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Two Civil Air Patrol squadron buildings in the Phoenix area are scheduled to become temporary American Red Cross blood donation centers beginning on April 15 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Red Cross approached CAP for help when schools, churches and other donation venues closed because of the novel coronavirus.
“Supporting the Red Cross is an ongoing mission for Civil Air Patrol—in this role serving as the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force,” said Lt. Col. Bob Ditch. “Over the past three years, CAP members, along with their families and friends, have hosted the donation of more than 500 units of blood through CAP’s Operation Pulse Lift.”
Two donation drives are scheduled at two Civil Air Patrol facilities:
- Wednesday, April 15, 388th Composite Squadron, 6575 N Glen Harbor Blvd., Hangar 14, Glendale, 2-7 pm.
- Saturday, April 25, Falcon Composite Squadron, 4730 E. Falcon Drive, Mesa, 9 am – 2 pm
Donors should schedule appointments in advance at the American Red Cross website. The sponsor designation to sign up for these locations is “CAP.” The blood drive at the Falcon Squadron is already fully reserved but the hours may be extended for more donors. Additional dates and locations will be announced as needed.
“Most of our squadrons meet in buildings owned by the cities where they are located,” said Col. Rob Pinckard, Arizona Wing commander. “We are grateful to our partners in the cities of Glendale and Mesa for quickly granting permission for us to use our buildings for this lifesaving mission.”
As a Total Force partner and the official auxiliary of the Air Force, Civil Air Patrol is aligned with First Air Force to rapidly respond to non-military threats domestically when tasked in a Defense Support of Civil Authorities capacity to save lives, relieve suffering, prevent property damage and provide humanitarian assistance. Partnering with the Red Cross and other state and local agencies as needed is a key role for CAP.


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Dianthus, or Pinks, have been cottage-garden staples since there have been cottages to have gardens around. These kissing cousins of the Carnation are equally as beautiful and scented, catching the eye in the garden as well as the nose.
Bumbleberry Pie Dianthus is from the new line of hybrids out of the United Kingdom's most prestigious breeder of Garden Pinks. They have starred at the Oscar's of the horticultural scene - the RHS Chelsea Flower Show - and have won the high honor of the RHS Award of Garden Merit. But those are just a couple of the reasons to love this new introduction. Let us give you a few more:
- Extra-large single blooms in a saturated rose-pink with a vivid hot-pink center
- Sturdy, long stems don't flop from the weight of the flower
- Perfect for cutting with a long vase life
- Great for containers, borders and beds
- Both cold and drought tolerant
- Excellent garden performance all the way to zone 5 (-20 degrees)
Whether your garden is cottage, rustic or very modern, this clean perennial flower will shine in your landscape. The flowers are edible, so work it into your vegetable garden. They are fantastic for picking, so put a few in your cutting garden. They look great en masse, so try a big bed of them. Their silver foliage looks great with evergreens.
Bumbleberry Pie Dianthus is a new flower that you need in your garden this year. Don't wait until we sell out!
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
|Young Plants to 18 Months|
|2"x2"x3"||Ranges from||.18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume|
|4.5" Container||Equal to||.65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume|
|Sprinter Pot||Equal to||.63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume|
|4" Container||Ranges from||.31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume|
|6" Container||Equal to||1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume|
|1 Quart||Equal to||1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume|
|5.5" Container||Equal to||1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume|
|4"x4"x5"||Ranges from||.8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume|
|4"x4"x6"||Ranges from||1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume|
|4"x4"x9"||Ranges from||1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume|
|4"x4"x10"||Ranges from||1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume|
|Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old|
|2 Quart||Equal to||2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume|
|#1 Container||Ranges from||2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume|
|5"x5"x12"||Equal to||3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume|
|Plants 2 - 4 Years Old|
|#2 Container||Ranges from||1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume|
|#3 Container||Ranges from||2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume|
|Plants 3 - 5 Years Old|
|#5 Container||Ranges from||2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume|
|#7 Container||Ranges from||5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume|
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|Brand||Nature Hills' Choice|
|Botanical Name||Dianthus x 'American Pie™ Bumbleberry Pie’|
|Mature Height||10 - 12 inches|
|Mature Spread||0 - 1 feet|
|Sun Exposure||Full Sun|
|Soil Type||Most soils, must be well drained|
|Moisture||Water carefully to establish and then as needed during dry spells.|
|Flower Color||Pink, dark pink|

domain: hobby


By Larry Floersch
So, I was sitting there the other day contemplating the existential implications of Søren Kierkegaard’s magnum opus Either/Or when I heard a news report on TV that the mouse population is booming this year.
That caught my attention. I consider one mouse in my house to be a population boom. The thought of herds of them roaming the halls is more than I can handle.
Biologists say the boom is because of an abundance of seeds, but being a person who loves B-grade sci-fi films such as Night of the Lepus, in which rabbits that had undergone genetic alterations grew to the size of Winnebago motorhomes and attacked 18-wheelers hauling lettuce from fields in Arizona, I tend to think this population explosion of mice is being caused by something in the water or maybe the closure of the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant. So far, there have been no reports of mice the size of Volkswagen beetles. So far.
In my experience, your average mouse has the intelligence and sense of humor of a college freshman. I know this because of my deck shoes. A few years back I went into our entryway to slip into my favorite deck shoes, but there was no room for my feet. The toe box of each shoe had been stuffed with lentils. I had fallen for a variant of one of the oldest freshman dormitory pranks in existence. In effect, I had been “short-sheeted, er, short-shoed” by a mouse. I swear that, from inside the wall, I could hear the high-pitched giggles of the culprit and his friends rolling over each other in laughter like Chip and Dale.
The source of the lentils was traced to a plastic bag in the pantry, which had been gnawed open, so I made plans to go to the hardware store to purchase a supply of old-fashioned mouse traps, the kind with a spring and a wire bail that whacks the mouse across the neck and has a trigger mechanism into which you poke some cheese, bacon, or peanut butter to lure the mice to their demise. Having the mentality of college freshmen, mice crave those foods more than seeds.
Wiser members of my household counseled me to protect my karma. At the hardware store, I found something modern that promised to drive the mice from the entire county. It was an electronic device that supposedly produced a sound that only mice can hear and find unbearable. I plugged it into an outlet on the kitchen counter and waited for the mice to flee. Judging from the crumbs, confetti, and tiny paper hats littered beneath it the next morning, I could only assume a mouse with geek skills had rewired the device into a boom box, and it and its friends had partied all night, streaming music only they could hear.
I then bought some California-style traps that capture the mice so they can be released at a distant location to live out their days at someone else’s house. These traps were made of plastic and looked like miniature versions of those rectangular steel boxes biologists use to catch grizzly bears, which they bait with backpackers. The idea behind the trap was that when the mouse ran into the box to get the bait, the trap would tip on an axis point and release a door behind the mouse to prevent it from leaving.
The traps worked well enough, but the captured mice, being clever and, like all college freshmen, really into music with a heavy beat, quickly learned that if they moved back and forth in the plastic box in a tango-like fashion, it would produce a loud “CLICK” and “CLACK” sound on the wooden floor as the box rocked back and forth. Multiply that noise by three or four traps in a quiet house at 4 am and you get the picture. Once again, I could hear muffled high-pitched giggling. But my karma was intact.
How then, to control the burgeoning mouse population? I have two proposals, but both will require diversion of some of the funds intended for Trump’s border wall.
The first proposal appeals to the common sense and intelligence of mice. Given the current economy and the fact that mice reproduce so quickly, adult mice who have outgrown dormitory humor must know that if these population trends continue, their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren will be forced to live with them until they pay off their student loans and save enough for homes of their own. Therefore, the government should make funds available to the Church & Dwight Company to produce tiny mouse-sized condoms. These would be distributed free of charge to all mice that want them so they can plan when and if to have offspring.
I know there are those of you out there who are opposed to the government spending money on family planning of any kind, even though it would be in the national interest. So my second proposal would appeal to the college freshman mentality and dietary preferences of mice and takes its cue from The Night of the Lepus. My recollection is fuzzy, but I think in that film the world was saved when the giant rabbits ate romaine that came from a farm near Yuma and died of E. coli poisoning.
Under my second proposal, instead of spending government funds on family planning, we buy the mice all the cheese, bacon, and peanut butter they can eat. Then we just sit back and wait. Pretty soon they will start dropping dead of cancer, heart attacks, and strokes. But our karma will be intact.


|Publication number||US5083710 A|
|Application number||US 07/241,040|
|Publication date||Jan 28, 1992|
|Filing date||Sep 6, 1988|
|Priority date||Sep 6, 1988|
|Also published as||WO1990002698A1|
|Publication number||07241040, 241040, US 5083710 A, US 5083710A, US-A-5083710, US5083710 A, US5083710A|
|Inventors||Kevin McLoughlin, Walter Rice|
|Original Assignee||Oxy-Dry Corporation|
|Export Citation||BiBTeX, EndNote, RefMan|
|Patent Citations (15), Non-Patent Citations (2), Referenced by (16), Classifications (13), Legal Events (6)|
|External Links: USPTO, USPTO Assignment, Espacenet|
The present invention relates generally to powder sprayers which have particular utility in printing presses, and more particularly, to an automatic powder supply system for such sprayers.
Roller type powder sprayers are commonly employed in printing operations for directing powder onto printed sheets prior to delivery to a stacking station in order to maintain sheet separation and prevent offset. Such roller type sprayers typically comprise a box-like, powder-containing housing having an elongated discharge opening in the bottom thereof within which an elongated roller having a relieved outer surface is rotatably disposed. As the roller is rotated, doctor blades or closely adjacent walls of the sprayer housing which define the discharge opening permit only a metered quantity of powder, as contained within the relieved areas of the roller, to be carried to a discharge zone outside the housing. Electrostatic means commonly is employed to facilitate complete removal of powder from the roller at the discharge zone.
Heretofore, problems have been incurred in maintaining a supply of powder to the sprayer housing. Conventionally, mechanically operated chains have been employed for conveying powder from a powder supply hopper to the sprayer housing. Such chains typically are directed through tubular members connecting the supply hopper and sprayer housing in order to guard against the discharge of the powder into the atmosphere. A drawback of such chain-type conveyers has been that they usually require the storage hopper to be located with the discharge end thereof substantially level with the the sprayer housing. This necessitates the inlet of the supply hopper being located at such a high elevation as to make it cumbersome to refill. Moreover, powder tends to accumulate on the chain, and after prolonged use, can create clogged conditions within the tubular members communicating between the supply hopper and the sprayer housing so as to impede operation of the sprayer. Further operational problems occur if the sprayer housing overfills, including the undesirable discharge of powder into the environment around the sprayer. Uneven filling of the sprayer housing also can result in the non-uniform discharge from the sprayer.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a system adapted for the automatic, more reliable supply of powder to sprayers in printing operations.
Another object is to provide a powder supply system that is operable for supplying powder from a supply hopper to a sprayer housing without clogging and which more reliably prevents accidental discharge of powder into the atmosphere. A related object is to provide such a powder supply system which is adapted to prevent overfilling of the sprayer housing.
A further object is to provide a powder supply system as characterized above which effects more even filling of the sprayer housing, and hence, more uniform powder distribution from the sprayer.
Still another object is to provide a powder supply system of the above kind in which the intervals and length of automatic operation can be easily selectively established. A related object is to provide such a powder supply system in which the intervals of automatic operation are governed by the operating time of the sprayer so as to prevent overfilling of the sprayer housing during periods of non-use of the sprayer.
Yet a further object is to provide a powder supply system as characterized above in which a powder supply hopper may be located remotely and at a different elevation than the sprayer so as to facilitate access to and refilling.
Other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon reference to the drawings, in which:
FIG. 1 is a perspective of the delivery end of a printing press having a powder sprayer with powder supply system in accordance with the present invention;
FIGS. 2 and 3 are enlarged opposite end views of the powder supply system, shown with portions broken away;
FIG. 4 is a top view of the powder supply shown in FIGS. 2 and 3;
FIG. 5 is a side elevational view of the powder supply system, shown partially broken away;
FIG. 6 is an enlarged fragmentary section of the powder supply hopper and agitator, taken in the plane of line 6--6 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 7 is an enlarged fragmentary section of the air directing venturi in the supply conduit of the powder supply system, taken in the plane of line 7--7 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 8 is an enlarged fragmentary section of the air directing venturi in the return conduit of the powder supply system, taken in the plane of line 8--8 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 9 is a diagrammatic illustration of the operation of the sprayer and powder supply system;
FIG. 10 is an enlarged horizontal section of the sprayer, taken in the plane of line 10--10 in FIG. 1;
FIG. 10a is an enlarged fragmentary section taken in the plane of line 10a--10a in FIG. 10;
FIG. 11 is an enlarged vertical section of the sprayer taken in the plane of line 11--11 in FIG. 1; and
FIG. 12 is an electrical circuit diagram of the powder supply system.
While the invention is susceptible modifications and alternative constructions, a certain illustrated embodiment thereof has been shown in the drawings and will be described below in detail. It should be understood, however, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention.
Referring now more particularly to FIG. 1 of the drawings, there is shown the inclined delivery end of a printing press 10 having a powder sprayer 11 with a powder supply system 12 in accordance with the present invention. The printing press 10 may be of any conventional type, in this case having a sheet delivery system which comprises a chain conveyer 14 with a plurality of sheet grippers for successively transferring printed sheets 15 below the sprayer 11 where powder is directed onto the sheets so as to maintain spacing and prevent offset when stacked at a delivery station.
The illustrated sprayer 11 has an elongated, powder-containing box-like housing 16 which has a trough shaped bottom formed by doctor blades 18, 19 which define an elongated bottom discharge opening within which a metering roller 20 is rotatably mounted (FIG. 11). The sprayer housing 16 has a removable cover 21 which may be pivotally mounted along one side thereof to permit access to the interior of the housing for inspecting the quantity of powder contained therein prior to startup. For driving the metering roller, the metering roller 20 has an output shaft extending from one end thereof which carries a sprocket 22 that in turn is coupled to a chain 24 which may be driven by an appropriate electric motor, or alternatively connected to the drive of the printing press so as to be operated simultaneously with the press. The metering roller 20 may be of a known type having an outer periphery formed with relieved areas.
As is known in the art, upon rotation of the metering roller 20, the doctor blades 18, 19 which are disposed in closely adjacent relation to the outer periphery of the roller 20, permit only a metered quantity of powder, as contained within the relieved areas of the roller, to be carried through the discharge opening. To effect removal of the powder from the surface of roller after proceeding through the discharge opening, electrostatic means, is provided, which in this case includes a pair of tubular electrodes 25, 26 mounted in closely adjacent relation below opposite sides of the elongated discharge opening. The electrodes may be charged to relatively high voltages, such as on the order of 10,000 volts, so as to create a corona zone about the underside of the metering roller 20 which has the effect of blasting the powder from the relieved areas of the outer peripheral surface of the metering roller and preventing build up of powder on the housing about the discharge opening.
For providing a supply of powder to the sprayer housing 16, the powder supply system 12 includes a hopper 30 which may be located remotely from the sprayer housing 16, in this case being mounted adjacent one side thereof. The hopper 30 is contained within an outer housing 31 of the powder supply system 12, and for printing operations, preferably is sized to hold from twelve to sixty pounds of powder. The hopper 30 has a pivotably mounted lid 32 which may be opened to permit refilling of the hopper or inspection of the level of the powder within the hopper. A latch 34 is provided for securing the lid in closed position. The lid 32 preferably has an appropriate sealing gasket about its periphery so as to prevent the escape of powder from the hopper when operating. An agitator 36 is rotatably disposed in the bottom of the powder supply hopper for continuously stirring the powder during operation of the powder supply system 12. The agitator 36 has an elongated generally rectangular configuration extending substantially across the width of the hopper 30, and a drive shaft 38 rotatably mounted in a wall of the supply hopper, which is rotatably driven by an electric motor 39.
In accordance with the invention, the powder supply system is operable for automatically delivering powder to the sprayer housing in timed relation to the sprayer operation while simultaneously preventing overfilling of the sprayer housing. More particularly, first and second conduit means connect the powder supply hopper and housing and means are provided for generating a pressurized airflow in the first conduit for drawing powder from the hopper and directing it through the first conduit and into said housing, and means are provided for generating a pressurized airflow in the second conduit for drawing excess powder from the housing and directing it through the second conduit for return to the hopper. In the illustrated embodiment, a first or supply conduit 40 is provided which has an inlet 40a connected adjacent the bottom of the powder supply hopper 30 and an outlet 40b connected to an end of sprayer housing 16 adjacent the top thereof. A return conduit 41 is provided which has an inlet 41a also connected to the end of the sprayer housing 16 adjacent the top thereof and an outlet 41b connected to and communicating wit the top of the supply hopper 30. The conduits 40, 41 preferably are flexible tubular members of sufficient length to permit mounting of the supply hopper 30 at any convenient accessible location remote from the sprayer housing 16.
For generating the desired airflows within the supply and return conduits 40, 41 an airflow amplifying venturi tube 42 is mounted in the supply conduit 40 adjacent the inlet thereof and a second airflow amplifying venturi tube 44 is mounted in the return conduit 41 adjacent the outlet thereof. The venturi tubes 42, 44 may be of a known type, such as offered by AXD Service Ind. Corp., Trennent, N.J., under the trademark AER-X-DUST. The venturi tube 42 has a central passageway 45 communicating between upstream and downstream ends 45a, 45b thereof, respectively and a radially directed pressurized air inlet port 46 which is connected to a pressurized air supply line 48. The inlet port 46 communicates with an annular port 49 which in turn communicates with an annular orifice 50. Pressurized air is directed through the inlet port 46 and annular port 49 and is throttled through the annular orifice 50 at a high velocity in a downstream direction parallel to the axis of the venturi tube. A low pressure area is thereby created adjacent the upstream end 45a of the venturi tube, thus allowing atmospheric pressure to force ambient air into the upstream end of the central passage 45. This creates a high velocity airflow through the venturi tube, creating a suction pressure at the upstream end which draws in air and powder from the powder supply hopper 30 and forcefully directs it into and through the supply conduit 40.
The venturi tube 44 for the return conduit 41 is similar, but is reversely oriented with an outlet end 54a of a central passage 54 being directed toward the supply hopper 30 and the inlet end 54b coupled to the return line 41. The pressurized airflow through a radial inlet port 55 creates a high velocity airflow into the supply hopper 30 and a suction pressure within the return conduit 41 which communicates with the sprayer housing 16.
For supplying pressurized air to the venturi tubes 42, 44, a supply line 60 coupled to a pump or other outside pressurized air source communicates through a filter 61, which may be an air filter/water separator for removing both moisture and solid particles from the airflow. Preferably, the pressurized air supply should be capable of providing a minimum of 8 cfm at 80 psi. The air filter 61 is connected by a line 62 to a normally closed solenoid control valve 64 which in turn has a pair of output lines 48, 65 connected respectively to the venturi tube radial inlets 46, 55. Pressure regulators 70, 71 are connected in the lines 48, 65 respectively, for establishing a constant output of pressure through the venturi tubes, notwithstanding changes in the supply pressure or in the downstream flow requirements. The pressure regulators 70, 71 may be of a known selectively adjustable type, and to facilitate establishing the desired pressurized airflows, pressure gauges 72, 74 coupled to the respective lines 48, 65 are mounted in the housing 31.
In keeping with the invention, air flows within the supply and return conduits are selectively established so that a slightly greater airflow occurs in the return conduit 41 then in the supply conduit 40. Such condition not only insures the return of excess powder within the sprayer housing 16 so as to prevent overfilling, but also creates a slight negative pressure within the sprayer housing 16 to prevent escape of powder from the sprayer housing during a sprayer operation. To prevent a significant pressure build up within the supply housing 16, the top of the cover 32 is in the form of a grid 70 which defines a plurality of air discharge openings and a filter 71, which in this case is in the form of a rectangular block of sponge material, is mounted within the cover 32 on the underside of the grill. The filter 71 allows air to escape from the powder supply hopper 30 to relieve pressure build, while filtering out airborne powder.
For supplying a substantially uniform distribution of powder along the length of the sprayer housing 16 during a fill operation, the outlet 40b of the supply conduit 40 communicates with one end of the sprayer housing and the inlet 41a of the return conduit 41 communicates with an opposite end of the sprayer housing. In the illustrated embodiment, the outlet of the supply conduit 40 discharges into the end of the sprayer housing adjacent the location where the return conduit 41 is connected, and the return conduit 41 has a tubular extension 74 which extends the length of the sprayer housing 16 and has an inlet 74a adjacent the opposite end. The extension 74 preferably has its terminal end cut at an angle to the horizontal, such as on the order of 45°, so that the inlet 74a communicates in a generally upward direction and suction pressure within the return conduit 41 tends to draw air and powder in from the upper portion of the sprayer housing. Since the powder discharging from the supply conduit 40 enters at one end of the sprayer housing and the return line 41 communicates with the opposite end, it has been found that powder tends to be distributed substantially over the length of the sprayer housing, and thus, tends to insure more uniform discharge from the sprayer.
In carrying out another important aspect of the invention, control means is provided for periodically operating the powder supply system 12, based upon operating time of the sprayer 11, so as to prevent overfilling of the spraying housing 16 during periods of non-use of the sprayer. In the illustrated embodiment, as depicted in FIG. 9, power to the powder supply system 12, which may be a conventional 110 volt power source, is communicated through a fuse 80 and a switch 81 which is manually closed to activate the system. When the switch 81 is closed, power is fed to a normally open contact 82 of a control relay 84 which is activated by the power supply for the sprayer 11, such as the power supply to a motor for the metering roller 20. Upon operation of the sprayer, which typically is operated in unison with the press 10, the normally open contact 82 of the relay 84 is closed and power is fed to an electro-mechanical timer 85. The timer 85 is of a type which operates only when energized, and thus measures only the operating time of the sprayer 11. The timer 85, includes mechanical segments of trippers 86 which act to close a normally open contact 88 after a predetermined period of sprayer operation, thereby energizing and opening the normally closed solenoid 64 to the permit communication of pressurized air from the supply line 60 to the lines 48, 65 and supply and return conduit venturi tubes 42, 44, respectively, and to also energize the supply hopper agitator motor 39 and the indicator light 90 on the control panel indicating that the powder supply system 12 is in its filling cycle.
The timer 85 may be a quartz electro-mechanical time control switch having twenty four hour programming, such as manufactured by Dayton Electric Manufacturing Co., Chicago, Ill. Such timer has one hundred forty four captive segments 86 for minimum programming of ten minutes, so as to allow for custom programming of "fill" and "rest" cycles of the powder supply system 12 for selectively meeting the requirements of the sprayer 11. The segments 85 are arranged in a circumferential pattern about a clock 87, and by radially moving outwardly single segments at 120° intervals, the timer is adapted for mechanically closing the contact 88, and thus operate the powder supply system 12 for ten minutes every eight hours. By manually moving two adjacent segments outwardly at 120° intervals, as illustrated in FIG. 3, the timer will operate twenty minutes every eight hours. Likewise, moving segments to their outer position at 90° intervals, would operate the system at six hour intervals.
When the period set for the length of the fill cycle of the powder supply system 12 is completed, as determined by a number of adjacent segments 86 moved in their outer position, the segments 86 will release the contact 88 which will be returned to its normally open position. The solenoid valve 64 is thereupon de-energized, stopping the flow of air to the supply and return conduit venturi tubes 44, 48, the fill light 90 is de-energized, and a rest light 92 is energized, indicating that the power to the supply system is on, but that the powder supply system is in a rest condition. Since the timer 85 will operate only when the sprayer 11 is operating and the contact 82 is closed, it can be seen that the operation of the powder supply system 12 is based upon the operating time of the sprayer, rather than actual time, so that the "fill" and "rest" cycles of the powder supply system remain synchronized with the powder usage.
In operation of the powder supply system 12, the operator will first estimate the time required to fill the sprayer housing 16 and the frequency in which it must be refilled, which will depend upon the size of the housing and the operating speed of the sprayer 11. The timer segments 86 may be easily set to establish the desired intervals of operation and the length of intervals of operation. During a printing operation, after the requisite interval of operating time of the sprayer has passed, as measured by the timer 85, the switch 88 is closed to actuate the solenoid 64, and energize the motor 39 of the agitator to initiate the fill cycle. During the fill cycle, pressurized air is communicated through the supply line 60, air filter 61, solenoid 64, and lines 48, 65 communicating with the venturi tubes 42, 44 creating an airflow through the supply conduit 40 which draws powder from the supply hopper 30 and discharges it into the sprayer housing and an airflow through from the extension tube 74 of the return conduit 41 for drawing excess powder that may accumulate within the sprayer housing and directing it through the return conduit 41 to the supply hopper. Since the pressure regulators preferably set to provide a slightly greater airflow in the return line 41 than in the supply line 40, excess air directed into the supply hopper discharges through the lid filter 71. The intervals of operation and the length of operating time of the powder supply system may be easily changed through adjustment of the time 85 and adjustments in the pressure regulators 70, 71 may be made to provide optimum air and pressure conditions within the fill and return conduits for effecting uniform filling of the sprayer housing.
From the foregoing, it can be seen that since the powder supply system of the present invention is essentially a closed pneumatic system, which is operable for continually withdrawing excessive powder from the sprayer housing, the system can be more reliably operated without clogging or accidental discharge of powder into the atmosphere. The powder supply system also is adapted for more uniform filling of the sprayer housing, and hence, facilitates more uniform powder distribution from the sprayer. Since the automatic operation of the powder supply system is timed in relation to the sprayer on time, rather than actual time, the fill and rest cycles of the sprayer supply system are synchronized with the actual powder usage so as to prevent overfilling of the sprayer housing during periods of non-use of the sprayer. Moreover, since the fill and return conduits connecting the powder supply hopper and sprayer housing may be flexible plastic lines or the like, the powder supply hopper may be located remotely of the sprayer and at a different elevation so as to facilitate access to and refilling.
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According to new reports from Germany, the production version of the Smart #1 will make its debut in early April.
Nach unseren Informationen erfolgt die Weltpremiere für das neue smart #1 Modell nun bereits Anfang April, während die Auslieferungen erster Modelle noch im Dezember 2022 zu erwarten sind. Die Bestellfreigabe für das smart SUV Modell ist wohl spätestens Mitte des Jahres zu erwarten.echo...
According to our information, the world premiere for the new smart #1 model will take place at the beginning of April, while the first models are still expected to be delivered in December 2022. The order release for the smart SUV model can probably be expected by the middle of the year at the latest.
The new smart #1 model is the first variant of a new generation from the small car manufacturer, with the 4.29 meter long vehicle being produced in China for the first time. While the technology comes from cooperation partner Geely, the design continues to come from the Mercedes-Benz Group from Sindelfingen.
The #1 model comes with rear-wheel drive and an asynchronous machine (ASM) with over 200 hp. Two battery sizes up to more than 60 kWh and a maximum WLTP range of 430 kilometers are to be expected. A charging time of less than 30 minutes can be expected from 5 to 80%.


Force Protection's Wild Ride
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Force Protection (FRPT) is on a roll lately.
Shares have risen almost 50% over the last month as the Ladson, S.C., manufacturer vies for lucrative orders under the government's armored vehicle contract. But given the competition from deep-pocketed rivals such as Navistar (NAVZ) and British-based BAE Systems, even Force Protection fans have been bracing for a wild ride.
"Based on the fluidity of the Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected vehicle program, we continue to believe that FRPT will be one of the most volatile stocks in the defense industry over the next several quarters," Friedman Billings Ramsey analyst Patrick McCarthy cautioned earlier this month in raising his rating to outperform from market perform. "We expect the news flow to be significantly positive in the near-term, however."
Indeed, even bad news has been positive for Force Protection and its foes of late. They surmounted a potential roadblock in Congress late last week.On the face of it, the news was bad for the armored car makers. Sen. Joseph Biden -- one of MRAP's biggest supporters -- withdrew his request for $23.6 billion in additional funding for 23,000 MRAP vehicles like those made by Force Protection. Biden dropped the request after fellow senators questioned whether manufacturers could even produce so many vehicles. But tellingly, the senators opposing Biden's measure also made clear they would support a request for additional MRAP funds when they deem them necessary.
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The Raid: Redemption2012
by Scott Mendelson
It would be easy to write off The Raid: Redemption as merely a coldly mechanical genre exercise. Much of the film is basically one brutally violent action sequence after another, with only a bare minimum of plot and character to keep our rooting interest. That the action sequences are generally superb may not negate the fact that the film comes close to feeling less like a feature and more like a glorified demo reel for second-unit choreography. But writer/director Gareth Evans's film elicits a most unexpected reaction from the audience, one that allows us to take a rooting interest in those doing the killing and those being killed. Put simply, The Raid: Redemption is a genuinely scary film. The characters may be thin, and the majority of the plot is explained in the first ten minutes. But the film so viciously establishes the stakes that it is often more terrifying than exciting.
The plot is painfully simple. Several police officers conduct a siege of a large apartment building owned and operated by a major crime lord. But said kingpin is prepared, and a few false steps leads to a tidal-wave of heavily-armed assailants set on removing the 'infestation' from the building. As the desperate and out-numbered cops make their way up and down the various floors of the building, the intensity builds and their numbers decrease as the hallways fill with blood from both sides. The picture is fashioned less like a stereotypical action film and more like a relentless horror picture. And just as the best horror films have the audience generally rooting against that which we came to see (the violence and terror associated with the horror genre), The Raid so effectively establishes its scenario that it elicits a genuine fear of the very thing it's filled with.
The action may be 'cool' and well-staged, but the characters who partake in it, both cop and criminal, are often scared shitless. We see young out-of-their depth rookie cops coming face-to-face with likely violent death, and we see them sweat. And the 'bad guys' are often just as nervous as they load their pistols and relentlessly attack out of self-preservation. The action has a certain realism to it, not just because it is realistically graphic, but because the participants are every bit as desperate and afraid as you or I might be in such a situation. There are several sustained hand-to-hand combat sequences, and they all elicit genuine dread as the cops just have to keep fighting one nameless foe after another, knowing full well that if they lose they will die. This is not action about proving one's courage or 'manhood', but merely about not being the loser. Since we are immediately placed in their sympathetic shoes, we don't thrill to the action beats so much as dread them.
The picture is still a bit thin in regards to character, and it drags just a bit in its final act. But the film earns points for refusing to be merely a technical exercise. That empathy, that genuine desire to see these luckless cops make it out of the building alive, is what makes The Raid: Redemption more than just a glorified (stereotypical) video-game. Yes the action is varied and impressive, staged and edited for maximum clarity and coherence. But the key to the film's impact is that Evans places us in the shoes of the protagonists. We spend the film not cheering for 'awesome' action sequences, but hoping that confrontations won't occur and that these cops will survive to fight another day. The Raid: Redemption is a rarity: an action film that emphasizes not excitement but fear and dread.

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The brand new Mercedes AMG GT is now the subject of some aftermarket upgrades which have been signed by German Special Customs.
If you are looking forward to adding an AMG GT to your garage but you are feeling that this has to look more aggressive, than you will be glad to find out that the German supercar has been the center of attention to a tuning company, recently. The vehicle previewed by the two images posted below has received some new styling tweaks, which are making it look more aggressive.
From what we can notice, we should be mentioning the aerodynamic body kit, which includes the modified front and rear bumpers, the large rear wing, the revised side skirts, the front splitter, the revised front fenders, the ventilated hood or the carbon fiber tweaks. The same design is being continued in the rear too, where the four tailpipe exhaust system is incorporated into the aggressive rear diffuser.
German Special Customs hasn’t released any performance specifications on the sports car just yet so we are not sure at the moment whether this will be more powerful than the standard one. Speaking of the stock vehicle, we should remind you that it has a 4.0 liter twin turbo V8 engine under its hood, which is producing a total output of 462 HP (339 kW) and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque, in the AMG GT, or 510 HP (375 kW) and 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque, in the AMG GT S. No pricing details have been announced either.


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El Pollo Loco looks to add value to the menu with the launch of new $5 Fire-Grilled Combos at participating locations.
Each $5 Fire-Grilled Combo features the brand’s Loco’s signature citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken paired with chips and a drink for 5 bucks.
The new combos are available in the following five options:
- Chicken Taquitos with Guacamole: Three handmade taquitos with shredded ranchero chicken, fresh guacamole and pico de gallo, cilantro, and creamy cilantro dressing.
- New Chicken Nachos: Fire-grilled chicken, handmade guacamole, sour cream, creamy queso blanco, pinto beans, fresh pico de gallo, and tortilla chips with sea salt.
- New Tacos al Carbon: Three tacos with fire-grilled chicken, onions, and cilantro.
- Classic Chicken Burrito: Shredded ranchero chicken, pinto beans, Monterey jack cheese, and Spanish rice wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.
- Original Pollo Bowl: Chopped fire-grilled chicken breast, pinto beans, Spanish rice, fresh pico de gallo, onions, and cilantro.
You can find the new combos at participating locations through October 30, 2019.
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Paint the Town Pink highlights Breast Cancer Research Studies at Meridian Health
Meridian Health takes part in important research studies examining early development breast cancerThis May, Meridian Health celebrates Paint the Town Pink - a community-wide effort taking place in 23 Monmouth and Ocean County towns that raises awareness of the importance of annual mammography, as early detection is a woman's best defense against breast cancer.
As the campaign encourages local women aged 40 and older to have their annual mammogram, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey and its System Partner Meridian Health are working together on two research studies to examine factors related to the early development of breast cancer.
The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is a Center of Excellence of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
The impact of genetics on the early development of breast cancer in both women and men is the focus of the Effect of DNA Variations on Breast Cancer Risk and Recurrence study. Previously, researchers at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey discovered that some genes may be associated with increased risk of developing breast cancer while others may actually protect against development of the disease.
The aim is not only to identify genetic markers that may further explain why this happens and who may be affected, but also to understand why some breast cancers recur after treatment. Women and men aged 18 and older with no history of breast cancer, with a history of breast cancer, or with a history of a breast abnormality indicating increased risk for development of breast cancer are eligible to take part in the trial, though other criteria must also be met.
Study participants will have blood drawn for laboratory analysis and facts about participants' breast health and overall medical history will be documented. Both the blood sample and the clinical information will be analyzed and saved for possible future use.
The Women's Circle of Health study focuses on the influence of health and lifestyle factors on the early development of breast cancer in African American women. Compared to Caucasian women, African American women are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age and at a later stage, and have more aggressive features associated with a poor outcome.
The reasons for these differences remain unknown. To address these issues, investigators are conducting interviews with study volunteers from nine counties across the state. Women meeting the eligibility criteria will be asked to give demographic and medical information, as well as reproductive, lifestyle and diet histories. Saliva and tumor samples also will be collected for molecular analyses. Participants do not need to take any medications.
"Paint the Town Pink is a powerful community campaign emphasizing the importance of breast cancer prevention, detection and annual mammography. It's also a great way for Monmouth & Ocean County residents to learn about the important breast cancer studies conducted by Meridian's Clinical Research Department.
Together with The Cancer Institute of New Jersey, we are developing and offering studies that will ultimately help improve breast cancer research and care," notes Mark Krasna, M.D., Corporate Medical Director of Oncology, Meridian Cancer Care.
To learn more about these and other clinical trials available at Meridian Health, please call Meridian Health Research Services at 732-776-2953; e-mail ClinicalTrials@MeridianHealth.com; or visit us at www.MeridianHealth.com.

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The India defense UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) market is a dynamic and strategically significant segment within the country’s defense industry, driven by the increasing adoption of UAVs to augment the surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence-gathering capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. UAVs, also known as drones, have emerged as crucial force multipliers, offering advantages such as real-time situational awareness, precision strikes, and reduced risks to human personnel in various defense operations.
The India defense UAV market encompasses a wide range of UAV types, including reconnaissance UAVs, combat UAVs, target drones, and surveillance UAVs. These unmanned systems are designed to operate without direct human intervention, offering versatility, endurance, and maneuverability in diverse defense applications.
The adoption of UAVs in the Indian defense sector has been driven by several factors. First and foremost is the need to modernize and improve the effectiveness of the armed forces. UAVs provide the military with the capability to gather intelligence, monitor borders, and conduct precision strikes, enhancing overall operational efficiency and mission success.
Moreover, the India defense UAV market has witnessed significant advancements in UAV technology, including improvements in propulsion systems, sensors, communication networks, and autonomous capabilities. These developments have led to the integration of sophisticated sensors, data analysis, and decision-making capabilities into UAVs, making them increasingly autonomous and adaptive to dynamic battlefield scenarios.
The Indian government’s focus on indigenization and self-reliance in defense manufacturing has been instrumental in driving the growth of the domestic defense UAV market. The “Make in India” initiative, launched in 2014, aims to promote domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports. As a result, Indian defense companies are actively engaged in developing indigenous UAV technologies, fostering collaborations with research institutions, and investing in cutting-edge research and development.
Furthermore, the India defense UAV market has witnessed collaborations with international UAV manufacturers and technology providers to access global expertise and best practices. Joint ventures, technology transfers, and knowledge-sharing agreements have facilitated the integration of advanced UAV solutions into India’s defense operations.
One of the primary objectives of the India defense UAV market is to enhance the indigenous development and manufacturing of UAV systems. The development of critical UAV technologies contributes to the self-reliance goals of the Indian defense industry, reducing the country’s dependence on foreign suppliers for UAVs.
Additionally, the adoption of UAVs in defense applications has been facilitated by changes in regulations governing the use of unmanned systems in India. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and other regulatory bodies have introduced guidelines and standards for the safe and responsible operation of UAVs in the Indian airspace.
The India defense UAV market is witnessing advancements in multi-domain capabilities. Modern UAVs are designed to operate seamlessly across different terrains, including land, air, and sea. The integration of multi-domain capabilities allows for better coordination and synergy among different defense platforms, enhancing overall mission effectiveness.
The Indian defense forces’ focus on enhancing surveillance and intelligence capabilities, border security, and counter-terrorism efforts has further propelled the demand for UAVs. UAVs are crucial for conducting reconnaissance missions, gathering real-time data, and monitoring areas that are difficult to access through traditional means.
The India defense UAV market also faces certain challenges. One significant hurdle is the need for continuous investments in research and development to keep pace with rapidly evolving UAV technologies. As defense requirements become more complex, UAVs must be designed to handle higher levels of autonomy, endurance, and integration with other defense systems.
Additionally, ensuring secure communication and data transmission between UAVs and ground control stations is crucial for maintaining operational control and preventing potential cyber threats.
Looking ahead, the India defense UAV market is expected to witness sustained growth as the country continues to modernize its defense capabilities and prioritize indigenization. The government’s commitment to enhancing the domestic defense industry, investing in research and development, and fostering collaboration with international partners will be instrumental in driving the adoption of advanced UAV technologies and expanding their applications in defense operations.
In conclusion, the India defense UAV market is a vital enabler of the country’s defense preparedness, contributing to the modernization and operational effectiveness of the Indian Armed Forces. With a focus on indigenization, research, and collaboration, the Indian defense UAV market is poised to become a significant contributor to the country’s defense industry, supporting national security and fostering technological self-reliance. As India’s defense needs continue to evolve, the demand for cutting-edge UAV technologies will remain at the forefront of the country’s defense modernization efforts.


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Meet The Cast Of Amazon Prime's 'Forever Summer: Hamptons' And See Their Instagrams: Lottie, Ilan, And More
Plus, which couples *actually* made it to the end.
Amazon Prime Video's reality series Forever Summer: Hamptons is finally here, and viewers are dying to know more about this cast, who is taking the summer by storm out east. In case you aren't already familiar, the show follows a group of 12 college students spending their summer break in the Hamptons.
While most of the cast members are locals to the area, a few outsiders are joining the crew for "fun, surf, and good vibes," according to the series' trailer. Of course, with every reality show comes some drama. Think of this one like Blue Lagoon meets Siesta Key.
The show was filmed in the summer of 2021 in Suffolk County, New York (a.k.a. the very luxurious Hamptons.) And the cast moves from East Hampton to Southampton to show viewers the beautiful beach towns. Occasional scenes were filmed in East Quogue and some pivotal sequences were filmed in Westhampton Beach, according to The Cinemaholic.
Given the time frame, the pandemic was a matter of concern. And the cast tells WH that they took a bunch of COVID precautions when filming. Luckily, much of their drama takes place in the wide open with constant fresh air and ocean water to really salt the wounds.
When you watch the show, you'll get to meet:
- Avery Solomon
- Emelye Ender
- Ilan Luttway
- Habtamu “Habs” Coulter
- Frankie Hammer
- Hunter Hulse
- Reid Rubio
- Juliet Clarke
- Milo Munshin
- Shannon Sloane
- Lottie Evans
- Sophia Messa
Looking to learn more about the crew? Read on for all the details, including their Instagrams, and a few spoilers on which couples were able to survive the summer heat.
Avery Solomon is a Hamptons local. She's also a student at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Whether she's in Greece or New York City, she's always down for new adventures.
Spoiler alert: Despite what you may see on the show, Avery is currently single. "You'll see in the show how we all kind of had our relationship ups and downs, and we're trying to figure things out," she told Women's Health. "But I think right now I'm just living life in my 20s and having fun doing whatever I can."
A frequent flier and a fashionista, Shannon Sloane spends her time between the Hamptons and New York City. She's currently a student at Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan, where she's pursuing a career in digital marketing and public relations.
The Hamptons is a hot spot for those in the spotlight, and it's no different for singer Sophia Messa. With more than 42,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, she's already making waves in the music industry. She signed a record deal just three weeks into school at Berklee College of Music.
Reid Rubio recently graduated from Syracuse University and works as a software engineer. He grew up in the Hamptons and lives in New York City.
Juliet Clarke lives in Long Island and earned her degree in new communications media at SUNY Cortland. She's also a member of the Alpha Phi sorority.
Ilan Luttway, based in New York, is a computer science major at the University of Michigan. Take a quick glance at his social media, and you'll see that he's big on spending quality time with his friends and family.
Spoiler alert: Post-season one, Ilan is still single. When asked about his relationship with his castmate Sophia, he told Women's Health, "We are not speaking, but we've definitely like remained in touch on social media." Apparently, other people have entered his life since filming, but he described his current situation as "complicated."
A Hamptons local since she was 10 years old, Emely is finishing up her college degree online. Emely grew up in Brooklyn, New York, but it looks like she prefers the beaches of the Hamptons over the city's concrete jungle.
A University of Maryland alum, Hunter Hulse is all about enjoying life outdoors. A quick peek at his social media will show you just *how* much he loves snowboarding, surfing, and skating. He's also the loyal boyfriend of fellow castmate Emely.
Spoiler alert: Even after filming, these two are still going strong. And they have big news! "We moved into an apartment together, so we're on our own now, Emely revealed to WH. "We just moved in a couple of months ago."
Habtamu is a self-described "sag harbor-rockstar," per his IG. Habtamu Coulter or "Habs" was born in Ethiopia. At four, he was adopted and moved to the Hamptons, where he's been a local ever since. He is 19 years old and is currently a student at Charleston University in Vermont.
Spoiler alert: Habs is currently single. "During the season, I was on a few dates. I mingled, I flirted, I did my thing," he told WH. "But it was a hot boy summer, you know?"
Milo Munchin is a Hamptons native and current student at The New School in New York City. On his social media, you'll find everything from selfies to adorable photos of his dog, Sneakers.
At first glance, you might notice that Frankie's Instagram is filled with more photos of the ocean than of himself. He's a big fan of surfing and loves to hit the slopes in the winter for some snowboarding.
While you're not likely to find Lottie on social media, you might just find her on a local Hamptons beach. Lottie's a local who spent four years as a lifeguard. Now that she's a recent graduate, she's hoping to pursue a career in marketing.
Sabrina is an editorial assistant for Women’s Health. When she’s not writing, you can find her running, training in mixed martial arts, or reading.
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Volume 72, 2016Heat and Mass Transfer in the System of Thermal Modes of Energy – Technical and Technological Equipment (HMTTSC-2016)
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Numerical Analysis of Influence of Engineering Construction in the Area of Placing Fuel Storage Tanks on their Heat Loss
1 National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, 634050 Tomsk, Russia
2 National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, 634050 Tomsk, Russia
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This paper describes the numerical modeling of heat transfer in the area placing of the tank for storage fuel of thermal power plant and boiler with the influence of engineering construction. We have established that the presence of engineering structures in the area of placing of the tank for storage fuel of thermal power plant and boiler have little effect on the change of heat loss.
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Milan, Bergamo, Florence, Rimini, Venice, Naples, Palermo, Rome… in Italy, all the destinations are beautiful. You are planning to visit Italy soon and you would like to organize your trip in the best conditions to make the most of it. Here is an Italy travel guide that will help you discover this surprising and warm country.
You will enjoy Italy more in spring (April-June) and September-October, which mark the shoulder season. During these times, the countryside is magnificent. In addition, the country then enjoys pleasant temperatures and moderate tourist activity (good deals in accommodation, especially in the South). If possible, avoid August: the roads and tourist sites are crowded. In addition, Italians go on vacation en masse and many shops and businesses are closing their doors. Prices go up for Christmas, New Year, and Easter. In the Alps and the Dolomites, the season is in full swing from the end of December to March.
Currency: the euro. Some counters open on Saturday morning.
Credit cards are accepted in various restaurants and hotels, as well as many gas stations. However, many traders still refuse them.
Bank hours: in general, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
In Italy, tap water is drinkable, but it is rarely consumed. At the restaurant, you will always be offered mineral water (aqua minerale) in a sealed bottle, naturale for still water, frizzante for sparkling water.
220 volts; European sockets. No adapter needed to travel to Italy.
These hours are very random and change from one region to another and according to the season. Find out in advance to avoid unpleasant surprises. Monday is generally the weekly closing day, except for some large sites which are open daily. For high traffic sites, it is possible to purchase your tickets online to save time and get skip the line.
Visiting Italy is first and foremost a question of timing. To avoid the crowds, unreasonable prices, and hot weather, disdain the main tourist towns and coastlines in summer. In July and August, prefer the less known regions such as Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo to explore by car, bike, on foot…
Venice only experiences relative rest in January, it can get really cold and humid, but it is really the only month when you can still feel lonely. For Tuscany, we have tenderness for autumn; the region’s special light is only sublimated. As for Rome and Naples, they can be visited all year round, but again, before and after the season will leave you with better memories.
In these two cases, the game consists above all in avoiding being on the tourist sites at the same time as the cruise passengers. A trip to the Italian islands, Sardinia and Sicily, can unfortunately be complicated to achieve outside of the high summer season. In question, the low number of flights to get there and the opening period of the hotels.
It should be remembered that there is at least as much diversity in customs and traditions in Italy.
Country of the Pope, Italy retains a very strong Catholic culture: around 80% of the inhabitants are Catholics and 20% go to church every week. It is necessary to know how to be discreet and to remain very correctly dressed in the holy places, which are most of the time supervised by guards.
In the south of the country, traditions are well established, after lunch the locals take a nap (il pisolino) then go for a walk (the passeggiata) around 6 p.m. It’s also aperitivo time in Milan, we sit on the terrace and for the price of a drink, we can enjoy the buffet (very often gargantuan).
Cooking is the second religion of Italians. The art of the table must be convivial and families meet on Sundays to share lunch. When you are invited to eat there are two rules to respect: finish your plate and never cut your pasta! In this regard, pasta is a dish in its own right. A complete traditional meal consists of antipasti (both appetizer and starters), followed by the primo piatto (pasta or risotto or even soup) then the secondo piatto (main course), before concluding with the dolce (dessert).
Everyone has more or less extensive knowledge of the gastronomy of our Italian neighbors. For lovers of the traditional pizza, it comes from Campania (Naples) but can be eaten everywhere at low prices. Bologna, say “the fat”, makes the junction between pasta topped with cream (Panna) in the North and those with tomato in the South (to put it simply because it is of course more complex than that).
For gourmets who love truffles, go to Piedmont, Tuscany, and Umbria. For food lovers, follow the symbolic snail of Slow Food, born in the town of Bra in Piedmont, this movement highlights local products. For seafood, the products in Puglia and Venice are so fresh that some eat them raw. La Pescaria, Venice’s fish market, in place for 600 years, will allow you to buy freshly caught products.
When it comes to cheese, you shouldn’t leave Italy without having tried burrata, buffala mozzarella, pecorino (hard cheese made from sheep’s milk), divine gorgonzola, or the famous Parmigiano Reggiano (the cheese is mainly eaten as an antipasto, rather than before dessert).
Regarding the wine, we find very good quality white in the Cinque Terre, tannic red in the Piedmont region, and in the wine regions of Valpolicella and Soave. Without forgetting the Tuscan Chianti, Sardinia hides an excellent small production of whites and reds, hardly exported.
And then there is the charcuterie, the thousand and one ways of matching pasta, desserts … cooking is in itself a way of discovering the country.

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10+/- acres of Prime Commercial Property in the popular Five Points area. It is located less than 2.5 miles from the University of Alabama campus. Survey is available.
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Sq. footage: 5,157
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Whispering Pines Lodge - This sportsman's retreat has been featured on Tommy Wilcox Show numerous times! Five (of the 6) bedrooms have a beautiful view of a 15+/- acre trophy fishing lake fed by 9 ...
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FOR SALE: ±24,000 SF MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY ON ALMOST 3.5 ACRE SITE WITH GREAT INTERSTATE PROXIMITY. BUILDING ENVELOPE CONTAINS ±10,000 SF OF CONDITIONED SHOWROOM & OFFICE SPACE AND ±...
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The Dutch is a brand new multifamily student investment opportunity. With great proximity to The University of Alabama the development will include 7 units, with each unit having 3 Bedrooms & 3 Bat...
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The Nintendo Switch is doing very well in the console gaming market. Now the experience has been expanded with Nintendo Labo – a series of cardboard creations that make use of the hardware to create a more interactive experience. You buy the pack, take the cardboard sheets out and use the Switch’s screen to follow the instructions on what to build and how. The Nintendo Labo experience is unique and delivers something we have not seen in gaming and while the end experience lacks reusability, Nintendo is onto something here.
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We reviewed the Nintendo Labo Variety Pack that comes with a range of things to build. These include a piano, fishing rod, house, motorbike and an RC robot that you can move around using the hardware. The Variety Pack is one of two Nintendo Labo packs currently available. The other Nintendo Labo pack is a robot pack.
Nintendo Labo is designed with children in mind. The entire experience, from the building to the gaming aspect is simplified to a point where many kids can jump in. With that being said, Nintendo Labo makes for a fun adult experience too. It has a deep programming side to it, where you tweak a game’s actions and render its experience completely different from its intended use. Not to mention that just sitting and building these things make for quite a calming experience and then you can colour them in and decorate them too which is great for those people who love DIY.
In order to use the Nintendo Toy-Con, you need to make make it. Basically, you need to turn a flat sheet of cardboard into a 3D object using the included software as a guide on how to take a piece of board, fold it and slot it into different slots. Sometimes you need to strap elastic around it, and sometimes you need to take a few pieces, fold them and put them together to make something bigger.
The entire Nintendo Labo building experience is worth every minute of your time, as you go step by step through the creation process. Each Toy-Con takes a set amount of time with the piano being the longest. The software does a great job in explaining each step to you and it even repeats the same steps for multiple pieces of the same design.
Some of the Toy-Cons can be a bit intimidating at first. Especially when you take out 10-12 sheets of board and have no idea where to start, but the software holds your hand throughout the entire process. You can fast forward by dragging your finger across the screen and rewind if you feel that you missed a step. More Than Just Toys
At the end of it all, once you have created your Toy-Con the game software helps you place the console and the Joy-Cons into the slots you need to begin the gaming process. This turns the object into a living gaming experience and this is where the gaming side of Nintendo Labo starts. Be it flipping the Switch’s screen on its side to act as an ocean while fishing to sliding it into the piano as a music board, and even putting it into the house as it brings it to life, the Switch’s hardware and the Nintendo Labo creations go hand-in-hand to create magical experiences.
If you truly want to put it all to the test you can start the programming section of Nintendo Labo that sees you tweak different actions and outcomes in each game. From the sounds that the keys make to the response of a dial, you turn in a different direction. It is all a fun yet an advanced way to play with the experience.
Nintendo Labo is without a doubt a unique experience but it dies out fast. You can only fish for the same fish a few dozen times before you move onto something new and the best part about the experience, its creation mode, is only experienced once per Toy-Con. Sure, you could go and program the experience but its a little overcomplicated and unless you have a child who is interested in that sort of thing they will most likely ignore it. After a few weeks with the pack, the Toy-Cons are fun to go back to but we just hope Nintendo further expands the experience. For an asking price of R999, it pays for itself as it offers some great bonding time with you and your child or just something different to experience compared to other games on the market.

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just in case you chanced your mind.
Because I would never be able to forget you.
I love you, you know.
So I will just keep coming back, till the day you will come with me.

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ATLANTA – Orkin, Inc. has established a new international franchise in Lebanon. This franchise is Orkin’s sixth in the Middle East and the company’s 13th international franchise worldwide.
“Our expansion in the Middle East represents the growing brand recognition that Orkin continues to develop in the region,” said Tom Luczynski, Orkin vice president of international development and franchising. “We are pleased to meet the growing demand for quality pest control services worldwide.”
The franchise will focus primarily on commercial pest control, but also will offer residential and termite services. Franchise Owner Samer El Khoury recently traveled to Orkin’s headquarters and award-winning training center in Atlanta to complete the initial franchise training program. El Khoury and the other franchise co-owners and staff will participate in additional training in Lebanon.
“We are excited to partner with Orkin to provide our customers in Lebanon with the high-quality pest control services they need and deserve,” said El Khoury.

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|Proton Therapy Precisely Treats Hard-To-Reach Cancers|
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San Diego, California (NAPSI) - With a cancer diagnosis, it’s important to consider the size of the tumor and the location in the body when researching treatment options. Deep-seated tumors and those near or within critical organs like the esophagus, lungs and heart require powerful treatment but also can be more sensitive to radiation exposure. For many cancer patients facing these challenges, proton therapy is an option.
Proton therapy uses a beam of protons to deliver a powerful dose of radiation directly into the tumor. The precision of the beam limits exposure to healthy tissue and reduces the risk of short- and long-term side effects, allowing most patients to continue with their active lifestyle even during treatment.
The ability to limit radiation to healthy tissue and maintain her usual routine as a busy mom was imperative to 39-year-old Molly Allen when she was diagnosed with large B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2008.
When Molly, a mother of four, developed a cough while on vacation with her family, she didn’t think too much of it.
“When you’re a mom, it’s all about putting your kids first. Sometimes, keeping up with your health gets shifted to the bottom of the list,” she said.
But when the cough persisted for four weeks, she decided it was time to see her doctor. Molly was confident it was just a minor infection, but her physician ordered a chest X-ray that revealed a large mass near her lung. Her physician immediately ordered a CT scan and referred her to a pulmonologist.
Molly’s scan showed a tumor the size of a golf ball in her chest cavity. She was scheduled for a second scan two weeks later, and by then the mass had doubled in size. It continued to grow to the size of a grapefruit before Molly could begin chemotherapy. After six rounds of chemo the tumor shrank, but Molly was advised to undergo further treatment with radiation.
A friend sent her information on proton therapy, and due to the location of her tumor, highly recommended she look into it.
“Many lymphomas occur in the chest near vital organs, such as the heart, lungs or esophagus, so it can be difficult to get the high doses of radiation needed to the tumor without causing damage to those sensitive areas,” explained James D. Cox, M.D., professor of Radiation Oncology at MD Anderson. “With proton therapy, we create individualized treatment plans to precisely target even the most difficult-to-reach tumors, like lymphomas and cancers of the lung and esophagus, while minimizing the damage to healthy tissues and vital organs.”
After her consultation with Dr. Cox, Molly’s decision was made. She sought treatment at the MD Anderson Proton Therapy Center in Houston where she spent four weeks—a decision she credits with eliminating her cancer and allowing her to continue to be with her family during treatment.
“I got to be home with my kids,” she said. “I wasn’t separated from them at all through this. I went to my treatment appointment at the Proton Therapy Center and then continued living my life on my terms.”
In January 2009, Molly completed her last round of proton therapy and returned home to her normal routine, enjoying time with her husband and children, taking them to Little League and soccer games, and walking the family’s two dogs. During a recent follow-up visit to the MD Anderson Proton Therapy Center, Molly’s scans showed no signs of cancer.
“Part of being well means I’m back to my busy life,” she said.
To learn more about the MD Anderson Proton Therapy Center, visit www.mdandersonproton.com.


The Santa Barbara Airport opened its new terminal on August 18 to improve services and amenities for the 750,000 passengers travelling annually through the Goleta airfield.
The $54 million project consists of a new 72,000 square foot terminal featuring a departure lounge, a new security screening area, improved food service and concessions, a new indoor baggage claim area and a new ramp with rental car counters. In addition to the new facilities, the structure will serve as a venue for public art including the current exhibit,
“The Art of Travel,” featuring renowned local artist Channing Peake’s “Fiesta Mural,” woodwork by Vidya Gauci and a floor mosaic by Santa Barbara’s Lori Ann David.
According to SBA public spokesperson Terri Gibson, the works in the exhibit pay homage to local landmarks including the county courthouse and the Channel Islands kelp beds.
“It’s about creating a sense of place for those traveling through our airport,” Gibson said. “We want to present the region to travelers and this exhibit serves as a gateway for travelers to our city.”
The new terminal also houses a more environmentally friendly operation system and is expected to contend for an Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Gold rating once the renovations are completed next spring.
Gibson said the terminal needs to provide sustainable lighting and water, energy-efficient lighting, good air quality and limits on waste transportation amongst other elements to achieve Gold status.
“Santa Barbara requires all new buildings to reach Silver medal status but as we got into building and design it became apparent we could meet Gold status,” Gibson said.
Third-year film & media studies major Cassie MaccInes said the nearby location of the airport provides convenient traveling for students flying to and from home.
“I love how close the airport is to school,” MaccInes said. “The new terminal is way better than the old one — now I wouldn’t mind arriving for my flight a little bit early.”
For a complete overview of the terminal project and to view the flight schedule, visit www.flysba.com.


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Young ListenersCommunicate better to care better
Fiona Phur, Partnership Business Manager at Somerset County Council said:
“Young people’s voices should be at the centre of all our decision making and the findings from this project are powerful and give direction to future service planning.”
Share your views
Tell us about a recent experience
Making health and care better for young people
We gave young people in Somerset the opportunity to directly influence improvements in the health and social care services they use.
Young Listeners project
Between January and July 2021, we recruited and trained a group of young volunteers aged 12-18 to become Young Listeners. They designed and delivered a peer-to-peer engagement project to explore the issues that are important to young people. In August and September 2021, they met and ‘listened’ to the views and experiences of 65 young people from across Somerset.
What did they hear?
They heard about the barriers and challenges young people face when seeking care and support, and the changes they want to see to make services work better for young people.
They identified key themes and made recommendations and practical suggestions to help those responsible for Somerset’s health and care services address young people’s needs and concerns.
The key themes identified were:
Better communication is needed, with young people and between services.
Make it easier for young people to find information about health and social care services
“No emails or calls, I felt left alone.” | “I almost gave up.” | “When I found the services they offered brilliant support, it was just a matter of finding the support.”
Read our report
Find out more about the project and how young people want services to change and improve: Young Listeners Project – Sharing young people’s feedback to improve the health and social care services they use. (November 2021)

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Ebusco has been contracted to supply 15 Ebusco 2.2 12-metre and 5 Ebusco 2.2 18-metre buses to KVS GmbH Saarlouis in Germany.
These vehicles will be delivered in early 2024 and will be operated by KVS in the state Saarland and city of Saarlouis.
“Following the tender for electric buses for the KVS Saarlouis, Ebusco came out on top with the most advantageous offer. The Ebusco 2.2 low-floor buses have a very large radius of action and will help transform KVS’s fleet step by step to emission-free transport.”
This is Ebusco’s first order from KVS, enabling the manufacturer to welcome a new customer in Germany.
Ebusco states that its 2.2 model was selected for this tender due to its ability to deliver on range and energy consumption.
“We are very proud to be able to win this tender for Ebusco. We are very much looking forward to working with KVS Saarlouis, together we can fulfill our common goal to make public transport more sustainable.”
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Increasing regulatory pressure requires banks to improve risk aggregation and reporting, but a majority struggle with data inconsistencies according to a joint survey by Lepus Research and business analytics software group SAS.
This technical hurdle was pinpointed by 81% of banks surveyed, while more than half also face difficulties from separate risk systems and inflexible sources.
Lepus surveyed 27 global financial institutions (FIs) about the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision’s (BCBS) principles for effective risk data aggregation and risk reporting. Also known as BCBS 239, the principles aim to increase transparency and reduce operational risks. Adherence to these principles allows banks to improve stress testing and anticipate future problems.
“The survey clearly shows that firms are struggling with the legacy of their separate, siloed risk systems,” said Geoff Kates, chief executive (CEO) of Lepus. “That makes it extremely difficult to combine high-quality data for regulatory reporting, risk and capital management, and stress testing.”
Asked about their ability to prove data origin – a requirement of BCBS 239 – two in three of the FIs surveyed saw room for improvement and 22% identified a need for significant investment.
The institutions were also asked if they expected BCBS 239 compliance initiatives to deliver ancillary business benefit. Many anticipated achieving a more holistic organisational view of risks, with 22% citing improved stress testing capabilities and 30% needing a more holistic view of firm-wide risks.
“In the regulatory-compliance future, stress testing will be an ongoing process of analysing unpredictable scenarios instead of an annual exercise devoid of surprise,” said David M. Wallace, SAS global financial services marketing manager.
“Banks that fully implement BCBS 239 principles as best practices will be able to analyse surprise scenarios on demand for regulators. In addition, they’ll be more effective and efficient in capital planning.”
The full report, entitled
‘Industry Challenges: Implementing Effective Risk Data Solutions’
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Today CGI and GTNews have announced the launch of the fifth annual Transaction Banking survey report, which offers which offers critical insight into the corporate-to-bank relationship.
On-Demand Treasury Management Solutions continue to gain increased adoption in the US and EMEA regions.
Treasurers are being expected to do more work with fewer resources than ever before, so it is little wonder that the automation of day-to-day operations was highly discussed on the second day of EuroFinance, the annual treasury event held in Barcelona this week.
Chicago based Treasury Management System (TMS) vendor GTreasury and Sydney based risk and treasury management vendor Visual Risk have joined forces in a strategic alliance to ... read more

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When Cyril Ramaphosa walked into the National Sports Stadium there was an undefined sound from the crowd. It was distinct from the previous cheers, accorded to the likes of Olusegun Obasanjo, Edgar Lungu and Dr Kenneth Kaunda, but it was a sound nonetheless.
We argued with colleagues on the noise that welcomed South Africa's head of state.
Others were convinced they were cheers although unorthodox, while some (of us) believed the whistles and screams were the furthest they were from being a seal of approval.
The noise was brief, in the interest of work we had to agree to differ. We reached a compromise, fully understanding that in times of conflicting interpretations time is the equaliser.
Diligently, time lived up to its repute, granting us an opportunity to verify who had picked the correct nuance from the first noises.
About seventy minutes after Ramaphosa entered the stadium, he had to face the Zimbabwean crowd again. This time through a speech in honour of the former President Robert Mugabe.
An opportunity to further interpret the sounds we had heard earlier and the embedded connotations. The sharp noises we had first heard were indeed elaborate murmurs of disapproval.
A man whose citizens have been butchering foreign nationals had to speak to compatriots of some of the victims.
As a man who jogs every morning, Ramaphosa would have sprinted uphill with less strain than he endured when he opened his mouth to address mourners at Robert Mugabe's State funeral.
It was him against Dzimbahwe, with no one providing a buffer for him, in the same manner authorities in South Africa are not cushioning those who cannot pronounce certain words in IsiXhosa or IsiZulu.
Unlike in South Africa, the reaction was in that case not violent, just aural in an assertive manner.
He was met with wild jeers and boos, a reception that caused him temporary disorientation in delivering his speech.
Those who frequent local soccer matches would know how the Vietnam stand at Rufaro Stadium echoes when Dynamos is misfiring, the whistles were twofold.
Some were of the opinion that the platform was not the most appropriate for people to enunciate their discontent. A conversation that tried to take more from the aggrieved than the perpetrators.
Can there be dignified responses to inhumane acts?
Is there a template?
President Ramaphosa himself, like Zimbabweans at National Sports Stadium felt the funeral was a good forum for the tough conversation.
He apologised on behalf of his country to the people of Zimbabwe.
In his exact words he said;
"We have had acts of violence erupting in some parts of the country, some of which was directed at nationals from other African countries. This has led to the deaths and injuries of a number of people, some of whom were nationals from other countries and the majority were South Africans."
At this point, the crowd was still restive whistling relentlessly in a way that made it difficult even for the man to smoothly express himself as he usually does.
President Ramaphosa then said the magic words;
"I stand before you as a fellow African to express my regret, and to apologise for what has happened in our country. What has happened in South Africa goes against the principles of the unity of the African people that President Mugabe and President Nelson Mandela, Oliver Tambo and the great leaders of our continent stood for."
Zimbabweans are quick to forgive, the jeers switched to cheers and the ANC leader became the darling of the crowd.
One hopes, his words were not to quell the few thousands at National Sports Stadium, but a genuine promise which will be followed up by tangibles.
In this case, an end to xenophobia or more organised policing from South African law enforcement.
In May 2017, Zimbabwe saw a man called Lameck Makwiramiti from Mabvuku who became an overnight social superstar.
This was after he used a funeral as a platform to air his disquiet with a family his daughter had married into. Opinion was divided on his actions, but he had laid out his feelings.
On September 14, Zimbabwe became Lameck, using its founding father's funeral to call out a leader of a country whose people are burning foreigners.
Befitting to the man who was being remembered on the day, former President Mugabe had no sense of occasion, he spoke his mind at the most random of events.
The jury is still out on whether or not Zimbabweans behaved when they booed Ramaphosa. He would never shy away from speaking against the oppression of his people.
Perhaps one of Mugabe's legacy manifested on his funeral when the whole country took after a funeral motor-mouth, Lameck, to speak.