On April 17, a reporter learned from the Shanxi Coke Industry Association that several major coking companies in Shanxi have recently sent out notices to their clients, announcing a price increase of 40 yuan per ton of coke starting immediately. A representative from the association stated, "The price hike is necessary. We will support this move, and I believe more coking enterprises will join this collective effort." Shanxi is one of China's largest coke-producing provinces. Last year, its coke output exceeded 80 million tons, with exports reaching 12 million tons. This accounted for 40% of the country’s total coke production and 80% of its exports. Internationally, Shanxi coke made up about 50% of global trade volume. However, by the first half of 2005, the market shifted from a seller’s to a buyer’s market, leading to overcapacity and falling prices. By the second half of 2005, coal prices had dropped below the cost line, with losses of around 100 to 200 yuan per ton. On the international market, Shanxi coke prices fell sharply from about $400 per ton to $120 per ton, resulting in losses of approximately $50 per ton. This year has brought even greater challenges for the Shanxi coke industry, as it faces rising coal prices and plummeting coke prices, leading to widespread losses among coking enterprises. Industry experts suggest that current conditions in Shanxi make a price increase feasible. First, numerous small, illegal coke producers have been shut down, significantly reducing the problem of unregulated "soil coke" production. Second, in June last year, 243 affiliated coke companies signed self-regulation agreements, leading to extended coking times and a reduction in production by over 25%. Additionally, 172 illegal projects were closed, helping control overall output. As a result, port stockpiles of coke have decreased, and the oversupply situation has improved. Third, steel prices in China have risen since early March, with coke accounting for over 30% of steel production costs, providing further support for higher coke prices. Finally, companies like Shanxi Coking and Chemical Co., Ltd. have realized the need for a stronger, unified sales strategy to better withstand market fluctuations. The Shanxi Coke Industry Association has announced it will implement measures to support this joint price increase, aiming to stabilize the market and protect the interests of its members.

Bicycle Grip

Bicycle Grip is one of the most easy to replacement accessories on the Bike, it can increase the friction between the handle bar and the rider hand to help control the direction, especially in the off-road surroundings. Bike Grips are available in different materials. There are 4 common materials Handle Grips on the market now.

PVC Grip: relatively cheap but poor low temperature resistance, will lose elasticity after long-term use.

Rubber Bike Grip: Has good abrasion resistance, long service life and light weight.But it`s difficult to recycle materials, not very environmentally friendly.

Sponge Grip: It is good shock absorption and water resistance. But hard to assembly and disassembly, and the fit between the cover and handlebars is not tight, which is a safety hazard when using.

Silicone material: The grip fit tightly with handlebar, good safety, soft feel and good shock absorption. The disadvantages are also obvious, particularly difficult to installation and disassemble, pure silicone material handlebar non-slip effect is not good enough, especially when wet, more likely to hand slip.

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