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Where We Are, and What Comes Next
A lot has happened since the boat show in Mawei. Here is where Alizé stands...
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Five Days in Mawei: Recapping the Fuzhou International Boat Show
We spent five days at the Fuzhou International Boat Show in Mawei as the only...
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Back to Mawei- Alizé at the Fuzhou International Boat Show
Years ago I was a young researcher at the Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, working...
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The Podcast That Let Us Tell Our Story
Last year the Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce invited us onto its podcast, and it...
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Why Outdoor Electronics Fail — And What We Did Differently | Alizé Umbrella
Most outdoor electronics don't fail because they're cheap — they fail because they were designed...
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Are Any Patio Umbrellas Made in the USA? Here's What to Know
Most patio umbrellas sold in the US are manufactured overseas. Finding one genuinely made in...
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Custom and Branded Outdoor Umbrellas: The Commercial Buyer's Guide
A branded outdoor umbrella does two things at once — it provides shade and puts...
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Freestanding vs In-Ground Cantilever Umbrella: Which Is Right for You?
The cantilever umbrella you choose matters — but so does how you install it. Freestanding...
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We Set Off Smoke Bombs Under Our Patio Umbrella to Visualize Airflow
No other patio umbrella has built-in fans -- which means no one has ever had...
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Luxury Outdoor Umbrellas: What Separates Premium from Average
Most outdoor umbrellas look similar in a product photo. The difference only becomes clear after...
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Alizé Fan Umbrella Survives Beaufort Scale 7 Winds — Wind Tunnel Tested
Most patio umbrellas carry no wind rating. We took ours to a certified wind tunnel...
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The Complete Guide to Outdoor Electronics: Ratings, Testing, and What Actually Lasts | Alizé Umbrella
IP ratings, moisture, heat cycling, UV degradation, certifications, real-world testing, and what to ask before...
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