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Practicality Will Determine if Brick or Click is the 2017 Back-to-School Leader, Reports NPD

Welcome back to our next post of the season. Today's Article is provided by NPD Group and sheds some light on the trends in back to school shopping.

The complete article is inserted here for the ease of reading and we will discuss some of the key points at the end.

Port Washington, NY, July 17, 2017 — The back-to-school season is the second most important time in the retail calendar for many industries, behind the holiday season. Practical decisions related to factors like price, convenience, and product quality are paramount when it comes to where and how consumers do their back-to-school shopping, whether in-store or online, according to the new Back-to-School Report from leading global information company The NPD Group.


More than 70 percent of last year’s back-to-school purchases were made in stores. Looking across the 14 industries included in the NPD study, in-store purchases varied from a low of 61 percent for sports equipment to a high of 78 percent for school supplies. The most important benefits of in-store shopping identified by consumers, regardless of the category shopped for, point to practical thinking – the ability to get their other shopping done and  having a wide selection of brands/products from which to choose. The go-to retailers for back-to-school purchases were mass merchants like Target and Walmart.


Best/lowest prices, sales/discounts/promotions, and wide product selection are top considerations when deciding where to back-to-school shop – for some key categories, one-stop shopping, and trusted brand availability enter into the top three. Store displays and word-of-mouth are among the top ways consumers research and learn about where to go or what to buy when shopping for most back-to-school categories. Free shipping was identified as one of the most important benefits of online shopping, which represented 21 percent of 2016 back-to-school purchases, on average.


“Back-to-school shopping is about satisfying a list of needs and the retailer or product that delivers value and ease in doing so will ring the sale,” said Marshal Cohen, chief industry analyst, The NPD Group, Inc. “Brick-and-mortar retail has been challenged this past year and overall online growth, while still strong, has begun to show signs of slowing. How well marketers reengage consumers and meet their needs will determine who prevails as the back-to-school leader.”


The practical personality of back-to-school shoppers is evident in the most important drivers behind their purchase decisions. Regardless of the category being purchased, almost 60 percent of consumers revealed that they only buy back-to-school items on sale/discount. But these shoppers aren’t solely focused on cost, value matters too. Quality/durability and functionality rounded out the top three factors that influenced back-to-school purchases. When it comes to fashion (apparel, footwear, and accessories), comfort takes the place of functionality, ahead of color, style, and brand. Overall, there is little loyalty when it comes to brands, the majority of consumers said they buy both national and store brands. Compared to other shopping seasons, an average of 43 percent of consumers said they are more concerned with the quality of the merchandise they purchase for back-to-school and less concerned about look/design.


“Marketers must appeal to the back-to-school shopper’s sensible side and understand their spending priorities,” says Cohen. ”The spending dynamics that unfold between online and in-store shopping this back-to-school season will be indicative of future consumer behavior. It will be important for manufacturers and retailers to translate the nuances behind back-to-school shopping activity and adjust their strategies for upcoming seasons accordingly.”

Now that you have gone through the article, what do you think ??

There are a couple of hidden facts that I wanted to highlight in the article.

1)  Lowest Price and Discounts/ Promotions were the key factors that shoppers considered when it comes to where to shop from.

2) One Stop Shopping is a win. Shoppers are willing to travel to a store where they will find all the stuff they need rather than having to go to multiple shops and have multiple stops. For this reason Walmart and Target turned out to be successful retailers when it comes to back to school shopping.

3) Online shopping trended low (21%) but this trend is increasing and is expected to be more than 35% this year combined with free shipping options with no minimums. I don't think this is going to slow down as more and more parents are finding it handy to use their smartphones for finding deals and shopping online. And trust me, Amazon, Ebay are cheap but small online shops are gaining more popularity as they offer cheaper rates and free shipping options in an attempt to compete with Amazon/Ebay like giants.

The Back to school season is a hundred of Billion dollars sales event that grows every year and if the above factors are not taken into consideration by retailers be it brick and mortar or online shops the profits will be taken by those who give due consideration to them. So the challenge  is reap the benefits from the event by offering a deal that parents are willing to pay for and that are cheaper than other competitors in the market.

Thank You

by FAAM International

Online Shopping, statistics and trends in 2017

Hello All,

Why Offer products via an Online Store ? Why Buy Online ?

I have faced this question million of times and I hope many of you who run online stores are on the same boat as me. People keep asking me why I am offering products online and why would people buy products online ? The question has been tough to answer in the past. However, the details provided in an article written by Tracey Wallace from which I have taken most of the abstract below provides enough statistics to help answer this question once and for all (hopefully).

By the way. Those of you who love to shop online, you can register on my website and can also follow my online store on  social media. As a token of appreciation I will send each one of you a Discount coupon that can be used to shop online from among the 14000+ products that are offered through my store.  

Now, getting back to the subject below are stats that are segregated into various categories to help understand the importance of the growing online market and the increasing trend of shopping online.

Online shopping

• 51% of Americans prefer to shop online
• 96% of Americans have made an online purchase in their life, 80% in the past month alone
• Ecommerce is growing 23% year-over-year, yet 46% of American small businesses do not have a website
• Online orders increase 8.9% in Q3 2016, but average order value (AOV) increased only 0.2% — indicating that transactional growth is outpacing total revenue

Ecommerce trends by generation

• 67% of Millennials and 56% of Gen Xers prefer to shop on online rather than in-store.
• 41% of Baby Boomers and 28% of Seniors will click to purchase.
• Millennials and Gen Xers spend nearly 50% as much time shopping online each week (six hours) than their older counterparts (four hours).
• 48% of millennials have shopped on marketplaces, 76% at large retailer sites, 46% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 29% at category-specific online stores.
• 56% of Gen Xers have shopped on marketplaces, 76% at large retailer sites, 49% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 37% at category-specific online stores.
• 59% of Baby Boomers have shopped on marketplaces, 74% at large retailer sites, 42% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 39% at category-specific online stores.
• 51% of Seniors have shopped on marketplaces, 66% at large retailer sites, 30% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 44% at category-specific online stores.
• Millennials and Gen Xers spend 6 hours per week shopping online
• Baby Boomers spend 4 per week shopping online.
• Seniors spend 2.5 hours per week shopping online.

Ecommerce trends by parental status

• Parents spend more of their budget online in comparison to non-parents (40% vs. 34%) and spend 75% more time online shopping each week (7 hours vs. 4 hours for non-parents).
• Parents spend 61% more online than non-parents ($1,071 vs. $664).
• Nearly half (49%) of parents stated that they cannot live without online shopping.
• 53% of U.S. parents have shopped on marketplaces, 78% at large retailer sites, 53% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 34% at category-specific online stores.
• 54% of non-parents have shopped on marketplaces, 72% at large retailer sites, 39% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 37% at category-specific online stores.

Ecommerce trends by gender

• Men reported spending 28% more online than women during the past year.
• 52% of men have shopped on marketplaces, 75% at large retailer sites, 39% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 31% at category-specific online stores.
• 56% of women have shopped on marketplaces, 74% at large retailer sites, 48% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 40% at category-specific online stores.
• Men and women both report spending 5 hours per week shopping online.

Ecommerce trends by city-size

• Although they have greater proximity to physical stores, customers in large or mid-size metropolitan areas spend more online annually ($853) than suburban shoppers ($768) or those in rural areas ($684).
• Americans in metropolitan areas are spending the most online.
• 63% of suburban shoppers share that shipping costs are their least favorite part of online shopping.
• 38% of rural shoppers cite strong concerns about online privacy.
• 49% of Americans in metropolitan areas have shopped on marketplaces, 76% at large retailer sites, 45% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 30% at category-specific online stores.
• 60% of Americans in suburban areas have shopped on marketplaces, 73% at large retailer sites, 44% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 42% at category-specific online stores.
• 58% of Americans in rural areas have shopped on marketplaces, 71% at large retailer sites, 39% on webstores or independent boutiques, and 40% at category-specific online stores.
• Americans in metropolitan areas report spending 4.5 hours per week shopping online.
• Americans in suburban and rural areas both spend 5 hours per week shopping online.

Spending and conversion rates

• 51% of Americans think shopping online is the best way to shop, with 49% preferring shopping in-store.
• Americans spend 64% of their shopping budget in-store, and 36% online.
• In the last year, shoppers have spent the most with ecommerce marketplaces ($488), closely followed by major online/offline brands ($409) such as Nordstrom or Best Buy.
• 74% of Americans have shopped at large online/offline brand name retailers, 54% on ecommerce marketplaces, 44% at small and specially online brands and 36% at category-specific online retailers.
• When shopping online, nearly half (48%) of online purchasers first turn to a mass commerce marketplace.
• 31% first shop at a large online/offline brand name retailer, 12% first shop at a category specific online retailer, 7% first turn to a small/speciality online retail brand (more on conversion rates here).

Buying frequency

• 95% of Americans shop online at least yearly.
• 80% of Americans shop online at least monthly.
• 30% of Americans shop online at least weekly.
• 5% of Americans shop online daily.

Customer location at time of purchase

• A quarter of online shoppers (25%) have made an online purchase from a brick-and-mortar store.
• 43% of online shoppers have made a purchase while in bed.
• Millennials and Gen Xers are nearly 3x as likely as Baby Boomers and Seniors to have made an online purchase from bed (59% v 21%).
• 23% of online shoppers have made an online purchase at the office.
• Nearly 3 in 10 (29%) of Millennials and Gen Xers have made a purchase from the office.
• More than 15% of Baby Boomers and Seniors have made a purchase from the office.
• 20% of American online shoppers have purchased from the bathroom or while in the car (a +1 for mobile commerce).
• Millennials and Gen Xers are 5x more likely to have made an online purchase from the bathroom (31% v. 6%) than Baby Boomers and Seniors.
• One in ten customers admitted to buying something online after drinking alcohol.
• Men are more than twice as likely as women to have made a purchase after consuming alcohol (14% to 6%).
• Younger generations are 5x more likely to drink and shop than their older counterparts (15% to 3%).
• Parents are twice as likely as non-parents to have made an online purchase after drinking (15% v 7%).

Types of online goods purchased

• 60% of shoppers have purchased clothing, shoes and accessories items from large retailers, 54% at marketplaces, 44% from category-specific and 45% from webstores.
• 43% of online shoppers have purchased computers or electronics from marketplaces, 41% from large retailers, 29% at category-specific online stores and 17% at webstores.
• 34% of shoppers have purchased beauty items at marketplaces, 31% at large retailers, 29% at webstores and 25% at category-specific online stores.
• 55% of shoppers have purchased books, movies and music shop at a marketplaces, 36% at large retailers, 24% at webstores and 21% at category-specific online stores.
• 18% of shoppers have purchased flowers and gifts on marketplaces, 18% at large retailers, 24% at webstores and 28% category-specific online stores.

Influencing factors on conversion rates

• The top three factors that are very or extremely influential in determining where Americans shop are price (87%), shipping cost and speed (80%) and discount offers (71%).
• Seniors are less influenced by discount offers than other generations: 47% to 74%.
• Almost a quarter of online shoppers (23%) are influenced by social media recommendations.
• 42% online customers find recommendations from friends and family influential, twice the number who cite advertisements as influential when determining where to shop.
• Younger generations more receptive to advertising: Millennials and Gen X are twice as likely as older generations (27% vs. 14%) to be influenced by advertising.
• 23% of shoppers are influenced by social media recommendations/reviews.
• Online shoppers want products to be brought to life with images (78%) and product reviews (69%).
• Female respondents cited that they enjoy online shopping (51% vs. 37% of male respondents), invest more time (60% vs. 46% for male counterparts) to find the best deals and often search for coupon codes to get discounts (48% vs. 29% for males).
• 66% of online shoppers have decided not to buy an item because of shipping costs.
• 72% of females and 59% of males have decided to abandon their purchase because of shipping costs.
• 49% of cite not being able to touch, feel or try a product as one of their least favorite aspects of online shopping.
• 34% said difficult to return items and long delivery estimates were also a pain (indicating a desire for same-day delivery).
• 21% of Americans state that unattractive or hard-to-navigate websites is frustrating when buying online.
• 78% of online shoppers want more images from ecommerce sites.
• 69% of online shoppers want more reviews from ecommerce sites.
• 46% of online shoppers want more product comparisons from ecommerce sites.
• 42% of online shoppers want more testimonials from ecommerce sites.
• 30% of online shoppers want more video from ecommerce sites.
• 42% of online shoppers have made a purchase they later regret.
• Millennials are more likely to experience purchaser’s regret than any other generation (51% v 37%).
• 21% of Americans have accidentally bought something they didn’t want.
• More than half of Millennial and Gen Xers (55%) have overspent when shopping online, while just under two in five (38%) of baby boomers and seniors have done the same.
• 48% of online shoppers have bought or spent more than planned when shopping online.

Social media as an influencing factor on conversion rates

As social commerce continues to grow, these trends are indicative of the massive potential for retailers to connect with shoppers on their favorite platforms.

• 30% of online shoppers say they would be likely to make a purchase from a social media network like Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter or Snapchat.
• 20% of online shoppers would be likely to make a purchase from Facebook.
• 17% of online shoppers would be likely to make a purchase from Pinterest.
• 14% of online shoppers would be likely to make a purchase from Instagram.
• 12% of online shoppers would be likely to make a purchase from Twitter.
• 10% of online shoppers would be likely to make a purchase from Snapchat.
• Men are more likely than women to make a purchase through Facebook (23% vs. 17%).
• Men are more likely than women to make a purchase through Instagram (18% vs. 11%).
• Men are more likely than women to make a purchase through Twitter (17% vs. 7%).
• Men are more likely than women to make a purchase through Snapchat (15% vs. 6%).
• 29% of online shoppers would be likely to follow a brand on Facebook.
• 21% of online shoppers would be likely to follow a brand on Pinterest.
• 21% of online shoppers would be likely to follow a brand on Instagram.
• 18% of online shoppers would be likely to follow a brand on Twitter.
• 13% of online shoppers would be likely to follow a brand on Snapchat.
• 20% of online shoppers would purchase an item a friend has included on their Pinterest board.
• 18% of shoppers would purchase an item a friend liked on Facebook.
• 21% of online shoppers would purchase an item featured in a brand’s Facebook post.
• 18% of online shoppers would purchase an item from a brand’s Pinterest board.
• 51% of Millennials would be likely to make a purchase over social media.
• 36% of Gen Xers would be likely to make a purchase over social media.
• 14% of Baby Boomers would be likely to make a purchase over social media.
• 3% of Seniors would be likely to make a purchase over social media.
• 29% of Millennials and Gen Xers would likely make a purchase through Facebook if given the option.
• 26% of Millennials and Gen Xers would likely make a purchase through Pinterest if given the option.

Online shopping in society

• 2 in 5 (40%) online shoppers say they couldn’t live without online shopping.
• Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers are more than twice as likely as seniors to say they couldn’t live without online shopping (43% to 20%).
• Online shoppers are nearly twice as likely to say they could not live without online shopping as they are to say they could not live without streaming music (40% to 21%).
• Online shoppers are 8x as likely to say they could not live without online shopping as they are to say they could not live without dating apps (40% to 8%).

Online store shopper characteristics and trends

• Shoppers on webstores enjoy shopping and visit a variety of retailers.
• Small/speciality online shoppers spend the majority of their budget elsewhere — a yearly average of $501 on marketplaces, $404 at omni-channel retailers and $233 at category specific online retailers.
• Those who have ever shopped at a small/speciality online retailer are more likely than the average shopper to say they enjoy shopping (55% to 45%).
• Average amount spent per year: $182.
• What webstore shoppers buy: Book, movies, music (15%), Clothing, shoes and accessories (27%), flowers and gifts (15%), Health and beauty products (19%).

With these stats it is pretty obvious that the future shopping  is going to depend heavily on online stores and hence it not only makes sense to buy online but also to offer products for sale online as well.

If you are reading this I congratulate you to reach the end and appreciate your time. Once again I will like to remind all my readers and online purchasers to register on my online store to receive updates on discounts and deals  regularly and to qualify for a Discount Coupon that can be used to purchase through my online store.

And yes as the stats reveal, Shipping costs are hefty so we have ensured all our US and Canadian customer get FREE SHIPPING with NO Minimums !

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Best Deals to Buy in July

Once again FAAM International would like to thank all the readers for taking the time to read our articles and to like them.


Now that the Father's Day sale is long over and the JULY 1st (For Canada) and JULY 4th (FOR US Customers) sales are about to be over. One must be wondering what are the best items to peek into in the remaining month of July to find a good deal.


So without any further delay we are providing a list some of the most obvious items that sell good in July and of course come with good deals in this month.


1) Tools:


The Father's Day sales from last month may be over, but July still sees some great prices for tools. If you aren't sure what to buy, check out our online store www.faamintl.com for great deals on tools in July. In general Discounts can vary up to 20%.


2) Home Decor:


As one may have noticed, summer in general and July specifically falls right in the middle of wedding season, which means that anything that can count as a wedding gift is offered on sale. So that means things like table linens, dinnerware, Jewelry, outdoor Patio Furniture and other decorative items are on sale this month.


At FAAM we offer a wide variety of these collections and as you may have guessed, there is  a discount offer on most of these items.


3) PC Games:


PC gamers are probably familiar with summer as the best time to buy, when online sales (like the Steam Summer Sale) are at their peak. Remember, though—Steam doesn't always have the lowest prices, so shop around. If you play console games, the best you can do is usually wait until your desired games go on sale, usually a few months after they've been released.


4) Bikes & Camping Equipment


With the summer travel season half done, outdoor gear goes on sale. Buy now and you'll get some enjoyment out of it before you have to pack it away for the winter. checkout our Sports and Fitness section at FAAM International and you will not be disappointed.


5) Small Electronics: 
Electronics is a hot item which is on Sale in July. Big-box retailers will be celebrating major sales later this month, and since Christmas in July has become such a major retail event, they’ll be working hard at being as competitive as possible. As a result, small electronics like speakers, cameras, and more will be on deep discount in this month.


Although the list can go on an on, but the intent is not to overwhelm you with items  on sale. For a much bigger collection of  items on sale. Visit our online store www.faamintl.com.


Don't forget to register as that is the key to staying up to date with all the promotions and sales and you can get discount coupons from time to time to benefit from.


by


FAAM International
www.faamintl.com

Enjoying Fireworks Safely

FAAM Came across this article regarding safety related to Fireworks and Fire crackers and thought this would be a good article to share with all since we are approaching July 1st and then July 4th and both these dates involve a lot of fireworks.


This was originally published by Mikaela Delia.

The Red Cross has had their fourth of July safety tips for quite some time, and luckily they resurface at about this time each year. We all know they’re necessary- because like the title of this article suggests, fireworks, booze, and heat along with water sports, outdoor toys, etc. are typically all involved in the celebration. Ah, America, amirite?


So, read these and remember them even if you think you don’t need them. Because according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there are an average 230 fireworks-related injuries near and on the 4th of July. And although those firecrackers and sparklers are always fun, they account for about 40% of all firework accidents. 
Fireworks

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public fireworks show put on by professionals. Stay at least 500 feet away from the show. Many states outlaw most fireworks. If someone is setting fireworks off at home, they should follow these safety steps:

• Never give fireworks to small children, and always follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution.
• Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection.
• Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight “a dud.”
• Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.
• Never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials.
• Leave any area immediately where untrained amateurs are using fireworks.

FAAM International would like to wish HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY to all Canadians and Americans.


Do visit us online at www.faamintl.com and subscribe to our newsletter for updates and discount offers. We do have a   Independence Day sale going on currently which offers a 25% discount on all our products until July 4th.

150 Year Celebration on Canada Day !!

Hello,

As Always, FAAM would like to thank all their valued customers who have been following our posts regularly and supporting us by using our Online store for purchasing products.

As we  are approaching the end of the month of June. The excitement of celebrating Independence Day is increasing day by day and the joy is gaining passion.

And rightfully so, the Energy and excitement is driven by the fact that Canada is growing 150 Years old on July 1st 2017. 

FAAM International is proud to be serving customers all across Canada and wants to join hands in celebrating this historic occasion with all Canadians by Offering a Flat 25% Discount on the Entire Store Collection !!

Celebrating 150 Years of Independence !!

Visit us online at www.FAAMINTL.com and shop at the convenience of your home or wherever you are. NO need to Rush for DOOR CRASHERS and to line up early outside the stores.

The Independence Day Sale starts at Midnight June 20th and Ends with the fireworks on July 1st.

Remember !!

The Discount applies at the time of checkout when you use Promo Code "JULY1"

By

FAAM International



10 Best Gift Ideas For Father's Day by FAAM

As Father's day is approaching each one of us start scratching their heads to think of what could be the best gift for Dad.


Below are some ideas presented from our online store www.faamintl.com that one can consider to buy. Plus there are currently discounts being offered that can help you save further. Plus we offer FREE SHIPPING to all over USA and CANADA to help you save even more !!


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The items and ideas presented below are just a few out of the 14000+ items that you can choose from.

 

 

1) Securityman Micro HD CAR CAMERA RECORDER with Built in Impact Sensor

 

This can be a perfect gift for your Father if your father is a car geek who loves driving or drives for work. It comes for $49.99 USD and is shipped FREE within US and CANADA.

 

Securityman Micro Hd Car Camera Recorder With Built-In Impact Sensor $49.99

FEATURES:

• This MicroHD camera has a 1.5" display
• HD video quality & real time recording @ 30fps
• Time & date stamp
• Lens viewing angle: 120deg
• Has zoom capabilities up to 4x original view
• Auto recording, video motion-detection recording & manual recording (video or snapshot) modes
• Smart impact-sensing recording cannot be overwritten & locks current & post-impact sensing video clips
• Records up to 168 min at 1080 Full HD on a 32GB microSD(TM) Card (not included)
• Auto overwrite when SD(TM) Card is full (for regular recording)
• Built-in microphone & speaker
• Records 30-sec, 3-min or 5-min continuous video clips
• Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 40 min of usage (recording)
• Includes suction-cup mounting bracket, 10ft 12V power cable, USB cable & 2 warning stickers

2) Soundstorm 6.5" Double-Din In-Dash Touchscreen Multimedia Player With Bluetooth

 

This again goes well with people who love driving while liking to have a lot of entertainment features at their figure tips. It comes for $263 USD. Although its a costly item but the features and the quality makes it worth. Moreover, with the Father's day promotion " Promo Code DAD" it will cost lesser and is shipped FREE within US and CANADA.

.Soundstorm 6.5" Double-Din In-Dash Touchscreen Multimedia Player With Bluetooth $263

 

Features:

• Double-DIN in-dash multimedia player
• 6.5" touchscreen
• Bluetooth(R) hands-free calling & A2DP audio streaming
• USB & SD(TM) Card inputs
• 3.5mm aux input
• Backup-camera input & trigger wire
• AM/FM digital tuner
• 80W x 4
• 3 pairs of RCA preamp outputs
• Includes wireless remote

 

 

 3) Boss Audio Ceiling-Mount Monitor With Dvd Player, Ir & Fm Transmitters, 3 Interchangeable Housings & Headphones (12.1")       

 

 A perfect Entertainment tool for the entire family. Easy to Install and the 12" screen is definitely fun to watch while on the road. Regularly Priced at $376 USD. However, with the Father's day promotion " Promo Code DAD" it will cost lesser and is shipped FREE within US and CANADA.

Boss Audio Ceiling-Mount Monitor With Dvd Player, Ir & Fm Transmitters, 3 Interchangeable Housings & Headphones (12.1") $376

 

 

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  Flip-down, widescreen swivel 12.1"
• monitor with DVD player
• 1280 x 800 resolution
• DVD/CD/MP4/MP3 playback
• Dome light
• USB & SD(TM) Card inputs
• Headphone output
• 3.5mm input
• 2 RCA A/V inputs
• HD digital input
• A/V output
• IR transmitter
• FM modulator
• Includes wireless remote,
• 2 dual-channel headphones & 
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4) Supersonic Digital Tv Coverter Box    

 

 

For Dads who love TV and related media and like integrating old and new technologies. This is a good gift to send your Dad's way this Father's Day. It regularly costs $59.99 USD but with Father's Day discounts it would be deal worth considering.   On top of that it will be shipped FREE within USA and CANADA.

Supersonic Digital TV Converter box $59.99

Features:

• Converts over-the-air digital television signals for use with older standard-definition 480i resolution TVs
• Supports Full HD 1080p
• 480p, 720p, 1080i & 1080p output display resolution
• Receives free over-the-air digital TV signals
• Full ATSC compliant
• On-screen electronic program guide support
• Supports closed captioning
• 4:3 & 16:9 aspect ratios
• Parental lock function
• Auto & manual scan finds all digital broadcasts
• Coaxial antenna signal & USB inputs
• HDMI(R) & RCA outputs
• Includes remote with batteries & A/V cables

 

5) Supersonic 13.3" Android 5.1 Octa-Core 1.8Ghz Tablet

 

There is no better gift for Dad than to provide him with Entertainment on the GO. This tablet is a good option for Dad's who either don't own a tablet yet or for those who have one but it needs a replacement. Priced regularly at $349.99USD but can be purchased on discount using Promo Code "DAD". Not to mention Shipping will be FREE for USA and CANADA.

 

Supersonic 13.3" Android 5.1 Octa-Core 1.8Ghz Tablet $349.99

 

Features:

 

• 13.3" Screen
• capacitive touchscreen display
• Android(TM) 5.1
• 1920 x 1080
• 1.8GHz octa-core processor
• Bluetooth(R) compatibility
• 802.11b/g/n
• Built-in 8GB storage & 2GB RAM memory
• microSD(TM) Card storage up to 32GB
• Rechargeable lithium battery

6) Mobile Edge 16" Corporate Notebook Briefcase

 

 One of the best gifts for DAD are these briefcases that turn out to be handy when going to work and have a reputation of  long lasting. Priced at $79.99 USD these are considered as a gift that will get a lot of appreciation from Dad. Using Promo Code DAD means savings yet we offer FREE Shipping to all our customer across USA and CANADA.

 

Mobile Edge 16" Corporate Notebook Briefcase $79.99

 

 Features:

 

• Fits notebooks, tablet & Ultrabook(TM) with up to 16"screens
• 3 quick-access exterior accessory pockets for AC adapter, cables, smartphone, etc.
• Zip-down workstation for organization
• Accordion file section for work papers & magazines
• Trolley strap for use with rolling luggage
• Adjustable & padded shoulder strap
• 1680D ballistic nylon exterior
• Lifetime warranty
• Dim: 12"
• H x 16.5"
• W x 7"

Mobile Edge 16" Corporate Notebook Briefcase $79.99

 

 

 

7) Directed Installation Essentials Viper 2-Way Lcd Remote

Coming back to Auto accessories basically. But this deal is worth considering. A 2 way Viper LCD starter  remote. Listed for $249.99 USD Only !! Plus you get father's Day discounts. Plus we give FREE Shipping to USA and CANADA. Now that does make it a exclusive offer.

 

Directed Installation Essentials Viper 2-Way Lcd Remote $249.99

Features:

 

•  Replacement LCD remote for select Viper(R) security & remote-start systems
• Rechargeable
• Up to 1-mile range
• Compatible with models 3606V, 3706V, 4606V, 4706V, 5606V & 5706V  

 

 

 

8) Pi Neo By Givenchy After Shave 3.4 Oz 

 

 Fragrances have been and evergreen gift item be it men or women. For Dad's who love to scent up the room with their best fragrances, This is a intelligent choice.

From Givenchy, and inspired by the movie the Matrix, this multi dimensional Woody masculine fragrance is futuristic and adventurous with notes of Toscanol, Myrtle, Patchouli, Mandarin, Bergamot, Myrrh, Cedar. Designed For Men

This product is the original, authentic name brand and NOT a knockoff or imitation.

Offered for $50 USD which means with Father's day Discount it will be a once in a while deal to benefit from. Yet we offer FREE Shipping at your Doorstep anywhere in USA and CANADA.

Pi Neo By Givenchy After Shave 3.4 Oz  $50

 

 

 

 9) Conair All-In-1 Men's Grooming Tool

 This is  anAll-in-1 gift set when it comes to men grooming.

1,600W hair dryer with 2 speed/heat settings with folding handle & dual voltage
All-purpose 20mm trimmer attachment and  Full size deluxe travel bag with styling brush & comb makes it a decent Father's Day gift at a very convenient price of $36.99 USD. And that is all you pay as we pay the Shipping for you anywhere in USA and CANADA.

Conair All-In-1 Men's Grooming Tool $36.99

 

 

 10) Tool Shop In A Box Set       

 

 

 Of course we could not have ended the list without offering tools on Father's Day.

From car repairs to home improvements, this carry case features a full arsenal of tools to take on any task. An absolute must for any handyman - who likes to have the right tool for every job no matter where or when! This is a must buy for all the hands on Dads as they are really going to love this.

Set includes: sockets, ratchet handle, extension bar, spark plug adapter, hex key wrench, combo wrench, long nose pliers, diagonal pliers, adjustable wrench, screwdriver, bits, tester, feeler gauge, and more.  

Offered at $109.95 USD but "DAD" is going  to save you some good bucks and yet it gets shipped FREE to USA and CANADA.

Tool Shop In A Box Set $109.95



Tool Shop In A Box Set $109.95

 

 

I hope these ideas would have provided you some food for thought as to what to buy for the upcoming Father's Day.

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Hazards While Working in the Kitchen

Firstly on behalf of FAAM International,  I would like to thank you for visiting this article.
 
I may not be talking about Restaurants and Industrial Kitchens in this post as there are certain rules and safety protocols that are implemented and followed in commercial kitchens in general.


Rather the focus is on our domestic kitchens which can be equally as dangerous as any commercial kitchen can be. Therefore, the intent of this post is to emphasize on the importance of safety at home.


Lets first look at some of the most common factors that can result in a hazard or incident in our kitchens.


1) Slips Trips and Falls
2) Utensils and Dress code 
3) Children and pets
4) Confined Space
5) Hot Objects and Fire
6) Overstocking








1) Slips Trips and Falls




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Slippery floor is a very common occurrence in a kitchen due to various reasons. Toys lying on the floor, kids crawling between your legs, or pets wagging their tails and licking your hands while you are trying to cook could be contributing factors. Even floor mats that have no grips are a common cause of slips and trips.

Safeguard against slippery floors can be done by keeping floors clean and uncluttered and, where necessary, using slip resistant mats and or wearing slip resistance slippers. Choosing a floor cleaning chemical with good grease-removal and slip-resistance properties is often helpful. Although challenging to do but cleaning a spill as soon as it occurs  is extremely important.

I have seen some people use barricades around their kitchen entrances or at least near the cooking range to prevent kids and pets from interfering while the focus is on cooking. However, on a cautionary note, be careful no to create a tripping hazard by these barricades.

2) Utensils and Dress Code




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The type of pots and pans used, the capability of the lids to seal properly to avoid spills and the kind of dress worn while cooking matter a lot when it comes to safety. Many accidents may be prevented by using proper equipment and attire in the Kitchen.



Cooking in your boxers or bra and panties only is not a wise thing to do even though that would be convenient to do. Recommendations are to use long sleeves to reduce burns but make sure the sleeves are not too loose to catch fire while you are stirring the pan nor are they loose to catch on to hooks and corners. Heavy pans are also recommended for increased stability and fewer spills.



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When it comes to utensils, knife handling is another area to pay attention to - Take time to train yourself on proper knife handling specially when you work with a newer knife that you are not that used to. Keep your knives sharp, handles secure and store with the blades covered. It is funny that a sharp knife is considered dangerous however in reality a sharp knife requires less pressure to cut and hence turns out to be more stable and safer as the chances of it slipping off and damaging some  thing else due to the force applied are lesser.

3) Children and pets

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One might not realize but the most probabilistic hazard in a kitchen can be children and pets. With the open concept homes that most of us own now this hazard is even higher as you can experience flying objects into the kitchen, on the stove and at times into the pans. The visualization of Kids jumping around the kitchen area makes me shiver a bit. The same goes to pets as well. The best approach that some of my friends and family members take is to complete cooking early morning while the kids are still sleeping or get it done while they are at school. Other precautions would be to engage the kids into a healthy learning activity that will divert their attention from converting the kitchen area into a play ground. using barricades is another approach that some parents take. Use whichever suits you and your kids or pets best.

4) Confined Space

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Not much need to be said about this except that if you are a utensil lover who has every kind of spoon, dish, pan, fork and glass. The chances are that you will be struggling for space no matter how big your kitchen is. Need not say the pantry will be overstocked as well which will come later. No matter how big or small  the collection is in reality only a few of these precious items will be used at any given time for any given cooking. Hence the best approach would be to get rid of all the unwanted items from the counter tops and tables. Common sense !! yeah sure. Another trick that some use is to keep the Dish washer empty so that it turns out handy to load up stuff into the dish washer directly as it gets used rather than clogging  the kitchen sink.

5) Hot Objects and Fire

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With the word Kitchen, the first thing that comes into mind is Hot and Fire. Proper hand gloves are a must when handling hot pots and pans. this is where full sleeves are helpful too. One thing that typically gets ignored though are the eyes. One should use proper covering for the eyes to avoid excessive eye dryness due to heat or stuff splashing into the eyes. Again all the precautions mentioned above contribute to better safety with heat and fire. don't clutter your range top with too many pots as this generally results in a burn.  

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Follow these housekeeping rules to help prevent kitchen fires:

• Never leave dish rags or aprons near a hot surface.
• Never leave stoves or other equipment unattended when in use.
• Clean range hoods and stoves on schedule to help reduce build-up.
• Don't overload electrical outlets.
• Don't force three-pronged cords into two-prong outlets.
• Don't use equipment with a frayed cord or bent prongs.
• Don't use equipment that smokes, sparks or otherwise arouses suspicion.

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6) Overstocking

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Last but not the least, overstocking of items in the cabinets specially the overhead ones is a setup for a hazard. Stuff falling off when the pantry door is opened or when one items is lifted from the shelves is going to trigger an avalanche which can be dangerous at times. As the general rule heavy stuff should always be stored either on the ground or on the lower racks in the pantry. Same goes with the cabinets. well marked boxes and containers is a good practice as it helps to identify what is in the stocks and where is it located .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Although, there can be many other hazards that one could add but the intent of the article was to highlight the most common ones and provide some basic and simple to adopt recommendations and preventive measures.

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Other than the safety tips provided we do sell a collection of kitchen utensils and home décor items on our online store at great prices. If you noticed, some of the items are displayed throughout the article as well.

Do visit us online at www.FAAMIntl.com to check our kitchen collection and discounts plus we offer FREE shipping anywhere across USA and Canada.

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