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Netanyahu accuses Iran of dismantling secret nuclear weapons site
Prime minister says Tehran 'wiped out' the clandestine facility after it was discovered by Israeli agents.
Iran was clandestinely developing nuclear weapons but destroyed a secret site after Israel discovered it, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu alleged on Monday.
Iran quickly refuted the Israeli leader's accusation.
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Tehran had been developing atomic arms at a facility in Abadeh, south of Iranian city of Isfahan, said Netanyahu.
It was the first time the prime minister identified the site after publicly accusing Iran of trying to build a bomb last year while citing a trove of Iranian documents allegedly stolen by Israeli agents from an Iranian warehouse.
"In this site, Iran conducted experiments to develop nuclear weapons," Netanyahu said, adding after Israeli intelligence found out about it, "they destroyed the site. They just wiped it out".
The prime minister did not provide further details on the alleged experiments, or say when they purportedly were held.
In comments directed at Iranian officials he added: "Israel knows what you're doing, Israel knows when you're doing it, and Israel knows where you're doing it."
Uranium particles
His accusation came as the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reportedly found traces of uranium at a site that Iran had yet to explain.
The UN nuclear watchdog told Iran on Monday there was no time to waste in answering its questions, which diplomats say include how traces of uranium were found at the facility that was not declared to the agency.
Diplomats said the uranium particles ended up at what Tehran claimed was a carpet-cleaning facility.
Netanyahu, who strongly opposed a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, made the remarks in a televised speech about a week before a general election in Israel, in which he is in a tight race to win another term.
The prime minister first pointed to the site last year calling it a "secret atomic warehouse" and saying it had housed unspecified radioactive material that had since been removed.
"I call on the international community to wake up, to realise that Iran is systematically lying," Netanyahu said. "The only way to stop Iran's march to the bomb, and its aggression in the region, is pressure, pressure and more pressure."
Iran on Monday rejected Netanyahu's claim saying he was seeking a pretext for war.
"The possessor of real nukes cries wolf," Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said in a tweet, a reference to Israel's own presumed nuclear arsenal.
The possessor of REAL nukes cries wolf—on an ALLEGED "demolished" site in Iran
He & #B_Team just want a war, no matter innocent blood & another $7 TRILLION
Remember his "GUARANTEE" of "positive reverberations" in '02?
This time, he assuredly won't be on the sidelines watching. pic.twitter.com/LsR6PYkZZs
— Javad Zarif (@JZarif) September 9, 2019
Enriching uranium
The IAEA said Iran was starting to follow through on its pledge last week to further breach the landmark 2015 accord, this time installing more advanced centrifuges and moving towards enriching uranium with them, which the deal bans.
Details of IAEA inspections are confidential and the agency generally does not comment on them. But the IAEA's acting chief made clear in meetings in Tehran on Sunday he pushed Iran to improve cooperation with the UN non-proliferation watchdog.
"Time is of the essence," Cornel Feruta told a news conference. "I think that was a message very well understood," he said of his meetings with officials – including Iran's foreign minister and its nuclear energy chief.
The IAEA has told member states Iran has had two months to answer its questions, though it has only given a general description of the issue because it is confidential.
At the same time, the Vienna-based IAEA has not yet sounded the alarm because such questions are part of a painstaking process that can often take many months.
"We are very, let's say rigorous, meticulous and we are faithful to our mandate," Feruta said, without going into specifics.
In response to punishing US sanctions imposed after Washington withdrew from the nuclear deal in May last year, Iran has been breaching the limits it imposed on its atomic activities step by step.
China – a signatory to the nuclear deal along with France, Germany, Britain and Russia – called on the US to "give up its wrong approach such as unilateral sanctions and extreme pressure against Iran".
"At the same time, all parties to the agreement should also commit themselves to the [deal's] full and effective implementation," foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying told reporters in Beijing.
"We hope that the relevant parties can meet at halfway and push for the easing of tensions around the Iranian nuclear issue," Hua added.
'Irresponsible policies'
Meanwhile, Iran's UN ambassador accused the US on Monday of violating the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty by modernising its nuclear weapons instead of moving towards disarmament.
Ambassador Majid Takht Ravanchi cited progress in achieving a universal ban on nuclear explosions and the broader objective of nuclear disarmament but said "unfortunately, currently, there are two alarming races: new nuclear arms race and nuclear arms modernisation race".
He told Monday's UN General Assembly's commemoration of the International Day Against Nuclear Tests that "irresponsible policies" such as those of the US "are detrimental to all international efforts towards nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, and therefore must come to an end".


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These easy apple pie bites are made mini and perfect for lunches, desserts, or even snacks!
Remember that 90 degree week I was telling you about last week? The one that had me making these key lime pie dessert shooters because it was too horrifically hot to turn on the oven? Yeah. I'm over it. Temps dropped to normal for the southern belle out of water and we're cruisin' in the 80s with almost no humidity which makes me happy as a clam. And also has me turning the oven on. Crankin' up the oven had me producing these amazeballs better-than-a-box brownies. And now these apple pie bites.
I'm the kind of person who is ready for fall again on the first day of winter. I love absolutely everything about fall. The weather, football, apples, the beauty of the changing leaves, hoodies, apples, Halloween, pumpkins, apples, fall festivals, bon fires. Did I mention apples?
You know how the internet sort of explodes with pumpkin everything in the fall? This is me and apples. Now that I've found out how cheap apples are here during apple season you should expect at least 1 apple recipe a week. Don't laugh. I'm really not kidding. Apples are easily my favorite fruit and they taste good so many different ways. I'm obsessed with making apple chips because they're easy and delicious and the perfect crunchy snack. I have already prepped the roommates on the apple chip extravaganza that will be happening here once apples are 99 cents a pound.
But enough about those apple-y things. Let's dig into these apple-y things. Because oh my woooooooord. These pie bites are so much more
satisfying dangerous than making an entire apple pie because you will literally eat half a pie's worth before you even know it. Kind of like the danger of mini cupcakes. Can you tell how much I don't care? Really. Zero caring going on over here about my apple pie bite obsession.
They come together super fast and you can use your favorite pie crust recipe or refrigerated crusts. Whatever your fancy. I like to use my favorite pie crust that I use for my poptarts. You can make these as big or as small as you want but I use a 2 inch cookie cutter (aff) for almost literally bite sized pies. Two bites. Gone. Delicious. No regrets.
What is your favorite seasonal fruit?
Easy Apple Pie Bites
- 9 inch pie crust recipe
- 1 medium apple, diced small
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbs brown sugar
- 2 Tbs sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Make and roll out your pie crust to ¼" thickness and using a 2" circle cookie cutter cut 36 circles and set aside.
- Core and finely dice your apple. The smaller the pieces the easier they'll fit on the pie crust rounds. Toss diced apple in lemon juice, sugars, and cinnamon. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Add a Tbs of apple filling to the center of each pie crust circle and top with a second circle.
- Seal edges using a fork and carefully cut slits in the top crust so steam can escape.
- Bake at 350 degrees from 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
*Make sure your pie crust recipe makes TWO 9 inch pie crusts. One 9" crust will only give you about 9-10 pies.

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UN IPCC Scientist Richard Courtney, a UN IPCC expert reviewer and a UK based atmospheric science consultant, is featured on page 224 of the U.S. Senate Report of More Than 700 Dissenting Scientists Over Man-Made Global Warming. Below is a guest essay by Courtney.
Certainty and Not Doubt – By Richard Courtney
I have certainty and not doubt.
I am certain that constraining the use of fossil fuels would kill billions of people. Holding the use of fossil fuels at its present level would kill at least 2 billion people, mostly children. And reducing the use of fossil fuels below present levels would kill more millions, possibly billions.
That is not an opinion. It is not a prediction. It is not a projection. It is a certain and undeniable fact, and I explain it as follows.
The use of fossil fuels has done more to benefit human kind than anything else since the invention of agriculture.
Most of us would not be here if it were not for the use of fossil fuels because all human activity is enabled by energy supply and limited by material science.
Energy supply enables the growing of crops, the making of tools and their use to mine for minerals, and to build, and to provide goods, and to provide services.
Material Science limits what can be done with the energy. A steel plough share is better than a wooden one. Ability to etch silica permits the making of acceptably reliable computers. etc.
People die without energy and the ability to use it. They die because they lack food, or housing, or clothing to protect from the elements, or heating to survive cold, or cooling to survive heat, or medical provisions, or transport to move goods and services from where they are produced to where they are needed.
And people who lack energy are poor so they die from pollution, too.
For example, traffic pollution has been dramatically reduced by adoption of fossil fuels. On average each day in 1855 more than 50 tons of horse excrement was removed from only one street, Oxford Street in London. The mess, smell, insects and disease were awful everywhere. By 1900 every ceiling of every room in Britain had sticky paper hanging from it to catch the flies. Old buildings still have scrapers by their doors to remove some of the pollution from shoes before entering
Affluence reduces pollution. Rich people can afford sewers, toilets, clean drinking water and clean air. Poor people have more important things they must spend all they have to get. So, people with wealth can afford to reduce pollution but others cannot. Pollution in North America and Europe was greater in 1900 than in 2000 despite much larger populations in 2000. And the pollution now experienced every day by billions who do not have the wealth of Americans and Europeans includes cooking in a mud hut using wood and dung as fuel when they cannot afford a chimney.
The use of fossil fuels has provided that affluence for the developed world. The developing world needs the affluence provided by the development which is only possible at present by using fossil fuels.
We gained our wealth and our population by means of that use.
The energy supply increased immensely when the greater energy intensity in fossil fuels became available by use of the steam engine. Animal power, wind power and solar power were abandoned because the laws of physics do not allow them to provide as much energy as can be easily obtained from using fossil fuels.
The greater energy supply enabled more people to live and the human population exploded. Our population has now reached about 6.6 billion and it is still rising. All estimates are that the human population will peak at about 9 billion people near the middle of this century.
That additional more than 2 billion people in the next few decades needs additional energy supply to survive. The only methods to provide that additional energy supply at present are nuclear power and fossil fuels. And the use of nuclear power is limited because some activities are difficult to achieve by getting energy from the end of a wire. (If anybody doubts this then I tell them to ask a farmer what his production would be if he had to replace his tractor with a horse or a Sinclair C5).
So, holding the use of fossil fuels at its present level would kill at least 2 billion people, mostly children. And reducing the use of fossil fuels would kill more millions, possibly billions.
Improving energy efficiency will not solve that because it has been known since the nineteenth century that improved energy efficiency increases energy use: as many subsequent studies have confirmed.
Related Links:
Flashback 2002: U.S. Environmentalist Laments Introduction of Electricity in Africa
Flashback 2002: Jerry Brown says 'it's not viable' for poverty stricken developing world to emulate prosperity of U.S.
Ugandan Activist: 'African life span is lower than it was in U.S. and Europe 100 years ago. But Africans told we shouldn't develop' because wealthy Western nations are 'worried about global warming': Excerpt: 'Telling Africans they can't have electricity and economic development – is immoral'
Flashback 2003: S. African Activist: Poor countries should just say: 'Go to hell' to Wealthy Western Nations: 'If you don't want us to fill in our wetlands, then you bomb your big cities like Washington, a third of Holland and Rotterdam and so on, and restore them to being swamps'
Flashback 2002: UN Earth Summit's Failure Called 'Good Thing' For Poor Nations: Excerpt: The first world became rich without the IMFs and World Banks, and the less of them that are around, the more likely the Third World is to do the same."
It is a moral issue! – 'People cannot cook'…Chad's Global Warming Inspired Ban on Charcoal leads to 'Desperate' Families! – January 16, 2009
Poor Kenyans rebel as UK grocery store's "carbon friendly" policies may stop food exports
India: 'It is morally wrong for us to reduce emissions when 40% of Indians do not have access to electricity'
Report: 'Green, UN, rich nation and African elites impose deadly anti-development colonialism' – June 8, 2009
Greenpeace Leader: There is urgent need for the suppression of economic growth in U.S…'Lifestyle of the rich in the world is not a sustainable model' – August 20, 2009
Flashback 2002: Average American Lifestyle Called "Total Bull—t" by Environmentalist – Excerpt: 'If anyone in a developing country looks to the U.S. and wants a lifestyle like the average American–it's total bull—t!'
Gore: U.S. Climate Bill Will Help Bring About 'Global Governance' – July 10, 2009
Former EU Environment Minister Margot Wallstrom: 'Kyoto is about the economy, about leveling the playing field for big businesses worldwide'
'Climate Justice…the underlying principle for global equity'
Canadian Prime Minster Stephen Harper once dismissed UN's Kyoto Protocol as a 'socialist scheme'
Flashback 2000: Actor Chevy Chase Says 'Socialism Works' — 'Cuba might prove that'
Black clergymen protest Robert Redford 'link his environmentalism to racism'
Obama Advisor Warren Buffett 'repeats criticism of cap and trade, saying it would be a huge, regressive tax'
Wash. Post's Moment of Clarity: In Poorer Nations, Energy Needs Trump Climate Issues – September 9, 2009 – Excerpt: Millions of people are eager to buy their first washing machines, refrigerators and air conditioners…dearth of power hinders prosperity. […] Some environmentalists see a chance for Asian and African countries to take the lead in developing renewable energy technologies such as solar and wind power, bypassing Western energy models based largely on coal and oil. But many economic experts here are doubtful that will happen. "The United States and Europe have had the energy they needed to grow and develop," said William Bissell, a prominent Indian entrepreneur and author of "Making India Work." "But we haven't had our 21st century yet."


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Slam Poetry Speaks Truth to Power in Seattle
Seattle's Rain City Poetry Slam has the antidote to frustration with the system, and it's loud, proud, and resilient. On April 19th at Hale's Ales Palladium, nine of Seattle's best poets will face off in the Grand Slam Championship, a no-holds-barred literary showdown to see who will represent Seattle at the 2017 National Poetry Slam.
A group of five judges will decide which of the nine competitors will go on to represent Seattle at the National Poetry Slam in Denver, CO.
Established in 2013, Rain City Poetry Slam is an all-ages event committed to providing safety, community, and a microphone to all people, especially those who don't get a voice in the mainstream arts world.
Rain City's using the high-octane appeal of the Grand Slam to fundraise not only for nationals, but to serve the broader Seattle community. Earlier this year, Rain City launched a teaching fellowship program in partnership with Renton Academy, working with youth to develop their powers of self-expression. Rain City's second fellowship program, underway now, focuses on bringing the activism and art of spoken word poetry to students of color at Cornish College of the Arts. These programs serve as small steps to address the generational imbalance of access in marginalized communities.
"When Rain City was a brand new thing, and we were trying to figure out what our longterm goal was, it was this," says Maya Hersh, one of the slam's co-founders and current head organizers.
The April 19th Grand Slam is headlined by Paul Tran, a Pushcart Prize-nominated Vietnamese American poet whose work explores themes of identity, intergenerational trauma, and sexual violence. "Slam is persuasion. Like great art and activism, the best poems change minds; they give us a new way to think, to live and love each other," Tran says. "They help us decolonize. That's why I do this. That's why the revolution needs poets."
The event begins at 7pm, with tickets available online or at the door.
Rain City Slam happens every Wednesday @ 8pm, Jai Thai on Capitol Hill, 235 Broadway East, Seattle!


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Chummus and Meat
Here's a great Chummus hack! Short on time? Transform store-bought chummus into a culinary masterpiece.
Here's a great Chummus hack! Short on time? Transform store-bought chummus into a culinary masterpiece.
Add a little pizzazz to your chummus!
Serve it on spaghetti or as a spread on Challah (of course our favorite!). Homemade pesto is always a welcome addition to a meal.
The secret to perfectly formed kneidlach: wet hands!
In the jar of a blender, place:
1 cup good quality mayo
¼ cup fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Blend until the basil is well chopped and season to taste. Can be made a day before serving.
I like putting together a crudités platter and placing it on the table just after the challah is served. I find that it gives me some breathing space. I can give my guests some attention, and a light aperitif before I start the "up and down" that usually is the hallmark of my hosting style.
Another great benefit is that I get the kids to eat some veggies right at the beginning of the meal instead of stuffing themselves with challah.
Some fresh ideas for your crudités platter:
Carrot sticks
Kohlrabi sticks
Blanched broccoli
Blanched cauliflower
Steamed asparagus
Cherry tomatoes
Sugar snap peas
Celery sticks
Baby corn
Steamed new potatoes
This is one of those great easy recipes that you will keep on coming back to. It works great as a cocktail party dish appetizer or for a kiddush.
Serves 8
1 eggplant
2 hard boiled eggs
2 onions
1 tbsp oil
Salt to taste
Cut the eggplant in half and bake at 350 with the skin up until soft.
Make two hard-boiled eggs.
Saute the onions in oil.
In a food processor, process the egg into small pieces and remove. Do the same with the eggplant and then with the onions. Combine and add salt to taste. The consistency should be paste-like. This goes great on Challah!
Serves 6-8
1 square of filo dough (25×25 inches or 64×64 cm)
2 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp Dijon seeded mustard
1 tbsp honey
12 pieces of deli – 6 salami and 6 turkey (or enough to cover the dough)
1 onion – sliced and sauted
1 egg yolk
1. Preheat the over to 350 and set aside a pan sprayed with cooking spray.
2. Place the dough on a flat surface.
3. Spread the 2 mustards across the filo dough. Drizzle the honey on top of the mustards. Make sure to leave an inch on top to make rolling a bit easier for you.
4. Layer the deli across the dough on top of the mustard/honey combo. Put the sautéed onions on one end of the dough.
5. Start to roll the dough from the onions to the empty top. Place the fold on the bottom of the pan. Make gentle slits across the deli roll and brush on an egg yolk.
6. Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is golden.
A simple warm cheese is the key to this dish.
I'm actually embarrassed to call this a "recipe." All you need is a loaf of your favorite brand of frozen gefilte fish. You have the option to sprinkle this dish with seasoning if you prefer, but it tastes great on its own. It's so easy to make and is always a crowd pleaser.


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|Spring and Summer Toys - May 13th 2013
These are the Scanimalz! The hottest new collectible plush toy from Wicked Cool Toys.
These cute, cuddly plush animal characters have QR codes on their soft bellies.
Kids and parents can download the free Scanimalz App with tons of fun games for the iOS or the Android. This bridges the gap between soft cuddly collectible toys, technology and playing games on any smart device!
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|Age: All Ages (game/app 4-10)
|Suggested Retail Price: $9.99
|Availability: Series One just launches at specialty stores and Toys "R" Us
|Company: Wicked Cool Toys
|Website: www.scanimalz.com
|Y Glider and Y Fliker
Summer is a great time to get the whole family up and active and outdoors.
Yvolution is all about living "Life through Motion." They make really great durable and safe ride-ons for toddlers through adults.
This is the Y Glider, perfect for our very first riders. It helps with coordination, balance and has a special "lean to steer" method unlike any other scooter (FYI patent-pending).
For older kids, they have the Y Fliker family of self-propelling scooters that will have the whole family wiggling as they ride.
Y Glider is for age 3+ (max weight 44 lbs.)
Y Fliker F1 is for age 5+ (max weight 105 lbs.)
Y Fliker F3 is for age 7+ (max weight 220 lbs.)
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|Age: 3+
|Suggested Retail Price: Y Glider $59.99 | Y Fliker F1 $99.99 | Y Fliker F3 $129.99
|Availability: Available now at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and online at www.Toysrus.com/Yvolution, Target.com, FAO Schwarz and FAO.com, Sport Chalet and SportChalet.com.
|Company: Yvolution
|Website: www.yvolution.com
|VTech InnoTab® 2S Wi-Fi Learning App Tablet
When traveling with kids, its always a good idea to bring something to keep them occupied, and VTechs InnoTab 2S is a great option.
It offers children their very own tablet to keep them entertained and puts them on the fast track to learning.
From downloads to software cartridges, it opens up a world of educational content.
Kids can wirelessly connect to VTech's Learning Lodge and browse through a variety of e-books, apps, games, music, videos and more.
They can even pick their favorites items wirelessly on the InnoTab 2S and send their wish list to Mom and Dads e-mail.
Mom and Dad can approve kids picks, buy them and they appear wirelessly on kids InnoTab 2S.
Also comes equipped with rotating digital camera and video recorder, MP3 player, e-reader, microphone and built-in apps like an augmented reality game and more.
Parents can also track their child's progress on a variety of educational milestones and lessons.
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|Age: 3-9 years old
|Suggested Retail Price: $99.99
|Availability: Now at all retailers nationwide
|Company: VTech
|Website: www.vtechkids.com
|The Wiggles
2013 is an historic time for The Wiggles, the world's most popular children's entertainment group!!
They are in the U.S. for the debut of the new Wiggles lineup-with three new Wiggles, including the very FIRST female Wiggle, Emma Watkins! Emma, Lachlan Gillespie and Simon Pryce will all join founding member and Blue Wiggle Anthony Field for this exciting new era.
There's also a new US tour they're announcing, which is expected to be THE hottest concert ticket of the summer, a new CD launching when they are here in May, and a new DVD, also coming this summer.
The Wiggles have touched the lives of millions of children and families around the world for 21 years! They've sold more than 23 million DVDs and videos, 7 million CDs and 8 million books worldwide!
Especially GREAT for summer - The Wiggles are all about getting kids eating healthy and getting them up and moving through dance. They're known for delighting generations of children and families who are captivated by their unique brand of music, fun and learning!
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|Availability: Now
|Website: www.wiggles.com


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Epoxy Flooring Near Me | Upgrade Your Home's Value With Epoxy Garage Floors In Folsom
If you're looking to increase your home's value while improving the look and functionality of your garage, upgrading to epoxy garage floors is a smart choice. Epoxy coating is a durable and attractive solution that can transform your Folsom garage into a stunning space that you'll enjoy spending time in. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of epoxy flooring and why it's an excellent investment for Folsom homeowners looking to upgrade their homes.
Benefits Of Epoxy Garage Floors
Epoxy garage floors have gained popularity among homeowners in Folsom, CA, and for good reasons. Epoxy is a tough and durable material that can withstand heavy use, making it ideal for high traffic areas like garages. Here are some benefits of installing an epoxy garage floor: Firstly, epoxy garage floors are highly resistant to stains, chemicals, and spills. The surface is easy to clean and maintain, as dirt and grime can be wiped away with a damp cloth. This makes it an ideal choice for homeowners who use their garage as a workshop or storage space. Epoxy floors also prevent oil and other fluids from penetrating the surface, which can be a common problem in traditional concrete floors.
Secondly, epoxy garage floors are available in a range of colors and styles, making it easy to create a customized look. Whether you want a sleek and modern look or a classic style, epoxy can be customized to match your preferences. This versatility is perfect for homeowners who want to add value to their property and make their garage a more attractive and functional space. In addition, epoxy is also resistant to UV rays, which helps prevent fading and discoloration over time. Overall, an epoxy garage floor can provide homeowners in Folsom, CA with a practical and stylish solution for their garage. The durability, easy maintenance, and customization options make it an excellent investment for anyone who wants to improve the appearance and functionality of their garage.
How To Choose The Right Epoxy Garage Floor Coating
If you're looking to upgrade your garage floor, one of the best options is an epoxy coating. However, with so many different types of epoxy coatings available on the market, it can be difficult to know which one is right for your needs. Here are some factors to consider when choosing the right epoxy garage floor coating in Folsom, CA.
First, consider the level of durability you need. If you plan to use your garage as a workshop or for heavy machinery, you'll want a coating that can withstand heavy foot and vehicle traffic. Look for a high solids epoxy coating with a thickness of at least 10 mils. Second, think about the look you want to achieve. Epoxy coatings come in a variety of colors and finishes, including metallic, glossy, and matte. Choose a coating that complements the style of your home and meets your personal preferences. By considering these factors, you can select the right epoxy garage floor coating for your Folsom, CA home.
Another important factor to consider when choosing an epoxy garage floor coating is the prep work that's required. Proper preparation is essential for achieving a durable and long-lasting finish. This includes cleaning and etching the concrete surface to ensure good adhesion, filling any cracks or divots, and applying a primer. Some epoxy coatings require a multi-day application process, while others can be applied in just one day. Consider how much time and effort you're willing to put into the preparation and installation process before making your final decision. Ultimately, by choosing the right epoxy garage floor coating, you can enhance the look and durability of your garage for years to come.
DIY Steps For Installing Epoxy Garage Floors
Installing an epoxy garage floor is an excellent way to transform your dull and boring concrete garage floor into a vibrant and attractive space. Epoxy is a durable and long-lasting material that provides a high-gloss finish and is resistant to stains, spills, and scratches. While it might seem like a daunting task, with the right tools and a bit of patience, you can install an epoxy garage floor by following a few simple steps.
First, prepare the surface of your garage floor by thoroughly cleaning it, repairing any cracks or chips, and grinding the surface to create a rough texture for the epoxy to adhere to. Then, mix the epoxy coating according to the manufacturer's instructions and apply it to the floor using a roller or a squeegee. Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying a second coat, and then let the floor cure for at least 24 hours before walking or driving on it. With a little effort and some attention to detail, you can install a beautiful and long-lasting epoxy garage floor that will enhance the functionality and appearance of your garage for years to come.
Hiring A Professional For Epoxy Garage Floors
Epoxy garage floors are a popular choice among homeowners in Folsom, CA, as they provide durability, strength, and aesthetic appeal. However, installing an epoxy garage floor is not an easy task, and it requires the expertise of a professional to ensure that the job is done correctly. Here are some reasons why hiring a professional for epoxy garage floors in Folsom, CA, is a wise decision.
Firstly, a professional knows the right techniques and tools to use when installing an epoxy garage floor. They have the experience and knowledge to prepare the surface properly, apply the epoxy coating evenly, and create a seamless finish that will last for years. Additionally, a professional will use high-quality materials that will not only provide a beautiful finish but also increase the lifespan of the garage floor. Overall, hiring a professional for epoxy garage floors in Folsom, CA, will save you time and money, as you will avoid costly mistakes and ensure that the job is done right the first time.
Secondly, a professional epoxy garage floor installer in Folsom, CA, will provide a warranty for their work. This means that if any issues arise with your garage floor after installation, the professional will be responsible for fixing the problem at no additional cost to you. This gives you peace of mind and ensures that you are getting a quality product that is backed by a guarantee. Furthermore, a professional will also provide maintenance tips to help you keep your garage floor in top condition, extending its lifespan and reducing the need for repairs or replacements down the line. Ultimately, hiring a professional for epoxy garage floors in Folsom, CA, is a smart investment that will benefit you in the long run.
Maintenance Tips For Epoxy Garage Floors
Epoxy garage floors are popular among homeowners because they offer a durable and attractive surface that can withstand heavy use and resist stains. However, like any flooring surface, epoxy garage floors require maintenance to keep them looking their best. Here are some maintenance tips for epoxy garage floors in Folsom, CA:
Firstly, it's important to keep your epoxy garage floor clean by regularly sweeping or using a dust mop to remove dirt and debris. You can also use a wet mop with a mild detergent to clean the surface. Avoid using harsh cleaners or abrasive tools that can scratch or damage the epoxy coating. Additionally, be mindful of parking hot tires or exposing the surface to harsh chemicals, as they can damage the coating. By following these simple maintenance tips, you can help ensure that your epoxy garage floor remains looking great for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions About Epoxy Garage Floors
Epoxy garage floors have become increasingly popular among homeowners in Folsom, CA, due to their durability, aesthetic appeal, and easy maintenance. However, many people still have questions about this flooring option.
Firstly, one of the most common questions is, "How long will my epoxy garage floor last?" Epoxy floors are extremely durable and can last for several decades with proper maintenance. However, their lifespan also depends on factors such as the amount of foot and vehicle traffic, exposure to sunlight, and the quality of the installation. It's essential to follow the manufacturer's instructions on maintenance, including regular cleaning and avoiding harsh chemicals that can damage the epoxy finish.
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1952 APBA Gold Cup
Lake Washington, Seattle WA, August 9, 1952
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Action on Lake Washington, the world's greatest speedboat water! All through the week, August 4 (the opening day) to August 12, the finale; there will be action for the speed boat fans.
Qualifications for the Gold Cup open Monday, August 4, continue through Thursday, August 7, with each entering craft required to do 75 miles an hour through three laps of the three-mile course.
On Friday, August 8, the outboards go in Andrews Bay —that protected area which Seward Peninsula provides.
Saturday is Gold Cup day with the unlimiteds and limiteds to race in a giant program of eleven heats, three in the Gold Cup, two each in the 48-cubic-inch class, 135-cubic-inch, 225-cubic-inch and 226-cubic-inch inboard classes.
Sunday, August 10, starting at 12:30 p. m., the 100-mile outboard marathon is to be run.
And immediately it is over comes the Seafair Trophy race with the unlimited or Gold Cup boats going again through three 12-mile heats.
Monday and Tuesday, August 11 and 12, in East Channel over that measured mile where Slo-mo-shun IV set her 178.497-mile-an-hour mark, there will be more of those attempts to set new world marks.
How they have tumbled since the Slo-mos entered the picture.
First, in June, 1950, came that awesome 160.3235-miles-an-hour that startled the whole speedboat world. Slo-mo IV set that one off Sand Point.
She then went to Detroit, set a competitive mark of 78.215 m.p.h. in winning the Gold Cup, a heat record (30 miles) of 80.892 m.p.h; a lap record (3 miles) of 86.200 m.p.h. She tumbled all Harmsworth marks, too.
Came the 1951 Gold Cup race on Lake Washington, the advent of Slo-mo-shun V, she the winner of the race with Lou Fageol at the wheel.
She set a new lap record of 97.826 m.p.h.
She set a new heat record of 91.766 m.p.h.
Then came that eventful July 7, 1952, and the 178.497. m.p.h. which Slo-mo IV clicked off to a new world speed mark.
And so we're down to Gold Cup time again.
The powerful Detroit team, the very definite threat of Hurricane IV from Los Angeles, the veteran Miss Birmingham which as Miss Great Lakes won the Gold Cup in 1948, are here seeking to take that great trophy back to Detroit or to Los Angeles.
The answer is a thundering "you'll have to be good" and all the Pacific Northwest, which has adopted those Slo-mos and their valiant crew, is doing the thundering.
The speedboat capital of the United States moved west in 1950 when Stanley Sayres' Slo-mo-shun IV first set a new world speed mark of 160.3235 miles an hour, then invaded Detroit and successfully took first the famous Gold Cup and then the Harmsworth trophy.
Those three feats meant that Seattle and Lake Washington became THE hub around which all unlimited speed-boat racing revolves.
Seattle Yacht Club, under whose burgee Slo-mo-shun IV and last year Slo-mo-shun V raced, is the official holder of both Gold Cup and Harmsworth. That is according to the deed of gift. Not an individual but the yacht club to which the owner belongs is proud possessor of these trophies.
The combination then developed by which Greater Seattle, Inc., promoter of Seattle's Seafair, which had the financial ability to stage the great race, and Seattle Yacht Club, in theory the manager of the regattas, joined in the gigantic test.
A Greater Seattle-Seattle Yacht Club Gold Cup committee, headed by Jerry Bryant, vice-president of Greater Seattle, Inc., was set up.
Seattle Outboard Association joined up, added both its annual big regatta and, with the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, the newly created 100-mile outboard marathon to the Seafair picture.
To insure that there will ever be an unlimited race here the Seafair Trophy was created, it the handsomest trophy ever put up for such an event.
The committee formed by Bryant and Dr. R. Philip Smith, commodore of Seattle Yacht Club, took in men long connected with speedboat racing and organizational work.
Art Shorey, president of Seattle Outboard Association, did the surveys, laid out the course. Lin Ivey, named vice-chairman of the committee, coordinated preparation of the course in which the U. S. Coast Guard and U. S. Navy offered important materiel and manpower. Frank Morris handled course patrol coordination in which U. S. Coast Guard plays the important part. Seattle Harbor Patrol helps out. Seattle police department, fire department and King County sheriff's office contribute, too.
Ross Merrill took over the tremendous detail of registration and reservations, was named a vice-chairman of the committee. Latham Goble bossed the pits, this year gave way to Don Cooney in that big job.
Howard Richmond handles the official and spectator barges. Conrad Knutson heads the entertainment of the hundreds of guests, the big presentation banquet set for Saturday night after the Gold Cup. Cliff Harrison bossed a committee handling press facility.
Stanly Donogh does the trophy procuring. Mid Chism and Andy Joy head the official committee. Ken Metcalf is the financial officer. Russ Gibson handles the log boom to which spectator craft make fast.
Along with these and dozens of others who assist are Stanley S. Sayres, the Slo-mo man, and Dr. R. Philip Smith, Seattle Yacht Club's commodore, in advisory capacities. Charles Jones, Seattle Yacht Club manager, acts as secretary.
The committee's first action was to obtain the very best in the way of officials. Mel Crook, associate editor of Yachting, nationally known yachting magazine, was named as referee. Al Hart, considered the outstanding authority in the country on boats, was named measurer. Otto Crocker, a Californian of long experience and the man who developed the timing clock used in all such events, handles that end.
All these men as a committee start their work early in January, are at it continually until the big race and all its related events are out of the way.
Nature played an important part in making Seattle and Lake Washington a natural. Lake Washington's usually placid waters make for the finest course possible. The miles of Seattle Park Board property along its shores make for the finest of spectator sites. Seattle Park Board and its superintendent, Paul Brown, appreciating the national prominence the great show gives the city, have cooperated to the fullest.
And so more than a quarter million Seattleites and visitors will see the big race Saturday, August 9, will have watched the qualifying trials through the week, the outboard regatta in Andrews Bay (Seward Park) and the 100-mile marathon and Seafair trophy race Sunday, August 10.
If you enjoy them, the men who have worked to give them to you will feel well repaid.
(Reprinted from the 1952 APBA Gold Cup Programme)
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Region 5 News Release: 11-787-CHI
June 13, 2011
Contact: Scott Allen Rhonda Burke
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US Labor Department's OSHA cites Lewis Construction and
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1 worker killed, 3 injured when wall collapsed at sand plant in Chippewa Falls, Wis.
CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued one safety citation each to Lewis Construction Inc. and Cedar Falls Building Systems Inc. for the willful violation of failing to adequately brace formwork while pouring concrete walls. Lewis Construction also received nine safety citations for serious violations. An investigation was prompted by the death of a Lewis Construction employee, and injuries to three others, when a wet concrete wall collapsed at a building site in Chippewa Falls on Dec. 20, 2010.
Lewis Construction is a concrete contractor with more than 40 employees. Cedar Falls Building Systems was the general contractor at this site.
"Lewis Construction and Cedar Falls Building Systems willfully ignored known construction safety procedures by failing to ensure adequate bracing to support recently formed concrete walls," said Mark Hysell, OSHA area director in Eau Claire. "Employers are responsible for knowing what hazards exist in their workplaces and taking all precautions to ensure workers are not exposed to risks that could result in injury or death."
At the time of the wall collapse, five Lewis Construction employees were working from elevated walkways attached to the framework on both sides of the concrete form. The cast-in-place concrete wall that collapsed was 10 feet high, 28 feet long and 10 inches wide. The willful violation for which both Lewis Construction and Cedar Falls Building Systems have been cited is not adequately bracing formwork to be capable of supporting all vertical and lateral loads. A willful violation exists when an employer has demonstrated either an intentional disregard for the requirements of the law or plain indifference to employee safety and health.
The additional citations to Lewis Construction involve allegedly failing to perform formwork inspections prior to, during and after concrete placement; removing formwork prior to ensuring adequate strength of the poured concrete; exposing workers to fall hazards of approximately 10 feet without fall protection; not fully planking scaffolding platforms; not cleating the end of scaffolding planks or ensuring they were extended a minimum of 6 inches beyond supports; using damaged scaffolding planks; and a lack of adequate access and egress to and from scaffolding platforms. The company also was cited for not protecting bulk LP tanks from vehicular traffic. A serious citation is issued when there is substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result from a hazard about which the employer knew or should have known.
For these latest citations, Lewis Construction faces $130,000 and Cedar Falls Building Systems $30,800 in proposed penalties. Lewis Construction was inspected by OSHA once in the last five years prior to this inspection, resulting in a serious citation. Cedar Falls Building Systems was inspected by OSHA four times in the last five years prior to this inspection, resulting in four serious citations.
OSHA has placed Lewis Construction Inc. in its Severe Violator Enforcement Program, which mandates targeted follow-up inspections to ensure compliance with the law. Initiated in the spring of 2010, the program focuses on recalcitrant employers that endanger workers by committing willful, repeat or failure-to-abate violations. Lewis Construction was placed in the program at this time because the company's willful violation involved a fatality. For more information, visit http://www.osha.gov/dep/svep-directive.pdf*.
Each of the companies has 15 business days from receipt of its citations and proposed penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA's area director or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. Employers and employees with questions regarding workplace safety and health standards can call OSHA's Eau Claire office at 715-832-9019. To report workplace incidents, fatalities or situations posing imminent danger to workers, call OSHA's toll-free hotline at 800-321-OSHA (6742).
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA's role is to ensure these conditions for America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards, and providing training, education and assistance. For more information, visit http://www.osha.gov.
U.S. Department of Labor news materials are accessible at http://www.dol.gov. The information above is available in large print, Braille, audio tape or disc from the COAST office upon request by calling 202-693-7828 or TTY 202-693-7755.
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This was a small church and during the Dusina visit was cared for by Theramus Vasallo. It was kept open as it had one altar and good wooden doors.
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On the site of the old Saint Peter, a Baroque style church was built in 1728. The architect is thought by some to be the same Giovanni Barbara who lived in Lija and whose plans were the ones chosen for the new Saint Saviour Church. It has a square plan surmounted by an octagonal drum supporting a small dome and lantern. The façade has two plain ended pilasters on each side of the main door. The Papal arms are engraved in between the pilasters. A small round window lies above the main door. The main altar has above it a painting by Francesco Zahra representing figuratively Jesus Christ consigning the keys of Heaven to Saint Peter.
During World War One the Sisters of the Order of Saint Dominic came to Lija at the invitation of the parish priest the Reverend Vincent Curmi who bought a house for them at 47 Main Street adjacent to the Saint Peter church. The erstwhile residents were relocated and the Sisters took possession of this large house and garden. Later on they connected the house to the church. Part of this Dominican convent was converted to a small private hospital during 1916. In the 1950's the sisters converted the old hospital into a comfortable Old People's Home.


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While doing a little blog maintenance I happened to pull up my {free} pleated tote pattern. Oh my. I was immediately a little embarrassed. I wrote that pattern 3 years ago, the first pattern I ever wrote. I'd like to think that my skills have improved quite a bit since then :)
Never mind that I'm in the middle of writing the patterns for 2 other bags you've seen around here lately, I had to drop everything and spruce that baby up! Nothing major - just smoothing of lines, general clean up and some instruction re-writes. I did make the bottom darts a little larger to add some depth to the body, which I think it needed. Okay, I gave it an over haul.
When I tweak a pattern, of course I have to make it. I'm so glad I did because I had forgotten how much I like this bag! I was relieved that it went together easily and all the parts matched up.
You've seen a bag from this fabric before, it's one of my favorites. Ikat-ish + dots, what's not to like? That's a combination of two of my favorite things. I'm not sure what the fate of this bag will be because I kind of like it. I wasn't planning on keeping it, and I don't really need another bag, but it's just so summery and cute. Do you like the burlap straps? I think that adds to the summery-ness of it. I wish the wooden button photographed better because the straps + the button are perfect. I may use that idea again somewhere.
If you want to give it a shot, the new and improved pattern has been updated and can be downloaded here, or on the sidebar to the right. Happy Sewing!
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Finally after another week of cold it's dying down to warmer temperatures. I'm in Ottawa again this weekend so hopefully I'll get to see a little of this action too! Well, maybe not so much of my buddy mike in the background; he's gotta shave before he gets more kisses.


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Whether you have to do it as a student or choose to do it as a professional, writing is a pursuit that comes with special challenges. Writers constantly face some of the greatest fears human beings have: fear of rejection and fear of failure.
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There was joy in Wheatfield Town Hall this week at the "coming soon" possibility of a new, active Summit Park Mall.
Zoran Cocov, a Toronto developer, said Tuesday that his attorneys may have the purchase finalized by the end of the week, ending almost two years of negotiations with current owner Oberlin Plaza One LLC.
Bon-Ton, Save-A-Lot and Sears, all with exterior entrances, have continued to operate and draw customers to the Williams Road mall. However, the deteriorating interior has been closed for years and has been plagued with thefts, weather damage and broken pipes. The mall was built in 1972 and used to be a busy and active part of the community.
"It sure will be nice to see that mall looking alive again," Wheatfield Supervisor Bob Cliffe said at the Monday Town Board meeting, adding with a smile, "I'd almost settle for just fixing the parking lot."
Cocov said his first step will be securing the building so there is no further vandalism. He expects it will take National Grid about six to eight months to bring back the transformers removed when the interior of the mall closed and to complete studies and reports.
"We won't know the extent of the damage until we are able to turn on the lights internally," he said, noting that he hopes to know about interior damage and have an estimate for capital repairs by the end of the year. It is a high-risk investment, but he intends to make it a success.
He said it was too early to discuss possible use of the mall.
"I'll certainly listen to the community and what they'd like to see there," he said. "Hopefully we will make it become the active place that it once was."
The mall will be Cocov's first U.S. property, although he has several throughout southern Ontario.
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt Not Returning for G.I. Joe Sequel
Joseph Gordon-Levitt has a number of high-profile films in the works, but the Jon M. Chu-directed sequel to 2009's G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra isn't one of them. After the jump, watch JGL expertly break the news while avoiding Dark Knight Rises talk, enthusing over Rian Johnson's Looper, and pimping his new film, Hesher.
With a single word answer, Gordon-Levitt confirms to Collider that he will not reprise his role ass Cobra Commander in Paramount's G.I. Joe sequel. But he's really excited to extol the virtues of Johnson and the just-wrapped Looper, which he gleefully says is "really special."
"I've never done a job like that movie before," he tells Collider. "It's something really unique in my life and work." And when you've been in the mind-bending opus that is Christopher Nolan's Inception, that's saying something.
Hit the 3:55 mark for the bad news, Joe fans.
• Joseph Gordon-Levitt Talks HESHER, SNL, LOOPER, INCEPTION, G.I. JOE 2, Avoids Answering my DARK KNIGHT RISES Question [Collider]


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6 Replies to "Pietenpol Weight and Balance project"
As an engineer with a degree from the same school as yours I find this article to be very shocking. Calculating W&B as well as CG limits are done following mathimatical formulas and when you get the answer it is concrete. The setting of CG limits is absolute and is needed to ensure that the aircraft remains controlable. I remember covering these subjects in class and the discussions on what being to far forward or aft does to the controllability of the aircraft. I understand that few in the homebuilt world have such an engineering background but there are plenty of A&P's out there and I would think their training is sufficient to enforce the importance of proper W&B calculation as well os proper calculation of an aircrafts CG and how to take the measurements that go into that calculation. Even pilots receive training on W&B so they should understand what CG limits are all about. For those reasons it astounds me that anyone would knowingly fly outside the calculated limits for CG. Maybe it would be OK in a single seat aircraft, but to take unsuspecting passengers along on those death cheating flights is simply not acceptable. How can aviation, espically in the EAB catagory, ever be considered safe if such blatent disregard for safety is allowed to go on.
Pietenpol articles are always of interest to me, not only because of the Corvair engine history, but also because of the similarity to the Fly Baby (my project). Short comparison of the two are at http://www.bowersflybaby.com/stories/piet.html
I want to thank you for your work on weight and balance for the Pietenpol. My project is a GN-1. I am finishing someone else's project who chose to put a corvair engine on the project. At the time of purchase I was not for or against the corvair but accepted the fact that my project came with a corvair engine and so I needed to work through that. At this point I have attended 2 colleges and seen my engine run. I believe it will be a good engine for the plane and I am excited about the possibility of flying it.
What I really want to talk about is the GN-1 with a corvair. GN-1's are welcomed at Brodhead the same as Piets. In fact when asked what I am building I tell people that it is a Pietenpol because they may have seen or heard of a Pietenpol but not a GN-1. The GN-1 was derived from a Piet and was supposed to be an improvement. That last statement is questionable, but I have what I have and I intend to fly it safely.
The main impetus for the GN-1 design was a Pietenpol look alike that used off the shelf aircraft parts from Cubs and Tailorcrafts and Aeroncas including a Cub landing gear and the popular 65 – 85 hp Continental engines. Unless you know what you are looking for it is easy to mistake a GN-1 for a Piet. However, outward appearance is where the similarity stops. The GN-1 was not designed with a moveable wing like the Piet. It was designed for a lighter engine, different location for the fuel tank, the firewall is further forward, the fuselage is narrower, and in general the total geometry is different and in general it is a heavier airplane. It stand to reason that this will impact the weight and balance. The GN-1 wing is very similar to the Piet airfoil and the CG envelope for the Piet does apply.
Your work with the Piets did not yield numbers that were useful to me, but the concepts of gear location and the number of examples you found that were out of CG limits opened my eyes. As a result I did a pretty thorough simulated weight and balance with as much of the air frame in place as possible and the rest of the weights calculated pretty closely. I generated a computer spreadsheet for weight and balance and then plugged in actual weights along with calculated weights. Here is what I found:
1. I had to shorten the motor mount (basically build a new one) and bring the engine as close to the firewall as possible to provide for stability on the ground. My corvair weighed in at about 245# with all the stuff I could hang on it. With the previous builders motor mount the tail weighed about 5# with simulated weight for the wings hanging in place.
2. I had to redesign the cabanes to allow for the wing to move back 4″ to get into CG limits for today's heavier pilots and passengers ( I designed for 220# & 120# in each seat, and checked for min and max fuel in all senarios) Even with that, the gear is still 4″ behind the leading edge and you and BP recommend 3″ max.
I did not have access to electronic scales but will when the plane is finished. Had you not done your work and published the results I likely would not have know I had a problem until the very end of construction when it was expensive and time consuming to fix. Again I thank you.
Jon Coxwell
Thanks for a thoughtful letter. First let me say that I have been to Brodhead about 20 times, and GN-1s are totally welcome there. ! out of 100 guys is some type of purist who may only like pre-war Ford powered Piets, but just about everyone else is totally relaxed about the difference between the two designs. I myself try to call a GN-1 and "Aircamper' and leaver the name "Pietenpol" to the original, but this is just as note of respect to the family name.
A few years ago I stopped calling BHP "Bernie' and switched to writing of him as "Bernard" because I was listening to Vi Kappler, who was personal friends with the man, and I realized that I would rather use his formal name and leave the nickname for men who were his personal friends, just to acknowledge that their understanding was first hand and mine is second. I don't think other people care about details like this, but they are important to me.
I have a lot of respect for any builder who goes back and makes a part like a mount over again instead of trying to make do with something that really isn't right. I get tired of people trying to rationalize why something is "going to be OK", it is always refreshing to hear of people making things right. I look forward to hearing of your airplanes first flight.
many years ago, I built a pete with a ford engine. I was told at the time by an a7p freand ,that the cg should fall about 30% of the airfoil.(18 inchs) long story short I made a teter todder saw horse ,set the plane on it and slide the engine back and forth until it balanced with 200 lbs in the aft seat. and then bolted the engine down. I flew it 100 hrs. one time I got into a spin with it and was almost on my back,but was able to recover. also got flipped ove in the wind once. this is all great info for the first time builder,that knows very little about these things. I always felt the engine was to far forward,it the nose seemed to float around on it. other than that it was a great little plane. thank you for all your work. john


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Natural wetlands have been disappearing from the British countryside at an alarming rate over the last fifty years or so, which makes it hardly surprising that garden ponds have become increasingly important as refuges for so much of our aquatic wildlife.
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1. Which description best matches your garden in general?
- a) A haven for wildlife.
- b) Mostly flower borders.
- c) A fairly typical mix of shrubs, lawn and flowers.
- d) Mostly patio/decking/hard landscaping.
2. How does your pond fit into the landscape?
- a) A natural-looking seamless transition.
- b) It forms part of the lawn edge.
- c) It's backed by shrubs and a bog garden.
- d) It's a distinct feature all of its own.
3. How is it planted?
- a) The planting is left to nature.
- b) For floral interest – lilies and the like.
- c) For interest, but with a leaning to native species.
- d) Specially chosen architectural or specimen plants.
4. What sort of creature are you most likely to see in it?
- a) All sorts of things; frogs, dragonflies you name it!
- b) Goldfish, or perhaps a water snail or two.
- c) Tadpoles or water boatmen.
- d) Nothing / my own koi carp.
5. How would you describe its construction?
- a) A liner, with gently sloping sides.
- b) I'm not sure what it's made of.
- c) Preformed, with planting shelves.
- d) Straight sided, made from concrete or in a barrel/container.
6. How much of the pond surface is covered by plants?
- a) More than half.
- b) Less than half.
- c) About half.
- d) None / very little.
7. How would describe the area around the pond?
- a) Log piles, low shrubs, long grass – pretty wild.
- b) Low mown grass.
- c) Shrubs, a rockery and a bog garden.
- d) Hard landscaping.
8.What's your approach to fertilisers and pesticides around your pond?
- a) Never use any kind of chemicals anywhere in the garden.
- b) Use them as necessary, but take appropriate precautions.
- c) Never use chemicals near the pond or wildlife corner.
- d) It's never been an issue around my pond.
9. What do you see as the PRIMARY purpose of your pond?
- a) A wildlife feature
- b) A fish pond
- c) An educational resource
- d) An architectural feature
10. Finally, are there any nest boxes, insect homes or similar features in the rest of your garden?
- a) Oh yes – there isn't a wildlife box we don't have!
- b) A couple of nest boxes.
- c) A variety of nest boxes and a couple of bee logs.
- d) No, not really.
Mostly (a)s & (c)s
Your pond is a real home-from-home for native wildlife. Whether you deliberately set out to make it that way, or it just happened naturally, you'd be hard pushed to do more to encourage British species to set up home. One thing's for sure, you shouldn't have any problems watching wildlife this summer!
Mostly (b)s
There are some valuable features in your pond, but wildlife isn't the total focus. If you've inherited it from a previous owner – or changed the way you want to use it – and now hope to make it more wildlife-friendly, you have a good starting point to work from, so a few simple changes should see you well on the way. On the other hand, if you're more than happy to have wildlife sharing your garden, but other aspects of pond-keeping appeal too, it sounds like you've already arrived at the ideal personal compromise.
Mostly (d)s
It seems that wildlife isn't your pond's current priority – but then nobody said it had to be! After all, there are plenty of other reasons for having a pond beside providing a home for the local frog population. It is, of course, inevitable that one or two native species will wander in and if that does eventually inspire you to try to encourage others, there are few ponds that can't be made more wildlife-friendly if that's what you ever want to do.
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Between 2011 and 2012, when QR Codes first started to appear in marketing campaigns in the UK, smartphone and mobile internet penetration was significantly low compared to 2016.
Even then, QR Codes in the country were scanned 3.3 million times in Q2 2012.
In 2016, smartphone penetration stands at 76.6% compared to 44.1% in 2011 (source: eMarketer). Mobile internet has also increased from 32.57% in Q3 2013 to 42.77 in Q2 2016 (source: MobileSquared). And statistics show that the usage of QR Codes has soared worldwide.
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Mercedes-Benz cars in the UK now come fitted with Rescue Assist i.e. a QR Code.
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3. Vodafone top-up
Vodafone in the UK has introduced a new way of topping up a balance in the phone via QR Codes. Subscribers can download the PowaTag app on their smartphone, register details of payment, and scan QR Codes placed on Vodafone promotional material.
The diverse examples above prove that the UK actively uses QR Codes. Marketers in the UK should also use QR Code technology to better engage their customers via print media.
4. Dry cleaning service
In 2018, VClean vending machines were launched at the US. VClean is the UK's largest fully wet clean company. Their aim is a cleaner and greener future.
VClean machines use a QR Code to help people drop their clothes for dry cleaning while going to office. And pick them up within 24 hours.
5. QR Code trails
Canal River Trust has commissioned a 5-6 km trail along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. The trail has 10 stop points, each marked with a QR Code. When scanned, the QR Code provides fascinating facts about the canal's history and its wildlife.
The Lagan Valley Regional Park, as part of their project, created a heritage audio trail using QR Codes. This 11-mile stretch of man-made canals and the River Lagan has 35 numbered audio trail markers with a QR Code. When scanned, each QR Code redirects to an audio file that narrates a story of the Canal Folk, who earned their living on the Lagan Navigation.
Wales Coast Path also allows you to get information about the building, structure, memorial, wildlife or landscape via QR Codes placed at 150 different locations on the way from Flint to Chepstow and around Anglesey.
6. Soldiers' stories at Olveston War Memorial, South Gloucestershire
7. QR Code plaque in Tin Pan Alley, Central London
In 2014, Central London street Tin Pan Alley, popular for being the focal point of the British music industry, got a blue plaque with a QR Code. When scanned, the QR Code provides more information in both audio and video about the street's history.


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