Worcestershire County Council said it was now replacing broken and stolen drain covers with non-metallic ones.

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The category of other materials, which includes all non-metallic finishes, saw volumes rise to nearly 8 million units (up 18.8 percent).

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To even reasonably run a scientific test, the iPhone should have been sitting on a non-metallic pedestal inside an anechoic chamber.

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If metals or non-metals are added to the plasma at this stage, the coating can be made to act like a metallic or non-metallic compound or anything in between.

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"Advanced imaging technology enhances security by safely screening passengers for metallic and non-metallic threats including weapons, explosives and other objects concealed under layers of clothing without physical contact, " Soule said.

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Planes already use metallic foam in non-load-bearing parts, to reduce weight.

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Using NCVM (Non-Conductive Vapor Metallization) technology, an innovative coating process that produces a colorful metallic veneer, LG Aurora notebooks have a pellucid, glossy exterior that provides genuine value to customers through improved scratch resistance and a strengthened cover.

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