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An increasing number of players in the superhydrophobic coatings market are at various stages in their R&D efforts while several others are expected to launch innovative and advanced products in the near future. Transparency Market Research (TMR) observes that this has intensified the degree of competition among international as well as domestic players and is likely to push the global superhydrophobic coatings market to expand at a double-digit growth rate from 2016 to 2024.
P2i Limited, Cytonix, LLC, The Sherwin-Williams Company, DryWired, LLC, UltraTech International, Inc., Sto Group, Surfactis Technologies, Nanex Company, NTT Advanced Technology Corporation, NEI Corporation, Lotus Leaf Coatings, Inc., Rust-Oleum Corporation, Aculon, Inc., and Artekya Ltd. are some of the prominent players in the global superhydrophobic coatings market.
"In the past, most of the companies have focused on the electronics and telecommunication, building and construction, and textiles and leather industries to expand their product portfolio. However, an increasing number of vendors are also finding opportunity in the medical and healthcare, oil and gas, and automotive sectors," a TMR analyst has observed.
Rising Demand from Consumers for Waterproof Electronics Presents Key Opportunities
The global superhydrophobic coatings market attributes its exceptional growth to the large-scale development of the global electronics and telecommunication industry. Superhydrophobic coatings are widely used in the electronics and telecommunication industry as they are thermally stable and can be easily applied on the surface. They are also highly capable of protecting sensitive electronic parts that are easily susceptible to water damage. "The rising demand from consumers for electronic products with water-repelling surfaces is anticipated to present significant scope for players in the superhydrophobic coatings market in the next few years," the author of the report states.
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"The growth of the global construction industry, coupled with the increased demand for the usage of composite materials in the construction industry will also provide immense opportunities for vendors in the superhydrophobic coatings market," the TMR analyst predicts. Superhydrophobic coatings have extensive potential in the building and construction sector as they offer the required temperature resistance and provide effective barriers against water and microbes. Companies such as UltraTech International Inc. and The Sherwin- Williams Company are some of the leading players manufacturing superhydrophobic coatings for the construction industry.
In contrast, stringent government regulations pertaining to coating ingredients and formulations have been enforced in several developed countries in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and this is likely to adversely impact the superhydrophobic coatings market over the course of the forecast period.
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Unprecedented Growth in Store for Superhydrophobic Coatings Market
TMR states that the opportunity in the superhydrophobic coatings market is anticipated to rise from US$2.90 mn in 2015 to be worth US$37.1 mn by 2024 at an impressive 34.3% CAGR during the forecast period. By volume, the superhydrophobic coatings market is likely to expand at a CAGR of 37.3% from 2016 to 2024. In terms of demand, the electronics and telecommunication sector led the superhydrophobic coatings market in 2015, with a share of approximately 32.0%. The segment is anticipated to retain its lead throughout the forecast period. The textile and leather segment, on the other hand, will expand at the highest CAGR from 2016 to 2024.
By volume, North America is a key contributor to the growth of the global superhydrophobic coatings market and in 2015, led the overall market. Asia Pacific is predicted to exhibit the fastest growth from 2016 to 2024.
This review is based on the findings of a TMR report titled "Superhydrophobic Coatings Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2016 - 2024."
Favorable Properties of Superhydrophobic Coatings Fueling Newer Applications
Superhydrophobic coatings find application in sectors such as electronics and telecommunication, textile and leather, building and construction, automotive, healthcare and medical, optical, and power generation.
In terms of demand, the electronics and telecommunication sector accounted for approximately 32.0% of the superhydrophobic coatings market in 2015. The segment is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period owing to the increasing applications of superhydrophobic coatings in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and other electronic components.
The building and construction and automotive sectors are also a prominent end users of superhydrophobic coatings. Superhydrophobic coatings are environment-friendly and highly compatible with concrete, masonry, ceramics, and composite substrates. These coatings can also be used for waterproofing applications on ceramic floor and wall tiles, cement walls, and roofs in exterior and interior constructions.
Textile and leather is anticipated to be the fastest-growing end user during the forecast period, presenting lucrative options for players. The growing need for protective, dirt-resistant clothing in the military sector and self-cleaning apparels for daily use is likely to drive the demand for superhydrophobic coatings in the textile and leather industry.
Rapid Industrialization Drives Demand for Superhydrophobic Coatings in APAC
The global market for superhydrophobic coatings comprises North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East and Africa. In terms of volume, North America led the superhydrophobic coatings market in 2015, followed by Europe. Robust development of the electronics and telecommunication industry and the recovery of the building and construction sector in North America, especially in the U.S., are the key drivers fueling the superhydrophobic coatings market in the region.
The scenario is likely to be similar in Europe in the near future. Countries in Western Europe such as Germany and the U.K. are projected to be the key consumers of superhydrophobic coatings in during the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is forecast to exhibit the fastest growth from 2016 to 2024 owing to the rapid industrialization of the consumer electronics sector and rising residential construction and infrastructure activities in the region. This scenario is estimated to be reflected in China, India, and several ASEAN countries during the forecast period. Latin America and the Middle East and Africa are both anticipated to present major opportunities for players in the superhydrophobic coatings market.
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Superhydrophobic Coatings Market, by End Use
- Electronics & Telecommunication
- Building & Construction
- Textile & Leather
- Medical & Health Care
- Others (Power Generation, Optical, etc.)
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- Rest of Europe
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
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I just got this email from Kirkus Reviews about my novel. If only this wasn’t a marketing pitch. #FeetOnTheGround
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I was physically and verbally assaulted today. It’s OK, other than a stiff neck, I’m fine. A 6’ 2”, 225 pound guy in his twenties, apparently autistic, was having a violent episode at a convenience store I happened to stop at to check the air in my tires. He left the side of his caretaker and called me a rude name as he walked past my car. I could tell he had some sort of handicap, and chose to ignore the insult and turned my body away from the individual to reduce the possibility of conflict. What I didn’t expect was to be hit in the back of the neck while I was bent over filling my tire.
As I tried to make sense of what had just happened, the caretaker appeared at my side and explained the autism and violent episode. I said no problem, I understood, but was thinking, guy—your skills need some work. While he was trying to make sure I wasn’t upset, his charge tore the mirror off of an old SUV parked at the farthest pump from me. I was thinking the caretaker was being way too passive in handling his charge. Why didn’t he yell out to me that I was about to be attacked? Why was he trying to make sure I wasn’t going to do something in retaliation instead of preventing his guy from destroying other people’s property. It made me think of a body man for a powerful politician trying to contain the damage he had no control over stopping.
This was all relevant to me because my nephew is autistic. While I’m aware that some autistics can act out in rage, I have never experienced it with my nephew. I cannot say enough about the care he received after being born and he is engaged with the world around him because of that care. He still doesn’t know when I’m pulling his leg, but by god, he went from a diagnosis of not being able to walk or talk to being one hell of a guy. He swims with the Mission Viejo Nadadors, is a musician, finishing high school, has a great sense of humor, and an active intellect. My sister Carrie and her husband Zach have fought all these years to get him the help he needs and it shows.
I don’t know the story behind the guy who attacked me today. I hold no ill will or hard feelings toward him. I understood before it happened that he was leading a challenging life. I hope he gets the help he needs to deal with his anger, to become a more engaged member of society. In the meantime, I hope the caretaker learns from this incident and seeks better tools for handling his charge. The next victim might not be so understanding.
The ironic part? I watched Fight Club last night. I should have seen it coming. The good news is that someday you’ll find this incident in a future story I’ll write. I’m not one to waste a scene.
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I am truly blessed. If you had suffered the past year with me, you’d be saying WTF? But at the end of the day, the people who matter most were with me and laughing. That makes all the pain and suffering worth it. I’ll be honest, I nearly died twice this year from medical issues. Deal with that. At the lows, well, if you have to ask, you have never come close to death. Tasting the possibility as a solution.
In the last year I nearly died, wrote a novel, created amazing poems that maybe two people have read, healed the pain of an animal, sustained the life of plants that should have died, and created visual pleasure with my landscaping. I rocked hitting bottom.
Why? Because each and every step kept me alive and moving forward. Most every one I came in contact with either accepted the idiosyncrasies, or shrugged their shoulders and moved on. You can do this too.
Rock hitting bottom. Accept that life hits you below the belt. Do your best work when the world says you are finished. Accept that you are doing your best even at your worst.
Surround yourself with people who will lift you up and protect you—or just go out in a blaze of glory.
Whatever you do, don’t sit still, accept mediocrity, or just give up. Let go, but don’t give up. The entirety of the world is waiting for someone like you to grab a hold and not let go. Are you the one?
I was sitting on my couch, looking out into the woods across the street enjoying the snow flocked view and contemplating the bottom of my mug and the need to refill it, but Kali was curled up next to me with her head and paw on my lap. I really didn’t need another cup of coffee and decided that I would give up caffeine once again. Eventually I start anew because of a long trip or what else would you order while writing in a Starbucks while on the road?
Eventually, I forced the leaden pooch off my lap and back to the floor so I could rise up and fill my mug one last time and start my chores. After fifteen minutes of staging materials for retiling the upstairs shower/tub, I thought, where did I leave my coffee? I wandered through the house searching everywhere I’d been, but no cup. Of course, it was in the microwave and I had ignored the multiple reminder beeps. About a month ago I found two mugs in my office microwave. It sits lower than my line of sight, so the first went unnoticed when I placed the second one in days later.
This happens because I make a primitive form of espresso using a French press, then add cold water to make an Americano. If I do not stand in front of the microwave for the minute it takes to warm the mixture, there is a good chance I’ll end up playing the game “Where’s My Coffee?” in about ten or fifteen minutes.
It isn’t so much that I am absent minded, but rather in the moment most of my day. Laying something down and moving on to the next thing is an invitation to forget about the object because it is no longer useful for what I am doing—now, be it a physical chore or writing the next chapter of my novel.
Clarity of mind and purpose can be enhanced by coffee, but I don’t need it to get there, so I might as well let it go. Again. For now.
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This will be your only chance to get these special copies of my third novel, destined to be another critically acclaimed thriller. Will Betty finally get her revenge for the murder of her fiancee, José? Do she and Tom find a way to be together, at last? Will the World Order Cabal be destroyed? These questions, and more, are answered in the thrilling third installment of The Betty Chronicles.
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I am so close to finishing the first draft of CONTROL, I can taste the sweet nectar of completion, and not just the end of a single book, but the culmination of a trilogy. But, I am also burned out having written nearly half of the novel in the past month. I have been enjoying the marvelous spring weather in downtown Iowa City, sitting on the benches, people watching, as I simultaneously people watch my characters. Unfortunately, today is the start of a heat wave and I am relegated to my writer’s desk and the A/C is on standby for the onslaught. I only have a short way to go and it feels a lot like running a marathon when you get past twenty-four miles and your legs are cramping up. The best part is almost at hand and you just want to sit down and not run.
So, I am going to suck it up and finish this awesome story with a verve and sinew it deserves. Anything short of that will get fixed in the edit process. I promise.
Today I am thankful for all of the blessings I have received and the people who have lifted me up or pushed me in the back to keep going. Ten years ago I knew I needed to make many changes in my life, but making writing my career was only a dream. To the people who backstopped me as I fumbled around trying to get to this place today, you are the gravy, the dressing, the cranberry, and the pie with fresh whipped topping of my life. The Kirkus Reviews I (we) received yesterday are the affirmation that it was all worth it, that you were right to stand by and behind me, to hold me up, to calm me when I forgot that there was a plan greater than me. Those who smoothed the waters of my troubled life are my greatest earthly treasure. God is good.
I have written 3,500 words in the past eighteen hours, roughing out the ending of my first stand alone novel, Severance. These characters have been stewing in my mind for several years and they are ready. It feels like I had them in a crockpot, simmering away. All of the ingredients where in there, I guess I just needed to stir it around a bit, before I could write the first paragraphs—really getting the flavor of the story right.
The end came to me recently, I was playing around with it in my head for the past couple of weeks, waiting impatiently for the words to come, but after kayaking on the Cedar River yesterday, soaking in the sun, feeling the frigid snowmelt water with my bare hands and feet, I was ready to write it out. Tears welled in my eyes as I typed the final lines. I could feel the survivors’ pain, joy, and heartfelt desire to make something new from what had been lost. I wish I could share more with you, but it will be some time before it winds its way through the edit process and publishing. I will keep you posted.
I am working on the manuscript for Control, Volume III of The Betty Chronicles. Like Lee Child, I do not plot out my novels in advance, though I do think of major points that may or may not end up in the story depending how the writing goes. To be fair, after writing my initial thoughts of a story, usually a 2,000 word essay on characters and conflicts, I rarely look over the notes again.
I just finished a chapter that is a major pivot point in several relationships. I would say more, but it would be a spoiler. I sit here with a smug smile on my face knowing that a couple of threads that have been hanging loose for a very long time are now woven properly into the story, at just the right point. You will know it when you read it. #Betty #Tom #Howell #Ernesto

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Ed Miles (The Horse Whisperer)
“Horse whisperer,” a strange term used to describe a person with the special and unusual gift of getting inside a horse’s head and communicating with the animal in a way that is totally foreign to the majority of us. They’re said to have “a way with animals!”
I believe I once met such a person. It was twenty plus years ago and I was hitchhiking across the country. I was on Highway 90 traveling west through Montana in the area of the Galatin Gateway. I can’t remember all the details of this encounter but I can remember the important ones, the ones that have remained in my memory all these years, the ones that lead me to believe that it was a special encounter with a very remarkable man.
Ed Miles picked me up in an old truck, a big, heavy-duty kind, the kind they use on ranches possibly to move livestock. Its bed was hidden by tall wooden sidewalls, six feet or more with a canvas tarp tied over the top, one corner flapping in the wind.
Ed worked as a wrangler on a ranch not far from where he picked me up. He appeared to be someone in his early 60s with a face that had spent many years out in the weather. His face was rough and ruddy in sharp contrast with his upper forehead, which was almost alabaster in appearance. There was a sharp line, obviously the result of wearing the well-worn Stetson he lifted now and then to wipe his brow.
Ed was on his way to somewhere in Oregon, so we’d have some time together, and I was thankful for a long ride. Its funny, I can’t remember saying a whole lot the whole time we were together. I just remember listening, hanging on every word of this remarkable man as he spoke of his life; everything from his current job as a wrangler on a ranch, to hauling fruit up and down the California Coast.
“People always loved to buy my fruit,” he said, “because they knew it would be fresh and in good shape when it got to them. I’d never bruise even one peach. Of course,” he added, “you’d have to lose a whole load to learn that lesson.” In this short time I sensed that Ed was a person who did things with a love, a love for what he was doing, as well as a love for who he was doing it for.
The thing, however, that really drew my attention to his words was when he spoke of his relationship with animals. He said more than once “I just know their language” and would pause as if he were waiting for some particular response from me. I remember reading about people that could become one with the Spirit in all things, that they appeared to have a special power and connection with them. To this day I wish I had asked him what their language was, just to hear the response in his own words, but I didn’t.
“I bet a guy once that I could go into the mountains and have a pet deer in camp in a week,” he said. “He came up a week later, I called a name, and the deer came out of the woods.”
“Even back at that ranch they know I’d rather be with the animals than the other wranglers. I don’t stay in the bunkhouse with the rest. They gave me a trailer next to the corral. I even have a pet prairie dog that lives underneath it.”
I remember riding along for hours as he told his tales. I hung on every word, my head cocked in his direction so long that I felt that my neck would have a permanent crook in it. I could tell that he too was enjoying our time together. I sensed that he knew that he found someone that understood and believed in what he was saying. And I also knew that he probably didn’t find that too often.
But the part of our ride that I remember the most was when he spoke of his job as a wrangler, about the importance of taming a horse without breaking its spirit.
“Where most wranglers go wrong is when they yell at the horse,” he said. They think that if they yell loud enough and show the horse who’s boss, they’ll break the horse. Usually what happens is they just scare the horse and it becomes a battle with an animal with a lot more muscle than you.”
“I learned how to break a horse from an ol’ Indian,” he said. “Ya wanna get the horse on your side, working with you, not against you. This Indian would use nothing but a saddle blanket, no saddle and no bridle, just a leather thong, woven into the long hairs on the horse’s upper lip.”
“The secret is to talk softly to the horse and he’ll strain to hear what you’re saying. I’d watch that ol’ Indian,” he said, “You could be ten feet from them, the horse’s ears would be cocked backwards, straining to hear each command, yet you wouldn’t be able to hear a word that ol’ Indian was saying.”
At that point, Ed and I had been traveling together for hours and for the first time a wave of doubt came over me. He was either one of the best storytellers I had ever encountered or he was who he said he was.
Again he repeated the words, “You’d be ten feet from that ol’ Indian and you wouldn’t be able to hear a word he was saying.
I felt my response rise within me. “Ah, go on!” I thought to myself. As if he knew what I was thinking, Ed looked me deep in the eyes and smiled. At that moment, as if awakening, I realized I was about six inches from Ed’s smiling face. He gazed down pointing with his eyes to the rest of me, making me aware of how close I was.
What I hadn’t been aware of was as he spoke of the old Indian and the horse, he too started speaking more quietly. As he did, I unconsciously moved in my seat, straining to hear every word just as the horse strained to hear every word of that Old Indian.
The loving eyes of that old wrangler assured me that all he had related was indeed true and I was fortunate enough to heave met a “horse whisperer.”


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Hotel Donà Palace offers guests spacious and sophisticated lodgings in the heart of Venice. Its rooms, location, and services make this hotel a superb choice for solo travelers, couples, families, and groups alike.
Located in the San Marco neighborhood of Venice, Hotel Donà Palace is close to many of the city’s most historic and scenic attractions while being only a few miles from Venice Marco Polo Airport. Guests staying here will enjoy proximity to sites like Basilica San Marco, The Bridge of Sighs, La Fenice, and Piazza San Marco.
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Young book fans at Wincle Primary School have been shown how to to help run its new-look library.
Year Six pupils have been trained as librarians for the refurbished library, helping children check out books to share with their families at home.
The library is designed for the new English curriculum and to encourage a love of reading.
Sarah Smith, Key Stage Two teacher, said: “The librarians have worked hard on their training and are enjoying taking the lead and promoting reading. The curriculum aims to ensure pupils develop the habit of reading widely, for pleasure and information.”
The new library comes as the school counts down to its 150th anniversary next year.


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A big clump of stock in LyondellBasell (NYSE:LYB) is up for sale. One of the company's major shareholders, Apollo Management Holdings -- an affiliate of Apollo Global Management (NYSE:APO) -- is unloading 16.5 million ordinary shares in an underwritten public offering at a price of $68 per share. All told, Apollo Management Holdings should reap net proceeds of roughly $1.1 billion from the issue.
Additionally, Apollo Management Holdings has informed LyondellBasell that it is to sell a further 8.5 million shares in a private transaction.
In the press release announcing the news, LyondellBasell stressed that it will receive no monies from the offering, as it is not the selling party.
Barclays unit Barclays Capital is the sole underwriter of the issue, which is expected to close on August 6.
At the moment, LyondellBasell has 575.3 million shares outstanding, and its stock most recently closed just under the offering's price at $67.99 per share.

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We spent the end of a much-needed weekend vacation at the beach relaxing. The water was rough but beautiful to watch as the high tide rolled in. It didn’t take me long to feel like a baked potato chip in the sun, so after a brief swim, we packed up and left. Our final stop was a local favorite called The Garlic. It was surprisingly large with several outdoor brick ovens. The inside is an eclectic mix of lighting and decor completed by live music. Outside is a large seating area near the bar packed with happy customers. It’s typical to wait nearly two hours for a table, and they don’t take reservations, so the outdoor seating makes a perfect spot to relax and smell the food cooking in the numerous ovens.
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PsiQuantum’s partnership with GlobalFoundries named to Fast Company’s world’s most innovative companies list
(FinanceYahoo) PsiQuantum’s partnership with GlobalFoundries (GF) has been included in Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Inside Quantum Technology shares the announcement below:
PsiQuantum is using GF’s advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities to build the world’s first useful quantum computer, and the Fast Company award recognizes this unprecedented collaboration.
This year’s list honors businesses that are making the biggest impact on their industries and culture as a whole. These companies are creating the future today with some of the most inspiring accomplishments of the 21st century. In addition to the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, 528 organizations are recognized across 52 categories.
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PsiQuantum and GF demonstrated a world-first ability to manufacture core quantum components, such as single-photon sources and single-photon detectors, with precision and in volume, representing a significant milestone in PsiQuantum’s roadmap to deliver a large-scale quantum computer. Fast Company recognized the collaboration between PsiQuantum and GF as one of the 10 most innovative joint ventures of 2022, an award category defined by Fast Company as “the best business pairings, whether one-off collaborations or new companies”.
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For the second year in a row, coinciding with the issue launch, Fast Company will host its Most Innovative Companies Summit on April 26 – 27. The virtual, multi-day summit celebrates the Most Innovative Companies in business and provides an early look at major business trends and an inside look at what it takes to innovate in 2022. Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies issue (March/April 2022) is available online here, as well as in app form via iTunes and on newsstands beginning March 15. The hashtag is #FCMostInnovative.
Sandra K. Helsel, Ph.D. has been researching and reporting on frontier technologies since 1990. She has her Ph.D. from University of Arizona.


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The distribution system is vastly spread in the present age with the primary circuit starting from a sub-station and ending at the customer’s home. At this moment it is known to be the secondary service.
The voltage being received by the customer is of low voltage than that starting from the sub-station as it is divided to many customers along the way.
The voltage being utilized falls within the range of 2300- 35000 volts with huge dependence on the distance it has to cover, the amount of load and the utility standard practice. This makes the voltage distribution most suitable to less far areas.
The voltage transmission is usually carried out at high voltage. The high voltage first enters a transformer which is placed in a sub-station; the voltage gets reduced and after that distributed to various locations. Overhead pole lines or underground networking both ways can be utilized for the placement of conductors to be used during distribution.
Efficient systems to monitor the transmission of voltage have been devised but not the distribution. This is where automated distribution systems can help. The advantages that this system has to offer include:
- A very important benefit is that the load on transmission lines could easily be managed because of these systems during blackouts. Any negligence may result into destabilization of the grid. Managing distribution channels is not well refined but still lots can be achieved with these distribution systems.
- The load demand in industrial and residential areas differs at different times. During the peak hours of voltage utilization, due to the distribution system the load demand can be decreased. This helps manage the load problem.
- Another great thing about this system is that the customers can be notified of the pricing tariff through real-time pricing (RTP). With this knowledge the customer can then manage the energy profile ultimately helping to minimize costs. Customer autonomy and privacy, both are maintained this way.
- Sensor and a control system fitted within the distribution system have led to the reduction in the outage time.
The distribution system has therefore benefitted in providing a way to adjust the loads and also to check for any kind of failure occurring in the system.
Distribution systems are connected to utility databases and other similar distribution system. In the circuit of a distribution network switching devices, voltage controllers and capacitors are all enclosed within a closed circuit control.
The reliability of the system is also increased due to the use of the automated distribution system.
New technologies in the field are continuously being sought. The transformer technology is also being renewed and solid state transformers which are capable of reducing the power being lost during the step-up and step-down voltage alterations.
An off-shot of the automated distribution system is the home automation. The aim of this technology is to provide comfort, ease, efficient management and above all greater security. The system covers the lighting, HVAC, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, appliances, security locks and other systems requiring power. This can also prove to be very helpful if children or elderly or disabled individuals are present in the house.
Smartphone and tablets have played a huge role in the popularization of home automation system.
Through this system all the electrical devices in the home get connected to each other and to run the automation system the technology being employed is similar to that used in home entertainment systems, houseplant and yard watering system, system used to feed pet automatically, the domestic robots and also the system allowing changing of the scenes and environment in our homes. All this utilize the same technology.
These devices can be controlled personally by connecting them to a single computer or even through the internet.
All the devices in connection are integrated in a way that is easy, safe and efficient.
The concept of home automation system has long been around and visible in World Fairs and in science fiction. But the point limiting a more common usage of this concept is the complexity of the system, competition arising between the vendors, a number of incompatibility standards and the ultimate price of the system when dealt with all these issues. The price goes so high that the system can be seen in the home of only a few wealthy individuals or those choosing it as a mere hobby.
The main key points to be looked closely into while developing a distribution network automation system and that to a highly efficient one is the way that the system is going to be built, follow international standards, the requirements of the domestic and the industrial standards on which the system needs to be built, the technology involved in managing the control platform, to manage the information obtained coming from different devices and then to integrate it. The result will be a complete, up-to-date and a well-organized automation system.
The distribution and operation mode of these automation systems will change, also increasing the construction range of the system to build a highly informative, aligned and regulated automation system.
The development capacity of this system is very sustainable. Exceptional output is being expected from these systems with the advancements in these systems.
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"Storytime", the new single from Finnish/Swedish symphonic metallers NIGHTWISH, will be released on Friday, November 11 via Nuclear Blast Records.
In order to "avoid mix-ups" with various things named "Imaginarium", the title of NIGHTWISH's upcoming album and movie has been changed to "Imaginaerum".
The "Imaginaerum" track listing and audio samples of all the songs that are set to appear on the CD will be unveiled in a week.
NIGHTWISH recently inked a new European deal with Nuclear Blast Records. The band's new album, "Imaginaerum", will be released in December. The U.S. version of the CD will be made available through Roadrunner Records.
Regarding the musical direction of the forthcoming album, NIGHTWISH singer Anette Olzon wrote on her official blog, "I think it's a great and varied CD. The feelings in it are great and there are a lot of elements in it, so I am sure it will have many different favorite songs for the listeners since the songs are so different in styles and sound. [2007's] 'Dark Passion Play' is a great album and this one, too, so I don't know yet which one I like more, but, of course, for me personally, this one feels better to do since the songs are more adjusted to my voice and my style."
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The Nassau County Health Department administered 28 doses of an H1N1 vaccine shipment that has since been recalled, a department spokesman said today.
The vaccine, manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur, was pulled this week because its potency didn't meet predetermined standards. Experts, however, say that the recall wasn't related to safety, and those who received it don't need to get a second shot.
The swine flu shots were intended for children from 6-35 months of age.
Nassau's health department received 500 doses of the less-potent vaccine stock, spokesman Wade Sparkman said. Of that, 28 were given to children and 472 are being returned to the manufacturer.
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How’s that saying go? One is none and two is one? Two is more than one.
Two years ago the DP-12 made its debut. It is manufactured in Connecticut by Standard Manufacturing. The DP-12 is a bullpup pump shotgun. Now while the Kel-Tec Shotgun aka KSG and UTAS UTS-15 have made names for themselves a couple years before the DP-12 came out, the DP-12 sets itself apart due to the fact that it has double barrels.
The DP-12 is more similar to the KSG than the UTAS UTS-15. The design and lay out of the DP-12 is very reminiscent of the KSG. The barrels sit directly above the twin magazine tubes. The muzzle end of the DP-12 uses male threaded mag tube end caps similar in design to the KSG.
The action bar lock lever is in front of the trigger guard just like the KSG. You can see it below, it is the object that sits on the front of the trigger guard. You index finger sits above it and you push down, just like the KSG.
Here is a Kel-Tec Shotgun grip for comparison. The DP-12 action bar lock lever is very similar in function to the KSG however the KSG lever is more ergonomic than the DP-12.
Even the lifter bars and action of the DP-12 is remarkably similar to the KSG.
Turning the shotguns over, you can really see how similar they are.
Both shotguns have twin magazine tubes that hold seven rounds of 2&3/4″ shotgun shells. The DP-12 has witness holes along the side of the magazine tubes while the KSG has holes at the top of its tubes.
However the guns are different. The DP-12 barrels are internally threaded for chokes. They seem proprietary since my Mossberg/Winchester chokes and Remington chokes do not fit. The DP-12 Chokes are narrower in diameter. The KSG receiver is made from formed steel where the DP-12 receiver is machined from 7075 aircraft aluminum. At the back of the DP-12, they have a spring loaded recoil pad which greatly aids in cutting the recoil of the shotgun.
The QD socket and Sling loop were added by me.
The recoil pad is not the only feature that aids in mitigating recoil. The DP-12 weighs 9lbs 6oz. While that is 2lbs 7 oz heavier than the KSG, it means inertia is on your side when shooting the DP-12. Since it is heavier, it does not want to move as easily under recoil. The weight of the DP-12 is evenly distributed 50/50 so when you hold the DP-12 with one hand, by the pistol grip, it balances very well.
The DP-12 forend has MOE slots for adding Magpul MOE rails and MOE accessories. This adds much more versatility over the KSG since the only way to attach accessories is the top rail or the bottom rail on the forend. My only issue with the MOE rail slots is due to the installation of MOE accessories. MOE accessories uses a threaded backer plate for the accessory or rail to screw into. This means you need to get the threaded plate behind the slot. So the only way to do this is to remove the forend so you have access to install MOE accessories. They should have gone with the newer M-LOK. That way any accessory or rail that you want to attach does not need to have the forend removed first.
Since the DP-12 has two barrels it has two bolts and two chambers. This means you can load the shotgun up to 14+2. Seven in each tube and one in each chamber. Once chambered and loaded you just pull the single trigger twice. The trigger reset is mechanical so even if the first round does not fire, the trigger can still pull and release the second hammer. The DP-12 is setup to fire the right barrel first then the left barrel. There are some idiosyncrasies with this single trigger/dual hammer sear design. First of all you cannot put the safety on if you only fired the right barrel and not the left. So due diligence of trigger finger discipline is required. You can always actuate the action lock bar lever and empty the unfired round to reset the hammers thus allowing you to put the DP-12 back on safe.
The other unique feature of the DP-12 is its ability to slam fire. After you fire the left barrel, keep holding the trigger back and pump the forend. As soon as the bolt closes the hammer is released and the right barrel will fire. You still have to release and pull the trigger again to fire the left barrel.
Firing bird shot and slugs does not seem the differ in terms of recoil. Now I have only shot 2&3/4″ slugs but the recoil is minimal.
Shooting the DP-12 I have noticed that it is extremely easy to empty this shotgun. Part of it is due to the low recoil but also in the mechanical design that is unique to the DP-12. You can shoot 16 rounds faster than any other pump shotgun simply because you only pump half the time. In fact to unload 16 rounds you are only pumping the gun 7 times. At best I can load up a KSG to 15 rounds but I would have to pump 14 times plus I would have to manually flip the mag tube switch lever after the first 8 rounds (assuming the chamber was loaded at the start and both mag tubes are fully loaded).
Another benefit to the unique design of the DP-12 is the dual chambers. In order to ease in feeding and ejection of spent shotgun shells, there is a divider inbetween the two bolts. This allows the user to load two shells at a time into their respective mag tubes, whereas the KSG will only allow one tube to be loaded at a time. So you spend less time loading the DP-12 than you do the KSG or the UTAS UTS-15.
One aspect where the KSG shines is the takedown. The KSG grip assembly is held in with two frame pins. Once removed, you can remove the stock and then the bolt. The DP-12 on the other hand is held together with an assortment of screws.
Both shotguns are about the same size. The KSG is a bit shorter without the choke adapter.
The KSG is lighter but does not have the sprung recoil pad so the recoil is a bit stronger. The controls are almost identical. The 90 degree safety of the DP-12 is more familiar to me than the cross bolt safety of the KSG. DP-12 beats the KSG in its ability to shoot faster than the KSG. Especially since the KSG requires a manual manipulation to switch magazine tubes.
Price wise the DP-12 is a bit more than the KSG. The KSG can be found on average for about $850. The basic DP-12 starts at $1395. Does that make the KSG better? I don’t think so. If you want a well built tank of a shotgun that can dump rounds in half the time as other pump shotguns then the DP-12 is the way to go. The DP-12 is unique and should be in any gun enthusiast’s collection.
Stay tuned for more. Later I will explain why the top photo has two red dots and in another article I will talk about accessories as well as increasing capacity for the DP-12.


Malaysia Committed to Boost Defence Ties with Indonesia, Says Mat Sabu
Mina News, Jakarta
07 Nov 2018
Malaysia will continue to strengthen further the good defence relations with Indonesia in the interest of both nations, Bernama reported, citing Defence Minister, Mohamad Sabu.
The existing ties should be enhanced in all aspects of defence including those involving the relations of defence companies of the two countries, he said.
“The participation of Malaysia in the ‘Indo Defence 2018’ exhibition for example proved the commitment of Malaysia to boost the existing relations.
“It is also hoped Malaysia’s participation will attract the participation of defence companies to join Lima’19 (2019 Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition),” he said.
Mohamad was speaking at the launch of the Malaysian Pavilion in conjunction with Indo Defence 2018 at Jakarta International Expo at Kemayoran here.
This is the fourth time Malaysia is participating in the biennial event after making a debut in 2012.
The Malaysian Pavilion is put up by the Defence Ministry with the cooperation of the Malaysian Industry for Defence Enforcement and Security (MIDES) as well as EN Projects (M) Sdn Bhd, DSA Exhibition & Conference Sdn Bhd, Deftech, Sapura, Westar, Systematic Aviation, Aerospace Technology Systems Corporation and Advanced Defence Systems.
Meanwhile EN Projects (M) Sdn Bhd chairman Tan Sri Mohd Anwar Mohd Nor said their participation in the exhibition was to promote LIMA’19 which would be held from March 26 to 30 2019.
“So far almost 90 per cent of the 325 group of defence companies had confirmed their participation.
“Four aerobatic teams from Russia, South Korea, China and Indonesia have also confirmed coming,” he said.
In this regard, DSA Exhibition & Conference Sdn Bhd chairman, Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin said the Malaysian Pavilion was also to promote DSA 2020 (Defence Services Asia 2020).
“We are starting early to promote DSA 2020, here (Jakarta), as DSA 2020 is very significant with the leadership of Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, which is the year for us to achieve developed nation status,” he said.


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On March 30, at Xiaomi’s 2021 spring new product launch conference, Lei Jun really mentioned building a car.
Although it was only on January 15 this year that Xiaomi began to seriously investigate and build cars,
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The official Lei Jun announced the building of the car and demonstrated strong “banknote capabilities”.
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The company plans to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary to be responsible for the smart electric vehicle business.
The initial investment is RMB 10 billion, and the investment is estimated to be USD 10 billion in the next 10 years.
Mr. Lei Jun, the CEO of the Group, will concurrently serve as the CEO of the smart electric vehicle business.
In addition, what shocked many friends was that Lei Jun also showed Xiaomi’s “first car” at the press conference.
To everyone’s surprise, this car is a RV with Mijia smart facilities inside. , To provide the best smart car experience for rice noodles.
There is also a lot of history about this RV. At the end of last year, I did a small event: Lei Jun’s New Year’s wishes.
A rice noodle named Pirates of the Caribbean wanted to travel around China in a Xiaomi RV. Lei Jun thought it was cool and agreed.
So the engineer team spent three months transforming this RV, and there is the latest Xiaomi logo on the outside , and the car has become Xiaomi’s “first car“.
Seeing such a scene, many netizens couldn’t help but ridicule, “Young people’s first RV”, “Satisfying young people’s two wishes at once, having a car and a house”.
But the joke is a joke, after Xiaomi enters the vehicle manufacturing industry,
the first model of the layout will certainly not be a RV with a smaller audience.
So in your opinion, what kind of car will Xiaomi, which once pursued the ultimate cost-effectiveness,
build first after setting foot in the automotive industry?
Or can the pricing of the first model be labeled as “Young People’s First XX”?


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- Birth Date
- 21 October 1831
- Death Date
- 16 April 1901
John Kaspar Loosli
His given name is "John C." in Journal History; from Switzerland; surname was changed to "Loosle" after arriving in the United States. He is referred to as "Hans Kaspar" in the English translation of his brother Ulrich's letter.
- Age at Departure: 28
- Head of Household
- Emigration list for Spring, 1860.
- Journal History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Supplement after 31 December 1860, 22.
- Loosli, Ulrich, History of Ulrich Loosli, 1-4. (Trail excerpt from "Pioneer History Collection" available at Pioneer Memorial Museum [Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum], Salt Lake City, Utah. Some restrictions apply.)
- "The Immigration," Deseret News, 15 August 1860, 189.
- Ulrich Loosli letter in Our Pioneer Heritage vol. 11, 248-250.

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American Momentum Bank is financing part of the TownePlace Suites project with a $17.3 million construction loan
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 5, 2019) -- HG Management recently broke ground on a $28.3-million TownePlace Suites by Marriott extended-stay hotel in downtown Orlando.
The six-story, nearly 73,000-square-foot property with 110 guest rooms will be located at 51 Columbia Street. The hotel is adjacent to Orlando Health’s main campus and next door to a new Hampton Inn & Suites, also developed by HG Management.
American Momentum Bank is the only bank involved with the project, providing a $17.3 million construction loan to assist with financing the $22.65 million of construction costs.
“The South Downtown market is going through quite a bit of revitalization,” said Jeff Meehan, partner of Tampa-based HG Management. “The Hampton Inn next door has exceeded everyone’s wildest expectations, and we know this area has enough activity to support hotels. TownePlace Suites is a great product and this new property will be in a great location.”
In addition to the construction loan from American Momentum Bank and HG Management’s own funding, Orlando Health is an equity partner in the TownePlace Suites project and was also involved in the development of the neighboring Hampton Inn & Suites.
"We are pleased to partner with HG Management on this project," said Matt Taylor, Vice President Asset Strategy for Orlando Health. "The Hampton Inn has been a welcomed addition to our downtown campus, serving our patients’ families and visitors. The new TownePlace Suites will further enhance hospitality options for the Downtown South neighborhood."
American Momentum Bank has provided HG Management with financing for two projects over the last several years, totaling $25 million.
“HG Management’s ability to identify opportunities, design buildings of the highest quality and manage the process from concept to completion is second-to-none,” said American Momentum Bank Tampa Bay Market President Porter Smith. “We are proud to work with such a top-notch developer and look forward to helping meet a big need for this hotel segment in downtown Orlando.”
“The American Momentum team is very relationship-oriented,” said Mike Gratz, partner with HG Management. “While they’re not technically a partner, they are absolutely interested in the success of our development.”
The TownePlace Suites property is expected to be completed in May 2020.


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Therefore hear me now, my children, And do not depart from the words of my mouth. Remove your way far from her, And do not go near the door of her house, Proverbs 5:7-8 (NKJV)
In this section Solomon stresses the importance of what he is about to say. He tells his son to never depart from this one piece of advice about temptation. Run away! Run fast, run far, and run away. He goes on to tell him not to even go near her house. He doesn’t say, don’t go in her house. He says don’t even go near the door to her house. Stay as far away from temptation as you can.
The idea is that we should be very careful not to even put ourselves in a place where we could be tempted. When it comes to sexual temptation, this isn’t the time to say, “I can handle it.” This isn’t the place to say, “I’ll keep it from going that far.” No, Solomon says don’t even go near. Don’t put yourself in a position to be unfaithful. The Bible gives us lots of warnings about this.
“Do not enter the path of the wicked, And do not walk in the way of evil. Avoid it, do not travel on it; Turn away from it and pass on.” Proverbs 4:14-15 (NKJV)
“Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.” 2 Timothy 2:22 (NKJV)
Do you see the same picture here? Don’t even go near… Flee from it…Run away…Don’t put yourself in that position…
Why is it so important that we flee from temptation?
For why should you, my son, be enraptured by an immoral woman, And be embraced in the arms of a seductress? Proverbs 5:20 (NKJV)
The word “enraptured” in my New King James is also translated as “captivated” New Living Translation & New International Version, “intoxicated” English Standard Version.
It is an interesting word that carries with it the idea of inadvertently straying away. In other words, the person that becomes intoxicated or captivated or enraptured doesn’t set out to stray but they do. This word is often used to describe the errors people make when they are drunk.
I think this is a great way to see what happens when someone allows themselves to get too close to someone who is not their spouse. The people who plan to destroy their marriage through infidelity are few and far between. In fact, I think it’s pretty safe to say that most never really intended for it to get that far. They let it go that far not because they are trying to destroy their marriage but because they have allowed themselves to become “enraptured”, “captivated” or “intoxicated” in lust for another person.
Think about how a drunk person acts. Drunk people are basically driven by instinct. I’m personally convinced that the way a person acts when they are drunk, is probably the best picture of who they really are that you’ll ever see. People don’t get drunk and become racists. They are racists that know that sort of behavior is not acceptable and so they keep guards up to keep it from coming out. The alcohol lowers those guards and allows them to be who they really are.
People don’t get drunk and become violent. They are naturally violent people who know that sort of behavior is not acceptable and so they keep guards up to keep it from coming out. The alcohol lowers those guards and allows them to be who they really are. People don’t get drunk and become obnoxious loudmouths. They are obnoxious loudmouths that know that sort of behavior is not acceptable and so they keep guard up to keep it from coming out. The alcohol lowers those guards and allows them to be who they really are. A person that is intoxicated with alcohol operates on almost pure instinct. They think it and so they say it or they do it.
In a similar way, a person that is “enraptured”, “captivated” or “intoxicated” in lust is going to operate on an almost instinctual level as well. They have become inflamed by lust and so they are going to find a release. Once they allow themselves to get to the place that they are “enraptured”, “captivated” or “intoxicated” in lust, they are going to act on their instinctual sexual impulses and find a release for this urge that is driving them. They are going to find a release by looking at the pornographic website. They are going to find a release by acting on their sexual desire for this other person. This is why it is so important that we completely remove ourselves from this point of temptation.
For further study read Matthew 5:27-30.
How does Jesus explain the spirit behind the law against adultery?
How does He say to guard against it?
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Yellowstone Angler is the place to go to find the best gear and the most knowledgeable guides for fly fishing in Southwest Montana! Whether you are looking to float the Yellowstone River, wade fish one of the Paradise Valley Spring Creeks or hike and strike in Yellowstone National Park, you’ll enjoy spending a day on the water with one of Montana’s best fly fishing guides. At the Yellowstone Angler, we act as booking agents, not only for some of the best fly fishing guides in Montana on staff but also for Montana outfitters who operate under their own license. This means we are able to book both guides and outfitters that have over 500 days experience on the waters we book. We’re eager to help you enjoy all that the outdoors has to offer, whether you are trying fly-fishing for the first time or are a seasoned veteran.
The best way to book your trip is to call us at 406-222-7130 and discuss your plans in detail. Logan Brown is our guide booking manager, but any of us here at the shop can help you set up your trip. Even if you’re not quite ready to book a trip, please feel free to give us a call — we’re always happy to talk fishing and can hopefully steer you in a good direction of where to go to achieve your fishing goals. You can also e-mail us at [email protected] or send a letter to Yellowstone Angler, P.O. Box 629, Livingston, Montana 59047.
Give us an idea of the time you are considering for your trip, the number of guests, and the number of days you would like to be accompanied by one of our guides. It is important to book as early as possible, especially if you would like to fish with your favorite guides. Spring creek reservations in particular are very limited. We’ll do our best to line you up with the outfitter or guide of your choice, but keep in mind that returning clients retain the option to rebook their favorite outfitter or guide for the next year. If clients do not exercise this option at the end of their trip or make other arrangements, we book our guides on a first-come, first-served basis.
We will be happy to create a custom itinerary that is perfect for you and make all the necessary reservations for you on private waters we fish including the spring creeks, Burns Lake, and other local private lakes. During peak season, a little flexibility with your schedule goes a long way. Be sure to ask us about our favorite local accommodations.
Once we set up an itinerary for your trip, we’ll send it your way for approval by email or letter. We’ll try to make whatever revisions you request. Once we have your trip set, we’ll charge a deposit of $150 per guide per day to your credit card. You can also send us a check or money order if you prefer. The remaining balance is due at the conclusion of your trip.
Float Trips: Major “blue ribbon” rivers including the Yellowstone, Bighorn, Madison, Missouri, Jefferson, Gallatin, Ruby, Boulder, and Stillwater rivers. Most of these call for McKenzie style drift boats, but the smaller rivers may require a raft depending on the time of year. We also use boats to fish local and private lakes.
Wade Trips: Some of the finest fishing close to Livingston are the famous Paradise Valley Spring Creeks: Armstrong’s, DePuy’s, and Nelson’s. These spring creeks are on private ranches and the owners charge rod fees of $40-$125 depending on the season and property. Other good streams we wade fish are the Boulder River, West Boulder River, Stillwater, Gallatin River, East Gallatin, and a handful of streams we don’t mention online!
Yellowstone National Park Trips: We are one of only a few select fly shops that maintain a commercial use fishing license inside Yellowstone National Park. This allows our Yellowstone fly fishing guides to take you to superb rivers and streams within Yellowstone National Park including Slough Creek, the Lamar, Soda Butte, the Madison, the Firehole, and many others. Those who are willing to “hike and strike” will experience some of the most remote and beautiful streams in the country.
Private Lake Trips: We have always strived to find or create new and interesting properties to fish that other outfitters may not know about or have access to. Fishing one of these private lakes out of a boat is a great way to add some variety to a 3-4 day trip.
Fly fishing in Yellowstone National Park has also become a popular destination for returning clients. We have many “hike and strike” rivers and streams that require anywhere from a 50-foot hike to a 10-mile round trip hike. Seeing and fishing in YNP is a special treat that all anglers should try at least once.
Typically, guides utilize McKenzie style drift boats, the finest craft for float fishing the Yellowstone and other large rivers in Montana like the Madison River, the Missouri River, the Bighorn River, and others. On some of the smaller, rockier streams that are more difficult to navigate, the guides use inflatable rafts that are comfortably equipped for anglers. Depending on the river and the conditions, we’ll often stop to wade fish the better riffles and runs. You can choose between a quick lunch (typically some kind of sandwich), or you can choose to relax while our guides prepare a gourmet streamside lunch while you enjoy the spectacular views of the Absaroka Mountains and Montana’s Paradise Valley.
The guides and outfitters we work with go to great lengths to make your lunch a memorable part of the fishing day. At the time of your booking please specify if you have any allergies, dietary concerns or requests. The guide fee also includes a shuttle, so that you can get on the river more quickly and have the guide’s rig at your take out at the end of your float. Please note that half-day trips do not include lunch, but your guide will have a cooler with beverages for the day and space for you to bring your own snacks.
If you wish to pay your deposit with a check, we must receive the check within two weeks from the day you make the booking. This option is only available for bookings at least 2 months in advance. In the event that we have not heard from you, or received any deposit, we will make one more effort to contact you. If we have not received a deposit within two weeks from the date the booking was made, we will be forced to cancel all of your reservations.
Once the deposit has been received, we will send you a detailed itinerary that will serve as your confirmation letter. Additional deposits may be required for private waters, and these must be made by separate check. We’ll detail all this and more for you later.
Deposits are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to your trip. Within 30 days of your trip, we will still refund in full if we can rebook the outfitters or guides (or re-book the dates reserved on private waters) for the days you have canceled. We do ask that you contact us immediately if you need to either change your dates or to have your booking canceled. This will give us more lead time to re-book the guide, which will help us get you your deposit back.
If you must cancel within one week of your trip, we will require full payment for the guide fees for those days you have booked and charge your credit card on file for the entire balance. We must do this to protect the guides and outfitters for lost days in the prime of the season. We will then make every effort possible to re-book your guides for the days that were canceled. If we are able to re-book the guides for the days you had to cancel, we will refund 100% of your deposit or apply it to another upcoming trip, whichever you prefer.
Final payments for your trip can be made at our shop. You can pay us at that time with cash, check or by using your credit card. We maintain a separate account for the outfitters and guides, and these payments will be kept separate from your bill for flies, tackle and other equipment. Remember to bring some cash to tip your guides.
We are often asked how much anglers should tip their guides: $100 to $150 a day is what most of the guides average, so use those figures as guidelines.

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Preparing for the post-Covid world
In these unprecedented times, once senior executives have arrived at a lucid analysis of the economic, financial and commercial situation of their company, they need to look to the future.
The various emergency measures introduced (partial unemployment, government-backed loans, deferred expenses, etc.) should help them weather this difficult passage, as long as a return to
normal is not too long in coming.
These measures, coupled with the temporary easing of the law on distressed companies, must not cast a veil over the reality of the situation businesses face and the scale of their difficulties.
The freezing of a company s cessation of payments status as at 12 March 2020, access to a safeguarding procedure even when the
cessation of payment status is largely exceeded, the automatic extension of conciliation procedures to 5 months... are all praiseworthy attempts at easing the law on distressed companies. Yet these same measures may also lead executives astray and into inappropriate actions.
It is vital to be able to arrive at the objective findings and analyses that will enable senior executives to
take advantage of the right support tools, either within a confidential preventive framework (ad hoc mandate and conciliation) or as part of insolvency proceedings (accelerated financial safeguard (SFA) or administration).
Furthermore, the current crisis will inevitably result in a wave of business sell-offs. For some, these disposals will offer very real solutions for keeping their core activity going, and
will provide corresponding external growth opportunities for others. Order n°2020-596 dated 20 May 2020 conveniently sets out to accelerate the implementation of company sell-off plans, but also to allow the possibility, under the supervision of the public prosecutor, of management buy-outs.
Whatever the circumstances, analysis and anticipation are, as ever, the key words.
What remedies are available to distressed companies?
Quite apart from the stunning effect of the widespread close-down of commercial premises and public buildings, and the slowing even complete halting of work on construction sites, the life-blood of the country s economy, we come back to the consequences of Covid-19 for the real estate sector.
Building, buying and holding a real estate asset that can be sold or rented always offers a certain security, although renting might have seemed a risky option if lockdown and working from home meant that the premises could not be occupied.
Government ordinances have mitigated the effect of penalty clauses, but they have done nothing to address either the consequences of the crisis, or what the post-Covid world will look like. As far as construction projects are concerned, completion dates, costs and penalties will be the key issues.
Residential: while buyers might be keen to hold off on buying, tenants will still need somewhere to live, and then there are the government s wide- ranging incentives for
household energy-saving improvements, launched to kickstart the economy.
Hotels, restaurants, shops: it is too early as yet to determine the impact on rental values or marketability. On the other hand, there will be issues over rents and rental expenses while the Covid threat continues, with administrative closures, possible company insolvencies and a reduction in surface areas rented. The one word of advice that counts is: negotiate! Discussion, or even mediation or arbitration, will always prove speedier than litigation. And the Real Estate law Department will be here to help.
Impact on the real estate sector
In the light of the extraordinary times we are living in, structural measures have been introduced to help the public sector overcome the difficulties caused by the crisis: management and organisation of public services, processing of applications, management of litigation proceedings, personnel management, the exercise of police powers, deployment of health
measures following the release from lockdown, etc. The Public Law Department is fully mobilised to help you resume activities under the best possible conditions.
Carrying on from the series of news analyses introduced to help you deal with the Covid-19 crisis, this now includes an analysis in its June newsletter of the measures extending the state of health emergency
to 24 July and governing the gradual resumption of activity as the lockdown eases.
It offers a presentation of the new measures introduced, which have opted for a gradual resumption of procedural deadlines on matters of urban planning and public procurement; new measures on the organisation of administrative jurisdictions;
the organisation of teleworking for public servants; the running of municipal councils and the second round of the municipal elections; the exercise of police powers and the management of public services.
What about public services?

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