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U.S. CPSC June 9, 2006 |
Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels Lack Safety Warning Label Because the Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation, the failure of a user to follow the instructions could result in injury. |
U.S. CPSC June 23, 2009 |
Loaded Boards Recalls Orangatang Skateboard Wheels; Blow-outs Pose Risk of Injury to Riders The recalled skateboard wheel's core can shear and blow-out causing the wheel to separate from the skateboard truck's axle and bearings. This poses a risk of serious injury to riders. |
U.S. CPSC May 18, 2005 |
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recall of Circular Saws The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation. |
U.S. CPSC July 1, 2005 |
HiPer Technology Inc. Recall of ATV Wheels The aluminum center section of the 9-inch wheel can come apart causing the tire and rim to unexpectedly separate from the ATV, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider loses control of the vehicle. |
U.S. CPSC February 4, 2009 |
Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard The spokes on the bicycle's front wheel rim can break during use, posing a fall and crash hazard to riders. |
U.S. CPSC December 11, 2007 |
Stokke Announces Recall of Certain Xplory Strollers Due to Front Wheel Detachment A bolt that attaches each front wheel to the stroller can loosen, causing one of the front wheels to fall off, posing a fall hazard to young children. |
U.S. CPSC August 17, 2006 |
Target Recalls Scooters -- Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC July 6, 2005 |
Rolf Prima Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC October 23, 2008 |
Shimano American Corp. Recalls Wheels for Bicycles; Flat Tire Can Pose Injury Risk to Riders Rim surface and spoke hole plugs on the wheel can cause a puncture to the inner tube, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC August 11, 2005 |
Ritchey Design Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider can lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC April 16, 2002 |
Ames True Temper Recall of Wheelbarrows The plastic wheel assemblies on these wheelbarrows, manufactured by a predecessor company, can break when being inflated with high-pressure air hoses. This can result in plastic pieces exploding from the rims of the wheels, possibly hitting nearby consumers... |
U.S. CPSC August 3, 2007 |
Rehvac Manufacturing Recalls Safety Relief Plugs Due to Injury Hazard; Plugs Used on Nitrous Oxide Systems and Heating and Air Conditioning Service Tools If the cylinder is overfilled and overheated it can burst, posing an injury hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC August 19, 2009 |
Ridgid Table Saws Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Laceration Hazard The table saw's arbor shaft can fail when used with a stacked blade set (commonly known as a "stacked dado set"), which is used to cut grooves. The stacked blade set can be ejected from the saw, posing a potential laceration hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC August 8, 2005 |
American Classic Recall of Bicycle Wheels The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
Popular Mechanics July 15, 2009 |
How to Choose the Right Abrasive For Any Job Everything you wanted to know about abrasives for home projects. |
Popular Mechanics September 2009 |
How to Cast a Lead Hammer: DIY Auto I found this lead-hammer mold in the Graham tools catalog. It lets you melt down and recast your old lead-hammer head over and over. |
Popular Mechanics March 2008 Erin McCarthy |
Big-Money Race for World's Tallest Ferris Wheels Heats Up There is a global race to create the biggest Ferris wheel, and while these attractions are built for fun, the stakes are serious. |
Popular Mechanics September 2008 Mike Allen |
Your Guide to Upgrading Wheels & Tires: Saturday Mechanic Provide better grip for your car without compromising your vehicle's original engineering. |
Chemistry World January 7, 2010 Simon Hadlington |
Giant nanowheel mystery solved Researchers have uncovered the mechanism behind how one of chemistry's most remarkable self-assembled structures, a giant molecular wheel made from molybdenum oxide, spontaneously manufactures itself. |
IndustryWeek February 1, 2009 John Teresko |
11 Handy Tips for Better Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Break-out tabs can prove effective for cutting of materials under 0.3 inches thick. Read on for ten more helpful tips. |
Popular Mechanics June 10, 2008 Erin McCarthy |
Best Suitcases May Not Be Most Expensive: Abustive Lab Test Do expensive luggage increase your belongings' chance of survival? We tested one budget hard case against two top-shelf choices to find out. |
Fast Company December 2004 Martin Kihn |
Reinventing the Wheel Our Consultant Debunking Unit travels full circle when it comes to reinventing the wheel. |