrument came into effect on August 28, 2020. Manufacturers and suppliers of toys containing magnets have until August 28, 2021, to ensure their products comply with the requirements in the new legislation. Until this date, toys containing magnets may still comply with the current safety standard – Consumer Product Safety Standard for Children’s Toys Containing Magnets (Consumer Protection Notice No. 5 of 2010).

Children’s toys are regulated in Australia via multiple mandatory safety standards. These include:

  • Consumer Protection Notice No. 14 of 2003, as amended by Consumer Protection No. 1 of 2005 ‘Toys for children up to and including 36 months of age’
  • Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2009 ‘Lead and certain elements’ (this standard includes finger paints)
  • Consumer Protection Notice No. 5 of 2010 ‘Toys containing magnets’
  • Consumer Goods (Aquatic Toys) Safety Standard 2020
  • Consumer Goods (Projectile Toys) Safety Standard 2020

SGS Toy & Juvenile Product Services

SGS offers a wide range of services to ensure that products comply with relevant standards for toys and childcare articles and equipment. They provide consulting, training, product development, testing, audit, and inspection services to ensure that products comply with strict regulations worldwide, demonstrating the safety and quality of juvenile products being brought to the market.  Learn more about SGS’s Toy & Juvenile Product Services. 

 

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Artworks by Lichtenstein Blanchard Benton Others are in Neue Auctions Sept 26th Online Auction

Beachwood, OH, USA, September 18, 2020 -- Fast on the heels of a highly successful 20th Century & Mid-Century Modern sale in August, Neue Auctions is back on the virtual block with a Fine Art & Antiques auction planned for Saturday, Sept. 26th, at 10 am Eastern time. The online-only auction features a wide selection of traditional art and antiques, silver, fine jewelry, decorations and furnishings.

“The many fine items in this sale have been culled from prominent local estates and collections,” said Cynthia Maciejewski of Neue Auctions. “Downsizing households present opportunities for both new and established collectors.” Internet bidding will be provided by Liveauctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Bidsquare.com. For more information, please visit www.neueauctions.com.

Maciejewski added, “There’s such a wide array of finds in this auction they can’t all be covered here, so get ready and go online for a fun day of incredible high-quality finds as we continue to recycle the things that matter. It all begins right away with lot 1, a fine example of a 17th century portrait of a royal figure or lady of the court, in exquisitely painted detail” (est. $2,000-$4,000).

Lots 7-13 are a collection of 19th century portraits that include geniuses and characters. Those are followed by a group of English landscapes that would brighten up any plain wall. The group includes a large oil on canvas by James Webb (British, 1825-1895), titled Thunder Clouds (1858), signed and dated and measuring 33 inches by 58 inches, framed (est. $3,000-$5,000).

For those who prefer city scenes, lot 37 is an Antoine Blanchard (1910-1988) view of Paris at Porte St. Denis, measuring 24 inches by 26 inches (est. $5,000-$8,000). Blanchard is actually a pseudonym; the artist’s given name is Marcel Masson. No matter what you call him, he was an enormously popular painter of Parisian street scenes and his paintings are prized by collectors.

A rare and unusual work is lot number 3, a mosaic tile Roy Lichtenstein (American, 1923-1997) done in 1950 and included in the artist’s online catalogue raisonne. The tile was Lichtenstein’s first effort to enhance and assist in his then-wife’s interior design business. It has an estimate of $30,000-$50,000. Lichtenstein was one of America’s premier Pop artists of the mid-20th century.

Three works by the French painter Jules Cavailles (1901-1997) make up a colorful section of the sale in the form of happy still lifes. Also, there is a pair of exuberant still life oils by the Russian Federation artist Sergei Missan, each carrying a very modest pre-sale estimate of $1,500-$3,000.

The Cleveland School selection is topped by three examples from Clara Deike (1881-1964), an early devotee of Cubism, foreshadowed in the trio of works presented. Staying in the Midwest, the Missouri artist Thomas Hart Benton (1889-1975) will be represented with a lithograph titled Morning Train, a heart-wrenching image of a soldier heading off to war (est. $2,500-$4,500).

The little-known illustrator Roy Miller has four works in the sale, all from a local collection, two of which are interesting gouache studies for Colliers Weekly covers. One depicts Abraham Lincoln and one Theodore Roosevelt. A selection of original posters rounds out the art category.

The rest of the auction will be an eclectic mix of fine items, including a Tiffany & Co. bronze and favrile glass seven-light Lily lamp (est. $8,000-$12,000); a Regina upright interchangeable disc musical player (est. $10,000-$15,000); and a Swiss interchangeable cylinder box on a stand (est. $10,000-$15,000). Also up for bid will be silver, glass, ethnographic art and Asian art.

Those looking to feather their nests need look no further. Bidders will find many examples of fine antique furniture, highlighted by a pair of American Sheraton mahogany console game tables and an Art Nouveau bedroom suite attributed to Eugene Vallin, purchased by the present owner at Sotheby’s in London.

Daily gallery previews will be held Monday through Friday, September 21st-25th, from 9-5 Eastern time. COVID-19 protocols will be observed, with masks and social distancing required.

Neue Auctions has three more auctions planned for the balance of 2020. The first will be a single-owner collection of lovely Art Deco pieces, titled Erte and Icart. After that is an auction titled Coach Me If You Can, a timed sale of over 100 lots of “new with tags” Coach bags and accessories. And finally, A Brave Neue World sale will be held in December (or in early 2021).

Neue Auctions invites everyone to be added to its email list to receive notifications and information regarding all current and future sales. To learn more about Neue Auctions and the Saturday, September 26th Antiques & Fine Art auction at 10 am Eastern time, visit www.neueauctions.com. Updates are posted frequently.

About Neue Auctions:
Neue Auctions provides a bespoke experience for sellers and buyers, with items presented fully guaranteed and vetted, and combines regular online auctions with selected art exhibitions and educational opportunities. Offering consignment services for single items, estates and corporate collections, the firm assists clients in the complicated process of settling estates and general downsizing, working with private individuals, trusts, estates, museums, banks and attorneys. Neue Auctions continues the long-standing history and tradition of art collecting in Cleveland by bringing fine works of art to the market for sale, encouraging the current and next generation of collectors. Neue Auctions is accepting consignments for future sales. For purchases or inquiries about consigning, please call 216-245-6707; or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more information, please visit www.neueauctions.com.

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DryShield Water Solutions Shares A To Do List to Help You Make Your Home Winter Ready

September 18, 2020, Toronto, ON -- DryShield Water Solutions, one of the top waterproofing contractors in Canada, shares a to-do list for before the start of the winters to help your basement stay safe and water-free during the upcoming seasons. Waterlogging has been a consistent problem for the majority of homes as much as 98% in total in Canada. To make your basement safe from this problem and keeping water away from seeping in, DryShield Water Solutions has come up with a few tips and tricks to make your home winter ready.

The document released by this basement waterproofing Hamilton company helps one with a complete to-do list before the onset of the chilling winters to keep your basement out of any complications. Starting with land grading to foundation crack repair Hamilton procedures, the list covers everything to keep the basement safe from harsh snowy weather and later spring showers. Some of the things that one needs to look after as per the to-do list are improving the land grading, installing a good quality drainage system, installing a sump pump, checking and sealing the foundation cracks, cleaning the gutters, and installing a ventilator.

When asked the spokesperson about their newest document release, the company states that it is imperative to keep foundations waterlogging free to keep the entire structure of the house intact. This is why, they help as many people as possible to cope up with such situations – thanks to their expertise.

This foundation crack repair Hamilton company excels in waterproofing services. However, you can also approach this company for crack injections, mold removal, storm response, and sewage cleanup services. The basement waterproofing Hamilton contractors serve most of the cities in the Ontario state including Toronto, Scarborough, and Whitby. To know more about the services they offer, and getting a quote for the services, contact them directly either by calling them or dropping an email.

About the Company

DryShield Water Solutions is one of the top waterproofing contractors in the state of Ontario. With more than two and half decades of experience basement waterproofing and serving the Canadian market, this company is a leading name for any problem related to crack injections in concrete, clearing crawl space contamination, mold remediation, and foundation repair work. The company serves residential as well as commercial projects and has gained a name for themselves because of their uncompromised quality of work and 100 percent customer satisfaction mantra.

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Nathan Thava
Dryshield
60 Millwick drive,
Toronto ON, Canada
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SGS webinar offers insight on how to successfully enter the lucrative retail and ecommerce market in China

SGS, the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, will hold a free webinar on September 29, 2020, to discuss how to enter one of the largest retail and e-commerce markets in the world.

As the market shifts from key opinion leader (KOL) to key opinion consumer (KOC) influence in China, consumer engagement is becoming increasingly important. In this webinar, industry experts will share a number of country insights including how live streaming and short videos can help brands to successfully position their consumer facing products.

Why join this webinar?

To support your journey in entering this market, we will help you better understand the customer journey and other key dynamics, including:

  • Digital marketing
  • Customs and importation
  • Compliance, and
  • Consumer engagement

Who should join the webinar?

This webinar is aimed at brands, retailers and suppliers in the consumer goods industry looking to enter the Chinese market.

How can you register to join?

Register here for this free webinar on September 29, 2020 – choose from two sessions.

For further information on this webinar, please contact:

Christy Chan

Director, Consumer and Retail Solutions

Tel: +845 6018 6387
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Hulme Court Dental and Implant Centre Announces New Milestone

Myaree WA - September 2020: With more than 40 years of combined experience, the dentists at Hulme Court Dental and Implant Centre are pleased to announce they have become the leading service providers for Fremantle and Spearwood residents.

This is because the centre offers a comprehensive portfolio of services from general dentistry to advanced procedures and cosmetic resolution.

Their holistic approach means their dentistry covers not only all ages, communities and backgrounds, but offer the best care for the mouth as a whole.

The dedicated team is passionate about what they do, and utilize the latest dental developments and procedures to deliver customised optimal dental care for clients.

"As Australian graduates and being brought up in the local community, we are attuned to the local scene and understand the diverse community that lives in Melville, Fremantle and Spearwood," said a spokesman for the Hulme Court Dental and implant Centre.

"Everyone appreciates a clean and healthy smile. At Hulme Court Dental, we have developed a systematic approach to manage people's concerns and deliver the smile they are always longing and looking for."

Their range of services also extend to veneer crowns, root canal treatment, surgical extractions, dental crowns and bridges, children's dentistry and emergency care.

 

Having been confirmed as the leading provider in the region, Hulme Court Dental and Implant Centre is now offering a variety of discounts.

These are on General Exam, Scale and Clean, X-rays and Fluoride Treatment for adults, teens and children, as well as 20% off Implants & 20% off Invisalign. The promotion is available until September 28. 2020

For more information about their services click over to their website:  https://hcdentalandimplant.com.au/ or call them on (08) 6118 6088 to book an appointment with one of their specialists.

The dentistry is open Monday to Friday: 8:30 am– 5:30 pm, and Saturdays: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm. They are closed Sundays.